Abstract: The invention relates to protective clothing or lining for protection against the effects of impacts, blows, gunshots or the like, comprising an inner side facing the person wearing it and an outer side facing away from the object, wherein the outer side consists of at least one layer of a non-tear material while the inner side consists of an elastic, self-supporting, repetitive geometrical structure. The structure is covered on the top by the layer of non-tear material and is open at the bottom, the structure forming a continuous system of air chambers which are closed from one another by walls.

Abstract: A pedestrian air bag device includes a housing for at least one air bag; an attachment connected to the housing for attachment to a pedestrian; the air bag(s) contained with a compressed gas chamber for release of compressed gas into and deployment of the air bag(s); and sensor(s) and release mechanism connected to the compressed gas chamber for opening it in response to the sensor(s) sensing a predetermined change in a physical characteristic, such as a predetermined change that is selected from the group consisting of an angle change of a predetermined angle, an altitude change of a predetermined altitude characteristic, or a combination thereof For example, it may be a predetermined change in an angle of at least 45 degrees. Alternatively, it could be a predetermined altitude characteristic change could be a decrease in gravitational pull or a negative difference in actual altitude measurements.

Abstract: One kind of raincoat preventing water dripping by shrinking itself is an extra piece of waterproof cloth, the size and style of which are the same as any kind of raincoats from its shoulder to the waist at its rear, it be sewed, bound or welded at the raincoat's rear except the waist side, which is sewed with one side of the zipper's tape instead, and the other side of the zipper's tape is sewed at the rear part of the raincoat.

Abstract: A customizable protective athletic jacket is disclosed. Specifically, a jacket with a construction which maximizes protection through the composition of various layers while maximizing comfort and flexibility through the proper selection of layer materials is disclosed. Further, methods providing for minimally destructive maintenance and customizing are also disclosed.

Abstract: A protective glove extends upward from the wrist at least partway toward the elbow but is partially removable from the thumb and four fingers by a seam extending across the back of the hand. The seam is preferably secured with a watertight closure such as a loop and hook fabric fastening strip, a zipper and the like. The glove preferably includes an insulating fabric liner, such as wool or polypropylene fabric, for use in skiing or snow sports. Alternatively, the entire glove may be formed of a non-porous foamed elastic fabric, such as neoprene, for water sports.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a glove made of an elastomeric central fabric in the palm area of the hand such that different portions of the glove attached to the central fabric stretch with the fabric, so as to provide a snug fit on the hand. Additional features of the exemplary embodiments are disclosed herein.

Abstract: A glove is provided that contains a low adhesion layer to minimize the difficulties that can be associated with handling pressure sensitive adhesive containing products, such as pressure sensitive medical tapes, while wearing the glove.

Abstract: A composition for a damp hand donnable glove using a novel coating. The novel coating results in the formulation of domains of variable size and height. The coating has a polyurethane polymer, and aqueous dispersion and a surfactant.

Abstract: A manufacture of a cap decoration of multi-layer 3D effect refers to stacking up multi-layer materials, such as denim, twill, weave fabric, knit fabric, elastic fabric, leather, polyurethane (PU), transparent PU (TPU), paper, silicon, and plastic, via integrally adhering or sewing the layers together, such that the layer materials, which may have various colors but the same material, the same color but various materials, various colors and materials or the same color and material, can be combined to form a base board. Subsequently, by way of a cutting mold or computerized laser, the base board is cut to form cut pieces of specific shapes, thereby sewing single or pluralities of the cut pieces to the cap to accomplish a visual effect of multi-layer colors or materials that the side edges of the cut pieces would present. Combination of the present invention to the cap would make the cap enriched of feelings of novelty, vividness and uniqueness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modular electrical headwear systems for use in charging electrical devices and operating electrical devices on an article of headwear. One embodiment includes utilizing a photovoltaic cell on the visor of a hat to generate solar electricity. A battery is disposed on the backstrap of the hat for storing solar electricity and providing existing electricity to a variety of electrical devices. Various chargers, lights, fans, motorized objects, etc may be located on an article of headwear and utilize some form of electrical current for operation. An electrical charger may used to charge a user's cell phone while they wear the article of headwear. Various electrical components may be releasably secured to an article of headwear to allow a user to interchange, upgrade, add, and remove components from a personalized electrical headwear system.

Abstract: Headwear that incorporates a stylish scarf. A first embodiment includes an adjustable headband, which headband includes a removable styling scarf. A second embodiment includes a conventional baseball type cap having a crown and a beak. A styling scarf is attached to the rear of the cap and extends downwardly therefrom. Hook and loop fasteners are attached to the crown for tying the scarf in a preferred position. A third embodiment includes an opening in the crown to accommodate a ponytail.

Abstract: A face mask for covering the nose and mouth of a user in cold weather. The face mask includes a triangular-shaped exterior fabric layer having an interior surface, and an exterior surface; and a triangular-shaped interior insulation layer having an interior surface, and an exterior surface. The face mask further includes connecting means for connecting the fabric layer to the insulation layer such that each of the interior surfaces face each other and each of the first, second and third perimeter edges are aligned, respectively, to form a face mask. The face mask also includes securing means in the form of hook and loop fastener strips mounted on opposite upper corners of the fabric and insulation layers; and a holding pouch and flap being fixedly connected to a centrally located position on the exterior surface of the insulation layer.

Abstract: A covering apparatus includes a body having a closed first end and an open second end defining an opening, the body being sized to fit over human footwear. The body is disposable and is operable to prevent contaminants of the wearer from exiting the body after being donned on the footwear.

Abstract: A detachable ear protector (13) for attachment to a helmet (11) having a chin strap (25). The ear protector comprising a support member (35), a rigid protective outer cover (37) and an inner pocket (39). The support member (35) being shaped to cover an ear of a wearer of the helmet. The outer cover (37) being formed of material resistant to high impact and integrally formed with the support member (35) to provide a high impact protective region covering a major portion of the support member (35) on the outer side. The inner pocket (39) being formed of resilient ear contacting material attached to the inner periphery of the support member (35) defining an inner recess (61) to proximately accommodate the pinna of the wearer's ear within the pocket. The pocket (39) being partly attached to the side edges of the support member (35) to define a pair of openings. One opening (63) is disposed at the bottom of the support member (35) and another opening (65) is disposed at the top of the support member.

Abstract: A sports activity protection apparatus and method of use. The apparatus of the present invention is characterized by a multi-layer padded member and a belt member. The padded member is shaped to offer protection of the abdominal area, including the solar plexus and upper groin region. The padded member contains different layers for absorbing and distributing shock, ensuring flexibility, and providing for a lightweight apparatus. Individual layers are comprised of air-filled bladders, a low density material, foam material, and nylon or similar material. The belt member, preferably comprised of an elastic material, extends between each end of the padded member to be secured about the waist of the user.

Abstract: An automatic control system for an exhaust fan of a room having a water dispensing conduit is disclosed. The system includes a control module that controls delivery of electricity to the exhaust fan to activate and deactivate the exhaust fan, and a sensor suitable for mounting on the water dispensing conduit. The sensor senses temperature of the water dispensing conduit and when a temperature above a predetermined temperature value is reached on the water dispensing conduit, the sensor transmits a control signal to the control module. The temperature increase is due to hot water flowing though the water dispensing conduit (e.g., a shower pipe). Upon receipt of the control signal, the control module activates the exhaust fan for a user selectable time period.

Abstract: The object of this invention is an aspirating apparatus particularly for toilets (10). This apparatus comprises an aspirator (11), operationally in the inlet connected to the outlet pipe (12) from the flush box (13) of a toilet bowl (14) and in the outlet to the outside of the bathroom or the toilet housing the toilet bowl (14). In one of the embodiments this aspirator (11) is operationally connected in the outlet to the part of the outfall sewer conduit (16) of the toilet bowl (14) placed downstream the siphon (17) of same bowl (14). In this embodiment the apparatus (10) comprises furthermore flow interception means (18) placed between this part of the outfall sewer conduit (16) of the toilet bowl (14) and the outlet pipe (12) from the flush box (13).

Abstract: The dispenser comprises, for containing active substance (R) in the liquid state, a bottle (11) having an exit mouth (12) and supported by a support means (20) in an inverted position, with its mouth (12) facing downwards in a position subjected to the action of the flushing water flow. The support means (20) comprises, for containing the active substance, a reservoir (21) located in a position subjected to the action of the flushing water flow and arranged to receive the mouth (12) of the bottle, and a member (30) positioned in said containing reservoir (21) to close the mouth (12) of the bottle (11), an active substance descent passageway (35) enabling the active substance to descend in a gauged manner into the containing reservoir (21), and a ventilation passage which, when in use, connects the internal chamber of the bottle (11) to the ambient air, the containing reservoir (21) defines a volume for containing a quantity of active substance which closes said active substance descent passageway (35).

Abstract: In one aspect of the subject invention, a spacer is provided for supporting a closet flange above a sub-flooring, the closet flange having a pipe section and an annular flange extending radially outwardly from the pipe section. The spacer includes a disc-shaped body having spaced apart first and second faces, and spaced apart inner and outer edges extending between the first and second faces. The inner edge defines an opening extending through the body, the opening sized to permit passage therethrough of the pipe section of the closet flange but not the annular flange of the closet flange. The outer edge is generally smooth and arcuate. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a spacer is provided usable with a closet flange to provide elevation thereof.

Abstract: The pool and bathtub cushion is a padded mat for protecting against injuries that are often sustained against pool or bathtub edges. A first end of the pool cushion is secured outside of the pool through the use of fasteners or weights and the second end is secured to the interior vertical pool wall through the use of suction cups. A middle section of the cushion contains a cavity that is filled with a pliable structural support member, such as wire mesh. The cushion is placed over the edge of the swimming pool so that the support member completely encompasses the swimming pool edge. The support member allows the cushion to conform to an edge of any shape. The bathtub cushion is the same, but with suction cups along both ends of the cushion for attachment to the tub wall.

Abstract: A system for supplying useful-to-human-body substances into a human body utilizing a sauna space, comprising a sauna room being used by one or a plurality of users, a section for supporting at least the waist and the back of a user in the sauna room, a high-temperature steam or the like supply section for supplying high-temperature micro-particles or steam of about 60° C. or above, and a low-temperature mist supply section for atomizing a low-temperature liquid of about 30° C. or below containing substances having actions useful for the human body, e.g. a nourishing/restoring action, an immunity activating action, an organism conditioning action, or the like through ultrasonic vibration and discharging the atomized liquid toward the face of the user.

Abstract: A retrofit shower system including a shower pan formed of a drain hub having an aperture for receiving plumbing for a drain hole and several separate quadrants. The quadrants are seamed together and seamed to the drain hub to create a shower floor. Each quadrants is formed with support rails on the bottom that get smaller in depth as the support rails get closer to the drain hub. The resulting shower floor has an angle towards the drain hub to allow water to properly drain in the shower. Coved sidewall components are provided including at least two corner-coved walls and at least two coved wall connectors. The sidewall components are seamed to the shower floor. Wall panels and a shower ceiling may also be provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a patient transfer system with associated patient support frames, lift carts, lifts, carts, and other accessories for use therewith. The support frames of the present invention as depicted in the exemplary embodiments are designed to: (a) provide rigidity (exoskeleton) to the human body for positioning to provide stability for purposes of transferring, lifting and/or transporting the subject via a mobile device, such as a powered lift device; (b) a male/female coupling for coupling to a tine or other carriage mechanism of a lifting device thereto for the purpose of moving or lifting the subject; and/or (c) be used as a support or frame that will interact with the body as an exoskeleton to aid with the activities of daily living.

Abstract: A cross member that can be used with a bed frame or bed rails to provide support for a box spring and mattress. The cross member is attachable to the side rail of the bed by a snap-in system where the ends of the cross member are comprised of slide ends that interfit into receptacles located along the side rails. A leg is used to support a bed frame member that is self adjusting by a mechanism that can be unlocked by a person to drop the leg downwardly by gravity to contact the floor and is then lockable in that extended length.

Abstract: This invention is intended to provide shock absorption relief for a standard hospital gurney/stretcher through the use of a spring, gas or air shock absorber mounted within each of the structural support legs of the gurney, and to accomplish a less bumpy ride throughout the patient's hospital experience.

Abstract: A system for transporting an nonambulatory patient including a mattress having longitudinal sides and a bottom surface and a panel having longitudinal side edges, a head end edge, and a bottom surface coated with a low coefficient of friction coating. The panel is positioned below the bottom surface of the mattress, and includes a plurality of side straps extending outwardly from the longitudinal side edges in spaced relation to one another. A handle is located along at least one edge of the panel. The side straps are wrapped around the mattress so as to cause the mattress to curl so that the longitudinal sides are moved upwardly to thereby form a central longitudinal pocket suitable for cradling a patient positioned upon the mattress. The head end handle is then pulled to drag the curled mattress and the panel along a surface upon the low coefficient of friction coating.

Abstract: A covering blanket has a plurality of straps for securing a patient against movement. The straps are of the hook and eye type and are connectable to a back board, stretcher or other apparatus. A stabilizing sheet with stabilizing rods can be connected to the covering blanket and define a means for transporting a patient.

Abstract: In an existing pillow, when the user makes a return to on-the-back lying from on-the-side lying, a strain forms in a region associated with on-the-side lying, so that an elasticity-less material, such as chaff, pipes or the like cannot perfectly adjust the sinking of the pillow under the weight of the neck. The inventive pillow consists of a total three divisions, one for the neck and two for the head. Thus, even if the user moves from on-the-side lying to on-the-back lying, the head and neck enter the recesses in the three divisions, thus eliminating the possibility of a strain forming in a region associated with on-the side-lying.

Abstract: An inflatable product includes an inflatable body with a recess. A pump matching the recess is installed in the recess. Whereby, the inflatable body and pump are integrated together, and it is very convenient to use and carry. Furthermore, the pump is concealed in the inflatable bed, giving the inflatable bed an attractive appearance.

Abstract: A multi-purpose tool that functions as a linear hammer and as a screwdriver. The tool has a handle which defines a passageway therethrough. A guide tube extends through the channel and a rod is positioned in the guide tube. A spring surrounds the guide tube within the channel and a depth adjuster is attached to a first end of the rod. A bushing encircles the guide tube adjacent an end of the handle distal from the depth adjuster, thereby securing the guide tube within the handle.

Abstract: A fabric article treatment composition comprising a polar solvent and a hydrophobic surfactant, wherein the composition is miscible in a lipophilic fluid is provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dyes of the general formula (1): where R1 to R3, M, X and Q are each as defined in claim 1, processes for their preparation and their use.

Abstract: A reinforced handle comprising a handle housing with one or more support ribs positioned on the inside surface of the handle housing and a reinforcing insert positioned adjacent to the support ribs, wherein the reinforcing insert has a preferable shape selected from one of the following group of an elongated bar with a U-shaped channel, a rod with a U-shaped channel, or a hollow cylinder. The reinforced handle can be used with a cleaning system containing a cleaning head assembly.

Abstract: The invention relates to a handle body for body care implements, such as toothbrushes, hairbrushes, razors, etc. having a skeleton form base structure formed from a hard component for supporting at least one soft component. The base structure includes a grip part with an elongate, spinal core arranged in the grip with protruding extensions in the form of ribs and/or stump-like raised parts that form open spaces filled with the soft component.

Abstract: A floor mat having a base that includes a plurality of alternating fibrous strips and impervious strips and surrounded by a frame. The base is substantially continuous across its entire width and length, having no openings from its upper surface through to its lower surface. The impervious strips include a plurality of spaced apart rows of spaced apart bosses. The gaps formed between the spaced apart bosses become closed-bottom wells in which water, snow and particles of dirt scraped from the underside of shoes can accumulate.

Abstract: A windshield wiper arrangement has a windshield wiper blade coupled thereto. A resilient windshield wiper blade support has a primary beam (405) coupled in a coupling region of the primary beam (405). A first compliant beam portion (406) is formed of three compliant sections arranged as an end-point triangle. A second compliant beam structure (404) is arranged as a triangle. A third compliant beam (402) structure is formed as a triangle with a portion of the primary beam forming a leg of the triangle.

Abstract: A mop wringer and handle stabilizer for a mop bucket fitted with a mop wringer and a bucket handle, which stabilizer includes a bracket mounted on or shaped in the mop wringer and having a lip for receiving and tensioning the bucket handle and stabilizing the mop wringer on the mop bucket. A handle bend is optionally provided in the bucket handle for receiving the mop handle of a mop located in the mop bucket and stabilizing the mop in the mop bucket and a wringer handle adaptor is attached to the mop wringer compression handle and is configured and located to optionally receive and stabilize the mop handle when the mop is located in the mop wringer.

Abstract: An exhausting apparatus of a motor assembly comprises a motor assembly generating a suction force and having an air outlet; a motor housing enclosing the motor assembly and having an air discharging opening for exhausting air via the air outlet; and a porous noise prevention board configured in the exhausting passage formed by the motor housing. The motor housing has a porous noise prevention part at least at a portion, and at least a part of air discharging from the air outlet passes through the noise prevention part. As such, a noise can be reduced when air is discharged.

Abstract: A cleaning appliance vacuum cleaner includes a main body having a rear portion and a roller structure such as side wheels arranged to allow the main body to travel across a floor surface. In normal use, the rear portion is spaced from the floor surface. The rear portion carries a wheel arranged so that, if the main body is tilted so that the rear portion is brought towards the floor, the wheel contacts the floor surface. Thus, the cleaner may be used in a tipped-back position without causing damage to the floor surface as the cleaner is dragged along by the user by a hose attached to the main body. The size and position of the wheel is determined so that, when the cleaner is tipped back, the center of gravity of the main body acts to return the main body to an upright position.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner having a suction brush; a cleaner body detachably mounted on an upper portion of the suction brush and having a suction fan for generating a suction force and a dust receptacle for collecting dust therein; and first and second cable units mounted in the suction brush and the cleaner body, respectively. The first and the second cable units are connected so that electricity is applied to the suction brush when the vacuum cleaner is used with the cleaner body mounted on the upper portion of the suction brush, and disconnected so that the electricity is shut off with respect to the suction brush when only the cleaner body is used, being separated from the suction brush.

Abstract: A soft-surface remediation (SSR) device and method of remediating soft surfaces using preferably forced air is disclosed. The device is lightweight, and easy-to-use and preferably includes an outer housing with an optional corner pickup region and a removable cover, an inner housing, a motor housing for housing a fan assembly, an optional disposal catch mechanism, an optional mounted delivery device, a first air channel with an air outlet, a second air channel with an air inlet, and a return air channel in close proximity to the disposal mechanism. The method of performing soft-surface remediation preferably includes use of this SSR device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a suction attachment (9) for a vacuum cleaner. The attachment comprises a suction nozzle (11) and a coupling member (21) by means of which the attachment can be coupled to a suction channel (15) of the vacuum cleaner. The coupling member is pivotable relative to the suction nozzle about a pivot axis (33) which extends perpendicularly to a main displacement direction (X) of the attachment. The suction nozzle comprises a first brush (47) and a second brush (51) which extend near, respectively, a front edge (41) and a rear edge (43) of the suction nozzle (11). The suction nozzle further comprises an adjustment mechanism (55, 57) by means of which the first and the second brush can be adjusted from a first position, in which the first and the second brush are in a retracted position relative to a bottom surface (45) of the suction nozzle, into a second position, in which the first and the second brush are in a protruding position relative to said bottom surface.

Abstract: The satellite dish and rain gutter cleaning system is comprised of connecting PVC pipe and attachments for a standard air compressor, shop vacuum, or leaf blower. The system removes snow, leaves, and dirt with forced air.

Abstract: Abstract: A fluid levitating caster lifts a heavy load “(17)” off a floor “(18)” with near friction-less-ness for transport has integrated a load lifting device. This extra rise height “(ER)” lifting feature accommodates moving loads “(17)” which have flexible-sagging frames, over uneven floors “(18)”, and which have frames that are not parallel to floor “(18)”. An inflatable bellows “(22)” design of the load lifting device receives its pressurization from fluid levitating caster, and additionally serves as a dampening reservoir to reduce hopping-pressure surges inherent in fluid levitating casters.

Abstract: A retractable handle assembly for a luggage includes an outer pipe, an intermediate pipe, an inner pipe, and a control handle. Each of the inner pipe and the intermediate pipe has a bottom end provided with a support seat and a locking device. The support seat includes a housing and an end cap. The locking device includes at least one press member, at least one locking pin, and at least one positioning pin. Thus, the inner pipe and the intermediate pipe are positioned exactly and stably so that the inner pipe and the intermediate pipe will not slip when the retractable handle assembly is folded and expanded, thereby facilitating a user operating the retractable handle assembly.

Abstract: A hinge has a shaft, a rotating bracket, a stationary bracket, a rotating positioning element and a stationary positioning element. The rotating bracket is mounted securely on the shaft and is attached to a cover of an electrical appliance. The stationary bracket is mounted around the shaft and is attached to a base of the electrical appliance. The rotating positioning element is mounted securely on the shaft and has two positioning protrusions. The stationary positioning element is mounted securely on the stationary bracket and has two positioning detents. The positioning detents selectively engage the positioning protrusions to keep the cover from bumping against the base.

Abstract: A spring hinge using clutch structure for eyeglasses of the invention includes a hinge bracket, a end-meshing element, a central-meshing element; a hinge cannula, a resilient element received in the hole of the central-meshing element; a fixing element; and a slide bush. The present invention uses the clutch structure to retain engagement by the pressure of a spring to achieve an easy and smooth operation during the motion of opening or closing the eyeglasses.

Abstract: A rotation limiting mechanism is proposed for connecting a base and a pedestal body of a display. The base includes at least one supporting portion. The rotation limiting mechanism includes a fixing member and at least one rotation adjusting member. The fixing member can be connected to the base. The rotation adjusting member includes a pedestal body connecting portion for being connected to the pedestal body, a rotating portion pivoted on the fixing member, and a limiting portion for correspondingly limiting an angle of forward or backward tilt of the supporting portion. By such arrangement, a simplified structure can be provided.

Abstract: A handle is disclosed. The handle is for use with a utensil or tool such as a pan or other cookware. The handle comprises a core and may comprise a grip. The core comprises a base mounting portion coupled to the base and a grip portion including a first member and a second member spaced apart from the first member. Each of the first and second members include a vertical dimension greater than its horizontal dimensions. Bridge portions may extend between the first and second spaced apart members. The grip at least partially surrounds the grip mounting portion and may be overmolded to the core or slid on as a sleeve.

Abstract: A tie provides for the bundling of one or more articles. A deformable tie has an elongate strap including an elongate tail at one end and a locking head at the other end. The locking head includes a pair of holding tabs defining a passageway therethrough and slot spaced from the holding tabs having a raised wall. The tie is placed about the articles to be bundled. The tail is inserted through the passageway of the holding tabs in a first direction. The tail is then passed through the slot in the first direction. The tail is bent around the raised slot wall so as to extend in a second direction opposite the first direction. The tail is then passed through the passageway of the holding tab in the second direction and the tail is bent around the holding tab so as to extend back in the first direction.