Abstract: A clothing article includes form-fitting, lightweight, clothing material (1) fitted with a series of extension springs which are encapsulated in pockets (3) which are substantially parallel to each other and in close proximity to each other. The springs (4) therefore give the article a built-in resistance so that, when the article is worn for prolonged periods of body movement, the body is required to work significantly harder during that physical movement.

Abstract: A waterproof breathable garment is provided. The waterproof garment includes a first segment of a laminated composite material, a second segment of the laminated composite material, and a seam joining the first and the second segments of the laminated composite material to form the garment. The seam includes a light curable adhesive.

Abstract: Provided is a disposable undergarment worn by a patient during medical treatment or surgery using angiography. The disposable undergarment includes a front center sheet, a back panel, a pair of attaching means, and an assistance sheet. The back panel includes a pair of front side sheets and a back sheet integrated with the pair of front side sheets, and the pair of attaching means are respectively disposed in a side end portion of the front center sheet and a side end portion of the front side sheet, so as to attach and detach the front center sheet and the front side sheet. In addition, the assistance sheet is removably attached to a front side end of the front center sheet such that one side end portion thereof overlaps the side end of the front center sheet, and the other side end portion is provided with an adhesive means.

Abstract: A cycling garment or bicycle jersey is provided with a front panel, a back panel, and a pair of sleeve sections. The back panel has a first back section at least partially made of a first fabric, and a pair of second back sections attached to the first back section in first and second regions being at least partially located outside of first and second areas corresponding to a wearer's shoulder blades when the cycling garment worn. The second back sections are made of a second fabric that is more flexible than the first fabric. The sleeve sections attached to the front and back panels.

Abstract: A garment for securing and storing JACKSON-PRATT.™ bodily fluid drainage reservoirs and other fluid reservoirs. The garment comprises a loose-fitting body with at least one small aperture for receiving drainage tubing and at least one pocket cloth partly fixed to the body of the garment and partly detachably coupled to the body of the garment which allows for the easy storage and removal of the JACKSON-PRATT.™ drainage reservoir or other fluid reservoir. The pocket cloth allows for the continuing support of the JACKSON-PRATT.™ drainage reservoir as the drainage reservoir becomes heavier e.g. about 1 kilogram, due to the collection of fluid draining from the patient into the drainage reservoir. The secure storage of the drainage reservoir enables the wearer to move without worry of the drainage reservoir coming loose, losing fluid, or being exposed to a non-sterile environment external to the pocket cloth. The garment may be configured for wear by male and female children and adults.

Abstract: A device for securing a string to an article of clothing, such as a garment or shoe, to prevent the string from being drawn away, for example into a string tunnel or through an eyelet. The device includes a clothing attachment mechanism and a string receiver. The attachment mechanism preferably includes a clip have first and second members movable between opened and closed clip positions for securing the device to the clothing at a selected location. The string receiver receives and holds the string preventing the string from being drawn away. The string receiver preferably defines an aperture for slidingly receiving the string. The device preferably includes a spring to bias the clip to the closed position. In one embodiment, the upper clip member is decoratively configured to resemble a wing.

Abstract: A load-bearing system is provided which includes a web of sufficient strength to support predetermined loads suspended from the web. The system also includes an array of apertures in the web. The apertures can be elongate slots, and the array may be such that the slots can form plural pairs of slots which can define respective positions. At each of the positions, a pouch may be attached to the web via an attachment arrangement that can form a closed loop through the respective pair of slots.

Abstract: A labor and delivery outfit designed to provide function, comfort and dignity, comprises: a sleeveless, wrap shirt having an upper portion that includes a right nursing flap, and a left nursing flap, a first lower portion extending from the right nursing flap, a second lower portion extending from the left nursing flap, a back having a right strap, a left strap, and overlapping right rear lower portion and left rear lower portion defining an opening therebetween; a bra, preferably a built-in, supporting, nursing bra having a first section extending between the right strap and the first lower portion and including a right breast nursing cup, and having a second section extending between the left strap and the second lower portion and including a right breast nursing cup, and, a left breast nursing cup, releasable fasteners for fastening the right nursing flap to the right strap, thereby covering the right nursing cup, and releasable fasteners for fastening the left nursing flap to the left strap, thereby cover

Abstract: A touch sensitization glove (1), comprising a sensitizing layer (2) and an external cover (3). The sensitizing layer (2) further comprises a first film (10) coming into contact with an object, a second film (12) superposed on the first film (10) and an air inlet (14) leading air between the first film (10) and the second film (12). The second film (12) is allowed to slidably move on the first film (10). Thus, lubricant can be eliminated, and an advanced touch sensitization glove can be provided.

Abstract: A cap in combination with spectacles that are removably coupled to the underside of the cap's visor. The spectacles are pivotally movable from a first deployed position, where the lenses are disposed in front of a user's face to a second stowed position, where the spectacles underlie the visor. The pivoting mechanism is axially biased to provide constant pressure to hold the spectacles in substantially any position.

Abstract: A hair bib with a partial elastic band that works in combination with adjustable end tabs to modify pressure on the wearer of the hair bib. The hair bib is fabricated as a semi-rigid deformable front panel that holds its shape during use. The front flap may be bent to form a channel to guide water away from the face of the user toward the rear flap of the bib. Hook and loop strips allow the front panel to be split for easy attachment and detachment from a user, and for the securing pressure to be modified for comfort.

Abstract: A headgear article has a head-engaging portion, a brim attached to the head-engaging portion, an opening in the brim, and a bottle opener element. The bottle opener element has an aperture having an inner perimeter dimensioned to receive a portion of a bottle cap, the aperture being positioned over the opening in the brim. A fastener element is positioned opposite the bottle opener element to sandwich the brim therebetween, and fasteners fasten the fastener element to the bottle opener element. A tab extends from the bottle opener element into the aperture, and is adapted to engage a rim of the bottle cap when the portion of the bottle cap is positioned in the aperture.

Abstract: A method for enhancing a sock for people with injuries, diabetes, or other medical issues is described; an article of clothing for footwear that has adjustable straps woven into the fabric of the sock; an article of clothing for footwear that has additional layers on the heel and bottom of woven cloth; a product that can be worn over medical devices such as casts, artificial limbs, and the like; a product that can be worn by people with various health problems.

Abstract: Described herein is a ventilated, non-slip sleeve which may be applied to an irregularly shaped object, for example a body part such as a limb or extremity, as well as methods for making and using such a non-slip sleeve. In one particular embodiment, the present invention relates to a ventilated, non-slip sock for an animal, and a method for making the sock from a non-slip material. The ventilated, non-slip sock of the instant invention finds particular utility as a mobility aid for injured and/or aged animals, to facilitate ambulation over slippery surfaces or floors.

Abstract: Scent-suppressing fiber to be woven into articles of clothing or other equipment formed of fabric to inhibit or eliminate the emission of scents when the wearer is in the vicinity of wildlife. The fiber is a conventional thread coated with carbon. A fabric sheet is formed completely of woven carbon scent-suppressing fibers, or alternatively may be formed of carbon scent-suppressing fibers interwoven with conventional fibers. The resulting fabric sheet is formed into articles of clothing to suppress scent emission that highly sensitive wild creatures can detect. Because the fiber is structurally a part of the clothing article, its cost is less than if the scent-suppressing fiber were applied superficially, as in a sandwich type layering system. Also, because the fiber is continuously present in the material, the scent-suppressing capability covers the entire garment and is not limited only to large surface areas.

Abstract: A novel attachment for lengthening garments, the attachment including a first band of material and fasteners carried by the first band of material for grasping the hem of the garment without alteration to the garment. The novel attachment may include a decorative embellishment component which provides the wearer with a customized and/or personalized look.

Abstract: A clip-on waistband extender for engaging an eye slot member and a waistband hook member of a garment to increase a fastened distance between the eye slot member and the waistband hook member of a waistband section of the garment to provide comfort to the wearer. The clip-on waistband extender includes a bar member having a first end and a second end; the bar member is used for bridging a gap between the eye slot member and the waistband hook member located on the waistband section of the garment.

Abstract: A clip-on waistband extender for engaging an eye slot member and a waistband hook member of a garment to increase a fastened distance between the eye slot member and the waistband hook member of a waistband section of the garment to provide comfort to the wearer. The clip-on waistband extender includes a bar member having a first side and a second side; the bar member is used for bridging a gap between the eye slot member and the waistband hook member located on the waistband section of the garment.

Abstract: A safety helmet, such as for use with motorcycles, race vehicles, off-road vehicles, boats, skiing, and similar activities which pose a risk to the head and neck of individuals. The inventive helmet is beneficially configured for being readily removed in the case of emergency, such as if the wearer experiences a collision. The helmet can only be readily separated electronically under proper conditions, therein allowing portions of the helmet to be removed without undue forces being applied to the head and neck of the wearer. A separation preparation indicator is also described for providing indications of whether an adjacent and/or remote assembly configured with releasable portions attached with electrically responsive adhesive has been deactivated, and has the advantage of accurately indicating the state of the releasable portion as the indicator is subject to the same electrical stimulation and electrically releasable adhesive.

Abstract: A multi-functional helmet having a helmet main body, comprising a display screen in the front of said helmet main body, a plurality of cameras on the back or side of said helmet main body. Said main body comprises a digital photo converter and a power supply. Said display screen and camera are electronically connected to said digital photo converter and said power supply. The user of the helmet can observe the surroundings behind the user without turning the user's body or head. The use of the helmet can protect the user's safety and monitor the surroundings at the same time. The helmet is particularly useful in the military.

Abstract: A helmet that can be removed from the head of a helmet wearer who wears the helmet, with a comparatively small force, and simply and quickly including preliminary operation for removal. A recess-projection fitting mechanism to attach a blockish inside pad to a head protecting cap portion includes a male hook on a blockish inside pad side, and a female hook on a head protecting cap portion side. The interrupt portion of a pad takeout member including a pulling means can interrupt between the male hook and female hook to disengage their recess-projection fitting, and can catch on the male hook, and the male hook can be pulled out to outside the head protecting cap portion at least halfway.

Abstract: A protective article of outer-clothing (1,5) characterized in that the article: a) does not enshroud the head of the wearer; b} is not equipped with means for sensing and processing any electrical variations that the wearer's body produces; and c) incorporates an electricity conductive layer (12,14,16,17) which is selected to be of sufficiently low resistance that if, in use, prongs of a so-called stun gun are pressed against the article of clothing or located in proximity to the article and the gun is fired, the conductive layer (12,14,16,17) electrically interferes with the charge applied between the gun's prongs.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a disposable toilet shield. In one embodiment of the present invention, the disposable toilet shield includes a seat cover, a front tongue that attaches to the seat cover along a tongue-shaped perforation, and a rear tongue that attaches to the seat cover near a rear edge of the seat cover. The front tongue can be separated from the seat cover along the tongue-shaped perforation, and remains attached to the seat cover near a front edge of the seat cover. The seat cover shields a user from contacting a toilet seat, the front tongue shields a user from contacting the front of a toilet bowl, and the rear tongue dampens splashing of toilet water and reduces the amount of user waste left in the toilet bowl after the toilet is used and flushed.

Abstract: The invention is an article suitable for collecting and disposing of waste from a child's potty. The article has a flexible plastic liner/bag, an absorbent pad, and a means for closing the flexible plastic liner/bag. The liner/bag is a waterproof receptacle that is substantially cylindrical in shape, and has a diameter that is comparable to the potty for which it is sized. The absorbent pad is substantially circular in shape, where the absorbent pad has a diameter that is comparable to the liner/bag for which it is sized. The absorbent pad has a plastic filmic bottom layer, a porous nonwoven top layer, and absorbent fibrous materials between the top and the bottom layer. The absorbent pad is adhered to a bottom of the flexible plastic liner/bag. The stiffness of the pad is sufficient to impart shape to the plastic liner/bag.

Abstract: An assembly includes an inflatable, dome-like cover that is configured to rest atop an existing swimming pool. The cover has an inflatable portion that repels dirt, debris, water, and snow, preventing such debris from collecting thereon. The cover is produced from heavy duty, yet lightweight plastic or rubber material. The cover may sized and configured to fit a pool of any dimensions. Extending along a perimeter of the inflatable portion is a border about which openings are evenly spaced, through which tethers or cords may be tied for securing the assembly to the pool. At least one air valve is positioned proximal to the outer edge of the cover, enabling a user to inflate the assembly.

Abstract: A movable floor pool in which the space under a movable floor formed under the movable floor can be kept clean and a method of cleaning the movable floor pool is provided. The movable floor pool (1) has a pool body (10) for containing water, a movable floor (21) which is vertically movable along a side wall (14) of the pool body (10), and a water flow generation means (30) for generating a rotational flow (R) in water contained in a space (23) formed under the movable floor (21).

Abstract: An emergency eye wash system having a support panel and a pair of brackets for holding two bag assemblies containing sterile and sealed eye wash solution. The bag assemblies are connected by hoses to a pair of nozzles mounted on a pivotal tray assembly. When the system is dormant, the tray assembly is in a vertical closed position. When there is an emergency, a user pulls on a pivotal handle to puncture membranes in the hoses and to lower the tray assembly to cause flow from the bags to the nozzles to the user's face.

Abstract: A faucet including a molded waterway assembly having a plurality of tubes overmolded within a base.

Abstract: The present invention is a simple convertible futon sofa-bed. In particular the convertible futon sofa-bed is comprised of a pair of armrest sub-assemblies, a front stretcher rail and a back stretcher rail connecting the pair of armrest assemblies, a seat-deck, a back-deck and a ratchet connecting means to convert the convertible futon sofa-bed from a sofa position to a bed position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a first playpen enclosure that converts easily to a bassinet, changing table or bed-side crib or “co-sleeper” that attaches securely to the parents' bed. A second enclosure support system maintains a padded enclosure and rigid floor panel at one or more predetermined levels below the top of the playpen to form the bassinet and co-sleeper. The second enclosure has a back, two sides, a bottom and a front flap that converts into a front wall for use in the bassinet mode and overhangs the front horizontal rail for use in the co-sleeper mode. The upper front corners are segmented into a movable section and a fixed section to facilitate lowering the front horizontal rail to at least one lower second position to accommodate various parental bed heights. Extensions of the fixed section are affixed to the front vertical rails and accept the movable sections in several positions to secure the rail in the second positions.

Abstract: A bed enclosure having a frame, four sidewalls, and a mattress support component suitable for supporting a bed mattress, wherein the bed enclosure is adapted to safely retain within its interior a person who may be prone to falling out of bed or who otherwise may need to be restrained therein, with the bed enclosure having component subframes that can be disassembled for ease of use and storage and sidewalls that can be removed for ease of cleaning, repair, or replacement.

Abstract: A bed sheet construction assembly utilized in the “making” of a bed mattress while eliminating unnecessary time and confusion therewith, comprising a lower mattress-fitted sheet having a first and a second side portion and a head and a foot portion thereon. The first and second side portions are longer than the head and foot portions. An upper or top sheet has a first and a second side portion and a head and a head and a foot portion thereon. The first and second side portions are longer than the head and foot portions. A notched-out corner is arranged on each side of the foot end of the top sheet. An attachment means is arranged between the lower fitted sheet and the upper or top sheet along their respective foot ends.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus includes a brake mechanism and a steer mechanism operated by a foot pedal. A gear reducer is coupled to the foot pedal. The gear reducer reduces the amount that the foot pedal is depressed to operate the brake mechanism and steer mechanism.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning and restraining a patient's appendage in a desired attitude during surgery includes a tray movable along a rail on the operating table. The tray extends over the patient receiving surface of the operating table and has a fastener on the upper surface which cooperates with a fastener on a wrap enclosing the patient's appendage. By adjusting the brackets along the length of the operating table rail, the patient's appendage will be flexed to a position desired by the surgeon. Locking the brackets in place retains the desired flex during the procedure. The frame of the apparatus is reusable through sterilization and the tray is provided in a sterilized condition and disposable after surgery.

Abstract: An accessory for a patient's use during a medical procedure is disclosed. The accessory includes a pillow that has an inner material and an outer material. The pillow includes a head support, at least one shoulder support and at least one hand support. The head support has a right side, a left side and a top side. The shoulder support is disposed adjacent the right side and/or the left side of the head support. The hand support is disposed adjacent the top side of the head support. The inner material of the pillow is made of a substantially rigid material. The outer material of the pillow is made of a substantially soft material.

Abstract: A support pillow that comprises a pillow body having a medial region and two curved arms that extend from the medial region to define a generally open well. A back rest extends vertically upward from the medial region. This configuration permits an infant to be placed in the open well, with the curved arms of the pillow body supporting the infant from tipping side to side and the back rest supporting the infant's back. Conveniently, the back rest may be incorporated into a slipcover that is placed over the pillow body.

Abstract: Seating pads having a top layer that includes an outer material having a high coefficient of friction and suitably attached to an inner core having flexibility and rigidity are disclosed herein. The seating pads disclosed herein can also include a cushion, a soft protective layer that borders the pad, and a bottom layer that forms a pocket with the top layer.

Abstract: A mattress, cushion or the like has an outer cover enclosing a resilient core. The resilient core is formed by a viscoelastic foam layer with a vapour permeable reinforcing layer of stretchable material laminated onto a top surface of the viscoelastic foam layer. The reinforcing layer prevents cracking in the top surface of the viscoelastic foam layer and provides improved heat and moisture dissipation during use. The reinforcing layer is preferably formed by a spaced knitted fabric.

Abstract: A body, including a wedge-shaped sloped section, a level support section and a handle, for elevating a section of a mattress over a support surface upon which the mattress is lying. A distal end of the sloped section is small enough for the distal end to be directly inserted between the mattress and the support surface, while a proximal end of the sloped section has a height adequate to elevate the mattress high enough to aid in the changing of bedclothes.

Abstract: A composition for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms on non-cellulosic fibres having a moisture regain of ?5%, comprising; 1) 1 to 50 wt % of at least a self-crosslinkable resin: ii) 0.25 to 20 wt % of at least a catalyst; iii) 0.1 to 4 wt % of at least an antimicrobial active agent, reactive with the resin; iv) 98.65 to 26 wt % of water; wherein i)+ii)+iii)+iv)=100%.

Abstract: Window cleaning cloths are repetitively conditioned for cleaning windows in a commercial car wash by processing the cloths in a washer-extractor of the type having in sequence a wash cycle, a first rinse and spin cycle and a final rinse and spin cycle. A detergent and degreaser are added to the water used in the wash cycle. A window cleaning solution is added to the final rinse water used in the final rinse and spin cycle to saturate the cloths with a diluted mixture of water and window cleaning solution. A substantial portion of the diluted mixture of final rinse water and window cleaning solution is removed during the spin portion of the final rinse and spin cycle to provide a window cleaning cloth uniformly dampened with window cleaning solution. The conditioned cloths are used to wipe windows without necessity of spray application of cleaning solution. The cloths are reprocessed and used in the same manner.

Abstract: A compound or mixture and a method are provided for preventing the coloring of hair or skin during a coloring procedure. The system may include two components: a compound that chemically protects the surface of the hair to which it is applied; and an applicator to accurately apply the compound to a region of the hair or skin that is desired to not be subject to the coloration procedure, in other words, to not be colored.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a yellow and/or a red and/or a blue component of disperse dyes for dyeing poly(lactic acid) fibers or poly(lactic acid) based fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to dye mixtures, comprising one or more dyes of the following general formula (I), one or more dyes of the following general formula (II), one more dyes of the following general formula (III) and, optionally, one or more dyes of the following general formula (IV) in which D, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, R0, R200, R201, R*, R**, T, b, f, v and M have the meanings given in claim 1, whereby the dyes of general formulae (I)-(IV) contain at least one fibre-reactive group of formula —SO2-Z or Z2, the production and use thereof for the dyeing and printing of fibre materials containing hydroxyl and/or carboxamide groups.

Abstract: A process for dyeing cellulosic fibre materials, wherein the fibre material is brought into contact with at least two dyes from the group of formulae (1), (2), (3) and (4) wherein A is hydrogen or a radical of formula (5), R1, R2, R3 and R4 are each independently of the other halogen, C1-C4alkyl, C1-C4alkoxy, nitro, benzoylamino which is unsubstituted or substituted in the phenyl ring, or unsubstituted or substituted amino, n, m, r and s are each independently of the others the number 0, 1, or 2, and p is the number 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4, produces level, tinctorially strong dyeings.

Abstract: Provided are, among other things, systems, methods and techniques for making a shoe outsole and to shoe outsoles made using such techniques. In one such technique, a sheet of composite material is produced by extruding a base material together with a sheet of fabric material. The sheet of composite material is then cut into an outsole component, and a shoe outsole is fabricated using the outsole component.

Abstract: Embodiments of light-based enhancing apparatuses and methods of use are described. In one embodiment, the light based-enhancing apparatus may comprise a toothbrush that includes a light source, a head with a plurality of bristles (and/or other materials that may be used to brush a tooth such as, e.g., a sponge, plastic prongs or resilient massaging rods/tips) and a window so that light emitted from the light source can pass through the window. In another embodiment, the light-based enhancing apparatus may comprise a razor or an electric razor that has a head with at least one blade and a light source that is adapted for emitting light proximal to the head of the razor.

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus for shoe soles has a resilient base mat and a top mat of a moisture absorbent fabric. A reservoir contains a cleaning solution and a foot actuated spray mechanism and a foot actuated lever delivers a fine spray of the solution to one portion of the top mat. Shoe soles are wiped on the wetted surface of the top mat and then the shoes are dried by wiping the soles on a dry portion of the mat.

Abstract: An article formed from compressed paper, sponge or fabric that is expandable upon contact with water includes a preselected amount of a surface active agent. The article of the invention may also include microencapsulated materials. The article of the invention may be packaged in a package that substantially maintains it in the compressed state until the package is removed. Microencapsulation permits a wide range of products to be incorporated into these compressed products while maintaining the dry, compressed nature of the products. In one aspect, methods are provided that comprise forming the article, that comprises paper, sponge or fabric, in a size of intended use; attaching a plurality of microencapsulated beads containing a material therein to the paper, sponge or fabric; and compressing the article to a compressed size that is smaller than the size of intended use.

Abstract: A toothbrush head comprising a flexible bristle carrier such as an elastomer or gel pad or flexibly linked segments, on which bristles are mounted, with a support which supports the carrier at its base near the handle and at the opposite tip part, leaving the carrier unsupported thereby in a region longitudinally between these parts, the carrier being flexible such that it can deform under the forces of toothbrushing so that both its longitudinal and widthways sections become distorted. Preferably the support is also flexible.