Abstract: An assembly for fastening plates to leather goods, fabrics and similar supports, is constituted by a laminar body, made of flexible material, and having a plurality of holes for the insertion and locking of corresponding pins that protrude from the rear face of each plate.

Abstract: A strap adjustor can comprise a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a third surface that extends between the first surface and the second surface. A first opening in the first surface can extend completely through the strap adjustor between the first surface and the second surface. A second opening in the first surface can extend partially but not completely through the strap adjustor. A bar can be disposed at the first surface between the first opening and the second opening. A third opening in the third surface can extends partially but not completely through the strap adjustor and join with the second opening. At least one strap can be disposed partially through the third opening, and the at least one strap can comprise an uncompressed thickness that is greater than a height of the third opening.

Abstract: A buckle device includes a securing member, a frame, and at least one resilient member. The securing member is adapted to be fixedly mounted on a base. The frame includes a pivoting portion pivotally connected to the securing member to enable the frame to rotate relative to the securing member, a pair of side arms respectively connected to two opposite ends of the pivoting portion, and a forearm disposed oppositely to the pivoting portion and having opposite ends that are respectively connected to the side arms. The resilient member has a secured end portion that is secured at the securing member, and an abutting end portion in abutment with the frame for biasing the frame to rotate toward the base.

Abstract: A buckle release mechanism can be used to couple together various types of straps, webbing or belts. In one particular embodiment, the release mechanism forms part of a parachute canopy for a pilot's harness. The mechanism includes a housing with a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism employs two rotatable locking pins with associated cams and openings. An opening is formed within the housing for receiving a yoke. A striker plate with opposing lugs is formed at one end of the yoke. The lugs cooperate with the locking pins to either retain or eject the striker plate within the housing.

Abstract: A washer for use in a snap fastener is adapted to be placed over the lower part of a snap fastener component so that the washer rests between the fabric and the lower part of the snap fastener. The upper part of the snap fastener is placed over the fabric and is pressed into place by a tool press. The washer is made of a resilient material, such as plastic or rubber, which is then squeezed by the tool press to fill in any gaps that would allow water to leak through. In its unassembled state, the washer consists of a flat ring surrounding a center protrusion, which is hollow on its inside. To assemble the snap fastener, the center protrusion is placed over the central post of the lower part of the snap fastener. The central post with the washer is then inserted through a hole in the fabric to which the snap fastener is to be attached.

Abstract: Embodiments related to a touch fastener and its methods of manufacture and use are disclosed. In one embodiment, the touch fastener may include a substrate with a first portion and a second portion displaceable relative to the first portion. A first fastening element may be formed in the first portion. When the first portion is displaced relative to the second portion, a force and/or moment generated by the displacement may cause the first fastening element to be deployed.

Abstract: A tape of the disclosure includes a plurality of warp yarns and a plurality of weft yarns interwoven with the warp yarns, the weft yarns divided into a plurality of groups of weft yarns. The tape includes two groups of clamping warp yarns each including a first clamping warp yarn and a second clamping warp yarn. The first clamping warp yarn and the second clamping warp yarn wriggle along a length of the tape to exchange positions with each other, and to form a plurality of clamping spaces. Each group weft yarns passes through the clamping space with the first clamping warp yarn located upon the group of weft yarns and the second clamping warp yarn located under the group of weft yarns. A hollow area is formed between each two neighboring groups of weft yarns.

Abstract: The earring device (1) includes: a shaft (2) suitable for passing through the orifice; a catch (3) hinged with the shaft, the catch being suitable for adopting an unlocked position, wherein the catch is aligned with the shaft and a plurality of locking positions (17) along the shaft, wherein the catch is arranged transversely relative to the shaft; elements (17, 31, 32, 33) for reversibly locking the catch in one of the locking positions. The device makes it possible to adapt the earring to the thickness of the ear wearing same. The device is also suitable for other parts of the body liable to be pierced for the purposes of visual appeal.

Abstract: An example can include an apparatus for aiding walking along a surface. The example can include a foot to interface with the surface, the foot being rigid to resist bending during walking. The example can include a bendable puck fixed to the foot at an edge of the bendable puck. The example can include a handle coupled to a center portion of the bendable puck. In the example, the foot can be spaced apart from the handle, with the puck being elastically bendable to permit movement of the handle with respect to the foot during walking.

Abstract: Money holding devices (e.g., clips) configured to move from a closed configuration to an open configuration by applying a force to a portion of one arm of the clip that is wider than a corresponding portion of another arm of the clip.

Abstract: Bag having at least one of its sides produced from a piece of fabric secured to a piece of bubble wrap; securing being achieved by coating one face of the piece of fabric with adhesive then applying a piece of bubble wrap, either via its bumpy face or via its smooth face. Attachment is performed by sewing, laminating or bonding a second piece of fabric to the first piece of fabric so as to sandwich a piece of bubble wrap between these two pieces of fabric.

Abstract: A fabric garment has a front pocket configured to receive, releasably retain and protectively enclose a small, generally rectangular electronic device while providing operational access to a front face of the device, and has a closable rear pocket just behind the front pocket configured to receive, releasably retain and concurrently protectively enclose contents including at least a credit card, a latch key, and a photo identification card. The garment also includes an integrally formed portion defining an opening configured to permit a thumb of a wearer of the garment to extend therethrough. An elastic strap for encircling a limb of the wearer to support the garment preferably extends movably through a passage defined by a rear part of the garment.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for luggage is provided. In one aspect, the handle comprises at least one palm grip. The handle is attached to a compartment with wheels. The palm grip can be used to push the luggage as the wheels roll over a rolling surface.

Abstract: A headband that holds one or more earphones against the head of a wearer. The headband includes a slider that supports an earphone, a generally tubular cushion assembly that has an inside and an outside and that is engaged with the slider so as to allow relative movement of the slider and the cushion assembly, where the slider is located at least in part inside of the cushion assembly. A flexible cover is located over at least some of the outside of the cushion assembly, where the cover has an engaging portion that is located inside of the cushion assembly. A retaining member is located at least in part inside of the cushion assembly, where the engaging portion of the cover is located between the retaining member and the inside of the cushion assembly.

Abstract: A hair restraint device that includes a slender circular member having a first end and a second end, the first and second ends coupled together and made of an elastic material with a composition of a range of approximately 80-85% nylon and of a range of approximately 15-20% elastane.

Abstract: A towel cover for drying hair and preventing frizz is provided. The towel cover includes a unitary sheet of fabric material having an exterior surface and an interior surface. The unitary sheet of fabric material is substantially rectangular. The opposing ends of the interior surface of the unitary sheet of fabric material may be folded to form a cavity. The cavity is configured to receive a towel. At least one fastener may be disposed along at least one edge of the interior surface of the unitary sheet of fabric material. The fastener secures the opposing ends of the interior surface to form the cavity. A towel may be positioned in the cavity between the opposing ends of the interior surface to surround an entire periphery of the towel.

Abstract: A nail pick for cleaning a nailbed comprises an elongated body that includes a handle at a proximal end and having a width as well as a cutting head at a distal end. The cutting head's width is less than the width of the handle. The cutting head includes a superior surface; an interior surface, opposite the superior surface, and first and second lateral side surfaces extending from the handle to the distal end. The first and second lateral side surfaces are concave-shaped and disposed between the superior surface and the interior surface. A first junction of the superior surface with the first lateral side surface defines a first cutting edge and a second junction of the superior surface with the second lateral side surface defines a second cutting edge.

Abstract: A bottom base for cosmetic products, with an upper surface intended to constitute a support for the cosmetic product and a lower surface intended to rest on the bottom of an outer container, has at least one of said surfaces that is decorated with decorations made by thermal sublimation photographic printing. A package for cosmetic products having an outer container and a bottom base thus made is also disclosed.

Abstract: A multifunctional cosmetic applicator is an apparatus that is used to apply multiple different types of makeup. The apparatus includes a tubular body which is used to house a lip makeup dispenser and a wide makeup applicator. A second retraction mechanism is inserted in the tubular body and is used to extend or retract the wide makeup applicator in relation to the tubular body. The lip makeup dispenser provides a means of storing and applying makeup used on the lips. A first cap covers the end of the tubular body in which the lip makeup dispenser is located. A second cap is used to cover the end of the tubular body in which the wide makeup dispenser is located. A makeup container is connected to the second cap and holds makeup which may be applied using the wide makeup applicator.

Abstract: An applicator, and in particular a lip applicator, for applying a cosmetic onto the skin, comprising a preferably elongate applicator body extending along a longitudinal applicator axis and a bristle-free jacket surface surrounding it which serves, at least in some sections, for applying and distributing the cosmetic on the skin, wherein the applicator body has several wings, characterized in that the wings distally each have a freely projecting end and the wings are, in their entirety, preferably disposed along an annular line and the wings form between them a mass storage unit.

Abstract: An applicator for a cosmetic product, in particular mascara, comprises a twisted core and fibres which extend from the core and are held by the core, the core having a main longitudinal direction of extension, known as the main axis (X), and the core being rectilinear along the main axis (X), the fibres forming an envelope (E) with their free ends, characterised in that the envelope (E) comprises, along the main axis (X), a substantially concave face (F1) and a substantially convex, opposite, face (F3).

Abstract: An applicator for a cosmetic product, in particular mascara, comprises a twisted core and fibres which extend from the core and are retained by the core, the core extending in a main longitudinal direction, referred to as the main axis (X), the core being rectilinear along the main axis (X), and the fibres forming an envelope (E) with their free ends. The envelope (E) has four faces (F1-F4), the faces (F1-F4) each having a plane of symmetry comprising the main axis (X), each of the four faces (F1-F4) being generated by a straight line, referred to as a generating line, orthogonal to the main axis (X) and orthogonal to the plane of symmetry of the face (F1-F4), at least two consecutive faces (F1, F2) of the four faces (F1-F4) having a curved profile along the main axis (X).

Abstract: An applicator for a cosmetic product, in particular mascara, comprises a twisted core and fibres which extend from the core and are held by the core, the core having a main longitudinal direction of extension, known as the main axis (X), and the core being rectilinear along the main axis (X). The fibres form an envelope (E) with their free ends, the envelope (E) comprising faces (F1-F4) which alternate about the main axis (X), the faces (F1-F4) being curved, a cross section made transversely to the main axis (X), known as the cross section, having a substantially polygonal shape so as to form edges between the curved faces (F1-F4).

Abstract: An applicator for a cosmetic product, in particular mascara, comprises a twisted core and fibres that extend from the core being held by the core, the core having a distal end and a proximal end, the fibres forming an envelope (E) with their free end, characterised in that the envelope (E) has curved faces (F1-F4) with at least one slope, or inclination, from the distal end to the proximal end, the slope or inclination changing direction from one face (F1, F3) to the other (F2, F4) so that the envelope (E) has hollows alternating with raised parts around the core.

Abstract: A sleeve case is for a portable electronic device (e.g., laptop computer or electronic tablet device) and includes neoprene or fabric panels attached to an elastic polymer frame, such as ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). The elastic polymer frame extends around a perimeter of the sleeve to provide cushioning or padding for side edges of the sleeve. A magnetic or other latching mechanism is used to secure an opening on one side of the sleeve.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a restraining device to restrain movement of a portable communication device, the restraining device comprising a restraining mechanism which is centrifugally actuated such that a centrifugal force caused by rotation of the cord dispenser, when above a predetermined centrifugal force, actuates the restraining mechanism to thereby restrain rotation of the cord dispenser and prevent dispensing of the cord such that the portable communication device is prevented from sustaining damage when dropped. Further provided is a method of restraining movement of a portable communication device using a restraining device of the invention.

Abstract: An article tether is provided. The article tether may include a tethering cord, a first coupling, a second coupling, an anchor and a clasp. The tethering cord may include a first end and a second end. The first coupling and the second coupling may form tubular openings sized for slidably receiving the tethering cord but not the anchor. The user may thread the first end through the second coupling opening and then the first coupling opening sequentially in a specified direction. Then the user may connect the first end to the anchor. Then the user may thread the second end through the first coupling opening in the same specified direction so that the tethering cord defines a loop opening. The user may then fit the loop opening around an article or portion thereof. The user may then adjust the size of the loop opening so as to securely attach the article tether to the article. The user may then fasten the clasp to their apparel so as to prevent the article from getting misplaced when not in use.

Abstract: Present invention teaches to a flexible strip material made to the outside area of a pair of shorts or pants, where a narrow openable gap is formed for the wearer of the pants or shorts to wedge a towel or other small gadgets securely in place.

Abstract: A kit for a securement device to make it much easier for a user to securely hold onto a personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device such as an electronic reader, a tablet computing device, a cellular phone, a personal data assistant, and a common clipboard, including any of these items that are at least partially contained in protective housings—while minimizing the fatigue and discomfort on the user's hands: A typical device solves this problem by providing a system of one or more finger holds formed with a fabric or pliable material that are disposed on the back side of the personal, hand-held, tablet-shaped device. In many devices, the position and fit of the finger holds are easily adjustable by a user via hook-and-loop schemes.

Abstract: Cleaning devices are provided that have a surface with areas that provide different cleaning states. The areas of different cleaning states are connected to one another by a deflection member that provides tactile and/or audible feedback to the user when transitioning between the different cleaning states.

Abstract: A toothbrush includes a handle having a gripping section, at least one arm attached to one end of the gripping section, at least one brush head attached to the at least one arm, and at least one bristle tuft extending from the brush head, wherein the bristle tuft is disposed off-perpendicular to a plane of the handle. Further, the at least one arm laterally offsets the brush head from the gripping section of the handle. In some embodiments, the toothbrush includes two arms attached to opposing ends of the gripping section of the handle, and each arm has a brush head attached thereto.

Abstract: A broom and detachable whisk broom are disclosed where a broom head with bristles has a discontinuous perimeter with an opening to receive a detachable whisk broom. The detachable whisk broom has bristles that create a continuous multiplicity of bristles when inserted in the broom head. The opening in the broom head has a linear guide that aligns with a linear guide of the whisk broom. A tab receiver on the broom head receives and positively engages a tab and spring hinge arrangement on the whisk broom to create the appearance and utility of a one piece broom head with the advantages of a quickly detachable whisk broom.

Abstract: A grill cleaner with a handle and a head is provided. The handle includes a first end and a second end. The head is attached to the second end of the handle. The present invention further includes a grill brush including a block and a plurality of bristles protruding from the block. The grill brush is removeably attached to the head so that the grill brush may be easily replaced once the bristles have been worn down. A bristle wear indicator is attached to and protrudes from the head beyond the block and ending at a plane in between a first end of the plurality of bristles and a second end of the plurality of bristles. Therefore, once the bristles have worn down to the plane, the user is indicated to replace the grill brush.

Abstract: An oral care system including a handle and a toothbrush member and dispenser rotatably coupled to the handle. In one aspect, the toothbrush member is rotatably coupled to the handle for rotation between: (1) a first state in which the toothbrush member is positioned within the cavity; and (2) a second state in which the toothbrush member extends from the distal end of the handle. The first dispenser comprises a first store of oral care material and is rotatably coupled to the handle for rotation between: (1) a first state in which the first dispenser is positioned within the cavity; and (2) a second state in which the first dispenser extends from the distal end of the handle. In another aspect, the invention can be an oral care system comprising first and second dispensers and a toothbrush member rotatably coupled to a handle.

Abstract: The liquid-dispensing hair brush includes various embodiments, each having an internal reservoir for a hair grooming liquid. The liquid (oil, tonic, gel, etc.) is released from the reservoir to pass through passages in the teeth or bristles of the brush, for application to the hair and scalp simultaneously with the brushing of the hair. Certain embodiments have controls upon the handles, for releasing and/or pressurizing the contents of the reservoir to flow from the reservoir and out through the teeth and/or bristles. Another embodiment includes a pneumatic bulb for applying air pressure to the reservoir. Yet another embodiment includes an internal plate with a series of stops extending therefrom, the stops corresponding to the internal pores of each of the teeth or bristles. A handle extends from the plate through the back of the brush for control of the flow of liquid from the reservoir.

Abstract: Reservoir handle for a cleaning element (2) that is provided with a handle (3) in the form of a refillable reservoir (15) for liquid with a filler opening (14) and outlet (16, 33) with an operable valve (17) and an operating button (8) that can be pushed in axially to open the valve (17) to let liquid out of the reservoir (15), whereby the operating button (8) includes a stopper (25) for the reservoir (15) that is axially movable in the handle (3) between a closed position in which the reservoir (15) is closed when the operating button (8) is not pressed in and a filling position in which the reservoir (15) is connected to the environment via the filler opening (14) in order to be able to fill the reservoir (15).

Abstract: The foldable table has a flat table top and a pair of leg assemblies which fold inward from an operative position to an inoperative position. The leg assemblies are pivotal about separate axes which are spaced an unequal distance from the table top. When the leg assemblies are folded in an inoperative position, both of the leg assemblies lie parallel to each other and to the table top.

Abstract: An adjustable height desk platform includes: a platform including a substantially flat work surface and a lower surface opposite to the work surface; a first leg member and a second leg member coupled to the lower surface, the first leg member and the second leg member each movable between a fully raised position and a fully lowered position; a rack and pinion gear system associated with the first leg member and the second leg member; and a latch mechanism associated with the rack and gear system, the latch mechanism adapted to selectively immobilize the rack and pinion gear system to retain the first leg member and the second leg member in the fully raised position or the fully lowered position.

Abstract: Technologies are provided. The technologies comprise coupling a lazy-Susan mechanism to a table platform for rotation below the platform.

Abstract: Laboratory table with front and opposite rear frame parts, has replaceable tabletop elements positionable thereon. In a first variant, the laboratory table further has detent openings at regular distances on the front and/or rear frame parts, defining a modular grid. Each opening can receive a detent bolt of a modular tabletop element, each element having at least two detent bolts for the insertion into one of the detent openings. In a second variant, each tabletop element has at least one detent opening on a front and/or rear side of the tabletop element, for insertion of a detent bolt. The front and/or rear frame part of the laboratory table have detent bolts arranged at a regular distance defining a modular grid, each one of the detent bolts being for insertion into one of the detent openings of the tabletop elements positioned on these front and rear frame parts.

Abstract: A surface that includes a three-dimensional surface, wherein a notch is present in said three-dimensional surface. The surface further includes a metal edge inserted into the notch and attached to the three-dimensional surface.

Abstract: Embodiments of work stations for use in medical dose preparation management system. A work station may include a camera stand. The camera stand may include a housing enclosing a camera and one or more light sources therein. As such, the camera and light sources may be directed at a medical dose preparation staging region to capture medical dose preparation images of the medical dose preparation staging region. The camera stand may include an adjustable support positionable in a plurality of positions to dispose the camera and light source relative to the medical dose preparation staging region. A base with a removable tray may be provided that include medical receptacle engagement features. The work stations may facilitate improved image quality, efficiency of work flows carried out at the work station, and administrative tasks such as cleaning.

Abstract: A storage device comprising an extendable center piece slidingly-attached to one or more supports, the center piece including a slot that runs vertically through the center piece for at least a portion of a length of the center piece and providing a surface to support at least one hook, wherein the hook is disposed in the slot formed in the center piece and the hook extends through the slot and below the bottom surface of the center-piece, each hook providing an interface for hanging and storing an item within a cabinet or other suitable storage space.

Abstract: Paper-made composite furniture comprises at least two connection tubes and at least one spacer that are coupled together. Each connection tube is a hollow tube with an inner side made of spool paper and an outer side made of kraft paper. The connection tube has at least one latch groove. The spacer is a solid panel made of the spool paper with the outer side coated by the kraft paper. The spacer has two sides wedged in the latch grooves of the connection tubes. The spool paper has characteristics to withstand greater loading and pressure, thus can replace the conventional furniture made of woods, plastics or metal. The invention not only can reduce material, transportation and assembly costs, also can reduce environmental pollution and facilitate carrying and assembly during outing. The kraft paper can be formed with colors, patterns or texts, thus can provide greater visual appeal.

Abstract: A motorized home storage system can be mounted to any type of ceiling for storing items off the ground. The motorized home storage system is designed to make use of unused ceiling space, allowing homeowners to store their items overhead and out of the way and create additional storage in homes. The system is designed for large and heavy items that can be easily stored due to the two tube motors. Tube motors can allow a storage platform to be lowered for easy access, loading, and unloading. Additionally, tube motors can allow the storage platform to be raised to the ceiling in order to be completely out of the way and off the ground. The system can include legs attached to the platform which can unsnap to turn the platform into a table.

Abstract: A firearm storage apparatus having a U-shaped frame with a first and second vertical bar having a base connecting said first and second bars and one or more crossbars disposed therebetween the first bar and the second bar. The base provides upstanding sidewalls defining an interior volume having an open upper, open ends and a padded wall, wherein the butt of a firearm, such as a rifle, can be placed thereon. The first bar provides a gate hingedly connected thereto, wherein the gate has a first closure mechanism for connection to the second bar having corresponding second closure mechanism. The gate can be opened and closed for securement of the firearm therein, wherein the user can gain easy access to thereto when needed. Knobs protrude from the second crossbar to secure the firearm therein and clamps are disposed on the first crossbar to secure the barrel of a firearm.

Abstract: A slide assembly includes an outer slide segment, preferably at least one intermediate slide segment and an inner slide segment. An automatic closure arrangement applies a closing force to one or both of the inner and intermediate slide segments. In some configurations, a dampening arrangement dampens at least a portion of the travel of the slide assembly, such as the end portion of the closing travel of the slide assembly. The automatic closure arrangement can include two biasing elements, such as upper and lower constant force springs. The closure force of the constant force springs can be applied directly to the intermediate slide segment and the inner slide segment can be coupled for closing movement to the intermediate slide segment.

Abstract: A hanging bracket for the wall assembly of a wall-cupboard includes, in combination: a metallic base, an arm assembled and articulated on the base and protruding from it with a hook configured for anchoring to a plate (or other equivalent element) fixed to the wall, first and second regulation mechanisms for regulating the position of the arm in height and in depth, respectively, and a flange integral with the base and equipped with at least one fixing unit of the hanging bracket to the wall-cupboard, wherein the fixing unit includes a shear-resistant element cooperating with a fixing peg of the hanging bracket to a shoulder of the cupboard. According to the invention, the peg is fitted onto a collar protruding from the flange, there also being a reciprocal fixing element between the collar and the peg, to make them integral with each other.

Abstract: A Pro Bracket for use in mounting a Mac Pro computer having a cylindrical surface with a diameter of 2R and a length L to a cabinet includes two retaining straps, a mount and a chassis mechanically coupled to the cabinet. Each retaining strap has a radius of curvature of R and a first end and a second end. A first connecting mechanism is at the first end and a second connecting mechanism is at the second end. The mount is a rectangular sheet of metal and has a cutout with a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge each of which has a length of L. The cutoff is of a width of less than 2R such that the Mac Pro computer rests within the cutout. The two retaining straps are placed around the cylindrical surface of the Mac Pro computer and secured by the first and second connecting mechanisms to the mount adjacent to the first and second longitudinal edges. The mount is slidably coupled to the chassis.

Abstract: Disclosed is a chair chassis, wherein a seat bearing plate is disposed above a main tray base, for bearing a seat, a front end of a movable support member is pivotally connected to the seat bearing plate, a lower end thereof is pivotally connected to the main tray base, the movable support member is pivotable, a pair of movable supporting plates are located in front of the movable support member, upper and lower ends of each movable supporting plate are respectively pivotally connected to the seat bearing plate and the main tray base, and a pivot where the movable support member and the main tray base are connected is mounted with an elastic member for resisting the movable support member from rotating rearward. A user is subject to appropriate pressure when leaning back against the backrest, and friction between the backrest and the user's back may be reduced.