Abstract: A garment with low profile fasteners for removable attachment to a top to keep the top tucked in. The fasteners are low-profile, magnetic, and entirely flexible to improve the comfort to a user. Each fastener includes first and second magnetic components that engage each other. The garment can have a generally rectangular shape with fasteners on a first end and a second end. The magnetic components may be embedded within a tab that is fixedly attached to the first and second ends of the garment. The garment can also be a typical undergarment having a waist band, with the first magnetic components of the fasteners embedded in the waist band that cooperatively engage the separate, second magnetic components.

Abstract: Convertible garments for various wear, including, but without limitation, athleticwear, casualwear, dancewear, waterwear (e.g., bathing suit), and other activities, are disclosed herein. In some example embodiments, convertible garments may be specially configured using connection means, for example comprising a first piece connector and a second piece connector, which enables transitioning from a connected state to an attached state to an unattached state. Embodiments include a convertible garment comprising an upper garment, lower garment, and connection means, such as one or more elastic band(s) and an extendible zipper. In some such embodiments, the extendible zipper comprises an upper extendible zipper component fixedly attached to a lower edge of the upper garment, and a lower extendible zipper component fixedly attached to an upper edge of the lower garment. A wearer of the convertible garment may transition the state of the convertible garment by engaging the connection means.

Abstract: A double-sided undergarment apparatus for adding multiple styles and increase use to a single undergarment includes an undergarment body having a front side, a back side, a waist aperture, a right leg aperture, and a left leg aperture. The undergarment body has an inner side and an outer side. The inner side has a first pattern and the outer side having a second pattern. A double waistband is coupled to the undergarment body. The double waistband is coupled to a perimeter of the waist aperture and comprises an inner waistband and an outer waistband. The double waistband is elasticized. The apparatus is wearable with either the inner side and the inner waistband facing outwards or with the outer side and the outer waistband facing outwards.

Abstract: A suffocation-preventing blanket, including a main body to receive at least a portion of a body of a baby thereupon, and a plurality of gloves disposed on at least a portion of the main body to store hands of the baby therein.

Abstract: A pressure-adjustable brassiere pad includes a main body and a gas collection actuator. The main body includes an outer surface layer, an inner surface layer, and a gas bag layer enclosed between the outer surface layer and the inner surface layer. The gas passage of the gas bag layer has a connection end extended out from the main body. The gas collection actuator is connected to the connection end and includes a gas transmitter, a control module, and a gas pressure detector. The gas transmitter supplies gas to the gas bag layer so as to adjust the internal pressure of the gas bag layer. The gas pressure detector detects the internal gas pressure to monitor the internal pressure and notify the control module to control the operation of the gas transmitter.

Abstract: A sport garment cellphone case apparatus for securing and waterproofing a cellphone for use in sports includes a sport garment being configured to be worn by a user while performing an activity. A case holder is coupled to the sport garment and comprises a plurality of L-shaped corners. Each of the corners has a sidewall extending from a breast of the sport garment and a front wall perpendicularly extending from the sidewall. A tether is coupled to the sport garment. The tether has a proximal end coupled to the breast of the sport garment between the corners of the case holder and a distal end. A case is coupled to the tether and comprises a case back coupled to the distal end and a case front coupled to the case back. The case front is selectively engageable with the case back and is configured to sealingly contain a cellphone.

Abstract: A garment includes a garment body, a wear detection device configured to detect whether the garment body is worn by a worker, and a control device configured to output an alert signal for controlling an alert device based on detection data of the wear detection device.

Abstract: A protective padding section includes an upper layer, an opposing lower layer and a repeating array of cushioning regions disposed between, and continuously bonded to, the upper layer and the lower layer. Each cushioning region has a same first cushion thickness. A repeating array of apertures is disposed between the cushioning regions and each aperture extends through the padding section. The padding section has a first thickness and a first width and upon application of a force, the padding section expands in width from the first width to a second width greater than the first width and when the application of force is removed, the width of the padding section contracts to the first width.

Abstract: A protective device for protection of a user, a process for manufacture thereof and use of a knitting machine for manufacturing such a protective device. In particular the protective device includes an inflatable element able to assume an active inflated condition and a deflated rest condition. The inflatable element includes a knitted body with closed structure on at least four sides or walls and having an at least partially tubular form and defining an inner zone or inner chamber. The knitted body also includes a second filament which forms a plurality of joining threads which cross the inner chamber and are knotted to two faces of the knitted body.

Abstract: A surgical gown folded in a unique pattern that provides for a smaller sized gown that can be packaged in a smaller sized outer wrap as well as provide for an easily donnable gown that maintains its sterility. The fold pattern provides for the interior surfaces of the gown to be visible, and preferably, a portion of the interior surfaces, while maintaining sterility of the exterior surfaces by keeping them inside of the gown. A method of folding the gown in this new pattern is provided herein as well as a method of donning the folded gown.

Abstract: A wrist cuff (11) that provides absorption of liquids moving from user's hands (18) during face cleaning comprises of ruffled water absorbent cloth (16) encasing elastic core element (15). A user of the wrist cuffs pulls them over wrists (17) thereby providing protection from liquids dripping towards elbows and also wrist cuffs catch splash liquid drops flying from user's hands (18) towards bathroom furniture during face cleaning.

Abstract: A flame-retarding composition in the form of a homogeneous powder comprises a carbonaceous component at least partly functionalized with phosphate groups; and an ammonium phosphate compound. The invention also relates to a method for the production of such a composition, to a fire-retarding mixture in the form of a polymer dispersion comprising the powder composition and a water-based polymer emulsion, and to a method for treating a fabric comprising a step of applying a fire-retarding mixture comprising the composition onto a surface of the fabric and a step for heat treatment of the fabric.

Abstract: The cosmetic article includes a plurality of false eyelashes, a thin support carrying the false eyelashes, and an applicator adhering to the support and having at least one gripping portion for holding the applicator directly by two opposite faces of the gripping portion when the applicator adheres to the support.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a measurement garment and a measuring system. The measurement garment includes a first recognition pattern. The first recognition pattern is disposed at a stretchable part of the measurement garment, wherein the first recognition pattern comprises a first reference point and a second reference point, the stretchable part corresponds to a body part of a wearer wearing the measurement garment, and a specific distance between the first reference and a second reference point varies in response to the body part, and a variation of the specific distance is used for measuring a dimension of the body part.

Abstract: In implementations of pattern filling in garment pieces, a pattern filling system represents a first garment piece as a first curve and a second garment piece as a second curve. The system determines a relationship between the first garment piece and the second garment piece by comparing the first curve and the second curve. The pattern filling system generates a visually pleasing fill pattern for the first garment piece and the second garment piece based on the determined relationship.

Abstract: An exemplary accessory mount for securing an accessory to a helmet includes a body, a moveable arm, and a hinge portion. The body has a top, bottom, and first and second sides. A fixed tab extends from the bottom of the body and a moveable tab extends from a top of the moveable arm. The hinge portion hingeably attaches the moveable arm to the top of the body proximate one of the first and second sides.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to an air inflatable type hood for respiration, which includes: a compressed air cylinder having a first micropore formed therein, and filled with compressed air; and an airbag arranged to be able to transfer fluid with the compressed air cylinder and deployable in a helmet shape so as to be able to receive the wearer's head through an injection of the compressed air in the compressed air cylinder.

Abstract: A helmet comprising an energy absorbing layer (2) and a sliding facilitator (5) is provided The sliding facilitator is provided inside of the energy absorbing (2). A method of manufacturing a helmet comprising a sliding facilitator is farther provided The method comprising the steps of providing an energy absorbing layer in the mould, and providing a sliding facilitator for contacting the energy absorbing layer.

Abstract: Impact-dissipating liners, helmets having an impact-dissipating liner, helmet liner retainers, and methods of protecting the head from impact are provided. The liners include a fluid impermeable enclosure having internal cavities, and a fluid contained in the enclosure. The enclosures are in fluid communication via passages comprising a restriction between the internal cavities of the enclosures that may restrict flow of the fluid between the enclosures. The helmet liner retainers include a head strap and at least one projection extending from the head strap sized to engage at least one recess in a headgear liner. The engagement of the at least one projection with the at least one recess in the headgear liner at least partially retains the headgear liner. Though applicable to a broad range of protective headgear, the liners and liner retainers disclosed are uniquely adapted for use in construction helmets, that is, “hard hats.

Abstract: Various implementations include a wearable audio device for enhancing the acoustic response proximate a user, for example, in the direction of the user's mouth. In particular implementations, a wearable audio device includes: a head mount having: a crown portion for resting on a head of a user, and a brim extending from the crown portion in a forward-oriented direction; and a plurality of microphones coupled to the brim of the head mount.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a platform extending along a perimeter portion of the midsole and a lattice structure integrally formed with the platform, the lattice structure including a network of laths.

Abstract: Components for articles of footwear and athletic equipment including a foam are provided. The foam portion of the components and articles include a composition which includes a thermoplastic copolyester, the composition having a foam structure. A polymer layer is provided on at least on surface of the foam portion. The polymer layer can control or reduce the water uptake of the foam portion. Methods of making the compositions, foams, and components are provided, as well as methods of making an article of footwear including one of the foam components. In some aspects, the foams and foam components can be made by injection molding, or injection molding followed by compression molding.

Abstract: An outsole for an athletic shoe that includes a heel section and a forefoot section. The heel and forefoot sections are on the outer surface of the outsole. The forefoot section includes a tread pattern that provides first and second ground friction forces. The first ground friction force promotes rotation in a first rotational direction about a rotation point of the forefoot section. The second ground friction force restricts rotation in a second rotational direction about the rotation point. The second rotational direction is opposite of the first rotational direction and the second ground friction force is greater than the first ground friction force.

Abstract: Presented are footwear sole structures with foot-cushioning insoles movably mounted onto impact-attenuating midsoles, methods for making/using such sole structures, and footwear fabricated with such sole structures. A multilayered sole structure assembly includes an insole movably mounted on a midsole. The midsole is formed with a first compressible material and includes opposing upper and lower midsole surfaces, multiple protrusions projecting from the upper midsole surface, and multiple pockets recessed into the upper midsole surface and interleaved with the midsole protrusions. The insole, which is formed with a second compressible material distinct from the first compressible material, includes opposing upper and lower insole surfaces, multiple protrusions projecting from the lower insole surface and interleaved with the midsole protrusions, and multiple pockets recessed into the lower insole surface and interleaved with the insole protrusions.

Abstract: A shoe may include an upper portion that includes one or more textile (e.g., wool) layers and one or more water-resistant membranes for providing or enhancing water resistance of the shoes. The water-resistant membranes may be positioned between the textile layers to provide or enhance water resistance without affecting the appearance and/or feel of the interior and exterior surfaces of the upper portion. The shoe may include a durable water repellent coating along at least a portion of an exterior surface for water resistance and durability. The shoes described herein may be constructed at least partially using bio-based materials.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shoe, especially to a sports shoe, having a shoe upper. The shoe upper consists at least partially of a knitted fabric. The shoe upper has a plurality of loops for threading a lace to allow the tying of the shoe at the foot of a wearer by means of the lace. To provide an easy and efficient method for adjusting the lacing or tying of the shoe at the foot of the wearer individually, at least a part of the loops consist of a knitted fabric. The loops have the shape of a tubular body which forms a passage for the lace.

Abstract: An adjustable inclined foot scanner includes a frame having a connected platform, a positionally adjustable rear foot support connected to the frame and movable with respect to the platform, a heel support pivotally mounted on the rear foot support, a three-dimensional camera scanning system for covering a majority of a user's foot, the scanning system including a frontal foot scanning assembly, an under-foot scanning assembly for covering at least an arch portion of the user's foot, and a rear foot scanning assembly.

Abstract: Systems and methods for forming a custom fitted shoe insole. The method includes placing a shoe insole template plate proximate a heating element that heats the shoe insole template plate to a temperature sufficient to make it deformable. The method further includes placing the sufficiently heated shoe insole template plate onto a foam structure, placing a foot of a user on the heated shoe insole template plate, and applying foot pressure to the heated shoe insole template plate, causing it to deform to match a topology of the sole of the user's foot. The shoe insole template plate is then removed from the foam structure, cooled and hardened, and inserted into a shoe as the custom fitted shoe insole.

Abstract: Buffing of a footwear component allows for an alteration of the component surface to achieve an intended surface for aesthetics and/or manufacturing purposes. The buffing is performed in a system having a vision module, a sidewall buffing module, an up surface buffing module, and a down surface buffing module. Each of the buffing modules are adapted for the unique shape and sizes of a footwear component to effectively and automatically buff the footwear component.

Abstract: Buffing of a footwear component allows for an alteration of the component surface to achieve an intended surface for aesthetics and/or manufacturing purposes. The buffing is performed in a system having a vision module, a sidewall buffing module, an up surface buffing module, and a down surface buffing module. Each of the buffing modules are adapted for the unique shape and sizes of a footwear component to effectively and automatically buff the footwear component.

Abstract: Buffing of a footwear component allows for an alteration of the component surface to achieve an intended surface for aesthetics and/or manufacturing purposes. The buffing is performed in a system having a vision module, a sidewall buffing module, an up surface buffing module, and a down surface buffing module. Each of the buffing modules are adapted for the unique shape and sizes of a footwear component to effectively and automatically buff the footwear component.

Abstract: An article of clothing in the form of a belt includes: a cord having a proximal end and a distal end; and a buckle having an eyelet and a locking feature; wherein the buckle is attached to the proximal end and the distal end of the cord is configured to pass through the buckle eyelet; and the locking feature is structured and arranged to selectively lock and unlock movement of the cord through the buckle.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a detachable buckle, including a belt head, a tail clamp, a fixing base, buckle buttons. One end of the fixing base is a hollow slot, the one end of the fixing base is connected with the tail clamp, and at least one socket is disposed on the one end of the fixing base. An opening is disposed on an edge of the hollow slot. Sliding grooves are disposed on both ends of the tail clamp, and the one end of the tail clamp is near the fixing base. Insert blocks sliding along the sliding grooves are disposed inside the sliding grooves. The insert blocks are connected with the buckle buttons, the buckle buttons drive the insert blocks to enter the hollow slot of the fixing base by pushing the tail clamp, and the buckle buttons are fixed with the sockets.

Abstract: A male buckling component for a magnetic buckling assembly. The male buckling component comprises a male locking portion having a column structure. The male locking portion comprises an abutting structure at an end of the column structure, and a male engaging structure adjacent to the abutting structure and formed around a circumference of the column structure. An installation chamber is formed inside the male locking portion, and a male magnetic component is installed into the installation chamber so that the male magnetic component is inside the male locking portion of the male buckling component.

Abstract: [Object] To provide lock fasteners that can be easily manufactured to have great fastening ability. [Solution] A lock fastener includes a touch fastener and a base member 4 insert-molded to the touch fastener. The base member 4 is formed with a space 32 adapted to be filled with a resin material at a time of insert-molding, and the space 32 includes an opening 38-41 formed in a surface 25 of the base member 4. The opening 38-41 is surrounded by a peripheral wall part 45 of the surface 25. The peripheral wall part 45 is adapted to abut a base of the touch fastener at the time of insert molding and to serve as a bank for preventing the resin material filled into the space 32 from leaking.

Abstract: An illuminated ankle strap assembly for enhancing visibility of a user in a darkened environment includes a strap that is wearable around a user's ankle. A plurality of light emitters is coupled to the strap to emit light outwardly from the strap. Each of the light emitters is actuatable in a first condition having each of the light emitters blinking on and off to visually alert the motorists to the location of the user in a darkened environment. Each of the light emitters is actuatable in a second condition has each of the light emitters is continually on. In this way each of the light emitters enhances visibility for the user when the user is walking in a darkened environment.

Abstract: A system with a wristband and another device to complete the system as mentioned in the claims. The wristband contains the technology in a small compartment part of the bracelet. The other device (that completes the system) has the radio-frequency technology embedded inside and also there will be a sticker made with our technology inside of it to stick on devices mentioned in our claims as Part 2 of the system.

Abstract: An adjustable link (10) for watch or jewellery bracelet (100), including a first element (1) and second element (2) assembled by spacing adjustment means (30) according to discrete positions, the first element (1) including a transverse chamber (15) enclosing two jaws (12A; 12B) returned one towards the other by springs (13A; 13B) and including notches (120A; 120B) for immobilising in various longitudinal positions (D) a stop element (5) integral with the second structural element (2), these jaws (12A; 12B) being disengageable by transverse push-buttons (3A; 3B), each including a relief (31) continuously engaging with an complementary relief (131) of the first structural element (1) for protecting the spacing adjustment means (30) against the insertion of foreign bodies, and for hiding same from the view of the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is a gaming chip and method of manufacturing the gaining chip. The gaming chip can include a chip component with one or more affixing points. A clip insert can be coupled to the one or more affixing points. A second component can be injected to prevent the clip insert from being removed from the chip component.

Abstract: A twist lock mechanism for easily achieving a secure locking relationship between an outer member and an inner member is provided for use on an umbrella with a ball-joint based for adaptive orientation, and a spike receiving base or anchoring base mechanism.

Abstract: A travel bag assembly that utilizes a bag construct with a top surface. A retractable pull handle is provided. A depression is formed in the top surface of the bag construct. A support platform is provided that either directly fits into the depression or can be folded to fit in the depression. The support platform is connected to the bag construct by at least one adjustable shaft. The adjustable shaft enables the support platform to be selectively adjusted in elevation throughout a range above top surface of the bag construct without effecting the retractable pull handle.

Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a front cover and a storage compartment for storage of personal items such as credit cards, personal identification cards, and/or cash is disclosed. The protective case includes a main body and a detachable panel configured to cover an aperture through the shell of the protective case providing access to the storage compartment via a hinged connection. The shell, panel, and front are secured to flexible layers, which allow the case to be positioned in one or more viewing/operating positions.

Abstract: An external frame for use with a piece of luggage having a fold-out computer case or detachable bag connection frame that has the ability to lay flat and can easily be removed with one hand in preparation for inspection through an X-Ray machine and other inspection machines.

Abstract: A stroller caddy is provided. The stroller caddy includes a smaller removable secondary caddy that is nested within a larger primary caddy. Each of the primary and secondary caddy includes straps for independently connecting each caddy to the handlebars of an infant stroller. When nested, the secondary caddy is connected to the primary caddy near the top opening of the primary caddy. A top panel of the secondary caddy provides beverage and cell phone receptacles. A top flap is provided to cover the top opening. The primary caddy serves as a diaper bag that can be carried like a backpack. The front panel of the primary caddy unzips on both sides to provide access from the front to a cabinet-like main compartment having one or more adjustable shelves. The front panel unfolds again to provide a sanitary and private baby-changing surface.

Abstract: An eyelash curler comprising a handle, an actuator, and a curling head. The handle has an elongated shape with a top end and a bottom end. The actuator is embedded within the handle with a switch exposed on the surface of the handle and an actuator stem extending from the top end of the handle. Manipulating the switch moves the actuator between a first position and a second position. The curling head has only one support bar, a first curler arm coupled to the end of the support bar, and a second curler arm coupled to the top end of the actuator stem. When the actuator is in the first position, the second curler arm is in contact with the top end of the handle and when the actuator is in the second position, the second curler arm is in contact with the first curler arm.

Abstract: An opening/closing nozzle of a discharge pump for a cosmetic container is configured such that it is advantageous in that inflow of air into a nozzle of the cosmetic container can be prevented such that not only degeneration of the content and hardening of the content inside the nozzle, which would otherwise occur if air flows into the nozzle, can be prevented, but the reliability of the product can also be improved.

Abstract: A shoulder that is functionally attached to a container body and neck provides a desirable aesthetics to packaging, particularly packaging suitable for personal care products.

Abstract: A liquid dispenser for cosmetic liquids having a liquid reservoir and an applicator. An outlet channel connects the reservoir to the applicator, the outlet channel being formed either valveless or with an outlet valve. The liquid dispenser has a pressure generating device which pressurizes liquid in the reservoir for conveyance through the outlet channel to the applicator. The pressure generating device has an air pumping device which feeds and an actuating pressure chamber. The actuating pressure chamber adjoins, and is separated from, the reservoir by a displaceable wall so that an overpressure in the actuating pressure chamber leads to an overpressure in the reservoir. The air pumping device has manual actuator, allowing air to be pumped into the actuating pressure chamber by the actuator, so that the overpressure in the actuating pressure chamber and in the reservoir rises sufficiently to convey liquid from the reservoir to the applicator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tip applicator and a cosmetic ingredient applying device having the same. According to the present invention, the tip applicator, which applies a cosmetic substance to a user's skin, includes: a body having a given shape; and a plurality of functional surfaces formed on the side periphery of the body, wherein two functional surfaces adjacent to each other among the plurality of functional surfaces have different widths on at least a portion thereof in a direction parallel with a circumferential direction of the body.

Abstract: Sample cosmetic product (1) having an applicator comprising: a shell (7), incorporating a first portion (13) comprising a first cavity (10), and a second portion (15) comprising a second cavity (13) connected together so as to enable the reception of an applicator, a cover (8) positioned on the shell so as to cover the first cavity and the second cavity, the cover being welded around the first cavity on the first portion of the shell forming a first weld (26), and around the second cavity of the second portion of the shell forming a second weld (27), the first weld being intended to be dewelded by peeling away the cover in order to enable the opening of the first cavity, the packaging comprising reinforcing means separating the first portion and the second portion, the reinforcing means being intended to prevent the dewelding of the second weld.