Abstract: Disclosed herein is a printable paper comprising a cellulose-based substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, wherein the printable paper has a 2-minute Cobb sizing value of less than 20 g/m2, and wherein the first surface, the second surface, or both has a surface energy of greater than 37 dynes/cm. Further disclosed herein are shipping mailers, such as those derived from the printable papers, and recyclable flexible packaging containers, such as those comprising the printable papers. A method of making a recyclable flexible packaging container is also disclosed herein.

Abstract: A pin comprises an inner element and an outer sleeve. The inner element is insertable into and removable from the outer sleeve, and the outer surface of the inner element and the inner surface of the outer sleeve are tapered along at least a part of their lengths.

Abstract: Representative embodiments provide for a lap support system in which a support includes a first fastener. A leg strap can be releasably secured to a user's thigh with a second fastener configured to releasably engage the first fastener and thereby attach the support to the user. The leg strap can be mounted to the thigh and the support can be operably and selectively attached and detached to and from the leg strap without requiring coincidental attachment and detachment of the leg strap to and from the thigh.