Abstract: Apparel are disclosed that include resilient indicia, applied thereto using a resilient adhesive film, to produce lightweight, comfortable, aesthetically appealing garments and uniforms for athletes and other uniformed individuals. A method of manufacturing apparel with indicia is described and includes creating a digital image of desired indicia and transferring the digital image onto a textile substrate. The textile substrate is processed and laminated to the apparel in a predetermined position and orientation using an activatable film.

Abstract: A hat includes a crown having an outer peripheral surface, and one or more flaps each having an inner peripheral surface and an outer peripheral surface, and each having an edge portion attached to the outer peripheral surface of the crown with an attaching line. The flaps are foldable relative to the crown to have either of the inner peripheral surface or the outer peripheral surface of the flaps to be selectively engaged onto the outer peripheral surface of the crown or to be exposed outwardly. The attaching lines of the flaps may be partially superposed with the each other. The flaps may be partially superposed with the each other.

Abstract: A convertible hat is disclosed. The convertible hat includes a main portion of the hat capable of covering at least a portion of the wearer's head, a brim portion that extends at least partially around the main portion of the hat, and a shield portion that is attached to at least one of the hat or the brim. The shield potion is capable of being stored in a compartment located in the hat main portion or in the brim of the hat.

Abstract: A system for utility garments, the garment shells for these garments, and the pockets moutable upon these garments, which provide the wearer the option of removing pockets and discarding the garment for disposal or cleaning while not having to remove the contents of the pockets. The pockets may have one or more compartments to place items needed by the wearer during use.

Abstract: An automatic toilet seat cleaning unit comprises a cabinet adapted to receive at least one toilet seat in a stowed position, an electric operating means operatively connected to the toilet seat and a cleaning means. The unit is adapted to clean a toilet seat when the seat is raised or moved to be stowed within the cabinet by the electric operating means. The cabinet includes at least one door adapted to open to allow a toilet seat to be received in the stowed position. Also included is a method of operating the cleaning unit.

Abstract: A toilet backflow preventing means and toilet bowl support for mounting between a standard soil pipe mounting flange and drain horn of a standard toilet bowl supports the toilet bowl closely adjacent the floor level, receives standard toilet bolts clamping the backflow presenting means between the toilet bowl and within the uppermost position of the soiled pipe. The backflow preventing means comprises a duckbill valve secured in said soil pipe.

Abstract: A muffling apparatus capable of attaining the prevention of the occurrence of a noise reliably while making concrete the reduction of the manufacturing cost and the easiness of the assembling of the same apparatus, and a feed water apparatus having such a muffling effect are provided. The muffling apparatus 2 is an apparatus connected to a jet pipe 1 adapted to send out the water, which flows in a feed water passage la in the interior thereof, into storage water W.

Abstract: A flush toilet that includes an air reservoir having an interior diaphragm installed inside a tank in the toilet. The air reservoir has a hydraulic pressure maintained by a water supply coming from a conduit. At least two propulsion jets are located in a bottom portion of a toilet bowl. These propulsion jets are capable of ejecting contents of the bowl into a siphon upon activation of a flush mechanism. Furthermore, a double water-supply pipe system is located between a valve and the tank. The double water-supply pipe system includes a first pipe that extends from the valve to orifices in the bottom of the toilet bowl. A second pipe is connected at substantially 90° to the first pipe and extends from the first pipe to a rim of the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A liner (200) for the waste receiving container (104) of a toddler potty trainer seat (100) comprises a liquid impervious outer shell (201) having exterior dimensions closely matched to the interior dimensions of the waste receiving container (104). An elastic band (202) extends around the upper end of the liquid impervious outer shell (201) to secure the liner (200) in engagement with the container (104). A liquid retaining layer (203) extends across substantially the entirety of the interior surface of the liquid impervious outer shell (201). An inner layer (204) extends across the entirety of the liquid retaining layer (203) for passing liquid received in the liner (204) into the liquid retaining layer (203) and for changing color in response to use.

Abstract: A device for supporting a spa cover after it has been removed from the top of a spa tub. The support is free-standing and contains one or more support devices, such as two or more rollers, onto which the spa cover is pushed or pulled. The support includes a storage area for spa accessories and other implements.

Abstract: An electrically heated bathtub, with an inside wall, an outside wall and a bottom floor, the inside wall having an outer surface and an inner surface, the outside wall having an outer surface and an inner surface and the bottom floor having an outside bottom surface and an inside bottom surface. A heating element is attached to the outer surface of the inside wall and conductively heats the inner surface of the inside wall, which in turn heats any water that might be in the bathtub without the heating element being exposed or protruding through any surfaces. The heating element is also attached to the outer bottom surface of the bottom floor and conductively heats the inner bottom surface of the bottom floor, with the heating element spread evenly throughout the outer bottom surface of the bottom floor.

Abstract: A liner ensemble for use with a bathing facility having a drain. The liner ensemble contains a liner having an exterior side, an interior side, a bottom and sidewalls. The liner is removably disposed in the bathing facility and at least partially following a contour of the bathing facility. A fastener is attached to the exterior side of the liner for securing the liner to the bathing facility. The liner is removable from the bathing facility by disengaging the fastener from the bathing facility.

Abstract: A bathing enclosure has a wall arrangement which supports one or more hanging accessories, such as a towel hook, soap dish and bottle rack. Multiple wall sections are mounted so that their top and bottom edges are spaced apart to create a lateral gap therebetween. The gap permits a hanger end of the accessories to fit up and over the upper edges of the wall sections. The accessories can be slid horizontally in the gap and either extend to the inside or outside of the enclosure. Preferably, adjacent wall sections overlap vertically and tilt backward toward the inside of the enclosure from top to bottom.

Abstract: This invention relates to portable suspended shelters, or hammocks having canopies, in which one or more persons occupy. More specifically this invention relates to a hammock having a fabric bed tensioned between two spaced anchors and stabilized in three ways. Firstly, the invention is tensioned by a main horizontal tensioning strap, which spans the hammock between the two spaced anchors. Additionally the invention is stabilized by support straps, which span from an elevated point on the spaced anchors to the corners of the hammock bed. Thirdly, the invention is tensioned and stabilized by a collapsible spreader-pole, which spans the hammock laterally at each longitudinal end. Upon this stable hammock is connected a collapsible tent-pole configuration which supports a mosquito netting enclosure and a retractable raincover which may be retracted and reattached from inside the mosquito netting enclosure.

Abstract: A sleeping bag having a cinch mechanism that can be closed with a single hand. The cinch mechanism includes, for example, a loop and a cord attached at an end of the sleeping bag. When the sleeping bag has been rolled, the loop is pulled in one direction, while the cord is pulled in the other direction. The cord is then extended through the loop, and pulled back and attached to itself. For example, a clasp may be used to attach the cord to itself.

Abstract: A movable control panel for a patient support is provided. The patient support includes a support structure which is movable between a raised position and a lowered position relative to a patient support. A controller is coupled to the support structure for movement between a deployed position and a stored position. A mechanism for coupling the controller to the support structure is also provided. The controller includes control switches that are operable to adjust a position of the patient support. The coupling mechanism is operable to move the controller between the deployed position and the stored position in response to movement of the support structure between the raised position and the lowered position, respectively.

Abstract: A mattress cover, comprising: a plurality of compartments, wherein a padding material is provided in at least some of the compartments, and wherein the cover further comprises a chamber suitable for receiving a mattress.

Abstract: An enveloping patient carrier having a flexible top surface connected to a flexible bottom surface. The flexible top surface defines a re-closable torso opening, a face opening and a plurality of re-closable medical attention openings. The enveloping patient carrier also includes a plurality of carrying handles attached to the perimeter of the patient carrier. The carrying handles are coupled to a plurality of intersecting lateral support members and longitudinal support member which engage the bottom surface. This type of patient carrier aids in the protection of emergency personnel from hazardous fluids (gas and liquid) and also enhances the medical attention and treatment of patients.

Abstract: A pregnancy air mattress/raft is inflatable which is useful for floating in water or sunning on the beach. The air mattress is inflatable and deflatable and is adjusted by adjusting air pressure. The mattress has a rectangular cavity reaching through the mattress, allowing the pregnant torso to bathe in the water when used as a raft. The cavity is elongated to receive the breasts of the user in a prone position. Removably attached side bolsters are mounted on each side of the rectangular cavity by engaging hook and loop material (Velcro) strips and may be adjusted in air pressure for needed support throughout the pregnancy. The side bolsters may be totally removed during the latter stages of pregnancy. An elongated, face-receiving cavity is provided having an air tunnel leading to the front of the air mattress. An ankle bolster is provided useful as an additional pillow.

Abstract: The invention relates to an air mattress comprised of at least one air chamber made of strips of an air-tight, water vapor permeable or water vapor impermeable material that are welded or glued together. The air chamber is provided with a closable valve for letting air in and out, and the air chamber is filled with a down feather material or a synthetic fiber insulation material.

Abstract: A mattress comprises a sealed outer casing within which is mounted a resilient support formed by a composite foam core. At least an upper portion of the resilient support is formed by a visco-elastic foam. A vent is provided in a side wall of the casing and is covered by a filter which prevents ingress of bacteria into the cover. A flap is mounted on the cover and in use extends down over the vent to prevent the filter being damaged by fluids.

Abstract: Several embodiments of an improved multifunction hand tool, such as electricians' pliers 10 are disclosed. The hand tool may comprise one or more of: a deburring section 34; a bore 28 for bending wire; sheath stripping die 37, 41; conductor insulation stripping die 33, 37, 43, 46; wire cutter 38; and shaped notch 42 for holding objects.

Abstract: A scissor-action screwdriver and screwdriver attachment comprises a plurality of arms pivotally attached to one another; a bias element mounted in at least one of the plurality of arms; and a sleeve slidably mounted around at least one of the plurality of arms, wherein the plurality of arms comprise a first arm and a second arm, and wherein each of the plurality of arms preferably comprise a prong end. The screwdriver attachment further comprises a stop component adapted to limit a distance of separation between the first arm and the second arm. Additionally, the bias element may comprise a spring. Moreover, each of the plurality of arms preferably comprises a tapered section, wherein the sleeve comprises an inner tapered wall adapted to engage the tapered section of each of the plurality of arms. The screwdriver further includes a handle connected to the second arm.

Abstract: An integrated processing technique for preparing moisture management textiles or fabrics wherein a treatment of fibers with imparts a hydrophobic or hydrophilic property such that when incorporated into the fabrication of composite structured textiles or fabrics a hydrophobic inner surface and the hydrophilic outer surface is formed. The integrated processing technique for preparing moisture management textiles also includes finishing the textiles or fabrics with to enhance the fabric's liquid water one way transfer properties. The advantage of this invention is the possibility to manufacture the pure cotton woven/knitting fabrics with the good moisture management properties.

Abstract: Structure for supplying hot air to a drum washing machine, and operation control method thereof, in which uniform introduction of hot air deep into an inside of a drum is made possible for enhancing drying capability and efficiency.

Abstract: The present invention provides a washer, damper thereof, and control method thereof, by which noise is reduced by adjusting a damping force of the damper in a manner of turning on/off power of the damper according to an oscillation frequency of a vibrating body such as a washer. The control method reduces noise by supplying power to a damper in an excessive vibration state of a vibrating body such as a washer or by cutting off the power supplied to the damper in a normal vibration state of the vibrating body.

Abstract: Method for controlling a washing machine having a drum of which rotation speed is adjustable, including a first step for rotating the drum at a first rotation speed set at control unit, a second step for detecting whether resonance occurs or not at the drum rotating at the first rotation speed, and a third step for changing the rotation speed of the drum if the resonance is detected at the drum.

Abstract: Cosmetic keratin fibre care or makeup composition which exhibits a solids content defined by a dry solids extract of more than 47% by weight and a consistency index of less than 1 000 Pa.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a specific direct dye compound that is a fluorindine derivative, and dyeing compositions comprising at least one derivative of the compound and at least one polymer. A process for dyeing keratin fibers with the defined compositions is also disclosed.

Abstract: Bicyclic 5-5 heteroaromatic compounds having a ring junction nitrogen and incorporating thia or oxa heteroatoms heteroatoms. Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and one or more bicyclic 5-5 heteroaromatic compounds having a ring junction nitrogen and incorporating thia or oxa heteroatoms heteroatoms. A method for oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising applying such compositions in the presence of an oxidizing agent, for a period sufficient to develop the desired coloration.

Abstract: A composition for dyeing keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers such as hair, comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye precursor, at least one alcohol oxidase enzyme, at least one substrate for the at least one alcohol oxidase enzyme and at least one silicone chosen from amino silicones and oxyalkylenated silicones; process for dyeing keratin fibers comprising applying the composition, and also a dyeing device or “kit”.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a composition for dyeing keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye precursor, at least one alcohol oxidase enzyme, at least one substrate for said enzyme and at least one surfactant. The present disclosure further relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers using the compositions disclosed herein and also to a dyeing “kit”.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions for dyeing keratin fibers, such as human keratin fibers including the hair, comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye precursor, at least one alcohol oxidase enzyme, at least one enzyme substrate, and at least one polyurethane associative polymer. The disclosure also provides processes for dyeing keratin fibers, which comprises applying the compositions, and also to dyeing “kits.

Abstract: Hair dyeing compositions are provided which comprise at least one coupler selected from N-aryl-m-phenylenediamine derivatives, 2-substituted N-aryl-m-phenylenediamine derivatives, and N-aryl-m-diaminopyridine derivatives, in combination with and at least one diaminopyrazole primary intermediate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one amylose-containing starch, and its use in extending or improving the color durability and stability of artificially colored hair. Such compositions may be applied either as a leave-on or as a rinse-off composition.

Abstract: The HAND HELD GOLF BALL CLEANER is a device that a golfer may use to clean a golf ball. The device is utilized to clean a ball without any other mechanism or assistance. The device is portable and may be carried with the golf bag or cart as desired. The new cleaner device has features to make its use both functional and simple to operate. The golf ball cleaning device has an abrasive membrane which, when a liquid is added before a golf round, may function to clean a ball whenever required during the round. The ball is introduced into the container and shaken, essentially in a vertical direction, for a few times. Any mud, grass or debris is removed by the scrubber membrane attached to the interior of the container. The clean golf ball is then removed from the device and returned to play.

Abstract: A toothbrush includes a support member mounted on a first shaft in the head of the toothbrush. A carrier member is mounted on a second shaft to the support member. The support member is eccentrically mounted so that when its first shaft is rotated the carrier member is moved in an orbital path during the rotation of the support member. The carrier member is freely mounted on its second shaft so that during this orbital movement the carrier member rotates in a random manner. Cleaning elements such as bristles extend outwardly from the carrier member.

Abstract: A quick change roller replacement unit is formed as a pre-rolled tube that simply slides on and attaches to the roller of the wall scrubber. The roller replacement is formed primarily by two components; a coarse outer layer (e.g., conventional belting) and substrate tape (e.g., carpet seam tape). The substrate tape is wrapped around the roller in a helical manner with the temperature-sensitive adhesive on the outside. The coarse outer layer is then wrapped around the substrate tape in a matching helical manner while a heat gum applies the requisite heat to activate the temperature sensitive adhesive of the tape, whereby the tape and outer layer is heated to bond the coarse layer to the tape. The resulting structure provides a quick change roller replacement unit that can quickly and easily be used on a wall scrubber to scrub or sweep off excess material and oversprayed fiber when installing wall spray insulation.

Abstract: A lint/pet hair roller assembly includes a body supporting a tubular adhesive lint remover roller and/or a stationary directional lint brush fabric. The assembly includes a handle section and a roller support section. The support section has an outer diameter less than the diameter of the adhesive lint roll or a directional fabric wrapped about the support section. The elongated handle section receives a separate rubber cushion and an optional decorative top including a hanger. Alternately, an arm projects from the body and receives an additional cleaning element. Alternately, a dispenser is carried on the handle for dispensing fluid from a storage chamber carried in the handle. Alternately, a squeegee is alternately carried in the support.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for a multipurpose brush includes a gripping surface having a series of protrusions along a rear surface of the handle, a thumb recess formed along a front side of the handle and first and second opposed lateral recesses extending along sides of the proximal segment.

Abstract: A toothbrush includes a head having a bristle carrying surface formed from a thin resilient flexible dome shaped membrane. An air space is located between the base of the head and the membrane so that the membrane is capable of flexing to alter its original shape during use of the toothbrush and then recover to the original shape randomly during use. In a further practice of the invention the head and/or handle have elastomeric portions at least partially surrounding an open area. These portions are readily deflectable under pressure during use to improve handling of the toothbrush and orientation of the cleaning elements. Alternatively the toothbrush includes a longitudinal hinge collinear with the longitudinal axis of the toothbrush head so as to separate the head into a pair of side by side longitudinal sections, each of which has outwardly extending cleaning elements.

Abstract: A toothbrush includes a head having multiple cleaning elements. One group of the cleaning elements is flexibly mounted on the head and another group may be fixedly mounted on the head. The flexibly mounted cleaning elements are attached to a flexible membrane so that the membrane is capable of flexing to alter its original orientation during use of the toothbrush and then recover to the original orientation randomly during use.

Abstract: A toothbrush with a flexible head is disclosed. At least the head of the toothbrush may be manufactured by in-molded technology. A blend of thermoplastic elastomer and polypropylene is used to impart added flexibility to the head. That flexibility is further enhanced by the tapered profile of the head. Cleaning elements may be secured in place during manufacture using in-molded techniques or staples.

Abstract: There is disclosed a cleaning article including a brush portion. The brush portion has a plurality of strips and at least one layer of a fiber bundle.

Abstract: A surface finishing ball of compressible material, adapted to be driven on a rotational axis is made from a layered body of compressible material that is formed in multiple disk-like layers that are separated in planes generally perpendicular to the rotational axis. Layers are also slit on circumferentially spaced planes that extend generally radially from an outside surface to define a plurality of foam fingers. A clamping system is used to compress and hold a center portion of the layered body in a direction along the axis of rotation such that the uncompressed outer ends of the fingers define a generally spherical ball.

Abstract: An invention that uses a convex shaped tool in the application and smoothing of concrete, but also can be used in other fields where needed where there is a concave surface. This trowel will be a big help in many variety of fields that has to deal with different degrees of concave surfaces. This trowel has a need to come in many different sizes, convex shapes, and composition depending on the need in the desired job being worked on. This trowel will be a big help in areas of concave surfaces where before there was no universal tool to do those jobs quickly and efficiently.

Abstract: While a receiver 6 receives radio wave of a predetermined frequency transmitted from a transmitter 11, a self-propelling cleaner 1 operates a main body in a silent mode and sets the propelling speed of the main body to a low speed lower than a normal speed irrespective whether the selected operation mode is a normal mode or the silent mode, so that noise generated from the main body can be reduced. Thus, so long as a user merely places the transmitter 11 nearby, noise generated from the main body can be reduced when the self-propelling cleaner 1 approaches the user, so that the user's action taken at this time can not be interfered by noise generated from the self-propelling cleaner 1.

Abstract: When receiving an area value of a cleaning area and its shape that is a rectangle or a circle, a self-propelling cleaner 1 decides on a cleaning area having the input shape (rectangle or circle) and size and decides to employ, as a movement route to be taken in cleaning the cleaning area, a spiral movement route having the center of the cleaning area as a start point. Therefore, whether the cleaning area is rectangular or circular, the cleaning area can be cleaned without leaving no non-cleaned regions and almost no regions outside the cleaning area are cleaned. That is, the cleaning area can be cleaned efficiently.

Abstract: When detecting suction of a lighted object such as a cigarette or a match, a self-propelling cleaner 1 sends it to a dust room 12a by controlling a valve 8a. The self-propelling cleaner 1 collects ordinary dust such as dust and wastepaper into a dust room 12b by controlling the valve 8a. Since a lighted object such as a cigarette and ordinary dust are thus sent to two different dust rooms in a discriminated manner, even if a lighted object such as a cigarette is sucked other dust in the dust room can be prevented from catching fire from it, whereby the self-propelling cleaner is made safer from suction of a lighted object.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for vacuum hose management is illustrated and described. In one embodiment, the invention is an apparatus for use with a vacuum appliance. The apparatus includes a hose having a first end and a second end. The apparatus also includes a holding component coupled to the hose. The holding component is tension mounted to a housing of the vacuum appliance. The holding component has a first and a second position, the first position corresponding to the hose within the housing, and the second position corresponding to the hose partially outside the housing. The apparatus also includes a connector connected to the second end of the hose, the connector sized larger than an opening in the housing through which the hose is threaded. The holding component may be a wheel mounted on an arm, with the arm rotatably coupled to the housing through a pivot and a spring.