Abstract: A protective helmet, particularly a motorbike protective helmet, comprising an outer shell (1) for the distribution of impact forces, the outer shell (1) comprising a chin shell region (2) for covering a chin part of the person wearing the protective helmet, wherein the outer shell (1) comprises a viewing opening (3) arranged above the chin shell region (2), for the person wearing the protective helmet to see through, and the protective helmet has a slot (4a) with a slot shape for interlockingly receiving an electronic module (5a) corresponding to the slot shape, said slot (4a) comprising a slot opening substantially bordering an edge of the viewing opening (3). The protective helmet comprises another slot (4b) having another slot opening substantially bordering the edge of the viewing opening (3) and having the slot shape for interlockingly receiving another electronic module (5b) corresponding to the slot shape.

Abstract: An attachment for a helmet includes an external portion, an internal portion distal from the external portion, and a shaft extending between the external portion and the internal portion. The external portion contains an object to be attached to the helmet. An attachment system including a helmet is also described.

Abstract: A coupling assembly for safety headwear is provided. The coupling assembly includes one or more apertures within safety headwear, such as a hard hat, and a coupling structure that couples to the one or more apertures. The coupling structure includes one or more surfaces that interface with the safety headwear. The coupling structure includes a protrusion that defines one or more widths, and the protrusion extends through the one or more apertures.

Abstract: A head covering device comprising a rigid component comprising a transparent face shield, a fabric component, wherein the face shield and fabric combine to cover an entire head of a user and form a seal around the user's neck, an intake port with an inlet filter, an exhaust port with an exhaust filter, an air mover causing filtered air to enter the intake port and exhaust air to exit the exhaust port, and communication hardware facilitating communication for the user.

Abstract: A hat and/or cap modification system for modifying existing headwear to be wearable by wearers having curly hair, voluminous hair or otherwise challenging hair for wearing hats and caps in their standard orientation. The system includes a ring, cap plate, a securing platform or band, and a semi-rigid head band for modifying caps, such as graduation caps, so that anyone can wear it regardless of hairstyle.

Abstract: An accessory for lace-up shoes, including a body with a containing part and an anchoring part, wherein a pocket of predetermined width is formed in the containing part and wherein the anchoring part is adapted to be anchored to a lace-up shoe, where the anchoring part is provided with stable but reversible anchoring to the lace of the shoe, such that the body can be anchored to the lace-up shoe by the lace only.

Abstract: A closure mechanism is moveable between unlocked and locked positions and includes a locking element coupled to the first portion of the upper and a non-deflecting projection coupled to the second portion of the upper. The locking element is configured to receive the non-deflecting projection and comprises one or more deflecting abs. The projection is moveable in a first direction relative to the locking element to engage with the locking element, thereby moving the closure mechanism to the locked position and moving the upper to the closed configuration. The projection is moveable in the first direction relative to the locking element to disengage with the locking element, thereby moving the closure mechanism to the unlocked position and allowing the upper to return to the open configuration.

Abstract: An insole having a magnetic propulsion insert, provided with magnets or magnetic charges inside thereof, which provides a magnetic distracting effect in the midfoot and the hindfoot of a user. The insole formed by two sheets is merged in the fore third, known as the forefoot zone leaving the sheets in the midfoot zone and the hindfoot zone separated. The magnetic propulsion insert is a structure formed by a sheet which bends in its midpoint to create two separate surface and with identical magnetic charges. These generate a propulsion effect by the force or impulse produced by the magnetic charges. In the rear thirds of the insole, the top sheet has charges in its bottom surface, and in these two thirds the bottom sheet has the same charges as the top surface. This is to generate the propelling effect in the foot heel of a user.

Abstract: A segmented sole for an article of footwear comprises a forefoot region, a heel region, and a segmentation zone disposed between the forefoot and heel region. The segmentation zone includes a plurality of segments separated from each other and from the forefoot and heel by a plurality of sipes, cuts, or gaps. The segmented sole produces bending along a segmentation axis disposed along an arch of a wearer of an article of footwear including the sole, allowing for arch support and natural foot movement.

Abstract: A comfort system for Cowboy and work boots, including an insole chassis, an insole chassis backing board, and cushioning pads for absorbing and attenuating shocks encountered by a wearer of the boots. Cushioning pads are secured to a surface of the insole chassis backing board, and apertures in the insole chassis allow the cushions to pass through. Additional cushioning pads are retained in recesses in the midsole. Pads on insole chassis backing board and midsole are vertically aligned. A steel toe inset is utilized in conjunction with the comfort system for work boots. A rim may depend below the midsole to receive a foamed plastic pad.

Abstract: This document discloses antistatic shoe insoles that include a flexible foam layer and antistatic filaments of textile material interspersed throughout the foam layer and extending passed or exposed at the surface of the shoe insole and methods of making such an antistatic shoe insole. The antistatic filaments are needle punched through the foam layer. The antistatic filaments may be any suitable antistatic material blended with any felt fiber such as wool fiber, cotton fiber, polyester fiber, or the like.

Abstract: A method of forming an upper for an article of footwear includes providing a first material layer over a shoe last, providing a second material layer over the first material layer such that the first and second material layers adhere to each other at an interface between the first and second material layers, where one or both of the first material layer and second material layer is provided by spray forming a polymer material onto the last. The material layers are removed from the last and turned inside out such that the first material layer includes an exposed surface that forms an exterior surface of the upper.

Abstract: A shoe tree deodorizer is an apparatus that enables users to deodorize and refreshen footwear and also helps to retain the footwear's shape. The apparatus may include a toe shaper, a heel shaper, a bridging support, a deodorant housing, a ventilation mechanism, and a quantity of deodorant. The toe shaper and the heel shaper retain the shape of the footwear by filling the space within the heel and the toe sections of the footwear, respectively. The bridging support enables the adjustment of apparatus to fit inside the footwear and provides the structural support for the toe shaper and the heel shaper to retain the shape of the footwear. The deodorant housing contains the quantity of deodorant to be released for deodorizing and refreshing the footwear. Furthermore, the ventilation mechanism enables the dispersal of the quantity of deodorant throughout the footwear or towards a specific area of the footwear.

Abstract: A button assembly configured for fast button attachment onto a garment cloth. The assembly comprises a buttoning structure and a retaining structure. The buttoning structure includes a button attached to a spacer attached to a pole attached to a terminal element. The retaining structure comprises a trapping mechanism housed in an aperture with upper opening with a rim attached to a planar plate which is divided into resilient flaps by concentric slits. Attaching the buttoning structure to the garment cloth entails piercing the cloth by the terminal element and inserting it into the retaining structure while bending the flaps. Further insertion releases the flaps which unbend and trap the terminal element inside the retaining structure and preventing its attached button from detachment. Thereby, attaching the button onto the garment cloth. The terminal element could attain a hemispherical or cylindrical shapes. A replaceable ornamental cap fits snugly the button's top.

Abstract: A buckle assembly includes a first buckle component, a second buckle component and an operating component. The first buckle component includes a locked portion. The second buckle component includes a locking portion. The locking portion engages with the locked portion along a lateral direction of the buckle assembly when the second buckle component is mated with the first buckle component along a mating direction. The operating component is partially embedded in and partially exposed out of the second buckle component. The operating component is slidable relative to the second buckle component. The operating component drives the locking portion to move away from the locked portion for disengaging the locking portion from the locked portion during a sliding movement of the operating component relative to the second buckle component. The present invention has advantage of saving labor and easy operation.

Abstract: A magnetic buckle device has a buckle main body and an inserting head. When the inserting head is close to an insertion hole of the buckle main body, the magnetic attraction force between a first component on the inserting head and a second component on the buckle main body can assist with inserting the inserting head into the insertion hole. After the inserting head is inserted to a predetermined position, the magnetic attraction force will keep the buckle main body in an engaged state even without any additional fixing means. When the buckle main body is switched to a disengaged state and the inserting head is moved out of the buckle main body, the magnetic attraction force attracts the inserting head to attach to the buckle main body, and thereby, after moved out, the inserting head cannot move arbitrarily.

Abstract: This application relates to a fastener, a fastener monitoring system, and a child carrier. The fastener includes a male buckle, a female buckle, and a control circuit. The fastener has a locked state in which the male buckle is snap-fitted to the female buckle and an unlocked state in which the male buckle is separated from the female buckle. The control circuit is disposed on the male buckle and/or the female buckle. The control circuit includes a wireless communication module. In response to the fastener being in the locked state, the control circuit controls the wireless communication module to transmit a wireless signal.

Abstract: A quick-release assembly includes an installation main body and a quick-release clamping plate, the installation main body is provided with a groove structure, the groove structure is provided with a first clamping hole and a second clamping hole that are oppositely arranged, and a portion of the second clamping hole is located on a side wall of the groove structure; the quick-release clamping plate matches the groove structure, and a first clamping hook and a second clamping hook are provided on the quick-release clamping plate; the installation main body is provided with a sliding block installed on the installation main body in a sliding manner; an elastic member for providing a driving force for the sliding block is also arranged in the installation main body; and a quick-release button for releasing a locking state of the sliding block is also arranged in the installation main body.

Abstract: A band jewelry with a one a band holding a first band loop and a second band loop A one-piece connector has a first hook for attachment to the first band loop and a second hook for attachment to the second band loop. The first hook holds oppositely arranged hook arms connected by a first end part. A first hook space with a first opening receives the first band loop. The second hook holds oppositely arranged hook arms connected by a second end part. A second hook space with a second opening receives the second band loop. The first and second hooks are positioned with the openings facing each other. A third opening is formed by an opening between the oppositely positioned first hook arms of the first and second hooks.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clasp for bands comprising a device for adjusting the length, wherein said adjustment device comprises a pivotally arranged member, and the said member can be activated by a user in order to activate the length adjustment. Preferably, the said pivoting element is part of the clasp cover. Preferably, the said pivoting element is articulated by means of axes that correspond to the shafts of the pushers of the clasp-locking mechanism.

Abstract: A jewelry piece having a body or housing that defines a cavity sized and shaped to removably receive an interchangeable ornament, a cover or back connected to the body, such that the jewelry piece may be opened or closed, and a locking mechanism to secure the ornament in the jewelry piece. The body and cover mechanically engage when the jewelry piece is closed to secure the ornament without the need for excessive force or an additional tool. The mechanical engagement is accomplished by interlocking mating elements and a spring-loaded lever.

Abstract: A modular walking stick assembly includes a walking stick that is elongated for support while walking. A plurality of weighted cylinders is provided and each of the weighted cylinders has a unique weight with respect to each other. Respective ones of the weighted cylinders is attachable to the walking stick to adjust the weight of the walking stick to accommodate a preference of a user. A sleeve is attachable to the walking stick or the weighted cylinder that is attached to the walking stick for gripping. A light emitter is coupled to the sleeve to emit light outwardly therefrom when the light emitter is turned on thereby making the user visible to other individuals.

Abstract: The Triple “R” Non-Woven Polypropylene Foldable Shopping Bags are foldable shopping bags you can take with you anywhere. Triple “R” Non-Woven Polypropylene Foldable Shopping Bags are made of lightweight and durable Non-Woven Polypropylene material. Each shopping bag measure 12 inches or 30.48 cm by 14 inches or 35.56 cm by 7 inches or 17.78. The name Triple “R” means Reusable, Recyclable and Reliable. Triple “R” Non-Woven Polypropylene Foldable Shopping Bags have unique features not found on other Non-Woven Polypropylene cloth shopping bags, their foldable, have a front storage pouch attached to the front of the shopping bag for placement of thin packaged food items or non-food items such as newspapers or magazines. Two separate front and back handles designed low to prevent arm strains and because of the material Triple “R” Non-Woven Polypropylene Foldable Shopping Bags are washable and long lasting. Extra Bonus Feature.

Abstract: An axle-free wheel comprising: an outer rim member having a ground interface on an external surface thereof and an outer ball race or rolling race on an inner surface thereof; an inner rim member having an inner ball or rolling race on an outer surface thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a transport device, in particular for transporting luggage, which comprises a support structure, a coupling element or a handle and a rolling body in addition to a transport container for receiving objects, in particular luggage. The rolling body has a rotational symmetry and is configured such that it tapers in diameter towards the ends along the axis of symmetry. Because of the arrangement and design of the transport container, the transport device is self-stabilizing in operative use.

Abstract: A luggage apparatus and method is described herein that introduce a separate wheeled sub-frame that mounts on the base of a luggage apparatus and which allows for dual mode use between an upright mode and a tilt mode. The geometry of the relationship between the bag frame and sub-frame of the luggage apparatus urges the bag to tilt and return upright. The luggage apparatus is securely supported about the sub-frame in both modes with a changing centre of gravity and can be pushed or pulled in either mode.

Abstract: Systems and methods for evaluating gemstones are disclosed. The system includes a gemstone holding case, an illumination pad and an image capturing and gemstone evaluation device. The case includes a transparent viewing window in a top wall, a translucent bottom wall and a compressible light-diffusing pad for receiving gemstones thereon. The case and pad are dimensioned such that, when closed, the viewing window presses the gemstones into the pad holding them in place and level and allowing for in situ gem imaging. The illumination pad includes embedded LEDs for selectively illuminating the portion of the pad on which the case is placed. The controllable lighting, translucent case and diffusive pad serves to evenly light the gems and reduce unwanted light thereby improving the images and analysis performed using the image capturing and gemstone evaluation device. Methods for analyzing gemstones under diffuse lighting using the system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A modular, insulated, configurable combination meal and to-go box for facilitating ecologically responsible and reusable storage and transport of food and other items, with a double-wall-construction lid and utensil tray, an insulated double-wall-construction base member having sidewalls and a base, a removable divider, and a removable flexible shuttle member with a shuttle member lid that can form three configurations: 1) within the double-wall-construction base member; 2) extended to substantially fill the insulated double-wall-construction base member; and 3) extended to any multiple volume shapes of the shuttle member and kept outside of the insulated double-wall-construction base member.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the disclosure may include devices, systems and methods for carrying hair pieces and coupling the hair pieces to an embodiment of the disclosure. According to an example embodiment of the disclosure, a hair carrying device can include a collapsible container having an internal surface and an external surface. The internal surface can include a top internal surface side, and external surface can include a top external surface side. The top internal surface side and the top external surface side can be coupled and define an opening comprising an area. The embodiment can also include at least one clamping device coupled to the internal surface.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to hair accessories and more specifically to a hair accessory for maintaining previously styled hair. In accordance with aspects and embodiments, a hair accessory is provided having a stretchable loop and an arc affixed perpendicularly to the stretchable loop. A user can pull styled hair through the stretchable loop, wrap the styled hair concentrically around the arc, and secure the accessory in the hair such that the hair is up but is able to be returned to its previously styled state by removing the accessory.

Abstract: A device for picking up and applying a cosmetic composition, in particular makeup, having a flexible support defining an, in particular continuous, application surface intended to receive the cosmetic composition, and at least two elements that are movable with respect to one another and are connected to the support, such that a relative movement of these two elements brings about a mechanical stress on the support and causes the latter to deform between a configuration for picking up cosmetic composition and an application configuration.

Abstract: A specialized comb is described. It includes a main body, a handle portion attached to the main body, and a parting elongated portion attached to the handle portion. The comb includes several hair styling areas. A first styling area uses substantially straight teeth extending from a cross-bar. A second styling area comprises a notch with indentations for guiding hair.

Abstract: A lighted epilating device is configured in an elongated manner, such as a substantially cylindrical configuration, with an operating area of a tweezer mechanism exposed at a side and on one end thereof, with the tweezer mechanism capable of performing an epilating function to areas of a user's skin placed at the operating area. A light source is contained in the main body and is configured to illuminate the operating area and a shield which surrounds the tweezer mechanism. The shield further has an opening defining the operating area and is transparent or translucent to provide viewing and further illumination.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for obtaining and storing information suitable for production of artificial (also referred to as “fake”) nails for an individual, In particular, there is provided a method for obtaining and storing information suitable for production of artificial nails for an individual, the method comprising the steps of: a) Providing a first untrimmed artificial nail of length, L, width, W, and depth of curvature, D, b) Trimming the artificial nail to fit an individual's nail, c) Recording information characterising the shape of the trimmed artificial nail, which includes at least information defining the boundary line of the trimmed artificial nail, and which information is sufficient to allow reproduction of the trimmed artificial nail from an untrimmed artificial nail, and d) Storing the information as well as identifying details of the individual. In the fitting of artificial nails the first priority of the customer is a high-quality look of the artificial nail.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a dispenser housing having a formed end with sidewalls arising therefrom creating an aperture to gain access to an interior volume within. The aperture of the dispenser housing is exposed by removal of an enclosure apparatus which mates to the dispenser housing. Upon removal of the enclosure apparatus, a material is deposited within the dispenser housing aligned and coupled towards the formed end of the dispenser housing, allowing dispensation of material within the interior volume via the aperture. The dispenser housing includes an apparatus enabling the material within the dispenser to transit through the dispenser, discharging via an aperture of the dispenser housing. At least one of the dispenser housing, enclosure apparatus, or apparatus includes a layer of bonded material.

Abstract: A repeatedly refillable reusable dispenser, which may be a roll-on dispenser, includes a housing having an interior volume within which is exposed via uncoupling an upper section from the lower section. The upper section comprises a means of uncoupling from the lower section, exposing the interior volume. The interior volume includes a means to dispose a refill solution within a cartridge incorporating a solvent within. Coupling of the upper section to the lower section seals the mix of refill solution within the interior volume. The upper section includes a means of engaging the refill solution within the interior volume, dispensing the refill solution through an applicator apparatus exposed externally through the upper section of the housing, allowing refill solution to transfer through the applicator as the material is in contact from within the interior volume, dispensing the solution through the applicator, thereby rendering the dispenser housing reusable repeatedly by refilling.

Abstract: This invention relates to assemblies, components and method for application of cosmetic products. For example, a cosmetic applicator holder having a base that can be coupled to a makeup applicator and a ring portion for gripping between two fingers. The assemblies are designed to be easy and comfortable to use.

Abstract: A complete system for oral care and hygiene is revealed, easy portability, hygienically safe and comfortable to use, which facilitates the availability of a toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss, all included in a coupled body, and allows to be carried with security and hygiene in wallets, clothing, and others; optimizing access at any time to a complete system for the care and cleaning of teeth and gums.

Abstract: A backpack provides a protective utility vestment including a panel of armor material fully stored beneath the openable cover an anterior chamber within the backpack, obscuring its existence. A pair of hand-graspable pull-tabs connected to opposite lateral sides of the vestment allow rapid deployment of the vestment over the user's head and into position on the user's chest. The pull-tabs can be obscured on the shoulder supports of the backpack until used. Decoy bands on the shoulder supports can further enhance the obscuring effect. The pull-tabs can secure to the hip support pads to further secure the vestment on the user's chest. A bottom deployed utility caddy can be stowed within a hidden medial compartment.

Abstract: A lanyard with attachment members such as a tool holding member, tether key, or carabiner, is provided. The lanyard includes one or more elastic cords within a sheath. The sheath has a much lower elasticity than the elastic cord. The higher spring constant or modulus of elasticity of the sheath limits the total extended length of the lanyard in operation. The elastic cords stretch to absorb the energy of falling equipment up to the length of the outer sheath. The attachment members may be attached to the sheath or may include components of the sheath and or the elastic cord. The lanyard allows for an elastic response to absorb the energy of a falling tool and a restraint to the total extended length of the lanyard.

Abstract: A retractor system for personal articles is disclosed that only allows for easy access to the personal article, but also provides for anti-swing mechanisms that prevent swinging of the personal article when it is not in use. One such retractor system comprises a garment with a retractor mounted to the garment. The retractor comprising a housing with an internal spring and a line capable of extending from the housing, with the spring urging retraction of the line back in the housing. The line passing through an opening in the housing and comprising an attachment mechanism for attaching to a personal article. A stop is also included on the line, wherein the stop prevents a portion of the line from retracting into the housing, with the personal article hanging from the retractor when not in use. A holding feature, such as a magnet, is included to hold the personal article against the garment when not in use, with the holding feature preventing swinging of the personal article.

Abstract: The present invention presents a veterinary toothbrush having dual heads. The presented solution provides a cost-saving measure for connecting or attaching two conventionally known standard toothbrushes to form a dual-headed toothbrush. The present invention focuses on various mechanisms such as pinning, welding, or dipping of two conventionally known standard toothbrushes to permanently form a single toothbrush with a dual head with bristles. According to an aspect, the two existing toothbrushes may be plastic dipped to form a single dual-head brush. According to another aspect, the two existing toothbrushes may be welded together to form a single dual head brush. In another mechanism, the two existing toothbrushes may be joined or pinned together to form a single dual head brush.

Abstract: An interchangeable painting system is disclosed. The interchangeable painting system includes a painting object including a shaft and at least part of the painting object is configured to apply paint to a surface and a handle including a body with a receptacle that is configured to receive the shaft of the painting object; and a latch attached to the body and configured to reversibly engage the shaft of the painting object such that the painting object is secured to the handle when the latch is in a first position and released from the handle when the latch is in a second position.

Abstract: Proposed is a brush for applying makeup. The brush according to the present disclosure includes: a large brush (100); a receiving space (140) formed along a length direction of the large brush (100) at a position corresponding to or eccentric from a center of the large brush (100) so that the receiving space (140) is open at upper and lower ends thereof and at a side of a circumference thereof; and a small brush (200) configured to be coupled to the large brush (100) in a direction from top to bottom of the receiving space (140) so as to coincide with a disposition direction of the large brush (100) so that the small brush (200) is used in conjunction with the large brush (100) as one integrated brush (300), or separated from the large brush (100) in a direction from bottom to top thereof and selectively used.

Abstract: A multi-functional hand-held apparatus comprising a housing and a brush to be used jointly for bathing a person, wherein the housing comprising a chamber or a container capable of holding and squirting water or a fluid through tubes or one or more pores toward a person's hair with a directional orientation toward a back of a person's head and away from a person's face. The multi-functional hand-held apparatus comprising a series of combs or the one or more bristles for rinsing hair and pulling water or the fluid and shampoo or bubbles through the person's hair. Further provided are methods for squirting fluid, such as water, with a directional orientation onto a person's head and removing soap, foam, bubbles or excess water with a brush including one or more bristles that may be curved to conform with a person's head.

Abstract: A brush with an LED light source includes a body, and a head provided at a tip of the body, the head including a housing part connected to the body, a support part detachably attached to the housing part, a brush part formed of a plurality of bristles planted in the support part, and a light-source part provided inside the housing part, wherein the light-source part has a first LED for emitting light having a peak in a first wavelength band and a second LED for emitting light having a peak in a second wavelength band different from the first wavelength band.

Abstract: A scrub brush having a main body with a top surface, a bottom surface, end walls, and side walls. A sponge is removably attached to a top surface of the main body. A plurality of bristles are attached to and extend away from the bottom surface of the main body. Either channels extend from the top surface of the main body to the bottom surface, or the main body has a hollow chamber.

Abstract: At least one embodiment of the invention relates to a glass cleaning device which comprises at least one handle, at least one cleaner device which can comprise at least one bar or at least one disc. The handle has at least one magnet disposed inside while the bar or the disc has at least one magnet disposed inside. In this way the cleaning device can operate through glass so that the movement of the handle moves the corresponding bar or the corresponding disc through electromagnetic attraction created by electromagnetic waves through the glass. At least one of the bar or the disc can have a cleaning surface such as a bristle surface which when moved can be used to clean a surface.

Abstract: A foldable frame includes first and second mounting assemblies pivotally connected to each other and rotatable with respect to each other between a folded position and an unfolded position. A foldable frame also includes one or more retainers. A retainer has a first coupler and a second coupler, with one disposed at the first mounting assembly and the other at the second mounting assembly. When the first and second mounting assemblies are in the folded position, the first and second couplers of each retainer engage with each other, and thus retain the first and second mounting assemblies in the folded position and prevent the foldable frame from accidental unfolding.

Abstract: A foldable frame includes first and second mounting assemblies pivotally coupled with each other at their proximal sides. The foldable frame also includes first, second and third leg assemblies, each having an upper member coupled with one or more of the first and second mounting assemblies and a base member abutting a ground when in use. The upper members of the first, second and third leg assemblies are substantially parallel to each other, with a distance between the upper members of the first and third leg assemblies different than a distance between the upper members of the second and third leg assemblies. As a result, when folded, the base members of the first, second and third leg assemblies are disposed side by side along a longitudinal direction of the foldable frame.