Abstract: A modified material for use with a capacitive touch screen is described. The modified material comprises a material impregnated with a composition comprising either a non-metallic and/or a metallic conductive agent with a binder. A variety of materials are contemplated, including, but not limited to leather. Also described is an apparatus and method of providing a conductive glove is disclosed.

Abstract: A customizable product includes an at least one of a base accessory and a base apparel item, the at least one of the base accessory and the base apparel item including an outer layer. A plurality of fasteners are affixed to the outer layer of the at least one of the base accessory and the base apparel item. An at least one modular tile is removeably attached to at least one fastener of the plurality of fasteners.

Abstract: An upper body garment with improved visibility includes a high-visibility face that is one of the front or back faces of the garment. The high-visibility face includes a first light emitter on a right shoulder portion and a second light emitter on a left shoulder portion. The high-visibility face further includes a first light emitter pattern formed by the first and second light emitters that grabs attention and visibly diverges when approached. The high-visibility face further includes a third light emitter that identifies the wearer.

Abstract: A portable pocket for a medical garment comprises a base panel, an outer panel connected to the base panel, and an expansion pleat provided on the outer panel. The expansion pleat is moveable between (i) a folded position wherein a first interior volume is provided between the base panel and the outer panel and (ii) an expanded position wherein a second interior volume is provided between the base panel and the outer panel, the second interior volume being greater than the first interior volume. An adhesive layer is also provided on the base panel. The adhesive layer is provided on a side of the base panel that is opposite the side facing the outer panel.

Abstract: Various embodiment of a body-top garment for removably housing a tube assembly is disclosed. The tube assembly has a first end that connects to a mouthpiece, and a second end connects to various types of devices. The body-top garment has an elongated pouch with a zipper opening for easy access to the tube assembly. The elongated pouch has a first opening and a second opening to pass at least part of the tube assembly outside the body-top garment. Optionally, the body-top garment has pocket with a horizontal opening to hold the various type of devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bracing strut for preventing pants from slipping down. The bracing strut according, to the present invention comprises: holders(4) on the left and right of the front side of a waist band (B) of a pair of pants (P); and sockets (5) formed on a buckle (5a) on the left and right of the front side of a hip belt (G) to be worn on a body, wherein the pants (P) are supported by the hip belt due to the bracing strut in such a manner that, after the hip belt (G) is fastened on the body and then the pants are worn, both ends of the bracing strut (S) are supported between the holders (4) provided in the waist band (B) of the pants (P) and the sockets (5) provided in the hip belt (G). According to the present invention, no pressure is applied to the abdomen because a waist belt is not fastened to wear a pair of pants, contrary to a conventional manner, and shoulder straps, are not slipped down because suspenders are not used.

Abstract: A hair increasing tool including two large-diameter portions on a line-member having a predetermined length with a certain distance, and tube-members which can be plastically deformed fixed to each of the near locations of the large-diameter portions. A line-member portion between the two large-diameter portions is defined as a plant-area and first false hairs are fixed to plural positions of the plant-area with predetermined interval(s). The tube-members are collapsed to be plastically deformed with the remaining hairs on the head inserted therein, thereby fixing the tube-member to the hairs. The line-member portion is placed along the surface of the head, and the line-member portion is fixed by knotting the hairs located at both sides of the line-member portion together as pinching the line-member portion at a plurality of positions. Accordingly, the hair increasing tool can be fixed to the head with sufficient strength and stability without using adhesive agent.

Abstract: Clip-in hair extensions, topper, and method for adding hair length and volume for individuals with shorter hair. The extensions and topper assist an individual to achieve natural, long, beautiful hair such that others are unable to accurately detect that the individual is wearing clip-in hair extensions pieces in their hair.

Abstract: A selectively extendable brim hat for enabling a wearer to extend coverage and protection from the elements over his face comprises a hat body defined as a wearable head covering shaped as a conventional driver's cap and having a front end, a back end, and a bottom rim extending around its perimeter edge, ear flaps, and an extendable brim defined by two discrete brim flaps which are hingedly attached to the bottom rim, each spanning from one side of the to selectively extendable brim hat to the area of the front end. In the deployed position, the flaps of the extendable brim additionally include an auxiliary flap which also can be flipped down to further extend such coverage over a users face provided by such flaps.

Abstract: A wearable helmet system with integrated peripherals may be provided. In some embodiments, the integrated peripherals may be provided without a helmet, but configured to be adapted into a helmet to form a helmet system consistent with embodiments of the present disclosure. The helmet system may comprise a helmet adapted for sports play. The helmet may be integrated with a plurality of peripheral devices such as, for example, but not limited to, at least one camera configured to capture video data, at least one microphone configured to capture audio data, a communications module, a power module, and a processing module. The processing module is configured to control an operation of the integrated peripheral devices based on, for example, but not limited to, instructions received via the communications module and a location of the helmet.

Abstract: The solar-powered signaling device contains a controller, a solar panel, and a display. The controller receives electricity from at least an external power source and delivers electricity and a text message. The solar panel and the display are electrically connected to the controller. The controller can be configured inside a helmet, and the solar panel and the display are attached to an outer surface of the helmet. The electricity produced by the solar panel is delivered to the controller which in turn powers the display. The display therefore is capable of showing the text message delivered by the controller. A motorcycle driver or a bicycle rider can wear the helmet showing a precaution text message to alert another driver or rider in the rear so as to achieve enhanced safety.

Abstract: The invention relates to a helmet that includes an outer shell and a cap, the cap being comprised of a material such as EPS or EPP and arranged inside the shell. The shell has an upper portion designed to cover at least the crown portion of the skull, the cap further comprising a first layer having a thickness covering substantially the upper portion and a plurality of pads of height projecting from the first layer towards the head, the first layer and the pads forming a single piece, and the height of the pads being greater than the thickness of the first layer.

Abstract: A portable brim can be securely attached to and operate with various helmets such as bicycle, skateboarding, snow sport, mountain/rock climbing, equestrian, and paddlesport helmets as well as hard hats used in construction, utility maintenance, material moving, dock loading, and airport baggage handling, to give the wearer shade and protection from the sun. The brim apparatus includes a center section having a size for fitting about a circumference of the sports helmet and a visor outwardly or radially extending from the center section. In one brim apparatus the center section features a stop surface that opposes an upper surface of the visor when the apparatus is affixed to the headgear such that the visor is prohibited from flipping upwards or sliding down or coming off during use.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device that provides the wearer a personal zone of cooling effect. Specifically, a headwear is provided that incorporates a stabilizing and aerating platform to house and support an array of photo-voltaic cells that in turn power strategically placed and positionable personal variable speed fans. The present invention also anticipates and counters the power decreases typically encountered by photo-voltaic cells when operating in elevated temperatures. The present invention also provides dual modality of use to provide a smaller photo-voltaic cell array in situations where a sacrifice in power is acceptable to limit its' size.

Abstract: A protective helmet including a shell on which are moveably mounted a shield and a chin guard, the chin guard being moveable between a closed position and an open position and having two lateral branches each provided with a guide in which is meshed a guiding finger fixed on the shell, and the shield being moveable between a lowered position and a lifted position and having two lateral arms articulated on the shell, the helmet having an automatic lifting mechanism of the shield configured to lift the shield from the lowered position during the closing movement of the chin guard and including at least a cam-follower system including: a rotary cam secured to a guiding finger pivotally mounted on the shell and connected in rotation to the corresponding lateral branch of the chin guard by cooperation of form with the guide, and a follower element secured to a lateral arm of the shield, wherein the cam and the follower element are at least in partial contact along a given cam surface.

Abstract: Alignment shoes which each include complementary distinguishing markings to allowing a user to quickly distinguish left shoe from right shoe. Applicant's alignment shoes include a left alignment shoe defining a base shoe with an insole that includes a left image indicia on the right, inner side thereof and a right alignment shoe defining a base shoe with an insole that includes a right image indicia on the left, inner side thereof. Accordingly, when the left alignment shoe is placed adjacent to and on the left side of the right alignment shoe, the left image indicia and right image indicia are position close to one another such that the two half images appear as a single integrated image.

Abstract: A foot cover according to various embodiments can be configured to fit and completely enclose a foot of a wearer. An opening is formed within the foot cover for receiving the foot of the wearer. At least one rip seam is formed in the foot cover. A rip cord is disposed within the at least rip seam.

Abstract: An ankle strap device secures a flip-flop or thong type of footwear onto the wearer's foot. There are first and second thong strap portions that secure to left and right parts of the thong portion of the flip-flop, and an ankle strap portion is affixed to the first and second thong strap portions. The ankle strap passes around the secures to the ankle of the wearer. The thong portions can attach using hook-loop material, snaps closures, or buttons. The ankle strap portion can be formed of two straps that fasten together around the ankle, or can be a loop of an elastic material. Favorably the ankle strap portion can be decorated as an animal such as a mouse, cat, bear, etc., or can hold a watch. The thong strap portions can be joined together to help secure a high heel shoe or slipper.

Abstract: An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

Abstract: An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

Abstract: An asymmetric pair of shoes to optimize performance during a sporting activity, the asymmetric pair of shoes, including: a first shoe having a first upper and a first sole attached to the first upper, wherein the first upper comprises a first support feature configured to provide increased support to at least one portion of the first upper during performance of a first predetermined action of a first foot of a wearer, and the first sole comprises a first traction feature configured to provide increased traction to at least one portion of the first sole during performance of the first predetermined action of the first foot; and a second shoe having a second upper and a second sole attached to the second upper, wherein the first support feature and first traction feature are not present at corresponding mirror-image locations of the second shoe.

Abstract: An Achilles heel wedge has a front part, a back part, and a longitudinal axis extending in a longitudinal direction between the front part and the back part. A first wedge section defines a bottom surface and a top surface. The top surface of the first wedge section forms a convex portion curving along the longitudinal axis and extending between side portions of the first wedge section. The convex portion is positionable under the longitudinal arch of a user's foot during use. A second wedge section is removably attachable to the bottom surface of the first wedge section. The second wedge section defines substantially parallel top and bottom surfaces and a ramped edge at or near a front of the second wedge section. The ramped edge extends downwardly and forwardly relative to the first wedge section and the top surface of the second wedge section.

Abstract: A mid sole arranged on an outsole having a tread surface, the mid sole including: an upper layer and a lower layer, wherein one of the upper layer and the lower layer includes a layer of a first foamed body having a thermoplastic resin component; in another one of the upper layer and the lower layer, one or two or more of a majority of a flat area of a front foot portion, a majority of a flat area of a middle foot portion, and a majority of a flat area of a rear foot portion includes a layer of a second foamed body having a thermoplastic resin component; and the second foamed body has a greater specific gravity than the first foamed body, and is formed by a low-resilience material having a low speed of recovering to its original shape after being deformed.

Abstract: An article of footwear is provided having an elevated plate structure incorporated in the sole structure and optionally including a fluid-filled chamber. The elevated plate structure can include an upper plate and a plurality of legs extending downward toward the outsole. End portions of the legs can engage an upper region of the outsole. The elevated plate structure can form a cage region that can optionally include a fluid-filled chamber substantially disposed therein. The elevated plate structure can further include a lower plate disposed at an upper region of the outsole, which can form a lower portion of the cage region. Portions of the legs can be integrated with impact-attenuating members in the heel region in various configurations and can provide features for the impact-attenuating members, such as support, impact-attenuation and adjustable impact-attenuation features.

Abstract: A resilient and shock absorbing element (1) which may be arranged in or adjacent to a shoe (2) includes first magnets (3) having a first fixing element (4) for fixing the first magnets (3) to a first part (5) of the shoe (2). Second magnets (6) include a second fixing element (8) for fixing the second magnets (6) to a second part (7) of the shoe (2) or in an area adjacent to the shoe (2). At least one first magnet (3) is displaceable in relation to at least one second magnet (6). The first magnets (3) and the second magnets (6) are arranged according to a Halbach array.

Abstract: An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

Abstract: An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

Abstract: An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

Abstract: A disposable insert for footwear comprised of a top surface and a bottom surface. The top and bottom surfaces are substantially thin and made of PP spunbonded nonwoven materials to keep a wearer's foot clean by absorbing sweat, odor and dirt. The top surface has a high coefficient of friction to provide good traction to the bottom of the wearer's foot during wear, especially for those individuals whose feet tend to sweat often while wearing shoes. The bottom surface has an anti-slip adhesive coating for allowing the insert to adequately grip the insole of a shoe without leaving a residue that could damage the wearer's shoe when removed, yet easily moveable in shoes as necessary. The present invention also provides a disposable insert composed of different colors and patterns to satisfy the fashionable preferences of the wearers.

Abstract: An adjustable heel support member includes a base portion and an extended portion. The extended portion comprises a lateral portion, a medial portion and a rearward portion. The heel support member further includes a fastening member that can be used to adjust the lateral portion, the medial portion and the rearward portion to resize the heel support member. In some cases, the fastening member may be an elastic ring.

Abstract: The interchangeable wedged heel covering device for modifying the appearance of footwear, thereby enabling a user to wear a single pair of shoes in a variety of styles. The interchangeable wedged heel covering device includes a heel cover that removably secures to the surface of a wedged heel. The heel cover is composed of a rigid material so as to form to the corresponding shape of the heel. The heel cover includes a lip disposed along the upper edge in order to stabilize and prevent movement of the device while in use. In an alternative embodiment, the device is composed of flexible material having an adhesive disposed on the interior thereof so as to removably secure the heel cover to the heel. The lower end of the device further includes one or more removable sections so as to adjust the length of the heel cover to fit various sized heels.

Abstract: A shoelace device is disclosed having an elongated flexible section engaged on one end to an anchor. The elongated flexible section is configured for traversing apertures formed on opposite facings of a shoe. The anchor is sized with at least one dimension larger than the apertures to form a stop for preventing passage of the first end through an aperture. The anchor has a first fastening surface configured for removably joining in a first engagement to second fastening surface located on the flexible section when the second fastening surface comes into contact is the fastening surface. A second engagement of strap portions can be achieved using combination hook and loop fabric as the second fastening surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a buckle system including a male subassembly and female subassembly that are designed to mate with one another. The male subassembly also includes a printed circuit board (PCB) that may mate with an electrical connector within the female subassembly, thus completing a circuit for providing power to an electronic device when the subassemblies are mated. The male subassembly is connected to a cable portion that, when pulled with sufficient force, causes the male subassembly and its PCB to disengage the female subassembly and its electrical connector. The PCB and electrical connector may also be connected within standard side-release male and female subassemblies, respectively, for use in standard side-release buckles.

Abstract: A zipper with stamped metal zipper teeth includes two zipper tapes each having a rib at one lateral side thereof, and metal zipper teeth mounted at the rib of each zipper tape. Each zipper tooth has two mounting legs located at the rear end thereof and clamped on the rib. The ratio between the width of each zipper tooth and the gap between the mounting legs of each zipper tooth and the ratio between the combined height of each zipper tooth and the associated engagement protrusion and the gap between the mounting legs of each zipper tooth are in respective predetermined ranges so that the zipper teeth are stronger or even smaller than conventional #2 zipper teeth and have a tight connection between the zipper teeth and the zipper tape.

Abstract: A slide fastener slider has a body including an upper wing, a lower wing and a coupling pillar mutually coupling the respective upper and lower wings. The slide fastener slider has been cast molded to have a configuration where the post to which a pull is attached extends over the upper wing substantially in parallel with the upper wing, and then a logo or a pattern or the like has been engraved on the upper surface of the post.

Abstract: A clasp for use in making jewelry comprises an elongated hollow tube having an opening at least at one of its ends and an elongated, Z-shaped slot having a first section extending from the open end of the tube to a first intermediate location, a second section extending approximately circumferentially from the first intermediate location to a second intermediate location, and a third section extending from the second intermediate location to a third intermediate location. Flexible decorative strands of material, having enlarged ends larger than the slot, can be slid into the opening of the slot and into the third section, where they remain unless deliberate manipulations are undertaken to remove the strands.

Abstract: A band clasp comprises a ratchet assembly at a first end of a band, the ratchet assembly including a plate having a rim that defines an aperture that extends along a length of the first end, the ratchet assembly further including a track that extends along the length of the first end beneath the plate, the track having a first side and a second side, the first side including a first plurality of teeth opposing a second plurality of teeth of the second side. The band clasp further comprises a pawl assembly disposed at a second end of the band opposite the first end, the pawl assembly including opposing pawls having an outward bias, the opposing pawls configured to engage the rim and opposing teeth of the track through the aperture to fasten the first end of the band to the second end of the band.

Abstract: An automobile umbrella apparatus for use with an automobile window includes a base member having an arch shape that nests atop the lower window frame of an automobile. A mounting shaft extends upwardly from the base member is length adjustable to span between the lower and upper window frame members of an automobile. A mounting fin is coupled to the mounting shaft proximate a distal end and has a wedge shape configured to engage an upper window frame member in a friction fit relationship. An umbrella pole includes a proximal end pivotally coupled to the upper end of the mounting shaft and an opposed distal end. An umbrella canopy is operatively coupled to the distal end of the umbrella pole and movable between a retracted configuration loosely surrounding the umbrella pole and a deployed configuration extending away from the umbrella pole so as to shield or shade an area thereunder.

Abstract: A water resistant device case includes a front and back assembly that mate to enclose an electronic device. The front assembly includes a rigid front frame, a touch screen cover bonded to the front frame, an inner bumper attached to the rigid front frame and an elastomeric main seal attached around a periphery of the rigid front frame. The back assembly includes a rigid back frame, an elastomeric over mold formed on an exterior of the black frame and an inner bumper attached to the rigid back frame. A snap tab attached to the rigid back frame mates with a snap hook on the front assembly to hold the front and back assemblies together when the device is enclosed within the case. A main water resistant seal is formed around a perimeter of the front and back assemblies by the elastomeric main seal on the front assembly being held against an inner surface of the rigid back frame.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stack of individually separable packages for a plurality of contact lenses, each individual lens being packaged between a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface is provided by a first one of the individually separable packages and the second surface is provided by a second one of the individually separable packages.

Abstract: A luggage cover device covers luggage to provide protection and facilitate identification of ownership of the luggage. The device includes a cover having a bottom panel and a perimeter wall defining an interior space configured for receiving a luggage bag therein. A top edge of the perimeter wall defining an opening into the interior space. A plurality of slots extends through the cover for extending wheels through the slots allowing the wheels rotate on a support surface while the luggage bag is positioned in the interior space. A slit extends through the cover proximate the opening for receiving a handle of the luggage bag therethrough when the luggage bag is positioned in the interior space.

Abstract: A collapsible support device configured to support an object in an inclined position, may include a base portion and an upper support panel. A hinge connecting the base portion to the upper support panel may be disposed at one edge of the base portion and a first edge of the upper support panel. The collapsible support device may be configured to be in at least one open position such that the base portion and the upper support panel are at an angle relative to each other and to be in a closed position such that the upper support panel lays against the base portion. The collapsible support device may be used to support the object at an inclined position in the open position.

Abstract: The invention comprises a roller set for hair care having a set of heated rollers, each roller having a diameter of at least 2 inches, a roller magnet disposed at an end of the roller and a detachable handle capable of insertion into a center of each roller, a release switch on the handle and a handle magnet attached to the end of the handle to secure the handle to the roller, wherein the roller magnet is attracted to the handle magnet and acts to guide the handle into alignment with the center of the roller. The roller set provide a method of volumizing hair comprising the steps of Inserting a handle into a heated roller, the roller having a diameter of at least 2 inches, removing a heated roller from a heated base using the handle and applying the roller nearly adjacent a root of the hair in order to smooth and volumize the hair.

Abstract: A hair holding device includes a frame member having two spring arms separated from each other, and having a root portion joint together, the spring arms each include a free end portion having an extension extended toward each other, the spring arms include an engaging element provided in the extensions and selectively engaged with each other for coupling the extensions of the spring arms together, the frame member includes a clamping blade extended along a longitudinal central axis (X) of the frame member, the free end portion of the clamping blade is engageable with the extensions when the extensions are coupled together, and the clamping blade includes a curved bulge for engaging with the hair of the user.

Abstract: A headband adapted for effectively holding hair back from a person's face without smashing or crimping a substantial portion of the hair at the top of a person's head. The headband comprises an elongated band having at least a top portion and two side portions, with the top portion defining at least two humps separated by a lowered restrictive component. In application, the lowered restrictive component engages the wearer's head and/or hair to hold the headband in place, while the majority of the wearer's hair is allowed to flow freely down the back of the wearer's head. In this manner, a secure hold is achieved, without applying significant pressure to the hair and reducing hair volume.

Abstract: A hair cutting tool used as a guide for cutting hair at a uniform length. The hair cutting tool includes a pair of plates pivotally secured together by one or more hinges. Each plate includes an upper end opposing a lower end and a first side opposing a second side. The hinges connect a first side of the first plate to a first side of the second plate so as to allow the plates to open and close. The upper ends of each plate are curved in order to rest flush against a user's head. A closing fastener is disposed on the plates so as to removably secure the plates in a closed configuration with a user's hair therebetween. A tab is disposed on the first plate in order to assist a user in separating the second side of the first plate from the second side of the second plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a comb, used in the professional field of hairdressers and hair stylists, inside which there is ferromagnetic material, to be used together with a bracelet with magnet-holder sliding modules; the magnetic bracelet, preferably in nonallergic material, worn on the wrist, is used as support so that the magnetic comb can be put away temporarily during the steps in which it is not used. The invention can comprise another magnetic support to be provided at the rear of the back of a styling chair.

Abstract: A razor storage device, for storing, lubricating, and protecting a safety razor, can include: a lower piece, including a lower interior cavity, a lower front cutout, a lower retaining ring, a protruding hook, and an upper protruding section; an upper piece, including a lower interior cavity, a lower front cutout, a lower retaining ring, a stability plate, and an extended portion; a hinge; upper and lower lubricating pads, including an inner foam core, an outer core with layers of polypropylene sheets, and an outer cover of a microfiber material, all impregnated with a lubricating oil, including a mineral oil, and optionally treated with an antimicrobial agent. The razor storage device can store a safety razor, thereby lubricating and extending the useful life of razor blades.

Abstract: A double-layered screen cap of a cosmetics container includes a lower cap and an upper cap pivotally connected together by a connecting unit. The lower cap is bored with a plurality of insert holes, and the upper cap is provided with a plurality of projections corresponding with the insert holes. Thus, when the upper cap is covered on the lower cap, the projections of the upper cap will be respectively and correspondingly inserted in the insert holes of the lower cap to hermetically seal the insert holes for restrictedly positioning the cosmetic material in the cosmetics container, able to prevent the cosmetic material from leaking out of the cosmetics container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic vessel including a discharge unit discharging cosmetics to an outside, and a discharge plate provided at one side of the discharge unit from which the cosmetics are discharged, including at least one discharge hole, and formed of a metal of SUS 300 series.