Abstract: An aerosol generation device having a differentiated heating function and an aerosol-generating article applied thereto are provided. The aerosol generation device according to some embodiments of the present disclosure may include a housing configured to form an accommodation space for accommodating an aerosol-generating article and a heater part configured to heat the aerosol-generating article accommodated in the accommodation space to generate an aerosol. Here, the heater part may include a first heating part configured to heat a first part of the aerosol-generating article and a second heating part configured to heat a second part of the aerosol-generating article. At least one opening may be formed in the second heating part to heat the first part and the second part of the aerosol-generating article in a differentiated manner.

Abstract: An induction heating assembly for a vapour generating device, includes an outer body; an induction coil arranged inward of the outer body; a heating compartment defined inward of the induction coil and arranged to receive, in use, a body comprising a vaporisable substance and an induction heatable susceptor; wherein the separation between the outer body and the induction coil defines an air vent arranged to allow air flow around the induction coil and to the heating compartment.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device is provided that includes sensor(s) to produce measurements of properties during use of the device, and processing circuitry to record data for a plurality of uses of the device, for each use of which the data includes the measurements of the properties. The processing circuitry is configured to build a machine learning model to predict a target variable, using a machine learning algorithm, at least one feature selected from the properties, and a training set produced from the measurements of the properties. The processing circuitry is configured to then deploy the machine learning model to predict the target variable, and control at least one functional element of the device based thereon. The device may also verify authorization of an attempted user to alter a locked state of the device based on the verifying of the attempted user.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an aerosol delivery device and related methods and computer program products for controlling an aerosol delivery device based on input characteristics. For example, a method for controlling an aerosol delivery device based at least in part on user input characteristics, includes the aerosol delivery device determining a characteristic of a user input to the aerosol delivery device, with the user input comprising manipulation of the aerosol delivery device, and with the user input being detected by a motion sensor of the aerosol delivery device; the aerosol delivery device determining a control function having a defined association with the characteristic; and aerosol delivery device performing the control function in response to the user input.

Abstract: Control circuitry is provided for an aerosol-generating device having a locked state in prohibiting aerosol delivery and an unlocked state permitting aerosol delivery, the circuitry being configured to: receive user-input authentication information from user interface components, to receive the information during multiple time windows, each corresponding to a respective digit of a sequence of digits forming the information, and to attribute user input received via the components during a time window to the digit corresponding to the time window, perform offline authentication of the device based on the information, determine to transition the device from the locked state to the unlocked state based on a successful result of the offline authentication, and interpret multiple signals arising from repeated user operation of a same user interface component during the time window as a coded input signal defining the digit of the sequence to which the time window corresponds.

Abstract: A user feedback system for a user of a delivery device within a delivery ecosystem includes an obtaining processor adapted to obtain two or more user factors indicative of a state of the user, wherein a first obtained user factor is based upon at least a first aspect of the user’s operation of the delivery device and wherein a second obtained user factor is based upon at least a second aspect of the user’s situation separate to their operation of the delivery device, which occurs during one or more selected from the list consisting of a predetermined period preceding the user’s operation of the delivery device, and a predetermined period following the user’s operation of the delivery device; and an estimation processor adapted to identify a corresponding feedback action expected to alter a state of the user as indicated at least in part by the first and second user factors.

Abstract: A lint and static electricity resistant shirt for car wraps, window tint, and paint protection film application. The shirt is made from a special weave of polyester and carbon fibers. The installer wearing the shirt will be protected from static electricity and lint which helps prevent wasted installation materials, time, and money.

Abstract: A moisturizing facilitating foot covering assembly includes a sleeve of cloth material to be positioned on and cover a person's foot. The sleeve includes a bottom wall and a perimeter wall that is attached to and extends upwardly from the bottom wall. The perimeter wall includes a heel end, a toe end, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. A top wall is attached to the perimeter wall. The top wall has a foot opening therein positioned adjacent to the heel end. The cloth material is air and fluid permeable. A coating is positioned on an interior surface of the sleeve. The coating is flexible as well as air and fluid impermeable. The top wall is free of the coating. The coating prevents the sleeve from absorbing any moisturization composition positioned on a lower surface of the person's foot.

Abstract: Bras for high impact, high support activities are provided. A bra comprises a band that wraps around a torso. The band includes first and second cup regions, and a channel that runs below the collective cup regions. A gore is formed above the channel and between the respective cup regions, adjoining the respective cup regions. A molded cradle is fitted into the channel. For each cup region, a tessellated encapsulating bra cup is fitted therein. Each tessellated encapsulating bra cup includes a plurality of tiles. Respective tiles in the plurality of tiles that are further away from the cradle are larger in size than respective tiles in the plurality of tiles that are closer to the cradle. Each tessellated encapsulating bra cup has a generally concave first inner face and a generally convex first outer face. The tessellated encapsulating bra cups collectively contribute cantilevered support to the bra.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to a chamois for cycling shorts. The chamois may include a body comprising a front and rear areas. The front area may be narrower in width than the rear area. The front are may also include a front inlet that extends rearwards from the front of the front area and is defined by two front portions of the front area that extend forwards on either side of a central axis. The rear area may include a rear inlet that extends forwards from the rear of the rear area. The rear inlet may be defined by two rear portions of the rear area that extend rearwards on either side of the central axis. The chamois may be sewn into cycling shorts and positioned such that a substantial portion of the chamois rests underneath a rider's pressure points when in the aero riding position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel adult garment device designed to provide users with a comfortable fleece garment capable of being worn like a sleeping bag when relaxing at home, camping, tailgating, backpacking, etc. The device comprises a sleeping bag component and at least two openings at the top to receive a user's arms. Once a user has inserted both of their arms and legs into the device, a zipper component is used to secure the device around the user. The zipper component typically comprises a string mechanism for easy manipulation of the zipper component. Thus, the device improves comfort and warmth for a user in any environment.

Abstract: Protective combat clothing (PCC) may include a shirt and trousers, wherein the shirt and the trousers are at least partially made of woven fabric made of a composition of the materials comprising flame-resistant fiber, flame-resistant meta-aramid fiber, heat-resistant fiber, polyimide and anti-static fiber.

Abstract: A shirt incorporating a padded torso section formed with padding sewn onto an interior layer of an encompassing shell which in turn is sewn onto the exterior layer of the shell. Additional stitching passing through the padding and the interior and exterior layers of the shell can form a pleasing geometric pattern. The padded torso section provides comfort to the caregiver and to the infant resting on the torso of the caregiver. The padding can be secured to the interior shell member in a detachable manner to permit the removal of the padding from the upper torso section of the shirt. The shirt can be constructed as a nursing shirt, utilizing various forms of fasteners, and having an overlapping cover secured to the torso section to be used as a privacy cover.

Abstract: A face mask includes a mask body formed of a flexible material and configured to cover the mouth and nose of the user such that a cavity is formed between the face of the user and the face mask, the mask body having an interior surface facing the mouth and nose of the user and an exterior surface opposite the interior surface; a first sensor unit for measuring a moisture level and an oxygen level of the air entering the cavity; a second sensor unit for measuring a moisture level and an oxygen level of the air being expelled from the cavity; and at least one wireless transceiver configured to transmit data from the first sensor unit and the second sensor unit to a remote device.

Abstract: A protective headgear system includes a cover including a substantially transparent facial shield, a sheet sealingly coupled to the facial shield around the cover's perimeter, the sheet including a substantially anterior portion including a first sheet material configured to act as a substantial barrier to the passage of air, and including a substantially posterior portion including a second sheet material configured to filter contaminants from air, and one or more seams between the first sheet material and the second sheet material, a flow restrictor configured to significantly create a flow barrier between the cover and the neck of a user for providing an interior volume, an air mover configured to draw some of the external air into the interior volume, a filter coupled to the cover, and one or more flow directors configured to direct internal air, including at least some exhaled air, toward the second sheet material.

Abstract: A face mask, comprising ear loops and a detachable head strap constructed as a portion of the mask is described. The mask may be worn by either securing the ear loops around the ears or by detaching the head strap and using it to secure the mask around the back of the head. A simple, low cost system for adjusting the tension of ear loops and the head strap is also described.

Abstract: A mask includes a main body arranged on a face of a wearer, a first dial provided on the main body, a first length member connected to the first dial, a length adjustment member spaced apart from the main body and arranged in a lengthwise direction of the first length member, and a second length member connected to the length adjustment member, wherein a length of the first length member is adjusted by an operation of the first dial, and a length of the second length member is adjusted by an operation of the length adjustment member.

Abstract: Embodiments include a filter material including an electrospun nanofiber membrane and an active nanomaterial agent incorporated into the electrospun nanofiber membrane, wherein the electrospun nanofiber membrane filters disease-causing agents and the wherein the active nanomaterial agent degrades disease-causing agents. Embodiments further include a face mask and/or respirator including a filter material, wherein the filter material includes an electrospun nanofiber membrane and an active nanomaterial agent incorporated into the electrospun nanofiber membrane, wherein the electrospun nanofiber membrane filters disease-causing agents and the wherein the active nanomaterial agent degrades disease-causing agents.

Abstract: A quick release medical gown, which is formed with a pull cord on the front shoulder of gown, attached at one end to the outside of the gown, and run through the collar, where it is attached at the neckline closure on the gown. the gown closure is a quick release fastener, such as snaps or a hook-and-loop closure. The device is designed so that the cord on the front of the gown may be pulled, unfastening the neckline closure, and allowing the wearer to remove the gown with little to no need for assistance, or reaching behind themselves. This design allows for decreased risk of contamination for the wearer, and allows them increased independence in donning and doffing their gown.

Abstract: An endless neck tie. In one embodiment an endless loop of fabric of varying width includes a relatively narrow segment providing a neckband, and a first blade and a second blade of variable width extending in opposite directions along the loop and away from the neckband. At least a first transition region, between the blades or between the neck band and the blades, is of such narrow width relative to the blade width that the transition region accepts at least a first knot which defines a constricted region of the endless neck tie between the neck band and the blades.

Abstract: An apparatus for attachment to apparel incorporating an illumination element for illuminating interchangeable emblems, which may be attached to the face of the illumination element, wherein the apparatus may be reconfigured upon the apparel and attached to other pieces of apparel without issue.

Abstract: A garment with insulated liner including a short pant having a shirt loop adapted to be secured to a shirt loop. An insulated undergarment is attached to the short pant, and adapted to cover and fit closely to the body of a wearer to preserve an elevated temperature of the body of the wearer under the insulated undergarment. The garment with insulated liner further includes an inner fly flap reinforced with an internal rubberized layer; and an outer fly flap reinforced with another internal rubberized layer. The inner fly flap and the outer fly flap prevent the insulated undergarment from drastically shifting in turbulent water.

Abstract: A waist belt for trousers, skirts and similar garments that are equipped with belt loops is formed from a band flat material that includes a central straight portion that has a predetermined length and covers a wearer's back. The central straight portion is orthogonal to a central symmetry plane. First and second terminal straight portions have a predetermined length and include respective buckle elements for mutual removable connection. The terminal straight portions are arranged orthogonal to a same terminal symmetry plane. First and second curved portions are symmetrically arranged with respect to the central portion and connect the central straight portion to the first and second terminal straight portions, respectively. The curved portions are configured to keep the terminal and central symmetry planes at a distance from each other between 3.2 and 20 cm. The belt enables a related system and a modified garment configured to fit the belt.

Abstract: A foam rubber structure, with a base portion with a first rectangular cross-section, a first bevel portion with a first triangular cross-section superjacent the base portion, a first closure region at a first end of the foam rubber structure, and a second closure region at a second end of the foam rubber structure, a first portion of a hook and loop fastener attached to the first closure region, and a second portion of the hook and loop fastener attached to the second closure region, wherein the first closure region has a second rectangular cross-section that is different than the first rectangular cross-section, a second bevel portion with a second triangular cross-section different from the first triangular cross-section, the second closure region has a third rectangular cross-section different than the first rectangular cross-section, and a third bevel portion with a third triangular cross-section different from the first triangular cross-section and different from the second triangular cross-section.

Abstract: A tape device for a lace wig having lace grids includes a tape and a release liner. The tape includes an elastic layer and an adhesive layer. The elastic layer has a first surface and a second surface, and the adhesive layer is fixedly attached to the second surface of the elastic layer. The release liner is releasably attached to the adhesive layer. The adhesive layer is transparent such that the second surface is visible through the adhesive layer, and the elastic layer is constructed in a skin color such that the elastic layer is removably attached to the lace grids from inside of the lace wig to cover a parting area of the lace wig for making the parting area look natural and making the lace grids less visible or conspicuous.

Abstract: The apparatus of this disclosure is a dreadlock, which may be wrappable and added to a human head and hairdos for females, males, and children with or without previous natural, artificial dreadlocks, any other hairstyles, and any combination thereof. An apparatus may include a dreadlock apparatus comprising at least one track, wherein one track comprises at least one longitudinally placed ribbon. At least two or more hair locks are immovably affixed to the ribbon and perpendicular to the longitudinal ribbon, and wherein the two or more locks are affixed parallel to each other on the ribbon. The apparatus or parts of the dreadlocks may be handmade using crocheting, sewing, braiding, etc. The method of use of the apparatus includes wrapping, with or without additional affixing techniques such as crocheting, sewing, braiding, etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of a unisex hat and a booklet to produce a unique piece of headwear that can fit a specific style, outfit, statement, passion, occasion, brand, or voice. The unisex hat is comprised of a single color, basic felt, a rounded crown with no indentations, a two-inch brim, an internal sizing band, and two openings on the side. The openings accommodate an exterior rawhide band that loops around to create a chinstrap securing the hat to the head with a bead. The booklet provides a variety of material instructions for technical applications/manipulations, appliques, and/or suggestions for thematic research to help personalize and customize the hat. The outer surface of the hat can be customized by drawing, painting, stenciling, sewing, cutting, embroidering, felting, and appliqueing. The accompanied booklet can be a physical booklet or a digital booklet.

Abstract: The present invention is a headwear device, including a headband, a cushion shower cap and an optional hair clip. The headband portion is worn around the head and includes a hook and loop fastener closure for adjusting a size of the headband. The shower cap has an elastic band that is positioned on and around the headband and can be further secured to the headband using the hair clip. The headband portion is made of silicone and the shower cap has cushion foam. The headband and the shower cap are worn together for offering a simple and convenient method of protecting the hair while bathing or showering, providing users with a way to maintain their desired hairstyle without the risk of damage due to water.

Abstract: The disclosure provides conspicuity devices and methods. A first embodiment includes a glove with at least one elongate lighting device adapted and configured to admit light having an advantageous spectral energy distribution. Additional articles of clothing are provided herein for enhanced conspicuity, such as for emergency workers and athletes.

Abstract: A helmet for protecting a head of a wearer, such as a hockey, lacrosse, football or other sports player. The helmet may have various features to protect the wearer's head against impacts, such as linear impacts and rotational impacts. For example, pads of the helmet may be movable relative to one another in response to an impact on the helmet. The helmet may comprise a frame comprising a plurality of frame members carrying respective ones of the pads and configured to move relative to one another in response to the impact to allow relative movement of the pads.

Abstract: A helmet (10) comprises an outer shell (12), an inner lining (14), and at least one releasable connector arrangement adapted to enable the outer shell (12) to be removably attached to the inner lining (14). The releasable connector arrangement includes a connecting stem (28) on the outer shell (12), and a receiving channel (30) in the inner lining (14).

Abstract: A football helmet assembly includes a football helmet that is wearable on a user's head. An air bladder is positioned inside of the football helmet and the air bladder is inflatable with air to cushion the user's head against impact energy. An air pump is integrated into the football helmet to inflate the air bladder when the air pump is manipulated. A plurality of biasing units is each coupled between the football helmet and the air bladder to bias the air bladder away from the football helmet. A visor is movably integrated into the football helmet. The visor is positionable in stored position or a deployed position to cover the user's eyes. Furthermore, the visor is tinted to reduce intensity of light passing through the visor.

Abstract: The invention discloses a helmet with associated rotation of a chin guard and a face mask, comprising a helmet body, wherein the face mask and the chin guard are symmetrically hinged to a mounting groove at a side surface of the helmet body, the mounting groove is provided with a face mask rotation limiter, a face mask mount, a linkage guide annular piece connected with the face mask mount, a driving rod matched with the annular groove on the linkage guide annular piece, a chin guard mount connected with the driving rod via hinging pieces, and a chin guard rotation guide clamped on the driving rod and the chin guard mount, wherein a double-track guide groove for guiding the rotation of the chin guard is formed in the chin guard rotation guide, and the hinging pieces provided at two ends of the driving rod respectively pass through the double-track guide groove and are connected with the chin guard mount; wherein the face mask rotation limiter is mounted on the mounting groove by a connector, and the linkage g

Abstract: A surgical protection system to define a barrier between the user and the external environment. The surgical protection system comprising a helmet assembly, a hood and a transparent face shield. The helmet including a shell, a face frame coupled to the shell, a static tab, a first fastener disposed on the face frame; and a fan mounted to the shell and configured to circulate air about the user. The hood may include a first material defining an opening. The shield may be formed from flexible material and disposed within the opening of the hood. The shield may further include a tab extending from a top portion of the shield and define an opening configured to receive the static tab of the helmet to align the shield to the helmet. The first fastener disposed on the face frame may be configured to facilitate removable attachment of the shield to the helmet.

Abstract: Footwear includes upper, midsole, and exterior sole components. One side of the upper component includes a first plurality of openings. This first plurality of openings includes two openings separated by a strip of upper component material. The midsole component is received in the upper component and includes a plurality of protrusions extending through the openings of the upper component. The strip of upper component material covers a first portion of the midsole component located in a recess between the first and second protrusions. The exterior sole component is engaged with the midsole component and includes a second plurality of openings. The plurality of protrusions extend through corresponding openings of this second plurality of openings. A strip of exterior sole component material located between two of the second plurality of openings at least partially covers the strip of upper component material.

Abstract: A device and method of use of the device which supports a patient’s medial tubercle and thus resisting heel bone rotation. It features a generally wedge shape component configured to be added on top of a surface at a heal region of a shoe. The wedge shape component has a height ranging from a maximum on an inner, medial heel portion and tapers to become flush with the surface at the midline of the heal region of the shoe.

Abstract: A method for forming a plate includes attaching a first strand portion to a flexible substrate to form a first layer on the substrate and positioning a second strand portion on the first layer to form a second layer on the first layer in a plurality of discrete regions on the substrate. The method also includes positioning a plurality of traction elements into corresponding cavities formed into a first mold surface and positioning the substrate on the first mold surface to change a shape of the substrate. At least one of heat and pressure is applied to the first strand portion, the second strand portion, the substrate, and the traction elements to conform the substrate to the shape of the first mold surface and form the traction elements into the substrate at each of the discrete regions. The method also includes incorporating the substrate into an article of footwear.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a shoe sole with a shock absorbing layer structure, the shoe sole including a midsole constituting an upper portion of the shoe sole and having an arch support formed on a portion that corresponds to an arch of a foot and an outsole constituting a lower portion of the shoe sole and having a cushioning portion formed to guide a center-of-pressure path while a user walks, wherein a shock absorbing layer configured to absorb shock applied to a midfoot portion of the foot is formed between the midsole and the outsole.

Abstract: Articles of footwear include upper components and/or sole components. In some examples, the articles of footwear and/or sole structures may include features making them well suited for obstacle course type athletic events (e.g., by providing enhanced traction for various obstacle course events, such as wall climb events, rope climb events, etc.). As some more specific examples, articles of footwear and/or components thereof may include one or more of: (a) a ground-contacting surface having a plurality of large grooves, a plurality of small grooves, and relatively flat and/or smoothly curved base surfaces between the grooves; (b) a medial sidewall having a concave exterior surface, e.g., in the midfoot area; (c) a medial sidewall having enhanced traction features, e.g., in the midfoot area; and/or (d) a medial instep component (e.g., medial eye stay reinforcing component) having enhanced traction features.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole structure and a guide secured to the inner surface of the sole structure. An outer surface of the bottom of an upper is secured to the inner surface of the sole structure, the upper and the guide forming a passage. A tensioning component extends along the guide in the passage, and extends out of the passage at a medial side and/or a lateral side of the upper. An increase in tension in the tensioning component flexibly conforms the sole structure to a foot disposed in the upper. A method of manufacturing the article of footwear includes placing an upper on a last, applying adhesive on an inner surface of a sole structure, placing a guide on the adhesive, the tensioning component on the guide, and the inner surface of the sole structure against an outer surface of the upper.

Abstract: Articles of footwear for sustainable systems are disclosed herein. A modular article of footwear includes a knitted upper component and a midsole component that are removably secured together. Some aspects further includes an exterior sole component that is removably secured to the midsole component and the knitted upper component.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole and an upper at least partially formed of a textile element. The textile element includes a yarn matrix having a plurality of interlocked strands oriented in predetermined directions. A structural element may be captured within the matrix at selected locations. In operation, the matrix is stitched onto a temporary substrate. The substrate is removed and the article coupled to a sole structure to form the article of footwear.

Abstract: Disclosed is a readily removable molded insert for footwear, including dress or casual shoes and sneakers. The insert may be manufactured from a variety of resiliently compressible, semi-rigid, and/or resiliently deformable materials and is designed for the purpose of maintaining the general shape and appearance of the upper section of a shoe. Embodiments of the insert are specifically designed to adapt to and conform to the shape of footwear and also to adapt to the contour of a user's foot while the footwear is being worn. The insert may be further cut, trimmed, or separated to fit a range of shoe sizes, by use of perforations along the outer rim of certain embodiments of the insert. Another embodiment of the insert may remain adhesively attached to the inside of the shoe, or it may be removed and repositioned within the shoe, as necessary.

Abstract: An article of footwear, the article including a sole structure and an upper coupled to a top of the sole structure. The upper including an opening and a closure system, wherein the closure system includes at least one first sheet and a plurality of second sheets. The at least one first sheet and the plurality of second sheets being interleaved.

Abstract: The present invention describes a zip comprising a pair of webbings (29; 38), each of which has in its side edges sequences of coupling elements or teeth (5; 12) facing with respect to their sector of joining with the webbing, each of these coupling elements (5; 12), being able to pivot around its central vertical axis thanks to a support placed between the coupling element (5; 12) and the webbing (29; 38), wherein the coupling element (5; 12) engages with the support and the latter with the webbing (29; 38), characterised in that said support consists of a cylinder (30) or of two half-cylinders (18, 19) placed in a specular manner at the opposite sides of the webbing (29).

Abstract: Described is a fastening device for jewellery comprising a first element and a second element which can be fixed to respective ends of jewellery, wherein the first element has a top surface and a bottom surface, in which a socket is formed; the second element has a top surface, a bottom surface and a head, configured to interlock in a complementary way with the socket, so as to reversibly couple the first element with the second element; the second element comprises a groove, formed on its top surface, in which a sliding slider is housed, the first element comprises a recess, in a position adjacent to the socket, delimited by its top surface, so that, when the head is inserted in the socket, the slider remains in contact with the top surface of the first element at the recess, preventing the head from disengaging the socket and the second element from separating from the first element.

Abstract: A jewelry ring, such as a jewelry finger ring which is worn in particular on the finger, has a metal base body, which forms a fitting receptacle, and a radio-frequency identification (i.e., “RFID”) transponder in which readable data are stored and which has an antenna structure via which signals can be transmitted to a reading device. It is provided here that the RFID transponder is arranged on the inner side of the metal base body.

Abstract: A wearable jewelry includes a base member having a receiving chamber provided in a top portion thereof, a precious ornament and a rotation mechanism. The precious ornament element is provided with a mounting arrangement underneath, wherein the mounting arrangement is eccentrically provided with respect to the mass and shape of the ornament element. The rotatable mechanism includes a rotor body configured to be sited in the receiving chamber of the base member, a bearing device provided in the rotor body, and a rotor element rotatably mounted on the rotor body through the bearing device. The rotor element is affixed with the mounting arrangement of the ornament element so as to elevate and eccentrically mount the ornament element on top of the base member such that the ornament element is able to freely and smoothly rotate above the base member for any tangent force applied to the ornament element.

Abstract: An umbrella with an adjustable canopy comprises a canopy adjustment device having a transverse rod connector, an upper clutch gear, a lower clutch gear and a handle; and a transverse rod rotation device disposed on the middle of a transverse rod; the front end of a tilted rod is rotatably connected to the transverse rod rotation device; the bottom end of the transverse rod is rotatably connected to a sliding block through the canopy adjustment device. The upper clutch gear is fixedly connected to the transverse rod; the bottom end of the transverse rod connector is rotatably connected to the sliding block; one end of the handle is rotatably connected to the periphery the upper clutch gear which is against the upper surface of the lower clutch gear. The invention has the advantages of simple and reasonable structure, convenient operation, stable and reliable positioning, and can realize the canopy adjustment only by operating the handle.

Abstract: An umbrella system is provided, including an elongated handle having an upper section, a canopy section disposed at the upper section of the handle, and a canopy operating mechanism connected the handle to the canopy section and configured to switch the umbrella system between an open mode and a closed mode. The canopy section includes an edge section formed with a plurality of blades, each of the plurality of blades being disposed to side-contact or partially overlap adjacent blades of the plurality of blades. The blades come into close contact with the adjacent blades to form an enclosure to seal the interior cavity such that raindrops, snowflakes, water, or other moisture on upper surfaces of the canopy section is sealed within the interior cavity to inhibit the raindrops, snowflakes, water, or other moisture from leaking out of the interior cavity, when the umbrella is in the closed mode.