Abstract: A billiard glove and a method of forming a billiard glove including a first finger sheath, wherein the first finger sheath is configured to cover at least a portion of a first finger, a second finger sheath, wherein the second finger sheath is configured to cover at least a portion of a second finger; and a strip having a first portion and a second portion, wherein said first portion is affixed to the first finger sheath and the second portion is attached to the second finger sheath.

Abstract: A disposable medical bib that attaches around the neck of the patient on one side is disclosed. It not only protects the patient's chest from unwanted substances, but also includes a headrest cover and, optionally, the headrest itself. The medical bib can also optionally include a hairnet to contain the patient's hair. An alternative embodiment of the invention includes a pocket on the chest portion of the bib to collect unwanted substances, as well as a pocket on the headrest cover portion to hold items such as a headrest. A portion of the bib can be elongated to cover the midsection of the patient.

Abstract: A surgical gown includes a body containing a front portion having a first bottom periphery and a back portion extending from each of lateral sides of the front portion and having a second bottom periphery extending from two ends of the first bottom periphery; two sleeves secured to two upper sides of the body respectively; a neck opening defined by upper edges of the body; and an upturned flap extending upwardly from the first bottom periphery of the front portion and at least a portion of the second bottom periphery of the back portion, and affixed to the body at plural points along an upper periphery of the upturned flap such that the upturned flap forms an exterior guiding channel.

Abstract: A flexible, detachable display pouch is disclosed for display on a garment, hat, banner, mail box, or other display media item of essentially flat display materials. The pouch is detachably attached to the display media by Velcro, snaps, etc, that hold the perimeter of the pouch close to the media item. In preferred embodiments the pouch is sized to accept one or more pictures or printed documents with standard sizes, and in some embodiments it can contain a stack of items, whereby the displayed item can be changed by reordering the stack. Other embodiments include a flap or other seal to retain displayed items and/or protect them from water. Other embodiments allow dry erase marking on the pouch, and still others allow washing of the display media after pouch removal without harming or loosening the Velcro etc. A plurality of pouches can be included that can be preloaded and exchanged.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for the display on a T-shirt, tote bag, hat, or other garment of essentially flat, decorative and/or informational materials in a removable, transparent pouch. The pouch is attached to the garment by hook-and-loop, snaps, etc, and in preferred embodiments it is sized to accept one or more pictures or printed documents with standard sizes. In some embodiments, the pouch can contain a stack of items, so that the displayed item can be changed by reordering the stack. Other embodiments include a flap or other seal to retain items and/or protect them from water, and some embodiments hold the pouch perimeter close to the garment. Other embodiments allow dry erase marking on the pouch, and still others allow washing of the garment after pouch removal without harming or loosening the hook-and-loop etc. A plurality of pouches can be included that can be preloaded and exchanged.

Abstract: A suit for cycling, having a top part suitable for performing the function of underwear, and a bottom part suitable for performing the functionality of cycling tights.

Abstract: A quick-drying textile includes a fabric and a chemical applied to the fabric. The chemical modifies the fabric's absorption properties.

Abstract: Disclosed is a jacket having a warm pocket capable of warming hands of a user without interrupting user's activity in the field. The jacket has a dual-layer structure of an inner skin and an outer skin so as to accommodate a warmer therein. A pocket is formed at a front part or a rear part of the jacket by sewing the inner skin with the outer skin in the form of a pocket. The pocket is formed at both sides thereof with openings so as to allow a user to put both hands into the pocket. An inner pocket formed at one side thereof with a hand warmer receiving section is coupled to an outer surface of the inner skin.

Abstract: A garment for use as a pet carrier has a pouch located on the upper half of the garment. The pouch is formed between an inner layer and an outer layer which are attached to each other at or near each shoulder, at about mid-torso and at points on the side. The pouch has an opening at its top where means to open and close the pouch are located and which extend downward from the top. The garment has supports attached to the inner or outer layer near or at the shoulders, and which go over the shoulders and down the front or the back of the person to at least mid-torso, where the supports are attached to the inner or outer layer at the sides.

Abstract: A glove adapted for a motorcyclist who is wearing a helmet with a visor wherein a pouch of cleaning fluid is positioned on the cuff portion of the glove and which is able to supply cleaning fluid to at least one of first and second layers of flexible material positioned on the glove. The first flexible layer is secured to the glove at the juncture of the thumb portion and index finger portion of the glove while the second layer of flexible material is positioned on the glove on the index finger portion so as to partially extend over the palm side portion of the glove and so as to extend partially over the back side portion of the glove.

Abstract: The present invention provides a glove, in particular a winter sports glove, which includes an air chamber that is filled with air through at least one opening or through which air may circulate.

Abstract: A glove for disposing of waste includes an open end, a plurality of finger pockets, and a closure on the open end. The glove may be sufficiently flexible to be inverted upon removal from a hand, the closure configured for closing the open end when the glove is inverted. The closure may include a mating protrusion and channel, similar to a zip-lock closure, a drawstring, or a strap. Optionally, the glove may include a decorative pattern that is exposed when the glove is inverted and/or a handle for carrying the glove. During use, a wearer's hand is inserted into the open end, waste material is grabbed by the wearer's hand, the glove is inverted, e.g., during removal from the hand, to capture the waste material within the inverted glove, and the open end of the glove is closed with the waste material therein.

Abstract: A medical glove is provided for protection against the transmission of infectious agents. The glove comprises a glove body sized to tightly enclose a wearer's hand. The glove body has a palm portion and adjoining finger portions. An integral webbing extends between two of the finger portions. The webbing is sized to receive a stethoscope head between the finger portions when the finger portions are separated. The glove is formed of an acoustically transmissive elastomeric material that is substantially non-porous and sufficiently thin to allow tactile sensitivity and dexterity.

Abstract: A medical glove is provided for protection against the transmission of infectious agents. The glove comprises a glove body sized to tightly enclose a wearer's hand. The glove body has a palm portion and adjoining finger portions. A webbing adjoins two of the finger portions. The webbing is sized to receive a stethoscope head between the finger portions when the finger portions are separated. The glove is formed of an acoustically transmissive elastomeric material that is substantially non-porous and sufficiently thin to allow tactile sensitivity and dexterity.

Abstract: A method of making a cuff by obtaining a piece of flexible material in the shape of a rectangle having first and second longitudinal edges, front and back faces, and first and second latitudinal edges; folding over the first and second latitudinal edges to meet the parallel fold lines; uniting the latitudinal edges to the fold lines to form first and second hems; folding a first half of the flexible material back over a second half of the flexible material along the third fold line so that the front face is on the interior and hems are on the exterior forming a tube; uniting the first and second longitudinal edges to form a flat tube having a closed tube edge, which is divided into a first closed tube edge and a second closed tube edge; folding the first closed tube edge over the second closed tube edge along a fourth fold line, which is perpendicular to the closed tube edge, so that the second hem is brought adjacent to but does not overlap the first hem to form a folded flattened tube; uniting the first clo

Abstract: A system for supporting video display devices in front of a user. Support system includes a headwear element that is placed over or upon a user's head. A display device, such as a three-dimensional display device is placed in an adjustable support structure that is located at the front of the headwear element. Through the adjustable structure the display device can be positioned at the best level for the user's eyes. In some embodiments the headwear element can use a support strap provided towards the rear of the headwear element to helps support the weight of the display device.

Abstract: A garment is provided with a removable pocket formed by a removable panel. The removable panel has at least a portion of its outer perimeter folded about itself, and an upper edge and a lower edge extending from the upper edge. A first coupling mechanism extends continuously along the lower edge for removably coupling the panel to the garment, while a second coupling mechanism is positioned adjacent to the upper edge for removably coupling the panel along the upper edge of the garment. A pocket is formed between an outer surface of the garment and the removable panel. An attachment feature secures the removable panel to the garment independent of the first and second coupling mechanisms. An additional pocket is attached to the garment and at least partially encompassed by the removable pocket.

Abstract: A combination sock and shoe includes a shoe sole, an exterior sock that is secured to the shoe sole, an intermediate sock positioned inside the exterior sock, and an interior sock positioned inside the exterior sock and inside the intermediate sock. The intermediate sock is constructed as an anklet having an elastic ankle opening. The exterior and interior socks conceal the intermediate sock from view by sandwiching the intermediate sock between them. When a wearer's foot is inserted into the combination sock and shoe, the elastic ankle opening of the intermediate sock securely engages around the ankle of the wearer's foot and holds the wearer's foot to the shoe sole, thereby preventing the shoe sole from separating away from the heel of the wearer's foot during walking.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sock and more particularly to a sock designed to cushion the foot in particular locations around the foot of a wearer. The invention is particularly directed to a sock having a cushioning zone positioned to protect the bony prominences of the dorsal tarsus and to deflect pressure away from the dorsalis pedis pulse of the foot.

Abstract: The leak-proof male penis pocket garment is constructed to absorb and prevent leakage of normal bodily fluids. The penis pocket is made with a leak-proof material assembled with folds and stitching. The leak-proof pocket is made with a leak-proof rubber sheeting material and a fabric that is suitable to be worn on human skin. The penis pocket garment leak-proof fabric is washable and/or suitable for dry cleaning. The penis pocket portion is made of three separate pieces of material sewn, folded and assemble in male pants and the like of such garments to form a leak-proof barrier to prevent the visible appearance on the outside of garments of accidental sprinkles, tinkles, and leaks that can occur due to urinary incontinence. The penis pocket is designed to absorb a light amount of bodily fluids and prevent seepage to the outer layers of the pocket.

Abstract: A helmet includes an outer shell, an energy-absorbing layer disposed inside the outer shell, and a liner disposed inside of the energy-absorbing layer. The liner includes a central portion configured to extend along a longitudinal axis that runs between a front portion of the helmet and a rear portion of the helmet, a first side portion releasably coupled to the central portion, and a second side portion releasably coupled to the central portion.

Abstract: This specification discloses an integrally formed safety helmet. A pre-cast hard outer shell is directly filled with Styrofoam particles followed by heating and pressing to form a soft inner shell. The two shells are integrally formed and tightly connected with no space in between. The production procedure includes the steps of: putting a pre-cast hard outer shell in an upper mold; combining the upper mold and a lower mold; heating the molds to soften a compound material outer shell; pressing to squeeze out extra resin in the compound material outer shell; cooling down the molds and injecting Styrofoam particles into the cavity in the molds, foaming, pressing, and lowering the temperature; and removing the molds. The soft inner shell is then integrally formed inside the hard outer shell.

Abstract: A safety helmet, especially for motorcyclists, including a light-signalling device and/or means that are fixed and/or integrated into the helmet crown and interacting among themselves and with the vehicle braking devices actuated by the driver.

Abstract: The present invention may comprise a helmet worn by a person, with additional elements to dampen, restrain or totally block rotational movement upon the sensing of severe rotational movement of the head This device prevents serious brain and cervical spine injury by restraining or totally blocking rotational movement of the head in response to severe acceleration/deceleration.

Abstract: The aqua sport shield is used while spear fishing. The shield distributes the force of loading a spear gun over a body area such as a chest area or the thigh area of a person's leg, greater than the butt end of the spear gun. The shield is comprised of a waterproof layer, a force absorbing layer and a force distributing layer. The shield can be a separate unit and attached to the user or can be a releasable or permanent part of a wet suit. Further it can be of various shapes to fit different body shapes as long as it effectively distributes the force of loading the spear gun to prevent body bruising or undue comfort.

Abstract: A urinal assembly comprising a body comprising a bottom wall, front and back walls, first and second side walls bridging the front and back walls, an open mouth positioned generally opposite the bottom wall, and an attachment feature positioned proximate to the open mouth. The attachment feature includes outer and inner edges and an opening defined by the inner edge. The urinal assembly further comprises a lid including a lid portion and a strap having a fastener positioned at a distal end. The fastener includes a central portion positioned between first and second arms. Each of the first and second arms has a first end coupled to the central portion and a second end positioned a distance away from the central portion. The first and second arms extend through the opening such that the first and second free ends of the arms abut the inner edge of the attachment feature.

Abstract: An inexpensive and disposable highly absorbent pad for placement on a floor surface directly in front of a toilet flush bowl or commode for absorbing fluid not deposited within the confines of the toilet flush bowl which would otherwise drip on the floor. Fluid absorbed by the pad is prevented from reaching the underlying floor area thereby eliminating the problems associated with fluids being deposited on the floor. The pad includes an upper absorbent layer of material and a lower non-skid fluid impervious layer of material that are glued together. The configuration of the pad includes a truncated base portion at the lower edge and the recessed portion for the commode or toilet flush bowl at the top portion.

Abstract: A sink drain deodorizing device (1) having a cover (2) and a housing (5) securable to said cover (2) wherein a user may place a deodorizing disk (6) within the housing (5) to eliminate odors from a sink pipe and/or garbage disposal. The cover (2), which has a plurality of apertures (8) extending therethrough, has a top surface (9) and a bottom surface (10) wherein a handle (3) extends from the cover top surface (9) and a centering post (21) extends from the cover bottom surface (10). The housing (5), which also has a plurality of apertures (7), has a securing aperture (15) to permit a user to secure the housing (5) to the cover (2) via the centering post (21). Because the centering post (21) also extends through a deodorizing disk aperture (16), the deodorizing disk (6) is maintained in a predetermined position within the housing (5).

Abstract: A flushable bowl protecting liner which reduces the need for manual cleaning by providing a barrier between the bowl of the toilet and solid waste. The flushable bowl protecting liner would be used in those toilets that use a limited water supply and do not have a large water reservoir held in the bowl during each use. The application is directed to toilets in recreational motor vehicles, aircraft and boats.

Abstract: A portable and adjustable reeled wire dispenser having a base platform with first and second side walls extending upwardly from the base platform and a plurality of adjustable rotatable members for accommodating various reel sizes to assist an individual in the installation of electric, cable wire or other material.

Abstract: A carrying stool has a body, a bottom cover, an inner pail and a door. The body has a top, an open bottom, a rear wall, a rear opening and a top opening. The top opening is formed through the top of the body. The rear opening is formed through the rear wall of the body. The bottom cover is mounted on the open bottom. The inner pail is mounted in the top opening of the body. The body, the bottom cover and the inner pail combine to form a containing space that receives toilet paper. Furthermore, the door mounted in the rear opening of the body allows users to easily acquire the toilet paper.

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 spa, whirlpool or hot tub hydrotherapy system comprised of a unitized pump and motor assembly to provide a pipeless water circulation and air injection system that is easy to clean. The system can optionally provide an ionization device, which injects a stream of silver, copper and zinc ions into the water to kill bacteria, mold and algae, and solid-state lighting.

Abstract: An assembly of an aromatherapy system and tub comprises a tub for bathing. A reservoir portion contains an aromatic liquid, the reservoir portion being mounted to a wall of the tub. A pressure source is actuatable to provide pressurized gas, the pressure source being concealed under the tub. A fluid-conveying line is concealed under the tub and connecting the pressure source to the reservoir portion to diffuse the pressurized gas from the pressure source into the aromatic liquid in the reservoir portion so as to create a mist of the aromatic liquid in the environment of the tub.

Abstract: A baby bathing apparatus comprising an easily stored, relatively planar expanse of material configurable into a relatively concave configuration for deployment at least partially within a basin, and a method of forming the same. A material and configuration of a deployed bathing apparatus comfortably and securely retain a baby during bathing. One or more fastening means can be employed to securely yet detachably retain the expanse in a deployed configuration, while also allowing the bathing apparatus to resume a non-deployed, relatively planar configuration.

Abstract: A baby bathing apparatus comprising an easily stored, relatively planar expanse of material configurable into a relatively concave configuration for deployment at least partially within a basin, and a method of forming the same. A material and configuration of a deployed bathing apparatus comfortably and securely retain a baby during bathing. One or more fastening means can be employed to securely yet detachably retain the expanse in a deployed configuration, while also allowing the bathing apparatus to resume a non-deployed, relatively planar configuration.

Abstract: A drain plug assembly includes an operation unit including a button and a cable is connected between the button and a plug unit which is located in a drain hole of a drain pipe. The cable that is located close to the button is received in a part of a sink and the cable that is located close to the plug unit is received in the drain pipe. A positioning unit is located between the button and the cable so as to control the button at different positions and to drive the cable to move the plug unit. A hose is mounted to the cable. When pushing the button, the cable is moved upward to push the plug upward for draining purpose. The cable is well protected and does not expose so that the cable is not tangled, pulled or damaged by foreign objects.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a mobile cantilever transfer device for transferring mobility-impaired patients. In one embodiment, the mobile cantilever transfer device includes a support surface that is cantilevered from a lift cart so that the support surface may be positioned over the origination or destination location for a transfer, such as a patient's bed. In yet another embodiment, the cantilevered support surface may be laterally extended from the lift cart in order to allow the support surface to be positioned at different points over a transfer location without moving the lift cart. In yet another embodiment, multiple sides of the support surface may be connected to the lift cart so that a transfer can be accomplished from multiple directions, such as on either side of a patient's bed.

Abstract: A patient transfer device has four casters and two counter-rotating steering wheels. The steering wheels provide a turning path whose center of curvature lies along a transverse centerline of the device. A foot pedal selectively lifts the steering wheels off the floor or brakes them. Another foot pedal at a back end of the device can lock the casters at the front end in a straight direction. The transfer table of the device may be inclined either longitudinally or transversely, and has an upper table whose edge rollers retract to introduce slack in the upper belt so that an air mattress can be inflated. The upper belt selectively disengages from the lower belt using movable, pneumatically-actuated pinch rollers. The outer surface of the upper belt is rough while the outer surface of the lower belt is smooth. The belts are constructed of a material which includes an antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: A disposable cover for use with a public diaper changing station provides a sanitary barrier between the child and the horizontal and vertical surfaces of the diaper changing station. Three edges of the disposable cover include an elastic band for securing the cover around the horizontal surface of the diaper changing station. Another edge has two tabs permanently affixed to the cover. The tabs are double sided adhesive for attaching to the vertical surface of the diaper changing station and for securing the cover tightly to itself after use for sanitary disposal. The cover safeguards both the horizontal surface and the vertical surface of the diaper changing station to insulate the child and parent from possible contact with these surfaces during use. After use, the cover folds up on itself containing any contaminants and curtailing the spread of bacteria.

Abstract: A patient support device for positioning the anatomy of a patient during a medical procedure includes a base and a handle. The base is supported on the top of a patient support table. The handle protrudes from a proximal side of the base. Both the base and the handle are made from a biocompatible, radiolucent material that is capable of being used during a radiographic procedure.

Abstract: A baby changing duffel includes a changing pad formed of resilient material, sized and shaped to serve as a changing surface for either an infant or a toddler. The pad is covered with a removable, washable cover. The cover is sized and shaped to fit over the changing pad and has an inner changing surface and an outer surface. An upper pouch is attached adjacent to an upper end of the outer surface. A retaining sleeve is attached to a lower end of the cover and encloses a folded portion of the pad and cover. The side pockets have interior compartments and are attached at the edges of the outer surface of the cover. The side pockets are folded over the inner changing surface for transport. A carrying handle extends between side edges of the cover and is located to support the duffel when folded to fit the retaining sleeve.

Abstract: A mattress comprising at least one core and an edge area. The at least one core forming a resting area. The edge area is connected in a non-form locked manner with the resting area of the at least one core. The edge area comprises at least one bolster element and extending along at least the longitudinal axis of the mattress.

Abstract: A utility knife comprising a body, a knife blade mounted to the body, the knife blade projecting forwardly from the body; at least one split wheel mounted to a rear member portion of the body wherein the split wheel including a disc shaped left half and right half each having a chamfered outside diameter; wherein the split wheel selectively moveable between a convex configuration, and a concave configuration. Further the left half and the right half each including a small side and a large side such that the wheel placed in the convex configuration when the large sides are brought into contact with each other and the wheel placed in the concave configuration when the small sides are brought into contact with each other.

Abstract: This invention is related to the manufacturing process of the modified chromium sulphate used in the tanning process of the animal hides, and chromium tanning process performed by using the said chemical. This invention develops Manufacturing processes of chromium tanning chemical which do not require pickling and basification; Chromium and tanning chemical produced according to this process; and Chromium tanning processes which use the said chemical and do not require pickling and basification. As a result of the reaction of the chromium salts mentioned in the invention with mono and dicarboxyllic acids or salts of these acids, characteristics of the chromium salts change; thereby the invention provides benefits such as the elimination of the pickling and the basification process, minimization of the waste treatment burden and acceleration of the said processes in the tannery.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of improving the thermal stability of natural or synthetic polyamide fibre materials that are undyed, fluorescent whitened or dyed with reactive or disperse dyes, with the exception of metal complex dyes, wherein the fibre material is treated with a liquor comprising a compound of formula (1) Y1—X—Y2 (1) wherein X is a divalent aliphatic or cycloaliphatic radical and Y1 and Y2 are each independently of the other —OH, —CO—OR1, —NR1R2, —CO—NH—NR1R2 or —NH—CO—NH—NR1R2, wherein R1 and R2 are each independently of the other hydrogen; Q-C?alkyl unsubstituted or substituted by one or more hydroxy, amino or carboxyl groups or halogen atoms; C5-C24-aryl unsubstituted or substituted by one or more hydroxy, amino or carboxyl groups or halogen atoms; C6-C36aralkyl unsubstituted or substituted by one or more hydroxy, amino or carboxyl groups or halogen atoms; or C5-C24cycloalkyl unsubstituted or substituted by one or more hydroxy, amino or carboxyl groups or halogen atoms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to agents for coloring keratin fibers which comprise at least one cationic azodye of the general formula (I).

Abstract: A novel process for dyeing human keratin fibers in the presence of an oxidizing agent, comprising applying to the fibers at least one anhydrous composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance, at least one organic amine having a pKb less than 12 at 25° C., and at least one surfactant, at least one composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent, and at least one composition (C) comprising at least one dye chosen from oxidation dyes and direct dyes; a multi-compartment device or kit, wherein at least one first compartment comprises the at least one anhydrous cosmetic composition (A), at least one second compartment comprises at least one composition (B), and at least one third compartment comprises at least one composition (C); and a ready-to-use composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, comprising at least 35% by weight of at least one fatty substance, at least one organic amine having a pKb less than 12 at 25° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for dyeing fibre materials composed of wool wherein an alkoxylated and quaternized fatty acid amine, preferably a quaternized, ethoxylated oleylamine, is used as a levelling agent. The present compound leads to very uniform dyeings and is very effective in low concentrations.

Abstract: Guiding device (1) for strands (2), the guiding device (1) comprising a body (5) in which at least one curved channel (6) is made, including a longitudinal axis curved according to the curvature of said channel (6) and a first part (8) which, situated in principle at the side of the intrados of the longitudinal axis (7), permits, in the limit of the length of the channel (6), the support of the strand (2) on at least one portion of the peripheral face (10) which this strand (2) presents.