Abstract: Furniture pieces are disclosed that have rigid portions that can be separated from other portions of the furniture, with the rigid and other portions being foldable to reduce the space needed for packaging, shipping, and storage. Some embodiments of the present invention are directed to bedding, and more particularly to box springs. In these embodiments, the box spring can comprise a frame that is surrounded by a fabric cover that can have padding or cushioning. The frame can be removed from the fabric cover and can be folded or collapsed to reduce its size. The fabric cover can also be folded, with the now folded frame and cover having a greatly reduced size for shipping and storage. This reduces the cost of shipping and storage for the box spring, and also provides the option to the end user to more easily store the box spring when desired.

Abstract: A mattress with adjustable comfort relates to a technical field of household mattresses and includes a module adjusting layer, a wrapping layer, and a top layer. The module adjusting layer is matched with the wrapping layer. The module adjusting layer is connected to the top layer. The module adjusting layer includes filling pads. The filing pads are assembled together. Each of the filling pads includes an adjusting module, a first inner sleeve, and a second inner sleeve. Each first inner sleeve is connected to a corresponding adjusting module. Each second inner sleeve is sleeved on a corresponding first inner sleeve. The adjusting module in each of the filling pads has its own softness and is selected according to self preference of a consumer for subsequent assembly, so that after the filling pads are assembled, different positions of the mattress have different softness.

Abstract: A spring pocket includes a conical spring having a large-diameter end and a small-diameter end opposite to the large diameter end, and a flexible bag. The flexible bag includes an outer layer and an inner layer joined at the large-diameter end and the small-diameter end to encapsulate the conical spring in the flexible bag. The sheets for producing the flexible bag are produced in a single step. Even though the sheets have a large machining tolerance, since the two sheets are identical, they may still match each other and can be easily overlapped and joined.

Abstract: An air mattress includes a top sheet, a bottom sheet, an annular outer side wall, an annular inner side wall, a plurality of inner pull straps, and a plurality of outer pull straps. An upper edge and a lower edge of the annular outer side wall are connected to outer edges of the top sheet and the bottom sheet respectively to form an inflatable chamber of the air mattress, the annular inner side wall divides the inflatable chamber into an inner inflatable chamber and an outer inflatable chamber, and the inner inflatable chamber communicates with the outer inflatable chamber. The plurality of outer pull straps are spaced between the annular outer side wall and the annular inner side wall, and the plurality of inner pull straps are arranged between the top sheet and the bottom sheet.

Abstract: A mattress for use during recovery from buttock surgery includes a first wall and opposed second wall, a peripheral wall, and an interior wall extending between the first wall and second wall, with the interior wall being spaced inwardly from the peripheral wall. A bore bounded and defined by the interior wall has a first opening defined in the first wall and a second opening defined in the second wall. The first opening is of a first dimension and the second opening is of a different second dimension. In particular, the first opening is larger than the second opening. A cup holder is provided in each of the first wall and the second wall. A first pocket is provided on a first side of the mattress and a second pocket is provided on a second side of the mattress. The first pocket is inverted relative to the second pocket.

Abstract: A self-inflating stowable bed. The bed includes one or more self-inflating chambers, with each of the self-inflating chambers having one or more polyurethane foam sections therein, with the chamber defined between a first air impervious layer and a second air impervious layer. The self-inflating bed may be evacuated by a household or shop vacuum, and then sealed, rolled or folded, and easily stored or shipped. The polyurethane foam sections may be provided with different members having different indentation force deflection specifications suitable for bed portions and edge of bed portions.

Abstract: A mat that enables promotion of respiration in a supine position. The mat includes a back support part. The back support part includes: a spine support part that continuously supports three or more continuous lumbar vertebrae and thoracic vertebrae and including a first lumbar vertebra to a twelfth thoracic vertebra of the spine in the back of a person in a supine position; and a pair of serratus posterior inferior muscle corresponding parts which are respectively disposed on widthwise both sides of the spine support part and below a portion conforming to a pair of left and right serratus posterior inferior muscles of the person in the supine position. The pair of serratus posterior inferior muscle corresponding parts and the spine support part are configured such that a body pressure from the serratus posterior inferior muscle corresponding parts is lower than a body pressure from the spine support part.

Abstract: A sponge core relates to a technical field of mattresses and includes a mattress and a mattress cover. The mattress includes a first sponge core, a second sponge core, a third sponge core, and a fourth sponge core. A density of the first sponge core, a density of the second sponge core, a density of the third sponge core, and a density of the fourth sponge core are different from each other.

Abstract: A cushion article comprises an antimicrobial adhesive layer between at least two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer includes an antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The substrate layers are free of the antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method includes providing at least two substrate layers, each substrate layer being free of an antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method further includes applying an antimicrobial adhesive layer to an outer surface of at least one of the two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer comprising the antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The method further includes binding the at least two substrate layers together with the antimicrobial adhesive layer.

Abstract: A method of controlling an adjustable chair comprising the steps of measuring the height of a person, entering the height of the person into a software application on a mobile device, taking a photograph of the person with a mobile device, analyzing the photograph to determine physical measurements of the person, storing the measurements in the mobile device; calculating optimum ergonomic adjustment of the chair based upon the stored measurements; and, transmitting signals to a controller in the chair to control actuators and adjust various components in the chair to achieve optimum ergonomic adjustment. The technology also includes the ergonomic task chair adjusted by the aforementioned method.

Abstract: A clip for securing a cushion to an outdoor furniture item is disclosed. The clip includes a middle portion, a first end portion extending transverse to the middle portion and a second portion that extends transverse from the middle portion. The middle portion is longer than each of the first end portion and the second end portion. The end portions are configured to fit through and overlap portions of a loop in the cushion to hold the cushion to a rail of the furniture item.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a chair with a removable chair cover, including a chair cover and a chair frame, wherein the chair cover includes a chair back portion and a chair seat portion, sleeves are provided on both sides of the chair back portion and the chair seat portion, a positioning hole or a positioning groove is provided on the side of the sleeves; a resilient buckling element is provided on the chair frame, the resilient buckling element is mounted inside the chair frame; the sleeves are inserted into the chair frame to expand the chair cover to form the chair, the resilient buckling element extends into the positioning hole or the positioning groove to engage the sleeves. Compared with the prior art, the present disclosure provides a chair with a simpler production process and a more easily removable chair cover.

Abstract: A child seat having a coupling element mountable to a free-standing base and mountable to a supportable base is disclosed. The free-standing base includes a bench and at least one leg extending from the bench. The supportable base includes a support mechanism for coupling the supportable base to a support structure. A system including the child seat and the free-standing base is also disclosed. A system including the child seat and the supportable base is also disclosed.

Abstract: An activity table for wheelchair-bound children includes a generally flat horizontal tabletop, activity elements fastened to its upper surface, and a pair of leg supports fastened to a lower surface of the tabletop. The tabletop has a longitudinal axis, the upper surface, the lower surface, first and second ends, and first and second sides. Each leg support includes parallel upright posts joined by a ground engaging member that is generally transverse to the longitudinal axis of the tabletop. The tabletop and leg supports make the activity elements accessible to a child restricted to a wheelchair. The activity elements develop motor skills and coordination. This table enhances recreation time and is suitable for outdoor use.

Abstract: A system, method and/or kit for assembling multiple different children's accessories using shared or modular components or parts to assembly multiple different accessory modalities or configurations. In example embodiments, the multiple different accessory modalities or configurations may include one or more of a gym or play mat, a play gym, an activity jumper, an activity center, a play table, and/or a playhouse.

Abstract: What disclosed are a baby carrier and a locking mechanism thereof. The locking mechanism includes a locking mechanism and an installing seat. The fixing seat has a receiving hole and a first locking part. The installing seat has an inserting portion and a second locking part connected to the inserting portion, and the inserting portion is configured to be inserted into the receiving hole. The first locking part and the second locking part are configured to engage when the inserting portion is inserted into the receiving hole.

Abstract: A multifunctional enclosure cushion comprises a floor mat, wherein the floor mat comprises an outer edge, a pillow bag is connected to the outer edge, and the pillow bag has a parabola-shaped cross section and comprises two peripheral end points; and an envelope, wherein the envelope is provided with an outer edge, an inner edge and a central axis, wherein the inner edge is connected with the outer edge of the floor mat, the pillow bag is formed with a concave shape at the position of the central axis, and two wire harnesses are respectively fixed to the two peripheral end points; the two wire harnesses extend oppositely along the outer edge of the envelope and meet at the central axis to form a pull ring; when the pull ring is pulled, the two wire harnesses drive the two peripheral end points of the pillow bag to gather in the direction of the central axis, and at this time, the pillow bag turns up along the outer edge of the floor mat to form an enclosure.

Abstract: A connecting structure of a display rack includes an elbow connector, a locking member, and a transverse rod. At least one side of the elbow connector has a protruding portion. One end face of the protruding portion has a locking hole. The locking member is connected to the end face of the protruding portion. One end face of the locking member, facing the protruding portion, has a locking portion. The locking portion is rotatably connected to the locking hole. One end of the transverse rod is fitted on the locking member and is fixedly connected to the locking member. The display rack has a simple structure and is easy for installation.

Abstract: A hanger assembly includes a first decorative element and a mounting base. The decorative element has a first surface and a first elongated mounting plate joined thereto in a plane perpendicular to the first surface. The base has a rear surface fastenable to a vertical surface, a first sidewall, and a front surface within which is formed a recessed slot having a substantially T-shaped cross-section. The recessed slot extends from an open end in the first sidewall to a fixed stop formed in the mounting base and slidably receives the mounting plate. The mounting base may be used with a variety of interchangeable multi-themed decorations or plant hangers.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a novel zippered pillowcase that provides for interior storage generally comprising of a pillowcase body with three closed sides and one open side that is outfitted with a full-length zipper. The storage pillowcase described here allows for the storage of voluminous soft items inside the pillowcase cavity. The user would open the full-length zipper and insert soft items like bedding, blankets, or clothes and the items inserted would serve as the pillows filling material. The user would be able to hide the stored items in plain sight; stored away inside the cavity of the storage pillowcase, which then would be placed on a couch or bed allowing valuable cabinet and drawer space to be freed up for other storage. The invention enables the user to expand their limited existing storage space beyond the usual storage options of drawers and closets.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an outdoor camping mat, which comprises: A woven mat body, woven by plastic woven strips; A protective structure, set at the surrounding edges of the woven mat body to hold the woven mat body; A functional layer, wrapped around the outside of the plastic woven strips to enable the woven mat body to store energy when being exposed to light, emit light, and/or repel mosquitoes. The present invention can achieve energy storage and emit light, effectively repel mosquitoes, has strong applicability, and can effectively avoid loosening at the edges of the woven mat body. The present invention can be widely applied in the field of woven mats.

Abstract: A support element assembly includes at least two types of standard blocks. The standard blocks are connected to each other and selected from the group consisting of a first standard block having a first elastic constant and a first height, a second standard block having a second elastic constant and the first height, a third standard block having the first elastic constant and a second height, and a fourth standard block having the second elastic constant and the second height. The standard blocks are manufactured by 3D printing and have identical lattices, and each standard block has a jointing structure.

Abstract: A two-piece multi-functional tray table cover is configured with a flexible sleeve and water-resistant prop-up tray to simultaneously provide a hygienic barrier to the tray table's surface, and a dedicated play, work, or otherwise use area for a user to place their toys, drinks, food, etc. The sleeve is comprised of a spandex material to enable a user to stretch the fabric around various-sized tray tables to accommodate different manufacturers, airlines, etc. The sleeve has a hook and loop fastener, such as Velcro®, on the top side, which attaches to a corresponding hook and loop fastener on the prop-up tray. In addition, the bottom side of the sleeve, opposite the top side with the hook and look fastener, has at least a pocket with a transparent window that enables a user to view a computing device's screen or other contents.

Abstract: A flavoring reservoir for storing aromatics and for releasing the aromatics to a drink system. This flavoring reservoir comprises a container which has a wall that encloses a receiving space. The wall has at least one air inlet opening and at least one air outlet opening. The flavoring reservoir further comprises a substrate material arranged in the receiving space, which material is loaded with an aromatic and releases the aromatic to air that flows in through the air inlet opening, flows past the substrate material and flows out through the air outlet opening. The substrate material is a storage material in the form of a porous or micro-porous granulated material. A method is provided for producing the flavoring reservoir. A drink system is provided having a drink vessel and a flavoring reservoir that is assigned to that vessel and is connected or can be connected to the drink vessel.

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: The present disclosure is related to dinnerware, and envisages a multi-utilitarian implement suitable for use on the dining table. The implement comprises a spork defined by a shallow scoop having a plurality of tines configured on a first distal end of the scoop; and a handle detachably connected to a second distal end of the scoop. The handle comprises a two-edged knife element and a pair of chopsticks. The knife element has a pair of lateral edges, each lateral edge being configured as a type of a knife. The chopsticks are detachably joined to an operative first end of the knife element, to act as the handle in an attached state with the knife element.

Abstract: Portable, foldable mats for construction sites, in particular for loaded drywall carts to roll thereover when unfolded, have an elongate body defining a plurality of panels foldable upon one another beginning from a first end toward a second end onto itself repeatedly until any tertiary panels are contained between an initial panel and an immediately neighboring second panel of the initial panel. Each panel has a sheet of material therein that has a load rating of at least 1000 pounds. The mats have a first handle extending from the initial panel and a second handle extending from the immediately neighboring second panel at a position to align with the first handle when the mat is in a fully folded state.

Abstract: A package-storing assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment of the present disclosure comprises an arcuate planar surface positioned adjacent an opening of a structure, the arcuate planar surface having an opening therethrough; and a security screen slidably engaged with the arcuate planar surface, the security screen supported to transition between a closed position and an open position, wherein the security screen inhibits access through the opening in the closed position, and cooperates with a lid to inhibit access to the opening in the open position.

Abstract: A ornament, preferably replicating or resembling a candy cane, in which two parts are secured together by a bar and received and arrayed on the bar between the two parts are received components, preferably including alphanumeric character beads and spacer beads.

Abstract: A jug for a juicer has scaling features so that its contents may be isolated from the environment when it is not being filled or when used for pouring.

Abstract: The present invention provides a combination oven providing combination steam and convection cooking. The cooking cavity is heated by a heat exchanger system that includes at least one heat exchanger tube. Heat transfer along a length of the heat exchanger tube is facilitated by a heat conductive baffle substantially filling the interior of the heat exchanger tubes in volume and length. Heated gases are forced through the dense and elongated baffle to facilitate heat transfer to the walls of the heat exchanger tube.

Abstract: A sous vide cooker having a housing, a bulkhead attached to the housing to form a first cavity, a heat sink attached to the bulkhead to form a second cavity, and a skirt attached to the bulkhead to form a third cavity below the heat sink. A TRIAC is physically attached in conductive thermal communication to the heat sink in the second cavity. The cooker also has a motor, an impeller located in the third cavity, a drive shaft extending through at least the heat sink and into the third cavity and operatively connecting the motor to the impeller, and a heating element located within the third cavity.

Abstract: A sous vide device (10) for at least partial immersion in a liquid (16) contained in a vessel (30), the sous vide device (10) comprising: a housing (12) defining a cavity (14) for fluidic communication with the vessel (30) to at least partially fill the cavity (14) with the liquid; and, a heater (32) for heating the liquid (16) in the cavity (14) to generate vapour that displaces some of the heated liquid (16) from the cavity (14) into the vessel (30).

Abstract: The disclosure discloses a coffee press filter. The coffee press filter includes a filter pressing cylinder body, a filter pressing push rod and a filter pressing bracket, the filter pressing cylinder body is provided with a tubular water injection cavity, one end of the water injection cavity is an open end, the filter pressing bracket is internally provided with an accommodating cavity, the accommodating cavity is internally provided with a filtering cup, the other end, opposite to the open end, of the water injection cavity is integrally provided with a pressing cover, and the pressing cover is provided with a plurality of water outlets. The coffee press filter is integrally combined by this structure, thereby the original five spare and accessory parts are reduced to three spare and accessory parts, and the same function is achieved, a production cost may be reduced, and cleaning is easier after use.

Abstract: The disclosure provides bottle apparatuses, pods or other storage containers to be used in bottle apparatuses, beverage dispensing apparatuses, and methods of making and using the same in accordance with principles of the disclosed subject matter.

Abstract: An automated beverage preparation apparatus includes: multiple pumps for extracting multiple fluid materials stored in multiple material containers, and pushing the extracted fluid materials to move forward; a fluid output device coupled with the multiple pumps and arranged to operably dispense fluid materials to a beverage container; a user control interface arranged to operably generate a control command; a processing circuit arranged to operably generate a corresponding control signal according to the control command; and a pump control circuit arranged to operably control the multiple pumps according to the control signal. The pump control circuit conducts a layered drink making operation under control of the processing circuit to cause the fluid output device to dispense different fluid materials to the beverage container, so as to automatically form a layered drink/gradient drink having at least two color layers within the beverage container.

Abstract: A group head (20) for an espresso machine (10), the group head (20) comprising: a group head bracket (36) for detachable engagement with a portafilter (30) holding a puck (22) of ground coffee in a filter basket (64) to dispense an espresso coffee; a conduit (34) for receiving a flow of water to the portafilter (30); and, a heater (32) mounted in the group head (20) to heat the flow of water to the portafilter (30).

Abstract: The present application relates to Dynamic Flow Control in beverage preparation machines, to dynamically regulate the flow rate of water supplied to brewing assemblies of professional espresso coffee machine so as to dynamically modify the coffee dispensing conditions, varying the organoleptic properties of the in-cup beverage accordingly.

Abstract: A beverage preparation machine includes a thermal conditioning device, such as a heater or cooler. The thermal conditioning device contains a control unit for controlling a start-up phase of the thermal conditioning device from a temperature of inactivity to an operative temperature. The control unit includes a controller with a start-up profile for starting-up the thermal conditioning device, and the start-up profile has at least one parameter. The controller has a self-learning mode for adjusting the at least one parameter. A temperature sensor is connected to the controller for measuring a temperature of the thermal conditioning device. The self-learning mode causes the controller during a start-up phase to: calculate a ramp value representative of a rate of change in temperature during the start-up phase of the thermal conditioning device; adjust the at least one parameter as a function of the adjusted ramp value; and use the adjusted at least one parameter for a remainder of the start-up phase.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel microwaveable food cover device. The device is a food-safe, microwaveable container with a water supply for preventing dehydration of food as it is heated. The microwaveable food cover device comprises a body component for covering a user's food while in the microwave. The body component comprises a plurality of through-holes to allow moisture inside the cover. Further, a water cup is secured to the side of the body component which is filled with water during use to create moisture. Users can pour water into the cup attached to the side of the body component. The water adds moisture to the food via the plurality of through-holes to prevent heat from drying it up. The device can also help prevent food splatter to keep a microwave clean.

Abstract: Proposed are a lid opener and an automatic cooking appliance having the same. The lid opener includes a main pivot rod having a first fixing pin and a second fixing pin, and a moving pivot rod which is coupled to the first fixing pin and rotates. A lid is opened vertically upward by using the moving pivot rod pinned to the first fixing pin for an initial period of time t1 for which the lid is opened from a container, and after that, the lid is opened by rotating the main pivot rod relative to the second fixing pin. When opening the lid from the container by applying the automatic appliance having a simple structure, the lid is opened vertically upward at an initial state such that steam inside the container is released and liquid sticking to the lower surface of the lid falls into the container.

Abstract: An automatic cooking machine (1) and a control method therefor are provided. The automatic cooking machine (1) comprises a cabinet assembly (11), and a control module, an information acquisition module, and a multiple heating bins (2) provided on the cabinet assembly (11). The information acquisition module is configured to acquire cooking information of a meal box and transmit the cooking information to the control module; and the control module is configured to receive the cooking information and control the heating bins (2) to cook food in the meal box.

Abstract: The present application discloses an air fryer with an atmosphere light assembly, comprising an upper housing assembly and an atmosphere light assembly, wherein the upper housing assembly comprises a ring-shaped upper housing, the upper housing encloses a first chamber, the upper housing is made of transparent material; wherein the atmosphere light assembly comprises a ring-shaped lightshade within the first chamber, an LED light strip wound around a bottom of an outer perimeter of the lightshade, and a circuit board electrically connected to the LED light strip; and a plurality of light guiding columns are provided on an upper ring of an outer side wall of the lightshade. By providing the atmosphere light assembly, the LED light strip may change the flashing frequency and color according to different cooking states, which is more intuitive and improves the user's cooking experience.

Abstract: A cooking appliance includes a cooking chamber; a cooking plate that can be moved between a first plate position and a second plate position; and a collection device configured to collect cooking juices from food on the cooking plate and having a collection tray located underneath the cooking plate. The cooking plate includes a drainage port opening into an internal volume of the cooking plate and located plumb with the collection tray, the drainage port being configured to allow the cooking juices contained in the internal volume to drain into the collection tray regardless of the position of the cooking plate.

Abstract: A gas cooktop includes a gas burner for selectively generating a flow of heated air, a griddle defining a probe receptacle, a griddle magnet positioned within the probe receptacle, and a temperature sensor configured for receipt within the probe receptacle. The temperature sensor includes a sensor housing, a temperature probe extending from the sensor housing, a probe switch positioned on the sensor housing, and a probe magnet positioned on the sensor housing, the probe magnet engaging and griddle magnet to secure the temperature sensor and trigger the probe switch when the temperature probe is installed in the probe receptacle.

Abstract: Systems are disclosed for cleaning a fryer using a washing element coupled to a bottom wall of a cooking chamber. An upper portion of the washing element extends above the bottom wall of the cooking chamber and includes a plurality of spray jet nozzles that are separated at predetermined angles relative to one another around a periphery of the upper portion of the washing element to orient the plurality of spray jet nozzles so as to spray a plurality of pressurized streams of the cooking medium to predetermined areas of the cooking chamber, including at least one corner of the cooking chamber. Also disclosed is a fryer that includes a spreader bar that maintains an electric heating coil in the serpentine pattern. The spreader bar is coupled to the upper surface of the electric heating coil and is disposed at a predetermined distance away from the bottom wall.

Abstract: Provided is a fried food preparation system, which relates to the technical field of food equipment. The fried food preparation system includes a food dispenser assembly, a manipulator arm assembly, a deep fryer assembly and a frying basket. The deep fryer assembly and the food dispenser assembly are respectively arranged in parallel on both sides of the manipulator arm assembly, wherein the manipulator arm assembly is connected with the frying basket and makes the frying basket move in a plane formed by a first direction and a second direction.

Abstract: A brewing assembly with a bean hopper assembly that comprises a housing and a tub at least partially located in the housing. The tub defines a pocket configured to hold beans, and an opening extends through the tub to route beans into a provided grinder. A knob extends through the opening and includes a first locking member that includes a locked position where the tub is fixed to the housing, and an unlocked position where the tub is selectively fixed to the housing. A push button assembly includes a second locking member that is selectively moveable to an actuated position when the first locking member is in the unlocked position to release the tub, and where the tub is fixed to the housing when the second locking member is in the actuated position and the first locking member is in the locked position.

Abstract: A food processing device includes a base housing having an attachment receiver arranged to receive a food processing attachment that is configured to perform a food processing operation. The attachment receiver includes an electrical connector having a plurality of electrical contacts. The device includes a first processor having a plurality of ports where each port of the plurality of ports is in electrical communication with each of the plurality of electrical contacts. The first processor is configured to: i) receive an identification signal at a first port of the plurality of ports via the electrical connector from a second processor in the received food processing attachment to identify the received food processing attachment, and ii) when an identification signal is not received, monitor a voltage at each of the plurality of ports to identify the received food processing attachment.

Abstract: A blender system that includes a base that is selectively and operatively engaged with a container that is shown and described herein. The base may include a near field communications chip that may communicate with a near field communications chip of a container. The base also includes a motor that is selectively and operatively engaged with a blade disposed within a container.