Abstract: This disclosure provides a shelving system comprising a first shelf member fixedly on shelf support members and a second shelf member positioned above the first shelf member and movably mounted on the shelf support members. Further, sliding means are provided for horizontally moving the second shelf member on a top surface of the shelf support members such that the second shelf member moves out of a vertically stacked alignment with respect to the first shelf member.

Abstract: A storage management system having a crossbar and pair of vertical arms which are hung by flat hooks over a door. A pair of slides can slide up and down the vertical arms and are secured using an adjustment mechanism. These slides can provide storage solutions to a side of a door, freeing up other space for additional uses. Such storage solutions may include hooks, baskets, bags, or other storage elements. The adjustment mechanism may include a spring for being pulled out and automatically springing back into a number of adjustment slots along the slides. Alternatively, the adjustment mechanism could simply be screwed into the desired slot, locking the slide in place.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, a first structure, a second structure and a disengaging member. The disengaging member is arranged at a position on the second rail to be conveniently operated by a user. When the second rail is moved relative to the first rail to an extended position, the first structure and the second structure are configured to be engaged with each other, in order to hold the second rail at the extended position. Wherein, the disengaging member is configured to disengage the first structure from the second structure.

Abstract: A panel assembly for providing an apron-front aesthetic for a sink installed in a cabinet. The panel assembly includes a mounting body configured for coupling to a cabinet and a cover panel coupled to the mounting body to provide an apron-front aesthetic for a sink coupled to the cabinet. The mounting body may include an opening and the cover panel may be located within the opening. The mounting body may be configured to couple to a portion of the cabinet where a false drawer would normally be located. The panel assembly may include a fastener configured to extend through a portion of the mounting body to engage the cover panel so as to secure the cover panel in place with respect to the mounting body. The cover panel may be generally planar and have a metallic finish or a textured surface finish.

Abstract: A writing board holder adapted for use with various writing boards and writing implements, incorporating a design attractive to children for interactive play. The writing board holder comprises at least one support post with an attached writing board, and appendages which can be used with writing and erasing implements to draw on the board and clean the board.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to quick-assembly, articulating easel that moves from a planar orientation to an extended orientation with minimal manual manipulation. The easel components are movably interconnected, both in a compressed position during storage and in an extended position after assembly. The opposing writing surfaces of the easel may be oriented in upward positions parallel to the upward-facing bottom tray when in the compressed and/or disassembled position. Based on disengaging at least a portion of the interconnected easel components, such as by raising at least a portion of the easel components in an upward direction, the opposing writing surfaces may then be shifted in orientation to provide outward-facing writing surfaces in the assembled easel position. The articulating legs may then follow an arcuate curvature in travel between the various positions.

Abstract: The present invention provides light weight, easily stowed in small spaces inflatable chairs, pads, and flotation devices all from a relatively simple combination of at least two inflatable drop stitch panels which can be held in position relative to each other by use of straps, or in other embodiments, by additional inflatable side panels which provide arms and support to hold the chair upright on the ground. Simple hinges can be used to connect the panels together in desired configurations, either as fixed deployments or as adjustable and convertible deployments, where in one deployment, the panels for a chair, and in another, a flat pad, which can be used as a float or as a ground pad for camping.

Abstract: A multifunctional chair apparatus that may be configured into the following separately definable and useful structures: (1) a flat-bed assembly; (2) a reclining lounger assembly; (3) a beach chair assembly having a first seat height; (4) a beach chair assembly having a second seat height; (5) a cart assembly; and (6) a compact folded assembly. The multifunctional chair apparatus may include a frame having a primary frame assembly and a secondary frame assembly being foldably connected by a central hinge assembly at a central portion of the frame. The primary frame assembly may be comprised of two or more smaller frames separated and rotatably connected by a primary hinge assembly. The secondary frame assembly may be comprised of two or more smaller frames separated and rotatably connected by a secondary hinge assembly. The hinge assemblies include lockable hinges that selectively lock at angles of 0°, 100°, 140°, and 180°.

Abstract: A multifunctional folding chair and wheeled cart system and kit includes a multifunctional folding chair that easily convert into a fully unfolded configuration of a flat bed, a partially folded configuration of a reclining lounger, an upright lounger, a short beach chair, and a regular chair, and a fully folded configuration. The system also includes at least one multifunctional wheeled chair that includes, in addition to the configurations of the multifunctional folding chairs, a partially folded configuration of a wheeled cart. The multifunctional wheeled chair, in the wheeled cart configuration, is configured to hold and transport the plurality of multifunctional folding chairs in the folded configuration.

Abstract: A modular sofa assembly described herein includes a plurality of seating modules each having a seat section, a backrest section, and side edge surfaces. The backrest section includes first and second portions coupled for movement between a folded configuration and an extended configuration. An armrest module has an armrest side edge surface configured for mating engagement with a side edge surface of a seating module. The modular sofa is assembled by aligning connectors of the seating modules and armrest module, with each respective connectors slidingly engaged along an axis. After bringing the modules together, these connections are secured with the side edge surfaces in abutting engagement. The modular sofa further may include a power cradle mounted at the sofa's bottom surface. The power cradle includes a cubic power outlet near the front of the sofa, and power cable extending beyond the back of the sofa.

Abstract: A cushioned knee separator for use by a person for placing between the person's legs when sleeping on one's side. The separator comprises an air-tight padding member and a securing member. The padding member comprises an envelope forming an air-tight enclosure, wherein the envelope comprises a pair of opposite surfaces; a membrane attached to the contacting faces and limiting relative movement of the contacting faces; filling material filling the enclosure; and a valve mounted to the envelope for controllably disrupting air tightness within the enclosure. The securing member is for securing the separator to one leg of the person. The separator is therefore adapted to maintain a distance between the person's legs thereby avoiding contacts between the knees when someone is sleeping in a side sleeping position.

Abstract: An adjustable foundation and process includes a mattress support surface including a head and back section hingedly connected to an intermediate section at one end and a leg and foot section hingedly connected to the intermediate section at another end, wherein the intermediate section includes a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is hingedly connected to the head and back section and the second portion is hingedly connected to the leg and foot section. The intermediate or seat section is configured to increase in length upon articulation of the head and back section 18 and/or the leg and foot section 22 from a flat position or an increase in inclination of any section. Likewise, the intermediate or seat section 20 is configured to decrease in length upon articulation of the head and back section 18 and/or the leg and foot section 22 from an inclined position to a flat position or a decrease in length upon declination of any section.

Abstract: Furniture such as a mattresses and beds containing mattresses include transducers disposed within the furniture and exposed from external surfaces of the furniture to deliver sounds or ranges of sonic frequencies in a sonic wave vibration format through the furniture to the occupant of the furniture and audible format through external speakers to an area around the furniture.

Abstract: A bed sheet is provided that includes a knitted performance fabric having a plurality of spaced apart ventilation ports. The knitted performance fabric has a gauge per square inch, grams per square meter, air permeability and material content that are pre-selected to provide the knitted performance fabric with one or more selected physical features.

Abstract: A slipcover hook includes a first closed ring and a second open ring connected to the first closed ring. The second open ring has a slot located in spaced relation to the lateral sides of the hook. In one embodiment, the intermediate slot is located equidistantly from the lateral sides (i.e., in or proximate to the center). The first and second closed ring are coplanar. The central opening is configured to permit the passage of a loop of fabric through the gap or opening so that the loop can be introduced into or removed from the second opening.

Abstract: A dual-wrap child carrying system is configured to be worn by a person for carrying a child. The system includes a dual-wrap garment and a child support configured to releasably attach to the dual-wrap garment. The dual-wrap garment includes a primary wrap, a number of stays positioned in a back segment of the primary wrap for flexible support, and a secondary wrap. The primary wrap is configured to encircle the person and secure at a front side of the person. The secondary wrap includes a stretchable textile having a higher elasticity than a material of the primary wrap and is configured to encircle the person over the primary wrap and secure at the front side of the person.

Abstract: An adjustable infant carrier which is outfitted with conversion flaps adapted to allow for selective adjustability to the effective width of the seat portion of the carrier so as to accommodate children of differing size, as well as different support positions/configurations.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of cup dispensers that can accommodate a variety of different cup sizes, cup shapes, and/or cup materials without the need for manual adjustment. In some embodiments, the cup dispenser can automatically adjust the applied pressure via fingers/blocks on one or more contact points on a cup among an inserted sleeve of cups. In some embodiments, sets of blocks can be placed at varying depths. In some embodiments, one set of blocks can hold the cup currently being dispensed while another set of blocks can hold the next cup in the sleeve in place, for example.

Abstract: A product pusher assembly includes a front rail, a base member, and a pusher. The front rail includes a first lower surface and a second lower surface spaced from the first lower surface. The base member is adjustably coupled to the front rail. The base member includes a first upper surface configured to engage the first lower surface. The pusher is coupled to the base member. The pusher includes a second upper surface configured to engage the second lower surface.

Abstract: A support assembly having a frame to support a portable article in a display position. The frame has first and second frame parts movable one relative to the other to change a dimension of a receiving space for a part of the first portable article. The frame is configured so that: a) relative movement can be effected between the first and second frame parts between: i) a first relationship wherein the receiving space has a first receiving dimension; and ii) a second relationship wherein the receiving space has a second receiving dimension that is less than the first receiving dimension; and b) the first and second frame parts upon being changed from the first relationship into the second relationship are blocked from changing from the second relationship back into the first relationship.

Abstract: The invention discloses a famous painting spotlight, which comprises a wall, a driving cavity is provided in the wall, a driving cavity is provided at the right end of the driving cavity, and a lateral chute communicating with the external space is provided in the driving cavity. The lower end wall of the lateral chute is provided with a display slot that communicates with the external space. A connection chute is connected between the display slot and the driving cavity. The motor is first turned on to drive the motor shaft to rotate and the first thread block When the second thread block is moved to the right and the lower pressing block is moved to the right, the long plate and the lock block are pushed down by the trapezoidal block, so that the lock block is released from the lock groove. This device can photograph famous paintings in the exhibition. The bright function can better perform the exhibition. At the same time, the device also has certain protection functions.

Abstract: A dispenser is disclosed for dispensing plastic bags from bag rolls. The dispenser includes a base frame and an arm pivotally connected to the base frame. A roll stop is attached to the arm to be inserted in the core of the bag roll when one is nested on the frame. The roll stop includes an internal spring which applies a braking force to the interior of the core of the bag roll to prevent the bag roll from spinning.

Abstract: A floral design mechanic includes a top shell that includes top supports and top openings defined between the top supports. A bottom shell including bottom supports and bottom openings defined between the bottom supports is attached to the top shell. A plant or a portion of a plant is held in place by the floral design mechanic by inserting the stem of the plant through a top opening and a bottom opening so that the stem is supported by a top support and a bottom support. The floral design mechanic is used without a container or may be placed at least partially within a vase.

Abstract: A dual-sided pillow with an outer case, a semi-permeable barrier, a first fill compartment, and a second fill compartment. Said first fill compartment is preferably filled with a first fill material preferably being a polyester fiber faux down and said second fill compartment filled with a second fill material preferably being a polyester memory foam. The preferred embodiment utilizes a serged stitching, along its outer perimeter. The dual-sided pillow provides pressure relief for the cervical spine. The dual-sided pillow enables a user to attain a neutrally aligned spinal position and comfort while the user sleeps on his or her back and allows a user to immediately convert his or her pillow to enable a user to alleviate medical problems by sleeping on his or her side.

Abstract: A pillow apparatus for removably attaching to a strap includes a pillow and a strap sleeve. The pillow includes a first major surface and a second major surface opposing the first major surface. A first surface area of the first major surface includes one of hook fasteners and loop fasteners disposed thereon. The strap sleeve includes a strip of material having an inner surface, an outer surface, a first end, and a second end and a removable fastener for removably fastening the first end to the second end to wrap the strip of material around a cavity for receiving a strap. The inner surface of the wrapped strip of material faces the cavity, and a second surface area of the outer surface of the strap sleeve includes the other of hook fasteners and loop fasteners disposed thereon for fastening with the hook fasteners or loop fasteners of the first major surface of the pillow. The first surface area is greater than the second surface area.

Abstract: An attachment device having a clip portion and a display element attachable to the clip portion is provided for associating a message with a bottle or other beverage container. The clip portion is generally arcuate and dimensioned to slide down and engage a neck of the beverage container. The display element provides a snap-fit mechanism for operatively associating with a boss of the clip portion. The display element provides a medium for applying a message or design thereto. Thereby a message may be associated with the bottle, the message may provide the occasion for why the bottle was gift gifted as well as displaying the contents of the bottle, all while allowing a label of the beverage to be seen.

Abstract: A roller spreading device for spreading a butter substance over a food product is provided. The device includes a basin structure and a roller member. The basin structure is sized to hold the butter substance for melting therein, the basin structure including a lower floor surface extending with an arcuate structure. The roller member includes a cylindrical outer surface with multiple recesses therein sized to capture the butter substance along the multiple recesses. The roller member, suspended within the basin structure, rotates about an axis such that the roller member rotates through the butter substance pooled along the arcuate structure.

Abstract: A drinking straw being formed as a hollow tube having two ends in fluid-communication with each other, the drinking straw comprising: an aluminum foil tubular layer, and a pulp tubular layer attached to the aluminum foil tubular layer in such a manner that one surface of the pulp tubular layer completely overlaps on one surface of the aluminum foil tubular layer.

Abstract: A light and edible straw includes a tube made of an edible material, microcapsules made of another edible material, and a protective film made of another edible material. The tube includes an internal face, an external face, an upper end face and a lower end face. The microcapsules are inserted in a wall of the tube. The protective film includes an internal portion covering the internal face of the tube, an external portion covering the external face of the tube, an upper annular portion covering the upper end face of the tube, and a lower annular portion covering the lower end face of the tube. Thus, the protective film keeps the tube from liquid.

Abstract: A package-receiving container includes: a receptacle portion; a lid portion coupled to the receptacle portion and configured to control access to a receptacle volume associated with the receptacle portion; and a tether coupled to the receptacle portion, the lid portion, or a combination thereof; wherein: the tether is configured to engage at least one of: a door and a door jamb; and the package-receiving container is configured to receive a package within the receptacle volume. The package-receiving container may further include electronics features for smart home integration.

Abstract: A parcel box includes at least one sidewall having a first compartment and a second compartment that together form a room; a separator moveably attached to the at least one sidewall between the first compartment and the second compartment for separating the room into a first chamber and a second chamber; and a first door and a second door pivotally attached to the at least one sidewall and corresponding to the first chamber and the second chamber, respectively, wherein the first chamber and the second chamber are configured to receive two articles through the first door and the second door, respectively, and the separator is configured to moveably adjust the volume of the first chamber and the volume of the second chamber based on the weights and/or the sizes of the two articles.

Abstract: According to one example, a cookware apparatus includes a vessel. The vessel includes a bottom, and a sidewall surrounding the bottom and extending upward from the bottom so as to form a fluid retaining interior region. The sidewall terminates at a rim. The vessel also includes a channel extending through a portion of the bottom and further extending upward into and through a portion of the sidewall. The channel has an opening positioned in an external surface of the sidewall. The cookware apparatus further includes a thermal sensor positioned within the channel. The thermal sensor extends through the portion of the bottom and further extends upward into and through the portion of the sidewall.

Abstract: An inner cover assembly and a lid for a cooking utensil and a cooking utensil having the same are provided. The inner cover assembly includes: an inner cover having a major axis and a minor axis orthogonal each other; and a seal ring fitted over an outer peripheral edge of the inner cover. When the seal ring is not fitted over the inner cover in a natural state, a smooth transition is provided along an extending direction of the seal ring, and a maximum inner diameter of the seal ring is less than a length of the major axis of the inner cover.

Abstract: Provided is a container for drinking fluids. The container includes an outer element having an outer base and an outer sidewall collectively defining an outer cavity. The container further includes an inner element having an inner base and an inner sidewall collectively defining an inner cavity. The inner element is coupled to the outer element and is disposed within the outer cavity. The inner element is sized in relation to the outer element such that a gap extends between the inner sidewall and the outer element, and between the inner base and the outer element. The inner sidewall being configured to define a first diameter adjacent the inner base and a second diameter spaced from the inner base that is less than the first diameter.

Abstract: Embodiments provided herein address these and other issues by providing a coffee filter support device that, when positioned placed at least partly in a coffee basket, provides a contact surface that prevents the coffee filter from collapsing inward during the brewing process. In one embodiment, the coffee filter support device has a frustoconical shape defined by a first aperture and a second aperture smaller than the first aperture.

Abstract: A machine (1) has a unit for preparing and dispensing via an outlet (36) a beverage. The machine includes: an outside housing (30) with one or more outside faces (30a,30a?,30b,30c,30d); and at least one placement member (30e) for resting onto a generally flat external support surface (5) in a configuration such that the unit is in an orientation for preparing and dispensing the beverage via the beverage outlet (36) to a beverage dispensing surface (5,37). At least one placement member (30e) is movable and has: a deployed placement position providing a stability of the unit in this orientation on the external support surface (5); and a retracted rest position within the outside housing (30) or collapsed against the outside housing (30).

Abstract: A brewing cartridge adapter includes a base, a passage wall, and an entry port. The base includes a floor. and a base wall extending from the floor and having an outer edge opposite the floor, defining an enclosed interior. The passage wall is arranged outside the wall and defines an enclosed extraction passage. The passage wall is closed at a bottom and extends to an outlet port proximal to the outer edge. The entry port is arranged between the extraction passage and the interior. The extraction passage is arranged in fluid communication with the interior through the entry port, and in fluid communication with an exterior of the base through the outlet port. At least a portion of the extraction passage is separated from the interior by the wall at the outer edge of the wall. The outlet port is arranged in a plane defined by the outer edge.

Abstract: A beverage making machine may include a cartridge holder to hold a cartridge used to form a beverage. The cartridge holder may include a lower portion arranged to receive and hold the cartridge and a movable upper portion arranged to clamp the cartridge in place. The cartridge holder may be arranged to hold upper and lower compartments of the cartridge in spaces having a different pressure, e.g., an upper compartment of the cartridge may be held under relatively high pressure, and a lower compartment may be held in a space at ambient pressure. The cartridge holder may pierce upper and/or lower compartments of the cartridge to introduce activating fluid and/or receive carbonating gas from the upper compartment, and/or to introduced pressurized air into the lower compartment to force beverage medium to exit.

Abstract: A method and system for preparing coffee includes roasting green coffee beans, thereby resulting in roasted coffee beans; grinding the roasted coffee beans, thereby resulting ground coffee; and degassing carbon dioxide from the ground coffee.

Abstract: A nozzle for dispensing steam, said nozzle comprising an outer hollow body and an inner hollow body at least partially accommodated in a first inner space defined by said outer hollow body, wherein said inner hollow body defines a second inner space delimited by a side wall extending between two opposite end portions of said inner hollow body, wherein a first end portion of said inner hollow body defines an inlet opening for introducing steam into said second inner space, wherein said inner hollow body comprises a plurality of dispensing conduits for dispensing steam from said second inner space outwards, wherein each of said dispensing conduits puts said second inner space into communication with the outside of said inner hollow body, wherein said outer hollow body comprises at least one opening which puts said first inner space into communication with the outside, wherein at least one of said inner hollow body and outer hollow body may be switched by rotation and/or translation with respect to said outer ho

Abstract: The invention pertains to the field of the beverage preparation machines having an ingredient processing module for preparing a beverage with at least one ingredient supplied with a capsule. The machine comprises a positioner arranged to hold at least one capsule out of the ingredient processing module. It further comprises a sensing arrangement adapted to detect an event related to the insertion by a user of a capsule and/or the presence of the capsule on or into the positioner. The machine is configured, upon detection of the event, to transfer the capsule to the ingredient processing module by using transfer means, and then to start the preparation of the beverage. More particularly, the invention relates to a machine providing a convenient and safe solution to fully automate the preparation of a beverage.

Abstract: A baking substrate made of a sheet-type material has, on an upper side, an embossed structure provided with an anti-adhesive coating. An underside is made to be flat at least in some sections, and at least the flat sections have a non-slip coating in at least some parts.

Abstract: Disclosed is a resistive charcoal igniter device for containing and igniting charcoal briquettes, particularly in preparation for use in a barbeque. The device has a cylindrical container with a wire base or tray in the bottom for containing the briquettes. An electrically operated resistive heating element is located within the wire base. When briquettes are placed in the container and the heating element is energized, the charcoal briquettes can be ignited after a sufficient time. The device also includes a handle affixed to the container and a heat shield placed between the handle and the container to protect a user's hand from heat generated within the container while holding the handle. The resistive heater is powered externally and may be electrically connected to a power source by an extension cord integrated into the device.

Abstract: A hood device for grill includes a hood wherein a first grease collector is attached to the hood; a telescoping tube for adjusting distance between the hood and the grill, wherein one end thereof is connected to the hood; a grease filter box connected to the other end of the telescoping tube; a filter removably received within the grease filter box in a slanted direction with respect to a gravitational direction; a secondary grease collector removably received within the grease filter box; and a spring balancer attached to an outer surface of the grease filter box.

Abstract: A method, system, apparatus, and/or device for cutting, slicing, or grating cheese. The method, system, apparatus, and/or device may include a receptacle that include a cavity to store a piece of cheese, wherein the receptacle includes an open end. The method, system, apparatus, and/or device may include a platform located within the cavity, the platform comprising a floor for the piece of cheese to sit on, where the floor includes a set of grooves. The method, system, apparatus, and/or device may include a drive system connected to the platform, the drive system being configured to extend the platform out of the open end and retract the platform within the cavity, where the drive system comprises a gear comprising a set of teeth configured to engage one or more grooves of the set of grooves of the floor.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser having a housing with a cover coupled to the housing for movement between a closed position and an open position and a lifting member coupled to the housing between the housing and the cover whereby movement of the lifting member as guided by the housing moves the cover between the open position and the closed position.

Abstract: A urine diverter may include a bowl to collect liquid waste. The urine diverter may include an aperture to direct liquid waste away from solid waste. The urine diverter may have an attachment to attach to a solid waste vessel, wall, or pole. The urine diverter may have a ventilation aperture to ventilate a composting or waterless toilet.

Abstract: A toilet seat mounting assembly that includes a hinge mount on an upper surface of a portion of a pedestal, the hinge mount having a body with a bore; an anchor underneath a lower surface of the portion; a fastener extending through the bore and operatively coupled to the anchor to clamp the portion between the hinge mount and the anchor; a hinge base having a mount supported by the upper surface, the mount having an outer wall, which defines an opening that receives the body, and a locking feature flexibly coupled to the outer wall; and a lock cap rotatably coupled to the mount and having a wall. The wall retains the locking feature into a locking engagement with the hinge mount in a locking position of the lock cap, and the mount is removable from the hinge mount in a non-locking position of the lock cap.

Abstract: A window cleaning kit for cleaning elevated windows includes a pole, which is tubular, and a pump module. The pump module comprises a reservoir that is configured to position a respective solution. A hose is selectively couplable to a lower end of the pole and the pump module and is positioned to fluidically couple the pole to the reservoir. A scrubber and a spray head are selectively couplable to an upper end of the pole. The pump module is configured to selectively pump the respective fluid positioned in the reservoir through the hose and the pole to the scrubber and the spray head. The scrubber is configured to scrub a window and the spray head is configured to spray the window.

Abstract: The invention comprises a vacuum attachment with multiple ports which easily attaches to an open top container to remove concrete/mortar dust and particulates from the air when mixing concrete/mortar with water. The vacuum attached in configured to fit securely on a variety of containers of different sizes. Further, the vacuum attachment attaches easily to any standard vacuum machine. The vacuum attachment may have lateral segments which provide spacing for two curved portions which terminate in multiple ports. The curved portions may be positioned at the top of the container with the ports facing downward into the container. When a vacuum machine is attached and activated, the vacuum attachment is able to efficiently remove dust particles from the air inside the container. Multiple vacuum attachments may also be used simultaneously by connecting a Y splitter hose to each of the vacuum machine attachment ports of the vacuum attachments.