Abstract: A hinged floatation device in which the two end portions of one elongate floatation panel are pivotably attached to the two end portions of another elongate floatation panel such that the floatation panels can be pivoted with respect to each other from a compact storage and carrying positioned, where one panel lies substantially flat against the other, to various deployed positions in which the two panels bow outwardly away from each other for sitting in the device while floating, laying on the device while floating, or floating in a vertical position with the device positioned around the user's torso.

Abstract: A drag-inducing mat includes a main body configured to accommodate a rider. The main body includes a rider surface configured to face the rider and an opposing surface configured to face a slide surface. The drag-inducing mat also includes a sipe array defined within the opposing surface. The sipe array includes a plurality of sipes that extends from a first lateral edge of the main body to a second lateral edge of the main body to selectively induce friction between the main body and the slide surface based on force applied to the sipe array by the rider.

Abstract: An inflatable device is provided, and contains a body and a mouth. The mouth is positionable in an open position and a sealed position. The body includes a flexible body wall that defines an interior volume. The body defines at least one air flow path from the mouth through the interior volume. The air flow path has an air flow path axis and has a cross-sectional area. The body further includes at least one structural member that applies a force on the flexible body wall transversely outward from the axis so as to urge the flexible body wall towards a transversely expanded state. The body is movable between an axially collapsed state and an axially open state along at least a portion of the air flow path and is urged towards the axially expanded state by a force applied by at least one of: the at least one structural member, and air flow into the body through the mouth when the mouth is held in the open position.

Abstract: A personal survival system for use in water includes an inflatable chamber (9) and in inflation system (31) operable to inflate the inflatable chamber (9), wherein the inflation system (31) is mounted separately from and remotely from the inflatable chamber (9). Also disclosed are: a survival system for use in water includes an inflatable chamber including an inner layer and an outer layer, wherein the inner layer is separate from the outer layer; an inflation control system for use with an in-water survival system, the inflation control system comprises a selectively sealable chamber configured to contain water-triggered automatic inflation device of the survival system; and a personal survival system including an inflatable bladder and a moulded cover constructed from a flexible polymer.

Abstract: An inflatable ride-on water toy comprising a stylized body that is connected to a separately inflated safety ring using a variety of configurations.

Abstract: A water noodle system includes three water noodles and at least two water noodle straps. Each of the water noodles has an elongated body extending along a longitudinal axis and terminating at first and second ends. The elongated body defines a central bore therethrough that is axially aligned with the longitudinal axis, and an outer surface of the elongated body includes a plurality of protrusions extending therefrom and radially therearound. Each of the water noodle straps has an elongated strap body terminating at first and second ends, and first and second buckle portions affixed to the respective first and second ends of the elongated strap body. The first and second buckle portions are configured to mate with each other.

Abstract: A water mat assembly having selectively attachable modular panels is disclosed. The water mat comprises a buoyant solid core insert that is inserted into a sleeve made of fabric. The sleeve may be couple to other sleeves to form an assembly of floating panels. The end panels may have grommeted ports for tethering the mat assembly to a dock or water vehicle.

Abstract: A floatation mattress assembly for sleeping upon or floating in a body of water includes a mat that is comprised of a resiliently compressible material for sleeping upon. The mat is comprised of a buoyant material to float on a body of water. The mat is structured to have the ornamental appearance of a flip flop article of footwear. A first tube is pivotally coupled to the mat, and the first tube is positionable in a deployed position or a stored position. A second tube is coupled to the first tube and slidably extends through the mat. Thus, the first and second tubes have the ornamental appearance of foot straps on the flip flop article of footwear. A net is removably attached to each of the first and second tubes. The net forms a hemispherical dome over the mat when the first tube is positioned in the deployed position.

Abstract: An apparatus including a first and second floatation members; a first and second handle devices fixed at first ends to the first and second floatation members, respectively; and an intermediate member. The first floatation member may be connected to the second floatation member by the intermediate member, so that there is a region between the first and second floatation members, and behind the intermediate member. The first and second handle devices may be configured to be situated below the surface of water, when the first and second floatation members are floating substantially parallel to and on the surface of the water. The apparatus may be configured so that a person can stand upright in the region and simultaneously grip the first and second handle devices, with left and right hands, respectively, while the first and second floatation members float, substantially parallel to and on the surface of the water.

Abstract: A device comprises a spring and a sleeve. The spring is configured to form a closed loop. The spring is moveable between a coiled configuration when the spring is collapsed and an uncoiled configuration when the spring is expanded. The spring defines a circumference while in the uncoiled configuration. The spring is disposed within the sleeve.

Abstract: A platform apparatus is provided which may be configured to support an electronic device. The platform apparatus may include a base, an extension, and a support. Some implementations include a hinge. The platform apparatus may be configured for use by a standing, seated, or reclining user, or to support an electronic device.

Abstract: An exercise machine includes a frame, a seat selectively movable with respect to the frame, and a resistance mechanism connected to the frame. The seat is adjustably positioned between an upright position that orients a user in an upright orientation with respect to a pedal assembly when the exercise machine is in an upright exercise mode and a recumbent position that orients the user in a recumbent orientation with respect to the pedal assembly when the exercise machine is in a recumbent cycling exercise mode.

Abstract: A personal flotation apparatus having a main body member, a primary support member, a head support member, and a foot support member, each made of flexible, buoyant, flotation material. The primary support member, head support member, and foot support member are each connected to the main body member, such that they are substantially perpendicular to the main body member and can provide stability, buoyancy and support in various floating and swimming positions. Some embodiments include multiple main body members to increase stability, buoyancy, support and comfort, and allow for heavier users.

Abstract: A buoyant pool float for floating in water is disclosed. In one embodiment, the buoyant pool float includes a body having a four-piece construction including an upper flotation member and a lower flotation member having a sidewall and bulkhead interposed therebetween. The upper flotation member is generally flat and sized to accommodate a human in a semi-reclining or reclining position, for example. Further, the upper flotation member is superposed above the lower flotation member, which is sized to correspond to a front end of the upper flotation member. The sidewall is positioned about the exterior of the body and the bulkhead within the interior of the body such that two sealed air holds are provided within the buoyant pool float. The two sealed air holds contribute to stability and buoyancy.

Abstract: The present invention is a bubble generating pool toy that generates air bubbles in a swimming pool in response to movement of levers provided on the toy. The toy is used by positioning it behind a user's back and grasping two levers which extend from each side of the toy. By repeated pushing the levers sideward away from each other in front of the user's chest and then allowing the levers to once again come together in front of the user's chest under the power of bellows that are outwardly biased, the bellows provided on the toy are alternately expanded and compressed. Expansion and compression of the bellows causes air to be pulled downward through tubes fitted with one-way valves and forces the air to exit the toy via bubble stones located under the surface of the water in the swimming pool, creating air bubbles in the water.

Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.

Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.

Abstract: An improved swim noodle system is described. The system has a first interlocking swim noodle including a first central core defining a first longitudinal axis coaxial with the first central core and a first periphery disposed about the first central core. The first elongated swim noodle further comprises alternating nodes and alcoves disposed about an entirety of the first periphery. The first nodes diverge outwardly from the first central core and extend longitudinally generally parallel to the first longitudinal axis. The first alcoves converge outwardly from the first central core and extend longitudinally generally parallel to the first longitudinal axis. The first nodes and the first alcoves are arranged to mate by resistance fit with the second elongated swim noodle.

Abstract: A multiple strand pool noodle is provided. The multiple strand pool noodle has at least two strands formed of extruded foam where each of the strands has a first end and a second end. The first ends of the strands are contained in a first end member and the second ends of the strand are contained in a second end member. A length of the strands extends between the first and second end members. The strands are movable with respect to each other along the length.

Abstract: A personal flotation apparatus having a main body member, a primary support member, a head support member, and a foot support member, each made of flexible, buoyant, flotation material. The primary support member, head support member, and foot support member are each connected to the main body member, such that they are substantially perpendicular to the main body member and can provide stability, buoyancy and support in various floating and swimming positions. Some embodiments include multiple main body members to increase stability, buoyancy, support and comfort, and allow for heavier users.

Abstract: A device comprises a spring and a sleeve. The spring is configured to form a closed loop. The spring is moveable between a coiled configuration when the spring is collapsed and an uncoiled configuration when the spring is expanded. The spring defines a circumference while in the uncoiled configuration. The spring is disposed within the sleeve.

Abstract: A swimming aid for the shin or shins of a swimmer. In an embodiment of the invention, the aid is wearable by inserting a leg through the swimming aid. In an alternative embodiment, the swimming aid further includes a zipper or other means of closure.

Abstract: An apparatus for floatation of one or more persons on water includes a floatation device. The floatation device is sized for a single person and can be interlocked (i.e., secured) to additional floatation devices. Each individual floatation device is preferably made from an air-filled vinyl mattress or from foam. Each floatation device preferably includes at least one protrusion and at least one recess; however any desired combination of protrusions and recesses may be included. The protrusion of one individual floatation device interlocks within a recess of a second individual floatation device. A pair of retaining clips helps maintain each of the protrusions within the recesses. Any desired number of the individual floatation devices may be secured together to provide a larger overall floatation device for use by multiple persons while still providing each person their own personal floatation device.

Abstract: A flotation device includes an elongated and flexible member with a channel extending between longitudinal ends of the flexible member. The flexible member is configured to support an individual within water during a recreational activity. The flexible member can include at least one cut-out defining a handle. A sleeve having a body member is dimensioned to fit over the flexible member and act as the flexible member's skin. The sleeve can includes at least one cut-out which substantially aligns with the at least one cut-out of the flexible member.

Abstract: A floating pool lounge is disclosed. The floating pool lounge has a head end and a foot end, and includes an opening between the head end and the foot end. The opening extends through the thickness of the lounge and is sized to admit a human head. The pool lounge may also include handles disposed on respective sides, and a head and cervical support disposed around the opening toward the foot end. In some embodiments, particularly where the pool lounge is not rigid enough to resist movement, it may carry a series of connected channels or pockets, and substantially rigid frame members may be connected within the channels or pockets to rigidify the structure.

Abstract: A recreational flotation device can comprise a closed container formed from a water-permeable material and containing a plurality of discrete floatable elements so the container is deformed and deformable by a user in the water to provide selection and variation in the manner in which a user's body can be supported above and under the water's surface. Articles that pose environmental disposal problems can be used as discrete floatable elements.

Abstract: An improved swim noodle system is described. The system has a first interlocking swim noodle including a first central core defining a first longitudinal axis coaxial with the first central core and a first periphery disposed about the first central core. The first elongated swim noodle further comprises alternating nodes and alcoves disposed about an entirety of the first periphery. The first nodes diverge outwardly from the first central core and extend longitudinally generally parallel to the first longitudinal axis. The first alcoves converge outwardly from the first central core and extend longitudinally generally parallel to the first longitudinal axis. The first nodes and the first alcoves are arranged to mate by resistance fit with the second elongated swim noodle.

Abstract: A beverage device comprising a beverage holder having an upper end and a lower end with the lower end having a beverage holder connector. A beverage holder support has a connecting end and a locking end. The locking end has a protruding portion having an outside diameter sized to fit inside a pool noodle and an annular wall having an inside diameter sized to fit around the pool noodle. The connecting end has a beverage holder support receiver for receiving the beverage holder connector.

Abstract: An improved swim noodle system is described. The system has a first interlocking swim noodle with a central core and at least one node, diverging outwardly from the central core, and at least one alcove, converging outwardly from the central core, wherein the node and alcove are arranged to mate by resistance fit with a second interlocking swim noodle.

Abstract: An amusement device is formed by an elongate, semi-rigid, floating tube assembly with an outer, sleeve-forming tube of soft, flexible, buoyant material and semi-rigid, modular, inner tubing inserted longitudinally into the sleeve. The inner tubing is assembled from a series of identical, rigid, tubular, plastic links each having ball and a socket joint at respective opposite ends rotatively engaged with respective socket and ball joints of adjacent links. The engaging/abutting surfaces of the joints form interference, watertight fits to join the links in end-to-end relation to any desired length and enabling the tube assembly to be transversely bent by a person into different stable shapes. A creaking sound, audible to a user, is emitted during rotative movement of the joints during transverse bending of the tube assembly.

Abstract: Multipurpose personal flotation devices are provided. The devices preferably feature a unique D-ring design and use a comfortable and effective closed cell foam as buoyant material. A partial internal frame helps make the flotation devices well adapted for aquatic exercise and aquatic therapy. Also provided are flotation devices that can be assembled and disassembled. Kits for assembling the devices are also provided herein.

Abstract: A rapid drying inflatable cushion for floating on water includes an inflatable element surrounded by a covering. The covering includes a top side adapted for the user and a bottom side made from a mesh adapted to interface with the water. The covering includes a sidewall, the sidewall has a portion which includes an opening which may be opened or shut by a zipper to permit the inflatable element to be placed in or removed from the covering. The inflatable element has a air valve which would be proximal the closed position of the zipper to allow ease of inflation or deflation. The mesh permits any water or other material which may have infiltrated the covering to exit when removed from the water, permitting the rapid drying inflatable cushion to rapidly dry.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a manufacture of an aquatic stabilizing locus inhibiting roving, comprising: a buoyant main body comprising; a top, sky-side, surface, a bottom, water-side, surface, at least one attachment loop secured to at least one attachment loop base; at least one water-side attachment loop, secured to at least one water-side attachment loop base; and at least one stabilizing line, wherein each end of the stabilizing line forms into fixed loops enabled to concatenate with at least one concatenation element, and wherein the stabilizing line is concatenated to the water-side attachment loop. Exemplary embodiments of means for inhibiting roving, of at least one object floating in an aquatic medium, by means of a stabilizing locus comprising: a means for providing buoyancy to the locus; a means for concatenating at least one device to the locus; a means for concatenating the locus to an object that inhibits locus aquatic roving.

Abstract: Fun “noodles,” elongated flexible tubes formed of closed-cellular foam plastic used for play in water, are provided with decorative wiggly waggly tails at their ends, the tails being capable of new play patterns and water splashing effects.

Abstract: A patient transporter having sponsons that provide buoyancy when deployed on water is provided. A sponson assembly formed by two sponsons connected to each other by a material, and which can be positioned beneath a patient transporter to provide buoyancy, is also provided.

Abstract: A flotation device that includes a plurality of elongated, tubular members each composed of a buoyant material and interconnected to one another such that each extends in parallel relation to the others and are independently movable relative to one another. The tubular members are movable between a fully deployed position wherein each of the tubular members extend in a common plane and a fully transportable position wherein each of the tubular members are arranged in bundled relation to one another. A pair of cords passes through and interconnects each of the plurality of tubular members together, and a carrying strap is connected to the tubes to provide ease of transporting the device.

Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a construction for a float, the construction comprising a flotation device having a top portion, a bottom portion and an opening disposed through the top portion and the bottom portion, a seat portion located proximate the bottom portion of the flotation device, and a side wall coupled between the seat portion and an edge of the opening, wherein the seat portion is configured to support a user at a location proximate the bottom portion of the flotation device.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.

Abstract: A support and seating apparatus, comprising land based and aquatic capabilities, is presented to support human beings, animals and accompanying objects. The apparatus comprises two back support bars, two torso support bars, two leg support bars and two arm support bars. Pluralities of floatable cylinders are disposed between the bars to enable the support and seating apparatus capable of seating on land and floating on water. The apparatus further comprise a removable shade and a propulsion system for enhanced functionality.

Abstract: Disclosed is a flotation platform engineered to permit aquatic based exercise routines in a pool or Shallow calm waters for fitness or rehabilitation. An exercise method directed for a total body workout. A raft that exercise routines are performed on water to reduce stress, as if compared to ones workout With heavy equipment or on hard surfaces. The workout raft includes a removable pillow to allow more Resistance for both upper and lower body. The raft includes flexible connectors for the arm rest for a Variety of arm exercises. The raft includes a quarter hole behind the users knees to allow the user to Bend the raft easily in and out of the water. Disclosed is a raft that works out about every part of the Body. It has a number of color coded chambers that can be inflated for the desired level of resistance.

Abstract: A method for anchoring comprises providing an anchoring apparatus comprising: a flexible and floatable pad, a self-coiling cord connected to the pad, and a suction cup connected to the self-coiling cord. The method further comprises providing a floatation device, attaching the suction cup to a surface, wherein the surface comprises at least one of a side of a pool and a hull of a boat, and resting a body part on the flotation device so that the pad is sandwiched between the body part and the flotation device and so as to anchor the flotation device in a position relative to the surface.

Abstract: An infant recreational floatation device is provided. In some embodiments, a floatation device for an infant is provided, the floatation device comprising an inflatable ring having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the inflatable ring includes: an air chamber having an upper chamber portion and a lower chamber portion that are divided by a layer; a cut through the air chamber of the inflatable ring that forms a first end of the inflatable ring and a second end of the inflatable ring, wherein the first end and the second end of the inflatable ring are displaced to insert a neck of the infant into an interior space; a plurality of cut-out portions adjacent to the interior space; and a plurality of fasteners placed on the top surface and the bottom surface of the inflatable ring that detachably connect the first end and the second end of the inflatable ring.

Abstract: The invention is a unique ergonomic personal flotation device suitable for comfortably supporting a human user while floating in a fairly calm water-based environment such as a swimming pool, lake or other natural body of water that allows a person using the flotation device to comfortably lie on their stomach, in order to provide even tanning on their backside. Likewise, the person can also comfortably lie on their back to get tanning on the front of their body. The ergonomic flotation device is comprised of a number of separate air chambers that provide an overall comfortable ergonomic experience when in use by a person. When lying on their stomach, there is provided an opening for the person's face with side air channels around the opening for comfort. When lying on their back, there is provided a separately inflatable lower back support chamber.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.

Abstract: A flotation control system that allows a user to place a first anchor base and a second anchor base operating in conjunction with respective retractable lines at opposite ends of an inflatable float. Each retractable line is secured to an outer bag that is used to protect an internal inner bag. The inner bag is filled with sand and sealed so that the outer bag, inner bag, and sand form an anchor. A user will release two anchors at opposite ends of the float. This function affords the user control over direction and drift.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, colored foam especially adapted for displaying three-dimensional display apparatus that is also capable of being used as a flotation device is envisioned. In one embodiment, the colored foam is ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), although other types of expanded plastics such as polystyrene are also contemplated. In one embodiment, the display apparatus consists of logos and/or names of sports teams, such as professional or collegiate football, baseball, soccer, and basketball teams.

Abstract: An apparatus for floatation of one or more persons on water includes a floatation device. The floatation device is sized for a single person and can be interlocked (i.e., secured) to additional floatation devices. Each individual floatation device is preferably made from an air-filled vinyl mattress or from foam. Each floatation device preferably includes at least one protrusion and at least one recess; however any desired combination of protrusions and recesses may be included. The protrusion of one individual floatation device interlocks within a recess of a second individual floatation device. A pair of retaining clips helps maintain each of the protrusions within the recesses. Any desired number of the individual floatation devices may be secured together to provide a larger overall floatation device for use by multiple persons while still providing each person their own personal floatation device.

Abstract: A floatable workstation including an inflatable base assembly including optional partitions disposed internally within an air receiving cavity of the tube to form one or more inflatable chambers, each chamber including a valve for inflating the chambers. The series of deck boards assemblies are provided having a non-skid upper surface and a dense hook and loop tape interface material on a bottom surface. A deck attachment textured surface is provided upon an upper surface of the inflatable base assembly for removably securing the series of deck boards. The deck boards can cover the upper surface of the inflatable base assembly and/or span between adjacently positioned inflatable base assemblies to provide an enlarged work surface. Adjacent inflatable base assemblies can be tethered to one-another using a carabineer or similar to fasten corner fastening members of each of the adjacently positioned inflatable base assemblies.

Abstract: An aquaplane including a pair of inflatable members, a connection assembly and a control assembly is provided. Each of the inflatable members has a leading end, a foot fixing portion and a back end, wherein the foot fixing portion is located between the leading end and the back end. The connection assembly is connected between the leading ends of the inflatable members, and the control assembly is disposed on the pair of inflatable members, and is located adjacent to the foot fixing portions. A user is capable of treading on the foot fixing portions of the aquaplane to drive the back ends of the two inflatable members to repeatedly close to each other and separate from each other, so as to drive the aquaplane to move forward on water.

Abstract: Disclosed is a flotation platform engineered to permit aquatic based exercise routines in a pool or Shallow calm waters for fitness or rehabilitation. An exercise method directed for a total body workout. A raft that exercise routines are performed on water to reduce stress, as if compared to ones workout With heavy equipment or on hard surfaces. The workout raft includes a removable pillow to allow more Resistance for both upper and lower body. The raft includes flexible connectors for the arm rest for a Variety of arm exercises. The raft includes a quarter hole behind the users knees to allow the user to Bend the raft easily in and out of the water. Disclosed is a raft that works out about every part of the Body. It has a number of color coded chambers that can be inflated for the desired level of resistance.