Abstract: A system for carrying food apparel having device made of a continuous strip of material forming two or more loops and an interlocking member that when moved chases the diameter of the loops. The device contracts around shoes at various points including the mid sole region or the heels. The device is attachable to, for example, a travel bag, wrist-band, or shoulder band. The device may be attachable through, for example, a magnet, hook, button, velcro, zippers, clips or carabiner. In addition disclosed is a method of carrying foot apparel involving providing the device, placing a foot apparel into each loop of the device, tightening the loops, and attaching the loops to the exterior of a bag, hand strap, wrist strap, or shoulder strap.

Abstract: A scabbard for carrying a collapsed baton is described. The scabbard comprises a rotatable protective hood.

Abstract: Disclosed is a makeup applicator with interchangeable brush and sponge heads. An embodiment may include two heads (e.g., brush, sponge, etc.) that are replaceable and/or interchangeable using a reversible connector. The applicator preferably includes a silicone stalk with a connector projecting from each end. Each connector is preferably composed of silicone and includes a rim adapted to securely engage the brush and/or sponge heads. Preferably, the heads are composed of the same material as the stalk. The heads preferably define a hollow base adapted to securely receive the connectors to facilitate the application of makeup. The heads may preferably be removed by a user when desired and replaced with an alternate brush and/or sponge head. The applicator may optimize space in a user's makeup case, save costs, and/or be travel friendly. The present applicator is preferably for use with cosmetic application, where different brush heads may be required to apply different forms of makeup (e.g.

Abstract: A beauty tool includes a handle portion configured to house an associated heating assembly and a bristle portion connected to the handle portion. The bristle portion includes a primary heating element configured to be heated by the associated heating assembly. A bristle base heated member is mounted to an outer periphery of the heating element. The bristle base heated member has a secondary heating element configured to be heated by the primary heating element. A non-conductive, heat insulating bristle spacer is secured between the bristle base heated member and the heating element. A bristle bar is secured by the bristle spacer and has bristles extending through the bristle spacer and the bristle base heated member. The bristle spacer is configured to thermally isolate the bristle bar from both the heating element and the bristle base heated member.

Abstract: A grill brush includes a brush head with brush-head upper and lower surfaces, the brush-head lower surface having a plurality of bristles protruding therefrom. An elongated handle extends between handle proximate and distal ends. The handle distal end is defined in part by a brush-head mount including a mounting surface configured to retain the brush-head upper surface. A grill-cleaning implement plate is situated at least partially between the brush-head upper surface and the brush-head mount and extends longitudinally between plate back and front ends. At least one of the plate back and front ends has depending therefrom a grate-cleaning implement. The implement plate is rotatably retained between the brush-head upper surface and the brush-head mount such that, with the brush head stationary relative to the brush handle, the implement plate can be rotated with respect to the brush handle and brush head between mutually opposed first and second angular orientations.

Abstract: A water absorbing structure and a brush assembly using the same are provided. The water absorbing structure contains no less than 30% by weight of diatomaceous earth based on a total weight of the water absorbing structure, and includes a block body and a protruding pattern. The block body has a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The protruding pattern is formed on the first surface of the block body and configured to contact and squeeze a brush head of a brush.

Abstract: Provided is a polyester-based monofilament for a toothbrush, the monofilament having exceptional flexibility (usage feel), durability (bristle breaking resistance), and restoration properties (bristle opening resistance). The present invention relates to: a polyester-based monofilament for a toothbrush, the monofilament being characterized in that polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) are mixed at a proportion ranging from 85/15 to 65/35 in terms of weight ratio, and the shrinkage in boiling water is less than 1.0%; and a toothbrush in which the aforementioned polyester-based monofilament for a toothbrush is used in an erected bristle section.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a movable integrated table that can be easily moved to a destination in a state where various items are placed thereon or to allow various items to be placed thereon, and more particularly to a movable integrated table that provides improved decorativeness and is convenient to move such that it can transfer items such as beverages, foods, computers, business items, and business materials to various tables such as various desks or dining tables for the purpose of use, or such that it enables various items to be placed thereon or to be stably transferred in a state where they are placed thereon even within a relatively narrow space in a department store, a shop, an outdoor party hall, a home, a hotel, an office, an indoor/outdoor banquet hall, or a high-class restaurant.

Abstract: An elevation working platform includes a lower support and an upper support. At least one group of X-type elevation mechanisms is provided between the lower support and the upper support. The elevation working platform further includes an elastic element. A first end of the elastic element is connected between two end points of a first support rod or a second support rod. A second end of the elastic element is connected to the lower support or a second hinging seat capable of sliding relative to the lower support. Using the X-type elevation mechanisms, the front and back positions of the upper support do not change in an elevating process of the upper support, the structure is simple and practical, and the cost is relatively low.

Abstract: A hand held mobile studio and booth system includes a stick coupled with a universal mount to hold one or more components through one or more connectors. For example, the one or more components include one or more computing devices, a microphone, a noise protection filter to reduce popping sounds caused by fast moving air on the microphone, one or more electronic devices to allow dual transmission, and one or more reflection filters to reduce background noise by preventing sound waves reflection.

Abstract: A self-sanitizing divider assembly is provided. The assembly includes a planar structure comprising a first surface, a sanitization system and a divider. The sanitization system may include a housing having an interior volume with an opening on one side of the housing, wherein the housing is coupled to the planar structure. The sanitization system may also have a moveable sanitizing members, wherein the sanitizing members move in response to activation of the sanitization system. The divider may be coupled within the housing with a portion of the divider extending through the opening of the housing to extend away from the first surface of the planar structure or may be coupled adjacent the opening of the housing and extending away from the first surface of the planar structure. The sanitization system automatically sanitizes the divider with sanitization solution during movement of the sanitizing members after activation of the sanitization system.

Abstract: A flute lyre includes a music holder and a body attached to the music holder. The body includes a neck member, a support member, and an arm member extending between the neck member and the support member. The support member includes a base support and a music holder support. The neck member is configured to extend about and contact a user's neck, and the base support is configured to contact the user's torso when the flute lyre is positioned on the user. The music holder support is positioned on an exterior side of an arm of the user, and the arm member is positioned between the user's arm and the user's torso for contacting the user's arm when the flute lyre is positioned on the user and the user holds the flute in the playing position. Other example flute lyres and methods of constructing flute lyres are also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems, methods, and apparatus related to a storage system. The storage system may include one or more cabinets having shelves including a foldable panel. The storage system may include one or more cabinets having shelves including a fixed portion and a sliding portion configured to slide relative to the fixed portion. A modular storage system may be provided including a plurality of cabinet units that may fixedly attach to each other. A locking mechanism including a locking foot and locking element may be provided for connecting multiple cabinets in a modular cabinet assembly. Some embodiments may include a drawer and secondary work surface assembly for a shelf capable of use in a cabinet.

Abstract: A convertible item of furniture including: a plurality of shelf units, wherein each shelf unit has a horizontally extending leave and at least one leave support for supporting the leave; a drive system operably connected to each leave support such that the leaves remain horizontal when the shelf units are moved between a vertical configuration and a horizontal configuration; and, an anti-tip leg system. The anti-tip leg system has a front leg assembly and a rear leg assembly including an upwardly extending pair of rear legs, each rear leg comprising a rear leg upper region operably connected to a shelf unit or a part of the drive system, and a rear leg lower region supporting at least one wheel, and a linkage assembly interconnecting the front and rear leg assemblies. A spacing between the front and rear leg lower regions increases as the shelf units move towards the horizontal configuration.

Abstract: A pull-out guide for a drawer, including a carcass rail configured to be arranged on a side of a furniture carcass, and a drawer rail configured to be arranged on a drawer. The drawer rail is displaceably supported on the carcass rail in an opening- and closing direction, and the drawer rail has an upper side facing towards the drawer and a lower side spaced from the upper side by at least one side limb. A bearing device is provided for a synchronization rod of a synchronization device. The bearing device includes a fastening region for the synchronization rod, and the fastening region is arranged below the underside of the drawer rail.

Abstract: A method (10) of manufacturing a furniture base plate member includes the steps of providing a hollow longitudinally elongated metal profile roll formed from a sheet of metal, which includes an upper side and a lower side; pressing the upper side and the lower side of the metal profile against each other, such that at least one section of the upper side and the lower side abuts each other, such that two channels are formed by said pressing and having at least one opening at each longitudinal end of the metal profile; and arrange support members having insertion members extending into said the longitudinal channels at said openings.

Abstract: The invention is a customizable, slidable shelving and support apparati and system for supporting, storing and accessing horticultural and agricultural specimens within growing spaces, allowing growers to utilize the maximum amount of their linear horizontal and vertical grow space and service specific areas of the garden enterprise while also allowing for maximum workspace through the use of a table and track system that provides stackable options of multiple grow layers. A method of using this slidable shelving and support apparati and system is also included.

Abstract: A cross rocking chair having a chair fabric, a seat frame assembly, a support frame assembly and connectors. The seat frame assembly has two cross tubes, two square seat frame armrest tubes and two backrest support tubes. A cushion and a backrest of the chair fabric are mounted at upper ends of the cross tubes and the backrest support tubes. The support frame assembly has two support frame units each having a support bottom tube. Rear ends of bottom tubes of the seat frame armrest tubes are bent upwards, and front ends of the bottom tubes are arranged on the support bottom tubes. Two ends of each connector are rotatably connected to the top of the bent rear end of the bottom tube of one seat frame armrest tube and the rear end of the corresponding support bottom tube.

Abstract: The invention disclosure relates to the technical field of supporting chair legs, in particular to a three-leg assembly and disassembly structure for supporting chair legs in a star shape. The foot is movably connected to the end of the mounting part away from the central support. By providing a mounting groove and a connecting section, the connecting section of the supporting foot is vertically inserted into the mounting groove, so that the cylinder axis part is clamped into the limiting groove and then rotated the support foot upward ninety degrees, until the abutment section abuts against the limiting groove, the support foot can be installed.

Abstract: A foot-lifting device for sofas, comprising: a fixed element configured to be constrained in substantially vertical position to the front portion of the structure of a sofa; a footrest which is movable with respect to the fixed element between a closed configuration and an open configuration; a connection kinematism of the footrest to the fixed element; in a closed configuration the footrest is substantially vertical, in open configuration the footrest is in rotated position upwards and translated onwards with respect to the sofa with respect to the position assumed in closed configuration, in that in both the open and closed configurations the extension of the device is wholly in front of the front portion of the structure of the sofa, and in that the kinematism comprises a chain of four articulated quadrilaterals, wherein: both the first and the second quadrilateral comprise a side integral to the fixed element.

Abstract: An ergonomic device for supporting a user during prolonged standing including: a main support, a base attachable to a distal point of the main support, a pelvic support attachable to the main support at a proximal point, a secondary support attachable between an intermedial point of the main support and the base. The user is supported from the front by the pelvic support while standing on the base.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a piece of furniture (100) for sitting or lying down on, comprising a frame (110) and a base (130) for a mattress or a seat cushion. The base (130) spans a horizontal surface area and has a thickness which extends in the vertical direction. The base (130) is resiliently coupled with the frame (110). The invention is characterized by the provision of a guide element (150) which ensures that a vertically downwardly directed external force applied to the base (130) results in the base (130) being moved in a guided manner vertically downwards relative to the frame (110).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mattress care device that may be stored in a hidden state within a bed frame without being exposed to the outside when not in use, and a lift operation part positioned under the mattress for raising the mattress during a sterilization and cleaning of the mattress surface and for lowering the mattress to an initial position.

Abstract: A bedding system including one or more bedding components is provided for use with a bed. The bedding component includes a fitted sheet, a top sheet, a pillow case and/or a comforter. The fabric panel forming the bedding component may include air vents integrated into the fabric panel. Additionally, the fabric panel may further include an activatable material integrated into and/or disposed in proximity with the fabric panel.

Abstract: A sleep system comprises an air posturizing module having a case, the case comprising a first case section extending medially along a length of the case to define a movable first section, a second case section adjacent to the first case section and extending along a length of the case to define a movable second section, a third case section defining a third posturing section, a fourth case section extending medially along a length of the case to define a movable third section, and a fifth case section extending medially along a length of the case to define a movable fourth section. One or more first air chambers are carried in the first, third and fourth case sections to provide a first sleep area, and one or more second air chambers are carried in the second, third, and fifth module sections to provide a second sleep area.

Abstract: A mattress care device includes a moving module that is moved in the longitudinal direction of a mattress and a cleaning module that is installed at the moving module and moved in the width direction of the mattress. In particular, the connection portions between two side frames of the moving module and a top frame are rotatable so that the moving module can be stably moved forward and backward.

Abstract: A mattress care device includes two vertically moving frames that are moved upward from opposite side walls of a bed frame and then a sanitary module is moved along the two vertically moving frames to perform the cleaning of a mattress, and when the cleaning of the mattress is not performed, the sanitary module is stored in a storage part while the two vertically moving frames are moved downward so that the sanitary module is stored in a location hidden from a user of a bed. Accordingly, discomfort caused by exposure of the sanitary module can be prevented.

Abstract: A mattress including a stretchable flame-retardant textile cap incorporating a top panel of flame retardant material operatively connected to a stitch-bonded flame retardant textile skirting with machine direction stretch and recovery properties disposed over a resilient mattress core to provided flame barrier protection to the mattress core.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a containing structure including a main body with a containing chamber, and a door body is disposed on the main body and is openable to enter the containing chamber, a connecting assembly for opening and closing the door body on the main body is disposed between the door body and the main body; and a locking assembly for switching the connecting assembly between a locking state and an unlocking state is disposed on the containing structure. In the containing structure body, when the door body is closed, the connecting assembly is located outside the main body and locked by the locking assembly, for preventing damage caused by improper operation of the infant; only when the locking component is unlocked, the connecting assembly can be operated to open the door body. The containing structure is simple, safe, and reliable, and is suitable for widespread use.

Abstract: A crib frame includes a first handrail member, a first handrail joint, a second handrail member, a second handrail joint, an engaging member and an unlock member. The engaging member is movably disposed in the first handrail joint. An engaging end of the engaging member engages with the first handrail joint and the second handrail joint, such that the first handrail member and the second handrail member are locked at a handrail unfolding position. The unlock member is movably disposed in the second handrail joint. When the unlock member is pressed, the unlock member pushes the engaging end, such that the engaging end disengages from the second handrail joint, and the first handrail member and the second handrail member are able to rotate with respect to each other.

Abstract: A harness for limiting the displacement of a child without restricting natural movements is disclosed. The harness is one piece that is fastened to the lower body similar to a diaper. The harness is attached to a fixed point by any means to limit the displacement of the child.

Abstract: A merchandise display system can include a front rail, at least one divider configured to engage the front rail, the at least one divider including a barrier. The at least one divider may also include a divider wall, and a roller carriage extending along the divider wall. The roller carriage can be provided with a plurality of rollers, and the roller carriage can be configured to advance the product. Additionally, the roller carriage can be tilted such that the product is configured to move toward the barrier. The roller carriage can be formed of a first portion and a second portion, and the roller carriage can be provided with a plurality of axles that are configured to receive the plurality of rollers such that the plurality of rollers are configured to rotate on the roller carriage. A method for forming a merchandise display system is also contemplated.

Abstract: A conveyor system for transporting articles in a checkout counter is provided. The system comprises a first conveyor station (12), and an article positioning conveyor station (14) being arranged in series with the first conveyor station (12). The article positioning conveyor station (14) comprises at least a first and a second conveyor unit (16a, 16b) arranged in parallel with each other in the longitudinal direction, and wherein the first conveyor unit (16a) is operated at a different speed and/or direction than the second conveyor unit (16b).

Abstract: A multi-function transaction card may receive, from shelf sensors, first data indicating that items have been removed from shelves by a customer of a merchant, and may receive, from shopping cart sensors, second data indicating that the items have been placed in a shopping cart. The multi-function transaction card may receive, based on the first data and the second data, item data identifying the items placed in the shopping cart, wherein the item data is received from price tags of the items. The multi-function transaction card may store the item data, and may provide, to a transaction terminal of the merchant, the item data identifying the items and customer data identifying the customer. The multi-function transaction card may receive, from the transaction terminal, transaction data identifying a transaction that charges the multi-function transaction card for a total cost of the items.

Abstract: A modular photograph display system is provided. The display system can include one of more modular illuminated photograph display assemblies including a frame, base, and a post therebetween. The frame can include a frame back, illumination panel, photograph matte, window, clip assemblies, and cover. The clip assemblies can secure the window and matte against the frame back, such that a photograph can be inserted therebetween, and can magnetically secure the cover to the frame back. The base can include an LED driver and a controller for controlling one or more illumination panels. The bases of two or more modular photograph display assemblies can be coupled together to form an assembly of display assemblies. Additional frames and posts can added on top of the frames of the modular display assemblies to further increase the number of photographs that can be displayed.

Abstract: An adaptor member that converts a standard picture frame into a shadowbox, the adaptor member being a four-sided rectangular member with an outwardly disposed, four-sided forward rabbet and an inwardly disposed, four-sided rear rabbet.

Abstract: A sheet assembly for use with a mattress in a correctional institution. The sheet assembly includes a mattress section with a pair of overlapping sheets that are connected together along at least two sides and that form an interior space sized to contain the mattress and a cover section that includes a single sheet. A seam extends along a common side of each of the mattress section and the cover section with the seam connecting together the mattress section and the cover section. The cover section is movable relative to the mattress section between an open orientation away from the mattress section and a closed orientation that overlaps with the mattress section.

Abstract: A pillow consisting of two generally cylindrical shaped sleeves forming soft cushions connected along their longitudinal axes with a flexible linking member to provide an adjustable channel for a side or stomach sleeping user to more easily draw breath through her mouth or nose. A method of adapting a pillow to provide an adjustable channel for a side or stomach sleeper to breathe easier.

Abstract: A protective and sound-proofing casing adapted to attach to dishware is provided which includes an outer surface exposed to an environment and an inner surface disposed opposite to the outer surface and configured to snugly engage with a portion of the dishware. A protected and sound-proof dishware is also provided which includes a dishware body and a sound-proofing casing attached to the dishware. The casing may include an outer surface exposed to an environment and an inner surface disposed opposite to the outer surface and configured to snugly engage with a portion of the dishware body.

Abstract: A light-up beverage container or drinking vessel has a double wall construction made up of an inner container and an outer container, the inner container having a frustoconical, straight-walled shape and the outer container having a curved sidewall when viewed from the side. In order to achieve an attractive illuminated appearance, the curved outer sidewall of the preferred drinking vessel includes facets or prism structures formed in and extending around a circumference of the curved sidewall.

Abstract: A leak resistant lid assembly for a beverage container where the lid assembly has a straw or similar means for a user to drink liquid is disclosed. The lid assembly may include a base, a straw that extends through the base, a gasket, and a grommet. The base may have a primary opening that receives the straw and a secondary opening in the top of the base, where the secondary opening acts as a vent to prevent a vacuum from occurring when drinking from a straw. The grommet may have a spiral ring may help create a flow path for air from inside the beverage container to the exterior environment.

Abstract: A storage container includes an elastomeric base having a plurality of side walls forming an interior and an opening at an upper edge of the base. The base has an annular channel positioned proximate the opening at the upper edge of the base. An inner insert is removably positionable in the opening of the base, the inner insert having an outward facing annular protrusion configured for insertion in the annular channel of the base, and a spout with a channel formed therethrough. At least a portion of the spout has external threading. An outer cap is positionable over the inner insert and has an opening for receiving the spout. A screw cap includes internal threading configured for rotational engagement with the external threading of the spout, wherein rotation of screw cap compresses at least a portion of the base between the inner insert and the outer cap.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cooking utensil with double folding which includes a body part of which one of cooking utensils such as scoops, forks, spoons, flip, spatulas and cooking spoons is selectively formed from an end, a handle part, and a rotating part which includes at least two or more holes formed in one side and the other side thereof so that one end is connected to the first rack portion and the other end is connected to the second rack portion to be doubly foldable.

Abstract: A system and method for making degradable drinking straws made of ice (or other frozen liquid(s)). The system may comprise one or more tubes configured to extend into a reservoir. The tubes may each be in fluid communication with a connecting bar, wherein fluid (e.g., a liquid and/or a gas) within the connecting bar may be directed into the tubes. The system may comprise a source of cold fluid and a source of hot fluid in fluid communication with the connecting bar. The degradable straw may comprise a wall (or thickness) made of ice with a hollow, cavity, and/or void space through the straw. The degradable straw may serve to cool the drink (as any other piece of ice within the drinking liquid) via placement in a drink and/or via the drink passing through the void space into a user's mouth.

Abstract: A recyclable or reusable assembly is described. The assembly includes a lid having a first side disposed opposite a second side that engages an opening of a container and a hole extending through a width of the lid. The assembly also includes at least a straw having a first portion and a second portion. The assembly further includes a first sealing plug affixed to a first side of the first portion of the straw and a second sealing plug affixed to a first side of the second portion of the straw. The assembly also includes at least one mechanism to secure the first sealing plug and the second sealing plug to the lid or the straw.

Abstract: A smart container that includes a bottle or other container, a load cell, an accelerometer, a processor, and a colored light source. The container may be a liquid container, a pill container, or a food container. The colored light source may include one or more light-emitting diodes (LEDs) which can be programed to emit unique illumination patterns. The container may also include a speaker or motor to emit audio and vibrational notifications. The container provides a method of tracking consumption by a user of a substance held in a container.

Abstract: Disclosed is a headwear hanger including a headwear-shaped deformation prevention structure including a base frame that is formed in a size corresponding to an outer circumferential surface of a headwear and has a circular structure in a plan view, a plurality of support frames that are mounted on one side of the base frame and have a semi-circular structure having an outer diameter that is the same as an inner diameter of the headwear, an upper binding part that is mounted on one side of the base frame and is hung on another structure, and a lower binding part that has a structure mounted on the other side of the base frame and bound to the upper binding part of another headwear hanger.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an ornamental system, apparatus and method that is dynamically modifiable. Embodiments of the ornament system comprise a processor, at least one ornamental member and a data controller. The processor is a computer or similar device that stores data for transmission. The ornamental member is configured to receive and display data stored in a database. Embodiments of the present invention can be coupled to other ornamental systems across a wide area network, wherein users can share data files for display.

Abstract: There is disclosed a curtain rod system including an inner rod and an outer rod for mounting at a window. The outer rod is mounted substantially parallel to the inner rod along the length thereof and spaced apart from the inner rod forming a gap therebetween. A first portion of a drape is anchored to the inner rod and a second portion of the drape is laid over the outer rod to span the gap between the inner and outer rods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an assembly for accessing coconut water in a coconut comprising a screw having a rod with spiral threads on the outside surface of the rod and a sharp tip for drilling through coconut shell, and a handle on the top of the rod for twisting the rod through the coconut shell; and a lid having a threaded through-hole on the vertical center thereof for receiving and housing a sharp tip of the rod, wherein the lid of the assembly is placed and fixed on the germination pore of the coconut by a fixing means and wherein the screw is prevented from drilling the coconut shell by locking means.