Abstract: Brush for applying a product, in particular a cosmetic product, to the eyelashes or eyebrows, comprising: —a core (40) extending along a longitudinal axis and comprising two branches that are twisted together, —bristles clamped between the branches of the core (40), the free end of the bristles defining an envelope surface (S), the envelope surface (S) having at least two ribs delimited by notches (30) formed by two longitudinally extending flanks, the two flanks of at least one notch comprising flat portions.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention are directed to an oral cleaning implements having a head and a handle. The implements distal end of the handle may be a tool adapted for removal of denture adhesive from dentures.

Abstract: A grill cleaner generally includes a wire brush formed by a plurality of wire loops extending from a brush block. The wire loops may include a solid core wire or a wire cable/cord (e.g., a plurality of wound wire strands). In one embodiment, the wire loops may be formed as individual wire loops having the ends secured in sleeves (e.g., crimped). The grill cleaner also include one or more handles to allow a user to urge the wire loops across a grate of a grill such that movement of the wire loops across the grate dislodges debris (e.g., food particles) adhered to a surface of the grate.

Abstract: A shelf attachment assembly for attaching a shelf to a wall includes a removable shelf having a wall member and a hinge member at an angle to the wall member. The wall member includes a first aperture and a second aperture, the second aperture having a wall member portion as well as a hinge member portion. The shelf attachment assembly also includes a shelf attachment bracket which is fastenable to the wall. The shelf attachment bracket includes a first attachment and a second attachment aligned to receive the first aperture and second aperture, respectfully. The removable shelf is attached to the shelf attachment bracket, firstly, by inserting the second attachment through the hinge member portion of the second aperture. The removable shelf is then rotated such that the second attachment passes into the wall member portion of the second aperture and the first attachment is inserted through the first aperture.

Abstract: A self-driving telescopic post includes a cap, a brake, a directional bearing and an axle. The cap includes comprising a central aperture in communication with a chamber. The brake is inserted in the chamber. The directional bearing is inserted in the cap and engaged with the brake. The axle is inserted in the central aperture and supported by the directional bearing. The axle is allowed to rotate in a first sense of direction relative to the directional bearing so that the brake does not interfere with the rotation of the axle in the first sense of direction via the directional bearing. The axle is prevented from rotation in a second sense of direction relative to the directional bearing so that the brake interferes with the rotation of the axle in the second sense of direction via the directional bearing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tabletop attached furniture (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) including a plurality of legs (20) which stand on a floor surface (F) and a tabletop (30, 30A, 30B, 30C) supported on the plurality of legs (20), wherein each of the legs (20) is formed so that a width dimension (W1) when viewed from a first direction (X) along an upper surface of the tabletop (30, 30A, 30B, 30C) gradually increases upward from below and a width dimension (W2) when viewed from a second direction (Y) orthogonal to the first direction (X) within a plane following the upper surface of the tabletop gradually increases downward from above.

Abstract: This disclosure provides an adjustable ergonomic workstation that includes first platform and a second platform that is coupled to and positioned below the first platform, wherein the first platform may be moved between at least a lowered position and a first raised position and wherein the coupling of the second platform to the first platform includes a tilt adjustment assembly wherein the second platform may be adjusted between at least a first angular position and a second angular position relative to the first platform.

Abstract: An adjustable table includes a table board, an inclining structure, a supporting structure, and a foot structure. The table board is provided with a pivoting portion on one end thereof. The inclining structure is provided with a mounting portion on one end thereof, and the mounting portion is pivotally combined with the pivoting portion of the table board, such that the table board and the inclining structure pivotally sway to open and close. The supporting structure is combined between the table board and the inclining structure for supporting and fixing the table board and the inclining structure. The foot structure is pivotally combined with the inclining structure, such that the inclining structure sways toward the foot structure.

Abstract: A furniture assembly comprising a first frame structure having front and rear portions and including at least a first leg member and a substantially horizontal first rail member supported by the at least a first leg member where the first rail member has a first length dimension, a substantially horizontal second rail member supported by the at least a second leg member spaced apart from the first rail member wherein an assembly space includes the space between the first and second rail members, a front portion of the assembly space adjacent the front portion of the first frame structure and a rear portion of the assembly space adjacent the rear portion of the first frame structure, a first furniture sub-assembly having first and second ends, having a first depth dimension and supported within the assembly space by the first and second rail members and a second furniture sub-assembly having first and second ends, a second depth dimension and supported within the assembly space by the first rail member and a r

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, and a supporting member. The second rail can be displaced with respect to the first rail. The supporting member is connected to the second rail and includes an upper supporting portion and a lower supporting portion. The upper supporting portion is used for supporting an upper wall of the first rail, and the lower supporting portion, for supporting a lower wall of the first rail.

Abstract: A supporting device for rail member includes a first supporting frame, a second supporting frame and a third supporting frame. The first supporting frame has a pair of first supporting features for supporting the second supporting frame. The second supporting frame is movably attached to the first supporting frame. The second supporting frame has a pair of second supporting features for supporting the third supporting frame. The third supporting frame is movably attached to the second supporting frame. One of the first supporting frame and the third supporting frame is fixedly attached to a rail member.

Abstract: A device for fixing a push element, in particular a drawer box to a rail of a pull-out guide, the device comprising a clamping mechanism with a receptacle, into which a web-shaped holding part can be inserted, wherein a self-locking clamping element is provided at the receptacle, by means of which the holding part is secured in a clamping manner against being pulled out. As a result, a particularly stable fixation of the drawer box to a pull-out guide can be achieved.

Abstract: A device for fixing a push element, in particular a drawer box to a rail of a pull-out guide, the device comprising a clamping mechanism with a receptacle, into which a web-shaped holding part can be inserted, wherein a self-locking clamping element is provided at the receptacle, by means of which the holding part is secured in a clamping manner against being pulled out. As a result, a particularly stable fixation of the drawer box to a pull-out guide can be achieved.

Abstract: A drawer slide apparatus mounted to a drawer slide assembly for moving a drawer slidingly within a cabinet provides push-to-open and soft close functionality while further providing a depth and alignment adjustment of the drawer relative to the cabinet carcass. The apparatus comprises a housing including a soft close track, a damper, and a carriage slidable within the soft close track. A guide block comprising a set of channels within a stationary part and a movable part for providing the depth and alignment adjustment. A pin, slidable within the carriage, has a first end engaged with the soft close track and a second end simultaneously engaged with the guide block provides the soft close and push-to-open functionalities.

Abstract: A chair (1) having at least one sensor (2) for the qualitative and/or quantitative acquisition of a physical parameter indicating the occupation of the chair (1) by a person. Two methods are provided for assessing a state of occupation of a chair (1).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a folding chair. The folding chair comprises a group of foot pipes, a group of seat frame pipes, a group of rotating connection pipes, a group of locking pipes and fabric. The group of foot pipes comprises a left and a right foot pipes. Armrest fixing pieces are fixedly installed on the upper ends of the foot pipes. A limiting piece is fixed in the middle of the foot pipes. A sliding piece is sleeved below the limiting piece. The upper ends of the four rotating pipes are rotatably connected with the seat frame pipes through a seat frame rotating piece; the other end of the four rotating pipes is rotatably connected with another linkage pipe of the four rotating pipes through a rotating piece fixed thereto; the rotating pipes are symmetrically arranged.

Abstract: A universal chair leveler provides chair leveling for outdoor concert, event or other use. The universal chair leveler comprises a body having an angled bottom and a support for receive a chair leg at its top. A support may have one or more distinct cavities to receive various types of chair legs.

Abstract: A portable memory foam seat cushion has a seat portion and a back portion and can be rolled up into a rolled-up configuration for ease of portability. Straps secure the seat cushion in the rolled-up configuration. The seat cushion also has handle straps and a shoulder strap for carrying the seat cushion while it is in the rolled-up configuration.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a cushion apparatus comprising a resilient spring member. Typically, the cushion apparatus in configured to provide flexible support to a user, allow air circulation through and within the cushion apparatus and allow ventilation of excess heat. In some embodiments, the cushion apparatus comprises a resilient spring member and a cushion cover member at least partially enclosing the spring member. In some embodiments, the cushion cover member is structured to be removable attached to the resilient spring member.

Abstract: A portable adjustable chair is disclosed comprising a seating area for receiving a person having a front portion and a back portion. A front support connected to the front portion of the seating area for supporting the front portion of the seating area is also provided and a back support connected to the back portion of the seating area for supporting the back portion of the seating area. The chair also has a fulcrum member allowing movement of the back support and removing support for the back portion of the seating area provided by the back support while allowing the front support to support the front portion of the seating area and a support member connected to the seating area to support the back portion of the seating area when the back support is not supporting the back portion of the seating area.

Abstract: A modular mattress foundation comprises multiple sections which may be secured together quickly and easily so that the mattress foundation may be easily broken down into pieces for storage or transportation. Each section has a ladder-like shape. In one embodiment, each side section is generally L-shaped having curved members. A middle ladder extends parallel the sides and may be secured to the outer frame in any known manner. Deck members extend transversely and pass through the middle ladder.

Abstract: A foldable mattress support includes a headboard, a central hinge portion and first and second portions of a bedboard frame. The first and second portions are pivotally attached to the central hinge. A longer first strut is pivotally attached at a first location to a side bar of the first portion and at a third location to a post of the headboard. A shorter second strut is pivotally attached at a second location to the side bar and at a fourth location to the post. The second location is closer to the head end of the first portion than is the first location, and the fourth location is closer to the top of the post than is the third location. The struts rotate the headboard from an unfolded state that is perpendicular to the first portion down to being parallel and adjacent to the first portion in a collapsed state.

Abstract: A resilient unit is shown generally at 10, and comprises a structural portion (12) and a support portion (14). The structural portion is formed by rows of large pocketed metallic coil springs (16). In particular two rows of slightly longer pocketed springs (16a) form the side walls (S) of the structural portion, whilst an array of slightly shorter ones (16b) form a base (B) of the structural portion. The support portion (14) is formed of a pocketed spring unit (18) comprising a plurality of metal coil springs individually encased in pockets formed by layers of thermally weldable, non-woven material that are joined together at locations between the springs. The raised side walls (S) formed by the rows of tall springs (16a) form a recess within which the pocketed spring unit (18) rests on the springs of the base (B). No adhesive is used in the resilient unit (10). The tall springs are formed in rows by welding layers of the pocket material together along seams that run axially beside the springs.

Abstract: Systems and methods of personalizing pressure settings in a mattress assembly are provided. The systems include a mattress assembly having an air bladder, a relief valve for deflating the air bladder, a pump for inflating the air bladder, a pressure sensor for providing pressure change data, and a controller for controlling the inflation and the deflation of the air bladder, in the methods, the air bladder is inflated to an initial pressure and a particular user is positioned on the mattress assembly. Pressure change data for the air bladder is then collected and is used to determine a minimum personalized pressure for the air bladder for the particular user.

Abstract: An airbed system, connectable to an air mattress chamber of an air mattress, includes: a pressure sensor, configured to obtain pressure measurements corresponding to the air mattress chamber; and a control unit, configured to operate a pump and valves of the airbed system to inflate and deflate the air mattress chamber, and to determine first and second constants corresponding to inflation of the air mattress chamber and third and fourth constants corresponding to deflation of the air mattress chamber.

Abstract: A foam mattress in which a layer of latex or latex-like foam placed above a layer of memory foam is described. This construction of the mattress provides the contouring pressure relief that a visco-elastic foam provides with a top surface with quick recovery (a latex-like “bounce”) that prevents people from getting “stuck” in the visco-elastic foam and improves the springiness of the mattress. The mattress may also include straps and cinches to aid in transportation of the mattress. The mattress may also include removable covers that aid in keeping the mattress clean.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a cushion, which includes: a cushion core adopting blasted sponge, the blasted sponge is 20 g/cm3 to 35 g/cm3 in density and 10 ppi to 60 ppi in pore diameter; and an outer cover layer wrapping the outer layer of the cushion core; and the outer cover layer adopts a fiber material which is of a reticular structure. The novel cushion designed by the present invention, which adopts the blasted sponge structure that is 20 g/cm3 to 35 g/cm3 in density and 10 ppi to 60 ppi in pore diameter, is convenient to wash directly with water and has super air permeability.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a hook-on chair comprising a seat, a lower clamping arm, a height adjustment mechanism and a height fine-adjustment mechanism. The seat comprises a seat body, which is provided with an upper clamping arm and a vertical support tube. The lower clamping arm is arranged on the vertical support tube and vertically moves along the same. A lower clamping unit is arranged on the front portion of the lower clamping arm and below the upper clamping arm. The height adjustment mechanism comprises an adjustment part arranged in the vertical support tube, and a first locking device used for locking the lower clamping arm on the adjustment part. The height fine-adjustment mechanism is arranged on the lower portion of the vertical support tube, and used for driving the adjustment part to vertically move in the vertical support tube and adjust the height of the lower clamping arm.

Abstract: An infant accommodation apparatus comprising an inflatable support device and a frame which abuts and extends over the device and includes toys arranged to stimulate an infant accommodated within an accommodation region of the device. The device maybe inverted to reveal a second infant accommodation region which is arranged to provide a safe and secure environment for a baby from birth. A region includes a padded headrest and a body support region. A harness is provided and arranged to receive a baby's legs. In use, a baby can be placed on a region, with its head resting in a region of a headrest and safely secured in position by engagement with the harness.

Abstract: An apparatus and system for dispensing large amounts of cylindrical food containers or cans. The apparatus includes at least two support frames joined together through a series of connector pieces. Additional support frames may be added to the apparatus to create a modular system of dispensers that are customizable according to user discretion. The apparatus and system may be disposed directly on the traverses of a shelving unit so that large number of can dispensers may be accommodated within a relatively small volume or storage space. Each can dispenser may accommodate multiple cans which are orientated so that as each can is removed from the dispenser, a subsequent can will roll forward and take its place.

Abstract: A product management display system for merchandising product on a shelf includes a divider secured to a support structure and a barrier that is moveable by rotation between a folded position and an upright position without a rotation biasing element. A product positioned in the system can contact the barrier when the product moves toward the forward end of the system and rotate the barrier from the folded position to the upright position. The system may include a rotational mounting structure to which the moveable barrier is connected. The rotational mounting structure may be removably connected to the forward end of the divider. The merchandise display system may be used in conjunction with a product tray which provides for product stored in the product tray to be slid from in the product tray into the product pocket of the merchandise display system.

Abstract: An article divider assembly is provided with a support bracket adapted to be mounted to a retail display. A divider member extends from the support bracket and is sized to extend between a pair of articles at an upper region of the pair of articles to divide the articles without blocking an outward face of the articles. The divider member comprises a proximal end mounted to the support bracket and a distal end extending away from the support bracket. A display bracket is mounted to the distal end of the divider member.

Abstract: The disclosed herein is a picture frame for holding and displaying content. In one embodiment, the present invention is an arrangement for displaying 3D photos and/or artwork on an outer face of the frame. The arrangement comprises of a photo and/or an artwork with an attaching mechanism and a photo frame having a plurality of sides and/or theme. The attaching mechanism the photo frame uses magnet, the frame comprises of a front face, rear face, and a surface for attaching the photos and/or artwork to the frame, further the frame is composed of cold-rolled steel or other metallic magnetic material.

Abstract: A cooling pillow generates a gust of cooled air when compressed. A solid, resilient, compressible foam block forms a core of the cooling pillow. A phase change material layer adhered to a surface of the foam block. Holes can be formed in the foam block to enhance the feel of the pillow and to improve the speed at which air is displaced when the cooling pillow is compressed. A pillow protector encloses of lightweight breathable material encloses the foam block. The pillow protector prevents the foam block and cooling layer from being abraded during insertion and removal from a pillow case. The pillow case encloses the pillow protector, which in tour holds the foam block and cooling layer. The pillow case has a breathable surface. The breathable surface is oriented to overly the cooling layer. A performance material can be used to form the breathable surface. To use the cooling pillow, the cooling pillow is oriented with the cooling layer and the breathable surface facing upward.

Abstract: The cervical spine assistive device is a supporting pad providing relaxation and rehabilitation to cervical spine. The cervical spine assistive device includes a semi-cylindrical base member having a saddle-shaped middle section conforming to the curvature of the cervical spine. A number of semi-spherical bulges are arranged on the middle section. The heights of the bulges gradually decrease from around the user's shoulder to the user's head so as to ensure contact and support from the neck to the head, achieving enhanced relaxation and rehabilitation.

Abstract: An irregular aluminum cup sequentially comprises from bottom to mouth: a cylinder cup bottom (1), a cup body with printing patterns on an exterior surface thereof and having one or more concave body parts (2) and one or more convex body parts (3), with the concave body parts and convex body parts alternately arranged; and a cup mouth (4) having an edge (5) curled outwardly and towards the cup body arranged at the top of the mouth; the cup bottom, the cup body and the cup mouth are of an integral structure. A method is provided for manufacturing the above irregular aluminum cup. The irregular aluminum cup can have various shapes and maintain the design printing.

Abstract: A fitting for affixing to a mouth of a receiving container comprises a tubular body having a top end, a bottom end and a side wall extending between the top and bottom ends and having an inner surface and an outer surface. A partition is integrally formed on the inner surface between the top end and the bottom end. The partition divides the body into an open top region and an open bottom region. The inner surface of the open top region has a top threading and the inner surface of the open bottom region has a bottom threading. The partition further includes an aperture therein adapted to permit passage of a standard size, disposable straw therethrough from the open top region to the open bottom region.

Abstract: A tumbler cover designed to work in conjunction with a tumbler lid to the cover prevents debris and insects from flying or crawling onto the lid, makes the lid more spill resistant, and increases thermal efficiency of the tumbler, said cover being made of metallic of non-metallic material and attached to the lid with a connection means or a plurality of magnets.

Abstract: A portable multi-purpose cutlery kit to assist a user is disclosed. The cutlery kit comprises a pair of chopsticks and a spoon member fixedly attached to a support section, wherein the support section is configured to releasably engage one or more fingers of a user to use the cutlery kit simultaneously. The pair of chopsticks are configured to conformingly fit a thumb and an index finger of the user and spoon member is made to conformingly fit a middle finger of the user. The cutlery kit further comprises a plurality of holes on the chopsticks and the spoon configured to receive water for cleaning the kit.

Abstract: A rigid food pouch container developed to accommodate prepared food packaged in soft containers is designed to prevent a child from squeezing the container and causing its contents to spurt from the container. The food pouch container includes a back portion having an interior cavity; a front portion; a top hole; and a surface dividing the back portion into an upper cavity and a lower cavity. In some embodiments, the lower cavity is inside the back portion, while in other embodiments, the lower cavity is an exterior cavity. Also disclosed are food pouch containers that include a back portion having an interior cavity; a front portion; a top hole; means for contouring the food pouch from the bottom or side of the pouch. Some embodiments include a hinged clam shell configuration for easy insertion and removal of the food pouch. Other embodiments include a storage facility for the pouch cap.

Abstract: A juice extraction module for a juicer is provided, which includes a container formed with a juice discharge port, a sieve positioned inside of the container, a screw positioned inside of the sieve to extract juice from a material, and a lid coupled to a top end of the container and formed with a input port through which the material is input. The juice extraction module includes a crushing portion formed on a top end of the screw to be narrowed upward, the crushing portion having a crushing blade formed thereon; and a crushing processing portion connected to the input port and formed in a bottom of the lid to be concave for accommodating the crushing portion.

Abstract: A conveyor belt system provides a continuous flat support surface for a food item that moves the food item through a food preparation device. The conveyor belt system includes a conveyor belt having a plurality of spaced apart rods and a plurality of slats that are removably attached to the conveyor belt with a snap on mechanism. The slats also include a lateral connection mechanism for lateral removable attachment to an adjacent slat. The slats are easily assembled and provide enhanced field service and/or replacement capability.

Abstract: Disclosed is a food preparation apparatus (100) comprising a food preparation compartment (101); a dielectric sensor (120) in said food preparation compartment, a data storage device (130) storing food seasoning data as a function of a dielectric constant of the food product, said food seasoning data relating to a plurality of condiments to be added to the food product; and a processor arrangement (110) coupled to said dielectric sensor.

Abstract: A pressure cooking device (10, 100) for cooking food materials (80), comprising: a sealed cooking chamber (20) arranged to accommodate food materials (80); a steam supplying unit (30, 130) arranged to supply steam to the sealed cooking chamber (20); and a steam channel (40) arranged to interconnect the steam supplying unit (30, 130) and the sealed cooking chamber (20); wherein the pressure cooking device (10, 100) further comprises a control unit (11) adapted to control the cooking process based on the liquid water content and/or the humidity in the sealed cooking chamber (20). By virtue of this invention, the liquid water content and/or the humidity in the sealed cooking chamber (20) could be adjusted conveniently.

Abstract: A diffuser for beverages has a container, a cover, a diffuser body and a diffuser cover. The container has a bottom portion and a circular sidewall to form a containment space with a main opening. The cover has an assembly opening, and the cover is removably attached onto the container and covering the main opening. The assembly opening of the cover is provided with a flange, the flange divides the assembly opening into an upper portion and lower a portion, and at least two channels disposed on each side of the flange connecting the upper and lower portions. Furthermore, the diffuser body comprises a first cup body and a second cup body. The diffuser body is further provided with through apertures and filters, and at least two support wings protruding from an outer edge of the diffuser body and aligned with the channel of the cover.

Abstract: A disc-shaped stirring element (100A) includes at least one projecting portion (102) at a position on a lower surface (103a) separated from a rotation center, the projecting portion (102) projecting toward a bottom surface (51a) of a stirring container (51), and an upper surface (103b) of the stirring element (100A) is planar.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling operation of a beverage forming machine arranged for use with cartridges of different types, or receiving an upwardly flowing beverage from a cartridge. A beverage outlet may be movable to receive beverage from a cartridge of a first type, and to not receive beverage from a cartridge of a second type. Different cartridge characteristics may be detected by multiple detectors, e.g., for detecting a presence/absence of a cartridge, a cartridge type and/or an authorization feature.

Abstract: A coffee machine with a leak preventing device includes a main body, a first lid body, a brewing chamber, a water tank and a heating device, the brewing chamber. The water tank and the heating device are provided in the main body. The main body is provided with a main body opening, and the first lid body is used for covering the main body opening. The coffee machine further comprises a flow guiding device. The flow guiding device comprises a first flow guiding channel, a first end of the first flow guiding channel being connected to the heating device, the brewing chamber being provided with a brewing chamber through hole corresponding to a second end of the first flow guiding channel, the second end of the first flow guiding channel being inserted into the brewing chamber through the brewing chamber through hole. A working method is also provided.

Abstract: A food processing system presents a recipient configured for receiving food ingredients and a lid presenting upwards and downwards sides configured to engage with the perimeter of the recipient thereby at least partially closing the recipient, and a driving arrangement confined within a casing and adapted to drive a tool support arranged inside of the recipient, whereby the lid presents a single lid opening advantageously presenting a generally circular form and disposed, e.g., centrally relative to the lid, whereby the upwards side of the lid presents a first surface extending on a generally outer region of the lid and further presents a second surface extending around the opening and developing at a lower level in respect of the first surface, and whereby the lid further presents a flow guiding unit arranged next to the lid opening and adapted to provide a streamlined flow of a fluid poured into the second surface into the recipient when the lid is placed thereupon.

Abstract: The present application discloses an automated cooking apparatus comprising: a cookware configured to hold food or food ingredients; a stirring motion mechanism configured to produce a motion in the cookware as to stir, mix or distribute the food or food ingredients held in the cookware; and a lid mechanism. The lid mechanism comprises a blocking device and a motion mechanism configured to move the blocking device relative to a support component of the stirring motion mechanism. If the blocking device is at a certain position relative to the support component of the stirring motion mechanism and when the cookware is moved by the stirring motion mechanism, the blocking device is configured to help trap the food or food ingredients held in the cookware. Our stirring motion mechanism produces rather complex movements in the cookware.