Abstract: A garment such as a sports shirt has concealed ventilation channels; which provide a continuous air channel between permanent openings. In one embodiment, the channels are flexible and non-intrusive and the openings are maintained by springy eyelets The eyelets and channels are attached to the main fabric of the garment providing a robust and a streamlined construction. Another embodiment incorporates active ventilation structures within the channels the structures having a natural vibration frequency matched to a motion frequency spectrum of the wearer. In a further embodiment, the ventilation channels are made of shape memory polymer and change shape in response to changes in temperature.

Abstract: An adjustable cuff system for a garment includes a cuff having a cuff channel. A strip extends at least partially through the cuff channel and comprises a first connector attached to the strip. A second connector is attached to the cuff. The second connector is adapted to adjustably receive the first connector. The adjustable cuff system further comprises a tab extending from the cuff. The tab comprises a third connector adapted to secure the tab in a closed configuration.

Abstract: A removable flexible trim item is provided to fit the edge of commonly worn ball cap and visor brims. The flexible trim is designed to provide for a customizable fit for a variety of brim shapes and sizes and serves as a protective device which prevents fraying of the cap brim. The trim item may be decorated with color, logos, advertising and other indicia, as well.

Abstract: The present invention provides a garment with an opening for general access or ventilation. The opening having a closure mechanism for closing the opening. The opening further having a biasing member that tends to open the opening such that when the closure mechanism is not in the closed position, the opening is held open by the biasing member.

Abstract: An underwear garment is provided to give an illusion of a tattoo on the skin of the wearer above the pant line of an outer garment. The underwear garment has the shape of a panty with front and back panels formed of a sheer material, a crotch area connecting the lower portions of the front and back panels, and a waist area connecting the upper portions of the front and back panels. One or both of the front and back panels have a printed tattoo image formed on the sheer material. The sheer material is a single-ply, stretchable nylon material having a skin tone color. The tattoo image is applied to the sheer material by silkscreen printing.

Abstract: A device for introducing a chemical supplement to a toilet cistern without having to displace a cover of the toilet cistern, including: (a) a dispensing unit having a releasing mechanism, disposed within the cistern, for releasing the chemical supplement into the cistern, and (b) a housing, associated with the releasing mechanism and disposed within the cistern, for receiving a cartridge containing the chemical supplement, and (c) an attachment mechanism for securing the device to a surface of the toilet cistern.

Abstract: A lifting and lowering device (31) for a toilet seat or a toilet cover has a swing shaft (17) provided on a swing center line (C) of a toilet seat (3) or a toilet cover (4) that swings around base end portions (3l, 4l), respectively, and rises. The device comprises a lifting and lowering control unit (5) indirectly fixed to a toilet bowl main body (30); an output shaft (12) that is provided on the swing center line (C), one end portion of which shaft being removably connected to the swing shaft (17) of the lifting and lowering control unit (5) and the other end portion being detacheably connected to the base end portion (3l) of the toilet seat (3); and a toilet seat transmission unit (9) containing a tortion spring (13) that urges the output shaft (12) in a lifting direction of the toilet seat (3). The lifting and lowering device (31) for the toilet seat of toilet cover is relatively small in size and able to stabely hold the toilet seat or toilet cover in a raised position.

Abstract: A toilet plunger assembly having telescopic features is disclosed. The plunger assembly includes a cup assembly, a tubular member and an elongated rod. The tubular member has a first end portion and a second end portion. The second end portion is fixed to the cup assembly. The elongated rod has a first end portion, a second end portion, and an outer diameter. The rod is slideably engaged within the tubular member such that the rod is moveable between a collapsed position and an extended position. In the collapsed position, the rod second end portion is removably joined to the cup assembly, while in the extended position, the rod second end portion is removably joined to the tubular member first end portion.

Abstract: An adaptable hygiene device for toilets that minimizes splashing of urine by channeling male urine into the toilet bowl. The collection apparatus or device has walls (back wall (1), top wall (5), lower wall (6), side walls (7,8)) forming a container with an front opening (10) and a bottom opening (26). The front opening (10) has a continuous edge (9) that has a front splash guard (25), wherein the front splash guard (25) configuration aids in preventing urine from splashing back out of the collection device after urine has once entered the device by a male urinating. The collection apparatus has a base portion (4) having a lip (11) formed thereon, wherein the base portion (4) has an annular base rim (12) extending radially downward from the lip (11) away from the top wall (5). The base portion lip (11) contacts with the top edge of the toilet bowl or the toilet seat, wherein the base rim (12) extends into the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A coupling for enabling interconnection between the pressurized toilet flush unit and the toilet tank outlet includes a first gasket for providing a seal between the mounting flange of the pressurized toilet flush unit and a toilet tank floor. An adapter provides for centering of a pressurized toilet flush unit spud in an opening and a toilet tank outlet and a gasket provides for sealing the adapter to an underside of the toilet tank floor. A spud nut is provided for centering the adapter within the toilet tank opening.

Abstract: The invention relates to a discharge valve comprising a flexible ringed tube for toilets. The purpose of the invention is to prevent leaks through the central hole in toilet tanks, which can occur in the currently-used cone systems. The inventive discharge valve comprises a flexible ringed tube which together with a threaded connector, two gaskets and a nut form a fully sealed assembly. Said assembly is disposed in the central hole of a toilet tank and the tube is maintained in a vertical position at a height greater than the level of the water, such that the water cannot be released if the tube is not inclined in order to draw in liquid. Moreover, the tube returns to the vertical position thereof after performing a discharge operation in order to flush the toilet bowl, something which is not possible in current cone systems.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for foot actuating a toilet by providing a foot pedal having an enhoused cable extending there from. The cable is attached inside the toilet tank to a flushing means within the tank. Upon a user stepping down on the pedal, dual components of the pedal provide for the amount of cable within the foot pedal to be increased by a factor of two relative to the pedal travel distance. This in turn provides for the cable inside of the tank to be decreased by such amount for lifting a weight and actuating the internal flushing means within the toilet tank. Upon removing the user's foot from the foot pedal, the foot pedal, cable and weight are automatically reset to a starting position allowing the toilet to be reset to its original position for reuse.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to an assembly and related methods for draining water from atop a pool cover. The invention may be said to include a pool cover that has an aperture defined therein and a drain assembly attached to the pool cover and associated with the aperture of the pool cover. The drain assembly of the invention generally includes a debris filter and/or appropriate drain cover to enable water from atop the pool cover to enter the drain assembly and be transported at least generally away from the pool. In addition, the drain assembly is generally designed/configured to exhibit a weight sufficient to position at least a portion of debris filter/drain cover at or below a water level of the pool with which it is being utilized to further drainage capabilities.

Abstract: A massaging sink pillow structure disclosed herein designed to be placed over the edge of a standard sink used by a barber or beautician for shampooing or rinsing hair. The sink pillow is a waterproof, saddle-shaped structure with a front section designed to be placed against the front outside surface of the sink and a rear section designed to be placed against the front, inside surface of the sink. The sink pillow includes an upper, U-shaped indented section designed to fit into the U-shaped opening on the sink. Mounted inside the sink pillow is a neck massaging mechanism designed to massage the user's neck in one direction or in alternative directions from front-to-back and back-to-front directions when the user's neck is placed over the U-shaped indented section. Located inside the sink pillow is a printed circuit board, which is connected to a D.C. motor that rotates the eccentric element against the elongated member.

Abstract: An air bath has air jets arranged in rows extending around the side walls of the water basin. The rows of air jets are spaced vertically so that they are at different heights within the basin and so that air jets in the higher row(s) realize less pressure from the water in the basin. Air is delivered to the air jets through a ring-like air manifold formed of a single channel or multiple channels, the latter allowing for air flow control to different zones of the tub.

Abstract: An air massage system for a bathtub comprises a blower, an air distributor and the water jets. The air distributor connects the blower to the jets, and the jets are adapted to deliver air under pressure to the cavity defined by the bathtub. The jets include water check valves to prevent the water in the bathtub from entering the air distributor. The air distributor comprises at least one water relief valve for preventing water from reaching the blower, when inoperative, in the event of failure of any one of the water check valves. The air distributor also comprises a main pipe, a manifold and distribution pipes, with the main pipe connecting the blower to the manifold and the distribution pipes connecting the manifold to the jets. The water relief valve is provided on the manifold, and the water check valves are provided on the manifold and at each jet. A pressure relief valve is provided upstream of the jets for keeping a substantially steady pressure from the air propelled by the blower.

Abstract: A cushion system for a washing/bathing tub, comprises a cushion member having an abutment surface adapted to offer support to a user person in the tub. Magnet members are connected to the cushion. The magnet members are adapted to attractingly connect to a surface of the tub to maintain the cushion member in position against the surface of the tub.

Abstract: A molded shower surround provides a base portion that receives wall portions and a corner portion. The corner portion includes a multiple of features such that the shower surround may be particularly tailored to customers' desires.

Abstract: An emergency shower system for attachment to a water pipe located behind a wall and a valve mounted to the pipe. The system includes a frame mounted to the wall around the valve, a panel connected to the frame for covering an opening in the wall to expose the valve, the panel having an opening, a plate mounted to the panel to close the panel opening and a handle mounted to the plate. The system also includes a linkage pivotally connected to the plate and to the valve, such that vertical movement of the handle and plate are translated to rotational movement by the linkage so as to operate the valve. There are no openings apparent in the front of the shower system. The handle only moves vertically and at a constant distance of about one and a half inches from the wall. An eye/face wash station may be included with the shower. The eye/face wash station includes a pull down tray with two spray nozzles. The nozzles are connected to another valve which is opened by the rotation of the pull down tray.

Abstract: The Shaving Tray sheet of material that folds for storage and portability (FIGS. 1-3). The Shaving Tray covers a sink preventing debris from entering into the sink while using an electric razor, beard trimmer, or clipper. Debris collecting on the Shaving Tray is swept into a trash receptacle or dust pan. After the Shaving Tray is used it can be folded for ease of storage and travel.

Abstract: There is provided herein a support surface such as a bed or chair which contains a network of inelastic straps, the tension in each of which can be independently sensed and adjusted under control of an electronic monitor. Preferably, each strap will contain a plurality of sensors to allow an attached electronic monitor (preferably one with a microprocessor) to determine in real time the amount of pressure (or the duration of the pressure) applied to each strap. Based on that information, the attached monitor will periodically loosen or tighten the straps as needed to move support for the patient's body away from current pressure points. In one preferred arrangement, each strap will preferably be loosened or tightened through the use of a worm gear drive or similar mechanical motor.

Abstract: ‘TWINUS DE LA BEDDAS’ invention offers several new art disclosures. This invention is made of 2 standard sized baby beds that connects to a large lamp (pole) by metal hinges, which also attaches to the beds mainframe poles, allowing moveable swing in/out motion of the beds. The lamp has many artistic design features, such as impressed picture drawings, a whind-up musical carousel, a eluminating inner light bulb located inside the lamp pole, a safety snap panel, roller wheels, and rubber stoppers to slow movement. The 3 new bed artistic styles are named: ‘Fruit of Passion’, ‘Dove of Peace’, and ‘Independence Baby’. Other forms of this invention include LCD/DVD Computers with Monitors and Shield Accessories, Overlapping Adjustable Bed Rails, Inner Rail Prongs, several drawers that consist of clothing, toys, etc., and a double cubical Dry Ice Refrigerator. Children whom occupy these beds will experience enjoyment, enhancement, comfort, and protection.

Abstract: An inflatable and/or portable crib includes a base platform sized and configured to support a child, and inflatable side panels extending vertically from and surrounding the base platform. The base platform and side panels define an enclosure for the child. An inflatable member is attached to the outer periphery of the base platform and protective webbing is attached to the inner panels of the crib in order to prevent harm to the child should a portion of the crib deflate.

Abstract: A combination toy chair and sleeping bag includes a toy chair having a base with an enclosed storage volume, a back, and a sleeping bag capable of being stored within the storage volume. The combination toy chair and sleeping bag is convertible between a chair configuration and a bedding configuration. The back may be made to resemble an animal, such as a bear.

Abstract: A carry bag for an inserted rolled yoga mat having an air permeable end cap to ventilate the mat when placed within.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for tilting a bed frame is disclosed. The apparatus raises and lowers an end of a bed frame between a horizontal position and an inclined position. The apparatus includes a power actuator connected to an extendable support bar. To raise or incline the bed, a support end of the extendable support bar contacts the floor while a lifting end raises the bed frame as the power actuator causes the extendable support bar to move from a retracted position toward an extended position. As the distance between the lifting end of the extendable support bar and the floor increases, the extendable support bar inclines the bed. To increase the rate at which the bed is inclined, ramps are placed between the extendable support bar and the bed.

Abstract: A foot control for controlling power-driven functions of a medical apparatus which positions a patient in a variety of examination and treatment positions. The foot control includes a membrane switch and a flexible keypad overlying the membrane switch. The flexible keypad is configured to actuate switch elements of the membrane switch in response to selective pressure applied on the keypad by a user's foot. Different configurations of keypads are interchangeable on the foot control to change the control functionality of the foot control while the membrane switch remains unchanged.

Abstract: A patient support including a frame and a mattress supported by the frame. The frame includes a deck support and a deck supporting the mattress.

Abstract: A rescue underlay for mattresses (1), comprising a substantially rectangular underlay mat (4) consisting of a plastic flat material which has a high tensile strength, the dimensions of which approximately correspond with the dimensions of the mattress (1), pull loops (5) or the like, patient securing belts (6) and, optionally, mattress retaining bands (7) or the like, all attached to the underlay mat (4). This particular rescue underlay has an underlay mat 4 which has a flat material that itself is providing a spring travel. In a preferred embodiment the plastic flat material of the underlay mat 4 is a spacer woven fabric or, in particular, a spacer knitted fabric. A mattress can be separately combined with such rescue underlay or can even be integrated with a rescue underlay to form a rescue mattress.

Abstract: A pillow adapted to allow a female user to comfortably assume a postcoital position that will enhance the likelihood of becoming pregnant. The pillow includes a lower concave portion placed beneath the buttocks of the user to maintain the hips in an elevated position and an upper convex portion having a height of at least 16 inches to support the legs of the user in a generally vertical upright position.

Abstract: A supportive upper body constraint device comprising a base comprising a foam material with a preselected impression load deflection (ILD) ratio for a desired resiliency, and a smooth-surface cover on the base comprising an elastomeric foam material with an ILD ratio less than the base. The device comprises opposing support members on the base, the cover supportingly disposed by the base and support members in a concave contour defining a cavity.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pillow system for preventing snoring. For that purpose, the pillow system is provided with an adjustable pillow (2) that is placed on top of a basis element (1) made of a high-density foam product. On top, a flap (3) made of a low-density foam product or a traditional pillow is placed. Round these constituent parts (1, 2, 3), a cover (7), made for an elastic material is placed.

Abstract: A replaceable bedding structure for double uses in winter and summer mainly includes a bottom cover which has an opening with a coupling section located on the periphery thereof. The upper cover has a connecting section corresponding to the coupling section and a plurality of spaced blocks. Users can rapidly change and replace the upper cover according to seasonal reasons and personal preference. Thus the practicality and versatility of the bedding goods are improved. Moreover, the blocks are spaced to form passages there between to enhance air ventilation. As a result, air permeability and comfort of the bedding goods are also improved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an infant changing pad system configured for changing the clothes and diapers of an infant and more particularly a changing pad system that includes an activity member held in contact with a changing pad. Optionally, the activity member is held in contact with the changing pad through the use of a base member.

Abstract: Apparatus for adjusting the firmness, support, or sag of a mattress includes an inflatable device having a substantially convex cross-sectional shape that is thicker in the center region and gradually thinner toward the edges, a material and constitution for maintaining the convex shape under the weight of the mattress and a person, and a set of dimensions large enough to adjust firmness, support, or sag for the majority of an area of the mattress used by the person.

Abstract: A side rail pad system that provides modifications and components operable in association with hospital beds and the like that are designed to articulate. The system improves upon the structural shape of the side rails used in association with the articulating bed frames and provides an arrangement of side rail pads that are positioned between the side rails and the existing mattress platform. The side rail pads are positioned on the bed frame with flexible hinges in a manner that allows their alternate movement between a placement that fills the space between the side rails and the mattress when the side rails are in a raised position, and a placement away from the side of the mattress when the side rails are rotated into a lowered position.

Abstract: This invention relates to mattresses, such as a pressure relieving mattress, comprising a base portion and an upper portion overlying the base portion and having an interface between the portions which has a coefficient of friction low enough such that the portions can slide relative to each other. This configuration enables relative movement of the portions, when the mattress is lying on a profiling bed and the bed is being profiled.

Abstract: A multipurpose tool is designed to meet the particular needs of commercial truck drivers. Preferably, it has a unitary, single-piece head which includes a chopping tool, a hammering tool, and a prying-pivoting tool, and a nail and/or staple removal assembly. Preferably, there are no sharp edges that are capable of cutting a person's skin. There are multiple surfaces and edges that may be easily wedged underneath an object to pry, lift, or force the object either in a proximal direction toward the user or in a distal direction away from the user, or upwards off a floor or truck bed. It may perform a multitude of functions, such as removing objects embedded in tires, tightening tire chains, repairing pallets (with a hammer/nail remover), moving pallets, prying open frozen doors, chopping ice (for example, removing ice build-up on vehicle). The head of the tool is slightly tilted to facilitate use as a lever.

Abstract: A tool assembly includes a handle and a plurality of tools mounted to the handle. Several of the tools can be rotated between a closed position and an open position relative to the handle. The tools include a utility knife, a keyhole saw, a pry bar and a punch. Additionally, the tool assembly includes a recessed rasp for trimming an edge of a sheet of gypsum board.

Abstract: The machine comprises: a path for the textile article (T); along the path impregnation means (11, 13) to impregnate the textile article with said product; means (23, 25) to remove the product from said textile article. The impregnation means may comprise one or more cooled rollers (11, 13) on which the product condenses and around which the textile article to be treated is driven.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of formula: wherein A is an unsaturated alkylene moiety; B the residue of a polyol wherein one hydroxyl moiety is esterified with one carboxyl moiety of the phthalic acid moiety; D is the residue of a polyol wherein one hydroxyl moiety is esterified with another carboxyl moiety of the phthalic acid moiety, and another hydroxyl moiety is esterified with one carboxyl moiety of the unsaturated alkylene moiety; E is the residue of polyol wherein one hydroxyl moiety is esterified with another carboxyl moiety of the unsaturated alkylene moiety; and M is a cation. The compounds can be used alone, or polymerized, or polymerized and combined with other polymers, to form effective stain and soil repellent compositions.

Abstract: Provided is a hair dye composition to be used as a mixture of a first part containing an alkali agent and a second part containing an oxidizing agent, wherein the composition comprises (a) a triazacyclononane compound (1) or salt thereof, (b) 0.1 to 12 wt. %, in terms of hydrogen peroxide, of an oxidizing agent, and (c) 0.05 to 10 wt. % of an alkali agent, and the mixture has a pH of from 7.5 to 12. (R1 to R4: H or C1-6 alkyl which may be substituted by OH, R5 to R7: H, (substituted) C1-6 alkyl, (substituted) aralkyl, (substituted) heteroarylalkyl, (substituted) aryl, (substituted) heteroaryl, (substituted) C1-6 acyl, or a group (2) (in which R8 to R12 represents H, C1-6 alkyl, aralkyl or aryl and n stands for 2 to 30). The hair dye composition of the present invention has excellent hair bleaching power, can dye the hair into a bright favorable color tone, and moreover has less hair damage and less scalp irritation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel yellow anionic dyes, a process for their preparation, certain novel intermediates necessary for their preparation and the use of these dyes for dyeing natural or synthetic materials, in particular, paper.

Abstract: The invention relates to a keratin fibre makeup composition having a solids content of more than 45% of the total weight of the composition; and a rheological profile such that, for a shear gradient range from 10?2 to 103 s?1, the ratios of the change in shear gradient to the change in applied shear stress (the said ratio being written ?{dot over (?)}/??) are not more than 7; the said composition being capable of undergoing shear stresses without breaking up over the entire breadth of the said shear gradient range. The invention allows a smooth and continuous deposition of product on the fibre.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dye composition comprising, as direct dye, at least one dye of the azo-pyridinio-pyridone family and at least one synthetic dye different from the first dye. The invention also relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers, e.g., human keratin fibers such as the hair, and to a multi-compartment device for implementing it.

Abstract: Men's and Women's shoes are sometimes adorn with kilties. A kiltie is a long slashed tongue on boots and shoes; kitties are generally made of leather. Due to wear and aging the kiltie tends to curl up, this device will restore the kiltie to its original appearance applying pressure from the top due to the hinging mechanism, also restoring the tassels to their original appearance. This invention can be attached to existing plastic or cedar shoetrees during manufacturing or by the consumer. This invention is to be used during shoe storage.

Abstract: In a process for producing shoes in which the upper (1) and the lining (2) are joined to the area (5) which forms the insole into a common, pocket-like component, whereupon the upper (1) is formed over a last and is joined to the sole (6) of the shoe, before the lasting process an ankle support (7) and/or an intermediate layer (9) which is provided with a foot bed is introduced into the pocket which is formed between the upper (1) and the lining (2).

Abstract: A dock leveler or dock lift deck comprises two upper plates that are connected to create a permanently visible longitudinal joint that serves as a guideline for a forklift operator. In some cases the joint may have a variable width gap that helped in squaring up the deck during manufacturing. To draw attention to the guideline, the two upper plates may each have an embossed pattern that is shifted out of registry with each other.

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: An adjustable support bracket to be used in combination with a support pier or post to support a structure subject to weights or loads. A support pier is placed in proximity to a surface requiring support. At the end of the support pier, in proximity to the surface requiring support, a generally rigid flat surface is placed. On that flat surface are a plurality of support bolts generally perpendicular to the flat surface. The bolts are threaded and are provided with locking nuts. A matching second flat surface is placed above said first flat surface and between said first flat surface and the structure requiring support. A plurality of sleeves are on the second flat surface. The sleeves are sized and shaped for receipt of the support bolts on the first flat surface. The sleeves are slipped over the bolts on the first flat surface, leaving a space between the first and second flat surfaces.