Abstract: A heating assembly is used for an atomizer of an electronic cigarette. The heating assembly includes an adsorption member, and at least one heating element for generating heat after being electrified. The adsorption member comprises at least one surface defining at least one fixing groove therein, and the at least one heating element is disposed in the at least one fixing groove. The heating element is disposed in the fixing groove, so that an aerosol-generating substrate on the adsorption member can be more sufficiently coated on the heating element and dispersed to an outer surface of the heating element.

Abstract: A vaporizer device includes a cartridge having a reservoir that holds a vaporizable material and an atomizer chamber that includes a heating element. The heating element can heat the vaporizable material. The heating element can include two rigid portions that are spaced apart by a span that defines a capillary gap. The capillary gap can draw the vaporizable material from the reservoir to a heater region to be vaporized.

Abstract: A novel disposable cartridge for use in an electronic nicotine delivery system having an electric heater includes a reservoir containing a nicotine-containing liquid, a port in liquid communication with the reservoir, a liquid barrier disposed proximate the port to prevent undesired leakage of the nicotine-containing liquid from the reservoir, and a durable, elongate wick arranged and configured to be slideable in the port and to contact the nicotine-containing liquid in the reservoir.

Abstract: An undergarment comprising a body, a waist opening at the top of the body, a left leg opening at the bottom left of the body, a right leg opening at the bottom right of the body, a crotch portion in between the left leg opening and the right leg opening, a left gusset on a left side of the body wherein the left gusset is a triangle with a vertical length no more than half of the vertical length of the left side of the body, and a right gusset on a right side of the body wherein the right gusset is a triangle with a vertical length no more than half of the vertical length of the right side of the body.

Abstract: A post-surgery medical bra garment is described for implant based, breast constructions, and reconstructions involving mastectomies, and mammoplasty procedures constructed on symmetrical (left and right) elastic power-net fabric panels.

Abstract: A protective nursing garment including a bib member for attachment to an upper body area of a wearer. The bib member includes a body having a front layer and back layer with an internal filler therebetween. The body of the bib member includes a plurality of horizontally stitched lines throughout the body to retain the placement of the internal filler. The body includes a top portion, a middle portion and a bottom portion. The top portion is positioned over a shoulder area and extends down a backside of the upper body area to a middle back area and extends down a frontside of the upper body area to a top region of a breast area to absorb staining particles presented on the frontside and backside of the upper body area above the breast area. The middle portion includes a cut out region in the body, the cut out region is positioned around the breast area so that the middle portion of the bib member surrounds the outside breast area.

Abstract: A swimsuit for competition swimming is contemplated as being formed with a seamless, continuous external surface across the rear of the lower torso and thigh portions of the swimsuit, and with a network of tension bands disposed interior to the external surface of the swimsuit for storing energy and resisting motion. The swimsuit may optimize the swimmer's swimming motion and posture, and improve the flow of water over and off of the swimsuit during competition.

Abstract: An apron including a front panel and a rear panel each including an inner surface, an outer surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. The bottom edges are coupled together, the first side edges are coupled together, the second side edges are coupled together, and an opening is between the top edges leading into a pocket defined by the inner surfaces. A first metal ring coupled to the rear panel where the top edge and the first side edge meet. A second metal ring is coupled to the rear panel where the top edge and the second side edge meet. A first hook is releasably attached to the first metal ring. A second hook is releasably attached to the second metal ring.

Abstract: A garment for use with a medical device, the garment including a back panel having a central region, two back leg panel members projecting from the central region of the back panel, and, two arm panel members connected to the central region at a location distal to the two back leg panel members. The central region, the two leg panel members, and the two arm panel members are oriented so as to be coplanar when laid on a flat support surface. The two back leg panel members define inner edges proximate to a lower region of the central region of the back panel. The garment further includes two front panel members connected to the opposed sides of the central region defining a portion a lower crotch and each front panel member releasably connects with each back panel at a central slit that defines an access opening.

Abstract: A garment extender including: a body provided with an attachment at each side thereof, each of the attachments defining a channel and a slit leading laterally into the channel. When the attachment is operatively secured to a garment slide fastener of a garment, a gripped portion of one of the stringer tapes of the garment slide fastener is inserted in the slit and the channel receives thereinto teeth that are supported by the stringer tape adjacent the gripped portion.

Abstract: A convertible garment carry-on bag is a clothing article that most resembles an outer garment in nature, whose novel aspect is the ability to convert into a travel bag. In garment form, the article visibly bears large pockets in the front and back to store various articles. The garment also features side panels with zippers that allow a wearer to expand the garment. Handles integrated along the length of the back of the garment are retrieved from concealed pockets. When folded at approximate belt level, with handles released, the garment is now a carry-on bag.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective glove which improves protection and wearability by integrating protective members using features of thermosetting material and thermoplastic material. The protective glove comprises: a body 10 into which a back of hand, a palm and fingers of a wearer are inserted; a first protective member 20 made from thermosetting material, which is formed to protect a predetermined portion of the wearer's hand and exposed to outside and which is integrally attached to an outer surface of the body 10; and a second protective member 30 made from thermoplastic material, which is formed to protect a predetermined portion of the wearer's hand and is integrated with the first protective member 20, and which is attached to the outer surface of the body 10.

Abstract: Palm cooling gloves and similar articles are disclosed which may be worn during exercise or when exposed to warm ambient temperatures. Unlike other items related to thermal exchange, the disclosed devices provide for intermittent cooling in order to ultimately increase the overall rate and magnitude of conductive heat loss from the human body. According to an example embodiment, gloves are provided with high thermal conductivity for rapid rates of heat transfer when the palm is to be cooled, and low thermal conductivity when the palm is not to be cooled. During non-cooling periods, a cooling agent is temporarily stored within a compartment located on the back (dorsal aspect) of the glove. The compartment is comprised of materials with a low thermal conductivity so that the cooling agent retains more of its cold, which allows it to be used repeatedly when palm cooling is again needed to rid the body of excess heat.

Abstract: Attachments for gloves or fingers is provided that allows for easier removal of grass clippings from the underside of a lawnmower deck. The attachments assist wearers and protecting the hands of wearers when cleaning and digging. The attachments may be installed on a dove with fingerstalls via a sleeve that fits over the fingerstalls and a tip that extends distally from the sleeve. Each tip may include a scraper attached such that the wearer can exert leverage on the scrapers to assist with cleaning or digging.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides, in some examples, a method, a system, and a computer program for vectorizing a QR code with an image in an online store or platform, digitizing the QR code with associated image, printing the QR code with the image on a sublimation/heat transfer paper, placing the paper onto a fabric, loading a cutter machine with the fabric, cutting the fabric into a patch with design details of QR code, and placing the patch onto a garment.

Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to a woven, breathable textile. The textile comprises a first woven zone and a second woven zone, where the first and second woven zones are integrally woven such that a particular warp yarn extends through both the first woven zone and the second woven zone of the textile. The first woven zone comprises a first woven layer and a second woven layer with a space or void formed between the first and second woven layers. The second woven zone comprises a single woven layer comprising a plurality of apertures formed through the weaving process, where each aperture is located at the center of a repeating pattern of interlacings.

Abstract: Apparel belts which allow the wearer to store and hide excess belt strap behind the secured portion of the belt.

Abstract: One variation of a method for fabricating a dermal heatsink includes: fabricating a substrate defining an interior surface, an exterior surface opposite the interior surface, and an open network of pores extending between the interior surface and the exterior surface; activating surfaces of the substrate and walls of the open network of pores; applying a coating over the substrate to form a heatsink, the coating comprising a porous, hydrophilic material and defining a void network; removing an excess of the coating from the substrate to clear blockages within the open network of pores by the coating; hydrating the heatsink during a curing period; heating the heatsink during the curing period to increase porosity of the coating applied over surfaces of the substrate; and rinsing the heatsink with an acid to decarbonate the coating along walls of the open network of pores in the substrate.

Abstract: A standalone hood that can be secured to a person for convenient donning and doffing, through the use of straps and clips.

Abstract: A cap system including a brim fixedly attached to a crown, wherein one or more of a surface of the brim and the crown includes stretchable, flexible holders for one or more items, e.g., shotgun shells, rifle or handgun cartridges, bullets, etc.

Abstract: Impact-dissipating liners, helmets having an impact-dissipating liner, and methods of fabricating impact-dissipating liners are provided. The liners include a fluid impermeable enclosure having cavities with sidewalls, re-enforcing fabric sheets, and a fluid contained in the enclosure. The enclosure may have a central portion and lobes extending from the central portion, wherein the central portion and the lobes are adapted to conform to the shape of an internal surface of a helmet. The re-enforcing sheets may be made from a broad range of materials and may enhance the structural support, structural integrity, and/or durability to the liner. Aspects of the invention are particularly adapted for use as head protection, such as, helmets; however, aspects of the invention are also adaptable to provide impact-dissipation for any body or surface that would benefit from such protection.

Abstract: A foldable footwear device may include a fore sole, having a fore upper surface and a fore lower surface, and an aft sole, having an aft upper surface and an aft lower surface. A hinge may pivotally couple the fore sole to the aft sole. The hinge may be configured to enable the fore sole and the aft sole to be moved between a planar position in which the fore upper surface and the aft upper surface may be substantially parallel and continuous with each other and a folded position in which the fore lower surface and aft lower surface may be contacting each other. A fore distal fastener may be coupled to the fore sole, and an aft distal fastener may be coupled to the aft sole. The fore distal fastener may removably engage with the aft distal fastener to secure the device in the folded position.

Abstract: A sports shoe includes a shell formed of a first shell portion and of a second shell portion, distinct from each other and adapted to be assembled together. The first shell portion includes a first peripheral rim edge and the second shell portion includes a second peripheral rim edge including, respectively, a first joining rim portion and a second joining rim portion adapted to be coupled together. Specifically, the first joining rim portion includes at least a joining channel adapted to cooperate with a corresponding at least a joining projection included in the second joining rim portion. The joining channel and the corresponding joining projection are fixable to each other by means of heat welding.

Abstract: A fitness tracking system includes a shoe, a magnetometer, and a controller. The magnetometer is mounted on the shoe and is configured to generate three-axis direction data in response to movement of the shoe during a predetermined time period. The controller is operably connected to the magnetometer and is configured to generate two-axis calibrated direction data based on the three-axis direction data after the predetermined time period. The two-axis calibrated direction data corresponds to an orientation of the shoe during the predetermined time period.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fatigue-reducing safety shoe. The shoe according to the present invention is able to offer the user a high degree of protection in case of accidental events, in accordance with current regulations, together with a higher level of comfort perceived by the user due to a specific configuration of the multilayer sole capable of respecting the ergonomics of the user according to the biomechanics of the walk.

Abstract: Provided is a shoe sole having a structure in which a polyhedral hollow cell made of a synthetic resin, configured as a polyhedron, and having an empty space formed therein is bonded with other polyhedral hollow cells by a hot melt adhesive part, wherein the hot melt adhesive part is provided between the multiple polyhedral hollow cells so that no voids are formed therebetween, and a plane structure of the polyhedral hollow cells bonded with each other has a shape of a human sole.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a customized cushioning sole system. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole member. The sole member can include a column of apertures that are formed along the outer surface of the sole member.

Abstract: A sole structure includes an outsole having an outsole body defining an inner body surface and an outer body surface opposite the inner body surface. The outsole has a plurality of traction elements each extending from the outsole body away from the inner body surface. Each of the traction elements includes a base coupled to the outsole body surface. Each of the traction elements includes a tip spaced apart from the outer body surface and has a pitch defined by a vector. The pitch of each of the plurality of traction elements varies as a function of a distance from the central axis to a respective traction element.

Abstract: A customizable arch support system for use in fashionable high heeled shoes, designed to provide superior configurability and comfort for the wearer. More particularly, the system provides configurability so that it will provide superior support and comfort for the wearer, while maintaining minimal cross section profile which causes less limitations for the shoe designer.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, a component for attachment to an article includes an upper component that is made of a thermoplastic material having a first melting temperature and a flange member that is molded onto the upper component and made of a thermoplastic elastomer material having a second melting temperature that is lower than the first melting temperature of the upper component. The flange member extends laterally from a bottom end of the upper component so that a bottom surface of the flange member is flush with or positioned axially below a bottom surface of the upper component. The melting temperature of the thermoplastic elastomer material enables the flange member to be directly coupled to the article via heat welding and the like without substantially affecting the upper component.

Abstract: A shoe sizing assembly for measuring and constructing custom shoe sizes includes a panel that is positionable on a support surface for having a person's foot placed thereon. A scanner is coupled to the panel and the scanner emits a measuring signal upwardly from the panel thereby facilitating the scanner to detect the sole of person's foot. In this way the scanner measures the size of the person's foot. A heating element is coupled to the panel and the heating element heats the panel when the heating element is turned. Thus, the heating element melts an adhesive between the shoe sole and the shoe upper for bonding the shoe sole to the shoe upper.

Abstract: A combination strap connector and adjuster for connecting straps of a safety harness and for adjusting at least one of the straps comprises a base including a first connector portion, a second connector portion, and a third connector portion. The first connector portion is configured and arranged to directly connect to a first strap extending in a first direction away from the base. The second connector portion is configured and arranged to directly connect to a second strap extending in a second direction away from the base. The third connector portion is configured and arranged to directly connect to a third strap extending in a third direction away from the base. The first, second, and third directions are different directions relative to the base. An adjuster is operatively connected to at least one of the connector portions.

Abstract: A fastener having two strap ends connected by an elastomeric member is described. The elastomeric member has sufficient elasticity to allow a user to increase the distance of separation between the two strap ends by applying a tension force, while providing enough tension to return the two strap ends to close proximity when the user releases the tension force. The elastomeric member may also have an adjustable elasticity to accommodate different applications with different load forces.

Abstract: Provided is a molding apparatus used for manufacturing a molded surface fastener wherein a die wheel driving rotationally has a concentric double cylinder structure provided with an outer side cylindrical body that has provided therethrough a plurality of penetrating holes, and an inner side cylindrical body that has formed, in the outer peripheral surface thereof, a plurality of grooved portions, the grooved portions located in the inner side cylindrical body include a use grooved portion that intersects with the penetrating hole of the outer side cylindrical body and a non-use grooved portion that is covered by the inner peripheral surface of the outer side cylindrical body. By using this molding apparatus obtained is a molded surface fastener in which a plurality of types of engaging elements having different shapes in a plan view are arranged cyclically in a reference direction.

Abstract: A fastening system for a zipper is disclosed which includes locking or interlocking first and second zipper pull tabs. A first zipper pull tab comprises a first base, a hook extending from the first base, and a moveable gate coupled to the first base. A second zipper pull tab comprises a second base, a cover coupled to the second base, and a post extending between the second base and the cover. For interlocking, the moveable gate and hook are further coupled around the post to provide the interlocking configuration of the first and second zipper pull tabs. The first zipper pull tab may be utilized separately from the second zipper pull tab, such as to lock to a coupling ring or another component of a carrying bag.

Abstract: A connection structure is configured to connect a watchband comprising a watchband body to a watchcase comprising a watchcase body. The connection structure includes a latching member attached to a first end of the watchband body; and an elastic piece attached to the watchcase body and located in a locking slot of the watchcase body. When the latching member is inserted into the locking slot, the latching member is engaged with the elastic piece to thereby engage the watchband body with the watchcase body.

Abstract: A binder device including a body having a first cover and a second cover directly or indirectly pivotally coupled together and at least partially defining an inner compartment therebetween. The body further includes a binding mechanism positioned in the inner compartment, a first body securing device coupled to the body, and a second body securing device coupled to the body. The binder device includes a strap including first and second strap segments. The strap is movable between a first configuration wherein the first and second strap segments are releasably coupled together to form a continuous strap that is wearable over a shoulder of a user, and a second configuration wherein the first strap segment is releasably coupled the first body securing device and the second strap segment is releasably coupled to the second body securing device such that the first and second strap segments each at least partially defines a loop.

Abstract: A suitcase with portable fan. In some embodiments, the fan is attached to the telescoping arms of the suitcase. In some embodiments, the fan is removable from the telescoping arms of the suitcase. In some embodiments, the fan is embedded in the suitcase. In some embodiments the suitcase has retracting cupholders.

Abstract: New container dividers, related systems/container components, and containers comprising such systems along with other features are described herein and provided by this invention. In one aspect, container dividers comprising one or more dual position transformable dividers or sections are provided that allow for easy reallocation of storage capacity from one formable compartment to another, typically by application of a modest amount of force (e.g., a moderate pull). Once in a resting configuration the dividers resist structural deformation based on a combination of structural features. In some aspects containers are provided wherein a number of dividers can form two or more formable compartments. Also provided are new removable, flexible and reconfigurable multi-point dividers that can form linear, stacked, and diverse arrangements through allowing rotation approaching about 360 degrees along multiple hinges and that also or alternatively can be incorporated into containers of the invention.

Abstract: A portable hair weave drying device utilizing an external heat or vacuum source is provided. Such a device includes three basic components that are configured to provide an enclosure and internal stand for hair weave placement during such a drying operation. A base for placement of such an internal stand and an ingress port is provided as well, with the port disposed at a bottom location of the overall device for insertion of a heat source (hair dryer nozzle, for instance) or vacuum source (a wet/dry vac nozzle, again, for instance) with an adapter to ensure a snug fit therein. A dome is further provided to place over and around the internal stand and contacted with the base to fully enclose the internal stand (and thus hair weave placed thereon during utilization) and having at least one controlled vent to allow for moisture and hot air to exit during operation.

Abstract: A pan for depilatory wax, consisting of a container (2) and a handle (3) made of a material suitable for withstanding direct contact with flames, incandescent resistance and glass ceramic surfaces that reach high temperatures, as well as for the flow therethrough of electromagnetic waves of a microwave oven without absorbing energy. The container (2) and the handle (3) can be made of aluminum, ceramic, tempered glass or Pyrex®-type glass. The handle (3) is fixed, collapsible or foldable on the container (2) and is coated with a layer (4) of insulating and protective material. The container is well suited for depilatory wax.

Abstract: The present embodiments relate to a hair removal tool. The tool may include a coil that is tightly wound and engaged to a housing. In operation, a user may roll the coil across a substrate (e.g., skin) to capture hairs between the coils in the coil. As the coil rolls radially around the housing, the outer edge of the coil can expand and contract, capturing and removing hairs as the coil rolls.

Abstract: A shaving system including a dispenser having a plurality of slots, a first of which is configured to releasably receive a cartridge having at least one razor blade. An electrical circuit associated with the first slot including first and second electrically conductive elements, which are spaced apart from one another to form a gap therebetween. The electrical circuit is configured to switch between an open configuration in which the gap is unbridged and a closed configuration in which an electrically conductive material spans the gap, electrically connecting the first and second electrically conductive elements. The system is configured to detect removal of a first cartridge from the first slot based on whether the electrical circuit is in the open or the closed configuration. The system is configured to generate a signal when removal of the first cartridge is detected.

Abstract: A nail printing device includes a printing head, a memory and a processor. The printing head performs printing with respect to a nail surface. Based on a program stored in the memory, the processor determines whether a printing operation of the printing head satisfies a preset condition. If the processor determines that the printing operation of the printing head satisfies the preset condition, the processor continuously performs the printing operation. If the processor determines that the printing operation of the printing head does not satisfy the preset condition, the processor performs error handling processing which is different from the printing operation.

Abstract: A printing device including: a print head that performs printing on a printing target; a mount on which the printing target is placed; and a lift that positions a nail of a finger placed on the mount at a proper position appropriate for the printing by lifting the mount, and positions a printing medium other than the nail of the finger placed on the mount at a proper position appropriate for the printing by lifting the mount, wherein the mount includes a nail mount on which the finger or the nail is placed when the printing target is the nail of the finger and a medium mount on which the printing medium is placed when the printing target is the printing medium, and at least one of the nail mount and the medium mount is able to be attached and detached selectively according to the printing target.

Abstract: An apparatus including a vertical member; a top plate rotatably mounted to the vertical member; and a bowl connected to the top plate so that the bowl rotates with respect to the vertical member when the top plate rotates. The top plate has at least a first section which can be placed in a first state in which the first section covers the majority of an opening at the top of the bowl, and in a second state in which the first section does not cover the majority of the opening at the top of the bowl; and wherein the bowl is configured to retainer water. The apparatus typically includes a heater connected to the bowl, powered to provide heat to the bowl to heat water in the bowl. The apparatus may further include a tube surrounding the top plate except for a gap at a location adjacent the bowl.

Abstract: A backpack system is provided including an external frame, and a separate pack bag. The external frame may include at least one adjustable pole member, wherein the at least one adjustable pole member has a height that is adjustable between a daypack position and an extended position, wherein the extended position is higher than the daypack position. The pack bag can have an adjustable height so that it can be configured complementary to the height of the adjustable pole members. The backpack system may include a sling configured for extending between the frame and pack bag providing a space between the frame and pack bag for accommodating heavy or bulky cargo therebetween. The sling can be extended or retracted in order to selectively adjust the distance between the pack bag and frame.

Abstract: A convertible backpack-duffle bag having six integral side walls forming an inner storage cavity, a plurality of storage compartments located on or within the side walls, one of the integral side walls forming a base, an expandable storage compartment located at the base, the expandable storage compartment having a thermal insulation layer, and a plurality of adjustable carry straps.

Abstract: A toothbrush assembly comprises an elongated handle portion, a head portion at one end and having toothbrush bristles thereon, and an opposite end within which an indicator, comprising a timer mechanism and a light, is provided for providing the user with a predeterminedly defined timed period for brushing one's teeth. The entire assembly is made as a one-piece assembly such that various components do not become separated from each other, the assembly is fabricated from a thermoplastic material which is transparent such that inner components are visible, and the toothbrush assembly is also adapted to accommodate a three-month supply of toothpaste after the depletion of which the entire assembly can be discarded. A timer is provided for defining the predeterminedly defined timed period, and one or more lights, preferably LEDs, can be illuminated at the end of the timed period or can flash throughout the timed period and then be extinguished at the conclusion of the timed period.

Abstract: A lifting desk where one end of the bottom of a fork-type lifting frame is translationally hinged with one side portion of a base, and one end of the top of the lifting frame is translationally hinged with one side portion of a bottom surface of a desk board. The other end of the bottom of the fork-type lifting frame is hinged with the other side portion of the base via a pin, and the other end of the top of the lifting frame is hinged with the other side portion of the desk board via a pin. A driving device for controlling the rise or fall of the fork-type lifting frame is fixed on the base. The driving device is fixedly connected with a connecting rod.