Abstract: Provided is a smoking substitute apparatus (150, 50a, 250) with a baffle (502, 602) provided in the vaporisation chamber (280) for improving the characteristics and flow of vapour from the chamber to the user.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is provided, including: an external housing; a tubular heater; top and bottom heater casings, the heater being enclosed within the top and bottom heater casings; an internal airflow channel through the device extending from an air inlet in the external housing to an air outlet in the external housing, the channel passing through the top and bottom casings and the heater; a first sealing element between the external housing and the bottom casing; a second sealing element between the external housing and the top casing; a third sealing element between the bottom and the top casings; a heater holder positioned between the heater and the bottom casing, the channel passing through the heater holder; and a fourth sealing element positioned between the heater holder and the bottom casing, the heater being press fit directly to the top casing.

Abstract: A smoking substitute apparatus (150) with an air inlet; an aerosol generator for generating an aerosol from an aerosol precursor for inhalation by a user; an outlet formed at a mouthpiece; and an aerosol delivery conduit (602) extending downstream from the aerosol generator to the outlet. An air flow path extends between the air inlet and the outlet and along the aerosol delivery conduit for conveying the aerosol to the user. In operation, the aerosol generator heats the aerosol precursor to form vaporised aerosol precursor, the vaporised aerosol precursor being transported in the air flow and condensing to form aerosol droplets. The air flow path and the aerosol generator are configured to control the air flow characteristics at the aerosol generator to provide an aerosol with predetermined particle size characteristics at a first position along the air flow path in the aerosol delivery conduit.

Abstract: A smoking substitute apparatus (150) with an air inlet; an aerosol generator for generating an aerosol from an aerosol precursor for inhalation by a user; an outlet formed at a mouthpiece; and an aerosol delivery conduit (602) extending downstream from the aerosol generator to the outlet. An air flow path extends between the air inlet and the outlet and along the aerosol delivery conduit for conveying the aerosol to the user. In operation, the aerosol generator heats the aerosol precursor to form vaporised aerosol precursor, the vaporised aerosol precursor being transported in the air flow and condensing to form aerosol droplets. The air flow path and the aerosol generator are configured to control the air flow characteristics at the aerosol generator to provide an aerosol with predetermined particle size characteristics at a first position along the air flow path in the aerosol delivery conduit.

Abstract: A child resistant vaporization device includes at least two safety holes that pass through a housing of the device and are configured such that a child's hand is not large enough to cover both holes. A heating unit of the device cannot be activated unless both holes are covered. The child resistant vaporization device can further include a locking mouthpiece that can optionally be removable.

Abstract: An atomization device includes: a liquid storage device with a liquid storage cavity, a liquid outlet, and a first seal for sealing the liquid outlet; and an atomization assembly detachably connected to the liquid storage device and includes a support, an atomization core, and a second seal supported on the support, where the atomization core is used for atomizing a liquid matrix to generate an aerosol; and the support is provided with a liquid inlet for allowing the liquid matrix to flow towards the atomization core and provided with a pressing member able to press the first seal to break or release the first seal, to enable the liquid matrix to flow from the liquid outlet to the liquid inlet, and the second seal is for sealing a joint between the liquid outlet and the liquid inlet during the pressing of the first seal by the pressing member.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a heating element and a temperature sensor both integrated within an enclosure. The heating element is disposed at one end of the enclosure and the temperature sensor is disposed at an opposite end of the enclosure. The enclosure has an enclosure length (EL) and the heating element has a heating element length (HEL), a heating element width (HEW), and a heating element thickness (HET). In one example, the enclosure is long and tubular, and the heating element is flat and rectangular with dimensions that promote portability and ease of use (for example, HEL<EL/3, HEW<HEL/2, and HET<HEW/5). During operation, the temperature sensor detects when a surface reaches a desired temperature. The heating element is activated and is used to partially heat and transfer material to the surface. The heating element causes the material to become more malleable for transport without vaporizing material.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes a housing having an insertion space, a heater configured to heat a stick inserted into the insertion space, at least one sensor configured to output a signal corresponding to the insertion space, a power circuit electrically connected to the heater to transmit power to the heater, and a signal circuit electrically connected to the sensor to transmit a signal corresponding to the sensor. The power circuit includes a low-pass filter.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system 300 for generating an aerosol, wherein the aerosol provision system 300 comprises a feedback portion 200 for providing feedback to a user of the aerosol provision system 300. The feedback portion 200 is configured to continuously provide respective feedback F1;F2 whilst the aerosol provision system, or any aerosol provision device 4 therefrom, is generating an aerosol in at least one respective mode of operation M1;M2, for a duration of the respective mode of operation M1;M2. The respective feedback F1;F2 is configured to provide an indication of a predetermined property of the aerosol provision system whilst the aerosol provision system is generating an aerosol in the respective mode of operation M1;M2, noting the value of the predetermined property may differ between each mode of operation. The feedback F1;F2 is also different for each mode of operation M1;M2, to allow the use to thus discern between each mode of operation M1;M2.

Abstract: An aerosol generating device and a control method therefor are provided. The aerosol generating device includes: a battery cell to supply power; a thermosensitive element, a resistance value thereof varying depending on a heating temperature; a sampling resistor to be electrically connected to the thermosensitive element to form a detection loop; and a controller to determine the heating temperature according to a ratio of any two electrical characteristics of an electrical characteristic of the detection loop, an electrical characteristic of the sampling resistor, and an electrical characteristic of the thermosensitive element.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device and a system including the same are disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes an insertion space, a heater for heating a stick, a stick detection sensor, a display, and a controller. The stick detection sensor includes a first inductance channel and a second inductance channel disposed so as to respectively correspond to a first region and a second region of the insertion space. The controller determines the type of stick based on at least one of a signal corresponding to the first inductance channel or a signal corresponding to the second inductance channel. When the determined type of stick is the same as a predetermined type, the controller supplies power to the heater, and when the determined type of stick is different from the predetermined type, the controller outputs a screen corresponding to the determined type of stick on the display.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system 300 for generating an aerosol, the system 300 comprising a feedback portion 200 for providing feedback F to a user 400 of the aerosol provision system 300. The feedback portion 200 is configured to provide the feedback after an aerosol provision system has generated an aerosol in a mode of operation, and is further configured to not provide the feedback F whilst the aerosol provision system is generating the aerosol in the mode of operation. In this way, the feedback F may be delivered at a suitable time after the user 400 has finished operating the aerosol provision system 300, such as when an aerosol provision device from the aerosol provision system 300 such to allow for the feedback F to more readily and easily seen by the user 400.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device, the aerosol delivery device comprising a sensor configured to monitor an aspect of usage of the aerosol delivery system by a user; and a controller configured to establish usage data based on monitoring the aspect of usage of the aerosol delivery system by the user over a plurality of puffs comprising between 20 and 150 puffs; wherein the controller is further configured to control an aspect of operation of the aerosol delivery device based on the established usage data.

Abstract: An aerosol generation system including: a detection unit that detects information indicating the state of the aerosol generation system; a notification unit that notifies a user of the information; a heating unit that heats an aerosol source to generate an aerosol; and a control unit that controls the notification unit so as to notify of first information in a mode based on the information detected by the detection unit when the heating of the aerosol source is started, during a preheating period including a period during which the heating unit starts to heat the aerosol source and the temperature of the heating unit rises to a preset temperature.

Abstract: A aerosol-generating system includes a liquid storage portion, a liquid pressure sensor within the liquid storage portion, and a control unit that is in communication with the pressure sensor. The aerosol-generating system further includes an atmospheric pressure sensor in communication with the control unit. The atmospheric pressure sensor is configured to sense the atmospheric pressure of the environment. The control unit is configured to receive the pressure signals from the liquid pressure sensor and the atmospheric pressure sensor. The control unit is further configured to determine the fill level of the liquid aerosol-forming substrate based on a comparison of the pressure signals from the liquid pressure sensor and the atmospheric pressure sensor.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device and an operation method thereof are disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes a housing having an insertion space defined therein, a heater, a resistance detection sensor for outputting a signal corresponding to the resistance of the heater, and a controller for determining the resistance of the heater in response to the signal from the resistance detection sensor. The controller determines an initial resistance of the heater in response to insertion of a stick into the insertion space, performs control such that power is supplied to the heater based on a predetermined temperature profile, determines whether to change the initial resistance based on the temperature of the heater calculated based on the initial resistance and a predetermined temperature range, and changes the initial resistance based on the difference between the calculated temperature of the heater and a predetermined reference temperature.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device for generating an aerosol from an aerosol-forming substrate is provided, the device including: an electrically powered heater element configured to heat the aerosol-forming substrate; a temperature sensor thermally coupled to the heater element, the temperature sensor having a resistivity dependent on a temperature of the heater element; a power source configured to supply power to the heater element and the temperature sensor; and control electronics configured to measure a voltage across the temperature sensor, the voltage being dependent on a resistivity of the temperature sensor, the control electronics including or being communicably coupled to a memory storing preconfigured data, the preconfigured data including a plurality of voltage values and a corresponding plurality of temperature values, the control electronics being further configured to correlate the measured voltage with the preconfigured data and to determine a value for a heater element temperature based on the co

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device for generating an aerosol from an aerosol-forming substrate is provided, the aerosol-generating device including: an electrically powered heater element configured to heat the aerosol-forming substrate; a temperature sensor coupled to the electrically powered heater element and configured to sense a temperature of the electrically powered heater element; a power source configured to supply power to the electrically powered heater element and the temperature sensor; and control electronics configured to measure an impedance value of the electrically powered heater element, correlate the measured impedance value with a value of impedance determined from the temperature of the electrically powered heater element as sensed by the temperature sensor, and control the supply of power to the electrically powered heater element based on the correlation. A method of controlling an electrically powered heater element of the aerosol-generating device is also provided.

Abstract: A method for controlling aerosol production in an aerosol-generating device is provided, the device including an inductive heating arrangement and a power source to provide power to the heating arrangement, the method including: performing, during a first user operation mode of the device for producing an aerosol, a calibration process including measuring, to obtain a first safety parameter value, a safety parameter associated with a susceptor inductively coupled to the heating arrangement, the susceptor being configured to heat an aerosol-forming substrate, the calibration process further including a heating phase from a first calibration temperature to a second calibration temperature of the susceptor, and the safety parameter being a duration of the heating phase; and during a second user operation mode of the device, controlling power provided to the heating arrangement such that a temperature of the susceptor is adjusted based at least in part on the measured safety parameter.

Abstract: Provided is an information processing device comprising a control unit that, in accordance with a user operation, changes control information which is used by an aerosol generating device that heats an aerosol source included in a base material to generate an aerosol and which stipulates a time series transition in a parameter relating to a temperature at which the aerosol source is heated. If a user operation for changing the parameter at a first time stipulated by the control information has been implemented, the control unit sets a second time earlier than the first time and changes the control information such that the change in the parameter begins at the second time and arrives at the changed parameter at the first time.

Abstract: An aerosol generation system including: a heating unit that heats an aerosol source; a temperature sensor that detects the temperature of the heating unit from outside the heating unit; and a control unit that controls the operation of the heating unit on the basis of control information including a parameter corresponding to a target temperature which is a target value of the temperature of the heating unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the heating unit by performing a correction process to correct the target temperature or the temperature of the heating unit detected by the temperature sensor, during a period in which the operation of the heating unit is controlled on the basis of the temperature of the heating unit detected by the temperature sensor.

Abstract: An aerosol generation system including: a heating unit that heats an aerosol source to generate an aerosol; and a control unit that controls the operation of the heating unit, wherein the control unit controls so that preheating, which is performed after the heating of the aerosol source is started, is to be performed during a first period of time until the temperature of the heating unit reaches a first temperature and a second period of time that follows the first period of time and has a time length corresponding to the initial temperature of the heating unit.

Abstract: A delivery device includes a light source to provide visual feedback to a user and a secondary feedback component. A processor determines a change in status of the delivery device and a controller controls the light source and actuates the secondary feedback component in response to a signal from the processor to provide secondary feedback in addition to the visual feedback provided by the light source. Also disclosed is a delivery system including the delivery device and an aerosol generating module configured to provide aerosol to a user when power is supplied by the battery of the delivery device to a heater configured to provide heat to the aerosol generating module.

Abstract: A smoking device operatable by vibration generated through tactile movement includes a casing, wherein at least one side of the casing is provided with an undulating surface profile, whereby vibration signals are produced by tactile movement over the undulating surface profile, and an electronic system configured to activate or deactivate the device based on the vibration signals.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is provided, including: a housing having an outer surface, an inner surface, and a through-hole connecting the outer surface and the inner surface; a button at least partially arranged in the through-hole; and a membrane fixed to the housing and extending across the through-hole, a form-fit being provided between the housing and the button, and the form-fit being configured to retain the button in the through-hole against the button falling out of the through-hole towards an outside of the aerosol-generating device. An aerosol-generating system, including an aerosol-generating article and the aerosol-generating device is also provided. A method for actuating a switch of an aerosol-generating device is also provided.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system 1 for generating an aerosol, wherein the aerosol provision system 1 comprises a sensor 95, comprising a microphone 97, for detecting the voice of a user of the aerosol provision system 1. The aerosol provision system further comprises control circuitry 16 which is configured to receive sensor data from the sensor; determine from the sensor data whether the sensor data satisfies a predetermined criterion; and perform an operation of the aerosol provision system 1 in response to determining that the sensor data satisfies the predetermined criterion. A voice controlled or voice activated aerosol provision system 1 may thus be provided. The aerosol provision system 1 is further configured to operate in an initial or setup mode of operation, prior to performing the operation of the aerosol provision system 1, for allowing the predetermined criterion to be specified in advance.

Abstract: A vaping device is disclosed that integrates GPS technology to locate the device using Bluetooth and a mobile app. The vaping device comprises a battery component, wherein the top has a screw-on vape, atomizer/tank and a magnetic vape pod insert that is internally flat on the surface. The bottom of the battery component has a speaker for an audible chime/alert and a microphone for voice recognition/command. The device pairs with a phone via Bluetooth and uses a mobile app to show the location of the device. The audible alert can also be used to locate the device. There are indicator lights to show that the device is paired to Bluetooth correctly and that the magnetic pods are correctly in place.

Abstract: A vaporizer device may include various modular components. The vaporizer device may include a first subassembly. The first subassembly may include a cartridge connector that secures a vaporizer cartridge to the vaporizer device and includes at least two receptacle contacts that electrically communicate with the vaporizer cartridge. The vaporizer device may include a second subassembly. The second subassembly may include a skeleton defining a rigid tray that retains at least a power source. The vaporizer device may also include a third subassembly. The third subassembly may include a plurality of charging contacts that supply power to the power source, and an end cap that encloses an end of the vaporizer device.

Abstract: A storage apparatus for storing a pacifier. The storage apparatus includes a bra comprising a left cup and a right cup. The storage apparatus also includes a storage compartment on at least one of the left cup and the right cup. The storage compartment is sized to store the pacifier.

Abstract: A treatment brassiere for providing treatment/pain relief for various skin conditions of the inframammary fold. The brassiere includes or accepts an inframammary-fold treatment-device (IMFTD) retainer that, in use, receives an inframammary-fold treatment device. The IMFTD retainer is located very near to, overlying, or partially overlying the inframammary fold of the wearer of the brassiere, so as to position the inframammary-fold treatment device at a location suitable for delivering treatment to the affected area.

Abstract: The utility pants may include a support belt, an upper portion attached to the support belt, and a lower portion configured to attach to the upper portion. The upper portion and the lower portion may be attached via a plurality of zippers. When the upper portion and the lower portion are attached, the utility pants may be longer than standard shorts. When the upper portion and the lower portion are removed from one another, the utility pants may be similar to standard shorts. The utility pants may also include a plurality of lights, reflective tape, and/or a plurality of pockets. The lights, reflective tape, and pockets may be configured to be attached to at least one of the upper portion and the lower portion.

Abstract: A Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ensemble made up of a launderable protective hood and either an air dispersion protective headgear, or an air dispersion protective face shield assembly, is provided. In a first exemplary embodiment, the PPE ensemble is made up of a launderable hood that is detachably affixed to and forms a gas-restrictive seal with a protective face shield assembly, an air-supplied protective suit having an air supply inlet/outlet assembly, and an air dispersion protective headgear releasably coupled to the air supply inlet/outlet assembly of the protective suit. In a second exemplary embodiment, instead of an air dispersion protective headgear, the PPE ensemble is made up of an air dispersion protective face shield assembly and a standard protective headgear. The PPE ensemble, among other things, maintains or cools the skin temperature of a wearer's face during use and thus reduces wearer fatigue.

Abstract: A garment for patients receiving medical treatment is disclosed. The garment has a sleeve that has an outer surface and an inner surface each made of a first material, a fastener coupled to the sleeve and configured to open and close the sleeve, an inner lining attached to the inner surface of the sleeve. The inner lining is made of a second material that has a higher elasticity than the first material. The garment has a series of pockets disposed on the inner lining configured to hold a heating element to keep the patient's arms warm while in the treatment position.

Abstract: A portable article includes a portable body and a number of patterns disposed on the portable body. The patterns are selected from the group consisting of public patterns, detectable patterns, visible pattern, embedded patterns, camouflage patterns, invisible patterns, orienting patterns, collective patterns, external patterns, internal patterns, illuminated patterns, applied patterns and three dimensional patterns.

Abstract: An overall includes a pants section having a waist edge, a bib section connected to the pants section at the frontside of the overall, at least a first suspender connected by a first outer end to the bib section and adapted to be positioned over a shoulder such that the bib section is held in place when worn. The waist edge is elongatable along at least a first elongatable portion such that a rear portion of the pants section can be lowered over the buttocks of the wearer when the wearer is sitting while a front portion of the pants section remains in place together with the connected bib section, the at least a first elongatable portion being connected to the bib section.

Abstract: A shin guard includes a protective plate having a front face and a rear face. The rear face is contoured to fit around a shin of a wearer of the shin guard. Further, the shin guard includes a three dimensional image element carried on the front face. This image element projects an image outline through a sock worn over the shin guard. A sports pad is provided including an outer shell defining a pocket and a pad received and held in the pocket. A three dimensional image element is captured between said outer shell and the front face of the pad. That image element projects an image outline through the outer shell to enhance the uniform of the player wearing the sports pad.

Abstract: The object of this disclosure is to provide an etiquette mask that contributes to consideration for those around the wearer under infectious disease control, reduces feelings of pressure and difficulty of breathing, and prevents the mouth from being seen from the outside even when it opens during napping or sleeping. The etiquette mask 2A has an upper mask part 4 that covers the eye region (eyes and their surroundings), a silk-made lower mask part 6 sewn and attached at the upper end thereof to the upper mask part 4 and covering the face below the eye region, and a rubber band 8 provided on the upper mask part 4, which serves as a wearing part to prevent the etiquette mask 2A from falling off the face. Since the lower mask part 6 only covers the face due to its own weight, there is no feeling of pressure.

Abstract: A protective device for preventing exposure to undesired airborne material. The middle portion of the device is clear or semi-clear so the user's mouth is visible while wearing the device such that a person is able to see the user's mouth while they are wearing the device. The ability to see the user's mouth increases both verbal and nonverbal communication between the user and other persons around. The device can include an eye shield assembly having a skirt extending from the filter assembly and positioned distal to the seal, an optically transparent eye shield coupled to the skirt to form a continuous surface from the filter assembly to a top portion of the eye shield, and a frame coupled to the frame assembly and eye shield assembly.

Abstract: A disposable personal protective equipment apparatus is disclosed, including a cape comprising a patient facing surface opposite a rescuer facing surface, a first side, a second side, a first corner, a second corner, and a top edge extending between the first corner and the second corner. A hood is attached to the top edge. A first sleeve is attached to the first side below the first corner and a second sleeve is attached to the second side below the second corner.

Abstract: This invention relates to a glove, mitten, or sleeve that securely holds an Active Technology Device (ATD), such as a smartwatch or fitness tracker, during sports activities. The ATD is positioned in the webbing between the thumb and forefinger at an optimal viewing angle, ensuring continuous visibility and minimal interference with hand movements. The device is embedded into the fabric to maintain real-time sensor contact with the skin, enabling accurate physiological monitoring. The system features a docking connector that allows easy insertion, secure attachment, and electrical connectivity, including wireless charging and data transfer. Designed to be compatible with popular fitness devices, the glove, mitten, or sleeve also incorporates waterproofing and durability features, making it suitable for various environmental conditions. This invention enhances performance, safety, and convenience by providing seamless monitoring and feedback during dynamic physical activities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a water-dripping hat made entirely of silicone, designed to provide a cooling effect to the wearer on hot days or any desired occasion. The hat incorporates a water storage system to maintain a cool internal temperature and ensure softness and comfort. The design allows water to drip down from the top to the bottom of the hat through a series of strategically placed holes. By utilizing gravity, the water touches the wearer's head, delivering a refreshing and cooling sensation. The hat also includes a silicone box that acts as a reservoir, facilitating controlled water flow and storage. Additional comfort is achieved through the use of dri-fit stretchy cloth material and, in some versions, luxurious lambskin leather wrapping.

Abstract: Provides is a novel protective helmet design that allows helmet designers and manufacturers to create more advanced designs with cavities, converging walls, and movable parts inside a helmet to reduce both linear and rotational forces applied to the head during an impact and as a result, reduce the risk of head injury and concussion. Also provided is a cost-effective design and manufacturing method that creates helmets that are light-weighted and perform better compared to the conventional helmet designs in terms of reducing linear and rotational forces applied to the head during an impact. The method also allows manufacturing helmets while consuming less raw materials for the shock-absorbing liner which is cost-effective and better for the environment.

Abstract: Disclosed are helmet and adjustable chin strap assemblies that include an adjustable chin strap retention system that solve some or all of the problems of the prior art. Specifically, disclosed are helmets and adjustable chin strap assemblies that include a helmet shell and a chin strap retention system, where the chin strap retention system includes a chin strap or chin strap cable and an actuator that can be manipulated by the wearer using one hand to selective shorten or lengthen the chin strap or chin strap cable in real time while the wearer is wearing the helmet and engaging in an activity. The chin strap or chin strap cable can be configured to cleanly and simply connect to the helmet shell, with two opposing ends of the chin strap or chin strap cable being attached to an inner component, an outer component, or between the inner and outer components of the helmet shell.

Abstract: An impact protection structure, including a sheet formed of a plurality of polygonal cells adjacent one another, the plurality of polygonal cells including a plurality of hexagonal cells, the plurality of polygonal cells including at least one pentagonal cell and at least one heptagonal cell to accommodate a generally domed shape in the sheet with a reduction in a distortion of a regular shape of the plurality of hexagonal cells.

Abstract: A helmet visor system may include a helmet shaped to accommodate a headset, a visor lens and a visor apparatus to pivotally move the visor lens between a stored position and a deployed position. The deployed position may be defined as a majority of the visor lens being extended from the helmet, and the stored position may be defined as the majority of the visor lens being occluded by the helmet within an interior of the helmet. The visor lens may be pivotally moveable between the stored position and the deployed position so as not to interfere with the headset.

Abstract: A face protection accessory (110) for assembly with a protective helmet (100) to protect a wearer (300) during a cut-off tool kickback event, wherein the accessory (110) comprises a U-shaped supporting frame (115) extending between left and right temple anchoring points (120l, 120r), via left and right check-bone portions (130l, 130r) arranged on either side of the U-shaped supporting frame (115), and a chin portion (140) arranged at a distal end of the accessory (110), where the temple anchoring points (120l, 120r) are configured to attach to the protective helmet (100), and wherein at least a first guard bar (150) extends transversal to the U-shaped supporting frame (115) between the left and the right check-bone portions (130l, 130r).

Abstract: A helmet provided with a hat body and an airflow controlling part that is attached to the outer surface of the hat body. The airflow controlling part is provided with two wings arranged on both sides, in the left-right direction, of a portion on the rear side of the outer surface of the hat body. Each of the two wings is connected to a rear lateral portion of the outer surface of the hat body so as to continue from parts of the rear lateral portion and defines a gap. The gap has a curved surface following a part that is of the rear lateral portion and faces the wing. The gap penetrates from the front to the rear between the rear lateral portion and the wing portion and is configured to exhaust the air entering the gap from the front toward the rear lower side.

Abstract: A size expandable footwear. The footwear comprises an outsole affixed to a bottom surface of a lower segment, which features a mechanism that allows for size adjustment and locking at various desired lengths (sizes) of the footwear. The size adjustment mechanism is comprised of an expandable section integrated within the lower segment, such that it facilitates mechanical expansion in the longitudinal and vertical directions by mechanical and material means. A plurality of capture elements that, when engaged, lock the lower segment at the desired (size/length). The upper and lower segments, the inner lining, and the outsole components are integrated to ensure the footwear remains watertight and thermally insulating during winter conditions. The invention addresses the need for durable, expandable winter footwear, reducing financial and environmental burdens associated with frequently outgrown footwear.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole structure and an upper. The sole structure includes a zoned plate with stability areas and flexure areas. The sole structure may further include a two-part midsole including a low recovery foam and a high recovery foam. In another embodiment, the sole structure includes reinforcing plate placed at a selected location between the zoned plate and a midsole. With this configuration, the sole structure encourages proper foot placement along the sole structure during a golf swing, thereby increasing shoe contact time with the ground and/or golf swing mechanics.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a cooling insole and a cooling shoe. The insole is configured to be connected to a shoe upper and form an accommodating space between with the shoe upper. The cooling insole and the cooling shoe include a supporting member and a supporting insole. The supporting member is provided with a blowing device and a blowing channel. One end of the blowing channel is connected to the blowing device, and the other end is connected to an upper surface of the supporting member. The supporting insole is arranged on the upper surface of the supporting member and forms a hollow layer with the upper surface of the supporting member. The blowing device sucks air from the accommodating space, and the air flows from the hollow layer to the accommodating space through the blowing channel, to accelerate the circulation of the air in the accommodating space.