Abstract: An assembly for a vapor provision device comprises includes a vapor generator for vaporizing source liquid, a liquid conduit for delivering source liquid from a reservoir to the vapor generator, and a liquid capture element in liquid transfer contact with at least a portion of the liquid conduit between the vapor generator and a part of the liquid conduit that receives liquid from the reservoir, and including an absorbent structure providing a lower capillary force than a capillary force of the liquid conduit.

Abstract: An aerosol-forming article for use in an electrically heated aerosol-generating device is provided, the aerosol-forming article including a mouthpiece, an aerosol-forming substrate, and a plurality of magnetic particles including a magnetic material having a Curie temperature of between 60 degrees Celsius and 200 degrees Celsius. An electrically heated aerosol-generating device for receiving the aerosol-forming article is also provided, the device including a heater element configured to heat the aerosol-forming article, an inductor, and a controller configured to measure an inductance of the inductor and to control a supply of electrical current to the heater element in response to the measured inductance.

Abstract: A workout garment device consisting of a dickie and a hood, the front panel of the dickie comprising a moisture absorbing material for wiping sweat from a user's face, and the hood and back panel of the dickie each comprising a moisture wicking material for wicking sweat away from the user's head and shoulders.

Abstract: A garment with a convertible collar comprising of a body having a neck opening and a garment collar secured to the neck opening of the body, the garment collar comprising of a first extension comprising of a connector, the connector comprising of two or more corresponding parts, and a second extension comprising of a connector, the connector comprising of two or more corresponding parts, wherein the connector is detachable from the garment collar.

Abstract: A crotch panel system is disclosed. The crotch panel system comprises a bottom crotch panel, a unitary top layer crotch panel defining a shaped hole in the center, and an additional crotch panel layer attached to the bottom crotch panel. The shaped hole defined in the unitary top layer crotch panel defines a perimeter. An elastic border extends around the perimeter of the shaped hole, and the elastic border is configured to stretch to facilitate insertion of an object. The additional crotch panel layer is attached to the bottom crotch panel to provide stability of the object placed within the crotch panel system.

Abstract: A suit jacket which collapses into a pocket formed from one or more interior pocket pieces, the interior pocket members stitched to an inner surface of the suit jacket. In various embodiments, the pocket is formed from bifurcated interior pocket members stitched or sewn to an interior lining of the suit.

Abstract: A cycling garment comprising a seat pad, wherein the seat pad comprises a cover and at least one shaped pads respect to a median longitudinal axis of the seat pad, wherein the seat pad is attached to the cycling garment along at least part of the perimeter of said cover, and the seat pad is also attached to the garment with a crotch attachment located in the rear portion of the seat pad.

Abstract: Embodiments of golf gloves having a cut out portion and methods to manufacture gloves having a cut out portion are generally described herein. Other embodiments of gloves may be described and claimed.

Abstract: Polymeric gloves include a donning-facilitating coating. The donning-facilitating coating facilitates a hand of a user to glide into and out of the glove while either leaving a visible residue on the hand of the user, or not leaving a visible residue on the hand of the user, when the donning-facilitating coating is contacted by the hand of the user.

Abstract: A hybrid mitten-glove with a thumb sheath, index finger sheath and a four-finger sheath, and an outer enclosing mitten, the invention being operable to keep all fingers covered, hence warm and dry, during use while providing finger dexterity to perform tasks.

Abstract: A surgical glove mold set, comprising a plurality of surgical glove mold-forms, wherein each surgical glove mold-form of the plurality of surgical glove mold-forms includes a common palm width (PW) and different finger lengths.

Abstract: A forearm guard compressive sleeve is disclosed which functions as a protective guard in athletic endeavors and as fashion apparel and as an advertising and promotional medium. The sleeve is constructed to mitigate the effects of environmental and mechanical hazards, limit the deleterious effects of an athlete's perspiration and muscle stress and imbue the user with psychological confidence in his or her athletic performance. The inventive forearm guard incorporates Near Field Communication components including one of more NFC tags which enable access via NFC-enabled mobile smart phones or computers to the Internet. A method is disclosed enabling celebrity athletes or personnel using the inventive forearm guard to transfer wireless personalized information to fans and supporters including sending virtual autographs and mementos.

Abstract: A leg wrap garment protector system including a leg wrap having a body including a first-side having a first-fastener, and a second-fastener, and a second-side. The body has a generally rectangular profile having the first-side and the second-side opposing one another and creating a continuous sheet. The first-fastener and the second-fastener are configured on the first-side and oppose one another on opposite ends of the body. The body is configured to encircle about a leg of a user in a cylindrical form. The first-fastener is secured to a garment and the second-fastener secures to the second-side when wrapped around the leg of the user. The leg wrap provides a removeable protective barrier for the garment.

Abstract: A utility belt is disclosed. The utility belt comprises a belt track, a ball bearing assembly, and an extender assembly. The belt track includes a first belt section having a first male locking mechanism and a first female locking mechanism, and a second belt section having a second male locking mechanism and a second female locking mechanism. The first male locking mechanism connects to the second female locking mechanism. The second male locking mechanism connects to the first female locking mechanism. The first belt section and the second belt section each comprises an outer sheath and an inner tube. The inner tube includes a plurality of C-shaped rings. The ball bearing assembly has a ball bearing and a joint. The ball bearing rotates about the belt track. An extender assembly is coupled to the belt track and includes at least one connector and at least one spacer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for method for determining a bra size, by uploading chest parameters to a server, analyzing the chest parameters, matching the chest parameters with data of a database, generating a bra size, and sending the bra size to the intelligent terminal, precise bra size determination is realized; and the bra size includes a band length, a bra cup size, a breast width and a breast convex height, which make it convenient for users to select well-fitted bras.

Abstract: Various helmet communication, entertainment, and safety techniques are enabled. For instance, a method comprises receiving, by a helmet user-interface system comprising a processor, an output from a sensor, determining, by the helmet user-interface system, whether the output comprises gesture information representative of a gesture, in response to the determining and based on a condition being determined to be satisfied, identifying, by the helmet user-interface system, a gesture type associated with the gesture information, and executing, by the helmet user-interface system, a function associated with the gesture type.

Abstract: A modular shroud system comprises a shroud configured to be coupled to a helmet. The modular shroud system further comprises a plate configured to be detachably coupled to the shroud, the plate configured to be detached from the shroud while the shroud is coupled to the helmet.

Abstract: Provided is a light attached to a helmet where the light does not move when a face shield of the helmet is rotated up or down.

Abstract: A garment worn by a wearer has an exterior shell and an interior shell with various impact absorbing material between the exterior shell and the interior shell. The impact absorbing material includes multiple structures, such as rods or filaments, capable of deforming when force is applied then returning to its state prior to application of the force. In various embodiments, a rate sensitive material (RSM) is positioned in one or more locations relative to the exterior shell and the interior shell of the garment to further attenuate impacts to the garment. The RSM changes its resistance to force based on a rate at which the material is loaded.

Abstract: A total contact helmet, including a body that is customizable to contact surface contours of an individual's head and is made of a rigid material. A total contact helmet insert, including a body that is customizable to contact surface contours of an individual's head and is made of a rigid material, the total contact helmet insert being insertable under an existing helmet or as an inner shell as part of an existing helmet. A method of protecting the head of a user by the user wearing the total contact helmet, and when receiving an outside impacting force to the total contact helmet, distributing the force of impact over the surface area of the total contact helmet, wherein the total contact helmet remains undeformed after receiving the force.

Abstract: Provided is a protective headgear that includes a first shell section, second shell section, third shell section, and fourth shell section. The first shell section is configured to extend about a head of the user, and include a first central portion, a first strap and a second strap that extend from the first shell section. The first central portion includes a first protective layer and a second protective layer disposed atop the first protective layer. The second shell section is configured to extend about a jaw of the user, and include a second central portion, a third strap and a fourth strap that extend from the second shell section. The third shell section is connected to the first shell section by the first strap and the third strap, and the fourth shell section is connected to the second shell section by the second strap and the fourth strap.

Abstract: A hat with an air ventilating structure contains: a hat body and at least one air mesh formed inside the hat body. The hat body includes an air mesh or multiple air meshes, and the air mesh or each of the multiple air meshes has a plurality of apertures defined thereon. Thereby, one or multiple air chambers are defined among the hat body and user's head, and air flows inside the hat, thus provide air ventilation and comfort.

Abstract: A hat includes a brim having a front portion and a back portion. The hat also includes a crown which is coupled with the back portion of the brim. The brim includes one or more intake ports placed along the back portion of the brim and the crown includes one or more exhaust ports.

Abstract: Footwear, sports equipment, weapons, gloves, vehicle controls, floor surfaces, and vehicle tires three dimensionally imprinted with friction ridge patterns derived from individuals.

Abstract: Provided herein are embodiments of a shoe component. The shoe component may include a toebox, an insole, an adhesive membrane, a thermal-resistant insert, a midsole, and an outsole. The insert may further include a footbed. The footbed may include an upper surface and a bottom surface. The insert may further include an upper laminate on the upper surface of the footbed and a lower laminate on the bottom surface of the footbed.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a shoe part includes: the first mixing step, the standing step, the second mixing step, the setting step, and the hot press forming step. The invention mainly uses the waste coffee grounds material as raw material to manufacture the shoe part. In addition to the aroma of coffee, the shoes have the functions of deodorization and dehumidification while being worn by the user, thereby achieving multiple objectives of environmentally friendly materials, low cost, strong structure and environmentally friendly after-use treatment.

Abstract: A shoelace system for an article of footwear may include an elastic shoelace having a metal tip with a rounded-rectangle cross section. Corresponding eyelets of the footwear have a similarly shaped opening. In some examples, the shoelace tip is configured to pass through the opening of the eyelet in only one orientation. In some examples, manufacturing the shoelace includes inserting the lace into a hollow tip and then stamping the tip into the desired shape.

Abstract: A rapid-entry shoe includes an actuator arm, having a pivot point, and a closure system. Movement of the actuator arm from an uncollapsed position to a collapsed position opens the closure system and movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position closes the closure system, according to various embodiments.

Abstract: A tensioning system for articles of footwear and articles of apparel is disclosed. The tensioning system includes a tensioning member that is tightened or loosened using a motorized tensioning device for winding and unwinding the tensioning member on a spool. The motorized tensioning device includes a torque transmitting system that allows for incremental tightening, incremental loosening and full loosening of the tensioning member.

Abstract: One aspect of this disclosure is a method comprising: receiving, from a camera, a video feed depicting a pair of feet and a scaling object; capturing, with the camera, images of the feet and the scaling object based on the video feed; identifying foot features in each captured image; determining camera positions for each captured image by triangulating the foot features; generating a point cloud in a three-dimensional space by positioning each foot feature in the three-dimensional space based on the camera positions; scaling the point cloud based on the scaling object; segmenting the point cloud into at least a right-foot cluster and a left-foot cluster; fitting a first three-dimensional morphable model to the right-foot cluster according to first foot parameters; and fitting a second three-dimensional morphable model to the left-foot cluster according to second foot parameters. Related systems, apparatus, and methods also are described.

Abstract: A slider for a zipper closure includes a separator plow that is positionable between interlocking tracks of the zipper closure to open the zipper closure by pivoting an opening end of the slider in a direction toward a notch to position the plow between the interlocking closures. The slider can be disengaged by pivoting the slider so that the plow is outside of the interlocking tracks.

Abstract: A zipper head assembly structure including a zipper head element and a puller is provided. The zipper head includes a zipper head body, a cap body disposed on the zipper head body, and a hook disposed inside the cap body. The cap body includes two curved surfaces opposite to each other. The hook includes a holding part, a hooking part, and a connecting element connecting the holding part and the hooking part. The connecting element includes a protruding block near the holding part. The puller includes a through opening hooked by the locking hook member. The width of the through opening is smaller than the distance between the protruding block and the adjacent curved surface.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a collar attachment comprising a disk having a first collar band loop integrally formed with the disk along a first arcuate perimeter portion of the disk and a second collar band loop integrally formed with the disk along a second arcuate perimeter portion of the disk that is opposite the first arcuate perimeter portion of the disk; a keyhole in the disk; friction attachment means formed in an underside of the disk and configured to receive at least a first tab of an attached device and to snugly hold the first tab against the underside of the disk after rotation of the attached device in the keyhole.

Abstract: A connection structure and a wearing device are provided. The connecting structure includes a connecting member, a latching member, an engaging member, and an elastic member; one of two ends of the latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member, and the other end of the latching member is provided with a latching portion; the engaging member is provided with an engaging portion corresponding to the latching portion, and the elastic member can engage the latching portion with the engaging portion. The wearing device includes the connection structure. The latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member so as to enable the latching member to be quickly separated from the engaging member, and two mechanisms could be connected and separated from each other quickly with the connection structure.

Abstract: The jewellery item comprises an elastic element, which extends along an extension direction of the item through the entire length of the item, and a plurality of ornamental elements, which are threaded one after the other on the elastic element so as to be slidable relative to the elastic element and are non-releasably connected in twos to one another. Each ornamental element comprises a hollow body having a pair of longitudinally opposite first faces, namely a right-hand face and a left-hand face, respectively, and a pair of radially opposite second faces, namely an inner face and an outer face, respectively. The right-hand face of each ornamental element has a through opening communicating with an inner cavity of the ornamental element.

Abstract: A necklace layering and detangling apparatus with an integrated clasp that allows the wearing of multiple necklaces without overlapping, tangling, or otherwise moving relative to one another, and methods using the same, are presented. The necklace layering and detangling apparatus includes a first necklace attachment member having two or more necklace clasps, each clasp configured to be attached to a first end of a necklace chain or cord, and a second necklace attachment member having two or more loops, each loop configured to be attached to the opposite end of each necklace chain or cord. The necklace attachment members are separably attached using an integrated magnetic clasp. Thus, the wearer may put multiple necklaces on simultaneously by attaching the first necklace attachment member to the second necklace attachment member behind the wearer's neck using the integrated magnetic clasp.

Abstract: A space is formed between a first wall portion and a second wall portion of a pendant bail. The first wall portion and the second wall portion are inclined such that a clearance therebetween decreases toward a lower side under a state in which the pendant is used. A chain can be engaged with use of this simple structure, that is, engaged at two points of a first recessed portion and a second recessed portion. The pendant bail is fixed to these engaging parts on the chain, and the pendant bail is restricted from moving along the chain.

Abstract: A delta-shaped umbrella apparatus for shading or shielding a user from the rain includes a hub configured for receiving a handle. The hub has a plurality of spring receptacles, and a plurality of springs, with each spring having a coiled portion, a lower anchoring portion, and an upper anchoring portion. Each spring receptacle has a spring chamber configured to hold the coiled portion, at least one anchoring hole configured for the lower anchoring portion to be inserted therethrough, and a slot. A plurality of ribs are anchored to the plurality of springs' upper anchoring portions, and each slot is configured to allow the a rib to swing through a predetermined range of motion relative to the hub. The range of motion defines an arc extending from a position substantially parallel to the handle to a position substantially perpendicular to the handle.

Abstract: An improved umbrella comprising: a shaft; a plurality of ribs spaced around the shaft arranged to be capable of extending outwardly of the shaft in a deployed condition; a canopy supportable by the ribs; and a tensioner comprising a filamentary material which extends around the perimeter of the umbrella, wherein the filamentary material is arranged to tension the perimeter of the umbrella and resist inversion of the umbrella by pulling a distal end of each rib towards the shaft when in the deployed condition.

Abstract: A card and foldable currency carrying device is described. The device is made up of a substantially rectangular wallet assembly with a plurality of panels. The panels make up a compartment for holding one or more cards, including credit cards, debit cards, ATM cards, gift cards, driver's licenses, identification cards, library cards, and business cards, as well as foldable currency. The device also contains a strap member. The strap member is slidable along the wallet assembly between a first position and a second position.

Abstract: An improved luggage system is a piece of wheeled luggage with attached framework having folding legs and a pivoting two-position handle that allows the user to pull the luggage along a floor surface when in a folded position and to rotate the luggage to a horizontal position with the luggage opening facing upward and to allow the user to adjust the luggage to a user preferred height via telescopic legs when in an unfolded position. An accessory bag is attachable to one of the interior surfaces and a lighting system illuminates the interior volume via activation of an on/off switch.

Abstract: A travel bag is provided. The travel bag comprising: a frame having at least three wheels attached thereto, each of the wheels being configured to be contact to a ground; a case being configured to have an empty space to receive objects and also being configured to be disposed on the frame; and a pivot axis being located on or above the frame, the pivot axis being defined by two contact points or a contact line connecting the case and the frame. The case disposed on the frame is allowed to pivot on the pivot axis to draw a trajectory of an arc or a circle. All of the wheels are configured to be maintained as being continuously contact to the ground, regardless of the case's pivoting around the pivot axis.

Abstract: A smart luggage system includes a piece of luggage, a pull rod, at least one sensor, two driving wheels and two driven wheels. The luggage is configured to store items for transport. The pull rod is coupled to the luggage. The at least one sensor is coupled to the luggage and configured to detect a moving object. The two driving wheels and two driven wheels are coupled to the luggage, wherein the two driving wheels are motorized to move the luggage in a given direction. The pull rod and the at least one sensor are disposed on a front surface of the luggage. The two driven wheels are disposed near the front surface of the luggage and the two driving wheels are disposed near a rear surface of the luggage. The at least one sensor is configured to guide the luggage to follow the moving object.

Abstract: A reusable totebag bracelet comprising a flexible totebag having a bottom portion and a top portion providing access to the bottom portion, a flexible outer sleeve with a closed end and an opposite open end, the flexible totebag enveloped within the flexible outer sleeve through the open end of the flexible outer sleeve and the bottom portion of the flexible totebag connected to an inner surface of the flexible outer sleeve at the closed end, and the flexible outer sleeve is configured to transition longitudinally between a first position that envelopes a majority of the flexible totebag and a second position that allows the totebag to be deployed.

Abstract: The invention includes a supplementary grip member and a handheld electronic device, made of a soft material, which is positioned on the back of the handheld electronic device in order for a user to hold the handheld electronic device. The supplementary grip member includes a connecting surface and a gripping surface that is opposite to the connecting surface. The connecting surface connects with the back surface of the handheld electronic device. The griping surface includes a curved surface for the user to hold the handheld electronic device with their hands. The supplementary grip member and the hand-held electronic device have a comfortable grip to alleviate hand fatigue when users play handheld electronic devices, such as mobile phones, tablet computers, and game machines, for a long time.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the disclosure may include devices, systems and methods for carrying hair pieces and coupling the hair pieces to an embodiment of the disclosure. According to an example embodiment of the disclosure, a hair carrying device can include a collapsible container having an internal surface and an external surface. The internal surface can include a top internal surface side, and external surface can include a top external surface side. The top internal surface side and the top external surface side can be coupled and define an opening comprising an area. The embodiment can also include at least one clamping device coupled to the internal surface.

Abstract: A modular structure of an interior assembly relates to the field suitcases. A first snap-fit groove is provided around an outer side of a middle frame, and an opening of the first snap-fit groove is provided downward. A second snap-fit groove is provided around an inner side of the middle frame, a first protrusion and a sliding member are provided in the second snap-fit groove, and an opening of the second snap-fit groove is provided upward. An upper end of a shell is snap-fitted into the first snap-fit groove to be combined with the middle frame, and the card is combined with the inner assembled structure. Subsequently, the card is inserted into the second snap-fit groove, the second protrusion fixes the card in the second snap-fit groove through the sliding member and the first protrusion, and the step-like member and the sliding member are fixed by a snap-fit connection.

Abstract: A bag strap that converts a clear, zippered, plastic bag into a purse or a clutch. The strap has a clip or a hook attached to each end. When hooks are used the hooks each pierce the bag below the zipper and a guard covers the tip of the hook. Where clips are used the bag is not pierced and the clips attach below the zipper. For the clutch style version both ends of the strap are joined by a single hook or clip.

Abstract: A razor caddy assembly may have an inner housing disposed within an outer housing; a plate may be coupled to the inner housing; a holster may be disposed onto the plate and within an opening of the inner housing. The holster may be tiltable along an axle. A user may rotate the outer housing so as to expose the holster of the inner housing, the razor rack of the inner housing, and the blade holder of the and shaving accessories that may be stored on the inner housing; the user may remove a shaving can that is disposed on the holster, a razor that is disposed on a razor rack, and a blade that is disposed on a blade rack.

Abstract: Cosmetic materials can be blended and otherwise repurposed with a cosmetic repurposing system that positions a screen above a void of a base before inserting a cosmetic material atop the screen and forcing the cosmetic material through the screen into the void to fill a container positioned in the void with cosmetic material powderized by the screen.