Abstract: A modular organizational carrier device includes at least one strap module; at least one rigid divider loop; and a carrier having a touch fastener attached to its surface. The strap module has a rigid base with four sidewalls, two opposite surfaces, one of which has a mating touch fastener attached. An elastic strap extends across the other surface from sidewall to sidewall. The divider has four sidewalls forming a rounded rectangle surrounding an aperture through which the strap module slides. One of the sidewalls is concave, extending into the aperture so the aperture tapers at its center. A method of organizing articles on the carrier includes sliding the divider loop along the strap module, subdividing the elastic strap length; pressing the rigid base onto to the carrier surface; and sliding the article snugly between a first portion of the elastic strap and the rigid base.

Abstract: A method comprising obtaining a box comprising a box top defining a locking tab separable from the box top and comprising first, second, and third tab subpanels; the locking tab and the first tab subpanel thereof extending from at least one of a first main panel and a first end panel of the box, the second tab subpanel extending from and joined to the first tab subpanel, and the third tab subpanel extending from and joined to the second tab subpanel; and a box bottom comprising a second main panel; a second end panel joined thereto; and a tab connected to the second main panel and defining a locking opening; bending the third tab subpanel with respect to the second tab subpanel; inserting the locking tab into a gap defined at least in part by the second end panel; and engaging the locking tab with the locking opening.

Abstract: A conveyor of a cardboard-folding station receives a cardboard blank having a first portion, first and second lateral closing walls hinged thereto and facing upstream and downstream, respectively, an upper closing wall hinged to the second lateral closing wall and facing downstream, a third and a fourth lateral closing wall hinged and partly raised with respect to the first portion and projecting from sides of the conveyor. An article rests on the first portion, with four flanks or the article respectively facing the four lateral closing walls of the blank. At a first folding zone the third and fourth lateral closing walls are folded to cover the third and the fourth flanks of the article, and at a second folding zone the second lateral closing wall and the upper closing wall are folded to cover the article's second flank and its upper face.

Abstract: A method of automatically producing a book is disclosed. The book is generated from a database of source content items. As an example, a content item may be a cookery recipe. Typically, the source content items have been created for presentation on the web. The method includes the steps of processing the source content items to create publishable content items, allowing the user to select content items according to criteria, and then iteratively applying templates to the selected content items to optimize a print layout associated with each content item. The print layouts may be composed into a book, which may be automatically printed and sent to the user or to the user's order.

Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to a stowable garment system that allows for quick deployment and donning of an upper-body garment that is stowed within a pouch located on the front of a belt structure configured to encircle the waist of a wearer. The garment comprises at least a front section and a back section, where a portion of the front section is attached to the pouch. The garment further comprises a first tab extending from a bottom margin at a first side of the back section and a second tab extending from the bottom margin at a second opposite side of the back section. When stowed within the pouch, the tabs extend through one or more openings in the pouch. The wearer may exert tension on the tabs to actuate a quick-release mechanism causing the pouch to open, and enabling the garment to be deployed and donned.

Abstract: A manufacture includes a hair accessory (200,300) comprising a weft (201,301) and a plurality of hair strands (202,302), a film layer (411), and a support (1206). The weft can be arranged in a coil (408) along the film layer with the plurality of hair strands extending outwardly from the coil. The plurality of hair strands can be parted (1101,1102) to define a first subset of hair strands (1103) extending substantially in a first direction (1105) from the coil and a second subset of hair strands (1104) extending substantially in a second direction from the coil to form a parted hair assembly (1109). The parted hair assembly can then be wrapped about the support so as to preserve a one directional curl in the hair, as well as offer consumers a way to inspect both the interior side (1204) and the exterior side (1205) without disturbing the curl or coil.

Abstract: A wrap around container (31) for holding an electronic device (53) has a substantially rectangular panel (34) comprising a device receiving portion (43) at one end of the panel (34), a fixing portion (35) at the opposite end of the panel (34), and a wrap around portion (37) in between. A pair of flaps (32, 33) extend from opposite sides of the device receiving portion (43) of the panel (34), each side being on a respective longitudinal edge of the rectangular panel (34). Each flap (32, 33) is arranged to be folded into a closed position where the flap (32, 33) is over at least a part of the device receiving portion (43) and an upper surface of a device (53) when placed on the device receiving portion (43). The wrap around portion (37) is arranged to wrap at least over the flaps (32, 33) in the closed position and the fixing portion (35) is arranged to be fixed to an outside of the container (31) after wrapping of the wrap around portion (37) to close the container (31).

Abstract: The invention relates to a carton for packing and a method for packing articles. The carton for packing comprises: a central portion (2) which is strip-shaped and in turn comprises a first portion (51), a second portion (52) and a third portion (53); a first reinforcing wing (11) foldable towards the second portion (52); a second reinforcing wing (12) foldable towards the second portion (52); a third reinforcing wing (13) foldable towards the third portion (53); a fourth reinforcing portion (14), foldable towards the first portion (51), a first closing wing (41) foldable towards the first portion (51); a second closing wing (42) foldable towards the first portion (51).

Abstract: The invention is directed toward a protective sleeve for a comic book comprising a substantially rectangular pocket comprising a front cover panel and a back cover panel, a substantially rectangular flap portion extending from the back cover panel comprising a first crease, an inner panel portion, a second crease, and an outer panel portion. The outer front panel portion has an adhesion area. The pocket has an adhesive strip disposed on the back cover panel. The front cover panel has an opening through which the cover of a comic book can be disposed. The front cover panel is folded over from the back cover panel. The flap portion may be wrapped around the pocket such that the inner front panel portion covers the front cover panel, the outer front panel portion covers the back cover panel, and the back cover panel is secured to the adhesive strip.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for tracking transported items using RFID tags are provided. A tote for transporting RFID tagged items includes a body capable of enclosing one or more RFID tagged items. RF reflective and/or absorbent material is positioned to inhibit RF signals from reaching the enclosed RFID tagged items from outside the body. A portion of a wall of the tote or a sleeve for insertion into the tote can be free of reflective and/or absorbent material to allow RF signals to be sent into, and exit, the tote. The RF reflective and/or absorbent material can be provided with or without texture.

Abstract: A cover for a beverage dispensing container is provided that is adapted to be positioned directly over the container. The cover includes a decorative exterior that provides the desired aesthetic appearance to the container. The cover is shaped to conform to the shape of the container such that the cover encloses the container with the exception of the dispenser in order to enable the beverage held in the container to be easily dispensed from the container. The interior of the cover includes a number of support panels that provide sufficient rigidity to the cover to enable the cover to stand over the container.

Abstract: A magazine holder is operable to hold a small arms magazine and includes a magazine pouch and a shiftable gripping element. The magazine pouch presents an elongated pouch slot operable to receive at least part of the magazine when the magazine pouch holds the magazine. The gripping element is mounted on the magazine pouch to engage the held magazine.

Abstract: A method for producing a bundle (2) of different information leaflets (3, 4) from a sheet of flat material having at least two different sections, and a bundle (2) of such leaflets. The information leaflets (3, 4) are folded jointly and a protruding fold (14) is cut for separation of the information leaflets (3, 4).

Abstract: A blank-folded box-shaped package includes a top, a bottom opposite the top, two opposite lateral walls (I) connecting the top and the bottom, two opposite ends walls (U) connecting the top and the bottom, and two opposite peripheral shock absorbing end zones (R). Each end zone (R) is defined by one of the opposite end walls and extensions of the top, bottom and two opposite lateral walls. Also, each end zone (R) defines an exposed cavity region with the end walls in a retracted position inwardly of the shock absorbing end zone (R) of doubled material. The package defines a package blank in an unfolded state.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method for creating customized products using a product identification device. In some embodiments, the process involves receiving an aggregate order for yearbooks, creating a master list associated with the aggregate order and including single orders, associating at least one number with each single order, manufacturing a first portion of a yearbook for each single order with a first identifier associated with that portion and also being associated with the at least one number, manufacturing a second portion of the yearbook for the single order with a second identifier associated with that portion and also being associated with the at least one number, and combining the first portion with the second portion.

Abstract: A case for a portable electronic device that includes a first section having a first plurality of apertures, a second section having a second plurality of apertures, and a plurality of decorative pieces that have a base. The second section is slideable in relation to the first section such that the second plurality of apertures overlaps the first plurality of apertures when the first section and the second section are in a first position or in a second position. The base of each decorative piece is sized and configured to pass through a first overlap region when the first and second sections are in a first position and the base is held in a locked engagement in a second overlap region when the first and second sections are in a second position.

Abstract: An account application product includes a package, an account identifier and a terms sheet. The package includes a first panel extending from a free edge to a first fold line, a second panel extending away from the first fold line to a second fold line, and a third panel extending away from the second fold line. The first panel is folded back along the first fold line toward a first surface of the second panel to define a storage area between the first panel and the second panel. The third panel is folded forward along the second fold line toward a second surface of the second panel. The account identifier indicates an account associated with the account application product and is configured to be machine readable. The terms sheet is selectively stored in the storage area and includes printed terms for the account. Associated packages and method are also disclosed.

Abstract: A box for holding a book or object having orthogonal corners wherein each corner includes a first surface having a bent ear, a second surface having a fold over flap and a third surface that is formed when the fold over flap of the second surface is folded over the bottom and top edges of the bent ear. The end of the fold over flap has tabs at its end which engage tab receptors which are located in the third surface before it folds over the bottom edge of the bent ear. The tab receptors are cavities which extend only partially through the third surface.

Abstract: A system and method for packaging, shipping, and distributing personalized books is provided. In one embodiment, the system comprises a container having a plurality of wall panels attached to one another to define a central space within the container. One or more of the wall panels of the container comprise an access portion that may be readily displaced to provide access to the central space. A plurality of personalized books, each having an associated identification structure, are positioned in the container such that upon displacement of the access portion the identification structure is at least partially visible to a user.

Abstract: A versatile packaging box for products, which can be folded into a book cover or an envelope for the contained book, is disclosed. On its front, rear, left and right vertical panels a folding line whose position is adapted to the thickness of the contained book is respectively provided. The front, rear, left and right vertical panels are provided with foldable end panels. The height of the part of the left and right vertical panels above the fold line and below the end panel and the length of end panel add up to the length of the front cover of said book. When the end panel is folded onto the inner side of the rear and front vertical panels, the height of the part of the rear and front vertical panel above the fold line and below the end panel is equal to the width of the front cover of said book. The packaging box has the advantages as follows: making full use of the used packaging box, beautifying and protecting the contained book, and reducing waste.

Abstract: A flat pump for producing liquid spray or for producing an atomized liquid stream may have a thickness of 6 millimeters or less. The flat pump may include an internal reservoir (3), a valve (19), a valve conduit (45) and a vortex chamber (49) wherein fluid from the reservoir may be pumped through the valve, along the valve conduit, and into the vortex chamber. An atomized liquid stream, spray, or mist formed in the vortex chamber may be expelled from the flat pump.

Abstract: A scrap book storage device and system comprised of: storage structure having a top surface, a bottom surface, and four reinforced, scrap-book dimensioned side to secure a scrap book is filled with memorabilia and decorations. The scrap book storage device is constructed of an acid-free, lignin-free, and water-resistant material to protect the scrap book. The scrap book storage device can further be part of a scrapbooking kit that contains materials necessary for embellishment.

Abstract: An environmental-friendly book cover packaging with built-in bookmarks works by inserting the front and back cover pages and into the books, and using customizable cut-in edges to secure the cover around the book. Packaging pages with rip lines can be inserted book to prevent the book from opening up unintentionally. The user only have to rip along the preset lines on the cover (this step can be omitted if the book cover and back pages are inserted into the packaging first) to begin reading the book. The ripped strips are also designed to work as bookmarks, unless the book cover and back pages are inserted into the packaging first. This invention allows a reduction in the cost of book packaging and in garbage disposal, featuring an efficient and environmental-friendly solution to packaging books.

Abstract: Patent for a blank modular book (FIG. 1), the modules being distinguished by tags (1), each having the same number of pages, designed to be filled in by the members of each generation of the same Family, whatever they may want to write, each module being provided with transparent plastic bags for keeping photographs and documents, thus, in view of its long life extending for many centuries and even millennia, the book will be a material sound link in the Family, and can even result in the formation of a true “Clan” and, in view of having this characteristic of a very long life, it requires the protection of a highly resistant case (FIG.

Abstract: A flat mail sleeve packaging system which is adapted to stack product in a constrained homogenous mass. The system includes a first constraining wall and a second constraining wall. The second constraining wall is positioned with respect to the first constraining wall at a substantially perpendicular angle thereto. The first and second constraining walls are adapted for having the product placed therebetween with bound edges of the product all facing in a same direction without collapsing. A third constraining wall may also be provided forming a “U” shape with the first and second constraining walls.

Abstract: The book bag for mounting on a chair is adapted for mounting to the backrest of a chair for students that don't have access to a desk or locker to store their books and schools supplies. The book bag has an upper section with a downward opening mounting pocket that is capable of engaging the top of a backrest of a chair and a lower section with at least two compartments opening upward for storing books and school supplies in an organized manner. Various pockets are attached to an exterior front face of the lower section for holding additional school supplies with a transparent plastic window frame secured to a pocket for inserting a photograph or picture.

Abstract: The invention comprises a decorative book cover kit entitled Create-A-Classic Book Cover Kit, which is comprised of an outer cardboard box designed to look like a large book; leather-looking paper covers; alphabet and decorative transfer labels for labeling the title of the book and the author's name; and instructions for the use of the book covers and labels. As opposed to current book covers, which are either designed simply to protect books from wear and tear without providing a decorative design, or are designed with bright colors and flashy motifs, this invention is aimed at book owners who want to transform their collection from a motley arrangement of books into a beautiful, formal library, with book covers that are consistently patterned and classically decorated.

Abstract: An insert for a magazine or book has a recording medium compartment defining a top edge, a bottom edge and two lateral side edges. Two of the edges are closed at all times, one of the edges is initially open for passage therethrough of a recording medium into the compartment (and then closed), and another of the edges is initially closed but openable for passage therethrough of the recording medium out of the compartment.

Abstract: The handwriting network panel protection cover mainly contains one panel body with a soft cover strip and a hard cover strip on either side. The hard cover strip is connected to a fold-up protective cover that wraps the body when out of operation to keep it from wear and tear while holds up the panel body during operation by placing the soft cover strip on one side of the body at the edge of the protective cover and keeps it from slipping around with the high friction of the soft cover strip, thus props up the panel body firmly for operation; besides, the control buttons could be placed either on the left side or the right side in accordance with the user's operational habits, allowing the user to operate with his/her right hand or left hand.

Abstract: A Thematic Candle Card Set is used for celebrating holidays and occasions by including candle lighting as a main event. The components of the set are combined into a given number of novelty greeting cards that feature candle rolling and provide a gift for the user while simultaneously providing a gift for the receiver. The properties of the components such as their quantity and colors correspond to each other and more importantly correspond to a specific part of the holiday or occasion. The invention is suitable for use in places such as homes, offices, and classrooms.

Abstract: A container made of cardboard or a similar material is designed as a packaging for objects such as books, records and other solid objects. The container is formed by a cut flank that is folded in order to define panels that include a base for receiving objects, side leaves that are folded back above objects that are disposed on the base, two small cross surfaces and a closing flap. The cut flank is made from a planar blank that is formed from two parallel rectangular parts having two terminating cross edges and two longitudinal edges. One part is held against the other using a lip in the shape of an isosceles triangle. One side of the triangle is cut and the other side and the base are formed by a fold line. The fold line with the base is located at a longitudinal edge that is common to both parts, over a short longitudinal distance adjacent to a single panel. The first of the two rectangular parts has an end panel that has a defined triangular flap in the contour of the second part.

Abstract: For the shipping and possible return of an ordered item and an optional insert, a packaging construction is provided in which the primary item to be packaged can be transported at all times without belong damaged, regardless of whether the packaging houses an insert or whether such insert was removed. Z-shaped flaps, which envelop the item to be packaged, are for this purpose provided on the packaging construction.

Abstract: A single blank is used to make an expandable envelope construction having four side edges which can expand as the envelope construction is filled to capacity. The blank is provided with horizontal and vertical score lines and fold lines which permit the sides and bottom of the construction to collapse inwardly while the pocket enlarges in thickness and decreases in height and width. The blank has side flaps with rounded comers at the ends which are overlaid by the back panel and closure panel in an unsecured manner to maintain the envelope in a sealed condition when expanded.

Abstract: A book organizer having a cloth base panel, and a plurality of individual cloth bags connected in series to a bottom side of the base panel by stitches for holding books, the cloth base panel having a reinforcing metal sheet embedded therein and a hanging hole reinforced with a metal ring for hanging, the cloth bags each having a small, transparent, plastic outside flap pocket for holding an index sheet.

Abstract: A photo album case or other storage container is formed with an outer shell having laterally enclosing walls and an end structure opposite an open end to the shell. At least one transparent display panel is formed in the shell, and preferably the shell is formed from a single sheet of transparent stock. A stiff, inner display retainer is inserted into the open end of the shell and fits into the storage cavity defined within the shell. The display retainer conforms to the shape of at least the transparent display panel wall. The display retainer preferably extends beyond the display wall to extend across another of the inner shell surfaces immediately adjacent thereto. A visual display sheet, such as a photographic print, is located between the transparent display wall and the display retainer. The display sheet may be merely inserted in between the transparent display wall and the display retainer, or it may be mounted upon either the retainer or the inner surface of the transparent display panel wall.

Abstract: A lunch and book carrier includes a container, a divider, a first zipper, a second zipper, a book with a back, a fastening strip and a complementary fastening strip. The container has a first half portion with a first side edge and a second half portion with a second side edge. The divider has a first side edge and a second side edge. Each of the first and second zipper has a fastening track, a complementary fastening track and a track linking the fastening track to the complementary fastening track. The first zipper mechanically couples the first side edge of the container to the first side edge of the divider to form a first compartment. The second zipper mechanically couples the second side edge of the container to the second side edge of the divider to form a second compartment. The fastening strips are mechanically coupled to the back of the book and the container adjacent to the second compartment. The book is disposed in the second compartment and detachably coupled to the container.

Abstract: A photo album case or other storage container is formed with an outer shell having laterally enclosing walls and an end panel opposite an open end to the shell. At least one display panel is formed in the shell and a window is defined in the display panel. A stiff, inner display retainer is inserted into the open end of the shell and fits into the storage cavity defined within the shell. The display retainer conforms to the shape of at least the display panel wall. The display retainer extends beyond the display wall to extend across another of the inner surfaces immediately adjacent thereto. A visual display sheet, such as a photographic print, is located between the display wall and the display retainer. The display sheet may be merely inserted in between the display wall and the display retainer, or it may be mounted upon either the retainer or the inner surface of the display panel wall.

Abstract: A combination toy vehicle and book having a toy vehicle with an inner rigid frame and an outer flexible three-dimensional shell that alleviates possible pinch points when the vehicle is opened to reveal the book and the internal book has page tabs that extend out of an opening in the toy vehicle to assist opening toy vehicle when desired.

Abstract: Particles of sand coated with oil are loaded into a housing (1). A fluidizing unit (3) is provided towards the bottom of the housing. The fluidizing unit fluidizes the particles and discharges them from the housing to a separator, such as one or more hydrocyclones (8, 14), in which the oil and sand particles are separated. The coated particles can be introduced in the housing (1) via a cyclonic separator (50, 52) which provides some preliminary separation.

Abstract: The container that converts into a copyholder of the present invention is formed from a one-piece blank (1) of paperboard or the like and comprises integral folding tabs (21 & 22) attached to side flaps (15 & 17) respectively which are inserted into tab receiving slots (19 & 20) located on the same edge end of the front panel (2) thereof. The bottom panel (18) contains a tab (29) attached to the free end thereof. The top panel (16) contains two tab receiving slots, one slot (30) located along the opposite edge from the free edge and the other tab (31) located midway between the free edge and the folded edge. The container is used for packaging, storing or mailing by folding the side flaps (15 & 17) upwardly, inwardly and downwardly and folding the top panel (16) and the bottom panel (18) upwardly, inwardly and downwardly, inserting tab (29) into the tab receiving slot (30).

Abstract: A display book box is disclosed which is useful for carrying a relatively large book and which is constructed in a manner such that when it is opened it can function as a display easel for the book contained therein. The display box also provides punch out supports and an insert piece to support one or more books.

Abstract: A transparent protective casing for wire bound notebooks featuring a flared top opening. The flared shape of the top aperture affords enhanced protection for wire bindings and easy insertion and removal of items. The transparency of the invention allows for convenient viewing of the contents, and the dimensions may vary to accommodate a variety of wire bound products.

Abstract: A book packaging container, comprising four walls (10), a floor (9) and cover flaps (11) which can be folded into a container closing cover after wrapping the books, said walls, floor and cover defining a space having a certain size and shape. The floor (9) of a container or a separate base sheet (3) laid upon the floor of a container is fitted with carton or cardboard flaps (5) whose bases are located adjacent to an edge (13) between the opposite end walls (10) and the floor (9) of a container. The flaps (5) have a length which only slightly less than that of the container, whereby the ends of said flaps (5) can be fastened in an overlapping (7) fashion against each other on top of a bundle of books (6).

Abstract: A presentation system, by which a pictorial work can be protected in a manner appropriate for presentation as a gift or sales item and directly used by the recipient in a traditional manner without alteration and can be simultaneously authenticated in a manner that enhances the presentability of the work as a gift or sales item, preferably includes a framed pictorial work and an authenticating backing that bears authenticating information and is secured to the back of the frame. The system can further include a card and envelope with additional information relating to the work and a box having side flaps to hug the frame to give an appearance of extending the frame.

Abstract: Corrugated box constructions suitable for packaging, storing and transporting flat rectangular objects such as books and the like. The box has a generally rectangular central panel, a pair of side panels hingedly joined to one of the opposite ends of the central panel. The side panels fold first perpendicularly and then parallel to the central panel and have a leaf-spring terminus. A top panel is hingedly joined to one of the transverse sides of the central panel. The top panel folds first perpendicularly upward, then parallel, then perpendicularly downward and under the central panel. The construction allows for packaging products of various sizes and yet provides a cushioned retention of the product without changing the carton size.

Abstract: A packaging element for a stack of fiat printed products is formed of a tear resistant material, and has a rectangular receiving area for the stack of product. The receiving area has four lateral edges, and a localizing area of material for wrapping around the stack of product extends from each edge. The localizing areas are made with sufficient length to overlap at least partially upon wrapping around tile stack of the product, and hook and loop fasteners attached on the localizing areas allow tile packaging element to be secured around the stack of product. A reinforcing strap integrated with tile localizing areas extends through a top portion of on localizing area to serve as a carrying strap.

Abstract: The invention is a carrying pouch that is shaped and sized to function as a protective pouch, specifically for newspapers, magazines, and other similar articles. The pouch is open at both ends and may be of cardboard, paper, leather or synthetic materials such as Naugahyde, polyvinyl chloride or other plastics. Optional versions include: the use of a spine made of a synthetic sheet with scoring to facilitate the folding of the pouch; interior rollers to facilitate the removal of the newspaper and padded walls for comfort. A securing strap of leather, rubber, elastic or synthetic material may be attached to the cutside of the pouch for additional securing. Advertising indicia, appropriate for the channels of trade that the pouch may be used in, may be displayed on the sides of the pouch.

Abstract: A comic book protection apparatus includes a document cover having generally flexible, generally rectangular front and rear panels each having at least one longitudinal edge, the edges positioned in vertical spaced relation. A spine extends between and is connected to one of the longitudinal edges of each of the front and rear panels. The spine is connected to the front and rear panels at generally right angles thereby forming a comic book receiving channel. The cover is constructed of a generally translucent material and is of a size and shape to substantially cover and protect a comic book between the front and rear panels. Finally, the document cover may be inserted into a generally rectangular cover-receiving envelope having front and rear envelope panels, the panels being connected to each other on at least two sides. The envelope is of a size and shape to receive and enclose the document cover between the front and rear envelope panels and is constructed of a generally translucent material.

Abstract: An enclosed cover system with a releasable sealing edge for the protection of comic books comprising, a bag formed of thin flexible transparent plastic, the bag having a front sheet and a rear sheet with sealed bottom and side edges and an opened upper slot, the sheets forming a long base and a short width for the receipt of a comic book; and an insert formed of a relatively rigid transparent plastic material the insert having a long height and a short width whereby when positioned within the space of the bag, efficient room will remain for the receipt of a comic book.

Abstract: A kit enhances the marketability of personalized books, such as paperback romance novels. The kit includes a simulated book constructed of a book cover and foam core adhesively secured to it, and a questionnaire for insertion of personalized information. The questionnaire and a reply addressed envelope are provided between the cover and the foam core, and the simulated book is shrink wrapped in transparent plastic. The questionnaire is on difficult to accurately photocopy paper, such as colored paper and/or ink with a distinctive watermark or printed background design, and/or a serial number (e.g. in bar code format). Instructions on what to do with the questionnaire are provided on the rear face of the simulated book cover.