Abstract: A mop head includes a collar and a braided cord comprised of a plurality of strands defining a core. The collar is positioned at a top end of the mop head such that the collar is capable of securing to a portion of a mop pole. The braided cord is arranged around the collar and attached to itself such that the cord forms a plurality of apertures and a plurality of loops. The bottom of the plurality of loops defines the bottom of the mop head, wherein the bottom of the mop head is capable of attached to the mop.

Abstract: A mop includes a mop pole, a quick connect mechanism mounted to the bottom of the mop pole and capable of attaching to a mop head, a lower handle grip mounted around a lower portion of the mop pole and configured to move axially along the mop pole, the lower handle grip being capable of attached to a mop head, an upper handle grip at least partially mounted around an upper portion of the mop pole and configured to move axially along the mop pole, and a rotational mechanism capable of imparting rotation into the mop pole in response to axial movement of the upper handle grip.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a collapsible filter apparatus. The collapsible filter apparatus includes an expandable top fluid retention portion, a filter portion and a collapsible funnel portion. These elements are joined to one another so as to provide fluid in need of filtering an expanded receptacle that can be collapsed for storage and transport.

Abstract: A caster wheel assembly includes a wheel mounted for rotation about a horizontal axis within a wheel carriage such that the wheel rotates about the horizontal axis with respect to the wheel carriage. The wheel carriage is positioned within a retention ring such that the wheel carriage can rotate about the vertical axis with respect to the retention ring. The wheel carriage also has an opening on the bottom surface such that the wheel can make contact with the ground. The horizontal axis about which the wheel rotates is offset from the vertical axis about which the wheel carriage rotates. An outer carriage may be included such that the outer carriage is positioned within the retention ring and the wheel carriage is positioned within the outer carriage. The outer carriage would be able to rotate about the vertical axis with respect to both the retention ring and the wheel carriage.

Abstract: A magnifying mirror apparatus for attachment to a mirror of a vanity area includes an annular frame and a magnifying mirror attached by a positioning arm to the annular frame. The annular frame defines an opening and has a front-facing side and a rear-facing side. The magnifying mirror is disposed generally within the opening of the annular frame and includes a first magnifying reflective body.

Abstract: A caster wheel assembly includes a wheel mounted for rotation about a horizontal axis within a wheel carriage such that the wheel rotates about the horizontal axis with respect to the wheel carriage. The wheel carriage is positioned within a retention ring such that the wheel carriage can rotate about the vertical axis with respect to the retention ring. The wheel carriage also has an opening on the bottom surface such that the wheel can make contact with the ground. The horizontal axis about which the wheel rotates is offset from the vertical axis about which the wheel carriage rotates. An outer carriage may be included such that the outer carriage is positioned within the retention ring and the wheel carriage is positioned within the outer carriage. The outer carriage would be able to rotate about the vertical axis with respect to both the retention ring and the wheel carriage.

Abstract: A mop includes a mop pole, a quick connect mechanism mounted to the bottom of the mop pole and capable of attaching to a mop head, a lower handle grip mounted around a lower portion of the mop pole and configured to move axially along the mop pole, the lower handle grip being capable of attached to a mop head, an upper handle grip at least partially mounted around an upper portion of the mop pole and configured to move axially along the mop pole, and a rotational mechanism capable of imparting rotation into the mop pole in response to axial movement of the upper handle grip.

Abstract: A mop head includes a collar and a braided cord comprised of a plurality of strands defining a core. The collar is positioned at a top end of the mop head such that the collar is capable of securing to a portion of a mop pole. The braided cord is arranged around the collar and attached to itself such that the cord forms a plurality of apertures and a plurality of loops. The bottom of the plurality of loops defines the bottom of the mop head, wherein the bottom of the mop head is capable of attached to the mop.

Abstract: An automatic hair dryer that automatically operates when held or touched by a hand. The air volume and degree of heat also may be automatically adjusted using humidity and temperature sensors, thereby simplifying operation and control for the user. The hair dryer automatically shuts off after use, thereby promoting energy conservation and safety.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a collapsible filter apparatus. The collapsible filter apparatus includes an expandable top fluid retention portion, a filter portion and a collapsible funnel portion. These elements are joined to one another so as to provide fluid in need of filtering an expanded receptacle that can be collapsed for storage and transport.

Abstract: A scent attachment for a vacuum cleaner. The attachment is a mount with one or more slots adapted to receive one or more scent inserts or discs. The scent inserts may be held securely in the slots by pressure, friction, a spring-lock mechanism, a tab, a lever, or other similar means. The mount is located in the airflow pathway, and introduces a scent into the air being discharged from the vacuum cleaner. The mount may be located on or integrated with the vacuum filter in the debris container.

Abstract: A scent machine includes a housing defining an interior chamber with a top cone in which is defined a top opening and a slot defined circumferentially in a wall of the top cone. The machine further includes a filter housed and a fan housed within the chamber. The slot receives a fragrance-infused disc.

Abstract: An expandable multi-compartment luggage having a second luggage bag hingeably attached to the first luggage bag. The second luggage bag having an upper portion and a collapsible lower portion. The collapsible lower portion being moveable between a collapsed position to an expanded position defining a lower interior compartment. The luggage also including a dividing wall disposed between the upper and lower portions of the second luggage bag, and which is movable from a closed position dividing the upper interior compartment of the second luggage bag and the lower interior compartment of the second luggage bag and an open position with the upper interior compartment of the second luggage bag being in communication with the lower interior compartment of the second luggage bag.