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 segmented flotation device available in a plurality of colors, sizes, and configurations is disclosed. Each flotation device includes one or more buoyant members strung together with an elastic band. A recessed cup at each end of the device stores a coupler which is in turn secured to the elastic band. The coupler is configured with couplers for interconnecting flotation devices to create a variety of shapes and structures such as grids, float mats, and long float lines. A cord lock may be provided on the elastic band for adjusting the preloaded tension. A plurality of flotation devices can be packaged with other accessories connectable to the devices for creating a seat, mat, island or other structure, for holding beverages, or for providing awning structure.

Abstract: A floatation device having a body portion, a first pillow portion attached to a first end of the body portion, and a second pillow portion attached to a second end of the body portion is provided. In this way, when a user laying on the floatation device desires to change positions, for example, change from laying on the back to laying on the stomach (or vice versa), yet desires to continue to have the user's head elevated by a pillow portion, the user can change position without dismounting the floatation device.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device is provided for assisting a user staying afloat and maintaining balance while performing exercises within a body of water. The device comprises a frame, a contoured body support bar, a pair of handles and a plurality of flotation and balance elements. The frame and body support bar form a “D” shape that surrounds a user's midsection when in use. Handles are disposed along the front of the device so that a user may grip the device to stabilize his or her upper body during use. The frame is encased in floatation foam to provide buoyancy. Additional balance and buoyancy is provided by larger balancing elements disposed around the floatation frame. A user may utilize the device for swimming or exercising in water in a variety of positions, particularly for the elderly, those with limited mobility or those unable to swim independently.

Abstract: A noodle apparatus adapted for using as swimming noodle, toy and/or cushioning includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and at least one elongated main body integrally extended between the first end portion and the second end portion. The main body is made of deformable and floatable material so that the swimming noodle is capable of floating on water. The main body has a predetermined cross section and is twisted in a spirally extending manner, wherein the elongated main body is arranged to be selectively stretched to fit a desirable need of a user.

Abstract: Luminous Envy Tanning Float is a device to promote even and accelerated tanning adapted for use in water preferably comprises the following components: a pair of angled, reflective, tan; a cushioned core-supported portion; a pillow; at least one cup holder; and at least one warning label to prevent sun-burning. A user-sunbather is comfortably supported via the inflatable flotation device for even and accelerated tanning during at least one sunbathing period on a body of water and/or land.

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 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: A sun shade designed for portability and selective angular orientation in a body of water. The device comprises an umbrella portion, together with at least two distally joined buoyant members to keep the umbrella from sinking. The umbrella portion's cover comprises generally opaque material to keep the sun's rays from penetrating. The user orients the expanded umbrella towards the sun and allows the umbrella to float on the buoyant members while the user is below the umbrella. The shape and selective angular orientation of the sun shade enable the user to block rays of the sun from 0° to 90° relative to the surface of the water.

Abstract: A double pillow flotation device that allows users to easily turn over while minimizing the risk of falling off the flotation device, which is accomplished in part by the use of multiple head supports at opposite ends of the flotation device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an underwater exercise and physical therapy device for joint release and spinal adjustment wherein a tube is worn on a user's upper body and weights are worn on the user's feet in a water tank having a predetermined depth wherein his feet are spaced apart from the bottom surface thereof to carry out underwater exercise and physical therapy by using the buoyant force of the tube and the gravity of the weights, thereby enabling his joints to be released, making his muscles reformed, and further adjusting and preventing his spinal diseases.

Abstract: A flotation device for supporting a user may include a flotation body, a connecting sleeve to detachably connect to the flotation body and a decorative member including a base portion to detachably connect to the connecting sleeve.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device is provided that has a body made of foam that extends 360° about an axis and at least partially defines a central aperture that extends through the axis. The body has an inner half with an outer surface oriented generally towards the central aperture. The body has an outer half with an outer surface oriented generally away from the central aperture. The entire outer surface of the outer half is convex in shape, and the outer surface of the inner half is convex in shape along an arc length of at least 270° of the inner half of the body about the axis. A ledge extends from the inner half and at least partially defines the central aperture.

Abstract: A floating bed includes a body having four edges, including an upper edge, a lower edge, and two side edges. The body is optionally made from foam materials or foam rubber materials, such as polyethylene (PE) or ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). The body has first and second surfaces that include a plurality of transverse concave and convex ridges that are optionally evenly distributed. Each concave ridge on the first surface optionally corresponds to a convex ridge on the second surface, and each convex ridge on the first surface optionally corresponds to a concave ridge on the second surface.

Abstract: The surf and rodeo ball of the present application comprises a lower semi spherical body having an outer surface sufficient to define a volume for displacing enough water to support the apparatus itself and one or more persons riding it. The surf and rodeo ball of the present application also comprises a higher portion comprising a rope, a rope hook ring, a rope hook, for each of the hands of the user and a central elevated structure to accommodate and support the user's body. In addition to providing the amusement and exercise device, the ball has uses as a floating safety device.

Abstract: An inflatable device that floats on water has an inflatable body that has a hollow interior, a speaker unit removably secured to the body, a battery box removably secured to the body, and wiring that electrically connects the speaker unit with the battery box. The wiring is housed inside a tube that extends inside the hollow interior of the body and exits the body at least one exit location, the wiring including a first electrical connector that is removably coupled to the speaker unit, and a second electrical connector that is removably coupled to the battery box.

Abstract: A floatation device for a pregnant woman is formed from a panels of an air impermeable material defining an inflatable chamber having an abdomen cavity passing there through to allow a pregnant woman rest on the floatation device while lying in a prone position. The unique torso cavity shape and cover encasing the chamber functionally combine to provide the woman an improved level of comfort when using the device. Internal structural support features, handles, and appropriate device dimensions can further combine to increase the level of comfort provided to the user.

Abstract: A rectangular sleeping pad includes a plurality of projections on one end; a plurality of through holes each correspondingly adjacent to the projection; a plurality of tongues each correspondingly distal the through hole; and a plurality of units each having a first slot at one side of the tongue and a second slot at the other side of the tongue, whereby partially pulling out the tongues will leave a plurality of spaces, and bending one end of the sleeping pad to insert the projections into the spaces, and inserting the tongues through the through holes will temporarily form a pillow.

Abstract: Luminous Envy Tanning Float is a device to promote even and accelerated tanning adapted for use in water preferably comprises the following components: a pair of angled, reflective, tan; a cushioned core-supported portion; a pillow; at least one cup holder; and at least one warning label to prevent sun-burning. A user-sunbather is comfortably supported via the inflatable flotation device for even and accelerated tanning during at least one sunbathing period on a body of water and/or land.

Abstract: A segmented flotation device available in a plurality of colors, sizes, and configurations is disclosed. Each flotation device includes one or more buoyant members strung together with an elastic band. A recessed cup at each end of the device stores a coupler which is in turn secured to the elastic band. The coupler is configured with couplers for interconnecting flotation devices to create a variety of shapes and structures such as grids, float mats, and long float lines. A cord lock may be provided on the elastic band for adjusting the preloaded tension. A plurality of flotation devices can be packaged with other accessories connectable to the devices for creating a seat, mat, island or other structure, for holding beverages, or for providing awning structure.

Abstract: A flotation apparatus including a frame configured to support a snorkeler lying in a prone position. A plurality, preferably six, of elongated arms are each pivotally attached at a proximal end thereof to the frame with a buoyant float positioned on a distal end of each arm for enhanced stability. Preferably, a propulsion apparatus is mounted to the frame and a control apparatus for operating the propulsion apparatus in a prone position is provided.

Abstract: A swim ring, including: at least one ring stabilizing a swim position of the swim ring; wings protruding upward from a base component or from the ring and configured with disengageable wing connectors; and suspenders configured to be attached on one side at the base component or at the ring and on the other side at the wings, wherein the ends of the suspenders are configured to be connected to the wings through disengageable suspender connectors, wherein a wing side suspender connector and a wing connector of a first wing are integrally combined to form a combined one piece wing side connector, wherein the combined one piece wing side connector, a suspender side suspender connector and a wing connector of a second wing are configured, so that establishing disengageable connections of the connectors with one another is only possible in a single connection configuration.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device is provided for assisting a user staying afloat and maintaining balance while performing exercises within a body of water. The device comprises a frame, a contoured body support bar, a pair of handles and a plurality of flotation and balance elements. The frame and body support bar form a “D” shape that surrounds a user's midsection when in use. Handles are disposed along the front of the device so that a user may grip the device to stabilize his or her upper body during use. The frame is encased in floatation foam to provide buoyancy. Additional balance and buoyancy is provided by larger balancing elements disposed around the floatation frame. A user may utilize the device for swimming or exercising in water in a variety of positions, particularly for the elderly, those with limited mobility or those unable to swim independently.

Abstract: An underwater viewing facility consisting of a buoyant platform, having a through-hole, the hole employs an underwater observation device in form of a transparent viewing chamber, preferred of a semi-spherical configuration, a chamber in which a person lying prone on the platform, can insert his entire head or at least his face, enjoying a panoramic wide angle sight.

Abstract: Buoyant cushions or the like are used and are adaptable for varied other uses, such cushions having physical properties that include buoyancy, weather-resistance, malleability, strength, and comfort to the user, and allows the cushion to be used dually as lounging floatations in bodies of water and as cushions adapted to compliment outdoor furniture or used as furniture. The chamber of each cushion is partially filled with polystyrene beads and the outer surface is defined primarily by a comfortable flexible fabric material to support a user and a flexible mesh fabric material to permit ingress and egress of water to the chamber, such materials being sewn together to form the cushion.

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 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 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: A buoyant wading aid has a generally U-shaped body. The body includes a front portion and rearwardly extending legs. A pair of handles are provided on the legs. A storage container may be tethered to the body of wading aid to be towed behind the body when in use. The storage container may be adjusted into a transport configuration between and supported by the legs. The handles may be rigidly attached to a frame that provides structural support for the body of the wading aid.

Abstract: This invention provides a board-style personal flotation and swimming device that has raised, soft sides that is intended to aid the user in keeping the torso and upper body on the board. This invention can assist experienced users in swimming while placing a small child/toddler/infant on their torso, on the board. This invention also contains varied number of elongated water squirting devices that are attached to the board, along the length of the board, below the surface of the water for recreational purposes, such as projectile water games wherein a stream of water is used as a projectile.

Abstract: A swim ring, including: at least one ring stabilizing a swim position of the swim ring; wings protruding upward from a base component or from the ring and configured with disengageable wing connectors; and suspenders configured to be attached on one side at the base component or at the ring and on the other side at the wings, wherein the ends of the suspenders are configured to be connected to the wings through disengageable suspender connectors, wherein a wing side suspender connector and a wing connector of a first wing are integrally combined to form a combined one piece wing side connector, wherein the combined one piece wing side connector, a suspender side suspender connector and a wing connector of a second wing are configured, so that establishing disengageable connections of the connectors with one another is only possible in a single connection configuration.

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: An inflatable device that floats on water has an inflatable body that has a hollow interior, a speaker unit removably secured to the body, a battery box removably secured to the body, and wiring that electrically connects the speaker unit with the battery box. The wiring is housed inside a tube that extends inside the hollow interior of the body and exits the body at at least one exit location, the wiring including a first electrical connector that is removably coupled to the speaker unit, and a second electrical connector that is removably coupled to the battery box.

Abstract: A submersible water toy for stunt based activities includes a main body portion constructed of a buoyant material. The main body portion defines an upper deck surface upon which the user can stand or otherwise be supported. The buoyancy of the main body portion is such that at least a portion of the user's weight is supported when used in a pool or other body of water.

Abstract: A device and method of use for the same adapted for aquatic exercise. The device includes an inner member and an outer foam member, each having a length much greater than its respective average outside diameters and both the inner member and an outer foam member having approximately the same length. The inner member adapted to be water-tight and being located substantially within the outer foam member. Where the inner member is more rigid than said outer foam member.

Abstract: An inflatable device that floats on water has an inflatable body that has a hollow interior, a speaker unit removably secured to the body, a battery box removably secured to the body, and wiring that electrically connects the speaker unit with the battery box. The wiring is housed inside a tube that extends inside the hollow interior of the body and exits the body at least one exit location, the wiring including a first electrical connector that is removably coupled to the speaker unit, and a second electrical connector that is removably coupled to the battery box.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a floatation device that includes a plurality of buoyant tubes in parallel relationship to one another, where each buoyant tube has a first end, a corresponding second end and a middle portion. Positioned between the plurality of buoyant tubes is a series of tethers capable of securing two or more buoyant tubes together. Preferably, there is at least one tether positioned between a first buoyant tube and a corresponding second buoyant tube, each tether including a first tether portion and a corresponding second tether portion. The floatation device includes a plurality of adjustable couplers, each positioned between the first tether portion and second tether portion. Each adjustable coupler is capable of expanding, contracting, and sizing a tether to a specific linear space to conform to a user's unique body size. Each buoyant tube is preferably made of polystyrene, can include fluorescent coloring and have ornamentation.

Abstract: A floating bed includes a body having four edges, including an upper edge, a lower edge, and two side edges. The body is optionally made from foam materials or foam rubber materials, such as polyethylene (PE) or ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). The body has first and second surfaces that include a plurality of transverse concave and convex ridges that are optionally evenly distributed. Each concave ridge on the first surface optionally corresponds to a convex ridge on the second surface, and each convex ridge on the first surface optionally corresponds to a concave ridge on the second surface.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device designed to elevate the head out of the water while keeping the lumbar spine slightly flexed and allowing vigorous kicking of the legs for weight loss and low impact aerobic conditioning. A swimmer swims on his back and holds onto handles, which keep the device stable and provide a secure frame while in the water. The preferred embodiment is formed from PVC pipe and polyethylene foam. The pipe components are glued together using standard PVC glue.

Abstract: A flotation platform device for support of scuba divers is disclosed. The flotation platform device comprises a plurality of flotation compartments attached together to form an arch shaped structure terminating in a tapered prow and connected to a pair of parallel flotation compartments terminating at an opposite end from the tapered prow, at least one sleeve affixed to a lower edge of a bottom portion of the pair of parallel flotation compartments, at least one sheet attached to a top portion of an inner peripheral edge of the device and at least one fastening means. The plurality of flotation compartments and the pair of parallel flotation compartments are sewn together and filled with a foam material to make the flotation platform device non-inflatable and light weight. The fastening means is designed to connect with at least one detachable strap that allows the flotation platform device to use as a backpack.

Abstract: A flotation recreational device consists of a buoyant vessel having a semispherical exterior surface and a sufficient internal area adapted to accommodate an operator. The vessel is configured to have a geometrical center which is a metacenter of a spherical buoyant body serving as a base of the partially-spherical exterior surface. The center of sphere is spaced from and located above the center of gravity of the operator, so the radius of sphere is greater than the height of said center of gravity. The stability of a vessel-operator system is determined by a stability of a distance between the metacenter and the center of gravity of the operator. The vessel can be in the form of a circular shell, an elliptical shell, or a barrel.

Abstract: A floatation device for a pregnant woman is formed from a panels of an air impermeable material defining an inflatable chamber having an abdomen cavity passing there through to allow a pregnant woman rest on the floatation device while lying in a prone position. The unique torso cavity shape and cover encasing the chamber functionally combine to provide the woman an improved level of comfort when using the device. Internal structural support features, handles, and appropriate device dimensions can further combine to increase the level of comfort provided to the user.

Abstract: A cover for a flotation device includes a single piece fabric configured and dimensioned so as to slip over and completely enclose an individual noodle type flotation device and adapted for removal and replacement by the same or another cover. The cover possesses reopenable closures such as drawstring, zipper, button, snap and/or hook and loop type closures at the ends of the cover or along its length.

Abstract: A baby cot (10), also called a baby bassinet, comprises a floatable base body (12) which is shaped and dimensioned such that it is suitable for accommodating a baby. The baby cot (10) also referred to as a baby bassinet furthermore comprises a cover (23) which is designed to close an open upper side of the base body (12) watertightly.

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 floatable workstation including an inflatable tube including a floor, 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. A plurality of handles are disposed on the corners of the inflatable tube or on a deck assembly. The deck assembly includes a plurality of deckboards assembled together to form a floorboard. The deckboards are either inserted within a recess above the floor of the tube or alternatively attached to the top of the tube. One or more deckboards may include a receptacle for removeably holding a bucket. A tether arrangement is attached to the floatable workstation for securely positioning the floatable workstation alongside a vessel allowing one or more persons to stand on the workstation to perform maintenance on the outer surfaces of a vessel. The tether arrangement includes tethers, a means for fastening the tethers to the handles, and suction mechanisms.

Abstract: An inflatable device that floats on water has an inflatable body that has a hollow interior, a speaker unit removably secured to the body, a battery box removably secured to the body, and wiring that electrically connects the speaker unit with the battery box. The wiring is housed inside a tube that extends inside the hollow interior of the body and exits the body at at least one exit location, the wiring including a first electrical connector that is removably coupled to the speaker unit, and a second electrical connector that is removably coupled to the battery box.

Abstract: A flotation recreational device consists of a buoyant vessel having a semispherical exterior surface and a sufficient internal area adapted to accommodate an operator. The vessel is configured to have a geometrical center which is a metacenter of a spherical buoyant body serving as a base of the partially-spherical exterior surface. The center of sphere is spaced from and located above the center of gravity of the operator, so the radius of sphere is greater than the height of said center of gravity. The stability of a vessel-operator system is determined by a stability of a distance between the metacenter and the center of gravity of the operator. The vessel can be in the form of a circular shell, an elliptical shell, or a barrel.

Abstract: The present invention is a floating island (FI), which is a buoyant apparatus for a watery environment such as, for example a swimming pool. The FI may be designed as a playful apparatus enabling users to safely climb upon the FI. The FI may be designed especially, yet not exclusively, for users such as children, toddlers and the like. The FI may comprise a buoyant-section that may be separated and sealed from a weight-section. The weight-section may be a hollow cavity walled by a substantially solid material, where the weight section's walls may comprise upper and lower holes to allow water enter and exit the chamber like cavity in the weight-section and function as a dynamic weight. The buoyant-section may allow floating of the FI.

Abstract: A counterweight assembly is provided to enhance heads up surface positioning of a person. The assembly includes a weight/ballast member strategically disposed on a cylinder/tank worn by a diver during a dive. The weight member can be attached by several different embodiments. Preferably, the weight member is attached such that the diver cannot release or adjust the weight member while he or she is diving. The weight member rotates the person to ensure heads up surface positioning in the event the person becomes incapacitated. Also provided are several other water safety and survival devices. Also disclosed is a combined ballast and signaling device preferably neutralized by attachment to an eccentrically buoyant personal flotation device.