Abstract: A protective enclosure for an electronic device includes a hard shell cover that fits over the electronic device. The protective enclosure includes a membrane that is attached to the hard shell cover, the membrane configured to cover a portion of the installed electronic device. The membrane is located proximate a sound feature of the electronic device and the membrane can include an acoustic screen attached to an opening of the membrane, the acoustic screen configured to allow the transmission of acoustical waves to or from the electronic device through the membrane while the electronic device is installed in the protective enclosure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a card wallet for use with cards such as identification cards, credit cards, RFID cards. The card wallet comprises a base and lower and upper arms extending from the base. The lower arm and upper arms each comprise a channel portion and a protrusion disposed at an outer end portion. The base and channel portions of the lower and upper arms form a retention area. The protrusions moveable between a non-biased position where the retention area is closed and a biased position where the retention area is open. In operation, the protrusions of the lower and upper arms are moved to the biased position upon insertion of the cards at the protrusions allowing complete insertion of the cards and then return of the first and second arms to the non-biased position where the cards are retained within the retention area.

Abstract: A storage assembly for vacuum sealing objects in a suitcase includes the suitcase. A bag is coupled to the suitcase. The bag is positioned within an interior of the suitcase. The bag may contain a plurality of objects. A pump is coupled to the suitcase. The pump is in communication with the bag. The pump urges air outwardly from the bag. The bag may collapse around the plurality of objects so additional space is created within the bag.

Abstract: An elongated, flexible tubular container providing neck support for users during travel. The interior of the container is accessible through one or more openings at one or both ends of the container. The openings can be secured with angled zipper closures. Clothing items are inserted into the interior of the container during packing, and during travel, the container can be bent or arranged in a horseshoe shape or C-shape around the users neck or other body parts. The ends of the container may be secured to each other to hold the container in place. When the clothing is removed, the container is collapsed.

Abstract: The exemplary embodiments provide a luggage device having opposing front and rear sides, a telescoping handle attached to the rear side, and a left side and an opposing right side which are substantially perpendicular to the front and right sides. The device preferably includes a deployable work surface extending from at least one of the left and right sides. In some embodiments, the work surface is comprised of a first portion extending from the left side and a second portion extending from the right side. A compartment may be placed on each side to accept one or more support arms which may be hingedly fastened to each portion of the work surface.

Abstract: A steam gel polish and/or nail polish remover includes a main body and an end cover; the main body includes a shell, a vaporizer in the shell and a pot liner to contain the polish removing solution; at least one opening is on the surface of the end cover for accommodating human fingers; the inner surface of the end cover is covered with a silicone rubber sealing ring, containing at least one insertion hole to respectively coordinate with the opening; when human fingers are pushed into the at least one opening, the fingers will be tightly pressed and fit to the at least one insertion hole.

Abstract: This applicator comprises a base (22) and a product applicator tongue (25) that projects from the base (22) along an axis (A-A?), said tongue (25) defining a central cavity (30). It comprises a massage element (32) disposed in the central cavity (30), with the massage (32) element and the tongue (25) defining therebetween in the cavity (30) an intermediary product retaining space (33). The massage element (32) and the tongue (25) can move in relation to one another transversally in relation to the axis (A-A?).

Abstract: The invention relates to an applicator for applying a liquid medium, in particular a liquid decorative medium in the cosmetic field, including at least one first section having an applicator head, at least one second section adapted to receive at least one reservoir container for the liquid medium. The reservoir container includes at least one piston and at least one third section having at least one advancing mechanism for emptying the reservoir container by moving the piston. The at least one advancing mechanism can be driven by at least one electrical gear motor. The at least one electrical gear motor is arranged together with the advancing mechanism in the at least one third section of the applicator.

Abstract: A casing is provided that comprises a base (30), a lid (32) which is movable between a closure configuration. The base (30) and the lid (32) delimit an internal volume for receiving a cosmetic article and a configuration for access to the receiving volume. It comprises an insert (36) arranged in the receiving volume, the insert (36) being movable relative to the base (30) and relative to the lid (32) towards an intermediate position which is disengaged from the base (30) and disengaged from the lid (32) in the access configuration. The casing (10) comprises a releasable retainer (40) for retaining the insert (36) by friction in a position engaged on the lid (32), the lid (32) being capable of moving the insert (36) by means of the friction type retainer (40) over at least a portion of the travel of the lid (32) between the closure and access configurations.

Abstract: A molded applicator is provided. The applicator includes a molded core having a number of application elements provided thereon. The molded core has a number of troughs and crests disposed in an alternate manner with respect to each other on two opposite sides of a longitudinal axis of the applicator. Further, the applicator head includes a number of application elements provided on a surface of each of the troughs and the crests on the molded core.

Abstract: An adjustable and portable mirror apparatus includes an elongate support member having upper and lower ends and a tubular configuration. A roller assembly is operatively coupled to the lower end of the support member, the roller assembly having a plurality of castor wheels displaced from the lower end of the support member and spaced apart from one another. A tri-fold mirror assembly is mounted atop the upper end of the support member, the tri-fold mirror assembly including a center mirror panel intermediate a pair of side mirror panels, each side mirror panel being pivotally movable between retracted configurations sharing a common plane with the center mirror panel and deployed configurations angularly offset relative to the center panel.

Abstract: A backpack includes a strapping member and a base structure. At least two straps are disposed on a first surface of the strapping member and at least one pivotal structure is disposed on a second surface thereof. The base structure includes a plate member, at least one storing structure, and at least one containing structure. The plate member is pivoted to the strapping member via the pivotal structure. The storing structure and the containing structure are disposed on a second surface of the plate member which corresponds to the second surface of the strapping member. The containing structure includes an upper containing structure and a lower containing structure for accommodating fluid. A connecting structure is connected between the upper containing structure and the lower containing structure, and a stopper structure is disposed on the connecting structure.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a hammock made of a flexible piece of material whose ends can be gathered into endpoints where the suspension system is attached so that the hammock can be suspended between two points (trees/posts/etc). The hammock is covered with a flexible material (such as mosquito netting/fabric/etc) so that the hammock is enclosed. On one or both sides of the hammock an adapter panel is attached between the canopy and the hammock body.

Abstract: A retaining device for a mobile multimedia terminal, including: at least one retaining arm having first and second ends; retaining arrangement for fastening the retaining arm to substantially any commercially available headgear, are arranged at the first end; a receiving and retaining device for the multimedia terminal is located at the second end; the receiving and retaining device is arranged or adjustable in relation to the retaining arm such that at least the graphic display apparatus of a multimedia terminal received therein is substantially centered in the field of view of a user after the retaining arm has been fastened to the headgear. The retaining arrangement includes: at least two fastening arms that extend rearward from a fastening point at the first end of the retaining arm on a respective side of the headgear and interact with the headgear in a form or force-fitting fashion. At least one additional fastening element fixes the retaining arm with respect to the headgear.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for supporting an electronic device. The apparatus includes a post and a post receiving space. The post is couplable to either an article of jewelry or an electronic device and is made of a first material. The post receiving space is positioned within either of the article of jewelry, a jewelry coupling base, or an electronic device coupling base. The post receiving space is defined by a second material. The first material and the second material are made a material selected from a magnetic material and a ferromagnetic material. The post is receivable within the post receiving space to releasably couple the article of jewelry to the electronic device.

Abstract: An illuminating toothbrush for illuminating the inside of a users mouth while the user brushes her teeth and/or gums. The illuminating toothbrush comprises a conventional toothbrush having elongated handle portion and bristle head portion modified with a lighting element connected to an internal battery compartment and a manually actuated momentary switch. The lighting element is positioned on the handle portion to enable it to direct light towards the bristle head, configuring it to illuminate the mouth of a user when the bristle head is in the user's mouth. In operation, when the manual switch is depressed through the application of manual pressure, the lighting element illuminates and when the manual pressure is removed, the lighting element ceases to illuminate.

Abstract: A removable brush apparatus is configured to be attached to a user's existing footwear to enable the user to effectively and easily brush away dirt or debris from a surface without the need for a separate brush or for the user to bend over to reach the surface. The brush apparatus is formed by a housing having a plurality of bristles provided on a base surface thereof and having an engagement area for interfacing with the user's footwear. The engagement area may take the form of apertures for threading shoelaces, or may have a pair of slots and a securing strap capable of adjusting the size of the housing in order to effect a secure fit to the footwear.

Abstract: A portable desk includes a main body having a generally planar top surface, and a plurality of sides. A generally T-shaped engagement member extends linearly from the front side of the main body and is selectively engageable with a pair of parallel rods on a rolling suitcase. The portable desk also includes a cup holder and a hinge for folding the device for storage. The portable desk also includes a second body section positioned beneath the main body. The second body section is resilient and forms a pocket area between the main body and the second body section.

Abstract: A fixture adapted for attachment to a movable surface, for retaining or storing elongated objects, includes a set of two fixture members. Each fixture member has (a) at least a leg portion for attaching to the movable surface; and (b) a body portion adapted to include one or more openings extending therethrough. At least one opening is adapted for receiving one end of an elongated object. The surface is movable from a first position that is within reach of a user to a second position that is out of reach of, but is accessible by, the user such that the fixture allows for utilization of limited space.

Abstract: A fishing rod stand is provided. The fishing rod stand includes a base member and a pivoting member pivotally secured to the base member. The base member includes a top end and a bottom end opposite the top end. A plurality of tubes are secured to the base member. The plurality of tubes are sized to receive at least a portion of a handle of a fishing rod. The pivoting member includes an expanded position and a retracted position. The expanded position includes the pivoting member pivoted away from the base member and supporting the base member in an upright angled position when resting on a surface. The retracted position includes the pivoting member pivoted towards the base member.

Abstract: A wall rail system for hanging and aligning cabinets has a wall rail member and a cabinet bracket member. The wall rail member is mounted to a wall. The cabinet bracket member is mounted to an upper back portion of a cabinet. An upper portion of the cabinet bracket member is constructed and arranged for insertion into the lower portion of the wall rail member. The upper portion of the cabinet bracket member is retained within the lower portion of the wall rail member, which aligns the cabinet for mounting to the wall.

Abstract: A wall rail system for hanging and aligning cabinets has a wall mounting rail and a cabinet mounting bracket. The wall mounting rail is mounted to a wall. The cabinet mounting bracket is mounted to an upper back portion of a cabinet. An upper portion of the cabinet mounting bracket is constructed and arranged for receiving a portion of the wall mounting rail. The upper portion of the cabinet mounting bracket is retained within the portion of the wall mounting rail, which aligns the cabinet for mounting to the wall.

Abstract: A flip core door assembly comprises an outer frame structure, inner panel and a plurality of flexible strips. The outer frame structure includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, and a pair of opposing frame members. The inner panel includes a front side, a rear side, an upper side member, a lower side member and a pair of opposing side members. The inner panel is adaptable to place in an open space of the outer frame structure. The plurality of flexible strips is attached to the upper side member, the lower side member and the pair of opposing side members. The plurality of flexible strips is adaptable to secure the inner panel air tightly with the outer frame structure which allows a user to easily remove the inner panel thereby flipping the inner panel within the outer frame structure.

Abstract: Furniture having a panel welded to frame elements whereby the welding is not visible from the exterior. The panel may have decorative features created by stamping, cutting, punching, or perforating. The construction methodology is useful for chairs, barstools, loungers, and ottomans as well as a variety of other furniture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a folding sofa, comprising a sofa body and support legs on both sides; the support leg is composed of movably, cross hinged front support rods and rear support rods, the front support rod is higher than the rear support rod, and the higher part forms a backrest section. The sofa body is made from a soft fabric through processing and forming, comprises an integrated seat cushion, armrest and backrest; where, the outer side of the backrest and armrest are respectively provided with a backrest cover and an armrest cover. The front and rear support rods directly support the sofa body, the seat cushion is lifted by the backrest and armrest for forming, is comfortable to sit, and forms the wide volume peculiar to sofa with the aid of the backrest cover and armrest cover.

Abstract: A headrest for universal folding chairs comprises a fixed seat fixedly attachable to the top of the backrest of the folding chair and a headrest, where the headrest is located in the fixed seat by a support rod member. This utility model provides a clever and rational design, and expands the use function of folding chairs. Where, the headrest is fixedly attached to the top of the backrest of the folding chair with the help of a fixed seat, so as to provide a head support at the time of rest. Moreover, the supporting angle of the headrest is properly adjustable relative to the fixed seat, so as to achieve a more comfortable experience.

Abstract: A linkage mechanism provides motion capabilities for various chair types. For example, a linkage mechanism includes a combination of links that facilitate ottoman extension/closing and backrest recline/incline. In addition a linkage mechanism includes a compact design that is usable with hi-leg style chairs having a relatively low seat height.

Abstract: A support member may include a body having a first end, a second end, and a base there between. The body further includes a protuberance on the body proximate the first end and a bulbous region proximate the second end. A seating surface is defined between the protuberance and the bulbous region and is configured on an opposing side of the body from the base. A connection feature may be configured in the body to provide rigidity between opposing sides thereof. The first end defines a first face and the first face is configured to abut a structure Likewise, the base is configured to abut a surface on which the structure is placed. Friction members on the first face and the base can increase the resistance to movement between the support member, the structure, and the surface on which the support member and the structure are placed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a bed and related apparatus that is adaptable by the user to permit the creation and modification of the bed environment to any desired theme, location, activity or scenario. Some embodiments of the invention provide an adaptable bed and related apparatus comprising a frame extending between a footboard and a headboard structure, where the frame provides or supports an area for sleeping such as a mattress. The footboard and headboard have opposite facing surface areas any one of which can include an apparatus for displaying at least one image to a user. The apparatus can include a first apparatus coupled to the headboard and a second apparatus coupled to the footboard. In some embodiments, either the first or the second apparatus can be adapted to display an image to a user that may be electronically generated, or may be non-electronic.

Abstract: An individually pocketed coil spring for use in a bedding or seating product, is disclosed, as well as pocket spring mattresses including such pocketed coil springs. The individually pocketed coil spring include: a coil spring having an upper end and a lower end; a casing forming a pocket enclosing said coil spring; and a cushioning pad located above said upper end of the coil spring. The casing provides a first compartment enclosing the coil spring, and a second compartment enclosing the cushioning pad. The first and second compartments are separated from each other.

Abstract: A method and system enabling delivery of a sleep therapy type is provided. The method includes receiving a value of a parameter measured by physical sensors while a mammal is in contact with a first subset of the physical sensors. A second subset of the physical sensors, whose received value differs from a predetermined reference value of an environmental parameter, is determined. A physical part subset of the second subset, corresponding to a specified body part, is determined by utilizing the second subset and virtual data for identifying virtual sensors spatially distributed to map a space occupied by the mammal's body parts. In response, a therapy device positioned in sufficiently close proximity to the specified body part to effectively deliver the specified therapy type to the specified body part is determined and a control signal is generated and transmitted to the therapy device.

Abstract: The main purpose of the pillow is for nursing mothers who want or need to lie down to breast feed their babies. Normally a mother will have to change sides when feeding a baby while lying down to allow the baby to nurse on both breasts. The mother must either reposition herself or move the baby. This pillow eliminates that problem allowing the mother and baby to comfortably stay in one place. The pillow is also very versatile in its configurations making it a multifunctional pillow with very little to be done by the user. The formable pillow having a buckwheat hull filling provides safe comfortable support for the mother and babies of all ages in many ways.

Abstract: A transparent display device, comprising a display panel for transparency display, a base and a system light source; one side edge of the display panel being mounted to the base; the system light source comprising a first light source; wherein the first light source is mounted on a side edge of the display panel away from the base, and/or is mounted to the base and located at the light incident side of the display panel, light emitted from the first light source is irradiated onto the display panel after reflection by an object placed at the light incident side of the display panel to form a spatial light.

Abstract: A door for a refrigerated cabinet has an insulated glass unit of rectangular shape mounted in a pair of horizontally disposed aluminum rails and a pair of vertically disposed plastic rails connected to and across the pair horizontally disposed rails. A plastic breaker is mounted on each aluminum rail and a sealing gasket of open rectangular shape is mounted in each breaker and in each plastic rail to seal against a planar surface of the refrigerated cabinet in the closed position of the door.

Abstract: A vertically adjustable rotary shelf assembly for use within a corner cabinet is provided. The shelf assembly includes an inner pole telescopically engaged with an outer pole. Disc shaped shelves are adjustably attached. A first height adjustment assembly provides a “macro” adjustment between the inner pole and the outer pole. A second height adjustment assembly provides a “micro” adjustment. The second height adjustment provides a shaft having a threaded section, a thumbwheel threadably engaged with the threaded section, and a two lobed cam. Rotation of the thumbwheel adjusts the vertical position of the outer pole, the shelves, and an attached cabinet face to align the cabinet face with the adjacent cabinets. A flexible cam follower is provided. The flexible cam follower engages the two lobed cam to bias the cabinet face in a “home” position.

Abstract: A storage system comprising an inner rod, an outer body, an upper foot, a lower foot, and a one or more pegs. Said outer body rotatably attaches to said inner rod. Said upper foot and said lower foot press against a ceiling and a ground surface. Said inner rod comprises a tension rod having a variable length. Said one or more pegs extend out from said outer body.

Abstract: Fence panel display systems can include a unitary foundation including a plurality of steps, at least one rail extending along the width of one of the steps, and at least two clamp assemblies adjustably coupled to the rail. A fence panel can be clamped to the foundation using the clamp assemblies by adjusting the clamp assemblies along the width of the step and by adjusting protrusions extending from main bodies of the clamp assemblies in a direction perpendicular to the width of the step.

Abstract: A secure, single-pivot hanger for picture frames or like objects. The invention includes a top-center alignment slot so it can quickly and accurately be placed directly over the object's, previously measured and marked, top midpoint. Adhesive on the hanger's back is used to hold the hanger in position on the object before being nailed in place. Two pre-located holes assure that fastener nails will be self-stabilized in an upright starting position and guided in a straight line as they are driven into the back of the object. Once attached, the hanger's catch lip and relief space will allow it to securely rest on a screw, anchor nail, or the like between the back of the hanging object and the vertical surface it is being suspended from. The hanger can easily and safely rotate around its single pivot point to adjust for final leveling.

Abstract: A memory quilt and method for assembling the same are provided. The method includes forming a first layer including a first signature panel, and providing a marking implement configured to confer a permanent mark on the first signature panel. The method also includes forming a retainer including a first loop and a second loop, each coupled to the first signature panel, wherein the first loop is sized to retain the marking implement therein, and wherein the second loop is sized to extend around and retain the memory quilt therein.

Abstract: A tray for picnics and buffets that secures and stabilizes (anchors) tableware items is described that has a planar tray top with crossing inverted T-slots openings that accommodate anchoring slider tabs that present top attachment surfaces adapted for securing and anchoring tableware placed on the tray top at variable positions along the inverted T-slots. The bottom of the describe tray has an integral downturned peripheral rim sized slightly greater than the planar tray tops enabling a number of such trays to be stably stacked and stored.

Abstract: A dual-action drink-through cup lid having a first drink-through opening on a first raised area and a fold-back tab substantially opposite the first drink-through opening and capable of exposing a second drink-through opening when the fold-back tab is folded back. A single-action drink-through cup lid is also disclosed having a fold-back tab that exposes a semicircular drink-through opening. Both dual-action and single-action lids disclosed herein have optional lock-back features to secure one or both drink-through openings in an open position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a geriatric feeding cup for feeding liquid to an elderly person, including a cup adapted to receive the liquid, a lid and a spout made of a soft pliable material fitted to the cup. In use, the geriatric feeding cup enables the search reflex, the suck reflex and the swallow reflex to be stimulated in the elderly person so that they can be fed the liquid in a more effective and safe manner. The invention also relates to a method of use of the geriatric feeding cup whereby the search reflex, the suck reflex and the swallow reflex are stimulated to feed the person.

Abstract: A container with an insert for rapidly lowering the temperature of a heated liquid to an ideal range suitable for human contact and maintaining the liquid in the ideal range for an extended period of time includes an insulated container for holding heated liquid, a thermal regulating insert and means for attaching or stabilizing the insert to the container. The thermal regulating insert has an outer wall made of thermally conductive material and sufficient surface area to promote heat transfer that creates an enclosed chamber. The chamber contains a phase change material for absorbing heat from the heated liquid when the liquid's temperature is higher than the phase change materials melting point. The insert is removably retained in the fluid-reservoir in the container such that the insert is wholly or substantially spaced apart from the walls of the container and stabilized relative to the container.

Abstract: A beverage container grip that can be secured onto various types of furniture and can secure various sizes of beverage containers. The beverage container grip includes arcuate arms pivotally mounted and biased in a first direction. The arms are moved against the bias, a beverage container placed between the arms, and the arms then move under the bias to secure the container. The grip includes an opening to receive the furniture therein, the opening being closed by rotation of a screw to retain the furniture in the opening.

Abstract: A beverage coaster for a visually impaired person is provided. The beverage coaster for a visually impaired person includes a beverage coaster upper portion, a beverage coaster lower portion disposed to be spaced apart from the beverage coaster upper portion, an elastic member disposed between the beverage coaster upper portion and the beverage coaster lower portion to form an interval therebetween, a weight detecting unit detecting a weight of an object placed on the beverage coaster upper portion, and an audio unit outputting a sound in the case that a predetermined level of weight is detected by the weight detecting unit.

Abstract: An adjustable clothes hanger (1) is provided. The hanger (1) comprises a main body (2) capable of retaining an article of clothing. The main body (2) has at feast two separately positioned engagement means (5). The hanger also has a hanging means (3) that is releasably engageable with any of the engagement means (5). The clothes hanger can adjusted for use with different sizes and/or types of clothing by changing the engagement means (5) used to engage the hanging means (3).

Abstract: A method of communicating biblical information in a hands-free, bi-modal presentation is disclosed. The method includes communicating an audio signal associated with a first biblical verse via an audio output of an electronic device, while simultaneously displaying the first biblical verse on a display of the electronic device, and visually distinguishing the first biblical verse from a remainder of the biblical verses. After communicating the audio signal associated with the first biblical verse, an audio signal associated with a second biblical verse is communicated via the audio output, while simultaneously displaying and visually distinguishing the second biblical verses from a remainder of the biblical verses within the singular page. Without a user scroll command, the electronic device automatically scrolls through the singular page such that each of the biblical verses is visible on the display while the corresponding audio signal is being communicated.

Abstract: Disclosed is a high efficient hybrid eco-friendly cooking container, including: a container main body configured to contain a cooked material; and a lid body configured to seal an opened upper part of the container main body, in which the container main body has a dual structure, which includes a container inner skin and a container outer skin, and in which an air chamber empty while maintaining a predetermined interval is formed between the container inner skin and the container outer skin, a plurality of exhaust holes communicated with the air chamber is formed in a circumference of an upper end part of the container outer skin, an upper end of the container inner skin and an upper end of the container outer skin are connected with a connection body, and a circumference of the upper end of the container inner skin is bent in an outer direction to form a latching jaw part and be integrated with the connection body, and an assembling recess shaped like a half-circle is formed on a lower surface of the connect

Abstract: A detachable handle for a cookware article has a hinged coupled upper and lower handle. A jaw like grip at the front of the handle engages a flange like rim or appendage of the cooking vessel when the lower handle is rotated bring it parallel to the upper handle.

Abstract: A portable cooking container includes an external container body, an internal container body, and a lid unit. The external container body includes an external wall structure having an external cavity formed within the external wall structure, the external wall structure comprising a first external surrounding wall and a second external surrounding wall. The internal container body is detachably received in the external cavity, and has at least one internal surrounding wall to define an internal cavity within the internal surrounding wall. The internal container body has a plurality of blocking sections circumferentially formed on an upper portion of the internal container body. The lid unit is shaped and sized to fittedly cover the external container body, and includes a venting mechanism for allowing steam to be vented out of the portable cooking container.