Abstract: In various embodiments, a carrying bag includes a carrying bag body formed by a security panel assembly comprising a cut-resistant fabric or mesh, with a strap channel having at least two spaced-apart reinforced channel openings; and a carrying strap comprising: first and second wire cables; a first flexible material having a first lateral region folded around the first wire cable to enclose the first wire cable and a second lateral region folded around the second wire cable to enclose the second wire cable; and a second flexible material arranged on or over a central region of the first flexible material. Representative embodiments may include a water-resistant pocket coupled to a protected seam and extending to an exterior of the carrying bag body; and a fastener to close the water-resistant pocket external to the carrying bag body.

Abstract: A carrying device with a built-in security system including a security unit 10 having components housed in an integral unit, where the components include a camera 1 with a light sensor 2; a speed sensor 4; a distance sensor 9; a GPS tracker 8; a transponder 7 for sending and accepting digital data; a microcontroller 15, and a rechargeable power supply 5 in electrical communication with the microcontroller 15, the camera 1, the speed sensor 4, the distance sensor 9, the GPS tracker 8 and the transponder 7; to monitor the location and contents of the carrying device and to provide real time feedback to the user.

Abstract: A luggage system employing a telescopically-extendable handle and rechargeable battery power supplying assembly. The assembly includes a pair of spaced-apart stationary guide tubes for supporting a pair of telescopically-extendable rods joined to a handle structure. A base housing component is mounted in an aperture formed in the rear housing portion, and has a top surface. A battery module casing is mounted to and beneath the base housing component, and disposed substantially in the same plane as and between the pair of spaced-apart guide tubes. A rechargeable DC battery power module is contained in the battery module casing, and provides a DC battery recharging port and a set of DC power supplying ports. A semi-automatic battery power module ejection mechanism is mounted within a battery module casing mounted beneath the telescopically-extendible handle and battery power supplying assembly.

Abstract: A haircare appliance includes a handle having a fluid inlet at one end and a power cable, wherein the fluid inlet is formed at least partially around the power cable and the fluid inlet comprises a filter grille, wherein the filter grille is formed from two parts. The filter grille may extend at least partially along the length of the handle. The handle and the filter grille may be cylindrical. The two parts of the filter grille may join together to produce an assembled grille. The assembled grille may be removable from the handle of the appliance. The assembled grille may be retained around the power cable when the assembled grilled is removed from the handle of the appliance. The two parts of the filter grille may be united via a lap joint.

Abstract: A combination comb and hair iron device for providing both combing of hair and protection from burning or the scalp or other body parts. The device has an inner comb, and an outer comb. The inner comb and outer comb are slidably and removably mounted to the side of the hair iron by a mounting mechanism. The inner comb may be heated, and provides for additional heated hair treatment. The outer comb is insulated from the inner comb and protects from contact of the scalp with the inner comb or hair iron.

Abstract: A hairstyling device for curling hair includes a housing including a rolling chamber, an insertion slot and an extraction opening arranged on a side end of the housing, and a mandrel which has one end fixed to the housing and a free end arranged near to the extraction opening, and which extends into the rolling chamber. A roller is arranged inside the rolling chamber and configured to roll the strand of hair around the mandrel, during rotation thereof. The device includes a stationary finger arranged at the contour of the extraction opening, the shape of which is configured with respect to the free end of the mandrel in order to block the rotation of the strand of hair around the mandrel without the risk of going beyond the finger during the rotation of the roller, and to promote the demoulding of the curled strand of hair along the mandrel.

Abstract: An apparatus for sequentially and individually heating hair rollers incorporates a turn tray having a plurality of receptacles. The turn tray rotates, and if a roller is disposed in the receptacle, the turn tray will stop at a steam stage area where the roller is subjected to heat and steam. After a predetermined of time selected by the operator, e.g., when the hair roller is sufficiently treated with heat and steam, the roller is removed and applied to a length of hair of the operator. The turn tray will then automatically rotate to place the next successive roller within the steam stage area.

Abstract: [Object] Provided is an automatic hair washing device configured to achieve a hair washing operation like hair washing by human hand. [Solution] An automatic hair washing device includes a washing part 10. The washing part 10 includes: a cover member 11 having a head holding space 11h where a human head is placed; a plurality of contacts 12 each formed of a rod-shaped member and each disposed on an inner face 11a of the cover member 11 in an axially movable manner; and energization means 20 for energizing the contacts 12 toward the head holding space 11h. The washing part 10 is disposed such that the cover member 11 is movable along the human head. The energization means 20 is configured to energize the contacts 12 toward the head holding space 11h such that the contacts 12 being in contact with the human head apply approximately constant forces to the human head even when the contacts 12 are moved.

Abstract: APPARATUS FOR REMOVING HEAD LICE, designed on the basis of a base casing (2) comprising a drier (3) formed from a first electric motor (4) with an air-blowing turbine and a resistance (5), coupled to a first flexible tube (6) which comprises, on the distal end thereof, a detachable applicator head (7) with prongs (8) via which hot air is expelled. It also comprises a suction device (9) formed by a second electric motor (10) with an air suction turbine coupled to a second flexible tube (11) with a detachable suction nozzle (12), a dismountable filter (13), a very fine “nit-removing”-type comb (14), an electronic circuit (18), and at least one temperature sensor (17) which is connected to the electronic circuit (18) and determines the automatic actuation of the power-saving system on the basis of pre-established temperature parameters.

Abstract: Systems and apparatuses to apply a material to a nail are herein disclosed. In one aspect, embodiments of the present disclosure include apparatus having a receiving unit adapted to receive or hold an external device, an applicator unit to apply the material to the nail, and/or a position aiding unit operably coupled to the applicator unit. In operation, the position aiding unit facilitates positioning of the nail relative to the applicator unit and the applicator unit applies the material to the nail. In one embodiment, the apparatus further includes an imaging unit to capture an image of the nail and external device includes a mobile phone.

Abstract: Systems and methods to initiate and perform the painting of an area of interest on a finger are herein disclosed. In one aspect, embodiments of the present disclosure include a method, which may be implemented on a system, of capturing an image of the finger in response to receiving a request to paint the area of interest on the finger and using the image of the finger to ascertain an area of interest of the fingernail to be painted. One embodiment includes, in response to determining that the user is satisfied with the area of interest that has been determined, initiating the painting of the area of interest and/or depicting, in real time, the painting of the area of interest to the user.

Abstract: A facial puff includes a silicon rubber puff body, an external wrapping layer having waterproof, thin and flexible characteristics and wrapped about the silicon rubber puff body using vacuum packaging technology, and a printing design or ornamental sheet carrying a text, markings, drawings and/or patterns and disposed between the silicon rubber puff body and the external wrapping layer.

Abstract: There is provided a cosmetic-fluid dispenser comprising: an elongate main body having a cosmetic-fluid storage space defined therein to contain cosmetic fluid therein, wherein the elongate main body has a chamber body portion; a fluid-communication chamber defined in the chamber body portion in a first direction, wherein the first direction is a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the elongate main body; an actuation mechanism at least partially hollowed and insertable into the fluid-communication chamber, wherein a top thereof protrudes outside the fluid-communication chamber, and a bottom thereof is received in the fluid-communication chamber, and has a bottom inlet hole defined therein; a first vertical elastic hollow member having a lower end disposed on a bottom face of the fluid communication chamber, wherein at least a portion of an upper portion thereof is inserted into the actuation mechanism through the bottom inlet hole; a first fluid communication channel defined in the chamber

Abstract: A cosmetic container including a cap, a base, and a product holder in the base for holding a solid cosmetic product. The product holder includes an outer hollow body with an open upper end and a lower end; and a cantilevered member. At least a portion of the cantilevered member is arranged in an inner side of the outer hollow body and extends from the lower end of the outer hollow body. The cantilevered member further includes a connecting portion, and a hollow holder portion for holding the solid cosmetic product. The solid cosmetic product includes cosmetic or care products such as for example lip balm, cheek rouge or the like.

Abstract: The modular cosmetic pen is an apparatus that compacts a writing instrument and a cosmetic tool together while preserving a streamline and ergonomic structure. The apparatus includes a writing instrument, an adapter, at least one cosmetic tool, and a cover. The writing instrument is preferably a pen; however, the writing instrument may be a variety of applied writing instruments. The writing instrument preferably includes a twist mechanism that extends and retracts a dispensing tip. The dispensing tip preferably expels ink. The adapter connects the at least one cosmetic tool to the writing instrument. The at least one cosmetic tool is connected to the adapter, positioned opposite the writing instrument. The at least one cosmetic tool includes a cosmetic applicator and a cap, and preferably a tube which serves as a reservoir for a cosmetic. The cover is removably attached to the adapter over the at least one cosmetic tool.

Abstract: Fluid applicators and systems having a moving mechanism, for example a slider mechanism, and a flexible shaft having a stationary member, a movable member and a brush member, the brush member attached between the stationary member and the movable member via at least two pivots, the movable member further attached to the moving mechanism.

Abstract: A harness for backpack having an adjustable longitudinal length is disclosed. The harness has a top section and a bottom section slidably engaging one to each other; at least one holding system extending from the top section to the bottom section of the harness for holding the harness on a user's back; and an adjusting element connecting the top and bottom sections and configured for maintaining the longitudinal length of the harness once the longitudinal length is adjusted to a given length adapted to the user's back. A kit for assembling a packsack and methods for adjusting the harness are also disclosed. The harness according to the present invention is easily adjustable and particularly adapted for kids and school packsacks. When the kid is growing in size, the kid can easily adjust the longitudinal length without having to disassemble the harness from the pouch.

Abstract: A rucksack is provided with a first shoulder strap and a second shoulder strap, whereby respective end sections of the shoulder straps are connected with each other by means of a middle piece. The middle piece is continuously slidable along at least one guide element in a vertical direction of the rucksack. The middle piece is attached to a strap with a first free end and a second free end, whereby the free ends are coupled with each other in a way that permits a transfer of a tensile force. The strap is redirected at a first redirecting element and a second redirecting element, which are located opposite each other in the vertical direction of the rucksack.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multifunctional picnic box that includes a box body. The box body as described above has a cover which can be opened. At upper end in the box body as described above, there is at least a group of folding table with corresponding size of box body as described above. In the box body under the folding table as described above, it sets support for placing picnic appliance. It is able to take folding table, some simple cooking utensils in the box.

Abstract: A clip holder for holding a tape measure and other tools having a spring type clip associated therewith including an inner leg portion, an outer leg portion, and a fold formed therebetween, the outer leg portion angling towards the inner leg portion when in its unclamped position, the inner leg portion including a pair of elongated guide members for guiding the spring type clip associated with a particular tool when inserted over the fold, and at least one projection member projecting towards the outer leg portion. The outer leg portion may include at least one opening for at least partially receiving the at least one projection member when the outer leg portion is in its unclamped position, and a flared flange for allowing a user to more easily grasp the clip holder for both inserting onto and removing the clip holder from a pocket or other garment portion.

Abstract: A device for carrying a flexible tub having a first hoop handle and a second hoop handle, the device comprising an elongate member further comprising an upper surface, a lower surface, a first end, and an opposed second end. The first end comprises a first securing means, and wherein the second end comprises a second securing means. The first securing means is adapted to receive the first hoop handle, when in use, and the second securing means is adapted to receive the second hoop handle, when in use.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a hand-operated rotatable toothbrush in which toothbrush bristles are mounted on a toothbrush body and which is rotatable by a hand. The hand-operated rotatable toothbrush includes: a toothbrush body including a toothbrush head configured to have a hollow toothbrush bristle accommodation portion; and a toothbrush bristle body including a toothbrush bristle base configured to have a fastening means M formed along the center of the side surface of the toothbrush bristle base in a circumferential direction. A fastening means configured to engage with the fastening means of the toothbrush bristle base is formed along the center of the side surface of the inside of the toothbrush bristle accommodation portion in a circumferential direction. An elongated groove is formed to extend downward from the toothbrush bristle accommodation portion toward a toothbrush neck in order to ensure a space for the attachment and detachment of toothbrush bristles.

Abstract: A system comprising an implement and dispenser containing a fluid detachably coupled to the implement. In one embodiment, the dispenser has a housing that includes a reservoir containing a fluid and an actuator for dispensing the fluid from the dispenser. The dispenser is at least partially located within the cavity of the handle. The housing of the dispenser has at least one protuberance that protrudes radially beyond an outer surface of the handle thereby forming a ridge that a user can grip to remove the dispenser from the cavity of the handle.

Abstract: A personal hygiene device includes a vibrator housed in a handle. A shaft is coupled to the vibrator and extends from the vibrator to a brush head. The shaft is electrically conducting and includes one or more proximal electrical contacts in electrical contact with an electrical source and one or more distal electrical contacts in electrical contact with one or more electrical elements located in the brush head. The shaft is configured to transfer vibrational energy created by the vibrator to the brush head to vibrate the brush head.

Abstract: A handle assembly has an upper main and lower brush head handles. The main brush handle has upper and lower surfaces. The brush head handle has upper and lower surfaces. The handle assembly has forward and rearward ends. A brush head is formed of a plurality of bristles for brushing teeth. The bristles depending downwardly from the lower surface of the brush head handle adjacent to the forward end. A soft elastomeric pad coupled to the upper surface of the main brush handle and a pair of tongue cleaner extensions are fabricated with projections for wiping clean tongue and tissue. The projections extending upwardly from the upper surface of the main brush handle adjacent to the forward end.

Abstract: A foldable table includes a table top and two leg units. Each leg unit is movable relative to the table top during folding and unfolding of the foldable table.

Abstract: A height adjustable device can comprise: a base; a first scissor linkage assembly coupled to the base and having a first scissor joint; a second scissor linkage assembly coupled to the base and having a second scissor joint; a worksurface coupled to the first and second scissor linkages; a bracket movably coupled to the first scissor linkage and the second scissor linkage and movable relative to the worksurface; and a first energy storage member coupled to the worksurface and connected by at least one tension member to the bracket, wherein the first energy storage member is configured to bias the bracket in a horizontal direction.

Abstract: Methods and systems for configuring a computer peripheral support and organizer apparatus are described. An example method can comprise adjusting a first support assembly to a first position on the bar. The first support assembly can comprise a first fastener mounted on the bar and adjustable for selective positioning along the bar. The first support assembly can comprise a tray attached to the first fastener. The tray can be configured to such that a keyboard, mouse, microphone, or any similar computer peripheral may be placed upon it. Additionally, an example method can comprise adjusting a second support assembly to a position along a bar. The second support assembly can comprise a second fastener mounted on the bar and adjustable for selective positioning along the bar. The second support assembly can comprise a mount configured to mount a display, projector, or any similar computer peripheral to the second fastener.

Abstract: A multi-tiered work arrangement includes stacked horizontal planar surfaces that have footprints that enable stacking of the planar surfaces to provide work surfaces that are easily accessible to a user in both a sitting and a standing position. A first work surface can have a wide end and a narrow end, and a second work surface can have corresponding narrow and wide ends. The wide end of the first planar surface is substantially equivalent in length to the narrow end of the second planar surface such that the work surfaces can be stacked in use, providing two unobstructed work surfaces at different heights.

Abstract: A retention system for securing a portable electronic device to the work surface can include an elongated member. The elongated member can be adapted to couple with a work surface. The retention system can include a device clip. The device clip can be coupled to the elongated member. The device clip can be slidably engaged with the elongated member. The device clip can be adapted to engage with an edge of the portable electronic device located on the work surface.

Abstract: A bathroom management apparatus includes: a cabinet having an front surface; at least one frame configured to be attached to the cabinet; and at least one function module including at least one of a towel care module, a sterilizing module, a secret box module, a refrigerating module, a charging module, and an air conditioning module configured to be installed in the at least one frame, wherein the at least one frame provides a first mounting space, a second mounting space provided beneath the first mounting space, and a third mounting space provided beneath the second mounting space.

Abstract: A toy brick and storage space combination assembly includes a mounting brick that has a plurality of sides including a top side, a bottom side, a front side, rear side, a first lateral side, and a second lateral side. A plurality of male interconnection members is integrally coupled to the top side of the mounting brick and extending away therefrom. A female interconnection member extends into and is integral to the bottom side of the mounting brick. The male and female interconnection members releasably engage bricks from a building brick system and engage male and female interconnection members of other mounting bricks. The front side of the mounting brick is open to define an access to an interior of the mounting brick to facilitate the positioning of articles within the mounting brick. The access is the only opening into the interior.

Abstract: A coupling mechanism adapted for a furniture part and a slide rail includes a coupling base and a cushioning structure. The coupling base is detachably mounted on and in direct contact with the slide rail. The cushioning structure is in indirect contact with the slide rail and is configured to compensate for a possible gap between the furniture part and the slide rail.

Abstract: A coupling mechanism adapted for a slide rail includes a first base, a second base, and an adjustment member. The slide rail includes a coupling base engaged with the first base. The second base is movably mounted on the first base. The adjustment member is configured for laterally displacing and thereby adjusting the second base with respect to the slide rail. More specifically, the adjustment member includes an adjusting portion, and one of the first base and the second base includes a transmission structure configured to work with the adjusting portion in order to convert a rotary movement of the adjustment member into a lateral displacement of the second base with respect to the slide rail.

Abstract: A coupling mechanism adapted for a slide rail includes a coupling base, a supporting member, and an adjustment member. The coupling base is detachably fixed to the slide rail. The supporting member includes a supporting portion. The adjustment member is configured for displacing and thereby adjusting the supporting member with respect to the coupling base in order to change the height of the supporting portion of the supporting member with respect to the slide rail through a guiding feature.

Abstract: A retracting mechanism for first and second furniture parts includes a guiding structure, a catch member, and a resilient member. The first furniture part includes an engaging feature. The catch member is displaceable between first and second guiding portions of the guiding structure and includes first and second features. While the second furniture part is displaced in a certain direction with respect to the first furniture part, with the catch member initially at the first guiding portion and with the engaging feature caught by one of the first and second features, the catch member is disengaged from the engaging feature such that the resilient member stores a force for assisting in retracting the second furniture part with respect to the first furniture part.

Abstract: A chair having an adjustable backrest and control actuator disposed forward of the backrest hinge, for controlling the backrest angle. The chair has a backrest support hinged to the backrest away from the backrest/chair hinge, and coupled directly or indirectly to track runners which run along elongated support tracks. A positioner is controlled by the control actuator and coupled to the backrest support and track runners, limiting the extent to which the track runners may move along the support tracks and thus control the angle of the backrest.

Abstract: Theater seating systems, theater lounge seats, theater seats, and theater seating arrangements are described herein. An example embodiment of a theater seating system comprises a separating panel and a theater seat. The separating panel has a first end, a second end, a first section, a second section, a third section, and a fourth section. The first section, the second section, the third section, and the fourth section cooperatively define a chamber within which the theater seat is disposed. The first end is separated from the second end to define an opening that provides access to the chamber defined by the separating panel.

Abstract: A tension-compression base structure including tension elements (such as flexible cables or ropes) and compression elements (such as rigid legs) is provided with a slidably adjustable path for the tension elements around or within the compression elements, thereby enabling a degree of adaptability to support surfaces that may not be ideally flat, such as on outdoor terrain. Such a tension-compression base may be used to support a platform, a stool, or an item of equipment that may be desirably held in a preferred orientation irrespective of terrain irregularities, and as furniture may be configured to rock with a user's body as a form of active seating.

Abstract: A chair for supporting a body of a user in a substantially upright position relative to a vertical-axis; the chair includes a frame, a chest-support, a seat and at least one knee-support. In a preferred embodiment, the chair includes a tray configured to hold items/tools such as dentist equipment. The chair is useful for supporting the body of the user who needs to be seated for a prolonged period of time, to prevent un-comfort associated with the same.

Abstract: A deployable arm support seating assembly for provision of arm support to a relining user includes a chair that has a back. The back is reclining. A pair of rests is rotatably coupled to opposing sides of the back of the chair. The rests are positioned between a top and a bottom of the back. Each rest is positioned on a respective opposing side of the back such that the rest is configured to be rotated to a position transverse to the respective opposing side. The rest is configured to support an arm of a user positioned in the chair with the back in a reclined position.

Abstract: A device used to heat seats, chairs, and tree stands using propane as the heat source.

Abstract: The present technology generally relates to a step stool having anti-microbial protection. In particular, the present technology relates to a step stool having an anti-microbial coating.

Abstract: Disclosed are support assemblies and foldable bed frames. A foldable bed frame includes first and second frames, each having left and right frame bars. A foldable bed frame also includes a support assembly having first and second link units. The first link unit is slidably and rotatably coupled with proximal end portions of the left and right frame bars of the first frame, and the second link unit is slidably and rotatably coupled with proximal end portions of the left and right frame bars of the second frame. The first and second link units are fixedly coupled with each other with a space in between. When folded, the proximal end portions of the left and right frame bars of the first and second frames are disposed in the space between the first and second links, minimizing a length of the foldable bed frame when folded.

Abstract: Various systems and methods for adjusting the firmness of a spring mattress are described herein. Inflation elements having fingers may be coupled with a spring layer of a mattress to provide for inflating or deflating the fingers in the interstitial spaces defined by a group of springs of the mattress. Increasing the fluid pressure inside the fingers increases the lateral pressure on the springs. The increase in lateral pressure in turn increases the force required to compress the springs, ultimately resulting in increasing the firmness of the mattress. Conversely, decreasing the fluid pressure inside the fingers decreases the lateral pressure on the springs, which decreases the firmness of the mattress.

Abstract: An air bag module of inflatable mattress is disclosed. The inflatable mattress is provided with a lining for the air bag module to be placed therein, and a resilience supplying module being placed in the lining and resting on the air bag module. The air bag module includes at least one air bag unit. The air bag unit is provided with an air distribution layer and a hardness adjustment layer connected with the air distribution layer while located between the air distribution layer and the resilience supplying module. In the air distribution layer, air is inputted into each distributing air bag equally via intercommunication of distributing air bags, such that air from the distributing air bags is consistently received by each supporting air bag of the hardness adjustment layer. Thus, the problem of uneven surface of bed due to non-uniform inflation in the conventional structure is solved.

Abstract: A mattress with adjustable hardness comprises at least one resilience supplying module, at least one air bag module and a lining provided for the resilience supplying module and the air bag module to be placed therein. The lining is provided with a plurality of lattice-like units, each lattice-like unit defining a mounting space therein. The resilience supplying module is provided with a plurality of elastic bodies respectively provided in one of the mounting spaces. The air bag module is provided with a plurality of air bag units respectively provided in one of the mounting spaces. In this case, the air bag units may be inflated consistently, and the expanded volume of each of the air bag units after inflation may be limited to be uniform by the corresponding lattice-like unit. Thus, the problem of incapability of being kept evenness after inflation in the conventional practice is solved.

Abstract: A mattress including a base layer, at least one intermediary layer, and a top layer. The base layer is constructed from a foam material defining an Indentation Level Deflection (ILD) Rating from 25 to 35 pounds, and defines a thickness of between four and eight inches (4?-8?), and having a density from 1 to 4 lb/ft3. Each intermediary layer is constructed from a foam material defining an ILD Rating of between 10 and 25 and defines a thickness from 1.5? to 3?, and having a density from ˜2 to ˜4 lb/ft3. A top layer is fabricated from a vertically-oriented synthetic memory fiber blend comprised of bi-copolymer fibers and fibers having spring-like molecular structure. The top layer defines a thickness of between 0.75? and 1.25? and a weight of between about 200 to about 500 grams per square yard. A cover layer may be disposed above said top layer, the cover layer being fabricated from a selected foam material, and defining a thickness of up to about one inch.

Abstract: Various systems and methods for adjusting the firmness of a mattress are described herein. Inflation elements having fingers may be coupled with a spring layer or foam layer of a mattress to provide for inflating or deflating the fingers. Increasing the fluid pressure inside the fingers increases the force required to compress the spring layer or foam layer, ultimately resulting in increasing the firmness of the mattress. Conversely, decreasing the fluid pressure inside the fingers decreases the firmness of the mattress.

Abstract: A restraint for securing a baby on a top surface of a mattress is disclosed. The restrain includes a rectangular sheet of flexible webbing which can be secured to the mattress by a plurality of elongated loops mounted to the corners of the rectangular sheet. The elongated loops are dimensioned to wrap snuggly around the mattress such that the rectangular sheet is held taught on the surface of the mattress when the loops are wrapped around the mattress. A belt made of flexible webbing is provided to wrap around the baby and snugly secure the baby. Finally, the restraint further includes an elongated tether made of elastic webbing secured to a center portion of the rectangular sheet and to the belt, the elongated tether having a length selected to keep the belt on top of the rectangular sheet.