Patents Issued in February 1, 2024
  • Publication number: 20240032598
    Abstract: A method of treating disorders in a human or animal subject may include heating a material containing a compound to a first temperature to form a heated volume of the material. The method may additionally include heating the heated volume to a higher second temperature to form a dose of vapor including the compound. The method may also include administering the dose of vapor to the subject to treat disorders such as pain. The method may further include pre-heating the material to a preliminary temperature prior to the heating to the first temperature. The heating and pre-heating may be performed with a capsule including two covering layers, each including an electrically conductive material, configured to hold the material therebetween and to generate heat by resistive heating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Altria Client Services LLC
    Inventor: Yossef RAICHMAN
  • Publication number: 20240032599
    Abstract: A heater assembly for an aerosol-generating system is provided, the heater assembly including: a retention material containing an aerosol-forming substrate in condensed form, the aerosol-forming substrate including first and second compounds, the second compound having a higher boiling point than the first compound; at least one airflow path defined through the retention material; and at least one heating element shaped to define an interior volume filled with the retention material and having a cross-sectional area that decreases along a longitudinal axis, the at least one airflow path passes through a first central region of the interior volume and a second central region of the interior volume, the first and the second central regions being spaced-apart along the longitudinal axis, and a resistance of the at least one heating element increasing along the longitudinal axis in a same direction that the cross-sectional area of the interior volume decreases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Philip Morris Products S.A.
    Inventors: Robert EMMETT, Eva SAADE LATORRE
  • Publication number: 20240032600
    Abstract: A vaporizing device such as an electronic cigarette includes a housing (11) containing a battery (12) or other electrical power source electrically connected to a high frequency oscillation circuit (50). Two electrodes or electrode pads (56) with a liquid space (70) between them are electrically connected to the high frequency oscillation circuit (50). A liquid supply (34) in the C housing (11) provides a liquid into the liquid space (70). The high frequency oscillation circuit (50) is switched on by a manual switch or by a sensor (24) sensing inhalation by a user. The liquid is vaporized by dielectric heating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Lik HON, Zhuoran LI
  • Publication number: 20240032601
    Abstract: A ceramic heating core includes a ceramic body and at least one heating wire. The ceramic body includes at least one through hole, and the at least one heating wire is disposed through the at least one through hole. The at least one heating wire each includes an effective heating section; the effective heating section extends helically in the through hole; the effective heating section includes a plurality of helical coils, and there is a space between every two adjacent helical coils; defining a helical direction of the plurality of helical coils as an axial direction, the effective heating section has an axial height of 3-6 mm; and the ceramic body has an axial height of ?7.5 mm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Tuanfang LIU
  • Publication number: 20240032602
    Abstract: The aerosol generation device includes a heater configured to heat a vaporizable material to generate aerosol; a battery configured to power the heater; a geolocation chip configured to generate geolocation data representative of a position of the aerosol generation device; a short-range antenna configured to receive a first proximity sensing signal from an external device when the aerosol generation device is within a proximity range around the external device; and a long-range antenna configured to transmit the geolocation data to an external server when the short-range antenna does not receive the first proximity sensing signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: JT International S.A.
    Inventor: Akira Yamaguchi
  • Publication number: 20240032603
    Abstract: An aerosol-generating device configured for heating an aerosol-generating article so as to generate an inhalable aerosol from an aerosol-forming substrate of the aerosol-generating article is provided, the aerosol-generating device including: a housing including a cavity configured to receive the aerosol-generating article, the housing being configured to define a cooling air flow path extending from outside of the housing, through an interior of the housing, to an air-permeable portion of a wall of the cavity, the wall being tubular, the air-permeable portion of the wall including at least one annular air-permeable band being configured to radially channel an air flow from the cooling air flow path into the cavity around a periphery of the tubular wall of the cavity. An aerosol-delivery system including the aerosol-generating device and an aerosol-generating article defining a rod is also provided. An aerosol-generating article for an aerosol-generating device is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Philip Morris Products S.A.
    Inventors: Rui Nuno Rodrigues Alves BATISTA, Ricardo CALI, Valerio OLIANA, Alexandra SEREDA, Gianluca BONGIOVANNI, Bekele Alemu BEDASSO
  • Publication number: 20240032604
    Abstract: A device and operational method for generating a consumable vapor includes: a holder and a detachable consumable cartridge. A controller is integrated with the holder to control the vapor generation device. The consumable cartridge includes a consumable product and a heater that heats the product to generate the vapor. An electric interface between the holder and the consumable cartridge transfers electric energy from the holder to the heater. A cartridge controller is integrated with the consumable cartridge. Once the consumable cartridge is attached to the holder, information is communicated via the electric interface between the cartridge controller and the holder controller for operation of the device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2020
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Marko Medic, Michael Goch
  • Publication number: 20240032605
    Abstract: Proposed by the present application are an aerosol-producing device and a control method therefor. The device comprises: an inductance coil for generating a changing magnetic field; a capacitor, which forms an LC oscillator with the inductance coil; and a susceptor, which is penetrated by the changing magnetic field to generate heat. A PFM inverter driving module drives the LC oscillator to oscillate so as to make the inductance coil generate the changing magnetic field, and comprises: a bridge circuit and a PFM controller, wherein the PFM controller outputs a PFM signal to the bridge circuit so as to drive the bridge circuit to turn on or off so as to make the LC oscillator oscillate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2020
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: SHENZHEN FIRST UNION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Shenhui LIU, Zhongli XU, Yonghai LI
  • Publication number: 20240032606
    Abstract: Provided is an aerosol generating apparatus including: a heater configured to heat an aerosol generating article inserted into an accommodation space of the aerosol generating apparatus; a sensing module including at least one of an inductive sensor configured to detect a change in an inductance of the accommodation space or a temperature sensor configured to detect a change in a temperature of the heater; and a processor configured to: detect, via the sensing module, whether the aerosol generating article that is inserted into the accommodation space is at least partially moved from the accommodation space; and based on detecting that the aerosol generating article is at least partially moved from the accommodation space, control a power supply to the heater, based on at least one of the change in the inductance or the change in the temperature acquired via the sensing module.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: KT&G CORPORATION
    Inventors: Yong Hwan KIM, Dong Sung KIM, Seung Won LEE, Seok Su JANG, Dae Nam HAN
  • Publication number: 20240032607
    Abstract: An aerosol provision system can include an aerosol provision device including a heater assembly configured to heat aerosol generating material, and a device battery configured to supply power to cause the heater assembly to heat the aerosol generating material; and a base unit configured to removably hold the aerosol provision device, the base unit including a base battery, and the base unit being configured to connect to a power supply to supply electrical charge to the base battery. The system also can include an indicator assembly and a controller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Tomi VINTOLA
  • Publication number: 20240032608
    Abstract: A T-shirt having detachable parts includes a T-shirt main body, a top portion of the T-shirt main body has a neckline, and an opening of the neckline is connected with a collar ring by a second zipper, and the second zipper has a second zipper puller. An edge of the collar is located outside the second zipper with a first extension edge for covering. A cuff on each side of the T-shirt main body has a first zipper to connect a sleeve 6, and one end of the first zipper has a first zipper puller. A front surface of the T-shirt has a pattern patch, a back portion of the pattern patch has a first attaching side and a front surface of the T-shirt main body has a second attaching side, so the pattern patch can be detachable from the front surface of the T-shirt main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Joy Sun
  • Publication number: 20240032609
    Abstract: Lower body garments include a main body having an integral interior lining that is only secured to the main body of the garment around a peripheral lining perimeter of the interior lining. The interior lining may secure a fluid retention gusset such that the outline of the gusset is not visible on outside of garment. A gusset perimeter of the fluid retention gusset may be secured to the interior lining, but not to the main body of the garment, which may result in a leakproof lower body garment that is not immediately recognizable as having such a function when the lower body garment is worn. The interior lining may not extend around the entire right and left leg portions of the main body, such that right and left lateral leg regions may be positioned to separate anterior and posterior portions of the interior lining from each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Julie Power, Linda Kritikos, Talia Greenberg, Christina Greco, Joanna Griffiths
  • Publication number: 20240032610
    Abstract: A method of producing a double-layered sock with a cushion patch positioned between an external and an internal layer of yarn or fabric is provided. The method comprises the external layer over the internal layer of a tubular lay flat fabric. The method also comprises attaching a first polymer cushion patch to the external or internal layer about two inches from one end. The method also comprises a step of attaching a second polymer cushion patch to the external layer about five inches from the first cushion patch. After drawing the external layer over the internal layer, the cushion patch is encased inside the sock. The cushion patch has a honeycomb grid pattern and includes one or two areas of high compression having larger hexagonal cells designed to distribute high compression impact away and throughout the cushion patch, thereby improving user comfort during walking or running.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Taylor Matter
  • Publication number: 20240032611
    Abstract: An upper-torso garment includes a first knit zone and a second knit zone. The first knit zone includes a knit structure with a single course of tuck binder stitches and having a first amount of flexural rigidity, and the second knit zone includes a knit structure with a plurality of tuck binder courses and having a second amount of flexural rigidity, which is different than the first amount of flexural rigidity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Paul R. Montgomery
  • Publication number: 20240032612
    Abstract: A bra including respective first and second sides each adapted to fit respective breasts; each side including a cup adapted to fit a predetermined cup size; a hook free shoulder strap; and an attachment strap capable of attaching the bra to a body in use, wherein the attachment strap includes a plurality of slots which can be engaged by a hook located at one end of the strap to thereby regulate the size of the bra for each user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Macha Brizay
  • Publication number: 20240032613
    Abstract: An engineered adhesive fashion tape element comprising a constructed dynamic function includes a multilayered embodiment with strategically placed predetermined predisposed direction and designed with multilayered materials, a modern dynamic function solution lifting projecting and supporting a user's breast tissue and body tissue to defy gravity for a sustained period while wearing and functioning with daily activities. An adhesive tape and methodology to replace wearing a bra, for a healthier and improved solution so the user can have an alternative to wearing an underwire bra, and traditional bra, shapewear, breast tissue and body tissue shaping structure. An improved alternative to wearing an adhesive bra cup and shaping garments with a variety of fashion which achieves projection lift support and defies gravity for the breast tissue and body tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Julia Ann Burns
  • Publication number: 20240032614
    Abstract: A brassiere comprising a first aperture, a second aperture, a first shell and a second shell. The first shell has a first rim extending laterally outwardly therefrom, the first aperture dimensioned and configured to receive one or both of the first shell and first rim. The first rim non-fixedly positionable in contact with skin of a wearer. The second shell has a second rim extending laterally outwardly therefrom. The second aperture is dimensioned and configured to receive one or both of the second shell and second rim, the second rim non-fixedly positionable in contact with skin of the wearer wherein the first and second rims are slidable outwardly while maintaining contact with the skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Lipocosm, LLC
    Inventors: Roger K. Khouri, Khalil R. Khouri, Thomas Morgan Biggs, JR.
  • Publication number: 20240032615
    Abstract: An under support for a breast support cup in a brassiere. The under support is rigid and has varying widths and differing radii to accommodate the bottom portion shape of a natural breast or a breast implant. The under support is configured to keep the proximal edge in proximity with bottom portion of the breast tissues or implant and the ribs. The under support has its largest width, thereby the largest contact surface with the implant or breast tissues, closest to the lateral end causing the breast tissues or implant to be supported upward and medially. The under support has openings or anchors extending therefrom with openings to allow a foam or other brassiere material to surround and go through the under support to secure it in place in the brassiere.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Sculpted U, Inc.
    Inventor: Elizabeth A. CROMPTON
  • Publication number: 20240032616
    Abstract: A pad may include a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface and the second surface may have a spherical curvature, and wherein the spherical curvature may be complementary to the bra portion. A pad may include a plurality of synthetic fibers disposed between the first surface and the second surface, wherein each of the plurality of synthetic fibers may contact the first surface and the second surface. A pad may include a pad permeability configured as a function of a quantity of the plurality of synthetic fibers and a length of the plurality of synthetic fibers, the pad permeability may be adapted to allow fluid passage of a liquid and prevent retention of said liquid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: The Haberdash Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Ricardo Goldschmidt, Joshua Weinberg, Elimelech Blumstein, Abby Steiger
  • Publication number: 20240032617
    Abstract: A tactile stimulus providing apparatus according to one embodiment of the present invention is a tactile stimulus providing apparatus in the form of a vest and includes a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side, a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side, and a rear panel including third actuators and connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed to extend along the one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed to extend along the one side.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: BHAPTICS INC.
    Inventors: Ki Uk GWAK, Young Joo JO
  • Publication number: 20240032618
    Abstract: The invention relates to a flat textile material (2) for applying to a human or animal body (4) and for receiving electrical and/or electronic components (6) for medical measurement and/or control purposes, comprising: a longitudinal direction (8); a transverse direction (10) running transversely to the longitudinal direction; a plane of extension (12); a thickness direction (13) orthogonal to the e plane of extension (12); at least one carrier portion (36), which extends in the longitudinal direction (8) and has a carrier layer (44); at N least one pocket portion (34), which extends in the longitudinal direction (8), adjoins the carrier portion (36) in the longitudinal direction (8) and has at least one pocket (22) for receiving the electrical and/or electronic components (6); wherein the at least one pocket (22) comprises a first pocket layer (38) nearer the body and a second pocket layer (40) farther from the body, which delimit a pocket space (42) therebetween; wherein the at least one pocket (22) has at
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Sina Borczyk, Marcin Meyer
  • Publication number: 20240032619
    Abstract: A wrap for an infant is provided. The wrap includes a first part configured as a loop having a through opening. A second part attached with the first part to seal off a portion of the opening and form a pouch configured to receive a bottom half of an infant. A portion of the first part includes an elastic band configured for disposal adjacent a top of a diaper. A system for dressing and infant is also disclosed, including an overlay tucking layer and a loop part. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Leah Therese Severson
  • Publication number: 20240032620
    Abstract: A two-sided device having a front impact rest and polymer, and a backside of a padding material made of material designed to protect an individual's face and/or head during exercise or other activities and can be mounted, fit against, or fit over the head of the user that is both safe and comfortable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Llewellyn Eugene Thorpe
  • Publication number: 20240032621
    Abstract: Air conditioning Cool and Warming Clothing and Footwear for Humans and Domestic Mammals controlled by Smart Thermostat with or without. A Fan attached or connected to clothing and or footwear to provide air flow over the cooling and warming tubing's providing distribution of temperature consistency with or without. The liquid pumped into the tubing's attached to inside the clothing and or footwear is housed in thermal insulated vacuum container, which is distributed throughout the tubing's by a pump. The temperature of the liquid is prepared hot or cold prior to entry inside the thermal insulated vacuum container, which controlled by the user and or operator setting which is maintained and directed to locations to the body from head toe by one or more segments of clothing. The Fan will be one or more placements inside clothing. The system will be stationary and or portable with the electronics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Brenda Simmons
  • Publication number: 20240032622
    Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to an apparel item having an integrated lighting system and method of forming the apparel item having the integrated lighting system. The integrated lighting system comprises a power supply unit affixed to the apparel item, one or more light arrays having visible light sources affixed to the apparel item, and one or more conductive traces affixed to the apparel item, where the conductive traces extend from the power supply unit to the light arrays and electrically couple the two such that the light arrays are powered when the power supply unit is operating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Kimberly R. Fisher, Alice Fockele, Iustinia Koshkaroff, Amir H. Morgan, Luke A. Pezzimenti
  • Publication number: 20240032623
    Abstract: A shoulder pad assembly has main body cushions consisting of a plurality of different types of foam material joined together to result in a hybrid pad structure constructed from slow-response foam and open-cell foam. A main body cushion is constructed from a first sheet or panel of slow response foam disposed over the torso of the wearer, a second sheet or panel of slow-response foam disposed over the back of the wearer, joined together by a third sheet or panel of open-cell foam positioned between the first sheet and second sheet, disposed over the wearer's shoulder. Optionally, a fourth sheet or pad of slow-response foam is disposed on the third sheet, disposed over the wearer's shoulder, preferably at the location that is most likely to suffer blows during football play. Optionally, a fifth sheet or pad of open-cell foam is disposed on the first sheet, on the side of the first sheet in contact with the wearer and a sixth sheet or pad of open-cell foam is disposed on the second sheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Fred Williams, Scott Williams
  • Publication number: 20240032624
    Abstract: A personal impact protection system comprising a plurality of discrete wearable inflatable items configured to be worn on or around respective parts of a user's body. The system further comprises at least one inflator configured to produce a flow of inflating gas to inflate said inflatable items when worn by the user, and a control system operably connected to the or each said inflator and con-figured to actuate the or each said inflator in response to an actuation signal and in accordance with an inflation characteristic selected from a group of possible inflation characteristics comprising: i) inflation of all of said inflatable items; ii) inflation of some but not all of said inflatable items; and iii) inflation of a single one of said inflatable items. The control system is configured to select said inflation characteristic in dependence on at least one of: said actuation signal; and a determination of which of said inflatable items are worn by the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Christian CAVELL
  • Publication number: 20240032625
    Abstract: A protective footgear device for protecting and disguising a medical appliance includes a sleeve, which has a lower leg portion and a shoe portion, and which is shaped substantially complementarily to a covered foot and an associated lower leg of a user, respectively. The covered foot and the associated lower leg are insertable into the sleeve. The sleeve includes elastomer so that the sleeve is substantially impermeable to water. A fur layer is attached to and substantially covers an outer face of the lower leg portion of the sleeve. A slit is positioned in the sleeve and extends through the fur layer. The slit extends from an upper edge of the lower leg portion toward the shoe portion. A closure is attached to the sleeve and extends along the slit so that the closure is positioned to selectively close the slit upon donning of the sleeve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Sheena Williams
  • Publication number: 20240032626
    Abstract: This stylish design will be an added addition to the art called Expressionism. And along with it will come scores of new revelations with sounds that will have a renewed look at science and education for users of all ages. And, it is designed to provide you with a measure of comfort for those who otherwise are seeking out new ways in which to express the sounds of music. And, with this advancing art it will define and mobilize what will be a new generation that is consistent with our themes and our education. Our theory is structured in such a way that we sought to redefine the word art in music and the sound thereof; and wherein we invite what will be a new movement known only as the Expressionist and along with it will be the sounds that are designed for the ages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Beverly Faye Sharp
  • Publication number: 20240032627
    Abstract: Face masks, including filter masks, and methods for their production. The disclosed masks include a face mask comprising a mask body that defines a cavity for accommodating the nose and mouth of a wearer and a sealing member depending from the mask body for engagement with the wearer's face, the mask body comprising a filter (91) and a gas inlet (142), the filter being located in a first region of the mask body and the gas inlet being located in a second region of the mask body; and a nasal portion for accommodating the nose of the wearer, a mouth portion for accommodating the mouth of the wearer, and cheek portions (134, 135) extending laterally across the wearer's cheeks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Matthew James William LEARY, David Simon BOTTOM, Andrew Neil MILLER, Simon Robert PAYNE
  • Publication number: 20240032628
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a layered glove device preferably comprised of at least two layers having a first glove layer and a second glove layer inside the first glove layer. The first glove layer and second glove layer preferably differ in color and/or scent such that when a user is done using the first layer, the first layer can be removed via a pull tab to expose the second layer. Because the layers differ in color and/or scent, a user is aware they are now using the new, sterile layer and not the old, used layer of the prior color/scent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Audrey Acosta
  • Publication number: 20240032629
    Abstract: A construction for a glove or other article of clothing for use in hazardous environments is disclosed, comprising a first layer comprising a laminate that includes an inner layer comprising a woven, nonwoven, or knit material, an intermediate layer comprising a barrier to the passage therethrough of liquids that overlies the inner layer, and a thermal layer affixed to and overlying the intermediate layer in at least a portion of a bridge area. The thermal layer is approximately 0.30 mm thick. The construction also includes a second layer attached to and overlying the first layer to form an outer portion for the glove or other article of clothing. The first layer and the second layer combined provides a thermal protection performance (TPP) of at least approximately 75% greater than a reference combination of the first and the second layer that does not include the thermal layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Thomas G. Ragan
  • Publication number: 20240032630
    Abstract: A glove has a protective member in the thumb-crotch region and includes a textured outer surface. The protective member is configured to protected against slicing done by sharp objects. The textured outer surface enables grip ability in greasy environments. The textured outer surface may be formed via a foaming process during manufacture of the glove. There may be a colored layer between an inner liner and the protective member that establishes a color splash effect in the event that a portion of the glove ruptures or fails.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Summit Glove Inc.
    Inventor: James L. Hull
  • Publication number: 20240032631
    Abstract: The invention relates to a device for conducting sweat away from the forehead of a person, having a flexible plastic body (1) which has at least one adhesive surface and at least one channel for conducting the sweat away. A permanently durable solution is achieved in that the plastic body (1) consists of a first section (2) and a second section (3) arranged at a distance from the first section (2), each section having at least one adhesive surface and at least one channel, and that the first section (2) and the second section (3) are connected to one another via an articulated material bridge (4).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Peter Buxbaum
  • Publication number: 20240032632
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system and methods by which a garment may be accessorized. Preferred embodiments of the present invention include one or more mountable accessorizing apparatus which may be shaped and/or shapeable to form one or more mounting surfaces for mounting the mountable accessorizing apparatus on the garment and to provide one or more display components which may be viewable for accessorizing the garment. Some embodiments may include attachment components which facilitate mounting the one or more mountable accessorizing apparatus on the garment. Attachment components may include friction pads, magnets, pressure-sensitive adhesive, and/or hooks. The one or more display components may be viewable to accessorize the garment such as through color, pattern, and/or texture. In some embodiments, the system may include one or more supplemental modules which may supplement mounting and/or accessorizing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Michael P. GIBBONS
  • Publication number: 20240032633
    Abstract: A seam pattern is provided. The seam pattern includes a continuous double bar having a first continuous bar and a second continuous bar. The seam pattern further includes at least one discontinuous bar located between the first continuous bar and the second continuous bar. The seam pattern creates a seal when joining a first material with a second material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Samuel G. Israel, Jason M. Gibson
  • Publication number: 20240032634
    Abstract: One embodiment provides a garment system comprising an upper body garment comprising an interior surface and a first set of connectors positioned on the interior surface. The system further comprises a lower body garment comprising a second set of connectors positioned on a surface of the lower body garment. The first set of connectors and the second set of connectors are vertically aligned when a wearer wears the upper body garment and the lower body garment at the same time, and each connector of the second set of connectors is configured to releasably engage and interconnect with a connector of the first set of connectors to attach the upper body garment to the lower body garment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Frances M. Rodgers, Tamra B. Perry
  • Publication number: 20240032635
    Abstract: Aspects herein relate to articles of apparel having anchoring devices that engage face masks in a convenient and accessible way. For example, the anchoring devices in accordance with aspects herein can be concealed in a hidden state when not in use, and can be in an anchoring state when in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: George S. Kim, Austin J. Orand
  • Publication number: 20240032636
    Abstract: The protective helmet, the fit pod assemblies and the respective components relates to methods, devices, and systems for improved helmet systems to enhance athletic performance by dispersing impact forces and/or improving helmet comfort and/or fit through size customization and/or conforming to contours of a wearer's head. If desired, the various fit pod assemblies can include modular features to provide a semi-custom and/or customized feel for plug and play assembly and/or retrofitting a commercially available helmet and/or other item of protective clothing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Travis E. Glover, Marie Pahlmeyer, Adam Kollgaard, Kayla Fukuda, Jason Neubauer, Andre H.P. Stone, Kurt Fischer
  • Publication number: 20240032637
    Abstract: Various embodiments relating to methods for evaluating injury mitigation performance of helmets that are used for sports (e.g., equestrian sports) are described. In one embodiment, a method for evaluating injury mitigation performance of an equestrian helmet includes applying a first impact configuration to a first and a second helmet of the same model and applying a second impact configuration to a third and a fourth helmet that are both of the same model as the first and the second helmet. The method further includes generating acceleration data based on impacts that occur as part of the first impact configuration and the second impact configuration. The method further includes determining concussion risk values based on the generated acceleration data. The method also includes determining a concussion risk metric based on the concussion risk values and exposure values.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Lauren Duma, Barry Miller, Mark Begonia, Steve Rowson, Stefan Duma
  • Publication number: 20240032638
    Abstract: A fastening device for releasably fastening a functional unit in a connection direction to a receiving unit. The fastening device comprises a functional unit comprising a functional unit abutment surface and a receiving unit comprising a receiving unit abutment surface. The functional unit abutment surface and the receiving unit abutment surface are configured to abut against each other in a connected state. The fastening device comprises at least one pair of magnets comprising at least one functional unit magnet allocated at or within a proximity to the functional unit abutment surface and at least one receiving unit magnet allocated at or within the proximity to the receiving unit abutment surface. The at least one functional unit magnet and the at least one receiving unit magnet exert an attractive force to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: Cardo Systems, Ltd.
    Inventors: Avram Kushnirov, Dov Brecher, Boaz Levi, Shmuel Debby
  • Publication number: 20240032639
    Abstract: Helmet (1) comprising: a shell (2); a head receiving system (3); at least one cellular energy-absorbing structure (4) comprising a plurality of interconnected open-cells (9) configured to absorb energy by deforming during an impact on the shell (2); at least one clamping device (5) comprising abase (6) and a counter-base (7) connected to each other by means of a stretchable elongated body (8) to forma a single piece sized so as to pass through at least one open-cell (9) of the cellular energy-absorbing structure (4), wherein the stretchable elongated body (8) is configured to appreciably and reversibly elongate with respect to its original length if pulled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Piers Christian STOREY, James ROGERS
  • Publication number: 20240032640
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for a helmet having a configurable headband assembly. A helmet includes a helmet liner having a plurality of headband attachment points, each headband attachment point including a first opening for receiving and holding a primary attachment structure; and a second opening for receiving a locking pin. A headband assembly is configured to assist in fitting the helmet to a wearer's head. The headband assembly includes a fit adjustment mechanism configured to adjust an internal shape of the headband assembly; and a plurality of attachment structure sets, an attachment structure set including a primary attachment structure; and a locking pin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: David J. Losos, Maxwell R. Naar
  • Publication number: 20240032641
    Abstract: An apparatus for a helmet including a receiver adapted for connecting with an accessory. The apparatus comprises a visor adapted to releasably connect with the receiver, the visor including a repeater adapted to connect with the accessory when the visor is connected to the receiver. The visor may also be adapted to connect with additional items or accessories aside from via the receiver, such as by including a mounting assembly having a picatinny rail. Related methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2022
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Filip Postolek
  • Publication number: 20240032642
    Abstract: A display system for an article of footwear includes a display device with an optoelectronic display, a control module that is configured to communicate with the display device, and a power source. The display system has a visual characteristic that is configured to correspond with a gait cycle of a user wearing the article of footwear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Markus Bock, Reinhold Sussmann
  • Publication number: 20240032643
    Abstract: An article of footwear may include a sole structure fixedly attached to an upper defining an internal cavity configured to receive a foot of a wearer. The sole structure may include an exposed outer member configured to contact the ground, the exposed outer member including a first aperture, and a sensory feedback member disposed at least partially within the first aperture in the outer member, the sensory feedback member including a first end and a second end. The first end of the sensory feedback member may include a projection extending through the first aperture and configured to contact the ground. In addition, the second end of the sensory feedback member may include a plurality of flexible bristles extending through a portion of the sole structure and exposed to the internal cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventor: Dylan S. Van Atta
  • Publication number: 20240032644
    Abstract: Proposed is a foot support structure that allows the Yongcheon acupoint of a user to be effectively stimulated while the user is sitting so that the user can breathe identically or similarly to when the user is standing, the foot support structure including a base plate placed under the foot and supporting the foot, a big toe support portion having a plate shape and protruding from the base plate at a position where the big toe is placed, a second and third toe support portion having a plate shape and protruding from the base plate at a position where the second toe and the third toe are placed, a heel support portion having a plate shape and protruding from the base plate at a position where the heel is placed, and a Yongcheon acupoint stimulator protruding from the base plate at a position corresponding to the Yongcheon acupoint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2021
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Sangbok CHOI
  • Publication number: 20240032645
    Abstract: A rapid-entry shoe having a sole portion, an upper coupled to the sole portion, and a heel bow. The heel bow extends around the rear portion of the shoe and has a heel bow dynamic portion located above an opening topline of the shoe. In an open configuration, the heel bow dynamic portion is pivoted downward to facilitate entry of the foot into the shoe, while in a closed configuration, the heel bow dynamic portion is returned upward to facilitate retention of the foot inside the shoe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Applicant: FAST IP, LLC
    Inventors: SETH MUNGER, CRAIG CHENEY
  • Publication number: 20240032646
    Abstract: Orthotic sole devices, systems, methods, and computer readable media are for use with footwear. Three-dimensional scans are used to shape the devices to match the user's feet with the footwear. Each of the devices includes a sunken heel portion, a stopper portion, an arch portion, metatarsal pads, a bunion-cut out shape, and a built-in toe crest portion, all to help redistribute the user's weight away from their forefoot. The devices are infused with eucalyptus oils and silver ions. The devices are automatically manufactured via computer numerical control (“CNC”) software on a computer readable medium. Milling machines and 3D printers can be used in association with the systems, methods, and computer readable media.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Teressa DINSHAW, Darius DINSHAW
  • Publication number: 20240032647
    Abstract: A backless house shoe comprising a foot-receiving top portion and an oppositely disposed sole portion, wherein the sole portion is at least two centimeters thick rubber vehicle tire, wherein the vehicle is selected from the group consisting of trucks and tractors; wherein the sole portion defines a plurality of spaced treads; wherein the depth of a respective spaced tread is at least two centimeters; wherein the width of a respective spaced tread is at least one centimeter; wherein the sole portion is at least three centimeters thick; wherein the backless house shoe disengages from a wearer's foot upon experiencing traction; and wherein the sole portion includes a member of the group consisting of chains, studs, sipes, and combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Duane Reynolds, Lori Odle