Abstract: A rod is provided, formed from a first sheet including a tobacco material and a second sheet including a non-tobacco flavourant, the first and second sheets being gathered together and circumscribed by a wrapper. The rod may be used as a component part of an aerosol-generating article.

Abstract: Disclosure is an aerosol generating article having a low temperature burning heat source, including a low temperature burning smoking set and a matching cigarette, the smoking set includes a heat insulation sleeve, an annular heat conductive barrel, a cover and a heat source cigarette lighter; the barrel is provided in an annular mounting groove at a left section of an inner wall of the sleeve, the cover is provided at a left end of the sleeve, a cavity of the barrel is filled with the heat source in a sealed manner; a plurality of electric heating columns are provided at a right end of the lighter; the cover is provided with a plurality of insertion holes, and after the plurality of electric heating columns are inserted into the plurality of insertion holes, the lighter gets in contact with the barrel to ignite the heat source in the barrel.

Abstract: A case for an electronic cigarette vaporiser, the case including an automatic lifting mechanism that lifts the vaporiser up a few mm from the case to enable a user to easily grasp the vaporiser and withdraw it from the case. The lifting mechanism can be spring-based. The case both re-fills the vaporiser with liquid and also re-charges a battery in the vaporiser.

Abstract: A cigarette paper dispenser comprising a structure foldable between a first and second configuration, the first configuration forming a tray; and the second configuration forming a pouch for carriage of a rolled cigarette.

Abstract: Discloses embodiments relate to a container assembly for storing herbal products and accessories. The assembly includes a housing, including a grinder compartment that includes a perforated base with frame walls surrounding the perforated base, a first side opening beneath the perforated base, and a second side opening. The assembly further includes a slidable tray configured to slide into and out of the first side opening, a perforated grinder bottom configured to fit within the frame walls of the grinder compartment, a grinder top configured to fit within the frame walls of the grinder compartment and including a plurality of grinding teeth protruding from a first surface and a receptacle structure on a second surface opposite the first surface, and a leverage device configured to slide into and out of the second side opening and including an engaging structure configured to fit into the receptacle structure of the grinder top.

Abstract: A nicotine delivery device (200) for generating a mist containing nicotine for inhalation by a user. The device comprises a mist generator device (201) and a driver device (202). The driver device (202) is configured to drive the mist generator device (201) at an optimum frequency to maximise the efficiency of mist generation by the mist generator device (201).

Abstract: Provided is an aerosol generating apparatus including: a heater configured to generate aerosol by heating a cigarette, the heater including a first electrically conductive heating element formed along a first path on an electrically insulating substrate, a second electrically conductive heating element formed along a second path on the electrically insulating substrate, and a temperature sensor track formed along a third path in a region between the first path and the second path; a battery configured to supply power to the heater; and a controller configured to control the power supplied from the battery to the heater and monitor a temperature sensed using the temperature sensor track.

Abstract: An electronic smoking device (10) includes a power supply portion (12) comprising a power supply (18) as well as an atomizer/liquid reservoir portion (14) comprising a refillable liquid reservoir (34) adapted for storing a liquid, and an atomizer (26) operable when connected to the power supply (18) to atomize liquid stored in the liquid reservoir (34). The atomizer/liquid reservoir portion (14) comprises a liquid filling channel (40) and an air outlet channel (42) at least partially separate from the liquid filling channel (40). The liquid filling channel (40) communicates with the liquid reservoir (34) and is configured to let pass liquid received from outside the electronic smoking device (10) into the liquid reservoir (34). The air outlet channel (42) communicates with the liquid reservoir (34) and is configured to let pass air out of the liquid reservoir (34).

Abstract: An aerosol-generating article may include a base layer, at least one aerosol-forming substrate positioned on the base layer, and a cover layer overlying the at least one aerosol-forming substrate and secured to the base layer so that the at least one aerosol-forming substrate is sealed between the base layer and the cover layer. The cover layer includes a polymeric film comprising at least one of a plurality of micropores and a plurality of microperforations.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette comprises a battery portion which is operable to provide power to a heating element of the electronic cigarette, and a cartomizer coupled with the battery portion. The cartomizer comprises a liquid container which provides a liquid toward the heating element wherein the liquid is used for producing and flavoring a vapor of the electronic cigarette when the liquid is heated by the heating element, and a memory which is operable to record and store an amount of the liquid remaining in the liquid container.

Abstract: An athletic bra to support a human wearer's breasts include a band, a breast covering section, a back section, and a pair of shoulder straps joining the breast covering section to the back section. The breast covering section includes an inner layer forming a pair of molded cups, each cup constructed to encapsulate a respective one of the breasts. A support member is bonded to the inner layer and includes a lower section extending between each of the cups and the band, and a medial section extending at least partially between the cups. The bra can accommodate band sizes of 32-50 and cup sizes of AAA-K.

Abstract: An electric component mounting unit for an air-conditioned garment, which is used in combination with a garment body having a fan opening and which is mounted on a body, includes a fan which takes air from outside into the garment body, a mounter which mounts the fan on the body, and a fan attacher which attaches the fan to the mounter. The fan includes a fan-side linker which links the fan with the fan opening.

Abstract: Provided is a wrist guard designed to press the radial and ulnar parts of a wrist toward the center of the wrist by means of a compression pad, so as to prevent side effects, such as hand numbness and swelling and effectively provide a fixing force of the wrist, thereby preventing the wrist from being excessively bent and alleviating wrist pain. The wrist guard allows a user to adjust the pressure load on the radial and ulnar parts of the wrist. It is possible to smoothly insert and assemble the pressing member into a coupling body, therefore improving operational feeling, the wrist guard may be stably used, and damage due to interference can be prevented. A stable pulling operation prevents wear and damage. As an excessive pressure load on the radial and ulnar regions is attenuated, the wrist guard is more convenient and comfortable.

Abstract: An illuminating face protection device, including a main body to be worn on a head of a user and protect a face of the user, a top illuminating unit disposed on at least a portion of the main body to emit a first beam of light and illuminate a surrounding area, a first side illuminating unit disposed on at least a portion of the main body to emit a second beam of light and illuminate the surrounding area, and a second side illuminating unit disposed on at least a portion of the main body to emit a third beam of light and illuminate the surrounding area.

Abstract: A face shield for covering the eyes, nose and mouth of a user is disclosed. The face shield includes a face shield body that has a transparent surface having a first side edge, a second side edge, and a top edge. The first and second side edges include a first and a second anchor/barb, respectively, both of which define a line. A spacer is attached at or near the line, and the spacer extends away from the face shield body. An elastic strap with a first slot and a second slot receives the first and second anchor/barbs. When the user wears the face shield, the elastic strap is in a stretched configuration that pulls on the first and second anchor/barbs, and in this configuration the first slot is detachably affixed to the first anchor/barb, and the second slot is detachably affixed to the second anchor/barb.

Abstract: Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.

Abstract: Provided is a closure device for the releasable connecting of two parts to each other including a first closure part, having a first base body, at least two first engaging sections formed on the first base body, spaced apart from each other along a loading direction and forming between them a gap, and at least one first magnetic section arranged on the first base body, and a second closure part, having a second base body, at least one second engaging section formed on the second base body, and at least one second magnetic section arranged on the second base body.

Abstract: A handheld weaving tool is provided, the tool including a housing having a first end opposite a second end and a sidewall extending therebetween defining an interior volume. The second end comprises at least one aperture therethrough. A needle is disposed within the housing and can selectively move between an extended position and a retracted position, wherein an extended position, the needle extends through the aperture, and wherein a retracted position, the needle is disposed entirely within the housing. An opening is disposed in the first end, wherein the opening is dimensioned to receive a thread therethrough, such that the thread is operably connected to the needle. A motor is disposed within the housing and can reciprocally move the needle between the extended position and the retracted position. A control is disposed on the housing and activates the motor when actuated.

Abstract: A swim cap and a method for producing the same is disclosed. A lower portion of the swim cap is shaped as a band, and an upper portion is dome shaped. Stitching joins the lower portion to the upper portion along a horizontal seam. At least two pieces of the lower portion, and a first and second piece of the upper portion, are joined to one another with stitching along a first vertical seam. The second and a third piece of the upper portion are joined to one another with stitching along a second vertical seam. The lower and upper portions are comprised of a substantially waterproof material.

Abstract: Protective clothing and/or equipment may comprise an impact mitigation layer which comprises a plurality of impact mitigation assemblies positioned between an exterior surface and an interior surface. The plurality of impact mitigation assemblies may comprise an impact absorbing array of impact mitigation structures having at least one filament and a lateral support wall or connecting element. When force is applied to the exterior surface, the structures of the impact absorbing materials deform in a desired and controlled manner, reducing the force received by the interior surface.

Abstract: A bimodal heel counter apt for a rapid entry and release footwear devices, that includes a flexible hollow hemisphere portion, a heel tab, a secondary heel tab, a back sole base, an anchor system, and dependent fastening elements. The bimodal heel counter and dependent fastening systems are biased to one of two stable positions, which elastically morphs by stored potential energy with applied force from one position to the other, configured to collectively snap a footwear device between an open and closed position, for donning and doffing, or securing the foot as to enable active footwear use.

Abstract: The present invention regards a sole for a sport shoe, work shoe or leisure shoe including a main body having a lower layer delimiting a surface, lower during use, set to come into contact with the ground and an upper layer set to come into contact with a foot of a user or to support from the bottom, during use, an insole.

Abstract: A cushioning article comprises a first and a second polymeric sheet bonded to one another and enclosing an interior cavity. The polymeric sheets retain a gas in the interior cavity. A tensile component disposed in the interior cavity includes a first tensile layer, a second tensile layer, and a plurality of tethers spanning the interior cavity and connecting the first tensile layer to the second tensile layer. An inwardly-protruding bond joins the first polymeric sheet to the first tensile layer, protrudes inward from the first polymeric sheet toward the second polymeric sheet, and partially traverses the plurality of tethers. The first polymeric sheet is displaced from the first tensile layer adjacent to the inwardly-protruding bond by the gas. A method of manufacturing a cushioning article is disclosed.

Abstract: Aspects hereof relate to a footwear upper formed from a plurality of tensile strands interwoven with a webbing material. The upper may have a bootie configuration. At least a portion of the strands may extend between a lateral-side portion of the upper and a medial-side portion of the upper and extend over an instep region and/or a sole region of the upper. The tensile strands may be bundled such that a plurality of strands forms a single weft or warp. Bundles having differing quantities of tensile strands may form a pattern on the upper that is effective for aiding conformance of the upper to a wearer's foot while enhancing ventilation and reducing water saturation. The tensile strands, whether singular or bundled, may be effective for transferring a load of a fastening mechanism through the woven upper while allowing the upper to have a desired degree of elasticity, support and/or comfort.

Abstract: Textile Components, such as upper members for articles of footwear, include: (a) a first portion having a first edge, wherein the first edge includes a first portion of material engaged with a first seam support material via a first thermoplastic material; (b) a second portion having a second edge, wherein the second edge includes a second portion of material engaged with a second seam support material via a second thermoplastic material; and (c) structure to engage the first and second edges in an abutting edge joint (such as a zig-zag stitch). The resulting textile components may be lightweight and breathable (e.g., due to use of lightweight upper fabric), having a comfortable fit (e.g., due to the abutting edge joint), while still providing a strong, stable, and durable construction (e.g., due to the presence of the seam support member(s)).

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper having a quarter having a lower edge having a first slit defined therein and a vamp having an upper edge having a second slit defined therein. The quarter and the vamp are joined along a seam extending along the lower edge of the quarter and the upper edge of the vamp with the first slit and the second slit cooperating with one another. At least a portion of the lower edge of the quarter is adhesively sealed to an inner surface of the vamp.

Abstract: Systems and apparatus related to an automated footwear platform including an actuator assembly for controlling a footwear lacing apparatus are discussed. In an example, an Lacing architectures for automated footwear assemblies are discussed. In an example, a footwear assembly can include a floating tongue within an upper assembly. The lacing architecture can include a first plurality or lace guides forming a first lacing zone and a second plurality of lace guides forming a second lacing zone. The lacing architecture can also include a tongue lace guide assembly secure to a proximal portion of the floating tongue.

Abstract: Lacing systems for articles of apparel can include a first continuous lace element and a second continuous lace element, with each having a lace-receiving portion secured to the article of apparel, directly or indirectly, and a lacing portion that can engage with respective loop apertures of the lace-receiving portion to provide a closure mechanism. The articles of apparel can be articles of footwear and the lacing system can be provided to close an opening in an upper of the article of footwear.

Abstract: A tensioning system for use with an article of footwear includes a pulley assembly. The pulley assembly may include a first disc and a second disc connected by a central shaft. A tensioning element can be engaged around the central shaft. A ring element can be used to prevent the tensioning element from disengaging the pulley when there is slack in the tensioning element. The pulley assembly can include a guide portion that guides a tensioning member so as to restrict the entry angle of segments of the tensioning member.

Abstract: A clamping system for a component, especially for an article of footwear or a sports article, may include: (a) a first member; (b) a second member, (c) a pivot about which the first member and the second member are rotatable relative to each other; (d) a first bracket slidably movable along a first path on the first member and a second path, by a first distance, on the second member, when the first member and the second member are rotated relative to each other from a first angle to a second angle; and (e) at least a second bracket slidably movable along a third path on the first member and a fourth path, by a second distance, on the second member, when the first member and the second member are rotated relative to each other from the first angle to the second angle.

Abstract: A latching mechanism is applied to be mounted on a webbing of a seat belt system. The latching mechanism has a tongue assembly and a slider mounted on the tongue assembly. The slider has a bridge located at a side of the tongue assembly. The webbing passes through a bottom end of the bridge and is inserted through the slider and the tongue assembly. The webbing has a shoulder belt located at a side, which has the bridge, of the latching mechanism. When the slider is located in an unlocked position, the latching mechanism is capable of freely moving along the webbing. A tension of the shoulder belt acts on the bridge for driving the slider to move from the unlocked position to a locked position, such that the webbing is clamped and locked by the slider and the tongue assembly.

Abstract: A watch can include a watch band having a first strap segment, a second strap segment, a nest portion secured between the first strap segment and the second strap segment, and an opening extending through the nest portion. The watch can further include a housing releasably mountable to the nest portion, and a sensor disposed within the housing and configured to align with the opening when the housing is mounted to the nest portion.

Abstract: A jewelry apparatus can include a base member having a hippocrepiform configuration, the base member having a first prong and a second prong. The jewelry apparatus can include a coupling member operably configured for attachment to the base member. The coupling member can include a disk member having a first side and a second side, the first side having a first set of indicia depicting a first partial portion of a word, the second side having a second set of indicia depicting a second partial portion of the word, a first projection extending from the disk member operably configured for attachment to the first prong and a second projection extending from the disk member operably configured for attachment to the second prong. The first projection or the second projection is configured to produce a tactile indication when inserted into or removed from the first prong or the second prong.

Abstract: A wallet includes a first shell with one or more openings on a shell perimeter adapted to clip one or more objects to the one or more openings; and a second shell coupled to the first shell, the second shell including a storage compartment; and first and second rails on each side of the second metal shell to slideably receive one or more cards in the storage compartment.

Abstract: The disclosure herein includes an expandable luggage assembly, which expandable luggage assembly may include: an upper shell having a plurality of sidewalls; a lower shell having a plurality of sidewalls removably coupled to one more of the plurality of sidewalls of the upper shell; a shelf coupled to the upper shell; a plurality of wheels coupled to the lower shell; and two handles, each handle of the two handles comprising: a crossbar disposed above the upper shell; a first tube coupled to the crossbar and slidably coupled to the upper shell; a second tube slidably coupled to the first tube and capable of being abutted against the upper shell; a third tube slidably coupled to the second tube and coupled to the lower shell.

Abstract: A Reversible Collapsible Security Pouch for Electronic Devices. The Pouch is provided in a variety of different configurations, and further are designed to accommodate a variety of different items. A key-fob-accommodating version is small enough to be attachable to the key fob when in a compacted condition so that it can always be attached to the key fob. The key fob version includes a pair of stretchable wrapping loops that allows the user to roll the pouch into a compact roll and then secure it in the rolled condition using one of the wrapping loops. In some larger pouch versions, there may be closure buttons around which a wrapping loop could be wrapped to secure the closure of the pouch. Other versions may include the ability to close and lock the pouch to secure the encapsulated device. All versions include a Faraday cage integrated into the pouch assembly.

Abstract: A portable pack includes a bag having a chamber defined by an end wall, a first side wall extending from the end wall, and a second side wall extending from the end wall and spaced apart from the first side wall. A distance between the first side wall and the second side wall defines a width of the chamber. The portable pack also includes an inner wall having a central panel, a first end panel connected to a first end of the central panel by a first living hinge and connected to the first side wall by a second living hinge, and a second end panel connected to a second end of the central panel by a third living hinge and to the second side wall by a fourth living hinge.

Abstract: A hair perming device and its temperature control circuit are disclosed. The temperature control circuit for a hair perming device is electrically connected with a heater of the hair penning device and comprises a main control module and a trigger module. The main control module controls the trigger module to be switched on such that a control signal outputted by the main control module can be sent to the heater for heating, and meanwhile for detects a working state of the trigger module. When a failure of the trigger module is detected, the main control module controls the trigger module to be switched off such that a continuous heating of the heater is stopped. When a failure of the trigger module is detected, the electrical power supply path of the heater is disconnected, and a continuous heating of the heater is stopped for avoiding excessive high temperature.

Abstract: This invention relates to an innovative hair claw clip, which includes at least a first body, a second bod, an automatic opening device and at least four sets of snap-fit structures as main components combined together. Said snap-fit structures are respectively arranged on the adjacent positions of the corresponding first rib of said first body and the second rib of said second body, said snap-fit structures can improve the service life and stability of the hair claw clip during the clamping operation and the opening operation. Moreover, through the new anti-slip structure design, the present invention can be held more firmly by the user, and the hair claw clip sandwiched on the hair will not be easily slipped from the hair even if the hair is not clamped tightly.

Abstract: A hair dryer is provided that may include a main body, a handle, a flow path, and a fan. The handle may include a handle case and a handle frame. The handle frame may include a flow stabilizer located upstream of the fan. A fluid flowing in through an inlet may pass through the flow stabilizer to flow to the fan. A sound absorbing space to reduce noise may be formed between an inner circumferential surface of the handle case and the flow stabilizer.

Abstract: As shown in one preferred embodiment, a two-blade vice-type nail clipper comprising a thin safety-cover-guard with ergonomic upward angle and wrap-around safety edges, that is permanently mounted just below said nail clipper's lower cutting blade and that follows or mirrors the shape of said nail clipper's lower cutting surface, including wrapping around the sharp sides, corners and edges of said lower cutting surface, so as to provide an industry advancing level of nail cutting safety with minimal invasiveness.

Abstract: A cosmetic applicator includes a non-porous base and a first porous cushioning member molded onto the base that is configured to retain a predetermined amount of cosmetic formulation. A method of forming a cosmetic applicator includes forming a non-porous base and forming a first porous cushioning member on the base.

Abstract: Described herein are inserts for reducing sloshing in a bottle. The insert may be integrally formed in an outer shell of the bottle or removably insertable into the outer shell. The insert may include an elongate body extending between a first end opposite a second end; and an aperture defined by the elongate body and extending longitudinally through the elongate body between the first and second ends. The elongate body has an uncompressed state when removed from an outer shell and a compressed state when positioned in the outer shell. A diameter of the elongate body in the compressed state is less than or equal to a smallest diameter of the liquid retention compartment. The insert has a durometer between about 40 A and about 70 A. A volume of the insert is less than about 10% of a volume defined by the outer shell. The insert includes a compressible mesh material.

Abstract: A head for an oral-care implement, having an elongated mounting surface with an outer circumference, includes two outer rows of tufts extending from the mounting surface along a longitudinal axis and in proximity to the outer circumference and an arc-shaped toe arranged at a distal end and composed of filaments or a plurality of tufts of filaments. The tufts of the outer rows have a longitudinal extension and an elongated cross-sectional area extending substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal extension, the elongated cross-sectional area having a longer axis and a shorter axis, wherein the longer axis defines an angle ? of from about 20° to about 65° with respect to the longitudinal axis, so that the tufts of the outer rows and the arc-shaped toe define an outer arc-shaped envelope.

Abstract: A brush head (10) and a method for manufacturing a brush head. The method includes forming a plurality of retention elements (52) each having an opening (51) therethrough. The retention elements (52) are positioned into corresponding recesses of a plate. A bristle tuft (21) is inserted into each of the openings of the retention elements. A proximal end (23) of each bristle tuft is bonded to the corresponding proximal side of the retention element to form a merged proximal end head portion (26) that secures the bristle tufts and the corresponding retention elements together as a plurality of merged tuft assemblies (20). A neck (40) of the brush head is positioned in relation to the merged tuft assemblies. A platen (42) of the neck and the merged tuft assemblies is at least partially encompassed in a matrix (30).

Abstract: A multifunctional coffee table to meet the demands of being more comfortable and elegant. The present invention includes a table top, wherein several immediately adjacent frames are disposed under the table top to form a cylindrical frame body; a base is disposed at the bottom of the frames, and a fixing ring is disposed on the top of the frames and located between the table top and the frames; the frames are mountably connected with the base and with the fixing ring; and the table top covers the fixing ring. The coffee table of the present invention is composed of a storage frame with a table top.

Abstract: Adjustable organizer shelf system and assemblies for use with an appliance are provided. Shelf assembly includes a pair of brackets and a fixed shelf mounted between the brackets. Shelf assembly also includes a movable shelf with a pair of rear lower hinges and a pair of lower guides. Shelf assembly also includes a lifting arm assembly attaching the movable shelf to the brackets. The lifting arm assembly can include a pair of lifting arms attached to each of the brackets. Lifting arm assembly also include an upper rear hinge affixed to each bracket, an upper guide affixed to each bracket, and a roller disposed within each of the upper guides and lower guides. The end of each lifting arm can be fastened to one of the rollers disposed with each of the guides.

Abstract: A system includes a rail having a rail body that includes a perimeter edge and first and second channels. The first and second channels each include a seat, brace and passageway extending from the perimeter edge of the rail body to the seat. Each seat has an arc greater than 90 degrees. An upwardly directed surface of a first brace may be substantially colinear with the second upwardly directed surface of a second brace, and the first and second channels are separated by a working area that may be used to secure hook, pegs and the like. The first and second elongate rigid bars are configured to be positioned between a closet shelf and rod. Each rigid bar includes a distal section with an upward facing surface for engaging the closet shelf, a downward facing surface for engaging the closet rod, and an intermediate section having a semicircular cross-section.

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: An embedded plate frame structure, having a polygonal or arc-shaped frame body; the polygonal frame body includes at least a first frame, a second frame and a third frame; a panel is installed on the frame body; the first frame, the second frame and the third frame are formed by metal profiles; the metal profiles are provided with accommodating grooves; peripheral sides of the panel are respectively inserted into the corresponding accommodating grooves of the first frame, the second frame and the third frame and extruded, such that the panel is connected with the first frame, the second frame and the third frame into a whole; the metal profile is provided with a reinforcing portion, and the reinforcing portion is integrally formed with an outer side of the metal profile.