Abstract: An applicator head for a fluid material comprising a neck part having a flow conduit for the flow of the fluid material and an outlet part comprising a slideable sleeve externally mounted on the neck part, the neck part incorporating a closure part engages with the outlet opening to close it, and the outlet part has an external applicator surface adapted to apply the fluid material to a user's skin and the outlet opening is an opening through the applicator surface.

Abstract: A foldaway mirror assembly has a support; an arm pivotally connected to the support, a mirror member pivotally connected to the arm, the arm having two portions that are rotatably connected so that the mirror member can be rotated and pivoted, first and second pivot connections connecting the respective support and mirror members to the arm and each comprising a click-stop mechanism for establishing a plurality of firm but movable pivot positions for the arm on the support and for the mirror member on the arm, a non-magnifying mirror on one side of the mirror member, a magnifying mirror on an opposite side of the mirror member, at least one light source mounted to the mirror member for illuminating the mirrors and a power supply in the support and electrically connected to the light source for powering the light source.

Abstract: A computer-controlled system determines attributes of a frexel, an area of human skin, and applies a modifying agent (RMA) at the pixel level, typically to make the skin appear more youthful and so more attractive. The system scans the frexel, identifies unattractive attributes, and applies the RMA, typically with an inkjet printer. The identified attributes relate to reflectance and may refer to features such as irregular-looking light and dark spots, age-spots, scars, and bruises. Identified attributes may also relate to the surface topology of the skin, for more precisely enhancing surface irregularities such as bumps and wrinkles. Feature mapping may be used, for example to make cheeks appear pinker and cheekbones more prominent. The RMA can be applied in agreement with identified patterns, such as adding red to a red frexel, or in opposition, such as adding green or blue to a red frexel, according to idealized models of attractiveness.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a hammock made of a flexible piece of material whose ends can be gathered into endpoints where the suspension system is attached so that the hammock can be suspended between two points (trees/posts/etc). The hammock is covered with a flexible material (such as mosquito netting/fabric/etc) so that the hammock is enclosed. On one or both sides of the hammock an adapter panel is attached between the canopy and the hammock body.

Abstract: A hanging chair that includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, and a plurality of upright supports. The upper frame member is connectable to an external support structure and having a top plate and a bottom plate. The lower frame member has a top plate and a bottom plate. Each upright support having a first end and a second end. The first end of each upright support is connected to the upper frame member between the top plate and the bottom plate of the upper frame member. The second end of each upright support is connected to the lower frame member between the top plate and the bottom plate of the lower frame member. The plurality of upright supports are pivotally moveable between a collapsed position, where the plurality of upright supports are pivoted toward one another, and an expanded position.

Abstract: A pencil sharpener holder attachment includes a plate having opposite front and rear sides and a continuous peripheral edge portion thereabout for attaching to an item worn by a user, a pencil sharpener holder body having front and rear housing portions at respective front and rear sides of the plate defining front and rear chambers open at rear and front sides of front and rear housing portions in communication with a central opening through the plate, and complementary interfitting structures interengaged with one another so as to attach the front and rear housing portions on respective front and rear sides of the plate such that the front and rear chambers form an elongated compartment storing a pencil sharpener extending through the central opening into both the front and rear chambers such that a pencil insertion orifice in the pencil sharpener aligns with an aperture in the front housing portion.

Abstract: A holster strap that allows for the attachment of a variety of holster types (thread-on, clip-on, paddle, as well as left and right holsters) to a backpack waist belt. The holster strap allows quick access and removal of a holster and includes a base and a strap. The base may be secured to the backpack waist belt and the strap secures the holster to the base. The strap may be stretchable and durable such that it may hold various size holsters with a heavy firearm, camera, or another item. The holster strap allows a holster to be quickly removed from a backpack waist belt and transferred to a belt when the backpack is removed.

Abstract: A retaining apparatus includes a body having retainers for securing a plurality of tools thereto. A first and second hanger each has a first and second end. The hanger first ends each include an attachment member securable to a wearer. The hanger second ends each are secured to the body. The first hanger is spaced from the second hanger along a longitudinal extent of the body. A leg strap is secured to the body, and the leg strap includes a fastening device to allow the leg strap to be opened and closed and secured around the thigh of a wearer.

Abstract: A holster system for hair-cutting shears includes a holder and a wearable portion. The holder includes a pocket that can receive hair-cutting shears and a shears-holding portion. The shears holding portion can hold the hair cutting shears on an exterior surface of the holder. The shears-holding portion may include a magnet.

Abstract: An oral care implement having a handle and a head. The head may include a support structure formed of a rigid material and a monolithic cleaning block formed of a thermoplastic elastomer. The support structure may have a front surface and a recess formed therein, the recess extending partially through the support structure and terminating in a floor. The monolithic cleaning block may include an anchor portion disposed within the recess of the support structure, a base portion having a bottom surface overlying at least a portion of the front surface of the support structure, and a plurality of cleaning elements extending from a top surface of the base portion.

Abstract: The broom and dustpan comprises a broom with a detachable dustpan. The dustpan pivots at the point where the pan couples to the dustpan handle. The dustpan provides a long handle that clips to the broom handle. The combination of a pivoting head and a long handle allows the dustpan to be used by a person standing upright. The dustpan provide a scouring surface around the front outside edge of the pan. The broom provides an auxiliary cover that can be used for storage wipes. The broom provides insertion points for a cloth that may cover the broom bristles to convert the broom into a dust mop.

Abstract: A chiller for an aircraft galley beverage cart compartment is disclosed wherein a liquid cooled chiller is located in the cart compartment vertically oriented against a back wall. The chiller engages the carts and circulates chilled air efficiently with a reduced footprint, allowing the depth of the cart compartment to be reduced. The unit includes a proportioning valve to control the amount of fluid through the heat exchanger and a distribution block on the post-cooling side to efficiently route the spent refrigerant.

Abstract: A customizable organizational and internal communications system comprises several interconnected modules, wherein the modules therein can be firmly interlocked and easily interchanged. The organizational system comprises multiple rectangular modules having longitudinal channels at all corners, each module being formed by four rectangular panels having alternating rectangular crenellations and rectangular recesses which are inversely configured on two opposite edges; multiple interlocking pins having a shape which is fitted into hollow space defined by the corner channels of adjacent modules so as to keep them from moving apart; and an optional rectangular box frame surrounding the assembly of multiple rectangular modules. Accessory panels having various functions, such as calendar, key holder, can be inserted in each module to provide for desired functionality customized by the end user.

Abstract: In a wall-mounted storage system comprising standard components, from which to assemble and install, and improved drawer. The drawer has having a drawer frame with two side rails, a back, and a front, metal bracket extending between and connecting each of the two side rails, defining an opening into which an open topped container may be inserted and supported by the frame. The drawer has a drawer front having a finished outer-facing surface and an inside surface for attaching to the metal bracket, the inside surface having formed thereon a recess extending from a top edge of the drawer front to at least the top edge of the metal bracket.

Abstract: A foot for molded plastic furniture has a pad portion made of a first plastic or thermoplastic rubber and an anchor portion made of a second harder plastic or metal. The anchor has a base with a substantially flat surface that is bonded to a substantially flat top surface of the pad. Preferably the anchor portion and pad portion are co-extruded. A projection having at least one rib extends from the base of the anchor and is inserted into a cavity in a furniture leg creating a reliable mechanical fit which resists removal of the foot from the leg.

Abstract: A novel, flexible substrate assembly including a flexible substrate member having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a plurality of rigid or semi-rigid ribs associated with at least one of the inner and outer surfaces of the flexible substrate member. A chair assembly including a seat member, a back support member with an optional headrest, an optional left arm, an optional right arm, a floor-engaging base member which may form part of a frame assembly, a left side, a right side, a front side, and a back side, and a novel, flexible substrate assembly, wherein the novel flexible substrate assembly comprises a flexible substrate member having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a plurality of rigid or semi-rigid ribs associated with at least one of the inner and outer surfaces of the flexible substrate member.

Abstract: A body support structure includes a frame and a membrane attached to the frame. The membrane includes elastomeric filaments. The membrane has a first region with a first stiffness and a second region with a second stiffness. The second stiffness is greater than the first stiffness. The membrane may form a part of a seat or a backrest.

Abstract: A backrest for an office chair. The backrest has a support structure on which a backrest shell element can be fastened. The support structure is formed with two braces that which are interconnected at upper and lower end regions and that are spaced from each other between the upper and lower end regions. At least sections of the braces are movable relative to one another.

Abstract: A dual-purpose pole chair and torso support apparatus including a seat portion, a rectangular base plate having four feet, and an elongated pole extending from the seat portion having a proximal end and an oppositely disposed distal end. The seat portion is connected to the proximal end of the pole, while the rectangular base plate is connected to the distal end of the pole. Both the seat portion and the rectangular base plate are connected to the pole via a quick release fastener system.

Abstract: A bedside electronics caddy comprises a substantially vertical body, or trunk, juxtaposed to the side of the bed and coupled thereto a mounting head. Disposed on the vertical body opposite the bed, a resilient mandible extends upwardly from the bottom edge of the trunk to an outwardly curled lip, thereby forming an upwardly open pocket for holding an object such as a mobile electronic device. In one embodiment, the mounting head comprises a resilient hook which clamps onto the top of a bedside rail supporting the bed. In an alternate embodiment, the mounting head comprises a spur which inserts between the bed mattress and box spring, thereby cooperating with beds which have no side rails. In both alternate embodiments, an optional magnetic field generator mounted within the trunk may excite a charging coil within the chassis of the mobile electronic device for recharging the device.

Abstract: A bedding product, such as a mattress, mattress topper, or pillow, includes a flexible gel panel having a gel layer with a top surface and a bottom surface, a flexible top layer overlying the top surface of the gel layer, and a flexible bottom layer overlying the bottom surface of the gel layer. The bedding product has a major surface and the flexible gel panel is integrated into the bedding product so that the flexible top layer of the flexible gel panel is juxtaposed with the major surface of the bedding product. The flexible gel panel removes body heat during use.

Abstract: A portable multi-functional infant chair and auto adjustment mounting system can be seen as the primary form of the invention. A lightweight adaptable baby chair and support frame having a pair of linked interlocking electro-mechanical adjustment C-clamps. The adjustable C-clamps have self-contained internal electrical activation mechanical clamp plungers for adjustably engaging a stationary support surface securely clamping the baby chair assembly thereto. Confirmation and warning alert system including mobile telemetric network application indicates the clamping and chair position relationship status on the fixed support surface by sensor directed multiple indicators in real time. An internal rechargeable power source is provided to accommodate mobile use parameters. A collapsible independent infant chair stand for independent support of the infant chair and a combination backpack wheel transport for storage of the infant chair and infant chair stand.

Abstract: An immobilization apparatus that includes a base configured to support an infant laying the supine position; one or more straps affixed to the base; a locking mechanism for connecting the one or more straps across an infant's torso; and a fastener means for connecting strap segments to releasably secure an infant's extremities.

Abstract: A convertible children's walker device includes a seated walker portion and a standing walker portion. The standing walker portion is detachably mounted to the seated walker portion in a first seated-support mode wherein the standing walker portion is used in combination with the seated walker portion, and the standing walker portion is detached from the seated walker portion in a standing-support mode of use independent of the seated walker portion.

Abstract: An improved infant support structure is disclosed herein. The swing contains a frame, a motor compartment, a hanger arm, and a seat. The frame is configured to suspend the motor compartment, the hanger arm, and the seat above the support surface. The hanger arm extends downwardly from the motor compartment, and is capable of a first type of motion and a second type of motion. The first type of motion may cause the hanger arm and seat to rotate about a vertical axis. The second type of motion may cause the hanger arm and seat to sway or swing along a substantially circular curvilinear arc within a horizontal plane. The motor compartment may cause the hanger arm and seat to simultaneously perform the first and second types of motion.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a children's bouncer controlled by a bouncer control device configured to detect the natural frequency of the children's bouncer utilizing a motion sensing apparatus, such as a Hall effect sensor, and maintain oscillation of the children's bouncer via a magnetic drive mechanism. The magnetic drive mechanism may include a sliding mobile member driven by an electromagnet in order to impart a motive force to the children's bouncer.

Abstract: A system and method for displaying and dispensing items of merchandise placed in a row suspended from a cantilevered support mounts a track above the support, and couples a slide with the track for sliding movement along the track. An arm is carried by the slide and extends downwardly for engaging the row of items. A grip on the slide enables a purchaser or the merchant to grasp and manually move the slide and the arm from a rearward position, wherein the arm is located behind the row of items, toward a forward position so as to engage and move the row of items toward a forward point-of-purchase, thereby placing a forward-most item at the point-of-purchase. Upon release of the grip, a return spring returns the slide and the arm to the rearward position.

Abstract: A product merchandising system includes a housing having a top surface, two side surfaces spaced apart from one another defining a width-direction of the housing, and a front surface and rear surface spaced apart from one another defining a depth-direction of the housing. The system includes a product support system configured to support rows of products along a width of the housing, each row disposed at a position along the depth of the housing, the first row being towards the front surface of the housing. A cooling system includes a cooling system including a cooling heat exchanger generating an airflow, a deflector configured to direct the airflow through the cooling heat exchanger and towards a bottom of the housing, and a nozzle below the deflector and configured to direct the airflow towards a bottom of the housing through an outlet aperture and between a first two rows of products.

Abstract: A display showcase includes a base, fixed side walls supported by the base, at least one openable side wall, an upper horizontal beam mounted at the openable side wall, an upper ceiling mounted on the fixed side walls and on the beam, and a beam, a longitudinal tubular element, two head groups abutted at opposite ends of the tubular element, a tie rod longitudinally extended in the tubular element in a lower region thereof, coupled to the two head groups and taut therebetween.

Abstract: Interlocking panels are assembled to form modules, and the modules are assembled to form a modular display case, for displaying, transporting and storing objects such as models, display items or valuable collectibles. The interlocking panels include interlocking side edge ball key tab including a resilient, compressible ball key, and ports for removably receiving the ball key tab and ball key.

Abstract: Merchandise displays including headboards that self-deploy under the action of a shape memory alloy actuator, display systems incorporating them, and methods of merchandising and displaying merchandise employing self-deploying displays.

Abstract: A floor display system comprising a base portion including a front wall having opposing first and second vertical edges, and first and second side walls extending from the vertical edges in generally perpendicular relation to the front wall. At least one side wall slot is formed in each of the first and second side walls and connected to respective front wall slot portions formed in the front wall. At least one tray is provided including a tray body connected to at least one mounting flap portion positioned in each of the side wall slots in the first and second side walls and extending into the corresponding front wall slot portions for supporting the tray body to the base portion.

Abstract: A spill containment assembly for containing fluids, such as battery acid, leaked or spilled from one or more devices stored on a storage rack and thereby prevent contamination of surrounding areas. The spill containment assembly includes a series of wall segments coupled together and a series of adjustable clips for coupling the wall segments to the storage rack. The series of wall segments together define a perimeter of a spill containment chamber for containing the fluids leaked from the one or more devices.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for a semi-circular bracket for holding plants or the like having a plurality of receptacles for receiving the stems of a plurality of radially extending arms or the like wherein the plant bracket has a base with planar portions thereon for use in mounting the bracket either on a wall or about a central pole by using a separate mounting plate. The semi-circular bracket has a plurality of receptacles therein configured for use with set screws to hold the ends of the arms in the receptacle so that the limbs cannot fall out of the receptacles.

Abstract: A bedsheet with a bottom sheet attached to a top sheet by a foot panel and elastic panel combination.

Abstract: A lid structure is arranged for detachably coupled at a container body to enclose a container cavity thereof, wherein the lid structure includes a container lid and a protective component. The container lid has a drinking hole and an expansion membrane for creating a negative pressure within the container body when the container lid is sealed at the container body. The protective member has a fixed end extended from the container lid and a sealed end detachably engaged with the drinking hole to seal the drinking hole for prevent liquid spilling from the container cavity.

Abstract: There is provided a box-like container (1) for the storing and transporting of a food product, comprising a prismatic shaped main body (10) including a first wall (11) for the closing of a first end of the container (1), a second wall (12) for the closing of a second end of the container (1), and a peripheral wall (13), the container is characterized in that it further comprises opening means (20) arranged on the entire surface of said peripheral wall (13).

Abstract: The invention relates to an eating utensil which combines the capabilities of a fork, characterized by function for spearing the food and of a knife characterized by function for cutting the food and can be used by handicapped and people with decreased functional ability of one of their upper limbs. The eating utensil consists of a handle (1) and a head (5) with formed static spearing tines (9) and mounted rotating cutting tines (8?) and (8?). The handle (1) has a cavity in which a semi-automatic reciprocal spring mechanism (2) is inbuilt. In outer circumferential surface of the handle (1) are formed slots (1?) and sliders with ergonomic shape are placed in them for right (3?) or for left (3?) handed use.

Abstract: A garment removal apparatus and method of using the apparatus to remove a garment from the upper body. The garment removal apparatus may include one or more cables and one or more clips attached depending from an attachment mechanism. With one or more clips secured to the upper body garment, the user moves away from attachment mechanism and may progressively remove the garment from the user.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a smart mailbox includes a main body, a sensor module, a camera module, a transmission module and a biometric sensor module. The main body includes an enclosed space for storing mails and an opening for inserting mails into the enclosed space. The sensor module is configured to detect presence of one or more mails in the enclosed space. The camera module is configured to capture one or more images of at least a part of the one or more mails. The transmission module is configured to send a notification of presence of the one or more mails and the one or more images to a user device associated with a user. The biometric sensor module is disposed on the main body and is configured to authenticate identity of the user accessing the mailbox to retrieve the one or more mails from the enclosed space of the mailbox.

Abstract: A cookware assembly includes a first vessel, a second vessel positioned removably on the first vessel, a rack, capable of supporting food thereon for cooking, positioned removably on the second vessel, and a handle mounted to the first vessel for movement between an open position detached from the rack and a closed position attached to the rack. The first vessel, the second vessel, and the rack are separable from one another, when the handle is in the open position. The first vessel, the second vessel, and the rack are inseparable, when the handle is in the closed position.

Abstract: A pressure cooker comprises a handle, a body, an outer lid being pivotally mounted on the body, an inner vessel with flange extending radially, an inner lid that is configured to cover the inner vessel, a rotatable rim protrusions that selectively engages with the flange of the inner vessel. The pressure cooker that utilizes an one-hand opening and locking mechanism that simultaneously locks the outer lid with the main body and locks the inner lid with the inner vessel. The locking of the outer lid is achieved by a clasp assembly, whose position is controlled by the handle. The locking of the outer lid is achieved by the pairing of the flange and the rim protrusions, whose position is also controlled by the handle. The pressure cooker also comprises a pressure rod that changes its level based on the pressure of the inner vessel.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method of ejecting or removing a beverage pod or capsule from a brewer or other beverage dispensing machine, utilizes the release of a predetermined quantity of stored energy triggered or commenced by an operator action, to automatically rapidly move an element holding the pod or capsule from a brewing or beverage preparing area in a predetermined manner to eject the pod or capsule, then return the element absent the pod or capsule to the brewing or beverage preparing area by a suitable action, thereby eliminating variances in the disposal resulting from inconsistent operator action, and the cost and complexity of motor driven apparatus for performing the disposal and/or return actions.

Abstract: A method for grinding coffee beans in a coffee machine is described. The method the steps of: arranging a first grinding wheel (55) and a second grinding wheel (57) in a seat (53), the grinding wheels forming a grinding volume there between and rotating one with respect to the other; introducing coffee beans into said grinding volume and grinding the coffee beans by rotating the grinding wheels one with respect to the other. Rotation of the grinding wheels is continued after grinding of the coffee beans, thus removing ground coffee therefrom by centrifugal force.

Abstract: A cold coffee brewing device is disclosed. A filter basket is provided that can rest at two positions, a first brewing position and a second draining position, the draining position being located above the liquid being brewed to allow the filter basket to drain without further support. The filter basket rests on a first width in the brewing position and on a second width in the draining position. The first and second width can either be formed in to a container for brewing or an adaptor can be provided to create the first and second width on the container. The filter basket has sections that are adapted to rest on the first and second width respectively.

Abstract: A portable apparatus for cooking foods, in particular meat, comprising a vertically positioned body (12) having a surface, a bottom and a top. The apparatus comprises a bearing (15) applied to the bottom and arranged for allowing to move the apparatus (10), a grill (29) located at the top and arranged to cook horizontally lying foods and a first cover (25) positioned near the bottom and internally to the body, the first cover designed for supporting solid combustible material. The apparatus further comprises bars (31) horizontally linkable or linked, in use, externally to the surface of the body, near the top of the body, and arranged for vertically suspending, by means of cooking hooks, foods to be cooked, and one or more extractable drawers (23), positioned between the bottom and the first cover (25) and aligned to the bars, and arranged for collecting cooking residues leaving the vertically suspended foods.

Abstract: Disposable grill including a base tray having a bottom part and a top opening, the disposable grill further including grate means having a load-carrying structure, where the grate means is adapted to cover at least a part of the top opening, and where the bottom part of the base tray and the load-carrying structure of the grate means are formed by a flammable material.

Abstract: An apparatus and associated methodology that is configured in conjunction with a heat source to toast sliced-sandwich bread. The toaster grill has a cooking surface defining an arcuate protuberant rib sized to be pressed into the sliced portion of the bread to contact substantially the entire rib against the inside portion of the bread. The heat source toasts the inside of the sliced bread to mold a toasted arcuate impression inside the bread. An upstanding edge supports the cooking surface so that when the edge contacts the heat source the cooking surface is spaced away from the heat source.

Abstract: A countertop appliance having a detachable base with rotatable handles for selectively engaging a pan or cooking surface of the appliance. The rotatable handles of the detachable base are rotatable between a locked position in which the pan is secured to the base preventing separation of the pan from the base and a disengaged position where the pan can be lifted off the base. The rotatable handles can also be rotated into a stored position in which the handles are positioned within the detachable base, whereby the detachable base can be placed within the pan to facilitate storage and reduce overall shipping volume.

Abstract: A coffee grinder includes a support base containing a grinding chamber, the base housing an electric motor coupled to a first shaft, to which a second shaft rotatably coupled but which is axially free, the second shaft rotating a movable grinding wheel; a sleeve, within which the second shaft rotates freely but is axially restrained, and which has a threaded lateral surface cooperating with a threaded portion rigidly coupled to the base, the movable grinding wheel being axially constrained to the sleeve; a fixed grinding wheel facing the movable grinding wheel in the interior of the grinding chamber, the fixed grinding wheel being fixedly coupled to the base frame; and a moving system that translates the sleeve axially.