Abstract: A surface-conforming protective divide is formed by mutually adjacent interlocking sculptured elements, which have a first portion different from a second portion. The first portion has a first surface bound by a polygon wherefrom a plurality of lateral surface extend from each side of the polygon. The second portion has many knuckles, each one associated with a first and then alternately with every other lateral surface. Each knuckle has a laterally protruding rotund surface extending radially outward from the first portion. The second portion has a plurality of recesses, each recess being associated with a second and then alternately with every other lateral surface. Each recess receives therein one knuckle pertaining to an immediately adjacent sculptured element in mutual interlocking coupling. Each sculptured elements has a flat base surface terminating the second portion and forming a basis.

Abstract: An improved low-absorbent, good wicking and quick drying wetsuit fabric is made of non-absorbent fiber, processed with water repellent before being knitted, and high-absorbent fiber, processed with absorbent agent while being dyed and/or heat set, then knitted by a circular knitting machine under a setting of 18˜42 gauge per inches to form a structure of two-layer fabric. The outer side (the non-absorbent fiber) touches the skin of the wetsuit wearer to wick out the water, leaked into the space between the wearer and the wetsuit, quicker and make the wearer feel dry and comfortable. The inner side (the high-absorbent fiber) is laminated with rubber sponge to absorb the water, leaked from the body of the wetsuit, and wick the water out through the outer side (the non-absorbent fiber). Appropriate cutting and sewing steps are employed to finish the formation of the wetsuit. In an alternative embodiment, the outer side may comprise a fiber made of a combination of non-absorbent yarn and absorbent yarn.

Abstract: A wetsuit having an outer and/or inner surface is manufactured from an improved non-absorbent and quick drying fabric. The improved non-absorbent and quick drying fabric is made of 100% non-absorbent fiber, selected from polyester, having a fineness ranging from 30 denier to 75 denier, and pre-processed with water repellent before being knitted, then knitted by a single circular knitting machine under a setting of 18˜44 gauge per inch. The result is an improved fine, thin, non-absorbent, and quick drying fabric, which prevents the penetration of water molecules. The improved non-absorbent and quick drying fabric is laminated with a rubber sponge material to form an improved non-absorbent and quick drying wetsuit material.

Abstract: This Invention is a Flat Item Protecting the Fingers and Thumb From Scorching Hot Automobile handles and also Door knobs by using The flat item (unlike a Glove or Straps) (not absorbent for a towel or Rag) is Instantly available at the time of need: being attached to a Key Chain, Accessories, or Clothing via the Permanent Grommet within the Flat item. The fingers and thumb will be relieved of the Scorched burning Feeling, upon the Natural movement of Grasping the Door handle, with The Fingerezz (flat item) held between handle and fingers and thumb.

Abstract: A garment adapted to be worn by a wearer. The garment includes a main body portion that is configured to be worn over at least a portion of the wearer's lumbo-pelvic region, hips and at least a portion of the legs, wherein the main body portion includes first and second leg portions that each define an axis. The garment also includes a strap system that includes a plurality of leg straps releasably affixed to the main body portion. Each of the leg straps includes at least one connector for affixing the leg strap to the main body portion. Each of the leg straps overlies a grip layer that is adapted to contact the wearer's skin when the garment is worn.

Abstract: In order to prevent heel ulcers and Achilles' tendon ulcers as described above, a sock with a gelfoam pad or other supporting material in the Achilles' tendon area and the heel area is slid into an outside pocket of a sock. In one embodiment, a circle-shaped or oval-shaped hole is formed in the gelfoam pad in the region of the Achilles' tendon area and the heel area to relieve pressure on these areas. Non-slip material is also affixed to the sole of the sock. These socks are easily removed. Two pairs may be used for a patient such that the inserts may be removed from one for to the other so that one could be washed while the other is being used. In addition, the socks may be placed underneath the cast or on a knee immobilizer or on any bed-ridden patient at any hospital to prevent the serious problems described above.

Abstract: Protective eyewear is configured so that interior surfaces are associated with visual characteristics based on a use environment. Eyewear includes an interior surface having two or three horizontal zones that are assigned colors, gray levels, color coordinates, or other characteristics based on playing surface characteristics. Upper, middle, and lower interior portions can be associated with blue, green, and brown, respectively.

Abstract: In one embodiment a head strap of goggles or mask includes a case at about an intermediate position of the strap and having a hole at either side. A first cord securely passes a first channel in one section of the strap to have one end being exposed to form a first speaker and the other end being disposed in the case by passing one hole. A second cord securely passes a second channel in the other section of the strap to have one end being exposed to form a second speaker and the other end being disposed in the case by passing the other hole. A music player (e.g., MP3 audio player) is adapted to store in the case and is operatively connected to a plug at a joining portion of the other ends of the first and second cords in the case. The case and/or the music player can be waterproof.

Abstract: A protective suit is disclosed which comprises an external pocket that is adapted to receive and releasably retain at least one decontamination product, such as a wipe in a sealed envelope, and to avoid collecting any liquid such as a wash liquid that may be used to decontaminate the suit. The external pocket is configured such that the opening of the pocket is pointing directly down, or at an angle that is less than about horizontal, when the person wearing the suit stands on a generally horizontal surface.

Abstract: A hinge assembly for a toilet having a bowl and a seat includes a hinge post configured to mount to the bowl. The hinge post includes a splined inner surface defining a bore. The hinge assembly also includes a pintle extending through the bore and configured to engage the seat to pivotally couple the seat to the hinge post. The pintle includes a splined portion that engages the splined inner surface of the hinge post to prevent rotation of the pintle relative to the hinge post.

Abstract: A small shelter having an integral mount for detachably displaying an advertising panel having predetermined dimensions is provided. The small shelter includes a plurality of vertical wall panels joined together to define an interior portion of the small shelter. At least one of the plurality of vertical wall panels has an inner surface defining at least a portion of the interior space of the shelter and an outer surface defining at least a portion of the exterior surface of the shelter. The exterior surface of the shelter includes at least two integral, co-planar, advertising panel slots, which extend along opposing vertical margins of a portion of the shelter. Each of the advertising panel slots is adapted to retain a vertical edge of the advertising panel to detachably mount the first advertising panel to the exterior surface of the shelter.

Abstract: An toilet arrangement having two flow rates is provided. The toilet arrangement includes a lever having two positions, wherein said lever being disposed in a first location, a first amount of water is released by a valve, and wherein said lever is being disposed in a second location, a second amount of water is released by said valve.

Abstract: An improved spa shell is vacuum formed using a mold and removable edge parts. The edge parts are positioned on a shoulder surrounding a top edge of the mold. A sheet of plastic is heated and pulled down over the mold and edge parts by clamps. Vacuum is drawn from the interior of the mold for forming the shell interior and through the edge parts to draw the plastic into a channel surrounding the spa shell edge to form a belt and recessed lip. After cooling, the shell is lifted away from the mold, also separating the edge parts from the mold. The edge parts are then free to extract from the shell. The formed shell may be assembled with a spa frame, and wall pieces removably positioned around the exterior of the spa by engaging the recessed lip.

Abstract: An improved drain actuates system that includes a cable to actuate a head or stopper of a drain. More specifically, one end of the cable is associated with the drain without additional moving parts and another end of the cable associated with an overflow cap of an overflow system wherein rotation of the overflow cap selectively moves the cable to move the head of the drain. The internal components associated with the overflow end of the cable that allow it to actuate the drain are fully accessible through the overflow port of the plumbing system.

Abstract: A patient hoist is provided on a trolley which tides along a track, with the hoist being powered by a conductor extending along the track. A contact carrier is loosely fit within the trolley, and it bears a contact which elastically biased against the track conductor, with die contact being in electrical communication with the hoist: The contact carrier is tree to laterally displace with respect to the trolley so that it (and its contact) follows the contour of the track, with the contact remaining in electrical communication with the track conductor.

Abstract: A lift and stretcher apparatus for a patient includes a base portion at least partially defined by an elongated portion extending generally in a first orthogonal direction and having a first end, a second end, and a central portion interposed there between; a frame having a first lateral portion extending in the first orthogonal direction and defining a first lateral portion distal end and a first lateral portion proximal end, a second lateral portion defining a second lateral portion distal end and a second lateral portion proximal end, a proximal portion, and a distal portion extending generally in a second orthogonal direction; a lifting portion interconnecting the base with the frame for moving the frame relative to the base generally in a third orthogonal direction; a first axle portion having; and a second axle portion.

Abstract: A collapsible cot with support legs that fold under the cot. This allows the cot support fabric to be attached at the ends of the support rails and keep the support fabric tight. This eliminates the need to have and extra support bar across the front and back of the cot.

Abstract: In order to adjust the firmness of a shaped product in a targeted way, it is proposed to provide at least one section made of a thermoelastic and viscoelastic plastic, a temperature-regulating device placed in thermal contact with the at least one section made of thermoelastic and viscoelastic plastic, and a control device for the temperature-regulating device configured to adjust the firmness of the at least one section made of thermoelastic and viscoelastic plastic by changing the temperature. Such a shaped product can be used as a seat base or bed support.

Abstract: The conventional holding mechanism for foldable side rails have such problems that the release lever can be accidentally pressed for release action and that if a double lock is employed for preventing it, automatic holding action cannot be performed.

Abstract: Bedding material including a first fabric section manufactured from performance fabric and having a first and second side; and, a second fabric section attached to the first side of the first fabric section. Additionally, a third fabric section can be attached to the second side of the first fabric section. The first fabric section can be attached to the second fabric section through a flatlock stitch. The first fabric section can include a first zone and a second zone wherein the first zone contains different performance properties from the second zone and the first zone can have thermal or moisture wicking properties.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus includes a frame, a plurality of casters coupled to the frame, and a push handle that is coupled to the frame and that is gripable to maneuver the patient support apparatus along a floor. The patient support apparatus also has a brake handle that is coupled to the push handle and that is movable to brake at least one of the casters. A pedal arrangement for the patient support apparatus is also disclosed. The pedal arrangement includes first and second side pedals and a center pedal supported by the first and second side pedals.

Abstract: A device and method for elevating and supporting a patient's extremity to facilitate convenient examination and treatment of the extremity. The device includes a base, longitudinally-spaced upstanding support members extending upwardly from the base, and extremity securing mechanisms mounted to the upstanding support members upon which a patient's extremity can be positioned. The method generally includes extending a patient's extremity longitudinally across the extremity securing mechanisms and bringing the extremity to rest thereon. Caregivers and surgical teams are thus provided with access to the full circumference of the portion of the patient's extremity that extends between the extremity securing mechanisms. Several embodiments of the device incorporate means for assisting in the lifting of a patient's extremity to a desired height, including hydraulic rams, levers, and inflatable bladders.

Abstract: Disclosed is a diaper changing apparatus which is adaptable for use on a variety of surfaces. Non limiting examples of suitable surfaces include a mat, bed, changing table, etc. The diaper changing apparatus comfortably elevates and restricts a baby's arm motions. In addition a lateral restraining member is provided to restrain the baby's waist area. In one embodiment the diaper changing apparatus includes a width adaptable mechanism to accommodate babies of varying sizes. The width adaptable mechanism comprises of a pair of base members with a removable means for fastening. The lateral width between the two base members can be modified to accommodate babies of varying sizes. In an alternative embodiment the diaper changing apparatus has a fixed lateral width and is constructed from one piece. In a further embodiment the diaper changing apparatus comprises at least two base members and one lateral restraining member.

Abstract: A device includes a body having a first end, a second end, and four faces. The device is configured to stand upright on the second end. A plurality of tools is stored against the four faces in a closed position. A first face and a second face each includes a bit storage that holds at least one socket. A third face includes a drive, a can opener, and a blade. The drive and the can opener rotate about a first rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end. The blade rotates about an insert coupled to the first end. A fourth face includes a first set of tool drivers that rotates about a second rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end and a second set of tool drivers that rotates about a third rotatable mechanism coupled to the first end.

Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.

Abstract: A retractile-fixing structure for a scissors comprises an inner tube having recessions and an outer tube allowing the inner tube to slide thereinside and having a handle and a fixing hole. One end of the retractile-fixing structure has a connection member connected with a blade. A switch is arranged in the handle, and a rolling pin is arranged inside the fixing hole. The rolling pin rolls on the inner tube or snap-fits to one recession. A pull rod is arranged between the inner and outer tubes with one end connected to the switch and another end engaging with the rolling pin. When the switch opens, the pull rod is separated from the rolling pin and driven to compress a spring; the rolling pin leaves the recession and slides on the inner tube simultaneously. When the switch closes, the spring makes the pull rod engage with the rolling pin; the rolling pin snap-fits to the recession; the inner tube securely engages with the outer tubes.

Abstract: A synthetic-rich fabric (e.g., polyester, polypropylene, nylon, acrylic and elastane fibers—including lycra, spandex, etc.) useful in the manufacture of commercially launderable items is described. The fabric has many of the properties that make cotton fabrics desirable including hand feel, and wicking, but retains the best properties of synthetic fabrics, in addition, the soil release properties, pilling resistance and UV protection offered by the present items make the fabric ideal in manufacturing apparel and non-apparel (e.g., pillow cases, bed sheets, aprons, tablecloths, napkins, etc.) items.

Abstract: The invention relates to a receiver layer, preferably thermally transferable, for use in dye diffusion thermal transfer printing comprising a swellable inorganic lamellar material, e.g. a clay, that is at least partially in an exfoliated or intercalated state, and to a dye diffusion thermal transfer ribbon comprising such a receiver layer.

Abstract: A boarding bridge is provided that has an inexpensive, trouble-free, and strong construction, that eliminates the level differences between the passage portions of adjacent passage sections, and can reduce the occurrence of passengers falling and the like. In the boarding bridge (1), a proximal end tunnel (7) and a distal end tunnel (9) are telescopically fit, and are extended and retracted by moving relative to each other in a longitudinal direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body (1), members (2, 3, 4) for driving this body (1) over the immersed surface in a longitudinal direction, comprising a wheel (2), a device (4) for brushing the immersed surface, a mechanism for rotating the brushing device (4) about a brushing axis, wherein the driving mechanism of the brushing device (4) comprises: an internally toothed ring (5) which is fixedly joined to a wheel (2), a brush pinion (42) which is fixedly joined to the brushing device (4) and which is engaged in the ring (5) of this drive wheel (2) in such a manner that a rotation of this drive wheel (2) brings about a rotation of the brushing device (4) about the brushing axis thereof in the same rotation direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface, comprising a hollow body and members for driving the body over the immersed surface, a filtration chamber which has a liquid inlet (9) in the hollow body located at the base of the hollow body, at least one liquid outlet (10) out of the hollow body, a hydraulic circuit for flow of liquid between the inlet (9) and the outlet (10) through a filtering device (11), wherein it comprises: at least one rear outlet, and a rigid wall (16) which is arranged in the filtering device (11) and which extends in a direction which is non-parallel with at least one direction which connects an inlet (9) and an outlet (10) in order to form an obstacle to the flow of liquid from this inlet (9) to this outlet (10) which brings about a swirling flow of liquid in the filtering device downstream of this rigid wall (16).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body and members for driving the hollow body over the immersed surface; a filtration chamber which is provided in the hollow body and which has: a liquid inlet (9); a liquid outlet; a hydraulic circuit for flow of liquid between the inlet (9) and the outlet through a filtering device, wherein the filtering device comprises a first filtering shell (55) which extends towards the rear of the hollow body, from a front opening (64); a second shell (49) which is fitted to the first shell at the front thereof, these shells being able to be fitted together so as to form an integral filtering casing (49, 55); in which case the second shell (49) closes the front opening (64) of the first shell, with the exception of a liquid inlet passage; the two shells being able to be separated from each other by disengaging the front opening (64) of the first shell (55) which acts as an opening for emptying this shell.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body and members (2, 3, 4) for driving the body over the immersed surface, a filtration chamber which is provided in the body and which has: a liquid inlet (9) located at the base of the body; a liquid outlet (10) arranged opposite the base of the body; a hydraulic circuit for flow of liquid between this liquid inlet (9) and this liquid outlet (10) through a filtering device (11); a liquid pumping device (12, 13, 14) comprising a pumping motor (12) which has a rotating drive shaft (13) which is coupled to a pumping propeller (14) which is interposed in the hydraulic circuit, wherein the liquid outlet (10) is longitudinally offset from the liquid inlet (9) and the pumping propeller (14) has an inclined rotation axis (51) which forms, with the longitudinal direction, an angle which is not equal to zero and which is different from 90°.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body; members (2, 3, 4) for driving the body; a filtration chamber (8) which has: a liquid inlet (9) and a liquid outlet (10); a filtering device (11) which is removably mounted in the filtration chamber (8); a hydraulic circuit for the flow of liquid between the inlet (9) and the outlet (10) through the filtering device (11); an axial pumping propeller (14) which is interposed in the hydraulic circuit; a flap (6) for access to the filtering device (11), wherein the pumping propeller (14) is orientated in order to generate a liquid flow with a horizontal component towards the rear, the outlet (10) being opposite the propeller; the pumping motor (12) is arranged below the hydraulic circuit; the access flap (6) is arranged at the top and/or towards the front of the hydraulic circuit in order to allow the filtering device (11) to be disassembled via the top and/or towards the front.

Abstract: he invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body and members for driving the hollow body over the immersed surface in a main direction of advance; a filtration chamber which is provided in the hollow body and which has: a liquid inlet conduit (15) which extends inside the hollow body and which has a lower end (81) which forms a liquid inlet (9) and an opposing upper end (82) which opens into a filtering device (11); a liquid outlet out of the hollow body; a hydraulic circuit for the flow of liquid between the inlet (9) and the liquid outlet through the filtering device (11), wherein the inlet conduit (15) has a regular cross-section whose surface-area varies from the lower end (81) thereof up to a maximum value at the upper end (82) thereof which opens in the filtering device (11).

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for cleaning an immersed surface comprising a hollow body and members for driving the body over the immersed surface; a filtration chamber which is provided in the hollow body and which has: a liquid inlet; a liquid outlet; a hydraulic circuit for the flow of liquid between the inlet and the outlet through a filtering device (11), wherein the filtering device (11) comprises a filtering casing (49, 55) which is removably mounted in the filtration chamber and which can be inserted into/removed from the filtration chamber in one piece, and the filtering casing (49, 55) has at least a lower end which opens at the base of the hollow body and which constitutes a liquid inlet into the hollow body of the device.

Abstract: In a platform-carried carpet-cleaning machine for facilitating transport of the machine, the platform including a machine-supporting base having upper surface extending between an open entry-end and a closed back-end, the upper surface having an entry portion sloping at no more than about 5° with respect to horizontal such that the machine can be driven on and off the platform with application of about the same amount of user force as during carpet-cleaning operations. Inner surfaces of first and second platform sidewalls both include protrusions frictionally engaging the machine side panels and configured to sandwich the machine therebetween to prevent lateral movement of the machine on the platform. A pair of wheels is mounted with respect to the base for rolling the machine on the platform across a floor, each wheel being secured to its corresponding sidewall by an axle which extends therethrough and is molded in place through the sidewalls to facilitate assembly of the platform.

Abstract: The present invention is a device for movement within a pipeline (2), as for instance a plug, comprising a main body and gripping means (3) comprising at least two gripping segments arranged movable between a retracted position out of contact with an inner wall (21) of a pipeline (2) and an extended position in contact with an inner wall (21) of a pipeline (2). According to the invention the device comprises at least two protection means (5) arranged extending in a radial direction from a main outer diameter (110) of the main body and arranged around a circumference of the main body, where a distal end (51) of the protection means (5) is extending outside the grip segments (14) in an retracted state of the grip segments (14) but is within an outer diameter (143) of the grip segments (14) in an extended state of the grip segments (14).

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a manually-operated household cleaning tool, and more particularly to household cleaning tool having optimum geometry for cleaning of bathroom, kitchen, floor, wall, ceiling, and other surfaces in the home. The shape of the tool head is designed to provide contiguous surface contact on a variety of concave basin surfaces while the angle and length of the handle attached thereto facilitates reach and leverage of the operator in potentially confined environments. The multiplicity of contact material and stiffness of said material further enhances the utility of the tool under any household condition.

Abstract: An ansate implement, especially a toothbrush, having improved tuft retention and a staple for use therewith. The staple has a specially designed topography that provides reliable anchoring and creation from cost effective materials. In one embodiment, the invention is an ansate implement comprising: a handle; a head connected to said handle and having at least one hole extending into the head from a surface; at least one cleaning element positioned in the hole; and a staple located in the hole anchoring the cleaning element in the tuft hole, the staple having a longitudinal axis and a first major surface, wherein a plurality of spaced apart grooves are formed into the first major surface, each of the grooves extending along a linear axis from a bottom edge of the staple toward a top edge of the staple, the linear axis intersecting the longitudinal axis at an acute angle of 40 to 70 degrees.

Abstract: The invention relates to a toothbrush having a cleaning element formed of a plastic injection molded component, comprising an attachment segment for attachment in the head region of the toothbrush and a cleaning segment for cleaning teeth, and having at least one indentation in the region of the cleaning segment, around which the cleaning segment has an increased bending flexibility.

Abstract: An integral structure of cotton yarn strips and a circular frame body of a mop, comprising: a) a circular frame body having a through hole at the center thereof, and b) a plurality of cotton yarn strips positioned at the bottom of the circular frame body. The top portion of the cotton yarn strips is arranged in an annular way within a molding cavity of the circular frame body such that the circular frame body and the top portion of the cotton yarn strips are integrally formed. A wrapping structure having a narrower bottom is created for fastening the top portion of the cotton yarn strips within the wrapping structure. In this way, the cotton yarn strips and the circular frame body can be rapidly formed for enhancing the production capacity. Moreover, the binding strength act on fibers of the cotton yarn strips 20 for a reliable connection. Therefore, the cotton yarn strips 20 are tightly secured and won't be easily loosened. As a result, the quality can be improved and the service life can be prolonged.

Abstract: A disc rotating and positioning structure of a mop including a mop head, a mop rod, a pivotal base, a positioning device, a locking device and a bolt. When the mop is dewatered, the mop rod is in an erect position, such that a semicircular cam of the bolt faces upward to drive the locking device to press the disc upward and into a locked and linking status, and when the mop is used for mopping, the mop rod is in an inclined position to drive the semicircular cam of the bolt to shift to a side, such that the locking device is in a non-pressing status with respect to the disc, and a force is applied to rotate the mop head when the mop is used for mopping a floor. Therefore, the present invention can provide a convenient operation and a user-friendly application.

Abstract: A mop with the function of dewatering the yarns by twisting in a single direction via an up-and-down linear motion, comprising: a) an internal rod; b) an external rod having a bottom portion in a telescopic connection with a top portion of the internal rod; c) an engaging element positioned within the opening at the top of the internal rod; d) a driving element formed in an elongated shape and positioned within the external rod in such a way that the driving element is moved up and down synchronically with the external rod; e) an actuating element positioned within the engaging element for accommodating the driving element, the engaging element being driven in a single direction when the actuating element is rotated by the driving element; f) a disc body secured to the bottom thereof and having mop yarns; g) a locking mechanism mounted on the external rod for locking the internal rod and the external rod in place or for unlocking them in a telescopic state, wherein the actuating element is rotated by a linear

Abstract: A scraper blade (10) made of a flat metallic material for a scraper (11) for scraping materials off a substrate has a scraping section (13) which has at least one scraping surface (12) on the front end for scraping off materials and with a fastening section (14) for fastening to a fastening part (15) of the scraper (11) on the back end. Furthermore, the scraper blade has at least one guide section (18, 20) for diverting the scraped-off material over at least one front end face (19, 21) of the fastening part (15), and the guide section (18, 20) can be obtained by forming of the flat metallic material.

Abstract: A non-stepping wringer bucket including a bucket body, a dewatering basket and a rotating element. The bucket body has a top surface which is substantially an opening, a protruding base protruded from a bottom surface of the bucket body, and a support shaft fixed onto the protruding base includes. The dewatering basket is sheathed onto the support shaft, and the rotating element is sheathed between the support shaft and the bottom of the dewatering basket, such that the dewatering basket can be rotated freely with respect to the support shaft.

Abstract: Provided is a dust separation apparatus of a vacuum cleaner. The apparatus includes a dust-collecting body defining a dust-storing part, a compressing member configured to compress dust stored in the dust-collecting body, and a lower cover on a lower side of the dust-collecting body, the lower cover opening and closing the dust-storing part.

Abstract: An engine blower includes: an engine integrated with a volute for driving a fan; a ventilation tube communicated with the volute; and a handle mounted to the ventilation tube. In the engine blower, the handle has a pair of cases that are assembled with each other, and a conductive resin layer is formed on a surface of a grip of the handle. The resin layer is integrated with gates exposed within the handle. A conductive spring having a coil compressed in a direction in which the cases are assembled with each other and a cable that is electrically coupled with the engine are disposed within the handle. The gate of the resin layer is brought into contact with the coil of the spring and is electrically coupled with the cable via the spring.

Abstract: A hinge includes a shaft, a first connecting, a number of elastic rings, a fastener, a resilient member, and a second connecting member. The shaft includes a shaft body defining a thread portion for engaging with the fastener. Two separate fixing portions extend from a distal end of the shaft body, and distal ends of the fixing portions are riveted to the second connecting member. The first connecting member and the number of elastic rings are rotatably mounted to the shaft body. The resilient member is fixed to the shaft body, and located between the second connecting member and the fastener. When the fastener is adjusted along the shaft, the resilient member is deformed to resist against the fastener and the second connecting member.

Abstract: A hinge for a domestic appliance, in particular a refrigerator, of the type adapted to be built-into a furnishing element comprising a body having a seat adapted to contain said domestic appliance and an opening for insertion of said domestic appliance adapted to be closed at least partially by a panel, said hinge being adapted to mutually connect at least one door of said domestic appliance to a body of said domestic appliance, and said door to said panel, so that by closing the door of the domestic appliance also said panel is closed and closes the seat of the furnishing element into which said domestic appliance is built.