03rd week of 2016 patent applcation highlights part 2 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160015050 | VEGETABLE OIL COMPOSITION CONTAINING PALM MID-FRACTION FAT AND METHOD OF REDUCING PLASMA CHOLESTEROL - A method and composition for reducing the cholesterolemic effect in mammals of ingesting a blended nutritional fat composition containing a palm mid-fraction (PMF) hardstock fat combined with an unsaturated vegetable oil. The composition is solid or semi-solid at 20° C. and fluid at 35° C., and includes between 15% and 45% by weight linoleic acid. The weight ratio of disaturated triglyceride (DST) molecules to trisaturated triglyceride (TST) molecules is greater than 10:1, and the PMF hardstock fat contains approximately 50% to 95% by weight DST molecules, the majority of which contain either palmitic acid or a combination of palmitic and stearic acids at the sn-1 and sn-3 triglyceride positions and either oleic acid or linoleic acid at the sn-2 molecular position. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015051 | FOOD PRODUCTS AND CHOCOLATE COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING COFFEE CHERRY BYPRODUCTS AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME - Food products having portions of a dried deseeded coffee cherry are described, as well as components thereof and methods of forming. The food product may include one or more portions of a dried deseeded coffee cherry and a chocolate composition. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015052 | CHOCOLATE PRODUCT - There is described a method of manufacturing an edible product comprising chocolate, the method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a baking mixture, for example a liquid batter or a pasty mass, comprising a source of starch and a liquid chocolate; (b) baking the baking mixture in a baking apparatus; wherein the liquid chocolate provides up to 70 wt % of the baking mixture. Edible products, including wafers and extruded snack foods, produced by such a method are also described. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015053 | CHEWING GUM SNACKS; AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF - Disclosed herein are chewing gum snack products having multi-sensorial attributes of flavor, texture, and visual appeal which provides a snack-like quality at the initial stage of chewing that then transitions to chewing gum-like qualities at later stages of chewing. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015054 | CONFECTIONERY COATINGS COMPRISING SUCROSE ESTERS - Coated confectionery products and methods of manufacturing the same are disclosed herein. The coated confectionery products include a confectionery center. A first coating including a carbohydrate and a buffered acid surrounds the confectionery center. A second coating including a carbohydrate and a sucrose esters surrounds the first coating. A third coating including a carbohydrate, a colorant, and a flavorant surrounds the second coating. In addition, a fourth coating including a polishing agent surrounds the third coating. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015055 | PROCESS FOR PREPARING FERMENTED SOYBEAN MEAL - An improved method for producing fermented soybean meal which performs fermentation process and drying process separately in the production of the fermented soybean meal. The method for preparing fermented soybean meal enables prevention of contamination by various germs while shortening the time required for its preparation compared to the conventional method. Therefore, the method can be widely used to more economically prepare the fermented soybean meal. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015056 | Methods And Compositions for Animal Feed - The present invention is directed to methods and compositions that are useful in producing, feeding and growing animals. Compositions of the present invention comprise an extracted mineral element composition as disclosed herein. Animal lifespan and production is improved when provided with compositions comprising an extracted mineral element composition. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015057 | NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT/FEED FORMULA AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF TO REDUCE DEVELOPMENT OF OSTEOCHONDROSIS DISSECANS (OCD) LESIONS - A novel dietary supplement and nutritional aid and methods for the manufacture and administration of the same are disclosed for the inhibition of OCD in afflicted animals, particularly horses. The present invention relates generally to a feed composition and methods of use thereof for reducing the development of Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD) lesions in predisposed young animals, particularly horses. More specifically the invention provides a nutritional formula that targets the metabolic deficiencies identified as being correlated with development of OCD. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015058 | PROCESS FOR PREPARING AN AQUEOUS SOLUTION OF SACCHARIDES AND METHYLCELLULOSE - An aqueous solution comprising (a) one or more mono-, di- and/or oligosaccharides and (b) a methylcellulose, wherein the methylcellulose has anhydroglucose units joined by 1-4 linkages wherein hydroxy groups of anhydroglucose units are substituted with methyl groups such that s23/s26 is 0.36 or less, is produced by i) mixing the methylcellulose with an aqueous liquid comprising one or more mono-, di- and/or oligosaccharides at a shear rate of at least 1000 s | 2016-01-21 |
20160015059 | FOOD PRODUCTS CONTAINING COFFEE CHERRY PARTICULATES AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Food products having portions of a dried deseeded coffee cherry are described, as well as components thereof and methods of forming. The food product may include one or more portions of a dried deseeded coffee cherry and a corn-derived ingredient. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015060 | Method for the Production of Fried Hop-Infused Starches - A novel method for the preparation of hop-infused marinated fried starches that makes them taste better. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015061 | ENCAPSULATED PLASMOLYSED MICRO-ORGANISM PARTICLES - Provided herein are formulations of flavors and fragrances encapsulated in plasmolysed micro-organisms, as well as glass particles or beads comprising these encapsulated flavors and fragrances. Also provided herein are methods of making formulations of encapsulated flavors and fragrances. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015062 | FELINE BITTER TASTE RECEPTORS AND METHODS - A family of novel feline bitter taste receptors, referred to as feline TAS2R (fTAS2R), are disclosed herein. Isolated polynucleotides encoding the novel feline bitter taste receptors and chimeric polypeptides are also disclosed, as are expression vectors and host cells for expression of the novel feline bitter taste receptors. Methods of identifying compounds that bind to the novel feline bitter taste receptors and modulate their activity are disclosed. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015063 | FLAVOR COMPOSITION CONTAINING HMG GLUCOSIDES - A flavor composition containing at least one HMG glucoside compound that can be used to enhance the taste of edible compositions including sweet goods, such as confectionery goods, and savory goods, such as pet foods. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015064 | COMPOUNDS, COMPOSITIONS, AND METHODS FOR MODULATING SWEET TASTE - The present invention provides edible compositions comprising a sweet taste modulator of the present invention, food products comprising such edible compositions and methods of preparing such food products. The present invention also provides methods of reducing the amount of sugar in a food product, methods of reducing the caloric intake in a diet, and methods of enhancing sweet taste in a food product. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015065 | CARBOHYDRATE COMPOSITIONS - Carbohydrate compositions having lower digestibility and lower sugar compared to traditional nutritive sweeteners, methods of making the carbohydrate compositions, and food products comprising the carbohydrate compositions are disclosed. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015066 | PROCESS FOR EXTRACTION AND DEBITTERIZING SWEET COMPOUNDS FROM STEVIA PLANTS - A method of extracting sweet compounds from | 2016-01-21 |
20160015067 | NATURAL BLUE ANTHOCYANIN-CONTAINING COLORANTS - The present invention is directed to natural blue anthocyanin-containing colorants comprising fractions of anthocyanin molecules separated from anthocyanin-containing vegetable and fruit juices and extracts. Anthocyanin fractions are separated at a select pH based on differences in polarity of the anthocyanin molecules in the anthocyanin-containing vegetable and fruit juices and extracts. The invention is directed to the anthocyanin fractions providing color characteristics similar to those provided by the synthetic blue colorant, FD&C Blue No. 1. The present invention is also directed to natural green colorants comprising the natural blue anthocyanin-containing colorant and a natural yellow colorant. The present invention is further directed to edible products comprising the natural blue anthocyanin-containing colorants. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015068 | NUTRITIONAL FORMULAS CONTAINING OIL BLENDS AND USES THEREOF - The present disclosure relates to a nutritional composition comprising a lipid source that includes an oil blend formulated with structured lipids comprising fatty acid triglycerides wherein about 10% to about 70% of the palmitic acid (C16:0) residues in the triglycerides are esterified at the sn-2 position. The oil blend may exhibit additive or synergistic beneficial health effects when consumed. The disclosure further relates to methods of aiding in and promoting digestion in a pediatric subject by providing a nutritional composition comprising an oil blend including structured lipids to targeted subjects. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015069 | KETOGENIC FOOD COMPOSITIONS, METHODS, AND USES THEREOF - Disclosed herein is a ketogenic food composition and methods thereof. The ketogenic food composition promotes ketogenesis in a subject in need thereof. The ketogenic food composition includes fat, protein, and carbohydrate. A ratio of fat to a combination of protein and carbohydrate in the ketogenic food composition may be about 2.5:1 to about 4.5:1. The ketogenic food composition may be a sole diet for the subject. Also provided herein is a method of treating a disease in a subject in need thereof. The method includes administering the ketogenic food composition to the subject. The disease may be a cancer or an obesity-related disorder. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015070 | COOKED POULTRY PRODUCT AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A poultry product prepared by removing bones from a poultry carcass and compressing the remaining meat portion of the carcass into a mold. The mold is placed in an oven and the poultry product is cooked. Once cooked and removed from the mold, the poultry product retains an appearance of the mold which may be the shape of a traditionally-prepared poultry carcass. The poultry product can be wrapped and sold as a prepared food product. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015071 | MICROALGAL-FLOUR-BASED VEGETABLE FAT AND ITS USE IN BREADMAKING AND PATISSERIE - The invention concerns a vegetable butter in the form of a paste, obtained from non-animal raw materials, which is capable of fully or partially replacing fats of vegetable and/or animal origin, and more particularly animal fats such as butter. The invention also concerns its uses as novel products in the fields of breadmaking and/or patisserie and/or viennoiserie. The invention further concerns the breadmaking, patisserie and viennoiserie products obtained by the use of said vegetable butter in their recipes. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015072 | Nutritional Composition - A nutritional composition comprises at least one organic vegetable, at least one organic fruit, and at least one organic root that are mixed, strained, and blended, and have no other ingredients. The composition may include an organic drink with specific health benefits and tasteful characteristics. Each ingredient comprises a unique vitamin or mineral. In one embodiment, the composition consists of celery, beets, red Swiss chard with the leaves, and Granny Smith apples. These ingredients may be finely blended, strained, and bottled for consumption. The composition, may be substantially free of sugar, preservatives, artificial coloring, and cooked odor attributable to heat sterilization treatment. A blending device blends the ingredients. A filtering device filters a liquid portion for a pulp portion. A container contains the liquid portion from a portion of the pulp portion. The composition is consumed from the container. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015073 | COFFEE CHERRY BEVERAGE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Beverage compositions having portions of coffee cherries are described, as well as methods of forming the beverage compositions. The beverage compositions may include at least one fluid and a solid composition admixed with the fluid. The solid composition may include a particulate composition having one or more portions of a dried deseeded coffee cherry. The particulate composition may have an average particle size of about 80 μm to about 3000 μm. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015074 | Batch Carbonator and Method of Forming a Carbonated Beverage - A batch carbonation apparatus includes a housing defining a vessel cavity. The housing includes an agitation mechanism. The pressure vessel includes a cap that has a CO2 inlet and a CO2 outlet is provided. The pressure vessel also includes a seal. The pressure vessel is moveable into an out of the vessel cavity. A locking mechanism is provided and is attached to the agitation mechanism to removably lock the cap and seal relative to the pressure vessel. A CO2 source is connected to a plurality of valves where each valve has a differing pressure. A selection toggle is attached to the housing. A control mechanism is coupled to the plurality of valves. A user selects a desired carbonation level using the selection toggle and CO2 is introduced to the pressure vessel at a specified pressure wherein the agitation mechanism agitates liquid within the pressure vessel forming a carbonated beverage having a selected carbonation level. Also disclosed is a process of forming a carbonated beverage in a batch. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015075 | BEVERAGE - Provided are beverages suitable for the way of drinking in small quantities over a prolonged period in order to alleviate the dryness of the mouth. The osmotic pressure of the beverages is adjusted to lie within a specified range and the makeup of saccharides in the beverages is also adjusted. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015076 | FRESHNESS-KEEPING DEVICE USING SPACE POTENTIAL GENERATOR - A space potential generator includes a transformer formed by magnetically connecting a primary coil and a secondary coil, a feedback control circuit feeding back one terminal of the secondary coil to one terminal of the primary coil to adjust voltage of the secondary coil, an output control portion provided on the other terminal of the secondary coil to impart low frequency vibration to an output of the secondary coil, a static electricity discharger formed of conductive material and provided on the other terminal of the secondary coil via the output control portion, the space potential generator does not have a grounding electrode, a weak current flowing through the secondary coil is 0.002 to 0.2 A, the static electricity discharger is covered with an insulating member to discharge predetermined static electricity to surrounding space, and electric field of target voltage is formed in the surrounding space by the discharged static electricity. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015077 | FREEZE DRIED ORAL SMOKELESS TOBACCO SNUFF OR NON-TOBACCO SNUFF PRODUCT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THEREOF - A freeze dried oral smokeless tobacco snuff or non-tobacco snuff product and a method of manufacturing the freeze dried oral smokeless tobacco snuff or non-tobacco snuff product. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015078 | MODIFICATION OF BACTERIAL PROFILE OF TOBACCO - A method of modifying the content of certain bacteria in uncured tobacco material is provided, the method including contacting an uncured tobacco material with a treatment solution, wherein the treatment solution is selected from the group consisting of: (i) a solution comprising salt, sugar, or a combination thereof; (ii) a solution comprising one or more enzymes; and (iii) a solution comprising one or more probiotics, wherein said contacting provides a treated tobacco material having a reduced total bacterial content following harvest. In certain embodiments, the treated tobacco material is subsequently cured, and can optionally be fermented. Smoking articles and smokeless tobacco products including such treated tobacco materials are also provided. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015079 | MELTABLE SMOKELESS TOBACCO COMPOSITION - A meltable smokeless tobacco composition configured for insertion into the mouth of a user is provided. The smokeless tobacco composition includes a tobacco material and a lipid having a melting point of about 36° C. to about 45° C. An associated process is also provided. The process includes melting a lipid having a melting point of about 36° C. to about 45° C. to form a molten lipid composition, mixing a tobacco material with the molten lipid composition to form a molten smokeless tobacco composition, and cooling the molten smokeless tobacco composition to form a solidified smokeless tobacco composition. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015080 | SMOKING PRODUCT WRAPPING MATERIAL HAVING IMPROVED SMOULDERING PROPERTIES - Disclosed is a smoking article wrapping material comprising a base wrapping material to which has been applied, at least in discrete zones, a composition comprising a mechanically fragmented, chemically crosslinked polysaccharide having a particle size (weighted average) in the range from 1 to 1000 μm for the dry product; a process for production thereof; and a smoking article comprising the smoking article wrapping material described. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015081 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE WITH MULTIPLE ATOMIZER ASSEMBLIES - An electronic cigarette with multiple atomizing assemblies is provided. The atomizing assembly includes a first atomizing device and a second atomizing device. When the cigarette liquid is atomized by the first atomizing device, the smoke generated by the first atomizing device generally contains large particles of the cigarette liquid that have been not sufficiently. The large particles of the cigarette liquid that have been not sufficiently atomized are delivered by the smoke towards the second atomizing device. When passing through the second atomizing device, the cigarette liquid that have been not sufficiently atomized is atomized again by the second atomizing device, thereby enabling the smoke to be more soft and smooth, subtly increasing the amount of the smoke, and preventing the user from sucking in large particles of the cigarette liquid that have been not sufficiently atomized. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015082 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette with an atomizing core having multiple atomizing assemblies arranged in parallel is provided. An atomizing seat of the atomizing core is provided with multiple accommodating grooves for accommodating the electric heating wires, and the electric heating wires are spaced from each other with a space interval, which solves a problem that the smoke generated by the electric heating wire cannot be delivered by the airflow in time when the liquid guiding rope is positioned between the electric heating wires and the amount of the smoke is reduced. Each of the electric heating assemblies may be mounted directly from the open end of the respective accommodating grooves, which simplifies the installation and the production process. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015083 | Custom Electric Nail Vaporizing Unit - An electric nail vaporizing unit comprising a housing including a cavity and an electrical socket, a temperature controller within the cavity of the housing, the temperature controller including a display being integrated into an exterior surface of the housing, and an interconnect, wherein a first end of the interconnect includes a plug that is coupleable to the electrical socket, the electrical socket being in electrical communication with the temperature controller, and a second end of the interconnect is coupleable to a heating coil, the temperature controller configured to pass electric current to the heating coil through the interconnect is shown. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015084 | Posture-Improving Garment - A garment for improving the wearer's posture provides cords that, when secured in place, exert a slight pressure against the wearer's shoulders each time he/she starts to slouch, serving as a reminder to be more erect. The garment had a horizontal channel that is located around the body of the user, preferably just below the breast area, that accommodates a first cord. The garment further includes vertically-extending channels that extend upward from the horizontal channel and over the shoulders of the user. Respective cords in each vertical channel pass over respective shoulders of the garment from the front of the garment, and extend down the back of the garment to a position at which they are accessible to a person wearing the garment (the “user”), and are anchored in the front of the garment by the horizontal cord in such a way that when the vertical cords are sufficiently pulled at the rear of the garment and secured in place, they lightly engage the front of the wearer's shoulders so that the wearer will feel a slight pressure against his/her shoulders each time he/she starts to slouch, serving as a reminder to be more erect. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015085 | EMBEDDED GLASSES HOLDER - A placket of a shirt with an embedded eyelet piece is provided. The placket of the present invention includes a top end and a bottom end. A collar is attached to the top end of the placket. The placket further includes a front placket and a back placket. A plurality of buttons are sewn along the length of the back placket. A plurality of button holes are formed through the front placket. The present invention further includes an eyelet piece attached near or below the bottom end of the placket. The eyelet piece forms an embedded opening to receive one of a right arm and a left arm of eyewear within. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015086 | Perfect Pocket Square Holder - This invention provides an improved capability to hold a pocket square or handkerchief firmly in place with magnetic clamshell fold. The invention lays flat at 8.75 in.×2.7 in×0.125 in at a total weight of 1.2 oz. On each panel which acts as the base of the holder, seven industrial magnets 3 are affixed to the face in a U-shaped pattern 1 in. from one another. Connecting the panels 4 to one another is a strip of industrial tape 5 on either side allowing for flexible folding both back and forth. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015087 | SHAPING GARMENT - Garments that can be worn during early stages of pregnancy and postpartum are disclosed. The garments shape or contour the stomach or abdomen regions of the wearer to give the abdomen a smoother and slimmer appearance. The garments comprise at least one shaper stitch region that is adapted to apply a compressive force to the wearer's abdomen to shape the stomach or abdomen regions of the wearer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015088 | SHAPING GARMENT - Garments that can be worn during early stages of pregnancy and postpartum are disclosed. The garments shape or contour the stomach or abdomen regions of the wearer to give the abdomen a smoother and slimmer appearance. The garments comprise at least one shaper stitch region that is adapted to apply a compressive force to the wearer's abdomen to shape the stomach or abdomen regions of the wearer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015089 | COMPRESSION BANDS, GARMENTS AND RELATED METHODS - Compression bands, garments and related methods are provided herein. More specifically, the subject matter disclosed herein relates to compression bands that can be used in compression garments that have multidimensional features and methods related to the compression bands and garments. The compression bands can comprise a supportive back portion having a first side end and a second side end and a front panel secured along side seams to the first and second ends of the supportive back portion that. Depending on the construction of the compression band and its use, support can be provided to portions of a body of a wearer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015090 | FUNCTIONAL BRASSIERE - A functional garment includes a single breast supporting device that includes a breast cup, a connector, and a support strap. The breast cup supports a single breast of a user. The breast cup connector comprises an elastomeric material extending along a lateral side of the breast cup. The support strap connects to the connector and connects to the breast cup. The functional garment simultaneously provides orthopedic support to the user and visual enhancement of the breasts. Other implementations are disclosed. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015091 | NURSING GARMENTS - Garments, including nursing garments configured as pull-over bras and camisoles, are disclosed. Nursing garments include a frontal portion configured to provide under-breast support connected to a first breast pocket and a second breast pocket, which are each configured to cover the breasts and may provide additional breast support. At least one of the first and second breast pockets is configured to cover at least one of the wearer's breasts when the breast pocket is in a first position, and to uncover and expose at least one of the wearer's breasts when in a second position. The frontal portion, the first breast pocket and the second breast pocket are also connected to a back portion, which provides back support for the wearer whether one or both of the first or second breast pockets are in the first position or in the second position. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015092 | PUMPING/NURSING BRA - An apparatus allowing a woman to pump milk from her breasts without the necessity of the woman's hands holding the breast pumps utilizes at least one band of material encircling the woman's chest, the band of material provided with two openings corresponding to the woman's breasts. A center panel would be provided to adjust the fit of the band. Additionally, in another embodiment, a back panel would be used in conjunction with the center panel to connect left and right panels together, the left and right panels including openings for a woman's breast. In all of the embodiments, semicircular pieces would cover each of the openings. In yet another embodiment, a removable piece is attached to the front of the apparatus, allowing the woman to wear the apparatus all day, even in public. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015093 | FULL ZIPPERED GARMENT - The present invention is directed to a full zippered garment having improved access to an inner undergarment worn by the wearer. Desirably, the flap located on the front of the pants provides the functions and the appearance of a normal pair of pants and use as a stain barrier thereat. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015094 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODULAR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, harness, and a container. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the use from impact and/or provide flotation during an avalanche. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber. The harness may be a backpack that enables a user to transport the system while engaging in activities that may be exposed to avalanche risk. The container is releasably coupled to the harness including a coupled and a separate state. The container independently includes a container chamber that is selectively enclosable by a container opening. The releasable coupling between the container and the harness may include a periphery zipper type coupling. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015095 | Chainless Bib - A chainless dental bib is herein disclosed that may include a non-permeable sheet, a neck strap with an adjustable length, and at least one end of the strap permanently attached to the sheet. One end of the neck strap may be permanently attached to the non-permeable sheet while the other end of the neck strap may be free-floating. A plurality of perforated, detachable portions may be included on the free-floating end of the neck strap allowing a user to manually detach any number of detachable portions and determine the neck strap length. The free-floating end may then be bonded to the non-permeable sheet. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015096 | Quick Release Fastening System - A quick release fastening system associated with wearable articles is disclosed. The quick release fastening system includes a hook and loop fastener and a pull cord. A quick release of the fastening system can be accomplished with a frontal pull of the pull cord, which disengages the hook and loop fastener. No hardware is necessary to fasten or release the system. In some forms of the invention, the pull cord partially resides within a conduit that can be attached to or formed through the wearable article. The quick release fastening system is useful in any application wherein two articles need to be releasably fastened, including tactical vest applications of various types. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015097 | Plane Face - Protective face cover made from breathable fabrics for protecting the human face against environmental conditions particularly while airborne. The face protector includes one piece made up of three components (fabric, an attachment piece and trimming) and covers the face starting from the bridge of the nose and draping down to the chest or just below the chin in an alternative design. An attachment piece holds the item in place and rests at the nape of the neck. The trimming provides structure in order for the item to be held in place over areas of desired coverage. The three components can be joined together by any known means (stitching or bonding). | 2016-01-21 |
20160015098 | A FACEMASK HAVING ONE OR MORE NANOFIBER LAYERS - Facemasks and methods utilizing nanofibers are provided. The facemask and methods provided reduce pressure drop and enhance filtration of airborne particles. In one embodiment there is a facemask, comprising: an inner layer comprising non-woven fiber material configured to contact a wearer's nose and mouth; a middle layer disposed on the inner layer and comprising a nanofiber material; an outer layer disposed on the middle layer and comprising nonwoven fiber material, the facemask having upper and lower edges and at least one pleat configured to fit over a chin of the wearer when unfolded, the at least one pleat configured for folding and unfolding the facemask such that when folded the facemask is configured to assume a generally flat storage configuration and when unfolded the facemask is configured to cover at least the nose and mouth of the wearer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015099 | Apparel with Retractable Extensions - Apparel in which retractable extensions from a body portion of a hood may be selectively engaged in to cover a wearer's face. The extension of material is connected to the body portion, and stored within a pocket when it is not in use. When it is needed the wearer reaches into the hood, and extends the material out of the storage region, engaging it as a useful face covering. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015100 | MATERIAL FOR USE WITH A CAPACITIVE TOUCH SCREEN - A modified material for use with a capacitive touch screen is described. The modified material comprises a material impregnated with a composition comprising either a non-metallic and/or a metallic conductive agent with a binder. A variety of materials are contemplated, including, but not limited to leather. Also described is an apparatus and method of providing a conductive glove is disclosed. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015101 | GRID OF FASTENERS WITH REMOVABLE AND INTERCHANGEABLE DECORATIVE MODULAR TILES FOR USE WITH ACCESSORIES AND APPAREL ITEMS - A customizable product includes an at least one of a base accessory and a base apparel item, the at least one of the base accessory and the base apparel item including an outer layer. A plurality of fasteners are affixed to the outer layer of the at least one of the base accessory and the base apparel item. An at least one modular tile is removeably attached to at least one fastener of the plurality of fasteners. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015102 | SAFETY AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM FOR GARMENTS - An upper body garment with improved visibility includes a high-visibility face that is one of the front or back faces of the garment. The high-visibility face includes a first light emitter on a right shoulder portion and a second light emitter on a left shoulder portion. The high-visibility face further includes a first light emitter pattern formed by the first and second light emitters that grabs attention and visibly diverges when approached. The high-visibility face further includes a third light emitter that identifies the wearer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015103 | PORTABLE POCKET FOR MEDICAL GARMENT - A portable pocket for a medical garment comprises a base panel, an outer panel connected to the base panel, and an expansion pleat provided on the outer panel. The expansion pleat is moveable between (i) a folded position wherein a first interior volume is provided between the base panel and the outer panel and (ii) an expanded position wherein a second interior volume is provided between the base panel and the outer panel, the second interior volume being greater than the first interior volume. An adhesive layer is also provided on the base panel. The adhesive layer is provided on a side of the base panel that is opposite the side facing the outer panel. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015104 | CLOTHING TOP FOR TECHNOLOGY CONCEALMENT - Various embodiment of a body-top garment for removably housing a tube assembly is disclosed. The tube assembly has a first end that connects to a mouthpiece, and a second end connects to various types of devices. The body-top garment has an elongated pouch with a zipper opening for easy access to the tube assembly. The elongated pouch has a first opening and a second opening to pass at least part of the tube assembly outside the body-top garment. Optionally, the body-top garment has pocket with a horizontal opening to hold the various type of devices. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015105 | BRACING STRUT FOR PREVENTING PANTS FROM SLIPPING DOWN - The present invention relates to a bracing strut for preventing pants from slipping down. The bracing strut according, to the present invention comprises: holders( | 2016-01-21 |
20160015106 | HAIR INCREASING TOOL AND METHOD FOR ATTACHING THE SAME - A hair increasing tool including two large-diameter portions on a line-member having a predetermined length with a certain distance, and tube-members which can be plastically deformed fixed to each of the near locations of the large-diameter portions. A line-member portion between the two large-diameter portions is defined as a plant-area and first false hairs are fixed to plural positions of the plant-area with predetermined interval(s). The tube-members are collapsed to be plastically deformed with the remaining hairs on the head inserted therein, thereby fixing the tube-member to the hairs. The line-member portion is placed along the surface of the head, and the line-member portion is fixed by knotting the hairs located at both sides of the line-member portion together as pinching the line-member portion at a plurality of positions. Accordingly, the hair increasing tool can be fixed to the head with sufficient strength and stability without using adhesive agent. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015107 | HAIR EXTENSIONS AND TOPPER AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - Clip-in hair extensions, topper, and method for adding hair length and volume for individuals with shorter hair. The extensions and topper assist an individual to achieve natural, long, beautiful hair such that others are unable to accurately detect that the individual is wearing clip-in hair extensions pieces in their hair. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015108 | HAT HAVING SELECTIVELY EXTENDABLE BRIM - A selectively extendable brim hat for enabling a wearer to extend coverage and protection from the elements over his face comprises a hat body defined as a wearable head covering shaped as a conventional driver's cap and having a front end, a back end, and a bottom rim extending around its perimeter edge, ear flaps, and an extendable brim defined by two discrete brim flaps which are hingedly attached to the bottom rim, each spanning from one side of the to selectively extendable brim hat to the area of the front end. In the deployed position, the flaps of the extendable brim additionally include an auxiliary flap which also can be flipped down to further extend such coverage over a users face provided by such flaps. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015109 | WEARABLE HELMET WITH INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS - A wearable helmet system with integrated peripherals may be provided. In some embodiments, the integrated peripherals may be provided without a helmet, but configured to be adapted into a helmet to form a helmet system consistent with embodiments of the present disclosure. The helmet system may comprise a helmet adapted for sports play. The helmet may be integrated with a plurality of peripheral devices such as, for example, but not limited to, at least one camera configured to capture video data, at least one microphone configured to capture audio data, a communications module, a power module, and a processing module. The processing module is configured to control an operation of the integrated peripheral devices based on, for example, but not limited to, instructions received via the communications module and a location of the helmet. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015110 | SOLAR-POWERED SIGNALING DEVICE - The solar-powered signaling device contains a controller, a solar panel, and a display. The controller receives electricity from at least an external power source and delivers electricity and a text message. The solar panel and the display are electrically connected to the controller. The controller can be configured inside a helmet, and the solar panel and the display are attached to an outer surface of the helmet. The electricity produced by the solar panel is delivered to the controller which in turn powers the display. The display therefore is capable of showing the text message delivered by the controller. A motorcycle driver or a bicycle rider can wear the helmet showing a precaution text message to alert another driver or rider in the rear so as to achieve enhanced safety. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015111 | IMPACT-ABSORBING HELMET - The invention relates to a helmet that includes an outer shell and a cap, the cap being comprised of a material such as EPS or EPP and arranged inside the shell. The shell has an upper portion designed to cover at least the crown portion of the skull, the cap further comprising a first layer having a thickness covering substantially the upper portion and a plurality of pads of height projecting from the first layer towards the head, the first layer and the pads forming a single piece, and the height of the pads being greater than the thickness of the first layer. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015112 | BRIM FOR ATTACHING TO HEADGEAR - A portable brim can be securely attached to and operate with various helmets such as bicycle, skateboarding, snow sport, mountain/rock climbing, equestrian, and paddlesport helmets as well as hard hats used in construction, utility maintenance, material moving, dock loading, and airport baggage handling, to give the wearer shade and protection from the sun. The brim apparatus includes a center section having a size for fitting about a circumference of the sports helmet and a visor outwardly or radially extending from the center section. In one brim apparatus the center section features a stop surface that opposes an upper surface of the visor when the apparatus is affixed to the headgear such that the visor is prohibited from flipping upwards or sliding down or coming off during use. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015113 | Solar Powered Portable Personal Cooling System with Dual Modes of Operation - The present invention provides a device that provides the wearer a personal zone of cooling effect. Specifically, a headwear is provided that incorporates a stabilizing and aerating platform to house and support an array of photo-voltaic cells that in turn power strategically placed and positionable personal variable speed fans. The present invention also anticipates and counters the power decreases typically encountered by photo-voltaic cells when operating in elevated temperatures. The present invention also provides dual modality of use to provide a smaller photo-voltaic cell array in situations where a sacrifice in power is acceptable to limit its' size. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015114 | PROTECTIVE HELMET WITH MOVEABLE CHIN GUARD WITH AUTOMATIC SHIELD LIFTING MECHANISM - A protective helmet including a shell on which are moveably mounted a shield and a chin guard, the chin guard being moveable between a closed position and an open position and having two lateral branches each provided with a guide in which is meshed a guiding finger fixed on the shell, and the shield being moveable between a lowered position and a lifted position and having two lateral arms articulated on the shell, the helmet having an automatic lifting mechanism of the shield configured to lift the shield from the lowered position during the closing movement of the chin guard and including at least a cam-follower system including: a rotary cam secured to a guiding finger pivotally mounted on the shell and connected in rotation to the corresponding lateral branch of the chin guard by cooperation of form with the guide, and a follower element secured to a lateral arm of the shield, wherein the cam and the follower element are at least in partial contact along a given cam surface. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015115 | RIGHT AND LEFT SHOE ALIGNMENT INDICIA - Alignment shoes which each include complementary distinguishing markings to allowing a user to quickly distinguish left shoe from right shoe. Applicant's alignment shoes include a left alignment shoe defining a base shoe with an insole that includes a left image indicia on the right, inner side thereof and a right alignment shoe defining a base shoe with an insole that includes a right image indicia on the left, inner side thereof. Accordingly, when the left alignment shoe is placed adjacent to and on the left side of the right alignment shoe, the left image indicia and right image indicia are position close to one another such that the two half images appear as a single integrated image. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015116 | ANTIMICROBIAL PROTECTIVE FOOT COVER - A foot cover according to various embodiments can be configured to fit and completely enclose a foot of a wearer. An opening is formed within the foot cover for receiving the foot of the wearer. At least one rip seam is formed in the foot cover. A rip cord is disposed within the at least rip seam. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015117 | Ankle Strap for Flip-Flops - An ankle strap device secures a flip-flop or thong type of footwear onto the wearer's foot. There are first and second thong strap portions that secure to left and right parts of the thong portion of the flip-flop, and an ankle strap portion is affixed to the first and second thong strap portions. The ankle strap passes around the secures to the ankle of the wearer. The thong portions can attach using hook-loop material, snaps closures, or buttons. The ankle strap portion can be formed of two straps that fasten together around the ankle, or can be a loop of an elastic material. Favorably the ankle strap portion can be decorated as an animal such as a mouse, cat, bear, etc., or can hold a watch. The thong strap portions can be joined together to help secure a high heel shoe or slipper. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015118 | Article of Footwear With Decoupled Upper - An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015119 | Article of Footwear With Decoupled Upper - An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015120 | ASYMMETRIC SHOES - An asymmetric pair of shoes to optimize performance during a sporting activity, the asymmetric pair of shoes, including: a first shoe having a first upper and a first sole attached to the first upper, wherein the first upper comprises a first support feature configured to provide increased support to at least one portion of the first upper during performance of a first predetermined action of a first foot of a wearer, and the first sole comprises a first traction feature configured to provide increased traction to at least one portion of the first sole during performance of the first predetermined action of the first foot; and a second shoe having a second upper and a second sole attached to the second upper, wherein the first support feature and first traction feature are not present at corresponding mirror-image locations of the second shoe. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015121 | ACHILLES HEEL WEDGE - An Achilles heel wedge has a front part, a back part, and a longitudinal axis extending in a longitudinal direction between the front part and the back part. A first wedge section defines a bottom surface and a top surface. The top surface of the first wedge section forms a convex portion curving along the longitudinal axis and extending between side portions of the first wedge section. The convex portion is positionable under the longitudinal arch of a user's foot during use. A second wedge section is removably attachable to the bottom surface of the first wedge section. The second wedge section defines substantially parallel top and bottom surfaces and a ramped edge at or near a front of the second wedge section. The ramped edge extends downwardly and forwardly relative to the first wedge section and the top surface of the second wedge section. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015122 | Mid Sole Having Layered Structure - A mid sole arranged on an outsole having a tread surface, the mid sole including: an upper layer and a lower layer, wherein one of the upper layer and the lower layer includes a layer of a first foamed body having a thermoplastic resin component; in another one of the upper layer and the lower layer, one or two or more of a majority of a flat area of a front foot portion, a majority of a flat area of a middle foot portion, and a majority of a flat area of a rear foot portion includes a layer of a second foamed body having a thermoplastic resin component; and the second foamed body has a greater specific gravity than the first foamed body, and is formed by a low-resilience material having a low speed of recovering to its original shape after being deformed. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015123 | ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR HAVING AN ELEVATED PLATE SOLE STRUCTURE - An article of footwear is provided having an elevated plate structure incorporated in the sole structure and optionally including a fluid-filled chamber. The elevated plate structure can include an upper plate and a plurality of legs extending downward toward the outsole. End portions of the legs can engage an upper region of the outsole. The elevated plate structure can form a cage region that can optionally include a fluid-filled chamber substantially disposed therein. The elevated plate structure can further include a lower plate disposed at an upper region of the outsole, which can form a lower portion of the cage region. Portions of the legs can be integrated with impact-attenuating members in the heel region in various configurations and can provide features for the impact-attenuating members, such as support, impact-attenuation and adjustable impact-attenuation features. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015124 | RESILIENT AND SHOCK ABSORBING ELEMENT ARRANGEABLE IN OR ADJACENT TO A SHOE - A resilient and shock absorbing element ( | 2016-01-21 |
20160015125 | Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper - An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015126 | Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper - An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015127 | Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper - An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015128 | Disposable Insert for Footwear - A disposable insert for footwear comprised of a top surface and a bottom surface. The top and bottom surfaces are substantially thin and made of PP spunbonded nonwoven materials to keep a wearer's foot clean by absorbing sweat, odor and dirt. The top surface has a high coefficient of friction to provide good traction to the bottom of the wearer's foot during wear, especially for those individuals whose feet tend to sweat often while wearing shoes. The bottom surface has an anti-slip adhesive coating for allowing the insert to adequately grip the insole of a shoe without leaving a residue that could damage the wearer's shoe when removed, yet easily moveable in shoes as necessary. The present invention also provides a disposable insert composed of different colors and patterns to satisfy the fashionable preferences of the wearers. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015129 | Adjustable Heel Support Member For Article Of Footwear - An adjustable heel support member includes a base portion and an extended portion. The extended portion comprises a lateral portion, a medial portion and a rearward portion. The heel support member further includes a fastening member that can be used to adjust the lateral portion, the medial portion and the rearward portion to resize the heel support member. In some cases, the fastening member may be an elastic ring. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015130 | Interchangeable Wedged Heel Covering Device - The interchangeable wedged heel covering device for modifying the appearance of footwear, thereby enabling a user to wear a single pair of shoes in a variety of styles. The interchangeable wedged heel covering device includes a heel cover that removably secures to the surface of a wedged heel. The heel cover is composed of a rigid material so as to form to the corresponding shape of the heel. The heel cover includes a lip disposed along the upper edge in order to stabilize and prevent movement of the device while in use. In an alternative embodiment, the device is composed of flexible material having an adhesive disposed on the interior thereof so as to removably secure the heel cover to the heel. The lower end of the device further includes one or more removable sections so as to adjust the length of the heel cover to fit various sized heels. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015131 | Shoelace and Method for Fastening a Shoe Using Same - A shoelace device is disclosed having an elongated flexible section engaged on one end to an anchor. The elongated flexible section is configured for traversing apertures formed on opposite facings of a shoe. The anchor is sized with at least one dimension larger than the apertures to form a stop for preventing passage of the first end through an aperture. The anchor has a first fastening surface configured for removably joining in a first engagement to second fastening surface located on the flexible section when the second fastening surface comes into contact is the fastening surface. A second engagement of strap portions can be achieved using combination hook and loop fabric as the second fastening surface. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015132 | MILITARY VEST AND QUICK RELEASE BUCKLE WITH ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS - The present invention relates to a buckle system including a male subassembly and female subassembly that are designed to mate with one another. The male subassembly also includes a printed circuit board (PCB) that may mate with an electrical connector within the female subassembly, thus completing a circuit for providing power to an electronic device when the subassemblies are mated. The male subassembly is connected to a cable portion that, when pulled with sufficient force, causes the male subassembly and its PCB to disengage the female subassembly and its electrical connector. The PCB and electrical connector may also be connected within standard side-release male and female subassemblies, respectively, for use in standard side-release buckles. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015133 | ZIPPER WITH STAMPED METAL ZIPPER TEETH - A zipper with stamped metal zipper teeth includes two zipper tapes each having a rib at one lateral side thereof, and metal zipper teeth mounted at the rib of each zipper tape. Each zipper tooth has two mounting legs located at the rear end thereof and clamped on the rib. The ratio between the width of each zipper tooth and the gap between the mounting legs of each zipper tooth and the ratio between the combined height of each zipper tooth and the associated engagement protrusion and the gap between the mounting legs of each zipper tooth are in respective predetermined ranges so that the zipper teeth are stronger or even smaller than conventional #2 zipper teeth and have a tight connection between the zipper teeth and the zipper tape. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015134 | Slide Fastener Slider - A slide fastener slider has a body including an upper wing, a lower wing and a coupling pillar mutually coupling the respective upper and lower wings. The slide fastener slider has been cast molded to have a configuration where the post to which a pull is attached extends over the upper wing substantially in parallel with the upper wing, and then a logo or a pattern or the like has been engraved on the upper surface of the post. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015135 | JEWELRY CLASP - A clasp for use in making jewelry comprises an elongated hollow tube having an opening at least at one of its ends and an elongated, Z-shaped slot having a first section extending from the open end of the tube to a first intermediate location, a second section extending approximately circumferentially from the first intermediate location to a second intermediate location, and a third section extending from the second intermediate location to a third intermediate location. Flexible decorative strands of material, having enlarged ends larger than the slot, can be slid into the opening of the slot and into the third section, where they remain unless deliberate manipulations are undertaken to remove the strands. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015136 | ADJUSTABLE BAND MECHANISM - A band clasp comprises a ratchet assembly at a first end of a band, the ratchet assembly including a plate having a rim that defines an aperture that extends along a length of the first end, the ratchet assembly further including a track that extends along the length of the first end beneath the plate, the track having a first side and a second side, the first side including a first plurality of teeth opposing a second plurality of teeth of the second side. The band clasp further comprises a pawl assembly disposed at a second end of the band opposite the first end, the pawl assembly including opposing pawls having an outward bias, the opposing pawls configured to engage the rim and opposing teeth of the track through the aperture to fasten the first end of the band to the second end of the band. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015137 | Automobile Umbrella Apparatus - An automobile umbrella apparatus for use with an automobile window includes a base member having an arch shape that nests atop the lower window frame of an automobile. A mounting shaft extends upwardly from the base member is length adjustable to span between the lower and upper window frame members of an automobile. A mounting fin is coupled to the mounting shaft proximate a distal end and has a wedge shape configured to engage an upper window frame member in a friction fit relationship. An umbrella pole includes a proximal end pivotally coupled to the upper end of the mounting shaft and an opposed distal end. An umbrella canopy is operatively coupled to the distal end of the umbrella pole and movable between a retracted configuration loosely surrounding the umbrella pole and a deployed configuration extending away from the umbrella pole so as to shield or shade an area thereunder. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015138 | Water Resistant Protective Device Case - A water resistant device case includes a front and back assembly that mate to enclose an electronic device. The front assembly includes a rigid front frame, a touch screen cover bonded to the front frame, an inner bumper attached to the rigid front frame and an elastomeric main seal attached around a periphery of the rigid front frame. The back assembly includes a rigid back frame, an elastomeric over mold formed on an exterior of the black frame and an inner bumper attached to the rigid back frame. A snap tab attached to the rigid back frame mates with a snap hook on the front assembly to hold the front and back assemblies together when the device is enclosed within the case. A main water resistant seal is formed around a perimeter of the front and back assemblies by the elastomeric main seal on the front assembly being held against an inner surface of the rigid back frame. A secondary water resistant seal is formed around a perimeter of the front and back assemblies by an elastomeric secondary sealing member attached around a periphery of the rigid front frame that mates with an exterior surface of the back assembly to form a secondary water resistant seal. A closed cell foam is used to seal apertures associated with the device's audio inputs and outputs. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015139 | CONTACT LENS PACKAGING - Disclosed is a stack of individually separable packages for a plurality of contact lenses, each individual lens being packaged between a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface is provided by a first one of the individually separable packages and the second surface is provided by a second one of the individually separable packages. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015140 | Luggage Cover Device - A luggage cover device covers luggage to provide protection and facilitate identification of ownership of the luggage. The device includes a cover having a bottom panel and a perimeter wall defining an interior space configured for receiving a luggage bag therein. A top edge of the perimeter wall defining an opening into the interior space. A plurality of slots extends through the cover for extending wheels through the slots allowing the wheels rotate on a support surface while the luggage bag is positioned in the interior space. A slit extends through the cover proximate the opening for receiving a handle of the luggage bag therethrough when the luggage bag is positioned in the interior space. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015141 | COLLAPSIBLE SUPPORT DEVICE FOR HOLDING AN OBJECT - A collapsible support device configured to support an object in an inclined position, may include a base portion and an upper support panel. A hinge connecting the base portion to the upper support panel may be disposed at one edge of the base portion and a first edge of the upper support panel. The collapsible support device may be configured to be in at least one open position such that the base portion and the upper support panel are at an angle relative to each other and to be in a closed position such that the upper support panel lays against the base portion. The collapsible support device may be used to support the object at an inclined position in the open position. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015142 | HEATED HOT ROLLER SET - The invention comprises a roller set for hair care having a set of heated rollers, each roller having a diameter of at least 2 inches, a roller magnet disposed at an end of the roller and a detachable handle capable of insertion into a center of each roller, a release switch on the handle and a handle magnet attached to the end of the handle to secure the handle to the roller, wherein the roller magnet is attracted to the handle magnet and acts to guide the handle into alignment with the center of the roller. The roller set provide a method of volumizing hair comprising the steps of Inserting a handle into a heated roller, the roller having a diameter of at least 2 inches, removing a heated roller from a heated base using the handle and applying the roller nearly adjacent a root of the hair in order to smooth and volumize the hair. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015143 | FOLDABLE HAIR HOLDING DEVICE - A hair holding device includes a frame member having two spring arms separated from each other, and having a root portion joint together, the spring arms each include a free end portion having an extension extended toward each other, the spring arms include an engaging element provided in the extensions and selectively engaged with each other for coupling the extensions of the spring arms together, the frame member includes a clamping blade extended along a longitudinal central axis (X) of the frame member, the free end portion of the clamping blade is engageable with the extensions when the extensions are coupled together, and the clamping blade includes a curved bulge for engaging with the hair of the user. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015144 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR HOLDING HAIR BACK WITHOUT APPLYING SIGNIFICANT PRESSURE - A headband adapted for effectively holding hair back from a person's face without smashing or crimping a substantial portion of the hair at the top of a person's head. The headband comprises an elongated band having at least a top portion and two side portions, with the top portion defining at least two humps separated by a lowered restrictive component. In application, the lowered restrictive component engages the wearer's head and/or hair to hold the headband in place, while the majority of the wearer's hair is allowed to flow freely down the back of the wearer's head. In this manner, a secure hold is achieved, without applying significant pressure to the hair and reducing hair volume. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015145 | Hair Cutting Tool - A hair cutting tool used as a guide for cutting hair at a uniform length. The hair cutting tool includes a pair of plates pivotally secured together by one or more hinges. Each plate includes an upper end opposing a lower end and a first side opposing a second side. The hinges connect a first side of the first plate to a first side of the second plate so as to allow the plates to open and close. The upper ends of each plate are curved in order to rest flush against a user's head. A closing fastener is disposed on the plates so as to removably secure the plates in a closed configuration with a user's hair therebetween. A tab is disposed on the first plate in order to assist a user in separating the second side of the first plate from the second side of the second plate. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015146 | DEVICE FOR HAIRSTYLE COMPRISING COMB AND MAGNETIC MEDIA - The present invention relates to a comb, used in the professional field of hairdressers and hair stylists, inside which there is ferromagnetic material, to be used together with a bracelet with magnet-holder sliding modules; the magnetic bracelet, preferably in nonallergic material, worn on the wrist, is used as support so that the magnetic comb can be put away temporarily during the steps in which it is not used. The invention can comprise another magnetic support to be provided at the rear of the back of a styling chair. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015147 | Storage and lubrication device for safety razors - A razor storage device, for storing, lubricating, and protecting a safety razor, can include: a lower piece, including a lower interior cavity, a lower front cutout, a lower retaining ring, a protruding hook, and an upper protruding section; an upper piece, including a lower interior cavity, a lower front cutout, a lower retaining ring, a stability plate, and an extended portion; a hinge; upper and lower lubricating pads, including an inner foam core, an outer core with layers of polypropylene sheets, and an outer cover of a microfiber material, all impregnated with a lubricating oil, including a mineral oil, and optionally treated with an antimicrobial agent. The razor storage device can store a safety razor, thereby lubricating and extending the useful life of razor blades. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015148 | DOUBLE-LAYERED SCREEN CAP OF A COSMETICS CONTAINER - A double-layered screen cap of a cosmetics container includes a lower cap and an upper cap pivotally connected together by a connecting unit. The lower cap is bored with a plurality of insert holes, and the upper cap is provided with a plurality of projections corresponding with the insert holes. Thus, when the upper cap is covered on the lower cap, the projections of the upper cap will be respectively and correspondingly inserted in the insert holes of the lower cap to hermetically seal the insert holes for restrictedly positioning the cosmetic material in the cosmetics container, able to prevent the cosmetic material from leaking out of the cosmetics container. | 2016-01-21 |
20160015149 | COSMETIC CONTAINER - The present invention relates to a cosmetic vessel including a discharge unit discharging cosmetics to an outside, and a discharge plate provided at one side of the discharge unit from which the cosmetics are discharged, including at least one discharge hole, and formed of a metal of SUS 300 series. | 2016-01-21 |