Abstract: Reactive protective armors for diverting hitting bullets, shrapnel and small shells away from a trooper's helmet, vest and/or away from the skin of vehicles, planes, helicopters or marine vessels are described. The protective armor consists of multiplicity of reactive units, which cover the protected object like tiles. Each reactive unit includes tiny explosives on one side and parallel hinges opposite to the explosives. The hitting armament detonates the explosive, which in turn rotate the plate, thus diverting the bullet away from the protected object. Another embodiment of the reactive-protective unit is a pressurized cell full with noninflammable fluid or gel. In this case the protected object is covered with multiple pressurized cells. When a bullet or shrapnel punctures the skin of the cell the fluid or gel bursts and pushes the bullet away from the protected object. It is important to mention that the bullet activate only one unit, living the other units intact and ready to take other hits.

Abstract: Disclosed is a napkin holder for easy use and easy carrying. A napkin holder comprises a neck band and the fixing holes are positioned at both end portions of the neck band to hold a napkin, a bib or a towel. The fixing holes may be formed in assorted sizes and various shapes to fix the. napkin, bib and towel, and the neck band may be formed using rubber material like silicone or plastics like soft PVC so that the napkin holder may be formed using elastic materials and used semi-permanently.

Abstract: A sanitary covering designed to be releasably secured to a portion of a child's clothing during mealtime to protect the child's clothing from food and drink spillage. The sanitary covering includes a first and second layer. The first layer is configured to retain and absorb the food and drink spillage that occurs thereon. The second layer is configured to prohibit the propagation of material on the first layer onto the adjacent portion of child's clothing. The sanitary covering further includes an attachment mechanism that functions to releasably secured the sanitary covering to the desired portion of child or child's clothing while the child is engaged in eating or drinking.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel pattern of men's undergarment (underwear, undergarment t-shirt) intended for an ability of the wearer to have an upper wear article of clothing to be worn without the underwear being exposed from underneath the upper wear garment when the two are worn together. The present invention's undergarment's neckline pattern has a low (round, boat slit, crew, etc.) neck opening with the neckline border line extended out towards shoulders and down towards the chest and the back so that when the upper garment, shirt and the like is put on (worn) over, the invented undergarment from its neckline's border downward and sideward is out of sight.

Abstract: The flashlight glove is a hand glove having at least a glove back portion and fingers having an LED flashlight held in a pocket of elastic web material located on the glove back portion. The LED flashlight is substantially contained within the pocket with the face facing toward said glove back portion, the actuation switch and extender button extending toward the glove back portion. The pocket is dimensioned so as to allow the extender button and actuation switch to remain in an inactive extended position upon the glove back portion and fingers being in a rest position with the wearer's palm open. The pocket is of material of such elasticity to force the extender button and actuation switch into a closed position upon the wearer clenching a partial fist and thereby stretching the pocket against the back of said LED flashlight.

Abstract: A headwear piece has a crown defining a surface for engaging a wearer's head and a rim projecting away from the crown. The crown surface has a variable effective diameter. The crown has a rope defined by a plurality of elongate elements each having an actual length and interconnected with each other with the rope in a first state so as to define a shorter effective length extending around at least a portion of the crown. The plurality of elongate elements are extendable by exerting a tensile lengthwise force on the rope to place the rope in a second state. The rope at least one of (a) defines at least a part of the crown surface and (b) bears against a wall that defines at least a part of the crown surface.

Abstract: An Ergonomic Bed/Slipper-Sock (EBSS) combines a sock component with a sole component that may be shock-absorbing, integrated medium-density, highly flexible and slip-resistant. The sock component can be integrated (pre-vulcanized) with inserts to prevent the twisting or turning of the EBSS when worn on a foot of a user. The sole component may ergonomically conform to the anatomy of the foot and be fabricated from a variety of materials.

Abstract: A safe protective sports helmet is provided which includes a hat body, the hat body is provided therein with a circle of head encircling means, and is provided rotatably thereon with a rotatable adjusting button. The head encircling means and the rotatable adjusting button are movably connected with each other. By rotating the rotatable adjusting button, the head encircling means can be adjusted to fit the head size of a user.

Abstract: A ski goggle with a digital sound playing system, a ski theme park and a ski slope having specially designed music transmitted over each slope.

Abstract: The Draggin' Rescue Device (DRD) is designed to assist in the removal of injured Law Enforcement, Military or Tactical personnel from a hostile environment. The DRD greatly improves upon traditional methods. The DRD reduces the number of people required to carry out a rescue while speeding up the process at the same time.

Abstract: The toilet seat lift bar is a unique invention. It is a rectangular bar that Attaches underneath the toilet seat to help lift or lower the toilet seat without touching the toilet seat itself. It will be very beneficial for all Ages, especially for small children who are potty training.

Abstract: An adjustable two-piece toilet comprises a tank and a base having a tank mounting platform. The tank mounting platform is provided with a water inlet slot and at least two fastener slots. The tank is provided with a water outlet sized and shaped to fit the water inlet slot and at least two fastener holes. The tank is operatively connectable to the base by fasteners installed in the fastener holes and fastener slots such that the tank is infinitely adjustable relative to the base between a forward position and a rearward position.

Abstract: An apparatus for dislodging a blocked plumbing system and method of use are disclosed. In one form, an apparatus for dislodging a plumbing system via a drain receptacle includes a substrate shaped to cover a portion of a drain receptacle. The substrate includes an exterior edge having a shape substantially similar to the drain receptacle and a top portion and a bottom portion and a hole extending through the substrate. A gasket is coupled to the exterior edge of the substrate and operable to create a substantially airtight seal between the drain receptacle and the substrate. The apparatus includes a valve extending through a portion of the hole and coupled to the top portion of the substrate and the valve selectively is operable to provide an open state and a closed state. The closed state provides a substantially airtight seal between a void volume and a vacuum source and the open state enabling a fluid communication path between the vacuum source and the void volume.

Abstract: A pump having a vessel with a hollow interior. An adaptor may be associated with the vessel and include an opening that facilitates selective flow of fluid relative to the interior. A piston may be slidably mounted within the vessel's interior and movable relative to the adaptor. The pump may also include a piston actuator having a first actuator end and a second actuator end in which the first actuator end is operably associated with the piston. The second actuator end may extend outside the interior such that the piston actuator is configured for facilitating selectable movement of the piston within the vessel. A valve assembly selectively attachable to the adaptor to facilitate selective flow of fluid relative to the adaptor.

Abstract: A shower drain assembly (10) has a cylindrical portion (12) that fits into the interior of a drain pipe (25) to repair leaking drains.

Abstract: An anti-microbial package is provided that is suitable for use in products, for example, wax gaskets, in which the products themselves obtain enhanced anti-microbial characteristics. One particularly suitable product is a wax gasket ring for a toilet or urinal. The invention can be directed to an anti-microbial package preferably comprising one or more antifungal additives and one or more antibacterial additives, collectively “anti-microbial additives.” The package can also include a solvent suitable for dispersing them, preferably a solvent that is capable of substantially dissolving the one or more fungicide. Products containing the package and methods of producing those products are also provided.

Abstract: An angle adjustable link mechanism for toilets includes a flush handle connected to the tank and a connection extension extends from a shaft of the flush handle. An adjustable assembly includes a first part and a second part which is rotatably connected to the first part. The connection extension is connected to the second part. A link has an end connected to the first part which is pivoted about a common axis with the second part so that the position of the link is set relative to the flush handle by adjustment between the first and second parts.

Abstract: A system for lifting a spa cover lifter. The system includes a pole and a post. The system also includes a first support member and a second support member. The first support member is pivotably connected to the pole. The second support member is pivotably connected to the pole and pivotably connected to the post. The system also includes a first cable connected to the spa cover, a second cable connected to the pole, and a drive mechanism connected to the first and second cables.

Abstract: A spa cover lifter for use with a spa cover. According to various embodiments, the spa cover comprises a first section and a second section pivotably connected to the first section at a hinge interface. The spa cover lifter comprises a drive system, a first cable connected to the drive system, and a post assembly. The post assembly is extendable from a retracted position to an extended position. Also, the first cable is routed by the post assembly. In various embodiments, the spa cover lifter is configured to connect to the spa cover.

Abstract: A spa bath includes at least one spa jet fitting having a front face exposed to the interior of the bath cavity which does not protrude beyond the surface of the bath wall (B) around the spa fitting. Preferably at least a major portion of the front face of the fitting is substantially flush with the surrounding surface of the bath wall. A spa bath fitting includes a front part (2) including a wide diameter front face (1) which is exposed to the interior of the bath when the fitting is mounted in the side wall or base of a bath, a rear part (3) which is positioned on the rear side of the bath wall or base when the fitting is mounted in a bath and with which the front part is threadedly connected, and a back nut (4) mounted on the rear part for fixing the fitting in the bath wall or base.

Abstract: A sink system includes a sink and a storage area receiving and storing matter from the sink. The storage area receives air from the bypass line during a flush. Also, matter from the storage area and sink is vacuumed through a common line during the flush. A valve limits an amount of air supplied by the bypass line such that increased suction is applied to the sink through the common line. The valve may be manually operated or operated by a controller.

Abstract: A recliner has a frame having a pair of longitudinally extending and transversely spaced side beams having confronting inner faces and head and foot ends, a middle cushion on the frame between the ends thereof, a head cushion on the frame at the head ends, and a foot cushion on the frame at the foot ends. Respective head and foot hinges couple the middle cushion to the head and foot cushions for relative pivoting about respective transverse axes. A pair of transversely spaced followers on the middle cushion ride on respective longitudinally extending nonstraight guides on the side-beam inner faces. Supports, e.g. rollers, on the foot end of the frame slidably support the foot cushion thereon. Two rigid arms each have one end pivoted on a respective one of the side-beam head ends and an opposite end pivoted on the head cushion.

Abstract: This patent document discusses assemblies and methods for transferring a subject from a first surface to a second surface. In varying examples, an assembly includes a first roller and a second roller. An assembly frame rotatably supports the rollers and, in some examples, longitudinally extends from a frame first end to a frame second end. A belt is coupled to the first and second rollers in such a matter that the assembly frame is positioned, at least in part, between the rollers and surrounded by the belt. A motor, powered by a power source, is coupled to the belt via the first or second roller. In one such example, the motor is coupled with a portion of a first roller inner surface. In another example, an outer surface of one or both of the rollers include belt driving projections matable with projection receiving portions disposed on a belt underside surface.

Abstract: A stretcher 1 comprises a bed 21 on which a sick or injured person will be laid, legs 22 foldably provided on the bed 21, casters 23 provided at the legs 22, respectively, a tank 10 for storing high-pressure gas, pneumatic cylinders 8 and 9, and intake switches 11 and 13. When the intake switches 11 and 13 are turned ON, high-pressure gas is introduced from the tank 10 into the pneumatic cylinders 8 and 9 so that piston rods 28 are retracted. Thus, the legs 22 are given forces toward deployment so that the bed 21 is given an ascending force.

Abstract: Rockable sleeping compartments attachable to play yards and methods of operating the same are disclosed. A disclosed example includes a play yard and an infant sleeping compartment mounted to the play yard for rocking movement.

Abstract: Clips for securing one or more accessories to a play yard or crib and methods of operating the same are disclosed. A disclosed example includes a first engagement member, a second engagement member, and a first joining member joining the first and second engagement members. The first and second engagement members are joined in a spaced apart relation such that a distance between the first and second engagement members is less than a diameter of the rail.

Abstract: A crib has a base portion, base connector, crib side sections extending from the base portion and crib legs to support the base portion and the crib side sections above the ground. A front stationary crib side middle section, a back stationary crib side middle section and the base connector may be removed to reveal a crib side openings and separate stationary crib side sections may be added to allow the crib to be converted into separate cribs.

Abstract: The invention provides a device for securing a safety net to a crib having at least one wall with a top bar. The device includes an elongated member having an outer surface and an inner surface and further includes an open channel defined along the inner surface and adapted to be coupled to the top bar of the wall. A connecting member is coupled to the outer surface of the elongated member and is adapted to be coupled with an edge of the safety net to secure the safety net to the crib.

Abstract: A joint assembly for a playpen includes a base, two support rods each having an end portion pivotally mounted on the base, and a control device mounted on the base and detachably locked on the two support rods to lock the two support rods on the base and unlock the two support rods from the base. Thus, the playpen can be expanded and folded easily and conveniently by operation of the joint assembly, thereby facilitating a user expanding and folding the playpen.

Abstract: A hammock is described, which has clew ropes which extend from the hammock bed, through spaced apertures in the spreader bars and further extend toward a convergence where they are braided into a conventional “sword mat”, the ends of which are looped over one side of a triangular clew ring, opposite the side to which the clew ropes are attached.

Abstract: A folding cabinet bed is described for providing a piece of furniture that opens to a full-length bed in an attractive chest with a small footprint. The invention comprises a cabinet that houses a mattress, such as a futon, and allows the mattress to be deployed as a bed. The cabinet is deep and tall enough to enclose a folded mattress and of sufficient width to accommodate standard sizes of mattresses. Hinges on the bottom of the front wall of the cabinet enable the cabinet to be opened vertically so that the front wall folds down to a sleeping position. A separate extension panel attached to the front wall further folds out to create a sleeping platform of desire length to accommodate a mattress. Dampers, springs, or other mechanical devices can be installed to assist in raising or lowering the front cabinet wall.

Abstract: The apparatus (10) arranged for enabling a patient handling according to the invention is provided with an electronic unit (2) arranged to enable a suitable patient examination. The patient to be examined is positioned on a patient support table. The patient support table comprises a table top (4a) which can be translated with respect to a table base (4b). In order to operate the apparatus a control means (12) is provided. The control means (12) is electrically connected to a table base connection box (6) by means of a suitable wiring. The apparatus according to the invention is provided with a table top connection box (4c), which is attachable to the table top (4a), preferably at the foot portion of the table top. The wiring to the control means is directed from the table base connection box (6) via the table pedestal (4b) under the table top (4a) to the table top connection box (4c), which is provided with second connection means (4d) providing suitable connectors.

Abstract: A support apparatus (10) for use in supporting a person, particularly a bariatric patient. The apparatus (10) is selectively convertible between a seat configuration for supporting the person in a substantially seated position and a table configuration for supporting the person in a substantially prostrate position. The apparatus (10) is both vertically and angularly adjustable in either configuration. The apparatus (10) includes enhanced lateral support provided by telescoping support cylinders (74,76), and substantially automatically retracting foot support portions (50).

Abstract: A patient immobilization device for immobilizing a patient and performing a diagnostic evaluation of such patient is comprised of a backboard, a structure configured to support the head of a patient on the backboard, and a pupil-sizing indicator positioned on a surface of the support structure to be visually accessible to a person that is visually evaluating the head and face of an immobilized patient on the backboard.

Abstract: A head rest that includes a cushion and a support plate. The facial surface area that contacts the cushion is maximized by using a contoured upper surface for the cushion, a contoured upper surface for the support plate or a combination of both. The head rest also includes a holder for aroma therapy items and a relief mechanism for the occipital nerves.

Abstract: A foot support and abduction assembly includes an abductor-mounted foot support configured for pivotal attachment proximate a foot end of a maternity bed. A calf support assembly, for mounting to the foot support, includes a housing for removably attaching the calf support to the foot support. The housing includes a spring-biased pin for releasably securing the housing to the foot support and at least one mounting stud configured for insertion into a keyhole aperture on the foot support. A calf support portion is adjustably mounted to the housing by a ball-type pivot mount. An adjustment mechanism is provided for selectively fixing the position of the calf support portion relative to the housing. The adjustment mechanism includes a slidable sleeve for locking the ball-type pivot, and a threaded rod or a cam shaft arranged to shift the slidable sleeve.

Abstract: A portable apparatus for changing a baby includes two frames pivotally connected together. The frames may have legs extending therefrom to support the frames. A textile layer extends over the frames as a work surface for changing the baby. The frames are folded toward each other for storage and transport.

Abstract: A support cushion having an inflatable bladder and at least one adjustable strap. The inflatable bladder includes a top portion and at least one side wall portion perpendicularly disposed from the top portion. The adjustable strap or straps have a first end coupled to a bottom portion of the side wall and a second end coupled to the top portion of the inflatable bladder. The adjustable strap can be tightened so that the side wall is compressed. In a preferred embodiment. the side wall portions have at least one horizontal pleat. By adjusting the straps the support cushion can be adjusted to have different heights and angles so that it can be used to meet a variety of different needs of a user.

Abstract: An apparatus has a first section having a hollow interior that is filled with air, and a second section attached to the top of the first section and having a hollow interior that retains a liquid.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress for storage within and use in combination with a furniture member includes a main body portion having a lower surface supportable on a surface such as a floor and an upper surface. An extending end of the mattress includes an extension of the upper surface co-planar with the upper surface, and a support surface which contacts a mating support surface of the furniture member. At least one fluid inlet valve and at least one fluid discharge valve are distributed about the inflatable mattress. A plurality of attachment devices connected to the inflatable mattress are used to temporarily or permanently attach the inflatable mattress to the furniture member. The inflatable mattress is collapsible for storage within a furniture member interior envelope.

Abstract: The invention relates to a self-inflating mat or pillow consisting of open-cell foamed material which is hermetically covered on both sides by outer layers of cloth, the outer layers being sealed on the edges and at least one valve providing a connection between the foamed material and the surrounding atmosphere. At least one layer of cloth or a mesh fabric is provided on at least one side and the cloth or mesh fabric consists of a hot-pressed yarn coated with a thermoplastic material.

Abstract: A patient support including a frame having a deck support and a step deck positioned on the deck support. The step deck has an upper deck, a lower deck, and a side wall, the upper deck being spaced apart from the lower deck to define a recess of the deck. A mattress section and a mattress section support are supported by the step deck.

Abstract: A corner guard arrangement for a box spring, the corner guard arrangement having first and second members formed of a sheet material and being interlocked together, the interlocking arrangement being such that the first and second members are in sliding engagement to permit adjustment for different height box springs, one end of each of the first and second members being engaged with a perimeter wire on the box spring. The arrangement permits a smooth covering of fabric material on the box spring.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a coloring method of a natural leather and a colored natural leather using the same. The coloring method includes the steps of: putting the natural leather having a colored layer formed on one face thereof together with a releasing paper having an aqueous polyurethane layer and an adhesive layer sequentially coated thereon so that the colored layer and the adhesive layer are faced to be in contact with each other; and removing the releasing paper from the aqueous polyurethane layer. The colored natural leather includes an aqueous polyurethane layer; an adhesive layer formed on an upper surface of the aqueous polyurethane layer; a colored layer having various colors of pattern, formed on an upper surface of the adhesive layer; and a natural leather formed on an upper surface of the colored layer.

Abstract: This invention relates to a fabric having a pattern of fades and a methodology for their creation, both industrial and artistic. The fades are created by contacting at least one portion of the fabric with a hypochlorite salt-containing composition. The resulting fabric has a faded appearance either uniformly or non-uniformly. Methods, kits and a device for making a fabric having a pattern of fades are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for altering the appearance of a section of fabric or garment to provide a naturally distressed and vintage appearance. The method includes providing a section of fabric having a contact area located on the exterior surface thereof and rubbing an abrading member across the surface of the fabric. In a preferred embodiment, the abrading member is comfortably fitted to the hands of a user and comprises a polyurethane foam block and an abrasive layer composed of a polyurethane elastomer and aluminum oxide particles. The apparatus may optionally include a rigid template or stencil positioned beneath the surface of the section of fabric which is abraded causing the shape of the stencil to be abraded on the outer surface of the fabric.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for finishing woollen textiles. According to the method, the woollen textile in an aqueous solution is brought into contact with protease enzyme in a large amount of water so that the woollen textile is moved as little as possible or not at all, at a temperature of about 60° C. or less for 10 to 90 min. The enzyme is inactivated and the woollen textile is taken to dry in mechanical drying at a temperature of about 60° C. or less to reach residual moisture content of 10 to 45%, and the final drying is carried out without mechanics.

Abstract: A composition comprising (A) at least one nickel complex pigment and (B) at least one disperse dye of formula (1) or (2) wherein R1 is hydrogen, hydroxy or a radical —NHCO—R6 wherein R6 is C1-C6alkyl or unsubstituted or C1-C4alkyl- or halo-substituted phenyl, R2 is hydrogen, hydroxy or a radical W—R7 wherein W is —NHCO— or —S— and R7 is C1-C6alkyl or unsubstituted or C1-C4alkyl- or halo-substituted phenyl, R3 is hydrogen, R4 is hydrogen or hydroxy, R5 is hydrogen, or R3 and R4 together form the radical of formula wherein the rings A and B, independently of one another, may carry further substituents, R8 is hydrogen or —CO—C2-C6alkyl wherein the C2-C6alkyl radical may be substituted by carboxy, or a radical wherein R1, is hydrogen, C1-C4alkyl, hydroxy, carboxy or halogen, R12 is hydrogen, C1-C4alkyl or halogen and R13 is hydrogen or C2-C3alkyl or, when R10 is halogen, R13 may be methyl, R9 is hydrogen or halogen, R10 is hydrogen or halogen, and n is a number 0, 1 or 2, with the proviso that R9, R10, R11, R

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of forming a nonwoven fabric, which exhibits a plurality of three-dimensional images whereby the fabric is comprised of at least a first and second three-dimensional image that are dissimilar from one another. The three-dimensional images may be imparted into the fabric in a co-planar arrangement, multi-planar arrangement, or by utilizing both arrangements within the same fabric. Further, the present invention contemplates a fabric comprised of a plurality of three-dimensional images which can provide the fabric with various physical and/or aesthetic performances.

Abstract: A ramp for a vehicle comprises an elongated track with a leading end and a trailing end. The leading end engages a flatbed platform of a vehicle, and the trailing end engages a ground surface so that there is a slope between the leading and trailing ends when the ramp is in a first usage. The elongated track is constituted by multiple engaging elements. The elements are movable relative to each other so that the elements are capable of being packed in a stack to define a platform for a wheel of a vehicle. This permits raising of the wheel of a vehicle above the ground level. There is a hinge between adjacent elements, and the elements of the ramp are hinged at opposite ends for relative folding to permit for a stacked relationship about adjacent ends.