Patents Issued in April 28, 2016
  • Publication number: 20160113336
    Abstract: A mask has a mask body and a pair of ear straps. The mask body includes an outer layer sheet and an intermediate layer sheet. The outer layer sheet is formed of hydrophobic fibers. The intermediate layer sheet is laid on the outer layer sheet so as to be located on a wearer's side of the outer layer sheet when the mask is worn. The intermediate layer sheet includes a first fiber layer which is formed of polyolefin fibers containing an inorganic antimicrobial agent and a second fiber layer which is formed of polyolefin fibers and has a larger fiber diameter than the first fiber layer. The fiber diameter of the first fiber layer is within a range of 0.5 to 2.8 ?m and the ratio of a particle diameter of the inorganic antimicrobial agent with respect to the fiber diameter is within the range of 0.1 to 6.0.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Akira SHIBATA, Makoto ISHIGAMI, Naohito TAKEUCHI
  • Publication number: 20160113337
    Abstract: An invertible glove includes a hand portion having at least two digit portions configured to cover at least two digits of a hand of a wearer of the glove and a palm portion configured to cover a palm of the hand of the wearer of the glove. The hand portion includes an exterior surface for handling an object and an interior surface for abutting the hand of the wearer of the glove. The hand portion further includes a grasping element that extends from the interior surface of at least one of the digit portions and is configured to be grasped by a digit of the hand of the wearer of the glove for facilitating inversion of the glove when the hand is removed from the glove. A glove is inverted by pulling on the grasping element as the hand is removed from the glove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Lisa Kerr-Maddox
  • Publication number: 20160113338
    Abstract: A glove is provided which may be adapted for use by a workman performing a variety of tasks such as sanding, buffing, polishing, waxing, scrubbing, cleaning, and drying, among others. In particular, it includes the typical features of a glove, such as palm, finger, and thumb compartments. It is additionally fitted with means for releasably securing a plurality of textured pads to the palmer surface of each compartment, and the texture of the pads may be chosen according to the workman's task at hand. The textured pads may also be placed in a particular manner on the surface of the glove so that a workman's dexterity and fine motor capabilities are not impeded during work. Moreover, prescribed arrangements may ensure that a workman is capable of optionally removing and replacing the textured pads on the surface of the glove without having to remove his hand from the glove itself.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Stephen Cox
  • Publication number: 20160113339
    Abstract: An exoskeleton (100) system comprises at least one garment selected from the group consisting of a shirt or vest (110), short or pants (120), an upper arm sleeve (130), a lower arm sleeve (140), a thigh sleeve (150), and a leg sleeve (160) wherein the garment may be a multilayer construct that comprises an inner layer (201) of nylon material, a middle layer (202) made of neoprene, an outer layer (203) made of plush material; and an article (300) with attached hook and loop fasteners (301) to be mounted onto the garment by securing the hook and loop fasteners (301) onto any spots or locations of the outer layer (203).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: JOSEPH CLEARY DOLCETTI
  • Publication number: 20160113340
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a flame resistant thermal liner comprising a nonwoven sheet comprising nanofibers of a synthetic polymer having an limiting oxygen index of at least 21, a mean flow pore of 10 micrometers or less, a thickness air permeability of 25 to 6000 cubic feet per min?micrometers (12 to 2880 cubic meters per square meter per min?micrometers), and an average thickness T1; and a thermally stable flame resistant fabric attached to an outer surface of the nonwoven sheet, the fabric having an average thickness T2; a surface of the thermally stable fabric being in contact with a surface of the nonwoven sheet; wherein T1 and T2 are selected such that the ratio of T1 to T2 is less than 0.75. The invention also relates to a flame resistant composite fabric comprising the flame resistant thermal liner and a garment comprising this flame resistant composite fabric.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventors: NATALIA V LEVIT, RICHARD HALL YOUNG
  • Publication number: 20160113341
    Abstract: A reversible locking garment closure includes male and female members each attached to an end of a garment. The male member has a pin at an acute angle and the female member receives the pin in a corresponding angled channel. The acute angle provides resistance to decoupling the male and female members, and allows the closure to function under high tensile stress. The male and female members are coupled via motion in a plane parallel to the front and rear faces of the closure, allowing the closure to be operable when worn in a reverse orientation. In an embodiment, the closure includes a locking mechanism which resiliently resists decoupling of the male and female members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: DUBROSKY & TRACY PATENT SERVICE CORP.
    Inventors: Gerhard Fildan, Karl Wanzenböck
  • Publication number: 20160113342
    Abstract: A half head wig has an upper wig base, a lower wig base and a plurality of attachment means. The upper and lower bases are connected to each other, each holding hair pieces. The upper wig base extends to a vicinity of a frontal margin of the wig wearer's head, but it does not extend to a vicinity of bases of the wig wearer's ears such that wig wearer's temporal hair is exposed when the wig wearer wears the half head wig. The lower wig base sits on a nape of the wig user's head. A front attachment means is attached to a front peripheral edge of the upper wig base and a side attachment means is attached to side strips of the lower wig base. In addition, a bottom attachment means is attached to a rear portion of the lower wig base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Michelle PARK
  • Publication number: 20160113343
    Abstract: A sharps protector is formed of a hard, pierce-resistant shell filled with a receptor material. One or two ends of the shell provide entry, and a center or end wall is a pierce-resistant barrier limiting pin push-through. The receptor material is set back at each entry end, thereby establishing a pre-entry pocket that prealigns the pin for accurate entry. Exterior surfaces of the protector are coded to indicate entry positions and barrier positions, using visual or tactile coding. Glow-in-the-dark or reflective material on the surface of the shell aids recovery of dropped protectors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Rosemary M. Polite
  • Publication number: 20160113344
    Abstract: A cloth drape for shading a wearer's neck and ears includes left and right semi-rigid support members, such as 3-5 mm plastic tubes containing a copper wire, supporting the top edge of the drape. Ends of the support members extend out of the front of the drape and are attached to left and right visor clips. The visor clips are clipped over the side edges of the visor and retain the support members at an angle approximately parallel to the visor edge around the outside of the cap. There is a gap between the support members at the back of the drape to allow tightening of the drape using a cord attached to the support members. To support the drape at the back of the cap, the drape has one or two Velcro strips attached to it that extend around the size-adjustment band in the back of a standard cap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Rodney Martin
  • Publication number: 20160113345
    Abstract: The invention relates to personal protective means and specifically to helmets equipped with a built-in recording system, and can be used to prevent head injuries to motorcyclists and to people who engage in extreme activities. The helmet contains a rigid housing and, installed within the housing, a recording system. The housing is equipped with binding elements, cushioning elements and bullet-proof glass. The recording system is equipped with a camera. The camera lens is provided in the central portion of the helmet above the face area and does not protrude past the surface of the housing. The recording system includes a power source, which is built into the helmet housing, a control system, a recording device having built-in memory, a device for connecting an external memory card, and an electrical connector for connecting to external devices and/or to a power grid. The invention allows for broadening the functional possibilities of the device. 2 dep. cl., 2 fig.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Alexandr Alexandrovich KOLOTOV
  • Publication number: 20160113346
    Abstract: A protective helmet having a protective shell, a low friction layer, and a comfort liner is disclosed. The protective shell includes an energy absorbing material and an inner surface. The low friction layer is coupled to the inner surface of the protective shell. The low friction layer may be plastic having a thickness of less than approximately 3 mm. The comfort liner is removably coupled to the low friction layer opposite the protective shell, and includes a low friction material, such as brushed nylon, adjacent the low friction liner. The comfort liner may be removeably coupled protective shell with either clips that removably couple to receivers embedded in the brow of the helmet, with elastically deformable couplings that extend from the comfort liner to the protective shell, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Michael W. Lowe
  • Publication number: 20160113347
    Abstract: A helmet comprising an energy absorbing layer (2) and a sliding facilitator (5) is provided. The sliding facilitator is provided inside of the energy absorbing layer (2). A method of manufacturing a helmet comprising a sliding facilitator is further provided. The method comprising the steps of: providing an energy absorbing layer in the mould, and providing a sliding facilitator contacting the energy absorbing layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Peter Halldin
  • Publication number: 20160113348
    Abstract: A helmet including an insert provides the ability of including a highly energy absorbing feature within the insert. The insert includes a structure such as a Bingham plastic which, upon impact, absorbs the energy of the impact by converting from a solid to a liquid. Other energy absorbing features are contemplated. The energy absorption process occurs in one aspect in a nonreversible manner such that once a high enough level impact occurs on the insert, it must be replaced within the helmet. The insert has a fastener which enables it to b replaceable. In this manner, a highly absorbing feature of a helmet can be provided to reduce concussions while not requiring the complete replacement of a helmet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Thomas E. TWARDOWSKI, JR., Alan Ira FADEN, Christopher M. PASTORE, Thomas M. ISAACSON
  • Publication number: 20160113349
    Abstract: A healthcare footwear article includes an upper shoe body and a sole member provided underneath the upper shoe body and is connected with the upper shoe body to form an integral body. The upper shoe body and the sole member is configured from a material consisting of approximately 70% to approximately 80% of silicon rubber by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 20% of negative ion powder by weight, approximately 2% to approximately 7% of antiwear agent by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 20% of titanium powder by weight, approximately 0.1% to approximately 1.5% of vulcanizing agent by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 10% of infrared ray powder by weight, and approximately 0.1% to approximately 8% of dye by weight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Hongguang YANG
  • Publication number: 20160113350
    Abstract: A sandal having two independent support straps that are joined over the metatarsal region of the foot and tensioned, over the top of the foot and around the ankle of the user, posterior to the connection point.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Steven Sashen
  • Publication number: 20160113351
    Abstract: The waterproof/breathable moisture transfer liner for a snowboard boot includes an inner liner selected from technically advanced fabrics which are carefully selected. A series of layers are provided outside the inner liner including foam material layers, breathable membranes, a supportive mesh or a moldable foam, and an outer shell fabric. The applicability of the liner to alpine, cross country and hiking boots, along with appropriate variations for each application.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: BAYCHAR
  • Publication number: 20160113352
    Abstract: A method of making a shoe includes printing a midsole having a platform and a lattice structure. The platform and lattice structure are integrally formed by printing a first surface of the platform to conform to a sole of a foot of a user and, in association therewith, printing the lattice structure on a second surface of the platform opposite the first surface of the platform. The method also includes positioning the midsole substantially within an outsole such that the lattice structure is substantially facing the outsole and the platform is substantially facing an upper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Alan Guyan, Jason A. Berns, Kevin Fallon
  • Publication number: 20160113353
    Abstract: The invention aims to provide a shoe sole member capable of achieving comfort when using shoes and exhibiting excellent shape-recovering properties after using the shoes. Provided is a shoe sole member formed using a polymer foam, and the polymer foam contains fibers dispersed therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2013
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: Asics Corporation
    Inventor: Junichiro Tateishi
  • Publication number: 20160113354
    Abstract: Provided is a shoe sole member including a crosslinked foam forming a part or the whole of the shoe sole member, wherein the crosslinked foam is formed by a polymer composition showing specific results in measurement using pulsed NMR.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Junichiro Tateishi
  • Publication number: 20160113355
    Abstract: Provided is an automated shoe closure including a sole and a plurality of motors disposed in the sole. The motors are configured to expand or contract one or more shoe panels. The shoe panels each include one or more connectors configured to connect the shoe panels to each other when the shoe panels are in an expanded state. A plurality of slits are disposed in the sole. Each of the slits is configured to expand and contract a corresponding shoe panel therethrough. An expansion button is disposed in the sole. A retraction button is disposed in a side of the sole, and a charging port is disposed in the sole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 1, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Derrick Bliss
  • Publication number: 20160113356
    Abstract: Waterproof, breathable socks, booties, shoe inserts, and footwear assemblies containing the shoe inserts are provided. The booties and shoe inserts include a laminate of a seamless ePTFE membrane and at least one textile. The bootie is conformable over a range of sizes and shoe shapes, and may be shaped to fit numerous sizes and shapes of asymmetrical shoe lasts. The bootie may shrink to fit, or, alternatively, be stretched to fit, an asymmetrical last having a desired size to form a shoe insert. Such a conformable bootie eliminates the need to have multiple sizes of shoe inserts correlating to particular shoe sizes. In embodiments where the ePTFE is seamless and continuous, the shoe insert eliminates the need for a waterproof seam tape, which is conventionally used to make shoe inserts waterproof. Methods of forming the socks, booties, and shoe inserts are also provided. Unique lasts and sock constructions are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Norman E. Clough, Stane Nabernlk
  • Publication number: 20160113357
    Abstract: A method of forming a sole and a sole structure with shoe nails coupled thereto and the sole structure with the shoe nails are provided. The method includes pre-forming shoe nails, putting the shoe nails in an injection molding mold, injecting a thermally molten sole material into a mold in a manner that the sole material covers inner and outer surfaces of the shoe nails, and performing a cooling process whereby the sole material solidifies and turns into a sole which is then coupled to the shoe nails. The method enables a sole with shoe nails to be quickly manufactured so easily that it increases production efficiency and economic benefits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Teng-Jen YANG
  • Publication number: 20160113358
    Abstract: An apparatus for coupling and decoupling button and loop connections of a garment. The apparatus includes a longitudinally extending body member having a handle member extending from a first end and a pair of prongs extending from an oppositely disposed second end. One prong has a hook on its distal end and the other prong has an expanded end member on its distal end. The prongs are generally parallel with one another forming a gap therebetween such that upon insertion of the prongs into a loop, the prongs cooperate to open the loop and position the loop relative to a button such that rotation of the apparatus about an axis of rotation defined through the prongs proximate the hook and the expanded end causes the loop to be moved relative to the button, thereby coupling or decoupling the loop and the button.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Susie Uphues
  • Publication number: 20160113359
    Abstract: The present document describes a clasp device for connecting first and second ends of an elongated member used in a necklace or a bracelet comprising first and second connection clasp sections adapted for connection respectively to the first and second ends of the elongated member and adapted to be releasably connected together. At least one of the first and second connection clasp sections includes a releasable portion to connect the clasp device to an associated one of the first and second ends of the elongated member. The releasable portion is adapted for allowing the elongated member to release from the clasp device if sufficient force is applied by the elongated member on the releasable portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Patrick LAFOND
  • Publication number: 20160113360
    Abstract: A clasp includes a male clasp portion having a tongue having an opening, and a female clasp portion having a generally hollow body. The hollow body has a first opening and a second opening. A movable button is disposed in the body, and the button has a first portion positioned in the second opening of the hollow body and a second portion defining a post. A biasing member is operable to bias the button in a locking position in which the post is disposable across at least a portion of the opening in the tongue when the tongue is disposed in the first opening of the hollow body, and the button is operable to being moved to a release position in which the post is disengagable from the opening in the tongue to allow the tongue to be spaced from the hollow body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Troy HINES, Declan HALPIN, Haowen CHEN, Yongqiang ZHANG
  • Publication number: 20160113361
    Abstract: The invention relates to a bracelet clasp including three strips, and a cover hinged to one of the strips. The clasp is provided with first and second push-pieces and with a safety device preventing lateral movement of the cover causing the clasp to unlock when pressure is simultaneously exerted both on a push-piece and on a flap of the cover opposite said push-piece. According to the invention, the safety device includes a spacer being received between the cover flaps, the ends of the spacer abutting against the cover flaps so as to prevent lateral movement of the cover causing the clasp to unlock when pressure is simultaneously exerted both on a push-piece and on a flap of the cover opposite the push-piece.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: The Swatch Group Management Services AG
    Inventors: Cedric KALTENRIEDER, Jean-Marc VON ALLMEN
  • Publication number: 20160113362
    Abstract: A method of producing a jewelry item. The method comprises producing an annular or partially annular substrate formed with a plurality of slots extending from its inner periphery towards its outer periphery. A plurality of insert members are produced each formed with a slot and at least two bordered openings one to each side of the slot. The insert members are located in turn into the slots of the annular or partially annular substrate with the slots of the substrate and the insert members inter-engaging whereby each insert member is positioned generally normal to the annular or partially annular substrate. Gemstones are then located between each pair of neighboring insert members above with edges of each gem stone or the like located in the openings formed in the insert members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: David Marie Severin ROUX-FOUILLET
  • Publication number: 20160113363
    Abstract: A heat-resistant synthetic jewelry material having a transparent, semitransparent or nontransparent composite nanocrystalline material on the basis of nanosized oxide and silicate crystalline phases. The material includes at least one of the following crystalline phases: spinel, quartz-like phases, sapphirine, enstatite, petalite-like phase, cordierite, willemite, zirconium, rutile, zirconium titanate, zirconium dioxide with a content of ions of transition elements, rare-earth elements and precious metals of from 0.001 to 4 mol %. One of the crystalline phases is additionally quartz-like solid solutions of lithium magnesium zinc aluminosilicates with a virgilite or keatite structure. The composition is selected from the following components, SiO2, Al2O3, MgO, ZnO, Li2O, PbO, ZrO2, TiO2, NiO, CoO, CuO, Cr2O3, Bi2O3, Fe2O3, MnO2, CeO2, Nd2O3, Er2O3, Pr2O3 and Au.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Olga Sergeevna DYMSHITS, Alexander Alexandrovich ZHILIN, Karen Khorenovich AVAKYAN
  • Publication number: 20160113364
    Abstract: A cantilevered umbrella having a base, a mast, a cantilevered arm, a canopy, and a rotation system. The mast has a first end connectable to the base and a second end. The cantilevered arm has a first portion pivotally connected to the second end of the mast and a second portion rotatably connected to the first portion. The canopy is connected to the cantilevered arm and has a covering and a frame. The frame is moveable between an inflated position and a deflated position. The rotation system includes a handle, a first pulley operable by the handle, a second pulley connectable to the second portion of the cantilevered arm, and a cable connecting the first pulley to the second pulley. Rotation of the handle rotates the second portion of the cantilevered arm with respect to the first portion of the cantilevered arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: ROY FARMER
  • Publication number: 20160113365
    Abstract: A utility bag includes a main compartment having a first wall, a second wall, the second wall being transparent or opaque, and a cover that is movable between an open position, in which an interior space of the main compartment is accessible, and a closed position, in which the interior space of the main compartment is not accessible; and a second compartment having a first wall attached to the first wall of the main compartment, a cover that is movable between an open position, in which an interior space of the second compartment is accessible, and a closed position, in which the interior space of the second compartment is not accessible, and an opening in the second compartment, an open state of the opening being independent a position of the cover of the second compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: Alikizac Murals, Kim Lank Designs, LLC
    Inventor: Kimberly LANK
  • Publication number: 20160113366
    Abstract: A luggage article having surface features providing enhanced corner strength is provided. The luggage article includes a housing at least partially formed by an outer layer and defining in part a first side, a second side, and a third side. A corner region is defined at the intersection of the first, second, and third sides, and an apex region is defined at least partially by the corner region. The luggage article may also include a first elongated surface feature formed by the outer layer and extending at least partially across one or more of the first, second, and third sides at a first distance spaced away from the apex region and curving relative to the apex region. The luggage article may also include a second elongated surface feature formed by the outer layer and extending at least partially across one or more of the first, second, and third sides at a second distance spaced away from the apex region and curving relative to the apex region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Erik Sijmons, Serge Vanheck
  • Publication number: 20160113367
    Abstract: A combination bag includes at least two pieces of face material and at least four zippers. The two pieces of face material are of the same shape and have a zipper on each of their peripheral sides. By operating the slider of each zipper, all the zippers can be closed to join the two pieces of face material together, forming a combination bag with a hollow interior for receiving objects. By opening one of the zippers, the combination bag is provided with an opening through which objects can be put into or taken out of the combination bag. A plurality of such zipper-enclosed pieces of face material can make combination bags featuring not only easy disassembly but also different internal receiving spaces and different shapes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: JIM TSAUR
  • Publication number: 20160113368
    Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a storage compartment for a user's personal items such as credit cards, license, cash, etc. is disclosed. The protective case includes a first or main panel and a second or sub-panel that are configured to cover the storage compartment and provide access thereto, via a hinged connection. Each panel may also function as independent pivot stand that can position the case in one or more operating/viewing positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Peter Tu, Timothy Hemesath, Andy Fathollahi
  • Publication number: 20160113369
    Abstract: A card identity concealment device partially covers a card to conceal an identity portion on the card, while still enabling functionality of the card by allowing access to a reading portion on the card. The device protects against unauthorized viewers, identity theft, or physical damage to the card and allows easy insertion into a Credit Card reader. A first panel overlays a substantial region of the first side, including the identity portion. The first panel includes a first panel indicia that creates a false identity for the card by indicating a different card information than on the identity portion of the card. Second panel is spaced parallel and joined along at least two opposing sides with the first panel. The second panel is adapted for receiving the card, while still allowing access to the reading portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Ronald Husbands
  • Publication number: 20160113370
    Abstract: A multi-purpose cooler includes a substantially hollow container having a wall structure that defines an interior area and an open top that provides access to the interior area. A lid is pivotally mounted to an upper edge of the wall structure and movable between a closed configuration covering the open top and an open configuration displaced from the open top. The lid includes a top portion and a bottom portion opposite the top portion, the top portion defining a recessed compartment having a bottom surface and a shelf situated about a peripheral edge of the bottom surface and extending upwardly therefrom so as to define an open space. A cutting board is removably situated atop the shelf, the cutting board being configured to prevent access to the compartment when positioned on the shelf and to allow access to the compartment when removed from the shelf.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: David N. Arel, JR.
  • Publication number: 20160113371
    Abstract: The present invention is referred to as a theft prevention strap operable to secure one or more zipper sliders. In embodiments, the strap may include at least two strap ends and a tag end, wherein each strap end includes an opening. A first strap end may be passed underneath a handle of a piece of luggage, a second strap end may be passed over the top of the handle, and a padlock shackle may be passed through both openings and one or more openings associated with one or more zipper sliders. Thereby, the strap may be held in place by the handle, and the zipper sliders may be held in place along a corresponding zipper track such that the zipper sliders cannot be moved along the zipper track to cover up an attempted theft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Jim Dunn
  • Publication number: 20160113372
    Abstract: A receptacle including a wall portion extending from a bottom surface to a rim, the rim having an internal lip extending around the rim, wherein the wall portion includes at least one recessed area to accommodate a side of a user when the user is carrying the receptacle, a first handle operably attached to the receptacle, and a second handle operably attached to the receptacle, wherein the first handle and the second handle releasably engage each other to form a single carrying handle, is provided. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: FRANK PERLIK
  • Publication number: 20160113373
    Abstract: An eyebrow and eyelash tinting kit for home application provides a paste in the lower compartment and a liquid in the upper compartment. A two-part cylindrical container is provided, with a thin membrane between the two compartments. The kit also provides a mascara wand and one or more pads pre-soaked with cleansing solution. The user twists the upper segment of the container, which ruptures the membrane to release the liquid into the lower compartment. The upper segment is removed, and the mascara wand is used to thoroughly mix the liquid with the paste. The resulting mixture is applied on clean eyelashes and eyebrows for 20 minutes, then removed using the pads.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Silvia Cristina Gherlan
  • Publication number: 20160113374
    Abstract: A cosmetic apparatus may include a hollow body cover and an applicator extending out of a first end of the body cover. The apparatus may further include a base that is insertable into and removable from a second end of the body cover. The base may include a handle portion and a tray extending from the handle portion. The tray is accommodated within the body cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Cindy Sean Yuei Lim
  • Publication number: 20160113375
    Abstract: A cosmetic apparatus includes a telescopic handle for extending and retracting an applicator head. The cosmetic apparatus may include an applicator head associated with a handle comprising a plurality of stems coaxially arranged and movable along a longitudinal axis of the cosmetic apparatus via a telescopic mechanism. The applicator head may be extended by partially removing a first stem of the plurality of stems from a longitudinal cavity of a second stem of the plurality of stems. The applicator head may be retracted by inserting the first stem at least partially into the longitudinal cavity of the second stem. The cosmetic apparatus configured for telescopically extending and retracting an applicator head may streamline application of cosmetic product and/or storage of cosmetic apparatuses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Cindy Sean Yuei Lim
  • Publication number: 20160113376
    Abstract: A plastic bottle for containing perfume compositions and having improved crazing resistance is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Dimitris Ioannic Collias, Patti Jean Kellett
  • Publication number: 20160113377
    Abstract: A device for containing, dispensing and applying to a substrate content in liquid, gel, cream or paste form has a shaped semi-rigid wall, closing wall and applicator with attachment portion and application portion as extensions of one another. The shaped semi-rigid wall comprises a portion for receiving content, an attachment portion with inner projection and protection portion engaging with the attachment portion and the application portion of the applicator; the closing wall covers the semi-rigid wall; a breakable element is placed between the attachment portion and the protection portion; a content-transfer passage communicates with the content vessel and the application portion of the applicator, and is made with a structure having a radial spacing that ensures no peripheral tightness between the outer peripheral surface of the attachment portion of the applicator and the inner peripheral surface opposite the attachment portion of the shaped semi-rigid wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2013
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Philippe Moussion, Carl Allain
  • Publication number: 20160113378
    Abstract: The device comprises a container that is transparent, at least in part, and that contains a transparent cosmetic composition; a cap that is suitable for closing the container, preventing any of the composition from leaving the container; and an applicator that is fastened to the cap, and that includes at least one transparent portion that extends into the composition when the container is closed by the cap. The transparent portion of the applicator and the composition have respective refractive indices that present a difference that is less than or equal to 0.075, preferably less than or equal to 0.05, or even less than or equal to 0.03.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Nicolas CASTEX, Julien SEINGIER
  • Publication number: 20160113379
    Abstract: A wearable fluid reservoir configured to contain liquids includes a swinging suppressing mechanism to inhibit horizontal and vertical swinging of a reservoir main body in relation to a hydration pack in which the reservoir main body is inserted. The pack includes a connecting mechanism that mates with the swinging suppressing mechanism to form a detachable, yet secure fit between the reservoir and the pack. A sipping tube is coupled to the reservoir main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Shinji MARUI
  • Publication number: 20160113380
    Abstract: Disclosed is a backpack cot, operating from a backpack position for hiking to a cot position for sleeping. The backpack cot has a frame. The frame includes a plurality of rigid members and a plurality of hinges for unfolding the backpack cot from the backpack position to the cot position. The backpack cot has a sleeping surface. The backpack cot also has a combination storage container and flotation device, for sealing contents of the container and for serving as a life preserver. The backpack cot may also have a carriage area for holding the storage container, a pair of shoulder straps, a waist belt, and a padded back which, together comprise the sleeping surface in the cot position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Reid Cooke
  • Publication number: 20160113381
    Abstract: A split type hanging buckle comprises a base and a connecting element, the base comprises a top cover and a bottom cover, the top cover has a receiving groove, one end of the bottom cover has an accommodating groove, the accommodating groove corresponds to the receiving groove, the connecting element includes a first magnetic element, a second magnetic element, a connecting part and a fitting part, the first magnetic element is received in the accommodating groove, one end of the connecting part has an inserting part and a clamping part, one end of the inserting part has an receiving cavity, the second magnetic element is received in the receiving cavity, and after the second magnetic element is received in the receiving cavity, portions of the second magnetic element away from the inserting part attract the first magnet element, such that the connecting element is connected with the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Hai Pin Tsai
  • Publication number: 20160113382
    Abstract: An Upright Sweep Set is disclosed where an upright dustpan with a handle and retention claw arrangement serves to retain a broom or another cleaning device. The upright dustpan can be used without bending over, and folds up for storage or to retain debris that have been collected. The broom has a retention collar to allow the retention claw of the upright dustpan to grip the broom with the dustpan in either the open or the closed position. Both the upright dustpan and the broom have removable handles that are retained with a live hinge tab and receiver to allow the broom to also be used as a whisk broom and to allow the upright dustpan to be used either with or without a handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Andre Sampaio
  • Publication number: 20160113383
    Abstract: A toothbrush having two ends. Along the longitudinal axis of the toothbrush is the first end having a handle with an indention on the top side for thumb placement and an indention on the back side for pointer finger placement. Along the longitudinal axis of the toothbrush is the second end having a segment of a miswak branch held via an interference fit. The exposed segment of the miswak branch being held by the second end of the toothbrush is debarked and frayed having a bristle-like effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Rikesha Vernae George
  • Publication number: 20160113384
    Abstract: A toothbrush device having a body defining a cavity and an input port disposed on the body in fluid communication with the cavity. The input port permits brushing by-products to pass through the input port and into the cavity while restricting passage of the brushing by-products outward from the cavity. In one form, the toothbrush device includes an elongated handle with a reservoir having at least a portion disposed within the handle. The reservoir is sized to hold a predetermined amount of oral care product, and a mouthpiece is in fluid communication with the reservoir to discharge the oral care product from the reservoir.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Richard Carl Olson
  • Publication number: 20160113385
    Abstract: The invention discloses a paint brush comprising a hollow body having a first end opposing a second end and an inside and an outside. The invention also includes a handle having an inside and an outside, wherein the first end of the body is connected to the handle, and wherein the outside of the second end of the body is adapted for receiving a plurality of bristles. A plurality of bristles is attached to the outside of the second end of the body and a cavity is defined by the inside of the body and handle. The cavity is connected to the outside of the second end of the body by at least one channel. The invention also includes a removable cap covering an opening at a terminating end of the handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventor: Vernon Kennedy Babrow