Abstract: A digitally controlled hairdryer has removable attachments that are used to style hair. The hairdryer is powered with AC and DC power, with the DC power supply being separate from the main body. The removable attachments are powered and controlled by the hairdryer. The oscillating attachment has a motor that moves an oscillating portion to direct airflow from the outlet of the hairdryer. The diffuser attachment has a motor that is connected to a slider that moves along a central axis. The slider moves wire fingers between a grasped and relaxed position. The ends of the fingers are connected to a blocking membrane that directs airflow through an outlet aperture that is small in the grasped position and large in the relaxed position.

Abstract: A device that stores a solvent in a reservoir and has a removable tip at one end and a removable pad at another end. The device is used to modify or clean up nail polish that has been applied to the nails of the fingers or toes of a person.

Abstract: An apparatus to support forearm, guide wrist, cradle and elevate hand to the proper height, position fingers and prevent movement of patron for a nail technician to maintain proper posture while performing a nail service. The apparatus comprises an angled ramp and a platform, supported by legs connected to the underside of surfaces. The angled ramp comprises a bottom edge that is wider than top edge, connected by two equal length sides with a wrist support on each side near top edge. The platform comprises a bottom edge that meets the top edge of the angled ramp. Top edge is more narrow than bottom edge and scalloped in the center with two hand supports located on each side, connected by two equal length sides. The invention is made of polymer but not limited to being produced in other materials such as rubber, aluminum, other metals or forms of plastic.

Abstract: A cosmetic container includes a base member having a base member housing with an exterior surface and an interior surface defining a cavity. The cosmetic container also includes a cap member shaped and dimensioned for selectively coupling to the base member; and a threaded cap engagement member shaped and dimensioned for securing to an interior surface of the cap member. The threaded cap engagement member is substantially annular in shape and includes an exterior surface formed with a series of grooves and an interior surface formed with internal projections defining internal threading of the cap member when the threaded cap engagement member is secured to the interior surface of the cap member.

Abstract: A plurality of support pieces disposed at a supporting part support a plurality of rod-shaped cosmetic materials arranged side by side in a container. The plurality of rod-shaped cosmetic materials are configured to simultaneously advance and retreat in an axial direction together with the supporting part and the plurality of rod-shaped cosmetic materials are configured to appear and disappear from a leading tube. The plurality of rod-shaped cosmetic materials are individually supported by the one shared support piece.

Abstract: A cosmetics case having a housing configured to receive and contain cosmetics brushes. The case additionally having a lid and an interior shelf. The interior shelf including a recessed region containing a planar magnet such that a user can selectively magnetically engage cosmetics contained within a metal pan with the planar magnet in the recessed region. The lid, housing and interior shelf having embedded complimentary magnets position and configured to hold the case securely closed until a user desires to open and access the case.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods of attaching a first cosmetic bottle to a second cosmetic bottle are described. The first bottle includes a container arranged to hold a cosmetic product and a cover that is removably attached the container. The cover includes one or more magnetic elements arranged to attach the cover of the first bottle to a cover of a second bottle. In some embodiments, the one or more magnetic elements may include one or more magnets.

Abstract: A backpack has an air flow guide panel connected to the rear side of a rear storage pocket of the backpack such that an air flow channel is defined between opposing surfaces of the air flow guide panel and the rear storage pocket. The air flow guide panel and the pocket are shaped and arranged to define an inlet opening and an outlet opening in fluid communication with the air flow channel. The inlet opening is located adjacent the bottom of the pocket and the outlet opening is spaced apart along the height of the pocket from the inlet opening toward the top of the pocket. A blower is supported on the backpack for blowing air through the air flow channel along a flow path extending from the inlet opening through the outlet opening.

Abstract: A water bottle includes a bottle body and at least one steel sheet. The steel sheet has an arc-shaped cross-section, and is flexibly movable, curled and wound around a periphery of the bottle body. A silicone sleeve is wrapped around the steel sheet. A pattern or text is provided on a curled outer side surface of the silicone sleeve curling around the bottle body. The water bottle is advantageous in that it is simple in structure, anti-scald, anti-drop, nice looking and highly interesting.

Abstract: A fluid bottle is disclosed, having a phone retention portion, a key retentions portion, a card retention portion, and a cap and handle assembly. The bottle allows a user to better organize personal items, such as a phone, keys, credit cards or money, and/or headphones.

Abstract: A dismountable hammock stand comprises a base 3 to be placed on a floor and two bars 5 extending from the base. The bars are each separable into at least two parts 21, 23. The at least two parts include a pin 37 having an outer contact surface 39 and a ring 33 having an inner contact surface 35. An end portion 29 of the first part 21 includes a sleeve. The pin is provided at an end of the second part and the ring is provided within the sleeve spaced apart from an end of the first part. An end portion 31 of the second part is insertable into the sleeve until the outer contact surface abuts on the inner contact surface in order to define a position of the end of the second part within the sleeve in a direction transverse to a longitudinal direction of the sleeve.

Abstract: A loadout exchange system includes a back panel and a front panel. The back panel has a front side with a hook and loop surface, a back side with a MOLLE-compatible surface, one or more tab locks, and one or more straps. The front panel has a front side with a MOLLE-compatible surface, a back side with a hook and loop surface, one or more pull tabs, and one or more tuck tabs with a hook and loop surface. The front surface of the back panel and the back surface of the front panel are complimentary and thus configured to mate with each other to be removably secured to each other. The tab locks and pull tabs also have complimentary hook and loop surfaces and are thus configured to mate with each other to be removably secured to each other.

Abstract: A food-safe container, for unpackaged food, can be inserted into a pocket of a garment and fastened there by a clip that passes over an elasticated top edge of the pocket. The container has a naturally open mouth that is closed by the elastic in the top edge of the pocket. A crevice formed by the closed mouth allows a user to easily locate the opening of the pocket by touch, and retrieve its contents. The pouch expands in volume to store food or accommodate a human hand, and relaxes back to a flatter form when the food or hand is removed. The pouch makes it easier for cyclists to store and retrieve unpackaged food from back jersey pockets while they are cycling.

Abstract: A bristle tuft assembly, comprising a bristle tuft, a compression plate, a base, and a base support plate, the base is configured with an accommodation chamber which has a wide top and a narrow bottom, forming a reversed splayed shape. The base support plate is placed horizontally and fits into the bottom of the accommodation chamber, the compression plate is placed vertically and fits into the accommodation chamber, the middle part of the bristle tuft is compressed and fixed between the vertically placed compression plate and the horizontally placed base support plate, both ends of the bristle tuft go through the space in the accommodation chamber and are set up and exposed outside the base. Further provided is a toothbrush device, comprising the above mentioned bristle tuft assembly.

Abstract: An oral hygiene handle device is configured for a holding of an oral-hygiene means, in particular an interdental brush, with at least one base body comprising at least one accommodation region for an accommodation of the oral-hygiene means in an application position wherein the accommodation region of the base body is longer than 30 mm, and is configured for an accommodation of a handle element of the oral-hygiene means.

Abstract: A manual toothbrush, comprising: a toothbrush main body, the casing of the top portion of the toothbrush main body is configured with one or more first connecting holes; one or more bristle tuft assemblies, every bristle tuft assembly comprises a bristle tuft and a base, bristle tufts of one or more bristle tuft assemblies go through one or more first connecting holes respectively; a spring assembly, the spring assembly comprises one or more springs, every spring comprises a coil and a coil fastening plate connecting with the coil, coils of one or more springs contact with bases of one or more bristle tuft assemblies respectively; the spring assembly also comprises an assembly base plate and an assembly surface plate, the coil fastening plate of every spring is clamped and fixed between the assembly base plate and the assembly surface plate.

Abstract: Tooth cleaning devices for portable, discrete use to improve dental hygiene as well as cosmetic appearance of teeth and processes for using same. The devices enable discrete cleaning of teeth after drinking dark-colored beverages or after eating food in social settings when conventional teeth cleaning devices are unavailable or inconvenient. In particular, these devices are designed for multiple uses, so that the same device may be used for teeth cleaning on multiple occasions.

Abstract: The present invention comprises systems and methods for using a specialized styling device, such as a smart hairbrush, smart comb, or accessories, which allow for the collection of data from the devices, and for users to interact over a wireless network. The devices may including a wireless radio frequency modem connected to the internet and a battery to power components, including lights, speakers, cameras, microphones, and sensors. A smart brush may allow for computations through processors, memory, system-on-a-chip, applications, batteries, operating systems, and wired or wireless communication interfaces. It is also possible for the smart brush to connect with other electronic devices, including phones, tablets, and cameras in order to share electrical power and communicate over one or more interfaces. A smart brush may operate as an independent mobile device or within a smart home or other system with multiple computing devices, appliances, and sensors connected together within a network.

Abstract: A method of forming a laminate countertop with a curved edge profile extending around at least two adjacent sides thereof includes providing a base support having a top surface, a bottom surface, latitudinal sides, and longitudinal sides. At least one of the longitudinal sides includes the curved edge profile. The method further includes: adhering a laminate sheet to the base support to form a laminate cover over at least a portion of the top surface and a portion of the curved edge profile of the base support and mounting a preformed edge member having a curved edge profile to one of the sides of the base support to form a laminate countertop having curved edges extending around at least two sides thereof. To align the edge member and the base support, the preformed edge member is mounted to a brace to remove bowing or curvature from the preformed edge member.

Abstract: An adjustable shelving assembly for a refrigerator appliance includes a braking rack fixed on a rear wall of a cabinet and a drive screw extending substantially parallel to the braking rack. A shelf is fixed to a clutch assembly that includes a half nut positioned around the drive screw and a brake pawl positioned adjacent the braking rack. An actuation mechanism is operably coupled to the half nut and the brake pawl for moving the clutch assembly between a first position where the half nut closes to engage the drive screw and the brake pawl is disengaged, and a second position where the half nut is open and the brake pawl engages the braking rack.

Abstract: A preassembled parallel wire cable creates a random cast of loops. Any of the random cast of loops is hung for transport, thus eliminating costly and time-consuming coiling and reeling operations.

Abstract: Providing an overturn preventing device which can be easily mounted between a top surface of a piece of furniture and a ceiling and a method of mounting the overturn preventing device. The overturn preventing device includes a damper and a pair of bases. The damper has a cylinder and a piston slidably housed in the cylinder. The damper is mounted between a top surface of a piece of furniture (article) installed on an installation surface and a ceiling. The paired bases are respectively coupled to two ends of the damper. One of the bases abuts against the top surface of the furniture and the other base abuts against the ceiling. The cylinder has an inlet through which a hydraulic fluid (operating liquid) is poured into the cylinder.

Abstract: The present invention is a foot ledge that, in some aspects, allows a user to hold a foot or heel at a generally fixed position nearer to their body's core. Some embodiments of the invention include a cover, housing a slidably received ledge and end cap assembly that provides a surface for a user's foot or heel. In some examples, a user's body weight can be used to provide the stability needed to use the device and keep the ledge in a relatively stable position.

Abstract: A cup holder comprises a body configured to receive a cup, and a generally planar support extending from the body, the generally planar support insertable between a seat and an underlying structure supporting the seat such that the cup holder is removably secured between the seat and the underlying structure supporting the seat by friction and at least one of a weight of the seat and a weight of a user sitting in the seat

Abstract: Convertible multifunctional furniture comprising at least one support base, at least one lifting device which is supported on the support base, a usage unit, a horizontal rotational axis in the longitudinal or transverse direction about which the usage unit can be rotated, and a mounting pin at each end of the rotational axis. At least one scissor mechanism is arranged between the lifting devices and each mounting pin of the rotational axis, at least one scissor limb is connected to a drive of the lifting device at one end and to a support at the other end. The other end of the scissor both is connected to a linear element for controlling purposes, said linear element having a surface which can be coupled to a surface of a wheel that is rotatably coupled to a complementary element of the mounting pin.

Abstract: An airbed is provided with an inflation and deflation valve, which includes a base fixedly disposed at an inflation and deflation port and a sealing plug detachably disposed on the base. The airbed has an electric air pump is part of the sealing plug and is integrated with the sealing plug. A housing of the electric air pump is used as part of the inflation and deflation valve of the airbed and serves as the sealing plug of the inflation and deflation valve. When the airbed needs to be deflated, the electric air pump is directly removed, and then air is rapidly exhausted through a large diameter exhaust port. The airbed can be produced in advance without being limited by the specification of the electric air pump, and afterwards, the electric air pump is screwed or buckled on the airbed in a sealed manner.

Abstract: An air mattress system includes an air mattress configured to self-adjust its own pressure, a user terminal receiving a set value or user information from a user and transmitting the set value or the user information to the air mattress, and a server receiving measurement data from the air mattress to analyze a sleep pattern and sleep quality of a user and transmitting the analyzed sleep pattern and sleep quality to the user terminal, wherein the air mattress is configured such that the air mattress is divided into multiple sections and the pressure is adjusted for each section based on the set value or the user information.

Abstract: An air pocket module inserted into an air mattress includes multiple air pockets each having a hollow portion formed therein and configured to inflate due to air inflow or to deflate due to air outflow, and a bottom plate coupled to lower sides of the air pockets and configured to block the hollow portion of each of the air pockets, wherein the air pocket includes: a top surface portion forming a top surface, a side surface portion connected with the top surface portion and forming a side surface, and a contact portion protruding upwardly from a center of the top surface portion.

Abstract: The present invention is a seat cover that can be used to cover a dirty seat, bench, chair, lawn, or floor on which the user wishes to sit. The seat cover of the present invention comprises a plurality of triangular sections sewn together around a common center to form a polygon having a strap attached to the center. The rigidity and geometric properties of the polygon facilitate the seat cover of the present invention to open p like a parachute as it drops onto a seating surface until it lands thereon in a open configuration ready for the user to sit on. When finished using, the seat cover of the present invention can be stored inside a pouch having a drawstring for easy closing and transportation.

Abstract: A collapsible infant tray formed from flexible polymeric materials having two or more receptacles securing infant chattels including perishable foods. In various embodiments, the receptacles are formed by one or more L-shaped detachable members.

Abstract: A bassinet includes a base, a bassinet frame including a mattress support, a guiding assembly for supporting the bassinet frame on the base for movement in a reciprocal manner along a reciprocal path such that the mattress support is maintained parallel to a ground surface on which the base is supported, and a drive arrangement for driving the bassinet frame in the reciprocal manner along the reciprocal path, the drive arrangement including an electromagnetic pulse generator mounted to the base for generating spaced apart electromagnetic pulses of predetermined intensities, and two spaced apart permanent magnets mounted to the mattress support, with a center line of the electromagnetic pulse generator being offset from a central line between the permanent magnets in an initial position of the bassinet frame.

Abstract: A wrap type infant carrier which also integrates certain attributes of mei tai and SSC carriers to provide an optimal meld of some of the most desirable attributes of these existing carriers, the present carrier thus providing the comfort and closeness of a wrap carrier, but further being configured to be easily fitted to the wearer, thus avoiding any excessive learning curve associated with its use. In addition to being easy to use, the present carrier is also configured to more effectively distribute the load to the caregiver to mitigate muscle strain or fatigue.

Abstract: An adjustable infant carrier which is outfitted with various modalities, including a selectively expandable and retractable seat portion and a selectively deployable sling seat, as allows for varying degrees of adjustability to the effective width of and support level provided by the seat portion of the carrier alone or in combination with the seat sling thereof.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a baby carrier including a back strap and a vest. The back strap includes at least one first connecting component and at least one second connecting component. The vest includes a vest body, at least one third connecting component and at least one fourth connecting component. The at least one third connecting component and the at least one fourth connecting component respectively are fixed on two ends of the vest body. The at least one third connecting component and the at least one fourth connecting component respectively are detachably connected to the at least one first connecting component and the at least one second connecting component to connect the back strap with the vest. It provides a flexible way for a caregiver to carry a baby comfortably and safely.

Abstract: An adaptable child carrier system includes a harness having a pair of shoulder straps extendable over the wearer's shoulders and a lower panel extendable over a portion of the wearer's back. A primary support is selectively attachable to the harness. A pair of connecting straps extend between the primary support and the shoulder straps. The child carrier system is selectively transitionable between a first and second wearing modes without re-orientation, removal, reversal or modification of the harness part. In the first wearing mode, the primary support is attached to the pair of shoulder straps such that the lower panel and the primary support are separated from each other so as to reside on opposed sides of the wearer's torso when worn by the wearer. In the second wearing mode, the primary support is attached to the lower panel to define a cavity to receive the child for carrying the child adjacent the wearer's back.

Abstract: A device for dispensing cutlery utensils individually, having a housing containing a quantity of utensils with the housing having sides and product guides within. The front wall contains an opposing leaf escapement mechanism connected to it, to hold and singulate the utensils such that they dispense seriatim, without a user being required to physically touch or interface with any part of dispenser other than the actual desired utensil.

Abstract: A panel assembly, system, and method include upper and lower panels attached respectively to upper and lower back support, which are connectable to each other using linking beams. The upper back support is configured to be hung from a horizontal beam. The panels have through holes and the back supports have front blind holes that are aligned with the through holes in the panels. In another embodiment, rear blind holes are also provided in the back supports. A peg is securable to each of the blind holes. Multiple pegs can be secured to provide furniture options that can be used for storing, displaying, organizing, and merchandizing. Rear blind holes provides additional storage that can be hidden away from view.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a display unit that is rugged, re-usable, and configured for quick (and tool-free) assembly. The display unit includes a foldable frame with a scannable display code. The foldable frame is also configured to support at least one shelf, and the at least one shelf has one or more item codes that are distinct and separate from the scannable display code. Each of the item codes respectively identifies one or more products to be placed on the shelf. In some embodiments, the foldable frame of the display unit is pre-adhered (e.g., a first side panel and a second side panel are adhered along respective vertical fold lines to a back panel) and desired shelf heights for the display unit are pre-configured before shipment of the display unit to a merchant. In this way, the display unit can be quickly constructed by the merchant with the desired shelf heights.

Abstract: The rigid jewelry display pad is an apparatus that effectively stores and organizes at least one necklace. The apparatus maintains the natural structure of the at least one necklace while secured onto the apparatus. The apparatus includes a rigid pad, a plurality of metal-mesh straps, a plurality of fasteners, a main strap, a main fastener, and at least one elastic band. The rigid pad upholds the at least one necklace and is covered with a layer of velvet. The rigid pad includes a first planar surface and a second planar surface. The at least one necklace is positioned and secured onto the first planar surface with the plurality of metal-mesh straps and the main strap with the plurality of fasteners and the main fastener, respectively. The at least one elastic band presses and secures any portion of the at least one necklace that is hanging against the second planar surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for presenting items such as eyeglasses. The apparatus comprises at least one support plate capable of receiving items side by side. Furthermore, the apparatus at least one locking device on the at least one support plate. Each locking device is configured to be movable between a locked position for mechanically locking an item at the locking device and an unlocked position for releasing the item from the locking device the at least one support plate further includes a movable member disposed between a first panel of the at least one support plate and a second panel of the at least one support plate, wherein the movable member is configured to mechanically interact with an actuation portion to move the locking devices between a first locked position and a second unlocked position.

Abstract: A ring security display hanger includes a body member having front and rear surfaces and a securing member configured to be inserted into the securing aperture and for engagement with the body member. The securing member includes a head, a tail integrally attached to the bottom of the head, first and second ring holders for accommodating and receiving a ring, and a locking device positioned above the first and second ring holders for receiving and locking the tail to secure the ring to the ring security display hanger. The first and second ring holders are configured to move laterally towards and away from the center of the head.

Abstract: A footwear storage and display rack includes a mounting member configured to be mounted to a wall or other generally vertical surface. The mounting member includes an upper portion and a lower portion. A footwear shelf includes a proximal section and a distal section with the proximal section extending from the lower portion of the mounting member so as to be configured at an angle between about 0 degrees and about 90 degrees with respect to the wall or other generally vertical surface when the mounting member is secured to the wall or other generally vertical surface. The distal section extends from the proximal section. An accessory support extends from the upper portion of the mounting member.

Abstract: Described herein are methods and apparatus for customizing expressive content applied to an article, generally an article made from a fabric. Although the present disclosure is made with reference to quilts specifically, these are non-limiting exemplary embodiments, and the disclosure is by no means limited to quilts. The present disclosure is applicable to other arts and crafts, particularly, but not limited to, those involving the use of fabrics and similar materials.

Abstract: A down-fill pillow with a core formed from down feather sheet material pieces used in the fabrication of down insulated products. The size and shape of the pieces do not exceed predetermined sizes. The pieces may have a variety of shapes, such as in block or strip form or of irregular size if formed from trimmings of down sheet material in which is cut patterns for use in the fabrication of insulated articles. The down feather sheet pieces are placed in an envelope formed from one or more down feather sheets and the pieces entangle with one another due to their captive retention in the pillow envelope which restrains the pieces in close contact with one another and limited movement. When the head of a user person is rested on the down-fill pillow, it causes the mixture to compress and mold about the head while remaining entangled and recovering its loft when the head is removed. The method of forming the pillow core by the use of down feather sheet material pieces is also described.

Abstract: An inflatable pillow assembly for adjusting firmness of a pillow includes a pillow for sleeping that is substantially hollow. A bladder is removably positioned within the pillow. The bladder is selectively inflated thereby facilitating the pillow to have a selected degree of firmness. A pump is fluidly coupled to the bladder and the pump is selectively manipulated. The pump selectively inflates and deflates the bladder.

Abstract: A cup-cover type fan includes a base, a fan blade assembly positioned on an upper portion of the base, a controlling member and a power supple respectively connected to the fan blade assembly and received in the base. The base includes a cap portion formed on a bottom thereof to cover a rim of a cup. The fan blade assembly includes a fan housing and an impeller installed in the fan housing. The fan housing is rotatably connected with the base by a connecting member to achieve opening and closing between the fan housing and an upper surface of the base via the fan housing foldably rotating along the connecting member to further adjust wind direction of the cup-cover type fan.

Abstract: A portable air-conditioner system utilizing a removable pre-cooled beverage container is provided. The portable air conditioner system utilizing a removable pre-cooled beverage container has a hollow cylindrical housing having an internal thermal material wherein the housing has an open top end for receiving, for example, a removable standard aluminum 12 ounce can, glass, plastic bottle or the like. The housing has an internal pathway system which transports cooled air produced from the removable pre-cooled beverage container out toward the user with the aid of a fan located at the bottom of the housing. In an embodiment, the internal pathway is preferably spiral, but may also be serpentine or another suitable design. An electronic charging docking station may recharge the fan.

Abstract: A paper supporting device including a base having an upper surface and a lower surface. A support is upstanding from the upper surface of the base. A plurality of holders are disposed adjacent to a top edge of the support. The plurality of holders are configured to releasably secure at least two points of an edge of a paper to the support so that the paper is elevated above the base.

Abstract: A button affixing device is an apparatus that is used to assist a user in joining clothing buttons to their assigned hole. The apparatus includes a static arm, a dynamic arm, a hollow handle, a spring, a first claw, a second claw, and a trigger. The static arm is utilized for positioning of the first claw. The dynamic arm arranges the position of the second claw and slides relative to the static arm. The hollow handle provides the user a means of grasping the apparatus during use. The spring is a curved unit that expands and contracts to transmit energy to the dynamic arm. The first claw is a curved rigid segment of the static arm, and the second claw is a curved rigid segment of the dynamic arm. The trigger may be utilized to move the dynamic arm towards the spring.

Abstract: The present invention provides a foldable mat frame configured to provide seamless transition of mat between a sitting position and standing position. The sitting position allows the user to sit on a chair position at a workstation when the mat is not in use. The standing position allows the user to stand on the mat positioned in front of the work station. The foldable mat frame includes two modes of operation comprising a sliding operation and folding operation for transition of mat position. The foldable frame comprises a DC powered motor unit to provide transition of mat position automatically by sliding operation.