Abstract: An umbrella has a plurality of ribs attached to a runner by main struts. The umbrella has an anti-inversion mechanism formed of a plurality of anti-inversion struts. Each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to one respective main strut and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of one respective rib. The anti-inversion mechanism also includes a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the respective rib from inverting in response to an applied force.

Abstract: A luggage is disclosed having a front face opposite a rear face, a plurality of sides, and at least one support. The plurality of side faces collectively surround the front and rear faces. Each side face connects the front face to the rear face. The plurality of side faces includes at least an upper face opposite a lower face. The lower face includes a front portion extending forwardly of the upper face. The at least one support is coupled to the front portion of the lower face. A handle is coupled to the upper face.

Abstract: A portable electronic assembly includes a portable electronic device and a covering buoyancy device, the buoyancy device includes an housing and a cavity, the cavity includes at least one first primary cavity and at least one second primary cavity isolated from the at least one first primary cavity.

Abstract: An electronic baggage tag (1) includes one or more of: •• a sensor (17) for sensing an external trigger and an electronic display screen (2a, 2b) arranged selectively to display baggage tag codes and/or information in response to the external trigger; •• a power source comprising one or more of piezoelectric, kinetic, acoustic or radiation-based power sources; •• an electronic variable colour indicator configurable according to the area of origin or transit of the baggage item (40); •• means for capturing information relating to the local environment of the baggage item, and means for reporting the information to a remote service; •• means for sensing the contents of the baggage item, and means for providing an output responsive to said sensing; and •• a remote communications interface for communication over a remote communications network, and a local communications interface for communication over a local communications link, the tag arranged to relay, to the remote communications network, data received ove

Abstract: A hair straightener includes a power cord, a control circuit board, an upper shell, a bottom shell, an electric hot plate and a heat-conductive brush head. The upper shell and the bottom shell are fastened together with a first accommodation chamber defined therein. The bottom shell defines an opening. The control circuit board, the electric hot plate and the heat-conductive brush head are accommodated in the first accommodation chamber. The heat-conductive brush head has a heat-transfer plate attached to the back side thereof. The electric hot plate is mounted on the heat-transfer plate. The heat-conductive brush head has a plurality of heat-transfer brush teeth located on the front side thereof.

Abstract: A hair curler comprising a cylindrical body having a longitudinal axis and a transverse axis and a removable rod extending through the body along the transverse axis thereof. The inventive curler enables a novel method of curling hair including the steps of curling the hair around the curler comprising a cylindrical body having a longitudinal axis and a transverse axis and a removable rod extending through the body along the transverse axis thereof and securing the curled hair to the head of a user by inserting a rod through the body of the curler along the longitudinal axis thereof. In the illustrative embodiment, the cylindrical body is perforated and has multiple protrusions. The cylindrical body has a variable diameter with tapered ends. The diameter of the body is smaller in the middle section thereof. The rod is beaded and has bends therein.

Abstract: A nail forming device forms a drawing pattern on the surface of a nail (or an artificial nail) by using a photo-curable resin. The nail forming device includes a light source, an optical drawing unit for partially curing the photo-curable resin by using light emitted by the light source, and a controller for controlling the light source and the optical drawing unit. According to the nail forming device, a drawing pattern may be easily formed.

Abstract: An apparatus for cutting toenails and fingernails includes a frame member that includes an upper frame member and a lower frame member. One of a pair of cutting blades is attached to a front of the upper frame member and a remainder of the pair of cutting blades is attached to a front of the lower frame member so that a cutting edge of each of the pair of cutting blades are in alignment and face each other. According to certain preferred embodiments, the device is disposable: According to certain other preferred embodiments each of the pair of cutting blades can be replaced with a new replacement blade assembly.

Abstract: Apparatus, systems, and methods related to a fragrance bottle assembly are disclosed. The fragrance bottle assembly can include a bottle configured to retain an atomizable liquid, the bottle having an upper portion and an interior area, a nozzle head coupled to the upper portion and in communication with the interior area, and a tube coupled to the nozzle head and extending into an interior area for engagement with the liquid. The assembly can also include a cap assembly disposed over the upper portion of the bottle, the cap having an upper surface having an opening through which extends such that the nozzle head protrudes above the upper surface. The cap assembly can further include a nozzle cover connected to and slidably moveable along the second upper surface between a first position spaced away from the nozzle head and a second position covering the nozzle head.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foundation container configured by an outer container main body (100) and an outer container lid (150) opened/closed while being hinge-coupled to the outer container main body (100), the foundation container having a discharge pump having a short stroke distance and a content diffusion member, the foundation container comprising: an inner container main body (300) formed inside the outer container main body (100); an auxiliary container (370) formed in the inner container main body (300) and configured to receive contents; an inner container lid (400) for covering the upper portion of the inner container main body (300); an inner container shielding plate (350) inwardly coupled to the upper portion of the inner container main body (300); a discharge pump (600) coupled to the central portion of the inner container shielding plate (350); a content diffusion member (700) coupled to the discharge pump (600); an impregnation member (800) coupled to the upper portion of the conten

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for providing samples (e.g., cosmetic samples) with primary product packages (e.g., cosmetic product packages) exterior to the primary product package.

Abstract: A facial mask includes a mask body impregnated with a cosmetic composition and a composition retention structure for retaining the cosmetic composition in the mask body. The mask body includes a facial mask layer and a holding device including at least two ear mask layers integrally extended from two side portions of the facial mask layer and/or a chin mask layer integrally extended from a bottom portion of the facial mask layer, adapted for overlaying on the skin surfaces of the face, the ears and/or the chin of the user respectively for skin care treatment of the facial skin surface of the user while the holding device is adapted for wearing the facial mask layer on the user's face by holding to the ears of the user.

Abstract: An over-garment for comfortable protection below the neck of a person in a seated or reclining position while having a potentially taint-producing procedure performed on the person's head, by using an improved design creating greater and more-secure protection while allowing the withdrawal and re-insertion of the person's arms through the sleeves without disturbing the placement nor the performance of the over-garment.

Abstract: Disclosed is an invention related to a device that is used for collecting and disposing the facial trimmed hair without allowing the trimmed facial hair to drop on the ground. The device comprises of a collapsible and movable trough with a pouch to place a trimmer. The trimmer placed in the pouch can reach any part of the face for trimming the facial hair and the collapsible and movable trough can move along with the trimmer to collect the trimmed hair. Further, the collected trimmed hair can be completely disposed through a fastened vertical flap extending from bottom of the collapsible and movable trough.

Abstract: A backpack for carrying an item by a user includes a backpack body constructed of a flexible material. A first zipper fastener is on the backpack body and is actuatable between an opened position and a closed position. The backpack includes an accessory body constructed of a flexible material and positioned within an inner main cavity of the backpack body and borders an exterior of the backpack. The backpack includes a second zipper fastener on a first portion of the accessory body that borders the exterior of the backpack. The second zipper fastener is actuatable between an opened position and a closed position. The backpack includes a third zipper fastener on the second portion of the accessory body that borders the inner main cavity of the backpack body. The third zipper fastener is actuatable between an opened position and a closed position.

Abstract: A bottom opening back-strap-bucket with an adjustable lever. A bucket or large container body has a bottom opening, operable by a lever that permits an operator to pick up, carry and deposit items, leaving the operator's hands free when traveling. The invention utilizes leg and upper body strength, which allows the operators hands and arms to rest or be available for other tasks, such as for loading. The invention allows a user to travel anywhere, even hauling or carry heavy items up and down steps or ladders. The lever is operable to open the bottom plate to deposit items carried within the bucket at a selected location.

Abstract: A carrying assembly for PURPOSE includes a harness that may be positioned on a person. A pair of straps each has a primary end and a secondary end. The straps are coupled to the belt. Each of the straps may be looped over shoulders of the person. A pair of pads is provided. Each of the straps has one of the pads coupled thereto. The pads may abut the person's shoulders. A plurality of hooks is coupled to the harness. Each of the hooks may have an object coupled thereto.

Abstract: The tool harness preferably includes a closed loop, non-adjustable, buckle free main strap, wherein the ends of the main strap are fixed one to the other. The tool harness further includes a tool leader, which is attached to the main strap, and a tool strap communicating with the tool leader. The tool strap secures a tool such that the main strap, in combination with the tool leader, assure a full range of motion to a user of the tool while mitigating an inadvertent impact of the tool with a surface supporting the user.

Abstract: An attachment device for attaching to a user's finger, thumb, hand, or wrist is provided. The attachment device may also be configured to support an object, such as a small electronic tool. According to one implementation, an attachment device comprises a mounting frame, a side wall extending at an angle from the mounting frame, an outer C-band extending from an end of the side wall, and an inner C-band extending from the mounting frame. The outer C-band is configured to at least partially surround the inner C-band.

Abstract: An anther shed attachment device is disclosed. The device includes a main strap and a plurality of loops including a clasping member. The clasping member allows for the attachment of shed antlers and the loops allow for movement along the main strap. Accordingly, a user is able to easily retain sheds within the clasp and along the strap for easy carrying.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mounting device for a drum (2) consisting of at least two joined drum segments (21, 22) as a part of a shaft (1) of a brush roller, said mounting device including an internal circumferentially directed shoulder (24) being a part of a first drum segment (21) and an external circumferentially directed shoulder (23) being a part of a second drum segment (22), said two shoulders (23, 24) are provided with cooperating contact surfaces mainly positioned in a circumferential or tangential direction with respect to a complete drum (2), the external shoulder (23) being provided with a radial directed clearance hole intended to involve a screw (30), the threaded end of which being directed into the geometrical rotation axis of a complete drum, whereby the interior circumferentially directed shoulder (24) is provided with a recess (26) having a bottom (25) and an opening (27) facing the geometrical rotation axis and the recess (26) is designed with plain inner side surfaces (42, 43) facing eac

Abstract: A toothbrush comprising a brush head and neck, a hollow toothpaste storage chamber, and a plunger, in which the brush head has bristles and one or more apertures, and the neck is hollow. A portion of the plunger sits inside of the hollow storage chamber, and a spring sits inside of the hollow plunger. Alternatively, the plunger has a rod that has teeth on one side and a groove on the other side, to lock or unlock the plunger.

Abstract: A filter cleaning device has an improved structure which is capable of effectively cleaning dust in a filter used in an air conditioner. The filter cleaning device includes: a filter; a brush unit movably installed at one side of the filter to separate dust from the filter; a brush movement unit configured so that the brush unit is movable along the filter; and brush guides installed at two sides of the brush unit to guide a movement of the brush unit. Each of the brush guides includes: a first guide groove formed so that the brush unit is moved to be in contact with the filter; and a second guide groove formed so that the brush unit is moved to be separated from the filter.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for hand washing is disclosed. In some embodiments, a hand washing device includes a body graspable by a user; at least one of a speaker, light and vibration mechanism disposed in the body; and a washing surface attached to the body. In some embodiments, the hand washing device alerts the user with the at least of the speaker, light and vibration mechanism to entice people to wash their hands, and to enhance engagement and focus during hand washing.

Abstract: A table in accordance with the present disclosure includes a table top and a table top elevator. The table top elevator may include a first leg unit and a second leg unit. Each leg unit may be mounted for movement relative to the table top from a closed position alongside the table top to an opened position extending away from the table top.

Abstract: A folding table includes a table top and a table top elevator. A hinge unit is coupled between panels of the table top to allow the folding table to be folded.

Abstract: A folding table includes a table top provided with a table top elevator having legs. A hinge unit is coupled between panels of the table top to allow the table to be folded.

Abstract: A height adjustable furniture piece includes a device for connecting a belt to the furniture piece. The device includes two support elements, each including a first extension member and a second extension member that is telescopically arranged with respect to the first extension member. The belt is fixed to the first extension member and a spring element connects the belt and the first extension member. The belt is deflected by pulleys such that a relative displacement between the first extension member and the second extension member of the first support element results in a synchronous relative displacement between the first extension member and the second extension member of the second support element. The spring element includes a spring force that assists lifting of the second extension member against the force of gravity.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a foldable table assembly movable between an open and a closed position. The foldable table assembly comprises a base including a base wall surrounding a hollow interior for containing a folding table, the folding table being movable between a closed folded and an open unfolded position and a screw Jack assembly moving the folding table between the folded position inside the hollow interior of the base and unfolded substantially horizontal position removed from the hollow interior wherein operation of the Jack assembly permits the folding and unfolding of the table. The foldable table assembly has a lifting plate engaged with the Jack having a plurality of lifting arms each arm having a first end attached to the lifting plate and a pair of table top segments hingedly connected between a pair of said lifting arms.

Abstract: Systems are disclosed that relate to modular furniture capable of providing conventional desk functions as well as integrated electronic components which house, store, and operate electronic devices, such as computers and associated devices. Furniture components of a traditional office are adapted to house a plurality of electronic components of a traditional computer system. Connectors, expansion slots, networking capabilities, and other storage units are provided within the furniture components enabling several electronic devices to be installed within the furniture components and communicate with each other, integrating a fully functional computer system into a classroom or office desk. The disclosed modular furniture systems provide multiple resources and functions in a small footprint and are useable in a variety of school, personal and work settings.

Abstract: A rack assembly joint aims for assembly of a plurality of shelves. Each shelf has four corners at two lateral edges and four insertion rods respectively protruding from the four corners toward two sides. The rack assembly joint includes a main body, a first coupling structure and a second coupling structure. The main body has a first coupling end and a second coupling end perpendicular to each other. The first coupling structure and the second coupling structure are located respectively on the first coupling end and the second coupling end, and include respectively at least two first coupling round holes and two second coupling round holes to form compact coupling with the insertion rod. Thus a selected number of the rack assembly joints and the shelves can be chosen to assemble an assembly rack.

Abstract: A transportable boot storage hanger designed for space-efficient and low-wear storage of multiple boots may have: a) a topmost support engaging element; b) a first vertical support rod having a top end engaged with the topmost support element and a lower portion of the first vertical support rod engaged with a hanger connecting element; c) the hanger engaging element having an opening into which a multiple boot hanging frame is removably inserted or permanently attached; d) the multiple boot hanging frame having at least two major outward arms extending away from the opening; e) each of the at least two major arms having a vertical arm and a sole support element angle upwardly away from the first vertical support rod; and f) the sole support element having a top toe support stem and a lower heel support stem.

Abstract: A base, elongated member, and illumination source are combined to form the core of an organizational unit. The base has a first support structure and second support structure which serve as legs. These support a tabletop, as well as a shelf which is used to hold footwear or other items. The shelf is perforated in order to allow for drainage and prevent moisture accumulation, enhancing drying of items placed on the shelf. The elongated member is a height-adjustable pole connected on top of the tabletop, with the illumination source being placed at the top of the elongated member. A locking mechanism is provided for the elongated member, the elongated member itself being divided into a sleeve connected to the tabletop and a post that slides into and out of the sleeve. One or more hooks and an accessory receptacle may be attached to the elongated member.

Abstract: A drive device for a movable furniture part includes a force-actuated ejection element for ejecting the movable furniture part from a closed position into an open position, and a locking device for locking the ejection element in a locking position. The locking device includes a control element connected to the ejection element, and a gate for the control element. The gate has—outside an optionally present latch depression—sidewall regions that have different hardnesses in certain sections.

Abstract: The protector is generally elongate and includes a mouth that is able to open to accommodate the structure. The mouth is biased towards a closed position so that the mouth grips the structure to hold it in place. The mouth is provided by a pair of opposed jaws and an inner plate provided to act as a stop for the mouth. A bumper is provided that extends spaced from the inner plate. The protector further includes at least one angled linear web that extends between the inner plate and bumper at a front of the protector. Advantageously, it has been found that as the bumper crushes, the angled linear web and the side connection of the bumper combine to cause the bumper to spread outwardly and around the structure thereby acting to deflect the force of the impact around the structure. Such deflection reduces the damage to the structure.

Abstract: A chair includes a backrest that pivots with respect to the seat in a manner that improves the occupant's experience during the transition from an upright position to a reclined position. During pivoting of the backrest with respect to the seat, the backrest moves in a manner having an instantaneous center of rotation that does not remain stationary during the pivoting of the backrest. In some embodiments, the instantaneous center of rotation begins at a location lower than a height of the seat and moves backward as the backrest pivots from the upright position to the reclined position. The movement of the instantaneous center of rotation follows a smoothly curved path that has a continuous first derivative and, in some embodiments, continuous higher order derivatives as well. The movement may be effectuated via pins coupled to the backrest that ride in smoothly curved channels defined in a seat frame.

Abstract: Provided is a reclining device that prevents a seat back from falling rearward all at once when reclined rearward. The reclining device has an external gear (63), which has a cylinder (63c) at the center, an internal gear (61), which has internal teeth that engage with the external gear (63) and a circular hole (61e) in which the cylinder (63c) is inserted, and a first wedge-shaped member (71) and a second wedge-shaped member (73), which are provided between the inner surface of the circular hole (61e) and the outer surface of the cylinder (63c). The reclining device is configured such that a load from the seat back is simultaneously applied to the first wedge-shaped member (71) and second wedge-shaped member (73).

Abstract: A reclining chair having a seat, base frame, and a back rest movably connected to the base frame. The base frame includes at least a three prong base attached to caster wheels and a column, the seat is connected to the column of the base frame and includes a front end and back end. The back rest has top portion, intermediate portion, and bottom portion, the intermediate portion is hingedly connected to the back end of the seat and the bottom portion is movably connected to the base frame, using a lockable gas spring. The lockable gas spring has a first end connected to the bottom portion of the back rest and a second end connected to the base frame, whereby the movable distance between the first end and the second of the gas cylinder moves the back rest between an upright position and a reclined position.

Abstract: An occupant-support base includes a stationary seat pan and a pad coupled to the seat pan. The pad is coupled to the seat pan and configured to provide comfort to an occupant resting on the occupant-support base and provide a pleasing aesthetic to the occupant.

Abstract: A headrest tilt mechanism is provided for installation on a chair. The mechanism includes a back insert that frames an area of the chair to be independently pivoted. A pair of spaced headrest tilts are coupled to the back insert, and pivotally coupled to the back frame of the chair. A lower connector tube is coupled to the back frame of the chair below the back insert. A linkage coupler is pivotally coupled to an upper member at an upper pivot point and is pivotally coupled an actuator at a lower pivot point. The upper member has a secured leg secured to the pair of spaced headrest tilts and a pivotal leg pivotally coupled to the linkage coupler. An actuator is pivotally coupled between the linkage coupler and the lower connector tube that can be actuated to pivot the headrest tilts from a closed to an open position.

Abstract: An automatic support system for headrest includes a first fastener, a connecting component, a driving rod, a first swinging component, a first sleeve component, and a linear drive device; The linear drive device is pivotally connected to the first fastener and has an output shaft that is capable of linearly sliding, a front end of the connecting component is pivotally connected to the first fastener, the output shaft of the linear drive device and one end of the driving rod are respectively pivotally connected to two spaced positions of a rear end of the connecting component, a front end of the first swinging component is pivotally connected to the first fastener, the other end of the driving rod is pivotally connected to a rear end of the first swinging component, and the first sleeve component is fixed to a headrest and set on the first swinging component detachably.

Abstract: A reconfigurable apparatus having: a frame; at least a first component on the frame upon which a force is applied in a first manner in using the apparatus for its intended purpose; and at least a second component on the frame that is movable relative to the at least first component and/or the frame and upon which a force can be applied in a second manner to reconfigure the apparatus by moving the at least second component relative to the at least first component and/or the frame. An adjusting assembly cooperates between the at least first component and the at least second component and is configured so that as an incident of the force being applied in the first manner changing, the force being applied in the second manner required to reconfigure the apparatus changes.

Abstract: An armrest for a chair includes a first slideable member moveably positioned within a support post and a second slideable member moveably positioned within the support post. The first slideable member is moveably positioned within a channel of the second slideable member such that the first slideable member is moveable relative to the second slideable member. An actuator is connected to the first and second slideable members. The actuator can optionally be included that is actuatable from a locked position to an unlocked position. The first and second slideable members are immovable within the post when the actuator is in the locked position and the first and second slideable members are moveable within the post when the actuator is in the unlocked position.

Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for use of a functional seat, which seat is intended particularly for assisting a person sitting thereon to stand up from a sitting position. The arrangement comprises a seat part (1) provided/to be provided in connection with a sitting base (A) and being coupled in a power transmitting manner with armrests (1a) of the seat, wherein the seat part (1) is arranged by a movement mechanism (x) simultaneously on the other hand to incline from an essentially horizontal sitting-position (I) to a standing up-position (II), where the seat part is inclined down ward toward its front edge, and on the other hand to move upward while being inclined to the standing up-position (II) from the sitting-position (I) particularly in order to enable assisting a standing up-movement, advantageously by influence of the person him-/herself sitting on the seat part (1), by exploiting his/her upper body through using hand force.

Abstract: A mattress is configured to have multiple zones made of springs configured in different orientations. A first zone of the mattress has springs packed in a first pattern, and a second zone has the springs packed in a second pattern that is different from the first pattern. The springs in the first zone and the second zone are the same type of springs. By packing the same springs in different patterns, the zones can have different firmness levels.

Abstract: A child support device such as a bassinet, configured to impart a rocking, swaying or gliding motion to soothe a child occupant includes a frame and an infant receiving receptacle. In example forms, the frame is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The infant receiving receptacle is pivotally mounted to the frame such that the infant receiving receptacle is capable of gliding or swaying relative to the frame. In some example forms, the infant receiving receptacle is removed from engagement with the frame and capable of rocking on a support surface. In example forms, the child support device provides a gliding motion, with limited or no tilting or rocking.

Abstract: The invention relates to a baby carrier comprising chest straps, a waist belt, and a carrier bag mounted on the chest straps and the waist belt. Said carrier bag comprises a front piece having leg openings, and the front piece forms together with at least a portion of a means a carrier pouch. A lower portion of the front piece forms a first seat support. A second seat support is fixedly arranged at an inside of the lower portion of the front Piece between said lower portion and said means. The second seat support is divisible by a partition means so as to enable deactivation said second seat support, and said partition means being arranged in the width direction of the front piece. The second seat support has a seat width which is narrower than the seat width of the first seat a side edge which is flexible and/or openable and which permit a narrower sec position of a child when supported by the second seat support.

Abstract: A baby support for supporting a baby positioned on a front torso of a supporting person. The baby support includes an elongated soft body that extends across a back torso of the supporting person and the baby. The baby support also includes fastening ends that overlap and secure to support the baby on the front torso of the supporting adult. The baby support may be configured to stretch to generate an elastic force to pull the back torso of the baby towards the back torso of the supporting person.

Abstract: The utility model discloses a spiral display hanger having a time delay mechanism and capable of allowing commodities to be placed on or taken down, comprising a supporting arm, a spiral pipe, a time delay mechanism and a handle. A torque output shaft is provided on the time delay mechanism. The supporting arm comprises an upper supporting rod and a lower supporting rod, one end of the upper supporting rod being rotationally connected to a rotation center of the torque output shaft and the other end of the upper supporting rod being securely provided on a fixture, and one end of the lower supporting rod being also secured on the fixture and the other end of the lower supporting rod being a free end. One end of the spiral pipe is fixedly connected to the torque output shaft. The upper supporting and the lower supporting rod are penetrated through the spiral pipe to come into contact with the spiral pipe.

Abstract: A portable rotating pegboard device that can be used for tool storage as a well as display of a plurality of items. The device is formed into a box like structure by right angle connectors. These connectors ensure that the planar surface of each side are joined at right angles to each other. Top and bottom covers enclose the device and an attaching turntable provides the means of rotation with 360 degrees of access. Hook and loop fasteners give the device the ability to be disassembled for transport and reassembled at the destination. Because this device can be partially assembled, it makes it convenient for shipping and packaging, as well as being offered as a kit. The right angle joinery can be used to join any four planar surface at 90 degrees to a form a box like structure.