Abstract: A toothbrush having a replaceable head attachment is disclosed. The toothbrush includes a brush head that is releasably engaged to a handle portion and utilizes a threaded engagement configuration between the two components.

Abstract: An electrically driven toothbrush may comprise a shaft comprising a cam. The cam may contact and move a first bristle holder. The shaft may drivingly engage the first bristle the holder. A second bristle holder may be driven by the first bristle holder. The second bristle holder may be driven by an engagement with an element extending from the first bristle holder.

Abstract: A cleaning sheet adapted to be attached to the head (20) of a cleaning tool (2) and having a wiping portion (1A) adapted to be disposed on the lower side of the head (20). In the state attached to the head (20), the cleaning sheet has, in the wiping portion (1A) thereof, a plurality of tacky recesses (10) open to the front and the rear of the head (20). The cleaning sheet has pointed parts (10b) projecting to the front and the rear between borders (10a) of adjacent two of the recesses (10).

Abstract: The invention relates to a toothbrush having a handle and a head part, on which bristle filaments and at least one flexible cleaning element are arranged. The at least one flexible cleaning element is arranged on a carrier element, which consists of a hard material, and is connected to the head part. The invention also relates to a process for producing such a toothbrush.

Abstract: The staff is joined to the central element of a base which comprises two lateral portions joined elastically by thin portions and by the co-molding of rubber layers to the central element; a fork member with a tubular extension is slidable along the staff and has S-shaped inner profiles to allow contact via rollers with the lateral portions of said base; a replaceable assembly consisting of a sponge layer bonded to rigid flat elements can be detached to the base and released therefrom. The staff is detachable.

Abstract: The present invention is a hygienic toothbrush with cover, which utilizes a uniquely designed novel brush cover to keep the brush head bristles free of harmful particles and contaminants when not in use. The unique cover design allows for bristles to dry through utilization of finely woven mesh/screen-like side panels, which allows the largest surface area of the brush head bristles to be exposed to the maximal amount of airflow without risk of contamination. The desired effect of faster drying reduces the ability of bacterial agents to grow on the brush bristles. The unique feature of the cover always remaining fastened to the brush handle helps prevent the contamination of the cover itself which happens when it is set upon a contaminated surface, and also accomplishes the desired goal of encouraging consistent use. When the toothbrush is being used, the cover is conveniently stored within the handle in a storage compartment, always remaining with the toothbrush.

Abstract: A cleaning device having (1) a handle which is configured to conform to the curvature of the human hand when the hand is griping the handle, (2) a cleaning pad, and (3) an attachment for attaching said cleaning pad to handle. Both the handle and the cleaning element can be changed for varying jobs and/or after they become worn or uncomfortable.

Abstract: A re-usable, shed-resistant roller cover for use with paint and other heavy liquids is provided. One embodiment provides a non-woven roller cover material. This roller cover material includes a single outer layer or ply of non-woven material that replaces the knitted or woven fabrics typically utilized for paint roller covers. Another embodiment provides a single-ply, non-woven roller cover attached to a stable substrate, i.e., a backing material. The stable substrate provides a degree of dimensional stability to the roller cover and prevents or reduces “necking” that can result in the formation of gaps on the roller core. A third embodiment provides a single-ply, non-woven roller cover (with or without a backing material) attached to a rigid core that provides structural support to the roller cover.

Abstract: Several embodiments of trowels which have an elongated handle and a pair of generally facing weights or a weight or weights and a connector between which a pair of blades are secured with one blade being of lesser height than the other to thereby resist undesired flexing of the other blade. In another embodiment, in lieu of having a second blade, a second weight which is disposed on the opposite side of the blade from the handle, has a downward extension which limits flexing of the blade. In a further embodiment, a blade is a two component blade and has a detachable and replaceable cutting edge. The weights and connector serve a multiple purpose of securing the upper end of the blades therebetween, facilitating downward pressure when the trowel is in use and in some embodiments through either a second blade or an extension of a weight for limiting the amount of flexing of the blade.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper arm of a wiper device comprising a coupling section for connecting a flat wiper blade, wherein the wiper arm is designed to be U-shaped in cross section at least in part, with a back and two side walls. The invention is characterized in that the coupling section comprises a stand-alone wall section of one side wall which protrudes beyond the back and the other side wall in the longitudinal direction, and a hinge pin attached to this wall section for receiving a connecting section of the wiper blade.

Abstract: A cleaning system includes a supply of purified water, a supply of cleaning agent, a mixing junction, and a distributor. The mixing junction is configured to combine a flow of the purified water and a flow of the cleaning agent and output a flow of cleaning liquid comprising the flows of the purified water and the cleaning agent. The distributor includes an output through which the cleaning liquid can be discharged. In a method of cleaning a surface, flows of purified water and cleaning agent are provided. The flow of purified water and the flow of cleaning agent are mixed to form a flow of cleaning liquid. The flow of cleaning liquid is then discharged to the surface.

Abstract: A suction cleaner of the cylinder type comprising a main unit (10) including a source of suction and a dust separating/collecting means; a flexible hose; a wand (17); and a cleaning head (19); wherein the main unit (10) is able to be stood on its end and there is releasable catch means providing for the wand (17) with cleaning head (19) attached to be releasably connected to the main unit (10).

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner which comprises a body provided with a cable winding device arranged therein and used for winding and unwinding a power supply cable which is provided with an electric plug connected to an electric power network, and an auxiliary device for moving said electric plug from a first position where the power supply cable is wound to the shortest length thereof, to a second position where said cable or plug can be taken by hand for unwinding the cable. In order to be used in an ergonomic and simple manner by a user, said vacuum cleaner is provided with a mobile handle connected to the auxiliary device which is actuated by the displacement thereof, thereby making it possible to take the power supply cable or the electric plug directly by hand for unwinding the cable when the user actuates the vacuum cleaner handle.

Abstract: The Vacuum Cleaner Accessories Caddy is an accessory belt which can be fitted and secured without tools around the body of a conventional barrel or tank type vacuum cleaner. The device may comprise two components: 1) a wide braided nylon band with attached Velcro™ strap and buckle or eyelet for size adjustment; and 2) a plurality of usually molded plastic holders attached thereto that are designed to secure vacuum cleaner tools and accessories.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner comprising a housing having an outer surface. A bumper strip projects outwardly from the housing and extends along the outer surface of the housing. A retaining element projects outwardly from the housing and extends along the outer surface of the housing adjacent the bumper strip. The retaining element overlaps the bumper strip. The bumper strip contacts the retaining element and is elastically deformable to slide with respect to the retaining element. The bumper strip forms a convex curved structure that bulges outwardly from the housing.

Abstract: A self-cleaning wet dry vacuum cleaning device for collecting and disposing of waste material and specifically animal waste, the device including a waste collection system for collecting and breaking up the waste, the waste collection system including a self-cleaning intake nozzle, a vacuum in communication with the waste collection system for providing suction to the intake nozzle, a waste storage system in communication with the vacuum for storing waste vacuumed into the intake nozzle, a fluid dispensing system having a fluid reservoir including a piston system, the piston system for consistently dispensing fluid from the fluid reservoir to the intake nozzle and a leash system, all of which are all integrated with or removably engageable with the device's body.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner, includes a first compartment for receiving air-entrained dust particles drawn therein by a fan, and a second compartment for receiving debris delivered thereto by a motor-driven bristle bar past which the fan draws air.

Abstract: A floor nozzle for vacuum cleaners has a first position for vacuuming broad floor surfaces, and a second position for vacuuming narrow floor surfaces. The floor nozzle includes a suction head that has a base area with two broad sides and two narrow sides, and a tilt joint consisting of a channel connector piece molded onto the suction head and a pivotable channel section. A pipe elbow having a curvature of essentially 90° is connected with the channel section and has a connector end for a suction pipe. The channel section is pivoted out in the first position, so that the axis of rotation of the connection between the pipe elbow and the channel section is oriented at a downward slant. In the second position, the movable channel section is pivoted into the channel connector piece so far that the axis of rotation of the connection is oriented horizontally.

Abstract: The automobile floor mat fixing device is supported and combined on the carpet on the indoor floor of the automobile, and includes a coupling support on the bottom surface of which at least two wedges which are rotated and inserted into the carpet to then be fixed on the carpet are aligned and combined in a circle, and on the upper surface of which a support protrusion having a stopper protrusion is protrudingly formed at a predetermined height, and an eyelet which is fixedly combined on the mat laid on the carpet and includes a support hole through which the support protrusion of the coupling support is fitted to then be supported on and coupled with the coupling support.

Abstract: A device for controlling a speed of a door includes a detecting unit that detects a position of the door, and a control unit that controls the speed of the door in such a manner that an acceleration of the door becomes substantially zero at a point that is calculated based on the position. Thus, a target maximum speed of the door is adjusted depending on the remaining moving distance.

Abstract: The invention provides a retracting apparatus of a sliding rail in which a self locking state is not cancelled without intention, a structure and an adjustment are simple, and a cost is inexpensive.

Abstract: A counterbalance system (25) for a door (D) movable between a closed position and an open position having an axle (20), a cable drum (15) attached to the axle, a winding shaft (35) interconnected with the axle by a counterbalance spring (26), and a pawl (70) selectively movable between a first position for adjusting tension in the counterbalance spring and a second position for preventing rotation of the cable drum upon failure of the counterbalance spring, thereby limiting movement of the door toward the closed position.

Abstract: A hinge device has a base adapted for secured engagement with the doorframe, a mediate plate movably connected to the base via a first adjustable cam in a first direction and a top plate movably connected to the mediate plate via a second adjustable cam in a second direction which is orthogonal to the first direction An adjustable bolt is adapted to be threadingly extended through a portion of the arm to connect to a portion of the top plate and to abut a surface of the mediate plate. Therefore, rotation of the first adjustable cam drives the base to move relative to the mediate plate in the first direction, rotation of the second adjustable cam drives the mediate plate as well as the base to move relative to the top plate in the second direction and rotation of the adjustable bolt changes a distance between the moving seat and the adjustable seat.

Abstract: An improved plastic hinge shim or work piece that allows for quick alignment of a door is claimed. The hinge shim is an elongated tapered hard plastic body wherein each hinge shim has transverse break lines so that segments can be broken off. Additionally, the hinge shims are molded in a sheet of a plurality of shims such that they can be folded to form a thicker hinge shim as required for application. The slots provided for the hinge mounting screws permit the hinge shim(s) to be moved further into the cavity or out toward the hinge pin to provide for finer adjustment. These hinge shims can easily slip into the cavity under the hinge without the need for trimming. Moreover, the center slot for the hinge screw is open to the thin edge to permit the hinge shim to be inserted into the cavity without removing the center screw.

Abstract: A slide hinge for a small-sized information terminal having a first casing with keyboard and a relatively slid second casing with display. The slide hinge has a linear slide between the first and second casings, and a turning mechanism for a turning operation of the casings. The slide has a first guide groove provided on an undersurface of the second casing, a guide pin engaged with the first groove and attached to an upper surface of the first casing. The turning mechanism has a rotary hinge on an upper surface of one side of the first casing, a turning member rotatably attached to the rotary hinge in a horizontal direction, and a second pin attached to a free end of the turning member and engaged with a second groove provided on the undersurface of the second casing in cross direction of the first guide groove.

Abstract: A hinge mechanism includes a main shaft (2), a torsion spring (6) and a housing (8). The main shaft has a first shaft end (20) and an opposite second shaft end (21). The main shaft includes a stopping mechanism (26) provided at the first shaft end. The torsion spring surrounds the main shaft. The torsion spring has two ends and a substantially hollow interior. The housing is cylinder-shaped and hollow, having a first housing end and a second housing end with a shaft-receiving opening. The main shaft and the torsion spring are inserted into the housing. The stopping mechanism stops the main shaft from becoming disassembled from the housing. The main shaft is inserted into the torsion spring and received in the shaft-receiving opening of the housing. Also included is an electronic device having such a hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism is easily manufactured and has a nice interchangeability.

Abstract: A door push bar structure includes a mounting mechanism having a locking element with a stopper, a sleeve screwed at an end to the locking element, and a locating element, the stopper and an end of the locking element screwed to the sleeve being located in a through hole on a door, and the opposite end of the sleeve being pressed against an outer side of the through hole of the door; and two door push bars, one of which is provided at each end surface with a hole for fixedly connecting with an opposite end of the locking element, and the other one is provided at each end surface with a horizontal hole for receiving the opposite end of the sleeve therein, and a vertical hole communicating with the horizontal hole for the locating element to extend thereinto to firmly press against the opposite end of the sleeve.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a hand includes a handle body with an ulnar section for engaging the palmar arch of the hand, the ulnar section having a distal ulnar side for receiving the small finger of the hand and having a palmar ulnar side, the palmar ulnar side having a surface for engaging a portion of the palmar surface of the hand so as to position the end of the small finger in substantial alignment with the ends of the middle finger and the ring finger and to position the handle within the hand without engaging a surface of the hand located over the carpal tunnel; and a compressible and resilient proximal-side surface supported by a supporting mechanism so as to maintain a proximal-side desirable shape different from a shape of the proximal side of the handle body.

Abstract: A spinning preparation machine includes a drafting device for drafting at least one fiber sliver. The machine includes a microwave sliver thickness sensor through which the fiber sliver is guided, the sensor disposed at the inlet or outlet, or both, of the drafting device and includes at least one cavity resonator defined by a resonator wall. A device or system is incorporated with the sensor for minimizing temperature-conditioned deformations of the resonator during measurement of sliver thickness.

Abstract: A clothes fastening system comprising an attachment member configured for attachment to a wearer's footwear where such attachment member has a first fastener attached thereto. A fastening mechanism is attached to the wearer's clothing where such fastening mechanism has a second fastener attached thereto. The first and second fasteners are detachably attached to each other thus preventing at least a portion of the wearer's clothing from dragging against the ground while the wearer is walking.

Abstract: The disclosure pertains to a sleeve cover for a slider clip which is used for such applications as high pressure pasteurization wherein high pressure is applied to a reclosable bag, including a zipper and slider, which typically includes foodstuffs such as meat products. The sleeve cover is molded, glued or otherwise attached, to the slider to prevent the film of the bag from pressing against and entering the interstices between the slider and the zipper profile and subsequently deforming, pinching or rupturing.

Abstract: A silent surface fastener comprises a base part (2), a plurality of engaging elements (3a, 3b) raised from the base part, and a vibration-damping material layer (10) disposed on the back surface of the base part. According to one preferred embodiment, the vibration-damping material layer is disposed on the back surface of the base part through the medium of a bonding layer. The vibration-damping material layer is desired to have a loss tangent (tan?) at ?40 to 40° C. of 0.05-2.5 and a thickness of 0.3-10 mm. According to the other preferred embodiment, the base part is made from a woven or knitted base fabric, the plurality of engaging elements are made of a monofilament, and the fineness of the monofilament is 100-500 T (deciTex).

Abstract: Devices for holding paper, cards, and/or wallets. The devices generally have a non-metallic (e.g., plastic) clip to which two non-metallic (e.g., plastic) arms are pivotally coupled. Embodiments of the devices are relatively light-weight and can pass freely through metal detectors.

Abstract: A plastic fastener having a first segment 10A with a protrusion 12 formed on a first base 11, the protrusion 12 having a stopper hook on its end and having identical sections in a direction shown by arrow B, and a second segment 10B with a groove 16 formed on a second base 15, the groove being for nipping the hook of the protrusion 12 and having identical section in the direction shown by arrow B. The protrusion 12 and the groove 16 come into engagement with each other by pressures in directions shown by A and A? applied from respective back sides of the first base 11 and the second base 15, and the engagement is not canceled by forces in directions opposite to the directions A and A?. The engagement can be canceled only by sliding the protrusion 12 together with the first base 11 and the groove 16 together with the second base 15 in directions shown by arrow B and B?.

Abstract: Various embodiments for locking carabiners employing a reinforcing sleeve are disclosed. The carabiners of the present invention include C-shaped body having a nose region and an end region. A gate including a flanged region housing a receptacle configured to receive the nose region in a receptacle is pivotally mounted at the end region. A sleeve is movably mounted on the gate, allowing the nose region to be secured within the receptacle. The sleeve is closely fitted about the gate at the flanged region, providing support for the flanged region of the gate in a plurality of lateral directions while securing the nose region within the receptacle. The nose of the carabiner may be configured to be received entirely within the receptacle.

Abstract: The present invention proposes an engagement mechanism employed in a first assembly part and a cooperating second assembly part. The engagement mechanism comprises a pivot member assembled in the first assembly part; and an elastic member having a double-wedged surface at an endmost portion thereof which extends outwardly from the projecting portion of the first assembly part. The elastic member is employed to provide an elastic force of maintaining the projecting portion extending outwardly from the first assembly part to engage with the second assembly part. The present invention, via the design of the double-wedged surface of the projecting portion, facilitates easy engagement or disengagement of the engagement mechanism, and overcomes the problem of having to provide extra disengagement arrangement in the prior art.

Abstract: A coupling device (20) for restraining belts, particularly for children safety seats for motor-vehicles, comprises a body (21) intended to be connected to at least one belt branch and a pair of tongue elements (10) intended to be connected each to a respective belt branch. Each tongue element (10) includes an attachment portion (10b) for connection with the respective belt branch and a stem portion (10a) arranged to be received and locked in the body (21) and forming a catch tooth (10c) for locking the tongue element (10) in the body (21). Each tongue element (10) further comprises a metal insert (12) wholly covered by a plastic or rubber housing or coating. Thus, the risk of burnings in case of the coupling device being handled after the vehicle has been left in the sun for a long time is prevented.

Abstract: A synthetic biometric article for use in a cremation process is disclosed. The synthetic biometric article comprises a body, which is to be placed with a deceased individual, including a cremation compatible material that is suitable for mechanical pulverization. At least one synthetic biometric is integrated into the cremation compatible material in order to provide for continuous positive identification of the deceased individual during the cremation process.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process of hydroentangling a fibrous web (N) including of positioning the web on a porous moving support (10) in translatory movement or in rotation about an axis, and of treating at least one side of the web by means of a plurality of streams of water arranged in a row perpendicular to the direction of movement of the web, characterized in that the row includes streams with a first cross-section (14A) and at least streams with a second cross-section (24A) different from the first. The invention also relates to a process including treatment of the web by means of a plurality of streams of water arranged in at least two rows perpendicular to the direction of movement of the web. The rows include streams with a first cross-section (14, 16, 17, 18, 19) and at least streams with a second cross-section (24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 39) different from the first cross-section, at least one row including streams the spacing of which is not constant.

Abstract: A method of producing a spread multi-filament bundle and an apparatus is used in which an arbitrary number of multi-filament bundles of higher strength are simultaneously spread with high speed and a high-quality. A spread multi-filament bundle or sheet with the component monofilaments thereof aligned in parallel widthwise and uniformly distributed in density is produced. The respective multi-filament bundles fed from a yarn supplier or a creel are subjected to fluctuation of the tensile force applied thereto alternatively between tension and relaxation and the respective bundles as subjected to such fluctuation are passed in succession through a fluid flowing spreader.

Abstract: A method of producing a grid for a lead-acid battery in accordance with the present invention includes the step of placing lead alloy foil on a base material sheet of a lead-calcium alloy and attaching the lead alloy foil under pressure to the base material sheet. The thickness t of the lead alloy foil, the thickness a of the base material sheet before the attaching, and the thickness b of the composite sheet after the attaching satisfy the relational expression 1.3?(a+t)/b. The length L of the contact part of rollers with the base material sheet and the lead alloy foil is 10 mm or more. This makes it possible to secure good adhesion of the lead alloy foil to the base material sheet. Also, when this composite sheet is subjected to an expanding process and used as a positive electrode grid, it is possible to provide a lead-acid battery having excellent cycle life characteristics.

Abstract: A dry process based energy storage product and method for making is disclosed.

Abstract: A tool for removal of an automotive window belt molding from a body member includes a formed hook on the end of a generally flat, rigid, elastically deformable planar sheet.

Abstract: A mounting tool for dustproof shield, including a bracket body having two extending arms. A bridge section is interconnected between two ends of the two extending arms, whereby the bracket body is substantially U-shaped. A threaded bush is disposed on the center of the bridge section, through which a threaded rod is screwed. One end of the threaded rod extends out of the bracket body and has a tool connecting section. The other end of the threaded rod is connectable with a conic barrel by means of a fast connector.

Abstract: A side acting extractor tool of the present disclosure suitable for extracting from a keyway a broken key portion of a cut key includes a handle member; a blade member having a first end for connecting to the handle member, and a second and distal end for inserting into the keyway containing the broken key portion. The blade member is made of a spring material having a shim-like thickness for inserting into a clearance gap between the broken key portion and a wall of the keyway. The blade member also includes a longitudinal axis, and a deflectable finger portion having a memory position and extending sideways at an angle from the longitudinal axis for hooking against a part of the broken key portion, thereby enabling extraction of the broken key portion from the keyway by withdrawing the inserted blade member from the keyway.

Abstract: Extending sections are positioned along X and Y directions by engagement sections, and positioned along Y direction of a vehicle by positioning sections using mounts of a rear bumper. This makes it possible to accurately indicate a forming position of a vehicular-part mounting hole, which is needed to mount a rear under spoiler, with respect to the rear bumper based on a scribed mark if the extending sections are positioned by using the engagement sections and the positioning sections. Therefore, a worker can form a vehicular-part mounting hole in an appropriate position by merely making a hole in the position of the scribed mark, without requiring a work of removing the rear bumper.

Abstract: A recycling facilitating system including an item identification data input unit for inputting item identification data, an item disassembly data memory for storing item disassembly data in correspondence with the item identification data, an item disassembly data retrieval unit for retrieving the item disassembly data, a disassembly diagram constructing unit for constructing the disassembly diagram based on the item disassembly data, and a disassembly diagram output unit for outputting the disassembly diagram; the disassembly diagram constructing unit determines the progress status of an operation step of disassembling the item to be recycled by identifying a component that was removed during the operation step, and, in accordance with the progress status, constructs one of a plurality of disassembly diagrams, which can be constructed from the item disassembly data that was retrieved by the item disassembly data retrieval unit.

Abstract: A method for the automated mounting of a plurality of add-on parts (3, 3?) on a work piece (1), in particular on a vehicle body, wherein the add-on parts (3, 3?) are to be attached to the work piece (1) in such a way that they are oriented with respect to one another in a precisely positioned fashion. Each add-on part (3, 3?) is held here in a mounting tool (5, 5?) which is guided by means of a robot (7, 7?). A sensor system (18, 18?) which is fixedly connected to the mounting tool (5, 5?) and has at least one sensor (19, 19?) is attached to at least one of the mounting tools (5, 5?). The mounting tools (5, 5?) are moved, using an iterative closed-loop control process (A-2?) using measured values of the sensors (19, 19?), into a preliminary position (23, 23?) in which the add-on parts (3, 3?) which are held in the mounting tools (5, 5?) are oriented with respect to one another in a precisely positioned fashion.

Abstract: A stamped gate bar for a vending machine having an elongated body with opposing ends. The elongated body is formed first and second side walls extending from an integrally formed edge wall. A support member is disposed along at least one of the opposing ends, and an actuation member is also disposed along at least one of the opposing ends. A method of forming the gate bar from a sheet of metal is also disclosed.

Abstract: An element attachable to a sheet metal part by riveting, in particular an element in the form of a centering bolt, having a shaft part and a head part, wherein the head part has at its side confronting the sheet metal part an at least approximately ring-like ring recess which merges at the radially inner side into a cylinder section of the head part which in turn merges into the shaft part and into a tubular rivet section which surrounds the shaft part in the region of the head part, is disposed within a ring-like contact surface arranged radially outside of the ring recess and merges at the radially outer side via an at least approximately conical wall into the ring-like contact surface, is characterized in that at least one local recess and preferably a plurality of in particular uniformly distributed local recesses is or are provided in the conical wall of the ring recess and/or in an optionally present ring-like base surface of the ring recess.