Abstract: A vaporizer pod is disclosed. In various embodiments, the vaporizer pod comprises a reservoir defined by, and disposed within a housing, wherein the housing defines a central channel extending between a central channel inlet and a central channel outlet, a column disposed within the housing, an atomizer channel extending between an atomizer channel inlet and an atomizer channel outlet, and a heat conductor disposed within the column.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating system includes an aerosol-generating article (100) comprising an article housing (110) and an aerosol-forming substrate (300) disposed in the article housing. The system further includes an aerosol-generating device (200) comprising a device housing (210) that defines a receptacle (220) configured to receive the aerosol-generating article. The device further includes control electronics (250) disposed in the device housing and includes a sensor (260) operably coupled to the control electronics and configured to detect a state of the device or the article when the article is received in the receptacle. In addition, the system includes a shape-changing element (270) disposed on or in at least one of the article housing and the device housing. The shape-changing element changes shape in response to the state of the device or the article detected by the sensor to cause a sufficient change in shape of an exterior surface of the device or the article to provide tactile feedback to a user.

Abstract: Vaporization devices, systems, and methods with automated thermal profile control are disclosed. Thermal profile information for a particular vaporizable material is encoded to control the operation of the vaporizer. The thermal profile is defined by a plurality of set points specified by power/temperature setting for a specified time. The thermal profile may be configured to be applied during a single or multiple inhalations. A thermal profile recipe code containing thermal profile information associated with the vaporizer cartridge and/or vaporizable material contained therein may be used to control the thermal profile. The thermal profile information may be automatically read by or communicated to the vaporizer and used thereby to automatically control the vaporizer heating element to implement the desired thermal profile associated with the vaporization material.

Abstract: Provided is a device for generating an aerosol, the device including: a heater that generates the aerosol by heating an aerosol generating material; and a controller that variably increases an amount of power supplied to the heater to heat the aerosol generating material at a preheating temperature lower than a heating temperature for generating the aerosol.

Abstract: An assembler system for manufacturing vapor-generating articles may include a rotatable assembly drum including an outer face and a flute in the outer face. The flute is structured and arranged to hold a first section and a second section of the vapor-generating article. The system also includes a first mechanism that translates the first section relative to the second section while the first section and the second section are in the flute. The system additionally includes a second mechanism that rotates the first section relative to the second section while the first section and the second section are in the flute. The translating and the rotating connect the first section to the second section to form the vapor-generating article.

Abstract: A smoking jig using a pot-type heating method is provided. After smoking by putting tobacco leaves into the smoking jig, a user may remove tobacco leaves remaining after finishing smoking and put the tobacco leaves to an ashtray by performing an operation called “Shag-Pon.” However, in the case of a smoking jig using a pin-type heating method, a user cannot discard the tobacco leaves remaining after finishing smoking to an ashtray after smoking by putting tobacco leaves into the smoking jig. Accordingly, a notch is formed at a part of a tobacco leaf insertion tube so that pellet-shaped tobacco leaves are placed into the notch. As a result, a user may pull both a mouthpiece and the tobacco leaf insertion tube out of the smoking jig and remove the tobacco leaves remaining after finishing smoking from the notch and put the tobacco leaves to an ashtray.

Abstract: A vape device cartridge having multiple chambers each for holding a substance to be vaped. The multi-chamber being attachable to a vape device having at least a housing and battery. A vape device or cartridge may include multiple selectable heating elements. An interface may permit a user to select a desired one or more heating elements to activate such a desired substance or substances are vaped. A processor may be used to control certain features of the vape device and multi-chamber cartridge.

Abstract: A vape device cartridge having multiple chambers each for holding a substance to be vaped. The multi-chamber being attachable to a vape device having at least a housing and battery. A vape device or cartridge may include multiple selectable heating elements. An interface may permit a user to select a desired one or more heating elements to activate such a desired substance or substances are vaped. A processor may be used to control certain features of the vape device and multi-chamber cartridge.

Abstract: The string wear-supported skin guard includes a waist strap, first and second spaced thigh strings that depend from the waist strap, and one or more detachable absorbent components connected to at least one of the thigh strings. Opposing ends of each thigh string are connected to the waist strap, such that a generally U-shaped loop is defined by each thigh string. Each thigh string can include a generally C-shaped hip string. When the string wear-supported skin guard is worn by a user, the waist strap encircles the user's waist, the hip strings encircle the user's hips, and the thigh strings extend between the hip region, inner thigh area, and buttocks of the user. The one or more absorbent components overly the inner thigh of the user to provide a skin guard for the prevention and treatment of skin irritation and skin rashes in the inner thigh area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a yoga cushion-padded sock in which a cushion pad is attached through mold pressing instead of needlework so as to adjust a thickness of the cushion pad and to simultaneously attach the cushion pad to both sides or one side. Particularly, as a yoga-exclusive sock, the cushion pad is attached to a part of a frictional surface during yoga moves so as to strengthen grip with a floor and complexly provide a shock absorption function and a nonslip quality, and the cushion pad includes air holes to be smoothly ventilated.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and a structure for attaching nonslip members to both sides of a sock, in which nonslip members having a variety of patterns may be firmly attached to an inner side and an outer side of a sock, which need a nonslip member, using a mold, the nonslip member includes air holes to be smoothly ventilated, and a size of the nonslip member is adequately adjusted according to a thickness and an area of the mold.

Abstract: A massaging garment assembly includes a body suit that is wearable on a user's body to cover areas of the user's body generally associated with massage therapy. A plurality of first massage balls is each of movably embedded into the body suit to massage the user's body at common massage point. A plurality of sets of second massage balls is each movably embedded into the body suit to massage the user's body at the common massage points. A plurality of first massage rollers is each of the first massage rollers is movably embedded into the body suit to massage the user's body at the common massage points. A plurality of sets of second massage rollers is each movably embedded into the body suit to massage the user's body at the common massage points.

Abstract: A customized limb covering for an amputee is presented. The limb covering has a main body. The main body of the customized covering has a first leg, a second leg, a waist band and a fly opening. The first leg and/or the second leg being customizable in length to the length of a stump of an amputated individual and further dependent on an above the knee amputation or below the knee amputation. The first leg has a opening on the bottom that is closable and the second leg having a bottom opening where the bottom opening is closable. The stump of the amputee can have improved circulation and comfort with the ability to open and close the first or second leg.

Abstract: The pant of the present invention is specifically inspired and configured for use in the motor vehicle industry. The pant may be scratchless, meaning that the pant does not have any exposed features that are capable of scratching the finish on a motor vehicle. For example, the pant may comprise a concealed waistband closure mechanism. The pant may also comprise a scratchless security pocket, which is predisposed toward a closed position and thus does not require the use of buttons or the like. The pant may also be configured to provide enhanced mobility and comfort, allowing a wearer a range of movements without interference from his or her clothing. For example, the pant may be manufactured from a stretchable material and/or may comprise a waistband that is configured to stretch so as to provide increased mobility and comfort.

Abstract: One variation of a method for fabricating a garment includes: applying a first mask to a first side of a fabric substrate coated with a conductive material; applying a second mask—mirrored image of the first mask—to a second side of the fabric substrate opposite the first side; applying an etchant to the fabric substrate to remove conductive material outside of the first mask; arranging a conductive interface pad of a component carrier over an electrode defined by remaining conductive material on the fabric substrate, the component carrier including a flexible substrate and a rigid electrical component mounted to the flexible substrate, the conductive interface pad extending from a terminal of the rigid electrical component across a region of the flexible substrate; mechanically fastening the component carrier to the fabric substrate to form a garment insert including an electrical circuit; and incorporating the garment insert into the garment.

Abstract: A wearable vest for regulating personal body temperature. The vest is fluidly connected to tubes that recirculate water. The water passes through a computer-controlled a thermal unit that has a water block with a pair of Peltier modules that heat or cool the water block. A temperature sensor senses the wearer's core body temperature and selectively actuates the Peltier modules.

Abstract: In one example, a system includes an airbag inflating system, a control system operably coupled to the airbag inflating system, and a pair of pants and/or other lower-body garments that include one or more airbags configured to be removably coupled to the airbag inflating system. The airbag inflating system can be operated manually by the user, and/or automatically based on input from one or more sensors. The airbags may be inflated by a compressed gas, or by a flow of air from a mechanism such as a fan.

Abstract: A textile laminate includes a first side, a second side, and a plurality of spaced apart marks formed on the first side. The plurality of marks formed on the first side impart a roughened, uneven surface along the second side that corresponds with the first side, and a surface roughness of the second side varies based upon a degree of stretch applied to the textile laminate.

Abstract: An apron garment assembly includes an apron that is worn on a torso of a user, and the apron has a neck strap and a pair of waist straps. A plurality of retainers is each of the retainers is coupled to the apron and each of the retainers is manipulated to releasably engage a conductor on a pair of earphones. In this way the retainers inhibit the conductor from becoming tangled. A pouch is coupled to the apron and the pouch is collapsible into a stored position having the pouch lying against the apron. The pouch is selectively pulled away from the apron into a deployed position thereby facilitating the pouch to carry a plurality of objects. In this way the pouch enhances the user's ability to carry a plurality of objects.

Abstract: A face mask having an opening covered by a flap is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method of reducing exposure to a respiratory illness while eating or drinking.

Abstract: An accessory cuff is configured to reinforce a gown-glove interface to protect a wearer from exposure to potential pathogens or contaminants through vulnerabilities in the gown-glove interface. The accessory cuff includes a body extending from a proximal end to a distal end along a longitudinal axis. The body has a lumen extending therethrough from the proximal end to the distal end, and a wall surrounding the lumen. The accessory cuff is configured to create a fluid impervious barrier to prevent fluid from entering the lumen when the accessory cuff is sealed at the proximal end and the distal end.

Abstract: A releasable gripping glove is provided having one or more flexible artificial tendons extending through a finger section of a glove body. The flexible artificial tendon is configured to maintain a structurally articulated configuration when the finger section is articulated. Each tendon includes locking teeth that engages with a releasable locking tab extending form a locking mechanism configured to engage the locking teeth when the finger section is articulated. A release mechanism is provided to engage and disengage the locking mechanism. A thumb release rod is positioned within a thumb portion and connected to the release mechanism. The articulating of the finger section releasably locks the flexible artificial tendon in the articulated position, which is releasable through relaxing of the thumb portion.

Abstract: A pocketed neck scarf for easy wrapping and storing pocket warmers includes a scarf body having a bottom side and a top side. The scarf body comprises a base section and a pair of arms extending from the base section. One of the pair of arms is a looped arm and the other arm is a straight arm that is selectively engageable through the looped arm to secure the scarf body around a user's neck with the base section resting on her upper back. The base section has a plurality of pockets on the top side with each pocket configured to receive a pocket warmer.

Abstract: A seat pad (10) for a cycling garment designed for the male comprising a cover and two cushioning pads, each of said cushioning pads (12, 13) having a rear lobe (121, 131) and a front lobe (122, 132) and fixed to the cover by a perimeter attachment and also by an additional line of connection (124, 134) attaching the centre of the front lobe (122, 132) to the cover.

Abstract: According to one or more embodiments of the disclosure, the device and techniques introduced herein relate to an adjustable clothing cincher. In one embodiment, a garment cincher is disclosed comprising a first garment attachment fastener; a second garment attachment fastener; and a connecting strap affixed to the first garment attachment fastener at a first end of the connecting strap and affixed to the second garment attachment fastener at a second end of the connecting strap. The first garment attachment fastener may be fastened at a first location of a garment. After fastening the first garment attachment fastener, the second garment attachment fastener may be fastened at a second location of the garment such that the connecting strap provides cinching force to the garment.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a pair of false eyelashes and a pair of false eyelashes. The length of the bottom line of eyelashes is between 20 MM and 35 MM, wherein the false eyelashes include an eyelash stem and eyelash filaments; the root of the eyelash filaments are lapped and fixed on the eyelash stem. The false eyelashes and the method for manufacturing false eyelashes according to the embodiments of the present disclosure improve the defects of the thick and uneven stems of the false eyelashes, reduce the proportion of the eyelash stem, weaken the visual presence, so as to make the stems of the false eyelashes closer to the natural eyelashes.

Abstract: A SNAP CAPS article utilizes a uniquely designed hat that has the capability of an interchangeable logo, design, or prop. This hat permits users to easily change the components of the hat through the use of a connection of three separate pieces to permit the interchangeable logo, design, or prop be part of a hat. The SNAP CAPS item includes a wearable item having one or more attachment component located along an outside surface of the wearable item, and one or more attachment items having a display side and an attachment side, each of the one or more attachment items having a mating component capable of coupling with a corresponding attachment component. The one or more attachment component being coupled to the corresponding one or more mating component displays the display side of the one or more attachment items on a visible surface of the wearable item.

Abstract: A headwear device is provided for the comfortable and secure positioning of a hat on the head of an animal such as a dog. The device features a body having an interior adapted to engage the head of the animal with side portions having openings therein adapted for encircling the ears of the animal during wearing of the headwear. A position-adjustable fastener adapted for locating under the chin of the animal, is slidably engageable with both of two straps connected to opposing sides of the hat body. A slide adjuster on both of the first and second straps may be employed to cinch both straps and tighten the engagement on the head of the animal.

Abstract: A system is provided for use by athletes and their coaches during practice. The system includes an electronic system configured for inclusion in a helmet. The electronic system includes a transparent display screen coupled to the helmet, a processor coupled to the transparent display screen, a camera coupled to the processor and a first wireless transceiver coupled to the processor. The system also includes a handheld processing device. The handheld processing device includes a second wireless transceiver configured to communicate video content with the first wireless transceiver, an interactive display screen configured to display the first video and a video editing application configured to edit the first video to generate a second video including a simulated player technique superimposed in the first video. The second video is communicated from the handheld processing device to the electronic system for display to the athlete via the transparent display screen.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective device (100) for protecting a head from impact, the device 100 comprising a shell (110) substantially formed in a dome-shape and having a first outer edge (1101); an inner layer (120) substantially formed in the dome-shape disposed within the shell (110), having an second outer edge (1201) and arranged at a gap distance in a direction of in the surface normal of the shell (110), at least one connecting member (130) interconnecting the shell (110) and inner layer (120) by interconnecting the first outer edge (1101) and the second outer edge (1201), an intermediary structure (140) comprising a plurality of deformable elements (1401) arranged in a single layer, wherein each of the deformable elements (1401), in an undeformed state, is arranged in simultaneous contact with the shell (110), the inner layer (120) and at least one other deformable element of the deformable elements (1401).

Abstract: There is provided a visor assembly (1), preferably for the motorcycle helment, comprising a shield-visor (2) having a surface, an overlay-visor (6) adapted to be releasably attached to the shield-visor, the overlay-visor comprising a viewing area, an integrally formed spacer (7) extending along at least a portion of a periphery of the viewing area, and a gasket (8) upon a distal surface of the spacer; and a mechanical fastening (11) releasably attaching the overlay-visor to the surface of the shield-visor.

Abstract: A helmet can include a helmet body comprising an energy-absorbing layer and an outer shell disposed over the energy-absorbing layer. An electronic device can be integrated with the helmet body. A first electrical contact can be formed at an exterior of the outer shell and adapted to be in electrical communication with the electronic device. A helmet visor can be coupled to the helmet body with at least one visor arm, the helmet visor comprising controls integrated within the visor. A second electrical contact can be formed at an inner surface of the at least one visor arm and adapted to be in electrical communication with the controls integrated within the visor. The second electrical contact can be adapted to mateably couple with the first electrical contact such that the electronic device and the controls are adapted to be in electrical contact.

Abstract: A safety helmet fan system includes a fan housing carrying a fan and configured to be mounted on an exterior of a safety helmet shell above a brim of the safety helmet shell, and an elongate cooling air duct connected to the fan housing to direct cooling air flow from the fan housing around the brim and into an interior of the safety helmet shell. The duct can have a flexible construction that allows the duct to be selectively reshaped to accommodate different safety helmet brim configurations. The duct can have a releasable connector configured to releasably connect the duct to a brim of a safety helmet shell.

Abstract: A multiple component system is provided for mounting on a safety helmet and includes a first component housing carrying a first component, and a second component housing carrying a second component. Each housing has a first mount connector and a second mount connector located on opposing faces of the housing. The first mount connectors are configured to be compatible with the second mount connectors to provide quick release mount connections between the housings.

Abstract: A customizable shoe assembly for altering the appearance of slippers includes a slipper that can be worn on a user's foot. The slipper has a sole, an insole lying on top of the sole to have the user's foot lie thereon and a body to surround the user's foot. A cover is provided and the cover is removably positioned on the slipper for completely covering the slipper. The cover is provided in a variety of colors to alter the appearance of the slipper.

Abstract: A convertible footwear device includes a sole having opposed toe and heel ends. The footwear device includes a Y-shaped strap assembly having a first strap portion and a second strap portion that are joined together at a post strap portion proximate the toe end. A heel strap assembly including a heel strap having a first end rotatably coupled to the first end of the first strap portion of the Y-shaped strap assembly and a second end rotatably coupled to the first end of the second strap portion of the Y-shaped strap assembly, wherein the heel strap is pivotally movable between a forward configuration in which the heel strap is positioned atop the first and second strap portions a rearward configuration rearwardly displaced from the post assembly for use as a sandal heel strap.

Abstract: Improved soles for shoes, in particular for sports shoes, are described. A sole for a shoe, in particular a sports shoe, is provided, said sole having a cushioning element that includes randomly arranged particles of an expanded material and a control element. The control element is free from expanded material and reduces the shearing motions in a first region of the cushioning element compared to shearing motions in a second region of the cushioning element.

Abstract: A sole structure includes a main body formed of a first material and at least one insert formed of a second material. The main body defines first portion of a ground-engaging surface including a first channel defined by a first segment extending along a first axis and a second segment extending along a second axis transverse to the first axis. The one or more inserts are received in sockets formed in the main body. The at least one insert defines a second portion of the ground-engaging surface and has a second channel including a third segment extending along a third axis parallel to the first axis and a fourth segment extending along a fourth axis transverse to the third axis and substantially parallel to the second axis. One of the first channel and the second channel defines an interface between the main body and the insert.

Abstract: A midsole for a shoe, where the midsole is 3D printed from an elastic polymeric material, the midsole comprising: a sole facing surface, a foot facing surface, a plurality of walls that in a first position are substantially perpendicular to the sole facing surface that extend from the sole facing surface to the foot facing surface where each wall has a height, where the plurality walls define a plurality of cells having a central axis that is substantially parallel to the walls and having a radius from a wall to the central axis, where the walls in a second position are configured to elastically deform upon application of an external force so that the deformation provides a change in the radius and/or the height, and where the walls are adapted to return to their first position upon removal of the external force

Abstract: Described are soles for a shoe, in particular for a sports shoe, with a midsole. The midsole includes a first sole region, which includes particle foam. The midsole further includes a deformation region within the midsole, wherein the deformation region has a volume greater than that of a single expanded particle and is positioned so that it allows a sideward deformation of the material of the first sole region under a pressure load on the sole.

Abstract: A compressible footwear that may include a compressible sole and a compressible upper part that is mechanically coupled to the compressible sole. The compressible sole consisting essentially of multiple compressible cells that are made of a flexible material and have top openings and bottom openings. The multiple compressible cells span over at least a majority of the compressible sole and are configured to undergo a compression while substantially maintaining a thickness of the compressible sole.

Abstract: Systems and methods for supporting an object to be printed in an additive manufacturing process are disclosed. Support structures (202, 302, 402, 502, 602) are prefabricated and positioned in the build area of a 3D printing device prior to printing the 3D object. When the object has been printed, the support is removed and can be reused to print another object by repositioning the support structure in the building area of the additive manufacturing device.

Abstract: A shoe insole (28) comprises a base layer (34) and an optional top layer (36). The base layer (34) comprises functional zones (40) configured according to a user's physiological data, needs, and intended use. The insoles (28) may either partially or wholly be made using additive manufacturing techniques.

Abstract: A lightweight, breathable and high-strength upper formed from a half-gauge knit or lesser gauge knit, at least in part from alternating courses of a first monofilament and a second multifilament yarn, is described. The upper may include a skin layer. Methods of manufacture of an article of footwear including the lightweight upper are also described.

Abstract: Described are materials for a shoe upper, in particular for soccer shoes, with a particularly low weight. The material includes an inner polyurethane layer, an outer polyurethane layer, and a textile reinforcing layer. The textile reinforcing layer is arranged between the inner polyurethane layer and the outer polyurethane layer. The inner polyurethane layer and the outer polyurethane layer comprise thermoset polyurethane. The textile reinforcing layer comprises apertures through which the inner polyurethane layer and the outer polyurethane layer are connected to each other.

Abstract: Aspects hereof relate to a footwear upper formed from a plurality of tensile strands interwoven with a webbing material. The upper may have a bootie configuration. At least a portion of the strands may extend between a lateral-side portion of the upper and a medial-side portion of the upper and extend over an instep region and/or a sole region of the upper. The tensile strands may be bundled such that a plurality of strands forms a single weft or warp. Bundles having differing quantities of tensile strands may form a pattern on the upper that is effective for aiding conformance of the upper to a wearer's foot while enhancing ventilation and reducing water saturation. The tensile strands, whether singular or bundled, may be effective for transferring a load of a fastening mechanism through the woven upper while allowing the upper to have a desired degree of elasticity, support and/or comfort.

Abstract: An upper for an article of footwear includes a base layer, an exterior layer, a first strap, and a second strap. The exterior layer at least partially covers an outer side of the base layer and defines a first aperture and a second aperture both in a forefoot region. Each strap includes a central portion, a front branch, and a rear branch, the front and rear branches disposed between the outer side of the base layer and the exterior layer. The front branch of the second strap crosses the rear branch of the first strap and is disposed forward of the rear branch of the first strap at the lower extent of the base layer. The central portion of the first strap extends through the first aperture and defines a first loop, and the central portion of the second strap extends through the second aperture and defines a second loop.

Abstract: A tethered anchor point for a footwear lace element includes various elements. For example, the tethered anchor point includes a tensile strand that attaches to a portion of the footwear article. In addition, the tethered anchor point includes a tensile-strand reinforcement. The tensile-strand reinforcement provides a sliding surface against which the lace element of the footwear article may slide when the lace element is threaded through the tethered anchor point.

Abstract: An article of footwear may include a motorized tensioning system. The tensioning system may include a tensile member and a motorized tightening device configured to apply tension in the tensile member to adjust the size of an internal void defined by the article of footwear. The tensioning system may further include a power source configured to supply power to the motorized tightening device. The tensile member, the motorized tightening device, and the power source may be configured to be removably attached to the article of footwear.

Abstract: Firm feet is a shoe like device created by Sukari Barnes to aid the modern-day exerciser. 53% of adults 18 and over have met the physical activity guidelines for aerobic physical activity. (NationalCenter for Health Statistics. Centers for Disease Control, 2017.). Adult Americans are becoming increasingly concerned about their health, physical fitness, and appearance. Firm feet was created to assist a person who loves to do sit ups daily. It is a device that controls body placement by sucking your feet to the floor while performing sit ups. The shoe like device fits snuggly and completely over both feet with the ability to adjust to the person's size. A strap is placed around the ankles in the back of the foot and suction cups on the bottom of the device will suction to the floor securing both feet firmly to the floor. Firm feet is an ideal invention for people performing push-ups or whatever exercises that require straight up body positioning with their feet on the floor.