Abstract: A wearable article, a moisturizing composition and a method for preparing a wearable article have been disclosed. The wearable article includes at least a layer of a flexible material, wherein the flexible material is an elastomeric material and an inner surface of the layer of flexible material is a coated with a coating formulation comprising 1% to 7% by weight of a moisturizing composition and 93% to 99% by weight of solvent. The moisturizing composition includes 10 to 30% by weight of at least one humectant and 1.0 to 5.4% by weight of at least one antioxidant. Thereby, the present invention reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and promotes skin barrier recovery.

Abstract: A prosthetic heart valve includes a collapsible and expandable stent with a valve assembly disposed therein. A first cuff is positioned on the lumenal or ablumenal surface of the stent. A second cuff is positioned radially outward of the stent and the first cuff. The second cuff may include apertures that allow blood to pass through the second cuff into the spaces between the first and second cuffs. The second cuff may include a proximal edge with a plurality of notches that may be closed to create puckered areas in the second cuff to facilitate the movement of blood in the spaces between the first and second cuffs. The stent may include struts adjacent the second cuff that bow radially inwardly to create additional space for blood to flow in the spaces between the first and second cuffs.

Abstract: A disposable glove and system are provided that has features and characteristic that enable a cuff opening of the glove to more easily open, thereby assisting in donning the glove. The disposable glove system includes stacked glove configurations for mounting and storage. The disposable glove system also includes features that make the disposable gloves easier to dispense from a dispenser with minimal user contact with the outer surface of the disposable gloves.

Abstract: According to this procedure, these steps are made: a) immersing a shaped mold (4) in a dipping process in a liquid synthetic polyisoprene (IR) (synthetic latex), wherein the shaped mold (4) has previously been treated with coagulation agent (coagulants) or thermally treated, b) after the immersion, the synthetic polyisoprene layer is left on the shaped mold (4) and is freed from all salts with water, c) thereafter, the synthetic polyisoprene layer together with the shaped mold (4) is vulcanized in an oven, d) the synthetic polyisoprene layer is removed from the mold (4), e) the salts precipitated by the vulcanization on the synthetic polyisoprene molded body (11) are washed off with water and a chlorine-containing solution, f) the synthetic polyisoprene molded body (11) is halogenated to neutralize its pH and to increase its suppleness in contact with body skin with a halogenating solution, g) the synthetic polyisoprene molded body (11) is dried.

Abstract: A heat insulating sheet includes, a first sheet, a first heat insulator disposed on a main surface of the first sheet and including a first xerogel, a second heat insulator disposed on the main surface of the first sheet apart from the first heat insulator and including a second xerogel, and a second sheet disposed on the main surface of the first sheet to cover the first and second heat insulators. A first region of the heat insulating sheet provided between the first and second heat insulators viewing in a direction perpendicular to the main surface has an extensible rate larger than an extensible rate of each of the first and second heat insulators. The heat insulating property of this heat insulating sheet hardly degrades.

Abstract: An applicator mitt assembly system comprises an applicator mitt tooling including: a tooling body having a mitt-perimeter cutter and weld bead thereon which are shaped to a perimeter of a mitt to be cut; a heating element associated with the tooling body which is shaped so as to substantially match a shape of the weld bead to create a perimeter weld for the mitt when engaged with the tooling body; and an ejector platen which is actuatable relative to the tooling body to eject a cut and welded mitt. A conveyor device is adapted to feed mitt material towards the tooling and a tooling actuator adapted to actuate the tooling relative to the conveyor device to allow the cutter to cut mitt material at the conveyor device. A discrete applicator mitt tooling, method of assembling an applicator mitt, and welded applicator mitt are also provided.

Abstract: A glove structure of the present invention has a glove palm, a glove back and an edging. The edging is a bent sheet and has an upper side edge and a lower side edge, wherein the lower and upper side edges are respectively adhered to the glove palm and the glove back via joining regions, and the lower and upper side edges bend toward the glove palm. Thus, the whole glove structure bends along a direction being from the glove back to the glove back to make the glove structure be a ergonomics structure which the fingers bend toward the glove palm when the human hand is under a working state or a general state without force.

Abstract: A glove apparatus is disclosed comprising a substantially glove-shaped first layer, a substantially glove-shaped second layer, and an attachment tab comprising a lower portion, an upper portion, and an extension portion. The attachment tab is attached to a finger portion of the second layer along the lower portion and along the upper portion. The extension portion extends from the attachment tab at a location distal from a fingertip of the second layer and overlies the upper portion to an attachment region on the first layer proximate a fingertip of the first layer, the fingertips of the first layer and of the second layer thereby lying substantially near or in contact with one another.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention provides a protective sports glove having a novel combination of liner sections, breathable mesh sections, stretch joints, and shock absorbing cushions to provide maximum protection to the user's fingers, hands, wrists, and lower forearms while maintaining as much flexibility within the glove and tactile feel on both palmar and dorsal sides of the glove as possible. The pattern and construction employs strategically-placed stretch zones, strategic padding placement, and a variety of improved padding constructions all for more flex without compromising protection.

Abstract: A glove having a hand portion including a palmer region and a dorsal region with a finger portion and a thumb portion extending outwardly from the hand portion. The finger portion includes a first finger member for receiving a finger therein. The first finger member has a dorsal portion, an inner portion and a pair of sidewalls extending therebetween. A pair of seams join the dorsal and inner portions to the sidewalls and the seams are recessed inwardly so as to fall along the sides of an athlete's fingers when the glove is worn. The dorsal portion includes a plurality of protective pads, the inner portion includes one or more frictionally engaging surfaces; and the sidewalls permit air to flow into the finger cavity.

Abstract: The present invention is a pre-shaped article of clothing formed with an inner and/or outer layer and an intermediate layer secured to the inner or outer layer, wherein the intermediate layer includes an adhesive positioned thereon in a non- or discontinuous manner to secure the intermediate layer to the inner or outer layer. The adhesive is heat-activated to form bonds between the inner and/or outer layer and the intermediate layer without any application of compressive forces to the layers when forming the glove.

Abstract: A puncture-resistant glove includes a glove body having a hand portion with an index finger, a middle finger, a ring finger, a little finger and a thumb and a puncture-resistant area generally covering the hand portion, the thumb and the index finger.

Abstract: A glove apparatus is disclosed comprising a substantially glove-shaped first layer, a substantially glove-shaped second layer, and an attachment tab comprising a lower portion, an upper portion, and an extension portion. The attachment tab is attached to a finger portion of the second layer along the lower portion and along the upper portion. The extension portion extends from the attachment tab at a location distal from a fingertip of the second layer and overlies the upper portion to an attachment region on the first layer proximate a fingertip of the first layer, the fingertips of the first layer and of the second layer thereby lying substantially near or in contact with one another.

Abstract: A glove, including a first polymeric composition disposed as a polymeric coating or polymeric layer; and a plurality of raised features comprising a second polymeric composition disposed on a surface of the polymeric coating, wherein the polymeric coating and the plurality of raised features comprise different polymeric compositions adapted to enhance at least one of oil grip properties, dry grip properties, or wet grip properties, and methods of making the gloves, which may be unsupported gloves, are disclosed.

Abstract: Gloves including a fabric liner; a first polymeric composition adhered to at least a portion of the fabric liner, forming a polymeric coating; and a plurality of raised features comprising a second polymeric composition disposed on a surface of the polymeric coating, wherein the polymeric coating and the plurality of raised features comprise different polymeric compositions adapted to enhance at least one of oil grip properties, dry grip properties, or wet grip properties, and methods of making the gloves, are disclosed.

Abstract: A glove that includes a polymeric, elastomeric, or latex composition including a blend of a polyurethane material, an acrylonitrile-butadiene material and an ethylene vinyl acetate material; at least one of a carnauba or a modified polyethylene wax; and hard filler particles having a hardness greater than 4 Mohs or more, thereby increasing the abrasion-resistance and/or cut-resistance of the glove, is disclosed.

Abstract: A glove, having a finger sheath comprising multiple pieces of fabric held together by seams; and reinforcements for the seams so that part of the sheath can be removed by cutting without the seams unraveling.

Abstract: A minimal glove capable of being removably secured to a palm directly, the minimal glove comprises a flexible sheet having a substrate layer, a backing layer having a top surface and a bottom surface and an attachment layer, wherein the flexible sheet is formed substantially in the shape of a human palm, the substrate layer is disposed on the top surface of the backing layer and the attachment layer is disposed on the bottom surface of the backing layer and the attachment layer is configured to be removably attached to the palm directly. The minimal glove further comprises a protective sheet on which the attachment layer is attached such that the attachment layer of the flexible sheet is protected from contamination when the protective sheet is not in use.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to elastomeric gloves and related methods of manufacture. In one embodiment, an elastomeric glove is provided which includes a glove body having a layer made of an elastomeric material. The glove body can have interior surface and exterior surface with a green tea coating on the interior surface of the glove body and a green tea flavoring coated on the exterior surface of the glove body.

Abstract: A work glove with a hand-receiving cavity and a thumb tube and four elongated finger tubes. A resilient pad attaches in a portion selected for providing resistance to industrial loading. A polymer coating encapsulates at least a portion of an exterior surface and the resilient pad within a continuous film, the resilient pad and the polymer coating defining in situ an interfacial miscible layer comprising portions of the resilient pad bonded with the polymer coating, which continuous film resists chemical penetration therethrough while the resilient pad resists industrial loading during use of the work glove.

Abstract: A glove, including a polymeric, elastomeric, or latex composition, having a water-based emulsion of a polyisoprene polymer; a first accelerator comprising at least one of a thiourea, a benzothiazole sulphenamide, a thiazole, or a dialkyl dithiocarbamate, or combinations thereof, a second accelerator comprising a thiuram or a xanthogen, or a combination thereof, at least one anti-oxidant, at least one vulcanizing agent; and an activator, wherein a total amount of the first accelerator and the second accelerator ranges from 0.2 to 2.5 PHR of the polymeric, elastomeric, or latex composition and the polymeric, elastomeric, or latex composition is substantially free of diphenyl guanidine and/or casein.

Abstract: A flexible, multi-layer glove, including a liner, a glove shell having at least one of a knitted fabric or a flame-treated leather; and/or a floating barrier layer, that includes a plurality of attachment tabs, disposed between the glove shell and the liner, wherein the plurality of attachment tabs attach the barrier layer to the liner and to the glove shell and/or a floating insulation layer is disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for preparing copolymeric emulsions from at least one water soluble monomer and at least one water insoluble monomer are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, one or more surfactants and stabilizers may be used. In some embodiments, the monomers used in the process include, by total monomer weight, at least 50% water soluble monomers and at least 10% water insoluble monomers. Copolymer emulsions formed from the reaction product of at least one water soluble monomer and at least one water insoluble monomer are also disclosed along with articles coated with such emulsions and coating formulations made from such emulsions as well as methods for the manufacture and coating of such articles.

Abstract: The invention is a general purpose glove that provide solar protection for the back of the user's hand while leaving the palm and finger pads exposed. By leaving the palm-side of the hand exposed the wearer is provided with an unimpeded sense of touch and greater control over the tools being used and a dryer and cooler hand. The invention can be made of UPF fabric, or some other material providing less UV protection.

Abstract: A semi cured supported elastomeric glove with enhanced gripping surfaces achieved by the method of transferring of patterns by compression molding, including a plurality of concave indentations of any pattern and molded into the gripping surfaces of the semi cured glove.

Abstract: The present invention is an article of clothing, such as a glove, formed with a flexible, moldable material section forming one or more of the portions of the article of clothing. The moldable sections utilized in constructing the article of clothing are formed in a molding process which allows for the formation of the sections in a desired shape and/or with various function-enhancing members integrally on the moldable portions. In addition, the molding process for forming the moldable sections can be used to bond the moldable sections to the other non-moldable sections used in the construction of the article of clothing.

Abstract: A novel ultrasonic oscillation-induced sericin extraction method produces a high-molecular-weight sericin solution from silk cocoon threads at room temperature. In one embodiment, unique pH variation-resistant alkaline ionic water is produced from a novel strongly-alkaline ionic water generator device, wherein the unique pH variation-resistant alkaline ionic water is subsequently utilized as a beneficial solvent that contributes to the feasibility of the novel ultrasonic oscillation-induced sericin extraction method at room temperature. The high-molecular-weight sericin solution produced and coated in a glove provides a high coating adhesion for economical manufacturing of sericin-coated gloves, while also providing superb skin moisturizing and protection properties.

Abstract: Embodiments of golf gloves having a cut out portion and methods to manufacture gloves having a cut out portion are generally described herein. Other embodiments of gloves may be described and claimed.

Abstract: A garment including a shell adapted to receive a portion of a body of a wearer therein, the shell having an interior surface, an exterior surface and an aperture for receiving the body portion of the wearer and at least one conductive member disposed on the exterior surface of the shell. The at least one conductive member is formed with sufficient conductive mass to generate a signal recognizable by a touch-sensitive device without direct contact of the at least one conductive member with the wearer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pet hair collectors. In some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to a glove having a surface which, due to its specific manufacturing and curing process, provides a tacky surface and additionally develops an electrostatic charge during use that further serves to attract pet hair. The glove preferably maintains all or most of its efficacy after repeated washing. The glove is particularly adapted to removing pet hair when the glove is placed in contact with (e.g., brushed against) the pet hair. In some embodiments, an existing glove made of a material such as nylon and/or elastane (Spandex), or bamboo, is coated with a material such as nitrile rubber which is partially cured to obtain the desired tack and electrostatic charging properties. In other embodiments, the pet hair collector is a nitrile roller.

Abstract: A mitten hand covering which can be reconfigured from a closed end condition covering the fingers and thumb to a condition where the fingers and thumb may be protruded through openings to be exposed for improved dexterity. The hand covering is made from a sheet of material folded up and sewn along perimeter edges of an auxiliary section and subsection of a main section of a pattern formed by the sheet.

Abstract: Provided is a work glove which has further improved wear resistance and workability while ensuring functions such as dielectric breakdown strength and water proofing. In such a work glove, a fabric material, which is formed of one selected from cloth, knitted fabric and meshed fabric and has a predetermined area, is affixed to an outer surface of a glove base which is made of an elastic material, and a coating film having a higher friction coefficient than the fabric material is formed on a surface of the fabric material.

Abstract: A glove, comprising an innermost liner comprising a first knitted material of a first knit gauge, an intermediate liner disposed over a first outside surface of the innermost liner, the intermediate liner comprising a second knitted material of a second knit gauge wherein the first knit gauge is different from the second knit gauge, a protective layer disposed over a second outside surface of the intermediate liner and an outer layer disposed over a third outside surface of the protective layer.

Abstract: A leather laminating method and an apparatus manufactured by applying the leather laminating method. A waterproof membrane may be sandwiched between two layers of breathable materials, and a waterproof breathable (WPB) material may be formed. The WPB material may be laminated to a leather material by using a dot adhesive, and a laminate construction may be created. The laminate construction may be cut into pieces, and the pieces may be sewn together into a hand-covering garment. The garment may be taped at seams to prevent water from passing through the garment.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to protective clothing and methods of manufacturing the same. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to protective clothing providing maximum protection with minimal restriction on range of movement, and method of manufacturing the same. In one embodiment, a wrist protecting glove comprises a polyurethane pad, formed to fit over a user's palm, a holding material integrally formed within the pad, a set of snap fasteners for closing the holding material around a user's thumb, a palm strap for affixing the wrist protecting glove on a user's hand, the palm strap affixed to the holding material, and a D-ring assembly for receiving the palm strap, wherein the palm strap comprises a hook and loop fastener strap for looping through the D-ring assembly and fastening onto itself to affix the wrist protecting glove on the user's hand.

Abstract: A first member and a second member are overlapped to form an overlapping portion (K) and a region including the overlapping portion is sewn in a zigzag manner. The first member is structured by an outer finger-palm portion (104A) and the second member is structured by an inner finger-palm portion (104B), respectively, and at the overlapping portion (K), the inner finger-palm portion (104B) is overlapped on the outer finger-palm portion (104A) or the outer finger-palm portion (104A) is overlapped on the inner finger-palm portion (104B).

Abstract: The present invention provides waterproof, breathable non-textile seamed articles which exhibit high levels of durability and allow wearers a high level of flexibility and article strength. This invention is of particular interest for use in dexterous hand coverings and conformable foot coverings.

Abstract: The present invention provides waterproof, breathable non-textile seamed articles which exhibit high levels of durability and allow wearers a high level of flexibility and article strength. This invention is of particular interest for use in dexterous hand coverings and conformable foot coverings.

Abstract: A process for making an exercise glove includes the following steps, not necessarily in order. First, forming a surface into an outer flap and an inner flap. The inner flap is mechanically coupled to the outer flap by a hook and fastener. Next, applying a palm pad and a palm grip to the surface. This includes the following steps: first, mixing a silk screen ink compound into a mold. Then, heating the silk screen ink compound until it becomes hard. After that, permitting the mold to cool. Following that, placing the mold immediately adjacent to the surface. Next, subliming the silk screen ink compound to the surface. Then, permitting the glove to cool. The silk screen ink surface provides substantial grip permitting a user to better grip items by hand.

Abstract: A protective glove includes an inner liner having a soft pliable material configured to cover a front side and a back side of a user's hand. A protective layer is attached to an exterior surface of the inner liner and disposed over at least the front side of the user's hand. The protective layer includes a wire mesh panel that is configured to protect the user's hand from cuts, abrasions, and punctures and that has an edge portion with a plurality of wire ends. An edge protector is disposed over the edge portion of the wire mesh panel and substantially conceals the wire ends to prevent the edge portion from fraying and the plurality of wire ends from piercing the inner liner. An outer layer is attached to the exterior surface of the inner liner and is disposed over the protective layer.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a wrist protecting glove and methods of manufacturing the same. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to a wrist protecting glove providing maximum protection with minimal restriction on range of movement, and method of manufacturing the same. In one embodiment, a wrist protecting glove comprises a polyurethane pad, formed to fit over a user's palm, a holding material integrally formed within the pad, a set of snap fasteners for closing the holding material around a user's thumb, a palm strap for affixing the wrist protecting glove on a user's hand, the palm strap affixed to the holding material, and a D-ring assembly for receiving the palm strap, wherein the palm strap comprises a hook and loop fastener strap for looping through the D-ring assembly and fastening onto itself to affix the wrist protecting glove on the user's hand.

Abstract: An elastomeric flexible article and method for manufacture has moisture absorbing characteristics. An example of such an article is a disposable protective glove that includes a first layer; and a second layer with an effective amount of super absorbent polymer dispersed therein, the second layer to be closer to a hand than the first layer, when the glove is worn on the hand. The second layer is configured to absorb excess moisture, when the glove is worn for a period of time, to facilitate wet donning and provide for breathability of the skin, and thereby to provide for a comfortable environment for the skin.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a glove that includes an outer shell having several finger shells. At least one finger shell includes first, second, and third tongues, the first tongue forming the palm portion of the finger shell, and the second and third tongues forming the back and side portions of the finger shell. The tongues are joined together at their adjacent edges. The glove can further include waterproof strips overlapping the adjacent edges and fastened to the edges. The invention is also directed to a method of manufacturing the glove.

Abstract: A non-slip finished glove includes: a glove main body made of fibers for covering a wearer's hand; a plurality of protrusions made of resin or rubber, the protrusions being fixed at least to a palm region of an outer face of the glove main body; and an air permeable coating layer that is laminated at least on a region other than the protrusions in the palm region of the outer face of the glove main body, in which the protrusions protrude from an outer face of the coating layer. The plurality of protrusions allows grip of an object and, since the coating layer is provided in regions other than the protrusions not to expose fibers of the glove main body, a sufficient gripping force can be exerted to firmly grip the object.

Abstract: An elastomeric abrasion and cut resistant coating or coated glove, including a polymeric, elastomeric, or latex layer and, optionally, a fabric liner, is disclosed. Methods for manufacturing an elastomeric abrasion and cut resistant coating or coated glove substantially are also disclosed.

Abstract: A glove comprising a glove body made from fibers; and a plurality of convexities fixed at least on the palm side area of the external surface of the glove body, the convexities comprising a base material made of a rubber or a resin, and a filler contained in the base material.

Abstract: A glove for gripping a small object is disclosed. A glove for gripping a small object comprises: a glove main body comprising a finger portion for covering a finger; and a thimble portion comprising a thumb thimble portion and a forefinger thimble portion. Each of the thumb thimble portion and the forefinger thimble portion comprises a first layer facing the back of a hand and a second layer being opposite to the first layer. A front side of the first layer and a front side of the second layer are adhered to each other and form an edge line. A rear side of the thimble portion is open to be mounted on the finger portion. A right-and-left center line of an outer surface of the first layer of the thumb thimble portion and a right-and-left center line of an outer surface of the first layer of the forefinger thimble portion are aligned with each other within an error margin of about 0 mm to about 0.

Abstract: An elastomeric flexible article and method for manufacture has moisture absorbing characteristics. An example of such an article is a disposable protective glove that includes a first layer; and a second layer with an effective amount of super absorbent polymer dispersed therein, the second layer to be closer to a hand than the first layer, when the glove is worn on the hand. The second layer is configured to absorb excess moisture, when the glove is worn for a period of time, to facilitate wet donning and provide for breathability of the skin, and thereby to provide for a comfortable environment for the skin.

Abstract: Glove structures may include front and back portions. A knuckle support assembly may be attached to the back portion. The knuckle support assembly may include a knuckle support member having at least one cutout coincident with at least one metacarpalphalangeal joint and a flexible member extending across the at least one cutout. The knuckle support member may have a greater flexural stiffness than the back portion. The material of the knuckle support member may be more elastically stretchable than the material of the back portion. The material of the flexible member may be more elastically stretchable than the material of the back portion. The knuckle support member may be molded to the flexible member. Alternatively, the knuckle support member and the flexible member may be fuse bonded to one another. Methods for making such glove structures are also provided.

Abstract: A glove is disclosed that includes abrasion-resistant finger elements on the inner surface of the glove, including in the finger stalls. The finger elements include abrasion-resistant elements that define extended channels between them. The finger elements are composed of an abrasion-resistant material.