Abstract: A hunting apparel comprises a band having opposing elasticized ends, or made of elastic material. One side of the band is hunter orange, and the other side is a camouflage. The band is sized to expose the required area of hunter orange to meet local hunting laws, and is reversible so that the hunter can choose which to expose, hunter orange or camouflage by either first donning the band, or inverting the band if already donned.

Abstract: A massaging glove assembly for massaging various areas of a user's body. The massaging glove assembly includes a glove having a hand portion and a plurality of finger portions a thumb portion being extended from the hand portion; and also includes a plurality of balls being movably disposed near ends of the finger portions and the thumb portion; and further includes a vibrating assembly being attached to the glove for vibrating the balls.

Abstract: A head covering made of a flexible material member wherein the flexible material member includes an inside surface, an outside surface and at least three corners. A first portion of the flexible material member is formed between the first corner and the second corner and is inclusive of the first and second corner. A first fastener is used to secure the first corner in close proximity to the second corner. A second fastener is used to secure the third corner to the first portion. In another embodiment disclosed, a first fastener is used to connect the first corner to the third corner and a second fastener is used to connect the second corner to the third corner. In both embodiments, an opening is provided to receive a pony tail therethrough.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a first curved band portion and a second curved band portion. The first curved band portion has a first end, a second end, an inner curved side and an outer curved side. The first curved band portion defines a passageway between the first end and the second end of the first curved band portion. The passageway has a first opening. The second curved band portion has a first end, a second end, an inner curved side and an outer curved side. A motion-restraint portion is proximate to the first end of the second curved band portion. The first end of the second curved band portion is insertable into the first opening of the passageway of the first curved band portion. The first curved band portion has a range of motion within the passageway of the second curved band portion.

Abstract: A stocking to be worn on a foot of a person, includes a tube of thin stretch nylon material having a main body and an end portion which forms a continuation of the main body, the end portion having a first open end and the main body having a second opposite open end, the main body and the end portion each having opposite first and second side edges when flattened, the end portion being folded back onto the main body along a fold line such that the first side edges are in alignment and the second side edges in alignment; and stitching connected between the first side edges and between the second side edges so that the first open end of the end portion remains open.

Abstract: A protective headgear is provided that includes a pair of ear guards, each having generally crescent-shaped or kidney-shaped core. Preferably, a pattern of vent openings is provided in the core to connect the interior and exterior surfaces. A one-piece removable ear guard covering of a flexible material covers each ear guard. The covering has a core portion with vents that communicate with the vents on the core to allow a wearer to hear. The covering also includes a peripheral edge portion that extends between the core portion and a peripheral edge and covers the exterior surface of the core. The covering also includes an interior peripheral edge portion for extending about a portion of the interior surface of the core. A layer of cushioning material, preferably gel cushioning material, may be positioned along the interior surface of the peripheral edge of the cover.

Abstract: Injury protective clothing for children and the elderly would help protect them from injury of the neck, breast area, upper and lower back, knees and ankles. The clothing consists of either inflated or energy-absorption annular, moisture-proof, non-inflammable closures placed around injury-susceptible areas of the body. The protective clothing could be decorative with stars, stripes, flowers, birds, butterflies, animals, rings, diamond shapes, hearts and whatever else would be appealing to children and the elderly. Persons of all ages could wear the protective gear, but this application targets those most vulnerable to injury,—children because of their being so active, climbing trees, fences, ladders, and jumping off high places. Children take chances more than adults would. The protective accessory includes injury protection within the vehicle.

Abstract: Containers, in particular containers for cleaning and deodorizing products which are hung over the rim of a toilet bowl, have an outer container having an upper and a lower section. The upper section has a number of apertures, which enable flushing water to enter the container. Located within the outer container is an inner container for holding the composition in liquid or gel form. The flushing water dissolves a portion of the liquid or gel and washes back out of the apertures.

Abstract: A drain stopper for use in closing a drain opening in a receptacle such as, but not limited to, a sink or a tub. The drain stopper has a central region for frictionally engaging the conduit defining the opening. The central region having a first surface and an opposing surface, each of the surfaces having respective protrusions allowing for removal thereof. The double-sided drain stopper allowing for removal of the stopper even if it becomes inverted.

Abstract: A portable soaking and bath pan is provided for treating perineal wounds of a bedridden patient. The pan comprises a bottom portion having a generally flat lower surface for being supported upon the patient's bed and upwardly and outwardly flaring sides that define a relatively wide and shallow treatment area that can receive the thighs and buttocks of the patient to be treated. A collection reservoir or basin is formed within the bottom portion immediately beneath the treatment area which is used to collect cleansing fluid as the patient is treated. The collection reservoir has a drain outlet that is used to convey the accumulated cleansing fluid from the reservoir through flexible tubing to a discharge receptacle in the patient's room. A discharge valve controls the flow of cleansing fluid from the reservoir. A handheld, detachable spray head mounted to the pan is provided as a means of introducing cleansing fluid into the treatment area.

Abstract: A skimmer protector with integral blow tube is a hollow, substantially closed, blow-molded body of resilient resin material having a cylindrical projection on one end with external screw threads for threading into the intake pipe of a swimming pool skimmer with an open integral tube running from and through said screw threaded portion to an opening elsewhere on its blow-molded body. The cylindrical projection on the body of the device is intended and designed to be threaded into the intake pipe or other part of a pool skimmer. When connected thereto, the skimmer protector is positioned to absorb/buffer the forces exerted by the expansion of ice as it freezes within the walled regions of the skimmer. The aforesaid integral tube serves to create a sealed air space between the tube and the outer walls. This sealed air space helps to resiliently stiffen the body of the skimmer protector, allowing it to better perform its function in absorbing ice expansion pressure.

Abstract: An improved shower apparatus is provided where a two-way selector valve is placed between a pre-existing shower head and a pipe to selectively allow water to flow between the shower head and a flexible rubber hose connected to a substantially cylindrical member. The member has a plurality of holes disposed along its length to create a horizontal triangular water spray. The bottom end of the member is removably attached to a wall of the shower and the rubber hose is looped around a retainer housing to provide vertical height adjustment.

Abstract: A sink attachment having a basin, a drain tube, and a sealing member is disclosed. The sink attachment provides for simultaneously draining tap water or other liquids and sealing the sink. The attachment may be relocated without having to remove the sealing member from the sink drain.

Abstract: A faucet thermal monitoring system for verifying the temperature of water being delivered through a faucet. The faucet thermal monitoring system includes a housing which is couplable to a spout of a faucet and thermally conductive such that heat is conducted between water flowing through the spout and the housing and a liquid crystal temperature panel coupled to the housing providing a visual indication of the temperature of the water flowing through the tap.

Abstract: A patient transfer assembly using the movement of a structure as a source of power for moving a sheet across a structure having a transfer surface, a stationary base and a movable platform. The patient transfer assembly includes a gripper adapted for attached to the sheet on the transfer surface and a cable coupled to the gripper and entrained around a guide pulley fixed relative to the movable platform. When the movable platform moves from one position to a second position, the cable pulls the gripper thereby pulling the sheet and moving the patient. The patient transfer assembly may also include a second cable and drive shaft to assist in moving the patient as well as a trapeze to assist in rotating or lifting the patient.

Abstract: A patient transfer assembly for moving a sheet on a structure having a transfer surface. The patient transfer assembly includes a gripper adapted for attachment to the sheet, a drive shaft, a cable connected to the gripper and connected to the drive shaft, and a handle connected to the drive shaft for rotating the drive shaft. The handle is adapted to be positioned at a level that is ergonomically comfortable for the user during operation of the assembly. The patient transfer assembly may also include an adjustably positionable idler shaft for guiding the cable between the drive shaft and the transfer surface. Further embodiments of the patient transfer assembly may include an adjustably positionable extension arm for rotation of the drive shaft.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a rise assist device comprising a handrail in the form of a convoluted section attached to a vertical pole, and stabilized by a bed frame attachment member and a floor contacting base frame. Alternatively, the device may be wall mounted, being stabilized by a system of mounted wall brackets. The device further includes an upper curved, horizontal leveraging handle, which extends from the pole-like support structure. Specifically, the present invention allows the user to build momentum by pushing off the upper hand grip, and allows the user to control the momentum by regaining balance, and readjusting posture, by gripping the lower handrail member. Additionally, the user can use the curved grip with one hand, while simultaneously reaching for the handrail during the rising movement thereby allowing the user to support himself or herself as they rise out of bed.

Abstract: An adjustable co-sleeper nest is described. The invention, in a first embodiment, comprises a baby crib having a removable front wall and four supporting rails attached to the back and side walls of the crib structure. A platform having a back wall, first and second side walls, and a reduced height front wall formed of flexible material is adjustably suspended from the supporting rails. A mattress pad is supported upon the platform structure within the walls of the platform. The platform and mattress pad extend beyond the side walls of the crib for a predetermined distance so that the mattress will fit snugly against the edge of a parental bed. Various means are provided for adjusting and securing the height of the co-sleeper platform. Strapping means are provided for securing the crib to the side of the parental bed. In a second embodiment, the co-sleeper nest is free-standing within an existing crib, bearing against the rear wall of the crib.

Abstract: A sleeping apparatus has an outer layer having an inner liner superimposed and coextensive with the outer layer and connected to each other, and an amusement feature provided on either the outer surface of the inner liner or the outer surface of the outer layer. A rigid pad can be positioned between the inner liner and the outer layer, or coupled to the outer surface of either the inner liner or the outer layer. As an alternative, the sleeping apparatus can have a panel having a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. This sleeping apparatus also includes a blanket portion coupled to the panel in a manner to define an internal sleeping space.

Abstract: A bumper apparatus for a patient support including a body pivotally coupled to the patient support. A biasing mechanism is configured to align a longitudinal axis of the body in a generally horizontal position extending away from the patient support.

Abstract: A patient support including a frame, a head portion, a foot portion and a seat portion. The foot portion includes a removable foot section and laterally spaced foot supports configured to define a central opening therebetween. The foot supports are configured to move about a substantially vertical axis and about a substantially horizontal axis. A position adjustment mechanism is provided for locking the foot supports in desired positions relative to the frame. A light assembly is supported by the foot portion. Likewise, calf supports are coupled to the foot supports and are adjustable between storage and use positions. An actuator is provided to move the head portion relative to the seat and foot portions. A release system is coupled to the actuator to facilitate rapid lowering of the head portion of the patient support.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress comprises a flexible bottom layer, a top layer sealed to the bottom layer through a wall, wherein the bottom and top layers and the wall define an outer frame of the inflatable mattress, and a middle layer disposed between the top and bottom layers. The bottom surface of the middle layer is sealed to the bottom layer through a plurality of laterally disposed I-beam structures to form a lower chamber. The top surface is attached to the top layer through a plurality of X-beam structures to form an upper chamber. A peripheral edge of the middle layer may be sealed with the wall to prevent the upper and lower chambers from being in fluid communication with each other. Alternatively, the peripheral edge may be detached from the wall so that the upper and lower chambers are in fluid communication with each other.

Abstract: A mattress having a head end and a foot end comprises a first support section configured to support an occupant's feet, legs, and seat, and a second support section located adjacent the head end of the mattress to support an occupant's back and head. A portion of the head support section is movable toward the head end of the mattress as the second support section is moved to an elevated position relative to the first support section.

Abstract: A folding multipurpose hand tool including folding pliers or scissors and other tool blades and bits. A pair of handles each has a pivot axle at each end. A base of each pliers jaw or scissors blade is mounted on the pivot axle at one end of a handle, allowing the handles to fold around the jaws to blades to a compact folded configuration of the tool. Each handle has frame side members with attached flanges. Elongate springs lie between the handle frame side members and fit around the flanges, rather than being riveted to the handle frame side members. The springs press against the base of each pliers jaw or other tool blade, to keep each in a folded position or support it in a deployed position. One end of a spring may be hooked around a spring retainer at one end of the handle. The pivot axles interconnect the handle frame side members and the jaws, blades, or tool bits.

Abstract: A method for dry-cleaning garments which comprises treating the garments with a mixture of dipropylene glycol tertiary-butyl ether (DPTB) and water for a period of time sufficient to effect dry-cleaning, wherein the weight ratio of DPTB to water is at least 9:1.

Abstract: Anionic coloring agents comprising at least one spacer arm bounded to their chemical structure. These anionic coloring agents have the following general formula: CA-BE, wherein, CA is an anionic coloring agent comprising at least a cromophore group; and BE is the spacer arm, which has the following chemical structure: —(X—R—Z)r, wherein X is a direct link or a group having the formula —S(O)s, wherein s is 0, 1 or 2; or —NR1—, wherein, R1 is hydrogen or a C1-C10 alkyl group; R is a C1-C10 straight or branched alkylene group: Z is a polar group; and r is an integer equal or higher than 1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the production of a dye preparation from madder root, comprising extraction of madder root in water at a temperature below 70-75° C., preferably below 65° C., while providing oxygen to the reaction mixture of madder root in water to obtain the dye preparation and to the dye preparation thus obtained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sulfur dye protection systems and compositions and methods employing same, as well as processes for making sulfur dyes, especially bleach stable sulfur dyes, processes for dying textiles with sulfur dyes and textiles dyed by such processes. More particularly, the present invention relates to modifying existing dyes and/or making newly formed sulfur dyes. Even more particularly, the present invention relates to materials that can chemically or physically interact with sulfur dyes to protect the sulfur dyes from oxidation by oxidizing agents, such as bleaching agents.

Abstract: A device for deodorizing and disinfecting a shoe by means of irradiation of biocidal ultraviolet (UV) light into the shoe interior. The device includes a substantially tubular light pipe that at one end incorporates a UV lamp connected to a power source, while the opposite end of the light pipe is inserted into a shoe. The inserted end may be covered by a protective cover fabricated of a thin polymer film that is substantially transparent in the UV spectral range. The light pipe has a reflective inner surface.

Abstract: An improved swimming pool brush employing a true wing shape. Consisting of a leading edge continuing to a wing surface that is decreasing in its radius, concave or continually converging toward its leading edge, terminating at the trailing edge. This decreasing radius will empart a greater down force as the liquid passes over the surface, urging the brush against the surface being cleaned. A plurality of slots are incorporated into the surface to allow water to pass through to the rear of the wing surface which acts to cancel out any drag producing low pressure areas. On the return stroke, these slots allow water to pass from back to front decreasing the drag on the brush for effortless retrieval.

Abstract: In a cleaning system which uses balls made of spongy material for cleaning fluid conducting tubing a ball collector having a housing with inlet and outlet ports, the outlet port having a strainer screen which allows fluid but not the balls to pass, and an access port with a releasable cover sealed with an O-ring. The cover is of metal frame construction with a transparent center, preferably preferably comprised of a pyrex glass member encased in a metal sleeve.

Abstract: A drain cleaning apparatus has a remotely adjustable cable feed control. The drain cleaning apparatus includes a rotatable cable drum that carries a drain cleaning cable. Also included is a cable advancing mechanism. The cable is adapted to pass from the cable drum and through the cable advancing mechanism. The cable is also adapted to rotate about its feed or longitudinal axis when the cable drum is rotated. The cable advancing mechanism includes a plurality of rollers for engaging the cable. The rollers are selectively adjustable among a cable displacing position and a neutral position. A guide conduit assembly is coupled to the cable advancing mechanism. The rollers may be selectively adjusted between the cable displacing and the neutral positions by an operator remotely rotating the guide conduit.

Abstract: A toothbrush for pets and animals, which easily conforms to compound and complex shapes of an animal's teeth, and which cleans substantially all surfaces of an animal's tooth at the same time, during brushing. The toothbrush is capable of being used with minimum visibility of the animal's teeth, as the animal may not always be cooperative during the teeth brushing process. The toothbrush is durable, long lasting, easy to manufacture, light weight, inexpensive, safe to use, attractive, sturdy, and of simple construction.

Abstract: A surface cleaning device comprising a broom (1) and a brush (2), each having bristles (4, 5) on the side facing the surface to be cleaned (3) wherein the broom (1) and the brush (2) can be affixed one to the other in a fashion which can be detached without damage and wherein the bristles (4, 5) at the broom (1) and the brush (2) form a functional unit (6) when the brush (2) is affixed to the broom (1).

Abstract: A cleaning brush for a power-driven pool cleaner having a rotatable shaft incorporates a flexible web having first and second opposing edges, the first edge having at least one first element extending in the direction of the first edge, and the second edge having at least one second element extending in the direction of the second edge. The web is deformable about the rotatable shaft to bring the first and second edges into contact, with the first element being in spaced relation to the second element such that the first element is aligned with the second element. Additionally, a positive locking structure is provided to hold the first and second elements together in a secure, locking fit.

Abstract: Assembly of a cleansing device and one or more substantially flat cleansing elements for single use, in particular intended for the cleansing of a toilet bowl, the cleansing device comprising at least a handle with a head, while the cleansing elements are provided on one side, at least locally, with an adhesive for temporarily attaching the cleansing element to the head of the cleansing device, in which assembly the cleansing device comprises release means for releasing the cleansing element after use.

Abstract: A drinks machine is described, in particular a coffee machine with an entry device for solid cleaning agent, in particular in pressed form. With this drinks machine the user-friendliness and safety during cleaning are to be improved. For this purpose the provision of an automatically dosing, enclosed dosage device for the cleaning agent is suggested which includes a spout, a storage container protected from the spout and at least one dosage unit.

Abstract: A motor bracket is attached at one end of a vehicle body so as to be able to slide, and is fixed at the other end to the vehicle body. And weak points are provided in the vicinity of a motor bracket fixing section. Weak points are also provided in the vicinity of a first fixing section of a first pivot holder. On the other hand, weak points are also provided in the vicinity of a second fixing section of a second pivot holder. Since the motor bracket slides and becomes detachable if the weak points are ruptured, it is possible to absorb an impact at the wiper motor. Since the first and second pivot holders are also detached if the weak points and weak points are ruptured, it is possible to improve the overall impact absorbing performance of the vehicle wiper assembly.

Abstract: Pre-windshield wiper auxiliary device which is detachably parallelly mounted on the arched arm of the windshield wiper. The auxiliary device includes an auxiliary unit and connecting members. The auxiliary unit includes a seat body provided with a wiping member and brush hairs. Each connecting member includes an upper bracket one end of which is resiliently connected with the seat body of the auxiliary unit. The wiping member of the seat body is section by section connected with several arched arms which are pivotally connected with the seat body, whereby the wiping member can more resiliently snugly attach to the arched surface of the windshield.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a wiper blade structure for an automobile comprising: a rubber molded in such a manner that a blade and a spoiler are integrally formed; two vertebrae inserted at both sides of the rubber with lying on the same plane; and a fastener encompassing and fixing the rubber and two vertebrae at both ends of the rubber.

Abstract: In a method for producing wiper arm and a wiper arm produced by the method a tongue for a rotary angle limiting is punched on a hinge part and correlates with a recess in the hinge part.

Abstract: An extraction surface cleaning apparatus is provided having an extraction head adapted to be moved over a floor surface to be cleaned, a handle mounted to the extraction head for grasping by a user and propelling the extraction head over the floor surface, and an application and recovery system fluidly interconnected with the extraction head and movable therewith to apply at least one of water and cleaning solution to the floor surface and extract the same in combination with any dirt entrained therein. A detector is mounted to the extraction head for detecting the relative speed of the extraction head relative to the floor surface and generating a signal representative of such relative speed. An indicator is operably interconnected with the detector and is adapted to receive the signal generated by the detector and provide an indication to a user representative of the signal.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning floors which recycles waste heat and water to provide greater efficiency. An internal combustion engine is used to power the apparatus. Heat from the engine's lubricant is used to heat the wash solution applied to the floor. Heat from the engine's cooling air, radiator, and catalytic converter is used to dry the cleaned floor. A drying brush is also used to accelerate drying. Used rinse water is recycled for use as wash solution. Exhaust from the engine is used to preheat the floor to be cleaned. The engine may be used to propel the apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hook retention portion of vacuum cleaner. The vacuum cleaner of the present invention comprises a cleaner body with a motor installed therein; a dust collector engaged detachably in the rear of the cleaner body; and a suction hole portion for guiding air, introduced by the motor, into the cleaner. Further, in the present invention, the suction hole portion is formed with a projecting hook portion, and a hook retention portion for engaging the projecting hook portion therewith is formed in the dust collector, whereby the suction hole portion can be hung on the dust collector. Furthermore, the hook retention portion of the dust collector is formed at a handle that is prominently formed at a rear face of the dust collector. According to the constitution of the present invention, the suction hole portion can be more easily stored on the body of the vacuum cleaner wherein the dust collector is mounted to the rear face of the cleaner body.

Abstract: An adapter for connecting a hose to a hose receptacle of an object in a locking relationship. The adapter includes a first end adapted to be fixedly attached to one of the hose receptacle or the hose and a second end having a first locking element adapted to selectively engage a second locking element to establish a locking relationship. The adapter is suitable for adapting a friction-based vacuum appliance hose connection receptacle such that it can be used with a hose-locking mechanism to selectively, securely lock the hose to the vacuum appliance.

Abstract: A vacuum-cleaner floor head has a base plate formed with an elongated mouth through which air is aspirated, a frame vertically displaceable between a lower position and an upper position, and a seal strip carried on the frame, engaging a floor underneath the head in the lower position, and clear of the floor in the upper position. The strip is elastomerically compressible, surrounds the mouth, and is sufficiently firm to support the head off the floor without substantial deformation during normal back and forth stroking of the head on the floor in the lower position of the frame. The strip has at least to a front side of the mouth a profiled lower surface formed with a plurality of alternating ridges and hollows so that in the lower position the ridges engage the floor and air can be aspirated through the hollows between the floor and the strip.

Abstract: A carpet tack strip threshold for installation in the threshold area of double doorways of the type commonly found in hotels and motels and the like. The carpet tack strip threshold has a wide central portion which separates opposing cavities designed for receiving and tucking the edges of the carpet from adjoining rooms. Carpet tack strips nailed down through opposing receiving wings secure the carpet along the carpet tack strip threshold. The carpet tack strip threshold provides a smooth walkway across the threshold between adjoining rooms connected by the double doors in hotels and motels.

Abstract: A retaining device concealed in a pivot of an LCD screen has an L-shaped fixed seat having a first end portion secured on a base and a second end portion defined therein with a retaining hole shaped substantially as a figure eight, a pivotal axle having a connecting end portion pivotally connected with the fixed seat and a fixing end portion securely mounted with a screen, and multiple oiled washers provided at the second end portion of the fixed seat. Whereby the connecting end portion of the pivotal axle is extended through at least one of the multiple washers, the retaining hole of the fixed seat and at least one of the multiple washers and an elastic ring, and fastened at a free end thereof. In such a way the pivotal axle is able to smoothly pivot within the retaining hole of the fixed seat.

Abstract: A damper hinge to be used for opening/closing an opening/closing body, particularly such as a toilet seat and a toilet cover of a Western-style toilet and so on, comprising a case attached to a body part; a rotary shaft passing through a center part of the case in an axial direction and including a fixing portion for the opening/closing body in a projecting part thereof which projects from the case; a single or a plurality of brake disc(s) attached to the rotary shaft to be rotatable with the rotary shaft; a plurality of friction members disposed on both sides of the brake disc to sandwich and pressure-contact the brake disc with the rotary shaft, which is fixably accommodated inside the case, rotatably inserted through insertion holes formed in center parts thereof; pressure-contact force adjusting means for adjusting a pressure-contact force between each of the friction members and the brake disc; and a lubricant filled in pressure-contact/sliding parts of the brake disc and the friction members.

Abstract: A handle assembly of a drawer case for hard disc includes tow handles each having a laid U-shaped portion and two bent end portions. The bent end portions are passed through pivotal holes on a front plate of the drawer case with projecting parts of the bent end portions detained by an inner side of the front plate. The handles are pivotable on the front plate between an in-use position perpendicular to the front plate for the user to hold to pull out the drawer case, and a not-in-use position where the laid U-shaped portions abut the front plate.