Abstract: An adjustable chair frame with a back and seating surfaces that flex to conform to the shape, weight and movement of an occupant is disclosed. The chair form and proportions provide for a recumbent position that disperses the weight of the occupant more evenly, thereby reducing external and internal physiological point loading. The form also provides ergonomic articulation to minimize internal physiological stresses such as neck/back vertebral compression. Eccentric connections driven by a motor assembly allow positioning adjustment of the components of the chair. Additionally, an air pump assembly may be included to automatically adjust one or more air bladders provided on the interior of the chair frame.

Abstract: A chair comprising: a support structure including a rigid front fixing element, and an essentially L-shaped seating element, including a seat portion and a backrest portion connected to each other via an arcuate connecting portion, wherein the seat portion comprises a front fixing section fixed to said rigid front fixing element, a main seat section having a concave cross-section and a planar bending section located between said front fixing section and said main seat section and having a flat cross-section.

Abstract: An adjustable lumbar support for a chair back having a frame with a top end and a bottom end. The frame has a series of flexing zones and a series of control zones. The adjustable lumbar support for a chair back further includes a support having a first end and a second end. The first end of the support is adapted to engage the top end of the frame. The adjustable lumbar support also includes a ratchet assembly having multiple preset locking positions for moving the support solely in a vertical plane while allowing for the moving and flexing of the lower flex zone and the chair back solely in a horizontal plane; wherein the ratchet assembly is mounted only to the second end of the support and the ratchet assembly is only mounted to the bottom end of the frame. The frame is mounted to the chair back.

Abstract: An accessory holder that includes a an arcuate holding element having a mounting arm that is operatively attached to mounting foot where the mounting foot can be disposed onto a lawn or beach chair having woven strips of material under which the mounting foot can be inserted to temporarily retain the accessory holder such that the accessory holder can be used for storage of items such as drinks, jewelry, and other loose items while a person is resting upon the lawn or beach chair.

Abstract: An easily assembled bracket, adapted for being installed at an edge of a bed frame for retaining a mattress on the bed frame includes a fastener and a retainer. The fastener has two wings booth located on an imaginary plane, and a convex protruded from the imaginary plane. A passage is provided between the convex and a top surface of the bed frame. The retainer has an inserting portion detachably inserted in the passage, two stop portions extending from the inserting portion in two adverse directions respectively and abutted against an end of the convex, two extending portions extending from the two stop portions respectively, and at least one retaining portion connected with at least one of the extending portions for being abutted against a side of the mattress.

Abstract: Extendable mobility assistance devices for use with a bed are disclosed herein. The mobility assistance devices include base legs that are inserted between a mattress and a box spring and a support rail that extends upward from the base legs. The support rail has an adjustable longitudinal dimension. The support rail and base legs are configured to be reversibly arranged in a first orientation or a second orientation, for use on either side of a bed.

Abstract: A removable cover system for preventing a chair from becoming soiled by food or liquids includes a chair that has a seat and a backrest. A cover is positionable on the seat such that the cover protects the seat from becoming stained.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a children's motion device configured to oscillate a child support about a substantially upright axis of rotation. In various embodiments, the portion of the child support configured for supporting the head of a child positioned therein is configured to remain substantially aligned with the axis of rotation as the child support oscillates.

Abstract: A sling type child carrier comprises a sheet and carrying portions extending from a top end and a bottom end of the sheet, the sheet having a left border and a right border opposite the left border. The carrier comprises at least one strap for running between the legs of a child seated in the carrier and forming a loop between the strap and the left or right border of the sheet for holding a leg of the child. The strap has a bottom end attached at or near the left border or the right border, respectively, of the sheet and a top end attached to the carrying portion and/or the sheet at or near the top end of the sheet.

Abstract: A noise suppressor for use with a crib includes a frame that is configured for being detachably coupled to a frame of the crib. The frame of the noise suppressor is configured to extend across an open top of the crib. The noise suppressor includes a noise suppressor structure that is coupled to the frame of the noise suppressor. The noise suppressor structure is configured to at least substantially extend across the open top of the crib and is formed of a noise suppressing material. The noise suppressor further includes electronics disposed along one of the frame of the noise suppressor and the noise suppressor structure. The electronics include a speaker, a timer, and a first sensor for sensing sound within the crib above a predetermined threshold. In one variation, the electronics is configured to play a recording when either a predetermined amount of time has lapsed or the sound above the predetermined threshold is observed.

Abstract: A controller for trimming power used by a heated glass temperature-controlled storage device comprising a frame and a door, the door comprising a door rail and a glass pane, wherein the glass pane includes a glass heater circuit, the controller comprising a variable impedance; a first impedance; a low pass filter; a diode for alternating current (DIAC); and a triode for alternating current (TRIAC), wherein the controller is configured to adjust voltage from the AC power input to a first voltage; filter the first voltage; generate a gate current when the DIAC is on; generate a glass current when the TRIAC is on; and provide the glass current to the glass heater circuit when the TRIAC is on, wherein the variable impedance is adjusted so power used by the glass heater circuit is below a first predetermined value.

Abstract: A item-displaying apparatus and kit includes a post member having at least one opening formed in a sidewall thereof and at least one item-supporting frame. The frame includes a first branch member adapted to be inserted within the at least one opening, a second branch member having a item holder at its first portion and a linking member extending between the first branch member and the second branch member. When the first branch member is inserted into the at least one opening and a force is applied on the item holder, a second portion of the second branch member engages the sidewall of the post member.

Abstract: An apparatus for the display of orders, especially suited for use in restaurants, commercial kitchens and the like, includes a holder means for receiving and releasably retaining an order, and means upon which a plurality of said holder means can be releasably mounted for display, as well as for display, as well as for selective and controlled movement therealong. The holder mounting means may be in the form of either an elongate member or rail or a continuous loop.

Abstract: A frame for mounting artwork includes an upper set of substrates including an upper first substrate and an upper second substrate, wherein each of the upper first and second substrates include an inner surface and an outer surface. An inner surface of the upper first substrate includes one or more positively-aligned magnets in corresponding one or more cavities, and an inner surface of the upper second substrate includes one or more positively-aligned magnets in corresponding one or more cavities. The artwork is positioned between the inner surface of the upper first substrate and the inner surface of the upper second substrate during use.

Abstract: A wall-mounting brace for mirrors, artwork, and similar objects is a device that is utilized to secure an object such as a mirror to a surface such as a wall. The device features an elongated brace that is used to hold the top of the mirror to the wall while the bottom of the mirror is held in place with a fastener such as a J-channel. A plurality of fastener holes present on a mounting plate of the elongated brace is utilized to secure the elongated brace to the surface. The mirror is held in place on the surface by a retention plate and a connector plate of the elongated brace. A cover plate is utilized to selectively cover and uncover the plurality of fastener holes. The cover plate may be hingedly attached to the elongated brace or removable from the elongated brace altogether.

Abstract: A fitted sheet which will fit both a standard-size twin mattress and an XL-size twin mattress without undue wrinkling or bunching of fabric is disclosed. This fitted sheet has a top panel, a first side panel attached to the top panel, a second side panel attached to the top panel, a front panel attached to the top panel, the first side panel and the second side panel, and a rear panel attached to the top panel, the first side panel and the second side panel. An elastic strip is proved near each corner or near two corners at one end of the fitted sheet. The elastic strips are oriented lengthwise on the fitted sheet.

Abstract: A drinking vessel is provided with a cup and a cap that can be on top of the cup to form a stemless assembly and beneath the cup to form a stemmed assembly. The cap has a stem that extends upwardly in the first assembly and downwardly in the second assembly. The stem includes a footprint with a sufficient diameter to support the second assembly in an upright position. A straw hole receives a straw in the first assembly of the drinking vessel.

Abstract: The subject matter of the present application discloses a beverage sip regulating apparatus connectable to a beverage container, the beverage sip regulating apparatus, comprising: an entrance port through which beverage enters the beverage sip regulating apparatus; a beverage compartment for receiving a sip amount of beverage from the beverage container; a spout through which the beverage flows out of the beverage sip regulating apparatus; and, a regulation system for regulating one or more predetermined characteristics of the beverage stored in the beverage compartment.

Abstract: A toy baby feeder has a syringe feeding tube formed therein to hold and dispense food to a child. An integral opening formed on a first end of the toy baby feeder is provided to take in and expel the food from the a syringe feeding tube. A plunger disposed within the syringe feeding tube draws the food into the feeding tube through the integral opening and expels the food within the syringe feeding tube through the integral opening to the child. First and second ring shaped finger openings and a third ring shaped finger disposed adjacent to the opening at the second end of the toy baby feeder enable a user to move the plunger into and out of the feeding tube with one hand.

Abstract: A disposable thermal cup containing a substance for consumption or dispensing which has the look and feel of a traditional cup or mug and which can be chilled or heated by microwave.

Abstract: A beverage container for preventing or inhibiting moisture collection on a lower surface thereof the beverage container comprising a liquid receptacle portion for containing a beverage, the liquid receptacle portion having inner and external surfaces defined by at least one upstanding wall and a base; a support portion disposed below the base of the liquid receptacle portion; and a liquid collection device interposed between the liquid receptacle portion and the support portion for in-use collecting excess liquid present on the external surface of the liquid receptacle portion.

Abstract: An insulated beverage container holder with a cover for protecting the opened beverage container from contamination from splashed water, dust, or other environmental contamination. The beverage holder has a strap which allows the beverage holder to be strapped to the frame of a raft or similar structure on bikes, canoes, kayaks, hot air balloons, and other structures.

Abstract: A water bottle carrier contains: a body. The body includes a first part and a second part which are connected together to define an accommodating chamber, and the first part and the second part are removed from each other. The first part has a first cover and a first flexible pad formed on an inner wall of the first cover, and the first flexible pad has two first flexible protrusions arranged proximate to an upper end and a lower end of an inner wall thereof. The second part has a second cover and a second flexible pad formed on an inner wall of the second cover, and the second flexible pad has two second flexible protrusions arranged adjacent to an upper end and a lower end of an inner wall thereof.

Abstract: A tray, platter or carrying structure may include a substantially flat lower surface or panel, a substantially flat upper surface or panel, a first set of side walls extending between the lower surface or panel and the upper surface, and a second set of side walls extending upward from the lower surface. The first and second set of side walls may form, with the lower surface, a compartment for carrying for example drinks, food or other items. The first set of side walls may form with the upper surface an inset for a user to insert a hand to hold the tray. A grip may extend down from or be connected to the upper surface into the inset. A bar may extend from one side wall to another side wall to form an opening surrounded by the bar, two side walls, and the upper surface.

Abstract: An artificial evergreen tree is provided having a plurality of branch rings. Each branch ring includes a plurality of nests. A tree branch base is rotatably coupled to each of the plurality of nests and has a branch assembly coupled thereto. The branch ring includes bottom segment having a bottom segment electrical contact. The branch ring includes a top segment having a top segment electrical contact that is in electrical communication with the bottom segment electrical contact. The plurality of nests is positioned between the bottom segment and the top segment. The top segment of a first branch ring is configured to couple to the bottom segment of a second branch ring so that the top segment electrical contact of the first branch ring and the bottom segment electrical contact of the second branch ring are coupled in electrical communication.

Abstract: A decorative tree ornament that is positioned atop a tree and that lights up and plays music while presenting an ornamental display that is attached to a rotating platform. The rotating is driven by a motor and support by a sheath that is designed to be fitted about the top of the tree. A plurality of slits traverses through the sheath, allowing the sheath to be navigated around the branches of the tree. A microcontroller dictates the speed of the motor, audio files played from a speaker, and the brightness and color of light emitted from a light assembly of the ornamental display. The light assembly is integrated into a festive diorama that is encased in a dome enclosure; the festive diorama and the dome enclosure both being removably attached to the rotating platform. A stabilization post is further utilized to support the sheath and the rotating platform.

Abstract: A steam generating device (100) includes a heat source (103), a steam generating container (101) made of a metal having the heat source (103) cast therein, and a lid portion (102) covering an upper opening of the steam generating container (101) and forming a steam generating space (P1) together with the steam generating container (101).

Abstract: A portable coffee brewing device includes a lid pivotally connected to an upper end of the container by a hinge and button. A heating element housing and an electrical component housing is connected to a lower end of the container. A drain is positioned in a bottom wall of the container and is fluidly connected to a heating element positioned within the heating element housing. The heating element is controlled by electrical components positioned in the electrical components housing. A drip tube is fluidly connected to the heating element and the lid. A single serve coffee holding device is positioned below the lid. When the container is filled with fluid and the heating element is powered, heated fluid is forced up the drip tube through the passageway in the lid and into the coffee grounds holding device in a continuous cycle. The device is connectable to an external power source.

Abstract: A rotary tea maker includes a tea cup and a tea infuser. After the tea is brewed in a tea brewing room of the tea infuser, through rotation of the tea infuser, the tea is discharged from the tea brewing room to be stored in a tea room of the tea cup for use. The tea in the tea brewing room flows to a passage from a water outlet of the tea infuser and then enters the tea room from a through hole of the tea cup. During the process, the air in the tea room is expelled to the passage from the through hole when the tea is poured and then flows to the tea brewing room through an air hole of an air pipe of the tea infuser, so that the tea in the tea brewing room can be discharged to the tea room smoothly.

Abstract: A beverage brewing system including one or more features for improving flavor extraction from various beverage materials.

Abstract: Some embodiments provide a multi-layered exothermic microwave cooking apparatus. The apparatus includes an inner cooking plate shell having top and bottom faces. The apparatus also includes an exothermic plastic outer shell to generate heat from microwave radiation. The outer exothermic shell of the vessel has a bottom surface and at least one side wall, and the inner cooking plate shell closes the vessel to create a cooking surface, and to form an inner space between the bottom surface and the plate. The apparatus also includes a safety valve, which is installed on the side wall of the vessel, to release excess pressure from the inner space during microwave cooking.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved automatic spinner for food items which may be utilized for unattended stirring of foods during cooking using self-contained electrical power while performing in various timed modes. The automatic stirrer with spinners of the invention is capable of going in clockwise and anti-clockwise directions. The spinner attached with a bearing rod for placing in the cooking utensil. The automatic stirrer is optionally connected to the timer for timed stirring of the foods where the timer is a digital timer. The invention also provides a spinner attached with a bearing rod, a pan gripper attached therewith for placing in the cooking utensil further connected to the timer for timed stirring of the foods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an air guide member (10) for an apparatus for preparing food by circulation of hot air in a food preparation chamber, the air guide member comprising, an air deflecting structure (12), a protected region (14) for collecting residual material from the food preparation chamber. The air deflecting structure (12) has a deflection surface (18) with a deflection orientation (20) that leads away from the protected region (14). The invention also relates to an apparatus implementing this air guide member. This invention prevents or reduces generation of fumes during cooking.

Abstract: An electric grill for cooking food items comprises: a receptacle for receiving fats and breakaway solids generated during the cooking of the food; and a safety mechanism configured to prevent the grill from operating without at least one movement of the receptacle subsequent to the grill being powered on. Optionally, other safety features include, a fire suppression system, temperatures sensors, proximity sensors for detecting obstructions near the grill, weight sensors, liquid level sensors and infrared photo-interrupter sensors for detecting whether the tray has been removed from the grill, since the grill's last operation.

Abstract: A ventilated grilling device includes a plurality of grates each having interior channels defined therein, a housing positioned at a first end of each of the plurality of grates, the housing having a ventilating interior in communication with each of the interior channels, a heat-conductive ceramic plate positioned below the plurality of grates, wherein the space defined between the top surface of the ceramic plate and the grates defines a suction jacket that is in fluid communication with the ventilating interior of the housing and a heat source positioned below the ceramic plate, wherein heat from the heat source is thermally transferred through the ceramic plate and up to a cooking region positioned proximate an upper portion of the plurality of grates.

Abstract: A charcoal grill (1) includes a charcoal rack (3) arranged in a grill housing (2) and a lifting device (4) for the charcoal rack (3). First and second actuating bars (6, 9) are pivotably mounted to sides of the charcoal rack (3). First and second guide bars (7, 10) are pivotably mounted to the charcoal rack and mounted on brackets (5, 8) in the grill housing (2). The guide bars (7, 10) and the brackets (5, 8) are configured such that for attaching the charcoal rack (3), an actuating shaft (11) is initially introduced into the first bracket (5) and subsequently by axial displacement is inserted with one end into the second bracket (8). Simultaneously, the first guide bar (7) is inserted into the first bracket (5) and the second guide bar (10) is inserted into the second bracket (8).

Abstract: A grill includes a base seat and a grill mechanism. The grill mechanism is mounted to the base seat, and includes a lower grill unit, an upper grill unit pivoted to the lower grill unit, and an auxiliary heating unit disposed on one of the upper and lower grill units. The grill mechanism is operable to rotate relative to the base seat to a draining position. The auxiliary heating unit includes an auxiliary heating pan heated by heat emitted from the one of the upper and lower grill units, and an affixing member mounted to the auxiliary heating pan for holding a food disposed on the auxiliary heating pan.

Abstract: A blending appliance is provided including a motorized base, a blending container, and a blade assembly fitted into an opening of the blending container and rotatably coupled to the motorized base when the blending container is mounted on the motorized base. The blade assembly includes a lower blade element disposed on a spindle performing blending operations on ingredients at a lower end of the blending container; and an upper working element disposed on a shaft spaced apart from the lower blade element, and including an upper working portion and a lower working portion spaced apart from the upper working portion. The upper working portion acting to reduce cavitation in the lower blades element during the blending process.

Abstract: A grilling tool may include tongs having arms and a hinge that pivotally connects proximal ends of the arms to each other. The arms may be configured to be moved between a closed position wherein distal ends of the arms are in close proximity, and an open position wherein the distal ends of the arms are spaced apart from each other. In addition, a flashlight may be mounted to an interior of the tongs. The flashlight may have an electrical switch that is configured to be accessed from an exterior of the tongs and actuated between on and off positions. The flashlight may include a body with a body axis, a head at a distal end of the body, and the head has a head axis that is not co-axial with the body axis. The distal ends of the arms may be located adjacent fringes of a light beam.

Abstract: The cookware vessel has an outward extending bracket below the rim which preferably includes a channel bracket for receiving a locking key attached to the detachable handle. The detachable handle has a proximal end which is intended to receive the extending bracket of the vessel and position the key for locked engagement when rotated by a level. The distal portion of the handle is for gripping and optionally hanging the handle or a pan engaged in the handle.

Abstract: An adjustable food support includes a stabilizing member and a plurality of support members. Each support member may include two opposing intermediate sections, two opposing interfacing surfaces, and a connecting section. A longitudinal axis of each interfacing surface may be skew to a longitudinal axis of the opposing interfacing surface, defining an angle therebetween within the range from 60 degrees to 160 degrees. A first support member plane may be defined by the longitudinal axes of the opposing interfacing surfaces of a support member. The first support member plane of one support member may be positionable so as to be generally parallel to the first support member plane of another support member of the plurality of support members.

Abstract: A container holder, which is constituted from a “T”-shaped flat template having a central section (1) and two lateral sections (2 and 3). The central section (1) presents two longitudinal bending lines (4), which delimit an intermediate area (5), along which two openings (7 and 8) are made with an outline similar to that of the containers to be transported, and two end strips (6) which are equal and of less width than the intermediate area. The lateral sections (2 and 3) stand out in opposite directions from the central section (1), into facing positions and aligned with one of the openings (8) of the central section.

Abstract: Disclosed is a user support device for installation within a shower wherein, the shower comprises an enclosure with an open side for access there into. The device comprises an elongate vertical support member secured within the shower closer to the threshold thereof wherein, the vertical member extends from the shower floor, and at least one elongate horizontal support member extending between vertical member and inner surface of the of the shower. The horizontal and vertical members serve as a support for the user to hold on to while getting in or out of the shower.

Abstract: Modular suspendable organizational apparatus comprising at least one receptacle element are disclosed. In an aspect, organizational apparatus are provided that include at least one modular component that facilitates adjustment of the size of an apparatus's frame and/or adjustment, addition, and/or removal of the at least one receptacle element associated with the apparatus.

Abstract: A hanging caddy device is provided that is adapted to be supported by a towel rod or equivalent, and support products thereon. The caddy device comprises two or more vertical stringers, a lower cross member, and a shelf between the stringers. The shelf supports products and items thereon, while the lower cross member comprises a plurality of hanging hooks to support hanging items. The upper ends of the stringers include hook members, whereby the hook members secure over an existing towel rod. Along the rear surface of the vertical stringers are offset members, which extend outward and bear against the adjacent wall surface. In this way, the towel rod and the adjacent wall support the caddy device in a substantially vertical state.

Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly for global use with dispensers requiring a variety of backflow prevention devices based on regulatory standards is provided. The assembly includes a housing comprising first and second housing members and including quick connector attachments extending therefrom. The quick connector attachments are non-threaded members configured to be attached to the various measurement and types of connections found throughout the world. A cover is provided for venting purposes to reduce the backflow siphoning forces or pressure, which causes the backflow of a product chemistry. Furthermore, a backflow prevention device is configured to be fluidly coupled to the housing of the present invention to provide for one way flow and the prevention of backflow of a product chemistry into a water supply. The flow control may be selected based on the regulatory standards of the location used.

Abstract: A baffled chamber bathing device and a method of making same are provided. The baffled chamber bathing device includes a generally elongated piece of porous fabric having a length. The piece of porous fabric can be folded along its length along a first fold and a second fold to form a tri-folded structure having a width. The bathing device includes a plurality of dividers each extending laterally across the width of the tri-folded structure and which define a plurality of baffled chambers. At least one of the plurality of baffled chambers created by the tri-folded structure and the plurality of dividers includes an opening into which a soap segment is capable of being inserted and securely held within the respective baffled chambers by the tri-folded structure.

Abstract: A stool is provided that provides a raised heel squat position to a user that engages the stool. The raised heel squatting position promotes a healthy and productive experience on a toilet. The stool may be collapsible for easier storage and transportation. The stool may be adjustable to provide custom fittings to different size users. Additionally, the stool may be intelligent and may provide a customized immersive experience to a person on a toilet.

Abstract: A toilet training device may include an ornamental support device and an attachment device. The ornamental support device may be adapted to rest upon a floor with a centerline of the ornamental support device aligned with a centerline of a toilet. The ornamental support device may include a footrest adapted to extend away from both sides of a centerline of the ornamental support device. The attachment device may be secured to the ornamental support device and adapted to removably secure to a toilet bowl basin rim.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable vacuum cleaning apparatus for use on an opening in a combustion chamber. The portable vacuum cleaning apparatus includes: a shield with one or more connectors each independently configured to provide an air tight seal with an opening of a combustion chamber; a first aperture fitting protruding through the shield and connected to a first air hose with an air source and a second air hose with a nozzle; a second aperture fitting protruding through the shield and connected to a vacuum source, a third aperture fitting protruding through the shield and connected to a glove. Methods of using and systems for vacuum cleaning a combustion chamber are also provided.