Abstract: A parental utility belt system includes an elongated belt having a front surface, a back surface, a first end and a second end. An elongated metal connector is positioned within the front surface and extends from the first end to the second end of the belt. A magnet and buckle are positioned along the second end of the belt to secure the belt about the waist of a user. A plurality of removable accessories is provided with the system. One of the accessories includes a main body having a magnet along a back side and a cord having a clip extending from the front side. Another accessory includes a mesh body having an elastomeric band and a magnet. Another accessory includes a waterproof body having a magnet on the back side.

Abstract: Wearable housings are configured in size and shape to be securely attached to a strap, such as a belt, suspender, backpack strap, rifle strap, shoulder bag strap, vest, carrier, or other strap with one or more clasping members. One or more magnets are positioned within the substantially hollow receptacle area(s) of the wearable housing. The magnet(s) have sufficient holding force to securely hold a handgun or other item against the wearable housing for ready access.

Abstract: A mobile trailer-cleaning system is a system that facilitates the cleaning of the exterior surfaces of a trailer. The system may include at least one brush assembly, a roof carriage, an agitation mechanism, and a steering assembly. The at least one brush assembly enables the cleaning of all the trailer's exterior surfaces including the rear of the trailer and any non-flat surfaces. The roof carriage serves as a guide to maintain the at least one brush assembly adjacent to the trailer's walls as the at least one brush assembly moves along the trailer. The roof carriage also prevents the at least one brush assembly from tipping over. The agitation mechanism eases the cleaning of the trailer's exterior surfaces by agitating the at least one brush assembly in predetermined modes of operation. The steering assembly enables the user to manually operate the at least one brush assembly during the cleaning process.

Abstract: An adjustable paintbrush with a removable handle allows adjustment of the width, length, and/or shape of the brush head or bristles of a paintbrush with a sliding mechanism. The adjustable brush head is movable between at least two positions within the brush body. An attachment member can also be used to attach and/or detach the handle from the paintbrush to allow attachment of foam paint heads, paint roller heads, and paint brushes with a variety of widths to the detachable handle.

Abstract: An interdental cleaning tool includes a base portion including a shaft portion having a shape insertable in an interdental space, a top end side cleaning portion including a top end side body covering a top end side portion of the shaft portion, and a plurality of top end side bristles protruding outward from an outer circumferential surface of the top end side body, and a base end side cleaning portion including a base end side body covering a portion of the shaft portion further in a base end side than the top end side body, and a plurality of base end side bristles protruding outward from an outer circumferential surface of the base end side body. The top end side cleaning portion has a lower hardness than the base end side cleaning portion.

Abstract: A tray capable of being frictionally engaged to a support structure comprises a horizontally oriented planar base having an edge. A right-angle bracket has a horizontally oriented side. An edge of the horizontally oriented side of the right-angle bracket is coupled adjacent the edge of the base and extends in a direction parallel to a plane of the base. The right-angle bracket has a vertically oriented side coupled to the horizontally oriented side at a corner of the right-angle bracket and extending downward. A bracket is coupled to a bottom surface of the base and extends downward in the direction substantially normal to the base. This bracket is positioned opposite the right-angle bracket a horizontal distance sufficient to receive the support structure positioned therebetween. A screw comprising a handle at a first end of the screw and a shoe at a second end of the screw passes through a threaded hole in the bracket and extends toward the right-angle bracket.

Abstract: Disclosed are pivoting mechanisms, sliding mechanisms, frames and tables. A pivoting mechanism includes a first coupling piece, a second coupling piece and a rod. The first and second coupling pieces are pivotally coupled with each other. The rod is operated by gravity to automatically lock or unlock the first and second coupling pieces. A sliding mechanism generally includes a slider and a locking member. The slider includes a sleeve to be slidably coupled with a bar. The locking member includes a restriction piece, operated by an elastic piece to be disposed inside of the bar, to automatically lock the sleeve at a certain position of the bar.

Abstract: A storage rack having an embedded display may include a plurality of sections for holding a respective plurality of items. A first section may include, for example, a first vertical support, a second vertical support substantially parallel to the first vertical support, and a first set of horizontal supports substantially perpendicular to the first vertical support and the second vertical support. The first set of horizontal supports may include a first horizontal support disposed at a first height and a first depth in the first vertical support, and a second horizontal support disposed at the first height and the first depth in the second vertical support. The first horizontal support may extend from an inner wall of the first vertical support towards the second vertical support for a distance that is less than half of the distance between the first vertical support and the second vertical support.

Abstract: A telescoping slide system comprising a left-side telescoping slide assembly and a right-side telescoping slide assembly that each include interconnected slide members moveable to extend and retract among a retracted-storage stage and an extended-service stage. Each telescoping slide assembly includes a stationary slide member, a intermediate slide member that moves relative to the stationary slide member in a channel formed in the stationary slide member, and a load-carrying slide member that moves relative to the stationary slide member and the intermediate slide member in a channel formed in the intermediate slide member.

Abstract: A drawer assembly for an appliance includes a drawer front for providing selective access to the drawer recess, the drawer front being rotatable between an open position and a closed position, a slide operably coupling the drawer front to the cabinet, the slide including a catch bar, an electronic input provided on the drawer front, the electronic input configured to transmit an input signal, and a latch provided in the drawer front, the latch being operably coupled with the electronic input and selectively engaged with the catch bar based on the input signal.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for a flanged clip for a support channel according to various aspects of the present technology comprise a flanged end clip bonded to an end of a support channel. The flanged clip may have one or more surfaces configured to provide a stronger bonding between the flanged clip and the support channel.

Abstract: The purpose of a shelf holding structure having an attachable and detachable power supply according to the present invention is to provide a shelf holding structure to which power is supplied, wherein the shelf holding structure has a very pleasing aesthetical appearance because a shelf power supply device is not exposed to the outside, simple and expandable construction of the power supply is possible to suit varying on-site circumstances, and the power supply device can be easily detached and attached.

Abstract: An arm assembly for a chair having a post, a first member, and an armrest. The first member is angularly adjustable relative to the post about a first axis between first angular movement limits, with a non-finite number of angular adjustment positions of the first member relative to the post. The armrest is operatively connected to the first member to translationally slide generally forward and rearward relative to the first member between first translational movement limits, with a non-finite number of translational adjustment positions of the armrest relative to the first member. The armrest is angularly adjustable relative to the first member about a second substantially upright axis between second angular movement limits, with a non-finite number of angular adjustment positions of the armrest relative to the first member.

Abstract: A retractable furniture carriage is capable of supporting a piece of furniture off of a floor, and allowing the furniture to be rolled across the floor. The retractable furniture carriage includes wheels mounted by a frame to the furniture. The frame can be pivoted for moving the wheels between a deployed position in which they engage and support the furniture to a stowed position in which the wheels are off the floor. Actuation of the frame can be carried out from the side of the furniture through frame structure largely located underneath the furniture.

Abstract: According to the embodiments, an air mattress includes an air cell unit, a first side edge unit, and a first pump unit. The air cell unit includes a plurality of air cells that are arranged along a first direction. The first side edge unit includes a polymeric foam. A direction from the first side edge unit to a first portion of the air cell unit is along a second direction that intersects the first direction. The first pump unit performs supply and exhaust of air to and from at least a part of the plurality of the air cells. A direction from the first pump unit to a second portion of the air cell unit is along the second direction. A direction from the first side edge unit to the first pump unit is along the first direction.

Abstract: A modular rail system for reclining furniture using an adjustable rail system that allows any furniture to expand modules or reduce modules and remain functional and operable. The modular adjustable rail system allows modular seating, or other pieces, to be connected or removed using an adjustable rail system offering multiple ways to add or subtract pieces of furniture. The adjustable rail system also allows for the spacing between each module to be adjusted.

Abstract: A foldable chair, including a first bracket and a second bracket that are hingedly fixed in an X-shape, and an adjusting mechanism connecting an upper portion of the first bracket and a lower portion of the second bracket. The adjusting mechanism includes a fixing member and a movable member, the fixing member including a slide groove, and the movable member including a limit member movable within the slide groove; the slide groove has a serrated first inner side wall and a smooth second inner side wall, and the limit member is snapable to the first inner side wall.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a portable folding chair including a central assembly having an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion may be connectable to the upper portion so that the upper portion may swivel with respect to the lower portion. The portable folding chair may include leg members attached to the lower portion of the central assembly. Each of the leg members may be moveable between a folded position and a deployed position. The portable folding chair may further include seat members that may be attached to the upper portion of the central assembly. Each of the seat members may be moveable between a folded position and a deployed position.

Abstract: A folding chair has a first frame assembly, a second frame assembly, a front crossbar assembly, and a rear crossbar assembly. The front crossbar assembly has a front primary crossbar member, a front upper secondary crossbar member, a front lower secondary crossbar member, and a locking interface. The locking interface has an upper receiving portion on one end of the channel and a lower receiving portion on an opposite end of the channel. When the folding chair is in the expanded position and the feet of the frame assemblies are supported on a support surface, the front primary crossbar member has an upward facing portion that is releasably retained in the upper receiving portion of the locking interface and a bottom facing portion that is releasably retained in the lower receiving portion of the locking interface.

Abstract: A lumbar support device for an item of seating furniture, in particular an armchair, includes an electromotive linear drive including a guide profile and two sliding blocks movable on the guide profile in synchronism towards one another and away from one another. Each sliding block includes a spindle nut coupled by a spindle. The linear drive is coupled to an extendable support element via a lever mechanism which includes levers connecting the sliding blocks to the support element, respectively.

Abstract: A portable sunshade configured for removable connection to a chair backrest has first, second and third sections removably connected to one another. The first section having a pair of first frame tubes, a pair of first cross tubes, a pair of second cross tubes, and joint connecting the first and second pairs of cross tubes to the frame. The second section is removably mounted to one end of the first section and has a pair of second frame tubes, a first fabric panel supported by the second frame tubes, and a pair of first hinge mechanisms connecting end portions of the second frame tubes to respective first end portions of the first frame tubes of the first section so as to permit the second section to undergo pivotal movement relative to the first section.

Abstract: Provided is a portable folding chair, comprising a supporting frame and a cloth cover cushion, wherein the supporting frame comprises a fixed seat, supporting legs rotatably connected to the fixed seat, and a supporting assembly connected to the supporting legs, a plurality of limiting plates and lugs positioned at two sides of the limiting plates are provided on a periphery of the fixed seat, and an accommodating groove for mounting the supporting leg is formed between the limiting plate and the lug. According to the present utility model, the supporting legs are prevented from being unfolded at an excessive angle, it is effectively guaranteed that the supporting legs will not shake on the fixed seat when the portable folding chair is used by a user, and the portable folding chair is effectively prevented from falling due to shaking of the supporting legs when placed on uneven ground.

Abstract: A soft-structured child carrier includes a body panel having a bottom end attached to a bottom portion of the waistband, a first shoulder strap, a second shoulder strap, a first shoulder strap attachment panel attached to the interior side of the body panel away from the side edges of the body panel and a second shoulder strap attachment panel attached to the interior side of the body panel and away from the side edges of the body panel. The first shoulder strap attachment panel provides a first flap that is movable away from the interior surface of the body panel and includes a first lower attachment point for the first shoulder strap. The second shoulder strap attachment panel provides a second flap that is movable away from the interior surface of the body panel and includes a second lower attachment point for the second shoulder strap.

Abstract: An infant positioner and an entertainment component that is useable with the infant positioner in different positions. The entertainment component can be placed in at least a first position and a second position different from the first position. The entertainment component is coupled to a support structure of the infant positioner while the entertainment component is in the first position as well as in the second position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adaptable product storage and extraction tray, intended for being installed in a vending machine having several compartments. The widths of the compartments can be modified in a short time, in a very simple manner and eliminating the need to take out all the products stored in the different compartments to make these adjustments. The tray comprises a base, a front profile, dividing partitions which limit compartments, extractor assemblies, support plates which support the product, where the extractor assemblies, the dividing partitions and the support plates have the possibility of transverse displacement and where the support plates can be transversely coupled to one another and can be separately removed to constantly adjust the width of the compartments.

Abstract: A cell (1) for storing a set (2) of products (20) includes ventilation means (4) for creating a rear-to-front air flow (A) circulating in the housing (14) and at least one first sealing device (5 or 6) having a first flexible sealing element (50 or 60) that is inflatable in relation to one of the walls (10, 11, 12) of the cell and towards the inside of the housing (14) under the effect of an air pressure which is generated in the housing (14) by said air flow. The first sealing device (5 or 6) has at least one second sealing element (52 or 62) that can be actuated between an inactive configuration and an active configuration in which it exerts a mechanical pressure on part of the first flexible sealing element (50 or 60).

Abstract: A drinking vessel assembly for containing multiple fluids includes a container with a plurality of discrete compartments for containing one or more fluids. Each of a plurality of caps covers one of the compartments. A lid has is rotatably coupled to the container and has an opening that is positionable in each of a plurality of selection positions such that the opening exposes a selected one of the caps. A locking assembly engages the lid and the container to secure the lid in one of the selection positions.

Abstract: A kit for constructing a cake-protecting assembly, including at least two first elongated frame members, at least two second elongated frame members connectable to the pair of first elongated frame members to yield a frame defining a working plane, at least two leg members pivotably connected to each respective elongated first frame member, and at least two elongated stabilizing members connectable to extend orthogonally from a leg member connected to each respective elongated support member and oriented parallel to the working plane. The kit also includes four pegs connectible to the elongated first frame members for limiting the movement of each respective leg member.

Abstract: The invention provides a cup holder adaptor assembly that includes both a portable cup holder and a cup deck. The cup deck is configured to be mounted removably within the portable cup holder, such that when the cup deck is mounted removably within the portable cup holder, a storage compartment is created between the cup deck and a bottom of the portable cup holder.

Abstract: A system for mounting to a scaffold comprises a holder and a shelf. The holder includes a first slot for receiving a drink container, e.g., a large cup, and a second slot for receiving a phone, e.g., a smart phone. The shelf includes apertures for receiving tools. The holder is configured to attach to the shelf, which can mount on the scaffold, for providing added workspace and more places to put tools.

Abstract: An apparatus can be used for assisting a user in donning a shoe, the shoe having a heel collar and a tongue, wherein the tongue has an underside. The apparatus can comprise a body that is partially receivable into the shoe. The body can have a top portion that is configured to extend above the heel collar when the body is partially received into the shoe. An inner portion can extend downwardly from the top portion. First and second projections that extend forwardly from the body and can be configured to bias against the underside of the tongue on opposing sides of the tongue.

Abstract: A multi-height deck mat including a first platform having a first top surface, a first bottom surface and a first end surface extending therebetween; a second platform disposed adjacent the first platform and having a second top surface and a second bottom surface and a second end surface extending therebetween; and a hinge connecting the first platform and the second platform for movement of the first and second platforms relative to one another, the hinge element being adjacent the first end surface and the second end surface, whereby the first platform and the second platform can be moved between a first disposition wherein the first end surface is in abutment with the second end surface wherein the deck mat provides a first height; and a second disposition wherein the first platform and the second platform assume a stacked relationship wherein the deck mat provides a second height.

Abstract: A delivery system S performs authenticating process of authenticating at least any one of an UGV 1 and an article delivered by the UGV 1 in a case where the UGV 1 arrives at a delivery destination, and performs opening/closing control of a first carry-in port from which the article is carried in at the delivery destination on the basis of the authentication result of the UGV 1 or the article delivered by the UGV 1.

Abstract: A landing station guidance-and-security system can include an environmental cover and/or a guide-and-security bar. In some embodiments, the landing station guidance-and-security system is integrated into a parcel-receiving device. In some embodiments, the landing station guidance-and-security system is configured to attach to a parcel-receiving device. In some embodiments, the guide-and-security bar includes a precision rod. In some embodiments, a drone landing station includes: a magnetic centering mechanism configured to center a drone and/or a package; sliding dovetail doors; a plow bar; at least one roll-up door; a first storage locker; a second storage locker; and/or a solid rear door configured to block access to the second storage locker from the first storage locker when the first storage locker is being accessed by a user.

Abstract: An improved ornament-hanging hook and system includes an ornament-hanging apparatus and one or more ornament-hanging hooks, wherein each of the one or more ornament-hanging hooks includes an ornament-engaging loop, a first engagement-element for engaging a tree branch or other hanging structure, and a second engagement element disposed between the ornament-engaging loop and the first engagement-element for contact with the ornament-hanging apparatus during hanging. The second engagement-element has a second bend having a plurality of flections, wherein a portion of the second bend forms a fulcrum. Upon engagement with the ornament-hanging apparatus at the fulcrum, an ornament attached at the ornament-engaging loop is balanced gravitationally such that the first-engagement element is positioned upright and in an unobstructed manner.

Abstract: A throw blanket having specially configured hand and feet pockets that insulate the hands and feet while allowing virtually full use of the user's hands comprises a generally flat blanket having upper left and right corners configured with hand pockets and a central lower edge configured with a pocket for the feet. Hand pockets are uniquely structured with a thumb slit and finger opening which allow for certain of the user's fingers and thumb to project from the pocket thereby enabling the user to continue to grasp, hold, and manipulate beverage glasses, books, TV and entertainment center remote control devices, and the like. The foot pockets are formed with specially configured fold which allows for easy insertion of the user's feet while allowing the pocket material to conform around the user's feet and ankles.

Abstract: A bracket structure and a method of using the bracket structure are provided. The bracket structure includes a bracket body and a locking plate. The top plate and the rear plate of the bracket body respectively form an upper hook portion and a lower hook portion. The locking plate is movably disposed on the top plate of the bracket body. The locking plate has a locking plate body and a control part, and the locking plate body has a first and a second pressing abutting portion. The upper track is placed between the top plate and the rear plate, so that the bottom of the upper track is placed on the lower hook portion, and the first hook portion of the upper track and the upper hook portion of the bracket body are hooked to each other to temporarily fix the upper track on the bracket structure.

Abstract: Embodiments include systems and methods for heating materials, including heating materials for cooking and soldering. A representative system and method for cooking food includes passing electric current through the food, sensing a characteristic of the food, and modulating the electric current in response to the characteristic of the food to achieve a selected internal temperature of the food. The system and method can include searing the food with hot oil or photons directed at the surface of the food. A representative system and method for heating a material includes modulating a plurality of semiconductor light sources to emit photons toward the material, measuring a temperature of the material, and modulating the plurality of semiconductor light sources in response to the temperature of the material. The material can include solder and the method can include heating solder in a reflow soldering process.

Abstract: A process for making a portable beverage product may include the steps of: providing a portable container with an aperture; providing a separation device previously equipped with sealing means including at least one removable barrier; inserting an amount of a drinkable liquid into the container; inserting the separation device into the container to form a first chamber containing the liquid, a second chamber, and a connecting path from the first chamber into the second chamber, the connecting path being closed by the removable barrier; inserting at least one second ingredient into the second chamber; closing the aperture of the container with a cover; wherein the separation device is also positioned in such a way that the removable barrier can be removed in response to a user action on the portable beverage product, thus opening the above mentioned connecting path.

Abstract: A brewing arrangement and a portable coffee machine, the portable coffee machine includes a main body, a coffee receiving cup, and a brewing arrangement including a brewing assembly having a brewing chamber, and a powder pressing assembly for pressing coffee powder in the brewing chamber, wherein after the coffee powder in the brewing chamber is pressed by the powder presser, the powder pressing assembly is detached from the brewing assembly, and the brewing assembly is then assembled between the main body and the coffee receiving cup, so as to allow boiled water in the main body to be pumped into the brewing assembly to brew the coffer powder, so as to provide liquid coffee product which is collected by the coffee receiving cup under the brewing assembly.

Abstract: A machine for the preparation and dispensing of espresso coffee comprises: a coffee boiler, a filter holder with a filter for a pressed coffee powder puck, and a pre-infusion chamber and a hydraulic circuit for transporting pressurized water from the coffee boiler to the pre-infusion chamber. The machine further comprises a device for detecting a parameter indicative of the filling of the pre-infusion chamber and of the hydraulic circuit so that the step of dispensing of an espresso coffee can be started on the basis of the detected filling parameter.

Abstract: A device has a water heating system, a first output for delivering hot water and a second output for delivering steam. A first hydraulic circuit with a first filter supplies the first output and a second hydraulic circuit with a second filter supplies the second output. The first filter comprises a scale inhibitor filter and the second filter comprises an ion exchange filter.

Abstract: A cookware assembly including a cooking vessel comprising an interior, an exterior, a vessel side wall and an elongated handle extending outwardly from the exterior, a cover, and an opening in at least one of the vessel side wall and the cover above the elongated handle.

Abstract: A method of heating and mixing contents is disclosed that combines heating and agitating of a bottle and its contents in order to achieve even warming, as well as, mixing the contents of the bottle.

Abstract: A collapsible chafer stand for heating food is disclosed. The chafer stand includes a base frame. The chafer stand includes leg frames placed apart from one another. The leg frames connect at distal ends of the base frame via T-shaped members. The chafer stand includes poles extending from distal ends of each leg frame. The chafer stand includes a top frame removably connected to the poles. The top frame includes pole receiving sections. The pole receiving sections receive the poles and connect the top frame to the base frame. The poles are connected via a straight connecting bar and handle. The top frame receives a tray having a dish. The base frame receives a heating member for chafing the dish. The top frame is removed and the poles are made to collapse over the base frame when not in use. The chafing stand provides an easily stackable structure that can be folded for easy transportation.

Abstract: A grinding mill or seasoning grinder for grinding seasonings includes a stator and a rotatably mounted rotor having a base body with a shape of a truncated cone, where the rotor concentric to the stator. The stator and the rotor each include milling projections which are, at least in some sections, convexly curved in cross-section and the surfaces of milling projections are devoid of discontinuities that include edges or undercuts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for the automatic preparation of a food product, comprising a mixture receptacle (5), in which solid ingredients are mixed, and a drive device (1-6, 16-19) to automatically tilt the mixture receptacle (5) in order to pour out the mixed ingredients into a refreshment receptacle (8) and to make them available to a user therein. The invention also relates to a method of offering a refreshment to a consumer which has been prepared in situ at a sales point and which comprises mixed solid ingredients, wherein the consumer himself introduces ingredients in solid form into a device according to the present invention, and allows the refreshment to be automatically prepared in the device.

Abstract: An egg cracker and yolk separator preferably include an egg dish and a dish lid. The egg dish preferably includes a dish member, a handle member and a separator wall. The dish member preferably includes a dish base and a dish peripheral wall. The dish peripheral wall extends upward from the dish base. The dish peripheral wall includes a pouring portion wall, opposing side walls and a rear wall. The handle member extends from the rear wall. The separator wall is located in substantially a middle of the egg dish. An egg white opening is formed between a top of the dish base and a bottom of the separator wall. The dish lid preferably includes a lid base, a lid peripheral wall and a lift tab. The lid peripheral wall extends downward from a bottom of the lid base. A second embodiment includes a removable separator wall.

Abstract: An adjustable sifting assembly for sifting granular food material includes a sleeve that is tapered thereby facilitating the sleeve to receive a granular food material such that the granular food material is urged toward a center of the sleeve. A plurality of screens is provided and a respective one of the screens is positionable in the sleeve. Each of the screens has a plurality of openings that is integrated into the screens thereby facilitating the screen that is positioned in the sleeve to sift the granular food material. In this way the screen that is positioned in the sleeve can remove dust and debris from the granular food material. The openings in each of the screens has a unique size with respect to a respective one of the screens thereby facilitating each of the screens to sift granular food items of varying sizes.

Abstract: An automated cooking device for washing a cooking container includes a controller controlling driving of a container holder to change the container holder to any of an ingredient receiving posture in which the cooking container receives ingredients from a supply device, a cooking posture in which the cooking container is rotated in a state in which the cooking container is inclined forward with respect to a cooking table to stir the ingredients, a serving posture in which the container holder is inclined forward more than in the cooking posture with respect to the cooking table to face downward to a dish on the front side of the container holder, and a washing posture in which a rotation support mechanism of the container holder is inclined backward with respect to a base frame and the cooking container is washed on a rear side of the container holder.