Abstract: A life-saving device has a garment and at least one airbag assembly. The at least one airbag assembly is mounted on the garment and each one of the at least one airbag assembly has a gas cylinder, a gas tube, multiple airbag layers and at least one connecting tube. The gas cylinder is attached to the garment. The gas tube is connected between the gas cylinder and the airbag layers. Each one of the at least one connecting tube is connected between two adjacent airbag layers. A user wearing the life-saving device can actuate the gas cylinder when falling from high altitudes to inflate the airbag layers via the gas tube and the at least one connecting tube. The inflated airbag layers will provide an air resistance to slow down the falling speed. Therefore, the user can safely descend to the ground.

Abstract: A swimsuit comprising an inner compression layer attached to an outer layer in a free floating manner is provided. The inner compression layer shapes, contours and slims the wearer's body, whereas the outer layer provides an aesthetically pleasing design. The inner and outer layers are positioned substantially independent from each other on the wearer's body for their respective purposes. It is further contemplated that the outer layer provides an additional shaping, contouring and slimming function in addition to the inner compression layer.

Abstract: Electrically operable garment closures for use with one at least items of clothing. The closures may be made to open in response to a plurality of signals including information related a game of chance, a card game or a board game. The closures may also respond to a mobile phone arranged for digitally imaging the item of clothing. The phone is preferably arranged to process the imaged information for displaying the relative location of the closures on a touch responsive display.

Abstract: A selectively openable or closeable ventilation device integrated into an article of clothing, having a first air-permeable panel integrated into the article of clothing in a frame. A second air-permeable panel (20) is slidably affixed to the frame (22), overlapping the first panel (24). The panels have complimentary openings (26) such as slits, perforations or the like that are offset in a first, closed position, and that are in vertical alignment in a second, open position wherein air may pass through the aligned openings of the panels. In an alternative embodiment a ventilation sleeve is provided extending from the device to the outside of an outer garment.

Abstract: A hooded garment which is worn by a user and comprising a hood adapted to be worn on a user's head, the hood including a back head portion, a top portion, two opposed lateral portions, a front head portion and a neck portion circumferentially extending around the user's neck, the back head portion and a back of the neck portion forming a back portion of the hood, a face opening defined in the front head portion through which a user's face protrudes, the face opening being located between the top portion, the lateral portions and the neck portion of the hood, an elastic member located on the back portion, and a pocket portion in the back portion above the elastic member, the pocket portion being able to accommodate at least some of a user's loose hair.

Abstract: The present invention provides an entire line of undergarments for wear by men and women including panties, bras, T-shirts, boxers and briefs, with each garment from the line featuring discreetly hidden storage pockets incorporated into their design. Designed to provide consumers a hands free means of storing identification cards, credit cards, money or other small accessories without requiring the use of an easily pick pocketed wallet or purse, the Bank Undergarments line is produced in a range of sizes to accommodate females and males of a variety of statures and heights. The undergarments of the present invention are similar in design and function to traditional undergarments, with the added enhancement of the aforementioned pockets.

Abstract: A pre-manufactured knot for a neck tie has a cylindrical, hollow ring configured to simulate the appearance of a conventional knot on a neck tie. A loop of the neck tie is passed through the ring and placed around the neck of a wearer. The loop is then tightened so as to approximate the size of the wearer's neck and the ring rests in the join of the shirt collar. The ring bears a pattern to match the pattern on the neck tie. An insert-tee is included to lock the ring in place with respect to the neck tie.

Abstract: A necktie assembly comprises a necktie (1) and a necktie-knot ring (3), wherein an additional hanging strip (11) is sewn on the necktie (1), and the necktie-knot ring (3) is used for forming a necktie knot. The necktie-knot ring (3) comprises a necktie-knot ring cavity (33), a necktie inlet-outlet opening (34) and a string-hanging buckling hook (25), wherein the necktie-knot ring cavity (33) is surrounded by a front shell (31) and a rear shell (32) of the necktie-knot ring and is used for enclosing the necktie (1); the necktie inlet-outlet opening (34) is positioned on the rear shell (32) and the necktie can pass from its top to its bottom; the string-hanging buckling hook (25) extends from any position at one side of the necktie inlet-outlet opening (34) to the other side thereof.

Abstract: An arrangement for removably securing an electronic device to a hand covering.

Abstract: A video game remote controller glove attachment device that uses one or more hook material patches stitched onto the palm of a glove that removably connect to one or more loop material stripes adhesively affixed to one or more side walls of a video game remote controller. The glove attachment device enables a person to have a generally secure grasp of a video game remote controller without losing control of the remote controller during use while still keeping a natural and true feel between the hand and video game remote controller.

Abstract: An earmuff hearing protective device whose earmuffs each include a generally cup-shaped, substantially rigid shell having a head-facing rim; a head-engaging, ear-encircling cushion affixed to the rim; and a sound absorber inside the shell. The sound absorber has a moisture-resistant integral skin substantially surrounding an open cell foam interior having lower density and greater porosity than that of the skin. The skin helps discourage moisture pickup and microbial growth.

Abstract: A versatile protective headgear which is a close replica of a football helmet, fabricated from a lightweight, suitable foam material that is conformable and resilient, capable of absorbing energy and protecting the wearer from lacerations and/or contusions from incidental contact in outdoor sporting activities. The headgear provides warmth and protection from moisture in cold weather, but the internal design also provides sufficient ventilation for year around use. The foam material can be produced in a variety of colors and has a smooth external surface that will accept paint and decals for authentic team identification. The headgear may be held in place by a standard football chin strap and is designed to have a removable face mask. The authentic appearance and cold weather protection it provides makes it an effective and desirable head covering for all cold weather recreational and work activities, including attendance at football games. Its flexibility permits packing for travel and storage.

Abstract: An eyewear assembly for attachment to a hard hat, the hard hat including a main body and a visor, the eyewear assembly including at least one eyewear member, a mounting means to attach the set of eyewear to the headwear including an arcuate body adapted to substantially correspond to the shape of the visor of the hard hat, a rearwardly projecting locating tongue and at least one deformable attachment portion such that the mounting means is clamped to the visor of the hard hat by the at least one deformable attachment portion and at least one rotation mechanism associated with the mounting means and the eyewear to allow movement of the at least one eyewear member relative to the at least one mounting means between a use position in front of a wearer's eyes and a stored position adjacent the visor of the headwear.

Abstract: A method and device of a plate for providing a surface for attachment of a chin pad on a baseball or softball fielders face.

Abstract: Eyewear, such as a goggle, is provided that can include an anterior module (such as a lens support) and an interchangeable posterior module (such as a faceplate). The anterior module can be adapted to support at least one lens in a wearer's field of view. The posterior module can be adapted to fit against a contour of the wearer's face and can be selectively interchangeable with the anterior module to modify at least one physical characteristic of the eyewear. In some embodiments, the anterior and posterior modules can be coupled by a suspension assembly in order to allow articulation of the posterior module relative to the anterior module for evenly distributing forces against the wearer's face. Further, the anterior module can be rigid for maintaining the lens in an optically-desirable orientation. Furthermore, the goggle can comprise an interchangeable lens mechanism to facilitate interchanging of lenses in the goggle.

Abstract: Eyewear, such as a goggle, is provided that can include an anterior module (such as a lens support) and an interchangeable posterior module (such as a faceplate). The anterior module can be adapted to support at least one lens in a wearer's field of view. The posterior module can be adapted to fit against a contour of the wearer's face and can be selectively interchangeable with the anterior module to modify at least one physical characteristic of the eyewear. In some embodiments, the anterior and posterior modules can be coupled by a suspension assembly in order to allow articulation of the posterior module relative to the anterior module for evenly distributing forces against the wearer's face. Further, the anterior module can be rigid for maintaining the lens in an optically-desirable orientation. Furthermore, the goggle can comprise an interchangeable lens mechanism to facilitate interchanging of lenses in the goggle.

Abstract: Eyewear, such as a goggle, is provided that can include an anterior module (such as a lens support) and an interchangeable posterior module (such as a faceplate). The anterior module can be adapted to support at least one lens in a wearer's field of view. The posterior module can be adapted to fit against a contour of the wearer's face and can be selectively interchangeable with the anterior module to modify at least one physical characteristic of the eyewear. In some embodiments, the anterior and posterior modules can be coupled by a suspension assembly in order to allow articulation of the posterior module relative to the anterior module for evenly distributing forces against the wearer's face. Further, the anterior module can be rigid for maintaining the lens in an optically-desirable orientation. Furthermore, the goggle can comprise an interchangeable lens mechanism to facilitate interchanging of lenses in the goggle.

Abstract: A barrier suit (10) comprises a one-piece suit for fully encapsulating a user. The suit has a main body portion (12) for fully encapsulating a user's torso, arms, hands, legs and feet and a hood (21) integral with the main body portion for positioning over and encapsulating the user's head. The hood (21) includes an integral filter respirator (46) through which external air can be drawn into the suit for breathing. The suit is made from materials which are non-permeable to particulates and vaporous gases and the seams are sealed. The filter respirator may have a moulded body (48, FIG. 6) for positioning over a user's nose and mouth, the body have sealing portions (49, FIG. 6) for sealing engagement with the user's face. The suit can be provided in one-size to fit a large proportion of the population and has various belts and straps that can be adjusted to provide a satisfactory fit for an individual user.

Abstract: Formed by a rear shield (100), which rests on the shoulders and the upper part of the back, and two front shields (251) (252), which rest on the upper front part of the torso, one on each side of the neck. Said front shields (251) (252) are joined to the rear one (100) by means of articulation, for example hinges (301) (302), whose axes of rotation are oriented upwards, towards the rear and towards the centre, in such a way that their point of intersection (01) is located above and behind them. Both the front shields (251) (252) and the rear one (100) can be fixed to the garment via union zones, and thanks to the special orientation of the axes of the hinges (301) (302), it is possible for the neck protector (001) to be put on and taken off together with any garment. The configuration of the protector permits a rapid fastening device to be incorporated for the various elements, along with a system of adjustment to different sizes.

Abstract: A drain cleaning and clearing assembly is revealed. The assembly includes an elastic tube and a cleaning head mounted to a sleeve-jointed part on one end of the elastic tube. The cleaning head includes an integrated inner tube and an integrated outer tube. A tubular opening is disposed on and penetrating two ends of the inner tube while a water inlet is arranged around the outer tube. The water inlet is connected with a columnar water outlet between the inner tube and the outer tube. A projecting stop flange is provided protruding from the bottom end of the inner tube. Thus water flow is ejected from the tubular opening of the cleaning head and the columnar water outlet respectively to form a water jet and radial water flow. Thereby stuff clogged in a drain is removed and a drain wall is cleaned by water flow.

Abstract: Various methods and systems are provided for external float extensions. In one embodiment, an external float extension includes an external adjustment rod configured to affix to a quick flush float of a dual flush assembly and an external float configured to be positioned on the external adjustment rod. In another embodiment, a dual flush assembly includes a quick flush float, an external adjustment rod affixed to the quick flush float, and an external float positioned on the external adjustment rod.

Abstract: A cleaning head for an in-floor pool cleaning system includes a sleeve with a top opening and an insert configured to be retained within the sleeve. The insert has a first body portion with an aperture wherein the first body portion is configured to fit through the top opening, and a second body portion that is configured to not fit through the top opening. A passage runs through the insert to the aperture. The insert has a first position in which it is retained in the sleeve. When water pressure is applied to the bottom of the cleaning head, the insert is moved upward to a second position so the aperture extends beyond the top opening in the sleeve and pressurized water exists the aperture to move debris. The cleaning head also includes a conical spring to bias the insert towards the first position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a valve for use in in-floor pool cleaning systems. The valve has a housing with an inlet port, an internal cavity and multiple outlet ports. A drive source, which can be an impeller positioned in the cavity and in fluid communication with the inlet port, is directly or indirectly (such as by a gear assembly) connected to a fluid control plate that has one or more apertures. As fluid enters the cavity through the inlet port the drive rotates the fluid control plate. As the plate rotates the aperture(s) rotate to allow the fluid to pass through the aperture(s) and into the respective outlet ports.

Abstract: A kit for preventing a swimming pool cleaner from becoming caught on a main drain cover of a swimming pool including a flexible clip-on protective device with a printed company logo and an installation tool with three cylindrical retainers. The installation tool mounts the clip-on protective device onto the main drain cover to force the swimming pool cleaner to tilt to one side, so that the suction forces of the swimming pool cleaner and the main drain will not interact with each other. The installation tool is made by injection molding with a uniform thickness of 0.165 inch.

Abstract: A portable swimming pool comprising a base having a perimeter; and a side wall erected upright. The side wall includes a top and a bottom, such that the bottom of the side wall is coupled to the perimeter of the base. The side wall incorporates an expansion system that enables the side wall to increase and decrease to different heights, and thus increasing/decreasing the depth/volume of the pool. The expansion system can include a zipper means that extends about the circumference or perimeter of the swimming pool.

Abstract: A bathing system with a molded shell has hollows in the shell. A canister installed in each hollow with jets mounted upon the front jet plate of the canister. The canister is of simple construction that is mounted in a hollow and is removable and interchangeable for easy upgrading and repair of the bathing system.

Abstract: Systems and methods for preventing water from freezing in a spa or hot tub featuring a spa pack having a pump, heater and controller connected to a spa power supply through a ground fault circuit interrupter. A sensor is used to monitor an operating condition of the spa pack that is initially electrically connected to the spa power supply in order to activate at least one freeze prevention device if the operating condition of the spa pack changes due to electrical disconnection from the spa power supply by the ground fault circuit interrupter. The freeze prevention device features a heater, a circulating pump or both, and keeps water in the tub and the piping associated therewith from freezing. A switching arrangement is provided for deactivating the system outside the winter season when freeze protection is not required.

Abstract: Device for distributing shower water in a closed circuit designed for a shower having a shower pan, at least one element for spraying water, connected to a water supply network via a device for controlling water flow, whereby the device includes a set of intake element and redistribution element connected to at least one element for spraying water, provided with an element for starting and stopping, and an element for closing the outlet for draining the shower pan. The intake element includes an intake pump also positioned on the base of the shower pan so that the pump is able to draw in water from the shower pan and to feed it back, via the water redistribution element to the element suitable for spraying water, the pump being isolated from the shower space by being arranged in a housing provided in the shower pan or essentially at the raised edge thereof.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a shower attachment capable of affixing to a standard residential or commercial shower enclosure. The shower attachment uses existing plumbing to supply pressurized water to a water intake, which in turn feeds a vertical assembly. The vertical assembly includes a stabilizing rod having a top end and corresponding back end. A pivot arm having a first portion and corresponding second portion connects to the stabilizing rod. A detachable shower wand is positioned at the second portion of the pivot arm, which is capable of receiving pressurized water from the water intake. In addition, a horizontal assembly connects to the bottom end of the shower attachment to secure the device to the shower enclosure.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a shower assembly which can be placed in a standard shower enclosure which receives pressurized water from the existing plumbing. Such shower assembly comprises a vertical assembly positioned within an outer housing. The vertical assembly includes a positioning rod which maintains a rotatable belt. A dispenser having a shower head with jet sprays is affixed to the belt and capable of moving about the positioning rod. Positioned proximate the positioning rod is a hydraulic turbine which engages the belt to move the dispenser about a user. The hydraulic turbine includes an inlet capable of receiving pressurized water and directing the pressurized water into a turbine wheel to position the dispenser. Optionally, the assembly can include a controller which directs both the hydraulic turbine but also the dispenser. The controller includes a processor, a memory device, a power supply and a display.

Abstract: A portable eyewash assembly comprising a keg-style container filled with liquid under pressure, eyewash components for emergency flushing of one's eyes, and an adapter connecting the eyewash components to the keg in fluid communication. Additionally, the eyewash assembly can include a handheld hose component for other, non-eye related emergencies connected to the adaptor. Additional components, such as a pressure gauge, relief valve and air in-take valve can also be connected to the adapter.

Abstract: A basin for use in at least one of irrigation, debridement, cleaning and other procedures on a subject's appendage includes a flexible body including one or more walls. A first wall can define an appendage contour, which can flex under the weight of the appendage, providing a comfortable seat that conforms to the subject's appendage. The body can be a monolithic, one-piece structure constructed from a closed cell foam. The body can include integral stiffening structures that enhance its rigidity yet still enable the basin to be flexible when adjacent another appendage or body portion. The basin can include a sloped bottom to direct fluids toward an outlet port for draining, and baffles projecting from the bottom. The basin can include a reticulated foam insert positioned adjacent the bottom, on the baffles, where the insert minimizes splash back yet adequately captures debris and other items washed from the appendage.

Abstract: An occupant transfer system comprising a bed including a mattress or other sleep support structure mounted on an endless loop of flexible material, the loop extending over a plurality of rollers or guide members extending longitudinally of the bed; drive means adapted to cause rotation of the endless loop so that the sleep support structure moves laterally across the bed so that an occupant located on the sleep support structure is moved laterally across the bed in use.

Abstract: A mobile patient lift system comprising: a frame assembly; the frame assembly including, a plurality of inter-lockable modular vertical frame posts, a plurality of variably lockable corner and vertical couplers, a top horizontal support bar with a lifting eye. The system further comprises a patient suspension bar; a lifting means; a driver bar assembly; two caster wheel assemblies with wheel locks; and optionally at least one horizontal stabilizer bar connectable between the modular vertical frame posts via T-shaped couplers. The mobile patient lift system is for use in lifting patients in hospitals, homes and other interior spaces.

Abstract: A baby carrier with an adjustable back plate comprises a main body, a back plate, a belt and a belt adjustment mechanism. The main body has a bottom wall, two long side walls and two short side walls. The back plate is pivoted on the bottom wall for support baby-occupant in a selected inclination. The belt has a distal end affixed to one side of the main body and an adjustable length for passing across underneath the back plate for retaining the back plate in the selected inclination angle. The belt adjustment mechanism is mounted on the opposite side of the main body for adjusting the adjustable length of the belt by pulling the free end thereof and pressing the back plate downwardly just under the instinct of the care-giver.

Abstract: A rocking device comprising: a base unit; first and second profiled tracks, each defining a close undulating path, the tracks being associated with the base unit; at least one track follower, arranged to interact with the at least one of the profiled tracks; a rotation arrangement to impart relative rotational movement between each of the profiled tracks and the track follower, thereby creating relative displacement between the track follower and the base unit; and a support unit carried by the track follower.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress for use on a truck bed is disclosed and claimed. The inflatable mattress includes left and right lateral sides. Each lateral side includes a recession dimensioned to receive a respective one of the wheel wells. The inflatable mattress also includes left and right side cushions disposed above and in contact with an upper surface of the mattress adjacent the left and right lateral sides, respectively.

Abstract: A multipurpose personal blanket includes a blanket member having a front side opposite a back side and opposed side edges connecting the front and back sides, the blanket member having upper and lower ends extending between the side edges. The blanket includes a padded area proximate the blanket member upper end. The blanket member defines a hole proximate the padded area configured to receive the head of the person therethrough. The blanket member includes an elongate configuration such that a torso, legs, and feet are covered when the person's head is in the hole. The blanket includes a foot pocket attached to the back side of the blanket member that defines an interior space with an open top for access thereto. The hole is offset from the padded area so that a user's head is supported thereby when a wearer is in a recumbent position.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus includes a frame, a plurality of casters coupled to the frame and supporting the frame above a floor, a wheel, a push handle that is coupled to the frame and that is gripable to maneuver the patient support apparatus along the floor, and a brake handle coupled to the push handle and movable to move a brake to impede rotation of the wheel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a control system for adjustment apparatuses that can be actuated by way of electric motors, which apparatuses are provided for beds, more particularly for hospital beds, nursing beds or the like, and also to a method for generating reliable control signals for adjustment apparatuses that can be actuated by way of electric motors, which apparatuses are provided for beds, more particularly for hospital beds, nursing beds or the like, with at least one control unit and at least one operating apparatus, comprising a manual switch for the patient, wherein the method comprises the monitoring and processing of output signals from the operating apparatus, and the generating of control signals in the control unit on the basis of output signals from the operating apparatus, wherein the monitoring and processing of the output signals is brought about at least in part by means of at least one processor in the control unit, and the method is distinguished by virtue of the fact that at least one co

Abstract: A pillow that can be manipulated into a variety of bent/folded/twisted configurations and can retain each of those configurations until manipulated into a different configuration. The pillow has a segmented toroidal shape and includes an envelope and a flowable fill filling the envelope so that the fill is under positive pressure throughout. The pillow has a plurality of constrictions that, in conjunction with the pressurized fill, provides the pillow with soft hinges that facilitate bending/folding/twisting of the pillow.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a supportive head and neck pillow with a supportive bone structure inside the pillow. The invention is used for head and neck support, and comfort while sleeping sitting up during transportation. It can also be used for head and neck support for people who have neck injuries, or to prevent neck injuries during transportation. The main components are made up of two things; a pillow with a bone structure support inside the pillow and a clip/strap system.

Abstract: An infant support structure includes a frame and a receptacle configured to receive a power source. The frame includes a hub and an infant support portion coupled to the hub. The hub defines the receptacle. A cover is coupled to the hub and is pivotally movable between an open position for providing access to the receptacle and a closed position for restricting access to the receptacle. The cover defines a handle portion for moving the infant support structure.

Abstract: Implementations for an infant sleep positioner are generally disclosed.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress for use on a truck bed is disclosed and claimed. The inflatable mattress includes a lower mattress layer with left and right recessions dimensioned to substantially surround the wheel well sides. The inflatable mattress includes an upper mattress layer dimensioned to substantially cover the lower mattress layer and the wheel well tops.

Abstract: An alternating pressure pad (1) comprises inflatable cells (9,10) supplied with air by supply lines (7, 8) from a compressor (2) via supply line (3). A pressure controller controls the output of the compressor. Also connected to supply line (3) is an angle detection valve (40) restricting flow of air to atmosphere with increase in its angular position and a pressure transducer (17). Any increase in pressure due to an increase in angle of the detection valve (19) results in back pressure in the detection line. The pressure controller (2) uses the pressure transducer (17) to detect this change in pressure and then acts to adjust compressor output to the cells (9, 10) accordingly. The angle detection valve (40) is positioned under the head section of the pad to move with the head rest section.

Abstract: A method of washing fabric articles in a tunnel washer includes moving the fabric articles from the intake of the washer to the discharge of the washer through first and second sectors that are a pre-wash zone. In the pre-wash zone, liquid is counter flowed in the wash interior along a flow path that is generally opposite the direction of travel of the fabric articles. The fabric articles are transferred to a main wash zone, and a washing chemical is added to the main wash zone. At about the same time, counter flow is reduced or stopped. The main wash zone can be heated as an option. After a period of time (for example, between about 20 and 120 seconds) counter flow is resumed or increased. In the wash zone, this is considered an intermediate rinse. After the wash zone(s), the increased counter flow after chemical treatment amounts to a pre-rinse.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a) a non-oxidative colouring agent for keratin fibres, in particular human hair, comprising at least one dye according to formula (I) or (II), b) an oxidative colouring agent for keratin fibres, in particular human hair, which comprises at least one oxidizing agent (e.g. hydrogen peroxide), at least one oxidative dye precursor and at least one dye according to formula (I) or (II), and c) a lightening agent for keratin fibres, in particular human hair, which comprises at least one oxidizing agent (e.g. hydrogen peroxide) and at least one dye according to formula (I) or (II), with R4 being a cationic group.

Abstract: An extension section for a ramp platform generally includes a first sloping portion including a lip releasably that is receivable by a lip receiving channel, wherein the first sloping portion includes a stepped surface configured to interface with a transition plate, and a second sloping portion oriented with respect to the first sloping section such that the first and second sloping portions converge to form an obtuse angle at their juncture.

Abstract: The present loading wharf comprises a compact structure (1) secured to the perimeter of the opening providing access to the vessel which defines, between the inner and outer faces of the wall, an intermediate space (2) for the placing of the protective means (4,5) and the folding ramp (7), with the possibility of movement between an operational position in which said means and ramp project from said intermediate space (2) towards the outside, in order to interact with the body or trailer of the vehicle to be loaded or unloaded, and a non-operational position in which said means and ramp are positioned inside said intermediate space (2) and are oriented vertically. Said compact structure comprises, corresponding to the outer and inner faces of the wall, frames (1a, 1b) for the mounting of an exterior closure door (3a) and of an interior door (3b) which is preferably of the raid-opening type.