Abstract: The invention discloses a carrot drying and crushing integrated apparatus, which includes a working box and a feeding port located in the working box, the feeding port is opened upward, and the working box is fixedly provided with the feeding box. A shattering cavity under the mouth, a shattering device is provided in the shattering cavity, and a stirring and drying cavity located under the shattering cavity is fixed in the working box, and the stirring and drying cavity is provided in the working box. There is a stirring and drying device. The working box is provided with a pulverizing cavity located below the stirring and drying cavity. The present invention simplifies the processing and drying of carrots by using an integrated device in one step. This step saves processing costs. For the problem that the inside of the carrot is difficult to dry and the drying degree is inconsistent, the device solves the above problems by cutting and drying, and grinds the carrot directly through the pulverizing device.

Abstract: An apparatus is configured to apply a treatment agent to an agricultural byproduct. The apparatus includes a fragmenting chamber where the agricultural byproduct is fragmented into particles. An initial amount of a treatment agent is applied to the byproduct in the fragmenting chamber. Particles of a desired size flow through a screen from the fragmenting chamber to a recovery zone. A second amount of the treatment agent is applied to the particles in the recovery zone. A regulator regulates the amount of the treatment agent applied to the particles in the fragmenting chamber and the amount of treatment agent applied in the in the recovery zone. The regulation may be based on one or more feedback mechanisms.

Abstract: Nutrients and/or nutrient supplements with cannabis-derived compounds compacted into soluble pods are described, namely the invention is a combination of formulation with compaction methods and/or coating/encapsulating methods. The formulation includes combining nutrients and/or nutrient supplements with at least one cannabis-derived compound with at least one dissolution agent and at least one binding agent. The methods include compaction and coating/encapsulating the resulting compact-pod or formula to generate a single serve compact-pod unit that can be dissolved into a beverage or liquid.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an oral pouched nicotine product comprising a moist filling material and a saliva-permeable pouch of a packaging material enclosing the moist filling material, wherein the moist filling material comprises a particulate non-tobacco material, such as microcrystalline cellulose, a flavouring agent, a nicotine source, a pH adjusting agent, and within the range of from about 0.5 to about 20% by weight, based on total weight of the filling material, of triglyceride. The moist filling material may further comprise a tobacco material within the range of from about 0 wt % to about 10 wt % based on the total weight of the moist filling material.

Abstract: Systems for extracting solute from a source material are shown and described. The systems may include: a first fluid pathway comprising a solvent source arranged to receive and provide solvent and a solvent conditioner. The solvent conditioner is arranged to receive liquid solvent, condition received liquid solvent by maintaining or establishing a pressure and/or temperature of the received liquid solvent and provide conditioned liquid solvent. The systems may further include a canister adapted to contain plant material and arranged downstream of the first fluid pathway, thereby producing an extract solution of the conditioned liquid solvent and the essential oil extracted from the plant material.

Abstract: A composition for a smoking article adhesive may include, in one embodiment, the combination of pine rosin, acai gum, honey, maple syrup, an oil, and water. This composition may be applied to a smoking wrap in order to form a cigar or other smoking article containing an organic, palatable, and convenient wrap adhesive. Advantageously, such a system does not require licking the adhesive for efficacy.

Abstract: A feeding system (1) for feeding groups (7) of rod-like elements (2) for a tobacco industry machine, wherein the group (7) includes at least two rod-like elements (2) arranged coaxially next to each other, the feeding system including: a container (3) for the rod-like elements (2); a single element feeder (4) for feeding individual rod-like elements (2) from the container (3); an intermediate storage (5) for transferring the rod-like elements (2) from the single element feeder (4) along a storage duct (20) to an elements group feeder (6), wherein an outlet (24) of the storage duct (20) has a tilting track (21) forming a recess (36) for stopping the rod-like elements (2); wherein the elements group feeder (6) includes: a transporting duct (25) connected to the storage duct (20); and a transporter (26) including shovels (27), wherein the shovels (27) are configured to transport the groups (7) of the rod-like elements (2) one after the other along the transporting duct (25) from the storage duct (20) to an outle

Abstract: A vaporization device includes a cartridge for a vaporizer device. For example, the vaporizer cartridge and/or features thereof may improve management of leaks of vaporizable material from the vaporizer cartridge, control of airflow within and/or near the vaporizer cartridge, heating of vaporizable material in the vaporizer cartridge, management of condensate in the vaporizer cartridge, and/or other assembly features of the vaporizer cartridge. Related systems, methods, and articles of manufacture are also described.

Abstract: An inhalation device includes a mouthpiece and a heater having a rigid planar substrate which supports at least one resistive element portion applied over a first region of at least one surface of the substrate, and a pair of contacts each connected to the at least one resistive element portion at one end of the contacts and applied over a second region of the at least one surface of the substrate. The substrate supports an aerosolizable composition deposited on the substrate above the resistive element portion of the heater. The mouthpiece has at least a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet proximate rear and front ends thereof respectively. The heater is disposed within the mouthpiece with at least portions of the contacts being both exposed and accessible so that an electrical connection can be readily achieved when the rear end of the mouthpiece is connected to the inhalation device.

Abstract: An electronic vaping device includes a cartomizer and a battery section. The cartomizer includes a housing, a liquid supply reservoir in the housing, a vaporizer connected to the liquid supply reservoir, a channel adjacent to the liquid supply reservoir. The liquid supply reservoir being is to store vapor precursor. The vaporizer includes a fluid-transport structure that is configured to transport the vapor precursor from the liquid supply reservoir to the channel. The battery section is configured to provide power to the vaporizer. The battery section includes a control circuit that is configured to determine a saturation level of the vapor precursor on the fluid-transport structure based on an electrical resistance of the fluid-transport structure.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device is provided that includes at least one housing structured to retain an aerosol precursor composition. The device includes an atomizer, and a microprocessor configured to operate in an active mode in which the control body is configured to control the atomizer to activate and produce an aerosol from the aerosol precursor composition. And the device includes a heart rate monitor including a plurality of biopotential electrodes affixed to the housing and configured to obtain biopotential measurements from a user, and including signal conditioning circuitry configured to produce an electrocardiogram signal from the biopotential measurements. The microprocessor is coupled to the signal conditioning circuitry and further configured to control operation of at least one functional element of the aerosol delivery device based on the electrocardiogram signal or a heart rate of the user calculated therefrom.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is provided, including one or more DC power sources; a load network including an inductor and a capacitor connected in series; first drive circuitry connected to the DC power source(s) and across the network and being configured to provide a first voltage drop across the network; second drive circuitry connected to the DC power source(s) and across the network and being configured to provide a second voltage drop across the network, the second voltage drop being in an opposite direction to the first voltage drop; and a controller connected to the first and the second drive circuitry and being configured to control the first and the second drive circuitry so that both the first and the second voltage drops are provided across the network periodically and so that the second voltage drop is not provided across the network simultaneously with the first voltage drop.

Abstract: a variable temperature vaporizer accessory has a ceramic cup located within a base that can be attached to a mod type vaporizer. The ceramic cup is surrounded by a housing which has a mouthpiece at its distal end opposite the base. A biased press plate is configured to push down on material within the ceramic cup. A heating element within the base abuts the ceramic cup. The temperature within the ceramic cup may be attenuated. The ceramic cup and the housing defined and insulating air pocket. An air pocket in the bottom of the ceramic cup separates a vaporizing chamber from the hottest region of the vaporizing cup and heats incoming air.

Abstract: A smoking article includes a mouth end portion in fluid communication with an aerosol generating cartridge. The cartridge includes an enclosure configured to receive an aerosol precursor therein, with the aerosol precursor being configured to generate an aerosol in response to heat. At least a portion of the enclosure is permeable such that the aerosol precursor is retained within the enclosure while the aerosol formed from the aerosol precursor is released from the enclosure through the permeable portion upon heating of the enclosure or the aerosol precursor therein.

Abstract: The invention discloses an atomizing device of electronic cigarette and an electronic cigarette having same. The atomizing device comprises a main body, a heating device and a waterproof and breathable membrane, wherein the main body is provided with an air inlet, a suction port and an oil storage chamber, the main body forms an airflow channel between the air inlet and the suction port, the heating device is partially received in the airflow channel and is communicated with the oil storage chamber, the waterproof and breathable membrane is installed on the main body, and the waterproof and breathable membrane covers the airflow channel between the air inlet and the heating device. The technical scheme of the invention effectively prevents the phenomenon that tobacco liquid and condensed water leak out of the air inlet so as to cause damage to external components.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system for tracking and reducing consumption of a substance by a user. The system comprises a vape device comprising a payload reservoir configured to contain a payload to be vaporized, wherein the payload includes the substance, and an atomizer configured to vaporize a portion of the payload during each of a plurality of user inhalations. The system also comprises a software application executable on the computing device, wherein the software application causes the computing device to determine a dosage schedule that causes a reduction in consumption of the substance over a period of time, and control operation of the vape device in accordance with the dosage schedule during a substance reduction period.

Abstract: A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol source; and a control unit that is configured to control the power supply. The control unit acquires a deteriorated state or a failure state of the power supply based on an internal resistance of the power supply.

Abstract: A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a power supply unit; a charging terminal electrically connected to an external power supply charging the power supply; a discharging terminal electrically connected to a load generating an aerosol from an aerosol source; and a control unit detecting a request for aerosol generation and controlling discharging of the power supply through the discharging terminal and charging of the power supply through the charging terminal. The external power supply can be electrically connected to the charging terminal in a state where discharging of the power supply through the discharging terminal is possible. The control unit performs control such that the charging and the discharging are not performed at the same time in a case where the control unit detects the request in a state where the charging terminal and the external power supply are electrically connected.

Abstract: A brassiere includes a first wing and a second wing, a closure including a first closure portion on a first end of the first wing, and a second closure portion on a first end of the second wing; a pair of cups including a first cup connected to the second end of the first wing, and a second cup connected to the second end of the second wing; each cup including an inner contour shaped with an inner apex matching a breast to receive the breast in a natural bust point position, and an outer contour having a size larger than the inner contour and shaped with an outer apex spaced medially from the inner apex, and filling material between the inner contour and the outer contour; a gore connected between the first cup and the second cup; and a pair of straps including a first strap connected to the first cup and the first wing, and a second strap connected to the second cup and the second wing.

Abstract: A therapeutic garment for cooling an arm of a user includes a vest that is configured to position over a torso of the user. A sleeve is coupled to and extends from a circumference of an armhole of the vest so that the sleeve is configured to insert the arm of the user. The sleeve comprises an inner layer that is coupled to an outer layer so that the inner layer and the outer layer define an interior space. The interior space extends from a cuff of the sleeve to the armhole. An orifice is positioned in the outer layer proximate to the armhole. The orifice is configured to selectively insert a cooling material into the interior space, positioning the cooling material to cool the arm of the user. A closure is coupled to the outer layer proximate to the orifice and is positioned to selectively and sealably close the orifice.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable cooling device for humans and/or animals, in particular a vest, a jacket, a cape, a coat or a blanket, characterized in that the portable cooling device (10) comprises at least two water atomizers, which are connected thereto, together with the reservoirs (2.2, 5) and at least two fans (2.1, 6), in that the portable cooling device (10) has a fixing device so that, when in use, a free ventilation and cooling region (11, 12) is formed between the portable cooling device (10) and the surface to be cooled (13, 14) of the human and/or animal, and in that the fans (2.1, 6) and the water atomizers together with the reservoirs (2.2, 5) for ventilating and cooling said ventilation and cooling region (11, 12) are arranged next to one another.

Abstract: A pad for a garment includes a one piece structure comprising interconnected elements made from a compressible material. The elements are arranged such that, when the pad is in a non-deformed state, each element is spaced apart from adjacent elements by a void. The elements are interconnected such that, when the pad is deformed, a zigzag arrangement of at least three elements is formed and/or a void enclosed by at least two adjacent elements expands.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a reversible neckline shapewear garment that can be worn forwards or backwards, depending on the wearer's preference. The reversible shapewear garment described herein includes two necklines, wherein the first neckline may extend under the wearer's breasts and the second neckline may extend across or above the wearer's breasts. Advantageously, this reversible garment may be worn backwards or forwards by the wearer while contouring to the natural body without creating visible lines or bulges of fabric or losing shape. Also disclosed herein are methods of assembling and wearing the reversible neckline shapewear garment.

Abstract: A thin coated supported glove (400), having a thin knitted liner (300), wherein the thin knitted liner has a plurality of finger components, a thumb component (402), a backhand component (420), and a palm component. The thin knitted liner comprises a covered yarn having a first yarn (100) and a second yarn (200), wherein the first yarn (102) is a core yarn that is 20 denier or less, and a second yarn, wherein the second yarn (104) is at least one of an intermingled yarn or a first wrapping yarn surrounding the core yarn, wherein the second yarn is 30 denier or less; and a thin polymeric coating adhered to the thin knitted liner.

Abstract: A hand protection method is provided that detects hand self-motion information and relative motion information between the hand and surrounding objects. The method also contemplates evaluating a risk level of the hand injured by surrounding objects according to the detected self-motion information and the detected relative motion information. An alarm is sounded if the risk rises above a predetermined risk level.

Abstract: A perspiration diverting headband is provided having a flexible tubing having a first and second end, an elastic band, wherein the band is disposed within the tubing, a first connector coupled to a first end of the tubing, and a second connector coupled to a second end of the tubing, wherein the first and second connector secure the elastic band and tubing, and a slidable tension fastener configured to secure the elastic band. In addition, the tubing can be flexible tubing that is cylindrical in cross-section. Further, the flexible tubing can be configured to divert perspiration fluids away from a forehead region to a temple region of a user's head. Further, the headband can be simple to use and adjust, simple to manufacture, made of light weight moisture resistant and anti-microbial material, hygienic, and can be customized and configured to any shape, color, or design.

Abstract: A garment for men and women comprising two sleeves (1.2, 3.3) having a tight fit when a user is wearing the garment, a back piece (1.1, 2.3), arranged to be attached to both sleeves (1.2, 3.3) at respective back seems (1.4, 4.1, 4.4) and a front piece (2.1, 3.4). The garment comprises an inner back piece (2.2, 3.5, 4.2) being attached to both sleeves (1.2, 3.3) at the respective back seams (1.4, 4.1, 4.4). The inner back piece (2.2, 3.5, 4.2) has a length between the back seams (1.4, 4.1, 4.4) of at least 1 cm shorter than a length of the back piece (1.1, 2.3), a width between 8 cm to 20 cm and an elasticity so that the fabric can expand by a maximum of 20% of its original length so that the position of the shoulder is guided to stimulate the user to hold the shoulder blades together.

Abstract: A garment pocket that secures a smartphone or wallet without using zippers or velcro and a method for making same. Keep valuable items secure while being quickly and easily accessible. Protects a phone from damage by coins and keys. The pocket is made secure based on its opening direction and placement relative to a normal pocket by using its outer flap as a barrier to catch any items that may slide out. This pocket is on the hip to reduce damage to phones during activity by moving them off the users lap. The placement of the pocket also reduces pocket swing.

Abstract: A clothing cuff clip attachable to an article of clothing, especially a pants leg cuff, to gather and lift the clothing up from an adjacent surface and provide a modest barrier between the surface and the clothing item being worn. The clothing cuff clip is inexpensive to manufacture in large quantities and may be disposable after extended use. The clip is easy to attach to the lower back edge of the pants leg cuff on the item of clothing being worn and yet remains securely attached even after extended use. Optionally, a contamination indicator that changes in appearance when subjected to significant moisture, a change in pH, or the presence of a selected contaminant material, is positioned on the lower floor contact area of the clip to provide the wearer with an indication of when the clip, and therefore the item of clothing, has come into contact with contaminated materials.

Abstract: A false eyelash conversion system and an applicator for use with an eyelash extension system are disclosed.

Abstract: Cosmetic treatment method for adding fibers to natural eyelashes, comprising: a) applying an adhesive composition (A) to at least part of the eyelashes, b) bringing fibers (12) borne by an applicator (10) into contact with said adhesive composition (A) present on said eyelashes, c) moving the applicator (10) away from the eyelashes, so as to release fibers (12) which adhere to said eyelashes.

Abstract: An adjustable hat has a first attachment member and a strap connection member that cooperate to allow a strap to be easily connected and removed from the adjustable hat. The two elements may also be reversed with regard to construction and attachment to parts of the hat. The two members can be disengaged from one another without having to access them in the space formed by the hat and the band.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are described for predicting a neurological injury to a participant in an activity. The activity can be, for example, an athletic activity that involves repeated, high-impact collisions between participants. Sensor data reflecting interactions between participants in the activity is received from various wearable and non-wearable sensors. The sensor data is evaluated in conjunction with a baseline neurological risk profile of a participant to determine a likelihood that the participant has suffered a potential neurological injury. If this likelihood meets a threshold risk level, an onsite request/response test is initiated to glean more information relating to the participant's condition. Response data associated with the onsite test is cognitively evaluated to determine an updated likelihood of neurological injury to the participant and a follow-up action is determined based on the updated likelihood of neurological injury.

Abstract: An improved head protection helmet assembly includes a helmet and a torso subassembly that is either a support vest or a shoulder pad subassembly. The helmet and torso subassembly are attached together in a way the helmet cannot move relative to the torso subassembly. A force applied to the helmet is transferred to the torso subassembly. The head of a person using the head protection helmet assembly can be moved inside, and relative to, the helmet. The head protection helmet assembly can also include front and rear body plates attached to the torso subassembly to reduce movement of the torso subassembly and the helmet.

Abstract: A strap retainer (4) for attaching a chinstrap (3) to a safety helmet (1). The strap retainer (4) includes a clip (5) that has a first latch (52A) that is movable between an engaged position and a retracted position. The first latch (52A) is resiliently biased toward the engaged position. The strap retainer (4) further has a slider (6) that is displaceable between a lock setting and a release setting. The lock setting causes a movement of the first latch (52A) toward the retracted position to be impeded, and the release setting causes the impeding to be suspended.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments illustrate methods and systems for training users in sports using mixed reality. The method includes retrieving data from athletes wearing helmets, wearable glasses, and/or motion-capture suits in real time. The helmets and the wearable glasses are integrated with mixed-reality technology. Further, physical performance data of the athletes is captured using a variety of time-synchronized measurement techniques. Thereafter, the athletes are trained using the captured data and audio, visual and haptic feedback.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a load cell module configured to be insertedly disposed in shoes and a weight management service system using the same. The load cell module comprises: a main case (10) including a load cell accommodating space (11) projected upwardly at one side thereof and a circuit and battery accommodating space (12), which are formed therein; a load cell (20) accommodated in the load cell accommodating space (11); a main PCB (30) including a tilt sensor(31) and a transmission and reception unit (32), the main PCB being accommodated in the circuit and battery accommodating space 12; and a battery (40) accommodated in the circuit and battery accommodating space 12, whereby the load cell module is detachably mounted to a heel part (H) of a midsole (M) of a shoe.

Abstract: The subject matter of the present disclosure relates, in various embodiments, to improved footwear in the nature of sandals, shoes, sports shoes, running and jogging shoes, civilian and military boots, work boots and work shoes, water shoes, waders, and the like, for personal use in walking on sand and other granular terrain, each item of footwear comprising a distinctively profiled outsole. A left outsole profile is defined by a first radius, and a right outsole profile is defined by a second radius. A line connecting the center of each radius passes through and defines the centers of the side profiles of the outsole. A preferred toe-out or progressive angle of approximately six degrees helps ensure that the outsole, during use, is near the widest position for optimal left and right side balance.

Abstract: Provided herein is a strap with increased pull strength and footwear comprising such a strap. In particular, provided herein are straps with texture features that increase pull strength.

Abstract: A footwear stability and comfort system (footwear system) comprises an insole having an anatomic footbed, and footwear incorporating the insole. The disclosed footwear system is designed to provide a cradle around the bottom and sides of the foot for support during flexion while walking, and for proper placement of the foot within the shoe.

Abstract: A method of forming a castless orthotic for a patient's foot in need thereof. The method comprises preparing an orthotic template for the foot wherein the template extends between a heel end and a toe end. In preparing the template the steps of attaching a three-quarter length or full length upper thermoplastic material to a or three-quarter length lower thermoplastic material, or providing a thermoplastic material having a variable thickness such that said thickness decreases from said heel end to said toe end is provided. Then attaching an outer lower layer to the lower thermoplastic material and attaching an outer upper layer to the upper thermoplastic material, or attaching an outer layer to each face of the variable thickness thermoplastic material and heating the prepared orthotic template for a predetermined period of time at a predetermined temperature to soften the orthotic template. A wrap is then placed on top of the foot foam and the foot of the patient is placed on top of the wrap and foot foam.

Abstract: A static electricity discharging shoe with conductive link to ground having a conductive insole contacting with a sole of a foot of a user, and a conductive outer sole contacting with a ground; and an electro-conductive insert, having an upper major and a lower minor base, the insert in electrical communication between the insole and the outer sole, the insert having a lateral geometry proportioned for complemental engagement within a mid-sole situated between the insole and the outer sole, a narrow middle portion of the insert secured within the mid-sole, the upper surface of the insert positioned opposite to the plantar metatarsal region of the sole of the foot proximally to the K-1 acupressure point when the foot abuts the insole, the upper surface of the insert defining a slightly raised pad, having orthopedic benefit in off-loading of metatarsal stresses on the foot in the area of the K-1 point.

Abstract: A footwear apparatus includes a primary outsole having a primary cavity, a secondary outsole connected to the primary, outsole and having a secondary cavity, a midsole movably disposed over the primary outsole and secondary outsole including a primary protrusion extending at least partially within the primary cavity, and a tertiary outsole disposed about the primary protrusion. The footwear apparatus defines a z-axis through the secondary cavity and substantially normal to a ground surface, a y-axis extending substantially from the secondary cavity to the primary cavity, and an x-axis substantially normal to a plane created by the z-axis and the y-axis. The midsole is configured to rotate substantially about the x-axis, rotate substantially about the y-axis, to resist rotation substantially about the z-axis. The footwear apparatus is adaptive to a around surface orientation on which the wearer walks and to rotational movements of the wearers body.

Abstract: A hidden drainage system for shoes, configured on the outsole of a shoe, in which the two sides of the outsole are provided with a plurality of curved sections that are curved inward; the top of the outsole is provided with a plurality of transverse drainage troughs and several longitudinal drainage troughs; each of the transverse drainage troughs extends along the direction of the width of the outsole, and both ends are communicated with each of the curved sections, so that the two ends of each of the transverse drainage troughs will not be exposed on the side face of the outsole; the longitudinal drainage troughs extend along the length of the outsole and are communicated with each of the transverse drainage troughs; thus, water entering the shoe will flow into each of the transverse and longitudinal drainage troughs, and be discharged from each of the transverse drainage troughs.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear having a heel region, a mid-foot region, a forefoot region, an interior region, and a peripheral region. The sole structure including a bladder having a chamber including an arcuate segment extending around the heel region, a first segment extending along the peripheral region on a medial side of the sole structure from the arcuate segment to a first terminal end in the forefoot region, and a second segment spaced apart from the first segment across a width of the sole structure and extending along the peripheral region on a lateral side of the sole structure from the arcuate segment to a second terminal end in the forefoot region. A peripheral outsole extends along the chamber and a first cushion is disposed between the first segment and the second segment and is exposed through an opening of the peripheral outsole.

Abstract: This FOOT COVER to be used for the average skilled tradesman who performs work on roofs having sloped areas and or any professional who must access roof top areas as part of their everyday profession. Because it is designed of a combination of rubber having different durity and shock absorbing characteristic making it an everyday shoe; FOOT COVER has a wearsole that contains a hardening agent, which increases wearsole life expectancy. FOOT COVER is constructed of a synergistic blend such as but not limited to rubber, foam, plastic and fabric. Said wearsole upper being artesian innersole, but not limited to a two piece design having an outer, upper, inner, wearsole and elastic suitable for use on sloped areas, typical bottom having an elongated portion having protrusion and or indents or neither creating a gripping surface suitable for grasping said sloped areas of roof.

Abstract: A footwear construction is provided including a sole assembly having one or more active gripping pods that collapse upon themselves to grip underfoot surfaces and terrain. The gripping pods can include a generally centrally located actuator lug that engages a ground surface and collapses upward and optionally into the sole assembly, and while so doing, pulls one or more adjacent lug rings toward it along corresponding arcuate paths. The collapse and pull in of the lug rings causes those elements to grip the ground surface with a predetermined force.

Abstract: Designs for insoles comprising forefoot support are described herein. In certain embodiments, the forefoot support comprises openings and grooves that confer ventilation and flexibility. Insoles may be customized for individual users and specific types of footwear.

Abstract: A custom fitted shoe for diabetic patients including a custom insole and a custom upper, both manufactured from a whole-foot impression, the custom upper featuring a widened toe box, extra cushioning in the big toe, pinky toe, and heel regions, and elastic in the ankle region, and dual fastening system including elastic laces and removable Velcro fastening system; the custom insole feature toe wells and toe separation ridges to prevent toes from contacting and rubbing against one-another.

Abstract: A waterproof and breathable upper comprises a fabric upper, a water-repellent structure, and a breathable waterproof film. The fabric upper has a first surface and a second surface, and the first surface is opposite to the second surface. The water-repellent structure is formed on the first surface of the fabric upper. The breathable waterproof film is formed on the second surface of the fabric upper.