Abstract: There is provided a decorative mask for a face of a user wearing a head-wear. The decorative mask includes a mask body. A fastener strap is elongated from the mask body. This fastener strap has two end portions which are adapted to extend through the head-wear and be attached with each other. By attaching such end portions through the head-wear, the mask body can be desirably disposed over the face of the user.

Abstract: Novel eyewear are disclosed which comprise a lens and a sealing frame. The lens is adapted to cover at least one of a user's eyes. The frame has an adhesive side and is disposed adjacent the perimeter of the lens. A first portion of the adhesive side is disposed at the perimeter of the lens forming a seal between the frame and the lens. A second portion of the adhesive side extends laterally beyond the perimeter of said lens to provide adhesive attachment of the eyewear to the face of the user.

Abstract: A self-ventilating, self-exhausting body-worn article having a plural number of conduits extending therethrough, the conduits each having an intake opening and one-way intake valve through which warmed interior air and perspiration moisture vapor is drawn into the conduit, one or more compressible members, such as a tube, bulb or bladder, and a one-way exhaust valve and exhaust opening through which the warmed air and vapor is expelled. The compressible members are compressed by the expansion of the chest, flexing or movement of body parts, or contact with outside objects to expel the warmed air and vapor, and when the compressive forces are removed, the compressible members expand to again draw warmed air and vapor into the compressible members through the intake openings to repeat the cycle.

Abstract: A garment comprising a gusset, the gusset comprising at least three composite structures wherein the inner structure, which is the structure located closest to the human body, is composed of a wicking composite structure, a second composite structure, which is the structure located adjacent to the inner structure, is composed of a waterproof breathable material, and a third composite structure, which is the structure located adjacent to the second structure, is composed of a backing composite structure that is liquid and air permeable; and at least a portion of the garment, in addition to the gusset, being composed of the backing composite structure.

Abstract: A method of donning a support includes: positioning a garment proximate an area of a body; positioning a framework in abutment with the area of the body, the framework defining a plurality of permanent openings therein regardless of whether the support is donned; applying tension at points of the framework such that the framework is expanded and the framework is tensioned in its abutment with the area of the body, said step of applying tension being performed by pulling on one or more fastening components that are attached at one or more points to said framework; and affixing each of the fastening components to the garment while applying tension to the framework to secure the expanded framework in its forced abutment with the area of the body.

Abstract: A method of donning a potentiating support for a body's hinge joint includes: positioning a garment proximate an area of a body; positioning an expandable and recoverable framework in abutment with the area of the body such that the framework spans a hinge joint of the body, the framework defining a plurality of permanent openings extending there through regardless of whether the support is donned; applying tension at points of the framework such that the framework is expanded and the framework is tensioned in its abutment with the area of the body, said step of applying tension being performed by pulling on one or more fastening components that are attached at one or more points to said framework; and affixing each of the fastening components to the garment while applying tension to the framework to secure the expanded framework in its forced abutment with the area of the body.

Abstract: A garment including a base member with a collar area adapted to be disposed adjacent the wearer's neck. The collar area includes a back side adapted to be disposed adjacent the back of the neck of the wearer. The garment also includes a tape member coupled to the base member and extending across substantially the entire length of the back side of the collar area. The tape member includes information chosen from a group consisting of size information of the garment, recommended care instructions for the garment, geographic area where the garment was manufactured, material content of the garment, and a combination thereof. A method of manufacturing the garment is also disclosed.

Abstract: A hand-friendly rubber glove article comprising a dried coating of an emulsified hand-friendly mixture comprising at least one water-soluble humectant moisturizer, at least one water-soluble lubricant, at least one water-soluble surfactant, and at least one water-insoluble occlusive moisturizer, which is finely and substantially uniformly dispersed within the mixture, which is transferred to the skin of a wearer upon activation with skin-generated moisture, and, optionally, a fabric-adherent cuff region and/or a texturized surface and methods of making the emulsified hand-friendly mixture and the glove article.

Abstract: Provided is a head mounted device that can be smoothly mounted onto a head. The head mounted device includes: a frame extending from a front head side to a back head side in a mounted state onto a head; and a head holding portion attached to the frame and provided with a pad pressed to the head; in which the head holding portion, in a non-mounted state in which the device is not mounted to the head, holds the pad such that the pad is opened toward a direction in which the head mounted device is mounted onto the head as compared to the mounted state onto the head.

Abstract: A decorative wing assembly includes a connector (110) having a body (111) with a first side (112) and a second side (113) and containing a drive assembly (300). The connector further includes a first moveable arm (115) coupled to the first side, and a second moveable arm (116) coupled to the second side. The decorative wing assembly further includes a first wing (120) or other extension coupled to the first moveable arm, a second wing (130) or other extension coupled to the second moveable arm, and a harness (210) coupled to the connector. The drive assembly is capable of moving the first moveable arm and the second moveable arm.

Abstract: A shock absorbing structure comprising a foam base defining a plurality of recesses, each of the recesses receiving shock absorbing inserts therein. Each insert includes a generally planar surface made of a foam layer and a flexible plastic layer and including a plurality of upstanding, hollow support members extending therefrom. The support members are made of flexible plastic material and have a plurality of openings therein which define air passages within the shock absorbing structure to allow air to flow therethrough. The shock absorbing structure may be used in helmets, shin pads, kneepads, elbow pads, shoulder pads, chest protectors, gloves, pants and footwear.

Abstract: There is provided a shock absorbing structure comprising a generally planar surface made of a flexible plastic material. A plurality of upstanding, hollow support members extends from the planar surface. The support members are made of flexible plastic material. There is also a plurality of openings in each of the support members, the openings define air passages within the shock absorbing structure to allow air to flow through the support members. The shock absorbing structure may be used in helmets, shin pads, kneepads, elbow pads, shoulder pads, chest protectors, gloves, pants and footwear.

Abstract: The dispenser comprises a bottle (11) containing in its interior active substance (R) in the liquid state and having an exit mouth (12), and a support means (20) for supporting said bottle (11) in an inverted position, with its mouth (12) facing downwards, in a position subjected to the action of the flushing water flow. According to the invention, the support means (20) comprises: a closed transition chamber (30) positioned below the exit mouth (12) to contain and retain, for at least part of its volume, the active substance and, for closing the mouth (12), a member (21) which connects the mouth to the transition chamber (30) via a sized hole through which the active substance descends, said transition chamber (30) having an aperture (35) for the exit of the active substance from the chamber. There is also provided a substantially horizontal diffuser plate (25) positioned adjacent to said active substance exit aperture (35).

Abstract: A nozzle assembly for a bidet includes a washing nozzle, a bidet nozzle mounted under the washing nozzle, a driving motor driving the washing nozzle and/or the bidet nozzle, a gear train, and a nozzle case for receiving the washing and bidet nozzles and the gear train. The gear train includes a driving gear connected to the driving motor to transmit rotational force of the driving motor, a first nozzle gear reciprocating the washing nozzle by receiving the rotational force from the driving gear, and a second nozzle gear reciprocating the bidet nozzle by receiving the rotational force from the driving gear.

Abstract: Apparatus for adjusting and maintaining the level of water in a swimming pool. The apparatus includes a tank in communication with the pool and fill and drain devices mounted in the tank for select elevational adjustment. The devices are coupled whereby elevational adjustment of one of the devices functions to simultaneously adjust the elevation of the other of the devices.

Abstract: A pool overflow device controls water level in a swimming pool. The swimming pool includes an interior wall having an upper end. An overflow port passes through the interior wall at an elevation below the upper end of the interior wall. A drain member has a drain passage therethrough in fluid communication with the overflow port for passing fluid from the pool. One embodiment of the device comprises a 90-degree elbow having a first port, a second port, and a flow passage for passing water between the first and second port. The elbow rotatably mates with a tubular segment about an axis of rotation passing through the first port. The second port is radially spaced from the axis of rotation. The body may be selectively rotated to adjust the elevation of the second port, and thus to control the elevation at which water passes from the pool through the overflow port.

Abstract: A bathtub device includes a bathtub internal wall made of a flexible material, a pressure unit for changing a shape of a tub, which is a concavity surrounded with the internal wall, by applying a pressure on the internal wall, a setting unit for setting a movement range that is a changeable range of the shape of the tub, and a pressure control unit for controlling the pressure unit based on an operation entry by a user and the movement range.

Abstract: A retractable shower expander assembly for a shower stall or tub enclosure having an access opening includes a shower expander rod, two expander ports and a tension rod. The shower expander rod is formed with right angles on each end and is selectively adjustable in the middle to fit various access opening widths. The retractable shower expander assembly, being portable, is held in place by means of an adjustable tension rod, that, when enjoined inside the cavities of the two expander ports, holds the retractable shower expander assembly horizontally and fixedly in use against the two end walls of a shower stall or tub enclosure at the top of the access opening. A shower curtain is attached to the shower expander rod by hooks or rings that can slide along the shower expander rod to selectively close or open the access opening of a shower stall or tub enclosure.

Abstract: A disposable shower system for non-ambulatory patients includes a flexible waterproof bag enclosure, a patient access opening in the bag enclosure to enable a patient to be placed therein, and an adjustable closure for adjustably closing the access opening to selectively create a wholly or partially watertight bathing environment within the bag enclosure. A fresh water delivery system delivers water from a fresh water source into the bag enclosure, where it can be dispensed onto a patient. A waste water removal system removes and collects waste water from the bag enclosure. During use of the shower system, the patient is placed in the bag enclosure with the patient's head protruding from the patient access opening, and the closure is manipulated to close the access opening as desired. Using one or more dispensing nozzles associated with the fresh water delivery system, the patient is bathed with fresh water while waste water is collected and removed by the waste water removal system.

Abstract: A hand or foot bath liner with solution bubble is formed from a flexible plastic sheet. The sheet has an elastic member attached to its surrounding perimeter to secure the liner to the surrounding rim of a hand or foot bath tub. A solution bubble is attached to the upper surface of the plastic sheet and contains a solution for use in the hand or foot bath. The solution bubble is formed of planar flexible material and forms an enclosed space between its bottom surface and the upper surface of the plastic sheet. When the bubble is pierced, the solution will be released into the liner. To aid in piercing or opening the bubble, the solution bubble may have a weakened area, pull strip or weakened edge with or without pull tab. The solution bubble is used to enclose a quantity of skin softener, astringent, fragrance solution, disinfectant, and other emollients.

Abstract: An apparatus or support having a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame includes a first end portion, a second end portion, a first side portion, a second side portion, and several connectors. Each of the connectors are disposable at a first position when the frame is in its expanded configuration and are disposable at a second position when the frame is in its collapsed configuration.

Abstract: A medical examination table has a seat section and a back section supported on a base. The seat and back sections are selectively adjustable to place a patient resting thereon in various positions for examination or the performance of medical procedures. The seat section has a relatively low profile that accommodates storing various accessories beneath the seat section while providing a high level of patient comfort and ensuring a low overall table height. In one embodiment, the seat section comprises a seat frame having a central open area, and a layer of web material extending over the open area.

Abstract: A patient support is provided having an onboard storage location for a foot section.

Abstract: A tubular-shaped, circulation-enhancing pillow or cushion device worn on any part of upper or lower extremities as a rest and/or sleep aid. The device may include a semi ridged, yet flexible and resilient tubular core, a soft fabric elastic liner and an outer cushioned tension wrap. The device may allow one to instinctively change sleeping postures, while remaining asleep or while resting, whether laying in a supine, prone, side or upright position. The device may isolate the part of an extremity that would otherwise have a tendency to become numb, achy or “fall asleep” due to pressure exerted from above by one's resting head, torso, knee, ankle, or other overlying body part, while at the same time act as a pillow or cushion to the overlying body part at rest.

Abstract: An air inflatable device includes an inflatable body having an upper surface layer and a lower surface layer, a sponge layer mounted between the upper surface layer and the lower surface layer of the inflatable body, an air inlet valve mounted between the upper surface layer and the sponge layer, and a oneway valve mounted on a side of the inflatable body and connected to the sponge layer. Thus, the air inflatable device is used to inflate an object easily and conveniently, thereby facilitating a user inflating the object.

Abstract: A child's bed is made of upper and lower wedge shaped sections providing a generally V-shaped bed. The upper and lower sections are unconnected to each other and are made of one or more wedge shaped members that are unconnected to each other. A fitted sheet holds the components together as a unit. An egg crate foam layer may be affixed to the lower section and draped over the upper section to improve stability. The incline of the upper and lower sections is adjustable by adding or removing one or more of the wedge shaped members. The low point of the V-shaped bed is disposed adjacent the knee of the sleeper so the person can sleep in a fetal position with the feet and lower leg preventing the sleeper from sliding down the incline of the upper section.

Abstract: The invention is essentially a tool device which is a combination of components, features and functions, including knife, chisel, scrapper, ruler, depth gage, and straight edge, housed in one easily handled and transported unit.

Abstract: A tool for cutting a marking in a tag comprising a body; an anvil attached to the body, wherein the anvil comprises a recessed die cavity; a cutter attached to the body, wherein the cutter comprises a punch engageable with the recessed die cavity of the anvil, and a stop for limiting the insertion of the tag between the anvil and the cutter. Additional embodiments of the invention comprise a lens to magnify at least a portion of the tag inserted between the cutter and the anvil, and a pen mechanism for marking the tag.

Abstract: Novel organic compositions for removing dyes from the surface of polymeric fibers are disclosed. The method for dye removal from the surface of fibers includes contacting the fibers with a non-aqueous ester stripping composition preferably containing at least one cyclic ester and optionally containing a surfactant, an alcohol, or both. The process of the present invention is especially useful for removing color from dyed polyamide fibers as part of a recycling process for such materials.

Abstract: A textile aftertreatment composition comprising (a) a skin-protecting oil and (b) urea and/or urea derivative; lactic acid and/or a lactic salt; citric acid and/or a citric acid salt wherein the composition is in the form of an emulsion. The composition is conducive directly or indirectly to the health of the skin and can be used as a supplement to the classical textile treatment compositions such as laundry detergents or fabric softeners.

Abstract: The object of the present patent application is an agent for coloring keratin fibers based on oxidative dye precursors and containing (a) at least one hydrazone derivative of formula (I) or a physiologically compatible salt thereof, (b) at least one coupler or a physiologically compatible salt thereof, and (c) a persulfate salt as oxidant; a multicomponent kit and a method for coloring keratin fibers by use of said agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres such as hair, comprising, in an appropriate dyeing medium, at least one cationic direct dye of a given formula, and which is characterized in that it contains, in addition, at least one nonionic surfactant chosen from the group consisting of alkyl polyglucosides, sugar or alkyl sugar fatty acid esters, fatty sugar amides and mixtures thereof. The invention also relates to the dyeing methods and devices using it.

Abstract: A dyeing method for a substrate material and the colored substrate material thereby produced comprises the steps of laying a substrate film made of melted TPU on a surface of a substrate material (a fabric or a non-fabric), cooling the film, coloring the film with a water soluble dyes free of solvents, washing extra dyes off the film, and drying the substrate material. Because of the covalent bond between TPU and the water soluble dyes, the adhesion of the dyes is greatly enhanced. Since the steps of laying substrate films and coloring are independent, small amounts of coloring pieces can be done without raising production cost too much. Further, since the water soluble dyes do not contain solvents, the product thereby produced is free from pollutant emission, which is environmentally friendly.

Abstract: Vertical alignment of a movable bridge with a doorway of an aircraft is achieved by moving a sensor disposed on the movable bridge in a generally downward direction so as to sense a position of an upper surface of the aircraft. The upper surface of the aircraft has a known elevational relationship relative to the doorway of the aircraft, which is used along with the sensed position to align an aircraft engaging portion of the movable bridge with the doorway. The method accommodates different heights of a same model of aircraft resulting from differences in the aircraft loads and is easily implemented using either contact or non-contact sensors.

Abstract: A lawn sweeper for collecting debris from a surface includes a frame. At least one wheel is rotatable with respect to the frame for movement of the lawn sweeper along the surface. A collection bin is engaged with the frame for collecting the debris. A brush assembly has at least one brush for urging the debris from the surface into the collection bin. A reducing mechanism reduces a volume of the debris within the collection bin.

Abstract: An oral cavity cleaning tool for the purpose of sterilization of the inside of oral cavity is provided that carries out efficient sterilization by using effective chlorine that is obtained through electrolysis. The oral cavity cleaning tool comprises a block handle, a head section extending from the block handle, a pair of electrodes provided on the head section and a power source that supplies electric current to the pair of electrodes, wherein the electrodes are put into contact with an oral fluid that contains chloride ions thereby to cause electric current to flow between the electrodes, so that the chloride ions are transformed into effective chlorine.

Abstract: A mop for cleaning a surface is provided. The mop includes a base and a scrubbing area connected to the base by a living hinge so that the scrubbing area can be deflected towards the surface upon application of a scrubbing force.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hand held cleaning utensil having an extendable elongate handle with a working head at one end of the handle, the handle being assembled of at least a first length to which the working head is mounted and a second length that is coupled to the end of the first length remote from the working head, and which is adapted to be moved from a first position, in which the second length is stowed alongside or substantially coaxial with the first length but not obstructing the working head so that the utensil may be used, to a second position, in which the second length is substantially aligned with the first length to provide an extended overall handle length.

Abstract: The present invention provides a broom with a flexible neck. The flexible neck is preferably a hollow tube made from rubber. The neck is positioned between the handle and the head of the broom, at the base end of the handle to attach the broom handle to the broom head.

Abstract: An easily and quickly assembleable bleacher includes basic light-weight component which can be assembled by one person, if necessary, and without the use of tools. The assembly includes a latching and locking mechanism for attaching the seat boards, foot boards and riser boards without the use of fasteners, and most of the other connections are made with pinned connections that save time and assembly. The upper guard rails are attached to lie in a slight rearwardly angled plane that provides comfort for the spectators and also facilitates assembly.

Abstract: A wiper device includes a linking member to which a driving force is transmitted via a wiper motor; a rotating shaft fastened to the linking member; a lever portion, one end of which is fastened to the rotating shaft, wherein the lever portion is a plate member laid down in a plane in which the lever portion is rotated, and the lever portion has a bent portion which is bent toward an axis of the rotating shaft; and a wiper arm coupled with the other end of the lever member. The wiper device may further comprise a coupling shaft disposed parallel to the rotating shaft, wherein the other end of the lever portion is fastened via the coupling shaft to the wiper arm, and is closer to the wiper arm than said one end in an axial direction of the coupling shaft.

Abstract: A wiper device includes a link member to which a driving force from a wiper motor is transmitted; a pivot shaft which has serrated portions formed at both ends thereof being secured to the link member at one end thereof; a lever portion which is secured to the other end of the pivot shaft; a wiper arm which is connected to an end of the lever portion divided from an axis of the pivot shaft; a link securing hole portion which is formed in the link member to which the one serrated portion being secured; and a lever securing hole portion which is formed in the lever portion to which the other serrated portion being secured.

Abstract: A mop bucket system includes a liquid-retaining portion and an energy-dissipation device. The liquid-retaining portion is configured to retain liquid. It has a bottom wall portion, a first sidewall portion, a second sidewall portion facing the first sidewall portion, a third sidewall portion, and a fourth sidewall portion facing the third sidewall portion. The liquid-retaining portion permits retained liquid to move in a liquid-movement direction extending from the first sidewall portion toward the second sidewall portion within a higher-momentum region having a width that is approximately 70% of a distance between the third sidewall portion and the fourth sidewall portion. The energy-dissipation device is disposed within the liquid-retaining portion and extends into the higher-momentum region.

Abstract: A floor cleaning apparatus includes a housing, a suction generator having a motor and a sound cancellation generator. During operation of the apparatus the motor produces a first sound and the sound cancellation generator produces a second sound. The second sound produced by the sound cancellation generator is substantially 180 degrees out of phase with the first sound so that noise generated during operation of the floor cleaning apparatus is reduced.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner having a cleaning head engagable with a floor and a first suction nozzle and a brush roller mounted therein; a housing connected to the cleaning head, the housing having a dirt storage container and a first passageway leading from the cleaning head to the storage container; a cleaning hose having an at least partially flexible second passageway in communication with the first passageway and having a second suction nozzle at one end; a suction motor mounted in the housing and operatively associated with the storage container for drawing dirt laden air from the cleaning head through the first passageway and from the hose through the second passageway, into the storage container; a flow control valve having a generally cylindrical body mounted for rotation in the housing with one end of the cylindrical body having an opening in constant communication with the suction motor, a first opening in a side portion of the cylindrical body which can be brought into and out of alignment with the first pas

Abstract: A floor cleaning apparatus includes a housing having a nozzle assembly and a canister assembly. The canister assembly is pivotally connected to the nozzle assembly. Both a suction generator and dirt collection vessel are carried on the housing. The apparatus also includes a telescopic wand assembly having a first end equipped with an operator handle and a second end incorporating an airstream inlet. A wand assembly coupler is provided on the housing. The wand assembly coupler receives and holds the second end of the telescopic wand assembly. A flexible hose is connected to the first end of the telescopic wand assembly and provides fluid communication between the wand assembly and the dirt collection vessel and suction generator. The telescopic wand assembly is displaceable between a floor cleaning position wherein the second end of the wand assembly is held in the coupler and a specialty cleaning position wherein the second end is released from the coupler.

Abstract: A floor cleaning apparatus includes a nozzle assembly and a canister assembly pivotally connected to the nozzle assembly. A suction generator and dirt collection vessel are carried on one of these assemblies. A control handle with a user interface is carried on the canister assembly. A transmitter is carried on the control handle and a receiver, remote from the transmitter, is carried on either the nozzle assembly or canister assembly.

Abstract: An upright vacuum cleaner with a cyclonic airflow path includes a floor-engaging base unit, a body unit pivotally mounted to the base unit and a motor/fan assembly mounted on one of the base unit or body units. A dirt collecting enclosure is also mounted on the body unit and includes a. first large chamber and a second smaller chamber. A filter unit is disposed in the first large chamber. Dirt laden air is introduced into the first large chamber in a tangential manner so as to impart a cyclonic action to the airflow. The filter in the first large chamber is effective for removing larger particles of debris from the airflow. The remaining airflow is communicated to the second chamber where smaller particles of debris are removed. Airflow from the second smaller chamber is then communicated through a cyclonic chamber disposed above and transverse to the dirt collecting enclosure. to a third chamber where a second filter is disposed.

Abstract: Electric cleaning apparatus (10) comprising a suction body (11), which is provided at one end with a suction aperture (13) connected to a suction drive member arranged inside the suction body (11), and to which a terminal suction element (32) is able to be selectively associated. The electric cleaning apparatus (10) comprises tubular members (16, 21) pivoted on the suction body (11) and able to be selectively rotated with respect to the latter in order to define a first operating configuration, wherein the tubular members (16, 21) are arranged on the opposite side with respect to the suction aperture (13) in order to function as a remote handgrip for the suction body (11), and a second operating configuration, wherein the tubular members (16, 21) cooperate with the suction aperture (13) in order to function as an extension for the terminal suction element (32).

Abstract: A floor cleaning appliance includes a housing having a canister assembly and a nozzle assembly. A suction generator and a dirt collection vessel are carried on the housing. A suction inlet, a rotary agitator and a bare floor wiper are carried on the nozzle assembly. In addition the floor cleaning apparatus includes a switch for slowing or interrupting drive to the rotary agitator and a displaceable height adjustment assembly. The height adjustment assembly is displaceable between one or more carpet cleaning positions and a bare floor cleaning position. The height adjustment assembly engages the switch and slows or interrupts drive to the rotary agitator when in the bare floor cleaning position.