Abstract: A sole (100, 300) for use on an item of footwear (200) wherein the sole (100,300) provides a housing for a growth medium (40) capable of growing and maintaining grass (45). The sole (100, 300) is arranged to be fitted to a lower face of an item of footwear (200), the sole is adapted to retain a growth medium (40) suitable for growing grass (45), so that when fitted to the item of footwear (200), blades of grass project distally from the sole through a mesh (30). The user therefore has the sensation of walking on grass even if not on a grassy surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shoe, comprising a sole construction, which has an upper sole part and a lower outsole part and an air-pumping device having a pumping vol-ume, an air-supplying device, which is connected to the air-pumping device, an air-discharging device, which is connected to the air-pumping device, wherein the upper sole part, the lower outsole part, and the air-pumping device are de-signed in such a way that air in the amount of the pumping volume can be sucked into the air-pumping device through the air-supplying device from outside the shoe and above the upper sole part due to the unloading of the sole con-struction during the walking motion of a user, air in the amount of the pumping volume can be discharged into the interior of the shoe through the air-discharging device due to the loading of the sole construction during the walking motion of the user, and the pumping volume of the air-pumping device is at least 5 ml, in particular at least 10 ml.

Abstract: An article of footwear may include an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper, the sole structure including a midsole, an outsole secured thereto, and one or more plates embedded within the midsole. Each of the one or more plates has a downwardly-concave side and an upwardly-concave side. The downwardly-concave side may be positioned on a medial side of the footwear, and the upwardly-concave side may be positioned on a lateral side of the footwear. The undulating medio-lateral configuration of each plate may increase the overall support provided to a wearer's foot during a side-to-side or “banking” movement.

Abstract: The invention relates to a weighting device for footwear, applicable in footwear suitable for practising sports and/or for rehabilitation therapy, said device comprising a plate (1) of weighted material, preferably quadrangular and with a curved or angular configuration suitable for applying to the area of the instep of the footwear, a receptacle suitable for containing said plate (1), and means for attaching the device to the footwear to be weighted.

Abstract: An article of footwear having a heel system is disclosed. The heel system may include a medial heel member and a lateral heel member. The medial heel member and the lateral heel member may be disposed on a sole structure. The medial heel member may have a first rigidity and the lateral heel member may have a second rigidity that is different from the first rigidity. The difference in rigidity may provide different levels of support to a wearer's heel region. The medial heel member may extend from a medial edge of the sole structure to a rearward edge of the sole structure. The lateral heel member may extend from a lateral edge of the sole structure to the rearward edge of the sole structure.

Abstract: An article of footwear may have a sole structure and an upper that includes at least two layers and a plurality of strands. The two layers extend from a lace region of the upper to a lower region of the upper. The strands are located between the two layers and the strands extend from the lace region to the lower region. Additionally, the strands are unsecured to the layers for a distance of at least five centimeters in an area between the lace region and the lower region. The two layers may be secured to each other at portions located between the strands.

Abstract: A clip set for retaining the tightness of a laced shoe resulting from the tightening of a shoelace looped through shoelace eyelets of a shoe. The set comprises a pair of clip devices, each of which comprising a pair of thorough holes disposed thereon and a pair of opposingly-disposed, elongate, collinear, open slits disposed thereon, each slit extending between a hole and the boundary of the device whereby, a hole is rendered radially open via the slit connected thereto.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure. A set of tensioning members extend over the upper and into channels formed in the sole structure. The tensioning members travel through the channels and exit a rear opening of the sole structure where they may be tensioned using a manual or automatic tensioning device.

Abstract: A ring diameter variator for a ring-shaped accessory includes a case that has first and second pull-out ports in opposite end parts, a reel that is rotatably housed within the case, first and second adjustment straps that are each wound up in the same direction by the reel and pulled outward through the first and second pull-out ports and that are connected to one end and the other end of the ring-shaped accessory, and a spiral spring that rotatingly urges the reel in a wind-up direction of the first and second adjustment straps. Thus, it is possible to provide a ring diameter variator for a ring-shaped accessory that enables sufficient enlargement of ring diameter and that has a good appearance.

Abstract: A method to apply nano-crystalline diamond onto a selected substrate, including preparing Nanodiamond slurry of Nanodiamond particles dispersed in a medium. The medium may include a liquid or a sol-gel. The selected substrate is immersed in the Nanodiamond slurry for a predetermined period of time. Then the substrate is removed from the slurry. The substrate is then dried with a flow of inert gas. The substrate is left coated with a coating of the nanodiamond particles that are highly adherently held by van der Waals forces.

Abstract: A multi-substrate bracelet, a method of manufacturing the bracelet, and several tool assemblies used in the manufacturing process are presented. The tool assemblies include a cutting table assembly, a forming-device assembly, and other manual tools. The cutting table assembly is utilized to create an encasement blank from a stock of encasement raw material. The forming-device assembly includes both an encasement blank-forming male die element and an encasement blank-forming female die element. The forming-device assembly is used to form a metal pre-formed encasement blank from an octagonally-shaped planar blank. An insert is positioned within the pre-formed encasement blank. The completed insert and encasement assembly is formed into a semi-circular shape having a gap between the transverse ends of the encasement for placement onto an individual's arm.

Abstract: An integrally formed umbrella framework comprises an upper nest, a lower nest, a plurality of long bones and the same number of supporting bones. A plurality of connecting sections surround and are integrally connected with a periphery of the upper nest at equal intervals, and each connecting section is integrally connected with the upper end of a long bone. A plurality of connecting sections surround and are integrally connected with a periphery of the lower nest at equal intervals, and each connecting section is integrally connected with the lower end of a supporting bone. Each long bone has a connecting section disposed at the middle part thereof and integrally connected with the upper end of the supporting bone. The upper nest, the lower nest, the plurality of long bones, the same number of supporting bones, and each of the connecting sections are integrally formed of a same material.

Abstract: An upper nest and a lower nest of an umbrella framework each comprise a nest body and a plurality of pins around the nest body. Each pin is integrally connected with the nest body via a connecting section. Each middle disk comprises a pin, which is disposed on an outer wall of a sleeve and integrally connected with the sleeve. Each long bone has an upper end thereof coupled with a pin of the upper nest, and the sleeve of each middle disk is fitted over a middle part of the long bone. Each short bone has an upper end thereof coupled with the pin of the middle disk, and a lower end thereof coupled with a pin of the lower nest. Thereby, an improved member structure for an umbrella framework is formed.

Abstract: A control mechanism of a full-automatic multi-folded umbrella includes a bolt, a nut and a push rod disposed on the bolt and cooperating with the bolt. The push rod is connected with the nut and the top end of the middle sleeve. The lower end of the bolt is driven by a power source in the umbrella handle to turn clockwise or counterclockwise for the nut to be moved up and down along the bolt. The power source is controlled by a button on the umbrella handle. An umbrella opening/closing transformation ratio mechanism composed of two or three pull ropes is connected with each sleeve of a middle rod set as well as an upper nest and a lower nest to fold or unfold the umbrella.

Abstract: This invention relates to a type of sunshade that has the distinctive feature of allowing sunlight and heat to pass, but prevents the passage of ultraviolet rays. The device, of conventional configuration, has a film consisting of three layers. Each layer consists of copolymers. Additives are added to these layers to absorb and stabilize ultraviolet rays. The invention allows the user, at the beach for example, to sunbathe and feel its warmth, while being protected from the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays.

Abstract: A system for storage of an article of clothing intended for emergency use. The system includes a pouch formed of a flexible, waterproof, substantially tear-resistant, high tensile strength material, the pouch having a volume in a range of 400 to 1000 cubic centimeters, the pouch including a selectable opening and closure of a longitudinal opening of the pouch. The system also includes an article of clothing that is a wrinkle-resistant polymeric fabric, capable of selectable folding and compression to less than the volume of the pouch and which is press- or slip-fittable thereinto. The pouch includes a lining of moisture and heat-resistant flexible fabric adhered to an interior of the pouch, the lining fabric non-reactive with both the material of the pouch and of the article of clothing.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying foldable footwear that comprises a drawstring pouch having a side pocket that reversibly adjusts between undrawn and drawn states. When undrawn, the pouch is characterized by an opening at the top of the pouch that is dimensioned and configured for receiving a pair of foldable shoes in an interior of the pouch. When drawn, the pouch is characterized by a drawstring arranged on the upper portion sealing off the opening, thereby concealing the interior of the pouch. The apparatus further comprises a collapsible tote bag removably inserted in the side pocket, where the tote bag is configured to reversibly convert between unfolded and folded states. When unfolded, the tote bag is characterized by an interior portion that receives a pair of unfolded shoes, where the interior portion further includes a storage pocket. When folded, the tote bag is completely contained within the second pocket.

Abstract: A luggage case with two zipper pockets includes a case body, a first zipper pocket and a second zipper pocket. The case body includes a datum plane located at on an outer surface thereof and is provided with an inner storage space sealed with a case-body zipper. The first zipper pocket is connected to and opened or closed with respect to the datum plane by a first zipper. The second zipper pocket is connected to and opened or closed with respect to the outer surface of the case body by a second zipper. The first and second zipper pockets are located at the same side of the case body, the first and second zippers are located at different heights with respect to the datum plane, so as to prevent interference of the two zippers when they move to the boundary between the two zipper pockets.

Abstract: The luggage article described herein provides improved stability by creating an increased footprint at the bottom to improve stability. The footprint is increase by position the supports for the luggage article outside the perimeter of the body. The supports may be a plurality of wheel spinner assemblies. The wheel spinner assemblies may have an upright axis of rotation that is positioned outside of the perimeter of the body thereby improving stability.

Abstract: Expandable luggage devices are provided. Included within expandable luggage devices is an expandable backpack that is convertible between at least two positions. An uppermost cover portion of the backpack converts to a side or back portion when the backpack is expanded, and a secondary cover portion is withdrawn from an internal area of the device to enclose or cover the backpack in the second position.

Abstract: A cradle-cassette apparatus encases and selectively displays an electronic device such as a mobile communications device. The cradle-cassette apparatus includes a cradle and a cassette. The cradle is sized and shaped to removably receive such an electronic device. The cradle includes anterior, posterior, superior, inferior, and lateral cradle sections. The cassette is sized and shaped to translatably receive the cradle construction. The cassette includes anterior, posterior, superior, inferior, and lateral cassette sections. A hinge-axis is provided by way of cooperative structure associated with the lateral cradle and cassette sections. The cradle construction is thus translatably displaceable relative to the cassette construction for positioning the cradle-cassette apparatus in either a cradle-closed position or a cradle-exposed position.

Abstract: A protecting cover is provided. The protecting cover includes a first cover portion which is bendable and to which a first electronic device may be detachably coupled, a second cover portion which is bendably connected with the first cover portion and to which a second electronic device may be detachably coupled, and a third cover portion which is bendably connected with the first cover portion, in which the first cover portion, the second cover portion, and the third cover portion may be used as a cradle by being bent.

Abstract: The jewelry box mechanism is a unique method of displaying a piece of jewelry inside a jewelry box by raising the piece of jewelry from a platform at the bottom of the jewelry box and as the lid is raised it lifts the platform which is raised at the same time lifting the platform to the top of its motion cycle to the top of the box making a more dramatic presentation of the jewelry piece.

Abstract: A novel thermally insulated enclosure includes an insulated wall and a magnet assembly coupled thereto for mounting the insulated enclosure to ferromagnetic structures. In a particular embodiment, the magnet assembly includes a plurality of magnets coupled to the insulated wall. In another particular embodiment, the magnet assembly is a removable magnetic device that can be connected and disconnected from the insulated enclosure. In another particular embodiment, the magnet assembly is a removable magnet carrier that can be incorporated into the structure of the insulated enclosure.

Abstract: A luggage article may include first and second opposing panels each forming a major face panel, first and second opposing side panels each forming a minor face panel and first and second end panels. The panels together may form an article defining an enclosed space. At least one panel of the major face panels the minor face panels, or the end panels may define a groove adjacent to the periphery thereof. The luggage article may further include a first frame structure having a first frame member. The first frame member may define a ring structure positioned about the periphery of the at least one panel. The first frame member, the at least one panel, and at least one adjacent luggage panel may be joined together by a fastener positioned through the first frame member.

Abstract: A structure of a hand-carrying portion provides a method for excellent durability to use a bag for years. According to the present invention, a hand-carrying portion (14) attached to a bag main body (12) includes an outer side hand-carrying member (50) and an inner side hand-carrying member (70) overlapped to an inner side of the outer side hand-carrying member in a hand-carrying region (A1); ends of the inner side hand-carrying member are attached to an outer surface of the bag main body; and the outer side hand-carrying member has one and another ends attached to an outer side of the bag main body with an appropriate interval between attachment portions (72, 74), which the inner side hand-carrying member attached to the bag main body, in an extended region extended in a bottom direction of the bag main body from a region overlapped with the inner side hand-carrying member.

Abstract: A hair-highlighting device has a handle and a reservoir for storing a highlighting composition. The device is adapted to dispense a tape of barrier material and also adapted to simultaneously dispense highlighting composition via a reservoir outlet to a lock of hair. The device comprises a manually operated mechanism to expel highlighting composition from the reservoir such that when the device is in use a user may vary the amount of highlighting composition dispensed from the reservoir by varying the pressure that is applied to the mechanism.

Abstract: A hair-dye applicator for applying dye onto hair includes at least one retaining member, each retaining member having a leading edge. An insert is affixed adjacent an inner surface of each retaining member, the insert being flexible and resilient and including a plurality of slits, each slit beginning at a first end of the insert and extending into a body portion of the insert. The leading edge of each retaining member extends beyond the first end of the insert. The plurality of slits is unobstructed by the at least one retaining member, such that as a user's hair is combed with the applicator, the user's hair is caused to pass through the slits and dye that is carried on the insert is transferred to the user's hair without the insert touching the scalp.

Abstract: In some aspects, fingernail coverings can include a flexible sheet layer configured to conform to and cover at least a portion a fingernail, the flexible sheet layer defining a first surface configured to adhere to the portion of the fingernail, and a fingernail tip extension disposed along an end region of the flexible sheet layer, the fingernail tip extension being arranged to expose an area of a second surface of the flexible sheet layer to be installed over a proximal end of the fingernail.

Abstract: An automatic safety nail clipper, comprising a disc-shaped blade (5), a blade driving device and a clipper cover (4). The blade driving device is connected to the disc-shaped blade (5), nail inserting ports (1) are arranged on the clipper cover (4), the nail inserting ports (1) correspond to the disc-shaped blade (5), several nail inserting ports (1) are arranged on the circumference of the clipper cover (4), and the sizes of the nail inserting ports (1) are different from each other, and protruding arc-shaped sheets (2) are arranged at the nail inserting ports (1). According to the automatic safety nail clipper, since the plurality of nail inserting ports (1) are provided, a proper nail inserting port (1) can be selected according to the size of a finger to be trimmed. Meanwhile, the protruding arc-shaped sheets (2) being arranged at the nail inserting ports (1), muscles of the fingers can be obstructed from the nail inserting ports (1) for avoiding hurting the fingers during trimming.

Abstract: A stylus for use in the application of a cosmetic includes a wand member having a beveled end with a bevel angle and a second end opposite the beveled end; a cup member having beveled end with the bevel angle and second end opposite the beveled end; a connection member comprising one of a magnet or a metallic material, the connection member being fixably attached to the second end of the cup member; and a protrusion extending from the end face of the second end of the cup member; wherein the wand member and cup member are rotatably connected along an axis of rotation at their respective beveled ends.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing a fluid comprises a housing and a resilient liner adapted to hold the fluid disposed in the housing. A fluid transfer mechanism is in fluid communication between the liner and an applicator assembly mounted on the housing for dispensing the fluid on the skin of the user. The applicator assembly includes an actuator movable relative to the housing so as to activate the fluid transfer mechanism when the actuator is reciprocated. A fluid delivery element is held in contact against skin of a user for applying the fluid onto the skin. The fluid delivery element is supported on the actuator to be movable together with the actuator by varying contact pressure with the skin. Each movement of the actuator generates continuous negative pressure within the liner for drawing fluid through the fluid transfer mechanism and collapsing the liner.

Abstract: A consumer product comprising packaging including a product chamber and an outer jacket at least partially surrounding the product chamber; and an antiperspirant composition disposed within the product chamber, wherein the composition exhibits an average standard deviation of less than or equal to about 5 of penetration peak force measurements taken in accordance with a penetration test method as defined herein.

Abstract: A connection device between a distributor head for cosmetic product and a cosmetic product applicator, the device comprising a part for fixing to said distributor head. The fixing part being configured to be immovable relative to said distributor head, and a part movable relative to said fixing part. The device further comprising a connection zone between the fixing part and the movable part, said connection zone being configured so that said movable part is movable in rotation about at least two axes (X, Y, Z) of a orthonormal coordinate system (X, Y, Z) relative to said fixing part. An applicator head comprising such a connection device, a tube comprising such an applicator head and an associated applicator.

Abstract: A salon cape has openings for hands, and when worn by a customer allows the customer to use their hands while they are getting a haircut. This allows the customer to read a newspaper, a magazine, make and receive telephone calls, answer texts and emails on their phone, and much more.

Abstract: A tool belt assembly includes a spring assembly and a bag.

Abstract: A compression system for an ergonomic backpack is disclosed. The backpack includes a backpack body having a top side, a bottom side, two lateral sides, a body side, an outer side and a pair of shoulder straps. In the embodiment, each shoulder strap is connected at a junction of the top side and the body side, extended along the corresponding lateral side, threaded through the D-ring with a distal end connected to the backpack body at a junction of the outer side and the lateral side. The invention also comprises an optional back panel and an optional back support device, secured to the body side. The back panel and support device may be filled with padding material such as a gel, foam, rubber, fluid or the like. When the user ties the two straps, the backpack is automatically compressed and moves closer to the user's back The system, operated like a regular two-strap backpack, allows the user to carry heavier loads for a longer period of time with less fatigue.

Abstract: A hammock without spreader bars comprises a plurality of fabric panels. The fabric panels consist of cutout sections of a micromesh fabric of substantially biconvex form, which are attached to one another at their edges to form a bed. The biconvex fabric panels are joined, preferably sewn, to one another in a pretensioning position along the line at which the individual sections of fabric are joined, whereby in its suspended state the bed of the hammock is substantially open, i.e. laterally extended.

Abstract: Articulated as broadly as possible, the present invention is a device for the carrying of items and implement, the device comprising a firm but pliable panel, means whereby items may be attached to the surface of the panel in such way that the items are not obstructed from the reach of a user; and means whereby the panel may be attached to a user. The means whereby items may be attached to the surface of the panel is contemplated to be a pouch attachment ladder system (PALS) or one or more ammunition magazine retention devices integrated with the disclosed carrying panel.

Abstract: A wearable modular electronic device to maintain an electronic module proximate to a wearer may be configured to attach to a wearable accessory such as, without limitation jewelry (e.g., necklace/pendant, finger ring, earring, body piercing, brooch, wrist bracelet, and/or wristwatch), a money clip, a belt buckle, a handbag, and/or an article of clothing. A wearable modular electronic device may be configured as a clasp assembly for a wristwatch, which may be configured to replace an existing clasp of a wristwatch, and which may be configurable for multiple types of wristbands (e.g., strap-type and/or metal). An electronic module may include a battery and/or sensor, such as a biometric sensor, and the wearable modular electronic device or a surface thereof may be contoured to coincide with a body part of a wearer and/or otherwise configured to maintain the biometric sensor proximate to the wearer.

Abstract: A device for cleaning a surface (e.g., a barbeque grill, etc.) generally includes an enclosure having at least a lower side, an upper side, and a peripheral edge. The device includes a plurality of motors each having a rotational shaft selectively fixable with a rotatable brush. At least a portion of bristles of each brush projects below a plane of the lower side of the enclosure. The device also includes a circuit adapted for connecting power from a power source to each of the motors for a preset period of time upon actuation of an electrical switch connected thereto. The circuit is adapted to run each motor in a first direction and then an opposing direction, such that if the device becomes stuck at an obstruction, it will eventually turns around due to the alternating directions of the motors.

Abstract: A personal hygiene device and system for cleansing and/or applying lotions and creams to the perineal region of the body. The device includes an elongated curved handle having a proximate end and a distal end. A head receiving portion is integrally connected to the distal end of the handle at an orientation approximately at a right angle to the handle. The head receiving portion includes a first engaging surface. A brush head has a first side from which a plurality of bristles extend and define an applicator surface and a second side opposite the first side, wherein the second side has a second engaging surface. The device includes a twist-and-lock fastening mechanism for removeably fastening the second engaging surface of the brush head to the first engaging surface of the head receiving portion.

Abstract: A push broom head includes a body including an upper face, a lower face, a front face, a rear face, and left and right end faces. A plurality of sweeper bristles project outwardly from the lower face. A handle mounting block portion includes a socket adapted to receive an associated broom handle. The handle mounting block portion is located between left and right portions of the body. The body includes a plurality of open pockets defined in the upper face on both the left and right portions of the body. Each of the pockets opens through the upper face of the body and comprises a bottom wall. Each of the pockets defines a depth between the upper face of the body and the respective bottom wall.

Abstract: A silicone snow brush made of a head portion comprising of an array of silicone bristles set into a handle portion for removing snow from the surface of a vehicle. Attached to the handle portion are a hand grip and an ice scraper.

Abstract: A height adjustable desk can include a work surface; and at least one leg assembly connected to the work surface. The at least one leg assembly can include: a first member; and a second member moveable relative to the first member along a longitudinal axis; and a counterbalance mechanism connected to the desk and configured to counteract a force exerted on the work surface. The counterbalance mechanism can include: a wheel; a gas spring having a cylinder and a moveable piston; a wheel moveably connected to the gas spring; and the tension member is connected to the leg assembly.

Abstract: A support for supporting an object on a surface, the support comprising a base, the base adapted to be attached with or extend from the object. The base has a cavity extending therein, the cavity having a key portion. The key portion is adapted to engage with a foot inserted into the cavity.

Abstract: A stowage bin is provided. The stowage bin includes a bucket, a support assembly, and at least one translating pivot mechanism rotatably coupling the support assembly to the bucket, the at least one translating pivot mechanism including a first component integrally formed with the bucket and comprising a first pin and a first slot, and a second component integrally formed with the support assembly and including a second pin and a second slot, wherein the first and second components engage one another such that the first pin is received in the second slot and the second pin is received in the first slot. The first pin is static with respect to the bucket, and the second pin is static with respect to the support assembly.

Abstract: A shelving apparatus includes a frame structure formed with vertical members and horizontal members and a shelf adjustable between positions and supported, at each position, by the vertical members. The vertical members and horizontal members define a volume therebetween, and each of the vertical members include notches formed on a vertical surface of the vertical member. The shelf includes a frame; a product surface coupled with the frame; a first rod coupled to the frame and insertable into at least a portion of a respective notch of one of the vertical members; and a second rod coupled to the frame and insertable into at least a portion of a respective notch of another of the vertical members. The second rod is forcibly biased, by a biasing member coupled with the frame, against at least one of the vertical members.

Abstract: Provided is a prefabricated shelf which can be used to display or store various products or items in a shop or a warehouse, and may include, but is not limited to, vertical frame, a horizontal frame and a shelf panel. A horizontal frame having an engaging slot is engaged to the vertical frame having a plurality of engaging protrusions in a predetermined arrangement, thus easily and durably assembling a shelf without using a separate engaging member, for example, a screw, a bolt, etc., and if necessary it is possible to freely adjust the height of a shelf crosspiece of the vertical frame.

Abstract: A product management display system for merchandising product on a shelf includes using a trackless pusher mechanism that travels along a surface on which product is placed and one or more dividers for separating product into rows. The one or more dividers may be engaged to a front rail in two different conditions, locked and unlocked. In a locked condition, the relationship between the divider and the front rail resists alteration in any direction with respect to each other. In the unlocked condition, the dividers may be freely slid laterally along the front rail, while remaining perpendicular to the front rail. The one or more dividers may lock to the front rail through the use of corresponding teeth, resilient surfaces, a locking tab, a locking bar and/or a cam that may define a cam glide.