Abstract: The present invention generally relates to stabilization straps, and is more specifically concerned with a helmet stabilization strap apparatus. The stabilization strap apparatus provides connectors so configured and sized as to be mountable on the helmet, and each include a first pivotal interconnecting element and a first interlocking element. The stabilization strap apparatus further includes a strap member having ends connectable to a respective connector. Each of the ends includes a second pivotal interconnecting element and a second interlocking element, such that the second pivotal interconnecting element is mountable in a pivotal connection to the first pivotal interconnecting element and the second interlocking element matingly corresponds to the first interlocking element. Each ends of the strap member is pivotable around the pivotal connection and lockable at various strap positions with respect to the connectors when the second interlocking element engages the first interlocking element.

Abstract: Articles that provide heating and/or cooling for wearers of various types of wearing apparel are disclosed. The articles comprise removable inserts for wearing apparel that are activated by exposure to air or breaking an internal bag of the insert and shaking the inserts to provide single use disposable inserts. The disposable inserts provide heating or cooling for an extended period of time. A reusable insert is disclosed that is activated by heating or by refrigeration to provide either heating or cooling. Heating or cooling is provided by wearing apparel comprising at least one chamber for a compressed gas cylinder. The chamber may be recharged as needed to provide continuous heating or cooling of a person's head or various parts of a person's body. In one embodiment, the articles comprise a length of tubing extending along at least a portion of the wearing apparel and an aperture for the release of gas from a compressed gas cylinder into the tubing.

Abstract: The patient recovery garment comprises a body portion defining an opening, positioned, configured and dimensioned to allow the performance of medical treatment procedures, and a closure device suitable for closing the opening when a procedure is not being performed. The recovery garment comprises of a warm material, a decorative pattern, or both.

Abstract: Multiple-layered articles are provided which do not suffer from interlayer slippage upon application of a normal force and which are flexible and particularly well suited for use as dexterous hand coverings.

Abstract: In a protective glove for a firefighter, an emergency rescue worker, or another worker in a high-heat area, a leather face has a peripheral edge, a leather back has a peripheral edge, a leather forchette has a peripheral edge sewn to the peripheral edge of the leather face and a peripheral edge sewn to the peripheral edge of the leather back, and a heat-resistant cover made from an aramid or polybenzamidazole fabric has a peripheral edge sewn to the peripheral edge of the leather back. The heat-resistant cover covers the leather back so as to protect the leather back against direct exposure to high heat that would tend to shrink the leather back if the leather back were not protected by the heat-resistant cover.

Abstract: The winter glove includes a finger cap attached to and detached from a thumbnail and/or an index finger of the winter glove and chiefly used by soldiers, policemen, and the like shooting or performing a precise job in the fields by taking off a finger cap worn on a user's finger.

Abstract: A reverse shaped trousers includes a frontal section adapted to cover the curved area surrounding part of the abdomen and part of the thighs of a wearer, a seat section adapted to cover the curved contour of buttocks of the wearer, a closable slit provided on the seat section for facilitating the wearer's wearing of the trousers, a waist band section, and first and second leg sections. The frontal section includes one or more pockets, and the sewing line for the pockets is provided on the surface the frontal section. The frontal section further includes sewing lines, and one sewing line runs vertically between the pockets and the other sewing line runs substantially horizontally between the waist band section and the pockets. The seat section includes one or more pockets, and a coin pocket, and the sewing line for the pockets is provided below the surface of the seat section.

Abstract: An athletic sock in the form of a standard cotton sports sock includes a slit defining opposed edges that can be fastened and unfastened for stretching the athletic sock over athletic protective equipment disposed on the individual's lower leg, and for removal therefrom. Each edge has a fastening strip member that is disengaged from the other strip member to facilitate the stretching of the sock over the athletic protective equipment, and the strip members can brought into mating engagement for securing the sock onto the lower leg and comfortably upon the athletic protective equipment. In addition, the sock can be used as a medical compression sock whereby securement of the strip members is adjustable for obtaining the desired tightness, looseness and comfort of the sock on the individual's lower leg.

Abstract: An athletic sock in the form of a standard cotton sports sock includes a longitudinal slit defining opposed edges that can be fastened and unfastened for stretching the athletic sock over athletic protective equipment disposed on the individual's lower leg, and for removal therefrom. Each edge includes a closure member that can be hook and loop fasteners or a zipper to facilitate the stretching of the sock over the athletic protective equipment, and the closure members can brought into mating engagement for securing the sock onto the lower leg and comfortably upon the athletic protective equipment and can be disengaged for sock removal. In addition, the sock can be used as a medical compression sock adjustably securable for obtaining the desired tightness, looseness and comfort of the sock on the individual's lower leg.

Abstract: The invention is for safety goggles to protect eyes of a user of the safety goggles. The safety goggles include a lens and a frame with a bridge. A goggle chamber is formed between the lens and the face of the user. The safety goggles have a lower ventilation assembly that admits air one either side of the bridge. The safety goggles also includes an upper ventilation assembly at an upper portion of the frame. Air enters the goggle chamber through the lower ventilation assembly, heats near a nose of the user and exits the goggle chamber through the upper ventilation assembly. Each of the lower and upper ventilation assemblies cover a corresponding lower and upper air path in such a manner that allows air to pass through the corresponding air path while preventing solid projectiles and splashed liquid from having a direct line of trajectory to the eyes of the user.

Abstract: An improved family toilet seat and cover assembly has easy-open, slow-close, fluid-damped hinges for all hingeable components, including the adult toilet seat, the cover for the adult toilet seat which also incorporates a child toilet seat, and a lid for the child toilet seat, which is hinged to the cover for the adult toilet seat. The adult toilet seat and adult toilet seat cover are hingeably attached to a pair of hinge posts, which are attached with bolts to the toilet bowl. Each hinge post contains one fluid-filled rotational dampener that is rotationally coupled to either the adult seat or adult seat cover/child seat. The child seat lid is rotationally coupled to a fluid-filed rotational dampener that is installed within a dampener housing molded into either the child toilet seat or the child toilet seat lid.

Abstract: A toilet bowl seat having on its both sides respectively outwardly extending a wing to provide more areas in helping support the bottom of an overweight user thus to enjoy better sitting comforts.

Abstract: In order to provide a movement mechanism for moving a closure element for the purposes of sealing a waste outlet opening, in particular in a sink or a washstand, which is adapted to be operated in a simple and reliable manner and permits of a large degree of flexibility in regard to the design of the sink and the connections to the sink or the washstand, it is proposed that the movement mechanism comprise an electrically operated drive element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for concealing a cleaning device such as a toilet plunger within a toilet flush tank. A modified toilet plunger has been designed to include a hinge so that the plunger cup can pivot on the end of the plunger handle, thereby taking up less space. The folded toilet plunger is secured to the inside of the toilet flush tank by a holder, preferably on the toilet flush tank cover, so that the toilet plunger is readily accessible yet out of sight and will drain into the toilet flush tank after use.

Abstract: A toilet seat cover and back support includes a hinge connecting the back support to the rear of the toilet bowl cover and a guide is provided in the cabinet for the seat cover to maintain the back support in an upright position when the seat cover is lowered.

Abstract: A washing nozzle of a toilet device has a flat part in its tip, and a jet hole for jetting washing water is provided in the flat part. The flat part and a tubular main body are monolithically joined together by a continuous face. This washing nozzle is manufactured by deep-drawing a thin sheet metal material and providing the flat part in its tip. Besides, a flow adjusting member for adjusting a flow of the washing water is internally inserted. These nozzles are stable in their jet directions, further crud is difficult to adhere thereto, and they are easy to be cleaned.

Abstract: A pool system includes a pool and a plurality of baffle boards configured to simulate the effect of swimming in a larger pool. The plurality of baffle boards includes a combination of pop-out knobs and push-in knobs adapted to mate with corresponding portions of one or more interior walls of the pool. An arch is attached via one or more attachments to the pool and is configured to suspend a swimmer in an essentially stationary position within the pool using a body strap.

Abstract: A novel adjustable rod mounting system including a rod having at least one hollow end and at least one attachment plug being attached to a support structure and extending into the hollow end. The attachment plug is configured to be attached to a support structure, and extend within the at least one hollow end.

Abstract: A grab bar assembly includes a grab bar, a mounting flange and an annular cover. A connective block with a bolt hole thereof is fixed on inner side of an end surface of the grab bar. An axial columnar projection with a central insertion hole is arranged on the mounting flange. The central insertion hole forms a countersunk end on the bottom of the mounting flange. When being assembled, the end surface of the grab bar connects with the columnar projection of the mounting flange. An inner hexagonal countersunk screw inserts through the central insertion hole from the countersunk end on the bottom of the mounting flange and threads into the bolt hole of the connective block on the end surface of the grab bar so as to fasten the grab bar with the mounting flange. Then the annular cover is assembled with the mounting flange by the inner thread threaded with the outer thread so as to make the annular cover fix on the mounting flange firmly and shield the mounting flange.

Abstract: A drain apparatus includes an entry section for being coupled to a source of fluid, an exit section for being coupled to a drain, a cleanout section for receiving pressure, and a valve system. In a first mode of the valve system, a first path between the entry system and the exit section is open. In a second mode, a second path between the cleanout section and the exit section is open while the first path is blocked.

Abstract: A patient transfer apparatus including an inflatable mattress, alternatively with a rigid top board with a patient restraint system on which a patient can be placed, when patient immobilization is required. A portable cart is included with a chamber for storage of a plurality of mattresses. The cart also has a gas/air blower and power supply system for empowering the blower. The power system includes provision for drawing power from line AC/DC, and has a rechargeable battery and charger for maintaining the battery by connecting the supply to the line AC/DC. The mattress has a perforated bottom surface for exit of air to provide an air cushion, and is constructed with a white top surface and a dark bottom surface for optimum recognition of contamination, and identification of the bottom surface which must be placed downward. The cart is coated with an antimicrobial substance to minimize the risk of contaminants.

Abstract: The BPRS System is a medical device for raising or lowering the upper section of the body of an invalid patient, and for turning said patient to a sitting position on the side of the bed and back to the lying position. Said device has three members which correspond to the lower, middle and upper sections of the human body. The upper member is raised or lowered either manually or with the use of a means that can safely raise or lower the upper section of the body of the invalid patient weighing as much as 400 pounds.

Abstract: A nestably stackable bedding foundation assembly replaces the traditional border wire and disposed coil spring foundation assembly in a so-called box spring. The foundation assembly may be nestably stacked with numerous other such assemblies for transportation, thereby avoiding the need to compress and tie the assembly for shipping. Each foundation assembly includes a number of corrugated support wires having alternating peaks and valleys. The valleys of selected support wires are twisted relative to their associated peaks to provide a more stable mounting to a base and offer a variety of firmness to specific zones of the assembly.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a blanket having at least one snap stick inserted into or onto the blanket to maximize the surface area of the blanket that contacts the user.

Abstract: An instrument table for placement on an operating table on which a patient rests during a medical procedure includes a planar portion having a top surface and a bottom surface, the planar portion having a width less than the width of the operating table, at least one support coupled to the bottom surface of the planar portion for supporting the instrument table on the operating table, and a radiation shield, coupled to at least one of the planar portion and the at least one support.

Abstract: A connector apparatus for connecting an air supply unit and a mattress or cushion.

Abstract: The multi-purpose rescue tool includes a pair of opposed jaw members pivoted together so that the working end portions of the jaw members move toward and away from each other. A pair of handles extends from each jaw member such that the handles can move about a pivot axis for opening and closing the jaw members. One handle includes a pry bar for prying open windows and doors, a socket wrench for closing water/gas valves, and a seat belt cutter for cutting restraining harnesses. The other handle includes a glass punch for breaking glass and a spanner wrench for performing a variety of operations including connecting/disconnecting fire hoses and opening fire hydrants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to textile sheetlike constructions having an enhanced watertightness and also to a process for producing them. It was found that, surprisingly, the watertightness of porous textile sheetlike constructions is enhanced when a coating of hydrophobic particles having an average particle size in the range from 0.02 to 100 ?m is applied to the surfaces of the fibers. The textile sheetlike constructions can be used for example as textile building materials or for producing tents, umbrellas or the like.

Abstract: A process for mercerising unconstrained cellulosic fibres comprises transporting the fibres along a transit path through a mercerising zone in which the fibres are contacted with a mercerising liquid, followed by a rinsing zone, in which the fibres are rinsed, wherein the unconstrained cellulosic fibres are held to prevent longitudinal shrinkage during transportation through both zones. The fibres, such as cotton fibres in sliver form, may be held by being pressed between a pair of belts through the zones. Apparatus for conducting the process contains a mercerising zone and a rinsing zone, and a conveyor comprising a pair of surfaces such as belt surfaces for holding the fibres to prevent shrinkage. The belts may be slightly elastic and under tension to slightly stretch the fibres. The belts wind around rollers separated a short distance apart to maintain tension on the belt and on the fibres therebetween.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to symmetrical cationic diazo compounds of formula (I) below, their resonance forms, and also their acid addition salts and their solvates: wherein W1 radicals, which are identical, are chosen from a halogen atom, or an —NR4-Ph-NR5R6, —NR4-Ph-OR7, —O-Ph-OR7 or —O-Ph-NR5R6 group or else an —NR5R6 or —OR7 group with certain provisos; L, a non-cationic linker connecting the two identical azo chromophores, is chosen from a covalent bond; an optionally substituted C1-C40 alkyl radical optionally interrupted by a (hetero)cycle, the alkyl radical being optionally interrupted by at least one heteroatom or group comprising at least one heteroatom or an optionally substituted phenyl radical. The disclosure further relates to dyeing compositions comprising such compounds as a direct dye in a medium appropriate for the dyeing of keratin fibers, and also to a method of coloring keratin fibers that employs this composition, and a device comprising a plurality of compartments.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a process for dyeing keratinous fibers comprising applying to the keratinous fibers at least one oxidation dyeing composition which comprises at least one oxidation base and at least one aromatic coupler substituted in the meta position by two amino groups, at least one of the amino group being primary, and washing the fibers, thus colored, with at least one detergent composition comprising at least one non-ionic surfactant chosen from alkylpolyglycoside surfactants and polyglycerolated surfactants.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is the use of at least one compound chosen from porphyrin compounds and phthalocyanin compounds for dyeing human keratin materials. Further disclosed herein is a composition comprising, in a suitable dyeing medium, at least one compound chosen from porphyrin compounds and phthalocyanin compounds as at least one direct dye, and also to a ready-to-use composition comprising this at least one direct dye. Further disclosed herein is a dyeing process using the composition or the ready-to-use composition, and also to a device for implementing this process. Finally, disclosed herein are phthalocyanin compounds per se.

Abstract: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one mono N-oxide derivative of 5-membered heteroaromatic compounds and derivatives thereof. 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one N-oxides of six-membered rings with one or two nitrogen atoms keratin dyeing compound. 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one N-oxide derivative of bicyclic 5-6 heteroaromatic compounds with a ring junction N (0:1, 1:0 & 1:1) and derivatives thereof. 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one bicyclic 5-5 (1:2) heteroaromatic N-oxide keratin dyeing compound and derivatives thereof. 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one N-oxide derivatives of bicyclic 5-5 heteroaromatic compounds with a ring junction N (1:0, 1:1, 2:0, 2:1). 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one bicyclic 6-6 (0:1, 0:2, 1:1, 1:2) aza heteroaromatic keratin dyeing compound with one or two N-oxides. 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: Compositions for the oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers, comprising a medium suitable for dyeing and at least one mono- or di-N-oxide derivatives of bicyclic 5-6 (2:0, 3:0, 2:1, 3:1) heteroaromatic compounds and derivatives thereof. 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: The invention concerns a dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres such as hair, comprising in an appropriate dyeing medium, at least a direct cationic colouring agent of specific formula, and characterised in that it further contains at least a quaternary ammonium salt. The invention also concerns methods and devices using said composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to symmetrical cationic diazo compounds of formula (I), the resonance forms, and also the acid addition salts and/or the solvates thereof: The present disclosure further relates to dyeing compositions comprising such compounds as a direct dye in a medium appropriate for the dyeing of keratin fibers, and also to a method of coloring keratin fibers that employs this composition, and a multi-compartment kit containing such compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to dissymmetrical cationic diazo compounds having at least one 4-pyridinium unit and a cationic or non-cationic linker. The disclosure further relates to dyeing compositions comprising these compounds as a direct dye in a medium appropriate for the dyeing of keratin fibers. Further, the disclosure relates to a method of coloring keratin fibers that employs this composition, and a device having a plurality of compartments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to symmetrical cationic diazo compounds of formula (I) below, their resonance forms, and also their acid addition salts and their solvates: in which W1 radicals, which are identical, represent a halogen atom or an —NR4—Ph—NR5R6, —NR4—Ph—OR7, —O—Ph—OR7 or —O—Ph—NR5R6 group; L, a cationic linker connecting the two identical azo chromophores represents a C2-C40 alkyl radical which carries at least one cationic charge and is optionally substituted and/or optionally interrupted by one or more, saturated or unsaturated (hetero)cycles; the linker L containing no azo, nitro, nitroso or peroxo bond. The invention further relates to dyeing compositions comprising such compounds as a direct dye in a medium appropriate for the dyeing of keratin fibres, and also to a method of colouring keratin fibres that employs this composition, and a device having a plurality of compartments.

Abstract: An object is to provide a main tower of a bridge having a rectangle-shaped cross section which can effectively reduce oscillation for wind blowing in the direction normal to the bridge axis. A cross sectional shape of a tower column is a rectangle shape with a direction normal to the bridge axis dimension smaller than a bridge-axis direction dimension. A slit passing through in the direction normal to the bridge axis is formed in a substantially central position, and a ratio of the bridge-axis direction dimension of the slit with respect to the bridge-axis direction dimension of the cross section is between 0.2 and 0.3.

Abstract: Portable wheel chair ramps consist of a platform and ramp sections. The platform and ramp sections are sandblasted. Ramp sections have an extended adjustable legs, (U.S. Pat. No. 6,810,995.). Ramp sections have an extruded locking mechanism underneath that connect one section to others using a specifically designed tube and a configurated J hook. Rails are then connected to extended adjustable legs of ramp sections and secured to each other with an end post and an angle piece of aluminum, then bolted together, insuring the rigidity of the railing system to comply with codes. Bolting the rails together with an inner handrail gives a continuous railing system for the purpose of individuals using a wheel chair to traverse the ramp. Inner rails are secured to the railing system and the leg posts with a bolt, this rail runs the entire length of the ramp on both sides.

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: 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 electric toothbrush is provided. The electric toothbrush has an elongate body having a handle, a head, and a neck extending between the handle and the head. The body has an interior chamber with a motor. A shaft is operatively connected to the motor. A first movable bristle carrier is disposed on the head. The shaft is operatively connected to the first bristle carrier to impart motion thereto. The first bristle carrier has a first composite tuft formed from a plurality of closely spaced bristle tufts and a plurality of second bristle tufts. The second tufts have a height that is greater than a height of the first composite tuft. The bristles of the first composite tuft having free ends and the bristles of the second tufts having free ends.

Abstract: An interdental treatment device, such as a toothbrush, includes a handle configured to accommodate an electric power source, a head carrying an interdental treatment tool, and a neck between the handle and the head. The head or neck includes a mechanical motorized vibratory device, including a drive which causes the head to vibrate. Electrical connections are operably connected to the mechanical vibratory device and the electric power source to power the mechanical vibratory device via the electrical connections. In various embodiments, a switch may be operably connected to at least one of the electrical connections to interrupt power from the power source to the mechanical motorized vibratory device. In various embodiments, a vibration-damping structure dampens vibration transmission from the head to the handle.

Abstract: A marine and pool cleaner for cleaning a surface is provided including a hand held cleaning head assembly for engaging the surface and directing water onto the surface. A drive assembly provides a driving force to the cleaning head assembly, said driving force is transmitted to the cleaning head assembly by a transmission assembly. Water is provided to the hand held cleaning head assembly by a water attachment assembly which couples a water source to the hand held cleaning head assembly.