Abstract: Personal body armor has hard armor plates on the front and back of the wearer which extend between a left vest section and a right vest section formed of soft armor. Foam pads are affixed to the interior of the vest sections which space the soft armor and the hard armor plates from the wearer's body and define multiple vertically extending air channels between the wearer and the hard armor plates and the interior of the soft armor. The air channels promote ventilation of the armor and cooling of the wearer. For additional comfort, the soft armor is formed of multiple conventional layers of ballistic material and a {fraction (1/16)} inch molded plastic layer. The hard armor plates are configured to avoid interference with the usual range of motion of the wearer.

Abstract: A garment for aquatic sports, including a torso-forming part which includes a front panel and a rear panel, which is provided with openings for the passage of the head, legs, and arms, the garment also including an opening in the form of a slit, provided with a fastening mechanism. The garment includes an internal collar, a main portion of which surrounds the user's neck, the collar being fixed to an inner surface of the torso-forming part.

Abstract: A dress shirt includes a collar portion for generally fitting around a neck of a person. The dress shirt further includes a back portion connected to the collar portion and extends downwardly therefrom. The back portion preferably has a bottom portion ending above the bottom portion of the front portion. A securing mechanism may include a first elastic strap having a first end portion connected to one of the plurality of outer edge portions. The strap may further have a second end portion removably attachable to another of the plurality of outer edge portions. The first and second end portions of the strap may include Velcro material for fastening to each other. The securing mechanism may also include a second elastic strap extending downwardly from the back portion and traversing across the first strap. The second strap may be connected to the first strap.

Abstract: A glove in which a thumb, an index finger, a middle finger, a third finger, and a little finger, or a thumb, an index finger, a middle finger, and a shell portion, are formed at one side of a main body and an opening portion for insertion of a hand is formed at the other side, which includes an integrated sheet in which a front index finger having a thumb hole formed at a lower end thereof, extending from a finger end, and having a wing formed at a side surface thereof, a rear index finger, a rear middle finger, and a rear shell portion, are formed, and a finger piece having a separated cut middle finger and a shell portion and sewn between the finger end and the wing of the front index finger.

Abstract: A hat device configured to visually simulate a vehicle tire. The hat device is configured so that the visually simulated tire is worn transversely relative to a user's head.

Abstract: A surgical garment includes a head gear apparatus for supporting a face shield and shroud. The head gear apparatus includes a helmet that supports a fan assembly, and that defines forward and rear ventilation passageways. The helmet includes a chin bar that defines a centrally located slot, and an upper ledge. The upper edge of the face shield contacts the upper ledge, while the lower edge of the shield includes a tab that extends through the slot. The chin bar and face shield include a plurality of magnetic elements that magnetically connect the lower edge of the face shield to the chin bar. The helmet is suspended from a strap assembly that is carried directly on the head of the wearer. The strap assembly includes an adjustable occipital support that bears against the occiput of the wearer. The face shield can include a plurality of film layers that can be removed when soiled.

Abstract: An adjustable identification bracelet or bracelet to be worn by children age 2-12 yrs. who enters public areas such as amusement parks, sports stadiums, airports, beaches, shopping malls etc., all places where children are at the risk of being involuntarily separated from parents or guardians. The bracelet, which allows name, address, parents phone and/or cell-phone numbers to be ball pen printed on the water repellent writing space on the back, will enable immediate identification of the child and thereby reunite child and parents in the easiest and quickest possible way. The bracelet, which is made of Polyurethane (non-toxic), is manufactured in one piece with a locking construction that releases immediately under a certain amount of tension that could otherwise cause injury to the child. The bracelet, which is reusable, is designed with a wide area in the front where company-logos, drawings and figures can be printed/impressed.

Abstract: This present invention is to provide a style of exotic panties. The structure of said exotic includes the body of the panties, and an opening at the position of the genital. The opening has a certain width so that the genital discloses when the user wears the panties. This invention can provide sex pleasure for couples.

Abstract: A pair of swimming/diving goggles includes a soft frame having two outer sides each having an engaging portion, two lenses mounted in the soft frame, a head strap, and two connecting blocks respectively mounted to the engaging portions of the soft frame. Each connecting block is pull-resistant and includes a through-hole for engaging with the head strap. Each connecting block is at least partially embedded in and thus fixed by a plastic material for forming the soft frame. The soft frame is bendable according to a head contour of a user, providing an intimate contact with two sides of the head of the user. The respective connecting block is not deformed when the head strap is pulled.

Abstract: Protective suits are used to protect the wearer against hazardous materials such as particulates, liquids, chemicals, pathogens, radiation, electromagnetism, physical trauma, heat and for rain protection. They are used to protect the wearer's surrounding in cleanrooms. Medical protective suits are used to prevent the spread of pathogens from the wearer. Unfortunately, they can cause heat stress by reducing air circulation. This invention discloses a protective suit with bellows and dual one-way valves operated by the normal movement of the wearer to draw air through the suit's interior to cool the wearer and provide breathable air. Filters can be placed in the bellows and suit's air vents, or the suit can be made of a filter material to protect the wearer and the surroundings. The disclosed suit is lighter, less expensive and more mobile than prior-art protective ventilated suits that use powered or externally supplied ventilation and cooling devices.

Abstract: A toilet seat (10) having a cleansing facility with an pivotable arm (18) supplied with warm water for cleaning and warm air for drying the anal and genital areas of a user. The arm (18) being automatically controlled to operate along a path substantially parallel with the central fore and aft axis of the toilet seat (10) between a stored position and an active position. The water is supplied though a duct (36) which has a relatively small cross-sectional area and the air is supplied through a duct (44) having a relatively large cross-sectional area so as to provide respectively differing volumes of fluid to the user. The water duct (36) and air duct (44) are substantially parallel and both terminate in upward disposition to direct the water and air upwardly onto the user at a close range for efficient cleaning and drying, respectively.

Abstract: In general, in one aspect, the disclosure describes a device to enable a user to move a toilet seat from an up position to a down position. The device includes a connection mechanism to connect the device to the toilet seat, a handle, and a pivoting assembly, coupled to the connection mechanism and the handle, to permit the handle to pivot relative to the toilet seat.

Abstract: A sanitary system including a toilet adapted for use in a recreational vehicle, and a recreational vehicle including the toilet and sanitary system.

Abstract: I have invented a unique apparatus similar to the hot water bottle, except that it uses tap water. Those embarrassing brown spots on your underware are proof positive that feces, acids and ammonia are present on your private body increments after a bowel or urine movement. This invention is the answer to a new method of cleansing your private body increments and predicting a bowel movement. It relieves constipation, bloating, irritation and embarrassing brown spots on your underware.

Abstract: A hinge assembly for coupling a spa cover to a spa includes a mounting bracket disposed near a top of the spa, a support arm which is pivotably coupled to the mounting bracket about an axis of rotation, and a spring member disposed between the mounting bracket and the support arm. The spa cover is movable between a fully closed position and a fully open position. The support arm is attached on an outside surface of the spa cover at a vertical offset from the axis of rotation when the spa cover is in the fully closed position. The spring member, which may be a gas spring, forms an angle of less than approximately 45 degrees with respect to the top of the spa when the spa cover is in the fully open position. A metal plate may be affixed using a double sided tape on an outside surface of the spa cover, and then anchored to the spa cover. The metal plate may be used to attach the support arm to the spa cover.

Abstract: A kit for converting a cross-legged folding cot into a tiered cot, which stilt legs having a longitudinal axis, a top end and a bottom end. A female coupling is positioned at the top end of each of the stilt legs. Each female coupling is offset from the longitudinal axis by between 45 degrees and 65 degrees, and is adapted to receive a leg from a first cross-legged folding cot. With each female coupling holding a leg of a first cross-legged folding cot, the first cot is effectively elevated, such that gear can be stowed or a second cot can be positioned in the space provided beneath the first cot between the stilt legs.

Abstract: An attachment device for attaching a sling to a hoist, comprises a headed stud and a plate-like clip, the clip having a slot comprising a first portion through which the head 16 of the stud will pass and a second portion through which the head of the stud will not pass, the first portion and/or the head of the stud being so shaped that the head of the stud will only pass through the first portion when the clip is tilted relative to the stud in order to hinder unintentional disengagement of the clip from the stud.

Abstract: The infant product of the invention is of the type having an infant receptacle suspended from a frame. The infant product is foldable between a deployed position for use and a compact configuration for shipping and storage. In the assembled configuration, the infant receptacle is convertible between a bassinet configuration in which the infant receptacle has a substantially planar support surface and an infant seat configuration in which the support surface of the infant receptacle is partially titled or disposed at an angle such that the infant can be supported in an elevated or seated position. The infant product may include a fabric canopy incorporating floating webs and a quick connect system for securing the canopy in an open position. When the canopy is closed, it is folded so as to lie flat against the infant receptacle. The infant receptacle may also include a lateral support assembly to cradle the infant.

Abstract: An adjustable base is utilized with articulated or adjustable beds of different widths and includes first and second pairs of support brackets with each pair including first and second support brackets in opposing aligned relationship to each other. Each pair of support brackets is fastened at one end to a bed foundation and a second end of each support bracket has an elongated slot for fastening thereto cross rails of a bed-adjusting mechanism. The latter permits the utilization of a single size bed-adjusting mechanism for beds of different widths, permits mixing/matching bed foundations and bed-adjusting mechanisms of different manufacturers, and effects facile assembly.

Abstract: A collapsible enclosure for restraining a patient to an area about a bed comprises a frame having a horizontal eave portion, a horizontal base portion opposing the horizontal cave portion, and at least two vertical members upstanding from the horizontal base portion for supporting the horizontal cave portion. The frame collapses as an integral unit for storage and transfer. A canopy secured to the frame defines an area about a bed such that a patient is allowed to move freely within the area. The canopy includes see-through portions defined by dark colored mesh to enhance visibility therethrough and prevent glare. In one embodiment, the canopy includes a hermetically sealable chamber defining the patient area for quarantining the patient therein.

Abstract: A conventional fitted sheet or mattress cover that is modified so that an oversized or double pocket is formed adjacent the elastic hem at the corners of the sheet or cover. The oversized or double pocket is made by stitching a triangular panel to abut the elastic hem. The oversized pocket functions to anchor the corners of the sheet or mattress cover to the mattress, thereby preventing the sheet/cover from slipping off the mattress. The double pocket can be adapted to any size conventional fitted sheet.

Abstract: An infant co-sleeper has a central cloth bedding portion defining a generally rectilinear area for receiving an infant and two pockets on opposite sides of the generally rectilinear area for receiving removable padding to form barriers on either side of the generally rectilinear area for confining an infant there between. First and second removable padding member are received in the pockets of the central cloth bedding portion to maintain an infant on the central cloth bedding portion. The generally rectilinear area of the co-sleeper can itself define a pocket for receiving backing materials such as absorbent or reinforcing pads. A process of breast feeding the confined infant from the co-sleeper is disclosed where the head of an infant in the co-sleeper is placed adjacent the breast of a nursing human and the padding partially withdrawn to provide infant access to the nursing breast while still confining the infant to the co-sleeper.

Abstract: A ventilation mattress is constructed to include an outer bag, the outer bag having air vents in a top fabric sheet layer thereof and an air inlet, a flexible tube connected to the air inlet of the outer bag, an electric fan installed in the flexible tube and adapted to provide currents of air into the inside of the outer bag, and a fabric stuffing member formed of interwoven nylon fibers and stuffed in the outer bag.

Abstract: An adaptor to mate with a hand tool such as a folding multipurpose tool to make use of the multipurpose tool as a handle to turn tool bits of various sizes, such as screwdrivers or small socket wrenches. The adaptor includes a drive plate which mates with the hand tool, and a tool bit-engaging member attached to the drive plate and movable angularly between various positions, with a latch to keep the tool bit-engaging member in a selected position. A pair of arms of the drive plate engage the sides of the jaws of one type of multipurpose tool to locate the adaptor as required with respect to the multipurpose tool.

Abstract: A tool holder containing at least, one service tool for servicing a power-operated device. The tool holder is permanently attached to a retractable pull cord incorporated into a manual starter of a power-operated device. The service tool or tools are pivotally mounted on the tool holder, allowing the service tool or tools to be folded out for servicing the power operated device and subsequently folded in and stowed compactly within the main body of the tool holder. The tool holder may include a mechanism for reducing the recoil of the manual starter. A cord locking means secures the retractable pull cord of the manual starter in a retracted state. The cord locking means affords a range of mobility to the tool holder, permitting the tool holder and service tools thereon to be easily used to service a power-operated device.

Abstract: The present invention provides functional finishing dyes comprising at least one functional finishing group covalently attached to a traditional dye via a chemical linkage. More particularly, the present invention provides novel antimicrobial cationic dyes comprising a quaternary ammonium salt group covalently attached to an aminoanthraquinioid dye via a linker. The dyes are particularly useful for imparting a functional property to a polymer, such as an antimicrobial, anti-static, softening, water-repellent, fire-resistant, soil-repellent, anti-UV, or anti-chemical property, and for simultaneously dyeing and finishing a polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing cotton warp yarns having an inverse denim effect, which comprises using an indigo dyeing range to perform a dyeing step whereby the cotton warp yarn is through-dyed with indigo in one pass at a dyeing temperature of 30 to 90° C. and an indigo concentration of 5-500 g/l and a subsequent bleaching step whereby the indigo is selectively decolorized on the surface of the cotton warp yarn.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for through-dyeing of cotton warp yarns with indigo in an indigo dyeing range, which comprises dyeing in one pass at a dyeing temperature of 30 to 90° C. and an indigo concentration of 10-60 g/l.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for flameproofing cellulose fibres and articles containing these fibres. The method involves treatment of materials with cyanuric chloride.

Abstract: The present patent application has for an object colorants for dyeing keratin fibers, particularly human hair, and containing 2-amino-5-ethylphenol or a physiologically compatible, water-soluble salt thereof

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ready-to-use oxidizing composition for dyeing, bleaching or permanently reshaping keratin fibre. The oxidizing composition comprises hydroxycarboxylic acids and salts thereof as complexing agents. The invention also relates to a method of using an oxidizing composition and a kit for dyeing, bleaching or permanently reshaping keratin fibres.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a process for dyeing human keratin materials having a lightening effect, applying to the materials a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one fluorescent dye having the following formula: The present disclosure also relates to at least one fluorescent dye, to a composition comprising the at least one fluorescent dye, and to a multi-compartment kit comprising the said composition.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to novel imidazole compounds which can be useful as couplers for the oxidation dyeing of keratinous fibers. The present disclosure also relates to a dyeing composition for dyeing keratinous fibers comprising at least one oxidation base and at least one coupler of the imidazole type as disclosed herein, and the dyeing method using this composition.

Abstract: A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading dock. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored raised position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck assembly rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition.

Abstract: A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading dock. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored raised position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck assembly rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition.

Abstract: A brushing attachment for an electric toothbrush has a neck extending in a longitudinal direction of the brushing attachment, a head at a remote end of the neck, a driveshaft extending in a longitudinal direction of the neck and having a rotation axis extending in the longitudinal direction. There is tuft block mounted to the head for oscillation about a pivot axis extending substantially normally to the rotation axis of the driveshaft. A cam is attached to or formed integrally with the driveshaft and provides a cam surface surrounding the longitudinal axis and being of varied displacement in the longitudinal direction. A cam follower is associated mechanically with the tuft block and bears against the cam surface to effect pivotal oscillation of the tuft block about the pivot axis in use.

Abstract: A brushing attachment for an electric toothbrush includes an elongate neck, a head at an end of the neck, a tuft block located at the head and having bristles parallel to an axis extending in a direction substantially normal to the neck. The tuft block is mounted to the head so as to be movable linearly along the axis and pivotally about the axis. There is a recess in the tuft block facing toward the neck. A driveshaft extends through the neck and has and angularly offset arm received within the recess to effect movement of the tuft block.

Abstract: An electric toothbrush comprising a handle, a head, and a neck extending between the handle and the head. The electric toothbrush has a longitudinal axis. The handle has a hollow interior region, and has a motor disposed within the hollow region. The movable bristle holder is disposed on the head, and has a plurality of movable bristles disposed thereon. The drive shaft operatively connects the motor to the movable bristle holder to move the movable bristle holder and the bristles disposed on the movable bristle holder. The head has bristles disposed thereon. One or more bristles are disposed on a static portion of the head of the toothbrush. Movement of the drive shaft and/or the movable bristle holder results in movement of at least a portion of the one or more bristles disposed on the static portion of the toothbrush head.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a dental cleaning device. It relates in particular to a handle section of an electric toothbrushing device, with a coupling section for coupling various cleaning tools thereto, a drive mechanism for driving the coupled cleaning tool, and a control device for controlling the drive mechanism. The invention further relates to such cleaning tools. According to the invention the handle section includes an electronic interlock device which is deactivated by an encoded interlock canceling element on the cleaning tool only when the cleaning tool, is coupled to the handle section.

Abstract: An interdental treatment device, such as a toothbrush, includes a handle configured to accommodate an electric power source, a head carrying an interdental treatment tool, and a neck between the handle and the head. The head or neck includes a mechanical motorized vibratory device, including a drive which causes the head to vibrate. Electrical connections are operably connected to the mechanical vibratory device and the electric power source to power the mechanical vibratory device via the electrical connections. In various embodiments, a switch may be operably connected to at least one of the electrical connections to interrupt power from the power source to the mechanical motorized vibratory device. In various embodiments, a vibration-damping structure dampens vibration transmission from the head to the handle.

Abstract: System for actuating a contactor of electronic component for the electric testing of said components, whose movement is generated by an electromechanical transducer and controlled by a control system limiting the pressing force of the contactor on the component to be tested.

Abstract: A motorised floor sweeper includes a chassis, a pair of elongate brushes mounted to the chassis in parallel relationship with one another, two electric motors mounted to the chassis and causing counter-rotation of one of the brushes with respect to the other brush, and a dust compartment adjacent to at least one of the brushes for receiving dust swept up by the brush.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a scraper for a barbecue grill comprising a hollow handle and a substantially parallelepiped cleaning head at a forward end of the handle. The cleaning head is disposed at an oblique angle with respect to the handle and includes a blade extended horizontally from a forward side of the cleaning head, wherein the blade has a cutting edge at a forward side thereof with a series of curved peaks and valleys conformed to open spaces of the barbecue grill for removing dirt left on side surfaces of metal bars of the barbecue grill.

Abstract: A grooming brush includes a body having a convex top surface with multiple tooled finger grooves arranged to accommodate multiple hand positions and/or right and left-handed grasps. This ergonomic grip reduces hand and wrist strain and fatigue. The bottom surface of the brush body is equipped with a flexibly attached configuration of bristles. A magnet is fixed within the body of the brush with one pole (e.g., south) in the direction of the top surface and the groomer's hand, and the other pole (e.g., north) in the direction of the bottom surface and the grooming subject. With metal bristles, the magnetic field at the skin surface of the grooming subject may be enhanced by the proximity of the magnetized bristles. The groomer and the grooming subject may thus experience the benefits of magnetic therapy through the grooming process.

Abstract: A handheld toothbrush with a brush head having a forward free end and a rearward portion. Provided at the forward free end of the brush head is at least one bristle tuft of a first set. Adjoining the first set in rearward direction is a second set of tufts comprised of several bristle tufts arranged serially on a ring and extending in the circumferential direction of the ring at an angle of inclination relative to the surface of the brush head. A third set of tufts adjoins the second set of bristle tufts in the direction towards the rearward portion. The tufts of the third set are inclined in the circumferential direction in opposition to the direction of the bristle tufts of the second set. As a result, these tufts are capable of penetrating optimally between the user's teeth, hence ensuring a better cleaning result.

Abstract: A roller style paint applicator that enables the user to halt the free rolling motion of the roller cage by applying thumb pressure to a pushrod assembly (30), pushing its end piece (46) into contact with any household roller brush that has been installed on the cage. Upon cessation of pressure, the brake assembly retracts to its original position, allowing the roller brush to again rotate freely when any force causes it to do so.

Abstract: A wiper blade is proposed, which is used to clean windows, in particular of motor vehicles. The wiper blade is arranged with a rubber elastic wiper strip (24) on the one band surface (22) of a band-like, long-stretched-out, elastic supporting element (12) and can be placed on the to-be-wiped window (14). The other band surface (16) of the supporting element is covered by another component (40) of the wiper blade (10), at least in sections, and this covering part is provided with claw-like projections (54) arranged in the longitudinal direction of the wiper blade, which grip under holding edges (38) of the supporting element. A particularly tension-neutral and easily mountable wiper blade is achieved if the covering part (40), manufactured of an elastic plastic, is provided with an armoring (60) in the area of its projections (54) whose strength is greater than the strength of the plastic used for the covering part.

Abstract: This invention relates to windshield wiper system which utilizes a flexible drive arm for withstanding bending loads applied to a wiper. The drive arm may be made of a pull-molded composite material having a relatively low modulus of elasticity and a relatively high elongation factor. The flexible arm twists in the presence a bending load and undergoes rapidly progressing elastic buckling when the bending load exceeds a predetermined amount.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaning system for a vehicle includes a console (12), which may be centrally positioned between the front seats (16) of the vehicle. A canister (10), in the form of a drawer to the console, is selectively removed, when vacuuming is to be commenced, and a flexible hose (96) unclamped from a side compartment (112) of the canister. The canister, with the hose attached, is carried by a handle strap (58) to a part of the car to be cleaned. A motor fan assembly (70) within the canister is powered from the vehicle's battery by means of a power cord (84) to draw dirt into a dirt cup (90) in the canister. Entrained air passes from the dirt cup through a filter (94) and is directed by the fan to an exhaust outlet (82) in the canister.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaning machine has a cannister with an inlet port and at least two outlet ports. At least two filters are disposed inside of the cannister, one in pneumatic communication through each of the outlet ports. At least two valves are disposed outside of the cannister. Each valve is in pneumatic communication between a vacuum source and an outlet port so as to permit air to be drawn by the vacuum source from the inlet port simultaneously through the filters. A controller operates the valves to switch the filters from the vacuum source to ambient air so as to permit ambient air to be sequentially intermittently drawn through corresponding valves and filters into the cannister. Preferably, the controller includes a timing mechanism for setting the delay time of the sequential valve operation and a timing mechanism for setting the intermittent time of connection of each filter to ambient air.