Abstract: A camouflage hood assembly including a mounting bracket for releasable attachment to a vertical support. A cord is suspended from the mounting bracket and has opposed ends. A hood, size to cover the head of a user, is secured to one of the ends of the cord and is formed of a light-transmissive webbing so that a user can see through the hood. A weight is secured to the other end of the cord. The weight is heavier than the hood such that releasing the weight causes the hood to be elevated.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a hand protection strap (1), having a flexible, substantially planar body (2) whose upper side forms a support surface for the palm and fingers of a user's hand. An attachment device (3, 4) is provided at one end region of the body (2) in order to attach the hand protection strap (1) to the user's wrist and/or forearm. Finger retention elements (5) are provided at the lower end region of the body (2) in order to retain the hand protection strap (1) on at least two fingers. A projection (6) is provided on the finger region of the support surface, in order to afford better grip and security to the fingers in particular in the region of the proximal finger joint. The planar body (2) is equipped, at least in the palm region of the support surface, with at least one reinforcing layer (7).

Abstract: Knee pads that may be quickly donned over work clothing offer protection to knees and clothing and provide long-term comfort when kneeling without binding behind the knees.

Abstract: A reversible article of swimwear offers two swimsuits in one assembly, with two sides having a single support liner with a double waistband which reverses along with a swim trunk of the assembly. The two sides may have identical appearances, or they may have different appearances, such as a print side as well as a solid side, respectively. The article of swimwear may include functional pockets on one or both sides. The double waistband provides both stability and comfort, and the article of swimwear may be fabricated with appropriate material for use in swimming-related activities, for example, to be waterproof and/or quick-drying.

Abstract: A garment (10) of poncho-like construction has two or more head openings (22, 24) formed therein and is otherwise configured to be worn simultaneously by two or more persons. The garment has a garment front (15) and a garment back (17) which overlap each other, and first and second outside arm openings (14a, 14b) at, respectively, the first side edge (14) and second side edge (16). An inside arm opening (26) is also provided.

Abstract: A garment has a piece of clothing with at least one pad of conformable, energy dissipating media. The pad is positioned at a location on the clothing of the wearer to dissipate the energy resulting from a sudden impact at that location. The pad may be retained against the garment by a connector attached to the surface of the clothing or may be secured within a pocket on the garment. Additionally, the pad may be used in conjunction with hard shell padding.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a disposable glove. The glove comprises a polymeric material having an inside surface for contacting the skin of a wearer. The glove further comprises a coating formed on the inside surface thereof. This coating comprises a film-forming compound and an oil-based emollient. A method of making the glove is also disclosed.

Abstract: Elastic headwear has a head covering portion being stretchable in at least a circumferential direction thereof, and a visor portion connected to the head covering portion. The visor portion is stretchable in at least the circumferential direction of the head covering portion. The elastic headwear is capable of stretching throughout its whole portion since the visor portion as well as the head covering portion can be stretch in the circumferential direction.

Abstract: A foldable headband including a central part having two ends and headband shanks having curved ear pieces. The headband may also include a hinge that swingably couples each of the headband shanks to the central part and each of the two curved earpieces, similar to eyeglasses. The headband is providing the wearer's hair to be held in a desired position away from the face. The curved earpieces allow comfort for extended periods of use. The shape allows any hair type to be styled around headband.

Abstract: Liquidproof seams are formed between laminates, most preferably those having a complex textile structure on the sealing side of the laminate, where at least a portion of the complex textile in the sealing region is removed, such as by skiving, to reduce the thickness in the seam, or sealing region, prior to the creation of a durably sealed liquidproof seam.

Abstract: A goggle includes a body, the body having two integrated frames respectively extended around the lenses thereof and two lugs respectively outwardly extended from the frames for the mounting of a headband, each frame each having a smoothly curved inner edge fitting the curvature of human face around the eyes and a stepped inner section, and two sealing members directly molded from a compound rubber on the body, each sealing member having two annular flanges respectively bonded to the inner and outer surfaces of the corresponding frame, the outer annular flange being bonded to the outer surface of the stepped inner section of the corresponding frame and disposed in flush with an outer surface of the corresponding frame.

Abstract: A polyethylene garment protector, extensively used by garment manufacturers to protect garments in transport to and from various facilities such as, factories, distribution centers, and retail establishments. The garment protector is also commonly used by garment pressers or cleaners for the delivery or storage of pressed or cleaned garments mounted on conventional garment hangers. Furthermore, the polyethylene garment protector can also be used to enclose other textiles or goods that may be stored, shipped and/or sold in hanging form. The polyethylene garment protector is provided with at least one zone of weakness on either the front side, back side or both sides of such garment protectors, along which the garment protector may be severed to facilitate its removal so that the enclosed garment is not wrinkled or mussed. Essentially, the zone of weakness provides tear lines upon which the envelope may be opened to facilitate separating the protector and the enclosed garment.

Abstract: The flushing flow distributor has a first channel (21) which is to be connected to a discharge (45) of the flushing cistern (4), and a second and a third channel (24, 25, 69). The second channel (24) and the third channel (25) are in each case to be connected to a toilet bowl (10). The first channel (21) has a nozzle (17, 18, 19, 55, 62) which outputs the water to the two other channels (24, 25, 69). The nozzle (17, 18, 19, 55, 62) is preferably designed as a free jet nozzle. The flushing flow distributor is preferably designed as a pipe interrupter. It is preferably used on a pressurized flushing cistern (4) and permits flushing with less flushing water while at the same time requiring less space and with a flushing action which is at least ample.

Abstract: A ventilated toilet system with a toilet bowl, a toilet tank and a ventilation system. The ventilated toilet system has a vacuum system motor to expel odors from the ventilated toilet system via odor exhaust piping of varying widths, with an impeller and a housing for the vacuum system motor, that include a time delay contact relay, a flush lever button switch, a ground fault circuit interrupter with an on/off switch, a float switch and a contact relay.

Abstract: What is new in the art of Salon home care is that there isn't any easy way to be able to shampoo, or do chemical services on your hair until this is can be manufactured. This potable back and neck, plus portable hose, is safe and easy to use. With this invention you can now lean back to the sink instead of leaning forward, it solves all the problems I came across, to make it quick, easy, and efficient for children and adults.

Abstract: A water wall fitting for a whirlpool bathtub having a cover and a shape to enable drainage of a closed loop piping system into a tub. Additionally, a water jet in said housing that delivers a hydro massage.

Abstract: An improved height adjustment mechanism for showering devices that are attached to the shower stem. The improved mechanism features a simple, locking ratchet clamp that can be easily released, adjusted up or down and reliably locked.

Abstract: A tub arrangement comprising leg sections (2a, 2b) and/or supporting arrangement (12, 13) for fixing the arrangement on a wall or an a inner wall of a closet, wherein at least one supporting means comprise against a floor placed legs (2b), wherein wheels (4b, 4c); (4d, 4e) have been connected to said legs at a two part tub (1), to which one (2b) of the leg sections is fixed and which comprises a separate seat section (1a) and correspondingly a separate foot section (1b), the tub being turnable around a horizontal axis so that a person taking a bath can either lie or sit in the tub (1). The arrangement comprises a power element (6) connected between the leg sections (2a, 2b) or between leg section (2b) and supporting arrangement (12, 13) for adjusting the distance between a first connecting point (7) and a second connecting point (8).

Abstract: A shower tray has a trough along one or more sides of the tray and means for clamping flexible floor covering material and/or a flexible edge of a ramp device in the trough(s). The clamping means may comprise one or more elongate clamping elements and means for fixing the clamping element(s) in the trough(s).

Abstract: A washing device comprising a housing provided with an opening to allow access to an internal cavity thereof, a first liquid inlet in an upper region of the housing, a second liquid inlet in a lower region of the housing, an outlet arranged to drain liquid from the housing, and structure for delivering liquid under pressure to the first and second inlets. The washing device is suitable for hand washing.

Abstract: A bath apparatus for bathing a body part, such as feet, includes a bath chamber for containing fluid and receiving the user's feet therein. The bath apparatus includes a heater for heating the bath chamber fluid, and a fluid pump for directing streams of water into the bath chamber to massage the user's feet. A float switch is provided so that the heater and the fluid pump only operate if there is an adequate amount of fluid in the bath chamber. The bath apparatus also includes a selection device disposed within the bath chamber, that is configured to be actuated by the user's feet when they are submerged within the bath chamber fluid. This provides a higher water pressure only after the feet are disposed within the bath chamber, thereby reducing the likelihood that water will be expelled from the bath chamber.

Abstract: A lifting mechanism is disclosed for a bed deck having a top surface where a user may lie thereon and a bottom surface. The bed deck is rotatably mounted to a bed platform having a recessed storage area. The bed deck can be moved from a horizontal to a non-horizontal position. The lifting mechanism is at least partially disposed in the recessed storage area and includes a torsion bar having a first end and a second end; a cam follower rigidly mounted to the torsion bar proximal to the first end; an anchor arm rigidly mounted to the torsion bar proximal to the second end; a mechanism for mounting the torsion bar with the bed platform; and a cam mounted to the bottom surface of the bed deck.

Abstract: The present invention provides an extendable and retractable foot section for a medical examination table whereby the footrest is adapted to extend when the footrest section is raised to its generally horizontal height for use, and alternatively, retract when the footrest section is lowered to its generally vertical position for storage. The coordinated movement of the footrest section is accomplished through the use of a linkage assembly, a slidable footrest section, and a table footrest support frame. Additionally, an actuator is provided to operably cause the linkage assembly to rotate the footrest support frame while simultaneously sliding the footrest.

Abstract: A surgical table width extender having an angled tang structure for engaging the gap formed between a standard table and its stand-off-mounted side rail. The tang structure contacts portions of the rail and portions of the table edge to enhance the load-carrying capability of the table side rail assembly. The extender further provides its own stand-off-mounted rail and a quick release clamp for securing the extender to the table. The tang structure is formed to allow a single extender to be used on either side of a surgical table where the stand-offs are not evenly spaced apart. The extender body is formed from a lightweight, strong carbon fiber composite material. Further enhancements protect exposed corners of the extender and protect potential high stress surfaces. An angularly orientable attachment is provided for use when two width extenders are used simultaneously on opposite sides of the table. In a lowered, horizontal orientation the attachment acts as a table length extender.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an enhancer device, and more particularly, to an enhancer device for enhancing the utility and look of a user's bed. The enhancer device comprises a support member securing mechanism for securing the enhancer device; a support member detachably attached with the support member securing mechanism, the support member having a base end and a distal end; and a fastener connected with the distal end of the support member. Once secured, an attachment may be connected with the fastener. The attachment allows a user to support a body part, or alternatively, display decorative or items, thereby enhancing the utility and look of the user's bed.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for changing diapers are disclosed. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a bag member partially enclosing an interior region and an outer surface having at least one first securing member formed thereon. A changing mat is operatively coupled to the outer surface and has at least one second securing member formed thereon. The changing mat is deployable between a closed position wherein the first and second securing members are engageable and the changing mat occupies a stowed position proximate to the outer surface of the bag member, and an open position wherein the changing mat is unfolded to provide an elongated changing surface. The bag member remains substantially unchanged during deployment of the changing mat between the open and closed positions.

Abstract: A mattress and a method of manufacturing a mattress are disclosed. The mattress includes a mattress core, a side rail joined to the mattress core by a one or more adhesive patches, optionally a deck applied over an area of the mattress core and joined to the mattress core by adhesive patches, and an upholstery layer defining a sleep surface applied over the deck or the mattress core and joined to the deck by adhesive patches. The adhesive patches have a bonding strength sufficient to maintain a relative position between the various mattress components at least during assembly of the mattress. The upholstery layer is permanently secured to the side rail by, for example, sewing or stapling.

Abstract: An inflatable bed having an inflatable top mattress portion and an inflatable support structure portion having at least one ring section. Each ring section of the support structure portion includes a peripheral tubular member defining an exterior periphery and a reinforcing member connected thereto.

Abstract: A two-mode therapeutic mattress system is provided, including a non-powered air mattress, a pressure dispersion cushion, and a selectively operable air diffusion coverlet in a common modular assembly for improved medical management of skin care. The non-powered air mattress includes longitudinal air cylinders providing a static air support system inflated to predetermined pressure. The longitudinal air cylinders are in pressure communication with elasticized reservoirs, in that the air level in the elasticized reservoirs dynamically reacts to changes in pressure in the longitudinal air cylinders, for example upon receipt of a patient upon the mattress system. The pressure dispersion cushion facilitates pressure relief with a number of lateral and longitudinal cuts resulting in a plurality of separate upright support cells, the size and construction of which may vary over the surface of the pressure dispersion cushion so as to provide selective support characteristics.

Abstract: Edge rails for a mattress core are combined with an upholstery layer to provide a pre-assembled work piece that provides a perimeter about a mattress core. The edge rails, which may be foam, may be attached to the upholstery layer with hinges that permit each edge rail to rotate relative to the upholstery layer between an unassembled, flat position and an assembled, upright position. In the unassembled position, the work piece may present a relatively flat profile for more convenient bulk storage. In the assembled position, the edge rails are positioned to closely surround a mattress core of suitable size.

Abstract: The invention specifies a pocket tool, particularly a pocket knife (1) or plate-like tool card, comprising a housing (2) with at least one receiving area (10), and at least two functional components (11) movable from a storage position within the receiving area (10), into a working position outside of the receiving area (10). The first functional component (11) is designed as a tool, particularly a pair of scissors (16) or knife (1). The second functional component (11) has a support casing (25) and is equipped with a recordable and readable, nonvolatile memory, as well as with an interface (24). A releasable locking device and a longitudinal guide or pivot bearing are arranged between the support casing (25) of the second functional component (11) and the housing (2).

Abstract: A carabiner tool assembly is provided. The tool assembly comprises in one embodiment a body portion for storing a tool having a longitudinal length and a carabiner assembly. The body portion comprises an outside shell forming an interior chamber and an opening extending through the outside shell through to the interior chamber, the opening being sized to be only slightly larger than needed to pass the tool through in a direction along the longitudinal length of the tool. The carabiner assembly comprises a first leg having a selectively openable gate assembly, the first leg extending from a first section of the body portion. A second leg extends from a second section of the body portion and a third leg extends between and connects the first and second legs, wherein the first, second and third legs of the carabiner assembly define another opening. The carabiner assembly can also have only two legs.

Abstract: Method of producing a manufactured article, particularly in silk, indicated in the treatment of skin diseases of the human body, in which the following stages are envisaged: a. making the manufactured article, carrying out manufacture with raw, untreated and degummed silk; b. immersing the manufactured article thus obtained in a bath comprising a composition based on quaternary ammonium, combined with a catalyst that polymerizes on the fibers; c. drying; d. any required coloring of the manufactured article thus obtained, which can also be carried out prior to stage (b); and in which the manufactured article consists of an article of clothing particularly suitable for children, in the form of a therapeutic romper suit or overalls, in knitted silk, integrating portions of knitwear that cover the ends of the upper and lower limbs, which provides, corresponding to the aforesaid ends, openings like buttonholes for the temporary emergence of the hands and of the feet.

Abstract: Fabric article treatment in a domestic appliance using at least a first and a second predominant fluids. Specifically, the first and the second predominat fluids are selected to be different in order to deliver more effective results. The first and the second predominant fluids are independently selected from the group consisting of water, linear or cyclic silicones, hydrocarbons, glycol ethers, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: An improved fabric article treatment method in a laundering appliance involving a fluid switchover step such that the first predominant fluid is at least partially removed and a second predominant fluid is added. Specifically, the first and the second predominat fluids are selected to have different dielectric constatns. The fluid swichover method is also useful in controlling the surfactant carryover in a laundering process.

Abstract: A continuously operating apparatus for the wet heat treatment of a continuous textile substrate advancing in a predetermined direction is described, the apparatus comprising: a unit for hydro-thermal treatment of the textile substrate, comprising a chamber able to contain a heated treatment fluid; a first group for conveying the textile substrate into the hydro-thermal treatment unit; and a second group for conveying the textile substrate out of the hydro-thermal treatment unit, characterized in that it also comprises pressure sealing groups, said pressure sealing groups being associated with said substrate conveying groups so as to close said chamber in a substantially sealed manner so that the treatment fluid may be pressurized to a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a washing machine and control method thereof, by which a laundry can be dried more effectively, by which a drying cycle time can be shortened, and by which stability and reliance can be enhanced. The present invention includes the step of performing dewatering and preliminary drying simultaneously during a dewatering cycle. And, The present invention supplies cooling water for condensing hot and humid air during the dewatering cycle.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of controlling a washing course in a washing machine, by which a drive motor for rotating a drum is prevented from being overloaded according to a laundry amount and by which a drum can be smoothly rotated without unnecessary power consumption provided to a motor. In a washing machine having a motor for rotating a drum in a first direction, the present invention includes the steps of driving the motor to rotate the drum at a prescribed angle in the first direction, stopping driving the motor so that the drum is rotated by a gravitational force of a laundry within the drum in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and rotating the drum in the first direction again by driving the motor while the drum is rotated in the first direction switched from the first direction by the gravitational force of the laundry.

Abstract: Dyeing agents for keratin fibers, containing N-heteroarylmethyl-m-phenylenediamine derivatives of general formula (I) or the salts thereof and new N-heteroarylmethyl-m-phenylenediamine derivatives.

Abstract: The colorant for dyeing keratin fibers contains oxidation dye precursors and/or direct dyes and a combination of from 2 to 12 percent by weight of at least one long-chain fatty alcohol, from 2 to 12 percent by weight of at least one alkanolamide, from 0.5 to 10 percent by weight of at least one fatty alcohol alkoxylate and from 0.5 to 10 percent by weight of at least one quatemary ammonium compound. The weight ratio of fatty alcohol to alkanolamide is from 0.5:1.5 to 1.5:0.5. A method of making the colorant is described.

Abstract: N-Aryl-4,5-diaminopyrazole of formula (I) or a physiologically compatible salt thereof of an organic or inorganic acid wherein R1 and R2 independently of each other denote a hydrogen atom, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-alkyl group, a hydroxyl group, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-monohydroxyalkyl group, a straight-chain or branched C3-C6-dihydroxyalkyl group, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-alkoxy group, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-hydroxyalkoxy group, a straight-chain or branched C3-C6-dihydroxyalkoxy group, an amino group, a C1-C4-monoalkylamino group, a di(C1-C4)-alkylamino group, a halogen atom, a difluoromethyl group or a trifluoromethyl group; Y stands for a nitrogen atom or a C—R3 group, wherein C is a carbon atom of the aromatic ring and R3 is a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-alkyl group, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-hydroxyalkyl group, a straight-chain or branched C1-C6-alkoxy group, a straight-chain or branched C2-C6-hydroxyalkoxy gr

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dye composition comprising at least one oxidation base and at least one coupler of the 2,3,5-triaminopyridine type. This composition may be useful for dyeing keratin fibers, such as the hair. Also disclosed are a process for dyeing keratin fibers and a multi-compartment dyeing kit using the claimed dye composition. Such a composition can make it possible to obtain strong, uniform dyeing results between the end and the root, which are resistant to external agents, while at the same time being capable of giving varied shades, for example, in fundamental shades such as chestnut, grey or black shades.

Abstract: A process for making multi-colored fabrics from a single dye formula is described. The process involves providing a substrate including synthetic fibers, with the substrate having defined regions where the synthetic fibers have differing levels of fiber orientation, and dyeing the substrate with a dye bath containing at least one dye from at least two of the categories of a) high contrast dyes, 2) medium contrast dyes and c) low contrast dyes, to thereby produce a multi-colored substrate from a single dye formula. The substrates are characterized by having a base of a first color and patterned regions of a different color, with the regions of different colors corresponding to regions of different levels of fiber orientation.

Abstract: An electric toothbrush has a neck extending in a longitudinal direction, a head at a remote end of the neck, a handle at a proximal end of the neck, an electric motor located within the handle, and a tuft block mounted to the head in a manner allowing pivotal oscillation about a tuft block axis that is normal to the longitudinal direction of the neck. A primary rocker arm extends longitudinally within the handle and/or neck and pivots about a primary rocker arm axis that is parallel to the tuft block axis. A proximal end of the primary rocker arm is driven by the electric motor. A secondary rocker arm extends longitudinally within the neck and pivots about a secondary rocker arm axis that is parallel to the tuft block axis. A distal end of the secondary rocker arm drives the tuft block and a proximal end of the secondary rocker arm is driven by the primary rocker arm.

Abstract: A roller for rotating cylindrical brushes that can be applied in any industrial, road-related or other sector, of the kind constituted by a central support, on the outer surface of which a plurality of holes for inserting and fixing respective tufts of bristles are distributed with a constant spacing, the support being constituted by at least one cylindrical ring and the holes being arranged on planes that are perpendicular to the axis of the roller and are successively and alternately inclined on either side with respect to planes that are radial or parallel to radial planes that pass through the axis of the cylinder and through the respective hole in order to sweep, with the ends of the bristles, two bands arranged laterally to the row of tufts.

Abstract: A foam pad attachment device comprising a perforated neoprene backed cloth material to allow heat to dissipate from exterior surface of cloth material. The cloth bonnet is wrapped and secured over commercial foam pad or adhered to the front surface of a commercial foam pad to be used in conjunction with a high-speed rotary buff/polish machine.

Abstract: An improved scraper (20), utilizing a metal blade (75), to scrape debris from a variety of hard and soft surfaces. It features an integrated mechanism providing a flexible locking tab arm (21) and locking tab head (22) securing the unit to a sheath (40) designed to receive the scraper (20) and the locking tab head (22) within a locking tab head hole (41). The scraper (20) provides a removable blade storage cover (60) exposing a blade storage cavity (27) providing storage for spare blades. A flexible blade locking tab (21) to secure a metal blade (75) for use. A sheath (40) that mates with complimentary tools such as, and not limited to, for example, mops, dust-mops, brooms etc. via a pair of flexible mounting arms (44) that conform to the radius of such tools.

Abstract: A floor-cleaning machine (10) has a chassis (12) that is mobile on a surface and carries an agitating mechanism (14) to engage the surface. A fluid delivery system (18) conveys fluid from a reservoir (16) to the surface proximate the agitating mechanism (14). The fluid delivery system (18) includes a flow control valve (20) having a body (24) and a flow control member in the form of a ball (22) constrained within the body (24) and rotatable about an axis. A first passage (30) and a second passage (32) are defined in the ball (22), with the second passage (32) having a cross sectional area smaller than a cross sectional area of the first passage (30). The ball (22) is pivotable between a high flow position and a low flow position. In the high flow position, the ball (22) is positioned to allow fluid flow from a upstream duct (26) to a downstream duct (28) through the first passage (30).

Abstract: An upright frame (A) carries a hopper (B) having a centrifugal fan (D) for creating a partial vacuum in the hopper. A discharge chute (E) on a lower end of the hopper is normally closed by a gate (F). The method contemplates use of the receptacles (I) to receive the forks of a lift truck for lifting the vacuum cleaner to facilitate discharge of trash collected in the hopper through the discharge chute.

Abstract: A hand-held vacuum cleaner with a container for the storage of dirt and debris therein. To provide improved efficiency and performance, the hand-held vacuum may employ a primary HEPA filter, a device for swirling a dirt and debris laden air flow and/or a mechanized filter cleaning device. Swirling may be employed to direct entrained dirt and debris in a desired direction relative to the container to slow the rate with which dirt and debris accumulates on the primary filter and/or to centrifugally remove dirt and debris from the air flow. Mechanized cleaning is employed to shake, scrape or otherwise remove accumulated dirt and debris from the primary filter.