Abstract: The invention concerns a cape for the beach that features four extensions in the shape of the hide of an animal. The two upper extensions are lead over the shoulders of the wearer and held releasably at a further garment or piece of swim wear in the upper breast area with the help of joining elements. The two lower extensions are lead over the hips and can also be joined releasably with each other in the area of the abdomen with the help of joining elements.

Abstract: A camouflage utilizing countercoloring, countershading, and disruptive coloration principles to provide concealment to a person or object. The method of manufacturing the camouflage covering includes photographing a form and obtaining imagery from the photographs. The imagery is then manipulated by photographic manipulative software to determine appropriate countershading for the camouflage covering. In addition, appropriate countercoloring and disruptive coloration is utilized upon indicia applied to the camouflage covering.

Abstract: A fitness wear includes a body fitting having an inner PVC layer and an outer polymeric layer overlapped thereon to form a non-porous fitting garment. The fitting garment of the body fitting is adapted for covering on a part of the body of the wearer to trap the heat therefrom between the wearer's body and the fitting garment so as to prevent heat loss to the surroundings.

Abstract: An apparatus for adjusting a layer of fabric attaches to a garment to manage the body heat of the user. The apparatus includes a lining that may be extended to substantially the width of the garment worn by the user or retracted to reduce the area surrounding the user. The apparatus includes controllers for moving the lining between the extended position and the retracted position, which include extension cords and retraction cords connected to the lining. The extension cord is connected between a proximal end of the lining and an extension grip. The retraction cord is connected between the proximal end of the lining and a retraction grip. In the extended position, the lining surrounds a substantial portion of the user. When the retraction grips are drawn, the proximal end of the lining will be moved toward the distal end of the lining. To return the lining to the extended position, the user will pull the extension grips and the proximal end of the lining will move away from the distal end of the lining.

Abstract: A protective face shield comprising a mask portion and a handle portion, the mask portion having an exterior surface and an interior surface. The mask portion is readily operatively attachable to and removable from the handle portion, and the interior surface definines a cavity adapted to accept a substantial portion of a users face.

Abstract: Headgear with an adjustable visor capable of being changed to various shapes according to a wearer's preference is disclosed. The adjustable visor has an elongated core member provided at a peripheral edge of the visor, enabling the wearer to deform, restore, or retain the shape of the visor, and an outer cover that covers the core member.

Abstract: A Buttocks Support Device is disclosed. Also disclosed is a support device that comprises an abdominal element and a pair of thigh support elements each of which can be but is not limited to be formed as a ring shaped element. Each thigh support element has a buttock section and a midriff or abdominal section, the buttock section being configured to lift and restrain the wearer's buttock. The preferred device includes a sleeve there over for permitting the “rings” to be tightened without pulling on the wearer's skin. It is a further aspect that the device anchor about the wearer's midriff from below the chest to the widest part of the hips or at either the waist or the hips, depending upon the wishes of the wearer. Still further, the thigh support element include adjustment means for adjusting the length of the thigh rings. Furthermore, the preferred abdominal element includes means for attaching and detaching the device from around the wearer's waist as well as adjustment means.

Abstract: A helmet has shock absorbing devices mounted to the sides thereof and extending to a pair of shoulder pads. The shock absorbing devices are connected by tubing to a pilot-operated valve, which allow a free movement of the helmet in a normal mode. An impact on the helmet, however, causes a rise in pressure inside the shock absorbing devices and their tubing, and activates the valve to block the flow of fluid through the tubing, thereby stiffening the shock absorbing devices and transmitting the impact force to the shoulders of the player.

Abstract: A costume safety mask housing chemiluminescent reagents. Upon activation, the reagents illuminate the mask or features thereon for purposes of novelty illumination and safety of the wearer. The mask may include liquid, viscous liquid, or solid chemiluminescent reagents that are held in cavities. Liquid components of the instant invention may be transported through passageways in the mask to provide a flowing appearance.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided which is positioned in a reservoir tank of a conventional tank toilet and which injects cleaner into a toilet bowl operatively connected to said reservoir tank when the toilet is flushed. The apparatus includes a “T” connector, a diaphragm valve connected to a collapsible supply bag, an injection tube connected to said diaphragm valve and running the length of said supply bag and exiting the supply bag at the top of the bag through a sealed exit. When the toilet is flushed, the “T” connector diverts water from a water inlet valve located within the reservoir tank and directs the water to the diaphragm valve. The water operates the diaphragm valve, which forces cleaner from the valve through the injection tube, and out the injection tube into an overflow pipe located with the reservoir tank. The overflow pipe leads to the toilet bowl; thus allowing for the cleaner exiting the tube to be enter the bowl to clean the toilet.

Abstract: A toilet seat has been designed which enables the user to exert pressure on a specific group of muscles at the base of the coccyx to assist in evacuation.

Abstract: Odor Absorber Device for Urinal with an odor absorbing cake retaining device, the device including a flexible base plate and an integral raised, circular cake retaining wall, a standard odor absorbing cake and a thermochromic graphic display panel mounted on top of the odor absorbing cake. The base plate and the lower portion of the retaining wall have a plurality of apertures to allow the cake to be effective. The circular retaining wall has a non perforated upper portion. The retaining wall has an inwardly facing ledge integrally attached to the top surface of the retaining wall. The base plate has a frame member capable of removably retaining an advertising display panel.

Abstract: The invention discloses a treatment apparatus for the excrement and a bio-toilet using the treatment apparatus. The treatment apparatus includes a tank, a reactor basin in the tank for containing the raw material and the excrement and having at least two parallel, concave parts having curved profile in the bottom part of the tank, a temperature control means for maintaining the temperature of the basin at a predetermined range; and at least two mixing devices which match with the at least two concave parts, each of them can rotate around a rotation shaft, the helical blade stirrer secured to the rotation shaft by a plurality of spokes. The bio-toilet is waterless, and thus a large quantity of water can be saved and the pollution of the environment due to the drainage of sewage can be avoided. Furthermore, treated by the treatment apparatus of the present invention, the microorganisms and the organic materials are combined and converted into stable loosen soil and the organic components.

Abstract: A pressure assisted dual flush operating system includes a vessel for receiving, containing and discharging pressurized water and an outlet for discharge of water from said vessel. An anti-siphon valve includes an air inlet for introducing water into said vessel and an inlet valve is provided for admitting water to the anti-siphon valve. A dual flush valve selectively releases different quantities of water from said vessel through the vessel outlet and a control valve selects one of the different quantities of water released by the dual flush valve.

Abstract: A recessed incrementally rotating nozzle assembly is located in a wall or bottom surface of a swimming pool in fluid communication through a conduit with a source of water under pressure from a valve, which valve periodically releases water into the conduit. Each time water flows, a nozzle housing is raised to eject a stream of water. As the nozzle housing rises, it is incrementally rotated by a pin engaging a saw tooth member of a cam ring. Upon cessation of flow, the nozzle housing is retracted and during retraction the nozzle housing is further incrementally rotated by the pin engaging another saw tooth member of the cam ring. After a predetermined degree of angular rotation, a cam reverser slidably reorients protrusions guiding the pin into and out of the saw tooth members to cause the pin to be guided by the opposite side of the saw tooth members and thereby cause reversal of the direction of rotation of the nozzle housing.

Abstract: An array of water jets that does not utilize hoses between the water supply inlet and each individual jet and provides a multiple-jet experience for in-ground spa users. The array of jets include a water-containing structure having at least a front and back panel that define an interior cavity into which water flows and becomes pressurized. The front panel has a plurality of water outlets disposed thereon while, preferably, the back panel has a water or a water and air inlets. Accordingly, water (and air) flow hoselessly from the inlet(s) to the plurality of water outlets such that a water-jet effect is achieved.

Abstract: A hydrotherapy jet system includes a fixture body, an air line connector coupled to the fixture body, and a water line connector coupled to the air line connector. The air line connector is provided with structure adapted to couple about the outside of relatively small fixture bodies and about the inside of relatively large fixture bodies. As such, the air line connector is universal for multiple sizes of fixture bodies. The water line connector is coupled to the rear of the air line connector. The air and water line connectors may be rotated relative to the element to which each is coupled to facilitate assembly and plumbing. Other plumbing components and fittings may be coupled in manner which provides a fluidtight seal and permits the components and fitting to thereafter be rotated relative to each other.

Abstract: A grab handle attached to a chair, said grab handle comprising a fluid passageway and a fluid outlet for flow therethrough of a fluid. The grab handle may be used for washing and/or drying a person sitting in the chair, for example.

Abstract: A portable foot bath has a reservoir for holding a volume of liquid. The reservoir has a floor. The foot bath also has a jet connected to a pump. A first outlet is in a first location of the floor and a second outlet is in a second location of the floor that is a location different than the first location. The jet circulates the liquid in the reservoir. The liquid goes through the first outlet and the second outlet to create a first whirling flow pattern and a second whirling flow pattern, respectively, from the liquid in the reservoir.

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting occult blood and other analytes in the water of a toilet bowl release a dye reagent into the water which produces an observable signal in the presence of the blood. The dye reagent is preferably dispersed as a liquid, powder, gel, or other form which rapidly mixes and combines with the sample. Usually, automatic mechanical or electromechanical dispensing systems are used to release the dye reagent into the water.

Abstract: A small sink mounted on a stationary swivel is provided which can be used by adults and children in the hygienic practice to prevent the spread of deadly bacteria and viruses. The mini sink is easily swung in an arc to a position in front of the user, then, after use, it can be pushed back into a storage position. Part II of this invention covers public avenues where too, the normally accepted practice of washing hands after cleansing the posterior area of fecal matter and urine and redressing was thought to assure and meet personal sanitary requirements. But sterilizing hand inserts and the miniscrub set new standards for personal hygiene at home and abroad.

Abstract: A liquid delivery system for a sink comprises a basin having a plurality of perforations located therein in an irregular pattern, and a faucet assembly in fluid communication with said a source of liquid and with said perforations. Upon selective activation of said faucet assembly, the liquid is introduced into the interior of the basin from all sides in a plurality of independent streams that converge toward and intersect with one another in the air above the basin to form a pleasing, dome-shaped display.

Abstract: A rotary valve operationally connected to a rotary shaft is housed so as to be slidably rotatable in an accommodation hole formed in a cylinder block. A suction valve mechanism functions so as to introduce refrigerant gas in a suction chamber into a compression chamber. A gas suction passage leading from the suction chamber to the compression chamber can be opened and closed in synchronism with rotation of the rotary shaft. In an outer circumferential surface of the rotary valve is formed a groove constituting a part of a gas vent passage for introducing the refrigerant gas in a crank chamber into the compression chamber.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus is disclosed including a patient support and a powered transport device to facilitate movement of a patient support.

Abstract: A self-heating, portable massage or therapy table is disclosed. The portable massage table comprises a cushioned pad that is comfortable for a user to sit or lie on. Preferably inside the cushioned pad is an electrical heat mechanism which heats the cushioned pad. The cushioned pad and the heat mechanisms are sectioned so that the surface can be folded. Finally, the table comprises foldable legs that support the table.

Abstract: There is disclosed a treatment table that has a footbath in the leg section. The treatment table can be positioned in many different configurations.

Abstract: An adjustable bed includes at a minimum a head support and a back support pivotally connected to each other, a mechanism for pivoting the head support automatically from a first position horizontal and coplanar to the back support to an inclined positions and the latter mechanism being effective upon further operation to pivotally move the back support from its horizontal position to any one of a number of inclined positions without altering the inclination of the head support relative to the back support.

Abstract: An Airway Management Apparatus (AMA) and method for easing the breathing and aiding the alignment of the oral, pharyngeal, and laryngeal axes of the airway of an obese individual in the supine position. The AMA includes an upper-body support, and a head and neck support having a partially concave and partially convex surface coupled to the upper-body support. The AMA eases breathing by raising the individual's upper body at an angle, causing the individual's abdominal mass to fall away from the diaphragm. The AMA provides a support for the individual's neck to be extended, and for the head to be rotated backwards, to aid in the alignment of the oral, pharyngeal, and laryngeal axes of the individual's airway.

Abstract: A seat cushion including a first and second pillar positioned specifically for receiving the ischial tuberosities of a user. The pillars relieve the pressure of the ischial tuberosity areas, but are easy and inexpensive to manufacture. In addition, the position of the pillars can be customized for a particular user. Hence, pressure reduction is accomplished only where it is needed. The invention can be used on flat cushions and on cushions with a molded shape.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided to aid a person entering end exiting a bed. The apparatus includes an elongated shaft and a member mounted normally to an end of the elongated shaft. The member is in the same plane as the shaft and is centered relative to the end. The elongated shaft and the member are shaped so as not to have a closed loop. The elongated shaft has a bracket to mount to a bed with the plane parallel to a side of the bed.

Abstract: A protective member, preferably an extruded plastic is used to enclose, at least partially, a component of a bed frame so as to provide protection against inadvertent injury to a user striking the otherwise sharp edges of the component. The components are normally a side rail and a center rail and the protective member is snapped fitted to that component by the presence of curved lips that at least partially encircle the external edges of the component. There are also ribs formed in the protective member and which position the protective member a predetermined distance away from the particular component. In the case of the center rail, the protective member is spaced away from the upper surface of the center rail so as to compensate for the lower position of that surface with respect to the head and foot cross members so that a box spring resting upon the side rails and the center rail is supported evenly and does not bow at its center due to a spatial difference between the center rail and the cross members.

Abstract: A support structure, such as a mattress, is provided for the placement and removal of a human waste container, such as a bedpan, with minimal exertion by the attendant and minimal movement of the person. The mattress is provided with a cavity equipped with a controllable expandable cushion. Prior to use, the bedpan is placed in the cavity on top of the contracted cushion and the cushion is expanded to raise the bedpan directly under the person. A mattress protector extends into the cavity to protect the cavity from leaks or spills which may result during the person's use of the bedpan. When fully expanded, the cushion completely fills the cavity so that it is substantially flush with the rest of the mattress. A bedsheet covers the mattress and is provided with a fly or flap for access to the cavity. A disposable wastebag system can be arranged onto the cavity for use in place of a bedpan.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress is provided having an upper and a lower inflatable support chamber which are arranged in a substantially vertical manner. Each inflatable support chamber has a top layer, a bottom layer, and a side gusset. At least one inflatable stabilizing component is attached at the bottom layer of the lower inflatable support chamber and is of a height less than the height of the lower inflatable support chamber.

Abstract: A support surface includes a cover defining an interior region, a mattress core located in the interior region, and a force sensor located in the interior region.

Abstract: A directional lock for a caster. The caster has a wheel assembly including a wheel rotatable about a wheel axis and a housing for supporting the wheel. The housing defines a cavity for receiving a portion of the wheel. Also, the caster includes a stem supported by the housing and positionable in a chassis element, the wheel assembly being pivotally attached to the stem. The directional lock has an engagement portion and a base portion coupled to the engagement portion such that the engagement portion is movable relative to the base portion. The engagement portion is for engaging the wheel assembly to locate the wheel assembly in a predetermined position relative to the chassis element. The base portion is adapted to cooperate with the chassis element to maintain the engagement portion in a predetermined relation to the chassis element.

Abstract: Described is the use of polyisobutene and polyisobutene derivatives as a replacement for raw and refined and optionally chemically modified wool grease and wool grease mixtures in preparations, especially fatliquoring compositions, for leather manufacture.

Abstract: A method and apparatus perform surface treatment of fibers of woven and non-woven textile materials to be affected by electrical plasma generated by electrical discharges from two electrically conductive electrodes situated inside a dielectric body. A voltage of a frequency from 50 Hz to 1 MHz and magnitude from 100 V to 100 kV is applied between the electrodes of the electrode system which is situated in a gas at a pressure from 1 kPa to 1,000 kPa. The electrical plasma is generated on a portion of the dielectric body surface without contacting the electrically conductive electrodes. The apparatus treats textile materials using electrically conductive electrodes situated inside of the dielectric body and are situated on the same side of the textile material affected by the plasma. The electrically conductive electrodes are parallel with the portion of the surface of the dielectric body on which the electrical plasma is generated.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a finishing method and composition for greatly increasing the tear strength and flex abrasion resistance of durable press cellulosic (including cotton) fabric, without sacrificing its durable press properties.

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 method for detecting a dewatering load in a washing machine and a washing machine control method using the same are provided. The dewatering load is detected, and the washing machine is controlled accordingly, by first determining an acceleration or deceleration time and applying the principle that the laundry load during dewatering corresponds to the time required for accelerating/decelerating a washing tub driven by a motor, to drive the washing tub at a predetermined rotational speed based on the detection or to stop its rotation based on a determination of an overload condition.

Abstract: Novel pyrrolidinyl-substituted para-phenylenediamine derivatives comprising a cationic radical, the dye compositions comprising them and the process for dyeing keratin fibers using these compositions, making it possible to obtain a chromatic, powerful, unselective and fast coloration of keratin fibers.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising a direct polycationic dye of formula (I) below:

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising a direct polycationic dye of formula (I) below:

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to oxidation dye compositions comprising, in an aqueous medium suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye, ammonia, and at least one mesomorphic phase present in an amount greater than or equal to 10% by weight, relative to the weight of the composition.

Abstract: A composition for dyeing keratin fibers, such as human keratin fibers, and further such as the hair, comprising at least one dye chosen from heteroylmethane type direct dyes, such as triheteroylmethane direct dyes and leuco precursors of such dyes, as defined herein. A method that uses the composition for dyeing keratin fibers, such as human keratin fibers, and further such as the hair, and a kit or device containing same.

Abstract: The present application relates to a cosmetic composition intended for treating keratin fibres, comprising, in a support which is suitable for keratin fibres: (a) at least one enzyme of 2-electron oxidoreductase type in the presence of at least one donor for the said enzyme; (b) at least one nonionic guar gum; as well as to processes for treating keratin fibres, in particular processes for dyeing, permanently reshaping or bleaching the hair, using this composition.

Abstract: The present application relates to a cosmetic composition intended for treating keratin fibres, comprising, in a support which is suitable for keratin fibres: (a) at least one enzyme of 2-electron oxidoreductase type in the presence of at least one donor for the said enzyme; (b) at least one basic amino acid; as well as to processes for treating keratin fibres, in particular processes for dyeing, permanently reshaping or bleaching the hair, using this composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dyed and/or printed non-woven fabric consisting of non-split and/or at least partially split microfibres and/or microfilaments consisting of synthetic polymers containing at least one polyester constituent and at least one polyamide constituent and, optionally, at least one polyurethane constituent, said fabric having been dyed and/or printed by means of at least one azo dye which is produced on the non-woven fabric. The invention also relates to a method for dyeing and/or printing the inventive fabric.

Abstract: A process of coloring an anodized layer on a metal article comprising laser marking an area to be colored to a desired depth and applying a polymerizable ink to color the area to the desired depth. The ink may optionally include a volatile aqueous or non-aqueous solvent, a curing catalyst and various performance enhancing additives.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of mass-colouring synthetic materials, which comprises using at least one pigment dye of formula (1) wherein R and R1 together form a phenyl or heteroaryl radical and R2 is hydrogen, or R1 and R2 together form a phenyl or heteroaryl radical and R is hydrogen, and the rings A and B may each independently of the other be substituted by C1-C4?alkyl, C1-C4alkoxy, halogen, —COOR3, —CONHR4 and/or by —SR5, wherein R3, R4 and R5 are each independently of the others hydrogen, C1-C4alkyl, C6-C12aryl or heteroaryl, to synthetic materials coloured with such pigment dyes, and to novel pigment dyes of formula (3), wherein R6 is hydrogen or bromine.