Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear and a method of making the sole structure is disclosed. The sole structure can include an outsole and a midsole. The midsole includes a cavity with a protruding portion. A U-shaped or L-shaped transparent member is configured to cover the cavity so that the protruding portion remains visible from within the cavity.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure. The sole structure can be manufactured using a customized cushioning sole system. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole structure. The sole structure can also include a lattice structure made by a three-dimensional printer. The sole structure includes compartments to receive air bladder components.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure. The upper includes elongated members extending from a lower peripheral portion that mechanically connect the upper to a sole structure. The sole structure includes several recesses for engaging the elongated members. The upper and/or the elongated members can be printed using a three-dimensional printer.

Abstract: A footwear assembly (10) including a wearable footwear part (12) and a detachable sole part (14), the wearable footwear part including a body portion (16) in which a foot is receivable and a fixed sole portion (18) extending along an underside (20) of the body portion (16). Each of the fixed sole portion (18) and the detachable sole part (14) include correspondingly arranged magnetic elements (22) adapted to be attractive to one another such that placement of the fixed sole portion (18) of the wearable footwear part (12) proximate to the detachable sole part (14) draws the detachable sole part (14) into abutment with the fixed sole portion (18) of the wearable footwear part (14).

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure. The upper includes elongated members extending from a lower peripheral portion that mechanically connect the upper to a sole structure. The sole structure includes several recesses for engaging the elongated members. The upper and/or the elongated members can be printed using a three-dimensional printer.

Abstract: A gluing-free shoe provides a gluing-free shoe comprising an upper leather and a sole coupled to each other without using glue, wherein the upper leather has an upper leather fixing piece formed on the lower end thereof, a fixing hole extending through the upper leather fixing piece, a reinforcing core material having high strength and durability is embedded on the lower end of the upper leather and inside the fixing piece; the sole comprises a frame, which is fixed to the upper leather, and an outsole fitted to the frame, the frame is injection-molded using a hard synthetic resin or molded using a rubber molding material, a frame fixing piece is formed on the upper side of the periphery of the frame to be positioned outside the upper leather fixing piece formed on the upper leather, a pin coupling hole being formed in the frame fixing piece.

Abstract: A one-piece, triangular shoe insert for use in pointed-toe shoes where the toe box extends beyond the tips of the toes. The insert is small enough to fit into a toe box of a pointed toe shoe and not cram the toes. The insert is large enough so that the insert remains in place within a pointed toe box due to friction. The insert is made of a dense but resilient material, so that it also remains in place within a toe box due to expansion of the material against the surface of the interior, curved underside of the toe box. The insert may remain in a shoe for the life of a shoe, or it may be removed by wedging one's index finger or a blunt object such as a flat-edge screwdriver underneath the insert and pulling it out. Upon removal from a shoe, the resilient material from which the one-piece insert is made springs back to its original shape, and the one-piece insert may be reused.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to therapeutic footwear such as sandals, conventional shoes, and corrective inserts that may be inserted into conventional shoes. Specifically, the therapeutic footwear may be used for maintaining, correcting, or repositioning the great toe to decrease pressure on the first metatarsal-phalangeal joint or bunion. Additional therapeutic features may include spreading of the wearer's toes, supporting the wearer's arch to control excessive pronation, and providing sustained heel cord stretch at rest, during ambulation, pedicure, and before, during, or after medical treatment.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a digital mechanical measurement last, which specifically comprises a last, a three-dimensional strain gauge load cell, a signal amplifier, a data acquisition card, data acquisition system software, and a data line.

Abstract: A last assembly includes a plurality of retractable pins and a plurality of vacuum holes, both acting to hold footwear segments to the last assembly to facilitate manufacturing of, or modification to, an article of footwear. A method of making or modifying an article of footwear includes placing footwear segments on the last assembly by associating an extension portion of at least one footwear segment with the retractable pins, modifying the footwear segments and then removing the extension portion.

Abstract: A belt buckle for a plug-in tongue of a vehicle seat belt. The buckle includes a holding mechanism for holding an inserted plug-in tongue and with a belt buckle housing which includes a first shell part and a second shell part locked onto the first shell part. The buckle includes a rod-shaped latch element that is mounted on the first shell part. The latch element is pushed along its longitudinal direction into a latch receiver of the second shell part and is held there by means of at least one pair of latching fins. The latching fins on opposite sides of the latch element each bear at an angle on a latch edge, formed on the surface of the latch element, and prevent a withdrawal of the latch element from the latch receiver counter to the insertion direction.

Abstract: A surface fastener member includes left and right longitudinal protective wall sections and front and rear lateral protective wall sections. Each of the lateral protective wall sections includes an outer first lateral wall section and an inner second lateral wall section. The first lateral wall section is continuously placed between the left and right longitudinal protective wall sections at a predetermined height. The second lateral wall section includes a plurality of divided lateral wall bodies which are intermittently placed along a width direction, and a plurality of second engagement elements. The distance is set smaller than a mounting pitch of the first engagement elements in the longitudinal direction of the surface fastener member. According to this, when the molded surface fastener is integrally molded on a cushion body, it is possible to prevent resin material from entering an engagement element region of the surface fastener member.

Abstract: A fastening element (1) is provided having a gripping portion (5), a plurality of gripping elements (20, 20?) extending from the gripping portion (5), a supporting portion (10) being defined by at least one supporting-portion wall extending from the gripping portion (5) in a direction opposite that of the gripping elements (20, 20?), the supporting portion (10) having a supporting-portion width smaller than a gripping-portion width of the gripping portion (5), such that a top flange is formed by the gripping portion (5) relative to the supporting portion (10) on at least one side of the fastening element (1), and an anchoring portion (15) extending from a distal end of at least one supporting-portion wall and parallel to the gripping portion (5) so as to form a bottom flange relative to the supporting portion (10) on the at least one side corresponding to the top flange.

Abstract: There is provided a side fastener chain. A plurality of elements are fixed on each of opposing edge portions of a pair of fastener tapes at a predetermined pitch. The elements include a base portion and a head portion. A ratio (Rt) of the sum dimension of a first partial thickness, which is measured from an upper surface of each element to an upper surfaces-side apex of the respective edge portion, and a second partial thickness, which is measured from a lower surface of the element to a lower surface-side apex of the edge portion, to a thickness of the element satisfies the following equation: 40%?Rt. A ratio (Rtl) of the thickness of the element to the entire length of the element satisfies the following equation: 0<Rtl<60%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a convenient and quick-release textile, a quick-release slide fastener being provided on the textile, a tooth easy-release region being provided on the teeth of the quick-release slide fastener. A pulling member is provided beside the tooth easy-release region. Quick positioners having a mutual positioning function are further provided on both the textile and the pulling member correspondingly. The quick positioner provided on the textile and the quick positioner provided on the pulling member are located on a same side of the quick-release slide fastener, or separately on two sides of the quick-release slide fastener. In this way, the pulling member textile is held easily and covers the tooth easy-release region, thus preventing the tooth easy-release region from separating due to the impact of the unnecessary external force.

Abstract: Watch comprising a watchband fixed to a case, this watchband comprising an extending strand, and a buckle arranged to encircle a case or an element protruding from this watchband, formed by this extending strand or by an added buckle, and the buckle comprises a stop surface arranged to cooperate, in a fastened position, either with a first complementary stop surface of a case, or with a second complementary stop surface comprised in the protruding element of the watchband.

Abstract: A luggage apparatus includes a front shell and a rear shell which are connected by a zipper closure and a hinge. A cup bolder includes a body portion which projects into the interior of the front shell. The cup holder includes a rim which rests on the outer surface of the front shell. The rear shell includes a telescoping handle and lower surfaces of the front and rear shells each have caster-type wheels. The front shell includes a fabric litter which prevents damage to items stored in the apparatus in the event, that there is an accidental spill from the cup holder.

Abstract: A children's luggage device stores and carries items in a device that is appealing to children and can be used for amusement while traveling. The device includes a container having a bottom wall and a perimeter wall coupled to and extending upwardly from the bottom wall to define an interior space. A cover is coupled to the container such that the cover selectively covers the interior space. An exterior surface of the container and the cover is shaped to resemble a vehicle when the cover is in a closed position. Each of a plurality of wheels is coupled to the container.

Abstract: A convertible container assembly is provided having an upper member and a lower member. The upper member has a first plurality of attachment portions at an upper member perimeter. The lower member is convertible such that the lower member is substantially planar in a first configuration and substantially parallelepipedous in a second configuration. The lower member includes a second plurality of attachment portions at a lower member perimeter. The first plurality of attachment portions at the upper member perimeter is configured to attach to the second plurality of attachment portions at the lower member perimeter.

Abstract: A securing system for a container includes a securing system and an ornamental system selectively securable thereto for operably enabling a multitude of adaptive attractant features for greater expression of individuality. The securing system includes opposing elements effective to releasably secure opposing open side elements of the container against an unintended opening. The ornamental system includes an attractant feature and may optionally include additional attractant systems for presentation of a sound, a scent, a motion, or a secure access function.

Abstract: It is an object of the present embodiment of the invention to fasten a device to the hair, in this case the device includes but is not limited to a sound processor for a cochlear implant.

Abstract: A hair enhancing accessory is used during formation of a hairstyle such as a ponytail or a bun. The hair enhancing has a base rim which is placed next to or near the head and a body which adds volume to a chosen hairstyle, allowing hair to be positioned around the body. The body is separated into a lower body section and an upper body section. The lower body section and upper body section can combine to form a cylindrical lateral surface, a tapered lateral surface, or even two oppositely tapered surfaces that meet at a midsection. Potentially, a secondary lip can be incorporated adjacent to the upper body section. A hair retaining addition such as a hair band is used to secure hair around the body, and is prevented from sliding by the base rim, the secondary rim, the tapered body sections, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a hair styling tool for padding a hair bundle, comprising: a base, an elastic padding, an adornment structure, and a contact layer. The base has an upper surface, a lower surface, and an opening passing from the upper surface to the lower surface. The elastic padding is disposed on a portion of the upper surface of the base. The adornment structure is disposed on another portion of the upper surface of the base. The contact layer is disposed on the lower surface of the base. A first hair section of the hair bundle covers the elastic padding and is padded thereby. A second hair section of the hair bundle passes through the opening and is pressed by the contact layer, such that the adornment structure is exposed above the second hair section.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair dryer (100) and a nozzle (113, 310, 410) for a hair dryer (100), and more specifically to an air outlet arrangement (112, 220, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700). The air outlet arrangement (112, 220, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700) comprises a flow changing device (223, 224, 331, 341, 431, 531, 631, 632) for changing a flow of air at the air outlet arrangement (112, 220, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700), depending on a pressure and/or temperature within a housing (110), in particular within the nozzle (113, 310, 410).

Abstract: A lice, flea or other parasitic insect comb has a handle that extends over top of the metal teeth of the comb and is shaped to be comfortable in the hand. The handle can comprise a U-shaped portion having a hand grip portion and a pair of spaced-apart struts that extend between the hand grip portion and the metal teeth of the comb. Preferably, the hand grip portion is spaced from a plane containing or aligned with the metal teeth and is vertically aligned with the metal teeth of the comb. Such a handle configuration can facilitate positioning of the teeth of the comb substantially flat against or parallel to the scalp, which makes removal of lice and nits more effective. In some configurations, the comb teeth can be wider than standard lice combs, so it covers more hair and therefore takes less time to remove nits and lice.

Abstract: A hair shaving apparatus constituted of: a heating element arranged to be heated to a temperature sufficient to cut hair proceeding from a skin surface; a shaving head exhibiting a pair of opposing walls, the heating element positioned in between the opposing walls and juxtaposed to an opening plane defined by an end of each of the opposing walls; and a handle coupled to the shaving head and exhibiting a longitudinal axis arranged to present a device angle with the skin surface, wherein the opening plane is arranged to be rotated about a first and a second rotation axis, generally orthogonal to each other and generally parallel to the opening plane, the rotation about the first and second rotation axis maintains a generally parallel relationship between the opening plane and the skin surface when the device angle changes.

Abstract: Scent diffuser for electronic device cases, purses and other personal complements. It's made of a light mesh, a thin absorbent piece and a waterproof plastic sheet. It diffuses essence fragrances.

Abstract: A manually operated pump and a method for pumping a preferably cosmetic liquid are proposed in which actuation is performed either by manual linear actuation or by swiveling actuation using a lever mechanism. The pump can be equipped with a locking device that blocks actuation of the pump in the locked state. The delivery head of the pump can be integrally formed with the swivel lever. Moreover, components of the pump can advantageously be provided with a flexible or elastic layer.

Abstract: Provided herein is a cosmetic vessel including a discharge unit discharging cosmetics to an outside; and a discharge plate provided at one side of the discharge unit from which the cosmetics are discharged, including at least one discharge hole, wherein the discharge plate is provided with a discharge plate processed portion made of a material different from that of the discharge plate on at least a portion of at least one surface.

Abstract: A rotation discharge-type cosmetic container characterized in that a content absorbing member, which absorbs a discharged content, is installed on the upper portion of a rotating body such that it is possible to smear only a necessary amount of the content, which has been absorbed by the content absorbing member, on a cosmetic application, such as a puff, and use the content, thereby preventing unnecessary waste of the content.

Abstract: An electronic device cover for use as a carrying case is described. The device can be a personal cell phone. The cover can be worn as an arm band or wristband carrying case. For example, the cell phone case/cover can have attached double bands connected from the edge of the cover flap to the bottom of the case. The flap can attach to the case through a small band attached at the top and the bottom of the cover flap.

Abstract: An external or internal artwork tube pocket that allows a child to carry artwork on a backpack or other carrying accessory without damage. The invention typically includes a tubular pocket that is open on the top and closed on the bottom. This tube can hold rolled-up sheets of artwork or other paper or thin cardboard. The tube is adapted to be attached to the backpack or accessory. The tube can have a fixed or removable bottom and an optional removable top. A preferred embodiment includes a substantially cylindrical artwork pocket attached vertically to the side of the backpack.

Abstract: A writing utensil carrying assembly for coupling writing utensils to a book or a user's arm includes a holder to contain a plurality of the writing utensils. A strap is coupled to the holder and the strap may be wrapped around an object to retain holder on the object. A first coupler and a second coupler are each coupled to the strap and the first coupler engages the second coupler.

Abstract: A magnetic article holder includes a first flexible panel, a second flexible panel, a plurality of pockets, a plurality of magnets, and a plate. The first flexible panel has a first outer surface and a first inner surface opposite to the first outer surface. The second flexible panel has a second outer surface and a second inner surface opposite to the second outer surface. The pockets are defined between the first inner surface and the second outer surface. The pockets are at least partially isolated from one another. The magnets are each respectively positioned in one of the plurality of pockets. The plate is spaced from the first outer surface. The plate is magnetically engaged with each of the first plurality of magnets.

Abstract: An object carrying system for transporting objects more efficiently through redistribution of weight. The object carrying system generally includes a handle portion, a fulcrum portion, and a receiver portion. The handle portion is adapted to be grasped by one hand of a user while an object may be retained within the receiver portion. The fulcrum portion, which is positioned between the handle and receiver portions, comprises an upwardly-curved configuration which is adapted to rest on the shoulder of the user when carrying the object. By positioning the object in the receiver portion, positioning the fulcrum portion over the shoulder, and pulling downwardly on the handle portion, the weight of the object may be effectively distributed from the arms of the user to the shoulder, thus greatly reducing discomfort when carrying an object with the present invention.

Abstract: A head for an oral-care implement having a longitudinal axis and comprises a bristle carrier having at least one tuft hole and at least one tuft being fixed in said tuft hole by an anchor. The at least one tuft comprises at least one filament having a longitudinal axis and a non-circular cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The at least one filament is bent around the anchor so that a first limb and a second limb extend from the bristle carrier. The first limb comprises a first free end, and the second limb comprises a second free end. Each free end is twisted around the longitudinal axis by a twisting angle a of about 80° to about 100° , preferably about 90°.

Abstract: An adjustable pedestal table for providing a selectively deployable, anchored support surface in a pool above the water surface comprises a planar table member suitable to provide a supporting surface for objects, a adjustable shaft, and a hollow base stand configured to be filled with material to selectively increase or decrease its weight. The adjustable shaft includes an upper pole telescopically disposed in a lower pole, with the upper pole is fixedly attached to the bottom surface of the table member, the lower pole is fixedly attached to the top surface of the base stand, and the upper pole adjustable to any position in the lower pole between an extended position and a retracted position. A conventional lever operated closure clamp is disposed at the interface between the upper pole and lower pole to allow the adjustable shaft to be selectively locked in a desired position.

Abstract: There is a modular furniture system having at least one wall, at least two support units, and at least one counter unit. The wall unit typically has a front surface, a back surface, and at least a first support tab and a second support tab. Each of the support units is capable of being coupled or joined to the wall unit. The counter unit can then be rested upon the wall unit and support units. Any number of wall units, support units, and counter units may be used in constructing the furniture system. The wall units and counter units may be curved or straight or bear other shapes to create unique overall pieces of furniture. In some embodiments, the furniture system may manifest itself as a portable bar.

Abstract: A suspended support apparatus and method for making the support apparatus which supports more weight than the average support system because of its design. The apparatus comprises: a frame including at least two perimeter cords forming a perimeter; a surface inside the frame comprising a plurality of cords interconnected with the perimeter; a plurality of connection elements interconnected with the perimeter; a plurality of attachment points, each attachment point extending from each connection element; a plurality of adjustment elements attached to one or more of the plurality of connection elements configured for adjusting a tension of the surface. The apparatus is easily adjustable by pulling on the adjustment element, such as a handle loop while the apparatus is anchored or not anchored to support structures. The apparatus can be used indoors or outdoors and can be anchored to different objects such as trees or other support structures.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a ready-to-assemble furniture that can be easily assembled by a user and that can be inexpensively manufactured. The ready-to-assemble furniture, in which a suitable number of wall surface component members that are adjacent with a prescribed included angle are coupled, is configured so that a coupling metal piece having a toughness couples the wall surface component members which are transitioned, by way of lifting operations by an assembler, from a pre-assembled state, which is one wall surface component member stacked on another, or which is a deployed position, to an assembled state having a prescribed included angle, wherein the coupling metal piece maintains the relative position of the wall surface component members by plastically deforming by way of bending stress generated in the coupling metal piece due to the lifting operations.

Abstract: Disclosed is a convertible article of furniture. The article includes a pair of side rails, with braces formed along an intermediate extent of the side rails. A series of pivotal support bars are also positioned along the pair of side rails. Forwardly and rearwardly located legs are included for supporting the side rails above the ground. The legs are pivotally related to the side rails. The article also includes a series of shelves, with each shelf being pivotally mounted between the pair of side rails. As such, the support bars can be used to selectively support the shelves at an angle relative to the side rails. Alternatively, the shelves can be supported by the braces such that the shelves are aligned with the side rails.

Abstract: The invention relates to a furniture drive (4) for ejecting a moveable furniture part (3) from a closed end position relative to the body of the item of furniture (2), comprising; a housing (9), an electric drive unit (10) which is arranged in or on the housing (9), an ejection lever (12) which can be driven by the electric drive unit (10) for transferring a movement to the moveable furniture part (3). The ejection lever (12) is mounted so that it can rotate about a rotational axis (11) on one side and comprises a free lever end (13) on the other side. Said ejection lever (12) comprises an ejection surface (14) between the rotational axis (11) and the free lever end (13). Said ejection surface (14) of the ejection lever (12) comprises, at least in sections, a toothing (15).

Abstract: In the case of a device for the detachable connection of a furniture pull-out movably guided in a furniture body via a guide unit with the guide unit having at least one adapter element detachably connectable with a running rail of the guide unit and having fastening elements for fixing the adapter element to a component of the furniture pull-out, the fastening elements comprise a catch for the detachable fastening of the adapter element to an assigned component of the furniture pull-out.

Abstract: A drawer assembly includes a roller glide system configured to facilitate sliding movement between an extended and a retracted position of a drawer. The roller glide system includes, at each lateral side of the drawer, a first and a second roller glides, each disposed between the drawer and a supporting frame for the drawer. The first and the second roller glides each include a wheel, a glide frame, a bearing shaft mount for coupling the wheel, and a wheel side load bearing formed as an arcuate protrusion from each bearing shaft mount and configured to support the exterior lateral periphery of the wheel when coupled to each glide frame. The second roller glide also includes a base rail bearing for guiding the second roller glide along a rail of the supporting frame.

Abstract: Drawer pull-out guide comprising a basic-structure rail, which can be fastened on a basic furniture structure, also comprising at least one pull-out rail, which is mounted such that it can be displaced relative to the basic-structure rail between an open position and a closed position, and further comprising at least one lifting device, by means of which the pull-out rail can be raised relative to the basic-structure rail towards the end of the closing movement, wherein the lifting device is of at least two-part design, wherein the lifting device has a raising device, for raising the pull-out rail, and a bearing device, for supporting the pull-out rail in the closed position, wherein the raising device, in the closed position of the pull-out rail, is relieved of the loading of the pull-out rail.

Abstract: A device for mounting a sensor, comprising: a bracket formed with at least one guide hole therein; at least one support rod each passing through a mounting hole in a housing of the sensor and the guide hole in the bracket and mounted on the housing of the sensor and the bracket; and at least one elastic element each disposed on the support rod, so that the sensor is movable relative to the bracket along the support rod against the elastic element. Other brackets can be used. The sensor senses when a cabinet door is closed and sealed.

Abstract: A ballistic barrier seating system. The ballistic barrier seating system includes a seat platform, back assembly and a plurality of legs. The seat platform includes at least two lateral supports in parallel spaced relation supporting a seat between them. The back assembly includes a ballistic barrier. The back assembly is connected to the seat platform. A plurality of legs is also connected to the seat platform.

Abstract: A base supports an adjustable seat in the interests of automated weight shifting in order to relieve pressure. An orientation-adjusting system allows for the seat to be shifted to create aforementioned pressure relief. The seat has a sitting platform and a back support. The sitting platform is tiltable thanks to a joined tilting platform of the orientation-adjusting system. The back support can be inclined relative to the seat by means of a reclining mechanism of the orientation-adjusting system. A control module is programmed to direct shifting of the seat. The control module uses data gathered from a sensor system and an orientation feedback system to ensure that any adjustments made via the orientation-adjusting system are only performed when it is safe to so. A communication module and data storage unit further expand upon the capabilities of the system.

Abstract: A portable shelter includes a base including a floor and a seating unit mounted on the base. The seating unit includes a support unit configured to support and removably hold a removable storage. The removable storage includes a storage space and a substantially flat top surface for supporting a user in a seating position. The support unit includes a surface pattern configured to make contact with the removable storage when the removable storage is mounted on the support unit.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a chair assembly comprising a frame member and one or more textile members disposed across the frame member. The frame member is operationally configured to releasably secure different parts of the one or more textile members in a manner effective for the one or more textile members to form a support surface in the form of a seat and back of the chair assembly.