Abstract: A connection arrangement for panels including a first panel having a first main plane and a second panel having a second main plane. The first main plane is essentially perpendicular to the second main plane in a connected state. The second panel includes a groove on a first face adapted to receive a first edge of the first panel. The connection arrangement includes an elongate flexible tongue element arranged in an elongate insertion groove in the first panel at an angle of less than 45° relative the first main plane and arranged to cooperate with an elongate tongue receiving groove arranged in the groove of the second panel for connecting the two panels to one another. The elongate insertion groove and the elongate flexible tongue element are configured to extend through the plane of the first face of the second panel when the two panels are in a connected state.

Abstract: A shelf unit includes four leg rods and two assembly mechanisms. The leg rods extend in an up-down direction, are spaced apart from each other, and are equally divided into two leg pairs. Each of the assembly mechanisms includes a first connecting subunit that is mounted to a top end of a respective one of the leg pairs, and a second connecting subunit that is mounted to a bottom end of the respective one of the leg pairs. One of the first and second connecting subunits of each of the assembly mechanisms has two engaging holes each of which is configured to be non-circular. The other one of the first and second connecting subunits of each of the assembly mechanisms has two through holes each of which corresponds in position to a respective one of the engaging holes of the assembly mechanism in the up-down direction.

Abstract: A bracket for a floating shelf comprises a solid plate with a planar back side to abut to a wall. A plurality of circular apertures extends through the solid plate. A plurality of rods is secured to the solid plate and extend therefrom, with each rod having a proximal end received within a different one of the plurality of circular apertures. The proximal ends of the plurality of rods are flush with the planar back side of the solid plate and the wall. An array of counterbore slots or bores with enlarged openings extend through the solid plate and is arranged in series and extend laterally from one lateral side of the solid plate to an opposite lateral side of the solid plate.

Abstract: A garage door mountable storage assembly for increasing storage capacity of a garage includes a first connector, a first coupler, and a retaining unit. The first connector and the first coupler are mountable to a panel of a garage door so that an imaginary line extending therebetween is substantially perpendicular to upper and lower limits of the panel. The retaining unit has engaged thereto a second connector and a second coupler, which are complementary to the first connector and the first coupler, respectively. The second connector and the second coupler are positioned to selectively engage the first connector and the first coupler to removably engage the retaining unit to the panel of the garage door. The retaining unit can be positioned around an article, with the retaining unit extending between the first connector and the first coupler, to removably secure the article to the panel of the garage door.

Abstract: A multi-layered lighted painting and etching easel assembly includes an easel portion having length-adjustable frame legs extending and being wedged between a floor and ceiling. The easel portion includes lower support blocks for receiving an edge of a transparent easel workpiece. The easel portion includes lower retaining blocks configured to receive an edge of the easel workpiece and is slidably and lockingly movable in and out of the lower notch. The assembly includes a holder portion displaced from the easel portion that includes a holding plate that defines a window. The holding plate may include a bottom face having support rods extending forwardly for supporting the workpiece(s). The easel assembly includes a display portion situated rearwardly of the holder portion, and that includes a light panel mounted to a rear of the holding plate that is operable to direct light toward the window and through the workpieces when energized.

Abstract: The invention discloses a multifunctional vibration equipment, includes a fixed frame; a movable frame movably arranged relative to the fixed frame; a first driving member arranged on the fixed frame for driving the movable frame moving backwards and forwards relative to the fixed frame; and a rolling guide unit including a fixed base, a movable base, and a roller. The movable base is movably arranged relative to the fixed base, the roller is defined between the fixed and the movable base, the fixed base is arranged on the fixed frame, the movable frame is arranged on the movable base; the fixed base is provided with a first slot, the movable frame is provided with a second slot for cooperating with the first slot, two ends of the roller are respectively accommodated in the first and the second slot, the movable base rolls on the fixed base via the roller.

Abstract: A mattress foundation includes a top frame and a bottom frame. Bracket assemblies are between the top frame and the bottom frame. The bottom frame has a first bottom segment and a second bottom segment each rotatably connected to bracket assemblies. The top frame has a first top segment and the second top segment each rotatably connected to bracket assemblies. The first bottom segment, the second bottom segment, the first top segment, and the second top segment are rotatable relative to each other and the bracket assemblies between a folded position and an unfolded position.

Abstract: A bed frame has left, intermediate and right longitudinal support bars, each having two main body sections and an intermediate section connected between two main body sections, via a connecting piece. A first through hole is disposed at an end of each of the main body sections adjacent to the intermediate section. The connecting piece is provided with a second through hole on a side connected to the main body section. When the second through hole is aligned with the first through hole, a support bar pivot shaft can run through the first through hole and second through hole so that the two main body sections can rotate about their respective support bar pivot shafts in a vertical plane relative to the intermediate section. Folding the bed frame is simple and easy to implement, and the bed frame, in a folded state, facilitates transportation and compact storage.

Abstract: A multi-factor authentication method and system is provided such that a push notification during an authentication process is only received if a mobile device and user are authenticated prior to receiving the push notification. Either the mobile device itself or a second device sending the push notification may be programmed to either reject or not forward the authentication request. Additionally, using the method of the present invention, enhanced security is provided by requiring the location of the mobile device and the second device to be approximately in the same geographical location.

Abstract: An electric bed includes a bed support, a cushion container, a vibrating motor, and a retaining belt. The bed support has a hollow portion. The cushion container includes a main body having a top portion received in the hollow portion, a chamber provided inside the main body, and at least one first heat dissipating hole communicated with the chamber to an ambient environment. The vibrating motor is disposed in the chamber of the cushion container. The retaining belt is disposed to the bed support and attached on a bottom edge of the cushion container to fix the cushion container to the bed support. As a result, the vibrating motor can be firmly mounted by a simple way to achieve convenient assembly, and the heat generated by the vibrating motor due to operation for a long period of time can be effectively dissipated.

Abstract: An air mattress relates to the field of air mattresses. The air mattress includes a mattress main body, an inflation and deflation device. The mattress main body is provided with an inflation chamber and a first airflow channel. The inflation chamber is communicated to the first airflow channel. The inflation and deflation device includes a driving device, a first air inlet and a first air outlet. When the first air outlet is communicated to the first airflow channel, the inflation and deflation device is in an inflation state, and the driving device is configured to drive external air to pass through the first air inlet and the first air outlet in sequence to form an inflation airflow discharged from the first air outlet; and the inflation airflow discharged from the first air outlet fills the inflation chamber through the first airflow channel to inflate the mattress main body.

Abstract: A seat assembly with an adjustable head restraint assembly capable of being adjusted based on an approximate stature or spatial location of an occupant in the seat assembly. A seat assembly may include a sensor in the seat to detect if an occupant is present. The sensor may include a plurality of bladders and pressure sensors, a radar system, or a neuro-monitoring sensor. The sensor may send a signal to a controller indicating the presence of an occupant. The controller may approximate the size and/or spatial location of the occupant and send an adjustment signal to the head restraint adjustment mechanism to adjust the head restraint assembly to an in-use position. The controller may determine that an occupant is not present and send an adjustment signal to the head restraint adjustment mechanism to adjust the head restraint assembly to a non-use position.

Abstract: A cushion assembly for supporting a sitting or reclining person includes a cushion formed with a cushion aperture. The person may suspend a part of their body within the void space of the cushion aperture to avoid contact pressure between the cushion assembly and the suspended body part. An optional cushion insert may be positioned in the cushion aperture. The cushion insert is formed with a bilobate insert aperture and an insert ridge projecting into the insert aperture has a first insert aperture lobe extending away from a first side of the insert ridge and a second insert aperture lobe extending away from a second side of the insert ridge. The cushion insert modifies a size and perimeter shape of the void space in the cushion aperture.

Abstract: A chair is provided with a seat support frame which may be comprised of at least two tubes spaced apart by a polymer connector. The seat support frame supports a foam cushion and the frame may be embedded in the foam and may include flexible supports across the support frame also embedded in the foam. A rigid panel has a cavity and the rigid panel is arranged adjacent an outer surface of the foam cushion with at least part of the foam cushion positioned within the cavity, wherein the rigid panel is affixed to the support frame and an inner surface of the rigid panel faces the outer surface of the foam cushion.

Abstract: An Outdoor chair comprising a chair body, said chair body having front support leg on both sides, said front support leg having rear support leg extended laterally on the sides of said front support leg, said front support leg being connected to said rear support leg by means of a pivot axis, said front support leg being rotate and fold around the pivot axis, a recess and an arcuate mounting path being provided at the connection between said front support leg and said rear support leg, and said front support leg being provided with a large spacer corresponding to said recess, a small spacer sliding on said arcuate mounting path, the spacer being able to share the pressure borne by the bolt and reduce the friction between the bolt and the threaded hole.

Abstract: A display container for botanical samples includes: (a) an enclosure including a container body having an open top and a lid detachably mounted to the container body and covering the open top. The container body and the lid enclose an interior chamber for storing a botanical sample. The lid has a transparent viewing section extending over the interior chamber for viewing the botanical sample. The display container further includes (b) one or more scent ports extending through the lid between the chamber and environment. The one or more scent ports are spaced apart from the transparent viewing section. The display container further includes (c) a plug mounted to the lid and sealing the one or more scent ports. At least a portion of the plug is movable away from the lid to expose the one or more scent ports for sampling an aroma of the botanical sample.

Abstract: A support apparatus for holding a monitor is disclosed. The support apparatus can include an elongate arm pivotally connected to a support member and configured to couple to the monitor. The elongate arm can be pivotable within a range of motion between first and second mechanical stops, and can include a locking mechanism to lock the elongate arm into a selected pivoting position. The support member can extend between first and second side walls that define the mechanical stops. The support apparatus can include a mounting mechanism comprising receiving slots for securely holding the monitor. The mounting mechanism can allow the monitor to be mounted at various positions and orientations. The support apparatus allows the monitor to be positioned at various angles and heights, providing flexibility and customization in the placement of the monitor.

Abstract: The invention constitutes a device in which flat artwork, like drawings, woodblock prints, photos and posters can be mounted, having the properties that the artwork easily can be circulated from archives into and out of the device without being damaged by mounting. It is, basically, a frame with a back support in the form of a board that can be opened and closed like a door whereby the artwork is mounted by pressure from this board without using tape, photo corners or glue or any other potentially harmful methods.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a spliced frame comprising: an outer frame, which is closed and is formed by a plurality of framed profiles, and the ends of adjacent framed profiles being connected to form a frame corner; a pushrod having two ends slidably abutting against inside walls of the adjacent framed profiles respectively, the pushrod and two framed profiles abutting against the pushrod forming a triangular connection; a corner clip comprising an upper patch being fixedly mounted on upper end surfaces of the framed profiles and an inner flap being folded inward and extended to an inside of the outer frame, and the inner flap being provided with a positioning hole; and a positioning rod passing through a through hole of the pushrod and the positioning hole in turn, and provided with a fastening structure for restricting a relative position between the pushrod and the corner clip.

Abstract: A baby-safe drying apparatus, including a generally pair shaped housing having a bottom portion connected to a middle portion tapering to a top portion, an electric fan connected to an interior wall of the housing and operative to draw air into an air inlet and out an air outlet, and a rechargeable battery supported within the bottom portion. The housing has a generally hollow interior with the air inlet located on the bottom portion and the air outlet located on the top portion. The air outlet is generally perpendicular to the housing in an upright position. The electric fan is arranged to be baby-safe. The rechargeable battery operationally providing power to the electric fan. The lower portion has a greater mass than the middle and top portions such that the center of gravity of the housing is lowered.

Abstract: An environment-friendly carry device is provided, including: a main body, including at least one through hole, the at least one through hole being configured for receiving and holding at least one object; at least one handle portion, connected with the main body and configured for gripping; and at least two wing portions, connected with the main body.

Abstract: A beverage holder includes a frame, an insert, and a cover. The frame includes a sidewall having an upper end and a lower end, and a bottom wall extending across the lower end. The upper end defines a plurality of protrusions. The sidewall and the bottom wall cooperatively define a chamber. The insert includes a peripheral rim defining a plurality of apertures that receive the plurality of protrusions and a flexible collar extending from the peripheral rim and at least partially into the chamber. The flexible collar defines an opening leading to the chamber. The cover includes a plurality of interfaces that engage with the plurality of protrusions to couple the cover to the upper end of the sidewall and to secure the insert between the frame and the cover. The cover defines an aperture that aligns with the chamber and the opening.

Abstract: An adjustable hanger is described with an adjustment dial and internal assembly that enables the adjustable hanger to retract and expand to varying lengths. The adjustable hanger can be adjusted manually using an adjustment dial that a user lifts up to rotate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction to adjust the length of the adjustable hanger as desired. The adjustable hanger can include pre-determined sizes or lengths that range from a “0” size whereby the hanger is fully retracted and useful for storage or transport. Additionally, the hanger can include pre-determined positions for a small, medium, large, and x-large or other sizes for an article of clothing or another item. The hanger includes a faceplate, baseplate, adjustable dial, control pillar, control link, and a first movable arm and a second movable arm made up of connecting rods that can rotationally engage with each other to extend and retract.

Abstract: A container for a foodstuff or beverage preparation machine, the container for containing beverage or foodstuff material and including a code encoding preparation information. The code has a reference portion and a data portion, the reference portion including an arrangement of at least two reference units defining a reference line r, the data portion including a plurality of adjacent sectors arranged on an encoding line D. Each sector is bounded by a first circumferential position and a second circumferential position on the encoding line D, and each sector contains a data unit arranged on the encoding line D between the first and second circumferential positions. The data unit is arranged a distance d extending from the first circumferential position as a variable to at least partially encode a parameter of the preparation information, whereby the encoding line D is circular and is arranged with a tangent thereto orthogonal the reference line r at an intersection point.

Abstract: An outdoor cooking station configured to keep cooked food warm within a warming chamber of the cooking station. The cooking station includes a main body with frame components and panels, the panels coupled to the frame components so as to extend and define the warming chamber, the warming chamber positioned below heating elements supported by the main body. The warming chamber is fixedly positioned relative to the heating elements. The main body includes a door pivotably coupled to the main body and positioned along a front side of the main body, the door pivotably moveable between an open position and a closed position. With this arrangement, the door facilitates access to the warming chamber to place cooked food therein.

Abstract: A portable base and grill assembly with few parts, that is collapsible, robust, and easily portable and storable is provided. The base includes two parts: a collapsible frame for containing combustion and an insert for holding combustible material including wood and charcoal. The portable grill includes two parts: a collapsible stand and a cooking surface. The cooking surface is a rollable grill that can support cookware or be used to cook food directly. The height of the stand may be adjusted to raise or lower the cooking surface above a heat source. The portable base, portable grill and cooking surface may each be used as a standalone apparatus or combined and used together as in the assembly. The base and grill assembly may be constructed wholly of stainless steel for durability.

Abstract: A leveling device for adjusting the height of a leg member that is meant for the support of an item. The leveling device includes: a first support block having a base and a first tapered surface; a second support block having a base and a second tapered surface; said first and second support blocks constructed and arranged with the respective tapered surfaces in facing relationship; a platform upon which the legs rests; said platform having opposed ends that engage with respective first and second tapered surfaces of the respective first and second support blocks; and a leadscrew that connects between the respective first and second blocks in order to move the respective first and second support blocks toward and away from each other. The movement of the respective first and second support blocks toward and away from each other causes the platform to respectively raise and lower in adjusting the height of the apparatus.

Abstract: A toaster includes an activation element, a power circuit, a heating device and a control device. When the activation element is moved to turn on the power circuit, the control device is powered such that an electromagnet is activated to attract a retaining element to hold the activation element and to actuate a two-state switch, which allows passage of electrical power to the heating device. After a time interval has elapsed, the control device stops the electromagnet from attracting the retaining element such that the retaining element no longer actuates the two-state switch, which cuts off electric power provided to the heating device.

Abstract: A foodstuff preparation device may include a roasting chamber having grinding funnel configured for communicating a foodstuff, having a pre-ground particle size, between two or more grinding stones, such as a first grinding stone and a second grinding stone. A grinding motor may be configured to motivate the foodstuff between the two or more grinding stone so that the foodstuff exits from between a first grinding stone and second grinding stone with a first ground particle size, the first ground particle size smaller than the pre-ground particle size. Generally, the device may be configured to prepare foodstuffs, such as sesame seeds, by roasting and grinding them to produce Tahini, or any other similar prepared food. Optionally, the foodstuff may be communicated into the grinding funnel from a dispensing funnel or from a roasting cavity having a heating element configured to govern the temperature of the roasting cavity.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus (10) for processing food stuff. The apparatus (10) comprises a container (110) for receiving a food stuff; a food processing unit (120) for processing the food stuff in the container; a force sensor (130) for measuring an operation parameter, and a control unit (140) for operating the food processing unit (120) based on measurements received from the sensor. The sensor is furthermore configured to measure an interaction with the apparatus by a user. The control unit is configured to receive measurements of the user interaction from the sensor (130) and process the received measurements to determine if a predetermined user interaction or a predetermined user interaction pattern corresponding to a user input command has been performed by the user.

Abstract: A device control system that includes a memory, and processing circuitry that acquires recipe data of a culinary dish, the recipe data being represented by a graph including a plurality of nodes and edges between the nodes, and processes the acquired recipe data for controlling a device, and the plurality of nodes include an ingredient node that represents an ingredient of the culinary dish, and a culinary dish node that represents the culinary dish, the edge represents an action that is necessary for state transition between the nodes, an ingredient ID that uniquely identifies the ingredient is assigned to the ingredient node, an action ID that uniquely identifies the action is assigned to the edge, and the processing circuitry controls the device based on the acquired recipe data.

Abstract: A chopping board for foodstuffs has a base and an upper part which can be arranged detachably on the base. A cutting surface on which foodstuff to be chopped can be arranged and cut is formed on an upper-part upper side. The upper part has connecting elements, by which the upper part is located on the base. The base of the chopping board has at least one bearing surface by which the chopping board sits on a supporting surface. The upper part has an optical element, by which electromagnetic radiation emitted and/or reflected by the cut foodstuff, in particular near-IR light, is propagated. At least one radiation sensor for detecting electromagnetic radiation, more particularly an interferometer, is arranged in a sensor area of the base assigned to the optical element, by which sensor the electromagnetic radiation is detected, so that characteristics of the foodstuff to be chopped can be determined.

Abstract: Provided is a cutting board including a first board section, a second board section, and a hinge assembly pivotally coupling the first and second board sections together. The first board section has a first top surface, a first bottom surface, a first inner surface, a first outer surface, a first front surface, and a first rear surface and the second board section has a second top surface, a second bottom surface, a second inner surface, a second outer surface, a second front surface, and a second rear surface. The hinge assembly pivotally and removably couples the first and second board sections together such that the first and second inner surfaces face one another in an unfolded position and the first and second bottom surfaces face one another in a folded position.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for preventing the spread debris and collecting liquids from the surface of handheld tooling. The apparatus of the present invention is operable to provide a sanitation pad comprised of a plurality of peelable units which are capable of absorbing liquids (e.g., water, and oils) and collecting debris for preventing contamination to the immediate work environment. The units may be comprised of various layers and material thereby allowing for various handheld tooling applications.

Abstract: A single button allows a pot handle to be used as a pot stand, and thus there is no need for a separate additional component or handle. Even when a pot handle is used, a portion used in a folded state is protected by a holding projection and a protruding cover. In addition, a portion connected to a pot is spaced a certain distance from the pot, thus minimizing the amount of heat conducted when cooking food. A lateral movement prevention member is provided at the outer diameter of the bottom surface of a fixing piece and minimizes the lateral movement of the pot handle when the pot handle is used as the stand, and thus the pot handle can be safely used as the stand.

Abstract: Embodiments provide for a consolidated towel holder or rack. An example consolidated towel holder includes a base, a first support member extending upward from the base, a second support member extending upward from the base and configured for supporting a paper towel roll, a cap in slidable contact with the first support member via an extension member such that the cap gravitationally rests atop the paper towel roll, and a third support member extending perpendicularly from the first support member and configured for supporting a fabric towel or cleaning apparatus.

Abstract: A drying apparatus is proposed. A main body (100) may constitute the frame of the drying apparatus. A front end frame (102) and a rear end frame (106) may constitute the exterior of the main body (100). A moving bar (230) may discharge air while moving up and down along the front surface of the main body (100). A duct (130) may be installed in the main body (100), and air flown by a fan assembly (160) may be separated in the duct and be discharged to a user through the edges of the front surface of the main body to dry the user. A drive assembly (210) moving the moving bar (230) up and down may be installed in the installation space (150) defined in the duct (130).

Abstract: An interactive training toilet to aid in potty training a child. The training toilet has sensors to detect to liquid waste, solid waste, and flatulence. The training toilet plays audio to relax and encourage the child. The training toilet records a timeline of bodily functions and sends a report to a connected application. One embodiment is an independent unit, and another embodiment attaches to a standard toilet.

Abstract: The invention is for liners provided for use in a flush toilet with an interior. The liners are configured to fit within the interior area of the toilet bowl to contact an upper surface of the toilet water. The liners prevent soiling of the interior of the toilet bowl and facilitate the efficient removal and flushing of human waste. The liner acts as a barrier between the toilet bowl and wastewater, whereby the liner can then be flushed along with the contents of the bowl, thereby extending the period between necessary cleanings.

Abstract: An electronic fluid applicating device for applying fluid to and spreading the fluid over a user includes a tube coupled to a handle, the tube defining a channel. An applicator is rotationally coupled to the tube. The applicator includes a cavity and a dispensing nozzle extending from the cavity to an outer surface. The cavity is fluidically coupled to the channel and the dispensing nozzle, and the dispensing nozzle is configured to dispense a fluid. The applicator is configured to rotate and spread the fluid over the user when the outer surface of the applicator frictionally engages a user and the fluid while the fluid covers the user. A pump is fluidically coupled to the channel and is positioned such that the pump is configured for compelling the fluid from a fluid source serially through the channel, the cavity of the applicator, and the dispensing nozzle.

Abstract: A method and system for path sweeping of a cleaning robot, and a chip are disclosed. The method includes: detecting, in real time, a collision state of the cleaning robot in a turning process during S-shaped sweeping in a current cleaning area; and then controlling an -shaped path of the cleaning robot according to the collision state, so that the cleaning robot achieves sweeping an area between an arc-shaped edge corresponding to a turning part of the -shaped path, and a corner of the current cleaning area.

Abstract: A floor cleaner including a including a base, an upright portion, and a recovery tank. The recovery tank includes a baffle configured to separate liquid and air from a liquid-laden stream entering the recovery tank.

Abstract: A sterilizer for an autonomous robotic cleaner is revealed. An ultraviolet (UV) sterilizer is disposed on a top surface of an autonomous robotic cleaner. When the autonomous robotic cleaner is moved for cleaning the floor, consumers can activate the UV sterilizer by remote control to perform sterilization of indoor environments according to their needs. Thus a clean and hygienic environment is achieved. A person or pet in area to be cleaned is detected in a real time manner by a thermal sensor module so that the UV sterilizer is turned off immediately to protect the person or pet from injuries caused by exposure to UV light.

Abstract: An extraction cleaner may include a base, an upright body pivotally coupled to the base, a supply tank removably coupled to the upright body and a recovery tank removably coupled to the upright body. The base may include a non-removable door and a removable suction nozzle. At least one fluid dispensing nozzle may be provided on the door. The door may be pivotally coupled to the base for providing access to an agitator. The cleaner may include and auto-spray configuration. The cleaner may include a support on the upright portion for the recovery tank. The cleaner may include an additive tank received in a receptacle of the supply tank. The recovery tank may include a float and/or an airflow management configuration. The cleaner may include a cleaning tool and a suction changeover valve and/or a fluid changeover valve. The cleaner may include a mixing valve for supplying fluid to a fluid changeover valve.

Abstract: A beverage container washing system may be used for rapid washing and/or sanitizing of beverage containers, e.g., for use in a retail environment to wash and/or sanitize customer-provided beverage containers prior to filling the beverage containers with purchased beverages, among other applications. Separate entrance and exit openings may be provided in some instances to minimize employee interaction with unwashed customer beverage containers. A spray assembly may be used to spray wash fluid heated to a sanitizing temperature onto beverage containers and an ultraviolet sanitizing assembly may be used to emit ultraviolet light toward beverage containers. The spray assembly may also include a tank with first and second chambers and a cross-over with an inverted conduit fluidly coupling the first and second chambers.

Abstract: A console base for an appliance holding a circuit board includes a clip for holding an edge connector in place during operation of the appliance. The console base includes a connector support structure including a resilient tab allowing selective connection and release of the connector without disassembly of the appliance.

Abstract: A washing apparatus (e.g. a laundry washing machine, dishwasher, etc.) and method configure a wash cycle in part based on spectral data obtained from a spectrometer positioned with the washing apparatus and analyzed in a remote cloud service.

Abstract: A cleaner includes: a suction motor that generates suction force; a dust separation unit disposed under the suction motor and separates dust from air; a handle disposed behind the suction motor; and a battery disposed under the handle and behind the dust separation unit to supply power to the suction motor.

Abstract: A surface cleaner includes a suction source that generates a suction airflow to draw liquid-laden air along a fluid flow path from a dirty air inlet to a recovery tank. The recovery tank includes a chamber for storing liquid, an inlet along the fluid flow path, an outlet aperture along the fluid flow path, and a float having an indicator. An inflow path upstream of the inlet connects the dirty air inlet to the recovery tank. The float moves between a first position spaced away from the outlet aperture allowing air to exit the recovery tank along the fluid flow path, and a second position adjacent the outlet aperture obstructing the fluid flow path. The indicator is visible to a user when the float is in the second position.

Abstract: Applicant has created vacuum apparatuses with improved stability and methods for improving the stability of a wet/dry vacuum. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a motor, a removable drum adapted to store debris collected by the apparatus, and a base that can be adapted to receive the removable drum. The motor can be adapted to be interposed between the removable drum and the base. The methods can include the step of providing a base, the step of providing a removable drum adapted to be coupled to the base, and the step of coupling a vacuum motor to the base such that the vacuum motor is adapted to be disposed beneath the removable drum when the drum is coupled to the base. By relocating the motor of vacuum apparatus beneath the drum, the vacuum's center of gravity can be lowered significantly and, thus, its propensity to tip over is minimized.