Abstract: An aerosol delivery system comprises an aerosol delivery device, a puff characterisation processor configured to estimate an average of a puff characteristic by a user of the aerosol delivery device for a plurality of puffs, a control processor configured to alter a composition of an aerosol delivered to the user by the delivery device, the puff characterisation processor being configured to detect any change in an estimated average puff characteristic after the composition of the aerosol has been altered, and the control processor being configured to, if such a change exceeds a predetermined first threshold, at least partially reverse the alteration to the composition of the aerosol.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette having double atomizing cores and a method for controlling the heat balance thereof. The electronic cigarette having double atomizing cores includes: a cigarette rod, the cigarette rod includes an oil compartment having a lithium battery, a circuit board, a fixing plate, a first atomizing core, and a second atomizing core arranged therein; the lithium battery supplies power to the circuit board, and the circuit board controls the first atomizing core and the second atomizing core to maintain balanced heating under a single-core alternating operating mode and a double-core simultaneous operating mode, the fixing plate is used for fixing the first atomizing core and the second atomizing core and is connected with the positive and negative electrodes of the lithium battery.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes a cartridge having a chamber formed therein to store a liquid, a body coupled to the cartridge, an ambient temperature sensor configured to sense the ambient temperature of the aerosol-generating device, and a controller. The cartridge includes a wick connected to the chamber and a heater configured to heat the wick. The controller updates a calculation equation for use in calculation of the temperature of the heater based on the ambient temperature sensed by the ambient temperature sensor, determines the temperature of the heater based on the updated calculation equation, and adjusts the amount of power supplied to the heater based on the determined temperature of the heater.

Abstract: A heat transfer assembly for heating an aerosol generating medium, such as a cigarette, without burning. The heat transfer assembly comprises a heat absorber, a heat modulator, and a heat diffuser. The heat absorber is configured to absorb thermal energy from a proximate heat source in a first temperature range. The heat absorber is thermally coupled to the heat modulator, and the heat modulator is thermally coupled to the heat diffuser. The heat modulator is configured to absorb the thermal energy emitted from the heat source, and to provide thermal energy to the heat diffuser in a second temperature range different to the first temperature range, wherein the lowest temperature of the first temperature range is greater than the highest temperature of the second temperature range. The heat modulator comprises at least one phase change material.

Abstract: A method for concealing skin contours in a groin area for fastening to a garment includes a method having the steps of providing a cover and positioning the cover between a pair of leg openings of the garment thereafter. A bottom surface of the cover abuts to an interior surface of the lower garment and the cover fastens to the lower garment. A top surface of the cover abuts to the groin area of the user wearing the lower garment, wherein the cover conceals contours of the groin.

Abstract: In accordance with this disclosure, an article of infant apparel may comprise a bodice portion; a pair of wing portions attached to each side of the bodice portion; and a pair of closures, each closure located at a junction between the bodice portion and one of the pair of wing portions. In a first configuration, the pair of closures may be open, and each of the wing portions may be expanded, such that the wing portions extend laterally from opposite sides of the bodice portion and define a portion of an outer perimeter of the article of infant apparel. In a second configuration, the pair of closures may be closed, and each of the wing portions may be collapsed into and retained within the bodice portion by a respective closure, such that the junction defines a portion of an outer perimeter of the article of infant apparel.

Abstract: A garment support includes a body including a top portion, a middle portion, and bottom portion, the top portion includes a first leg and a second leg defining a receptacle extending along a length of the body to receive and support a garment, and the bottom portion includes a lower edge that is pointed along the length of the body.

Abstract: A woman's multi-tummy layer body shaper with variable density mesh undergarment which includes breast pockets and buttocks pockets made of flexible lace patterned mesh, includes a top region and a multi-layer compression abdominal region below the breasts. For women, the garment has a crotch area made of two overlapping pieces of fabric, leaving a gap to use in the restroom. The garment also includes a pair of arm coverings which cover at least a shoulder clavicle area of the wearer, with optional short sleeves, half sleeves or full sleeves, and optional leg coverings of variable lengths. The body shaper undergarment also includes an abdominal compression area, which includes an inner skin contact compressive breathable, sweat-porous layer therethrough, a middle textured, breathable, sweat-porous compressive layer and an outer breathable, sweat-porous, compressive layer. An optional front openable corset may be provided to the body shaper undergarment.

Abstract: An adjustable strap comprises an elongated length and mating fastening portions on one side of the strap adjacent to one end of the strap. Gaps or spaces between the mating fastening portions or members provide a tactile effect or response when adjusting the strap to the closed position. The strap is permanently or releasably secured at one end to an attachment point or stabilizing component. The opposite end with the mating fastening portions folds to mate the portions and secure the strap in a closed configuration. The length of the strap can wrap around an object to mate the fastening portions. Alternatively, the length can interact with an additional stabilizing component or guiding member before mating the fastening portions to secure the strap.

Abstract: An article of apparel, system, and methods optionally include a textile material, a mobile device holder, coupled to the textile material, configured to secure a mobile device with respect to the article of apparel, and an electrical system. The electrical system includes an antenna, configured to communicatively couple with a primary antenna of the mobile device, positioned in relation in the holder, a power supply, coupled to the antenna, configured to output power based on a current as generated in the antenna when communicatively coupled with the primary antenna, a controller, coupled to the power supply, operable based on the power as output by the power supply, and a sensor, coupled to the textile material, communicatively coupled to the controller via a conductor, configured to detect a sensor condition and output a sensor signal when powered by the power output by the power supply.

Abstract: Protective shoulder pads, having: a neck portion defining a neck opening; shoulder portions attached to the neck portion; and a front panel assembly extending from the neck portion. The front panel assembly includes: a central panel secured to the neck portion in a fixed position and extending downwardly from the neck portion along a centerline of the protective shoulder pad, side panels disposed on opposite sides of the centerline, and a movable panel overlapping the side panels, the movable panel extending transversely relative to the centerline and being movable relative to the central panel and along the centerline, the movable panel being positionable at a plurality of positions relative to the central panel, the plurality of positions including an upper-most position and a lower-most position, an overlapping area between the movable panel and the side panels greater in the upper-most position than in the lower-most positions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel protective shirt device. The device is a protective undershirt to be worn during contact sports like baseball, softball, or even hockey. A core function of the device during wear is the protection of soft tissue, bone, and organs by providing designated areas of protection. The protective shirt device comprises a shirt component with a plurality of protection areas positioned in designated areas on the shirt component. Further, the shirt component comprises a torso section, a neck opening, and two sleeve components. Padding components are secured to the plurality of protection areas to absorb the impact of a pitch or line drive. Further, each protection area is independent of the other areas, allowing free range of motion and expansion of the muscle groups.

Abstract: A lattice structure includes a first layer and a second layer disposed on and overlaying the first layer. The first layer includes a plurality of interior cells, and adjacent interior cells along both a first axis and a second axis are interconnected. The second layer includes a plurality of exterior cells, and adjacent exterior cells are connected along the second axis but not the first axis. A channel is formed between unconnected adjacent exterior cells above interconnected adjacent interior cells. The lattice structure may be formed during a method of manufacturing a protective pad that further includes folding the lattice structure according to a pattern to form an articulated protective structure.

Abstract: A side opening vest includes a front panel and a back panel that are connected by shoulder straps and that are spaced apart from each other defining a left side gap and a right side gap. Straps extend from the back panel across the gaps for connection with the front panel. The front panel has engagement areas for receiving the straps to connect the front and back panels of the garment. The vest includes an adapter system enabling the use of any selected one of a plurality of different closure mechanisms to releasably connect the straps with the front panel.

Abstract: A protective vest is cropped and tight fitting for contraction around the chest and upper back regions. It has pockets for holding gel pads in a modular manner to suit the desired level of impact protection, or for use as a treatment/rehabilitation apparatus with hot and/or cold pads being inserted in the pockets. The pockets also include sensors for detection of impact data, and this is transferred to a data logger. The sensors are in an envelope of a pocket, so that they overlie pads for optimum operation. A player management system can capture data from multiple vests to provide real time information about player impacts, so that decisions can be made for player welfare. This data can include both impact force and direction elements, and cumulative totals of impact forces may be maintained per plater per time period or session.

Abstract: A three-fold tie with a body folded twice by a gatefold, includes: a body of fabric where body part fabric is folded once by a gatefold and folded once more by a gatefold so that both ends overlap; a blade portion of fabric where sword-shaped blade part fabric is folded once by a gatefold so that both ends overlap and fabric part of the overlapped upper end is folded inward once more; and a tail portion of fabric where sword-shaped tail part fabric is folded once by a gatefold so that both ends overlap and fabric part of the overlapped upper end is folded inward once more.

Abstract: A device and method used to temporarily alter the fit or style of a garment is provided. The device includes a rounded form constructed of a rigid material. The rounded form has a width, a length, a hollow center and an inner edge and an outer edge. The device also includes a continuous elastic band configured to allow the form to pass through it as it is wrapped multiple times securely around the garment fabric. The device provides two methods of application, both of which effectively cinch excess fabric and minimize the bulk by hiding the excess fabric under the garment and holding it flat and smooth. The device remains invisible under clothing and can easily be removed and reused without damage to the garment.

Abstract: A clothing cuff clip attachable to an article of clothing, especially a pants leg cuff, to gather and lift the clothing up from an adjacent surface and provide a modest barrier between the surface and the clothing item being worn. The clothing cuff clip is inexpensive to manufacture in large quantities and may be disposable after extended use. The clip is easy to attach to the lower back edge of the pants leg cuff on the item of clothing being worn and yet remains securely attached even after extended use. Optionally, a contamination indicator that changes in appearance when subjected to significant moisture, a change in pH, or the presence of a selected contaminant material, is positioned on the lower floor contact area of the clip to provide the wearer with an indication of when the clip, and therefore the item of clothing, has come into contact with contaminated materials.

Abstract: A hold-down attachment device attachable to the inside of a shirt and configured to reversibly attach to a wearer's pants or belt to retain the shirt in the proper position on a wearer's body.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to three-dimensional displays, such as floral bouquets, that are arranged to be popped open. The three-dimensional display may include an outer layer and one or more biasing members arranged to bias the display into an open position and/or maintain the display in an open position by attaching the one or more biasing members to tabs of the outer layer. The three-dimensional display may also include one or more inner layers which are insertable into the outer layer of the display. The one or more inner layers may be arranged to form an X-shape when attached to one another. In some embodiments, the inner and outer layers may include printed images of flowers, stems, and leaves. The tabs of the outer layer and the one or more inner layers may also be adhesively secured.

Abstract: Disclosed is a comfort liner for wig users that protects the scalp and skin from irritating contact with the knots and protrusions from the underside of a wig. The comfort liner is made with breathable materials that is comfortable to wear continuously and includes portions covered by a silicone elastomer that reinforce the perimeter of the liner to prevent curling or folding while also having the ability to reshape itself to the user's specific shape for a more comfortable fit. The liner exhibits a compound perimeter shape to fit most head shapes.

Abstract: Provided is an electric ink hard hat system that changes color depending on a surrounding color and an operating method. The electronic ink hard hat system includes a control server configured to divide a work area in a closed-circuit television (CCTV) image into a plurality of grid-shaped sections and calculate a complementary color using red, green, and blue (RGB) values in a point of interest (POI) section where a worker is located among the divided sections, a communication module configured to receive changed color information including the complementary color from the control server, and a smart hard hat configured to output an outer color of a hard hat as the complementary color using electric ink technology, based on the changed color information.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention there is provided a protective helmet impact-absorbing structure, comprising: at least one elongate tapering member formed unitarily from foam, comprising: a base portion; a top portion; and at least one side portion extending in a tapering manner therebetween; wherein the at least one elongate tapering member is arranged for operative location between an inner shell and an outer surface of the helmet.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pivot mechanism for a shield for a helmet, the pivot mechanism comprising a curved track having a first end and a second end; and a clamp slidingly engaged to the curved track, wherein the clamp is configured to attach to an end of the shield and slide along the track between a first position proximate to the first end of the curved track and a second position proximate to the second end of the curved track.

Abstract: Described herein is a self-cleaning visor (1) comprising: a support structure (2) having a see-through portion (2a); an endless transparent film (3); a film drive means (4); and at least one film cleaning means (5); and two fasteners (6). The support structure (2) is releasably attachable to an associated helmet (10) by the two fasteners (6) such that it is tiltable between a raised see-through position (A) and a lowered see-over position (B). The support structure (2) encloses the endless transparent film (3) except for at the see-through portion (2a). The support structure (2) comprises the film drive means (4) and the at least one film cleaning means (5). The support structure (2) supports the endless transparent film (3) to selectively be driven by the film drive means (4) in a continuous loop over the see-through portion (2a) and past the at least one film cleaning means (5).

Abstract: A foot guard that provides shock absorption on a metatarsal region of a shoe, such as a cleat, or a foot is disclosed.

Abstract: Proposed is a health-promoting functional shoe having a function of stimulating a solar plexus point. The functional shoe includes un upper, a middle sole disposed on a bottom surface of the upper, an outsole disposed on a bottom surface of the middle sole, a recess recessed downward in an area corresponding to a sole of a forefoot of a wearer or a sole of a hindfoot of the wearer, or both, on an upper surface of the middle sole, a vibration unit disposed to be inserted into the recess, and an acupressure unit including receiving space portions formed to be concave downward while being disposed in a form surrounding the vibration unit on the upper surface of the middle sole, and elastic springs each fitted into individual receiving space portions.

Abstract: A footwear sole with rope wall and method of manufacture that relates to a finished sole (1) for footwear of the type made from braided jute or esparto rope, normally used for espadrilles and similar footwear, and which, depending on the design, can have a greater or lesser thickness, as well as a heel wedge that is also of variable height. The finished sole (1) presents the particularity of having an inner polyurethane core (4) that, in addition to being lightweight, among other advantages, gives it greater flexibility than other fillers used to date, as well as the ability to not get soaked and increase its weight when wet. A second aspect is the method of manufacture which allows the sole (1) to be obtained.

Abstract: A sole assembly for an article of footwear. The sole assembly includes a top midsole layer, a bottom midsole layer and a plate disposed between the top midsole layer and the bottom midsole layer. The plate includes a forefoot portion with lateral, medial and central longitudinal extensions, and a heel portion with a heel cup and a heel flange extending outwardly from the heel cup. The central and lateral longitudinal extensions are joined by a bridge. The top midsole layer is seated within the heel cup and does not cover the upper surface of the heel flange. The bottom midsole layer underlies and supports the heel flange.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a damping system for an article including a rigid support having at least one reception face extending along a plane, and a spring blade including a first end and a second end. A first means of assembling the article includes a first end with the rigid support. The blade extends along the rigid support on a convex path so that said second end is put in contact with said reception face and is able to move in said plane during compression and/or relaxation of said blade.

Abstract: A sole structure includes a foam element extending from a forefoot region to a heel region. A lower surface of the foam element includes a recess formed in the forefoot region. The sole structure also includes a posterior cushioning arrangement extending along a peripheral region of the sole structure from a heel region to a mid-foot region, and an anterior cushioning arrangement disposed in the recess of the foam element. The anterior cushioning arrangement has a proximal end adjacent to the lower surface of the foam element and a distal end formed on an opposite side of the anterior cushioning arrangement than the proximal end. The anterior cushioning arrangement includes at least one medial bladder proximate to a medial side of the sole structure and at least one lateral bladder proximate to a lateral side of the sole structure.

Abstract: A cushioning component for a wearable article comprises a bladder including a first barrier sheet and a second barrier sheet that define an interior cavity between opposing inner surfaces of the first barrier sheet and the second barrier sheet and are sealed to one another along a peripheral bond to enclose the interior cavity and retain a gas in the interior cavity. A core includes at least one polymeric sheet disposed in the interior cavity entirely inward of the peripheral bond and traversing the interior cavity between and directly bonded to the opposing inner surfaces of the first and second barrier sheets at a plurality of bonds to tether the first barrier sheet to the second barrier sheet. The at least one polymeric sheet does not create any sealed chambers within the bladder that are not in fluid communication with the interior cavity.

Abstract: A shoe including a pliable layer conformably peelably adhered in generally matched engagement with the outsole periphery of the ground engageable surface of the outsole of the shoe.

Abstract: To provide an insole that promotes maintenance of the inclination angle and rotation of a motion axis, which is a rotation axis of the inside of both feet, in a golf swing. By making the thickness of the insole the lowest at the base of the thumb (A), and then gradually increasing the thickness from the medial heel (B), lateral heel (C), and little finger base (D), the thickness of the insole is the lowest, and the thickness is gradually increased to the base of the little finger (D). By maintaining the inclination angle of the ball of the foot and preventing the ball of the foot from lifting due to centrifugal force caused by the swing, the center of gravity is prevented from moving toward the little finger, and smooth rotation from the ball of the foot is promoted.

Abstract: A footwear sweat absorbing system for absorbing sweat from a foot of a wearer includes a sandal including a sole having an upper surface defining an insole removably abutting a bottom a foot of a wearer of the sandal. At least one strap is coupled to the sole and releasably secures the sandal to the foot of the wearer. A pad is removably coupled to the insole of the sandal and absorbs sweat from the foot of the wearer to inhibit the bottom of the foot from sliding upon the insole of the sandal. An adhesive strip is coupled to the pad and removably adheres the pad to the insole of the sandal.

Abstract: A footwear system includes an upper portion, a sole portion, and an adjustable heel. The adjustable heel includes a top section configured to the sole portion at a top surface of the top section. The top section defines a top section vertical cavity, a top section upper horizontal cavity, and a top section lower horizontal cavity. A movable top locking pin is positioned at least partially within the top section upper horizontal cavity. A bottom section is coupled to the top section and configured to extend beyond the bottom surface of the top section when extended and to be contained at least partially within the top section vertical cavity when retracted. A movable spring-loaded locking pin is positioned at least partially within a bottom section upper horizontal cavity. The spring-loaded locking pin is configured to hold the bottom section in an extended or retracted position.

Abstract: Various example garment, footwear and bag articles may include a closable circumference in the form of a mouth, waist or foot opening. A circumference closing system may utilize at least one constrict-able tubular length to releasably retain a selected size of the closable circumference or opening.

Abstract: Systems and methods for generating a footwear configuration are provided. A user input dataset related to footwear is received. A scan of a user foot is determined to be required based on the user input dataset. A request for the scan of the user foot is provided and the scan of the user foot is received in response to the scan of the user foot being required. A foot measurement representative of a portion of the user foot from the scan of the user foot is extracted. A configurable area of the footwear profile is adjusted based on the foot measurement. A recommended footwear configuration is generated based on the footwear profile and the adjusted configurable area.

Abstract: Disclosed is a quick release tool belt for the waist of a user, which includes a support strap, a release band with belt teeth on a first end and a binding with a release mechanism on the second end and slidably coupled to the release band. The binding has a base, a release rotationally attached to the base with a tooth lock, a tooth coupling rotationally attached to the base and engaged with the release and the release band, and a lever rotationally attached to the release and engaged with the release band with a tightening tooth. When the release is in the engaged position the tooth coupling and the lever are engaged with the release band and when the release is in the release position, the tooth coupling is operably engaged with the release and the tooth coupling and the lever are disengaged with the release band.

Abstract: A jewelry bracelet includes a first strap having a first strap first end, a first strap second end and a first strap length, a second strap having a second strap first end, a second strap second end and a second strap length, wherein the first strap first end is tied to the second strap along the second strap length and the second strap first end is tied to the first strap along the first strap length to define a bracelet cavity, a plurality of bead lines, wherein the plurality of bead lines are associated with the first strap and the second strap via a mounting thread to be securely and tightly disposed within the bracelet cavity and a center ring defining a center ring cavity, wherein the first strap second end and the second strap second end are securely associated with the center ring to define a wrist cavity.

Abstract: A bracelet including an upper strip and a lower strip forming at least one strand of the bracelet, the bracelet includes a flexible intermediate layer disposed between the upper strip and the lower strip, the flexible intermediate layer being formed by at least one encapsulated phase-change material having a transition temperature of between 0° C. and 40° C.

Abstract: Herein disclosed is a method of manufacturing a strap comprising providing a mould for a strap, the strap comprising a first opening and a second opening, providing a printed circuit board (PCB), comprising at least one electronic component, applying a membrane to said electronic component, attaching a chassis to said PCB at said electronic component such that said membrane is sealed against said electronic component; injecting a wet applied structural component into said mould.

Abstract: A watchband designed to reduce or eliminate perspiration typically experienced by a wearer between the watchband and the wearer's wrist by providing an interchangeable and replaceable watchband liner. The construction of the watchband provides for a skin-contacting surface in the form of the liner formed from a technical fabric, such as a 3-D spacer mesh material. The liner removes the leather or rubber watchband from direct contact with the wearer's skin thereby allowing the area of the wrist to breathe better. The liner of the watchband provides moisture-wicking properties and furthermore removes direct contact between the watchband and the watchband fastener. The liner used in conjunction with the watchband additionally provides the user with a “cushion comfort” effect.

Abstract: A wearable electronic apparatus includes a body and a band. The body includes a shaft hole, and the band includes a connection part, two spring bar pins, two first springs, a button, two second springs, and a cover. The connection part includes an accommodation cavity, and the accommodation cavity includes two first openings and one second opening. Each spring bar pin is slidably disposed in the accommodation cavity at the first opening. Each spring bar pin includes a matching end and a mounting end that are opposite to each other. The matching end is configured to cooperate with the button, and the mounting end is configured to be accommodated in the shaft hole.

Abstract: A bracelet clasp of the folding clasp type including a base element (10) whose first and second long sides are formed respectively of first (1) and second (2) spars, at least one leaflet (3, 4) which is pivotable and articulated on the first and/or the second short side of the base element (10), and at least one cover (5, 6) pivoting and articulated on the at least one leaflet (3, 4). The base element (10) includes first (11) and second (12) openings joined to the first (1) and second (2) spars so that they constitute the flexible member, a pressure exerted simultaneously on each of the spars (1, 2) in a direction transverse to the clasp leading to an elastic deformation of the spars (1, 2) and to the unbolting of the at least one cover (5, 6) of the base element (10) to allow the wearer to open the clasp.

Abstract: This disclosure enables various lines, earrings with such lines, and methods of manufacture and use thereof. For example, some of these lines may extend (e.g., span) between a pair of earrings worn on a pair of cars of a wearer. This form of extension may or may not be arcuate, parabolic, hyperbolic, or gravitational.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a wearable device comprising a printed circuit board (PCB) on which is mounted electronic components, the method includes providing a mould attaching the PCB to a cage, the cage comprising a cage body and at least one hole, inserting said PCB into the mould; arresting the PCB relative to the mould by inserting an insert tool into the mould and attaching the insert tool to said at least one hole, injecting a wet applied structural component into said mould and removing said mould.

Abstract: A method for coating an external part (1) used in the horology, fashion, jewellery and gemstone jewellery fields, the coating method comprising the steps of at least partially overmoulding the external part (1) with an overmoulding layer (4) made of a plastic polymer material selected from the group consisting of thermoplastic polymers of the polyurethane family and thermosetting polymers of the epoxy polymer family, or from the group consisting of thermoplastic acrylic resins.

Abstract: A container for a skateboard includes a housing, at least one strut, at least one wheel and at least one handle. The housing has a front panel, a rear panel, a bottom panel and first and second side panels surrounding a primary compartment. A top panel is pivotably coupled with the rear panel to selectively open the primary compartment to surroundings. The at least one strut is operatively coupled between the top panel and the housing. The at least one wheel is provided to an exterior of the first and/or second side panels near a corner formed by the rear panel meeting the bottom panel and is rotatable about an axis normal with the first and/or second side panels. The at least one handle telescopes along the bottom panel towards and away from the front panel.

Abstract: A support having a magnetically assisted deployment and retraction mechanism which is designed for use with protective covers for personal electronic devices such as smartphones and tablet computing devices featuring a segmented support structure that deploys from a first channel when a shuttle located in a second channel disposed under the first channel is moved from a first position to a second position. The shuttle contains a first magnet and a second magnet, and the segmented support contains magnets which generate either attractive or repulsive forces depending on the position of the shuttle, which forces cause deployment of the support.