53rd week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 2 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20150373995 | KP6 ANTIFUNGAL PROTEIN-INDUCED FUNGAL RESISTANCE IN FOOD CROPS - Provided are transgenic plants expressing KP6 antifungal protein and/or KP6 α and β polypeptides, exhibiting high levels of fungal resistance. Such transgenic plants contain a recombinant DNA construct comprising a heterologous signal peptide sequence operably linked to a nucleic acid sequence encoding these molecules. Also provided are methods of producing such plants, methods of protecting plants against fungal infection and damage, as well as compositions that can be applied to the locus of plants, comprising microorganisms expressing these molecules, or these molecules themselves, as well as pharmaceutical compositions containing these molecules. Human and veterinary therapeutic use of KP6 antifungal protein and/or KP6 α and β polypeptides are also encompassed by the invention. | 2015-12-31 |
20150373996 | Insect Repelling Methods and Compositions - Compositions and methods for repelling biting midges, sand flies, and mosquitoes comprising applying to human skin compositions comprising neem oil, coconut oil and at least one other oil. This composition is non-toxic to mammals, marine vertebrates or invertebrates and other forms of aquatic life. | 2015-12-31 |
20150373997 | BAKING DEVICE - A baking device for producing baked goods, in particular for producing filled baked goods, includes baking presses that can be swung open and closed, can be moved from a feeding device through the baking chamber of the oven and to a goods removal device on a continuously moving continuous conveyor that circulates in the longitudinal direction of the oven. The baking presses have a lower baking mold and an upper baking mold, each movable between open and closed positions about a baking-press axis. The baking presses are connected to the continuous conveyor by releasable mechanical connections. The baking device also has a baking-press removal station at at least one point of the continuous conveyor, at which baking-press removal station baking presses can be removed and reattached. The removal and redelivery of the baking presses are performed on the continuously moving continuous conveyor. | 2015-12-31 |
20150373998 | SERPENTINE BAKING PAN AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - The present invention is a baking pan having a bottom connected to four side walls. One side wall is a semicircular side having a perimeter measuring about 180°. Another side wall is substantially straight and connected to the semicircular side. Another side wall is substantially straight side and connected to another end of the semicircular side. The fourth side wall is an arc side connecting the two substantially straight sides. One of the substantially straight sides is substantially equal in length to the radius of the arc side. | 2015-12-31 |
20150373999 | COMBINATION OF AN ALPHA-AMYLASE AND A G4-FORMING AMYLASE - This invention relates to an enzyme composition comprising an alpha-amylase polypeptide and a G4-forming amylase, a pre-mix comprising these enzymes, a method to prepare a dough and a method to prepare a baked product. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374000 | BAKED CONFECTIONERY - Baked confectionery, containing:
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20150374001 | BAKED CONFECTIONERY - Baked confectionery containing insoluble dietary fiber in an amount of from 5.0 to 20.0 mass % and starch in an amount of from 20 to 45 mass %, wherein a content of gliadin in the baked confectionery is 1.1 mass % or less, and the insoluble dietary fiber contains insoluble dietary fiber derived from bran of wheat variety. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374002 | SAUSAGE PRODUCTION MACHINE COMPRISING A DEVICE FOR THE COAGULATION OF THE SAUSAGE CASING AND PRODUCTION LINE COMPRISING SAID MACHINE - This invention relates to a machine comprising a supply of gelling agent ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374003 | PROCESSING OF FOOD PRODUCTS WITH VOLUMETRIC HEATING - A method for continuous processing food product is provided. The method includes providing a food product and a solution. The food product and solution are mixed so that the food product is equally distributed in the solution forming a food solution. The food solution is continuously pumped from a hopper or container through an electromagnetic or volumetric source, which rapidly heats the food solution. The processed food solution may then be filled in packages, such as flexible pouches. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374004 | HIGH-PROTEIN DAIRY PRODUCT AND PROCESS FOR MAKING - A dairy-based yogurt product having a protein level above 15%, sometimes more than 25%, with a smooth and rich texture and no grittiness. The yogurt product includes a particular selection of dairy proteins and other ingredients to raise the gelation temperature of the dairy proteins and avoid causing gelation or precipitation during pasteurization. Additionally, pasteurization temperatures, times and methods are selected to avoid gelation. Starting dairy proteins generally have relatively higher pH levels and low total acidity (TA) levels to help reduce gelation during pasteurization. Ingredients such as buffering agents and sequestering agents may be utilized to help raise the gelation temperature, as well as higher sugar levels which can control hydration of the proteins. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374005 | Method to Convert Insects or Worms into Nutrient Streams and Compositions Obtained Thereby - A method to convert insects or worms into nutrient streams, such as a fat-containing, an aqueous protein-containing and a solid-containing fraction, includes (a) squashing insects or worms thereby obtaining a pulp, wherein the insects or worms are reduced in size, (b) heating the pulp to a temperature of 70-100° C., and (c) subjecting the heated pulp to a physical separation step, preferably decanting and/or centrifuging. The method does not comprise enzymatic treatment of the pulp. The fat-containing fraction comprises at least 80 wt. % insect or worm fat of which at least 40 wt. % are saturated fats. The aqueous protein fraction can be dried to obtain dried protein material, which contains at least 50 wt. % insect or worm protein-derived matter and at most 25 wt. % insect or worm fat based on dry weight. The protein has a pepsin digestibility of at least 50%. The resulting nutrient streams can be used in food, petfood, feed and pharmaceutical industry. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374006 | COFFEE SCENTING - The invention relates to a device and method for transferring an aroma from a aroma providing substance to a an aroma-adsorbing substance by a gas flow and without the aroma-providing substance and the aroma-adsorbing substance getting in direct contact. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374007 | ANAEROBIC FERMENTATION OF SEEDS OF FRUIT - The present invention provides methods for processing seeds of fruit, such as cocoa beans. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374008 | CONFECTIONERY PRODUCT - A confectionery product consisting of a molded glazed shell containing natural honey, grinded dried apricots, dried prune, walnut and dried cranberry. The components of the homogeneous mass of the product are taken in the following ratio, percentage by weight: 24.0-26.0; the dried apricots—24.0 to 26.0; the dried cranberry—12.0 to 14.0; the honey being the rest to 100%. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374009 | STABILIZATION OF NATURAL BLUE ANTHOCYANIN-CONTAINING COLORANTS AND PRODUCTS MADE - The present invention is directed to a hard panned coating comprising a natural blue anthocyanin-containing colorant, a hard panned confection coated with the same, and a method of hard pan coating an edible product center with the coating such that the color provided by the natural blue anthocyanin-containing colorant to the coating is stabilized. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374010 | DRINK STIR, STRAW, LOLLIPOP STICK WITH FIGURINE AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - The embodiments herein provide an edible article housing a figurine comprising a figurine head, a figurine base and an edible layer. The figurine head is moulded in a predetermined shape. The figurine base is detachably attached to the figurine head. The edible layer is formulated over the figurine head. The edible layer belongs to a group of edible food products and flavours. The group of edible food product primarily comprises confectioneries. The figurine head and the figurine base are moulded into a predetermined shape. A molten form of the edible layer is poured into a mould and the figurine head is dipped into the poured molten edible layer. The molten edible layer gradually solidifies and the solidified edible layer form a confectionery layer over the figurine head. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374011 | NON-CONTACT PRINTED COMESTIBLE PRODUCTS AND APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME - The present disclosure provides apparatuses and methods for non-contact printing on comestible products. The apparatus includes an extruder for extruding a slab of an edible substrate and a non-contact printing device for printing an edible ink on the slab. The apparatus provides versatility as the printing device may be placed anywhere along the apparatus. The printing device may be positioned along the apparatus as desired to operate in cooperation with other components of the apparatus. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374012 | High-Protein Food Products Made Using High-Protein Microalgae - Methods of making high-protein food products and low-pH food products produced by such methods are disclosed. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374013 | HORSE SUPPLEMENT - The present invention relates to compositions and their uses, specifically provides supplements for equines, in particular horses and ponies. Such a composition is ideal for horses and ponies where encouraging a more energetic performance is required. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374014 | AERATED PET TREAT - The present invention provides for an aerated pet treat and a method for weight loss or weight control in pets. The aerated pet treat is preferably low in calories and fat, thus a low calorie pet treat and a low fat treat are also provided. The aerated pet treat is especially attractive to cats. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374015 | PROCESS FOR MODIFYING STARCHES - The present invention discloses a process for modifying starches comprising subjecting a non-pregelatinised starch and/or flour to a superheated steam treatment, wherein said superheated steam treatment is carried out in a reaction chamber of a reactor, said reaction chamber having at least one inlet and at least one outlet, and wherein the temperature of the superheated steam at the inlet of the reaction chamber is in the range of 150 to 650° C., preferably 250 to 550° C., more preferably 350 to 450° C., and wherein the temperature of the superheated steam at the outlet of the reaction chamber is in the range of 105 to 155° C., preferably 115 to 140° C., more preferably 115 to 125° C. The invention further refers to the starches obtained and baby foods, infant foods, sauces, soups, puddings, dressings, bakery creams, gravies and beverages comprising said starches. Also disclosed is a spray dryer for treating a heat-sensitive material with superheated steam comprising a reaction chamber having at least one inlet for the introduction into the chamber of a stream of superheated steam, at least one outlet for allowing the contents of the chamber to exit and a nozzle for producing a spray of droplets into the path of the stream of superheated steam, said spray of droplets being formed from a liquid containing the heat-sensitive material, wherein the reaction chamber is adapted such that, in use, the stream of superheated steam entering the reaction chamber becomes homogeneously distributed in the chamber and flows in a direction substantially parallel with the internal wall of the reaction chamber. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374016 | METHOD AND PACKAGING WHOLE KERNELS - A method for the packaging of popcorn kernels for popping in microwave ovens, in which the method comprises a stage of the dispensing popcorn kernels, a distribution agent, and a flavouring agent into a microwaveble package through an arrangement of independent discharge openings, adapted to supply and dose, respectively, the popcorn kernels, distribution agent, and flavouring agent. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374017 | SPRAY-DRIED COMPOSITIONS CAPABLE OF RETAINING VOLATILE COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME - The present invention relates to spray-dried compositions capable of retaining volatile compounds and methods relating to the same. The present invention also relates to the powders produced by such methods. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374018 | SHELF STABLE SPRAY DRIED PARTICLES - A process for the preparation of shelf stable dry particles that include flavours or fragrances, in which an emulsion of the flavour or fragrance, an emulsifier of a natural extract containing saponins, water and a carbohydrate carrier system is spray-dried. Also provided are shelf stable dry particles and products containing them. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374019 | FORMULATION CONTAINING A POLYPHENOL-CONTAINING COMPOSITION AND ISOMALTULOSE - The present invention relates to formulations containing isomaltulose and a polyphenol-containing composition, uses of same and the use of isomaltulose for masking unwanted taste components, in particular bitter substances, in formulations, in particular in formulations containing tea extracts. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374020 | SWEET FLAVOR MODIFIER - The present invention includes compounds having structural formula (I), or salts or solvates thereof. These compounds are useful as sweet flavor modifiers. The present invention also includes compositions comprising the present compounds and methods of modulating the sweet taste of compositions. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374021 | REDUCED SODIUM FOOD PRODUCTS - Naturally-derived compounds having various structures elicit the perception of salty taste or enhance the perception of salty taste of a salt. Food products may include such salty compounds, which may be used to reduce the sodium content, while parting a similar level of saltiness. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374022 | FOOD COMPOSITION AND ITS USE AGAINST DEHYDRATION - The invention concerns a synthetic composition for rehydrating a child who is in state of dehydration, wherein the composition is administered as a liquid in a dose of 0.10 to 0.55 gram of proteins, and in a volume of 15 to 50 mL of composition, per kilogram of body mass of the child, said dose being administered as at least one serving given over a period of 0 min duration to about 60 min duration. The invention also relates to a non-therapeutic method of rehydrating a child who is in state of dehydration, said method comprising the use of a synthetic composition administered as a liquid in a dose of 0.10 to 0.55 gram of proteins, and in a volume of 5 to 50 mL of composition, per kilogram of body mass of the child, said dose being administered as at least one serving given over a period of 0 min duration to about 60 min duration. Preferably the composition has a protein content of 0.075 to 10 g/100 mL, more preferably of 0.75 to 6 g/100 mL. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374023 | APPARATUS FOR COOKING AN EGG USING MICROWAVE RADIATION - The invention relates to an apparatus for boiling an egg, comprising a device for providing microwave radiation in a confined space, comprising a holder with at least one cavity adapted to the shape of an egg with an eggshell, said cavity provided with a first layer surrounding the eggshell, said first layer:—is in heat exchanging contact with the shell of the egg;—has a dielectric constant with an imaginary part, ε″, between 20-500 at a temperature between 0° C.-100° C. and at a microwave frequency of 2.45 GHz, and -having a layer thickness d of 1-6 millimetre and varying less than 30% over the egg, or said holder for holding at least one egg assembly adapted for cooking an egg using microwave radiation. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374024 | MICROBIAL REDUCTION IN NUTRITIONAL PRODUCT USING AN EXTRUSION PROCESS - A method of reducing a pathogenic microorganism population in a powdered nutritional food composition is described herein. The powdered nutritional food composition includes a fat, a protein, and a carbohydrate. The method includes forming an emulsion of the powdered nutritional food composition and extruding the emulsified powdered nutritional food composition at a temperature of less than about 100° C. The method produces at least a 5 log reduction in the pathogenic microorganism population in the extruded powdered nutritional food composition. The extruded powdered nutritional food composition has a water activity level of about 0.3 to about 0.95. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374025 | JUICER SYSTEM AND CARTRIDGES - Embodiments related to juicing methods and apparatuses for extracting juice from food matter using juicer cartridges are described. In one embodiment, a juicer cartridge may include one or more separate internal compartments. Food matter loaded into the juicer cartridge may be compressed by a corresponding juicer and expelled through an outlet that may be sealed until activation. Food matter may be pre-sized according to various physical characteristics, and the juicer cartridge may be injected with a gas to enhance shelf life and reduce nutrient loss. The juicer may also be provided with “smart” functionality to provide safety features, track usage, and enhance the operator experience. Several embodiments of packing systems for preparing juicer cartridges are also described. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374026 | EASY-TO-OPEN ROASTED OR BOILED AROMATIC COCONUT AND THE METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME - An easy-to-open aromatic coconut is provided that includes, but is not limited to a coconut from which the husk was removed until a clean shelled coconut is obtained and groove line on the shell of the coconut. The groove line is at least one converged groove line located at the bottom of the shell of the coconut and the groove line is made by laser engraving using a laser engraver. The easy-to-open aromatic coconut also includes, but is not limited to an opening device fixed within one converged groove line, near the groove line. A method for producing the easy-to-open aromatic coconut is also provided that allows a consumer to open the coconut shell by pulling the opening device. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374027 | DT VAPOR WASH - An agricultural product treatment system. A preferred embodiment of the invention includes a truncated conical section which has a small diameter at one end in fluid communication with a conduit array conveying particulate matter from the DT. An open large diameter end of the structure is axially coextensive and coaxial with an expanded diameter conduit portion. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374028 | EVALUATING POROSITY DISTRIBUTION WITHIN A POROUS ROD - A method is provided for evaluating porosity distribution within a porous article such as a crimped filter, a tobacco plug, or a cigarette, including obtaining a digital image of a transverse area of the article and determining a pore area fraction for each of a plurality of identically dimensioned sub-areas of the transverse area of the article. This provides a plurality of pore area fractions. The plurality of pore area fractions allow the evaluation of a local porosity distribution within the transverse area of the porous article. Each sub-area within which a pore area fraction is calculated overlaps with at least one adjacent sub-area by between 10% and 95%. The method for quantitatively evaluating porosity distribution may be used to control a process for manufacturing the porous article. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374029 | APPARATUS FOR INSERTING OBJECTS INTO A FILTER COMPONENT OF A SMOKING ARTICLE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - Apparatuses are provided for manufacturing a rod member for a cigarette filter element. Each rod member defines a longitudinal axis and includes a generally longitudinally-extending filter material and a plurality of objects disposed therein along the longitudinal axis. Such an apparatus comprises a rod-forming unit configured to form a continuous supply of a filter material into a continuous cylindrical rod member. An object insertion unit is configured to introduce a plurality of objects into engagement with the rod member. A rod-dividing unit is configured to divide the rod member into a plurality of rod portions such that each rod portion includes a plurality of the objects. Associated methods are also provided. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374030 | BIODEGRADABLE CIGARETTE FILTER TOW AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A biodegradable cigarette filter tow includes a mixture of at least two or more natural materials selected from the group consisting of hemp fiber, flax fiber, abaca fiber or pulp, sisal fiber or pulp, wood pulp, and cotton fiber or cotton flock. The mixture may also include regenerated cellulose fibers. The mixture may include a natural binder or may be hydroentangled. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374031 | SEGMENTED CIGARETTE FILTER FOR SELECTIVE SMOKE FILTRATION - A method of making a filter element configured for use in a smoking article comprises selecting at least one finish composition configured to selectively filter at least one target component of mainstream aerosol, and applying the finish composition to a fibrous material. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374032 | SMOKING DEVICE FOR ORGANIC MATERIAL - A plurality of threaded tubes having an internal surface, a first end, and a second end opposite the first end, the plurality of threaded tubes including internal threads on the internal surface proximate the first end, and second internal threads proximate the second end. A plurality of threaded connecting rings having an external surface is included, the plurality of threaded connecting rings having threads around the exterior surface that threadably mate with the corresponding internal threads on two of the plurality of threaded tubes. A base threadably matable to one of the plurality of threaded tubes is included, the base, the plurality of threaded tubes, and the plurality of threaded connecting rings cooperate to form a reservoir. A stem having a first end and a second end is included, the first end being connected to the base. A bowl is included connected to the second end of the stem. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374033 | Easy-Opening Reclose Systems for Cigarette Packaging - The present invention discloses a reclosable pack ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374034 | Nicotine Dosage Regimen - The invention relates to dosage regimens for an inhalable formulation comprising nicotine, and to devices for delivering said dosage regimens. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374035 | METHOD, COMPOSITION AND APPARATUS FOR FUNCTIONALIZATION OF AEROSOLS FROM NON COMBUSTIBLE SMOKING ARTICLES - An apparatus and method for delivering an aerosol-forming composition and a separate functional composition for generating a functionalized aerosol vapor which emulates the organoleptic characteristics and properties of mainstream smoke experienced by smoking traditional tobacco-based smoking articles. The apparatus comprises an aerosol-forming liquid which is adapted to deliver aerosol-forming liquid to a heating device and a downstream chamber or zone containing an functional composition comprising one or more organoleptic components such as a taste, fragrance and/or nicotine delivery components. The method comprises generating an aerosol from an aerosol forming liquid and functionalizing the aerosol by subjecting the aerosol to a matrix for the purpose of transferring, delivering or imparting one or more organoleptic properties. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374036 | NON-BURNING TYPE FLAVOR INHALER - The non-combustion-type flavor inhaler ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374037 | BURNING TYPE HEAT SOURCE, FLAVOR INHALER, AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF BURNING TYPE HEAT SOURCE - A burning type heat source ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374038 | PACKAGE - A package houses a heat source having a columnar shape extending along a predetermined direction and houses a tubular member having a tubular shape. The package includes a bottom surface and a heat source holder holding the heat source so that the predetermined direction is directed toward a direction crossing the bottom surface. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374039 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES HAVING SQUEEZABLE E-LIQUID TANK - The present invention relates to an electronic cigarette. The electronic cigarette includes: a first tubular body forming a vaporizer chamber, a removable mouth piece disposed on the first tubular body, a vaporizer assembly disposed inside of vaporizer chamber, having a positive terminal with an e-liquid conduit hole, a negative terminal, 2 sets of e-liquid media, and 2 heating wires wound around e-liquid media, a squeezable e-liquid tank adapted for storing e-liquid with an e-liquid conduit to provide e-liquid to e-liquid media in vaporizer chamber, a second tubular body forming a squeezable e-liquid tank container; and a connecting and sealing assembly for connecting first tubular body and second tubular body. When a user squeezes the squeezable e-liquid tank to soak e-liquid media with e-liquid, user starts e-cigarette smoking by switch on a battery power source to provide electrical power heating wires | 2015-12-31 |
20150374040 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette includes a control chip, the control chip includes: a driving module configured to output a current to drive the electronic cigarette to work; an open-circuit detecting module electrically connected to the driving module, and configured to sample and detect the current, and send out an open-circuit enable signal when a sampled current is less than a internal reference current; a short-circuit detecting module electrically connected to the driving module, and configured to sample and detect the current, and send out a short-circuit enable signal when the sampled current is greater than the internal reference current; and a control module electrically connected to the driving module, and configured to receive the open-circuit enable signal and the short-circuit enable signal, and send a shutdown signal to the driving module. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374041 | BURNING TYPE HEAT SOURCE AND FLAVOR INHALER - A burning type heat source ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374042 | UPPER AND LOWER TORSO GARMENTS HAVING AN IMPROVED BAND - A torso garment, such as a brassiere or brief, includes a body formed of inner and outer layers, the body including at least one torso band extending from a portion of the body, where the inner and outer layers overlap along a fold line of the torso garment. The torso garment includes an elastomeric band positioned between the inner and outer layers proximate the fold line. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374043 | ERGONOMIC WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING VEST - An ergonomic weight distributing vest that includes a non-stretch mesh fabric that enables multiple anatomical contact points of said fabric across the torso of a wearer, each of said contact points conforming the vest to the contours of the torso of the wearer, wherein the weight of extant articles suspended from the vest and attached thereto, is distributed evenly throughout the mesh fabric over said multiple anatomical contact points across the contours of a wearer's torso, whereby said weight is more evenly distributed across a wearer's body and load bearing is thereby ergonomically configured to lessen local stresses resultant from carrying said articles at specific positions upon the body over extended periods of time. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374044 | GARMENT HAVING DETACHABLE BACKPACK - A garment having a detachable backpack includes a first strap and a second strap; a first pouch and a second pouch wherein one end of the first strap is attached to the first pouch and one end of the second strap is attached to the second pouch; and a first backpack wherein the first backpack is constructed to be detachably attachable to the first and second pouches. The first and second pouches are constructed to be detachably attached a back of the garment. In addition, the first backpack and the first and second pouches are constructed such that the first backpack can be rolled up and received and contained in either the first or second pouch. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374045 | Personal Cooling and Heating System - Embodiments of the invention provide a cooling garment including a garment material configured to be worn on a user's upper body. The garment material includes an outer surface with gel-filled chambers, an inner surface, and a hole therethrough. The garment material is configured to compress against the user's body when worn so that protrusions extending from the inner surface contact the user's body and define air channels between the protrusions, the inner surface, and the user's body. The cooling garment also includes a fixing ring coupled to the garment material around the hole, and a suction device configured to be coupled to the fixing ring, wherein the suction device is configured to circulate air through the air channels. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374046 | UPPER BODY MOUNTED COOLING DEVICE - The upper body mounted cooling device is ideal, for anyone who suffers from hot flashes, due to menopause, it can be use for any indoors or outdoor, sporting event like football, soccer or baseball or just for someone who like to keep cool, the device can be attach to any part of the user's clothes. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374047 | Foot Loop - The disclosed technology relates to the ornamental and utilitarian features of a device configured to protect the Metatarsal-Phalanges Joints (MPJ) zone of the user's foot when wearing shoes such as dress shoes. The device defines a loop placed around the MPJ zone wherein such loop can be neutral or natural in color to minimize its impact on the style of the shoe or flashy or have its own design that can add “strappiness” or “laciness” or contrasting color. The loop forms a protective layer between the problem areas (e.g. side and top around the MPJ zone) of the foot and the shoe material. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374048 | MEDICAL GARMENT - A garment used for medical purposes is disclosed. The garment may include one or more slits or openings strategically positioned along the sides of the garment, and may include attachment means, such as snaps, buttons, hook and loop fasteners, or any other suitable means. A slit is positioned on the front or back portion of the garment so that medical equipment may be inserted through the slit to make contact with a wearer's body. A loop is positioned near the slit to allow wires or tubes that pass through the slit to be secured. A pocket flap covers the slit and loop. The pocket flap may open to allow access to the slit and close to allow coverage and further allow for the storage of wires or tubes that remain connected to wearer's body but not connected to their associated medical equipment. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374049 | Full body coat - The invention is directed to a full body coat, covering the body down to the wrists and ankles, but easily separable into a hooded jacket and a pair of pants. The jacket and pants are joined at the waist by a removable zipper, with the lower edge of the jacket overlapping the zipper to prevent heat loss. The wrist cuffs and ankle cuffs are both elastic and adjustable, to accommodate footwear and gloves of any size and thickness. The combined garment is water resistant, and designed to accommodate the most active user, with a full range of motion at the shoulders, hips, waist, elbows, and knees. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374050 | Freedom Of Movement Jacket/Coat - The present invention relates to a jacket/coat designed to provide an enhanced range of motion. This is accomplished by having a layered construction comprising different fabric/textile materials where the enhanced range of motion is desired. The jacket/coat in accordance with the present invention particularly provides an enhanced range of motion for a wearer around the shoulders and arms. This enhanced range of motion may be especially beneficial when the wearer is engaged in a physically demanding activity or any activity benefitting from a wide range of movement by the wearer's arms and shoulders. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374051 | PROCESS FOR MAKING CUSTOM CONFIGURED ELECTRICAL LINEMAN'S GLOVES - A process for producing an electrical rated glove configured to fit the hand of an individual, comprising the steps of making a three dimensional image of the individual's hand; using an appropriately programmed computer to create a three-dimensional model from the image; using the three-dimensional model to create, through the three dimensional printer, a 3-dimensional glove former corresponding to the 3-dimensional image of the wearer's hand; dipping the glover former in a rubber to form a rubber glove on the former corresponding to the shape to the glove former, thus corresponding to the wearer's hand. In another aspect, the process comprises making a three dimensional image of and individual's hand; constructing a mold based upon the three dimensional image of the hand; molding a glove former in the mold; and forming a rubber glove on the glove former. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374052 | GLOVE HAVING DURABLE ULTRA-THIN POLYMERIC COATING - A thin, abrasion resistant supported glove, including a knitted liner and a polymeric layer disposed on and within individual strands of yarns of the knitted liner, are disclosed. Methods for manufacturing the thin, abrasion resistant supported glove are also disclosed. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374053 | HANDWEAR INCORPORATING LOW-FRICTION THENAR SEGMENT - Handwear articles, such as gloves, mittens and other multi-digit embodiments of handwear, are provided. Articles of the invention are especially suited for such tasks as window cleaning, and comprise one or more low-friction areas suitable for slidably using a shafted tool therewith. High-friction areas are also provided to assist in controlling tools. Handwear of the invention are thus especially useful with respect to handling tools, tool shafts, and any implement where control of the tool shaft and the tool are desirable. Articles of the inventions may also comprise one or more attachment surfaces or fastener pads adapted and arranged such that pairs of the handwear can be utilized or connected together, and such that articles of the invention can be easily attached to many objects having complementary attachment elements to allow the handwear, and the wearer, to operate efficiently in conjunction with many tools, articles, devices and surfaces, and in many environments. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374054 | Neckline Gusset For An Apparel Item - A neckline gusset for securing an exterior shell layer of an apparel item to an inner liner layer of the apparel item at a neckline region of the apparel item is provided. The neckline gusset comprises an outer edge corresponding in shape to the neckline of the exterior shell layer, an inner edge corresponding in shape to the neckline of the inner liner layer, a first center-front gusset edge connecting the outer edge to the inner edge at a first end of the neckline gusset, and a second center-front gusset edge connecting the outer edge to the inner edge at a second end of the neckline gusset. The first and second center-front gusset edges curve inwardly into the body of the neckline gusset and form acute angles with both the outer edge and the inner edge of the neckline gusset. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374055 | GARMENT HAVING DETACHABLE ORNAMENT - A garment having a detachable ornament includes a rectangular base; an ornament detachably attached to the rectangular base; and an attachment means to attach the rectangular base to the garment. Another garment having a detachable ornament includes a wire which is plastically deformable; a fabric which receives the wire along an outer edge of the fabric; and an attachment means to attach the fabric to the garment. Still another garment having a detachable ornament comprises a strip which is plastically deformable; a rectangular base which receives the strip therein; and an attachment means to attach the ornament to the garment. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374056 | Article of Apparel for Holding and Operating Electronic Devices - An article of apparel comprising: a pocket, the pocket comprising an opening to permit insertion and removal of an electronic device, the pocket further comprising at least one raised portion, wherein when the electronic device is located in the pocket, at least one operational control button of the electronic device is positioned adjacent the at least one raised portion. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374057 | Fire Starting device and Method of Making the Same - A fire starting device comprised of a hand covering impregnated with a solid fuel and optionally other consumption safe additives. Unlike other fire starting devices, this fire starting glove can be safely worn by the user while preparing a fire starting site such as a charcoal grill or wood burning stove to protect the wearer's hands from dirt, grease, grime and minor injuries such as cuts or scrapes. Once the fire site is prepared and the user is ready to start the fire, the glove is removed from the hand by pulling from the wrist end which turns the glove inside out, encasing any dirt, grease, grime, etc. The glove can then be placed in the fire starting site and lit with a match or butane lighter, etc. and covered with charcoal, etc. to start the desired fire. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374058 | MASK WITH INTEGRAL HANDLE - Described herein are masks for entertainment purposes. The masks are characterized by the absence of means to secure the mask in its intended position. The masks are further characterized by inclusion of an integral handle, wherein the handle is part of the mask design itself. The integral handle is further disposed to provide a natural pose when the mask is held in an intended position by the user. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374059 | HOODED GARMENT WITH IMPACT PROTECTION - The invention relates to a hood ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374060 | BALACLAVA HOOD SYSTEM - A disposable aspirated inflatable safety protection balaclava hood system and apparatus designed to protect the human head and neck from injury resulting from sports impacts with a crash sensor arrangement in which acceleration, angular, rotational, extension or flexion motion resulting from an impact force requires deployment of an apparatus protection device. The method embodies an inherent bladder airbag system that is deployed with resulting impact force on the sensor arrangement using an actuation mechanism and an inflation interconnected bladder system, or tube(s) resulting in release of the inert compressed inert gas in a cartridge actuation mechanism using a triggering mechanism, which is held in an interior pocket of the hood resulting in aspiration of the inflatable safety bladder protection hood. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374061 | AUTO-POWERED SAFETY EQUIPMENT - An apparatus for detecting when a user is using safety equipment and automatically activating or deactivating powered features of the safety equipment accordingly. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374062 | METHOD FOR KNITTING SHOE UPPER - There is provided a method for knitting a shoe upper that can allow the reinforcement degree of the shoe upper to be changed with a small number of yarn feeders. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374063 | PORTABLE SHOE COVER APPARATUS - A portable shoe cover apparatus. The portable shoe cover apparatus includes a shoe cover portion and a shoe cover connection portion. The shoe cover portion is attachable and removable for covering a top portion of a shoe but not covering a bottom portion of a sole of the shoe. The shoe cover portion comprises a waterproof or water resistant portion. The shoe cover connection portion is connected to a top end of the shoe cover portion and is attachable and removable to a portion of a person wearing the shoe and comprises an insect repellant portion. The shoe cover apparatus is attachable and removable to the shoe via plural different types of attachment means. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374064 | WATERPROOF AND VAPOR-PERMEABLE SHOE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - A method for manufacturing a waterproof and vapor-permeable shoe ( | 2015-12-31 |
20150374065 | Easy Access Footwear - An article of footwear is described. The article of footwear includes: a main body; a heel portion coupled to the main body using an attachment feature adapted to allow the heel portion to move about an axis; and a fastener adapted to secure the heel portion in a closed position. An easy access shoe includes: a main body; and a heel portion coupled to the main body, where the heel portion is adapted to be selectively positioned to allow a size of an access opening formed between the main body and the heel portion to be selectively increased or decreased. A shoe including: a main body; a first hinge section coupled to the main body; and a second hinge section coupled to the first hinge section and a heel. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374066 | ATHLETIC SHOE SOLE FOR PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION DEVICE - A shoe sole includes a plurality of zones having different hardness, the zones designed specifically for an extreme athlete to increase wear resistance of the shoe while optimizing flexibility, stability, and performance. The zones can be strategically located on locations of the sole corresponding to particular foot anatomy and expected levels of stress and wear. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374067 | ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR WITH INTERCONNECTED TENSILE STRANDS - An article of footwear includes an upper with a heel region that extends posteriorly about the heel, a medial side, and a lateral side. The article of footwear also includes a sole structure. Moreover, the article includes a longitudinal strand that extends along at least one of the medial side and the lateral side. Also, the article includes an underfoot strand that is coupled to the longitudinal strand and that extends across the sole structure to extend between the lateral side and the medial side of the upper. Furthermore, the article includes a closure strand that is coupled to the longitudinal strand. The closure strand is configured to couple to the closure element such that tensioning of the closure element tensions the longitudinal strand, the underfoot strand, and the closure strand to selectively secure the article of footwear to the foot. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374068 | CLEATED SHOE HAVING A MOLDED SOLE WITH SEPARATE SECTIONS - A molded sole structure for a cleated athletic shoe has a number of hard outsole sections separately attached to a softer midsole. Each outsole section extends substantially across the width of the sole structure and includes at least one ground penetrating traction element on the lateral side of the sole structure and at least one ground penetrating traction element on the medial side of the sole structure. Each outsole section is attached to the midsole in series from the heel to the toe of the sole structure. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374069 | Strand-Wound Bladder - An article of footwear or another product may incorporate a pressure chamber that includes (a) a bladder at least partially formed from a polymer material that is sealed to enclose a pressurized fluid and (b) a strand wound around the bladder and secured to the bladder. In manufacturing the pressure chamber, a bladder with an elongate configuration may be formed. A strand is wound around the bladder, and the strand is secured to the bladder. When incorporated to a sole structure of the article of footwear, for example, a portion of the bladder that includes the strands may be exposed at an outer surface of the sole structure. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374070 | STROBEL LASTED INJECTED FOOTWEAR - Port-injection footwear is provided. In one example, port-injection footwear is provided including a footwear-structure bag encompassing an injected filler material, such as foam. A strobel sock made of stretchable material may be integrated into an insole region of the footwear-structure bag. The port-injection footwear further may include a foam barrier disposed adjacent to the footwear-structure bag to retain the injected foam within the bag during injection. An outsole may be directly coupled to the footwear-structure bag forming a base of the footwear article. In other examples, the port-injection footwear may include a footwear-structure bag having an injection port, an injected foam retained in the footwear-structure bag, where the injected foam was injected through the injection port, and a port cap positioned at the injection port of the footwear-structure bag. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374071 | Article Of Footwear With A Lateral Offset Heel Stud - An article of footwear having a sole that provides friction between the playing surface and the player's foot. In some embodiments, the article footwear includes a sole having a plurality of elongated studs in the heel region in addition to a back lateral stud having a rounded or circular shape located in the back lateral area of the heel. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374072 | Article Of Footwear With Forefoot Secondary Studs - An article of footwear that provides friction between the playing surface and the player's foot is disclosed. In some embodiments, the article footwear includes a sole may have a plurality of wedge-shaped studs in the forefoot region that extend beyond the perimeter of the sole. The article can also include a plurality of elongated studs on a bottom surface region of the sole. The wedge-shaped studs help provide leverage for removing the elongated studs from the ground during cutting. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374073 | Automated Identification And Assembly Of Shoe Parts - Manufacturing and assembly of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by automated placement and assembly of shoe parts. For example, a part-recognition system analyzes an image of a shoe part to identify the part and determine a location of the part. Once the part is identified and located, the part can be manipulated by an automated manufacturing tool. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374074 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A MULTI-MATERIAL EXTRUDED ZIPPER - A zipper includes a ball portion. The zipper portion further includes a socket portion. The ball portion includes a leading edge, the leading edge composed of a first material having a low coefficient of friction. The ball portion includes a trailing edge and a neck portion, the trailing edge and neck portion composed of a second material. The socket includes a socket opening, the socket opening composed of the first material. The socket includes a socket interior, the socket interior composed of the second material. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374075 | ZIP FASTENER - A zip fastener comprises two opposing and mutually engageable rows of zip teeth each being mounted upon a respective stringer tape; first and second sliders movably mounted upon the teeth, each slider being movable forward along the teeth to cause interdigitation of the teeth thereby to fasten the zip and backwards to cause extradigitation and unfastening of the zip, the sliders being mounted on the teeth in opposing directions such that motion of the sliders towards and away from each other results in the same action (e.g. fastening or unfastening) on the zip teeth; a docking member, mounted upon the teeth and being movable along the teeth, the docking member being mounted between the two sliders; and each slider being engageable with the docking member thereby to fasten the zip. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374076 | MAGNETICALLY OPERATED LOCKING SLIDER FOR ZIPPER - A zipper has a slider moveable in an opening direction to open the zipper and in a closing direction to close the zipper. The slider comprises a control member and a casing, the control member being moveable between a locking position in which movement of the slider in the opening direction is prevented and an unlocking position in which movement of the slider in the opening direction is allowed. When the control member is in the locking position the casing at least partially encloses the control member so as to substantially prevent the application of a contact force tending to move the control member from the locking position to the unlocking position. The control member is at least partly formed of a material to which a magnetic force is applied by a permanent magnet in proximity. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374077 | Article with Slide Fastener and Method for Producing Article with Slide Fastener - There is provided an article with a slide fastener affixed thereto. Each of a pair of element members has a plurality of single elements made of a synthetic resin and fixedly integrated and connected to at least one flexible connecting string-shaped member at an equal interval. A slider is formed with an element guide path between upper and lower blades. A fastener-attached member forms an opening and closing part of the article. The pair of element members are directly sewn to a first surface of the fastener-attached member by sewing threads. The element members and the fastener-attached member are inserted into the element guide path of the slider. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374078 | C-SHAPED TOGGLE CLASP - A jewelry apparatus comprising a toggle ring and a clasp configured within the toggle ring, the clasp including a toggle bar that toggles with the toggle ring at a front side of the toggle ring, and a C-shaped member that interlocks with rear and bottom sides of the toggle ring. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374079 | INTERACTIVE BRACELET FOR PRAYER OR MEDITATION - A bracelet with a number of buttons that can be placed in different positions and customizable with different actions to facilitate a prayer or a meditation is disclosed. The bracelet may communicate a signal with a mobile application on a portable communication device to share, track, and exchange information related to the prayer or the meditation. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374080 | HIKING & SURVIVAL STAFF - A hiking staff having one or more hollow interiors shaped to support a user's body weight when hiking. Survival gear, such as first aid supplies, a tent, and/or provisions for defense or food gathering needs, can be stored within the hollow interiors of the hiking staff. End caps enclosing the open ends of the hiking staff can be selectively removed to access the survival gear. A knife can be coupled with an end of the hiking staff for storage and/or use of the hiking staff as a spear. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374081 | ADJUSTIBLE WALKING CANE - An adjustable walking cane includes an inner tube, an outer tube, a connecting rod, a pushing unit and an extending unit. A spring compresses the connecting rod against the extending unit and the pushing unit, a resilient sleeve bears against the inner threaded segment on the outer tube, and then the length of the outer tube and inner tube can be fixed. In the extending process, the inner tube and the outer tube extend outwardly by pulling the cane from two ends thereof, and the inner tube and the outer tube are released from compression while the resilient sleeve is detached from the inner threaded segment. In the retracting process, the inner tube and the outer tube are released from compression while the extending pieces on the extending unit driven by controlling unit is detached from the taper surface of the pushing unit. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374082 | CANE BASE - A base for a cane, walking stick, or the like has a center portion and legs. The center portion has a bore through which a shaft of the cane can be inserted. The bore may have a metal stopper at its base. A bellows is around the outside of the center portion, and is tapered toward the top of the center portion. The legs have winglets extending from opposite sides. The center portion and legs may be manufactured of a first material, while the bellows and winglets are manufactured of a second material. During manufacturing, the bellows and winglets may be overmolded the center portion and legs. The bellows and winglets may be connected through a channel in each leg. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374083 | High Capacity Solar Charging Umbrella - A solar charging umbrella uses solar power to charge electronic devices. The umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of high power devices such as tablet computers. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374084 | SUNSHADE AND METHOD OF PREPARING A CANOPY - A sunshade includes: a support frame; and a canopy connected to the support frame and including a light-transmissible fabric sheet of undyed yarns and an opaque enamel coating coated on at least one side of the fabric sheet. A method of preparing a canopy includes: providing a light-transmissible fabric sheet of undyed yarns; coating an enamel composition on at least one side of the light-transmissible fabric sheet to form an opaque enamel coating on the light-transmissible fabric sheet; and drying the opaque enamel coating. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374085 | FLEXIBLE WATER-ABSORBING UMBRELLA CASE - The present invention is directed to a flexible water-absorbing umbrella case comprising (a) an inner sleeve comprised of a first water-absorbing material; (b) an outer sleeve coextensive with the inner sleeve, the outer sleeve comprising an outer layer which comprises a water-resistant material and an inner layer which comprises a second water-absorbing material; and (c) closure means along a longitudinal length of the inner and outer sleeves for alternately enclosing an umbrella within the case and opening the case to allow easy withdrawal of the umbrella therefrom. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374086 | TRAVEL BAG HAVING VARIABLE STORAGE CHAMBER - The present invention relates to a travel bag having movable casters mounted on the underside thereof, one-step and two-step support rods and a movable handle insertedly mounted on the top thereof, comprising: an auxiliary housing disposed to a given height on the top portion of one side thereof in such a manner as to be slidingly coupled to slide surfaces | 2015-12-31 |
20150374087 | MULTI-LAYER PROTECTIVE CASE FOR HANDHELD DEVICES - The present invention generally relates to a protective case for a handheld device. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention provide for a multi-layer protective case that is formed as a single piece apparatus. Each of the multiple layers provides unique characteristics that add to the look, feel, and protection offered by the case. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374088 | UNIT-EXPANDABLE MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICE CASE - The present invention provides a unit-expandable communication device case that can achieve various functions. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the unit-expandable mobile communication device case includes a case, couplers, and a unit. The case has a flat plate which has a plurality of coupling holes formed with regular intervals in any one of a column direction and a row direction, and is detachably attached to a mobile communication device. The couplers are coupled to the coupling holes. The unit has one or more coupling holes and detachably attached to the case by being coupled to the couplers. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374089 | LUGGAGE CARRYING DEVICE - A body removably attachable to belts for carrying a wheeled luggage includes an attachable element for attaching the body to a belt. The attachable element has an orifice and can include an elongated U-shaped member having a bottom, first and second side sections. The attachable element further includes a top section having first and second ends. The first end of the top section is hingedly connected to the first end of the first side section of the U-shaped member. A flap is hingedly connected to the second end of the top section. The flap and second side section of the U-shaped member are provided with a tongue and groove locking arrangement. The body further includes a reversed j-shaped utility element for holding a handle of a wheeled luggage. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374090 | SMOOTHING SYSTEM FOR HAIR AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A method for smoothing and straightening human hair includes cleansing the hair, drying the hair a first time, applying a smoothing fluid to the hair, drying the hair a second time, applying a smoothing cream to the hair, ironing the hair, rinsing the hair, hydrating the hair, and maintaining the hair. The method also includes applying the smoothing fluid to the hair with a foaming applicator that is capable of converting the smoothing fluid to a smoothing foam. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374091 | DEPILATORY STRIP WITH EXFOLIATING BACKING - The present invention is concerned with hair removal from the human body and relates to improved depilatory wax strips and their application to hair removal by epilation. A depilatory strip is disclosed comprising an adhesive depilation paste, in particular a cold depilation wax formulation, deposited on one face of a backing sheet, in particular incorporating a non-woven fabric, characterised by the backing sheet having on its other face a coarse surface structure adapted to effect exfoliation of human skin and to remove dead skin cells to release ingrown hair prior to depilation. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374092 | DRAWING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD OF DRAWING APPARATUS - A drawing apparatus to perform drawing on a drawing target surface which is a surface of a fingernail or toenail having a curved shape includes a drawing tool holder which holds a drawing tool in such a way that the drawing tool is movable toward and away from the drawing target surface; and a drawing tool pressing mechanism which presses the drawing tool with a pressing force toward the drawing target surface when the drawing tool performs drawing. The drawing tool pressing mechanism changes the pressing force in accordance with a change in height of a position to be touched by the drawing tool on the drawing target surface according to the curved shape due to a change in position where the drawing tool touches the drawing target surface, to reduce a change in pressure on the drawing target surface from the drawing tool. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374093 | FINGER-MOUNTED FILING DEVICE - A finger-mounted filing device can include an abrasive surface that can include a plurality of cutting edges in fixed relation. The abrasive surface can be used for grinding a work surface, such as a fingernail of an infant, child, or adult. The abrasive surface can include a finger surface located on an opposing face of the abrasive surface. The finger surface can be shaped to receive an operator's finger. The abrasive surface can be coupled to a finger clamp. The finger clamp can include the finger surface and at least one jaw, such as for griping an operator's finger. The finger surface can include a fingertip insertion stop. The fingertip insertion stop can include a barrier to retain the finger on the finger surface. | 2015-12-31 |
20150374094 | Wearable Pedicure Protection Device - A pedicure protection system described and disclosed is comprised of an insert worn directly on the foot. The insert can be worn alone or with a shoe and allows walking mobility of the user. The insert is a separate entity and can be worn inside of any shoe that has sufficient space for accommodating the insert. The device or insert, consisting of a cover and a base, is connected by a hinge and the cover may contain no sidewalls. The length of the device protects the foot from the toes to the instep and prevents any physical contact with the toenails. The base may include a continuous toe strap and an elastic band that lies across the instep to help stabilize the device on the user's foot and keep the cover closed. A separator protrudes from the base and provides structural support on which the cover rests when closed. | 2015-12-31 |