Abstract: An aerosol generating device for generating an aerosol from aerosol-generating material. The device has a magnetic field generator with an inductor coil configured to generate a varying magnetic field. The device also has a heating element that is heatable by penetration with the varying magnetic field. The heating element defines a heating zone configured to receive at least a portion of an article including aerosol-generating material. The heating element is fixed relative to the inductor coil. The inductor coil encircles a first portion of the heating zone such that the first portion is heated at least predominantly by inductive heating. A second portion of the heating zone is free from being encircled by any inductor coil so that the second portion of the heating zone is heated predominantly by conductive heating.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device generates an aerosol from aerosol-generating material. The device has a receptacle defining a heating zone for receiving at least a portion of an article containing aerosol-generating material. The receptacle includes a peripheral wall and a protrusion protruding into the heating zone from the peripheral wall. The peripheral wall and the protrusion are formed from different materials.

Abstract: A vaporization device includes a cartridge for a vaporizer device. For example, the vaporizer cartridge and/or features thereof may improve management of leaks of vaporizable material from the vaporizer cartridge, control of airflow within and/or near the vaporizer cartridge, heating of vaporizable material in the vaporizer cartridge, management of condensate in the vaporizer cartridge, and/or other assembly features of the vaporizer cartridge. Related systems, methods, and articles of manufacture are also described.

Abstract: Provided is a vaporizer including a storage for storing an aerosol generating material, a generator configured to generate an aerosol from the aerosol generating material, and an accommodating unit including a chamber configured to accommodate the generator, and an inlet configured to introduce air into the chamber, wherein the accommodating unit includes a plurality of walls surrounding the chamber, and at least some of the plurality of walls include an inclined surface.

Abstract: A personal vaporizer rig includes an atomizer module, vapor module and base module that can be selectively removed and reengaged with one another. Electronic components can be limited to the base module so that the vapor module and atomizer module can be submerged in cleaning fluid without risking damage to electronic components. Vapor flow paths are limited to only the vapor module and atomizer module so that the base module is protected from contact with vaporizing media. Orientation of the vapor module relative to the base module can be adjusted to accommodate user preferences.

Abstract: The invention relates to a personal ultrasonic atomizer device 10, which includes a cartridge 12 having a reservoir 26 for holding a liquid to be atomized, which is interchangeable prior to complete discharging of the reservoir 26 and includes an anti-tamper and anti-counterfeiting safeguard, a sonication chamber 14, placed in fluid communication with the reservoir 26, and for cavitating a liquid placed in contact with a piezoelectric oscillation piece 112; such that vape and/or mist is generated without combustion and/or heating of the liquid, where the device 10 includes a liquid retention means 76 for allowing use of the device in any orientation, and where the device is controllable by an external electronic device.

Abstract: An electrical cigarette with a child-proof lock includes a housing. The housing is provided with a toggle switch with a poke rod used for turning on or off the electrical cigarette. The housing is provided with a first connecting slot in communication with the interior of the housing, the first connecting slot is provided with a toggle assembly; the toggle assembly includes a pressing member and a supporting base; the supporting base is slidably connected with the first connecting slot, the pressing member is provided on the supporting base and can move up and down relative to the supporting base; the bottom of the pressing member is provided with a pushing portion used for connecting with the poke rod. At least a spring is provided between the pressing member and the supporting base.

Abstract: A method of providing an aerosol to a user includes receiving biometric information of the user of an electronic device, determining a current state of the user based on the biometric information, when the current state corresponds to a preset target state, generating a target temperature profile by adjusting a default temperature profile based on the current state, and generating an aerosol by heating an aerosol generating substrate in the electronic device based on the target temperature profile.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, in order to output a status of a suction ability of a user, inhalation information generated based on one or more sensors of an additional device may be received from the additional device connected to an electronic device, the suction ability of the user may be determined based on the inhalation information, a status of the user may be determined by evaluating the suction ability based on a reference suction ability, and a notification message may be generated and output based on the status.

Abstract: An aerosol generating device according to an embodiment includes a heater configured to heat a cigarette, a temperature sensor configured to measure temperature of the heater, and a controller configured to determine a humidity state of the cigarette by calculating a temperature increase time of the cigarette by using the temperature sensor and by comparing the calculated temperature increase time of the cigarette with a preset threshold. The controller supplies power to the heater according to a basic temperature profile when the temperature increase time is less than the threshold, and supplies power to the heater according to a first correction profile when the temperature increase time is greater than or equal to the threshold.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is disclosed. The aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes a battery, a switching element electrically connected to the battery, a protection circuit module electrically connected to the switching element, and a comparison circuit configured to output a signal to control operation of the switching element based on the voltage of the battery and a predetermined voltage. When the voltage of the battery is equal to or higher than the predetermined voltage, the comparison circuit outputs a first signal to turn on the switching element in order to electrically connect the battery and the protection circuit module to each other. When the voltage of the battery is lower than the predetermined voltage, the comparison circuit outputs a second signal to turn off the switching element in order to electrically disconnect the battery and the protection circuit module from each other.

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 configured to heat a stick inserted into the insertion space, a capacitance sensor including an electrode disposed adjacent to the insertion space, and a controller. The controller sets a unit time for which charging and discharging of the electrode are monitored once, calculates a time for which charging and discharging of the electrode are completely performed once based on the set unit time, and determines whether the stick is inserted into the insertion space based on the calculated time. The unit time exceeds a predetermined period of time for which charging and discharging of the electrode are completely performed once in response to insertion of the stick.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device may include a rechargeable power source configured to provide power to generate an aerosol, device electronics configured to generate the aerosol responsive to application of the power from the power source, and a lock assembly configured to perform either one or both of preventing recharging the power source and preventing the application of the power from the power source to the device electronics in a locked state, and to enable recharging the power source and the application of power from the power source to the device electronics in an unlocked state. The lock assembly may be configured to detect a wake event while the lock assembly is in the locked state, wake the lock assembly in response to the wake event, perform an authentication process, and, in response to completing the authentication process, transition the lock assembly between the locked state and the unlocked state.

Abstract: An aerosol generating system according to one embodiment includes a cigarette having a first color band of which color changes in response to humidity, and an aerosol generating device including a main body including an accommodation passage for accommodating the cigarette, a heater for heating the cigarette, a color sensor arranged on one side of the accommodation passage and detecting a color of the first color band, and a controller for determining a humidity state of the cigarette, based on a detected color of the first color band.

Abstract: An aerosol generating device includes a battery, an induction coil configured to generate an alternating magnetic field on the basis of power supplied from the battery, a susceptor configured to heat an aerosol generating substrate by using heat generated by the alternating magnetic field, a temperature sensor arranged adjacent to the susceptor and configured to output a temperature sensing value as detection information, and a controller configured to cut off power supplied to the induction coil, according to a first abnormal heating condition and a second abnormal heating condition, which are based on the detection information of the temperature sensor.

Abstract: A heating apparatus for an aerosol-forming article includes: a housing that accommodates at least a portion of the aerosol-forming article; a power circuit that delivers power to a heat-generating body for heating the aerosol-forming article; a controller that controls the power circuit to adjust the heating temperature of the aerosol-forming article; a temperature sensor that detects the temperature of the housing and outputs an analog signal corresponding to the detected temperature; and an oscillator that outputs the signal of the frequency corresponding to the magnitude of the analog signal output by the temperature sensor; wherein the controller detects a user's puff or adjusts the heating temperature of the aerosol-forming article based on the frequency of the signal output by the oscillator.

Abstract: A non-combustible aerosol provision system comprises: a wireless communication system configured to receive, from a wireless communication beacon using a connectionless data channel, data relating to a physical location with which the beacon is associated; and a user interface system configured to communicate by a user interface element of the non-combustible aerosol provision system, an indication related to the received data.

Abstract: The invention relates to men's underpants adapted to capture residual urine, which are provided with a textile layer on the outer surface of the front side in the middle part that does not allow liquid to flow to the outside connected to the outer surface of the front side of the underpants, and between the outer surface of the front side of the underpants and the textile layer is formed a drip space equipped with an absorbent layer. In the central part of the bottoms, below the edge of the bottoms, a narrowing opening reinforced with reinforcement is created, where the opening is equipped with a reinforced longitudinal profile or the size of the opening in its upper part is rigidly or flexibly defined by the upper edge of the bottoms.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a wearable dress with an attachment, more particularly to be known as a dress with a cloth extender. It comprises a dress with a cloth extender that has piping. On the bottom portion of the fabric is a lower cloth lining provided with a plurality of male fastening means. And In the top portion of the fabric is the upper cloth lining with a plurality of female fastening means, which is a female snap button that is attached to said upper cloth lining. The snap buttons are needed to attach the cloth extender to the button of the cloth. The dress with an extender will provide additional expansion of the lower portion of the clothes, making them more comfortable to wear. The cloth extender is made mostly from the same fabric and matches in color with the dress.

Abstract: A variety of body supports are disclosed for supporting a body portion, for example for supporting a chest in a donned configuration. In some examples, the body support includes a first support panel having one or more first tongues projecting outwardly therefrom, a second support panel having one or more second tongues projecting outwardly therefrom, a connecting section, joining the first support panel to said second support panel in longitudinal spaced relationship along an imaginary longitudinal mid-line of the body support, the first tongue and the second tongue being on opposite transverse sides of a mid-line of the body support, a first fastener and s second fastener. The body support further having a doffed configuration wherein the first support panel and the second support panel are non-contiguous with respect to one another.

Abstract: An adaptable nursing garment designed to improve comfort and support during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The adaptable nursing garment is designed for one-handed operation to enable breastfeeding without removal of the strapless nursing garment. The adaptable nursing garment includes a nursing bra including a plurality of supports, a plurality of fasteners, and an elastic component.

Abstract: The present invention teaches an apparatus for supporting, shaping, contouring, manipulating and lifting body parts in an inconspicuous and comfortable manner, which obviates or mitigates at least one disadvantage of the prior art. A single or double-sided coated adhesive with a variety of different textiles on the second side according to the pre-cut cut lifts and cupped lifts and their placement and function on the body. The body contouring adhesive is make-up blendable, cotton-lined for comfort for sensitive areas and acts as a secondary muscle in lifting, shaping and manipulating body part.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a belt with a rechargeable battery comprising: a buckle housing that contains the at least one rechargeable battery; wherein the buckle housing has an adjustment mechanism to adjust length of at least one belt member extending from the buckle housing and wherein the at least one rechargeable battery is connected to or connectable to a charging cable for connecting to an electrical device to be charged or for connection to a power supply to charge the rechargeable battery.

Abstract: An electroadhesive clutch can be coupled to a textile. The clutch can include a first electrode assembly comprising a first conductive member, and a second electrode assembly comprising a second conductive member overlaying in part the first conductive member. In an example, the clutch includes or uses an elastic encasing within which the first and second electrode assemblies are positioned. The elastic encasing can form a first bond with the first conductive member at a first location of the elastic encasing and a second bond with the second conductive member proximate a second location of the elastic encasing different than the first location.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to articles of apparel with ornamental design(s) and/or features for the upper body. An article of apparel may comprise: a body portion to cover and uncover a first part of an upper body; a chest area located in the body portion; an opening in the chest area of the body portion, providing access to the first part of the upper body, shaped to have at least a height dimension and a width dimension; and a closure element to cover and uncover at least a portion of the opening. A sleeve may comprise: a fabric portion to cover a first part of an arm; a zipper element integrated into the fabric portion, extending longitudinally along a length of the sleeve; and one or more slider elements to open and close the zipper element, so as to provide access to the first part of the arm.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system for fit adjustment of a tactical vest may include shoulder straps configured to have independently adjustable wearable lengths and to be releasably attachable to a face of a panel of the tactical vest at any of a plurality of potential shoulder strap attachment positions; and a set of reference markings on the face of the panel, each reference marking of the set of reference markings indicating a respective potential shoulder strap attachment position of the plurality of potential shoulder strap attachment positions, wherein the set of reference markings is configured such that releasably attaching each of the shoulder straps to the face of the panel of the tactical vest so that corresponding portions of the shoulder straps align with equivalent reference markings causes the shoulder straps to have an equivalent wearable length.

Abstract: According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a weighted sweatshirt, comprising: one or more pattern elements; and one or more weighting materials, wherein the weighting materials are dispersed inside the pattern elements.

Abstract: Example systems and methods are described for facilitating education and play using a garment and a guide. The garment includes an illustration that is related to an educational theme. The guide includes indicia that is also related to the educational theme. The garment illustration cooperates with the guide indicia to facilitate play and education. The educational theme is based on traits such as age, grade level, and reading ability. An example garment includes a set of pajamas imprinted with the illustration. An example guide includes a set of cards bearing indicia, such as images, and text. An example method includes developing a learning schedule in accordance with each educational theme and establishing a subscription based on the learning schedule.

Abstract: In one aspect, fabric materials are disclosed that have been treated with a fluid resistant treatment containing a water resistant composition and an oil resistant composition. The fluid resistant treatment may be substantially fluorocarbon free. Protective garments can be made from the fabric materials that provide resistance to water and/or oil.

Abstract: A coat system, includes a coat with an interior configured for carry, storage, and concealment of items including at least one of a handbag and pet carrier; a strap system within the interior of the coat, wherein the handbag or pet carrier can be connected to one or more hooks integrated with the strap system; and a weighted element in a hood of the coat enabling the hood to stay on a head of a user.

Abstract: A cooling device and a cooling garment using the cooling device. The cooling device comprises a housing, a TEC cooling module, and a fan. The housing is provided with a connected air intake chamber and an air outlet chamber, with the fan arranged in the air intake chamber. The TEC cooling module is installed in the air outlet chamber, forming a cold air channel and a hot air channel within the air intake chamber. The two sides of the lower end surface of the housing are respectively provided with a natural air intake port and a heat exhaust port. The natural air intake port communicates with the air intake chamber and corresponds to the fan, while the heat exhaust port communicates with the hot air channel. One side of the upper end surface of the housing is provided with a cold air outlet that communicates with the cold air channel, and the other side of the upper end surface of the housing is provided with a cold air inlet that communicates with the air intake chamber.

Abstract: A system and method of selectively connecting at least two articles of clothing is provided. First and second articles, which may comprise a glove and jacket sleeve or cuff, have mating geometries and at least one fastener to securely and selectively connect the two articles. In certain embodiments, magnets are provided as fasteners to connect the articles. For example, in certain embodiments, a method and system is provided that comprises features adapted to allow connection of an accessory (e.g. ski glove) to a portion of another article (e.g. jacket).

Abstract: A glove including a wrist region; a palm region extending outwardly from the wrist region; a plurality of digit regions extending outwardly from the palm region, wherein each digit region of the plurality of digit regions has a longitudinal axis extending along the digit region from the tip of the digit region to the palm region; an interior cavity bounded and defined by the wrist region, the palm region, and the plurality of digit regions, wherein the interior cavity is accessible via an opening defined by the wrist region. A crotch area is defined between each pair of adjacent digit regions. An exterior surface of at least one crotch area is textured, particularly through micro-etching of the exterior surface of the crotch area.

Abstract: The fast rope gloves include weighted slugs sewn into or bonded to the distal ends of each digit sleeve to assist in doffing the glove. The slugs are sewn to the back of the digit sleeves overlying the wearer's thumb nail or finger nails. The weights allow the user to fling the gloves off the hands by swinging the arms downward in a rapid movement.

Abstract: A system for the manufacture of a wig, the system including a frame having a rotating arm spanning in a first direction, a head form coupled to the rotating arm, the head form having an convex arcuate surface, a shuttle slidingly coupled to the frame, the shuttle having an arcuate edge, a plurality of funnels disposed about the arcuate edge of the shuttle, the funnels having an opening disposed therethrough, the plurality of funnels configured to contact the head form, a plurality of cartridges coupled to the plurality of funnels, an injector needle coupled to an injector arm, the injector arm configured to position the injector needle perpendicularly over the convex arcuate portion of the head form.

Abstract: A hair extension comprising a hair tuft having a proximal end secured together by a bonding base, the bonding base having apertures extending therethrough. A cover sheet has surface is releasably secured to a tacky surface wherein removal of the cover sheet allows securement of the tuft of hair to an individual's hair or scalp. A stitch line maintains a lateral length of the hair tuft allowing ease of bonding base replacement. The apertures allow breathability of the bonding base, wherein air inhibits moisture buildup from occurring between the base and the cover section.

Abstract: Systems are provided for headwear including a first pocket positioned on a first side of the headwear and a second pocket positioned on a second side of the headwear, where the second side is opposite the first side. The headwear further includes a set of capes including a first cape housed in and deployable from the first pocket and a second cape housed in and deployable from the second pocket.

Abstract: An improved balaclava can include a head cover adapted to at least partially cover a user's head and an injection molded facepiece attached to the head cover, wherein the injection molded facepiece is adapted to at least partially cover a user's mouth and nose region. The injection molded facepiece has a sealing portion that is adapted to form a seal at least partially around the user's mouth and nose region. The injection molded facepiece defines one or more vents positioned below the sealing portion, wherein the one or more vents are arranged to direct exhaled air and moisture in a generally downward direction and away from the user's eyes when the balaclava is worn.

Abstract: A novel viewing device mount includes a base and a first articulating arm. The first articulating arm includes a proximal end movably coupled to the base and a distal end configured to couple an optical device to the first articulating arm. The articulating arm further includes a first joint and a second joint. The first joint facilitates angular displacement of the optical axis of the optical device and the second joint facilitates translational displacement of the optical axis of the optical device. In a more particular embodiment, the viewing device further includes a second articulating arm having a proximal end coupled to the base and a distal end configured to couple a second optical device to the second articulating arm. In another particular embodiment, the base is configured to be removably attached to a head worn device such as, for example, a combat helmet.

Abstract: A head protection pad for insertion into a helmet with a base body made of padding material and a cover which at least partially surrounds the base body, wherein the cover has an outer layer and at least one inner layer, wherein the outer layer is designed as a cooling layer and has a cooling medium integrated into the outer layer.

Abstract: This invention introduces a groundbreaking beanie design featuring a new stitch configuration, departing from conventional norms. Employing innovative stitch lining techniques, the crown of the beanie is artistically redefined, blending comfort with sophistication. The distinctive design involves two parallel vertical stitches interconnected by a solitary horizontal stitch, evoking the form of the letter “H” or the Greek letter Theta. The stitch lines exhibit fluidity, adapting seamlessly to fabric stretch when worn. This versatile stitch pattern is adaptable to both cuffless and cuffed beanies, signifying a versatile solution for diverse preferences. The invention revolutionizes beanie creation while accentuating the convergence of textile artistry and wearable functionality.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a porous body comprising a lattice of interconnected unit cells and a first porosity. The article of footwear also includes skin layer integrally formed on an exterior of the porous body. The skin layer has a second porosity and defines ribs that extend outward from the porous body. The second porosity is less than the first porosity.

Abstract: A shoe may include an upper portion constructed from a continuous textile (e.g., a knit textile) that includes an elastic region and a structural region. The elastic region may be positioned about a perimeter of an opening into a cavity configured to receive a wearer's foot, and the elastic region may be configured to secure the shoe to a wearer's foot. The elastic region may have a first elasticity that is greater than a second elasticity of the structural region. In an unworn configuration, the elastic region may cause a tread surface of a sole of the shoe to have a continuous curvature. In a worn configuration, substantially all of an intermediate section of the tread surface may contact a surface on which the shoe is placed. The elastic region may improve the performance of the shoe, including the comfort and durability.

Abstract: A boot includes an integrated storage pouch for securely holding personal items. The boot has a vamp configured to cover a foot of a wearer, a shaft connectable to the vamp, the shaft extending above the foot, an interior lining, an outsole, a heel, and at least one pull strap. The integrated storage pouch is located on the inner surface of the shaft and is accessible from the outer surface through a slot. The pouch is securely attached to the shaft via stitching, which may form a sealed barrier to protect the items contained within. The pouch may be constructed from a durable, breathable material, such as neoprene, to provide comfort and flexibility while preventing bulging.

Abstract: The present invention provides a highly customizable sandal featuring interchangeable straps, allowing for versatile and personal style expressions. The sandal includes a sole and at least one detachable strap, with a fastening means facilitating the strap's secure attachment to the sole. The strap incorporates various customization elements, such as snap-on buttons for decorative attachments and a pouch-style design for the insertion of laminated design elements. These features permit instantaneous changes in the strap's color, texture, and theme, facilitating user-defined customization. Another embodiment includes a strap that attaches via a squeezable locking handle, further enhancing interchangeability. The invention offers a cost-effective, practical, and personalized approach to sandal design, significantly improving the user experience in footwear customization and overcoming the limitations of traditional fixed-design sandals.

Abstract: A ski boot comprising a sole designed to accommodate a boot of a skier and a connecting device having a fastening member to be fastened to the leg of the skier, which ski boot has: a lever part that is fastened to the sole via a pivot connection, the fastening member being movable relative to the lever part, a connecting rod that is connected at a first point to one of the sole and the lever part via a first pivot connection and at a second point to the other of the sole and the lever part via a second connection enabling the second point to be moved, and a deformable member that is arranged to prevent the second point from moving relative to a rest position.

Abstract: In general, one or more aspects of the disclosure relates to an athletic shoe comprising an upper and a sole. The sole further comprises an upper midsole, a lower midsole and a plate disposed between the upper midsole and the lower midsole. The plate comprises a toe region having a planar shape. The toe region is encapsulated between the upper midsole and the lower midsole. The plate additionally comprises a heel region having a contoured incurvature. The heel region protrudes externally from between the upper midsole and the lower midsole to form a sidewall that encompasses a heel region of the upper midsole. The unique combination of the two shapes of the plate provides comfort and stability as well as enhanced energy return in the heel with less force upon the heel of the wearer and with the sidewalls provides stability and then the planar forefoot shape placed between the two midsoles offers propulsion, at the metatarsal flex and toe area during the gait cycle.

Abstract: A dustproof work shoe using recycled PET, includes: an outsole made of a conductive rubber portion; and an insole being laid on the top of the outsole and having electrical conductivity. The insole is made using a nickel-plated copper fabric in combination with a carbon-graphene yarn and provided in the bottom of the shoe that comes into contact with the foot. The insole is made of recycled PET.

Abstract: A three-layered article of footwear construction having an outsole, midsole, and footbed. The outsole is made out of a rubber and has a mating relationship with the midsole. The midsole is made of a single density blown ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA). The midsole includes a first air cavity in the forefoot region and a second air cavity in the hind foot. The air cavities act like a suspension units under the impact areas of a foot giving improved impact reduction and help in reducing muscular and joint stress, fatigue, and impact during the normal walking gait motion. The footbed is made of a dual-density EVA. The dual density of the footbed allows for a greater flexibility and cushioning in the forefoot and heel regions due to its lighter density and provides greater support and stability around the perimeter area of the footbed due to its heavier density.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an outsole, an upper coupled to the outsole, a midsole arranged on the outsole, and a segmented support plate positioned between the outsole and the midsole. The segmented support plate includes a plurality of segments including (i) a first segment having a longitudinal dimension that is greater than a lateral dimension of the first segment, and (ii) a second segment having a longitudinal dimension that is less than a lateral dimension of the second segment.