Abstract: The present invention provides a shoe that improves a series of motion of the foot at the time of running and walking and reduces the shift of the foot from side to side. Shoe (100) of the present invention includes heel side support line part (101) arranged from the outer side of a heel part to the inner side of the heel part via a sole side. Heel side support line part (101) is an elastic member. Heel side support line part (101) has outer end part (101A) arranged within the region posterior to the front end of the lateral malleolus, anterior to the virtual plumb line extending through the midpoint between the virtual plumb line passing through the most projecting point of the lateral malleolus and the virtual plumb line passing through the rear end of the calcaneus, and below the lower end of the lateral malleolus.

Abstract: The footpad of the present invention has multiple holes through which air flows to ventilate a wearer's feet while the wearer walks, runs, or jumps. The present invention provides sufficient support to the wearer and traction control to be used as the sole in a shoe or sandal. The present invention has a belt that slides to open or restrict the multiple holes through which air flows to ventilate the feet. Thus, for example, the wearer can open the holes for ventilation during warm weather and close the holes to restrict ventilation during cold weather.

Abstract: A footwear insole includes gel-infused memory foam positioned on at least a portion of the insole such that the gel-infused memory foam supports a user's foot. The insole can include a heel pad, a half-length support, and a full-length support such that any one or more of the heel pad, the half-length support, and the full-length support includes the gel-infused memory foam.

Abstract: A layered engagement structure includes a first layer with a multiple of openings, the first layer at least partially corresponds to a shape of a foot sole and a multiple of columns, each of the multiple of columns correspond with one of the multiple of openings in the first layer to extend at least partially therein.

Abstract: A welded shoe assembly includes a shoe upper with a plastic surface welded to a plastic surface of a bottom unit. The welded shoe assembly is formed, in one implementation, by compressing the shoe upper and a bottom unit against one another between an electrically conductive last and an electrically conductive mold and applying an electrical signal to either the electrically conductive last and/or the electrically conductive mold.

Abstract: A novel product for the treatment of corns and callous skin on feet is disclosed herein. The product may be a therapeutic shoe adapted that enables softening of hardened skin on the bottom of a person's foot by adding a small amount of water before the person wears the shoe. The shoe may comprise an outer shell and an inner sole, wherein the inner sole makes contact with the bottom of the person's foot when worn and may comprise an absorbent material that retains water at a higher water concentration than that of the human body, facilitating osmosis and the softening of any hardened skin on the person's foot that may subsequently be removed by non-rigorous buffing.

Abstract: There is provided a method for producing a shoe upper with which a shoe upper can be produced with high productivity, and a shoe upper obtained with the method for producing the shoe upper. An instep cover section (3) and a sole cover section (2) are integrally knitted in a seamless manner by carrying out process ? and then carrying out process ? or by carrying out process ? and then carrying out process ? with a flat knitting machine including at least a pair of a front and a back needle bed. [Process ?] Knitting a main body left portion (3L), which is a left side portion of the instep cover section (3), with one needle bed of the flat knitting machine and knitting a main body right portion (3R), which is a right side portion of the instep cover section (3), with the other needle bed of the flat knitting machine.

Abstract: This invention obviates the need to bow tie a foot apparel lacing string, by substituting a push-button clamping mechanism housed in a foot apparel hosted tubing structure. The tubular structure functions in combination with an array of substrate mounted light emitting diodes, powered by a battery to form a single entity. The subject of this invention is a portable device, which can be transferred among various types of foot apparel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clamping device for a cable closure system. The clamping device (1) comprises a supporting base (2), a pulley (3), operatively associable with a closure cable, and a handle (4), connected integrally to the pulley (3) and manually activatable. The clamping device (1) comprises first and second retaining means (5,6) operatively engageable with a toothed surface (331) of the pulley (3) and control means (7), separate from said handle (4). The retaining means (5,6) and the control means (7) are operatively associated with one another so as to be able to obtain a complete release or a controlled release of the clamping tension of the closure cable.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing a rope includes a device body having a first width, a first length, and a first height, the first width substantially greater than each of the first height and the first length, the device body having a first end and a second end, the first and second ends at opposing ends of the first width of the device body. The apparatus includes a first rope notch, the first rope notch located at the first end of the device body, the first rope notch extending in a first direction parallel to the first height away from the central body. The apparatus includes a second rope notch, the second rope notch located at the second end of the device body, the second rope notch extending in a second direction parallel to the first height away from the device body, wherein the second direction is opposite the first direction.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments include systems for fabricating custom footwear, custom footwear, and blanks useful for creating custom footwear. System embodiments include a processor which controls the fabrication of custom footwear based in part upon contemporaneously received customer input concerning design choices and further based in part upon physical attributes of the customer's feet determined contemporaneously with a foot scanning unit. In some embodiments the entire design and fabrication process is completed at a retail location within the view of the customer.

Abstract: The inventive subject matter provides an ornament assembly comprising a fastener that is configured to simultaneously couple with an ornament and an accessory. The fastener could be configured such that the ornament could be replaced with one or more different ornaments without any damage to the fastener or ornament. Additionally or alternatively, the fastener could be configured to be removed from the accessory and coupled with a different accessory of the same or different size without any damage to the fastener or the accessory.

Abstract: An article of neckwear. The article includes a garment and an accessory. The garment includes a first section, a second section, and a neck section between the first and second sections. The accessory includes a display portion and an attachment portion. The display portion has a front surface and a back surface. The attachment portion is connected to the display portion and configured to attach the accessory to the garment. The accessory is configured to be secured to the garment causing the first section and the second section to become set adjacent to each other, such that the front surface of the accessory is visible, at least one of the first section and the second section is visible, and the garment is secured around the user's neck without the garment needing to be tied into a knot and without the garment appearing as though the garment has been tied into a knot.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cord fixture for attachment to a cord. The cord fixture includes a body having at least one side wall, and a slot in the at least one side wall for retaining the cord therein when the cord is in a fixed condition. The slot has a neck portion and an enlarged end portion adjacent the neck portion. The neck portion is configured to guide the cord into the enlarged end portion such that the cord can be releasably retained within the enlarged end portion.

Abstract: An angle adjustment mechanism including a first body, a second body and a restoring element is provided. The first body has a first positioning structure. The second body is movably coupled to the first body and has a second positioning structure engaging to the first positioning structure, and the second body is adapted to rotate relative to the first body about an axial direction, so that the second positioning structure moves away from the first positioning structure along a radius direction. The restoring element is coupled to the second body and adapted to accumulate a restoring force when the second positioning structure moves away from the first positioning structure. The second positioning structure is adapted to approach the first positioning structure along the radius direction via the restoring force after the second body rotates an angle relative to the first body, so as to reengage to each other.

Abstract: A watch band capable of holding at least two watches is provided. The watch band includes a first section and a second section coupled between a first watch and a second watch. In some embodiments, the first watch and the second watch can be positioned opposite of each other by the first section and the second section. In some embodiments, the watch band can include one or more additional devices.

Abstract: An interchangeable jewelry system forms a plethora of jewelry pieces. The interchangeable jewelry system comprises at least two jewelry strand sections, each of which has a central body located centrally between two end walls, and said end walls comprise oppositely attracting mating magnetic portions placed opposed to one another on said central body. The jewelry strand sections are adapted to be interchangeably connected together through said mating magnetic portions to form a jewelry piece. Jewelry strand sections may be formed as strands for making bracelets and/necklaces, as posts with a magnetic top for forming earrings, and/or a ring portion with a magnetic ring top for forming a ring.

Abstract: The present application discloses new decorative articles. The decorative articles may have a base having a reflective upper surface. The decorative articles may include at least one an aesthetic item located at least proximal the reflective upper surface of the base. The decorative articles may include an affixing material disposed on the reflective upper surface of the base, wherein the affixing material fixes the aesthetic item in a predetermined orientation relative to the reflective upper surface.

Abstract: A cushion cut diamond and method for polishing a diamond to form a cushion cut which will display a hearts and arrows pattern characteristic of the true hearts and arrows pattern in a round cut diamond when subjected to light. The cushion cut is formed by polishing a diamond into a symmetrical rounded shaped geometry having four curvilinear long sides and four curvilinear corner sides of equal radius with the four curvilinear corner sides interconnecting the four curvilinear long sides to form the rounded shape; forming 4 main crown facets of substantially equal geometry and dimension symmetrically positioned on the four long sides of the diamond with the 4 main crown facets on the four corner sides being equal in geometry and dimension and symmetrically positioned on the four corner sides and further comprising a table facet, 8 crown star facets on the main crown sides adjacent the table facet; 16 crown halve facets.

Abstract: A Bluetooth audio that can be selectively installed on an umbrella shaft of an umbrella includes an audio body, a coupling shell and a clamp device. The audio body includes an installation recess which has an installation space for installing the umbrella shaft. The installation recess has a closed end corresponding to the substantial center of the audio body and an open end located on an edge of the audio body and corresponding to the closed end. The coupling shell can be selectively placed in the installation space through the open end and installed in the installation recess to close the open end and confine the umbrella shaft at the closed end. The clamp device is located in the audio body corresponding to the closed end and operable by a user's hand to clamp the umbrella shaft.

Abstract: The present disclosure may relate to an adjustable support for a glove. The adjustable support may include a shape retaining member, a base, and a height-adjustment mechanism coupled to the shape retaining member and the base. The height-adjustment mechanism may allow a height between the shape retaining member and the base to be adjusted. The adjustable support may also include a locking member coupled to the height-adjustment mechanism that is movable between a locked position in which the height-adjustment mechanism is locked and an unlocked position in which the height adjustment mechanism is unlocked. The present disclosure may also relate to associated apparatuses and methods.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a luggage bag and an overhead luggage bag, which include an outer container and an organizer that is contained therein. The organizer includes a built-in compartment and a plurality of removable foldable compartments. The organizer can be stored within the outer container and covered by an outer flap. The compartments can stack and fold onto each other and can fold into and out of the outer container. The compartments can be removably attached to each other. The compartments can be modular such that the organizer can be configured to include any desired number of compartments. The compartments of the organizer can unfold, deploy, and extend from the outer container. The overhead luggage bag can include one or more easy-access portals through which contents of the luggage bag can be conveniently accessed without fully opening the luggage bag.

Abstract: A protective apparatus for a mobile device includes a protective layer unit, an inner support unit and a magnet unit. The protective layer unit includes an outer layer, an inner layer and a clamping strip. A mobile device is sandwiched between the clamping strip and the inner layer. The inner support unit includes a plurality of inner plates. The magnet unit includes a plurality of magnets. The protective layer unit further includes a plurality of recessed portions disposed between the inner plates. Thus, the protective layer unit is bendable at the recessed portions so that the protective layer unit is deformable freely.

Abstract: A jewelry storage assembly stores and organizes pierced earrings. The assembly includes a flexible pouch having a closed bottom end, an open top end and a perimeter wall coupled to and extending between the closed bottom end and open top ends. The open top end defines an access opening to an interior space of the pouch. A closure is attached to the pouch proximate the open top end for releasably closing the access opening. A holding member has a planar first side, a planar second side and a perimeter edge extending between the planar first side and the planar second side. The holding member is positionable in the interior space of the pouch for storing the holding member. The holding member has a plurality of apertures extending between the planar first side and the planar second side wherein each aperture is configured for receiving a post of an earring therethrough.

Abstract: Provided is a luggage cover having a front, rear, top and a pair of opposing side walls defining an interior volume and having an open bottom. The open bottom can be placed around the top of a luggage container and pulled thereover, wherein the luggage cover is stretchable and fits snugly thereon in a sleeve-like manner and will not slip therefrom. A first indicia is disposed on the front wall thereof and a second indicia is disposed on the rear wall thereof, wherein the indicia displays front and rear views of a single image. The first and second indicia enable the user to readily identify one's luggage while traveling. The luggage cover is padded to prevent scuffs and scratches from forming on the luggage container and absorb impact in order to protect the contents therein.

Abstract: The present invention discloses, inter alia, a bag apparatus having a main body with different portions. Aspects of embodiments of the invention contemplate the apparatus having side portions and curved ends that enable the apparatus to hug the contours of a user and efficiently distribute the weight of the apparatus and contents thereby relieving pressures and stresses normally encountered with contemporary bags. Additional aspects contemplate straps to enable the apparatus to be carried by a user in a number of ways.

Abstract: A ponytail styling tool and hair strand attachment and methods of use thereof provide a means for wrapping the user's own hair around a ponytail. The synthetic hair strand attachment may optionally be affixed to the end of the ponytail. The styling tool provides an elongated shaft having a point on one end opposite a pin and clasp on the second end. The styling tool is used by first creating a standard ponytail or similar hairdo of the user's hair with a common ponytail securing means, for example a rubber band or “scrunchy”, then taking a strand of the user's hair, wrapping the strand of hair around the ponytail, securing the strand of hair to the pin portion of the styling tool, then inserting the pin at the top of the ponytail near the user's scalp and pulling the secured hair strand through the ponytail in a downward longitudinal direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sheet (1) which is impermeable to bleach, tint or hair dye and which is adapted to enclose a strand of hair from the remainder of the hair on the head wherein the sheet (1) is dissolvable in water.

Abstract: A hair dye applicator operable to assist a user in the application of hair dye to the hair on a human head. The hair dye applicator includes a body that has a handle portion and a brush assembly. The brush assembly includes a lower portion that has alternating rows of rigid comb bristles and brushes. The brush assembly further includes and upper portion having a hair dye assembly with an upper section and a lower section. The upper section and lower section of the hair dye assembly are operably coupled and form an interior volume configured to store hair dye therein. The upper section is movable with respect to the lower section wherein the downward vertical movement of the upper section facilitates the evacuation of hair dye from the interior volume. A piston coupled to the upper section is operable to move hair dye through a plurality of apertures.

Abstract: A whisker catching assembly includes a panel that has a top side, a bottom side, a first edge, a second edge, a third edge and a fourth edge wherein the first and second edges are positioned opposite of each other. The panel is flexible and has an aperture therein extending through the top and bottom sides and positioned adjacent to the first edge. The first edge has a break therein extending through the first edge and through a perimeter of the aperture. The aperture receives a person's neck. A pair of tabs is attached to the panel between the aperture and the first edge and the tabs are overlapped to close the break between the first edge and the aperture. A closure is mounted on the tabs to releasably couple the tabs together. A pair of mirror engageable couplers is attached to the panel and extends away from the bottom side.

Abstract: A hygienic razor blade dryer is provided that comprises a housing having an interior, a razor blade holder disposed within the interior that is adapted to receive a razor blade, a dryer for drying a razor blade received in the razor blade holder, and a vacuum for evacuating the air within the interior to prevent moisture buildup in the air and on the razor blade and to inhibit oxidation on the blade surfaces. A sanitizer may also be provided to sanitize the razor blade before, during or after the dryer operation.

Abstract: There is provided a nail care method for treating the surface of a fingernail or a toenail to produce a nail having a smooth and desirably glossy appearance while minimizing the application of non-natural materials to the nail surface. Also, a nail care station is provided that is operable to perform the method of the present invention.

Abstract: The disclosed technology is a secure-cell apparatus for releasably securely associating a device, such as a cellular phone, with a device user. The device is configured to clamp to a support structure such as a strap, belt, seatbelt, and suspenders. The secure-cell apparatus my further define a zone for storing items such as keys, cards, IDs, etc. Such “zone” may further define a personality interface configured to receive a personality module. Personality modules are in electrical communication with an electronic device associated with the secure-cell apparatus and may add additional functionality to such electronic device.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to support structures for bands for wearable devices. In an aspect, the support structure includes an inner member and an outer member. The inner member includes a curved portion and a flat portion. The outer member includes a curved portion and an interface member that attaches to the flat portion of the inner member. The inner member and the outer member form a cavity between them, and the cavity can be filled with a fill member. The inner and outer members can slide with respect to each other when flexed. An antenna can be wrapped around the inner member and the outer member.

Abstract: The present invention is a trauma utility device that includes an elongated belt having a plurality of compartments and devices for carrying and storing necessary equipment, a wide mid portion adjacent to the wearer's back with a high density foam pad for back support, and a scalloped upper edge at the wearer's hips, enhancing an individual's ability to freely turn and move while wearing the belt. The plurality of compartments and devices may include: a personal items pouch, a stethoscope chest piece holder, a stethoscope ear tube retainer, a communication compartment, a pen holder, and a trauma shears holster. The compartments and devices may be positioned on each side of the back mid portion around the longitudinal axis of the belt. Additionally, the belt and associated compartments and devices have an antimicrobial capability to help destroy and inhibit the growth of microorganisms and especially pathogenic microorganisms.

Abstract: A universal carrier for the transportation of small devices. It consists of thermoformed thermoplastic sheets (FIG. 1-2,3,5) separated by flexible spacers (FIG. 1-4) which are held in place by barrel posts (FIG. 2-6) and screws (FIG. 2-1) attached by a clip (FIG. 2-7) to a belt, waistband, or strap. The embodiments of the Universal Utility Carrier listed will save people time and money in not having to buy a separate carrier for every device that they own.

Abstract: An applicator, such as a brush or other device, for applying products to a surface, such as the skin of a person. The applicator includes a handle and a bristle tuft connected to the handle. The bristle tuft may include a plurality of contoured bristles that define multiple surfaces for applying products. For example, the bristle tuft may include a first angled surface extending upwards from a first side of the bristle tuft, a second angled surface extending upwards from a second side of the bristle tuft, and a ridge defined at an intersection of the first angled surface and the second angled surface.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present technology relate to a toothbrush with at least one fabric pad on the toothbrush head for improved teeth cleaning. An example toothbrush head comprises a head, a top surface of the head providing support for a fabric tooth cleaning element, and a fabric tooth cleaning element having a base portion and a cleaning portion, the base portion fixed to the top surface of the head and the cleaning portion extending from the top surface of the head.

Abstract: A hair brush with a styling/cleaning element for removing entwined hair from the brush before or after use. The styling/cleaning element of the brush includes a plate(s) with opening through which the bristles protrude. When the plate is expanded, the plate pushes any hairs entwined in the bristles to the tips of the bristles where they are removed. The brush also has a post mechanism, which allows for the adjustment of the styling/cleaning element to various intermediary positions, effectively adjusting the length of the bristles for use of the brush. A mirror is provided on the back of the brush, on the reverse side from the bristles. A hair brush with heatable styling/cleaning plates that when heated with externally generated hot air heat change colour/appearance of styling/cleaning plates which further indicates hair brush readiness for use to user.

Abstract: A folding round table has two table tops, two support components and four table legs. The support component has a border and two connecting arms. The border has a shape corresponding to the shape of the outer edge of the table top. The border is connected to the outer edge of the table top; one end of the connecting arm is connected to the border. The other end of the connecting arm has a hinge. Two connecting arms are arranged symmetrically about the center of the border, the hinges of the connecting arms of one tablet top is hinged joint to the hinges of the connecting arms of the other table top, two table tops can be folded and connected; the four table legs are arranged in a cross after folded; two hinges of one support component are respectively hinged joint to two hinges of the other support component.

Abstract: A support device adapted for improving the ergonomic support for the arm and wrist and forearm of a user of computer-related input devices is provided. The support device may include a body dimensioned and adapted for maintaining two support pads spaced apart along a shared horizontal axis so as to form a predetermined void along said horizontal axis and at a predetermined vertical distance above a supporting surface. The predetermined void prevents direct pressure to a carpal tunnel canal region of a supported wrist and forearm. The support device provides a low-friction base for sliding along the supporting surface for maintaining wrist and forearm support as the user transitions between input devices.

Abstract: An adjustable support for supporting an electronic device includes a first, a second and a third frame rotatably connected to two end portions of the first frame. Each frame includes a number of sliding limit structures on one surface of the frame. The frames are configurable into at least the following positions: a first position in which the first and second frames are flat and the third frame is at a non-zero angle to the first frame, and a second position in which the first and the third frames are flat and the second frame is at a non-zero angle to the first frame. One of the flat frames supports the lower edge of the electronic device with a selected sliding limit structure of the flat frames stopping the lower edge of the electronic device, and the standing frame acts as a back stand for the electronic device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a foldable shelf consisting of vertical frames at both ends, two layers at least, link rods and two cross rods connecting the upper and lower layer. Each layer includes two symmetric pieces hinged into a foldable structure between the two frames, and the two layer ends are separately hinged to the frame. One end of the cross rod is hinged to a sleeve which is movably attached to the link rod; the shelf is characterized in that: the cross rod is an “L” shaped structure with a transverse rod and a vertical rod, in which the former crosses and is hinged to both sides of the frame, and the end of the latter is hinged to the sleeve. By the “L” shaped cross rod, both frames form a rigid, triangular and a stable structure with a vertical plane of the shelf, and the entire structure is more cost effective and practical.

Abstract: The present invention illustrates a connector and a side board for a combination cabinet. The connector has a plurality of division plates disposed at an end thereof and in parallel with each other to form a plurality of insertion slots which each can be inserted by a corner of the side board for the combination cabinet. At least one insertion slot has a positioning hole formed at a side of an inner edge thereof and in communication therewith, and the positioning hole has an inner diameter greater than that of the insertion slot. The corner of the side board for the combination cabinet is formed with a lager-diameter section and a smaller-diameter section crossed with each other, and the lager-diameter section of the corner can be engaged into the positioning hole.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved device for the support and safe movement of doors (12-12) of cabinets (10), wherein such doors are movable from a closed condition which defines the total alignment thereof, to an open position in which they are, alternatively conducted to protrude forward to then be moved open by longitudinal sliding surmounting those adjacent to them. Said device is coupled to the top of the cabinet (10) and comprises, for each of said doors, a plurality of wheels or bearings with a vertical orientation (14,16), arranged on two different horizontal lines defined by metal sections, with the wheels (14) arranged so as to freely rotate inside a fixed frame or drum (18) and the wheels (16) rotatably fixed to a section (20) belonging to a carriage fixed to each door (12, 12?). Said section and relative carriage are movable in a transverse direction to conduct said wheels (14) to align with the wheels (16) on a single sliding line.

Abstract: A painting support system that includes a painting support board for holding artist's panels or canvases that is colored to mimic the frame for the finished painting. A reference line grid is scribed on the painting support board more accurately draw and observe straight lines. A continuous loop strip of a hook and loop system placed on all four sides of the support board. A mahl stick with a hook patch of the hook and loop system placed on a tip of the mahl stick allows the artist to attach the mahl stick anywhere on the support board to the loop strip to steady and support the hand while painting.

Abstract: A chair designed for individuals that sit and work for long hours in front of laptops, desktops, or mobile devices to stay fit by providing a means to generally exercise a user's neck, shoulders, elbows, thighs, legs and feet. The chair may include a retractable pull for general hand and feet exercises, or a head cushion for general neck and spine exercises, or an elbow cushion for general elbow and shoulder exercises, or a thigh compression spring for general leg and thigh exercises.

Abstract: A leisure chair includes a backrest pivotably connected to a seat. A connection seat is mounted between a base and the seat and includes a lower coupling portion mounted to the base, an upper coupling portion mounted to the seat, and two pivotal rod units pivotably connected to two sides of the lower coupling portion, respectively. The upper coupling portion is pivotably connected to the pivotal rod units. When a control rod moves rearwards, a push portion on the control rod actuates a pull rod to control a pneumatic rod for adjusting a rearward inclination angle of the backrest. When the control rod moves forwards, a pressing portion of the control rod presses against two swaying rods to extend the legrest unit, and the center of gravity of the upper coupling portion can be located in front of the center of gravity of the base to provide enhanced lying stability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lightweight collapsible portable chairs. In one embodiment, the portable chair has a sling and a chair frame which includes a first pair of bars and a second pair of bars. Each bar of the first pair of bars includes a joint configured to contact a ground surface. In another embodiment, the chair frame includes a front of bars, a back pair of bars, a pair of joints and a center bar configured to securely couple the pair of back joints to each other. In some embodiments, the chair frame includes a front support assembly. In other embodiments, the chair frame includes a pair of lower bars.

Abstract: A therapeutic padded cover for a chair provides a seat cover and a back cover, which are easily secured with elastic bands to the seat and back of the chair, respectively. The cover is easily removed and folded for transport. Embroidered images and iron-on transfers are available for the larger, high visibility surfaces, and the user may also purchase and apply decals separately, as desired. The seat cover and back cover provide greater comfort and therapeutic effects for older users.