Abstract: An exercise apparatus may include an elongated tube disposed between a pair of handles. The elongated tube may be stretchable and flexible, making the exercise apparatus ideal for use in resistance training, amongst other sports and activities. The elongated tube may be attached to each handle by a grommet, a gasket, and an insert. An end of the elongated tube may be threaded through the gasket and may receive the insert, which prevents the end of the elongated tube from retreating back through the gasket. The grommet may be arranged on the gasket and affixed to a strap defining a portion of the handle.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus may include an elongated tube disposed between a pair of handles. The elongated tube may be stretchable and flexible, making the exercise apparatus ideal for use in resistance training, amongst other sports and activities. The elongated tube may be attached to each handle by a grommet, a gasket, and an insert. An end of the elongated tube may be threaded through the gasket and may receive the insert, which prevents the end of the elongated tube from retreating back through the gasket. The grommet may be arranged on the gasket and affixed to a strap defining a portion of the handle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to an automatic self cleaning litter box. In accordance with one embodiment, an apparatus is provided that includes a litter receptacle, a drive unit moveably coupled to the litter receptacle, and a sieve coupled to the drive unit such that the sieve possesses at least two degrees of freedom of movement relative to the litter receptacle and at least one degree of freedom of movement relative to the drive unit.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a pet litter organizer apparatus. In accordance with one embodiment, a receptacle for holding pet litter is provided. The receptacle has a base, a peripheral wall extending from the base, and an interior volume for receiving pet litter. The embodiment also includes a litter passage formed in the peripheral wall and configured to permit dispensing of pet litter from the interior volume through the litter passage. Additionally, the embodiment includes a dispensing mechanism movably coupled to the litter passage. The dispensing mechanism is adapted to regulate the flow of pet litter from the interior volume through the litter passage.