Abstract: The preparation of a shelf stable coconut water concentrate is described along with a method of producing a ready to drink fountain coconut water beverage from the coconut water concentrate. The resulting ready to consume fountain drink is made solely from freshly sourced or processed coconut water without adding other fruit juice, additives, enzymes, flavorings, colorings or preservatives. A coconut water stock is concentrated by an evaporation process to obtain a coconut water concentrate of at least 70°Brix having a water activity of 0.7% or below. The coconut water concentrate is microbiologically stable at room temperature without the addition of additives or preservatives, and does not require refrigeration. Water or other liquids are added to the coconut water concentrate at a ratio of between 20 to 30 parts water to 1 part stable coconut water concentrate, to form a variety of coconut water fountain drinks.

Abstract: A food processing system includes a driving pulley, a driven pulley, a motor, a belt, and an actuator. The motor is configured to rotate the driving pulley. The belt is connected with the driving pulley and the driven pulley. The driving pulley is configured to rotate the belt. The belt is configured to rotate the driven pulley. The actuator is connected with the driven pulley. The actuator is configured to move the driven pulley relative to the belt between an extended position and a retracted position.

Abstract: Carriers suitable for transporting a plurality of articles through a microwave heating zone are provided. Carriers as described herein may include an outer frame and upper and lower support structures vertically spaced from one another to provide a cargo volume into which the articles are loaded. At least a portion of the upper and/or lower support structures may be formed of an electrically conductive material. Additionally, the carrier may include removable article spacing members, such as vertical spacing members and dividers, that can be selectively inserted to adjust the size and/or shape of the cargo volume. Carriers as described herein may be configured to receive a variety of different articles, including trays and pouches, and the articles may be loaded into the carrier in a nested or overlapping manner.

Abstract: A method and device are described that reduce the amount of pathogens in a liquid and/or to mitigate the growth of pathogens. Utilizing the method or device, liquid product is subjected to an 8 Bar or greater pressure drop. The liquid product is then heated to increase its temperature by at least 10° C. while it is in the droplet phase and/or after being collected into a liquid volume.

Abstract: Phage ?241 specific for Escherichia coli O157:H7 was isolated from an industrial cucumber fermentation where both acidity (pH?3.7) and salinity (?5% NaCI) were high. A method for preparing a food item at least substantially free of Escherichia coli O157:H7 contamination contacted the food item with a bacteriophage ?241 under conditions for the bacteriophage ?241 to lyse all or substantially all the Escherichia coli O157:H7 present in the food item, while Escherichia coli strains other than O157:H7 were not affected. A method for detecting the presence of Escherichia coli O157:H7 by contacting a bacteriophage ?241 with a food item is also disclosed.

Abstract: A salt roasting means for roasting foodstuff in a hot closed space with central space for placing the foodstuff and peripheral location or locations surrounding the central space. The peripheral location or locations are configured to accommodate sufficient amount of salt for generating thermal barrier around and above the central space and foodstuff without having direct physical contact with the foodstuff. The thermal barrier blocks hot vapors coming out of the foodstuff from diffusing away.

Abstract: The invention shows a food casing comprising a hose casing and cover plates terminally attached thereto in a liquid tight manner, which cover plates cover the terminal cross-sectional openings of the hose casing. At least one of the cover plates has a filling opening comprising a check valve, which is passable for food mass filled in the hose casing and blocks against the leakage of food mass out of the hose casing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for producing a dried flavor, fragrance (e.g., odor), and/or color composition and products produced using the composition. The present invention also provides methods for producing a dried flavoring composition and products that include the composition. In general, the methods include the steps of: a) combining a flavorant, odorant and/or colorant with oleaginous cells to provide a mixture; and, b) drying the mixture to produce a dried composition.

Abstract: A dry mixture of tomato powder, vinegar powder, and a modified food starch (e.g., hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate) capable of thickening upon addition of liquid, without requiring heating, is disclosed. The dry mixture may be employed as a dry rub, or may be mixed with a liquid of the consumer's choice (e.g., water, beer, wine, bourbon, soda, pineapple juice, other juice, vinegar, or the like). Upon such mixing, and without application of heat, the resulting mixture will spontaneously thicken to have viscosity and other rheological characteristics similar to bottled barbeque sauces, which are thickened with application of heat during formulation, e.g., before bottling.

Abstract: A dehydrated coconut meat based edible film, including its improvements and modifications, includes mainly of coconut meat wherein other fruit and vegetables are added as flavorings and enhancers. These coconut meat based films can be used as crepes, rolls, and or wraps, which are usually employed in wrapping any food such as fresh fruits, vegetables, salads, or cooked meat/fish, and any combination, after which are rolled, folded and eaten directly during meals or as snacks. The films, being mainly composed of fresh young coconut meat, are highly nutritious, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, raw, vegan, low carb, no added salt, and beneficial for human health. Further, the films can desirably be eaten directly, baked, steamed, fried, grilled and can remain fresh for up to twelve (12) months or longer, without chemical preservatives.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods for making a composition of a cannabinoid and chicory flour. According to a method, the composition is manufactured by combining an amount of a cannabinoid and an amount of chicory flour comprising about 10% (w/w) to about 90% (w/w) less 11?,13-dihydrolactucin than a chicory flour made from the taproots of Cichorium intybus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food composition comprising an iron nicotinate complex. Further aspects of the invention are a composition comprising an iron nicotinate complex for use in the treatment or prevention of iron deficiency, the use of an iron nicotinate complex to fortify a food product with iron and a process for fortifying a food product with iron.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a free-flowing composition having controllable properties of bulk density, particle morphology, flowability and shakeability suitable, for example, for use on or in a foodstuff or a beverage. The composition includes a blend of: (i) a plurality of substantially discrete composite particles, each composite particle comprising a core of a first edible material provided with a discontinuous surface coating formed from a first plurality of non-uniformly sized particles of a second edible material; and (ii) a second plurality of non-uniformly sized particles of said second edible material. A foodstuff comprising the composition is claimed and so are methods of employing it.

Abstract: An oral product includes a body that is wholly receivable in an oral cavity. The body includes a mouth-stable polymer matrix, cellulosic fibers embedded in the mouth-stable polymer matrix, and nicotine or a derivative thereof dispersed in the mouth-stable polymer matrix. The oral product is adapted to release the nicotine or derivative thereof from the body when the body is received within the oral cavity and exposed to saliva.

Abstract: Methods for obtaining natural colorants from plant material (e.g., tobacco material) and for using such natural colorants to dye various substrates are provided. Natural colorants are obtained using particular enzymes and particular conditions (e.g., time, temperature, and pH profiles). Such colorants can be used to dye substrates, for example, using conventional dyeing techniques or using unique in situ methods.

Abstract: A wrapping paper for smoking articles has a basis weight of at least 10 g/m2 and at most 70 g/m2 and comprises a mixture of cellulosic pulp fibers comprising at least 90% of short-fiber cellulosic pulp fibers, based on the mass of the cellulosic pulp fibers in the cellulosic pulp mixture, or comprising at least 95% of short-fiber cellulosic pulp fibers, based on the number of cellulosic pulp fibers, with at least 10% of the short-fiber cellulosic pulp fibers being ground, based on the mass of the number of cellulosic pulp fibers of the cellulosic pulp fiber mixture, and with the wrapping paper having over more than 50% of its area, preferably at least 55% of its area and especially preferably at least 60% of its area, an air permeability of at least 30 cm3/(cm2,min-kPa), and where the wrapping paper comprises at least one burning salt.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a fragrance capsule of tobacco according to an embodiment of this disclosure may comprise: a membrane manufacturing step for manufacturing a membrane of a fragrance capsule by a membrane manufacturing part which manufactures a membrane; a capsule manufacturing step for manufacturing the fragrance capsule using an apparatus for manufacturing a capsule with the membrane manufactured during the membrane manufacturing step and a fragrance liquid to be held in the membrane; and a hardening step for hardening the fragrance capsule.

Abstract: A heating device for a smoke-free cigarette is substantially made up of a liquid container and/or a reaction element, separated from one another by a destructible seal and filled with substances, the mixing of which triggers an exothermic reaction. A pin composed of heat-conductive plastic or metal is provided on the reaction element, which pin interacts with the seal, and onto which a profile body is set. The profile body is produced from an earth alkali metal, calcium chloride, calcium chloride, magnesium sulfate, sodium hydroxide or calcium oxide.

Abstract: At least one example embodiment discloses a pre-vapor formulation reservoir configured to contain a pre-vapor formulation material, a heating element coupled to the pre-vapor formulation reservoir and configured to heat at least a portion of the pre-vapor formulation material into a generated vapor and provide the generated vapor to a first portion of a channel, a tobacco housing at a second portion of the channel and positioned to receive the generated vapor, the tobacco housing including tobacco and at least one air flow element in the tobacco housing to direct at least a first portion of the generated vapor towards an end of the non-combustible smoking element.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a device for assembling an electronic cigarette (10) comprising a shell (15) containing electrical power supply means and a cartridge (12) that can be detached from the shell (15) of the electronic cigarette. The cartridge comprises at least one pin (14) projecting from the external wall of that end (13) of the cartridge (12) that is intended for assembling the cartridge (12) with the shell (15) of the cigarette, and an assembly ring (11) in which this end (13) becomes inserted, said ring (11) being placed inside the shell (15), at one end thereof, and configured to constitute the female socket of a bayonet assembly mechanism of which the end (13) of the pipe (12) forms the male part. The ring (11) comprises locking means (41, 42) which are configured to keep the pin (14) in a locking position (23) in the absence of user action when the cartridge (12) is being assembled with the shell (13).

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an atomizing unit, comprises a step A of forming an oxide film on a surface of a heating element forming a part of an atomizing unit that atomizes an aerosol source, by supplying electric power to the heating element, in a state where the heating element is processed into a heater shape.

Abstract: A vaporizing device used for hookah includes an atomizer to produce vapor when a user begins to inhale smoke from the vaporizing device. The atomizer includes a mesh dome that regulates liquid flow from a cartridge and into contact with a plurality of heating coils.

Abstract: A personal vaporizing inhaler having an airway that is adjustable without disassembly of the vaporizer device. Such a vaporizer may include a hollow shell having an opening at one end ending in a mouthpiece, and having at least one air passage in the side of the hollow shell; a rotatable rotary air valve disposed within the hollow shell having an air passage that can be brought into alignment with the air passage of the hollow shell and at least one rotary valve connector, and a build deck having a heating element and at least one build deck connector configured to interface with the rotary valve connector such that rotating the build deck rotates the rotary air valve. The alignment between the air passages of the rotary air valve and the hollow shell may be adjustable in order to allow more or less air into the vaporizer.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods to generate an inhalable vapor in an electronic vaporization device. The vaporization device may generate a vapor with one or more defined characteristics. In some cases, the vapor may have a predetermined aerosol number density and/or a predetermined average aerosol diameter. The vaporization device may generate a vapor from a vaporizable material. In some cases, the vaporizable material may be a liquid material housed in a cartridge. The vaporization device may comprise a rechargeable power storage device.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods to generate an inhalable vapor in an electronic vaporization device. The vaporization device may generate a vapor with one or more defined characteristics. In some cases, the vapor may have a predetermined aerosol number density and/or a predetermined average aerosol diameter. The vaporization device may generate a vapor from a vaporizable material. In some cases, the vaporizable material may be a liquid material housed in a cartridge. The vaporization device may comprise a rechargeable power storage device.

Abstract: A protective, separated-toe garment comprises a first, big-toe element, a second, pinky-toe element, and a third foot-pad element. The big-toe element comprises a front first edge disposed substantially perpendicular to opposing side edges, first and second curved edges from respective side edges in a curve to meet at a first point opposite the front first edge. The pinky-toe element comprises a front fifth edge substantially perpendicular to opposing third and fourth side edges, third and fourth curved edges tapering from the side edges in a curve to meet at a second point opposite the front fifth edge. The third foot pad element comprises a front ninth edge defining an oblique curve such that ends of the front ninth edge develop and merge into sixth and seventh side edges, respectively, at opposite sides at an oblique angle and curve rearwards to end at a respective side of an eighth rear edge.

Abstract: An exercise top that is designed for nursing women, whereby the garment is stylish, comfortable, adjustable, and functional as an exercise top, yet also allows a convenient, easy and discrete mechanism that allows the user to nurse a baby without disrobing in that there are several points of adjustability to the garment, as well as an outer release mechanism and an inner release mechanism, which allow the wearer to selectively expose a breast for nursing.

Abstract: A rainproof pair of pants or a waterproof pair of waders includes a rigid frame sealed in a waterproof. The frame forms a frame aperture and a rigid lid is pivotably connected to the frame. A seal is disposed between the frame and the lid forming a waterproof closure of the frame aperture. When the density of the frame is first set to be 0.04 pounds per cubic inch and when the frame and lid are scaled so an area of the frame aperture is first set to be 7.205 inches squared, then the following is true: a mass moment of inertia taken at the frame center of mass about the frame x-axis is equal to or greater than 0.19 pound square feet; and a mass moment of inertia taken at the frame center of mass about the y-axis is equal to or greater than 0.27 pound square feet.

Abstract: A garment in a preferred embodiment includes front, rear and first and second side panels and a hood all formed from a single piece of a high performance, water-proof, breathable material. The user may use releasable fasteners affixed above fixed connection points along each opposite side of the front and rear panels to adjust the size of the sleeve openings. Releasable fasteners are provided below the fixed connection points to allow the user to open or close the side edges of the front and rear panels below the fixed connection points. A plurality of releasable fasteners is provided along the bottom edges of the front and rear panels to allow the user to selectively adjust the fit about the user's torso.

Abstract: The disclosed apparatus, system and method includes at least a protective garment that prevents concussive effects on internal organs. The garment many include a garment body; and, embedded in the garment body, at least one multi-sectional pad. At least two of the multi-sections may comprise: at least one aramid layer; at least one multi-durometer foam layer having a substantially similar surface area to that provided by the at least one aramid layer; and at least one shield layer.

Abstract: A gown (100) includes a body covering portion (101). A first sleeve (107) and a second sleeve (108) each extend distally away from the body covering portion and terminating at a retention device (109,110). A first concentric sleeve (119) is coupled to the first sleeve at a first connection location (121) and extends along an exterior of the first sleeve toward the retention device. A second concentric sleeve (120) is coupled to the second sleeve at a second connection location (122) and extends along the exterior of the second sleeve toward the retention device.

Abstract: Embodiments are provided for a pants garment that has an upper segment having a waist, and two leg portions, and a lower segment having two leg members. The leg members having an elastic upper portion and a lower portion. The leg portions of the upper segment overlap the top portion of the leg members, and are attached to the leg members at a portion below the top of the leg members, as to allow the leg members elastic upper portions to resist the movement of the leg warmers when the upper portion is pulled down.

Abstract: The described invention relates to an ambidextrous working glove having fish scale-textured inner and outer surfaces and methods of making same.

Abstract: A smart fabric may include a smart material such as an Electroactive Polymer (EAP). An adaptive garment formed from the smart fabric may change textile density based on user needs, sensor states, context, and other inputs. In various embodiments, the EAP enables the adaptive garment to change textile density based on a sport or activity, based on calendar or scheduled events, or based on user preferences. In various embodiments, these smart fabrics may be implemented in sporting garments, uniforms, multiple-day clothing (e.g., for travel or military usage), furniture fabric, curtains, or other implementations.

Abstract: A system and method for displaying garments, including: a computer-rendered three-dimensional, rotatable model; and a size selection control for selecting different garment sizes to be displayed on the model.

Abstract: A scarf hoodie is described wherein a hoodie is inside a scarf. The scarf is turned inside out to get pull out the hoodie, which is attached to the middle layer of the scarf. The scarf comprises a first outer layer, a second outer layer, and an inner layer. Attached to the inner layer is a hoodie which contains a hood and an attachment strip. By pulling the scarf inside out, the hood appears, and as such the hood and the scarf are a combined feature to be worn by the user.

Abstract: A helmet light bar coupleable to a helmet includes a housing, a plurality of light-emitting modules associated with the housing, and a controller adapted to active one or more of the plurality of light-emitting modules responsive to either or both of a signal indicative of activation of emergency lights on a motor vehicle and a signal indicative of a level of intensity of deceleration of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: A helmet, the helmet is constructed with top/side mounted picatinny rails on either side of the helmet, wherein the picatinny rails hold a cradle for securing accessories on the helmet. The accessories are capable of rapid deployment and retraction.

Abstract: A flocked helmet cover pad (FHCP) attachable add-on to a helmet cover includes a central hub and multiple appendages attached to the central hub. The appendages are shaped and arranged to provide additional impact energy absorption properties for a helmet.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective headgear having a multi-layered shell to attenuate amplitude of mechanical waves of a blunt trauma to a human head by phase reversal of the mechanical waves at a boundary established between two adjacent layers of the multi-layered shell.

Abstract: Protective gear includes an outer shell layer connected to a middle shell layer through an outer energy and impact transformer layer. The middle shell layer is connected to an inner shell layer through an inner energy and impact transformer layer. The outer and inner energy and impact transformer layers flexibly connect the shell layers to absorb impact forces, rotational forces, shear forces, etc., and allow the various shell layers to move and slide relative to the other shell layers. The outer and inner energy and impact transformer layers may be constructed using gels, fluids, electro-rheological elements, magneto-rheological elements, etc. The protective gear may be formed as helmets or body protection for various activities and protect users from not only impact and penetrative forces, but rotational and shear forces as well.

Abstract: The present invention provides helmet (1) comprising: two layers (2, 3) configured to slide with respect to each other; and wherein the surface of one or both layers (2, 3) comprises a sliding facilitator (4) to improve slidability between the two layers (2, 3), wherein the sliding facilitator (4) comprises (i) an organic polymer, a polysiloxane and surfactant; (ii) an organic polymer and a copolymer based on a polysiloxane and an organic polymer; or (iii) a non-elastomeric cross-linked polymer obtained or obtainable by subjecting a polysiloxane and an organic polymer to a cross-linking reaction.

Abstract: A helmet assembly comprising a helmet shell, a fit system detachably coupled to the helmet shell, and a retention system coupled to the helmet shell independent of the fit system. The fit system is configured to stabilize the helmet shell on the wearer's head. The retention system is configured to retain the helmet shell on the wearer's head and to stabilize the helmet shell on the wearer's head when the fit system is removed from the helmet shell. The retention system may include a stabilizer configured to extend in a circumferential direction about a rear portion of the wearer's head to stabilize the helmet shell on the wearer's head. The stabilizer may couple segments of the retention system together so as to restrict separation of the segments from each other.

Abstract: A helmet accessory attachment member includes a finger-actuatable lock configured to secure an accessory attachment member mount to a helmet mount as part of securing an accessory such as a mandible guard to a helmet. The lock includes a pivot arm with a rotation axis that is parallel to the helmet surface, and also includes one or more blocking surfaces on the pivot arm to engage with grooves on the helmet mount. The lock may be positioned on a slidable insert of the accessory attachment member.

Abstract: A helmet assembly having a helmet, a mandible guard, and an accessory attachment system that is used to selectively attach and secure the mandible guard to the helmet is disclosed. In some embodiments, the mandible guard is arranged to be detached from a first side of the helmet while remaining secured to a second side of the helmet. In such embodiments, the mandible guard may be moved outwardly and away from a wearer as the mandible guard pivots around the accessory attachment system attached to the second side of the helmet.

Abstract: A helmet can comprise an upper-body and a lower-body nested within the upper-body. An opening can be formed within a front portion of the helmet and disposed between an outer surface of the upper-body and an inner surface of the lower-body. A first magnet can be encased within the upper-body or the lower-body and adjacent the opening. A shield can comprise a shield mount and a second magnet coupled to the shield mount that is sized to fit within the opening and to be releasably coupled to the first magnet. The first magnet and the second magnet can be self-aligned in direct alignment with eyes of a user. A third magnet can be disposed above the first magnet and aligned with the second magnet on an outer surface of the helmet out of sight from eyes of the user.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure provide a helmet including customized helmet layers and corresponding methods of construction. In one aspect, a method comprises capturing a 3D image of a head corresponding to the head of an individual, and rendering a 3D headform based on the 3D image. A lining layer is formed, which includes a geometry corresponding to the 3D headform and the inner surface of the shell layer such that an inner surface of the lining layer conforms to the shape of a corresponding portion of the 3D headform. An outer surface of the lining layer further conforms to the shape of a corresponding portion of an inner surface of a shell layer. Another aspect of the method comprises forming a shell layer such that the shell layer includes a geometry corresponding to the shape of a portion of the 3D headform.

Abstract: Provided is a device for insertion into a heeled shoe, having a rear region positioned to underlying a wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, the rear region being shaped to accommodate a planer surface of the wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, an upper surface of said rear region having a raised portion underlying an area of the wearer's calcaneus immediately forward of the wearer's calcaneus tuberosity; and a forward region positioned to underlie at least a portion of the shafts of the wearer's metatarsals, the second upper surface of said forward region having a raised portion which gradually rises to an apex position to underlie the shafts of the wearer's second and third metatarsals.

Abstract: A full length composite plate to be used as part of an outsole assembly in an article of footwear is disclosed. The full length composite plate comprises a composite material that has a certain percent elongation. The full length composite plate can include a heel cup for heel stability and improved traction. The full length composite plate also can include two angled portions along an arch region that provide arch support, as well as two flattened edges along the arch region to minimize or eliminate buckling. The forefoot region can be relatively flatter than the arch and heel regions, and notches are preferably included along a portion of the forefoot to increase flexibility.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sole structure for shoes, which includes a lower midsole. The lower midsole includes a medial-side midsole portion which extends in a medial side portion of a heel region supporting a heel of a wearer's foot, and a lateral-side midsole portion which extends in a lateral side portion of the heel region, and which faces, and is spaced apart from, the medial-side midsole portion in a foot width direction. The lateral-side midsole portion includes supports which are arranged adjacent to each other in a longitudinal direction with a gap interposed therebetween and which support the wearer's heel, and a coupling portion which is provided in the gap, and couples the adjacent supports to each other to reduce displacement or twist in the foot width direction occurring between the adjacent supports.