Abstract: The present invention provides food products, nutritional programs, and methods for meeting nutritional needs of subjects with dementia and related cognitive disorders. In one embodiment, the invention provides a food product comprising a reversibly sealed container and a soup, wherein the soup is in the container and comprises a total volume of 200-2000 mls, a vegetable or meat component, 300 to 2500 calories, a macronutrient caloric distribution comprising: 20-80% fat, 10-45% protein, and 10-65% carbohydrate, about 2% to about 40% medium chain triglycerides, omega 3 fatty acids in an amount of 100 to 2000 mg and less than 20 solid food particles having a volume greater than about 20 cm3.

Abstract: A method for preparing a sorbate powder comprising dissolving sorbate salt in water, adding a stabilizing carrier to the sorbate solution, and spray drying the sorbate solution to form the sorbate powder. The sorbate powder is stable in beverage syrup.

Abstract: A sterilization tray is composed of a tray body and a pressing member capable of moving in a direction perpendicular to the tray body. The bottom of the tray body is formed from a perforated plate through which high pressure steam or hot water passes at the time of moist heat sterilization, and a frame of the pressing member is formed from a porous member through which steam or hot water passes. When plural sterilization trays are stacked in a state in which a resin container (multi-chamber container) I is placed on the sterilization tray, the peripheral edge of an empty chamber part of the resin container is pressed by the pressing member of the sterilization tray stacked above, and deformation of the resin container during the moist heat sterilization can be prevented.

Abstract: Provided is an automatically rotating, high-pressure sterilizer 10. A vessel 110 thereof has a vertical axis 151 that inclines to a horizontal rotation axis 150. A processing chamber 114 in the vessel 110 has a smooth and non-protruding inner surface 114a or has a mechanical stirring element for stirring products 100. The vessel 110 comprises at least: components for supporting and rotating the vessel 140-144, a first connector 120, temperature-controlling components 121-123, processing chamber 114 supplying components 131-134, sensor components 145, 150, and a PLC-type electronic controller 163. Also provided is a corresponding processing method. The present invention achieves high quality while having low operation costs, and is suited for high production volumes.

Abstract: Embodiments related to juicing methods and apparatuses for extracting juice from food matter using juicer cartridges are described. In one embodiment, a juicer cartridge may include one or more separate internal compartments. Food matter loaded into the juicer cartridge may be compressed by a corresponding juicer and expelled through an outlet that may be sealed until activation. Food matter may be pre-sized according to various physical characteristics, and the juicer cartridge may be injected with a gas to enhance shelf life and reduce nutrient loss. The juicer may also be provided with “smart” functionality to provide safety features, track usage, and enhance the operator experience. Several embodiments of packing systems for preparing juicer cartridges are also described.

Abstract: Embodiments related to juicing methods and apparatuses for extracting juice from food matter using juicer cartridges are described. In one embodiment, a juicer cartridge may include one or more separate internal compartments. Food matter loaded into the juicer cartridge may be compressed by a corresponding juicer and expelled through an outlet that may be sealed until activation. Food matter may be pre-sized according to various physical characteristics, and the juicer cartridge may be injected with a gas to enhance shelf life and reduce nutrient loss. The juicer may also be provided with “smart” functionality to provide safety features, track usage, and enhance the operator experience. Several embodiments of packing systems for preparing juicer cartridges are also described.

Abstract: A sorting table for separating fruits from foreign bodies has at least one set of rollers revolvingly mounted in a frame. Each roller has a shaft with an axis orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the frame. The sorting table has adjustment means intended to adjust the distance between the axes of rotation of the rollers according to the dimensions of the fruits to be selected.

Abstract: A chewable oral tobacco composition (1) including a tobacco raw material for eluting a tobacco component and a gum base comprises: a first gum portion (10) including the tobacco raw material and a first gum base; and a second gum portion (20) including a second gum base. The second gum portion does not include the tobacco raw material or includes the tobacco raw material in an amount less than an amount of the tobacco raw material included in the first gum portion. A weight of the first gum base is 0.3 g or more. Wt. % of the first gum base is 50 wt. % or more when wt. % of the first gum portion is 100 wt. %. Total wt. % of the first gum base and the second gum base is 50 wt. % or less when wt. % of the oral tobacco composition is 100 wt. %.

Abstract: A cigarette extinguishing device, including a tubular fluid receptacle configured to be disposed within a filter of a cigarette, the fluid receptacle having enclosed therein sufficient fluid to extinguish the cigarette, the fluid being under pressure from compressed air within the fluid receptacle, a diaphragm disposed at an end of the tubular fluid receptacle, the diaphragm being configured to be ruptured by at least one of pressure and heat and being more susceptible to pressure and heat than side walls of the tubular receptacle, and a tube connected to the diaphragm and extending through a tobacco region of the cigarette until a distal end of the cigarette, wherein, when the diaphragm is ruptured, the fluid flows from the fluid receptacle via the tube to a burn region of the cigarette, thereby extinguishing the cigarette.

Abstract: A smoking assembly includes a pipe that has an elongated section and an elbow section. The elbow section forms an angle with respect to the elongated section. Each of the elongated section and the elbow section is substantially hollow to have air drawn therethrough. The pipe is comprised of a rigid material. The rigid material is copper. A plurality of inserts is each removably positionable within the elbow section to retain a smoking article within the elbow section. The smoking article extends upwardly from the elbow section. Each of the plurality of inserts has a unique size with respect to each other to retain smoking articles of various sizes. A cap is removably coupled to the elbow section to retain the insert within the elbow section. A lid is positionable over the smoking article to extinguish the smoking article.

Abstract: A cigarette smoking cessation tool can include a container, a first door, a biasing device, and a motor. The container can have a body defining a first cavity with a first opening to cigarettes. The first door can include grooves and be mounted to selectively rotate and close the first opening of the first cavity. The biasing device can be at least partially disposed in the first cavity to urge the at least one row of cigarettes against the first door. The motor can rotate the first door and thereby align one of the grooves with the first cavity and allow the biasing device to urge at least one of the cigarettes of the at least one row of cigarettes through the first opening and into the one of the grooves.

Abstract: An ashtray device (1) for collecting cigarette or cigar ash and butts, the device comprising a separation mechanism (2) for separating the ash from the butts, and at least two containers (10, 11), wherein a first container (10) is positioned so as to receive the butts and a second container (11) is positioned so as to receive the ash.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette, in which an atomizer assembly protective cartridge is provided outside of the atomizer assembly, and a battery assembly protective cartridge is provided outside of the battery assembly. An atomizing seat fitted with the holder is provided at an inner end of the atomizer assembly. At least a coating layer is provided outside of the atomizer assembly protective cartridge, the holder and the battery assembly protective cartridge, and enables connection between the atomizer assembly protective cartridge, the holder and the battery assembly protective cartridge. In the overall process of assembling the electronic cigarette, since there is no pushing or squeezing action between the atomizer assembly and the battery assembly, it is possible to effectively avoid oil leakage caused by an inclination and a deformation of the atomizing seat under uneven force is effectively avoided.

Abstract: A battery rod and an electronic cigarette having the battery rod are provided. A connector is provided in the inside of one end of a battery cartridge of the battery rod. The battery cartridge includes an inner protective cartridge and an outer protective cartridge which are coaxially arranged. Both the inner protective cartridge and the outer protective cartridge are parts made of a non-metallic material. A fastening ring for clamping the connector is sleeved on the outside of one end of the inner protective cartridge at a position corresponding to a position of the connector. The outer protective cartridge and fastening ring are coaxially arranged, and the outer protective cartridge and fastening ring are staggered in an axial direction of the battery cartridge. One end surface of the outer protective cartridge faces one end surface of the fastening ring.

Abstract: This invention relates to an electric-heating smoking article comprising an igniting activator, the electric-heating smoking article comprising a mouthpiece 20 on its one end, and the igniting activator 10 on its other end, wherein the igniting activator 10 comprises at least one temperature measurement element 1 and a heat conductor 2 contacting with the temperature measurement element 1, wherein the temperature measurement element 1 is connected to a positive wire terminal of a heating element 5 and a negative wire terminal of a power supply 6. When the heat conductor 2 is heated to a temperature above a specified value, the smoking article activates the heating element to heat, enabling consumers to get used to novel electric-heating cigarettes without changing their traditional smoke behaviors while keeping the igniting manner unchanged. This invention also discloses an igniting activation method of an electric-heating smoking article.

Abstract: An electronic vapor provision system is provided including: a pressure drop or air flow sensor for monitoring inhalation by a user through the electronic vapor provision system; and a control unit for detecting the start and end of inhalation based on readings from the sensor. The control unit is configured to: monitor the cumulative period of inhalation (Ti) over a predetermined window (Tw); and transfer the electronic vapor provision system to a sleep mode if the cumulative period (Ti) exceeds a predetermined threshold (Th).

Abstract: A flavor apparatus comprising a flavoring reservoir configured to hold a liquid flavoring, a central conduit and a nozzle operably connected to the flavoring reservoir and configured to atomize the liquid flavoring and provide atomized flavoring to the central conduit.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette includes a power rod, an atomizer, and a connecting structure. The connecting structure includes a first connecting member and a second connecting member. The first connecting member includes a rotary buckle device, the rotary buckle device defines a butt-jointed slot and includes at least one buckle-jointed portion extending into the butt-jointed slot; the second connecting member defines a groove and a guide surface. In assembly, the buckle-jointed portion is aligned with the guide surface, the rotary buckle device is sheathed on the second connecting member and axially moved to the groove, the rotary buckle device is rotated to buckle the buckle-jointed portion with the groove. The connection mode is simple and novelty, can improve the production efficiency and facilitate users to change the atomizer, and meets users' personalized needs.

Abstract: A sleeve cuff is provided for a sleeve comprising an anterior patch affixed to the sleeve and covering at least a portion of a cutout in the sleeve, a distal strap affixed to the sleeve and spanning over at least a portion of a cutout in the sleeve, and the distal strap overlapping at least a portion of the anterior patch to form an aperture for receiving a thumb therethrough. The sleeve cuff has a plurality of configurations, including at least a closed configuration where the aperture is closed and minimizes the wearer's exposure to wind and air elements therethrough, and an opened configuration where the aperture is opened and minimizes the air penetration around the received thumb.

Abstract: An underwear garment for male use, comprising a main portion housing a pelvic area and/or a pubic area and at least a zone of a hip area of a user, an auxiliary portion positioned centrally and frontally on the main portion with respect to the user and which houses a first anatomical part of male genitals of the user and a supplementary portion connected to the main portion or to the auxiliary portion and which contains a second anatomical part of the genitals of the user that is different to the first anatomical part.

Abstract: A wet sock is disclosed for use in sports. The wet sock includes a first piece of elastic material covering a top of a foot including tops of toes of the foot, a second piece of elastic material covering a bottom of the foot including bottoms of the toes, and a sewn seam joining the first piece and the second piece to form the wet sock, wherein the sewn seam runs along a left side of the foot and a right side of the foot and traverses a toe portion of the wet sock. A toe portion of the sock is asymmetrical to form fit a foot of a user.

Abstract: The invention relates to a knitted bra (10), comprising at least a first knitted cup (12a) and a second knitted cup (12b) which are transversely aligned and each have an overall hemispheric shape, each cup (12a, 12b) comprising a first elastically extensible knitted peripheral portion for supporting the chest, a stiffener (20) portion which extends at least partially under each cup (12a, 12b), and a strap (14) for attaching the back of the bra (10), characterised in that the stiffener (20) forms an underwiring strip which at least partially surrounds the first peripheral supporting portion (30a, 30b) of each cup (12a, 12b), and in that the stiffener (20) is knitted in a first type of stitch designed for replacing an added underwiring.

Abstract: A two person garment that may cover two or more persons at cold weather outdoor sporting events or any other situation where sharing body heat would be beneficial

Abstract: A cold-weather apparel item configured to promote breathability, provide warmth, and minimize distractions is provided herein. The cold-weather apparel item is formed from a composite fabric that is breathable and repels water. The cold-weather apparel item further comprises at least a hood lock cord system that maintains the hood of the apparel item in a secure position while not being used, inflow air ducts and outflow air ducts to provide ventilation, and a layered thumbhole assembly with overlapping panels that fits snugly around a wearer's thumbs when used.

Abstract: A high-visibility fabric according to the present invention is a fabric that is colored and includes, on at least one surface, a colored part that is colored by an application of a fluorescent-pigment-containing resin. The fluorescent-pigment-containing resin is applied to at least an entire outer surface of the colored part, and the colored part has a color that meets requirements of “5.1 Colour performance requirements of new material” and “5.2 Colour after Xenon test” of ISO 20471:2013.

Abstract: A hip protective, disposable undergarment is described. The hip protective, disposable undergarment includes a brief having a body between a first end and a second end. The first end includes a waist opening, and the second end includes two leg openings. A first pocket is included in the body, and a first hip protective insert is removably attached to the first pocket of the body. The first hip protective insert is configured to be disposed over a first trochanteric region of the wearer when the undergarment is worn. A second pocket is also included in the body and a second hip protective insert is removably attached to the second pocket of the body. The second hip protective insert is disposed over a second trochanteric region of the wearer when the undergarment is worn.

Abstract: A pre-knotted necktie system is described. Embodiments of the pre-knotted necktie system can include a body, a pre-knotted necktie coupled to the body, and an attachment mechanism. The attachment mechanism can be implemented to secure the pre-knotted necktie and body to a neck of a wearer. Typically, the attachment mechanism can be a strap having releasably coupled ends. The strap can be passed through one or more apertures of the body, thus enabling the body to be secured to a neck of the wearer.

Abstract: Disclosed is an adhesively attachable to at least a portion of the skin surrounding a user's armpit, the article having a first surface facing the body of a user and at least a second surface aligned approximately opposite the first surface, further having a cruciform shaped backing layer in communication with a cruciform shaped top layer. The top layer of the article has a raised portion defining a space between the top layer and the backing layer, the space adapted for receiving an absorbent padding. The raised portion has an opening exposing at least a portion of the absorbent padding on the first surface of the article to the user's skin when the article is worn.

Abstract: A pad arrangement comprises a layer of fabric with a pad connected to the layer of fabric. The pad includes a plurality of energy absorbing structures. Each of the plurality of energy absorbing structures includes an outer surface connected to the layer of fabric. Each of the outer surfaces is spaced apart from other outer surfaces on the pad. A plurality of buttresses extend between the energy absorbing structures, each of the plurality of buttresses extending downwardly and away from the outer surface of one or more of the energy absorbing structures.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus and method used to ergonomically remove and manage perspiration on the human body during exercise, manual labor, or any activity that requires the removal of perspiration. The apparatus is constructed from moisture absorbing, wicking and elastic materials fashioned as a sleeve or wrap and positioned on the body at locations that the wearer would remove sweat through natural body movement.

Abstract: A cap apparatus having a head covering portion constructed of a fabric material for covering a portion of a wearer's head, a brim constructed of a fabric material joined thereto along the exterior lower side of the peripheral edge of the head covering portion having a first and second edge flaps, a first fastener positioned on the head covering portion rear surface and a second fastener positioned on the exterior surfaces of the edges of the brim. The first fastener can be adjusted and joined thereto along either side of the peripheral edges of the head covering portion so that the head covering portion is fastened at the rear. The second fastener can be adjusted and joined thereto along either side of the peripheral edges of the brim so that the brim's edges are fastened together.

Abstract: Improvements introduced in a cap or a similar headwear provided with a luminous means incorporated in the decorative and/or in the promotional elements. The instant invention is related to a cap (B) formed by a crown (cp) and a brim (ab) whose outer surfaces may be provided with decorative elements (ED) such as logos, figures, inscriptions and others, such decorative element (ED) may comprise an embroidery, silk-screen, metallic plates and other types of decoration that are provided together with luminous means (1).

Abstract: Systems and methods for attaching storage to safety helmets are presented. The systems and methods involve adding external storage to a safety helmet by insertion of a substantially ring shaped apparatus onto the safety helmet, which includes one or more storage compartments, and once inserted produces a fit that is one or more of either snug, interference, or a press fit. The addition of further safety features such as lights and the inclusion of safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, or first aid equipment are also disclosed.

Abstract: A helmet comprised of a hard outer shell, a compressible liner in contact with an inner surface of the hard outer shell, and a comfort liner in contact with an inner surface of the compressible liner. The damping hole is defined longitudinally along a longitudinal axis through the hard outer shell, the compressible liner, and the comfort liner. The helmet also includes a pendulum damping system disposed in the damping hole and extending longitudinally from the outer shell to the comfort liner. The pendulum damping system has a pendulum mass that is laterally displaceable within the damping hole.

Abstract: A helmet is comprised of: a stiff outer shell and an inner liner adapted to be fitted to a wearer's head. A shock absorbing layer is located between, and connected to, the stiff outer shell and the fitted inner layer. The shock absorbing layer is adapted to allow the outer shell to flex rotationally relative to the inner layer in order to cushion a rotational force applied to the outer shell. The shock absorbing layer is adapted to allow the outer shell to move linearly relative to the inner liner in order to cushion a linear force applied to the outer shell.

Abstract: The Impact Diverting Helmet System is a redesign of the conventional football helmet that is in use today. It is a protective head covering device that is designed to absorb and divert the majority of force that results from a collision starting at the point of impact. This design offers the wearer elevens levels of protection and it can be easily manufactured with lightweight materials so it can be similar in weight to conventional helmets in use today.

Abstract: A soft-sided helmet may comprise a ventilation system having at least two radial vents, including a first radial vent and a second radial vent; at least a first air channel connecting the first radial vent to at least one other radial vent; and at least a second air channel connecting the second radial vent to at least one other radial vent. The first radial vent may oppose the second radial vent. The ventilation system may further comprise further radial vents, which optionally may be connected to each other via one or more air channels.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lightweight protective helmet having an improved ventilation system therein. The protective helmet comprises an outer shell and an inner liner that are joined together to form a shell/liner composite. The ventilation system interacts with one or more ventilation ports in the protective helmet to control the flow of ambient air in and out of the interior of the protective helmet. The ventilation system may be integrated or encased within the shell/liner composite, or it may be adapted to be used on the exterior of the helmet. In addition, the ventilation system may include one of several types of interchangeable insert members to allow active or passive control of ambient air into the interior of the helmet.

Abstract: A shoe assembly for relieving podiatric pain includes a shoe that may be worn on a foot of a user. A therapeutic unit is positioned within the shoe. The therapeutic unit is comprised of copper such that the therapeutic unit may relieve podiatric pain when the user wears the shoe.

Abstract: A shoe sole including a first wall and a second wall, wherein the second wall is opposite the first wall at a spaced distance from the first wall, the first wall and second wall form a continuous channel therebetween for receiving an LED belt, the LED belt comprising a plurality of LED circuit boxes containing LED lights; the channel further including a plurality of recessed cavities for receiving the LED circuit boxes including the LED lights and a plurality of arcuate grooves for receiving portions of the LED belt that do not include the LED circuit boxes, wherein the plurality of arcuate grooves are positioned in an alternating pattern with the plurality of recessed cavities, the protrusions further forming a generally “C” shape indentation proximate to a perimeter along a first lateral side of the sole and a generally reverse “C” shape indentation proximate to the perimeter along a second lateral side of the sole.

Abstract: An article of footwear may have an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper. The upper includes an illuminable panel and a plurality of strands positioned to extend adjacent and parallel to the illuminable panel. The illuminable panel has a surface with a covered area and an exposed area. The covered area includes a substantially opaque covering, and the exposed area is at least partially visible from the exterior of the footwear. The strands are located to correspond with the exposed area of the illuminable panel. Light from the exposed area of the illuminable panel may enhance, highlight, or otherwise increase the visibility of the strands or areas of the upper that include the strands.

Abstract: A sandal includes a sole having an outer front portion, an inner front portion, an outer rear portion, and an inner rear portion; and a foot strapping system having a primary tether which has two end portions attached to the outer front portion and the outer rear portion of the sole; an auxiliary tether having one end portion attached to the inner rear portion of the sole and engaged with a middle portion of the primary tether; and an adjusting tether having one end portion attached to the inner front portion of the sole, and having an intermediate portion engaged with the middle portion of the primary tether for securing a foot of a user to the sole. The adjusting tether includes two cables, and the primary tether includes two straps.

Abstract: A shoe with reversible and moveable tops is presented and includes fasteners, such as snaps or zippers, positioned all around the base of the shoe in order for the top half of the shoe to be changed. The tops are made of various materials and different styles, There can be full-covered footwear, sandal-type or any type of strapped shoe for women or men. Alternative embodiments comprise a sole, an upper, a leg shaft, a leg shaft extension, and a finishing collar that may be combined to create a distinctive shoe. The leg shaft and the leg shaft extension may have laces or vertical zippers to provide a better fit for the user. The finishing collar, leg shaft, and leg shaft extension are configured to provide a protective layer between zippers and a user's skin.

Abstract: Footwear for use during a specialized activity such as skiing, cycling, skating and many other sports or industrial uses, and provides a dorsal element engaging the dorsal aspect of the foot for enabling the user to control relative to the plantar aspect the maximum height of the arch of the foot at substantially all times during the activity regardless of the position or orientation of the foot. A pivotal arm is mounted on a frame attached to the planter aspect for pivotal movement about an axis transverse to the foot and is compressed by an adjustable element operable by the user.

Abstract: A toddler shoe has a squeaker or other air-powered noisemaker (collectively “squeaker”) that is selectively active in that the squeaker can be turned on or off. The squeaker can be turned on or off without removing the squeaker from the shoe, and because the squeaker remains in the shoe, the functional characteristics of the shoe are unaffected by the on or off state of the squeaker.

Abstract: An article of footwear comprises a sole extending along a longitudinal axis between a heel portion and a toe portion. The sole extends along a width axis between inner and outer edges. The width axis is transverse to the longitudinal axis. A maximum width of the sole is defined along the width axis. The sole extends along a height axis between a top surface and a bottom surface. The height axis is transverse to the longitudinal axis and to the width axis. A maximum height of the sole is defined along the height axis. The bottom surface is at least partially convex. A convex portion of the bottom surface is defined by a radius having a center positioned lower than the width axis along the height axis. The sole can be engaged with a boot. The sole can be part of a kit including a boot and a skate blade assembly.

Abstract: A negative-heel insole comprising a substantially tapered body of material (30), having a predetermined thickness of the forefoot portion (32) of the insole, being substantially thicker than the predetermined thickness of the heel portion (34) of said insole. The base (30) of the insole is made of a flexible material that can be repeatedly bent or flexed without fracturing, such as ethylene vinyl acetate foam, polyurethane foam, polyethylene, rubber, leather, silicone, encased gel, etc. . . . In addition, a fabric layer top portion (20) is bonded with adhesive to the top superior surface of the base (30).

Abstract: An athletic shoe including: an interior member; and a loop-shaped wrap, wherein the wrap includes: a heel portion covering a part of a calcaneal bone; a band-shaped and/or cord-shaped twisted portion continuous with a front end portion of the heel portion on medial side, extending toward under a foot sole while twisted on medial side; a medial bottom portion continuous with a front end portion of the twisted portion, extending along a medial side portion to a ball of a big toe under the foot sole; and a band-shaped and/or cord-shaped diagonal transverse portion continuous with a front end portion of the heel portion on lateral side, covering a portion of a cuboid bone and/or a tuberosity of a fifth metatarsal bone, and further extending across an instep diagonally forward so as to cover an upper surface of the big toe and a side surface of the ball.

Abstract: A composite sole structure for an article of footwear includes a bottom component and an intermediate component. Each of the intermediate component and the bottom component includes a protruding portion that forms a concave contour on the top surface and a corresponding convex contour on the bottom surface of the component, where the protruding portion includes at least a first portion that forms a continuous trough at least from a medial side of the forefoot region, e.g., from a medial side of a toe split, to a lateral side of the heel region, e.g., a heel strike region. The bottom component further includes a variable thickness profile that forms a continuous ridge on the bottom surface, the ridge extending from the medial side of the forefoot region to the lateral side of the heel region, the ridge being substantially aligned with the first portion of the protruding portion of the intermediate component and the bottom component.

Abstract: An article of footwear has a toe cap having fibers on the surface to provide a slip region of reduced friction. The toe cap may be formed integrally with an outsole. The fibers may be in the form of a mesh, e.g., an open spacer mesh. Optionally, the toe cap may be made from an elastomeric material which is impregnated into the mesh and is cured around fibers in the mesh. A method for making a toe cap, optionally with an outsole formed integrally therewith, includes molding an elastomeric material into a toe cap having an outer surface and adhering fiber to the toe cap outer surface to provide the slip region. Pressing the fibers against the elastomeric material may be done under sufficient temperature and pressure to cure the elastomeric material around a portion of the fibers. An article of footwear features a toe cap as described.