Abstract: A waterproof zipper is provided with two halves, each including a half tape member and a row of protruding teeth along an inner edge of the half tape member; and a waterproof layer is secured to an inner surface of the halves. A process of manufacturing the waterproof zipper is also provided.

Abstract: An umbrella handle or umbrella tail having ultraviolet intensity sensing function includes an umbrella handle or an umbrella tail, the interior of the umbrella handle or the umbrella tail is installed with a printed circuit board and a power module supplying electric power to the printed circuit board, the printed circuit board is installed with a ultraviolet sensor, a data processing unit for processing signals sensed by the ultraviolet sensor and a wireless transmission module, the ultraviolet sensor is electrically connected to an input end of the data processing unit, and an output end of the data processing unit is electrically connected to the wireless transmission module. Accordingly, the present invention is provided with advantages of simple in structure, convenient in operation and capable of sensing the ultraviolet intensity.

Abstract: A threaded driving structure for an automatic umbrella contains: a first stick section and a second stick section fitted on and sliding relative to the first stick section. The first stick section includes a first fixing sleeve disposed on a top end thereof, and first fixing sleeve has a first orifice defined thereon. The second stick section includes a second fixing sleeve mounted on a top end thereof The first stick section also includes a first support member with inner threads, and the second stick section includes a screw rod with outer threads, wherein an upper end of the screw rod is connected with the second fixing sleeve, and a lower end of the screw rod is screwed with the inner threads of the first support member via the first orifice, a lower end of the first support member is joined with a power apparatus.

Abstract: A multifunctional suit cover structure contains: a body. The body includes a rear side plate and two front side plates. The rear side plate has an extending part and two grips, the two front side plates are symmetrically connected with the rear side plate, and a first toothed section is arranged around a connection portion of the two front side plates. Each front side plate has at least one first pocket, and a first zipper is pulled along the first toothed section to control a connection and a removal of the two front side plates, two second toothed sections are arranged on two outer sides of the body. Two peripheral pieces are coupled with the body, a third toothed section is formed on an outer side of each peripheral piece, and a second zipper is pulled to control a connection of each second toothed section and the third toothed section.

Abstract: This invention is a Revolutionary protective Cuffed Jewelry Sleeve and Jewelry Display Board set for storing and protecting each individual pieces of jewelry stored within group storage of multiple items. Revolutionizing existing group storage solutions and adaptable to new and creative storage containers and hanging mechanism with effective protection and permanent organization of multiple pieces of jewelry stored together including eliminating damaging tangling, bunching and/or folding from use of under-sized jewelry boxes and drop-in bags and pouches commonly used for single-piece jewelry storage.

Abstract: A backpack cover device protects a backpack from contaminants, dirt, and debris during use. The device includes a sleeve having a closed bottom end and a peripheral wall extending from the closed bottom end defining an interior space. The peripheral wall defines an opening into the interior space. Each of a pair of spaced parallel slots extends through a back section of the peripheral wall for receiving a respective strap of a backpack therethrough. A pocket is coupled to an exterior surface of the peripheral wall. A flap is coupled to and extends from the peripheral wall. The flap is positionable to extend over and cover the opening into the interior space. A closure is coupled to the sleeve. The closure secures the flap to the peripheral wall in a closed position extending over the opening into the interior space.

Abstract: A hair iron has at least one heat transfer element that includes a substrate and a coating deposited on the substrate, the coating having a composition with at least 50 percent by mass of titanium and zirconium, a heating element, and an insulated grip region.

Abstract: A wavy-shaped electric straight comb, which includes a comb part and a handle. The comb part has a first comb and a second comb, and the first comb has a plurality of first comb teeth, and the second comb has a plurality of second comb teeth, a plurality of through holes, each formed between two adjacent second comb teeth, which the plurality of first comb teeth of the first comb respectively drills through the plurality of through holes of the second comb, and each first comb teeth is disposed between two corresponding adjacent comb teeth, for assembling the first comb and the second comb together, and each of the first comb teeth and the second comb teeth defines a wavy-shaped cross-section, and two adjacent first and second comb teeth keep an interval from 0.25 mm to 1.5 mm and define a wavy-shaped hair accommodating space.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to hair retention and securing devices that provide novel and efficient inconspicuous hair pins or clips that enable a user to retain his or her hair in a particular position while limiting the hair clip's exposure to the viewing public. The hair retention and securing device comprises a first leg pivotally connected to a second leg via a flexible member. The first and second legs are adapted to slide easily into hair and firmly hold the hair in place without crimping, creasing or causing damage the hair. The second leg is curved/contoured to fit comfortably against the scalp of the user.

Abstract: A quick-tying device, preferably, combines objects that are to be tied together, especially, combines hair to form braids, ponytails or the like. The quick-tying device includes a flexible tightening device which can be shaped into a loop, and a stop element which is adjustable along the free ends of the tightening device. The tightening device is shaped into two loops, both of which equally embrace the material to be tied together; and a single stop element has a plurality of openings for threading the tightening device therethrough.

Abstract: Provided is a steam appliance intended to style hair, including: —a base having a fluid reservoir including means for demineralizing the fluid that are arranged upstream of said reservoir, —an intermediate chamber for raw fluid, said intermediate chamber being arranged upstream of said demineralizing means, —a cover intended to close said intermediate chamber, —a portable unit for styling the hair, said unit being remote from the base and having means for outputting steam in the direction of the hair, —a line including at least one duct intended to put the base and the portable unit into fluid communication, —means for vaporizing the fluid and means for outputting steam in the direction of the hair. Said intermediate chamber includes in its interior a splitter intended to increase the flow cross section of the fluid through the inlet of the demineralizing means.

Abstract: The hair coloring appliance includes a flexible cap which is adapted and sized to fit against the head of the user, covering the user's hair. The cap includes a sealing band which seals the edge of the cap to the user's head. A vacuum pump assembly is connected to the cap as well as a color infusion assembly. A control system controls the vacuum assembly to create a vacuum in the cap volume and to permit infusion of color material when the desired vacuum has been created.

Abstract: A personal grooming device a body defining a grasping surface defining an outer portion and an inner portion, as well as groups of members extending directly from the inner portion at varying depth so that the members are capable of playing a musical note or notes.

Abstract: A hair comb body physically associated with hair comb teeth having an electronic-based level that determines the angle of orientation of the associated hair comb teeth and a plurality of lights—visible from at least the front or back face of the body—that indicate the angle of orientation of the associated comb teeth as measured by the electronic-based level, wherein the electronic-based level can be selectively locked to a desired angle, such that the level selectively provides a human-perceivable indication (e.g. audible and/or visual) when the comb teeth are oriented at the desired angle, thus, simplifying the provision of a consistent haircut. A method of cutting hair using the hair comb body is also disclosed.

Abstract: A cartridge assembly for modifying a surface. The cartridge assembly has a body and a base, the body defines a reservoir having a standpipe. The reservoir contains a treatment composition pressure element. Between the treatment composition pressure element and the standpipe is the head space, and within the head space there is a treatment composition dispersing device. The cartridge assembly can be used in a device for analyzing and treating tonal imperfections on human skin. The device, or apparatus has an applicator comprising a head and one or more nozzles, preferably the nozzles are arranged in an array and are associated with the cartridge assembly for dispensing a treatment composition therefrom.

Abstract: A liquid cosmetics case includes a body filled with a liquid content and having one end in which a valve insertion part communicating with a discharge hole is defined, a valve unit installed to be inserted into the insertion part, the valve unit opening and closing the discharge hole, a solder unit coupled to one end of the body to support the valve unit and in which a hollow discharge tube is provided, and a valve actuator unit rotatably coupled to the solder unit, the valve actuator being rotated to elevate a nozzle of the valve unit, thereby opening and closing the discharge hole, wherein, when the valve actuator is rotated to allow the valve nozzle to descend, the discharge hole is opened to discharge the content, and when the valve actuator is rotated to allow the valve nozzle to ascend, the discharge hole is closed to block the discharge of the content.

Abstract: A cosmetic pencil includes a tubular body (10); a screw bushing (20) which is inserted and fixed to the body, and is formed with a threaded passageway (21) therein; a lead holder (30) which is threadingly engaged with the screw bushing (20) by a threaded portion (31), and is formed with a lead assembling socket (32) to receive a lead (2) at a front portion; and a rotator (40) fitted for rotation into a rear portion of the body, wherein the lead holder (30) is formed with a polygonal insertion opening (35) at a rear portion thereof in a longitudinal direction, and a front portion of the rotator (40) is formed with a polygonal insertion rod (45) inserted in the insertion opening (35) so that the lead holder (30) turns together with the rotator (40), and the lead (2) is extended from the body (10) while being turned in a spiral direction, preventing release of the lead from the lead holder.

Abstract: A pinout (1) made of engineering polymer (P). The pinout body is made up of beveled sections (2) alternated with vertices (3), which enable greater contact and mechanical interference with the walls of the cavities (4) of the base (5) and lid (6) of the makeup case (7) in which the vertices are inserted. The arrangement allows smooth, controlled articulation with predetermined stopping points.

Abstract: A device for analyzing and treating tonal imperfections on human skin. The device, or apparatus has an applicator comprising a head and one or more nozzles, preferably the nozzles are arranged in an array. The apparatus further has a reservoir comprising a skin treatment composition, a sensor, and a CPU. The sensor takes an image of at least 10 ?m2 of skin. The CPU analyzes the image to calculate a localized L value of individual pixels or group of pixels. The CPU then compares the local L value to a background L value to identify one or more skin deviations, and wherein the sensor is in wireless communication with the CPU, and wherein the CPU is adjacent the sensor or is remotely located. Further, the sensor may be enclosed within an apparatus handle and the CPU is either within the handle or external to the handle. In another embodiment of this invention, there are two or more CPUs and the sensor can be in wireless communication with none, one or more than one CPU.

Abstract: An applicator (10) for cosmetic product, in particular for mascara, having a core (12) extending in a main direction of longitudinal extension, referred to as an axis of extension (X), and protrusions (30) projecting from the core (12) in directions that are substantially radial to the axis of extension (X). The protrusions (30) are moulded to the core (12). The free ends of the protrusions (30) form at least two envelopes (E1, E2) overlapping along the axis of extension (X), a first helical envelope (E1) formed by a first plurality of protrusions (31) and a second helical envelope (E2) formed by a second plurality of protrusions (32). The second envelope (E2) from the axis of extension (X), a radial extension that is smaller than the radial extension of the first envelope (E1).

Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator (2) for applying a cosmetic or care product to the eyelashes or eyebrows, having a moulded applicator member (8) having: —a core (10) that extends along a longitudinal axis (X), —spikes (18) that are carried by the core and extend from the core, a majority of the spikes being substantially parallel to one another, the core (10) having, at least in cross section, an outwardly concave overall shape, forming a cavity (20), spikes (18) being disposed inside the cavity (20) in the core.

Abstract: Implementations of an apparatus and method for applying cosmetic eyebrows are provided. In some implementations, the eyebrow applicator may be used to apply a cosmetic eyebrow on each brow ridge of a user. In some implementations, the eyebrow applicator may comprise a left brow applicator and a right brow applicator separated by a core ply having a window therethrough. In some implementations, a cosmetic formula in the shape of an eyebrow may be deposited on each of the brow applicators. In some implementations, the right brow and the left brow applicators may be positioned on the assembled eyebrow applicator so that the side of each brow applicator having the cosmetic formula thereon is secured to the core ply and the cosmetic formula is thereby positioned within the window. In this way, the brow applicators are kept separated thereby preventing smudging and/or smearing of the cosmetic formula thereon.

Abstract: A backpack is disclosed. The backpack may include a storage portion having at least one interior space for storage, the interior space accessible through a zippered opening, and a single sash-style strap attached to the storage portion and configured to support the storage portion when worn by a user. The strap may extend over a user's shoulder, diagonally across a user's chest, and around a user's waist when worn. The backpack may also include at least one exterior pocket attached to a front surface of the strap and positioned to be easily accessible by a user wearing the backpack. The strap may also include at least one clip attached thereto, the clip configured to be securable to an article of the user's clothing to maintain the strap in place during use.

Abstract: A pack having a body defining a volume for the containment of items. The body has a height, width, and depth, and, optionally, at least one body strap coupled to the pack body. An elevator system is associated with a compartment of the pack. The elevator system includes: (i) a cradle that is movable upwardly and downwardly in the compartment and which is configured with a support portion to receive an item storable in the compartment; and (ii) a coupling system that couples the cradle to a user grasp element disposed on the pack. The pulling of the grasp element lifts the cradle from a lower position in the compartment to a raised position. The raising of the cradle is sufficient to allow a stored item that is enclosable in the compartment to protrude from the compartment.

Abstract: A utility pack is provided. The utility pack is a combination of a vest and a bag. The vest includes a body portion and shoulder straps extending from the body portion. The body portion includes a bullet-resistant material. The bag of the present invention includes an internal compartment and a closable opening leading into the internal compartment. A connector releasably attaches the bag to the body portion of the vest.

Abstract: A portable bag includes an outer main body and an inner bag that can hold dry or wet contents. An inner bag adjustment mechanism adjusts the vertical, lateral and forward-rearward positions of the inner bag with respect to the outer main body such that the inner bag may be positioned anywhere within the main body. Releasable securing mechanisms and biasing mechanisms help fix the inner bag at the desired vertical and lateral position.

Abstract: A back carrier frame includes a base. The base includes a body and a retaining device. The body includes a plurality of first pivotal portions. The retaining device is mounted to the body. A fixing seat includes an annular groove and a fixing portion. The retaining device is engaged in the annular groove to retain the fixing seat in place. The fixing portion extends out of the body. A support device includes at least three main supports. Each of the at least three main supports includes a second pivotal portion and a connection portion. The second pivotal portion of each of the at least three main supports is pivotably connected to one of the first pivotal portions. Each of two straps has two ends respectively coupled to two of the connection portions of the at least three main supports.

Abstract: An attachment kit for skateboards to facilitate carrying same when not being used has at least one and preferably two elastic cords adapted to be affixed to a bottom surface of the skateboard and extending longitudinally. The cords each carry a pad adapted to engage a shoulder area of a person when the straps are positioned over the shoulders such that the skateboard rests upon the person's back.

Abstract: A tool pouch connector for connecting a tool pouch to a safety harness having a waist pad assembly with a belt loop and a waist belt comprises a bar portion interconnecting a first end and a second end. At least one of the first end and the second end is movable relative to another of the first end and the second end to move between an open position and a closed position. The bar portion is configured and arranged to engage the tool pouch, and at least one of the first end and the second end forming a receiver opening configured and arranged to engage the waist pad assembly.

Abstract: A rotary mounting stand for removably holding a decoy, camera or there selected device upright on the ground. The stand includes an upright rod with a helical coil or flights forming an auger having a point at the lower distal end to be fixedly and removably screwed into the ground to support the stand in an upright position. The top end of the rod forming the stand shape cap configured, sized and shaped to correspond to the mounting base of a selected device to be supported on the stand. Just above the helical coil at least two outward extending legs extend normal to or perpendicular to the vertical rod forming a base when the auger portion is screwed into the ground. The distal end of each of the legs are bent or angled to extend upward perpendicular from the ground a selected distance forming handles for the purpose of rotating the auger into the ground. The auger is intended to be cranked until the at least two outward extending legs come to bear against the ground for increased lateral support.

Abstract: An adjustable sheath for carrying an article includes a main body having a front surface, a rear surface opposite the front surface, and a peripheral edge, a receptacle configured to receive an article, wherein the receptacle is coupled to the front surface and the receptacle includes an outer surface, and a strap configured to retain the article within the receptacle, the strap including a first end portion removably coupled to the rear surface of the main body and a second end portion removably coupled to the outer surface of the receptacle. The top strap passes over the peripheral edge of the main body when coupled to the rear surface main body and the outer surface of the receptacle.

Abstract: A clip attaches an item, including a weight bearing item, to a strap worn by a person. The clip includes a body and a closure mechanism. The body has bottom and top portions connected by a hinge movable between a closed position, to capture the strap between, and an open position. At least one of the top and bottom surfaces has strap-engaging, non-slip structure to securely engage the strap captured therebetween. The closure mechanism includes closure structure at closure ends of the top and bottom portions and a stabilizer preventing relative movement of the closure ends generally parallel to the hinge axis when the clip is in the closed position. The clip can include a fastener supported by the body, the fastener being configured for attachment of the item to the clip.

Abstract: Media cord managing zipper systems in accordance with the present invention may comprise a zipper slider and a pull tab. Prongs may extend from the pull tab on opposing sides of a longitudinal axis of the pull tab. The prongs may be shaped to hold portions of a media cord in a cavity of the pull tab. The media cord managing zipper system may be incorporated into articles of clothing, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Abstract: There is provided a decorating painting brush head comprising a ferrule and a filament cluster. The ferrule comprises a brush handle receiving end and a filament cluster emerging end. The filament cluster comprises a retained end and a free end. The retained end of the cluster is retained in the ferrule by a setting block. The filament cluster includes a filament-only region at the emerging end of the ferrule, and the emerging end of the ferrule comprises a constriction for shaping the filament cluster towards the free end.

Abstract: A toothbrush having a head extending along a longitudinal axis. The toothbrush has a handle extending along the longitudinal axis. The toothbrush has a first set of bristle tufts arranged along a first row, all bristle tufts of the first set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented at a first angle leftward of a vertical position. The toothbrush has a second set of bristle tufts arranged along a second row, all bristle tufts of the second set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented in the vertical position. The toothbrush has a third set of bristle tufts arranged along a third row, all bristle tufts of the third set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented at a second angle rightward of the vertical position, and the second row is located between the first row and the third row.

Abstract: A cleaner assembly includes a main body having a first end with a handle portion and a second end with a removable cleaner head; a pneumatic motor contained within said main body; an actuator operatively associated with said motor; a rotational shaft operatively associated with said motor and with a rotational cleaner head support; and a cleaner head removably attached to said rotational shaft.

Abstract: An apparatus including a cover, a tooth brush device, and a flossing device. The cover may be configured to be attached or detached from the tooth brush device such that when attached, the cover covers the flossing device and prevents the flossing device from being used for flossing, and when detached, the cover allows the flossing device to be used for flossing. The flossing device may include first and/or second detachable flossing sections, which can be detached from or attached to the rest of the flossing device. The cover may have a substantially cylindrical shape, with an inner chamber in which the flossing device resides when the cover is attached to the toothbrush device. The cover may be attached to the toothbrush device, such that the cover and a portion of the apparatus which is not part of the cover, prevent air from entering the inner chamber.

Abstract: Adjustable height systems that are easy to manufacture, cost effective and simple to use. The systems use a hidden ratchet mechanism to adjust their height without introducing pinch points or other safety concerns. Moreover, because the ratchet mechanisms are hidden, they do not adversely impact the esthetics of the systems.

Abstract: A braking device for a height-adjustable item of furniture is provided, within a gas pressure spring. The braking device includes a piston, which is arranged within a cylinder and in which a first fluid passage is provided as well as a piston rod and a second fluid passage, wherein a maximum speed of the height adjustment can be controlled by regulating the fluid passage within the gas pressure spring.

Abstract: A height-adjustable desk having a desktop, at least one cabinet positioned beneath the desktop, and at least one height-adjustable column. The height-adjustable column has an upper end secured to the desktop and a lower end secured within the cabinet. The height-adjustable column is selectively raised or lowered to move the desktop up or down. The cabinet has a storage compartment, and the lower end of the column is positioned behind the storage compartment. Substantially the entire length of the height-adjustable column is housed within and concealed by the cabinet when the height-adjustable column is in the lower position. The desk also includes various cable management channels and cable tracks to entirely conceal all electrical cable running throughout the desk to power and control the height of the desk, as well as to provide electrical power or other necessary electrical cables for any electrical equipment used on the desktop.

Abstract: A desktop organization and display stand system generally providing an integrated system for desks and workstations that is convertible between a conventional working surface, and a display shelf to support a variety of objects including electronic media, such as a tablet computer, laptop computer, smart phone, electronic display, flat panel monitor, television, books, magazines, other printed materials, other suitable object and/or electronic media, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A unique apparatus and method for mounting an under-cabinet storage system which provides opposed arms having a ratchet mechanism, a sliding anchor bar, and a stationary anchor bar, and fixedly connected to one another by a central support. The under-cabinet storage system does not require tools, hardware, or fasteners to install or remove from the base of a cabinet and is hidden except for the storage compartment that is used to attach a variety of accessories including, but not limited to, cutlery or knife blocks, shelves, paper towel holders, hooks, lights, harnesses, or other structures where drilling holes and using penetrating fasteners are unwarranted, inconvenient, or ill-advised; such as cabinets in kitchens, baths, campers, boats, etc..

Abstract: A desktop storage cabinet adapted to sit on a desktop and support a privacy panel. The storage cabinet includes an integrated horizontal slide pocket along its back open at least a first end of the storage element and adapted to receive and support a privacy panel which extends from within the slide pocket outwardly beyond the pocket.

Abstract: A furniture docking system includes a dock and various dock supports, including freestanding and non-freestanding dock supports. The dock includes an upper rail having a primary channel and a pair of auxiliary channels opening upwardly from an upper surface of the upper rail, and a pair of side channels opening outwardly from opposite sides of the upper rail.

Abstract: A drawer wall element for a drawer. A marginal section of a drawer base is insertable to form a drawer side wall that adjoins the drawer base. The drawer wall element comprises a wall profile part and a base-receiving profile part. The drawer wall element comprises a support surface, present on the base-receiving profile part, for providing underside support to the drawer base. The wall profile part comprises a chamber section having an inner wall sheet section and an outer wall sheet section. A filler element is inserted into the chamber section. The filler element comprises a spring element, which in an inserted state has a defined pretension.

Abstract: A slide track assembly includes an outer track having a first unlocking face, a first stop face, and a second stop face. A middle track is slideably received in the outer track and includes a sliding groove. An inner track is slideably received in the middle track and includes a first unlocking portion, a first stop portion, and a second stop portion. A positioning block is received in the sliding groove and is slideable relative to the middle track in a vertical direction. The positioning block includes first and second stop ends. The positioning block further includes a stop face extending between the first and second stop ends and facing the first lateral wall of the sliding groove. The positioning block can be moved to lock or unlock the inner track, the middle track, and the outer track during extending and retraction of the inner track and the middle track.

Abstract: A pull and plate assembly is described that serves as a handle for a drawer or cabinet and a backing plate for attachment of the pull to the drawer or cabinet while facilitating the concealment of preexisting holes created by attachment of prior pulls to the cabinet or drawer surface as well as wear and tear damage caused by use of prior pulls when opening and closing the drawer or cabinet.

Abstract: This disclosure describes a chair having a base frame, a seat support, and a backrest support. The seat support is connected to the backrest support. The backrest support is rotatably connected to a rear part of the base frame such that a pivot axis is defined about which the backrest support is pivotable. The seat support is connected to a front part of the base frame by at least one four-joint coupling mechanism, whereby the seat support is moved on a defined movement path in the chair longitudinal direction during a pivoting movement of the backrest support.

Abstract: A new chair back assembly is disclosed with attachment mechanisms that allow the chair back components to be relatively easily assembled while maintaining a slim profile and obscuring certain of the attachment mechanisms from view. In some embodiments, the chair back assembly includes a ring that attaches fabric or upholstery to the base of chair back. The ring attaches to the base of the chair back through a system of flanges and pockets that restrict movement while maintaining ease of assembly.

Abstract: A chair includes a seat pan member, a movement support frame, and at least two movement support members operatively connected to the seat pan member and the movement support frame. The at least two movement support members are configured to support the seat pan member in a floating manner for dynamic movement with respect to the movement support frame in at least one degree of freedom in a horizontal seating plane.