Abstract: Footwear can be configured to receive an interchangeable ornament. The footwear has a footwear strap, having a length, width, depth, front side and backside, mechanically coupled to footwear in three places. A single centrally located hole is bored through the depth. An ornamental member with a single centrally located coupler is displaced through the single centrally located hole. The single centrally located coupler has a first end directed toward the sole, but displaced from the sole. The ornamental member has a second end directed distant the sole. The ornamental member rests tangent to the first side. A connector with a mating coupler is configured to engage the coupler of the insert, detachably joining the ornamental member to the footwear strap. A counterbore is formed onto the connector and configured to lie flush with the backside.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for measuring inside dimensions of shoes. In this method a foot model can be obtained after the processes of a plastic filling material being filled into the shoe, shaping, being taken out from the shoe and being restored; then more accurate data of the inside dimensions of the shoe can be obtained by measuring the foot model. Further disclosed is a measuring tool able to be used in the present measuring method. By using the measuring method and the measuring tool, errors encountered when going shopping for shoes can be reduced to the maximum degree by a simple operation, such that the problem that an ordinary consumer could buy a pair of perfect fitting shoes only if he/she tries them personally can be solved.

Abstract: Implementations of a removable belt buckle are provided. In some implementations, the removable belt buckle comprises a pouch configured to house a portable electronic device, a back plate attached to the back of the pouch, a first retaining hook extending from the back plate on a first side portion of the back plate, and a belt retaining ring extending from the back plate on a second side portion of the back plate, wherein the belt retaining ring includes a second retaining hook extending therefrom. In some implementations, the back plate and the belt retaining ring define an opening through which an end of a belt may be placed. The first retaining hook and the second retaining hook are configured to extend through the holes of a belt.

Abstract: A waterproof slide fastener with waterproof property in which covering the whole front and rear faces of a woven or knitted fastener tape with an elastomer, and fastener elements made of a thermoplastic resin are injection molded on the lateral edge of the fastener tape. In particular, a waterproof slide fastener that can maintain the watertightness and airtightness even when the fastener tape is bent in the lengthwise direction because, on the assumption that the minimum width between the outer end edges of the neck part of the fastener element in the lengthwise direction of the fastener tape that is a slide direction in which the slider slides is N and the width between the outer end edges of the body part of the fastener element in the same lengthwise direction is B, the value of B/N is between 2.5 and 3.5.

Abstract: The slide fastener attachment method includes: integrating, by welding or bonding, a fastener chain to which a segmented slider has not been attached and a fastener receiving member, and attaching the slider to the fastener chain after the integration. Thus, welding work operation efficiency is improved, and reduction of production cost can be expected.

Abstract: The present invention is a clip holder that can be applied to fabric or clothing, specifically shirts or underwear, designed to aid in maintaining the folded status of the garment. The clip holder has two horizontal, parallel posts with space between them on one side, which descend or curve down on the same end and then converge to form a single post in the center, which then turns horizontally in the same direction as the two posts above and is almost parallel to the two posts. From a side view, the shape of the holder appears as a “U” shape, which narrows at the opening compared to the interior of the holder. It is this narrowing that enhances the gripping ability of the holder on the folded garment. Because the narrower single post fits between the top posts, two folded garments with the present invention applied become easily stackable.

Abstract: A band permits washers or charms with center holes to be easily snapped on and exchanged, allowing them to be worn and used for adornment and decoration. The bands can be made out of a mold or can have the protrusions attached in a later stage of the production process. The band can be decorated by the washers or charms and can be held in place by the knob-like protrusions that fit through the center hole in the charm or washer. The charm or washer should fit tightly enough to not slip off easily, and not move around. The protrusion can have a cap-like design that is larger than the stem/post which can keep the charm or washer from falling off. The cap cannot be too big, however, as to cover the design of the charm or washer.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a coated jewelry article or a coated component of a jewelry article, comprising a jewelry article or a component of a jewelry article, a first metallic coating, and a second metallic coating.

Abstract: An open ended bi-fold money wallet allows easier viewing and access to the contents of the wallet by having one lateral end of the wallet opened instead of sealed. A radio frequency identification blocking interior liner protects credit card information from being stolen.

Abstract: In one embodiment of the invention, a multiple mode portable wheeled backpack includes: a backpack section and an extended trailing section that is removably coupled to the backpack section, wherein the extended trailing section includes a plurality of wheels.

Abstract: An electronic device case includes an upper shell having an upper edge, a lower edge, a left edge, a right edge and a center region surrounded by the edges. A lower shell is pivotally coupled with the upper shell and formed to include a frame configured to surround and hold an electronic device input peripheral. A number of grips are adjustably engaged with a guide track of the upper shell to support and stabilize any of a variety of electronic devices of different sizes. A number of actuation rods having first ends comprising knobs and second ends coupled with the grips cause translation of the grips along the guide track when slid along the upper, left and right edges of the upper shell.

Abstract: Disclosed is a handbag which can easily carry wet tissues and defecation bags for disposal of pet defecation when going out with a pet such as a dog. The portable handbag for pet defecation disposal includes a container (10) for keeping wet tissues, a container cover (10b) for opening and closing the upper side thereof, a defecation pocket (10c) provided on the outside of the container cover (10b) to keep defecation bags and an auxiliary pocket (10e) for keeping vinyl bags that have collected pet defecation. Further, a strap (12) is provided at the upper end portion of one side of the handbag, a first hook (11) is provided on the lower side of the strap (12), and a ring (13) is provided at the upper end portion of the other side of the handbag opposed the strap (12), so that the handbag can be fastened easily and firmly to the lead line of the pet.

Abstract: A jewelry box removably coupled to a handset for recording the image of a person opening the jewelry box or a person to whom the open jewelry box is presented.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hand held appliance comprising a body, a handle having a first end connected to the body and a second end comprising a fluid inlet, a fluid flow path from the fluid inlet through the handle towards the body, a fan unit for drawing fluid along the fluid flow path and a cable extending from the second end of the handle for supplying power to the fan unit wherein at least one wire from the cable is routed along a wall of the handle. The wall of the handle may comprise at least one recess extending longitudinally along the handle for accommodating the at least one wire from the cable. The cable may comprise two wires and the wall two recesses extending longitudinally along the handle one recess for accommodating each of the wires from the cable. The two recesses may be approximately diametrically opposite in the wall.

Abstract: A device for distributing at least one wire within a housing, comprising a central hub and at least one arm extending from the central hub towards the housing and wherein the at least one arm houses the at least one wire. The housing may be a tube having a larger diameter than the central hub. The at least one arm may comprise a pair of arms. The pair of arms may describe a Y shape. The device may be formed from a first part and a second part that may both provide a portion of the at least one arm and may both provide a portion of the hub. Also disclosed is a hand held appliance comprising a tube defining a fluid flow path from a fluid inlet into the tube to a fluid outlet from the tube and a device for distributing at least one wire to the tube.

Abstract: A product dispensing comb provides one or more internal reservoirs in the comb body, in which a hairspray, hair gel, water, or other hair application may be stored. The application may be dispensed through ports between the teeth of the comb, as a liquid or as an atomized spray.

Abstract: Containers are described herein for the transportation and distribution of replaceable consumer products, e.g. interchangeable shaving assemblies. The containers described herein include a mechanism to securely hold the container in predetermined open and closed positions. The interior of the container may provided features which serve to hold and protect the shaving assemblies when not in use, e.g., during transport or storage.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compass-type eyeliner including the left and right members (10, 20) coupled to the center thereof via a hinge (11); an eyeliner cosmetic container (30) grasped by the converging of the left and right members (10, 20) around the hinge (11); and an insertion/extraction device (50) installed within the right member (20) to pull/push a brush (40) into and out from the end of the right member (20). The present invention has an effect of drawing a line without departing from the round line of eyes by drawing a line along round line of eyes around a central point of rotation on the surface of the face so as to make eyes look naturally larger.

Abstract: An apparatus for retrieving and applying make-up is provided. The apparatus includes a housing; a rod member at least partially disposed within the housing and comprising an upper surface; an extendable tip member having a top end and a bottom end, wherein the top end is removably attached to the rod member; and a soft tip attached to the bottom end of the tip member. Preferably, the soft tip is configured to apply make-up to an individual.

Abstract: A set of cordless hair care devices provides a curling iron, a hair straightener, and a blow dryer. Each of the devices features a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. In a second exemplary embodiment, a caddy, which may be placed on a counter or mounted on a wall, provides a contoured storage cradle for each of these devices, with a recessed recharging plug.

Abstract: A combined backpack and removable carry bag is disclosed. The carry bag includes a front face, a rear face, an openable compartment and a rear panel selectively closing the openable compartment. The rear panel includes a rear face having a transparent window, a graphic compartment housing an illuminable graphic panel facing the window, and an openable inner panel wall. The backpack includes a front face, a rear face and at least one openable compartment and a shoulder strap assembly. The carry bag is removably receivable in a recess provided on the rear of the backpack. The recess is sized to cushion the carry bag.

Abstract: The invention relates to a load carrying system (1) to carry a load on the back of a human user, wherein the load carrying system (1) comprises a load carrier (10) for the load, two shoulder straps (17) connected with the load carrier (10) that go over the shoulders of the human user, a belt (3) to be secured around the abdomen just above the hips of the human user, and one elongated support (60) that connects the load support (10) with the belt (3), wherein the elongated support (60) has a width that is smaller than the width of the load support (10) and projects freely downwards from the load support (10) to form the sole weight transferring connection between the load support (10) and the belt (3) behind the back of the human user, wherein the elongated support (60) comprises a first bending section that allows displacement of the load support (10) with respect to the belt (3).

Abstract: A backpack including an external frame is provided. The external frame may include a pair of upright members and a pair of cross members. The cross members may extend transversely to, and may be attached to, the pair of upright members. The upright members and the cross members may be constructed of a laminate structure having layers of carbon fiber and wood, resulting in a lightweight, yet strong, frame.

Abstract: Cases are disclosed herein for mobile electronic devices, such as smartphones, tables, e-readers, etc., that have an integrated retention system. The integrated retention system includes a retention device and a retraction device. The retention device allows the electronic device to be secured to a user's clothes or other object by an attachment device at the end of a cord. The retraction device allows the cord to be extended from the case to a desired length and retracted into the case when not in use. The cases disclosed herein, when used to secure an electronic device to an object, can prevent loss of and damage to the electronic device.

Abstract: Attachment apparatus for mounting a pouch to the straps of a support article, such as a chest rig, harness, backpack or the like. The attachment apparatus includes pair of locking tab and cord loops mounted to a pouch that couple together around the straps of a support article to secure the pouch to the support article. The locking tabs have a main section and a distal end that folds back over the main section and is bar tacked together so that the distal end lays back over the main section to form a “locking end.” The locking tab extends through the tab loop and is interposed between the main section and the overlying distal end.

Abstract: A quick release assembly is provided with a plate member including two bent end loops; an inner plate including a longitudinal channel, a lateral receptacle communicating with the longitudinal channel, and a through hole; a shuttle in the longitudinal channel, an upper tunnel on an edge, a lower tunnel, a lug in the through hole, a slot through the lug, an upper narrow hole in the slot, and a lower circular hole in the slot; a first spring actuated detent in the lateral receptacle and having one end urging against either the upper tunnel or the lower tunnel; an outer plate including a longitudinal recess, and a hole member through the longitudinal recess; a lock mechanism partially disposed in the longitudinal recess and including a lever and a concave part; and a second spring actuated detent in the through hole, the slot, the hole member, and the concave part.

Abstract: A short wavelength visible light-emitting toothbrush with an electronic interlock control device preventing operation when the toothbrush is removed from the user's mouth. The electronic interlock control over operation is necessary to prevent accidental eye exposure to the high intensity light source with a wavelength in the range of 400 nm to 500 nm The light-emitting toothbrush activates upon formation of an electrical circuit between the brush handle in contact with the users hand and the brush head or brush bristles in contact with moisture contained in a human mouth such as saliva or water mixed with toothpaste but deactivates immediately when removed from the mouth, thus protecting the user's eyes from direct exposure to the high power light source contained in the brush-head.

Abstract: A toothbrush that enhances cleaning and user comfort while brushing. In one embodiment, the toothbrush comprises a cleaning element support member, or base member, that permits a head of the toothbrush to be comfortably received and manipulated within the user's mouth. In an embodiment, the support member comprises a head support having an overhanging portion and a portion free of an overhang.

Abstract: A golf club cleaning device (1) having a preferably pistol-shaped main body (2) with a reservoir (17) for storing a liquid (16), such as water and/or a cleaning solution. The liquid is pumped from the reservoir through a nozzle (9) by a trigger (13) which when pulled actuates a pump (15) and sprays the liquid on a head of a golf club. A brush head (5) attached proximal to the nozzle is used to scrub debris from the head of the golf club and to clean grooves located on the head of the golf club. Loosened debris may then be rinsed from the golf club head using additional liquid sprayed from the nozzle and the golf club head may be dried using a towel which may be attached to the golf club cleaning device.

Abstract: Disclosed is a toothbrush with a built-in toothpaste dispenser. In one embodiment, the toothbrush includes a tubular body portion having a first end and a second end. The first end includes a toothbrush head having openings that are in fluid communication with a reservoir disposed within the body portion, wherein the reservoir is adapted to store toothpaste therein. The second end includes a dispensing mechanism having a piston that extends into the reservoir. The piston is connected to a piston rod, which is adapted to drive towards the first end of the body portion when rotatably engaged via a knob. In this way, the piston can be operated move the toothpaste through the reservoir and toward the toothbrush head.

Abstract: A foldable table includes two runners and an injection mold table frame including a tabletop and a runner arrangement integrated with the tabletop. The tabletop includes a surrounding rim downwardly extended from a peripheral of the tabletop, wherein the runners are extended along two longitudinal sides of the tabletop to align with the surrounding rim. The runner arrangement includes a plurality of injection attachments integrally and spacedly extended from an inner side of the surrounding rim. A plurality of fasteners fasten at the injection attachments respectively through each of the runners to securely lock up the runners at the longitudinal sides of the tabletop respectively.

Abstract: A storage rack including a fixed rod portion, an extendable portion linearly aligned with the fixed rod portion, and a support portion configured to removably attach to the fixed rod portion and provide a supported storage area along the length of the storage rack. A storage system including at least a pair of said storage racks and a shelf member configured to extend between the pair of storage racks.

Abstract: A modular shelving system comprising at least 4 common elements, a head a torso, a pair of arms and a pair of legs, capable of being configured in various positions.

Abstract: Furniture includes a utilizing unit, a main supporting frame, and an interchangeable arrangement which includes a plurality of reusable decorative elements interchangeably and selectively coupled at the main supporting frame to change an overall ornamental design of the furniture without disassembling the main supporting frame.

Abstract: A chair back assembly includes a back shell member comprising a laterally extending top and bottom portions and a pair of longitudinally extending side portions extending between the top and bottom portions and cooperating therewith to define an open space therebetween, a cover having a first surface adapted to support a seated user and a second surface opposite the first surface, wherein the cover is positioned over the back shell member to cover at least a portion of the open space; and a back frame assembly operably supporting the back shell member and moveable between an upright position, and a reclined position, wherein the back frame assembly causes the back shell to flex in a fore-to-aft direction as the back frame assembly is moved between the upright and reclined positions independent of an external force being exerted on the back shell member.

Abstract: A chair assembly includes seat support and structures each operably coupled to a base structure, wherein the back support structure is movable between upright and reclined positions, and a biasing assembly exerting a biasing force biasing the back support structure towards the upright position, wherein the biasing force is adjustable between first and second magnitudes, and wherein the second magnitude is greater than the first magnitude. The chair assembly further includes an adjustment assembly operably coupled to the biasing assembly allowing a user to adjust the biasing force between the first and second magnitudes, wherein the adjustment assembly adjusts the biasing assembly between a first configuration corresponding to the first magnitude and a second configuration corresponding to the second magnitude, and an assist feature exerting an assist force on the biasing assembly, thereby reducing an input force required to be applied by a user.

Abstract: Disclosed is an anti-tip chair leg extension device that is attachable to the foot of a chair leg to prevent or reduce the risk of the chair from tipping over backwards. This feature of the device is especially beneficial when a child is using the chair. The anti-tip leg extension device comprises: a leg socket mounted on a foot plate, grip keys and leg grips. The lower (or foot) portion of a rear leg of the chair leg is received into the leg socket. The leg grip wedge and key grip combination releaseably grips the foot of the chair leg when the chair leg is received in the leg socket. The foot plate then acts to shift the distance of the moment-arm of the chair backward and away from the center of mass of the chair to reduce a tendency of the chair to tip backward.

Abstract: A support structure for at least partially supporting a user's head is described. The support structure comprises a frame having a head engaging portion and a shoulder engaging portion, the shoulder engaging portion adapted to spread the load of the user's head over a user's shoulder, the frame being shaped to the contour of the user's body from the head engaging portion to the shoulder engaging portion.

Abstract: A chair assembly includes a four-bar linkage assembly including a first linkage member, a second linkage member, a third linkage member and a fourth linkage member each pivotably coupled to one another such that the four-bar linkage assembly includes an upper end that is adjustable between raised and lowered positions, and an arm rest assembly adapted to support the arm of a seated user thereon and supported the upper end of the four-bar linkage assembly, wherein a lower end of the four-bar linkage assembly is pivotably supported from an arm support structure for pivotable movement, such that the upper end of the four-bar linkage assembly is moveable between a first position and second position located laterally outward from the first position and wherein the arm support structure is fixed with respect to the seat support structure.

Abstract: A bed is disclosed including first and second platform portions, the first including drawers and slideout features that are vertically offset to serve as chairs and a desk. The second platform portion supports a portion of a mattress and a panel for supporting the mattress. The second platform may include vertical supports flush with lateral panels of the first platform portion and may include laterally extending shelves and a horizontal support positioned to support the mattress. The drawers and slideout features may be mounted in modules positioned in rows to define the first platform. A slideout platform may slide out from a foot of the bed and may include a vertical panel that is flush with a back panel of the second platform portion.

Abstract: An inflatable product has a first layer and a second layer, each layer having a peripheral edge, with the first and second layers joined together along their peripheral edges to define an internal space for receiving air or fluid. Each layer has a uniform thickness throughout except that the thickness along the peripheral edge of each layer is greater than the thickness of the rest of the layer. A plurality of tension members can also be provided inside the internal space, each tension member having a first end that is joined to an inner surface of the first layer, and a second end that is joined to an inner surface of the second layer. Each tension member has a uniform thickness throughout except that the thickness along the first and second ends is greater than the thickness of the rest of the tension member.

Abstract: This invention provides a multi-functional supporting cushion, comprising: a plurality of pad portions, each of which having a circularly curved top end, the pad portions at the center being higher than those on both sides such that the top ends of the plurality of pad portions form a wave-shaped contour descending from the center toward both sides, a bolster being selectively formed from the plurality of pad portions or the plurality of pad portions being constricted from respective free ends of the two pad portions at both sides to make a circular loop. The supporting cushion allows a user's back, waist and neck to rest thereon or to be supported thereby. The supporting cushion is capable of supporting the user's head when serving as a neck cushion. It is put around the neck to protect the cervical vertebrae, support the nape of the neck and prevent the users head from falling aside.

Abstract: A layered cushion that may be fully disassembled for easy cleaning is disclosed herein. The sleep system is durable and fire retardant. The layered cushion may include a foam layer, a layer of void cells, and a cover. The foam permits fluids to move freely there through and contours to a user's body to maximize comfort and reduce interface pressure. The reticulated foam layer resists compression set and thermosetting. The layer of void cells also permits fluids to move freely there through and provide additional support to the user's body. The individual void cells of the void cell layer are perforated to allow the transmission of fluids there through. The cover couples the other layers together to form the layered cushion and prevents the layers from deteriorating. The cover is removable to permit cleaning each of the layers independently.

Abstract: A mattress assembly includes a first layer of viscoelastic foam defining an upper surface, and a second layer of non-viscoelastic foam supporting the first layer. The mattress assembly also includes a plurality of spring elements positioned beneath the upper surface for enhancing a firmness of the combined first and second layers. Each of the spring elements includes a first spring having a first spring rate and a second spring having a second spring rate different than the first spring rate.

Abstract: A method may comprise receiving, at a central controller, a command, from a remote control, to adjust a feature of a first component of an air mattress framework; relaying, from the central controller, the command to the first component; receiving from the first component at the central controller, an indication of the success of the command; and relaying the indication from the central controller to the remote control.

Abstract: The invention provides a portable baby supporting device designed to be used anywhere for taking care of a baby and can be easily moved and stored to anywhere. The portable baby supporting device includes a base and a platform rotatably coupled to the base. The platform can either be stowed to be in parallel with the base or opened to be perpendicular to the base. When opened to a use status, the platform provides a first supporting surface for diaper changing, food feeding, or entertaining, etc. Necessary supplies can be stored in the compartments of the base in hand. The portable baby supporting device may also be collapsed to a minimized size for storage purpose, or oriented upside down, so that a higher changing table provided by the platform is accessible.

Abstract: Embodiments disclose a secondary, supplemental, extra, etc. support system to help a parent secure an infant to the parent, wherein the supplemental support system is designed for comfort and flexibility. While a plurality of potential hazardous situations may arise while a parent is holding an infant, such as dropping, choking, circulation impairment etc.

Abstract: An infant chair assembly includes an infant chair, and an infant carrier installed on the infant chair in a transversally oriented configuration. The infant carrier includes a shell body adapted to be placed on the infant chair, and an anchor mechanism operable to fasten with the infant chair. The anchor mechanism includes a rotary shaft pivotally connected with the shell body, a release member slidably connected with the shell body and operatively connected with the rotary shaft, two engaging arms affixed with the rotary shaft, and the two engaging arms respectively having hooks operable to engage with the infant chair for locking the infant carrier in place on the infant chair. Actuation of the release member can drive rotation of the rotary shaft and the engaging arms for disengaging the hooks from the infant chair.

Abstract: A product display for use on a shelf is disclosed. The product display includes a bottom member and at least one angled member. The bottom member includes a track. The track is configured to support a plurality of products thereon. The at least one angled member is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the track. The at least one angled member positions the track at an angle with respect to an axis defined by the shelf. The angle is greater than 0°.

Abstract: A universal front-facing merchandiser is described having a front rail having a first mating structure and a plurality of integrated pusher and divider assemblies. Each divider assembly includes a second mating structure that corresponds to and mates with the first mating structure to couple the integrated pusher and divider assemblies to the front rail. The mating structures of each pusher and divider assembly and the front rail are movable between a first position where the integrated pusher and divider assembly is coupled to and laterally movable about the front rail and is not removable from the front rail without force being applied to the integrated pusher and divider assembly and a second position where the integrated pusher and divider assembly is secured to the front rail in a desired position in a manner that hinders lateral movement of the integrated pusher and divider assembly.