Abstract: A portable vaporizing device and/or cartridge comprises a product chamber capable of holding a vaporizable product therein, and a porous valve element configured to be heated to flow the vaporizable product therethrough and generate vapor from the vaporizable product, and optionally including a heat transfer element to heat the vaporizable product as it flows through the product chamber towards the porous valve element.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device for generating an aerosol from an aerosol-forming substrate is provided, the device including: a device housing defining a chamber configured to receive the substrate; an airflow channel extending from an air inlet in the device housing and through, or in fluid communication with, the chamber; and a puff sensor assembly including a heat transfer element and a temperature sensor in contact with the heat transfer element, a first portion of the airflow channel being at least partially defined by an airflow channel wall and a second portion of the airflow channel being at least partially defined by the heat transfer element, the second portion being adjacent to the first portion and outside of the chamber, and at least one of thermal conductivity or thermal diffusivity of the heat transfer element being greater than a respective thermal conductivity or thermal diffusivity of the airflow channel wall.

Abstract: There is provided a holder (300) for an inhaler article (200), the holder (300) comprising an inhalation volume estimator (350) and an air flow passage (322). The inhalation volume estimator (350) comprises a turbine (352) and an indicator coupled to the turbine (352) for indicating inhalation volume information relating to a volume of an air flow through the air flow passage (322). In use, the turbine (352) is configured to rotate in response to air flow through the air flow passage (322) and alter the inhalation volume information indicated by the indicator. An inhalation system (100) comprising the holder (300) is also provided.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system for generating an aerosol for user inhalation from aerosol-generating material using an aerosol generator, wherein the aerosol provision system includes a controller and an indicator, and the controller is configured to: determine, after an end of a usage session, that a temperature of the aerosol provision system is below a predefined threshold temperature; and control the indicator, in response to determining the temperature of the aerosol provision system is below the predefined threshold temperature, to indicate the temperature of the aerosol provision system is below the predefined threshold temperature.

Abstract: A power supply unit of an aerosol generating device, includes: a power supply; a positive electrode-side discharge terminal and a negative electrode-side discharge terminal to which a load configured to generate aerosol from an aerosol source by consuming electric power supplied from the power supply or a coil configured to transmit electric power to the load by electromagnetic induction is connected; and a circuit substrate including a first surface on which the positive electrode-side discharge terminal is mounted and a second surface which is a back surface of the first surface and on which the negative electrode-side discharge terminal is mounted.

Abstract: A power supply unit of an aerosol generating device includes: a power supply; a connector to which a load configured to generate aerosol from an aerosol source by consuming electric power supplied from the power supply, or a coil configured to transmit electric power to the load by electromagnetic induction is connected; a voltage converter that has an input terminal connected to the power supply and an output terminal connected to the connector; a first capacitor and a second capacitor connected between the output terminal of the voltage converter and the connector; and a circuit substrate on which the voltage converter, the first capacitor, and the second capacitor are mounted. The first capacitor and the second capacitor are not arranged in a line in a length direction or a width direction of the circuit substrate.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the present disclosure includes an aerosol-generating module including at least one heater configured to heat an aerosol-generating substance, a battery configured to supply electric power to the heater, a sensor module including at least one sensor configured to sense inhalation by a user, a memory, and a controller configured to control the electric power supplied to the heater. The controller determines an inhalation pattern associated with inhalation by the user based on a signal received from the sensor module, determines a temperature profile corresponding to the inhalation pattern based on the determined inhalation pattern when the determined inhalation pattern differs from a previous inhalation pattern, and controls the electric power supplied to the heater based on the temperature profile corresponding to the inhalation pattern.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system is provided, the aerosol provision system including a chamber for receiving at least part of a consumable through an aperture of the chamber. A visual indicator for providing user feedback is arranged around the aperture.

Abstract: Provided is a technology capable of suppressing the occurrence of scorching in an electrical load of an atomization unit of a suction tool. A method for manufacturing an atomization unit of a suction tool having a liquid storage section and an electrical load comprises: an extraction step (S10) in which a tobacco material subjected to an alkali treatment is heated to extract a flavor component from the tobacco material; a molding step (S20) in which a tobacco residue, which is the tobacco material after being extracted in the extraction step, is cleaned by means of an acidic cleaning liquid having a pH of 7.0 or less to reduce the pH of the tobacco residue to less than 8.0, and the tobacco residue after the cleaning is solidified to mold into a predetermined shape, thereby producing a molded body; and an assembly step (S40) in which an aerosol liquid and the molded body produced in the molding step are stored in the liquid storage section.

Abstract: Disclosed is a modular elastic support device including a base unit and at least one modular unit used for enhancing performance during weight training, or resistance training. The base unit and the modular unit include a substantially rectangular shaped chest band, and two arm cuffs at either end of the chest band. The modular unit is stacked over the base unit, or over preceding modular units. A user can add any number of modular units as desired to enhance performance. The modular design of the device allows for device formation, without the need to sew successive units together or without the use of fasteners. An optional power shirt may be used along with the device to further enhance the user's performance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel padded shapewear garment device. The device comprises a pair of padded pants. The pants are preferably relaxed-fit pants made from a flexible fabric material. The device comprises contoured padding built into the lining of the pants. Typically, the padding is positioned on the buttocks and hip areas of the pants. The padding also offers shaping or shapewear benefits to the user and may encircle the entire hip area. Further, one embodiment of the device comprises a pair of padded pants with side pockets.

Abstract: A unitary nursing garment is provided that includes an exterior garment and an integral bra integral with the exterior garment. The exterior garment may include a first portion, a second portion, and an overlapping area, wherein the first portion is configured to cover a chest portion of a user, the second portion is configured to cover a torso portion of a user, and the overlapping area is created by the first portion and second portion. The integral bra may include a first breast panel, a second breast panel, a first shoulder support, a second shoulder support, a back panel, and a support band. The integral bra may provide support from multiple directions, including at least upper and lower support.

Abstract: A garment hood has flip-up brim that shields and re-directs rain and moisture. The brim is above and distanced from the hood face opening and serves as an eave to redirect the water. Water flows behind the raised brim to a gutter at the connection of the brim to the hood, and then flows to the right and left away from the face opening. Water flows forward and off the front edge of the lowered brim, and also off the right and left eave ends that are farther to the right and left than the right and left extremities of the face opening. The garment may also include an adjustable cuff with an opening larger in diameter than the lower sleeve so that a narrow region is formed between the cuff and the lower sleeve so that minimal or no sleeve forearm fabric folds during cuff closure.

Abstract: Motorcycle riders may be exposed to cold weather. Herein, an electrical heating system in a garment is inductively powered from the motorcycle. Primary induction coils may be in the handlebar grips, tank area or other areas of the motorcycle. Garments may have a battery that is recharged inductively and powers heating elements in the garment. Rider accessories may also be wirelessly powered or charged. Rider comfort and convenience may contribute to improved rider response and safety.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an intelligent control system and method for a doll clothing cooling device, the system including an information acquisition system, an image acquisition system, a computer vision system, and a central control system. The information acquisition system acquires environmental parameters and human physiological parameters in the mannequin garment. The image acquisition system acquires a video image of a human face and transmits it to the computer vision system to calculate a human head temperature. The central control system predicts the human thermal sensation data based on the acquired environmental and physiological parameters. The opening degree of the cooling device of the mannequin garment is automatically adjusted according to the human body heat sensation data and the voice instructions of the wearer of the mannequin garment. The invention solves the problem of dynamically improving the thermal comfort of the wearer of the mannequin costume in real time.

Abstract: Headgear includes a body having an interior fabric panel defining an inwardly facing interior surface and an exterior fabric panel defining an outwardly facing exterior surface. Opposite ends of the exterior fabric panel are located in a rear region of the headgear and opposite ends of the interior fabric panel overlapping to an extent are located in a front region of the headgear. The interior and exterior panels are secured together such that the body surrounds a head-receiving area and is configured for donning on a person's head. A grommet is attached to the body and defines an opening extending through the exterior fabric panel into a space located between the exterior fabric panel and the interior fabric panel. The overlapping ends of the interior fabric panel define a passage accommodating the passing of a light apparatus therethrough for frictional fit in the grommet. Preferably, the body defines a headband.

Abstract: A safety garment includes a fluorescent material that forms at least a torso of the safety garment; a first design on the fluorescent material; a first reflective material band that at least partially overlays the first design, the first reflective material band encircles the torso; a second reflective material band that extends from the first reflective material band on a front of the safety garment to the first reflective material band on a back of the safety garment, wherein the second reflective material band extends over a first shoulder of the safety garment; and a third reflective material band that extends from the first reflective material band on the front of the safety garment to the first reflective material band on the back of the safety garment, wherein the third reflective material band extends over a second shoulder of the safety garment.

Abstract: A convertible garment may be converted between a top configuration for covering the torso of a person and bottom configuration for covering the lower half of the person, and vice-versa. The garment has in the top configuration a removable front panel having a right side having a first elongate fastener half extending along the right side and a left side having a second elongate fastener half extending along the left side. Preferably, the bottom configuration has a front portion, a back portion, a right side having a third elongate fastener and a left side having a fourth elongate fastener. The front and the back portions of the bottom configuration form the back of the top configuration when the third and fourth fasteners are at least partially undone. Methods of converting between the two configurations are also disclosed.

Abstract: A hand protection device for preventing bee stings includes a glove for positioning on a person's hand. The glove comprises bottom and top sections, which are positioned, upon donning of the glove, over a palm and a back of the hand, respectively, and over lower and upper portions of each finger, respectively. The top section comprises a medial layer positioned between an inner layer and an outer layer wherein the inner and outer layers comprise different materials. The inner layer is resiliently stretchable so that the inner layer and the bottom section conform to contours of the hand and frictionally engage the glove to the hand. The outer layer prevents a bee from contacting the medial layer and the medial layer prevents the bee's stinger from reaching the inner layer.

Abstract: A garment configured to be worn by a wearer is disclosed. The garment may include a body comprising a front surface and a back surface attached to each other by a plurality of non-openable seams. The garment may further include a first openable seam extending from a body top portion to a body bottom portion. The first openable seam may be disposed on a front surface center portion. The garment may further include a second openable seam extending along a portion of a body left side, and a third openable seam extending along a portion of a body right side. The garment may additionally include a first fastener configured to hold the first openable seam in a closed position, a second fastener configured to hold the second openable seam in a closed position, and a third fastener configured to hold the third openable seam in a closed position.

Abstract: The Carbon Fleur invention introduces a pioneering approach to floral arrangements, presenting everlasting roses meticulously crafted from forged carbon fiber. This fusion of traditional floral artistry with advanced materials results in a unique product that combines the timeless beauty of roses with exceptional strength and durability. The manufacturing process involves precise engineering and artistic craftsmanship, allowing for customization in color, size, and arrangement. Carbon Fleur roses not only eliminate the need for frequent replacements with their enduring qualities but also contribute to sustainability by reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional cut flowers. This innovation represents a harmonious blend of craftsmanship and technology, offering consumers a lasting, customizable, and eco-conscious alternative to conventional floral arrangements.

Abstract: A hair piece for a human wearer, the hair piece comprising a base member; the base member being tubular in shape with a top opening, a bottom end and a hollow interior volume; the base member further comprising wig hair secured thereto to provide the hair piece; and a securing member, the securing member attached to the base member proximate to the top opening. The base member is operative to receive a portion of the wearer's hair in the hollow interior volume, with the securing member is at least partially secured to the wearer's hair. The hair piece, when secured, presents a ponytail style wig for the wearer.

Abstract: A spreading method using a spreading machine, includes generating spreading plan information through a dedicated input program for spreading; transmitting the spreading plan information to the spreading machine; and allowing the spreading machine to perform the spreading according to the spreading plan information. The spreading plan information includes numbering information. A numbering spreading system includes a computer in which a dedicated input program for spreading is installed to generate spreading plan information; and a spreading machine for receiving the spreading plan information from the computer to perform spreading according to the spreading plan information. The spreading plan information includes numbering information.

Abstract: An illustrative hat apparatus includes a bill with a top bill face and a back bill edge attached to crown with a crown edge. The back bill edge is attached to the crown edge and to form a border. A pincushion rope with a first rope end and a second rope end is placed on the top bill face and the first rope end and the second rope end are attached to the crown near the bill. Another illustrative hat apparatus includes a bill with a top bill face and a back bill edge where the back bill edge is attached to the crown edge to form a border. A pincushion rope is placed on the top bill face forming a ring around the border.

Abstract: Embodiments of the innovation relate to an impact protection device, comprising: a first shell configured to be disposed on a body portion of a user; a second shell spaced at a distance from the first shell; an elastomeric member spanning the distance between the first shell and the second shell; and an elastomer attachment system configured to secure the elastomeric member between the first shell and the second shell. The elastomer attachment system comprises: a first elastomer attachment mechanism coupled to the first shell, a first portion of the elastomeric member disposed between the first elastomer attachment mechanism and an outer wall of the first shell, and a second elastomer attachment mechanism coupled to the second shell, a second portion of elastomeric member disposed between the second elastomer attachment mechanism and an inner wall of the second shell.

Abstract: Stitching is applied to a shoe or shoe component and then printed. The stitching may be formed from a continuous thread. After printing, a portion of the continuous thread may have a different color or appearance from other portion(s) of the continuous thread.

Abstract: A shoe cover includes a shoe cover upper and a shoe cover sole formed by a fabric, a shoe cover opening is formed at a top of the shoe cover upper, the shoe cover opening is engaged with an elastic cord, the shoe cover sole includes a center line L, the shoe cover include two elastic cords engaged in the shoe cover sole to create a folding shape and a wrinkle area and to increase a slip resistance, and the two elastic cords are engaged and located at two sides of the center line L.

Abstract: A shoe cover includes a shoe cover upper and a shoe cover sole formed by a fabric, a shoe cover opening is formed at a top of the shoe cover upper, the shoe cover opening is engaged with an elastic cord, the shoe cover sole includes a center line L, the shoe cover include two elastic cords engaged in the shoe cover sole to create a folding shape and a wrinkle area and to increase a slip resistance, and the two elastic cords are engaged and located at two sides of the center line L to keep the shoe cover in place at the bottom of the wearer's shoes.

Abstract: A footwear covering device for covering and insulating a front segment of an article of footwear includes a sleeve into which is insertable so that the sleeve substantially surrounds the front segment. The sleeve thus insulates a front portion of a foot that is positioned in the article of footwear. A fastener is attached to the sleeve proximate to the first end and selectively attaches to the article of footwear so that the sleeve is removably attached to the article of footwear.

Abstract: A golf shoe comprising an upper; a midsole; and an outsole, wherein the outsole comprises (i) a first set of traction elements arranged along a first curved pathway, (ii) a second set of traction elements arranged along a second curved pathway having a different curvature than the first curved pathway, and (iii) a third set of traction elements, wherein both the first and second sets of traction elements comprise a plurality of non-contiguous triangular-shaped traction elements positioned in a forefoot and/or midfoot region of the outsole, wherein the first and second sets of traction elements are oriented in different circumferential directions around a common center point, wherein the third set of traction elements has a different shape, profile, or spatial configuration than the first or second sets of traction elements, and wherein the third set of traction elements is positioned in the midfoot and/or rearfoot region(s) of the outsole.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sole for a running shoe, comprising a sole tip (4), a heel edge (5) and a midsole (1) having a base surface delimiting the midsole against the vertical direction (V) of the midsole and a top surface (2) delimiting the midsole in the vertical direction (V), wherein the midsole (1) has a heel region (FB), a midfoot region (MFB) and a forefoot region (VFB) and wherein the midsole (1) has an elastic plate (6), wherein the elastic plate (6) extends at least from the forefoot region (VFB) into the midfoot region (MFB), and wherein the elastic plate (6) in the forefoot region (VFB) and/or in the midfoot region (MFB) has a first curvature (61) with a vertex (S-61) curved along the longitudinal direction (L) of the midsole (1) in the direction of the top surface (2) of the midsole (1), wherein the elastic plate (6) is formed in such a way that the first curvature (61) is elastically bent in the direction of the base surface (3) by the forces acting during treading and/or rolling movement, and the first

Abstract: A sole for a footwear article is provided. In one example, the sole may have a bottom profile with a complex curve, the complex curve formed of a first curve at a heel region of the sole to provide a target landing angle of the sole, and a second curve at a ball region of the sole to provide a target exit angle of the sole. Each of the first curve and the second curve are a constant curve.

Abstract: A motion-assist shoe having a force translator with a dynamic portion comprised of a resiliently deformable material and configured to bias a rearward portion of a sole portion of the shoe upward relative to a forward portion of the sole portion.

Abstract: A rapid-entry shoe with a sole portion and a footbed that slide, pivot or translate relative to each other to provide both an open configuration (for ease of donning or doffing by a foot) and a closed configuration (for securement of a foot).

Abstract: A footwear system includes an upper including a rear assembly including a portal member removably coupled to the footwear upper; and an electric motor coupled with the portal member to move the portal member between a first position that allows rear access to an interior of the footwear system and a second position that of disallows rear access to the interior of the footwear system. Other aspects are described in the claims, drawings, and text forming a part of the present disclosure.

Abstract: A sole includes: a sole body; an elastic portion disposed adjacent to the sole body; a surrounding member that surrounds the elastic portion, and a pressing member. Tensile rigidity of the surrounding member in a thickness direction is higher than compression rigidity of the elastic portion in the thickness direction and higher than compression rigidity of the surrounding member in the thickness direction. An uncompressed thickness of the elastic portion in an uncompressed state is larger than an initial thickness of the surrounding member in an initial state. A reference thickness of the elastic portion and the surrounding member in an unloaded state is smaller than the uncompressed thickness of the elastic portion and larger than the initial thickness of the surrounding member.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear includes a midsole having a top surface, a bottom surface opposite the top surface, and a peripheral surface extending between the top surface and the bottom surface. The bottom surface includes a recess defining a first opening in the peripheral surface. The sole structure for an article of footwear also includes an insert disposed within the recess and including a first material having a first gloss unit value and a second material disposed on an outer surface of the first material and having a second gloss unit value. The second material is at least partially disposed within the first opening.

Abstract: A shoe insole includes an insole body for the stepping of the sole of one human foot. The insole body includes an upper insole layer having a top surface and an opposing bottom surface, a lower insole layer and a bulge. The upper insole layer is cold pressed to form bulges on the upper insole layer corresponding to different areas of the structure of the human foot. Then, the lower insole layer is bonded to the bottom surface of the upper insole layer, and then, perform cold pressing forming. Each bulge has a first convex surface and a first concave surface. The top surface of the upper insole layer integrally raised to form a first convex surface. The bottom surface of the upper insole layer integrally dented corresponding to the first convex surface to form a first concave surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a toe cap (10) and such a toe cap itself. The toe cap comprises at least one end wall (12) extending in an arch shape and a cover wall (14) extending therefrom that covers the toes on the upper side, wherein the cover wall and the end wall have a base wall thickness G and areas separated from sections of the walls, such as webs in the walls, have a thickness D with 0?D<W, wherein the difference between the volume of the toe cap with areas filled to the base wall thickness W and the volume of the toe cap with the areas of lesser thickness is 5% to 35%, and/or the difference between the area of the toe cap with filled areas and the outer surface of the toe cap without the areas is 20% to 60%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clothing string clip that attaches to clothing strings. A user pivots the rotatable hub, opening the front plate with respect to the back plate. The open position exposes a portion of the interior region including the contoured clothing string recessed channels. The user inserts a clothing string across the contoured clothing string recessed channels and into the clothing string channel. The user releases the top plate. The spring pivots the rotatable hub, aligning the top and back plates closed. In the closed position, the clothing string clip constricts and grips the clothing string within the contoured clothing string recessed channels and the clothing string channel, abating slipping of the clothing string clip along the clothing string during use, such as wearing, by the user. The user can press the front and back plates together to release the interlocked front and back tabs before opening.

Abstract: In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to providing personalized footwear and/or generating personalized footwear recommendations. In some embodiments, systems and methods for providing personalized footwear may include or employ one or more of a foot shape module, a pathology module, a gait and biomechanics module, and a context module. The foot shape, pathology, gait, biomechanics, and context modules may acquire and analyze data related to foot shape, pathologies, gait, biomechanics, demographics, lifestyle, location, and/or product preferences associated with a user to determine one or more personal attributes associated with the user. In addition, the systems and methods provided herein may include or employ a footwear module to collect and analyze data related to construction, materials, material properties, category, style, and/or aesthetics of footwear products to determine footwear attributes associated with the products.

Abstract: A method for attaching an adhesive to a shoe sole which has a top surface includes the steps of: (A) capturing a shape of the top surface of the shoe sole and generating a preset pattern using a sampling device, the preset pattern having a contour corresponding to the shape of the top surface and an area similar to that of the top surface; (B) preparing a mold according to the preset pattern; (C) coating the adhesive on the mold and allowing the adhesive to stand for a while; (D) cooling the mold to a degumming temperature; (E) pressing the mold against the shoe sole with a surface thereof having the adhesive facing the top surface so as to attach the adhesive thereto; and (F) moving the mold away from the shoe sole to separate the mold from the adhesive.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an article of footwear defining a forefoot region, a midfoot region, and a heel region includes providing a sole structure and an upper. The method further includes coupling the sole structure to the upper at least in part by winding a first continuous thread around the sole structure and the upper in a first direction in the midfoot region and the forefoot region, winding the first continuous thread around the sole structure and the upper in a second direction in the heel region, and receiving the first continuous thread within a channel of a plurality of channels that are defined by a sole surface of the sole structure. Winding the first continuous thread around the sole structure and the upper is, at least in part, configured to couple the sole structure to the upper. The first direction is different than the second direction.

Abstract: A fastener shield can include a body defining a seat that is designed to receive at least a portion of a pin fastener in a seated position. The seated position can include the body shielding at least one moveable part of the pin fastener while allowing actuation of the at least one moveable part to transition the pin fastener between a fastening configuration and a releasing configuration. The fastener shield can also include a catch that is designed to engage the pin fastener and hold the at least a portion of the pin fastener in the seat. An apparatus can include the fastener shield. Also, a technique can include securing a pin fastener to a shank of a pin, with a fastener shield shielding at a moveable part of the fastener shield while securing the pin fastener to the shank of the pin.

Abstract: The fastening device for the air cylinder includes a belt having a first end portion and a second end portion, a coupling ring attached to the first end portion of the belt, and a buckle to which the second end portion of the belt is attached. The buckle includes locking grooves in which locking portions of the coupling ring are releasably locked. The locking grooves include openings that gradually widen toward a rear face side. The front face of the buckle includes bent portions that are brought into contact with an outer circumferential face of the air cylinder when coupling between the belt and the coupling ring is released.

Abstract: A fastening system for an object (e.g., a wearable such as footwear) is disclosed that includes a buckle assembly and a strap for adjusting tension. The buckle assembly includes a base and a slider engaged with the base. The strap includes an array of teeth to engage with a pawl formed on the base. The fastening system is configurable between an engaged condition and a released condition based on the positioning of the slider relative to the base.

Abstract: A lace tensioning device includes a housing component having an interior region, a first aperture, and a second aperture, and a spool component that is rotatably positionable within the interior region of the housing component. The spool component has a central cylindrical member and a lumen that extends through the central cylindrical portion. The spool component is rotatable within the interior region of the housing component to align one end of the lumen with the first aperture and to align an opposite end of the lumen with the second aperture to enable a lace to be inserted through the first aperture, the lumen, and the second aperture so that opposing ends of the lace are positioned exterior to the housing component. A knot may then be tied in the lace and the lace retracted to couple the lace with the housing component and spool component.

Abstract: A strap buckle has a base. The base has a bottom plate and two side plates each having one end formed with a pivot hole. The base has a retaining portion spaced from the bottom plate. An opening is defined between the bottom plate and the retaining portion. A swinging member has a pivot portion pivotally connected to the pivot hole. Two opposite sides of the pivot portion have two perforations, respectively. Two transverse rods pass through the perforations and are arranged in parallel. The swinging member is pivoted relative to the base to drive the two transverse rods to rotate together. A pressing assembly has a pressing member and an elastic member. The pressing member is disposed between the two side plates of the base. A first strap is inserted between the bottom plate and the pressing member and wound around the two transverse rods.

Abstract: The Belt Ratcheting Device with Hidden Blade-IV (HB-IV) facilitates unidirectional belt fastening and fast release. The HB-IV includes a turning gate rotatably installed diagonally in a channel. The turning gate has been installed with a hidden blade which controls the belt's translation by engaging the lower belt surface to avoid visible scratches. The turning gate is connected to a lever. The HB-IV has two states: “active” and “inactive”. In the active state the device works as a belt ratchet by allowing the belt to be pulled forwards while restricting any belt motion backwards. In the inactive state the belt's motion is facilitated in both directions. The HB-IV states are manually controlled by the lever. After fastening, the belt remains fastened until released. The HB-IV can be adapted to any kind of smooth leather, cloth or synthetic belts. The blade's hidden position and smooth channel's surfaces minimize belt's wear and scratches.

Abstract: A buckle includes a fixed base attachment member including a body base that has an object mounting surface, and a connection section that extends upward from the body base. A first cinch member includes a first end connected to the connection section of the fixed base attachment member, and a second end including a protrusion extending therefrom. A second cinch member includes a first end connected to the protrusion at the second end of the first cinch member, and a free end opposite the first end of the second cinch member. An adjustable attachment member is connected, at a portion between opposing ends thereof, to the first cinch member, and has an object attachment member at a first end of the opposing ends. The object attachment member is configured to attach to an object on which the object mounting surface rests when implemented on the object.