Abstract: The invention is one or more articles, such as a headband or wristband, that include a material capable of imparting lightweight and thermally insulative characteristics to the article. Particularly, the article comprises one or more layers of aerogel material that impart an insulative characteristic so that it can comfortably be worn in summer months and winter months. In addition, the material is ultra lightweight, so that the article is not bulky and can be comfortably worn for long periods of time to reduce user fatigue. Thus, the article can be worn continuously, even during periods of rest and sleep.

Abstract: A hooded apparel that has a body portion and a hood portion, the hood portion having a transparent portion located on both sides at eye level, and extents from the front edge of said hood portion and leads towards the rear.

Abstract: An article of apparel includes a plurality of textile panels and a textile material. The plurality of textile panels includes a first textile panel and a second textile panel. The first textile panel is spaced apart from the second textile panel to define a gap between the first textile panel and the second textile panel on the article of apparel. Each of the plurality of textile panels possesses an elongation value and includes a plurality of reinforcing ribs extending across said textile panel. The textile material is positioned in the gap between the first textile panel and the second textile panel. The textile material possesses an elongation value that is different than the elongation value of each of the first textile panel and the second textile panel.

Abstract: An intelligent motorcycle helmet system includes a helmet assembly and a first control module incorporated into the helmet assembly and communicatively coupled to a set of helmet-mounted lighting components. A haptic feedback module is incorporated into the helmet assembly. A second control module is configured to be removably mounted to a motorcycle. The first control module selectively activates the helmet-mounted lighting components to reflect the state of the left and right turn signals and the brake light of the motorcycle as determined via the second control module and the lighting state sensing module. The first control module selectively actuates the haptic feedback module during operation of the motorcycle in response to at least one event associated with the motorcycle.

Abstract: A work shoe, in particular for use in leveling work and/or filling work and/or for aerating a lawn, is designed such that a wearer's foot can be introduced into the shoe via an opening and the work shoe is provided with downwardly projecting spacer elements.

Abstract: A method includes determining, by a processing module of a foot force detection system, an athletic mode. The method further includes, when the athletic mode is active, determining, by the processing module, an athletic burst mode. The method further includes determining, by the processing module, a sampling rate for the foot force detection system based on the athletic burst mode for sampling foot force data.

Abstract: In an example, a wearable article includes a nonwoven textile sheet having a first portion and a second portion contiguous with the first portion. The first portion has a first density and a first modulus of elasticity. The second portion has a second density less than the first density and has a second modulus of elasticity less than the first modulus of elasticity. The first portion is shaped differently than the second portion as an integral implement of the wearable article. A method of manufacturing a wearable article may comprise thermoforming the first portion while the second portion contiguous with the thermoformed first portion is not thermoformed.

Abstract: A foot force detection system includes first and second shoe force detection units. The first shoe force detection unit includes pressure sensors, a processing module, and a communication unit. The pressure sensors are operably coupled to produce first force data. The processing module is operably coupled to produce a first digital representation of the first force data. The second shoe force detection unit includes its own pressure sensors, a processing module, and a communication unit. The first and second shoe force detection units communicate with each other via the communication units.

Abstract: A self-adhesive foot protector, that cling to the soles of bare feet, socks, or shoes, for the purpose of avoiding the coronavirus, germs and other pathogens, the foot protector having an adhesive layer over a thin material layer that adheres to shoes, socks or bare feet, and having a tab at the heel so the foot protector can be easily removed, the objective is to place a sanitary barrier between a user's feet and the floor alleviating direct contact with public walking surfaces.

Abstract: A leg protection device to be used in conjunction with footwear and adapted to removably wrap around a user's leg near or on their ankle to protect the user from rubbing and irritations caused by the footwear when worn and in use. A flexible panel is provided incorporating a plurality of apertures adapted to allow a chosen amount of air flow to the covered portion of the leg when needed. The flexible panel further includes edge portions around a perimeter thereof and surrounding each of the apertures and made from a material adapted to increase comfort to the user while in use.

Abstract: The article of footwear for grounding the human body to earth includes an upper portion; a sole having an outer sole face distal from a user and an inner sole face proximate to the user; one or more electrically conductive portions which extend through the sole from the outer sole face to the inner sole face; and an electrically conductive layer which extends over a portion of the inner sole face and being configured to make conductive contact with the foot of the human body. The sole includes a blade portion.

Abstract: A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Abstract: A shoe sole includes: a sole body located to extend continuously from a forefoot portion to a rearfoot portion; and a highly rigid member fixed to the sole body, the highly rigid member being formed of a material that is higher in rigidity than a material forming the sole body. The highly rigid member includes a curved plate portion extending in a direction crossing a right-left direction corresponding to a foot width direction of a foot of a wearer. The curved plate portion has an inverted arch shaped portion that protrudes toward a ground contact surface of the shoe sole in a cross section taken along a line orthogonal to a direction in which the curved plate portion extends. At least a part of the curved plate portion is disposed in the forefoot portion.

Abstract: A sole assembly is provided including multiple compression units entrapped in a midsole and adjacent an outsole to efficiently distribute forces and to assist in correct foot motion during a gait cycle. The multiple compression units can be linked to one another to assist the foot in moving through an appropriate foot motion during a gait cycle. A heel compression unit can be linked to an arch compression unit, which can be linked to one or more forefoot compression units, which can be linked to a toe compression unit. The linking of the heel compression unit, the arch compression unit, and the forefoot compression unit to one another can resist torsional movement of the units between one another, thereby providing a more stable foot support, while still providing impact-attenuation and force distribution through the sole assembly.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole structure including a polymeric bladder element enclosing a fluid-filled interior cavity. The bladder element has a surface with a groove that extends generally parallel with a transverse edge from a lateral side to a medial side, and has a reduced thickness at the groove. A first length along a longitudinal midline of the bladder element from a longitudinal extremity of the bladder element to the groove corresponds with a first footwear size, and a second length along the longitudinal midline of the bladder element from the longitudinal extremity to the transverse edge corresponds with a second footwear size larger than the first footwear size. The sole structure is used in a method of manufacturing an article of footwear.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shock-absorbing heel provided with a shock absorber for mitigating the load applied to the sole of a foot when walking and, more specifically, to a shock-absorbing heel provided with a shock absorber and attached to a high heel, the shock-absorbing heel comprising, an outer heel fixedly mounted to the rear surface of the sole of a high heel (shoe), an inner heel which has an elastic spring mounted to the upper side thereof and is coupled to the inside of the outer heel, and a bottom heel which is fixedly mounted to a lower end portion of the inner heel so as to be replaceable, wherein a cylindrical protective cap which is inserted so as to prevent the lower end portion of the inner heel from being exposed to the outside is provided on a lower end portion of the outer heel, and a fastening cover coupled to the inner heel above the elastic spring is inserted into the outer heel.

Abstract: A double layer knitted element includes a first layer comprising a first yarn, a second layer comprising a second yarn, and a third yarn arranged at least in part between the first and second layer. The third yarn is attached to at least one of the first layer and the second layer by a plurality of tuck stitches, wherein there is at least one miss stitch between two successive tuck stitches of the third yarn.

Abstract: An article of footwear has a flexible upper, a sole, a bite line, a heel region, a forefoot region, a medial side, a lateral side, and a flap. The article of footwear is secured using a closure system that may be tightened and loosened. The flap is coupled to the article of footwear proximate the bite line and is configured to interact with the closure system. The closure system secures the flap to the upper when the closure system is tightened.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for convenient tightening and loosening of strings such as those found in shoelaces of footwear. The apparatus includes a rotating portion within a base portion. A cover portion, when operated in a first position, provides a ratchet movement that allows rotation in a tightening direction while preventing movement in a loosening direction. When the cover is moved to a second position, the ratchet mechanism disengages, and the strings can then be easily loosened.

Abstract: A spike and key system is provided that includes a spike having a conical tip with a hole extending therethrough, and a key member including a first key having a racetrack shaped opening, and a second key having a rotatable key member designed to interact with the hole in the spike.

Abstract: Manufacturing and assembly of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by automated placement and assembly of shoe parts. For example, a part-recognition system analyzes an image of a shoe part to identify the part and determine a location of the part. Once the part is identified and located, the part can be manipulated by an automated manufacturing tool.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fastening device and a method of removably attaching an object to a surface of a material, the fastening device including a base, rotatable around an axis of rotation; a support frame mechanically supporting the base allowing the base to rotate with respect to the support frame, the axis of rotation of the base being transverse to a reference plane of the support frame; an open-ring shaped piercing member including secured and piercing ends, secured end attached to the base, and the piercing member configured so the piercing end follows a first curved trajectory when the base is rotated; and a first abutment, on the support frame and configured to cause the piercing end of the piercing member to follow a second curved trajectory; so the plane of the second trajectory is offset by a deviation angle from the plane of the first trajectory.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communications are described that provide for managing transmissions using multiple component carriers (CCs) in which transmissions using one or more of the CCs may span less than a full transmission time of a slot or other transmission time interval. A UE may signal a capability to transmit such transmissions, and one or more capabilities related to carrier aggregation that may be used by a base station for scheduling of transmissions on different CCs. In the event that overlapping transmissions on two or more CCs exceed a maximum power threshold, various techniques for dropping at least a portion of one or more transmissions of one or more CCs are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a coated jewelry article or a coated component of a jewelry article, comprising a jewelry article or a component of a jewelry article, a first metallic coating, and a second metallic coating.

Abstract: A sunshade switchable between a manual mode and an electric mode includes an operating device having a shaft. A driven gear is rotatably coupled to the shaft. A driving gear for electric mode is rotatable in unison with the shaft. A runner interlocks with the shaft. The shaft is movable to couple with the driven gear for electric mode or the driving gear for manual mode. When the driven gear for electric mode is coupled with the shaft, a motor can be used to move the runner for folding, unfolding, tilting, or straightening the sunshade. When the driving gear for manual mode is coupled with the shaft, a handle can be operated to move the runner for folding, unfolding, tilting, or straightening the sunshade.

Abstract: A bag including a flexible bag body and having a structured closure including rigid ribs. The ribs are arranged in a spatial relationship to selectively stiffen and support the bag body in selected areas to define an overall shape of the bag, and to define at least one unsupported operative region of the flexible material that will be highly flexible due to the lack of overlying strengthening ribs, and act as the structured closure. The ribs may be spaced asymmetrically to define a preferred operative region for folding at an intended location. The bag body may define pockets or other internal organizer structure having an open top and the preferred operative region may be defined in vertical alignment with the open top of the organizer to provide easy access to the open top of the organizer. Bags may have any suitable shape and may include one or more structured closures.

Abstract: A luggage includes a case, four wheels mounted on a bottom of the case, and a handle connected to the case. The case includes a case member and a lid. The case member is a single element having an opening at a front thereof to be an entrance of a chamber therein. The lid is pivoted on the case member to open and close the opening of the case member. The case member is provided with first reinforced ribs on a back side, and second reinforced ribs on a left side and a right side. The first reinforced ribs are perpendicular to the second reinforced ribs to enhance the strength of the case member.

Abstract: A mask storing device comprises a storing unit, a hook member, a stopper portion, a positioning member, and a flexible stopper member for storing a mask. A method to store a mask, which functions as a safe and hygienicway to allow users to store and take out the mask safely by only holding ear loops without touching the body of the mask.

Abstract: The concealed hanging case is a storage device that can discretely and vertically hold valuables by means of a hook for easy access by the owner. Preferably, the device is shaped to look like a clothes hanger and when hung within a closet with a coat placed on top, is indistinguishable from the other hanging clothes to the unsuspecting eye. To accomplish this, the device includes a receptacle which can hold a variety of objects. The device further includes several depressions which conform to the shapes of the objects such that the objects may securely rest within the case while in an upright position. In addition, the case may be enveloped by a zippered jacket or cover which may be further secured by a lock. Thus, the versatile case may be used in a home, boat, office, and a variety of other settings.

Abstract: Electronic device cases with tracks for holding accessories and related methods are disclosed. According to an aspect, an electronic device case includes a body that defines an interior space for holding an electronic device. The case also includes a track attached to a side of the body and comprising first and second rails. The rails each define a protrusion that extends substantially along a length of the track. The protrusion of the first rail and the protrusion of the second rail extend in substantially opposing directions. The case also includes a locking mechanism comprising a resilient member that engages the first and second rails for biasing the first and second rails in a first position for holding an accessory. The resilient member resists movement of the first and second rails to a second position for release or receipt of the accessory.

Abstract: Provided is a portable terminal cover, which is configured to surround a portable terminal (4) and a portable terminal case (3) or other retainer in an integrated manner and is continuously usable irrespective of a shape of the portable terminal. Provided is a portable terminal cover including: a portable terminal cover main body portion (1) made of a freely foldable material; and a band portion (2) mounted to the portable terminal cover main body portion (1), in which the band portion (2) is sandwiched between the portable terminal (4) and a retainer to which the portable terminal (4) is mounted. The portable terminal case (3) or other retainer and the portable terminal (4) can be easily and repeatedly fixed to, attached to, and detached from the portable terminal cover main body portion (1) through the band portion.

Abstract: A carry case for an electronics-enabled eyewear device, such as smart glasses, has charging contacts that are movable relative to a storage chamber in which the eyewear device is receivable. The charging contacts are connected to a battery carried by the case for charging the eyewear device via contact coupling of the charging contacts to corresponding contact formations on an exterior of the eyewear device. The charging contacts are in some instances mounted on respective flexible walls defining opposite extremities of the storage chamber. The contact formations on the eyewear device are in some instances provided by hinge assemblies that couple respective temples to a frame of the eyewear device.

Abstract: A key organizer, having a housing and a reel pivotally engaged therewith, is configured for engagement of a key with said reel. The reel has a first position holding a key engaged therewith, within an internal housing of the housing. The reel is pivotable to a second position wherein a second end of a key engaged therewith is engageable with a lock to actuate it.

Abstract: A case including a support member is disclosed. The support member includes a port well and a collar for receiving an internal charging port of the case. An elastic tether is coupled to the support member and the case and configured to facilitate extraction of the support member from an aperture of the case for coupling of the internal charging port to an external charging port. The elastic tether also facilitates retraction of the support member and internal charging port into the aperture. The support member also includes a tab for grasping by a user.

Abstract: This disclosure includes a description of luggage devices configured to provide convenient access to sanitizers. The luggage device can include a receptacle having an opening to receive a sanitizer container therein. The luggage device can include a support that is translated or moved within the receptacle by way of a push-to-release mechanism. The push-to-release mechanism can translate or move the support between a deployed position in which the sanitizer container is at least partially exposed outside the receptacle and a stowed position in which the sanitizer container is disposed inside the receptacle. The luggage device can include a dispenser that enables the user to dispense sanitizer from a sanitization container in the receptacle.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a luggage article including a rear panel; a grip handle including a pair of spaced-apart tubes mounted on the rear panel; a recess defined between the tubes; and a removable pocket removably mountable in the recess between the tubes, wherein the removable pocket and the recess include corresponding inter-engaging engagement features to at least partially retain the pocket within the recess.

Abstract: A luggage tag includes an electronic ink display screen affixed to a surface of the luggage tag. Tag memory of the tag stores a unique identifier. An antenna receives an electromagnetic signal. Circuitry of the tag captures energy and acquires data from the electromagnetic signal received by the antenna and powers the electronic ink display with the captured energy. A processor receives the data acquired by the circuitry from the electromagnetic signal and produces an image on the electronic ink display using the acquired data if the acquired data includes a match to the unique identifier stored in the memory.

Abstract: A go-bag is disclosed. The bag is designed to contain valuables and important documents, and protect these contents during an emergency evacuation situation. The bag can waterproof and float in water. The bag can also be made of a flame resistant material. The bag can include a self-orienting feature where the bag can float in water and automatically rotate to achieve the proper orientation so that the integrated solar panel is facing upwards towards the sun.

Abstract: The flat iron controller is an item of hairdressing equipment. The flat iron and the personal data device are defined elsewhere in this disclosure. The flat iron controller incorporates a flat iron and a personal data device. The personal data device controls the operation of the flat iron. Specifically, the personal data device: a) initiates the operation of the flat iron; and, b) sets the operating temperature of the flat iron.

Abstract: An adjustable hair covering includes a body member with at least one channel, a draw string and a fixing member. The body member includes a top opening and an enclosed space for storing a user's hair. The channel extends from the body member top end and to a position intermediate the body member top and bottom ends. The second end of the channel includes a channel opening. The draw string is operably coupled with the body member top end and positioned within the channel with the draw string extending from the channel opening. The fixing member is releasably coupled to the draw string so that in an extended state the draw string length is greater than the channel length, and in a retracted state the draw string length is less than the channel length, thereby reducing the distance between the top and bottom ends of the body member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device in the form of a composition felt pen for quickly and instantaneously self-coloring the sparse white hairs of the beard and white hair. It consists of a body that encloses a porous reservoir impregnated with a cartridge of coloring composition and connects to a tip of synthetic fiber. This is a real novelty for men.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system (10) for dispensing a product, comprising a dispenser that can house at least two cartridges, each of which includes a reservoir containing a base product, a first base product comprising at least 0.1 wt.-% particles having a density differential relative to the medium containing same, preferably of at least 0.5 g/cm3, in particular particles having a density greater than or equal to 2 g/cm3, and a thickening agent. The dispenser allows at least two base products to be dispensed in adjustable proportions, the viscosity of the first base product being preferably greater than 2 Pa·s and more preferably greater than or equal to 4 Pa·s.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system (10) for dispensing a product, comprising a dispenser that can house at least two cartridges, each of which includes a reservoir containing a base product, a first base product comprising at least 0.1 wt.-% particles having a density differential relative to the medium containing same, preferably of at least 0.5 g/cm3, in particular particles having a density greater than or equal to 2 g/cm3, and a thickening agent. The dispenser allows at least two base products to be dispensed in adjustable proportions, the viscosity of the first base product being preferably greater than 2 Pa·s and more preferably greater than or equal to 4 Pa·s.

Abstract: A mask holder may provide a place to store one or more facial masks or personal protective equipment (PPE) when not in use so that the facial masks or PPE are not further contaminated or lost prior to the next use. The mask holder may be utilized in a variety of different environments including, but not limited to, in an automobile, in an office/at work, and/or at home. Different types of mask holders may be provided that may house either a particular type of mask or more than one type of mask. A mask holder may be mounted in a variety of different manners including, but not limited to, visor clip, magnets, hook and loop portions, and/or double-sided tape or adhesive. The mask may be received on a holder plate and secured to the holder plate using clips or hooks.

Abstract: The present invention provides a brush including a brush head (28) carrying bristle filaments (6), a brush neck and a handle stem, which are arranged one behind the other in the longitudinal direction of the brush, in which a bristle carrier (32) holding the bristle filaments (6) is formed from a hard component (16) and the handle stem is formed from a foamed plastic material (24). In a method according to the invention, a first plastic component (16) is injected into a first mold cavity (14) to form a bristle carrier (32) holding bristle filaments (6), the bristle carrier (32) is transferred to a further mold cavity (22) and, in a further molding cycle, a foaming plastic (24) is introduced into the further mold cavity (22), which foams in the further mold cavity (22).

Abstract: A hair brush comprising an upper handle defining a cavity between a front surface and a back surface of the upper handle, a bristle cover positioned into the cavity and facing away from the front surface, wherein the bristle cover comprises a plurality of cavities, a bristle pad, wherein the bristle pad is positioned into the cavity and between the bristle cover and the back surface of the upper handle, a plurality of bristles positioned on the bristle pad, a brush body coupled to the bristle pad, wherein the brush body comprises a mechanical means for moving the plurality of bristles of the bristle pad through the plurality of cavities of the bristle cover.

Abstract: An applicator device for applying a fluid to an object has a hollow body, an applicator, a sensor, and a notification system. The hollow body stores the fluid therein. The applicator discharges the fluid. The sensor is configured to detect a fluid surface of the fluid. The notification system is configured to generate a notification signal based on a detection signal from the sensor.

Abstract: A cleaning roller is mountable to a cleaning robot. The cleaning roller includes a sheath comprising a shell, an outer diameter of the shell tapering from a first end portion of the sheath and a second end portion of the sheath toward a center of the roller. The cleaning roller further includes a core including a central portion interlocked with the sheath to rotationally couple the core to the sheath and inhibit relative translation of the sheath and the core along an axis of rotation. An inner surface of the sheath and an outer surface of the core define an air gap therebetween, the air gap extending from the central portion of the core longitudinally along the axis of rotation toward the first end portion or the second end portion.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a top cover having a first side and a second side, the second side opposite the first side, the top cover tapered and comprising an opening at a top of the tapered portion to accept a paint brush handle within and two flexible tabs on a lower portion of the first side, and a bottom cover having a first side and a second side, the second side opposite the first side, the first side of the bottom cover comprising two slots positioned on a top portion, the bottom cover configured to accept a paint brush bristle portion within, a lower part of the tapered portion of the top cover configured to releasably lock to the bottom cover when the two flexible tabs are engaged within the two slots.

Abstract: A furniture assembly can include a tabletop with removable legs. The removable legs can be attached to the tabletop with a socket having a threaded member mounted in a non-fixed and anti-rotation registration at the bottom of the socket. The legs can be mounted to the socket by insertion and turning for threaded engagement. The floating engagement mechanism can allow the threaded fastener member to move during installation to provide for enhanced alignability between the leg and the threaded fastener member.