Abstract: Modular front opening body armor protects the user from edged weapons, sharp objects, and ballistic threats. Additionally, the modular front opening body armor can be fitted with various pieces of protective gear based on the user's expected environment, and the body armor can be adjusted for proper protection and comfort without reducing protection for the user.

Abstract: An anti-climbing restraining strap attached to article of clothing made for a child. The restraining strap, which is incorporated into the article of clothing, aids in preventing a child from climbing over the railing of a crib, playpen or gate. The article of clothing includes two legs. The article of clothing includes at least one restraining strap between the legs of the article of clothing. The restraining strap is usually detachably fastened to at least one leg using fasteners to allow full mobility of a child, whereby the detached restraining strap is fastened to the article of clothing in some fashion to prevent an unsafe situation.

Abstract: An optical stack of laminated removable lens for affixing to a face shield is disclosed. The stack includes a plurality of superposed removable lens adhesively affixed to one another, wherein each of the removable lens is held to each successive lens with a clear uninterrupted adhesive layer interposed between each lens. Each of the lens has a removal tab portion on one end which does not have any adhesive layer on either side thereof. This allows the wearer of the face shield to quickly grasp the removal tab portion for removing the top lens and exposing a clean lens directly underneath. The bottom-most removable lens of the stack has a band of adhesive formed around the periphery thereof for attachment of the stack to the face shield. The band of adhesive forms a seal which eliminates any moisture from the interface between the bottom-most lens and the shield.

Abstract: The invention relates to a motorcycling glove wherein two or more fingers are connected together with the use of strips of leather or equivalent system.

Abstract: A combination of fiber materials for use as liner for chemical protective gloves is disclosed. The material consists of viscose, polyester and acrylic yarns knitted together either by plating or speckling. Glove liners made of these materials have higher moisture absorbency, faster drying time, improved functional fit and enhance hand dexterity. Depending on the application this invention can be used in combination with other types of gloves or independently.

Abstract: An air filtration system and a helmet for use in the air filtration system are disclosed and utilized to filter air between a head and body of a user and an external environment. The air filtration system and helmet include inner and outer shells that define an air flow channel for channeling air about the user. A fan module is mounted between the inner and outer shells and a scroll housing is mounted adjacent the fan module. The scroll housing includes an air inlet for drawing air into the air filtration system and helmet, and at least one air outlet to distribute air flow to the air flow channel. The helmet includes air exits at front and rear sections that are in fluid communication with the air flow channel and the air outlet or outlets. The air filtration system includes a gown operating as a filter for filtering the air.

Abstract: This invention describes a disposable front opening garment made with two centrally overlapped segments and pads of different shape and size located therebetween while maintaining the openable feature. Pre-selected pad size and placement between segments and selected pads inside the garment have impervious leakproof elements along edges and provide leak resistant pads for bi-level protection. The garment substrate includes stretchable rear panel portions and/or extensible tapes for overlapping connection of front and rear panels and a stretchable front closure tape for overllspped girth adjustment. Stretched elastic strands on each segment. spaced from edges of both pads provide cuffs for leg sealing in another embodiment, a third pad is added to a contractable support panel with cuffs to provide tri-levrl protection.

Abstract: Provided herein are articles of headwear which comprise a top portion, a bottom portion, a right side portion, a left side portion, a front portion, and a rear portion, which collectively define a casing having an inner volume. The bottom portion is equipped with a removable closure means which has a flat surface to enable the headwear articles of the invention to rest in an upright position when placed on a flat surface. The headwear articles according to the invention have the dual function in that they are useful as feeders or shelters for small birds and other animals, and thus include at least one hole in either of the top portion, a right side portion, a left side portion, a front portion, and a rear portion to enable birds and/or small animals to enter the article when it is placed in a location where such small animals inhabit.

Abstract: A diving face mask 1 has a skirt 3 of which a part forms a nose cover 9. The nose cover 9 has a bottom wall 12 configured so that the inner surface of the bottom wall 12 facing nares of a wearer of the mask curves along transversely middle portion 13 of the inner surface so as to protrude inwardly of the nose cover 9 with respect to the portions of the inner surface extending on both sides of the middle portion 13.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and system for converting or retrofitting manually operated flush valves. A conversion system for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve includes a power module, a control module, and a driver module mechanically coupled to a displacement member arranged to externally activate the converted flush valve.

Abstract: A potty training device having a seat with an opening for receiving bodily waste, a sensor for sensing bodily waste, and a sensory output generator. The seat includes a retaining member configured and located so as to retain the seat in place with respect to a toilet such that the opening of the seat is located above a bowl of the toilet. The sensor senses the bodily waste that passes through the opening of the seat, and the sensory output generator generates a sensory output in response to the sensor sensing the bodily waste. A potty training device having a seat with an opening for receiving bodily waste and an electronic unit that includes a housing that at least partially contains a sensor for sensing the bodily waste, a power source, and a sensory output generator for outputting a sensory output when the sensor senses the bodily waste.

Abstract: An aesthetically pleasing spa or jetted bath tub having a preferably vinyl film, with indicia thereon applied to the underside of the spa body, either alone or with the addition of paint upon the vinyl film or upon uncovered areas of the spa body, prior to the application of the fibreglass lay up to the spa body. The method of manufacture of the spa is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device for covering a water faucet handle, and thereby denying access to the handle by small children and others lacking the mental discernment to appreciate and consider the consequences of their actions. The device comprises a generally L-shaped mounting member that is placed over the faucet handle and attached to a structural wall, and a generally rectangular, box-shaped cover that is hingedly connected to the mounting member. The device is held in its closed and locked position by a pair of spring fingers, defined by two parallel notches in the lateral sidewalls of the cover, wherein the catch member, which is located on the terminal end of each spring finger, is engaged with a catch slot in the spring finger catch that is located on the mounting member. The device is opened by simultaneously applying a lateral force to both spring fingers and rotating the cover downward.

Abstract: A lightweight bottom wall structure for playyard, pen, and cot, which includes a boundary frame constructed to support a fabric made boundary shelter, wherein the lightweight bottom wall includes a bottom frame supported at a bottom portion of the boundary frame and defines a central window. A bottom wall includes a first layer having a tension surface and a second layer overlapped with the first layer to define a receiving groove between the first and second layers, wherein the bottom frame has a size and shape adapted to be fittedly received in the receiving groove so as to mount the first layer covering the central window to form the tension surface.

Abstract: A sliding device has a longitudinal body and a slide. The body has two tracks, a depression and a stop. The tracks are defined along opposite sides of the body. The depression is defined in the body near the top of the body. The stop is flexibly formed on the bottom of the body. The slide is slidably mounted on the body. The stop has a shoulder defined in the top of the stop so that a lip is defined on the top of the stop and faces the slide. The stop will be kept from being pressed outward by means of the abutment between the lip and the slide. The useful life of the sliding device is prolonged, and the safety of using the sliding device is improved.

Abstract: This invention relates to an impact-cushioning device, which is designed to prevent injury when an occupant, confused or otherwise, falls from a height. This may be a bed or bunk, gurney or examination table. The device generally comprises an impact-reducing cushion This cushion may be air filled or of a variety of impact absorbing materials. Also provided is a means of displacing the cushion to intercept the falling individual before he or she strikes the floor. The departure of the individual from the bed is detected by signals that are generated when one or more edge pressure switches are actuated simultaneously with signals from one or more light beam sensors. Signals thus generated are processed through an electronics module and passed to a solenoid valve. When the valve opens, gas from a canister is passed to a telescoping device. This in turn displaces the cushion. Thus a protective barrier is placed between the bed occupant and the floor.

Abstract: A timer for use with a hospital bed including an indicator and a reset button.

Abstract: A crib mattress cover has a top panel and a bottom panel sewn together and configured to fit over a rectangular crib mattress. One end of the cover is open, and a plurality of securing elements are attached along the opposing edges of the panels, on the interior surfaces thereof. When the securing members, which may be hook and loop fasteners, or a zipper, are joined together, the cover tightly fits over the mattress and cannot be easily dislodged by an infant resting in the crib.

Abstract: The transport and securing system of the present invention is utilized in conjunction with a wrist and ankle mechanical restraint system applied to a subject, which releasably secures the restrained subject to the transport and securing system, to easily and quickly transport the restrained subject and secure the subject to an ordinary bed, or any other stationary structure, without removing the subject's mechanical restraints. A instant release mechanism enables a single staff member to immediately disconnect the transport and securing system from the stationary structure so that the restrained subject may me quickly transported into another location without releasing the subject from the mechanical restraint system. The inventive transport and securing system includes optional releasable chest and stomach straps to supplement the mechanical restraint system. Alternately, the inventive transport and securing system may be configured to utilize an upper body protection and face shield system.

Abstract: A bed mattress system including a bed mattress apparatus, a security container having an interior portion, means for accessing the interior portion of the security container, and a moveable flap operable for covering the means for accessing the interior portion of the security container. The security container is operable for holding items disposed within the interior portion of the security container.

Abstract: A pair of pliers for compression connecting a connector for a telephone line, the pliers have a compression connecting block connected with a limiting pin inserted in a limiting hole generally of a triangular shape on one handle of the pliers, the upper edge of the limiting hole is an abutting edge bevel relative to a push guiding edge of the limiting hole, when the abutting edge contacts and presses the limiting pin, the contact point between them is located beside the center of the limiting pin toward the direction where an action force directs to. So that the component force of a resisting force from the center of the limiting pin toward the contact point is at the same side as that of the action force. Thereby, the horizontal component force of the action force can be reduced; the abrasion that the horizontal force component may make on the guiding groove can be lowered.

Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable blade cartridge positioned within the body, wherein a knife blade within the removable blade cartridge is configured to slidably extend out from the first end; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body. The utility tool includes a knife switch coupled to the knife blade, the knife blade moves from the retracted position to the extended position only when the blade cartridge is engaged within the body. The utility tool having a spring mechanism for biasing the knife blade to the retracted position and a leaf member for engaging and disengaging the blade cartridge from the blade cartridge bay by a snap fit.

Abstract: A fabric article treating system, and more particularly to a fabric article treating system comprising at least a fabric article active delivery stage and a fabric article transporter capable of passing a fabric article in need of treatment through the fabric article active delivery stage such that a fabric article active is delivered to the fabric article is provided. Methods of treating fabric articles, especially with the fabric article treating system is also provided.

Abstract: A dyeing machine includes a beaker and a carrier within the beaker. The carrier includes a perforation and supports a sample. A pump assembly circulates a processing solution to a first side of the carrier. The processing solution passes through the perforation for dyeing the sample from the inside-out. The carrier is substantially a cylinder.

Abstract: A hair coloring composition comprising a first composition which comprises:

Abstract: A hair dye composition comprises the following ingredients (A) and (B):

Abstract: Disclosed are a cumulative hair-dyeing temporary hairdye comprising 0.01 to 3% by weight of an acid dye as a colorant, 0.1 to 10% by weight of a nonionic or anionic silicone base resin, 3 to 20% by weight of a hair-dyeing aid, 30 to 80% by weight of a lower alcohol and 5 to 50% by-weight of water and having a pH of 2 to 5 and a viscosity of 100 mPa·s or less and a production process for a cumulative hair-dyeing temporary hairdye, wherein the respective components are blended in such an order that at least a nonionic or anionic silicone base resin and a lower alcohol are mixed to prepare a vehicle, and then the other components are blended therewith and stirred.

Abstract: The cationic dyes of formula (1) specified in claim 1 are suitable especially for colouring keratin-containing fibres, more especially for colouring hair.

Abstract: The dock leveler of the present invention includes a frame, a ramp, a lip, and a linkage. The ramp is rotatably coupled to the frame for rotation between a substantially horizontal first position and an inclined second position. The lip is coupled to the ramp for rotation between a pendent position and an extended position. The linkage is coupled to the lip and includes a pivot point and a centerline. The linkage supports the lip in the extended position when the pivot point is on a first side of the centerline and allows the lip to fall pendent under the force of gravity when the pivot point is on a second side of the centerline. The pivot point is moved from the first side of the centerline to the second side of the centerline when the lip is contacted by a vehicle that creates a downward moment on the lip.

Abstract: In a first embodiment an electric toothbrush having a housing containing an electric motor, the motor being drivingly connected to a first brush head rotatably mounted on an end of the toothbrush remote from the motor and adjacent to at least one other rotatable brush head. In a second embodiment a packaged electric toothbrush including a “try me” facility for remotely testing the operation of the toothbrush, which “try me” feature comprises a two-sided metal strip such as aluminium foil, separated by a dielectric material, respective sides of the strip being connected at one end to respective parts used to operate the electric toothbrush and the other end of the strip being folded over and including a centrally disposed aperture onto which is a bendable metal connector such that upon bending or pressing of the connector the two sides of the strip are electrically connected together to temporarily operate the toothbrush whilst still in its packaging.

Abstract: A preferably non-electric, non-mechanically actuated toothbrush is provided having a generally U-shaped appearance with a rotary brush located, during use, on each side of a tooth to be cleaned. The brushes are configured to rotate about an axis which is parallel to the long axis of the tooth to be cleaned, and essentially perpendicular to the buccal and lingual gum line, of the user. The brushes are preferably held in contact with the teeth and gum tissue by a resilient section of the toothbrush. In this fashion, a pushing and pulling motion during brushing results in a rotational motion of the brushes. An improved method for cleansing teeth, cleaning the opening to the gingival crevice area, and stimulation of the gingival tissue is provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a rotary toothbrush as an improvement for the conventional toothbrush. The rotary toothbrush includes a toothbrush bar having a grip part (1), a neck part (2) and a head part (3). At least of rotary toothbrush plates (4, 5) can be installed on head part (3) of the toothbrush bar to rotate around the center shaft thereof. A plurality of toothbrush furs (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e) which are arranged in regular group shapes are installed at several places on rotary toothbrush plates (4, 5). By varying plant-installation density, plant-installation height, or materials or strength of toothbrush firs (8), toothbrush furs (8) on rotary toothbrush plates (4, 5) generate a biased resistance between teeth upon brushing of teeth, and thus rotary toothbrush plates (4, 5) can be automatically rotated by generation of the biased resistance.

Abstract: A burnishing machine having a burnishing motor in a motor compartment covered with a hood defining an air plenum having at least one air inlet positioned near the top of the hood spaced from the floor. The plenum includes a discharge outlet immediately adjacent the motor such that clean air is drawn through the air inlet, flows through the plenum to the discharge outlet for providing clean air to cool the burnishing motor.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner brushroll having skirted, one piece plastic ferrules inserted into the ends of a tufted, wood spindle so that the ferrule skirts embrace the spindle end portions to prevent the ferrules from loosening upon expansion of the spindle due to moisture. The skirts are drilled to permit angled tufting to be inserted very near the spindle ends with the tufting extending axially and radially outwardly beyond the spindle ends to provide improved edge cleaning and create a wider cleaning path compared to conventional brushroll designs.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner brushroll including a spindle, bristle tufts carried by the spindle, and sleeves fitted on the ends of the spindle, the bristle tufts including angled end tufts that extend through the sleeve outwardly beyond the ends of the spindle to provide a wide cleaning path and improved edge cleaning capability upon rotation of the brushroll. The sleeve on one end of the brushroll has a pulley.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a cleaning brush comprising a handle, a movable seat and bristles. The handle has a guiding rail at center along the elongated direction thereof, a guiding slot, a button opening communicated with the guiding slot and two locking portions at opposite ends of the guiding slot respectively. The movable seat mounts the bristles at an end thereof and disposes an upper arm and a lower arm at the other end thereof. A driving button is disposed on the upper arm and has two locking members thereon. The movable seat is inserted into the guiding rail of the handle and the driving button is extended out of the handle via the button opening so that the movable seat can slide freely along the guiding rail of the handle within the guiding slot and the locking members of the movable seat is engaged with the locking portions of the handle when the driving button is moved to the opposite ends of the guiding slot respectively to lock the movable seat.

Abstract: A mesh brush has a handle and a mesh sponge is fixed to one side of the head of the handle. The head of the handle flares out from and is wider than a grasping portion of the handle. The particular attachment between the mesh sponge and the head of the handle is accomplished by wrapping a cord around the mesh sponge and threading the cord through multiple eyelets distributed around the head. A rim around the perimeter of the head produces a recess on one side thereof. The portion of the cord looped around the mesh sponge fits within the perimeter of the head and can be at least partially recessed within the head.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a wiper blade assembly to a wiper arm. The connector includes first and second side walls spaced from one another to define a channel therebetween as well as a central bridge and rail interconnecting the first and second side walls. The central bridge and side walls define a pin passage and a rivet passage, each extending transverse to the channel. The rail is vertically spaced from the central bridge to define a tail space between the bridge and the rail. The forwardmost end of the rail is positioned rearward of the pin and rivet passages.

Abstract: A method and device for removing sawdust and other debris from a deck surface (24) of a wooden pallet (10) is provided. The device comprises a rotary brush (124) having a working length (WL) defined by a plurality of bristles (130). The working length (WL) is greater than a width (WD) of the deck surface (24) of the wooden pallet (10). A mechanism (136) is connected with the rotary brush (124) and is actuatable for rotating the rotary brush (124). A support (32) rotatably supports the rotary brush (124). The mechanism (136) is fixed relative to the support (32). The support (32) includes structure (104) for moving the rotary brush (124) into contact with the wooden pallet (10). Rotation of the rotary brush (124) when the bristles (130) are in contact with the deck surface (24) of the wooden pallet (10) simultaneously removing sawdust and debris across the width (WD) of the deck surface (24).

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus for a chenille production machine has a yarn fabricating head enclosure that includes a base member positioned in parallel and in close proximity with a back side of the yarn fabricating head and fixedly mounted to the supporting frame, a body member circumferentially encompassing the yarn fabricating head and fixed to the base member, and a cover member secured to the body member to enclose the fabricating head for collecting the fabricating dust. The cover member has at least one opening port for direct removal of the dust. A dust evacuating system is associated with the opening port. The dust evacuating system has a guiding member that is positioned within the cover member to direct the dust from the enclosure to a hose connected to an exhaust system. The cleaning apparatus optionally includes an automatic purge system which provides an automated cleaning service of the yarn fabricating head in a predetermined time intervals and for a predetermined duration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dust collection unit for use in a vacuum cleaner. According to the present invention, there is provided a dust collection unit for use in a vacuum cleaner which comprises a cylindrical casing in which air introduced through an inlet port is formed into spiral flow and of which an upper end is open; a cover for opening and closing the upper end of the casing; a filter which is installed on a bottom surface of the cover and formed in the shape of a cylinder having a predetermined length and by which fine foreign substances can be filtered out when the air is introduced from the exterior thereof, and through which the air is discharged downwardly; and an exhaust duct which comes into close contact with a bottom surface of the filter and including an exhaust port on a side surface of the casing to discharge the air from the filter to the exterior of the casing. It is preferred that the exhaust port of the casing be formed at a lower portion of the side surface of the casing.

Abstract: A web trim collection system having an air pressure system to move web trim. A divert bin operable in a first position to allow the web trim to be deposited in a collection bin. The divert bin is also operable in a second position to intercept the web trim, so as to allow the collection bin to be removed from the collection system while the collection system continues to collect trim.

Abstract: A tool for cleaning hard, nonabsorbent surfaces, of various compositions, such as concrete, ceramic tile, or the like, and of varying degrees of roughness or smoothness. The tool includes a movable platform with an outer housing and a structure which defines an interior cavity, the structure being spaced apart from the housing and nested beneath it. A liquid used in the cleaning operation is fed into the cavity through two nozzles located on the ends of a tube. Disposed horizontally, the tube is rigidly attached, in its midsection, to a hollow shaft which is supported vertically by a rotatable bearing/seal component. The latter allows a stationary liquid supply hose to deliver liquid at high pressure, via the hollow shaft, to the tube. The nozzles are positioned so that their flow streams discharge downwardly at a slight angle to the vertical. So discharged, the flow stream imparts a tangential force to the tube causing it to rotate.

Abstract: A portable blower-vacuum includes a housing having an inlet and an outlet. A motor is disposed within the housing for rotatably driving an impeller to transfer an airflow from the inlet to the outlet. The blower-vacuum also includes an elongated air outlet structure over which an elongated blower tube may be slid for attachment in a blower mode and removed in a vacuum mode. The outlet structure possesses a configuration that improves the ease with which the blower tube may be fitted to the air outlet. The blower-vacuum also includes a cover disposed over the inlet in a blower mode and a skirt adapted to cooperate with the cover and the inlet to substantially reduce or eliminate lateral airflow from entering the inlet from between the cover and the housing.

Abstract: A self-propelled washing apparatus comprises a housing having an interior which opens toward an open side of the housing; a flexible member air-tightly coupled to the open side of the housing; a drive mechanism for engaging a vertical or inclined support surface along which the apparatus is to be propelled to wash the support surface; and a device for producing reduced pressure in the interior of the housing. When the open side of the housing is placed against the support surface, the reduced pressure in the interior of the housing causes the housing to move toward the support surface and to flex the flexible member. Most of the reaction force to the moving of the housing comes from a contact force between the drive mechanism and the support surface. This contact force maintains positive and accurate driving of the apparatus along the support surface.

Abstract: A process and composition of matter for preparing an improved clip cushion product having tighter dimensional control, better consistency of composition, higher heat resistance, better crack resistance, less abrasive, and lower weight loss at high temperature.

Abstract: The present invention provides a shock-absorbing caster structure of traveling suitcase comprising a caster shell seat, a roller pivotal seat, a roller, and a soft component (or a resilient body). The caster shell seat is fixedly disposed at the bottom edge of the rear side of a traveling suitcase. The caster shell seat is pivotally joined with a protuberance at the top of an arc-shaped top plate of the roller pivotal seat. The arc-shaped top plate is joined with one side of the soft component or the resilient body. The other side of the soft component abuts against the inner edge of the caster shell seat. The roller is pivotally joined inside the roller pivotal seat. The soft component abuts against the inside of the caster shell seat to absorb vibration energy generated when the roller rolls on uneven ground so that a user can conveniently pull the traveling suitcase.

Abstract: A multi-function door stop is provided comprising a first vertical plate for mounting to a wall and a second horizontal plate affixed to and extending outwardly from the first plate. A hollow elongated tube extends outwardly in a direction away from the second plate in a normal position substantially perpendicular to the first plate. An extension member is interposed between the second plate and the elongated tube, the extension member being fixedly secured at one end to the second plate. The elongated tube is pivotally connected to the other end of the extension member permitting adjustment of the tube to a ninety degree impact with the door. A means is associated with the extension member for releasably locking the tube in its normal position. In use, the door stop remains in its normal position until the elongated tube is struck by an object, such as a vacuum cleaner or mop.

Abstract: An adjustable door hinge for joining a combination of doors maintained by an adjacent structure having a hinge cup and a hinge arm movably attached to the hinge cup. A base plate secured to one of the doors or an adjacent structure has a fixed hinge arm engaging member with upstanding side walls which is adjustable secured to the hinge arm. The hinge arm engaging member has an elongated slot and is movable linearly with respect to the hinge arm to permit adjustment of a joined door combination. The hinge aim and hinge arm engaging member are joined together by an appropriate threaded fastener.

Abstract: A hinge includes first and second leaves The first hinge leaf includes a hook having a hook opening that faces generally toward a mounting surface. The second hinge leaf includes an integral pin that is rotatably positioned within the hook, and the second hinge leaf defines a recess sized to receive the first hinge leaf when the hinge is closed. The mounting surface obstructs the opening in the hook, thereby preventing the pin from moving out of the hook when the hinge is mounted in place. The hook is preferably shaped to receive the pin in a snap fit to hold the two hinge leaves together prior to the time the hinge is mounted in place.