Abstract: A sweeping tool includes an elongated handle having a proximal end and a distal end, a bracket coupled to the distal end of the elongated handle, and a cleaning assembly coupled to the bracket. The cleaning assembly is designed to rotate about an axis passing through a portion of the bracket. The cleaning assembly includes a housing designed to hold a rotatable brush head and to collect debris swept up by the rotatable brush head. The cleaning assembly also includes a broom head coupled to the housing and a plurality of bristles coupled to the broom head.

Abstract: A toothbrush cover includes a shell body having a first opening formed on an end thereof and configured to provide a toothbrush to mount into the shell body therethrough; a press strip disposed on a top of the shell body and having an end disposed on an upper edge of the first opening, and other end extended and drooped downwardly into the shell body and configured to hold down the toothbrush. When the toothbrush is covered by the toothbrush cover, a brush handle of the toothbrush faces the top of the shell body and upwardly pushes the drooped press strip, so that a downward force of the press strip can hold down the toothbrush to fasten a brush head of the toothbrush in the shell body, thereby preventing bristles of the toothbrush from separating out of the toothbrush cover and being dirtied.

Abstract: A method of producing a brush as well as a brush (1), in particular a toothbrush, which has at least one bristle bundle (3) which includes at least one bristle filament having a curved and/or kinked profile.

Abstract: A desktop shield system for splashes protection that has a right rod, a left rod and a panel shield. The lower end of the right rod is connected to a base that its first side has a protrusion that corresponds with a recess at its second side. The right rod also includes magnet elements that are connected to its right side at a zero height. The left rod is designed in the same way as the right one but in reverse as a mirror view. The system can be connected with a another identical system, in a way that the recess of the left rod of the another system is assembled with the protrusion of the right rod of the system and the magnet elements of the left rod of the another system magnetically connected with the magnet elements of the right rod of the system.

Abstract: There is disclosed a portably suspended retractable shelf for storing furniture-side items that includes a horizontal platform having an inner portion and an outer portion. In various embodiments, the inner portion is adapted to be slidably captured between an upper cushion and a lower supporting structure. At least one of a projector insert rotationally adjustable to a plurality of orientations and the following upward-facing compartments is disposed on the outer portion of the horizontal platform and is accessible to a user on the furniture: a collapsible basin, a hanging flexible pocket, and a foldable box. A cutout hole is configured to hold the projector insert or the compartments in a suspended configuration through the shelf. A downward-facing sliding drawer compartment is mounted and/or supported underneath the outer portion of the shelf. A storage container extends from a leading surface of the portable suspended retractable shelf. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: The infinitely positional umbrella pole table on an umbrella pole includes a fabric table (spring action open form or closed collapsed form). Frame struts support the fabric with support struts forcing frame struts upward in spring action. Table moves on pole by upper and lower couplers. One coupler carries a pole lock. Frame struts are pivotally coupled to one coupler and distally extend out the fabric. Support struts are pivotally coupled to other coupler and distally pivotally coupled to frame struts. When lock open, table moves to infinite vertical positions whether table is in open or collapsed form. When locked, movement of non-locked coupler with respect to locked coupler causes open or closure of fabric table. Table may have collapsible cup.

Abstract: A shoe treating apparatus including a sensor part including at least one sensor, a motor part configured to control tilting of at least one shelf, and a processor electrically connected to the sensor part and the motor part is provided. The processor may identify an approach of a user by using the at least one sensor, and may generate, based on the identified user approach, a control signal for adjusting a tilt speed of the at least one shelf. Also, the processor may transmit the generated control signal to the motor part to adjust the tilt speed of the at least one shelf. A method of operating a shoe treating apparatus is also provided.

Abstract: A storage assembly comprising at least one storage body comprising the storage body including a first side wall, a second side wall, an end wall, and at least two grooves along the inner surface of the storage assembly, the grooves being substantially coplanar and at least one shelf configured to fit inside the storage body along the substantially coplanar grooves and into the end wall coplanar grooves.

Abstract: A shoe management apparatus capable of managing various types of shoes and including a cabinet defining an inner space for storing shoes; and a partition dividing the inner space into an upper first compartment and a lower second compartment, formed therein with a fluid path along which air is discharged into the inner space, and variable in length with respect to a front-to-rear direction of the shoe management apparatus.

Abstract: A shoe management apparatus including a cabinet including an inner space for storing shoes, an exhaust port disposed at a rear surface of the inner space and discharging air into the inner space, and a front discharge port disposed at an upper surface of the cabinet and discharging air from the inner space to outside of the shoe management apparatus.

Abstract: The invention relates to a kitchen furniture item having a carcass and an interior at least partially enclosed by the carcass, wherein the interior has a front-side access opening which is covered by means of a plate-shaped closure element (21, 22) which lies in a front plane of the carcass and can be reversibly opened and closed by a user, wherein the closure element has a plate-shaped pivoting part (21) and a likewise plate-shaped pulling part (22), and wherein a horizontal edge of the pivoting part (21) runs along a horizontal edge of the pulling part (22), and the parts are connected to one another at these common edges in such a way that, in order to open a first portion of the interior, the pivoting part (21) can be pivoted about a horizontal axis such that it bears against the front side of the pulling part (22).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of household appliances, and discloses a refrigerator including: a housing, a plurality of openings and a drawer. The housing includes a plurality of side surfaces which define an accommodating cavity; the plurality of openings are respectively formed in different side surfaces; and the drawer is arranged in the accommodating cavity, and can be pulled out along any one of the plurality of openings. In the present disclosure, the drawer is arranged in the accommodating cavity, so that a user can pull out the drawer to take and place food from the openings located in different side surfaces of the housing. Therefore, the user can take and place the food on different sides of the refrigerator, which is convenient for taking and placing the food and enhances the experience of the user.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, a third rail, and a position-limiting member. The third rail is movably mounted between the first and the second rails. The second and the third rails can be displaced with respect to the first rail from a predetermined position in a first direction. When the second and the third rails are at the predetermined position with respect to the first rail, a first portion of the position-limiting member is adjacent to an end portion of the three rails, and a second portion of the position-limiting member prevents the three rails from separating from one another in a second direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction.

Abstract: A furniture apparatus including a frame, a movable facade configured to transition between an open state and a closed state; and a hidden container configured to rest on a set of support ledges attached to one or more of the frame and an unhidden container optionally associated with the furniture apparatus such that the hidden container is configured to be visible when the movable facade is in the open state, and the hidden container is configured to be hidden from view when the hidden container is installed in the furniture apparatus and the movable facade is in the closed state.

Abstract: An appliance includes a cabinet that has an inner surface. A frame is coupled to the inner surface of the cabinet. The frame includes a frame boss that extends from a bottom surface thereof. A panel is positioned within the frame. The frame extends along a perimeter of the panel. An inner trim member has a flange that extends therefrom. The flange defines an aperture configured to align with the frame boss. A fastener is configured to extend through the aperture and engage the frame boss to couple the inner trim member with the frame. An outer trim member is disposed over the inner trim member. The inner trim member is configured to slidably receive the outer trim member.

Abstract: A floating shelf includes a plank shelf, and a floating shelf bracket, configured to support the plank shelf, including a support connector and two or more shelf supports attached to one another by the support connector. The support connector and the two or more shelf supports may be permanently attached to one another so that the floating shelf bracket is a unitary, single-piece bracket. The support connector and the two or more shelf supports may be removably attached to one another.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying sound production components is disclosed, comprising a rigid frame including vertically interspaced first, second, and third surfaces. Each of the first surface, second surface, and third surface releasably engage with a plurality of sound production components. A first wing and a second wing are pivotally mounted to the third surface to releasably engage with at least one of the plurality of sound production components. A bag receives the rigid frame in a folded configuration and encloses the rigid frame and the plurality of sound production components.

Abstract: Provided is a modular panel shield and a system of modular panel shields. The modular panel shield includes a base and a panel. The base includes a channel, and is configured to provide stability with respect to a floor on which the modular panel shield is disposed. The panel is secured in the channel, and has a light distortion portion and a transparent portion, wherein the light distortion portion is configured to provide a distorted view through the panel, and the transparent portion is configured to provide a clear view through the panel. The system includes a first modular panel shield, second modular panel shield, and a connector connecting the first modular panel shield and the second modular panel shield.

Abstract: A seat and seatback linkage mechanism includes: a pipe, a side bracket assembly, a seat, a seatback and driving source. The side bracket assembly includes a first side bracket and a second side bracket, and the pipe is mounted on the first and second side brackets. The seat is disposed between the first and second side brackets and includes a bottom surface, the bottom surface includes two first connecting portions and two second connecting portions, and the first connecting portions are pivotally connected to the first and second side brackets, respectively. The seatback is disposed between the first and second side brackets and connected to the second connecting portions of the seat, so that the seatback and the seat are drivingly connected to each other. The driving source is connected to one end of the seatback that is adjacent to the pipe to drive the driven end to move.

Abstract: An ergonomic massage chair is configured with back and bottom structures held up by a pair of legs. The various support bars and structure of the ergonomic massage chair may be comprised of, in typical implementations, metal, but plastic and other suitable structures are also possible. The back structure has perimeter support bars that form the base of the back support, and horizontal support bars extend from a left perimeter support bar to a right perimeter support bar. The bottom structure likewise has a perimeter support bar that forms the structure of the bottom. A horizontal support bar extends from a left perimeter support bar to a right perimeter support bar. Nodes are attached to the ergonomic chair, and stability balls fit inside openings created by the support bars and nodes. A cover having memory foam pillows therein encapsulates the chair to provide users with customized setups that suit them.

Abstract: A hygienic kit and a method thereof for a hygienic seat location including a stretchable antimicrobial hygienic headrest cover having an ability to conform itself to dimensions of the existing headrest. The cover comprises a stretchable, antimicrobial, a non-mesh fabric configured to provide an impenetrable barrier between a user and the headrest. The headrest has an elastic opening in the back surface allowing the fabric to stretchily fit over an existing headrest. A tray table cover defined by a top panel, a bottom panel, and a sidewall connecting said top and bottom panels thereby creating an opening to a cavity therein is included. A pre-packaged sanitizing wipe is included to sanitize the seating location, and a container is included to encapsulate the pre-packaged sanitizing wipe, the tray table cover, and the stretchable headrest cover, wherein the headrest cover and the tray table cover are compressed.

Abstract: A seat back for an office chair includes a knit material for extending over a structural frame. The knit material can be formed in a single knitting operation to include cushioning characteristics that vary across different regions of the knit material. The knit material may be a weft knit material having a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer, wherein the third layer is inlayed between the first and second layers and the inlay material is different from at least the first and second layers and provides a degree of cushioning between the first and second layers. The first and second layers are knit according to a predetermined pattern, the predetermined pattern determining crossing lines where the first and second layers cross one another and fix the third layer in position with respect to the first and second layers.

Abstract: An adjustable bench-mountable cupholder has a bench connection bracket, an arm positioning bracket, an arm adjustment mechanism, a linkage arm, and a cupholder. The bench connection bracket is a rigid member that clamps the bench against a mounting surface of the arm positioning bracket. The arm positioning bracket enables the linkage arm to be articulatably connected to the bench. Specifically, the arm adjustment mechanism is a coupling system that is connected in between one end of the linkage arm and the arm positioning bracket; thereby enabling the linkage arm to be transitioned between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration. The cupholder is detachably mounted onto the linkage arm and is positioned away from the arm positioning bracket. This enables the cupholder to be positioned at a desired location when deployed.

Abstract: A convertible piece of furniture, comprising a frame (100) with at least one sidewall (102), said sidewall (102) having at least two sides (102a, 102b), and one (102a) of the sides comprising at least a backrest (104), characterized in that the sidewall (102) can be attached to the frame (100) in such a way that the backrest (104) is facing away from the interior of the frame (100), forming a seat on the frame (100), and in such a way that the backrest (104) is positioned inside the frame (100), without tilting.

Abstract: A system for introducing vibrational waves into a body of a subject to treat sleep disorders is provided. The system includes a bed frame having a first vibration contact and a second vibration contact. The first vibration contact is in mechanical communication with a first location of the body of the subject, and the second vibration contact is in mechanical communication with a second location of the body of the subject. A first vibration source is connected to the first vibration contact and configured to cause a first vibration of the first vibration contact. A second vibration source is connected to the second vibration contact and configured to cause a second vibration of the second vibration contact. The location or orientation of the first vibration contact and the second vibration contact are configured such that the first vibration combines with the second vibration to generate a super-imposed vibration.

Abstract: An air distribution pad comprises an upper layer, a lower layer, and a spacer material located between the upper layer and the lower layer, the spacer material configured to allow air to pass therethrough. An air distributor is configured to distribute air to the spacer material, wherein the air distributor comprises a port configured to receive an air hose, wherein the port is directed laterally sideways from the air distributor. At least one joining structure is coupled to the upper layer and the lower layer, the at least one joining structure providing one or more channels formed through the spacer material in fluid communication with the air distributor. The one or more channels are configured to direct generally laterally flowing air from the port of the air distributor to a generally longitudinal direction along the at least one channel.

Abstract: A bed sheet is provided that includes a knitted performance fabric having a plurality of spaced apart ventilation ports. The knitted performance fabric has a gauge per square inch, grams per square meter, air permeability and material content that are pre-selected to provide the knitted performance fabric with one or more selected physical features.

Abstract: A customizable mattress includes a chassis defining a cavity. A spring pack is removably positioned within the cavity. A top pad removably covers at least a portion of the spring pack. In some embodiments, kits and methods of use are provided.

Abstract: A slipcover fabricated from a waterproof material, wherein the slipcover is configured to closely fit over a furniture cushion. The slipcover is fabricated from a composite textile comprising a first layer fabricated from a water-resistant textile sheeting, and a second layer fabricated from a waterproof layer. The second layer resides along an inner surface of the first layer. The first layer is preferably fabricated from hydrophobic yarns, while the second layer is preferably fabricated from polyurethane laminate fabric. A slipcover systems is also provided.

Abstract: A highchair includes a building block table, a booster stool and a feeding chair. The bottom of the booster stool is detachably connected to the top of the building block table. The bottom of the feeding chair is detachably connected to the top of the booster stool. Four sockets are provided on the top surface of the building block table. An elastic cover that is adapted to the socket covers the top of each socket. A plurality of vertical grooves are spaced apart on the inner periphery of each socket. The bottom surface of each socket is provided with a first spring receiving groove. A plurality of protruding blocks are spaced apart on the outer periphery of each cover. The protruding block is matched with a corresponding groove. The bottom surface of each cover is provided with a second spring receiving groove.

Abstract: A modular cradle system for children's gear includes a modular cradle assembly having a hinge frame, coupling hubs extending from the hinge frame, and a child receiving receptacle connectable with the hinge frame. The modular cradle system can be detachably coupled to various gear product bases such as a rocker base, swing, highchair, bassinet, play yard or other desired product base.

Abstract: A four-sided stacking display case with multiple sections that can be easily assembled and disassembled. The top section has a uniform bottom attachment, the middle sections have a uniform top attachment and a uniform bottom attachment, and the bottom section has a uniform top attachment. All uniform top attachments are the same and consist of four panels attached in an offset cross pattern where each panel has a groove, and all uniform bottom attachments are the same and consist of four panels attached in an offset cross pattern where each panel has a protruding tongue, where the four tongues insert into and attach to the four grooves, so that the sections are easily attached or detached.

Abstract: A vison-based self-checkout terminal is provided. Purchased items are placed on a base and multiple cameras take multiple images of each item placed on the base. A location for each item placed on the base is determined along with a depth and the dimensions of each item at its given location on the base. Each item's images are then cropped, and item recognition is performed for each item on that item's cropped images with that item's corresponding depth and dimension attributes. An item identifier for each item is obtained along with a corresponding price and a transaction associated with items are completed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to a touchless automatic food locker apparatus, system, and method providing automated self-serve food lockers. Embodiments include arrays of modular food lockers having a public access door and a kitchen access door opposed to each other, assembled as a wall between the public space and the kitchen. Each food locker kitchen access door is adapted to receive a food item disposed into the locker. Heating and cooling elements maintain the appropriate food item temperature in the locker. Sensors, lighting, and UV lighting coupled to the locker detects a state of the item in the locker. The locker further includes credentialed access by the customer to the food locker from the public access door by an assembly coupled to the food locker utilizing mobile communication and intelligent analysis to reduce waiting time, keep food products fresh, and assure quality product delivery.

Abstract: An interactive therapeutic blanket system is disclosed. The interactive therapeutic blanket system provides a set of selectable features that serve to address mental health therapeutic user needs. In one embodiment, a user selects a selectable blanket configuration using a system interface and a blanket system controller controls a set of active blanket devices to the selectable blanket configuration. In one feature, the set of active blanket devices include a set of vibration devices operating according to a temporally-referenced vibration regimen. In another feature, the set of active blanket devices include a set of pressure devices to impart discrete pressure to a user at discrete body locations.

Abstract: This present invention relates to a custom fitted sheet to substantially cover a mattress. The custom fitted sheet includes a label on the top side to notify the users that the sheet is in a proper orientation before being applied to the mattress. The label may read “TOP” to indicate a top section of the sheet, wherein the label prevents the sheet from being installed on the mattress in an incorrect manner. A plurality of sleeves is present near the top corners of the sheet, and are disposed on the side surfaces of the mattress when the sheet is placed around the mattress. The sleeves provide secure storage for small personal items without risk of loss or misplacement. An elastic band is also provided along the peripheral edge of the sheet to assist in securing the sheet around the mattress.

Abstract: A sleeping bag for an isolated and hygienic sleeping environment. The sleeping bag having a proximal end and a distal end. The sleeping bag includes a base sheet that extends along the length of the sleeping bag. The proximal end of the sleeping bag is configured as a pillow housing having an opening for receiving a pillow. A top sheet extends from the distal end up to near the pillow housing forming a bag. a cover sheet that extends from the top sheet and folds over the top sheet. Corners of the cover sheet can have a fastener that can be coupled to opposite side edges of the base sheet. A pouch coupled to the distal end such as the sleeping bag can be rolled into the pouch.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a specially adapted pillow, and method of manufacture thereof, which compensates for the difference in height between the lower shoulder and neck/head of a user resting on their side by providing a centrally located indent which spans the entire thickness of the pillow and which is configured to receive the lower shoulder of a user, thereby, maintaining a greater difference in height between shoulder support and neck support. The pillow may be provided as a therapeutic pillow for sufferer's of vertigo and neck pain.

Abstract: Disposable tablecloth having drawstring handles and optional cinching elements.

Abstract: An attachment for a drinking vessel is disclosed. The attachment comprises an inner wall, an arc shape on the inner wall, an exterior wall, a plurality of ribs on the inner side of the exterior wall, a curved surface joining the inner wall and exterior wall and a curved edge. The attachment is designed to act as a shield between the drinking vessel and the lips of the user.

Abstract: A cup having an external wall with an external bottom, an internal wall with an internal bottom, and a spinner wall between the external wall and the internal wall. The spinner wall can be provided with weighted modules. An actuator can be placed in between the external bottom and internal bottom of the cup and connected to the spinner wall. A user can spin the spinning cup by slightly flicking the weighted modules or the spinner wall. Graphics can be applied to the spinner wall to create a visual illusion or picture when spinning.

Abstract: An apparatus and system are described for a drinkable cap and a drinkable cap system. The disclosed embodiments describe, amongst other things, for example, a drinkable cap that may be removably secured to a drinking vessel. The cap may be configured such that a user doesn't need to touch their lips or mouth to the cap in order to drink.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to improved food protection apparatuses, assemblies, and methods of use. The food protection apparatus includes a base portion; a removable covering coupled to the base portion, the removable covering including a top surface and one or more side walls, the top surface integrally connected to the one or more side walls; and a candle delivery apparatus coupled to the top surface of the removable covering, the candle delivery apparatus including one or more openings to receive one or more candles to position the candles external to the removable covering.

Abstract: A condiment dispensing utensil assembly for on-demand dispensing of a condiment includes a utensil, which comprises a shank that can be grasped in a hand of a user. A panel is engaged to the shank and defines a chamber. A condiment is positioned in the chamber and is selectively dispensable therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a bi-stable and reusable drinking straw that is able to obtain multiple physical positions. The device is comprised of magnets enclosed in the body of the flexible material of the present invention. Said device is used as a drinking straw when set in a closed coiled position. The linear position allows for the user to conveniently clean the present invention after each use.

Abstract: A device for use with a beverage can to secure a straw thereto includes a base configured to cooperate with an opening of the beverage can to secure the device to the beverage can and a passage formed through the base which aligns with the opening of the beverage can when the device is secured to the beverage can. The passage is configured to pass a straw therethrough.

Abstract: An access and/or withdrawal system. The withdrawal system may be used with a container system having an access portal is disclosed. The withdrawal system may be selectively adjustable. The withdrawal system may include a filter member.

Abstract: This present invention relates a beverage container carrier comprising a cylindrical vessel receiver for receiving a beverage container, one or more of a tension tab, and one or more of a tension fin. When a beverage container is inserted into the cylindrical vessel receiver it contacts the tension fin. The tension fin and tension tab flex outward creating space within the cylindrical vessel receiver for the beverage container and applying retaining pressure to the beverage container holding it securely within the cylindrical vessel receiver. In exemplary embodiments, the beverage container carrier further comprises a handle slot proximate to the open-top rim for receiving the beverage container handle, and an attachment panel having concealed magnet retention slots. One or more magnets are secured in each of the magnet retention slots and orientated such that the magnets secure the beverage container carrier to ferrous metal objects.

Abstract: A portable food tray is provided that attaches to outwear in use and is stowable in a pocket of a garment when not in use. The tray may have a flat, plastic and/or rigid base. The base may have an opening in a central portion of the base. One or more straps may span the opening and have a length that longer than the distance across the opening such that the one or more straps form a pocket. The pocket may be sized and shaped so an MRE pouch fits in the pocket and a portion of the MRE pouch that includes the opening is above the base. The base also has extensions that can be secured into a tactical vest for use.

Abstract: Disclosed is composite comprising four layers, two of the layers is a polymer film and two of the layers are non-woven materials, that is suitable for use as a primary backing material and/or a secondary backing material in the manufacture of textile carpet compositions. Also disclosed is a method for making the disclosed composite.