Abstract: A display system for an article of footwear includes a display device, a control module, and a power source. The display device includes an optoelectronic display. The control module is configured to communicate with the display device. The power source is embedded within a plate of the article of footwear. The plate includes carbon fiber and conductive filaments embedded within a substrate.

Abstract: A golf shoe with an upper and a sole assembly connected to the upper. The sole assembly includes a midsole and an outsole. At least one of the midsole or outsole comprises (i) a foamed material and (ii) a structure integrated with or embedded in the foamed material. The structure comprises a different material than the foamed material. The structure comprises a spineless structure with one or more members extending between a medial side and a lateral side of the midsole or the outsole to enhance a lateral support and a torsional strength or stiffness of the midsole or outsole. The structure has a shape or profile that is different than a shape or profile of a bottom of a subject's foot.

Abstract: A rapid-entry shoe having a sole portion and a rebounding portion being comprised of the same material and being a unified structure. The rapid-entry shoe has a collapsed configuration in which a perimeter of the topline is expanded and an uncollapsed configuration in which the perimeter of the topline is unexpanded, and the rapid-entry shoe is biased by the rebounding portion toward the uncollapsed configuration.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear includes a transition region between two sole structure layers. The transition region includes a curved portion having a geometry defined by a portion of an ellipse. A plate which includes the curved portion can be provided between the two sole structure layers. The sole structure enhances the roll acceleration of the article of footwear during use.

Abstract: Footwear with a modular sole assembly having an insole portion connected to an upper. The insole portion can have a compressible lattice with interconnected laths to provide support for the wearer's foot. A midsole portion is connected to the insole portion and has a midsole perimeter portion that interfaces with the insole perimeter portion. The midsole portion is modularly affixed to the insole portion. An outsole portion is connected to the midsole portion. First locking features are integrally formed along the lower perimeter portion of the upper or along the insole perimeter portion. Second locking features are integrally formed along the midsole portion and configured to releasably mate with the first locking features and fixedly hold the midsole portion together with the insole portion and the upper without use of cement bonding or other adhesive material.

Abstract: A golf shoe with an upper and a sole assembly connected to the upper. The sole assembly may include a midsole and an outsole. In some cases, a custom insert may be integrated with or embedded in the sole assembly. In some cases, the custom insert may include an elastic member configured as a spring element.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear having a first support element, the first support element including a first set of recesses; a second support element, the second support element including a second set of recesses, and wherein the second support element includes an opening extending therethrough; a coupling portion, the coupling portion including a third set of recesses, and wherein the coupling portion is disposed within the opening of the second support element; a cushioning element disposed between the first support element and the second support element, the cushioning element including a plurality of tubes, wherein the first set of recesses, the second set of recesses, and the third set of recesses form a continuous receiving area, and wherein the cushioning element is disposed within the continuous receiving area.

Abstract: An article of footwear having a heel region with a posterior end of the article of footwear, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region with an anterior end of the article of footwear. The article of footwear also having a lateral side, and a medial side opposite the lateral side; an upper; a sole structure, the sole structure coupled to the upper, and wherein the sole structure has; a midsole having a first cushioning element extending from the posterior end to the anterior end. The article of footwear also having a heel clip disposed adjacent to the first cushioning element in the heel region.

Abstract: An article of footwear comprising an upper and a sole structure coupled to the upper. The sole structure includes a cushioning element, comprising a plurality of tubes, wherein adjacent tubes are connected to one another by a respective web area, disposed between a first support element and a second support element, wherein one or more of the respective web areas is exposed to the external environment.

Abstract: An article of footwear with a heel region including a posterior end of the article of footwear, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region including an anterior end of the article of footwear; a lateral side, and a medial side opposite the lateral side; an upper; and a sole structure coupled to the upper. The sole structure has a midsole with a first cushioning element extending from the posterior end to the anterior end; a second cushioning element extending from the mid-foot region to the posterior end, the second cushioning element being formed of a different material than the first cushioning element; and a shell with a plurality of circumferentially-spaced apart protrusions, wherein each of the plurality of protrusions is directly coupled to the second cushioning element.

Abstract: An article of footwear having a heel region with a posterior end of the article of footwear, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region with an anterior end of the article of footwear; a lateral side, and a medial side opposite the lateral side; an upper; a sole structure, the sole structure coupled to the upper, and wherein the sole structure has; a cushioning element disposed in the heel region, the cushioning element having a first tube and a second tube, wherein each of the first tube and the second tube extend from the lateral side of the article of footwear to the medial side of the article of footwear, wherein the first tube includes a contained fluid volume at a first pressure, and the second tube includes a contained fluid volume at a second pressure, wherein the first pressure and the second pressure are equal to one another.

Abstract: An article of footwear having a heel region including a posterior end, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region including an anterior end. The article of footwear having a lateral side, and a medial side opposite the lateral side; an upper; and a sole structure coupled to the upper. The sole structure has a first cushioning element, having a plurality of first tubes and a plurality of first web areas. Adjacent first tubes are connected to one another by a respective first web area of the plurality of first web areas. The sole structure also having a second cushioning element, having a plurality of second tubes and a plurality of second web areas. Adjacent second tubes are connected to one another by a respective web area of the second plurality of web areas.

Abstract: An article of footwear having a heel region including a posterior end, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region including an anterior end. The article of footwear having an upper extending from the heel region to the forefoot region and a sole structure coupled to the upper. The sole structure further has a first cushioning element having a first tube, a second tube, a third tube, and a fourth tube, and an outsole layer extending from the posterior end to the anterior end. The outsole layer is configured to directly receive a portion of the first cushioning element, and the outsole layer forms a ground-contacting surface of the article of footwear.

Abstract: Articles of footwear include one or more expandable lugs (e.g., inflatable lugs) to hold at least some footwear component parts together. The expandable lug(s) may be included as part of an impact force-attenuating component (e.g., a fluid-filled bladder) for the article of footwear. The expandable lug(s) extend into receptacle(s) provided in a foot support component in an unexpanded (e.g., deflated or low-pressure) condition. Once within the receptacle(s), the expandable lug(s) are changed to an expanded (e.g., inflated or high-pressure) condition. The expanded lug(s) engage bearing surfaces provided inside the receptacle(s) to prevent the lugs from pulling out of the receptacles. The use of such expandable lugs for securing footwear component parts together may enable easy assembly of footwear components without use of adhesives and/or separate hardware components, which can enhance the recyclability, sustainability, and environmental friendliness of articles of footwear and their production methods.

Abstract: An article of footwear, with an upper; a heel region including a posterior end of the article of footwear, a mid-foot region, a forefoot region including an anterior end of the article of footwear, a medial side, and a lateral side. A sole structure is coupled to the upper, having a midsole having an outer side surface. The midsole has a first cushioning element extending from the posterior end toward the anterior end, with one or more engagement areas. The article of footwear further includes a heel clip extending from a first end on the medial side to a second end on the lateral side, the heel clip including an outer surface, an inner surface, a base extending from a first end to a second end and the base including a bottom surface, and a support, the base and the support forming the outer surface of the heel clip.

Abstract: A fastening system for an article of footwear includes a fastening mechanism, a lace, and a cable. The fastening mechanism includes an upper cover that is rotatably coupled to a chassis. The lace is operably engaged with an upper of the footwear and the fastening mechanism. The cable is attached to the upper cover and rotated relative to the chassis about a rotational axis to adjust the footwear between a loosened configuration and a tightened configuration. The fastening mechanism is tightened by actuating the cable and is loosened by rotating the upper cover counterclockwise.

Abstract: An alternative shoe-lacing device is provided. The device is primarily comprised of a body and at least one pair of arms, each with at least one eyelet fastener, which can be secured to and through the eyelets of a shoe. As a result, the arms are placed in tension such that both sides of the upper of the shoe are pulled together such that the shoe is secured around the foot of the user. The body may be further adorned with a removable decorative element which attaches to the body via reciprocating fasteners.

Abstract: A method of forming a cushioning element. The method including placing a first sheet adjacent to an outer surface of a first mold portion, the first mold portion including a first mold cavity. The method including pressing a portion of the first sheet into the first mold portion and into the first mold cavity with a forming tool, wherein at least a portion of the forming tool is extended into the first mold cavity. The method including applying negative pressure to the first mold cavity to draw the portion of the first sheet into the first mold cavity, and joining a second sheet to the first sheet to form the cushioning element.

Abstract: A keychain holder includes a body having a top end, a bottom end, a front face, and a rear face. The body has a through-opening extending therethrough from the front face to the rear face, such that the through-opening is sized to allow a keychain to be inserted therethrough. The bottom end is threaded to receive a vape battery.

Abstract: A key ring comprises an elastomeric material. Specifically, the key ring comprises an outer coating of an elastomeric material, such as a silicone material such as, for example, polysiloxane, and an inner material of a relatively rigid material, such as metal, or other like material, for forming into a wound ring for holding keys, for example, and remaining in the wound ring formation. Alternatively, the key ring comprises no internal hard material and comprises an elastomeric material or a blend of an elastomeric material, such as silicone, thereby forming the key ring with the silicone material.

Abstract: A closure part, for vulcanization into products which are produced at least in part by vulcanization, includes at least a rear side, a function side and a barrier layer. The rear side is integrally bonded to a rubber material. The function side has individual hook-and-loop elements that are kept free of the rubber material and produce a releasable hook-and-loop closure when engaged with corresponding hook-and-loop elements. The barrier layer is between the rear and the function side. The barrier layer prevents liquid rubber material and/or flowable vulcanization products from entering the function side from the rear side during vulcanization.

Abstract: Disclosed are a wristband and a wrist-worn device. The wristband includes a band body part and a memory metal part provided to the band body part. The band body part has two end portions separable from each other. The memory metal part has a memory state of being ring-shaped in a natural state, so that the band body part naturally maintains a ring shape, and the wristband naturally maintains a wearing state.

Abstract: A wristwatch is provided incorporating one of a plurality of possible case embodiments, such as, without limitation, mechanical and electronic movements, and a novel ratcheting buckle and corresponding strap, whereby the user may incrementally adjust fitment of the watch via a ratcheting mechanism embodied between the ratcheting buckle and strap. In an embodiment, the watch comprises a strap including a first strap portion and a second strap portion. The first strap portion comprises a linear rack and a plurality of teeth embedded in the linear rack. The second strap portion coupled to a buckle wherein the buckle comprises a pawl configured to slideably engage up to each of the plurality of teeth of the linear rack as the first strap portion is inserted through a buckle aperture and translated therethrough.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wrist-worn device, including a device body and a wristband. The wristband includes: a band body including two detachable ends; an installation part provided on the band body; and a memory metal wire in a shape of a long strip extending along a length direction of the band body. The band body is provided with a first installation cavity, the installation part is provided with a second installation cavity communicated with the first installation cavity, and the device body is provided in the second installation cavity; the memory metal wire is provided in the first installation cavity and passes through the second installation cavity; the memory metal wire is configured with a memory state of being annular in a natural state; and the device body is provided with a positioning groove extending along the length direction of the band body.

Abstract: Disclosed are a wristband and a wrist-worn device. The wristband includes a band body part and a memory metal wire. The band body part has two end portions separable from each other. The memory metal wire has a strip shape extending along a length direction of the band body part and provided to the band body part. The memory metal wire has a memory state of being ring-shaped in a natural state, so that the band body part naturally maintains a ring shape, and the wristband naturally maintains a wearing state. A first installation cavity is provided inside the band body part, and the memory metal wire is accommodated and installed in the first installation cavity.

Abstract: A clasp for a watch strap or belt is described, which includes one plug part and one socket part able to be joined together by inserting the plug part into the socket part with latches provided on the plug part corresponding to catches provided on the socket part so that it provides a secure connection, the plug and socket parts being able to be disconnected from each other by applying pressure to releasing protrusions provided on the plug part and the socket part that yield force necessary to overcome friction created by the latches provided on the plug part thus disconnecting the plug part from the socket part. Springs are used to bias the latches into a latched position, which bias may be overcome by applying pressure to the releasing protrusions.

Abstract: An earring or brooch back for receiving a post includes a housing having a bottom shell and a top shell. The bottom shell and the top shell are provided with mutually aligned openings for forming a passage for the post. A first and a second pressing element are positioned between the bottom shell and the top shell, and the first pressing element is provided with a first stop for the post and a first protruding part which protrudes from the housing. The passage lies between the first stop and the first protruding part, and the second pressing element is provided with a second stop for the post and with a second protruding part which protrudes from the housing. The passage lies between the second stop and the second protruding part, and at least one spring is provided for spring-mounting the first and second pressing element.

Abstract: A jewelry item includes an inner ring base, an inner ring arranged on the inner ring base, and a decorative body. A slot is provided on an outer surface of the inner ring base. The inner ring defines a through hole at a position corresponding to the slot. The decorative body includes a mounting column. The mounting column passes through the through hole and is limited in the slot. The decorative body is limited to the inner ring base by a triple limit locking structure, which completely prevents the decorative body and inner ring base from detaching. The limit locking structure is very simple and ingenious. The jewelry item is able to be assembled and disassembled by hands without using tools. Compared with the prior art, the jewelry item is more convenient for a user to assemble, which improves assembly time and efficiency.

Abstract: A miniaturized coupling for jewelry includes a male coupling and a female coupling, each of which is millimeter-sized or sub-millimeter-sized and each of which is attached to or suited to be attached to a respective jewelry component. The male coupling has a locking member configured to be inserted into the female coupling through an opening into an interior of the female coupling. A resiliently-biased, snap connector located in the interior of the female coupling, so constructed that when the locking member is inserted into the female coupling it initially moves and then is retained by the snap connector. An actuating pin in the female coupling is configured to move the snap connector to release the locking member and thereby disengage the male and female couplings from each other. The actuating pin has an outer surface accessible at an outer surface of the female coupling.

Abstract: This method refers to the composition of gemstones for the manufacture of jewelry. The composition of gemstones so far is done by holding them by mechanical manner (folds, notches) within sockets, method that hides part of gemstones, reducing the aesthetic result and that exposes to risks of damage and alterations of the gemstones. The proposed method, develops the composition (7) of the gemstones in the socket-opening (4) that is covered laterally, above and below, by transparent-translucent levels (2), (1) and (3) respectively, which additionally do not hide any part of the basic composition, protect against all kinds of damage and highlight the radiant effect (shine) and appearance. The total composition forms a single entity composed only of gemstones.

Abstract: A cane hanger adapted to stably support a walking cane on a horizontal surface includes a body having a base attachable to a side of a walking cane, a beam projecting away from the base, a leg depending from a distal end of the beam, and a support engagement surface either at a bottom of the leg or located on a foot pivotably attached to a distal end of the leg.

Abstract: An umbrella case configured to hold an umbrella having a rigid shaft with a handle at one end and a spike at the other end, the umbrella case comprising an umbrella holding assembly comprising a generally tubular sheath 106 having an open end and a spike-receiving portion 107 defining a spike-receiving aperture at the other end, and a fastening strap 100 having a first end coupled to an outer surface of the umbrella case, close to the open end of the sheath 106, and having a second, free end configured to be selectively moved to a fastening position in which it is connected to the umbrella case at a generally diametrically opposite location to the first end, the sheath, the spike-receiving portion and the fastening strap when in the fastening position, together, defining the effective length of the umbrella holding assembly, wherein at least one of the sheath, the spike-receiving portion and the fastening strap is selectively longitudinally extendible upon application of a force, in use, thereby to increase t

Abstract: The present invention relates to a part of a luggage system, in particular a shell of a hard-shell case or trolley, comprising a natural fiber material. The present invention further relates to a method for the manufacture and a method for the repair of such a part. A part of a luggage system is provided which comprises a fiber-reinforced material, wherein the fiber-reinforced material comprises a natural fiber material and a matrix material. The natural fiber material comprises at least one set of unidirectional fibers which are embedded in and/or impregnated with the matrix material.

Abstract: Provided is a foldable trolley case including a rear part (1), a foldable part (3) and a front part (2), which collectively form a case body, the rear part (1) is provided with a rod (4), the front part (2) is provided with a first cavity (5); in a folded state, the foldable part (3) is folded by the rear part (1) and the front part (2) and is accommodated in the first cavity (5), a top portion (6) is nested in the first cavity (5), a handle (7) having been retracted of the rod (4) is located within the top portion (6) or on a rear side of the top portion (6), the handle (7) is nested at least partially within the first cavity (5), a top surface of the front part (2) and the handle (7) together form a grab part.

Abstract: The reusable bag includes a casing having an internal accommodation space and an opening that opens to the accommodation space, a reeling member housed in the accommodation space, a bag element housed in the accommodation space and wound around the reeling member, and a locking element configured to a lateral side of the casing. The bag element is selectively reeled out from the reeling member while the reeling member automatically exerts a force to retract the bag element, and a stopping element is configured at a top edge of the bag element that is exposed outside the casing and blocked at the opening. The locking element is engaged when the bag element is pulled out for a desired length to lock the reeling member so that the bag element is not retracted back into the accommodation space by the reeling member.

Abstract: A carry case for an electronics-enabled eyewear device has incorporated therein electronic components for connection to the eyewear device while storing the eyewear device. The case comprises a rigid frame structure defining an openable holding space for the pair of smart glasses, and a compressible shock-resistant protective cover on the frame structure. The exterior of the case may be predominantly defined by the shock resistant protective cover.

Abstract: A lunchbox for storing, transporting and heating solid, paste-like or liquid foodstuffs, particularly foodstuffs ready for consumption. The lunchbox is intended to be easy to handle. The lunchbox has a lid and a housing that can be interconnected. The lunchbox has an electrical heating element, a device for power supply and for controlling the power supply and operating modes, and a sensor arrangement for controlling the temperature of the heating element.

Abstract: An elevator emergency kit device is disclosed that provides the necessary items for a person who is trapped in an elevator to survive. The elevator emergency kit device comprises a body component that is configured in a rectangular, box-like shape that contains a cavity for storing a plurality of emergency items and a lid that secures to the body component. The plurality of emergency items can include, but is not limited to, bottles of water, first aid items, a flashlight, a urine pouch with a screw-type lid, a power bank for charging cell phones, sugar and sugar-free candy, etc. Generally, the body component is secured to a wall of the elevator, either directly or by being inserted into a small, plastic box secured to the elevator wall.

Abstract: A suitcase structure includes a case portion having a case opening and provided with a case-side recess; a cover portion pivotally connected to the case portion to selectively close or open the case opening and provided on a cover-side transitional edge portion and a cover sidewall thereof with a cover-side recess located corresponding to the case-side recess; a latch pivotally connected to the case portion and having an end receivable in the case-side recess and another end receivable in the cover-side recess; and a retainer for retaining the other end of the latch thereto. Therefore, the latch can be located in the case-side and the cover-side recess at the same time to be flush with outer surfaces of the case portion and cover-side transitional edge portion. Therefore, the latch is avoided from colliding with external object and separating from the suitcase structure when the latter is pulled to move around.

Abstract: There is provided a bag having a security system comprising a locking system, an alarm system, and a positioning locator. The security system is configured for a remote operation from a system, computer, or smart phone. The locking system may comprise a voice identification system and/or a finger identification system. The alarm system may comprise a first mode configured for speaking and a second mode configured for using a camera.

Abstract: A hair iron according to one example embodiment includes a first arm and a second arm movable relative to each other between an open position and a closed position. A contact surface is positioned on an exterior of the first arm for contacting hair during use. The hair iron includes a heater having a ceramic substrate and an electrical resistor material thick film printed on a surface of the ceramic substrate. The heater generates heat by applying an electric current to the electrical resistor material. The heater is positioned to supply heat to the contact surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a curling device, which includes a curling component and a handle component, wherein the curling component includes two clamping parts arranged oppositely and a sleeve concentrically sleeved on the clamping parts, wherein the sleeve has a placement groove extending axially, the clamping part comprises a shell with an axial mounting groove, a heating plate component mounted in the mounting groove, and a metal plate fixed to the shell; and wherein two opposite heating plate components provide a perm working surface, and a cooling channel provided between the back surface of the shell and the metal plate is in fluid communication with the handle component, one or more air holes are provided on the metal plate, and the outer peripheral surface of the metal plate has a smooth layer such that a cylindrical and smooth curl cooling surface is formed by two opposite metal plates.

Abstract: A braid training tool includes a head component having multiple strands selected from human hair, synthetic hair, and/or yarn extending from a surface and partitioned into sectors. A method of strengthening dexterity with the tool includes separating the multiple strands in at least one of the sectors into a predetermined number of sections; interweaving the sections according to a predetermined pattern to form a braid having a selected length; and securing the braid.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic device for cleansing the hair, comprising: an ultrasonic transmitter, a handpiece comprising a probe cooperating with a counter-form so as to pinch the lock of hair between a bearing surface of the counter-form and a distal outer surface of the probe. It also relates to the cosmetic method for cleansing the hair that uses said device, preferably with a cleansing composition comprising at least one surfactant.

Abstract: Implementations of a body hair removal pad for defibrillator usage (“defibrillator hair removal pad”) are provided. In some implementations, the defibrillator hair removal pad comprises a base (or base layer) and an adhesive layer. In some implementations, a method for using the defibrillator hair removal pad comprises positioning the adhesive layer on the skin of a heart attack victim and pulling the adhesive layer from the skin of the heart attack victim with the adhesive layer stuck to the body hair on the skin.

Abstract: A shaving system is disclosed comprising a shaving unit (14) and a cleaning device (22), wherein the shaving unit (14) comprises at least one hair-cutting unit having a movable hair-cutting member; the cleaning device (22) comprises a supporting structure for supporting the shaving unit (14), and a receiving space (26) for receiving the shaving unit (14) when the shaving unit (14) is arranged in a cleaning position supported by the supporting structure (24); and the cleaning device (22) comprises a reservoir (32) for containing a cleaning liquid and a fluid pumping unit (38) for transporting the cleaning liquid from the reservoir (32) to the receiving space (26); wherein the shaving unit (14) comprises a driven coupling member (30) which is accessible from an outside of the shaving unit (14) and which is coupled to the movable hair-cutting member such that the movable hair-cutting member is drivable by the driven coupling member (30); the cleaning device (22) comprises a driving coupling member (28) which is

Abstract: A razor cleaning device can include an aerator housing securable to a faucet. The aerator housing can include a pair of slots. A razor cleaning device can include a razor housing configured to receive a razor therein. The razor housing can include a bottom portion defining an opening to receive a head of the razor into the razor housing. The razor housing can include a top portion defining a jet configured to discharge water from the faucet toward the head of the razor when the razor is inserted into the housing. The razor housing can include pair of bosses releasably insertable into the pair of slots of the aerator housing, respectively, to releasably secure the razor housing to the aerator housing and the faucet.

Abstract: A paper lipstick tube with threads, including a lipstick tube body which includes an A lipstick tubing, a B lipstick tubing, a C lipstick tubing, a pin, a D lipstick tubing, an F lipstick tubing, an M lipstick tubing, a K lipstick tubing, a cover tube H, a circular gasket and cream. The B lipstick tubing is rotatably installed inside the F lipstick tubing. The lipstick tube body is a container with a push-pull function made of only paper and a small amount of natural bamboo or wood materials. Through mutual rotation of the F lipstick tubing and the B lipstick tubing, upward and downward shearing forces are applied to the pin spirally through the threaded groove in the B lipstick tubing. At the same time, the pin is also in up-and-down guide openings of the D lipstick tubing, so that the C lipstick tubing can only move up and down.

Abstract: A delivery system of a colored product having a target color including an application device of the colored product, at least two reservoirs each containing a respective base product, a calculation module configured to receive the information concerning the target color and to determine a composition of the colored product from the base products contained in the reservoirs, at least one metering device in fluid communication with the reservoirs, configured to deposit on the application device a dose of each of the base products corresponding to the determined composition, a mixing device configured to mix the doses of base products deposited on the application device. Also, a method for delivering a colored product having a target color via the delivery system. Finally, the use of the system for applications requiring the delivery of a colored product having a target color.

Abstract: The invention discloses a two-way adjustable shock-absorbing backpack, comprising a backpack main body and back pads arranged on one side of the backpack main body, wherein the back pads are provided two, and the two are symmetrically arranged on the backpack main body, a back pad pocket with a top opening is formed between the back pad and the backpack main body, a support fabric bag is sewn into the back pad pocket, and a support rod is inserted into the inside of the support fabric bag, one side of the backpack main body above the support fabric bag is provided with a fixed fabric belt, in the invention, by adjusting the length of the secondary braces on the upper adjustment button, the shock-absorption adjustment of the top of the backpack is realized, by adjusting the lower adjustment button, the shock-absorbing stroke adjustment of the elastic band is realized.