Abstract: The invention relates to a novel underwear with two secured and hidden pockets placed below the waist band of the front area of the garment below the navel. An underwear with one non-detachable secured discreet pocket adapted to hold medical and personal supplies such as, portable catheters, wipes, pads/liners, and the other pocket being a secured yet detachable water resistant pocket adapted to hold wipes, pads/liners and disposable underwear.

Abstract: Articles and methods of using and making adaptive garment portions are provided. An adaptive garment portion is one that has shifting surfaces with apertures that shift from an aligned to an offset orientation depending on environmental conditions/stimuli. For example, a first surface material and a second surface material may be coupled by a responsive material portion. The responsive material portion may physically change in response to a change in environmental conditions internal or external to the garment (e.g., thermal energy, moisture) and/or stimuli (e.g., light energy, electrical energy, magnetic fields). The physical change in the responsive material portion facilitates the planar shift of the first surface material relative to the second surface material.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for head wear comprising a swimming cap portion that is breathable, and protects the hair and scalp of the user from water and other watery substance(s); and a wig portion that has the versatility/appearance of natural hair, and retains a desired style even after multiple use.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are assemblies and methods for extending and/or thickening hair. A weft of hair or hair-like strands are coupled together at a first end at an elongate connection strip. The connection strip is made from a solid material and has an elongate shape. A length of the elongate shape of the connection strip is substantially greater than a width and a thickness of the connection strip. The length of the connection strip defines a width of the weft of hair. A set of magnets is coupled to the connection strip. A second connection strip is coupled to a second set of magnets. The second connection strip corresponds to the first connection strip and the second set of magnets are positioned to magnetically couple to the first set of magnets to engage, grip, pinch, squeeze, hold, or otherwise secure a portion of naturally growing hair of a user to secure the assembly to the hair of the user.

Abstract: An exemplary artificial eyelash applicator arrangement can be provided, which can include, for example, a first handle portion can include (i) a first proximal portion and (ii) a first curved applicator portion configured to magnetically hold a top artificial eyelash(es) and connected to the first proximal portion, and a second handle portion coupled to the first handle side can include (i) a second proximal portion and (ii) a second curved applicator portion configured to magnetically hold a bottom artificial eyelash(es) and connected to the second proximal portion. The first handle portion or the second handle portion can include a hinge(s), and the first handle portion or the second handle portion can be configured to rotate about the hinge(s).

Abstract: The eyelash application system having a casing for holding a plurality of eyelashes. Each of the locations for receiving cartridges in the casing having a cross or plus shaped recess for receiving a corresponding cross or plus shaped extrusion on one side of an eyelash cartridge for securing the cartridge to the casing. Each cartridge is further provided with a ridge for securing eyelashes to the cartridge. The lashes are not merely sitting on the cartridge, the lashes are retained within the walls of the ridge which secures the lashes in place and does not allow the lashes to slide, fall, or blow off the top flat surface of the cartridge. The ridge and cartridge mating structures serve to securely retain and locate the eyelash cartridge within the casing provider for more securement during transportation and resulting in less damage to the eyelashes.

Abstract: A headwear device for securing articles includes a crown; a plurality of panels coupled together adjacently thereby to collectively form the crown; a visor attached to the crown; at least one two-ply panel disposed within the crown portion of the headwear device as a portion of the plurality of panels coupled together adjacently; and at least one aperture defined within the at least one two-ply panel thereby to form an entry point to an interior portion of the at least one two-ply panel.

Abstract: A light-emitting system is provided which is removably attachable to headgear for personal illumination to enhance visibility of the user to others. The light -emitting system includes a housing that defines a receiving aperture and is configured to surround a portion of the headgear when the light-emitting system is removably attached to the headgear for use. The light-emitting system further includes at least one lens and a plurality of lighting elements coupled to the annular housing which are configured to selectively generate a halo or at least a partial halo of light that radiates outwardly away from the annular housing through the at least one lens to provide enhanced personal illumination.

Abstract: A helmet comprising and outer liner and an inner liner slidably coupled to an interior surface of the outer liner is disclosed. The outer liner comprises an interior surface and the inner liner comprises an exterior surface. The inner liner is composed of an elastically deformable material. A majority of the interior surface of the outer liner and a majority of the exterior surface of the inner liner are both substantially parallel to a pseudo-spherical surface having a coronal cross section that is circular with a first radius and a sagittal cross section that is circular with a second radius different from the first radius. The inner liner is elastically deformable along the interior surface of the outer liner in response to rotation of the outer liner relative to the inner liner caused by an impact to the helmet.

Abstract: A protective sports helmet that includes an energy attenuating faceguard connection system, which includes at least one connector that secures the faceguard to the helmet shell without a connection point in the shell's brow region. The lack of a brow region connection point results in a gap or clearance between the faceguard and the shell that has a functional interplay with the connector upon an impact to the faceguard. In general terms, when a substantially on-center impact to the faceguard occurs, the faceguard is displaced towards the shell and the connector bracket flexes outward relative to the helmet shell to help dissipate impact energy.

Abstract: A shoe is provided for use by a user and for use with a communication device that transmits a physiological signal based on a detected physiological parameter of the user. The shoe includes a sole, a force actuating mechanism, a receiver and a controller. The sole has a top surface for supporting the foot of the user when being worn by the user. The force actuating mechanism provides a force to the top surface of the sole and is disposed at the sole so as to provide the force to a plantar venous plexus of the foot. The receiver receives the physiological parameter signal. The controller generates a control signal to control the force actuating mechanism. The controller further modifies the control signal based on the received physiological parameter signal.

Abstract: A pneumatic energy conversion mechanism for use with footwear generates electricity from foot-strikes. The mechanism comprises: at least one air-chamber with an outlet disposed to be compressed on foot strikes and decompressed when the foot is lifted; a micro-electrical generator supported within a support air tube pneumatically connected with the at least one air-chamber's outlet, at its one end, while having its other end open; at least one unidirectional axial-flow micro-turbine, such as the wells turbine, having all its blades exposed to the airflow, thus providing a powerful torque the same micro-electrical generator.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear comprises a unitary midsole having a first portion and a second portion rearward of the first portion. A bottom surface of the unitary midsole defines a groove extending from a medial side to a lateral side of the unitary midsole, and a top surface of the unitary midsole defines a slit disposed over the groove and extending from the medial side to the lateral side. The unitary midsole forms a living hinge at the groove and the slit, with the living hinge connecting the first portion to the second portion so that the first portion and the second portion are selectively pivotable relative to one another at the living hinge between a first orientation and a second orientation. The groove is wider in the first orientation than in the second orientation, and the slit is wider in the second orientation.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear comprises a bladder having a first side formed from a first polymeric sheet and a second side formed from a second polymeric sheet. The first and second polymeric sheets define a closed volume between the first side and the second side. The second polymeric sheet at least partially defines an outsole at the second side of the bladder. The outsole includes a ground-contacting surface and a plurality of lugs. The first polymeric sheet includes a portion that extends from the first side of the bladder and is fused to the second polymeric sheet opposite the ground-contacting surface at the one of the plurality of lugs, and further defines the one of the plurality of lugs. A method of manufacturing the sole structure comprises forming the bladder and fusing the portion of the first polymeric sheet to the second polymeric sheet.

Abstract: A lace routing pattern for a lacing system for an article of footwear is described. The lacing system is moved between opened and closed positions by applying tension to segments of a lace connected to a tensioning assembly of a tensioning system. Each of the lace segments are arranged to extend between opposite sides of a lacing area according to a different lace routing pattern. The lace routing patterns have equal total closure distances for each of the lace segments so that tension applied by the tensioning system will be uniformly distributed through the lacing system and the article of footwear.

Abstract: A device for tightening footwear having a plurality of lace sections. The device comprises a lace receiving member comprising a plurality of apertures therethrough. Each of the apertures are configured for receiving one of the plurality of lace sections. The lace receiving member rotates between a first orientation and a second orientation allowing the plurality of lace sections to tighten around the lace receiving member and tighten the footwear. Tightening brings paired lace holes on the footwear closer together, while loosening moves the paired lace holes farther apart.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for convenient tightening and loosening of strings such as those found in shoelaces of footwear. The apparatus includes a rotating portion within a base portion. A cover portion, when operated in a first position, provides a ratchet movement that allows rotation in a tightening direction while preventing movement in a loosening direction. When the cover is moved to a second position, the ratchet mechanism disengages, and the strings can then be easily loosened.

Abstract: A last system and a method of making the last system are disclosed. The last system includes a last member and an exterior layer. The exterior layer becomes deformable when heated above a characteristic temperature. The method can include forming a braided footwear component on the last system. The exterior layer may be joined with the braided footwear component by heating the last system above the characteristic temperature.

Abstract: A flame-resistant finish is adapted for a closure piece to form a detachable closure. The closure piece has a flat basic fabric (14) of warp threads (10), and weft threads (12). Functional elements (18) protrude on the front side of the basic fabric (14). The basic fabric (14) is provided with the flame-resistant finish. The fabric (14) and the functional elements (18) are predominantly, preferably entirely, made of flame-resistant plastic materials.

Abstract: A slide fastener includes a right and left pair of first fastener stringers and second fastener stringer, and a slider. The first fastener stringer and the second fastener stringer each include a fastener tape, a fastener element array, and a restricting unit restricting displacement of right and left cover materials away from each other. The restricting unit is configured to form a space that receives a side periphery of each of the cover materials between the restricting unit and the fastener tape.

Abstract: A deployable flag bracelet is provided herein. The deployable flag bracelet includes a medial longitudinal flap member, a first longitudinal flap member, and a deployable flag portion. The medial longitudinal flap member includes a first longitudinal edge and an opposing longitudinal edge where the deployable flag portion is coextensive with the first longitudinal edge and the first longitudinal flap member is coextensive with the opposing longitudinal edge. The deployable flap portion is rollable for storage into contact overlying the medial longitudinal flap member and thereat concealable beneath the first longitudinal flap member. A first transverse edge and an opposing transverse edge of the medial longitudinal flap member further includes a first end flap and a second end flap, respectively, for endwise attachment therebetween to form a bracelet. The bracelet is to be worn about a user's wrist for convenient transport of the deployable flag portion for cleaning optical surfaces.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a watch band or other wearable strap includes at least one tear away region at which the cross-sectional area of the base material is reduced, such that the force required to break away or tear away the wearable band from the body of the wearer is predetermined. In other embodiments, the material utilized to form the tear away region(s) of the wearable strap may alternatively or additionally have a lower ultimate tensile strength than the material utilized to form other portions of the wearable strap, again permitting the force required to break away or tear away the wearable band from the body of the wearer to be predetermined.

Abstract: A watch device, more particularly an external watch device comprising two components (1, 21) linked to one another, the first component (1) comprising a first guiding element (10) and the second component (21) comprising a second guiding element (30), the two components being linked to one another in a movable manner by the cooperation of their respective guiding elements (10, 30), wherein the first guiding element (10) comprises a guiding surface in contact at least partially with the second guiding element (30), said guiding surface comprising a polymer material belonging to the family of polyaryl ether ketones (PAEK).

Abstract: This Philsring health aid is make with a real Phillips-head screw which is used to help the user's mindfulness for self healing, as its symbol is a cross and also a positive sign, which is the icon for Christ who is synonymous with healing through positive thinking. The connection with this very unique screw head which is also a three dimensional inversed pyramid and which has a counter part tool of an iron rod called the Phillips head screwdriver with a pyramid shaped tip. This makes it also reminiscent of the Great Seal on the U.S.A. dollar bill which has a pyramid titled the coming of this new order age of technology which the Phillips head screw is playing such a instrumental part of.

Abstract: Jewelry having a support base and a plurality of decorative elements, each having at least two different decorative zones, each decorative element being fastened in a frame that is secured to a connection member itself pivotally and/or rotatably mounted on the support base. Each decorative zone is oriented differently relative to the frame in such a manner that a different decorative zone is exposed depending on the position of each connection member on the support base, so as to modify the appearance of the jewelry.

Abstract: Cooling unit (100, 200) including a base (102, 202) having a housing with control components (110, 112, 212), a cooling tower (104, 204) attached to the base (102, 202) at a first end of the cooling tower (104, 204), the cooling tower (104, 204) having an inner flow path and an exterior surface, and an air distribution system (106, 206) attached to the cooling tower (104, 204) at a second end of the cooling tower (104, 204). The air distribution system (106, 206) has a first enclosure (130), a second enclosure (132) defining an air distribution chamber (126) between the first and second enclosures, a cool air dispenser (138) configured in the first enclosure (130), a warm air (142) dispenser configured in the first enclosure (130) at a location different from the cool air dispenser (138), and a cover (144) disposed on an exterior surface of the second enclosure (132).

Abstract: This utility model provides an An umbrella drawing-in by winding, including includes an umbrella fabric, a frame, a shaft and retracting assemblies. The frame includes a notch, a runner and a rib support set. A top end of the rib support set is secured at a top end of the shaft via the notch. A bottom end of the rib support set is secured on the shaft via the runner. The umbrella fabric has folds and is secured on the frame. The retracting assemblies are secured on one side of the folds.

Abstract: A shoe tote includes a first and a second shoe sock each with a first and second opposing side walls spaced apart by a bottom portion and a back portion. Each shoe sock has an exterior and an interior portion, designed to receive footwear. Each shoe socks contain a top portion opposing the bottom portion and a front portion opposing the back portion. Each shoe sock contains a closure mechanism. The shoe socks are separated by a strap. The strap has a first terminal end and a second terminal end. The strap further contains a first attachment disposed between the first terminal end of the strap and the first shoe sock. The strap also is comprised of a second attachment disposed between the second terminal end of the strap and the second shoe sock.

Abstract: A bag provided with an expansion member, including: a bag body having a storage space formed therein; a cushion pocket forming a predetermined space inside the storage space of the bag body; and an expansion member which is accommodated in the cushion pocket, and of which the total volume is variable when air is injected or discharged through an injection portion.

Abstract: A light-weight, easily portable luggage combination is described. The combination comprises a garment bag and a general purpose bag and optionally a utility bag, wherein the garment bag and general purpose bag may be reversibly secured together or used separately if desired. The combination provides for a first interior space in the garment bag so that hanging clothes can be stored in the garment bag and a second interior space in the general purpose bag so that other items (for example, clothing, shoes, accessories, and toiletries) can be stored separately from the hanging clothes.

Abstract: A multi-functional luggage includes a first frame positioned such that an outer face of the first frame includes elements for engaging with the ground. The luggage further includes a second frame operably connected to the first frame and a third frame operably connected to the second frame using a hinge structure such that the third frame pivots from a first position wherein the second frame and the third frame are contiguous to a second position wherein the third frame and the second frame are partially open in order to expose interior of the third frame and the second frame. The third frame and the second frame form a seat in the second position that is sized to support a human such that a torso of the human rests in the second frame and feet of the human rests in the third frame.

Abstract: A diaper bag comprises a first compartment, a zipper located on a side wall of the first compartment, and a second compartment attached to the first compartment. The zipper allows a diaper placed in the first compartment to be removed from the first compartment. The second compartment has an outer layer and an inner layer. The outer layer includes a top edge, a bottom edge and a strip. The strip comprises a strip upper end that is located at the top edge of the outer layer and a strip lower end that is located between the top edge and the bottom edge. The inner layer includes an opening, such as a rubber feedhole. The opening allows an item placed in the second compartment to be pulled out of the second compartment. The opening of the inner layer is accessible through the strip of the outer layer.

Abstract: Luggage handle assemblies for installing, removing, and retaining removable power supplies from articles of luggage. The luggage handle assembly includes a luggage handle housing and a power supply housing connected to the luggage handle housing, the power supply housing capable of receiving a removable power supply. The luggage handle assembly includes an access door pivotably attached to the luggage handle housing, and a latch slideably attached to the luggage handle housing, wherein, in an engaged position, at least a portion of the latch engages with the access door to prevent the access door from opening, and wherein, in a disengaged position, the at least a portion of the latch is disengaged from the access door to permit the access door to open and the removable power supply to be inserted or removed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device (1) comprising an abrasive material (2) and a connection material (3), wherein the abrasive material (2) is disc shaped and comprise a front-side (4) and a back-side (5), the front-side (4) comprises the abrasive part and the back-side (5) is joined to the connection material (3).

Abstract: A treatment application garment, such as a glove or a sock, is disclosed. The garment allows for various treatments directed toward the fingers and toes, such as the fingernails and toenails. For example, each digit of the garment may contain a pocket filled with acetone and an absorbent pad placed adjacent the pocket. The hand or foot is inserted into the garment such that the nail is positioned below the absorbent pad. The pocket is ruptured, allowing the acetone to be absorbed by the absorbent pad and constantly applied to the nail to remove polish therefrom. After the treatment is complete, the glove may be removed and the open end thereof tied off, thereby containing the acetone and the smell thereof within the glove. Other features and treatments are also disclosed.

Abstract: A nail care tool having an ergonomic elongated handle and a removable operational head attached to the handle is presented. The tool also has a removable scraper or end tip inserted in one of the ends of the handle, useful in cleaning critical cuticle areas. The operational head has adhered to it a lining of material commonly used in the nail care and maintenance processes; for instance, it may be a nail polish removal material or a nail buffing material. In some embodiments of the invention, the ergonomic handle and the head are interconnected in a nonpermanent manner by a male/female system; in such embodiments, the head may be engage or connected to the handle by screwing the head to the handle and, it may be disengaged or disconnected, by simply unscrewing it from the handle.

Abstract: The invention concerns a cosmetic pad for removing nail varnish remover or make-up remover, characterised in that it has an absorbent core and a fleece layer, as well as a method for producing a cosmetic pad.

Abstract: A cosmetic source applicator is provided for the user to decorate the user's or other individual's skin. The cosmetic source applicator may be one or multiple containers (which may have the ability to attach together) that hold one or multiple cartridges. A cartridge may be constructed in one or multiple sizes, shapes and/or materials. The cartridge will hold, store, or be the cosmetic source. The cartridge will be used by the user to decorate the user's or other individual's skin. The Container will be able to attach to another container. This ability to attach will provide the user a greater length for an increased ease of use for hard to reach areas on the user's body. The ability for the cosmetic source applicator containers to store the cartridges before, during and after use allow for convenient storage and travel for the user.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mascara applicator having an elongate general shape defining a longitudinal axis and includes projections. At least one of the projections forms a loop defining a through-hole having a main opening axis forming an angle of more than 45° with a plane radial to the longitudinal axis of the applicator.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an information processing apparatus and an information processing method that can propose makeup that brings parts constituting a user's face closer to an ideal arrangement, and a program. A user's face image is captured, parts of the user's face image are recognized on the basis of the face image, and a best balance face image in which the parts are optimally arranged and have optimum sizes. Makeup thereby the user's face image is closer to the best balance face image is set, and a recipe image displaying a process of the makeup is generated and displayed. The present disclosure can be applied to an information processing apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shock absorber for a backpack, which cushions an impact applied to the body of a user by the weight of the backpack when the user walks while carrying the backpack on his or her shoulders. The shock absorber can be simply attached to an existing strap of a backpack for use.

Abstract: A convertible garment is selectively configurable for use in a variety of situations. The garment includes a panel and a plurality of handles. The panel includes a first section having a first outer edge portion that defines a first space, a second section having a second outer edge portion that defines a second space, and a body section between the first section and the second section. The body section has an inner edge portion that defines a head opening. The handles extend mediolaterally between a first side of the panel and a second side of the panel such that one or more first handles coupled to the first outer edge portion include a first medial portion exposable at the first space and one or more second handles coupled to the second outer edge portion include a second medial portion exposable at the second space.

Abstract: A foldable handle for long-handled tools includes first and second handle members hingedly coupled together at their respective coupling ends by a toggle linkage. The linkage is pivotably coupled to each of the handle members via first and second pivot pins respectively forming a double-jointed articulating joint. The joint includes multiple locking features which cooperate to form a rigid and anti-rotational joint when the handle members are in a coaxially-aligned operational unfolded condition. The linkage includes oppositely extending arm portions slideably insertable into complementary configured locking axial passages in the hinge members. Each handle member includes a plurality of mutually interlocking axial protrusions. The linkage includes a block-shaped middle portion between the arms which lockingly engage a transverse channel in each end of the handle members. Finally, a slideable collar covers the joint and threadably engages one of the handle member to conceal and secure the joint.

Abstract: A multi-component brush apparatus is described and can be used in the application of any fluid (for example, paint). The brush apparatus includes a cylindrical reservoir for holding a volume of a fluid material, a distributor attached to the cylindrical reservoir and used to transport the fluid from the reservoir along a set of small-sized tubes (pipes) disposed within the brush bristles. A piston is included and engages with the reservoir to advance the movement of the fluid material toward the distributor.

Abstract: The present invention is a system that comprises a toothbrush with fiducial markers (a fiduciated toothbrush), a sensor and a computation engine. The system tracks the position, orientation and motion of the fiduciated brush relative to the sensor or relative to another object within view of the sensor, Several marker systems offer elevated fiducial salience above the salience of other objects in the scene. These systems include retroreflective markers illuminated by a light source near the sensor, or light emitting markers, or fluorescent markers illuminated by ultraviolet light. In every case the illumination can be modulated to create from each fiducial marker a set of temporal fiducials that allow for intra-frame motion analysis. Non-uniform temporal modulation patterns as well a differently colored markers help disambiguate the sensor data.

Abstract: A method (500) for characterizing a personal care device (10). The method includes the steps of: (i) providing (510) a personal care device comprising a plurality of tufts (18), where a first one (18a) of the plurality of tufts includes a first tactile sensor (38a) and comprises a first angle relative to a device head, and further where a second one (18b) of the plurality of tufts includes a second tactile sensor (38b) and comprises a second angle relative to the device head; (ii) generating (520), in response to interaction of the plurality of tufts with a use surface (40), first sensor data by the first tactile sensor and second sensor data by the second tactile sensor; and (iii) characterizing (530), by the controller using the first sensor data and the second sensor data, a position of the personal care device within the use area.

Abstract: An end-rounding device comprises a movable body comprising an abrasive surface; a gearing for transferring a movement from a motor to the movable body; a providing unit for providing a plurality of bristle filament ends to the abrasive surface, wherein the providing unit comprises a clamping unit for clamping a bunch of filaments, wherein the bunch comprises a multiple of filaments of a bristle tuft; wherein the abrasive surface has a diameter from 80 mm to 300 mm and comprises a concave curvature oriented in the direction of the clamping unit; and wherein the clamping unit is movably spaced from the abrasive surface at a distance. A method of smoothening bristle filament ends utilizes the end-rounding device.

Abstract: An example folding table with simultaneously extending legs includes a table top structure. The example table also includes a plurality of table legs to support the table top structure. Each of the table legs part of a spherical four bar linkage. The example table also includes a plurality of driver links for the plurality of table legs. The driver links each part of a single driver component with a pivot at a center of the table top structure. The example table also includes a rotating coupler for on each end of the driver links. When one of the table legs is folded and unfolded, the other table legs move simultaneously in a first direction to open and in a second direction to retract.

Abstract: A collapsible table system configured to transition between a table configuration and a case configuration for easy transport or storage. The collapsible table system generally includes a tabletop having a cavity on its lower end adapted to store various components such as legs, clamps, stabilizing members, and/or attachments. The legs may be removably connected to the lower end of the tabletop to support the tabletop at various heights when in the table configuration. The legs may be stored within the cavity of the tabletop when in the case configuration. Clamps may be utilized both connect stabilizing members between the legs and to support a shelf at various heights below the tabletop. Various attachments may be stored within the tabletop to be extracted when needed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a height-adjustable table comprising a table top comprising a first table face and a second table face, and at least a first leg assembly having a first leg end and a second leg end, the first leg assembly comprising a first leg member and a second leg member relatively movable in relation to each other along a longitudinal axis. The second table face comprises at least a first recess arranged to receive a first guide rail where the first leg end of the leg assembly is connected with the guide rail.