Abstract: The applicator assembly delivers a cosmetic, health, or hygiene chemical composition in an active state to the user for a disposable single use. The applicator assembly includes a wrapper, and an insert. The insert holds the chemical composition, and the insert is made of a foam composition compatible with the chemical composition. The system and method for manufacturing the assembly is a web conversion process for the chemical composition and foam composition of the assembly. The chemical composition can be a cosmetic or other hygiene or medical treatment. The chemical composition includes amorphous silica, a white adhesive agent, a coloring agent, and an aromatic preservative agent.

Abstract: Provided are a skin whitening mask and device, and a skin whitening method using the same. The mask includes a contact layer having a lower portion in contact with a face surface of a user and provided as a flexible material and at least one thermoelectric module applying cold to a user's face. A heat dissipation layer above the thermoelectric module contacts the second main surface of the thermoelectric module and heat-radiating by receiving heat generated during cooling of the first main surface through the second main surface. A controller controls the thermoelectric module such that the first main surface is cooled to a temperature lower than the target temperature so that the user's skin reaches a target temperature at which pigmentation by melanocytes is suppressed, during a time between 5 seconds required to suppress the pigmentation and 300 seconds in which damage to the skin occurs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a warming tool (1) in which a heat generating element (3) is held between a topsheet (5) that faces a heating target and a backsheet (6) that is located on a side away from the heating target, and a method for manufacturing the same. The heat generating element (3) has a first sheet (3f) arranged opposing the topsheet (5), a second sheet (3g) arranged opposing the backsheet (6), and a heat generating portion (3a) sandwiched between the first sheet (3f) and the second sheet (3g). In the warming tool (1), a perfume (8) and an adhesive (7) are arranged between the second sheet (3g) and the backsheet (6), and a region in which the adhesive (7) is arranged and a region in which the perfume (8) is not arranged overlap each other in a plan view.

Abstract: A hammock stand, including a suspension frame. The suspension frame includes a bottom rod. Two ends of the bottom rod are each connected with a suspension rod through a connecting rod. A bottom of the suspension frame is provided with a base. The base is in detachable fit with the suspension frame. The connecting rod extends towards the bottom rod to form a first extension portion. The connecting rod extends towards the suspension rod to form a second extension portion.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a convertible child seat configured to be operable between a deployed orientation as a child seat to be secured to a vehicle and a folded orientation as a child supply bag. According to various embodiments, the child seat comprises a seat portion configured for receiving the bottom of a child, a backrest portion pivotally attached to an end of the seat portion or otherwise attached to the seat portion in a manner that permits selective rotation of both portions relative to one another, and configured for supporting the back of the child, and a plurality of pockets secured to the seat portion. In certain embodiments, the backrest portion includes one or more pockets.

Abstract: An interdental cleaning device includes a handle. A cleaning head assembly is mounted on the handle. The cleaning head assembly includes a head that is mounted on the handle, the head defining a cavity. An interdental cleaning member is mounted on the head to extend into the cavity, the interdental cleaning member including an interdental cleaning element. A plunger is mounted on the head, the plunger being reciprocally displaceable relative to the head between an operative position in which the plunger is at least partially retracted into the cavity and an inoperative position in which the plunger extends from the cavity. A spring mechanism is interposed between the plunger and the head so that the movement of the plunger into the operative position is against a bias of the spring mechanism. The plunger defines a longitudinally extending passage that is dimensioned to accommodate the cleaning element.

Abstract: A device for cleaning a top of a beverage can. The device includes a main-body and a cleaning-member. The cleaning-member is saturated with a cleaning composition. The cleaning composition includes an amount of sanitizer or disinfectant such as alcohol, sufficient to at least reduce, if not kill or inactivate, pathogenic matter located on the top of the beverage can.

Abstract: Stowable workstations are provided which have back, top and front panels and side pillars and are configurable in a stowed configuration wherein the panels and side pillars form a rectangular enclosure and which can transition to a deployed configuration wherein the front panel extends horizontally to form a desk surface.

Abstract: A system (3) for fixing a furniture leg to a furniture comprises a fixing element (4) and a retaining element (5). The retaining element (5) comprises a first and a second protrusion on one side. The fixing element (4) comprises a first side (S1), a second side (S2) adjoining the first side (S1), and a third side (S3) opposite to the first side (S1), a recess (6) being open towards the first side (S1) and a pretension face (7) starting from the second side (S2) and running along the third side (S3) and a stop face (8) adjoining the pretension face (7) and protruding from the third side (S3). The retaining element (5) and the fixing element (4) are configured such that the system (3) enables fixation without backlash of the furniture leg to the furniture in a state in which the first protrusion is in contact with the recess (6) and the second protrusion is in contact with the pretension face (7) without backlash.

Abstract: A supporting device for a mobile terminal is provided. The supporting device includes a main board body, a connecting board assembly, a first supporting body and a second supporting body. One end of the main board body is connected with one end of the connecting board assembly through a first bendable part, the other end of the connecting board assembly is connected with one end of the first supporting body through a second bendable part, the other end of the first supporting body is connected with one end of the second supporting body through a third bendable part, and the other end of the main board body is connected with the other end of the second supporting body through a fourth bendable part. The supporting device for the mobile terminal of this application is small in size and convenient to carry.

Abstract: Rack systems, devices, and methods for attaching and providing foldable storage racks underneath refrigerator shelves or cabinets or other shelves for suspending, storing and separating wine bottles and beverage cans and plates. The storage racks can include a plurality of bail cradles each having ends pivotally attached to brackets. The bail cradles can have concave support surfaces for supporting and separating bottles and cans. The bail cradles can have ribbed upper surfaces for allowing a shelf/tray to slide thereon. The racks can have pivotal vertical legs with a slide out drawer on lower ends of the legs. The racks can be used for storing other items such as computer keyboards and the like, used with desks, tables, and the like. The foldable storage racks can have horizontally adjustable and vertical adjustable clamp ends for allowing the assemblies to be mounted to the front and rear ends of different length, different width and different thickness refrigerator shelves.

Abstract: A modular workstation assembly and method of assemblage comprises multiple modules constructed from a relatively small number of components and arranged in several basic geometries. The workstation assembly includes a desk module, an upper cabinet module, a pair of lateral cabinet modules, and a pair of door modules that hingedly join with the other modules. The door modules hingedly join to the lateral cabinet modules to pivotably articulate between an open and closed position. The modules detachably couple in a sequential pattern, forming multiple styles of workstations operable. The different workstations are arranged, so as to enable a user to work from a sitting or standing position, stow items on multiple shelves, and selectively conceal sections of the workstation with hinged articulation by a pair of lateral modules. The modules are further configured for facilitated disassembly and stowage, one-man portability, and minimal tool and skillset requirements for assemblage.

Abstract: The purpose of a shelf holding structure having an attachable and detachable power supply according to the present invention is to provide a shelf holding structure to which power is supplied, wherein the shelf holding structure has a very pleasing aesthetical appearance because a shelf power supply device is not exposed to the outside, simple and expandable construction of the power supply is possible to suit varying on-site circumstances, and the power supply device can be easily detached and attached.

Abstract: A strut member is connected to the center of a top plate portion which supports a seat portion and the center of a base portion so that the strut member rockably supports the top plate portion. A pair of rocking mechanisms formed by motors and link mechanisms and the top plate portion, connected to the output shafts of the motors and the top plate portion, and configured to be vertically displaced in accordance with a rotation of the motors is arranged in a front area or a rear area compared to the strut member in the base portion. The axial direction of the motor of one of the rocking mechanisms is aligned with a left oblique direction from the center of the supporting surface, and the axial direction of the motor of the other of the rocking mechanisms is aligned with a right oblique direction from the center of the supporting surface.

Abstract: A multifunctional outdoor leisure rotary chair is disclosed in the present invention, which belongs to the technical field of chairs, and includes a rotary base and a supporting frame. After the supporting frame is taken out, each group of rotary bases can be stacked upwards in turn, thus reducing the size of a packaging box during packaging. During transportation, more groups can be stacked without affecting packaging and transportation, thus reducing the cost of packaging materials, reducing the transportation cost, and improving the transportation capacity of the device.

Abstract: A cushion body for sitting is provided which can offer good feeling of sitting even to many unspecified users of various body shapes and allow them to be seated more comfortably. A cushion body for sitting (1) includes: a base part (2) having a sitting surface (S1) formed of a curved surface that is curved concavely to support, from below, the buttocks of a seated person in a seated posture; and a pair of side supporting portions (3) each having a side supporting surface (S2) formed of a curved surface that is curved continuously from the sitting surface (S1) of the base part (2), where the pair of side supporting portions (3) project from sides of the base part (2) such that the side supporting portions (3) can be bent and deformed by a load applied to the side supporting surfaces (S2), so as to support both the left and right parts of the buttocks of the seated person in the seated posture.

Abstract: A seating assembly includes a seat and an upright coupled with the seat. A pliable backrest is coupled with the upright and includes a support face and a coupling face. The pliable backrest includes a pliable material extending between the support and coupling faces. The support face is a first exterior face of the pliable back rest and the coupling face is a second exterior face of the pliable back rest. The coupling face is spaced away from the upright with a deformation gap. Another seating assembly includes a joint assembly along the upright member. The joint assembly includes a pivot configured to promote rotation of a first upright portion of the upright relative to a second upright portion. The joint assembly includes opposed stop interfaces configured to control rotation of the first upright portion relative to the second upright portion.

Abstract: A modular attachment system may be provided with the ability to rapidly interchange different peripherals and accessories at different points where modular receivers have been installed. One or more modular receivers may include one or more quick-connect receptacles adapted to receive corresponding one or more quick connectors of one or more peripheral adapters to quickly connect and disconnect the modular peripheral adapters to facilitate rapid reconfiguration of chairs, desks, tables, or other furniture for different applications. A variety of peripherals and accessories can be attached to one or more modular peripheral adapters to create peripheral assemblies that can be rapidly interchanged by rapid connection to or disconnection from any installed modular housings to reconfigure furniture for different applications. The modular receivers may be attached to a desk, table, or other furnishings or manufactured as a part of office, computer, or gaming chairs, desks, tables, or other furnishings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a piece of furniture within which a massage system has been incorporated so as to provide a person, sifting in the piece of furniture, with massage capabilities so as to relieve pressure, stress, and/or tension. The system comprises a lumbar actuator which is adapted to engage a lumbar portion of the piece of furniture, wherein the lumbar actuator will be cyclically activated in accordance with single or multiple frequencies or modes of operation so as to provide the person, sifting in the piece of furniture, with varying degrees of massage as may be desired by the user or person sitting in the piece of furniture.

Abstract: The present invention surrounds a seating apparatus having an arm-rest assembly configured to traverse behind a seat-back, and arm-rests which extend forward of the seat back. Embodiments discussed herein include an inflatable chamber for providing positive buoyancy and structure. Certain embodiments of the present invention are configured primarily for use in a body of water, while other embodiments are configured for use in water or upon a surface.

Abstract: A chest including a front panel, side panels and a top panel, the top panel including a first sub-top panel and a second sub-top panel hingably connected, a first portion of the front panel being hingably connected to a base of the chest, and a second portion of the front panel hingably connected to the first portion of the front panel and fixed to first sub-side panels, wherein the second portion of the front panel is stored when the chest is in an closed position, the first portion and the second portion of the front panel form a portion of a sleeping platform when the chest is in an open position, and the first sub-top panel is foldable onto the second sub-top panel to reduce a width the top panel extends at least during a transition between the open position and the closed position.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compact, comfortable modular bedroom system to be used as a living and sleeping space, which is especially valuable if one lives in small quarters, in a tiny home, or has a large family. The modular bedroom system is comprised of one or more closet units, desk units, drawer units, headboard units, and step units which are positioned adjacent to and attached to other units to provide a small, twin-size bed area, a large king-size or California king-size bed area, or areas which fall in-between, depending on the individual sizes of the units and how one configures the positioning of the units.

Abstract: The present invention provides a collapsible bed frame and a collapsible bed. The collapsible bed frame includes two side bed frames and a plurality of transverse boards, and the plurality of transverse boards are spaced between the two side bed frames. Each side bed frame includes a plurality of collapsible units, hinged to the transverse boards through first hinge elements, and a second hinge element is provided in a middle portion of each collapsible unit, so that the collapsible bed frame is transformable between an expanded state and a collapsed state. Each collapsible unit includes a first side plate and a second side plate. A front surface of the first side plate or the second side plate includes at least a first region and a second region, and the first region protrudes outward relative to the second region. According to the collapsible bed provided in the present invention, the first region on the first side plate or the second side plate protrudes outward relative to the second region.

Abstract: An articulating frame of an adjustable bedframe is restricted by a safety latch mechanism from pivoting beyond a limited range of motion from its undeployed position unless an actuator lifting assembly mechanism is driving the articulating frame to pivot. Locking tabs and guides mate with each other to restrain the actuator lifting assembly mechanism from moving beyond a limited range of motion unless the actuator lifting assembly mechanism is driving the articulating frame to pivot.

Abstract: A system is provided for facilitating the lifting and rotation of a mattress with respect to a box spring or platform. The system includes a first and second layer of material attached in a manner to form an expandable air volume. The expandable air volume may be disposed between an underside of the mattress and a top side of the box spring or platform. The system may also include one or more holes and one or more adjustable openings in the first or second layers. The system may also include an air inlet nozzle in fluid communication with the expandable air volume. The expandable air volume may lift the mattress with respect to the box spring or platform under the influence of an external air supply in fluid communication with the air inlet nozzle such that the mattress may be rotated with respect to the box spring or platform.

Abstract: A spring assembly is provided that includes a plurality of first strings of springs and a plurality of second strings of springs. Each of the first strings are joined to at least another one of the first strings or one of the second strings. Each of the first strings includes first and second plies of fabric that define a plurality of pockets formed along a length of the first string. The pockets are formed by vertical seams that join the plies. The vertical seams each include an upper slit that extends through a top surface of the first string and a lower slit that extends through a bottom surface of the first string. Each of the pockets have at least one spring positioned therein.

Abstract: A cushioning element includes pressurizable cells. The pressurizable cells of the cushioning elements are grouped into a plurality of sets, with each set of pressurizable cells being independently pressurizable from every other set of pressurizable cells of the cushioning element. The pressurizable cells may extend across a widths of the cushioning element and be arranged in series along the length of the cushioning element. Such a cushioning element may be part of a cushion, such as a mattress, a mattress topper, or the like. Methods for manufacturing the cushioning elements are also disclosed.

Abstract: A mattress system with at least two inflatable bladders located within a tub compartment of a foam encasement is enclosed. The bladders are surrounded on all sides by foam layers and the bladders are inflated and deflated by a control unit. The control unit is positioned within the tub compartment near the foot of the mattress and centered between the two bladder assemblies. The control unit is adhered to the foam encasement.

Abstract: A mattress system can include a foam layer positioned proximate a mattress top and having a head end, a foot end, and opposite lateral ends, a mattress core positioned under the foam layer, and a sensor strip. The sensor strip can include a carrier strip and a plurality of sensors attached to the carrier strip and spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction of the carrier strip. The carrier strip can be configured to be releasably attached to the foam layer. The carrier strip can also extend between the opposite lateral ends of the foam layer.

Abstract: The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated air mattress. The internal support structure can include a loop of material and attachment strips to attach the loop to the top and bottom panels. The internal support structure can also include attachment strips to attach the ends of the loop of material together to complete the loop. The air mattress can include a plurality of internal support structures.

Abstract: A mosquito control net includes an occupant chamber and a trap chamber disposed over the occupant chamber. The trap chamber has one or more openings disposed on an outer surface thereof, through which mosquitos enter the trap chamber, the openings having receptacles attached therein and extending within the trap chamber to inhibit egression of mosquitos from the trap chamber after entry. A method for preventing mosquito bites for a subject can include providing such a mosquito control net and having the subject occupy it. A kit of parts for converting a conventional mosquito control net into a trapping mosquito control net can comprise a funnel-shaped receptacle surrounded by a bag, the bag being substantially impermeable to mosquitos and the receptacle and/or the bag being attachable to a top surface of the conventional mosquito control net to form a trap compartment.

Abstract: A magnetic coupler for attaching a mattress to a bed foundation includes a magnet assembly, a target assembly, and a shunt. The magnet assembly includes a housing and a magnet, wherein the housing is configured to couple the magnet to the mattress. The target assembly is configured to couple a target to the foundation. The shunt is disposed within the housing of the magnet assembly or in the mattress. The magnet assembly and the target assembly are releasably attached when the magnet is magnetically coupled to the target.

Abstract: Therapy cushion, comprising a cushion body, comprising a body part rest surface adapted to receive a human body part to be placed thereupon and comprising a first outlet opening therein and a first cavity being formed within the cushion body, wherein the first cavity is connected with the first outlet opening via a first outlet channel and wherein the first outlet opening is adapted such that a therapy compound stored in the first cavity can exit therethrough from the first cavity.

Abstract: A modular portable bedding system that emulates the home sleeping experience as much as possible, where users can easily remove or change different components to customize the system to optimize the sleeping experience for the environment they plan on using it in, while still allowing the user to easily transport the customized bedding system. The bedding system of the present invention may include four main components: a base shell, a sleeping pad, a sheet layer and an insulation layer, and in a more specific configuration, the bedding system of the present invention may have the base shell, the sleeping pad, a fitted sheet and a standard sheet in the sheet layer, a down quilt and synthetic quilt in the insulation layer and a top layer.

Abstract: A plate having a top surface, a bottom surface, and an indentation configured to detachably and securely receive and/or engage an implement having a lip or raised rim, such as a beverage cup, is disclosed. The indentation may comprise a threaded configuration, or a series of grooves, suitable for engaging an implement having a lip or rim, such as beverage cup. The indentation may be a raised indentation or a recessed indentation, and may be closed or open to the top of the plate. The plate may also include at least one or more slits therein, the slits being capable of receiving therein an eating implement, such as a spoon, fork or knife. Engaging a drinking implement having a lip and/or rim with the indentation at the bottom surface of the plate accommodates the secure attachment of the drinking implement to the plate, permitting the user to accommodate the plate and a beverage implement (cup) securely, and with one hand.

Abstract: A food and beverage retaining assembly having in combination a serving plate and a removable, stemmed beverage receptacle, wherein the beverage receptacle is mechanically interlocked with the serving plate. The serving plate comprises a post, and the beverage receptacle comprises a post socket, the mating of which provides lateral stability to the beverage receptacle when in an unlocked position.

Abstract: The current invention discloses a food plate (1) with a glass holder 3) and a handle (2) in the middle. The person holds the plate and glass-holder combination with one hand around the handle. The handle (4) may be detachable from the plate, the glass holder, or both. The handle in the middle facilitates the food plate to be on one side, and the glass holder on the other side of the hand. Thus, the weight of the food in the plate on one side of the hand, and the weight of the drink glass in the glass holder on the other side create a balanced configuration for holding. Since the food plate is not behind the drink glass, it does not interfere with the eating of the food.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a product, such a disposable cutlery, manufactured of a fibre material, includes feeding fibrous material as a material flow, binding the fibres into a coherent profile, and molding the cross-sectional profile of the profile into a blank with a desired cross-sectional profile using at least one roller pair or drum pair. The method further includes cutting products of the desired shape from the molded blank by aligning a cutting geometry of the products at the desired place on the blank.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a folding spoon apparatus and a method of manufacturing a folding spoon. In one example embodiment, a folding spoon is disclosed including a planar blank and a plurality of scores disposed on said planar blank. The planar blank has along a longitudinal axis a handle portion with a front lateral edge and a bowl portion with a rear lateral edge. The plurality of scores including a longitudinal handle folding line extending from said front lateral edge, along said longitudinal axis, towards a rear lateral edge opposite said front lateral edge and terminating in the bowl portion, or two longitudinal handle folding lines provided on said planar blank symmetrically in relation to the longitudinal axis. The handle portion includes a first lateral folding line, and a cut out forming a retainer flap.

Abstract: An interactive valet having a frame to support hangers to receive and support garments such as, for example, a trouser hanger, a coat hanger, a tray and a hamper support. Load cells coupled to one or more of these supporting structures detect the deposit of an article thereon and generate one or more signals to a processor. The processor, in response to receiving a signal from a load cell or from a plurality of load cells, generates a response signal to a response device thereby causing the response device to produce an audible response, a visual response, or a combination thereof. The processor may be programmable to generate response signals that are customized to the load cell or plurality of load cells that detect the deposit of an article on a structure of the interactive valet, or customized to the user, or both.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel fruit juicer, specifically a citrus fruit juicer.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a pour-over filter apparatus which is comprised of a cone-shaped filter holder portion and a base and support portion. The base and support portion is provided with openings which serve as viewing windows to allow a user to view a liquid level in a container underneath the base, and the entire apparatus is made of a flexible material such as silicone to facilitate folding and bending to make it portable and packable.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a pour-over filter apparatus which is comprised of a cone-shaped filter holder portion and a base and support portion. The base and support portion is provided with openings which serve as viewing windows to allow a user to view a liquid level in a container underneath the base, and the entire apparatus is made of a flexible material such as silicone to facilitate folding and bending to make it portable and packable. The flexible nature of the material enables the cone of the filter to fold over on itself for a more compact configuration of the filter for storage purposes.

Abstract: A beverage brewing device is configured for use with a beverage brewer having a plurality of inlet probes for dispensing water and an outlet probe positioned in a holster. A reusable cartridge includes a cup including a sidewall and a bottom wall, the bottom wall defining an outlet probe receptacle. A lid selectively secures to an upper rim of the sidewall with a twist lock mechanism. A cylinder on the lid includes inwardly extending tabs that seat within grooves on the upper rim and slide into circumferential grooves in the sidewall. The lid may include a central inlet probe receptacle and a plurality of perimeter inlet probe receptacles distributed around the central inlet probe receptacle.

Abstract: A mixing apparatus for creating frothed milk includes a container for containing milk, with a milk passage and a steam inlet channel leading to a mixing chamber for mixing the milk with steam and air. A steam separator is in series along the steam inlet channel reduces the water content of the steam delivered to the mixing chamber.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of a hot, milk-containing beverage in a coffee machine which comprises a brewing section and a milk section, wherein the milk section comprises a liquid milk concentrate supply and a mixing device in fluid connection with the liquid milk concentrate supply. Coffee machine for executing this process.

Abstract: A beverage maker and a method for operating a beverage maker are provid-ed, wherein the. beverage maker includes a discharge channel having a sensor configured to detect a cleaning agent in water and a control unit configured to receive measured values from the sensor and to take the received measured values as a basis for regu-lating a water intake from the water source. The method includes regulating water intake from the water source based upon the measured values from the sensor in the dis-charge channel to ensure that only an amount of water necessary for re-moving remaining cleaning agent from the beverage maker is utilized for flushing.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus includes heating devices and heating regions, the heating regions are provided with a heating device, a memory, and a processor. The memory stores a computer program comprising instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform operations including: acquiring image information of food in the cooking apparatus; identifying the image information, and acquiring a food type and a cooking doneness of food corresponding to any one of the heating regions; and controlling, according to the food type and the cooking doneness of the food, operation of the heating device in the corresponding heating region. The cooking apparatus controls the heating of food by cooking region based on the food type and the cooking doneness of the food, thereby achieving uniform food heating, providing a consistent overall cooking doneness, preventing parts of the food from being burned or undercooked, and improving cooking performance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to exothermically heated and portable heater tray assemblies, systems, their use, including related methods of manufacture and kits. In addition, mobile applications utilized in conjunction with the heater tray assemblies and systems contemplated herein.

Abstract: A control method for a cooking equipment includes: acquiring image information of a cooking material; identifying the image information, and determining category information and volume information of the cooking material; and according to the category information and the volume information, determining the doneness corresponding to the cooking material. The volume information and the category information of the cooking material are obtained by identifying the image information, the volume change amount of the cooking material in the cooking process is calculated by using the initial volume and the current volume of the cooking material. Based on the volume change amount of the cooking material, the doneness corresponding to the cooking material is determined in a pre-trained doneness model. The control method includes monitoring the volume change of the cooking material in real time, to achieve an automatic doneness recognition function using the volume change amount.