Abstract: An atomizing assembly and an electronic cigarette are provided. The atomizing assembly includes: an atomizer, and a tar container connecting to the atomizer and adapted to store tar, wherein a fume exhausting hole adapted to exhaust fumes is provided at an end of the atomizer away from the tar container; the atomizer includes an inner electrode, and outer electrode, an electric heating wire assembly adapted to atomize the tar, a tar conveyer adapted to convey the tar to the electric heating wire assembly for atomization, and a connection section adapted to connect the atomizer with a battery rod assembly of the electronic cigarette; where the outer electrode is provided outside the inner electrode; and the electronic heating wire assembly is connected with the inner electrode and the outer electrode.

Abstract: The present application provides an electronic cigarette. The electronic cigarette includes: a body of the electronic cigarette, a suction end, a liquid storage, an atomizing assembly, and a battery rod assembly. The liquid storage is arranged on the body of the electronic cigarette at an end away from the suction end; the atomizing assembly is disposed between the battery rod assembly and the liquid storage, and two ends of the atomizing assembly are respectively provided with a first connection section and a second connection section which have different connecting structures; the atomizing assembly is connected to the battery rod assembly via the first connection section, and the atomizing assembly is connected to the liquid storage via the second connection section. When the electronic cigarette subjected an external screwing force along one direction, only one of the battery rod assembly and the liquid storage can be screwed out.

Abstract: The invention relates to a programmable vaporizer device and method that allows a user to controllably atomize a plurality of aerosol-forming substrates having different flavors in order to generate an aerosol mixture with a specific flavor profile and share that flavor profile with other users over a computer network. Preferably, the vaporizer device includes a user interface adapted to create a flavor profile by allowing a user to determine the intensity of specific flavors over the duration of inhalation.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, apparatuses, and methods for assembling cartridges for aerosol delivery devices. The cartridges may be assembled by coupling a base of the cartridge to a carriage that is transported via a track. The track transports the carriages between various substations at which one or more parts are added to the base. The carriage may be lifted from the track by a lifter mechanism at each substation in order to perform assembly operations on the base. An inspection system may inspect the cartridges at various stages of completion at or between the various substations.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette configured not to simulate at either end the lighted end of a conventional electronic cigarette is disclosed. The electronic cigarette comprises a translucent or non-translucent conduit housing internal components within the conduit. These internal components comprise: a unit containing liquid; a vaporizing unit for vaporizing the liquid within the unit containing liquid; a power source; an integrated circuit positioned within a distal end of the conduit; an end piece coupled to the distal end of the wherein no light chamber is illuminated when the electronic cigarette is inhaled or exhaled. In another preferred embodiment, the present invention is directed to an electronic cigarette to be used in a military vertical market space designed for saving the lives of military personnel that desire to smoke as opposed to the social vertical market space where lighted E-Cigarettes are commercially used and sold.

Abstract: A fluid permeable heater assembly for aerosol-generating systems comprises a substrate (1) comprising an opening (100) through the substrate, an electrically conductive substantially flat filament arrangement (2) arranged over the opening, and clamping means (3) mechanically fixing the filament arrangement to the substrate. The clamping means are electrically conductive and serve as electrical contacts for providing a heating current through the filament arrangement. The invention also relates to a method for assembling a fluid permeable heater.

Abstract: The invention is related to a battery stick, one end of the battery stick is provided with an air inlet hole; the other end of the battery stick is provided with a first lower electrode used for electrically connecting to a atomizer; the first lower electrode is provided with a vent channel in communication with the air inlet hole; an air inlet of the vent channel is in communication with the air inlet hole; an air outlet of the vent channel is arranged on the side of the first lower electrode; an oil-blocking surface is formed on the top surface of the first lower electrode. The battery stick of the present invention can prevent non-vaporized electronic cigarette oil in the atomizer from entering the interior of the battery stick. Also provided is an electronic cigarette having the battery stick.

Abstract: Devices for generating and releasing vapor. In particular, described herein are portable devices for generating a low-temperature inhalable vapor having an elongated tubular body containing a vaporization chamber and a battery-powered heater, a removable mouthpiece covering the vaporization chamber, a display configured to indicate the temperature of the vaporization chamber; a microcontroller configured to regulate the temperature of the vaporization chamber, and a control to select from among a variety of temperature settings.

Abstract: An exemplary atomizing head includes a main body, an air inlet, an exit pipe, two connecting electrode, a liquid conducting element, and a heating element. The main body defines an atomizing chamber and a through hole. The through hole communicates with the atomizing chamber such that tobacco liquid can flow into the atomizing chamber. The liquid conducting element is configured for absorbing tobacco liquid. The liquid conducting element defines at least one air passage. The heating element is in contact with the liquid conducting element. The heating element is configured for heating the tobacco liquid to form aerosol. The aerosol is expelled via the at least one air passage. Two opposite ends of the heating element are connected to the two connecting electrodes.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system comprising a shirt. The shirt comprises a shelf. The shelf is constructed to restrain motion of the shirt relative to a belt worn around a waist of a wearer of the shirt. The shelf is constructed to restrain motion of pants operatively engaged with the belt relative to the shirt.

Abstract: An upper body article incorporating a dynamic vent-slit structure is provided. The article includes a torso portion adapted to extend around at least a portion of a wearer's torso in an as-worn position, and a plurality of slits arranged in a repeating fashion, wherein a spacing between two adjacent slits in linear alignment is less than a length of a slit in non-linear alignment with the two slits and that is offset from the two slits such that the slit in non-linear alignment overlies the spacing between the slits in linear alignment, and the slit in non-linear alignment is parallel to the slits in linear alignment. The slits may be positioned in one or more groupings, or aligned in different directions to open in response to different directions of stretch or movement, to provide dynamic venting of the article.

Abstract: A sock includes a tubular cushioned portion; a heel portion knitted of hydrophilic yarn; a toe portion knitted of hydrophilic yarn; and an instep portion interconnecting the heel portion and the toe portion. The instep portion includes a top of foot section knitted of hydrophobic yarn, and a sole section knitted of hydrophilic yarn. Moisture absorbed from a wearer's foot by the hydrophilic yarns in the toe portion, the instep portion, and the heel portion is transmitted into the hydrophobic yarn in the top of foot section to be evaporated therefrom.

Abstract: A recovery tight having preconfigured compression zones with integrated knit structures is provided herein. The compression zones may have differing compressive properties where zones having a higher compression force are located at the calf and ankle areas of the tight, zones having the next highest compression force are located over the knee and lower thigh areas of the tight, and zones having the lowest compression force are located over the upper thigh and lower torso areas of the tight when the tight is worn. The integrated knit structures modify the compressive properties of the zones in the areas where the structures are located in order to further customize the compressive properties of the recovery tight.

Abstract: A protective accessory for ankle or leg, wearable with a footwear, the accessory comprising a resilient fabric band incorporated with an elastic material adapted to fit closely over a portion of a leg of a wearer. The fabric band form a protective layer between a cuff portion of the footwear and skin of the wearer, thereby protecting the skin region beneath the cuff portion from chafing or irritation due to friction of the skin with cuff portion of footwear.

Abstract: This invention relates to a multi-adjustable bra which is constructed for adequate support of the breasts yet permitting it to be worn with backless, strapless, and/or halter neck evening gowns, dresses or tops without disclosing unsightly straps either across the back or over the shoulders of the wearer.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to various embodiments of an adjustable bra, or sports bra. The bra includes a front portion, side portions and a rear portion. Two straps extend between the front portion and the rear portion. The bra further includes a chest band which extends about its lower perimeter. The bra additionally includes a corset mechanism. The various embodiments of the bra disclosed herein are adjustable in at least four ways to suit any size and any activity. First, the wearer may adjust the diameter of the chest band. Second, the wearer may adjust the length of the straps. Third, the wearer may adjust the position of the straps (i.e., whether crossed). Finally, the user may adjust the corset mechanism to vary compressive forces on the breasts. In various embodiments, each of these adjustments is made from the front of bra and without requiring removal.

Abstract: A bra is described in this patent application which can be used by women after they undergo breast enhancement or reconstruction surgery. The bra is both functional and, relative to the prior art, stylish, and allows women to comfortably transition to a traditional bra and from recovery-related clothing to traditional women's clothes. The invention is easy to put on and take off, and provides superior support without sacrificing comfort or appearance. Because the bra is both seamless and has a fabric-backed front zipper, it is easy to put on and take off. It is also a long line bra to avoid typical incision sites.

Abstract: A bra is described in this patent application which can be used by women after they undergo breast enhancement or reconstruction surgery. The bra is both functional and, relative to the prior art, stylish, and allows women to comfortably transition to a traditional bra and from recovery-related clothing to traditional women's clothes. The invention is easy to put on and take off, and provides superior support without sacrificing comfort or appearance. Because the bra is both seamless and has a fabric-backed front zipper, it is easy to put on and take off. It is also a long line bra to avoid typical incision sites.

Abstract: A brassiere having cups, straps and elements for covering the wearer's breast tip region, wherein the elements are respectively arranged on the cups' inner side facing the wearer's body, and the elements only partly cover the cups' inner side facing the wearer's body.

Abstract: A running tight having preconfigured compression zones with integrated structure patterns is provided herein. The compression zones may have differing compression forces where zones having a higher compression force are located at the thigh area and calf area of the tight, and zones having a lower compression force are located at the waist area and knee area of the tight. The integrated structure patterns modify the compression forces of the zones in the areas where the patterns are located in order to further customize the compressive properties of the running tight.

Abstract: The invention is a wind resistant jacket made of all materials available today (i.e. polyester, nylon, cashmere, cotton) with a design pouch sewn into the front lower pocket side. The pouch includes all Images (i.e. farm animals, major league sporting teams, boats, canoes, airplanes, cars, trucks, trains, birds) available today and could be sewn into the jacket to create a pouch. Once worn the garment conveniently folds into the pouch for easy travel. The pouch has a draw string to close and the garment fits into your bag, nap sack, etc. The jacket also has a hook at the of the pouch to easily attach to a keychain or a belt loop. The jacket is wind resistant and fastens with Velcro, zippers, buttons. The functionality of the jacket is unique and creative.

Abstract: Women's nightclothes, in one or two pieces, which top section covering the bust is specifically designed to discreetly hide the nipple of the breast. The invention being characterized in that all versions of these women's nightclothes are designed for the practical purpose of hiding the nipple of the breast while remaining comfortable and feminine These nightclothes forming a clothing line named DiscreetEve™.

Abstract: An air circulating structure includes a housing having first, second and third sidewalls. The second and third sidewalls are positioned in a receiving space defined by the first sidewall and the second sidewall is positioned between the first and third sidewalls. The first sidewall has an opening and bending portions are formed at ends of the first sidewall and bending inward. Further, guiding elements are disposed on sides of the second sidewall facing the receiving space and positioned between the third sidewall and the bending portions. As such, air ducts are formed between the second sidewall and the first sidewall, the third sidewall, the guiding elements, the bending portions, respectively, and air vents are formed in junctions of the guiding elements with the bending portions and the third sidewall, thereby forming circulating air in the air ducts and vents to effectively improve the temperature regulating efficiency of an air-conditioning device.

Abstract: A cup-shaped filtering face-piece respirator 10 that includes a harness 14 and a mask body 12 that has a multi-layer filtering structure 16. The mask body 12 includes at least one dart 60 permanently bonded in the filtering structure 16, the dart 60 tapering from a center plane 32 of the mask body 12 to a side edge of the mask body. The dart 60 inhibits collapse of the cup-shaped form of the respirator 10.

Abstract: A protective skin shields system that is mounted to eyeglasses worn by a user. The major components are a means for mounting, an interconnected and shields. The invention solves technological problems, inter alia, of bilaterally protecting the cheek, temple and forehead region of a user's face from harmful sun radiation without the use of hats, skirts, blockers and/or chemicals.

Abstract: A composite garment includes a skirt, being a loose piece of material of a bell-shaped longitudinal configuration fitting around the body of a wearer from the waist downward to proximate the knees, and a bodice, being a tubular-shaped piece of material of an hour-glass longitudinal configuration fitting around the body from below the hips upward to the arm pits. Button holes are spaced apart in one of front and back portions of a hem of the skirt. Buttons are spaced apart on the other of front and back portions of the skirt hem so as to allow fitting some buttons through some button holes and thereby closing of the skirt at the hem either between the wearer's legs so as to convert the skirt into either trousers or along the wearer's shoulders and arms so as to convert the skirt into blouse.

Abstract: A woman's clothing system that includes a tank dress, a tube dress, a scarf, leggings and a long sleeved jacket that can be arranged in at least forty one or more combinations appropriate for all types of wear from beach to sight seeing to shopping to evening wear.

Abstract: A detachable garment includes a front panel and a back panel. The front panel includes a first outer edge opposite to a second outer edge, a first side having a first pattern, a second side having a second pattern, and a fastener located near the first outer edge and the second outer edge. The back panel includes a third outer edge opposite to a fourth outer edge, a third side having a third pattern, a fourth side having a fourth pattern, and a complementary fastener configured to mate with the fastener and located near the third outer edge and the fourth outer edge. A width of the back panel is greater than a width of the front panel. The third and fourth outer edges are each configured to fold over a portion of the back panel to mate the complementary fastener with a respective fastener on the front panel.

Abstract: Protective garments are disclosed having an inner lining with high lubricity and high strength characteristics. The inner lining, in one embodiment, contains spun yarns combined with multifilament yarns. In accordance with the present disclosure, the multifilament yarns are present in the warp direction and in the fill direction. In addition, the multifilament yarns may outnumber the spun yarns in both the warp direction and the fill direction. In this manner, a fabric is produced not only having good lubricity characteristics but also having a balance of properties. For instance, in one embodiment, the shrink properties of the fabric in the warp direction substantially match the shrink properties of the fabric in the fill direction.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a protective guard accessory for protecting the cuff of a pant leg. In a version of the invention, the clothing accessory generally comprises a cuff protection sleeve comprising an annular wall portion with an upper enlarged portion and an inwardly curved bottom lip defining a circular channel. The circular channel adapted to receive a respective bottom cuff of the pants. In addition, an inner fastening ring is provided comprising an external annular channel configured to couple with the upper enlarged portion of the cuff protection sleeve. Wherein, while in use, the fabric of the pants is pinched or sandwiched between the top enlarged portion of the cuff protection sleeve and the inner fastening ring while simultaneously engaging the cuff within the circular channel. Thereby, engaging the clothing accessory with the lower end portion and bottom cuff of the respective pant leg and providing a barrier between the pant leg and respective shoe.

Abstract: A dynamic vent-slit structure for a lower body article of apparel is provided. The article includes a pelvic portion for covering a pelvic area of a wearer when the article is in an as-worn position, and a plurality of slits in a repeating fashion, wherein a spacing between two adjacent slits in linear alignment is less than a length of a slit in non-linear alignment with the two slits and that is offset from the two slits such that the slit in non-linear alignment overlies the spacing between the slits in linear alignment, and the slit in non-linear alignment is parallel to the slits in linear alignment. The slits may be positioned in one or more groupings or aligned in different directions to open in response to different directions of stretch or movement, to provide dynamic or motion activated venting in the article.

Abstract: A shirttail retention system has two shay retention suspenders, one for each thigh or upper leg of the wearer. Each retention suspenders has a circular, elastic strap which encircles the wearer's thigh, an elastic strip extending from the strap to the shirttail, and fastening clips at the ends of the strip for securing the strip and, thus, the suspenders to the shirttail.

Abstract: A protective covering for a person's hair covers the hair with a slack foundation and is secured by a form fitting band, the form fitting band serving as a perimeter base of the foundation. The foundation includes a plurality of hair-receiving guidelines, which indicate hair placement for hair strands. The guidelines are positioned across the foundation. The band is preferably Lyrca, such that it can fit different head sizes of different persons. To help improve the fit, a retaining strap is provided for each temporal region, as well as ergonomic contours along the band that conform to a person's ears. Within the foundation is an enclosed region, including head-receiving portion and voluminous hair-protecting portion. The latter portion ensures sufficient space to protect and maintain a person's natural hair and hairstyle. An internal netting helps to catch shedding hairs while a drawstring in the band allows for tightness to be adjusted.

Abstract: A cover for an adjustment strap on a cap has a wrap and a securing part. The wrap wraps around the strap and has one part of a hook and loop fastener. The securing part has a flexible, elastic body with three dimensional indicia on one side. The body has the other part of the hook and loop fastener on the opposite side to secure the wrap around the strap. A method of making the cover includes molding the body and attaching part of the hook and loop fastener to the body.

Abstract: The present invention provides a helmet adapted to receive a user's head therein and further adapted to hold a head mounted display (HMD) thereon. The helmet has a hinged faceplate that can substantially cover the user's face and extends downward around the user's chin. The faceplate is adapted to receive a microphone input, and a headphone connection may also be provided. The faceplate is able to accommodate a pair of virtual reality goggles or other HMD thereon. The helmet is weighted so that there is an even weight distribution across the helmet. In this way, the helmet is balanced and comfortable to wear. Additionally, the design on the exterior surfaces of the helmet can be customized to suit the user's preferences.

Abstract: The invention includes a protective headpiece and components thereof and methods for their use. Preferred examples comprise a helmet component, a plurality of piers joining said helmet component to a shoulder pad component and an inner hat component permitting the wearer the ability to move the head within the helmet component while in use. The helmet component may comprise a plurality of fluid-filled floating plates or floats on the inner surface thereof to cushion the head against impact during activities including, for example, football, race car driving, military activities and the like.

Abstract: A fitness apparatus for a shoe is disclosed. The shoe includes a top portion, a sole portion, and an interior portion. Additionally, the shoe includes one or more processors, one or more memory modules, and a plurality of lighting elements. The shoe further includes a power supply, a lighting power switch, a satellite antenna, and machine readable instructions stored in the one or more memory modules that cause the shoe to perform at least one of determining a distance travelled between a start position and an end position, determining calories burned during the distance travelled, activating the plurality of lighting elements in a lighting mode in response to a signal received from the lighting power switch, and sending fitness data indicative of the distance travelled, calories burned, or the lighting mode, when executed by the one or more processors.

Abstract: An insert system for an article of footwear includes an outer assembly, a first insert assembly and a second insert assembly. The outer assembly is configured to interchangeably receive the first insert assembly and the second insert assembly. The first insert assembly includes a first sleeve member and a first midsole configured to provide enhanced cushioning and support. The first sleeve member includes a tongue and a fastening member that wraps around the tongue. The second insert assembly includes a second sleeve member and a second midsole configured to enhance speed. The second sleeve member is open at a forefoot portion and at a heel portion. The outer assembly includes an aperture on a sidewall of an outer sole portion, where the midsole inserted within the outer assembly is visible through the aperture.

Abstract: An article of footwear including an upper formed of a flexible upper material and a sole formed of a flexible sole material, wherein the sole is rolled, folded, or collapsed onto itself to reduce the volume of the article of footwear. The article of footwear in a collapsed state can then be packaged in a container. This container can be dispensed by a vending machine in a convenient urban area.

Abstract: A closable drainage system for a sole of a shoe, the closable drainage system including a drain configured to communicate between sole top and bottom surfaces of the sole, the drain having opposing drain upper and lower faces; at least one drainage aperture element disposed within the drain, the drainage aperture element defining a drainage channel which communicates between the drain upper and lower faces; and a movable member overlaying the drain upper face, the movable member movable over the drain upper face to provide open and closed conditions of the drainage channel; whereby in the open condition, the movable member disposes to allow passage through the drainage channel and correspondingly, between the sole top and bottom surfaces; and whereby in the closed condition, the movable member disposes to preclude passage through the drainage channel and correspondingly, between the sole top and bottom surfaces.

Abstract: A sole member for an article of footwear includes a composite sole structure and a reinforcing member. The sole structure may comprise two layers of woven composite material. The two layers have substantially similar woven patterns. The sole structure includes bulging portions with centrally recessed portions. The reinforcing member fits into channels associated with the bulging portions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shoe sole including a first base component, at least one second top component connected to the first base component, as well as at least one third intermediate component, interposed between the first base component and the second top component.

Abstract: An article of footwear that offers an easy opening upper to allow the footwear to be easily placed on or off a wearer's foot is disclosed. The upper includes a flap that is positionable between open and closed positions. The entire foot receiving portion of the footwear is exposed with the flap portion in the open position. The wearer placed his or her foot within the foot receiving portion, without obstruction, and then moves the flap portion in the closed position, preferably with a slide fastener, thereby securing the wearer's foot within the article of footwear.

Abstract: A footwear securing device is provided. The device includes a front strap, a mid strap, a rear strap, an ankle strap, a connector strap, and a base plate; the base plate configured to attach to a sole of a shoe and comprising a front portion, a mid portion, and a rear portion, the front portion comprising a front slot, the mid portion comprising a mid slot, and the rear portion comprising a rear slot; and the front strap configured to enter the front slot, the mid strap configured to enter the mid slot, and the rear strap configured to enter the rear slot.

Abstract: The shoe according to the invention has a closure system which provides at least a first and a second tightening element portion, which tightening element portions are fixed in a lateral region of a front shoe region and cross over the instep, wherein one of the two tightening element portions, or a tightening element coupled therewith, is guided around a heel region of the shoe from one side of the shoe to the other and is coupled with the other tightening element portion via a closure mechanism. The tightening element portion guided around the heel region of the shoe from one side of the shoe to the other, or the corresponding tightening element, is guided from one side of the shoe to the other beneath the heel of a user by means of guide means.

Abstract: A method for shaping shoe spikes is disclosed herein, wherein the distribution of the spikes is divided into five areas, including an inside stepping out area, a thumb ball stepping area, a base area, a feedback area and an outside landing area. The spike of the outside landing area has a height less than that of a spike of the base area so that the stress resulted from foot running can be guided to the thumb ball stepping area from the outside landing area. Furthermore, the spikes of the thumb ball stepping area are shaped to be on the same tread surface and contacted with the ground at the same time so that the stress while foot running can be undertaken by the thumb ball stepping area to guide the sufficient explosive force to the inside stepping out area and further output from the inside stepping out area.

Abstract: A belt with a ratcheting buckle for use in utility and climbing belts. The ratcheting buckle, a type of thread fastener, is attached to a first belt that may or may not be attached to a second belt. The first or second belt may be webbed or rope like and may be made of leather, nylon, or any other fabric that is flexible and durable. The ratchet buckle may be made of a polymer, metal, or any other material that is strong and durable while the belt itself may be made of a neoprene or padded material.

Abstract: A thin garment closure includes a male member with a bar having a ball on at least one end and a female member having a trough shaped complementary to the bar. The bar is positionable in the trough when the male and female members in a substantially transverse orientation, and when one member is rotated so that both members are substantially coplanar the closure is closed. The male and female members each have a flat surface which contacts the flat surface of the mating member when the closure is closed, enabling a thin and narrow closure. In an embodiment, the trough has sidewalls which guide the bar into position in the trough for improved manipulation of the closure. In another embodiment, a detent resists decoupling of the closure while allowing coupling over a range of insertion angles.

Abstract: These fastener elements have: an element main body portion having a coupling head portion; and first and second projections that project in a tape surface/rear-surface direction from the element main body portion. The first and second projections have a top surface, peripheral side surfaces standing upright from the element main body portion, and at least one sloped surface between the top surface and the peripheral side surfaces that has a different angle of inclination from the top surface and the peripheral side surfaces. As a result, the fastener elements appear long and narrow in the element length direction and have an external appearance close to that of a metal element. Furthermore, a stop claw portion is less likely to catch on the fastener elements when starting the sliding operation of a slider.

Abstract: A child resistant zipper closure for a bag includes a slider having a flexible tab with a torpedo. To open a zipper closure, the tab must be held in a downward position to engage the torpedo between male and female tracks and result in separation of interlocked complementary profiles, while the slider is moved along the zipper closure.