Abstract: Embodiments are disclosed for headwear including an eyewear retaining pocket. For example, the headwear may include a headwear body, a first top opening disposed on a first side of the headwear body and providing access to a first pocket formed at the first side of the headwear body, the first pocket including a first inner surface and a second inner surface, and a first bottom opening disposed on the first side of the headwear, below the first top opening, and providing access to the first pocket or to another pocket formed at the first side of the headwear body, where the first top opening and the first bottom opening are of unequal size.

Abstract: A protective apparel system for use with a surgical helmet having a headlamp and including a protective apparel apparatus comprising a surgical garment, wherein the garment defines a sterile barrier between the wearer and the environment. The system includes a lens assembly adjacent to the surgical garment on the environment side and configured to cooperate with a coupling member for use with the headlamp. The lens assembly may include a control member and a lens, wherein the control member is be manipulatable by a wearer. The control member may be configured wherein manipulation by the wearer may reposition the lens of the lens assembly to adjust the direction and/or intensity of the light from the headlamp without breaching the sterile barrier.

Abstract: The disclosed technology includes methods, systems, and apparatus related to utilizing high strength magnets to adhere accessories, decorative units, and other features to a helmet without compromising the safety features of the helmet. The magnets may be attached in magnet-based mounting systems to the helmet or integrated into the helmet. The mounting systems may include rare-earth magnets and high strength adhesives to adhere to a helmet surface and maintain attachment during high speed or contact, such as during sports activities. In some embodiments, accessories, decorative units, and other features include electronics for lighting, music, video, GPS, or other features.

Abstract: A light reflecting headgear assembly includes an article of headgear that is wearable on a user's head. The article of headgear is comprised of a rigid material to protect the user's head from impact. A substrate is coupled on the article of headgear and a plurality of beads is each partially embedded into the substrate. Each of the beads is comprised of a translucent material to pass light therethrough. Each of the beads is partially embedded into the substrate to reflect light for enhancing visibility of the article of headgear in a darkened environment. A covering layer is positioned over the plurality beads and the covering layer is comprised of a translucent material to pass light therethrough.

Abstract: The full-face helmet system comprises a full-facemask that combines the strength of a facemask frame and a reinforcement layer to allow for improved visibility, safety and impact performance, while reducing weight. The full-facemask comprises a reinforcement layer and a facemask frame, the reinforcement layer may be coupled to the external surface or internal surface of a facemask frame. The reinforcement layer may match or substantially match one or more contours of the facemask frame, the reinforcement layer comprises at least one vent opening that is coincident with the player's mouth.

Abstract: An article of footwear including an upper and a sole secured to the upper, where the sole includes an upper surface. A support member is positioned on the sole, and includes at least one portion positioned a designated distance above the upper surface of the sole to form a space between the support member and the sole, where the portion of the support member moves through the space and toward the upper surface of the sole when pressure is applied to the portion of the support member, and flexes away from the upper surface when pressure is decreased or released from the portion of the support member.

Abstract: A system and method for interchanging footwear uppers provide a shoe body that is manually divisible between a sole portion and one or more interchangeable upper portions. One or more upper portion utilize a hook and loop fastening mechanism to detachably mate with a single sole portion. The system comprises a hook panel having multiple hooks, such as those found on Velcro™. The hook panel overlays a top face of the sole portion, with the hooks facing outwardly. The system also provides a loop panel comprising multiple small loops, from the same hook and loop fastener. The loop panel overlays a lasting panel from the upper portions. The hook panel and the loop panel detachably and temporarily mate to create a detachable mating relationship between the upper portions and a single sole portion. Consequently, multiple upper portions can be interchanged on a single, reusable sole portion.

Abstract: Golf shoes having improved outsole constructions are provided. The golf shoes include upper, midsole, and outsole sections. The outsole includes a first set of arc pathways extending along the outsole in one direction. A second set of arc pathways extend along the outsole in a second direction. When the first and second arc pathways are superposed over each other, four-sided tile pieces are formed, and these tiles contain protruding traction members. Different traction zones containing different traction members are provided on the outsole. These zones provide improved all surface traction and there is no channeling and no trenching of the golf course turf. There is less damage to the golf course for a given amount of traction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wearable protection device (1) comprising a modular frame (3) with at least two shaped members (4A, 4B, 4C) and hinge means (9) for hinging the shaped members (4A, 4B, 4C) therebetween at corresponding hinging points (5) and around respective rotation axes (X). Each of said hinge means (9) comprises a pivot element (12) and a disc element (13) which are permanently coupled by riveting of the pivot element (12). After the riveting the pivot element (12) is flush with the disc element (13). The present invention also relates to a method of assembling said wearable protection device (1) and to a motorcycle boot (B) comprising said wearable protection device (1).

Abstract: A shoe includes an upper portion surrounding an internal space configured to accommodate a foot. The upper portion includes an inner foot outer surface of an inner foot portion, and an air sucking out portion from which air is capable of being sucked out from the internal space to outside of the shoe when a leg of a wearer of the shoe swings is disposed on the inner foot outer surface of the inner foot portion of the upper portion. The air sucking out portion extends in a direction which is slanted by a predetermined first angle with respect to a vertical direction when the shoe is placed on a horizontal plane and is recessed relative to the inner foot outer surface.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear includes a chassis including a footbed having an interior surface and an outer surface formed on an opposite side from the interior surface, the interior surface defining one or more sockets. The sole structure also includes one or more haptic elements each having a bottom surface received within a respective one of the one or more sockets and a top surface protruding from the interior surface of the chassis, each of the one or more haptic elements having a different hardness than the footbed.

Abstract: A sole for a shoe, in particular for a running shoe, as well as a shoe comprising such a sole. A sole for a shoe includes reinforcing members extending in a front half of the sole. The reinforcing members are configured to be independently deflected by forces acting on the sole during a gait cycle.

Abstract: A sole for a shoe, the sole comprising reinforcing members extending in a front half of the sole, wherein at least a first one of the reinforcing members further extends rearwardly beyond a midfoot area and into a heel area of the sole and wraps up to a posterior portion of an ankle region. A shoe, in particular a running shoe, comprising such a sole. A method for the manufacture of such items.

Abstract: A spine for an article of footwear includes a base extending from a first end to a second end. The spine also includes a sidewall extending transversely from the base from the first end to the second end. The sidewall has a plurality of sidewall supports including a forefoot sidewall support at the first end, a heel sidewall support at the second end, and a mid-foot sidewall support disposed between the first end and the second end and defining a maximum height of the sidewall.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear may include a chamber for receiving a pressurized fluid, the chamber having a first chamber barrier layer and a second chamber barrier layer bonded to the first chamber barrier layer about peripheral portions of the first chamber barrier layer and the second chamber barrier layer to define an interior void between the first chamber barrier layer and the second chamber barrier layer. The sole structure may also include a tensile member bonded to, and extending between, the first chamber barrier layer and the second chamber barrier layer. The sole structure may include a bond inhibiting material located between the tensile member and the first chamber barrier layer, the tensile member and the first chamber barrier layer being unbonded in an unbonded area in which the bond inhibiting material is disposed. The chamber may include an outwardly extending bulge in the unbonded area.

Abstract: Foot support systems, e.g., for articles of footwear, include systems for changing the hardness or firmness of the foot support portion (e.g., of a sole structure) and/or systems for moving (e.g., selectively moving) fluid between various portions of the foot support system. Such systems may include: a foot support bladder, a pump, and a fluid reservoir. Two or more fluid transfer lines may be provided to connect these components, and these fluid lines are equipped with fluid flow control device(s) and/or check valves to enable selective movement of fluid between the fluid reservoir and the foot support bladder. Such systems enable one to set and maintain two or more foot support pressures in the foot support bladder.

Abstract: An interchangeable heel for a shoe wherein the interchangeable heel includes a removable heel sleeve and a heel post which is mounted on the shoe wherein the heel sleeve is releasably mounted on the heel post by an opposed lock mechanism which includes a catch mechanism on one side of the interchangeable heel and a biasing mechanism on an opposite side of the interchangeable heel wherein the biasing mechanism includes a biasing member which is provided on the heel post wherein the biasing member is arranged to engage the removable heel sleeve; a shoe having the interchangeable heel; and a removable heel sleeve for use in the interchangeable heel according to the invention.

Abstract: In accordance with embodiments disclosed herein, there are provided methods, systems, and apparatuses for the use, manufacture, and application of an integrated stability chassis for use with professional boxing shoes. For example, there is a boxing shoe, including: a shoe sole having a smooth glide portion and a rotational pivot portion and a grip portion; an integrated stability chassis affixed atop the shoe sole; a lower shoe portion affixed atop the integrated stability chassis to surround a wearer's heel and lower foot, in which the integrated stability chassis suspends the lower shoe portion, in which the lower shoe portion serves as a base for a mid-rear shoe portion, a front shoe portion, and an upper shoe portion; a mid-rear shoe portion to stabilize the ankle of a wearer; a front shoe portion to stabilize the upper front portion of a wearer's foot; and an upper shoe portion to stabilize the lower leg and upper ankle of a wearer. Other related embodiments are described.

Abstract: A shoe including: an upper, wherein an upper edge of a topline is defined by a medial line and a lateral line; and a counter, wherein an upper edge is defined, at a position downward of the upper edge of the topline, by first counter line on a medial side and a second counter line, which protrude downward, wherein: a medial height difference is defined by a difference in a height direction between a first point at a lowermost point on the medial line and a second point at a lowermost point on the first counter line; a lateral height difference is defined by a difference in the height direction between a third point at a lowermost point on the lateral line and a fourth point at a lowermost point on the second counter line; and the lateral height difference is greater than the medial height difference.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper having a tensioning element operable to move the upper between a tightened state and a loosened state. The tensioning element includes a first strand having (i) a first portion extending along a lateral side of an ankle opening of the upper to a first turn in the heel region, and (ii) a second portion extending from the first turn and along the lateral side of the ankle opening to a second end at an anterior end of the ankle opening. The tensioning element also includes a second strand having (i) a first portion extending along a medial side of the ankle opening to a second turn in the heel region, and (ii) a second portion extending from the second turn and along the medial side of the ankle opening to a fourth end at the anterior end of the ankle opening.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, a device for tightening an article includes a housing, a spool rotatably positioned within the housing, a knob operably coupled with the spool to cause the spool to rotate within the housing, and a stop mechanism. The device is configured so that incremental rotation of the knob in a first direction causes a corresponding incremental rotation of the spool within the housing that incrementally tensions a tension member and thereby tightens the article. The device is also configured so that incremental rotation of the knob in a second direction causes a corresponding incremental rotation of the spool that incrementally loosens the tension member's tension. The stop mechanism is configured to prevent rotation of the spool in the second direction when the tension member's tension achieves or falls below a tension threshold.

Abstract: An outsole for an article of footwear includes a plantar surface and a peripheral surface surrounding the plantar surface. The outsole for an article of footwear also includes an annular cleat set including a first plurality of traction elements arranged in series about a central axis on the plantar surface. The outsole for an article of footwear further includes one or more radial cleat sets each including a second plurality of the traction elements aligned along a respective radial axis intersecting the central axis. At least one of the second plurality of the traction elements includes a peripheral cleat formed on the peripheral surface.

Abstract: A buckle for a belt that suppresses clothes from sliding includes: a buckle body configured to be fixed to one end of the belt; a belt locking unit provided on the buckle body, the belt locking unit being configured to lock the belt to the buckle body; and an engaging unit provided on the buckle body or the belt locking unit, the engaging unit being configured to engage with a part of the clothes so as to support the part of the clothes from a lower side thereof.

Abstract: A connection device that facilitates easy manual connector assembly and disassembly, however, having the ability to semi securely hold the connectors together with a progressive frictional interference fit that can be disassembled with some additional manual frictional force, further, the connector assembly can desirably have a rotational lock interface to prevent inadvertent relative rotation between the connector assembly, in addition the connector assembly would have piloting interface to add bending moment resistance to the connector interface.

Abstract: Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof can include a unitary or one-piece body having first and second ends configured and operative to be coupled together or to be coupled to their respective complement in another of said fastening devices. The first end can include a ring or annular portion and a projection that are sized and shaped to fit around an anchor and in an orifice, respectively, of the second end. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof according to embodiments may be used with items, including footwear, apparel, luggage, a backpack, a bag, a purse, a boxing glove, a punching bag, football or lacrosse shoulder pads, or the like.

Abstract: A wearable article over skin includes opposite circular edges. The wearable article further includes an inner surface and outer surface defined between the opposite circular edges. The inner surface includes a curved profile adapted to be extended across the opposite edges and a plurality of aeration vent grooved over the inner surface of the wearable article. Furthermore, the curved profile extending up to the opposite edges and the plurality of aeration vent on the inner surface creates an aeration path between the skin and the wearable articles. The aeration path facilitates fluids to flow between the skin and the wearable article.

Abstract: An assembly structured to form a customizable structure, having variably configured geometric characteristics, which includes a plurality of hubs each having an interior chamber and a plurality of housings. Each housing includes an open-ended interior channel communicating with the interior chamber of a common hub. Each of a plurality of elastic links is retained within and extend outwardly from a different one of said interior channels. At least one elastic link may be disposed in interconnecting relation between two attached ones of the plurality of hubs and a predetermined number of a plurality of attached hubs may be interconnected to one another to define a closed, continuously configured array of hubs. A plurality of the closed, continuously configured array of hubs may be disposed in interconnected relation to one another to define one of a possible plurality of the customizable, variably configured structures.

Abstract: The present innovation is an innovative process for the manufacturing of jewelry or jewels with silver or gold adornments, such as bracelets, necklaces, earrings, pendants, among other artifacts, from the re-utilization of strings of tennis rackets disposed of by players, forming a polymer mass that is treated to generate the pieces, such as beads, which make up the final artifact.

Abstract: Disclosed is a walking assistance method and apparatuses, wherein a walking assistance apparatus is configured to adaptively control at least one of a length or a stiffness based on a gait motion of a user to assist an upper body of the user.

Abstract: A novel umbrella is disclosed with a simplified structure that creates a clean, elegant profile with reduced component count and increased wind resistance. The umbrella includes a support post, a housing supported thereby, spokes pivotally disposed about the housing, a canopy, and an actuator. The housing has a top hub and a bottom hub. The actuator slides the hubs together to pivot the spokes away from the housing, whereby the umbrella moves from a closed position to an open position. Rollers are preferably retained within the top hub, and each spoke preferably has a spoke cam attached to one end. The spokes pivot away from the housing by having a roller surface of each spoke cam slide along each respective roller. The actuator may have a crank operated worm drive mechanism to raise and lower the canopy.

Abstract: A novel umbrella is disclosed with a simplified structure that creates a clean, elegant profile. The umbrella includes a support post having a hole, and a top housing and an opposing bottom housing supported by the post. The bottom housing has a bottom hub, a top cap disposed about the bottom hub, and an opposing bottom cap disposed about the bottom hub opposite the top cap. The bottom cap has a lever lock receptacle. Spokes are pivotally disposed about the top housing, and a canopy is disposed about the spokes. Struts are pivotally disposed about the bottom housing. A lever lock is retained by the lever lock receptacle, wherein the lever lock has a pin adapted to fit within the hole of the post for retaining the canopy in an open position.

Abstract: A hygienical case for a remote control is described. The hygienical case has a first wrapper adapted to cover totally, or substantially totally, a remote control, and a second wrapper fixed externally to the first wrapper so as to cover totally, or substantially totally, the first wrapper. The second wrapper is permanently removable from the first wrapper.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses a jewellery gift box, as well as methods of manufacturing the jewellery gift box, and methods of using the jewellery gift box. The jewellery box is constructed from first and second members that are each constructed from a single piece of timber and configured to define their respective interior chambers.

Abstract: A container with a waterproof bottom is disclosed wherein the bottom is made of a rubberized or rubber-like material and is attached or connected to a separate fabric or plastic panel forming the upper part of the container. In the method, a rubberized or rubber-like material product is attached separately with an adhesive, such as a rubber cement, to a base panel of a container. Also, a rubber-like material is separately attached with an adhesive to all around the sides. The rubber-like product of the sides is specially molded for this purpose and has a channel at the top of each of the sides for stitching. Further adhesive is secured through a vulcanize heating process at temperature of about 70 degrees Centigrade for a period of about 6 minutes. After the heating process the now rubberized fabric bottom panel is stitched through the specific channel in the rubber sides to the upper part.

Abstract: A suitcase of the present invention includes first and second case shells disposed opposite to each other, and a combining unit disposed on two sides of the first and second case shells. The first case shell has a first annular rim, and the second case shell has a second annular rim. The combining unit includes a first seamless annular member, a second seamless annular member, a first zipper unit and a second zipper unit. The first and second seamless annular members are detachably fastened to the first and second annular rims respectively. An end of the first and second zipper units are connected with the first and second seamless annular members respectively, and the two zipper units are capable of being meshed with each other. Through the above-described configuration design, the suitcase is convenient for the replacement of the combining unit thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for curling keratin fibres, such as the hair, which comprises at least the rolling of said fibres around one or more curling means, the application of a reductive acidic cosmetic composition, and a step of heating said fibres. The invention also relates to the use of said cosmetic composition for curling keratin fibres which have been dyed and/or lightened beforehand.

Abstract: A battery powered blow dryer having a novel heating element technology that can be powered by an attached battery pack. The heating element includes an infrared light bulb that emits high heat with relatively low power consumption compared to current methods. The present invention patent also describes a unique configuration of battery cells to optimally perform the task of blow drying hair.

Abstract: A hot lather dispenser includes a compartment configured to receive a removable pod, a pump configured to receive liquid from the removable pod during operation, a heater configured to head the liquid, an auger configured to combine the liquid with air to generate lather, and a nozzle configured to dispense the lather to a user.

Abstract: A storage assembly for a shaving razor system including a case with a top portion and a bottom portion and an insert including a material having a Shore A hardness of between 40 and 70. The insert includes one or more cavities configured to receive one or more components of the shaving razor system, and the bottom portion of the case defines a compartment configured to removably receive the insert within the bottom portion. Also provided is a method of assembling a storage assembly for a shaving razor system.

Abstract: Provided are a nail art including: a substrate layer and a coating layer positioned on the substrate layer, wherein the coating layer includes a UV-curable raw material, a photoinitiator, and a resin, and the following Equation 1 is satisfied, and a method for preparing the same: 0.05 mm<T2?T1<0.6 mm??[Equation 1] wherein T1 is a thickness of the nail art measured in an outer periphery of the nail art, and T2 is a thickness of the nail art at a point of 1 mm away from the outer periphery of the nail art toward a center of the nail art.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an environmentally friendly replaceable paper powder container, which comprises a body, the body comprising a main body portion and a flip cover portion arranged along a lengthwise direction of the body, wherein a powder holder for holding powder and capable of being drawn out is fitted and inserted into the main body portion; a powder picking hole for picking up powder is formed in the main body portion, a mirror capable of being drawn out is fitted and inserted into the flip cover portion, and a mirror viewing hole for viewing the mirror is formed in the flip cover portion; and the body is flipped and folded to form a box-like structure, and the flip cover portion and the main body portion are opposite each other in a vertical manner.

Abstract: Modular cases for cosmetic products include a base having on a first lateral side a longitudinal slot and a protrusion on the slot, and on a second lateral side a central perforation with a vertical element. Cases can also include a cover having on a first lateral side a plurality of longitudinal protuberances corresponding to the protrusion, and on a second lateral side a central perforation corresponding to the vertical element of the base. A case can also a housing for a container cosmetic products, having a first lateral side with a plurality of longitudinal protuberances corresponding with the protrusion of the base and sliding on the longitudinal slot of the base, a longitudinal slot on the plurality of longitudinal protuberances, and a protrusion on the longitudinal slot. The housing can include on a second lateral side a central perforation corresponding to a vertical element of the base.

Abstract: A swab roller formed from an elongated stem employing ring guides to facilitate rotation of a casing tube placed over a portion of the elongated stem. The casing is constructed and arranged to allow rotation of the elongated stem and maintained over the stem by the ring guides. A covering is formed from an absorbent material such as cotton or foam placed on at least one end of the elongated stem. The swab roller can be constructed from inexpensive components for general use or from medical grade materials for specialty use.

Abstract: The present utility model discloses a replaceable cosmetic bottle, comprising a bottle body and a bottle cap that covers the bottle body, wherein the bottle body comprises an outer bottle and an inner container which are detachably connected; the outer bottle comprises a first threaded connection portion and a second threaded connection portion which are vertically connected, and the second threaded connection portion is in threaded connection with the bottle cap; the inner container comprises a vertical ring boss; and the inner container is arranged in an inner cavity of the outer bottle, and the vertical ring boss is in threaded connection with the first threaded connection portion. According to the present utility model, the inner container can be conveniently replaced, thereby effectively saving costs and conforming to the idea of energy conservation and environmental protection.

Abstract: The present utility model discloses a whole environment-friendly lipstick, comprising a base, a bead embedded inside the base and being slidable inside the base, a middle restrainer fixedly embedded in an upper inner wall of the base, and an upper cover covering an outer wall of the middle restrainer, wherein an upper end surface on one side of the base is recessed to form a guide slot, the bead comprises a push block that penetrates the guide slot, and the bead is driven by the push block to slide up and down along an inner wall of the middle restrainer. All components of the present utility model is made of environmentally friendly materials, the sliding connection structure between the bead and the base is used instead of an ordinary bead fork screw structure, thereby having a simple structure, reducing environmental pollution and resource consumption, and improving assembly efficiency.

Abstract: Cosmetic container (10) for applying a cosmetic product (100) comprising a pass-through opening (35) for said cosmetic product (100), an outer cylindrical body (40) which comprises at least one inner helicoidal groove (47) and at least one outer helicoidal groove (49), an inner cylindrical body (60) which is rotatably mounted with the outer cylindrical body (40) about a longitudinal axis (L) along which they are concentric, where said inner cylindrical body (60) comprises at least one longitudinal guide slot (65), a support shuttle (70) for said cosmetic product (100) comprising at least one guide pin (75) which is slidingly engaged with said at least one longitudinal guide slot (65) and with said at least one inner helicoidal groove (47), a shutter (80) comprising at least one guide pin (85) which is slidingly engaged with said at least one outer helicoidal groove (49), said shutter (80) comprising a plurality of gores (87) being adapted to be bending deformed for opening and closing said pass-through openin

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to corrugated tubes comprising metal and/or nonmetal holes using, for example, an eyelet grommet for the hole on the tubes and/or the holder. A lip balm container, which may for example be generally diamond shaped with a hole at the bottom provides easy access to the lip balm or Chapstick™ and easy access to the bottom of the tube.

Abstract: Systems and methods for applying artistry, enhancement and sculpting to the eyebrow region of a user. One method for applying sculpting to the eyebrow region of a user, which is designed to tailor to the individual person with no assistance from a professional, by utilizing applying a self-contained eyebrow designer stamp applicator and set of stencils to achieve the desired size color and look of the eyebrows.

Abstract: An eyebrow cover has a primary layer, an adhesive layer, an adhesive release liner, and a top release liner. The primary layer may be flexible so as to conform to an eyebrow and the structure of a user's face. The primary layer may be shaped so as to surround the eyebrow, minimizing excess coverage on the face while protecting the microblading procedure. Further, the adhesive layer may surround a non-adhesive portion of a lower surface of the primary layer. To protect the eyebrow cover, the adhesive release liner may releasably adhere to the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A support strap including a band, a windlass strap and a windlass handle. The band has a buckle end and a lead end, and the windlass strap is secured to the band at a first positioned and a second position along the length of the wand. The windlass handle provides a windlass bar and the windlass handle is secured to the windless strap at the position of the windlass bar. Rotation of the windlass handle will rotate the windlass bar and wind the windlass strap.