Abstract: Beads may be stitched to a substrate layer and then fused to form structures including foam midsoles, foam pads, and other foam structures. Beads may be embroidered to multiple substrate layers and then folded or stacked together to form a preform used in a mold to form a midsole.

Abstract: A bladder for an article of footwear includes a plate, a first tensile layer disposed adjacent to a first side of the plate, and a second tensile layer disposed on an opposite side of the plate from the first tensile layer, the second tensile layer joined to the first tensile layer through the plate by a plurality of inner bonds. The bladder additionally includes a first barrier layer disposed adjacent to the first tensile layer and joined to the first tensile layer by a plurality of first outer bonds to form a first chamber, one or more of the first outer bonds interposed between adjacent ones of the inner bonds.

Abstract: A footwear sole apparatus which has at least one insert (principal insert and/or heel insert) wherein said insert(s) can be attached to a shoe, that is comprised of a configuration to fit or replace the sole or partial sole of a pair or pairs of footwear.

Abstract: Presented herein is an insole comprised of: a base layer located at the bottom of the insole; an array of holes that pass through the base layer; a distribution layer that is designed to distribute forces across the area of the insole located above the base layer; a foam layer located above the distribution layer; a sensor layer located above the foam layer; and a fabric layer located at the top of insole. The insole comprises height adjustment components configured to be inserted into and locked in place in any one of the holes in the base layer in order to raise or lower the height of the insole at the location of the hole. Output from the sensor layer provides real-time measurements of physical parameters inside a patients shoe that are analyzed in a system that provides advise to the patient or a foot care specialist for manually adjusting the height adjustment components.

Abstract: A rotatable cleat system is disclosed herein. The rotatable cleat system includes a plurality of rotatable members each having a bearing assembly and a cleat. Each of the plurality of rotatable members insert into a recessed aperture within a sole of one or more shoes and allows a wearer of the shoe(s) to comfortably rotate their foot. Particularly, the shoe(s) can be worn by a golfer during play of golf, enabling the golfer to increase their distance and accuracy of drives and limiting injuries to hips and knees by aiding rotation during a swing.

Abstract: A tensioning system for articles of footwear and articles of apparel is disclosed. The tensioning system includes a spool system that can be engaged or disengaged from a driveshaft through the use of a cam device. The motorized tensioning device includes a torque transmitting system that allows for incremental tightening, incremental loosening and full loosening of the tensile element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of zippers, and discloses a zipper assembly, including at least three zipper tapes. Zipper teeth are provided on the sides of the zipper tapes. Each zipper tape includes a first half of the zipper tape and a second half of the zipper tape. Among the at least three zipper tapes, the first half of one zipper tape and the second half of the one zipper tape are respectively arranged corresponding to the second half of another zipper tape adjacent to the one zipper tape and the first half of the rest one zipper tape adjacent to the one zipper tape. Zipper puller and slider are slidably installed on the opposite sides of the zipper teeth on the first half and the second half of each zipper tape. One zipper tape is divided into two halves, and the zipper teeth of two adjacent halves of the zipper tapes are meshed. The zipper pullers and sliders are located in the middle of the zipper tapes when reaching the end points where the zippers are closed.

Abstract: An expandable watch band having storage compartment suitable for comfortably fitting a variety of wrist sizes. The watch band includes a top and bottom portion of an adjustable elastic band that is circumferentially surrounded by an outer tube of bunched fabric along its length. The watch band also includes two fastening clips at the end of the length of the top portion and bottom portion, respectively, suitable for connecting to a watch face. The watch band has an opening aperture at least partially along the length of the fabric tubing that, when opened, forms a cavity between the bunches of fabric tubing and elastic band suitable for storing personal items.

Abstract: A ring-type wearable device is disclosed. The disclosed ring-type wearable device comprises: an outer ring member; an inner ring member separably inserted into the outer ring member; a sensor unit disposed in the outer ring member; and a control unit disposed in the outer ring member so as to be electrically connected to the sensor unit, wherein the sensor unit can maintain constant sensitivity in correspondence to the thickness of the inner ring member.

Abstract: A gemstone includes a crown, a pavilion, and a girdle disposed between the crown and the pavilion. The girdle has a pear-shaped cross-section with a rounded end a tapered end narrower than the rounded end. The surface of the gemstone is generally divided into a number of groups of interlocking facets disposed at a variety of angles. The groups of facets comprising the surface of the crown generally include star facets, upper intermediate crown facets, lower intermediate crown facets, main crown facets, and upper girdle facets. The upper girdle facets generally abut an upper edge of the girdle. The groups of facets comprising the surface of the pavilion include culet-adjacent facets, candle facets, main pavilion facets, and lower girdle facets. The lower girdle facets generally abut a lower edge of the girdle.

Abstract: A decorative, wearable system includes at least one decorative element mechanically and moveably suspended in a liquid by mechanical fixation elements. The liquid shares a substantially similar refraction index as at least one of mechanical fixation elements.

Abstract: A sports equipment surface cleaning safety device is disclosed which serves the purpose of removal of materials, such as snow, ice or mud, from boot soles or other contacting surfaces of sports equipment through motions such as scraping or brushing. The device is intended to be integrated within, or mechanically mounted to a pole, such as a ski pole or trekking pole. It is constructed with materials such as plastics and/or metal, utilizing conventional methods of fabrication such as 3d printing, injection molding, gluing, casting, or machining.

Abstract: An umbrella includes: a pole part having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a pole axis extending through the first end and the second end; an umbrella part at the first end; and a ground engagement structure extending from the second end for engaging a ground. The ground engagement structure includes: a material shifting structure extending radially relative to the pole part; and a material receiving groove adjacent to the material shifting structure.

Abstract: An electrically-operated umbrella comprises a column (1), an upper tray (2), a lower tray (3), a plurality of long rods (4), a plurality of short rods (5), and an electric air pump (6). One end of each short rod (5) is rotatably connected to the lower tray (3), the other end of each short rod (5) is rotatably connected to the middle portion or the upper portion of the corresponding long rod (4); the column (1) comprises an inner tube (11), and an outer tube (12), the outer tube (12) is sleeved around the inner tube (11); a closed air chamber (A) is defined between the bottom of the inner tube (11) and the bottom or the lower portion of the outer tube (12); the upper tray (2) is connected to the top of the inner tube (11), the lower tray (3) is connected to the outer tube (12) and sleeved around the outer tube (12); the electric air pump (6) is disposed inside the inner tube (11). The present invention is simple in structure, easy and quick to operate, free of lots of structural members, and low in cost.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a flexible member coupled to the open-sided shell, and a pull tab coupled to the external surface of the flexible member. The disclosure also includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a flexible member coupled to the open-sided shell, a stretchable band configured to wrap around the open-sided shell and the flexible member, and a radio frequency identification (RFID) protection plate coupled to the open-sided shell. In some embodiments, the RFID protection plate is configured to securably couple at least one personal card between the RFID protection plate and the open-sided shell. The disclosure includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a first protruding portion coupled to the open-sided shell, and a second protruding portion coupled to the open-sided shell.

Abstract: An expandable container. The expandable container includes a front base plate, and a left side panel, an upper left corner panel, a top side panel, an upper right corner panel, a right side panel, a lower right corner panel, a bottom side panel, and a lower left corner panel, all of which are movable relative to the base plate using guide rails. The expandable container also includes a movement mechanism that moves the left, top, right, and bottom side panels outward from the base plate. Movement of the left, top, right, and bottom side panels causes movement of the upper left, upper right, lower right, and lower left corner panels outward from the base plate. Such outward movement increases the inner volume of the expandable container. The expandable container is implemented as an expandable suitcase.

Abstract: A telescopic suitcase and a novel pull rod and suitcase body thereof are provided. The telescopic suitcase includes a novel pull rod and a suitcase body, where the novel pull rod includes suitcase body fixing tubes, suitcase body moving tubes, and telescopic rods; the suitcase body includes an upper suitcase body and a lower suitcase body; a lower end of the upper suitcase body is sleeved outside the lower suitcase body; a capacity of the suitcase is adjusted by changing relative positions of the upper suitcase body and the lower suitcase body; the suitcase body moving tubes each include an upper end fixedly connected to the upper suitcase body and a lower end provided with a first locking element; the suitcase body fixing tubes are fixedly connected to the lower suitcase body; the lower end of the suitcase body moving tube is sheathed inside the suitcase body fixing tube.

Abstract: A shade holder device has a base, a column upon the base offset from the center of the base, and a shade connecting to the column spaced above the base. The shade its own width greater than the base for casting the base into a shadow. The column has a compartment within that receives a smartphone and a door upon the compartment that covers it. The column connects to the base upon a bench having drain holes. The base also has a plate with drain holes spaced around its perimeter and the plate spaced above the bottom of the invention when assembled. The base, the column, and the shade connect in only one way. The present invention receives smartphones that do not fold and of width and height less than that of the compartment.

Abstract: An accessory organizing system for organizing accessories in a plurality of pockets hanging from a clothes hanger includes a clothes hanger and a back wall that can hang from the clothes hanger via a strap. A plurality of pockets is positioned on the back wall for containing personal accessories including jewelry.

Abstract: A one-piece flexible hair curler assembly used for day and night use comprising a collapsible body, elongated extensions at right angles on its distal ends with attached protuberances that hold the assembly securely in place. The flexi hair curler assembly is fabricated of lightweight, moisture and heat resistant, flexible material similar to silicone. To use, the appendages are flexed away from the curler body as the hair is wound around the core. Reaching the desired position, the appendages are released and the protuberances hold the apparatus in place without the aid of additional hair fasteners or clips. The curler molds to the wearer's head and scalp for maximum comfort while remaining secure to facilitate the setting of curls in the hair. Unlike other hair curlers or rollers, the flexible curler system is comfortable, secure and cost effective.

Abstract: The present invention is a hair curler heating system having a base configured as a temperature module, a plurality of male heating sockets disposed on the base, hair curlers configured with a first end having female sockets constructed to mate with male heating sockets and configured with a circular inner core, an outer ceramic coating around a perimeter of said inner core, and a plurality of flocking members about a perimeter of said outer ceramic coating.

Abstract: Devices and methods for treating, reducing and/or eradicating head lice. In one non-limiting embodiment, a device includes a helmet worn by a patient with a means for spacing the helmet apart from the scalp. The helmet is coupled to a means for heating and aerating the scalp. A thermostatic controller is configured to achieve a predetermined temperature and humidity levels of the scalp, such that the propagation of head lice is mitigated.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a method for removing hair from an area of skin by applying a shaving aid composition to the area of skin to be shaved. The shaving aid composition includes water, at least one oil and at least one shear thinning structurant. The area of skin is shaved using a hair removal device comprising a treatment sheet with aperture blades.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cosmetic dropper including: a cap unit including an inner cap coupled to a container main body and an outer cap coupled to the inner cap; and a pumping unit coupled to the cap unit and configured to suction liquid makeup stored in a container body into a pipette member connected to the cap unit or discharge liquid makeup suctioned in the pipette member, wherein the pumping unit includes: an elastic pumping part supported by the inner cap and providing a pumping force for suctioning or discharging the liquid makeup; a fixing coupling part detachably coupled to the inner cap and configured to fix the elastic pumping part to the inner cap; and a pusher having a first side coupled to the elastic pumping part and a second side supported to move up and down by the outer cap and pressing the elastic pumping part.

Abstract: A refillable stick foundation container is disclosed. The refillable stick foundation container includes; an assembly accommodating a stick foundation and having a latching protrusion protruding downward from the lower surface thereof; a rotary tube accommodating the assembly inserted thereinto such that the lower surface of the assembly is seated on the bottom thereof, having an open hole which is formed at the bottom thereof and into which the latching protrusion is inserted, and rotating relative to the assembly such that the stick foundation is upwardly exposed or hidden; and a coupling block laterally slidably inserted into and in close contact with the lower surface of the rotary tube and having a latching portion which is formed on the upper surface thereof and to which the latching protrusion is latched.

Abstract: Disclosed are a brush-type container-integrated eyebrow perm device and a perm method using the same. The eyebrow perm device includes a brush rod provided at a handle, a straight brush bristle unit provided at the brush rod, a curved brush bristle unit provided at the straight brush bristle unit, and a cap member detachably coupled to the handle, wherein the straight brush bristle unit includes a straight bar detachably coupled to the brush rod, a plurality of first straight brush bristles provided at the straight bar, a plurality of second straight brush bristles provided at the straight bar, a plurality of third straight brush bristles provided at the straight bar, a plurality of fourth straight brush bristles provided at the straight bar, and a plurality of fifth straight brush bristles provided at the straight bar, and wherein an imaginary line interconnecting the brush bristles is semi-oval.

Abstract: A receptacle includes a container and a cap, the cap being attachable to the container for closure of the receptacle, and having a passage with an opening. The container has a neck for the passage along a longitudinal axis of the receptacle, and the opening has a non-circular shaped inner contour formed complementary to a non-circular shaped outer contour of the neck. An inner circumferential surface of the passage and an outer circumferential surface of the neck are formed so that a form-fitting engagement is generable by rotating the cap relative to the container around the longitudinal axis, and the inner circumferential surface of the passage and the outer circumferential surface of the neck are formed so that a press-fining engagement in a radial direction is generable by rotating the cap relative to the container around the longitudinal axis after the cap is in form-fining engagement with the neck.

Abstract: A portable storage apparatus that attaches to a chair allows for the storage, organization, charging, and sanitation of grooming equipment. The storage apparatus includes a body defining a central cavity and having an opening to access the central cavity. At least a portion of the body is magnetic. The storage apparatus further includes a handle coupled to the body, a plurality of wheels coupled to the body, a movable lid coupled to the body and configured to cover the opening to the central cavity, a divider within the central cavity, a rechargeable battery attached to or integrated into the body, and a securement feature for securing the storage apparatus to a chair. The storage apparatus may further include a charging port and a sanitizer for respectively charging and sanitizing grooming tools.

Abstract: A carriable device can include a body that includes a first side, a second, opposing side, a first strap mount on the first side, and a second strap mount socket on the second side; and a strap that includes an end attached to the body, an opposing end, and a coupling attached to the opposing end, where the coupling is connectable to the first strap mount and wherein the coupling is connectable to the second strap mount.

Abstract: Devices and methods for providing an integrated belt assembly providing a tie-in point for a safety retention lanyard. In some embodiments, inner and outer belts are provided as coextensive and removably attached. The outer belt has a pass-through window to accommodate a rigger loop of the inner belt. In some embodiments, a method of equipping inner and outer belts is provided.

Abstract: An end piece for a personal hydration system including a mechanism for storing a liquid, the end piece with a mechanism for conveying a liquid, and a selection second mechanism for configuring the end piece in a position chosen from among a closed position in which the liquid conveying mechanism are blocked, a first position in which the liquid passes through the conveying mechanism and a second position in which the conveying mechanism are connected to a docking mechanism connected to a protective mask and in which the liquid passes through the conveying mechanism and the protective mask docking mechanism.

Abstract: Rack assemblies and methods of use. Such a rack assembly includes upper and lower subassemblies, the upper subassembly having an upper rod having an upper end and a lower end and at least one prong extending laterally at the upper end of the upper rod. The lower subassembly is removably connectable to the upper subassembly and includes a lower rod having an upper end and a lower end, multiple stabilizing prongs at the lower end of the lower rod, and at least one beam that laterally extends from the lower rod adjacent the lower end thereof and offsets at least one of the stabilizing prongs from an axis of the lower rod.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to mounting apparatuses, wearable device mounting systems, and methods of using the same.

Abstract: A carrying support assembly for facilitating a user to carry an object without injuring the user's lower back includes a carrying support has a first panel that is insertable between a waist line of a user's pants and the user's torso. The carrying support has a second panel that is oriented at an angle with respect to the first panel such that the second panel defines a carrying surface upon which an object can be positioned when the object is being carried by the user. The first panel retains the second panel in a horizontal orientation when the first panel is nested in the waist line of the user's pants. In this way the second panel reduces strain on the user's lower back when the user is carrying the object.

Abstract: A honing brush is provided comprising a brush hub having a face wherein the face has at least one or a plurality of two or more outwardly projecting bristles having a length that is from about 15 millimeters to about 25 millimeters, a grit size of about or greater than 240 grit to about 800 grit, a diameter of from about 0.2 millimeter to about 0.8 millimeter, and wherein the plurality of bristles are arranged in either a non-tufted bristle arrangement or a tufted bristle arrangement, and wherein each of said bristles is made of a polymer material.

Abstract: A backcombing brush for backcombing hair includes an array of bristles 4. Each bristle extends from a base to a free end and two lengths of bristle are provided. Shorter bristles 4a and the bottom of longer bristles 4b carry out backcombing, whilst the longer bristles smooth hair, or untangle knots/tangles in the hair to reduce the level of backcombing. The long bristles have a relatively wide first portion 5, towards the base of the bristle, and a relatively narrow second portion 6, towards the free end of the bristle. The bristles are arranged such that bristles in one row neither extend between adjacent bristles in an adjacent row nor partially occlude the space between bristles in an adjacent row.

Abstract: A light guide member (100, 200, 300, 400) for a power device (10) includes a ring-shaped body (34) adapted to be disposed within a housing (22) of the power device (10). The ring-shaped body (34) has an outer surface (63) that is contoured to complement an inner surface (50) of the housing (22), and includes a light receiving surface (44, 46) and a light emitting surface (48). The ring-shaped body (34) further includes a light coupling portion (42) adapted to accommodate a light source (30, 32) and configured to direct light emitted by the light source (30, 32) to the light receiving surface (44, 46). Light received by the light receiving surface (44, 46) propagates through the ring-shaped body (34) via internal reflection to the light emitting surface (48) where the light is directed out of the light guide member and uniformly illuminates a portion (53) of an outer surface (52) of the housing (22) of the power device (10).

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus or an interdental cleaning apparatus and a method for producing a cleaning apparatus or an interdental cleaning apparatus, the method includes: forming a gripping element from a fiber material or from paper or card, providing a cleaning element which comprises at least one filament, arranging at least a portion of the at least one filament of the cleaning element in a receiving portion of the gripping element, connecting the cleaning element to the gripping element by: pressing the receiving portion of the gripping element, or pressing the receiving portion from several sides against the portion, which is arranged in the receiving portion of the filament and/or introducing heat into the receiving portion and/or the portion of the filament.

Abstract: A tabletop for a table that can rotate between a use position and a stowed position. The table may include at least one rotation mechanism. The rotation mechanism may comprise: a housing pivotally connected to a cross-bar, an activation rod connected to a deadbolt and a hook plate and a grip bar connected to the activation rod. When the table is in a use position, the hook plate engages an opening in the primary cross-bar, where the use position is defined as when the tabletop is oriented substantially parallel to a surface supporting the table, and when the table is in a stowed position, the deadbolt receives an engaging member that is connected to the primary cross-bar, where the stowed position is defined as when the tabletop is oriented substantially perpendicular to the surface supporting the table.

Abstract: A two-stage lock assembly comprising a multi-element lock tab configured for disposition in a lateral structure of a lock device. The multi-element lock tab may include a body that includes an end on which a first element and a second element are disposed. The first element may extend from the body farther than the second element to enable the first element to be introduced into a receiver prior to the second element. The multi-element lock tab may be configurable in a disengaged configuration in which the first element and the second element are not positioned in a receiver, a first engaged configuration in which the first element is positioned in the receiver and the second element is not, and a second engaged configuration in which the first and the second elements are positioned in the receiver.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided for a suspended dining table and chairs. The suspended dining table and chairs includes a table disposed between a base frame and top frame. The table comprises a tabletop that is supported by way of a table support frame. Upright members between the base frame and the top frame support the table by way of a table support member coupled with the table support frame. Multiple chairs are suspended from the top frame in positions around the table that are suitable for seating practitioners at the table. The base frame supports a bench seat that provides seating to two or more practitioners at the table. An awning is configured to be extended within the top frame to provide shade to practitioners seated at the table in outdoor settings.

Abstract: A user interface for a height adjustable table includes a memory for storing protocol information for a number of communication protocols, and an electronic processor configured to generate instructions for a controller of the height adjustable table, receive the protocol information from the memory, and generate a first instruction for the control box based one of the communication protocols included in the protocol information, and monitor for a first response from the controller. The electronic processor is further configured to determine whether the first response is an expected response based on the first instruction, generate a second instruction for the controller in response to the first response not being the expected response, and monitor for a second response from the controller. The electronic processor also determines whether the second response is the expected response and continues issuing subsequent instructions based on the second response not being the expected response.

Abstract: There is disclosed a portably suspended retractable shelf for storing items proximate to a piece of furniture. In an embodiment, a horizontal platform defines a horizontal plane. The platform has an outer portion and an inner portion connected by a hinge. The outer portion is disposable within the horizontal plane. The inner portion is slidably capturable by a vertical seam between portions of the furniture. One or more upward-facing compartments, including a collapsible basin, a hanging flexible pocket, a foldable box, a storage cup, a drink cup, an LED light, and a wireless charger, are disposable on the outer portion and accessible to a user proximate the furniture. A portion of the at least one of the compartments intersects the horizontal plane. The compartments are removable or collapsible for allowing the outer portion to be folded against the outer furniture planar member. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: Storage and grow rack systems include splice joints for stacking and joining upright posts, structural support beams with integral drainage, and studs or rivets providing releasable attachment of cross members to upright posts.

Abstract: A retail management system includes a carriage base and an engagement mechanism. The carriage base includes a first end defining a front surface and a second end formed at an opposite end from the first end. The engagement mechanism is disposed at the first end of the carriage base and includes a plurality of carriage teeth extending from the front surface, the plurality of carriage teeth including at least one primary carriage tooth having a first configuration and at least one secondary carriage tooth having a second configuration that is different than the first configuration.

Abstract: A coffin shaped cabinet assembly includes a cabinet that has an outer wall which has a pair of protrusions on opposing sides of the cabinet such that the cabinet has the ornamental appearance of a coffin. A pair of first doors is each of the first doors is hingedly coupled to the cabinet. Each of the first doors is positioned adjacent to a respective one of the protrusions on the outer wall of the cabinet. A pair of second doors is each of the second doors is hingedly coupled to the cabinet. Each of the second doors is positioned adjacent to a respective one of the protrusions on the outer wall of the cabinet. A pair of handles is each coupled to a respective one of the second doors for opening the second doors.

Abstract: An organizer and hanger having a generally rectangular body with a plurality of protrusions/clips/hooks extending from a front surface for securing or handing objects. The body can also have double sided tape applied to tabs on each opposing end or a hole on one or both of the opposing end tabs for engaging a screw or nail. The protrusions/ clips/hooks extend from a front side of the body, where the protrusions/ clips/hooks are generally an “s” shape when viewed from the side, where the protrusions/clips/hooks are attached on one end to the body. A small rubber sleeve/pad can be attached to the protrusion/clip/hook portion between the first and second bends along the “s” shape. The rubber sleeve/pad increases the coefficient of friction compared to a metal or plastic without a rubber sleeve/pad. This rubber sleeve/pad is critical to providing a better holding force for some objects and noise reduction.

Abstract: A record holder system includes a frame of two ends and two sides, a fixed end attached to one of the ends of the frame, and a selectively adjustable end slidably connected to the frame. The frame connects to a track. The adjustable end includes a clamp that engages the track to retain the adjustable end in select position along the track. A handle connects to the clamp. The handle is manually pressed to disengage the clamp from the track, thereby allowing the adjustable end to be varied in relative position with respect to the fixed end. Records or other items may be stacked upright and retained in the system.

Abstract: A furniture fitting includes a base body, and an actuating member movable relative to the base body. The base body includes a fastening portion having a fastening side configured to at least partially bear against the furniture part when the furniture fitting is mounted to the furniture part. The fastening portion includes a, preferably circular, opening for the passage of a fastener, preferably of a screw, and the opening, on a second side spaced apart from the fastening side by a material thickness of the fastening portion, is surrounded by a bulge projecting transversely from the second side of the fastening portion.

Abstract: A slide-stop device designed and adapted for wedge engagement with opposing internal sur-faces of a linear motion slide track having an essentially C-shaped cross-sectional profile. The slide-stop device includes two lateral engagement sections extending essentially parallel to the longitudinal direction on opposite sides of the slide-stop device and having engagement surfaces facing outwardly in opposite transverse directions of the slide-stop device, two flex-ion elements being arranged on opposite sides with respect to the longitudinal direction of the slide-stop device. Each of the two flexion elements have one or more strips extending between and connecting the end regions of the lateral engagement sections, each strip being curved or bent to point outwardly with respect to the longitudinal direction of the slide-stop device. At least the strips of the flexion elements are made of elastic material.