Abstract: A shoe with interchangeable accessories is provided. The shoe includes a sole and an upper affixed to the sole, the upper including a toe cap on a first end and a heel on a second end. The sole and the upper define an interior volume configured to receive a foot. An emblem recession disposed on the toe cap, and an emblem accessory is removably secured within the emblem recession. A headlight accessory and wheel accessories are also removably securable to the upper. The shoe is adapted to resemble a vehicle and can be customized via the attachment of different combinations of emblem, wheel, and headlight accessories.

Abstract: Provided is a shoe with a replaceable screw-on heel.

Abstract: A boot includes a boot shell having first and second side portions each including eyelets defined in an instep region thereof and a respective opening through at least one the first side portion in proximity of the eyelets. The boot also includes a band having a first end portion received in the boot shell and attached to the boot shell at or adjacent the second side portion. The band extends across an interior of the boot shell and is slidingly received through the opening defined in the first side portion so as to have an opposed second end portion extending outside of the boot shell. The second end portion the band defines an aperture for receiving a lace. An opposed second band may be provided, with the bands crossing each other. The boot may be a skate boot. A method of manufacturing a boot is also discussed.

Abstract: A method of making a moisture-permeable and waterproof vamp includes: (a) providing inner and outer fabric layers, each of the inner and outer fabric layers having a top surface and a bottom surface; (b) forming a moisture-permeable and waterproof resin layer on one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer; (c) attaching the resin layer to the other one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer so as to obtain a fabric laminate; (d) cutting and forming the fabric laminate into a vamp that is formed with at least one seam; and (e) applying a waterproof treatment to the seam.

Abstract: A device and method is provided for an insert and shoe systems that includes systems where a custom insert attaches to a high heel shoe comprising a material having various densities arranged in an aesthetically pleasing manner providing support to multiple areas of the foot. The insert and shoe may include an auxiliary support area covered by a thin material and located around the back heel portion and above the toe area.

Abstract: In one example, we describe a method and system for supporting the sides of the ankle, tight, with a solid hard material, like hard plastic, and making the foot and ankle to act together as one piece, to make the foot more stable and comfortable. Or, we can do this as an add-on for a shoe, later on, to insert as an extra, for the same function. Or, we can do it for any types of shoes. Different structures and components or variations are also discussed.

Abstract: An article comprises a chamber that includes a barrier formed from a polymer material. The barrier has a first portion that forms a first surface of the chamber, and a second portion that forms an opposite second surface of the chamber. The barrier forms at least one interior cavity between the first portion and the second portion. The at least one interior cavity is filled with fluid retained by the barrier.

Abstract: A shoe includes an upper and a sole secured to the upper. The sole includes transversely extending tread members and transversely extending grooves. The width of a tread member in a midfoot region is greater than the width of a tread member in a heel region and greater than the width of a tread member in a metatarsal region. The width of a groove in a ball region is greater than a width of a groove in a toe region and greater than the width of a groove in the metatarsal region.

Abstract: The present invention describes a shaped footwear device intended to be used as a supportive insole or orthotic and a system and methods for making the same. The footwear device includes a top foam layer, a light-cured composite material layer, and a bottom textile layer. The footwear device is created by conforming a pre-cured insole assembly to the plantar surface of a foot or foot mold and then exposing the pre-cured insole assembly to light to create a shaped footwear device with a light-cured composite material support plate.

Abstract: An article of footwear may have an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper. The upper includes a base layer, a plurality of strand segments, and a deposition layer. The base layer has a first surface and an opposite second surface. The strand segments are located adjacent to the first surface and extend substantially parallel to the first surface for a distance of at least five centimeters. The deposition layer is deposited upon the first surface and the strand segments, and the deposition layer is joined with the first surface and the strand segments. The deposition layer is applied using a screen printing process. Different inks can be used during the screen printing process to form the deposition layer and an indicia layer.

Abstract: A portable manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device and a braiding device. The system also includes systems for capturing customized foot information from a foot. The additive manufacturing device can be used to form a footwear last having a geometry corresponding to the customized foot information. The footwear last can be placed through the braiding device to form a braided component for an article of footwear. A welding device can be used to attach overlay components to the braided component. Sole components may be separately formed and attached to the braided component.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reclosable pin (10) for securing the train of a dress, for example a bridal dress, in a raised position. The reclosable pin (10) comprises a resilient arcuate base portion (12), first and second leg portions (14, 16) extending from the base portion (12), a return arm (18) at the upper end of the first leg (14) extending substantially perpendicular to the first leg portion (14), a curved point portion (20) at the upper end of the second leg portion (16), a point (22) provided at the end of the curved point portion (20) directed towards the first leg portion (14), and a clasp (24) provided at the free end of the return arm (18) for engagement with the second leg portion (16). The clasp (24) comprises a loop (26) extending toward the base portion (12), the free end of the loop (26) extending away from the first leg portion (14) to provide an abutment surface (28) for the second leg portion (16) directed toward the first leg portion (14) when the pin (10) is in a closed position.

Abstract: A hook-and-loop fastener including a base cloth composed of warps, a weft, and engaging element yarns and engaging elements formed of the engaging element yarns and provided on a surface of the base cloth. The hook-and-loop fastener includes a hollow woven part satisfying at least four specific requirements.

Abstract: The invention relates to a setting system (1) for a timepiece or piece of jewelry (6). Said system includes: —a setting mounting (3);—a precious stone (2) mounted in or on the setting mounting (3); and—a resilient element (5) attached to the setting mounting (3) so as to flexibly connect the setting mounting (3) to said piece (6). The resilient element (5) has a stiffness between 1.2×10?5 N/m and 1.4 N/m×10+1, and the combined mass of the setting mounting (3) and the precious stone (2) is between 3×10?4 g and 4×10?1 g such that the setting mounting (3) can be oscillated and maintained by movements of the wearer of the piece (6). And when oscillating, the setting mounting (3) oscillates according to an axial and/or radial movement relative to an axis (15) of symmetry at an oscillation frequency between 1 Hz and 30 Hz.

Abstract: Provided is an inflatable insulation box relating to the technical field of cold insulation equipment for cold chain transportation, comprising a box body and a box lid, wherein the box body has an opening and the box lid is configured to close the opening of the box body; the box body and the box lid include fabrics on outer layers and airbags on inner layers, respectively; an air valve is provided on the box body and/or the box lid to inflate or deflate the airbags; reflective fabrics may also be used on inner surfaces of the box body and the box lid to improve thermal insulation performance. This inflatable insulation box has good thermal insulation effect, and can be conveniently inflated and deflated and conveniently folded up, reducing occupied space.

Abstract: Panels of a bag are configured to enclose an inner chamber in a bag with a generally rectangular cubic shape. Panels may be integrally connected to other panels or otherwise joined to other panels along edges. Integrally connected panels can be separated along edges from other panels so that the bag can be opened to expose a substantially flat bag chassis. When fully opened, and the chassis is lying flat, every interior surface of the bag is exposed to provide easy access to items stored within the bag. Handles and shoulder straps are configured to enable a user to wear, carry, or otherwise handle the bag. Interior and exterior fasteners and fastening surfaces are configured to enable a user to secure items or modular containers inside or on the bag.

Abstract: A portable cosmetics case generally comprising two identical tray-shaped elongate containers that are hinged together along one of their elongate sides in a clam-shell arrangement. A plurality of rectangular plates for receiving and storing therein cosmetics applicators and/or cosmetics containers, are sized to fit within and to demountably engage each of the elongate tray-shaped containers. The rectangular plates may be configured to demountably receive and store a plurality of cosmetics applicators exemplified by brushes and sponge-tipped applicators. The rectangular plates may be provided with one or more pouches to receive and store a plurality of cosmetics containers. A foldable support plate may be provided for supporting a rectangular plate during use.

Abstract: A system and method for tracking baggage, and identifying baggage having suspicious contents is disclosed. The system includes a baggage handling module, an alert generation module, and a baggage tracking equipment. The baggage handling module scans each baggage and generates a corresponding baggage ID and a baggage image. The baggage handling module identifies at least some of the scanned baggage as being suspicious, subsequent to scanning, and a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag is attached onto the suspicious baggage. A RFID reader scans each baggage to determine the presence of RFID tag, and consequently instructs the alert generation module to generate an alert message notifying the presence of a suspicious baggage.

Abstract: Systems are provided herein including an insulated container and an illumination device. The insulated container has a lid and a water-resistant lower portion with an exterior surface and an interior cavity. The illumination device includes a power source that attaches to the exterior surface of the insulated container, a conductive cable extending into the interior cavity and between an edge portion of the lower portion and the lid, and a plurality of light sources. The conductive cable and plurality of light sources may be waterproof while the power source is not waterproof. The illumination device may also include a pressure switch disposed between the edge portion and lid so that when the lid closes the electrical connection between the power source and light sources is interrupted. The power source may be made removable from the exterior surface so that the illumination device may be transferred to other insulated containers.

Abstract: A hair iron 1 includes a first arm 21 and a second arm 22 to give a treatment by holding hair between the first arm 21 and the second arm 22. The hair iron 1 includes a first contact part 41 that comes into contact with hair during the treatment, a second contact part 42, and heaters 71 and 72 that heat the first contact part 41 and the second contact part 42, respectively. The first contact part 41 is disposed inside an opening 21a, which is provided in a portion of the first arm 21, the portion facing the second arm 22, while the second contact part 42 is disposed inside an opening 22a, which is provided in a portion of the second arm 22, the portion facing the first arm 21. The first contact part 41 and the second contact part 42 include a substrate 411 and a substrate 421, respectively, each of which is made from isotropic high-density graphite.

Abstract: A hair flat iron, including a base member to provide electric power to the hair flat iron, and a heating plate assembly detachably connected to the base member.

Abstract: A carbon formed body covers an outlet of a dryer. The carbon formed body is formed into a disc made from isotropic high-density graphite, and elongated holes are provided along a spiral line so as to penetrate through the disc. Hence, the opening areas of the carbon formed body can be extended while preventing reduction in the strength of the carbon formed body. Therefore, when the dryer that includes the carbon formed body attached to the outlet is in use, a smaller pressure loss is caused at the carbon formed body and the heat accumulation phenomenon is prevented. Furthermore, breakage of carbon formed bodies is inhibited at the time of manufacturing.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing comb assembly includes a comb that may be manipulated thereby facilitating the comb to comb hair. The comb has a reservoir and the reservoir may contain a fluid. Thus, the fluid may be selectively delivered outwardly from the comb when the comb combs the hair. A pump is coupled to the comb and the pump may be manipulated. The pump is in fluid communication with the reservoir. Thus, the pump selectively urges the fluid outwardly from the comb.

Abstract: A container that houses a brush submerged in water or any other non toxic cleaning liquid. A brush inside this container will help facilitate the cleaning of any small object with a hard to reach gap or intricate cavity. A top cover that provides additional accessories needed to make it an all in one shaving and grooming experience. In our present application, it would be the gap between the blades on a disposable or a double edge safety razor.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a vial with a neck for a liquid product with an external shape, comprising: a part made from glass, said part made from glass comprising an annular assembly surface; a rigid piece having an annular assembly surface; a neck formed on the part made from glass or the rigid piece; a neck providing a fluid seal either between the annular assembly surface of the part made from glass and the annular assembly surface of the rigid piece, or between the annular assembly surface of the part made from glass and a sealing band, the sealing band being rigidly connected to the annular assembly surface of the rigid piece, thus providing the fluid seal, the part made from glass, the rigid piece and the neck giving the vial the external shape of same.

Abstract: Device for packaging and applying eyeliner, including: a container containing the eyeliner to be applied, an applicator tip for applying the eyeliner contained in the container, having two opposite main facets, with a variable width that passes through a maximum, the two facets converging in the direction of the distal end of the applicator tip.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic container comprising a body, and a rotating holder and a lifting holder which are disposed within the body, wherein the rotating holder is fixed inside the body, a gear partly protruding out of the rotating holder and the body is disposed within the rotating holder, and the lifting holder comprises a rack bar and a support holder for holding cosmetics, wherein the support holder is connected to an end of the rack bar closer to an opening part of the body, and the rack bar is vertically inserted in the rotating holder and is engaged with the gear. The cosmetic container has simple overall structure, and is capable of extending and retracting quickly and is convenient to use.

Abstract: A releasable gear strap for retaining and securing articles has a locking head and a strap portion. The locking head has a retaining loop and a tab. The strap portion connects to the locking head and has a tail section. A pivoting locking member extends from the tail section of the strap portion, and includes a release cam surface and an aperture. The retaining loop and the tab are positioned on the locking head such that the release cam surface clears the retaining loop simultaneously with the tab seating in the aperture, when the tail section of the strap portion is urged through the retaining loop. A stabilizer on the locking head under the retaining loop and tab help reduce bending of the locking head.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a sleeve formed with a longitudinal interior void. A transverse aperture extends through a side of the sleeve into the longitudinal interior void. A cord passes through a first end and a second end of the sleeve, through the longitudinal interior void, and outward through a transverse aperture formed in the sleeve. The portion of the cord passing through the transverse aperture forms a slack loop held by a cord lock. The apparatus may be used to suspend an object from a person's neck or shoulder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ear instrument to which various instruments and accessories can be fixed, the ear instrument enabling a user to fix an earphone device thereto such that the user can listen to outside sounds even when listening to music or the like while performing various tasks, thereby preventing accidents in advance and enabling various accessories and apparatuses to be simultaneously used and replaced according to the style of the user or the environment.

Abstract: A scabbard holder for securing a scabbard to a user's leg includes a hard shell configured to be secured to the scabbard, a cushioned pad connected to the hard shell, the cushioned pad being configured to be positioned between the hard shell and the user's leg, and a leg strap configured to secure the holder and the scabbard to the user's leg.

Abstract: The present invention relates to various cell phone cases that are designed to include one or more interchangeable bracelet portions. In one embodiment, the cell phone case of the present invention is comprised of a phone case portion designed to hold a cell phone and/or provide protection to a cell phone and a coupling portion that is operatively located on the backside of the phone case portion, where the coupling portion of the present invention is designed to engage at least one or more interchangeable bracelet portions (the bracelet portions being designed to be worn around a user's wrist and/or forearm).

Abstract: [Object of the Invention] To decrease the load applied to a spine so as to prevent and treat lumbago, when carrying various shapes of goods with hands. [Solution] A load carrying supporter used for carrying goods by hands, comprising an attachment attached to a worker's body and a load supporter fixed to the attachment. The attachment attached around the worker's waist, and the load supporter has a high frictional resistance material facing outward from the worker's body. Most of the load is lead to the waist and the distance between the loading point and the spine becomes small. Therefore the pressure and the bending moment on the spine become very small.

Abstract: A multipurpose cleaning device is disclosed which is designed to achieve a high degree of surface coverage in any direction with each brush sweep so that cleaning surfaces, such as vehicles, may be performed fast and easy. The shape of the brush head provides maximum area coverage on each sweep and minimizes the tendency of the brush head from tipping during a sweep when connected to a main handle and a pivoting head feature minimizes the need of bending. Embodiments includes versions optimized for both washing that including channels for the introduction of water and liquid soap as well as to received drying members.

Abstract: A hair brushing or combing device, a nasal washing device, and a beverage ionizing device, comprising a metal anode being touched by the user; a cathode contacting with the liquid; an electronic circuit; and a switch operable to provide electrical potential to the metal anode, the switch also operable to cause activation of an ionic function.

Abstract: A computerized table has a substantially box-shaped work surface including a lower base, an upper sheet and peripheral lateral walls, orthogonal to the base, which close the aforementioned box towards the external environment, and it is supported by at least one pair of legs. The work surface of the aforementioned table includes at least one monitor arranged in the box with the screen facing towards the sheet and it is visible in that the sheet has a corresponding window protected by transparent material. The base of the work surface is provided with through holes for connection with the external environment, through which the conductors pass which supply the services provided to and by the monitor. One of the support legs of the table is provided with a tubular longitudinal cavity, open on the opposite ends for the passage of the conductors for supplying the monitor.

Abstract: Systems and apparatus for heating or cooling food. A heating and cooling system for operative connection to a well includes a first manifold having a plurality of openings, each allowing a seal to be made against a first surface of a Peltier chip, and defines a flow path for a heat transfer fluid which directly contacts the first surfaces of a plurality of Peltier chips. The fluid circulates through tubing from the manifold to the well and connects to a flow space of a tray disposed therein. A second opposite manifold may be joined to the first manifold to form a block and defines a second flow path allowing direct contact with the second surfaces of the plurality of Peltier chips. The fluid circulates through tubing from the second manifold to a radiator. The manifolds may be joined to form a manifold block. The trays may be interchangeable.

Abstract: A multi-user station (1) is described for the preparation of foods adapted and configured to be used simultaneously by two users (U1,U2), comprising an island counter having a work surface (2) and a support structure (3) of the work surface (2), wherein the work surface, in plan view, has a first side (LI) that is convex and intended in use to be facing the two users (U1,U2), wherein the multi-user station (1) includes two taps (6), two sinks (7) built-in to the work surface (2) and at least two heating units (8).

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for making cabinet storage easier to access. The device is composed of a base, slideable parts, gyrate brackets, and shelf frames. This device allows shorter people to access cabinet storage that would otherwise be out of reach.

Abstract: A shelving system includes first and second side members. A cross member is coupled to the side members. A guide member is coupled to the cross member such that the guide member is movable relative to the cross member. A container including a rail is coupled to the guide member. The rail includes a first locking element and a second locking element that is connected to the first locking element. The container includes a handle having a third locking element that engages the first locking element. The locking elements are configured to move the container between a first orientation in which the container is provisionally fixed to the guide member and a second orientation in which the container can translate relative to the guide member.

Abstract: A furniture unit (101) which can be unfolded from a flat pack configuration to a deployed configuration. Two rigid body panels (102, 103) are connected by hinges to three foldable spacer panels (104, 105, 106). In the deployed configuration, the three spacer panels hold the body panels apart to define a space between the body panels.

Abstract: A bracket device includes a bracket, a mounting member and a locking member. The bracket includes a first end part and a second end part. A space is defined between the first end part and the second end part. The mounting member is arranged adjacent to the first end part of the bracket. The mounting member has a mounting part located in the space. The locking member is arranged on the bracket and includes a locking part and an operating part. Wherein, the locking part of the locking member is held to be located at a position in the space of the bracket. The locking part of the locking member is able to be moved away from the position in response to operation of the operating part of the locking member. Wherein, the operating part of the locking member is not located in the space of the bracket.

Abstract: There is provided a modular storage rack comprising flat panels each comprising one or more flat segments and cross panels each comprising one or more cross segments. Each flat segment comprises a slit extending partway through it. Each cross segment comprises: a first and a second planar portion each terminating in a first and second lip respectively. The first lip faces the second lip, and they define a slot for receiving the flat segment. Each cross segment also comprises an island joining the first planar portion to the second planar portion, the island disposed in the slot and between the first and second lips. The island is configured to be received in the slit. Each flat segment is matingly connected to a corresponding cross segment such that the flat segment is received in the corresponding slot and the corresponding island is received in the corresponding slit.

Abstract: A storage rack system includes a horizontal support surface. A rack is hingedly coupled to the horizontal support surface. The rack is selectively positioned in a stored position having the rack being coextensive with the horizontal support surface. The rack is positioned in a deployed position having the rack extending downwardly from the horizontal support surface. Thus, the rack is accessible. The rack stores a plurality of fishing rods. A pulley unit is coupled between the horizontal support surface and the rack. Thus, the pulley unit may be manipulated. The pulley unit selectively urges the rack between the stored position and the deployed position.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail and an auxiliary member. The second rail is movable relative to the first rail. The auxiliary member is configured to be operated between a first state and a second state relative to one of the first rail and the second rail. When the auxiliary member is in the first state, the second rail is able to be moved a predetermined distance from a position relative to the first rail along a direction. When the auxiliary member is in the second state, the auxiliary member is configured to prevent the second rail from being moved the predetermined distance from the position relative to the first rail along the direction.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, a releasing member and a limiting member. The second rail is movable relative to the first rail. The releasing member is mounted on the second rail. The limiting member is arranged to be corresponding to the releasing member. The limiting member is configured to be in a free status and a limiting status. When the limiting member is in the free status, the releasing member is configured to be operatively moved from a first position to a second position. When the limiting member is in the limiting status, the releasing member is not able to be operatively moved from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: Disclosed is an auxiliary display bracket system comprising two brackets, each bracket comprising a lower section having a laptop shelf, an upper section having an auxiliary shelf, the upper section an opening disposed between the upper surface and lower surface, and a tension member, the tension member secured to each bracket through the opening between the upper surface and lower surface. In certain embodiments, the auxiliary display bracket allows for an auxiliary display to be disposed on a laptop monitor.

Abstract: The invention relates to a seat (1), in particular an office chair, comprising a seat support (3) for a seating surface (6) and comprising a backrest support (4) of a backrest (5), which is held on the seat support (3) so as to be able to move in a tiltable manner to the side, wherein the backrest support (4) comprises two support aims (4a, 4b) which are configured to be flexible and/or articulated laterally and spaced apart from one another. Preferably, the seating surface (6) and/or the backrest (5) comprises a curved seat shell and/or backrest shell (6a, 5a) provided with a cover (6b, 5b) with a number of flexible curved ribs (15, 16) on the edge of the shell, wherein the cover is stretched by the seat shell and/or backrest shell (6a, 5a) such that when the cover (6b, 5b) is loaded, the bending of the curved ribs (15, 16) is altered.

Abstract: A lifting device for an armrest contains: a first fitting tube, a second fitting tube, and a holder. The first fitting tube includes a connector, a hollow part, a first channel, and a second channel. The first channel has a vertical section and a hollow section, the second channel has an operation area, multiple positioning teeth, multiple limitation areas, plural protrusions, and multiple defining recesses. The second fitting tube is hollow and includes a lateral part and a longitudinal part fitted on an outer wall of the lateral part of the first fitting tube, and the longitudinal part has a projection arranged on an inner wall of the longitudinal part and housed in one of the multiple defining recesses. The holder is mounted on a top of the lateral part of the second fitting tube.

Abstract: The invention relates to a piece of outside furniture (40) comprising a hollow space (405) closed by a door (410); a means (415) for locking the door in position when said door is closed; a transmitter-receiver (430) of an electromagnetic wave, the locking means being configured to unlock the position of the door when a received electromagnetic wave, from a radio frequency identification tag having received an emitted electromagnetic wave, comprises predefined information; and a through-opening (420), this opening being configured to allow the passage of a post planted in the ground.