Abstract: A strain relief element for a footwear article is provided. The strain relief element is engageable with a portion of a footwear article for engagement with a portion of the foot of a subject, wherein the strain relief element is formed from an elastically deformable material, the strain relief element is sized and provided with a geometry, such that upon engagement with the engagement portion of a foot of a subject, the strain relief element elastically deforms and the internal surface of the strain relief element which engages with the foot of a user substantially conforms to the engagement portion of the surface of the foot of a subject. Footwear including such a strain relief element are also provided.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the present description, a shoe treatment device is provided having a shoe interior engagement form expandable from a latched, contracted state to an expanded state. A user operated slide actuator positioned exterior to the shoe may drive the engagement form to expand to the expanded state. The slide actuator may be actuated to contract the engagement form back to the contracted state. A latch may latch the engagement form in the selected contracted or expansion state to facilitate insertion and removal and treatment of the shoe. Other aspects are described.

Abstract: A multifunction key fob for retaining a plurality of keys and extending a selected key into a useable position. The multifunction key fob includes a housing with a motorized key tray inside the housing for selectively aligning a key with an ejection port in the housing. The key tray includes a plurality of key slots and a moveable key carriage in each key slot for moving a key up and down inside its respective slot. When a button on the surface of the housing is pressed, a key in a corresponding slot is extended.

Abstract: A garment or accessory includes a fabric portion including an opening and a zipper arrangement to selectively close the opening. The zipper arrangement includes a first toothed portion fixedly coupled to the fabric portion along the at least one opening, and a second toothed portion fixedly coupled to the fabric portion along the opening. The zipper arrangement also includes two sliders. Each slider is slidably received on each of the first toothed portion and the second toothed portion so as to selectively engage the first toothed portion with the second toothed portion and disengage the first toothed portion from the second toothed portion. The zipper arrangement also includes at least one stop formed by the first toothed portion and the second toothed portion such that the first toothed portion is non-releasably engaged with the second toothed portion at the at least one stop.

Abstract: A zipper fastener system is provided for removably connecting separate structures. More particularly, a zipper fastener system is provided having connection sections attached to independent pieces that may be secured to and removed from each other utilizing two sliders, such that, when the connection sections are secured to each other, the two sliders permit an access opening of variable length and location along the connection sections and permit adjustments from either side of the zipper fastener system.

Abstract: A woven fabric includes light transmissive fibers woven into the fabric to provide a visual display. The fabric may be used as a tether to releasably connect a portable electronic device to a user. The light transmissive fibers may transmit light to convey information to the user. The fabric may also be used as part of the housing of an electronic device.

Abstract: A replacement watch band device for watches for replacing the original band of a watch includes a strip that is flexible and which has a top face, a bottom face, a first end, and a second end. The strip has a first coupler positioned on the bottom face proximate to the first end, and a second coupler, complimentary to the first coupler, positioned on the top face proximate to the second end. The strip also has a first connector positioned on the top face and there is a second connector, complimentary to the first connector, which is positioned on the back side of the watch.

Abstract: The adjustable necklace extension with interchangeable adornments system, the system includes an adjustable necklace extension assembly, two clasp attachers, at least one retractable cord, a housing and a retraction assembly. The adjustable necklace extension with interchangeable adornments system is useful for providing a decorative necklace accessory that helps users to more easily secure a necklace. The accessory may contain 2 necklace chains having clasps on one end of each chain. Each clasp can be connected to an end of a necklace in order to provide additional space for the user when adorning the necklace; thereby making it easier for the user to place the necklace on by enabling the user to place the necklace on over their head. The user can add adornments.

Abstract: The invention offers a solution in jewelry manufacturing and production industry. In details, the invention implies mounting stones on a metal base, including pieces of jewelry or bijouterie with stones or gems. According to the described method, each stone pavilion is placed in an appropriate seat, in which the inserted stones are held at least by protruding projections or beads made on the edge of the seats. The invention solves the issue of the densest placement of stones, which are mainly round in view from above or have a round gem-cutting on the surface of the base of a jewelry piece.

Abstract: Storage pouches ideal for securing loose and relatively formless items such as necklaces, chains, earrings, and other personal jewelry, including storage pouches comprised of a flexible sheet of material that may be optionally fashioned with pre-formed channels for securing chains and ropes. The storage pouch is closed by folding it in upon itself, and securing it shut with one or more removable fasteners. Other embodiments include pouch material without pre-formed channels, but first folding in to form the channels, then folding upon itself to be secured shut.

Abstract: A storage and moving device for silverware and utensils comprising a flexible plastic material with a series of individual pockets that are heat sealed/welded to provide separate contents between pockets. Each of the pockets has an opening at the top of the pocket, and a flap is attached to back of the device that either covers each of the pockets individually or all of the pockets together, that folds over and closes each of the pockets. The device is in a flat position when opened and a rolled up position when closed.

Abstract: A hot air blower, including: an air channel for blowing a main stream of air therethrough by an electric fan; a gas tank, for supplying burning gas; a gas burner, including: an air inlet, disposed within the air channel, for receiving a first portion of the main air stream; a burning gas inlet for receiving the burning gas; and an outlet, disposed within the air channel, thereby the gas burner produces a flame at the outlet within the air channel, for heating the main air stream; and a mechanism, for automatically fitting a size of the air inlet to an extent of the main air stream and consequently to an extent of the second portion thereof.

Abstract: A multiple purpose hair dryer is disclosed. The multiple purpose hair dryer may provide hot or cold air that circulates through a top portion and a bottom portion of an elongated head. The multiple purpose hair dryer may include a plurality of upward bristles and a plurality of downward bristles that intersect alongside each other when the top portion and the bottom portion are clamped together producing a round-brush effect.

Abstract: A comb structure mainly includes at least one first comb body, at least one second comb body, a connecting element, at least one elastic element, a control element and a connecting portion. Whereby, fluffy hair can be obtained after the hair combing through the comb of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention addresses the problem of providing an atomizer that is particularly suitable for atomizing a cosmetic. An atomizer (1) for atomizing a coating composition such as a cosmetic using a compressed gas. The atomizer (1) comprises: an atomizer main body (3) provided with a nozzle (8) that is a port for jetting the coating composition; and a gas supply means (30) for supplying the compressed gas to the atomizer main body (3). In the atomizer main body (3), a composition supply tank (2) for supplying the coating composition, an operation part (6) for jetting the coating composition from the nozzle (8) and an insertion part (7), into which a user's fingertip is to be inserted, are formed.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a depressible thermal tip and a housing having a reservoir for containing a product, such as a cosmetic product or a medicinal product. The depressible thermal tip comprises a thermal applicator displaceable between open and closed positions. The thermal applicator may be depressibly coupled in a collar fixed to the housing, or the thermal applicator may be depressibly coupled in a button depressibly coupled in a collar fixed to the housing.

Abstract: A bottle assembly comprises a bottle having an end wall having a substantially U-shaped compartment for receiving a lip balm container and a coupling assembly for removably grasping the lip balm container as the lip balm container rests within the substantially U-shaped compartment, the coupling assembly removably coupling the lip balm container to the bottle. The coupling assembly can be configured to be mounted onto a top surface of the bottle and can have a connecting ring thereon for coupling to a carabiner.

Abstract: Provided is a compact using an applicator as a pushbutton, the compact being used in such a manner that the applicator is pushed to enable a pumping operation so that a gel phase content can be discharged to an upper part of a push plate. To do so, a metal piece (70) and a magnetic piece (80) are installed to be opposed at circumferentially equiangular positions of the applicator (60) and an intermediate body (200) arranged at an upper part of a container body (100) so that the applicator can be automatically aligned to a fixed rotation position by a magnetic force; the applicator is aligned in an exact center of the push plate by the balance of power resulting from the magnetic force and forms a spaced gap (T1) with the upper part of the push plate; and pushing operation is comfortably performed by the magnetic force.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to lip exfoliators that are convenient and easy to use while on the go. Lip exfoliators of the present disclosure may include an exfoliant with one or more dry abrasive materials for exfoliation of the lips. In some embodiments, lip exfoliators of the present disclosure may be provided as a single, compact unit. Embodiments of the lip exfoliators may include an attachment surface—such as an adhesive sticker, suction device, or cup mechanism—for attaching the lip exfoliator to a lip balm or other cosmetic. Thus, a consumer may use embodiments of the lip exfoliator with a lip balm or cosmetic of their choice.

Abstract: A heating system comprising a packette for heating a mask, wipe or towelette. In preferred embodiments, the packette comprises printed heating elements, printed circuit elements and a means of connecting to a power source. Power may be supplied through a USB-type connector or a handheld power supply that is custom designed to work with the heating packette.

Abstract: A heating system comprising a packette for heating a mask, wipe or towelette. In preferred embodiments, the packette comprises printed heating elements, printed circuit elements and a means of connecting to a power source. Power may be supplied through a USB-type connector or a handheld power supply that is custom designed to work with the heating packette.

Abstract: A cosmetic case according to the present invention for selectively receiving miniature cosmetic items includes a lower case portion having a bottom wall and a continuous side wall extending upwardly from a perimeter edge of the bottom wall, the lower case having an open top and defining an interior area. The cosmetic case includes an upper case portion pivotally coupled to a rear section of the side wall of the lower case portion and being selectively movable between open and closed configurations. A front section of the side wall defines a plurality of apertures configured to selectively receive the tubular cosmetic items into the interior area. The cosmetic case includes a spring loaded assembly configured to naturally urge the cosmetic items out of the interior area. A magnetic shelf in the lower case portion configured to support magnetic cosmetic receptacles.

Abstract: A device for packaging and applying a cosmetic or dermatological product, including a receptacle containing the cosmetic or dermatological product, an applicator head which is supplied with product by the receptacle, the applicator head including a grid defining an application surface for applying the product onto a surface to be treated, a partitioned support element for the grid, against which the grid can rest at least during application, having at least one partition between two regions where the product can pass through the support element.

Abstract: A hands-free eyebrow grooming and cosmetic application device that assists a user in shaping and grooming their eyebrows. One embodiment of the invention might include a first flat planar member having at least one substantially arc shaped aperture and at least one male securing tab and a second flat planar member having at least one substantially arc shaped aperture and at least one female receiving aperture sized and configured to receive a male securing tab from the first flat planar member and a securing strap, sized and configured to engage the first flat planar member and the second flat planar member such that when the first flat planar body member is engaged to the second flat planar member and the securing strap is engaged with the first flat planar body member and the second flat planar member, an elastically adjustable eyebrow shaping mask is formed.

Abstract: A flexible reinforced strap for use with baggage as a level of security against theft includes a plurality of warp threads, one or more flexible reinforcing members, and a weft thread. The flexible reinforced strap is of a multi-layered construction, including an intermediate layer situated between a top and a bottom layer. The plurality of warp threads and the one or more flexible reinforcing members are arranged within the plurality of layers, and a weft thread is interwoven to form the flexible reinforced strap.

Abstract: An articulating load-bearing belt for use with body armor includes a first structural plate and a second structural plate pivotally coupled to the first structural plate at a pivot point such that each of the first and the second structural plates are configured to be independently pivotable about the pivot point.

Abstract: The present invention, as described in the attached document, refers to a support allowing different uses as support for outdoor activities, depending on the activity, position and the tools or accessories that of support.

Abstract: A protective case protects a communication device and an item, such as credit cards and money. The protective case is fabricated from a material inhibiting moisture, providing buoyancy, and minimizing shock forces. The protective case comprises a first compartment for storage of the communication device and a second compartment for storage of the item. A lid having a seal inhibits passage of moisture in the compartments. A grip portion enhances grip of the protective case. A tethering portion enables tethering of the protective case to a user. A tether locking portion, slides along the tethering portion for length adjustment. An aperture aligns with a socket in the communication device receiving a cable carrying a signal to the communication device. A cap inhibits passage of moisture into the aperture. At least one opening in the protective case enables detachable attachment of the tethering portion and a fastener.

Abstract: A cellular phone tethering system includes a housing that includes a rear wall with a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. An outer wall is attached to and extends along the top edge and at least a portion of each of the first and second side edges. The outer wall extends forward of the rear wall. An inwardly extending lip is attached to and coextensive with an outer edge of the outer wall positioned opposite of the rear wall. The lip is configured to retain a cellular phone in the housing and in abutment with the rear wall. A loop is attached to the housing and a tether is attached to the loop. A reel is attached to the tether and a clip is attached to the reel. The clip is configured to releasably attach the reel to a personal item.

Abstract: An optimized cord clip configured to leverage the structural features of a user's clothing to more effectively secure an audio cord. Embodiment of the present disclosure include a coupling device that serves to securely connect the strap to an audio cord, the strap itself also being securely clasped onto another item. The coupling device prevents unnecessary cord slip by employing a snap-fitting feature that securely manages the audio cord. At the same time, the clasping mechanism provided by the unique configuration of the strap, pockets, and ferromagnetic metals enables the cord clip to resist rotational forces exerted on the cord clip when a user is engaged in a physical activity imposing such forces.

Abstract: A tool holder for T-shaped tools includes a holder body having left and right holder arms extending forward from a holder body in a spaced apart relation to support a tool by the tool head. Each holder arm generally defines a U shape. The left arm end and the right arm end are spaced apart from each other, defining a fixed gap for passage of a tether connected to the tool handle.

Abstract: A tool pouch, utility pouch, or the like, used on traditional tool belts with spring hinged closure device in the open position forces the mouth of the tool pouch into a fully open position creating greater access to the contents of the tool pouch. When the mouth of the tool pouch is pressed into a closed position, it secures the content of the tool pouch therein.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of training a user to effectively apply makeup using a computerized makeup brush, the method comprising the steps of receiving, from a computerized makeup brush that comprises one or more sensors for sensing the movement of the makeup brush relative to a particular portion of a user's body, data representing a movement of the makeup brush relative to the particular portion of the user's body over a particular period of time as the makeup brush is used to apply makeup brush to the particular portion of the user's body, and using the data to generate and display, to a user, a visual representation of the movement of the makeup brush over the particular period of time on a display that is operatively coupled to the computerized makeup brush.

Abstract: A toothbrush sterilization assembly includes a housing that may contain a plurality of toothbrushes. A handle is coupled to the door and the handle may be manipulated. The handle is positioned on the outer surface. A sterilization unit is coupled to the housing and the sterilization unit may sterilize the toothbrushes when the toothbrushes are positioned within the housing.

Abstract: An adjustable desk platform can include: an upper platform defining a substantially planar work surface; a base located beneath the upper platform, the base defining a bottom surface without legs that is adapted to sit on an existing desk; first and second sets of arms coupling the upper platform to the base, wherein the first and second sets of arms are adapted for movement of the upper platform substantially in parallel with the base between a fully raised position and a fully lowered position; and a user-operable locking mechanism associated with the upper platform, the locking mechanism adapted to releasably lock the upper platform in the fully raised position, and in at least one intermediate position between the fully raised position and the fully lowered position. Other features and embodiments are discussed.

Abstract: A curved or straight document stand unit for supporting one or more documents, comprising: an outside vertically-oriented surface and an inside vertically-oriented surface; a top planar surface; the bottom planar surface; a first longitudinal end having a first vertically-oriented surface and a second longitudinal end having a second vertically-oriented surface; and at least one connection apparatus on at least one end of said document stand unit's longitudinal ends; wherein said top planar surface and said bottom planar and connect said outside surface and said inside surface; wherein at least one of said top planar surface or said bottom planar surface comprise at least one slot or groove for insertion of said document.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a structural element, in particular a furniture element and particularly preferably a kitchen furniture element, having at least two frame elements and having at least one connection part by which the frame elements are connected, wherein the frame elements span a space whose shape depends on the angle between the frame elements.

Abstract: A double-wide, drive in storage rack assembly for supporting loads on pallets including horizontal truss beams and stiffener panels at load-supporting levels constructed to increase the rigidity of the rack and/or minimize the amount of steel used in the rack. In some examples, the storage rack assembly includes mill-building bracing.

Abstract: The invention provides a foldable mounting bracket including an elongate mountable support member adapted for mounting to a substrate, an elongate arm mount pivoted to said mounting bracket and adapted to pivot between a first raised position generally perpendicular to said support member and a second lowered position generally parallel to said support member and a strut bridging said support member and said arm mount wherein a first end of said strut is mounted at a fixed position along the length of said arm and the second end is mounted to a support slide telescopically engaged with said support member such that the pivoting of said arm between said lowered position to said raised position causes said support slide to move telescopically between a position remote from said pivot point to a position adjacent said pivot point wherein said arm includes a latch adapted for telescopic movement along the length of said arm between a first retracted position retaining the latch within the arm and a second extende

Abstract: A shoe carousel device that includes in one embodiment a base for stabilization and support, a support stem attached to the base and extending upwards therefrom at an approximate 90 degree angle, and a plurality of stackable shelves mounted on the support stem, including a discrete top shelf. The stackable shelves and top shelf are circular shaped with a raised outer tab and lighting disposed along their circumference and a relatively thin mesh surfacing. The top shelf includes a plurality of tilted slats which each can receive a pair of flat bottom shoes. In some embodiments, the tilted slats may extend upwards in order to increase the number of slats that can fit on the shelf. In some embodiments, the shoe carousel device also includes a foot pedal actuated motor operative to rotate the shoe carousel device.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a bracket device for a rail element, which is configured to be mounted to a rack. The bracket device includes a main supporting element, a first supporting element, a second supporting element and a bracket. The main supporting element is connected to the rail element. The first supporting element is movable relative to the main supporting element. The second supporting element is movable relative to the first supporting element. The bracket is mounted to the second supporting element, and configured to be mounted to the rack.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a rail element, a bracket and a hook. The bracket is connected to the rail element and configured to be mounted to a post. The hook is connected to the bracket. When the bracket is mounted to the post, the rail element can be operatively moved to be adjacent to the hook in order to block the hook from moving relative to the bracket, such that the hook can be held at a position relative to the post.

Abstract: A mounting part is adapted to mount an object to a rail of a slide rail assembly. The rail is arranged with an engaging member. The engaging member has an elastic portion and an engaging portion. The mounting part includes a mounting feature. In the course in which the mounting part is mounted to the rail, the mounting part pushes and thereby displaces the engaging portion of the engaging member, and the elastic portion stores an elastic force in response to displacement of the engaging portion. Once the mounting feature of the mounting part corresponds in position to the engaging portion, the elastic portion of the engaging member releases the elastic force and thus drives the engaging portion into engagement with the mounting feature.

Abstract: A device for releasably connecting a furniture pull-out to a guidance unit that movably guides the furniture pull-out in a furniture body comprises: a base part; an adjuster arranged on the base part and comprising a plurality of components movable in relation to one another, the adjuster enabling a position of the furniture pull-out to be set in at least one spatial direction relative to the guidance unit; and a stop mechanism to delimit the travel of the adjuster, the stop mechanism including a springy-elastic component.

Abstract: A device for releasably connecting a furniture drawer to a guidance unit that movably guides the drawer in a furniture body of an item of furniture comprises a base portion; and a displacement device arranged on the base portion and comprising a plurality of components moveable relative to each other, the displacement device enabling a position of the furniture pull-out to be adjusted in at least one spatial direction relative to the guidance unit, wherein the components of the displacement device are arranged as a preassembled subassembly that is releasably securable to the base portion at a securing interface.

Abstract: A device for releasably connecting a furniture pull-out to a guidance unit that movably guides the pull-out in a furniture body comprises: a base part; and an adjuster arranged on the base part and comprising a plurality of components movable in relation to one another, the adjuster enabling a position of the furniture pull-out to be set in at least one spatial direction relative to the guidance unit, the adjuster including a spring-loaded contact pressure mechanism configured to press the guidance unit against the device in a fitted and working condition.

Abstract: Drive mechanism for a movable furniture part, in particular a drawer, having a first and a second lockable pushing-out mechanism and a synchronizing mechanism for synchronizing the two pushing-out mechanisms, wherein the synchronizing mechanism has a synchronizing rod and a first and a second synchronizing element, which can be connected to the synchronizing rod, and wherein relative movement takes place between the synchronizing elements and the pushing-out mechanisms during synchronizing operation, wherein, in an active synchronizing mode, during synchronizing operation, movement is transmitted from the first pushing-out mechanism, via the first synchronizing element, the synchronizing rod and the second synchronizing element, to the second pushing-out mechanism and, in an inactive synchronizing mode, the synchronizing rod is removed and the synchronizing elements each remain in contact with one of the pushing-out mechanisms.

Abstract: The present application relates to a detachable cover for lining a plurality of boreholes on a furniture, said detachable cover having a track disposed onto a rear surface of said cover; and a plurality of studs attached to said track, wherein said plurality of studs are attached to said track in an adjustable manner and methods for using the like.

Abstract: A chair runner having a first end and a second end and comprising a first side having a first recessed portion and a second recessed portion, a second side that is substantially arcuate and an attachment means. The first recessed portion is disposed adjacent to the first end and the second recessed portion is disposed adjacent to the second end, the first recessed portion is adapted to removably receive a first leg of a stationary chair and the second recessed portion is adapted to removably receive a second leg of the stationary chair, and the attachment means is adapted to removably secure the chair runner to the stationary chair. A method for converting a stationary chair having at least four legs into a rocking chair comprising removably attaching each of the at least one pair of chair runners to two legs of the stationary chair.

Abstract: A chair comprising: a support structure, a seat fixed to the support structure, and a backrest connected to the seat by means of at least one upright of plastic material, wherein said at least one upright is elastically deformable to allow a movement of the backrest between a rest position and a tilted position, wherein said at least one upright is provided with at least one vertical rib having at least one localized bending zone wherein at least one through-cut is formed, which allows bending of the vertical rib, and wherein said at least one through-cut has a first and a second stop surface that come into mutual contact in the backwards inclined position of the backrest to stop the backward bending of the upright, wherein said at least one through-cut has the shape of a closed arched slot, which extends generally along a vertical axis of said upright.