Abstract: The present invention provides a therapeutic massage device having a tapered cylindrical body, a flat base and a dome-shaped top. The therapeutic massage device of the present invention is manufactured from a natural material, such as natural cork tree bark, that is free of rubbers and/or adhesives. The therapeutic massage device may be manufactured by shaping the desired shape from a single piece of raw natural material.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a permissions wizard for an immersive training sharing economy hub. A hub system, comprising a memory device operatively coupled to a processing device, where the processing device is configured to run a permissions wizard module and assign permissions and optionally security levels to a listing. The permissions wizard module implements a workflow based on the user type and applies a predetermined permissions map to provide a permissions recommendation for the listing.

Abstract: An interactive cloud-based toy for children having a communicator located in the housing of the toy. The communicator has electronic circuitry operatively coupled to a cloud database for transmitting and receiving data. The cloud database corroborates and aggregates data across toys, third party cloud services, and provides customized content to the communicator. The cloud database is operatively connected to the electronic circuitry and is capable of receiving commands therefrom and transmitting data thereto. The cloud database includes provision for authorization of the user and a sensor group. Parent permissions tables and child friends list in the cloud create boundaries of play for the interactive cloud-based toy.

Abstract: Grip handles for coupling to a resistance force provided by exercise equipment, resistance bands, or a user's own bodyweight. Each grip handle is defined by an increasing outer surface circumference along a length of the grip handle to form a generally conical shaped handhold attached to a rigid or flexible member, where the rigid or flexible member is coupled at an apex of the grip handle. The generally conical shaped handhold provides a comfortable and ergonomic surface to securely distribute the grip force of the user during exercise movements, thus significantly reducing pressure points and grip requirements of current exercise handles.

Abstract: The present disclosure presents a multi-purpose pole grip design in a generally conical shape to resist a user's hand from sliding off it while under axial loading. The present disclosure provides a more ergonomic and comfortable handle that requires less grip strength thus making it a prime design for poles used in sports like skiing and hiking and general walking sticks, including canes.

Abstract: The present disclosure presents a multi-purpose pole grip design in a generally conical shape to resist a user's hand from sliding off it while under axial loading. The present disclosure provides a more ergonomic and comfortable handle that requires less grip strength thus making it a prime design for poles used in sports like skiing and hiking and general walking sticks, including canes.

Abstract: Grip handles for coupling to a resistance force provided by exercise equipment, resistance bands, or the user's own bodyweight. Each grip handle is defined by an increasing outer surface circumference along the length of the handle to form a generally conical shaped handhold attached to a rigid or flexible member. Where, the member is coupled at the apex of the grip handle. The generally cone shaped handle provides a comfortable and ergonomic surface to securely distribute the user's grip force during the exercise movements, thus significantly reducing the pressure points and grip requirements of current exercise handles. Where in one embodiment, the flexible member may be a resistance band or in another embodiment, it may be a rope or other type of flexible cable attached to a cable pull machine, suspension trainer anchor, or other type of exercise machine.

Abstract: An interactive cloud-based toy for children having a communicator located in the housing of the toy is provided. The communicator has electronic circuitry operatively coupled to a cloud database for transmitting and receiving data through a Bluetooth connection with a smart device. The cloud database corroborates and aggregates data across toys, third party cloud services, and provides customized content to the communicator. The cloud database is operatively connected to the electronic circuitry and is capable of receiving commands therefrom and transmitting data thereto. The cloud database includes provision for authorization of the user and a sensor group.

Abstract: Grip handles for coupling to a resistance force provided by exercise equipment, resistance bands, or the user's own bodyweight. Each grip handle is defined by an increasing outer surface circumference along the length of the handle to form a generally conical shaped handhold attached to a rigid or flexible member. Where, the member is coupled at the apex of the grip handle. The generally cone shaped handle provides a comfortable and ergonomic surface to securely distribute the user's grip force during the exercise movements, thus significantly reducing the pressure points and grip requirements of current exercise handles. Where in one embodiment, the flexible member may be a resistance band or in another embodiment, it may be a rope or other type of flexible cable attached to a cable pull machine, suspension trainer anchor, or other type of exercise machine.

Abstract: The present disclosure presents a multi-purpose pole grip design in a generally conical shape to resist a user's hand from sliding off it while under axial loading. The present disclosure provides a more ergonomic and comfortable handle that requires less grip strength thus making it a prime design for poles used in sports like skiing and hiking and general walking sticks, including canes.

Abstract: An interactive cloud-based toy for children having a communicator located in the housing of the toy. The communicator has electronic circuitry operatively coupled to a cloud database for transmitting and receiving data. The cloud database corroborates and aggregates data across toys, third party cloud services, and provides customized content to the communicator. The cloud database is operatively connected to the electronic circuitry and is capable of receiving commands therefrom and transmitting data thereto. The cloud database includes provision for authorization of the user and a sensor group. Parent permissions tables and child friends list in the cloud create boundaries of play for the interactive cloud-based toy.

Abstract: An interactive educational system for elementary school age children is provided. There is a base module having a housing that has an outer configuration and may take a variety of shapes. The housing includes retaining sockets used to retain arms, legs, or other accessories or to the system. The base module includes a transceiver, a group of one or more sensors and effectors, control circuitry that operates the system, and a power supply which powers the module. Data from the sensors and effectors is displayed on the video display and passed wireless to a smart device hosting an interactive application. The base module has a wireless transceiver for receiving control data from the smart device and sending sensor/effector data and base module state information to the smart device. The sensor group includes various sensors such as a temperature sensor, a light sensor and an accelerometer.

Abstract: Grip handles for coupling to a resistance force provided by exercise equipment, resistance bands, or the user's own bodyweight. Each grip handle is defined by an increasing outer surface circumference along the length of the handle to form a generally conical shaped handhold attached to a rigid or flexible member. Where, the member is coupled at the apex of the grip handle. The generally cone shaped handle provides a comfortable and ergonomic surface to securely distribute the user's grip force during the exercise movements, thus significantly reducing the pressure points and grip requirements of current exercise handles. Where in one embodiment, the flexible member may be a resistance band or in another embodiment, it may be a rope or other type of flexible cable attached to a cable pull machine, suspension trainer anchor, or other type of exercise machine.

Abstract: There is provided space-based toys that are present on space vehicles like the International Space Station, equipment on the launch pad awaiting launch to space, toys in transit from earth to space, toys in space where they may be in orbit around planets or other bodies or even traveling through space. The space-based toy may be a payload installed on a space object, may be a complete and self-sustaining space vehicle, or may integrate into a payload or space vehicle with the ability to gather additional input or to influence or control the equipment or space vehicle. The space-based toy is constructed to withstand the environment of earth, space, and heavenly bodies, as required. The space-based toy has its own set of sensors and/or actuators and are able to communicate wirelessly with other space-based toys and earth-based toys using a traditional ground system.

Abstract: An interactive cloud-based toy for children having a communicator located in the housing of the toy is provided. The communicator has electronic circuitry operatively coupled to a cloud database for transmitting and receiving data through a Bluetooth connection with a smart device. The cloud database corroborates and aggregates data across toys, third party cloud services, and provides customized content to the communicator. The cloud database is operatively connected to the electronic circuitry and is capable of receiving commands therefrom and transmitting data thereto. The cloud database includes provision for authorization of the user and a sensor group.

Abstract: An interactive educational system for elementary school age children is provided. There is a base module having a housing that has an outer configuration and may take a variety of shapes. The housing includes retaining sockets used to retain arms, legs, or other accessories or to the system. The base module includes a transceiver, a group of one or more sensors and effectors, control circuitry that operates the system, and a power supply which powers the module. Data from the sensors and effectors is displayed on the video display and passed wireless to a smart device hosting an interactive application. The base module has a wireless transceiver for receiving control data from the smart device and sending sensor/effector data and base module state information to the smart device. The sensor group includes various sensors such as a temperature sensor, a light sensor and an accelerometer.

Abstract: Grip handles for coupling to a resistance force provided by exercise equipment, resistance bands, or the user's own bodyweight. Each grip handle is defined by an increasing outer surface circumference along the length of the handle to form a generally conical shaped handhold attached to a rigid or flexible member. Where, the member is coupled at the apex of the grip handle. The generally cone shaped handle provides a comfortable and ergonomic surface to securely distribute the user's grip force during the exercise movements, thus significantly reducing the pressure points and grip requirements of current exercise handles. Where in one embodiment, the flexible member may be a resistance band or in another embodiment, it may be a rope or other type of flexible cable attached to a cable pull machine, suspension trainer anchor, or other type of exercise machine.