Abstract: Helmet visor with a solar cell device that is arranged directly on the helmet visor, wherein the helmet visor can be darkened or tinted through voltage that is generated by a solar cell device and loses its tint that has been created by the voltage in the de-energized state.

Abstract: A ball glove including front and back glove portions, first, second and third elongate reinforcing members, and a webbing. The front glove portion is coupled to the back glove portion to define a hand cavity and to form first, second, third and fourth finger stalls and a thumb stall. Each finger stall includes a front stall portion and a back stall portion, and each back stall portion includes a distal region and a proximal region. The first, second, and third elongate reinforcing members are coupled to the back stall portions of the first, second and third finger stalls, respectively. The first reinforcing member is positioned at the distal region of the back stall portion of the first finger stall, and the second and third members extend along the distal and proximal regions of the back stall portions of the second and third finger stalls, respectively.

Abstract: The invention provides an imitation close-cropped rabbit's fur hat for religious men comprising a substrate and an outer layer of black flocking material attached thereto.

Abstract: A personal device shoulder harness system comprised of one continuous strip of material. Each end of this single continuous strip of material, preferably vegetable tanned leather for it's unique and user friendly qualities, has a hook an/or loop fastening fabric material of a suggested minimum 10% of the strip's length or six inches in length, and as wide as the material used for the harness system, at each end to accommodate adjustments by the wearer. The hook and loop fastening fabric material closures are located to meet at the right front shoulder. This single continuous strip of material crisscrosses over the back of the wearer. There is an adjustment coupling apparatus where the one continuous strip of material crisscrosses over the back to provide adjustment by the wearer.

Abstract: The detachable panties are constructed so as to enable donning and removal of the panty with minimal effort and bodily movement. The panties comprise a front panel, applicable to the front of a wearer's torso, a rear panel, applicable to the back of the wearer's torso, a crotch portion extending adjacently below the torso between front and back panel, a waistband at the top of front and rear panels, and leg portions. Fastening means are distributed on selected areas of the panty to allow assembly and removal of the panty without the necessity of normal dressing movements. The detachable panties are ideal for general use, as they allow a playful and quick way of donning and removing the garment from the body. The detachable panties are also appropriate for use by elderly people or people suffering from a disability which impairs their movement, as it can be worn and removed without bending.

Abstract: A protective sports hat insert device is disclosed. The device is a moulded compound insert utilizing reinforced fibres as the preferred embodiment as the outer shell or unreinforced fibres as secondary choice (18) (41a) (41b) (48a) (48b) (55a) (55b) with either a flexible inner shell or a rigid inner shell (19) (42a) (42b) (49a) 49b) 56a) (56b) utilizing high-density foam or an air management system with slits or holes (4a) (4b) punctured along the top. The shells are hemispherical and have a removable cloth liner (20) (43a) (43b) (50a) (50b) (57a) (57b) to add comfort. Resilient spacers (7b) provide comfort and a better fit. A retention strap (25a) (32) (33) secures the device to the head. An identification decal (25e) denotes the hat is a safety-approved device and visibly identifies the wearer for safety from oncoming traffic.

Abstract: A pair of sports goggles is disclosed. The sports goggles include: a lens a flexible frame housing the lens, and a headband. The goggles also include rotatable headband mounting members and/or a removable/replaceable moisture wicking system affixed to the inner surface of the frame. The lens is configured to be positioned over a wearer's eyes. The flexible frame housing houses the lens and is defined by a frame top, a frame bottom, a frame right side and a frame left side. The frame has an inner surface that is worn towards the wearer's face. The headband has a headband left end and a headband right end. The first and second rotatable headband mounting members are attached to the headband left end and the headband right end respectively and the first and second rotatable headband mounting members are attached to the frame left side and the frame right side respectively for providing rotatable engagement of the headband with the frame.

Abstract: A protective garment of the type typically worn by fire fighters with improved water resistance is disclosed. In particular, the present invention is directed to an outer shell material for protective garments that is made from a fire resistant material coated with a durable water resistant coating. The durable water resistant coating is applied to the outer shell in a manner so that the coating will not degrade when exposed to normal wear and tear and even after the garment has been laundered repeatedly. Protective garments constructed in the past typically lost most of their water repellency after being laundered as little as five cycles. It has been discovered that water resistant coatings applied according to the process of the present invention, on the other hand, can survive at least 30 laundry cycles, and in many applications at least 50 laundry cycles without significantly degrading.

Abstract: An improved incinerating commode for the disposal of human waste through injection of a combustible fluid into the chamber where the waste is incinerated, separation of the urine component from the fecal component of human waste, and use of the urine component mixed with a cleaning fluid to steam clean and cool the chamber that incinerates the waste.

Abstract: A closet flange for installing a bathroom commode, comprising an integrally formed unit having an upper flange, a cylindrical section extending downwardly therefrom for connection to a waste water discharge conduit, and a through passageway extending through the unit, wherein the upper flange has a sufficient thickness or vertical dimension to lie in the same plane as the finish tile floor surface when the closet flange has been bolted in place to the base floor above which a tile supporting underlayment has been installed with the finish tile floor installed over the supporting underlayment. No washers or other shim materials are needed to bring the upper surface of the flange in accordance with this invention into planar alignment with or above the surface of the finish tile floor.

Abstract: An air plunger is described. The air plunger comprises an upper barrel and a lower barrel slidably received by the upper barrel. An air seal is fixed to the lower barrel and slidably engages with the upper barrel. A nozzle is attached to the lower barrel opposite to the upper barrel. A stop mechanism prohibits the upper barrel from disassociating with the lower barrel.

Abstract: A protective screen which fits over the opening of a urinal to prevent splashback that commonly occurs when a stream of urine contacts the inside wall of the urinal. The screen functions to allow a stream of urine to pass therethrough but prevents the occurrence of splashback when the urine stream contacts the walls of the urinal or the water at the bottom of the urinal. The screen also provides a filter to prevent foreign articles (paper, gum, cigarette butts, etc.) from being flushed down the urinal. The screen is positioned in the urinal such that flush water flows over the entire surface of the screen thereby cleansing the surface and enhancing sanitary conditions.

Abstract: A flush valve having a cross section of a portion of the drain entrance that while in a rest position is positioned above the water line so that there can be no leakage. When flushed, the entire entrance momentarily falls below the waterline creating a siphon, siphoning water out of the tank flushing the toilet and then once again rises to a position above the waterline so that leakage cannot occur.

Abstract: A method for preventing adherence of an exudate on a toilet bowl surface, the method including applying an anti-adherent agent on a surface of a toilet bowl, the anti-adherent agent being adapted to generally prevent an exudate from remaining on a toilet bowl surface.

Abstract: This invention entitled “Cantilevered limited mobility bench toilet and commode” is a healthcare device intended for use by persons with either temporary or permanent limited mobility who possess full use of the upper body and upper extremities. This invention is intended as an intermediary device between the bedside commode where use of lower extremities permits walking, and the bedpan where a person is immobile or requires the help of an attendant. This unique invention is essentially a toilet or commode which does not require the user to stand or sit independently, and there is no need to turn round in order to use it. By eliminating the need to be able to stand and turn this invention minimizes the risk of falling. Additionally, this toilet and commode is not limited solely to bedside use, wheelchairs, walkers, or modification as a traditionally plumbed ADA compliant toilet.

Abstract: A portable toilet, suitable in disasters, leisure activities, and others, is provided. The portable toilet includes a pail 2 and a seat structure detachably mounted at the opening of the pail 2. The seat structure 1 has a base 1a, a seat 1b and a cover 1c. A metal ring band 4 is detachably mounted to the pail 2 with a fastener 4a. Parallel metal stays 6, 6 protrude horizontally from the outer surface of the metal band ring 4. A hand grip 3 is formed of an U-shaped metal pipe 5. The lower ends of each U-shaped metal pipe are securely fixed to ends of each parallel metal stay 6. The metal band ring 4 of the hand grip 3 is tightly banded around the pail 2 with the fastener 4a. The pipes 5, 5 stand upward from the right and left sides of the pail 2. When the user sits down on the seat 1b or gets off therefrom, the user is supported with the hands holding the hand grips 5, 5.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to auxiliary devices for aquatic recreation and treatment facilities including but not limited to swimming pools, hot tubs, thermal spas, exercise and conditioning pools and the like. More particularly the invention relates to the field of protective, shielding devices intended to preserve aesthetic features of the aquatic facility as well as to prolong the usable life of structural components thereof. In addition, the present invention includes embodiments for removable attachment devices for such aquatic facilities that provide modular and interchangeable platforms for entertainment, physical therapy appliances as well as for general comfort and serviceability of the facility.

Abstract: A device for removing spa covers and storing them, while the spa in use, and returning them to cover the spa after use. This invention takes a different approach to the mounting requirements for the system hardware. Most notable, the right and left flanged side plates are attached directly to the bottom of the spa frame, thus negating the necessity to drill holes for mounting screws in the side of the spa or holes for mounting screws in the concrete base. Many spa purchasers object to the drilling of these holes. This invention provides a reasonable solution to these problems.

Abstract: A swimming pool backwash control arrangement includes a timing device incorporated with a valve for controlling normal re-circulating flow and backwash flow through a swimming pool filter. The timer is constructed to be in series with the electric power circuit to the pool pump and is activated when the valve is moved to the backwash flow position. The timer functions to maintain electric power to the pump for a user-specified or a pre-set period. At the end of the period the timer will cause the circuit to open thereby disabling the pump. Power can be restored to the pump by returning the valve to its normal re-circulating flow position.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bathing aid, which is reduced in size and does not occupy a large space when not used, and which significantly reduces the workload on caregivers. In an embodiment of the invention, a bathtub 12 is supported by a movable unit 14 that vertically moves by the driving power of a motor and by rollers 13 running on a guide slope 15. When not used, the bathtub 12 is stored under a tank 11 in a close to upright position, so that the bathing aid occupies only a small space when not used. To use the bathing aid, the movable unit 14 is lowered and, accordingly, the rollers 13 roll down the guide slope 15. With this motion, the bathtub 12 changes its orientation from a position where the open top of the bathtub 12 is directed obliquely forward to a position where the open top is directed almost upward. The bathtub 12 is automatically driven by the electrical driving power of the motor; the caregiver has only to make some key operations.

Abstract: An adjustable water therapy combination has a water basin for retaining a human patient and a pump driven water circulation system which provides streams of pulsating water to a patient through openings in the water basin. The pump is driven by an electric motor, which is controlled by a controller capable of turning the motor on and off. The controller is also capable of adjusting the pulsing of the water discharged from the pump, both as to frequency and duration. A control panel for adjusting the settings on the pump motor controller is disposed at a location where it is readily accessible to the patient, so that the patient can easily and conveniently adjust the pulsations of water without having to exit the water basin.

Abstract: An alcove whirlpool seat of the present invention includes a seat member, a seat back, and arm portions on opposite sides of the seat back. The seat back and at least part of the arm portions substantially define a whirlpool area and the arm portions define an open span through which the legs of a user extend when he is seated in the alcove whirlpool seat. At least one jet nozzle is used to direct a stream within the whirlpool area. The at least one jet nozzle, the seat back, and the arm portions together create a whirlpool within the whirlpool area. Exemplary alcove whirlpool seats may be an angled-arm embodiment or a horseshoe embodiment. An alcove whirlpool seat spa system has an interior spa area. One or more whirlpool areas are defined by one or more alcove whirlpool seats within the interior spa area. Within the interior spa area (and outside the whirlpool area) is a spa water flow. The whirlpool flow within the whirlpool area is substantially separate from spa water flow.

Abstract: A wall mount provides the normal hose connection for attachment of the hose of a hand-held spray head while integrating a backflow preventer in an aesthetically pleasing unit. The wall mount preferably uses two spring-biased check valves with an integral air inlet and check valve to form redundant backflow prevention as well as an active vacuum breaker which substitutes ambient air for dirty water in the case of vacuum build-up. The wall mount includes a seal and locking technique which permits exact set-up of the orientation and wall fit of the unit with simple tools. An alternate embodiment of the wall mount also integrates the hook which holds the handle of the hand-held spray head.

Abstract: A long rod that has a hanging hook at one end is attached to the leading vertical edge of the inner shower curtain or shower curtain liner and is hung on a hook located at shower curtain rod height inside the shower or bath/shower enclosure or attached to a wall mounted upper rod clip. Snugging the bottom of the device to a horizontally aligned hook or attached to a clip near the bottom of its length completes the splash water seal.

Abstract: A shower pan for mounting in a shower stall includes a single integrally molded base with a drain hole. A sidewall extends upwardly from the base and completely surrounds the base. A lateral ledge extends outwardly from the sidewall and has an inner edge and an outer edge defining a surface therebetween for mounting a shower stall door track. An outer ridge extends upwardly from the outer edge of the lateral ledge and is in spaced apart relation to the door track. Water flowing through cracks between the door track and the shower pan is prevented from escaping the shower pan by the outer ridge, which allows water to drain under the door track into the shower pan.

Abstract: A sink support shell apparatus and method of making a sink support shell are provided. The sink support shell apparatus is a shell shaped to be compatible with the sink that is to be placed in the sink support shell. The sink support shell includes a rim for mounting the shell either above or below the countertop level. The sink sits in the shell and is attached to the shell by a waterproof adhesive, such as silicon glue. The shell further includes an overflow/vent channel and stand-off in the base for attaching the shell to the necessary plumbing fixtures to allow for drainage of the water from the sink. The overflow/vent channel is formed in the material of the shell and allows water to flow down the channel to be drained by the attached plumbing fixtures as well as air to be vented to reduce suction noise. The sink support shell is made of high-impact material, such as a metal or hard plastic material.

Abstract: A sink assembly may include a sink housing including a conduit rack and a receptacle for a sink with such a foldable faucet assembly. The sink assembly may further include one or more slidable table portions or a pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position. A serving cart, a gardening cart and a barbecue station, each including a sink with a foldable faucet assembly and a slidable table portion or pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position.

Abstract: A waste trap 10 for use in plumbing installations is provided, the trap comprising a unitary metal body 12 defining an interior volume, and having a tubular plastics insert 20 located in an inlet 14 of the body 12 and extending into the volume to below the height of a waste outlet 16. The insert 20 partitions the upper portion of the volume into two regions, and serves to provide a water seal between the inlet 14 and the outlet 16 when the trap is in use. The insert is non-removably secured to the body.

Abstract: A bathtub waste pipe assembly for draining fluid from a bathtub where the bathtub has an upper overflow drain and a lower drain. The bathtub waste pipe assembly includes a flexible hollow tube extending from the upper overflow drain to the lower drain.

Abstract: In order to connect the end of a line exiting a plumbing fixture to the end of a line leading into the plumbing fixture, it is proposed that each of their ends involved be provided with a fitting and the two fittings be connected using a quick-connect connector.

Abstract: Innovative mechanism for a divan bed enabling the adjustment in three positions, said “divan”, “relax” and “bed”, comprising padding elements supported by two frames; said frames can reciprocally move by means of two angle-bars, concurrent in a point; one of said angle-bars supports the frame forming the seat of the divan bed and the second one supports the frame forming the back of the divan bed; moreover comprising an articulated quadrilateral which supports said second angle-bar. The mechanism is characterised in that the angle-bars constitute a release mechanism which enables the three positions, stable respect to the divan bed base, while the quadrilater stiffly moves the angle-bars in other three positions.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a one-touch collapsible cot. This one-touch collapsible cot includes a folding support frame (1) and a seat (50) held on the support frame (1). The support frame (1) is fabricated with a plurality of braces (3) crosswisely jointed together by a plurality of joints (2), and has a head support brace (10), a leg support brace (20), a midsection support brace (30), and a tension projection (40). The seat (50) has a first brace pocket (60) for receiving the head support brace (10), a second brace pocket (70) for receiving the leg support brace (20), a wing (51) provided with a third brace pocket (80) for receiving the midsection support brace (30), and a locking hole (53) for receiving the tension projection (40) of the support frame (1). The seat (50) is quickly opened by the support frame (1) without leaving any uneven portion thereon.

Abstract: A mattress-integral stone bed is disclosed. The constitution of the mattress-integral stone bed is simplified by eliminating the conventional supporting frame unit so as to curtail the manufacturing cost and so as to improve the economy. Further, its handling is rendered convenient owing to the simplified constitution, as well as making the moving of the stone bed easy when moving the residence. Further, the internal stacked elements of the mattress such as stone plate, supporting plate, electro-heating plate and fixed plate are secured in a form of a sealed firm structure, so that the stacked elements can be prevented from being detached, thereby protecting the stacked elements from damages when moving. The mattress-integral stone bed according to the present invention includes the following elements. That is, rectangularly bent engaging pieces are fastened with fastening means on an inside of an installation opening of the mattress body.

Abstract: A detector detects a position of a siderail relative to a portion of a bed.

Abstract: A patient support system for medical treatments is disclosed having an attached table section, an exchangeable table section and a fastener for the sections, the fastener including a sleeve, a rod and a cam-lock mechanism. The system also includes an easily operated and precisely located clamp for mounting accessory devices to the top of the table sections. The sections include peripheral channels and ridges which are used by the clamp to make a tight engagement. The channels also are used to form a coordinate number scale so that the patient, clamp and accessory devices may be consistently located time after time for multiple periodic treatments.

Abstract: A patient support lighting system for use with a patient support and including a light fixture configured to be automatically positioned based upon the location of the patient support.

Abstract: A universal adjustable bed is provided to accommodate twin, twin extra long, full extra long, queen, etc. adjustable beds through a single adjustable bed mechanism which can be accommodated in beds irrespective of the differences in sizes thereof. The adjustable bed mechanism includes headboard and footboard adjusting linkage mechanisms and drive mechanisms therefor with associated head, seat, thigh and foot boards, all unitized in a single assembly which can be “drop-in” assembled to an associated bed foundation. Significantly, the support frame includes locating or connecting points which correspond in transverse distances to like support points of the bed foundation irrespective of the width of the specific bed foundation. In this manner a single universal adjustable bed mechanism can be dropped-in and connected to an appropriate bed foundation to form a bed of virtually any conventional size.

Abstract: A multiple level elevating cot adapted to be rolled into emergency vehicles, the cot having a wheeled undercarriage supporting a cot frame having a leading end and a trailing end, and adapted to selectively secure the cot frame in a plurality of elevational positions. The cot frame includes a pair of side extension arms provided between the leading end and the trailing end, each of the side extension arms being adapted to slidably extend outwardly from a stowed position adjacent the cot frame to an extended position substantially perpendicular to the cot frame. The cot frame may form a part of an integral stretcher or may serve as a carrier to which a separable top structure, such as a stretcher/stair chair, may be detachably secured, the cot frame including seats for slidably receiving the top structure and latching means for securing the top structure to the cot frame.

Abstract: A bed for a person is provided. The bed includes a deck and/or a mattress having an adjustable length.

Abstract: A multipurpose hand-held implement, comprising at least two components which can be locked in a closed position and then form a compact, essentially closed body, in the case of which the two components, with preferably confluent contours, are directed towards one another. In the closed position, the body forms the handle for actuating utensils, such as a knife, staple remover or cutter, which are accommodated in the components in a set-back manner, such that they can be pushed out. The two components are preferably connected to one another in an articulated manner and, after release of the locking means, can be moved relative to one another in order to actuate, for example, a stapler, a hole puncher or a pair of scissors. Further utensils, for example a magnifying glass, a pointer or a laser pointer may be accommodated in the components.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for reducing dye loss or dye transfer from textile fibre materials or leather in the domestic sector, which comprises treating the textile fibre materials or the leather with a dye-fixing agent based on basic polycondensation products of an amine of formula (1) and a cyanamide, which polycondensation products are completely or partially neutaalised with an inorganic or organic acid, R1, R2, R3 and R4 each independently of the others being hydrogen or alkyl that is unsubstituted or substituted by amino, hydroxy, cyano or by C1-C4 alkoxy and A being alkylene optionally substituted or interrupted by one or more hereto atoms. The present invention relates also to new formulations comprising the dye-fixing agent and to new dye-fixing agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fluorescent brightener pigment and the use of said pigment, which is derived from formaldehyde, for improving the whiteness of paper or textiles, or for incorporation in detergent compositions.

Abstract: A cleaning method employs a textile article immersed in or retaining water. The textile article has calcium-binding moieties to soften the wash water and improve cleaning.

Abstract: A high-strength, heat-resistant organic fiber and textile product each comprising or having coated thereon an aqueous emulsion is provided. The emulsion comprises or is produced from a fluorocarbon silane or an emulsion, said emulsion comprises or is produced from (1) a fluorocarbon silane or its hydrolyzate, (2) water, and (3) optionally a surfactant, an alkoxysilane compound, catalyst, or combinations of two or more thereof; said fluorocarbon silane having the formula Rf—(CH2)p—Si{—(O—CH2CH2)n—OR1}3; Rf is a C3-18 perfluoroalkyl group or combinations of two or more thereof; each R1 is independently one or more C1-3 alkyl groups; p is 2 to 4; and n is 2 to 10. Also disclosed is a process for producing the emulsion, the fiber, and the textile product.

Abstract: A process for drying/heat-treating nonwoven webs in which the web is partially dried under tension in a first drying zone and further heat treated under low tension or in a substantially tensionless state a second drying zone. The process significantly reduces the occurrence of stretch-type defects in the nonwoven webs.

Abstract: An apparatus for washing at least one item, comprising a frame having a dome shape when viewed from its end, and a generally semicircular shape when viewed from its side; and a flow through mesh on the frame which allows washing fluid (generally water) to freely flow to and from the item being washed; the apparatus having an opening through which the at least one item to be washed can be placed into and removed from the apparatus. The frame may have an endless pocket; and a stiffener disposed within the pocket, the stiffener having a length exceeding that of the endless pocket, so that ends of the stiffener overlap each other within the pocket. A method for using the apparatus includes folding a brassiere so that the cups nest before it is placed in the apparatus.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition for bleaching keratinous fibres dyed with oxidation dyes and/or direct dyes, in particular human keratinous fibres such as hair, comprising in a suitable bleaching medium with acid pH, a combination based on at least a sulphinic acid and at least an alpha-oxocarboxylic acid and/or their respective cosmetically acceptable salts. The invention also concerns multi-part kits devices for dyeing and bleaching said fibres and the bleaching method using said composition.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a colorant for brightening and coloring keratin fibers which contains (a) an oxidant and (b) at least one yellow direct dye of formula (I) and/or a red direct dye of formula (II) and/or a blue direct dye of general formula (III), and (c) has a basic pH 1

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition for bleaching or permanent waving of keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for bleaching or permanent waving, at least a reducing agent and furthermore at least a cationic associative polyurethane. The invention also concerns methods and devices for bleaching or permanent waving of keratinous fibres using said composition.

Abstract: The invention concerns bleaching composition for keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for bleaching, at least an oxidising agent and furthermore at least a cationic associative polyurethane. The invention also concerns the bleaching method and devices using said composition.