Abstract: A knee pad with a support frame, a pad, and a boot. The pad is assembled on the support frame to provide a cushioning surface between the support frame and the wearer's leg. The pad has ears in the knee section and in the ankle section, which serve to maintain the support frame and pad in proper alignment on the leg. The boot provides a non-slip, non-marring surface against the floor, when the wearer is working in a kneeling position. A moisture-absorbent liner, which is easily removed for cleaning or replaceable, may also be fitted on top of the pad, to provide an absorbent layer between the pad and the wearer's leg.

Abstract: A garment includes a first sleeve; a second sleeve; and means for fastening the first sleeve or the second sleeve in a variety of manner to therefore provide the garment with a plurality of looks. A breadth of the garment measured from a distal end of the first sleeve to another distal end of the second sleeve is equal to or greater than 1.5 meters, when the garment is laid flat with the first sleeve and the second sleeve placed substantially perpendicular to side lines of the garment.

Abstract: The disclosure describes vapor permeable retroreflective material for use on protective garments. The material may be formed in a non-continuous pattern that provides a high-level of retroreflective brightness, yet also provides adequate permeability to prevent exposure to trapped thermal energy and heated moisture. The non-continuous retroreflective pattern may include retroreflective regions and non-retroreflective regions arranged such that thermal decay through the protective garment is not substantially decreased in the regions corresponding to the retroreflective material. Rather, vapor permeation and thermal decay through the garment may be substantially the same as if the retroreflective material was not present.

Abstract: A hospital gown (100) is provided with an access flap (120) in the front of the hospital gown in the chest area of the patient. The access flap (120) attaches and detaches from the hospital gown providing access to the chest area of the patient without the need to remove the hospital gown off the patient. Further, a support flap (130) is provided on the front section of the hospital gown such that the support flap (130) supports a medical tube between the support flap (130) and the hospital gown (100), in order to prevent the medical tube from detaching from the patient's body in case of an accident. Also, openings (160) at the lower side regions of the gown allow for a connection or other medical tubing to the patient's body.

Abstract: A disposable moisture absorbent glove that function as a glove itself and/or as a glove insert made to be worn directly on a wearers hand and/or between the hand and any other type of glove to remove from the surface of the skin, collect, and retain sweat and the like produced by human hands. Each disposable moisture absorbent glove comprises of any individual or combination of therewith elements: an outer shell that is made of flexible material, an inner shell that is made of a fluid pervious cover-stock, and an absorbent core interposed therebetween. The intermediate section may optionally include a fluid transfer layer interposed between the cover-stock shell and the core. The cuff or hem portion of the article may optionally include fastener means to secure the article on the wearers hand. The disposable moisture absorbent glove can be formed as traditional, conventional fingerless, and conventional palm gloves.

Abstract: A protective device can protect a person positioned under a dryer. The device has a back and a front panel. The back panel has a strap adapted to secure the back panel to the person's head. The back panel is secured across the person's nape to project away. The front panel is adapted to attach to the back panel and cover its strap at least partially The front panel is secured across the person's forehead to project away. A person fitted with these panels can stay under a hair dryer with a reduced risk of overheating of the face or neck.

Abstract: A cooling garment comprises a phase change material and at least one of: at least one leg portion and at least one arm portion. The phase change material may have a transition temperature between solid and liquid phases of between about 60° F. to about 90° F. The at least one arm portion has the phase change material disposed therein, and the at least one leg portion has the phase change material disposed therein. The arm and leg portions may be attached to a torso portion and shorts portion, respectively, and may be removable therefrom. The cooling garment may include a sensor configured to indicate a cooling capacity of the phase change material. A portable container having a reactivation substance stored therein may be provided to reactivate the phase change material. In one embodiment, the portable container is part of a self-contained breathing apparatus. In another embodiment, the phase change material is submerged in the reactivation substance in the container.

Abstract: A drain stopper adapted for retrofit application to the drain assembly of an existing sink, tub or other water retaining basin. The drain stopper of the present invention comprises an elongate connecting rod having an end cap threadably engaged to one end thereof. Also cooperatively engaged to the connecting rod is a filter basket, one open end of which is enclosed by the threadable engagement of the end cap to the connecting rod. The selective detachment of the end cap from the connecting rod allows the interior of the filter basket to be filled with a suitable deodorizer. The filter basket may optionally be provided with a plurality of projections which are sized and configured to capture hair or other debris passing into a drain opening in which the drain stopper is positioned.

Abstract: A portable toilet comprises a holding tank and a toilet bowl unit supported above the holding tank. An uppermost wall of the holding tank locates an inlet opening therein which co-operates with a bottom discharge opening of the toilet bowl unit. A valve mechanism is operable across the inlet opening. The uppermost wall of the tank which locates the inlet opening therein is readily removable for greater access to the interior of the holding tank for disposable of the contents of the tank and for cleaning.

Abstract: A foldable container for a toilet seat is fastened at a seat plate and comprises a side wall with pleats, allowing to fold said foldable container to a shape of a plate, so that a reduced volume thereof is attained.

Abstract: A water circulating system, such as a spa system, is disclosed having a flow control feature. In one embodiment, the spa system includes a tub, a pump assembly and a controller. The pump assembly includes a BLDC motor and circulates water from the tub's outlet port to its inlet port. The controller sets the speed of the BLDC motor to any speed within the speed range of the BLDC motor in response to a user input to adjust the flow rate of the water to the inlet port of the tub. The spa system may also produce at least one jetting mode in response to a user input. The jetting mode may be a pulse mode, a sinusoidal mode, a ramp mode, or a saw-tooth mode. In another spa system, a first pump operates at a first speed to heat the circulating water when a heater is activated, and at a second speed when the heater is not activated. In other embodiments, the spa system includes a jetting pump assembly that includes a BLDC motor and a circulating pump assembly that operates at two speeds.

Abstract: A shower device is proposed that features a fixed-installation housing. This housing can, for example, stand up from the floor and may extend beyond normal human body size. The housing is fitted with a shower arm that can be moved out of an inactive position. In the inactive position, the surface of the shower arm lies flush with the surface of the housing. The jet discharge area of a shower head arranged in the shower arm faces inwards, so that it is only possible to see a flat surface on the exterior of the housing. Through pressure on this surface, a catch mechanism is released and this causes the shower arm to move out of the housing. This is accomplished via a drive mechanism, which may feature a spring, for example. Extension is performed at a relatively slow speed, which can be achieved using a damper device. The shower arm moves to a position in which the now-visible jet discharge disc of the shower head can be used as an overhead shower.

Abstract: A Shower installation with discharge nozzles for horizontal installation near the ceiling is constructed to be swivelled between a resting position and an active position, wherein at least a section of the discharge nozzles protrudes in the active position. To swivel the mounting of the shower device, an operating device is provided that swivels the shower device mounting via the force of water flowing to the shower devices.

Abstract: A bed frame support including a first side rail, a second side rail, at least two cross rails disposed perpendicular to the first side rail and second side rail for supporting a mattress, wherein each cross rail includes a first tubing perpendicularly engaged to the first side rail, a second tubing having perpendicularly engaged to the second side rail, a first medium tubing having a first end and a second end, a second medium tubing having a first end and a second end, and a small tubing having a first end and a second end. The first end of the first medium hollow tubing is received into the first hollow tubing, and the first end of the second medium tubing is received into the second hollow tubing, and the first end of the small tubing is received into the second end of the first medium tubing, and the second end of the small tubing is received into the second end of the second medium tubing forming an adjustable arrangement.

Abstract: A restraint for holding a person atop a gurney or on a vehicle seat. A harness includes a pair of straps slidably mounted to a main frame. The straps are connected to an adjuster. A slide plate is mounted to the frame with the straps extending therethrough. A spring loaded device normally positions the plate to position the straps apart from the shoulders of a person positioned beneath the straps until the straps are pulled relative to an adjuster moving the plate and the straps adjacent the shoulders of the person.

Abstract: A supporting device for a bed, placed on a bed plate, on top of or below a mattress, comprises a head-end inflatable bag, shaped like a triangular prism and placed at a determined position close to a head end of the bed plate, a foot-end inflatable bag, shaped like a triangular prism and placed at a determined position close to a foot end of the bed plate, and a compressor for inflating the head-end and foot-end inflatable bags. A person lying on the bed plate is supported by the head-end and foot-end inflatable bags on the upper body and the legs, respectively, assuming a sitting position upon inflating thereof and returning to a lying position upon deflating thereof.

Abstract: A thermal pillow apparatus comprising a pillow element, a heat exchanger, a thermal liquid, a fluid pump and a controller is disclosed. The thermal liquid circulates between the heat exchanger and the pillow element in a closed loop, transferring thermal energy between the heat exchanger and the pillow element. A fluid pump is disposed in the closed loop to aid in circulating the thermal liquid within the closed loop. A Peltier device is the typical heat pump element used in the heat exchanger. The controller coordinates the operation of the thermal pillow apparatus, for example monitoring the temperature of the thermal liquid, and activating the heat exchanger and the fluid pump.

Abstract: The present invention is related to the use of a new conditioning agent for treating pelts for tanning. This conditioning agent consists in a composition of modified aldehydes, carboxylic acids or polycarboxylic acids and additives. The conditioning agent is used for replacing the steps of deliming and pickling in the pelts treatment. The action of the product can eliminate the step of basification when the tanning is made with chromium salts. The objective of the present invention is the use of a novel composition that can replace the steps of deliming, step 6, and pickling, step 8, described before for one just step called conditioning The proposed system, neutralizes the alkalinity and hence removes the solubility of Calcium from the liming operation attached in the pelt.

Abstract: The invention concerns symmetric diazo cationic compounds of formula (I), their resonance forms, as well as their acid-addition salts and their solvates, wherein W1, identical represent a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a —NR5R6, OR7, —NR1-Ph-NR5R6, —NR4-Ph-OR7, —O-Ph-OR7, —O-Ph-NR5R6 group; L represents a cationic of non-cationic linker arm. The invention also concerns dyeing compositions comprising in a suitable medium for dyeing keratinous fibers, such compounds as direct dyeing agent, as well as a method for dyeing keratinous fibers using said composition and a multiple-compartment device.

Abstract: The subject of the present invention is the use, for dyeing in particular human keratin materials, of a specific direct anthraquinone dye by dry thermal transfer. Its subject is furthermore a method for dyeing keratin materials, in which at least one direct anthraquinone dye contained in a dry composition is applied to or close to the keratin materials, and a source of heat is applied, causing the thermal transfer of the direct dye(s) at the surface and/or inside the keratin materials. It relates furthermore to the dry composition and a method for preparing it.

Abstract: A composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one fatty alcohol, c) at least one associative polymer, and d) at least one C14-C30 alkyl sulphate; as well as the process for using this composition and multicompartment kits comprising the composition.

Abstract: An apparatus for inducing variable randomized patterns of traversing a floor of a swimming pool by a suction cleaner device; said apparatus comprising a water flow driven mechanism for axial rotation of a pool cleaner hose; said hose located between a suction pump inlet and said suction cleaner device.

Abstract: The drive system drives a brushhead at a driving frequency. The drive system includes a frequency modulation system which changes. the driving frequency about a center frequency in such a manner, with selected frequency deviation and modulation frequency, which interacts with the resonance of the brushhead to produce a change of amplitude in the movement of the brushhead within a range of 5-30%.

Abstract: A mop includes a pipe, a case, a locating base, and a cleaning member. The case is inserted onto the pipe. The case contains a chamber and a handle extending from the top of the case. The locating base is connected to a lower end of the pipe with a fastener. Both sides of the locating base are pivotally connected with wings to secure the cleaning member. The mop allows easy wringing water from the cleaning member when in use and efficient storage of the cleaning member when not used while permitting easy replacement of the cleaning member.

Abstract: A brush head, in particular a toothbrush, with a base carrier (1) formed from a soft elastic material in which connecting elements comprising separate support rings (2) separated from one another and bearing a plurality of bristle tufts (4) are embedded, each of the rings having a bristle tuft threaded through. Preferably the bristle tuft can move axially in the support ring and is supported resiliently by the soft elastic material.

Abstract: A mop includes a backing having rows of tightly reversely twisted coiled tufts projecting from a bottom side. The tufts are formed from super-thin fabric such as chenille microfiber twisted prior to tufting at 200 to 1000 per 10 cm prior to tuft formation. The tufts are reversely twisted subsequent to tuft formation. A lining overlies the top side of the backing and includes pockets attached at the ends for receiving a mop head without the need for fasteners.

Abstract: An improved rod wiper for excluding dirt and other environmental materials from a linear actuator is described. The annular wiper element includes an outwardly extended lip that is in constant engagement with the front face of the actuator housing. Not only does the lip assist in creating a seal with the housing, it redirects axial forces to have a radial component on the inwardly extended lips of the wiper element in contact with the rod to improve the seal of the wiper element and rod.

Abstract: A pleated filter is provided higher than an upper opening of a dust collecting unit. An introduction hole is provided on the downstream side of the pleated filter. When switching to a dust moving state, the outside air introduced from an introduction hole spreads to the entirety of the pleated filter when passing through the pleated filter and evenly cleans dust adhering to the entirety, and when micro dust removed from the pleated filter is moved to the dust collecting unit, this movement is supported by gravity by using the weight of micro dust. The pleated filter is prevented from being clogging by reliably moving micro dust removed from the pleated filter to the dust collecting unit, and when switching to a suctioning state, a suction air amount to pass through the first air passage is secured, whereby reduction in suction power over time can be suppressed.

Abstract: There is provided a stick-shaped body advancing holder or a combination of a holder and an eraser adapted to advance a stick-shaped body and to ensure chucking of the body or the eraser without enlargement of the entire configuration. A stick-shaped body advancing holder has an outer barrel, an inner barrel, and urging members, the urging members each being of a sawtooth shape and having bent portions. The urging members are arranged in a gap between flat faces of the outer barrel and flat faces of the inner barrel. On a knocking operation, the bent portions are deformed, thereby generating an urging force.

Abstract: A refrigerator comprises a body defining a refrigerated enclosure, a door movable between a closed position and an open position, a hinge comprising a first member coupled to the body and a second member coupled to the door and pivotably coupled to the first member, and a closure mechanism configured to provide a varying force to the door depending on the position of the door relative to the body. The closure mechanism includes a guide slidably mounted in a slot on the first member, a biasing mechanism coupled to the first member, and a closer arm coupled to the door and to the biasing mechanism through the guide.

Abstract: In a process for the production of an aircraft stop by molding a composite material of resin and carbon fibers, a stack of pieces made of composite material, in which a metal piece will have been inserted, is draped by superposing layers of carbon fibers that are preimpregnated with resin, whereby the fibers are oriented so as to ensure maximum cohesion of the unit around the metal piece (4).

Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement comprising a hinge, in particular a furniture hinge, and a damper (7). The damper (7) or damper housing (5), which supports the damper (7), is placed on the hinge by means of at least one securing device (11) which is elastic in places. The securing device (11) comprises at least one first supporting part (12) which is essentially rigid and at least one second supporting part (13) which is essentially springy or spring-loaded.

Abstract: A glass door hinge structure includes a hinge body, a hinge cover, an axial bolt and a fixing base. After a glass door is installed between a hinge body and a hinge cover and the fixing base is fixed on the ground, both edges of the glass door can be adjusted to an angle to provide a smooth and neat glass door by turning two long screw bolts of an extending body installed adjacent to a hole base on the fixing base. With such connection of the long screw bolts to the extending body, the screw thread will not be damaged easily. With the resilience provided by the long spring coil installed in both edges of the through hole that is disposed transversally in the protrusion of the hinge body, the life expectancy can be extended and the two glass doors can resume their closing position quickly.

Abstract: A hinge assembly has multiple components that have mounting holes and mounting protrusions respectively. The mounting protrusions are formed on the components and correspond to and are mounted rotatably in the mounting holes respectively. Such that the hinge assembly is assembled without any additional connecting elements like bolts and fabrication of the hinge assembly may be convenient and low-cost.

Abstract: A hinge construction for a wing mirror unit for a motor vehicle including a first hinge part for mounting on a motor vehicle and a second hinge part, pivotably connected therewith, for supporting a wing mirror unit. In an embodiment, the first and second hinge parts cooperate via a rack-and-pinion guide that causes the hinge parts upon pivoting to rotate and translate relative to each other. The invention also relates to a wing mirror unit provided with embodiments of a hinge construction.

Abstract: A hinge has a base, a first bracket, a second bracket and a vertical-angular-positioning assembly. The first bracket is mounted pivotally on the base. The second bracket is mounted pivotally on the base. The vertical-angular-positioning assembly is mounted on the base, positions the second bracket in specific angular positions relative to the base and has positioning rings and a sleeve. The sleeve is mounted on the base and prevents dust from accumulating in the sleeve. With the arrangement of the sleeve, the hinge is durable.

Abstract: An apparatus that is engageable with a wheelbarrow for assisting a user in pushing such wheelbarrow. The apparatus comprises at least one mounting plate formed of a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape engageable with a predetermined portion of such wheelbarrow. A pivotally adjustable telescoping arm member is formed of a predetermined material and is engageable on a first end thereof with the at least one mounting plate. A sleeve member is engageable intermediate a first end and a second end thereof with a second end of the arm member. The sleeve member is formed as a unitary part of the arm member and is disposed at a predetermined angle thereof. An elongated rod member is rotatingly and adjustably engageable with an inner portion of the sleeve member and extends outwardly toward such user. A bicep cup member having a predetermined shape is engageable on a first side thereof with an end of the elongated rod member.

Abstract: An assembly containing a number of different tools that can be mounted to a lightweight extension pole or rod is provided. The assembly can be integrated with hunting, camping or fishing gear, and enable sportsmen to extend their reach when performing a variety of functions. The extension pole can be a single shaft or be assembled from a number of shaft segments, each having the dimensions and physical properties of a hunting arrow shaft. With plural shaft segments, each has an upper and a lower extremity, and each has a attachment mechanism or connector for securing the individual secondary shaft segments to each other longitudinally by engaging corresponding connectors.

Abstract: A positioning sleeve includes first and second surrounding portions adapted to surround outer and inner tube sections of a telescopic rod, respectively. The second surrounding portion has a plurality of angularly spaced-apart recessed parts and a plurality of compressible retaining units respectively disposed in the recessed parts. Each retaining unit is connected to the corresponding recessed part, and has an engaging part projecting toward a through hole in the second surrounding portion, and a deformable space defined between the engaging part and the respective recessed part. The deformable space is deformed when the inner tube section is friction-fitted into the second surrounding portion and when the engaging part of each retaining unit abuts the inner tube section.

Abstract: The invention relates to a handle (1) for a cleaning device. Said handle comprises at least one handle base (2) having at least one convex first handle section (3) and, axially adjacent to the first handle section, at least one concave second handle section (4). The invention is characterized in that the first handle section has a higher coefficient of static friction than the second handle section.

Abstract: Tools and methods of making tools that are swung toward a work-piece are more accurate and/or safer to use because of a moveable grip provided on the tool handle. The tool handle slides through the moveable grip, with minimal or no rotation or shifting relative to the grip. The movable grip eliminates the need for the forward hand of the user to loosen its grip during portions or all of the swing, eliminates the need for the hand itself to slide along the surface of the handle, and, importantly, greatly reduces or eliminates the chance that the tool and the impact head of the tool hand will rotate or shift relative to user's hand(s). The moveable grip and handle are preferably rigid and hard and mated in shape and size so that rotation and shifting is reduced or eliminated.

Abstract: There is provided by this invention a decorative patch jewelry retainer for supporting jewelry items to embellish clothing that is generally comprised of a decorative patch material disposed to be attached to a garment to both provide a decorative and ornamental design to the garment and support jewelry items wherein the jewelry items are attached to the patch to embellish the garment in a decorative fashion. Another embodiment of this invention may provide a patch that is formed on the garment by embroidery having retainers in the patch that support jewelry items wherein the patch and the jewelry items embellish the garment in a decorative fashion.

Abstract: A plastic fastener retention clip for pre-assembly attachment and sealing for appliance liners and components without the need of tape. The clip attachment aperture includes an integral wall or barrier that eliminates the need for a secondary taped surface. An interference fit of the retention area ensures proper installation and provides a seal between the liner and the clip. The retention seal and the integral attachment aperture barrier prevent foam from passing through the pre-pierced liner openings during the foaming process. A secondary mechanical fastener may pierce the barrier to attach various appliance components (i.e. shelf brackets, light housings, etc.) to the appliance liner.

Abstract: A clamp adapted to clamp a bar, particularly supporting components such as guides of conveyors of articles. The clamp includes: a clamp body, adapted to accommodate the support bar for supporting the components, with the possibility of adjusting the relative position of the bar with respect to the clamp by longitudinally sliding the bar; positioning means arranged to have a first working position in which the positioning means are elastically urged in abutment against the bar to engage at least positioning notch, provided on the bar, upon reaching a predetermined position, so as to essentially prevent a further longitudinal sliding of the bar once said predetermined position is reached. The clamp further includes tightening means, distinct from said positioning means and adapted in use to hold the bar in position against displacements with respect to the clamp body.

Abstract: An elastic fastener has developed to be assembled and disassembled easily, even without the use of a separate tool, that can be firmly and repeatedly coupled, and an actuator module using the same. The elastic fastener includes a hollow socket adapted to be elastically inserted into insertion holes formed on joint members, and a fixing pin coupled to a hollow portion of the hollow socket.

Abstract: Two wedges extended from the first arm and the second arm of the waist-strap fastener respectively are utilized to engage with the waist-strap button. With inclined surfaces that face with each other on the first arm and the second arm, the mounting section of the waist-strap button is capable of squeezing through the gap between the first arm and the second arm. With the surfaces on the other side of the wedges respectively, the mounting section of the waist-strap button is securely held by the surfaces such that the waist-strap button is secured in the waist-strap fastener.

Abstract: A method for reversibly attaching plastic decorations or other articles to upright or horizontally disposed headstones is described. A commercially available adhesive putty has been found to be effective for attaching polymer composite resin-encapsulated decorations or articles to granite, marble and bronze areas on headstones, or to any other stone material used in headstone manufacture, located out of doors and exposed to snow, rain, hail, wind, and sun, at temperatures exceeding 100° F. as well as at subzero temperatures, whereas removal of the decoration or article for headstone maintenance, replacement or substitution, as examples, will not mar or otherwise damage the surfaces. The adhesive putty may be reworked and reused subsequent to removal of the article from the headstone.

Abstract: The invention relates to a suction device for liquids in hydroentangling machines, in which more than one water bar, which generate jets of liquid, are allocated to the exterior of the suction device. The suction device consists of a suction tube comprising one or more axial suction openings for each water bar, said openings being located along the working length of the tube. The liquid is sucked from the allocated water bar through said openings as a result of the negative pressure that is created in the tube. According to the invention, the suction openings that extend over the entire working width are configured to be sealed in relation to each respectively allocated water bar.

Abstract: An apparatus and associated method for manufacturing a window covering for an architectural opening. The apparatus includes a support structure handling assembly, an operating element handling assembly, and a vane handling assembly. The handling assemblies process the respective materials to an assembly station to attach one portion of a vane to the operating elements, and another portion of the vane to the support structure, allowing movement of one portion of the vane relative to other portion of the vane.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composite structure having a supporting substrate between a piezoelectric substrate and a compensation layer. The materials used to form the piezoelectric substrate and the compensation layer in isolation, have higher thermal coefficients of expansion (TCE) relative to the TCE of the materials forming the supporting substrate. Once the composite structure is created, the piezoelectric substrate and compensation layer tend to expand and contract in a similar manner as temperature changes. The expansion and contraction forces applied to the supporting substrate by the piezoelectric substrate due to temperature changes are substantially countered by similar opposing forces applied by the compensation layer, resulting in the opposing forces substantially counteracting one another.