Abstract: A sole support constitutes at least a part of a support surface configured to support a sole. The sole support includes a high portion that constitutes a part of the support surface under at least a part of a distal phalange at a higher position than a part of the support surface under a proximal joint of a proximal phalange for each toe so that a proximal joint of the distal phalange is above the proximal joint of the proximal phalange in each toe.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to uncured compositions that comprise a mixture of an uncured rubber with a polymeric hydrogel which, when cured to form crosslinks in the rubber, form elastomeric materials. The present disclosure is also directed to methods of using the uncured compositions and the elastomeric materials. The elastomeric materials can be used to make and/or incorporated into various types of articles (e.g., footwear, apparel, sporting equipment, or components of each).

Abstract: A shoe sole comprising an elastomeric composition comprising: (D) 100 phr of a mixture of rubbers comprising: i. from 40 to 70% by weight of an isoprene polymer; ii. from 20 to 50% by weight of polybutadiene; iii. from 10 to 40% by weight of an SBR having a glass transition temperature (Tg) from ?60 to ?40° C.; (E) from 50 to 100 phr of amorphous carbon black having a surface area greater than 85 m2/g measured with the ASTM D6556 method, and a dibutyl phthalate absorption index (DBPA) greater than 90 measured with the ASTM D2414 method; (F) from 1 to 30 phr of graphene nano-platelets, wherein at least 90% of said graphene nano-platelets has a side dimension (x, y) from 50 to 50000 nm and a thickness (z) of 0.34 to 50 nm, and wherein said graphene nano-platelets have a C/O ratio ?100:1.

Abstract: A method of making an article of footwear. The method may include forming a chamber for receiving a pressurized fluid, including a first chamber barrier layer, a second chamber barrier layer, and a tensile member extending between the first chamber barrier layer and the second chamber barrier layer. The tensile member may include a first tensile member layer, a second tensile member layer, and a plurality of tethers connecting the first tensile member layer to the second tensile member layer. The method may also include extending a portion of the second chamber barrier layer toward the first tensile member layer between a first section of the second tensile member layer and a second section of the second tensile member layer, and joining the portion of the second chamber barrier layer to the first tensile member layer between the first section and the second section of the second tensile member layer.

Abstract: A device for supporting the human foot may include a first layer forming an arch in a central region of the device and a second layer that is connected to the first layer in a first end region and in a second end region of the device. The device may include at least one deflection element with dorsiflexion of the device. The second layer may be designed to transmit tension acting in the second end region via the deflection element to the first layer in the second end region in such a way that the dorsiflexion leads to an increase in the height of the arch formed by the first layer. The deflection element may be arranged at least partially between the first layer and the second layer, such that the first layer and second layer are spaced apart at a distance specified by the deflection element(s).

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a toe box insert configured to provide support between a wearer's toes and the end of a footwear. An exemplary toe box insert comprises a compressible material. The compressible material can be characterized by a firmness, a flexibility, and a springback. The firmness can provide rigidity to the footwear even when a force is applied on the toe box insert by a wearer. The flexibility can cause the toe box insert to indent in response to a force applied on the toe box insert by the wearer. The springback can cause the toe box insert to return to an original shape after a force applied by a wearer ceases.

Abstract: An interchangeable ornamentation system for a footwear comprises a base fastener affixed to a base. The base and the base fastener collectively define a foundation. A first strap and a second strap are coupled to the base. The first strap and the second strap are both configured to individually couple to foot straps of the footwear for matingly and removable attachment to the base fastener so that the foundation is removably attached to the footwear. A removable ornamentation includes a decorative member and an ornamentation fastener. The decorative member oppositely faces the ornamentation fastener. The ornamentation fastener is configured to matingly and removably attach to the base fastener.

Abstract: An upper may be included with an article of footwear. The upper may include a textile portion, the textile portion forming a throat area of the upper. The upper may further include a base portion, the base portion extending to a biteline area of the upper. The upper may further include a tie structure, the tie structure extending through a first opening of the textile portion and a second opening of the base portion to secure the textile portion to the base portion.

Abstract: A fastening device includes a case unit, a spool, a driving unit, a knob and a connecting unit. The case unit includes an annular wall surrounding an inner space, and a base detachably and directly coupled to the annular wall. The spool is located within the inner space. The driving unit is located within the inner space and selectively prohibits the spool from rotating in a loosening direction. The knob is disposed on the annular wall. The connecting unit is connected to at least one of the knob, the spool and the driving unit without passing through the base and restricted by at least one of the annular wall, the spool and the driving unit such that the annular wall, the spool, the driving unit and the knob are combined integrally.

Abstract: Disclosed is a clip for attachment accessories of a backpack. The clip includes: a blade formed in a long plate shape; a clip part formed by an end portion of the blade which is bent; a movable clip having a pair of arms which extend from both sides of a base part thereof and are combined with both sides of the clip part to be movable in a longitudinal direction of the clip part; and a locking means for maintaining a state where the movable clip is moved toward the surface of the blade.

Abstract: A printable hook and loop engaging structure is configured to create a temporary bind as one half of a hook and loop connection with another half of the hook and loop connection. The printable structure includes a substrate and a print-receptive topcoat coupled to the substrate. The substrate includes a fastening surface that is one of a hook fastening surface and a loop fastening surface of the hook and loop connection. The print-receptive topcoat is opposite from the fastening surface of the substrate.

Abstract: The invention provides a monitor device for monitoring the state of a zip closure system comprising an electrically conductive slider (4), a first tape (1), and a second tape (2), each provided with a series of members (3), such as teeth or spiral turns, that can be coupled and uncoupled with the series of corresponding members (3) by moving said slider. Two strips (5, 6) of electrically conductive material, referred to as conductive strips, that are secured to the first tape (1) and that are arranged transversely, preferably perpendicularly, relative to the longitudinal axis of the first tape (1). Said strips (5, 6) and the slider (4) are configured in such a manner that the two strips (5, 6) are electrically connected together by the slider (4) when said slider (4) is moved level with said strips (5, 6). Said device further comprises a detector system (8) configured to detect the state of electrical continuity between the two strips (5, 6).

Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to a releasable coupling device having a first housing structure than includes a temporary magnet and a second housing structure that includes a permanent magnet. The first housing structure is receivable by a receiving receptacle of the second housing structure. The releasable coupling device may be included as part of a slide fastener assembly having two slider tapes.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of systems, apparatuses, and methods pertaining to personal ornaments from military materiel. These personal ornaments may consist essentially of reused military uniforms, reused military bullet casings, and a reused military paracord. Personal ornaments may be bracelets, jewelry, anklets, belts, chokers, luggage tags, athletic wear, loops, bands, necklaces, rings, scrunchies, clasps, or terminations.

Abstract: A versatile smart device holder that secures the device to a user while offering enhanced protection during physical activity as compared to conventional device bands and holders. The device holder is suitable to wear in a number of locations, such as across the bicep, the forearm, leg, ankle, or the wrist. The device holder comprises a band made of flexible material and a frame permanently or removably embedded within or attached to the band that is capable of securely holding the electronic device in place.

Abstract: A ring comprised of two individual bands, an inner band 101 and an outer band 102, that through a methodical materialization process and design of the inner band 101 and outer band 102 are interlinked, but not fused together, to allow the outer band 102 to revolve around the inner band 101.

Abstract: A smart ring includes an antenna chip and a metal ring used as an antenna, and the antenna chip is electrically connected to the metal ring to form an antenna circuit. The metal body of the smart ring is designed as a composition structure of the antenna circuit, that is. the antenna is integrated into the metal ring, the space for accommodating the antennas and the cost for additional physical antennas are saved, and the design flexibility and the competitiveness of the product are improved. Nickel-zinc ferrite is unnecessary, which can reduce the cost. The ring can keep the radiation characteristic of the circular antenna that is not susceptible to the interference from human body. The metal body of the ring is a metal structure, which can fulfill both of strength requirement and texture requirement of the structure, and at the same time has good antenna characteristics.

Abstract: System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to performing an activity by a band. In one embodiment, a method includes touching a subset of virtual inputs, on a surface sensitive to touch associated with a first band, for an activity with a second band. The method may also include communicating, by the first band, first data to a first mobile device. The first data may include information that identifies completion of the activity and indicates a time period that the subset are touched. The method may also include communicating, by the first mobile device, second data to a second mobile device to replicate the activity.

Abstract: A liquid repellent cloth or liquid repellent film according to an embodiment includes abase fabric selected from a fiber cloth or a synthetic resin film, and a liquid repellent membrane supported on at least one principal face of the base fabric. The liquid repellent membrane is a monomolecular membrane of a fluorine-containing organic compound that binds to a surface of the base fabric through a binding moiety represented by —Z—O—* (wherein Z represents an atomic group containing a Si atom, and * represents a binding site to the surface of the base fabric) and includes a perfluoroalkyl group having 4 or less carbon atoms at a terminal, and the fluorine-containing organic compound undergoes intermolecular bonding between the fluorine-containing organic compounds adjacent to each other by mutual binding of Z in the formula.

Abstract: A waist worn wallet assembly for storing paper currency on a user's waist includes a wallet that has a pair of storage chambers therein. A plurality of dividers is each positioned within the wallet. Additionally, each of the dividers is positioned in a respective one of the storage chambers to store paper currency is an unfolded and organized manner. A pair of straps is each coupled to the wallet. The pair of straps are matable together to form a closed loop to be worn around a user's waist.

Abstract: Motorized luggage includes a frame enclosed in part by an outer shell, the frame defining an internal storage compartment that is accessible through the outer shell, wherein the frame includes: a front surface including by a first front frame support and a second front frame support; a top surface including first top beam and a second top beam; a front edge joint connecting the first and second front frame supports to the first and second top beams; and a rear surface opposite of the front surface. The luggage also includes at least one front wheel adjacent to the front surface of the frame, at least one rear wheel adjacent to the rear surface of the frame, a retractable handlebar received by a steering shaft, an electric motor mounted on the frame, and a retractable pull handle.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a safety device, system, and method for storing medicines by a patient or caretaker without the harm from environmental elements. Medicines that require patients or caretakers to store at non-ambient conditions, such as non-room temperatures, specific humidity, no natural or artificial light, etc., are inconvenient and stressful to carry around during daily activities. In the absence of maintaining the required environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, light, etc., the medicine(s) become less potent and efficient. Therefore, the invention herein relates to a medicine storage systems and device so that the medicines can be carried during day-to-day activities under required conditions.

Abstract: A lockable lunch bag assembly for securing food in a lunch bag includes a lunch bag for retaining food stored therein at a desired temperature. The lunch bag has a flap thereon for opening or closing the lunch bag. An engagement is coupled to the lunch bag and a lock is coupled to the flap. The lock releasably engages the engagement when the flap is closed and the lock is positioned in a locking condition thereby inhibiting the flap from being opened. Conversely, the lock disengages the engagement when the lock is positioned in an unlocking condition thereby facilitating the flap to be opened. A strap is coupled to the lunch bag for carrying the lunch bag.

Abstract: In an aspect, a carrying vessel is provided and includes a main body that defines a storage chamber, an actuator, a battery and an electrical conduit. The main body has an outer surface having an animate character feature thereon that is representative of a feature on a character. The actuator is contained within the main body, and which is operatively connected to the animate character feature, and is operable to move the animate character feature. The electrical conduit operatively connects the battery to the actuator for driving operation of the actuator to move the animate character feature. The main body includes a plurality of layers of material. At least a portion of the electrical conduit extends between the plurality of the layers.

Abstract: A smartphone case equipped with a pocket warmer storage function that can be used while warming up the smartphone with a disposable pocket warmer, and can promote heat generation due to oxidation by rubbing when the temperature drops. A smartphone case 1 equipped with a pocket warmer storage function that can store a disposable pocket warmer 10 and can use to warming up the smartphone equipped with the pocket warmer 10, is disposed on the back side of the smartphone body 100 and has the flexibility capable of rubbing the stored disposable pocket warmer 10 from the outside, and has a pocket warmer storage body 3 having a heat retaining property of retaining the heat generated from the disposable pocket warmer 10 inside.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to, inter alia, a green technology for crosslinking protein molecules for various uses, where the protein molecules can be contained in protein fibers such as, but not limited to, human hair, animal fibers, and mixtures thereof. In one aspect, the present disclosure relates to a crosslinking agent comprising an oxidized sugar having at least two aldehyde groups. In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a method of crosslinking protein fibers. This method involves providing the aforementioned crosslinking agent and infiltrating a plurality of non-crosslinked protein fibers with the crosslinking agent under conditions effective to cause protein molecules contained in the non-crosslinked protein fibers to become crosslinked, thereby yielding a population of crosslinked protein fibers.

Abstract: Provided is a cordless hair dryer. The cordless hair dryer includes a housing including a body part gripped by a user and a head part having a blower tube therein, a battery disposed inside the body part, a blower fan disposed in one end of the head part, a support which is inserted into the other end of the head part and fixed to an inner side of the blower tube, and a planar heating element which is formed as a carbon nanotube sheet and disposed on the support to receive power from the battery.

Abstract: Provided is a hair dryer assembly. An example hair dryer assembly includes a housing and a handle. The housing has a side, an air outlet, and a rear opening. The handle is attached to the side of the housing. The hair dryer assembly further includes a heating wire disposed in the housing and an electric ventilator disposed in the handle. The hair dryer assembly further includes a magnetic ring recessed inside the air outlet of the housing and a diffuser removably attached, via the magnetic ring, to the air outlet of housing.

Abstract: An attachment for a hair styling apparatus, wherein the attachment includes an air inlet for receiving airflow from the hair styling apparatus, an elongate slot-shaped air outlet, a duct for conveying air from the air inlet to the air outlet, a series of triangular comb teeth mounted orthogonally across the air outlet, each tooth having a first end located substantially at the air outlet and a second end disposed beyond the air outlet in a downstream direction.

Abstract: A hair comb with improvements in the design of the individual comb tines that result in a more thorough alignment of the individual hair strands when the comb is used on the hair. A comb that uses the individual tines to align the individual hair strands in a primary and a secondary manner. A hair comb with tines that have more than one alignment function. A hair comb with appropriately spaced tines that can aid in the removal of unwanted debris in the hair.

Abstract: A nail printer is provided. The nail printer includes a discharger, an irradiator, and an irradiation intensity variator. The discharger is configured to discharge an active energy ray curable composition to a nail by an inkjet method. The irradiator is configured to irradiate the nail with an active energy ray. The irradiation intensity variator is configured to vary an irradiation intensity of the active energy ray radiated from the irradiator.

Abstract: The present invention provides a wirelessly connected manicure machine, which includes a housing, a control module, an input interface and a wireless communication module. The housing has an internal cavity, an opening corresponding to one side of the internal cavity, and one or more ultraviolet light emitting diode (UV LED) modules provided in the internal cavity. The input interface is connected to the control module to input a corresponding trigger instruction to the control module. The control module is connected to the UV LED module. The control module is also connected to the wireless communication module to send and receive signals through the wireless communication module.

Abstract: A multifunctional pet manicure device includes a nail clipper, a main handle and an auxiliary handle. the nail clipper includes a first blade and a second blade, the first blade is rotationally connected with the second blade, the first blade is fixedly connected with the main handle, and the second blade is fixedly connected with the auxiliary handle. The multifunctional pet manicure device further includes a nail polisher, wherein the nail polisher includes a driving member and a polishing head, the polishing head is connected to the driving member, and the driving member drives the polishing head to rotate.

Abstract: A cosmetic compact for solid or semi solid cosmetic product. The cosmetic compact comprising a lid and a base assembly, wherein the base assembly comprising a base, a frame, a shock absorbing member, and at least one cosmetic pan. The shock absorbing member is disposed in a cavity of the base. The shock absorbing member is coupled to the base and is coupled to the at least one cosmetic pan such that a shock imparted on the cosmetic compact is isolated from the at least one cosmetic pan. The shock absorbing member is deformable and comprises a hollow tubular body defining a central bore extending between an upper-flange and a lower-flange of the shock absorbing member.

Abstract: A cosmetic compact for solid or semi solid cosmetic product. The cosmetic compact comprising a lid and a base assembly, wherein the base assembly comprising a base, a frame, a shock absorbing member, and at least one cosmetic pan. The shock absorbing member is disposed within a cavity of the base and is shaped substantially corresponding to a shape of the cavity of the base. The shock absorbing member is coupled to the base and is coupled to the at least one cosmetic pan such that shock imparted on the cosmetic compact is isolated from the at least one cosmetic pan. The shock absorbing member comprises at least a sheet of material having a honey comb structure i.e. the shock absorbing member comprises at least one sheet of a material having a plurality of honeycomb hexagonal voids.

Abstract: A makeup blending sponge. The sponge comprises a foam core and a layer of coating. The layer of coating covers a portion of an outer surface of the foam core. The portion may be about 70% to about 90% of the total surface area of the outer surface of the foam core. The foam core may be polyurethane. The layer of coating is an elastomer, and may be a mixture of an elastomer and a thinning agent. The elastomer may be silicone. A method of manufacturing the makeup blending sponge and the use thereof are also disclosed.

Abstract: A lotion applicator assembly includes a plurality of applicators that is each pre-filled with a viscous skin treatment. Each of the applicators is substantially comprised of a fluid permeable material to release the viscous skin treatment onto a user's skin and each of the applicators has a coupler thereon. A wand is included that has a telescopically adjustable length and a releasing unit is movably coupled to the wand. The releasing unit engages the coupler on a respective one of the applicators for retaining the respective applicator on the wand. In this way the wand can be gripped to rub the respective applicator on the user's skin. Additionally, the releasing unit is urgeable into a releasing position for disengaging the coupler on the respective applicator.

Abstract: A dispensing package for a spreadable personal care product and its respective methods for dispensing the product. The dispensing package comprises a reusable dispenser, a replaceable cartridge and optionally a top cap. The reusable dispenser comprises a tubular body and a telescopic actuator. The telescopic actuator comprises a hand wheel, a leading screw, a tubular screw and an elevator. The replaceable cartridge comprises a push plate. The telescopic actuator is able to engage with the push plate of the replaceable cartridge to deliver the personal care product such that a top surface of the elevator telescopes with a bottom surface of the push plate of the replaceable cartridge.

Abstract: Dispensing packages for a spreadable personal care product and its respective methods for dispensing a spreadable personal care product. The dispensing package comprises a reusable dispenser, a replaceable cartridge and optionally a top cap. The reusable dispenser comprises a tubular body and a telescopic actuator. The reusable dispenser comprises a locking ring removably engaged with the tubular body of the reusable dispenser to secure the replaceable cartridge within the tubular body of the reusable dispenser.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for packaging and applying a cosmetic product, comprising a mechanism for receiving a stick of cosmetic product, a base cover forming a first housing for receiving a first portion of the mechanism, a first seal between an element of the base cover and an element of the mechanism, and a cap fixed on the base cover in order to define a second housing receiving a second portion of the mechanism. A second seal is provided between the cap and said element of the base cover and/or said element of the mechanism. The first and second housings are connected in a sealed manner by the element of the base cover and/or the element of the mechanism.

Abstract: A self-heating device includes a palette and a stove. The palette includes a stepped portion extending around a planar portion. The stove includes an upper shell connected to a lower shell. The upper shell includes a stepped rim for supporting the stepped portion of the palette. A heater is supported on the stepped rim, below the planar portion of the palette. A heating circuit board is connected to the heater and located in the stepped rim. A button is supported on the upper shell and operable to turn on or off the heating circuit board. A battery is connected to the heating circuit board. A recharging circuit board is connected to the battery. A recharging port is connected to the recharging circuit board, thereby allowing connection of the recharging circuit board to an external power supply via the recharging port.

Abstract: The present application relates to an assembly (1) for packaging and dispensing of fluid cosmetic products, a threaded axial rod (60) cooperating with a first piston (81) and a second piston (82) that are able to be moved in axial translation inside a tubular container (2) in opposite directions under the effect of a rotation of said rod (60), said rod being a hollow rod forming at least part of an axial conduit between a bottom (4) of the container and an outlet orifice (52) for the products, said axial rod (60) cooperating in rotation with said dispensing head (50) in such a way that a relative manual rotation of said application head with respect to the container drives a movement of said first piston (81) toward the bottom (4) of the container.

Abstract: One aspect of the present disclosure relates to a color mixing system for a cosmetic composition and, more specifically, to a cosmetic color mixing system enabling the colors of a cosmetic composition to be mixed according to various skin colors of consumers by using a color mixing pigment formulation in which a pigment for mixing the colors of a cosmetic composition into a desired color is manufactured so as to facilitate quality and inventory control.

Abstract: The invention relates to an interactive backpack comprising a backpack body which in turn includes a figure of a character, the backpack also comprising: audio means for recording and reproducing sound; a movable part; mechanical means for moving the movable part; and control means comprising an actuator disposed in a position on the body of the backpack which is linked to the figure of the character, the actuator being configured to initiate sound recording and automatic reproduction of the recorded sound.

Abstract: A system, method, and multipurpose hammock including a base of interconnected webbing forming a support structure. Each corner of the base includes on a of a number of loops fixing the base to stationary objects when the multipurpose hammock is positioned. The multipurpose hammock further includes a hammock body attachable to the base. The hammock body includes or more connectors proximate a longitudinal edge of the hammock body. The one or more connectors secure at least the longitudinal edge of the hammock body to the base when connected together.

Abstract: A portable outdoor supply assembly for providing an all-in-one outdoor supply kit includes a cooler body having a cooler front side, a cooler back side, a cooler left side, a cooler right side, a cooler bottom side, and an open cooler top side defining a cooler inside. A cooler lid is coupled to the cooler body. The cooler lid is hingingly coupled to the cooler back side adjacent the cooler top side to cover and alternatively uncover the cooler top side. Each of a plurality of kit containers has a zipper closure to seal and alternatively unseal a kit inside. The plurality of kit containers is dimensioned to fill the cooler inside. The plurality of kit containers includes a plurality of outdoor items.

Abstract: A phone holder for use with a mobile telephone, the phone holder including a generally planar base attachable to a rear side of a mobile telephone and a spring bar attached to the base. The spring bar being angularly disposed relative to the base in a normal position. A spring is coupled between the base and the spring bar, the spring being configured to urge the spring bar towards the base when the spring bar is moved outwardly from the base beyond the normal position. In one embodiment the spring bar includes a rubberized portion for engaging a user's fingers to secure a mobile telephone in the user's hand.

Abstract: A handheld camera support assembly includes a support assembly coupled to a harness, with the harness secured around the torso and shoulders of an operator during use. The support assembly includes an arm receiving pocket that is pivotally coupled to a torso panel with the arm receiving pocket configured for receiving an arm of the operator. A camera assist mount is coupled to the arm receiving pocket to provide a mounting or positioning point for a handheld camera during use by the operator.

Abstract: A grocery bag carrying assembly for carrying a plurality of plastic bags includes a grip that is hollow and the grip has a slot extending into an interior of the grip to insertably receive handles of a plastic bag. In this way the grip facilitates a user to carry a plurality of plastic bags with one hand. A pad is positioned in the grip and the handles of the plastic bags rest thereon when the handle of the plastic bags is positioned in the grip. Moreover, the pad is comprised of an abrasive material to inhibit the handle of the plastic bags from sliding along the pad.

Abstract: A brush head for an oral cleansing device is provided. The brush head may include a shaft and a cantilevered beam positioned within the shaft. The cantilevered beam may be configured to press against a drive shaft of the oral cleansing device to transfer a rotational motion of the drive shaft to the brush head. The cantilevered beam may be formed on an adapter secured within the shaft.