Abstract: Ski boot device for ski boots (1). Ski boots have a front sole section (3) with a front interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a front ski binding, and a rear sole section (4), in a common plane (8), with a rear interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a rear ski binding. The ski boot device of the present invention is attached to the ski boot and comprises a toe portion formed and attached to the ski boot sole (3) without interfering with the front interaction surface during binding or releasing, a heel portion formed and attached to the heel (4) of the ski boot without interfering with the rear interaction surface during binding or releasing; and a support portion (10A, 10B) provided intermediate the toe portion and heel portion and having a shaped profile which extends below the common plane and provides a contact surface during walking.

Abstract: A ski boot comprising: a rigid shell which is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user, and has a lower part structured to be able to couple to a ski binding device; a rigid cuff which is shaped so as to enclose the lower part of the leg of the user, and is pivotally joined to the shell so as to be able to swing about a rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the midplane of the boot; and a cuff locking device which is located on the cuff and is selectively adapted to rigidly connect the cuff to the shell to prevent the cuff from swinging on the shell; the cuff locking device, in turn, comprising a movable arm which is pivotally joined to the cuff so as to be able to rotate to and from a locking position in which the movable arm extends downwards and arranges its distal end in abutment on an anchorage structure present on said shell, and an elastic assembly which is adapted to bring and elastically retain the movable arm in the locking position, and which basically consists of a telescopic stem t

Abstract: The present invention provides an anti-sprain and shock-absorbing balance sole and a footgear including the same, the anti-sprain and shock-absorbing balance sole includes an upper sole and a lower sole, a cavity is sandwiched between the upper sole and the lower sole, multiple compressible and reboundable shock-absorbing elements are embedded in the cavity. The shock-absorbing elements in the sole can buffer the impacts from the ground to the feet, and has good shock-absorbing effect. Second, the balance beams connecting the two shock-absorbing elements in each row can provide opposite roll torque when the road is uneven or the user stamps on stones. Third, the opposite roll torque above can prevent the sole from further rolling over, therefore improves the balance stability when walking. This can further effectively prevent the occurrence of spraining, and avoid sports injury during exercises.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear includes an outsole and a membrane layer. The outsole has a plurality of protrusions that extend from a base layer. The membrane layer extends between the plurality of protrusions and includes at least a portion that is separated from the base layer by a distance. The membrane layer forms an outer surface of the article of footwear, and is configured to elastically deform toward the base layer in response to an applied force.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a bladder element comprises forming at least one of a first, a second, and a third polymeric sheet to have a contoured surface profile. The first, the second, and the third polymeric sheets are stacked so that the second polymeric sheet is between the first polymeric sheet and the third polymeric sheet. The method comprises applying fluid pressure between the first polymeric sheet and second polymeric sheet, between the second polymeric sheet and the third polymeric sheet, or between both, forcing a first surface of the second polymeric sheet into contact with an inner surface of the first polymeric sheet, or a second surface of the second polymeric sheet into contact with an inner surface of the third polymeric sheet, or both. A bladder element is also disclosed.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole assembly with a midsole and an outsole. The midsole includes a fluid-filled bladder element including a first polymeric sheet that has a surface with an impression. The fluid-filled bladder element has a sealable internal cavity that retains fluid. A first portion of the bladder element with the impression is exposed to view through one of the midsole, the outsole, or an upper. A second portion of the bladder element is blocked from view by said one of the midsole, the outsole, or the upper.

Abstract: An article of footwear may have an upper with a knitted component. Alone or in combination, the knitted component may include regions with different degrees of stretch-resistance; the knitted component forms a collar with a half-gauge knit; the upper includes a strand with sections that are inlaid within the knitted component, and the sections are positioned immediately adjacent to each other; the strand forms a plurality of loops, pairs of the loops are positioned immediately adjacent to each other and configured to receive a lace; and the knitted component includes a thermoplastic polymer material, and the strand is unbonded to the thermoplastic polymer material.

Abstract: Methods for manufacturing articles of footwear including forming a first upper on a textile manufacturing machine and forming a second upper on the textile manufacturing machine at a time that at least partially overlaps with formation of the first upper. The first upper and the second upper are formed at separate locations of the textile manufacturing machine.

Abstract: An article of footwear is disclosed that includes a cinching apparatus that is configured to move the upper between an open position and a closed position. The cinching apparatus includes a spring pad with a first, second, and third portion. The third portion is elastic and configured to deform elastically from a first position toward a second position. The third portion is configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion generally in the longitudinal direction as the third portion deforms between the first position and the second position. Also, the cinching apparatus is configured to move the upper from the open position toward the closed position as the third portion of the spring pad moves from the first position toward the second position.

Abstract: A traction stud comprises: a carrier comprising a post, a hollow defined by the post that opens at a distal end of the post, and a multi-pronged flange at a proximal end of the post; and a tip bonded in the hollow and extending past the distal end of the post. The carrier may be metal and/or the tip is ceramic. The multi-pronged flange may comprise two or more prongs, each prong having a first face, a second face, a thickness, and one or more holes extending from the first face to the second face, wherein the first and second faces are substantially perpendicular to the post. Outsoles comprise the traction studs and boots and/or overshoes comprise the outsoles. The traction studs are securely retained by polymeric material of the outsoles. The studs penetrate and/or grip slippery surfaces such as ice and packed snow.

Abstract: A detachable button system has a fixed component permanently attached to a garment and a detachable button component. The fixed component a disc-shaped base and a cylinder extending perpendicularly from said base, said cylinder featuring a plurality of tabs projecting perpendicularly from the cylinder and parallel to the base. The detachable portion had an interior cavity for receiving the cylinder, the interior cavity including a plurality of slots corresponding to the plurality of tabs, the slots receiving said tabs. The tabs vary across their width so as to provide a friction fit when the cylinder of the fixed component is inserted into the internal cavity of the detachable component and the detachable component is rotated.

Abstract: A tension buckle is provided and includes a slider body and a toggle body. The slider body includes a head with a slider strap receiving passageway extending there through from lateral sides thereof and positioned along a proximal end thereof, and a distal end having a neck positioned opposite the proximal end and tie section extending from the neck. The toggle body includes a top bar, a bottom bar positioned substantially parallel to the top bar, a first joining element connecting a first end of the top bar and a first end of the bottom bar, and a second joining element connecting a second end of the top bar and a second end of the bottom bar to provide a toggle strap receiving passageway extending though the toggle body from lateral sides thereof and positioned offset from the slider strap receiving passageway.

Abstract: A rope fastening device includes a body including: (i) a neck that extends along a longitudinal axis; (ii) a connector portion located at a first end of the neck and including a connector adapted to be engaged by an associated article; (iii) a rope attachment portion located at a second end of the neck, the rope attachment portion adapted to be connected to an associated rope. The rope attachment portion includes first and second rope engagement regions including respective first and second rope receiving apertures defined therein such that the body is adapted to be connected to an associated rope free end when the associated rope free end extends through the first rope receiving aperture in a first direction, around the neck, under itself adjacent the neck, and through the second rope receiving aperture in a second direction that is opposite the first direction.

Abstract: A pair of rows of laterally projecting teeth mounted on respective one ends from respective stringers to be moved from opposite sides of a locking plane to be engaged in the locking plane. The teeth include catches constructed to, when the teeth are in the locking plane, engage each other to lock the rows of teeth together.

Abstract: The instant disclosure provides a zip slider structure including a slider body, a tab-holder and a pull-tab arranged between the tab-holder and the slider body. The slider body includes a first slide portion, a second slide portion and a connecting portion including a joint recess. The first slide portion includes a first slide surface, an arranging surface, a first recess, a second recess and a first extension end. The tab-holder includes a body portion, a first bending portion extending from one end of the body portion and passing the first recess, and a second bending portion extending from the other end of the body portion. The first bending portion includes a slot joining with the first extension end, the second bending portion includes a holding end joining with the joining recess, the body portion includes an attaching member extending from the body portion and joining with the second recess.

Abstract: The invention of this patent application concerns that it was developed to keep pets memories of when they were alive, which corresponds to photos, hairs and nails or after death, in this case the ashes from cremation, characterized by comprising a receptacle or base (3) of circular shape or any other geometric shape, on which fits a lid (4) with the shape of the foot or paw of a hollow animal (5) which can be used hanging on a Chain, on a ring, on bracelets, earrings, key chains, anklets, shrines, and/or other objects of personal use.

Abstract: A detection system according to the present invention includes a control device that detects fraud conducted on a game table by using the image analysis result obtained by an image analysis device. In addition, each game token used in this detection system has a multilayer structure having plastic layers with a plurality of different colors stacked on each other, with a colored layer being provided at least intermediately, and white layers or light-colored layers (not illustrated, but may be any layers lighter in color than the colored layer) being stacked on two sides of the intermediate colored layer. As described above, this game token has a multi-layer structure including the colored layer, with the white layers or light-colored layers (not illustrated, but may be any layers lighter in color than the colored layer) being stacked on the two sides of the intermediate colored layer.

Abstract: A coiling device on which a rope, extension cord, or other materials can be coiled. A coiling device allows for additional tools to be included and/or coupled to it. A coiling device that can be coupled to a shaft, whether telescopic or otherwise. A coiling device that can be coupled to a shaft via a clamp.

Abstract: A luggage system with a wardrobe element which extends from the luggage portion and supports a crossbar for hanging clothing or costumes. An arm extends away from the crossbar for supporting a privacy curtain. The wardrobe element is secured within the sides of the luggage, and the opening of the luggage can be opened and closed without needing to store the wardrobe element. In a preferred embodiment, the wardrobe element includes two pairs of structural legs extending out of respective pockets within the luggage, the legs terminating at the crossbar.

Abstract: A personal care convenience kit enabling sanitary use of public bathrooms includes a holder. The holder comprises a housing that is configured to selectively and singly retain one of a plurality of spray bottles. A receptacle is coupled to the housing. The receptacle is configured to selectively and singly retain one of a plurality of packets. The kit comprises a plurality of sanitizing aids and a plurality of personal care items. The sanitizing aids and the personal care items are selectively positionable in the housing and the receptacle. The kit comprises a bag that is configured to carry and selectively stow the holder, the sanitizing aids, and the personal care items. The sanitizing aids and the personal care items are readily transportable by the user to and readily accessible to the user in a public bathroom.

Abstract: An interchangeable rigid insert for protecting a flexible pocket is provided. The rigid insert comprises one or more sidewalls, a base, a forward panel, and a rearward panel. The insert may comprise an upwardly-rising back portion and may be adjustable in width. The base may be thicker than the sidewalls and forward panel.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a carry (or carrying) bag is provided that includes an interior, substantially cut-resistant security panel assembly with a matrix of wires secured between or on one or more flexible material layers. Also in various embodiments, the security panel assembly may be positioned intermediate the bag outside wall and a lining of the bag, and in other embodiments, may also take the form of an expansion panel. Second or secondary locking fasteners are also provided to lock first or primary fasteners to or within the carrying bag, to provide security for compartments and pockets. A strap with one or more security cables, and various locking fasteners, may be attached to the carry bag. Methods for forming such security panel assemblies, expansion panels, and carrying straps are also disclosed.

Abstract: A handbag system and method for combining interactive components and style with an assembly of personal and electronic inner and outer storage compartments, attachable and detachable pockets and straps, an integrated mobile device battery charger, a retractable charging cable, an NFC blocker, a shielded pocket, and securing mechanisms in functional combination.

Abstract: Disclosed is fabric taped aluminum tubes novel hair curler, relating to hairdressing apparatus field. Two ends of upper aluminum tube and lower aluminum tube are clamped onto connector and front stopper support; upper elastic sheet, upper iron sheet and first MCH are arranged inside upper aluminum tube with upper fabric outside; clamping sheet, with one end fixedly connected with lower other side of handle key via screws, is arranged on outer surface of upper fabric; FUSE, silicon gel stopper, lower elastic sheet, lower iron sheet and second MCH are arranged inside lower aluminum tube with lower fabric outside; front stopper is fixedly connected with one end of front stopper support via screws. Special fabrics coated on two semicircular aluminum tubes can generate negative ions, lock moisture and prevent moisture loss, thereby well protecting hair softer; the antistatic, silk-like curler is simple and convenient in operation and more comfortable.

Abstract: Disclosed is fabric taped aluminum plates multifunctional hair straightener, relating to hairdressing apparatus field. Lower battens are clamped on two sides of lower aluminum plate with lower fabric on surface and lower aluminum plate stopper at one end, lower cover plate and lower cover plate stopper fixedly connected with other side of lower body via several first screws are installed on other side of lower body, one end of the lower cover plate is clamped with that of the lower cover plate stopper; upper clamping spring, upper elastic sheet, upper silicone pad, FUSE, second MCH, second manganese steel sheet and upper aluminum plate are installed inside one side of upper body; upper battens are clamped on two sides of the upper aluminum plate with upper fabric on surface. The hairdressing apparatus having fabric-coated aluminum plates keeps users' hair softer, and is antistatic and silk-like, thereby avoiding water vaporization.

Abstract: The Salon Hair Dryer Hood Cover was invented by taking a bath towel and Tootie Fruitie. Take the materials placing them together and cutting them 3 feet 8 inches long and 2 feet wide, cut the corners off pin them together, fold down 1 inch, stitching together. Slide the elastic through the corners creating the hood. Attach four straps to the hood, which are used to tighten the hood around the salon hair dryer. This will keep the heat in, thus eliminating long drying times, which in turn cuts your electric bill in half.

Abstract: A wallet-sized comb is produced by a method of processing a metal substrate having a thickness similar to a credit card. The method includes receiving a comb design including a top portion and a teeth portion, the teeth portion including a plurality of spaced-apart teeth for combing hair and cutting the metal substrate based on the comb design, the cutting performed using a chemical etching technique, where the metal substrate has a thickness at or below 1.2 millimeter. The method further includes extracting a metal comb from the metal substrate generated from the chemical etching technique and de-burring the metal comb, as well as applying a powder coat finish to the metal comb to generate the wallet comb. The comb design may include a design and/or letters in the top portion, such top portion elements cut also using the chemical etching process.

Abstract: An apparatus for the melting of depilatory wax, the apparatus comprising: a housing including at least: a receptacle; a heating element in thermal contact with the receptacle; and a control mechanism operable to control the heating element; and a removable skin that is removably placeable on the housing to protect the housing from wax deposits.

Abstract: A nail polish holder retains a bottle of nail polish in an accessible position at the lower calf region, enabling a user to access and apply the nail polish and tilt the bottle to a desired orientation. The nail polish holder comprises a receptor well for retaining a nail polish bottle in a generally upright position. The receptor well fixedly attaches to a non-continuous band that detachably attaches to the lower calf region. The non-continuous band encircles the lower region of the calf. The band generates an inward tension to secure the band to the lower calf region. An outward force can be applies to increase the size of gap. The gap enables easy slip on and off. A nail polish bottle placed in the cavity of the receptor well, opened, and available without further handling, for the repeated dipping of an applicator into the bottle for polishing the nails.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic composition applicator comprising an impermeable layer. According to the present invention, an application layer of a cosmetic composition applicator absorbs the cosmetic composition, but a flexible layer may block the cosmetic composition so that the cosmetic composition is not absorbed. Thus, moisture durability may be procured, flexibility and comfortability of the applicator may be continuously procured, and since the absorption of liquid contents into the cosmetic composition applicator is suppressed, the rate of transmission to skin may be enhanced.

Abstract: The invention relates to a joint mechanism (12) of an application device (10) of cosmetic product. The joint mechanism (12) comprises a first part (22) having a rib and a second part (24) carrying a bracket receiving the rib. Said first part (22) is mobile in rotation with respect to said second part (24) about an axis. One among the first part (22) and the second part (24) comprises at least one protruding pin, and the other among the first part (22) and the second part (24) defines a path for guiding the pin. The pin is inserted into the path for guiding, with the pin and the path for guiding being off-centered with respect to the axis.

Abstract: A vertically pressed compact container provided with a pouch container includes: a pouch frame inside an outer container, a pouch having an airless pump installed therein, which is installed inside the pouch frame, an inclined protruding portion formed on the rear surface of the pouch frame, and a button on which a pressing protrusion for vertically pressing the inclined protruding portion, which is formed such that when the button is pressed vertically, the pouch frame which moves horizontally to actuate the airless pump and can discharge a precise amount of cosmetics. In addition, a nozzle that is coupled to an end of the pump to discharge cosmetics is formed a laid-down “U” shape in order to be able to prevent cosmetics from shooting upward and splattering.

Abstract: A lipstick cup for securing a lipstick cylinder or bullet, suitable for a soft lipstick formula, having a cylindrical body with a base and a sidewall having axially-arranged ribs distributed substantially evenly around the inner circumference of the sidewall near the base, that extending radially inwardly from the sidewall, and a plurality of shallow undercut structures distributed substantially evenly around the circumference of the sidewall, disposed circumferentially between the pairs of adjacent ribs, and tapering inwardly from the inner surface of the sidewall toward the base to provide an undersurface. The plurality of ribs displace and compress a portion of the material of the lipstick composition circumferentially toward and between the undersurface of the shallow undercut structures, and the base, for preventing the product from being dislodged from the cup.

Abstract: A silica gel smudge brush is provided, relating to the technical field of application of makeup tools, which comprises a head portion and a rod portion; the head portion comprises a dipping end and a connection end, and a surface layer of the dipping end is a silica gel material layer for dipping in eye shadow; and one end of the rod portion is connected with the connection end of the head portion for holding of the silica gel smudge brush. The present application has resolved the technical problem in the prior art that due to the permeability of sponge, glue is brought into eye shadow when the eye shadow comes into contact with the glue, thereby contaminating the skin.

Abstract: A portable receptacle with an integrated lanyard reel includes a portable receptacle. The receptacle includes a reel attached to the portable receptacle. The receptacle includes a lanyard wound on the reel, the lanyard having a distal end, the lanyard movable between a retracted position in which the distal end is a first distance from the reel and an extended position in which the distal end is a second distance from the reel, the second distance greater than the first distance.

Abstract: A backpack provided with a lower compartment holds a waist bag that may encircle the waist of a bearer. A hoisting system comprising a shoulder strap attached to the waist bag allows the bearer to elevate a receiver of the waist bag when the receiver is deployed to the front of the bearer.

Abstract: A hammock is provided and includes a bed layer and an insulation section. The insulation section is connected to a bottom surface of the bed layer using a mechanical joint and includes a plurality of baffle boxes containing insulating material.

Abstract: A single mount, dock supported hammock frame that is removably securable to a pre-existing dock post. A first end of the hammock frame is configured to pivot about the connection with the dock post and further comprises a hammock support rod connected thereto. A hammock can then be secured to opposing ends of the frame and positioned over a body of water near the dock when in use. The frame rises vertically from the dock and horizontally away from the mounting post to secure a hammock from above the hammock, allowing the hammock to freely swing over the water surface.

Abstract: A single mount, dock supported hammock frame that is removably securable to a pre-existing dock post. A first end of the hammock frame is configured to pivot about the connection with the dock post. A hammock can then be secured to opposing ends of the frame and positioned over a body of water near the dock when in use. The frame rises vertically from the dock and horizontally away from the mounting post to secure a hammock from above the hammock, allowing the hammock to freely swing over the water surface.

Abstract: A personal carrier for carrying a communication device and personal items is provided. The personal carrier includes a first compartment for storing the communication device and a processing unit, wherein the processing unit electronically couples components of the personal carrier to the communication device. The personal carrier also includes a display surface configured to transmit information to and receive information from the communication device stored in the first compartment. The personal carrier further includes a second compartment for storing personal items and at least one strapping member for allowing the personal carrier to be worn or affixed to an object.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a mounting component with an opposed exterior surface configured to adapt to a curvature of a helmet via an attachment portion and angularly defined guide rails and friction slots. A cradle includes an exterior portion configured to receive an accessory and friction receiving coupler to integrate said cradle to said mounting component whereby cradle will travel non-linearly along the angularly defined guiderails of the mounting component. Friction inducing elements increase friction between the mounting component and the cradle where the friction is induced by mechanical elements, where the mechanical elements are adjustable by hand power.

Abstract: A container is described, that is suitable for securely holding a variety of tools and other objects within the container. The container of the invention is particularly well suited for holding a variety of cordless power tools, hammers, squares or other loose objects. The container includes a reversible hinged cover that allows for pivoting the cover open from a side of the container or, alternatively, by reversing the cover the cover may be pivoted open from either end of the cover.

Abstract: A drop prevention apparatus and system for hand tools includes a drop prevention anchor having an anchor body with a proximal body end portion, a middle body portion and a distal body end portion, a leader aperture through the proximal body end portion, a first tool aperture through the middle body portion, and a second tool aperture through the distal body end portion where the drop prevention anchor is securely attached to a hand tool and where one of the first tool aperture or the second tool aperture is configured for attaching a tool lanyard connector and the other is configured for attaching a tool securing connector of a tool pouch such that one of the tool lanyard connector or the tool securing connector are securely connected directly to the drop prevent anchor at all times.

Abstract: A toothbrush having a handle and a head provided with bristles. The head is mounted pivotably with respect to the handle, and the handle has at one end two arms projecting along a longitudinal axis of the handle and defining a space. The head is pivotably mounted in the space defined by the arms.

Abstract: Foot broom devices are releasably attachable to footwear such as a shoe or boot. In some examples, such a foot broom device enables a user to quickly, conveniently, and frequently sweep debris from an area to keep it clean.

Abstract: Coupling attachment for rotating brushes. A coupling attachment for rotating brushes is described, which comprises a circular section piece configured by semi-circular enantiomeric pieces coupled together with male-female connection system that comprise hooks in their outer perimeter as temporary fixing means suitable for all kinds of brush bristles: bristles in the shape of filaments, bands, segments or fringes.

Abstract: A slim broom includes a planar body having a planar handle extending from an elongated linear shape into an elongated brush attachment with a brush planar profile; and brush thistles fitting into the planar profile attached to one end of the brush attachment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bar section for a portable modular bar comprising a frame portion having spaced upper and lower rails connected by opposing side rails, the upper rail comprising a slot extending into its upper surface, and a display panel portion comprising a hook configured to cooperate with the slot in the frame portion in order to mount the display panel portion on the frame portion. The present invention also relates to a modular bar comprising a front bar section, a side bar section hingedly connected to a side rails of the front bar section, and a cover section having a peripheral lip configured to fit around the upper part of the front and side bar sections.

Abstract: A desktop stand is provided that includes at least two substantially cylindrical bodies in contact with each other and an extension hinging from one of the cylindrical bodies. The extension is movable to an open position and a closed position. The extension completes a circumference of the other of the cylindrical bodies when in the closed position and is configured to accept a mobile device in the open position to support the mobile device in an upright position for ease of viewing content displayed in its graphical user interface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-holder for learning, capable of holding a book or a smart pad thereon and comprising: a body; a first device for folding a support unit hinge-coupled to one side of the lower part of the body so as to be rotatable around a hinge shaft; a second device for folding a support unit hinge-coupled to the other side of the lower part of the body so as to be rotatable around a hinge shaft formed parallel with the hinge shaft; a folding floor plate device formed to be rotatable around the hinge shaft at a lower end portion of the body so as to erect and support the body; and a fixing device sliding in the longitudinal direction of the body so as to be adjustable in height, and formed at the upper portion of the body.