30th week of 2018 patent applcation highlights part 2 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20180206480 | PROTECTION OF PROGENITOR CELLS AND REGULATION OF THEIR DIFFERENTIATION - The present invention relates to the use of polysulfated polysaccharides in combination with progenitor cells to improve the viability of the progenitor cells including improving the cryopreservation of the progenitor cells and provides novel compositions, methods and uses. The present invention also relates to the use of polysulfated polysaccharides to regulate the proliferation and differentiation of progenitor cells. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206481 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR PREPARATION OF A BIOLOGICAL SAMPLE FOR A CRYOPROCEDURE - A device for retaining a biological sample for performing a cryoprocedure on a biological sample having a tubular member having a lumen extending therein, the lumen configured to receive the biological sample. A retainer is couplable to a distal end of the tubular member, the retainer having a perforated member having at least one orifice, the at least one orifice having a dimension smaller than a dimension of the at least one biological sample to prevent exit of the biological sample from the tubular member, wherein the perforated element is configured to allow inflow of liquids to communicate with the lumen containing the biological sample. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206482 | CORNEAL PRESERVATION AND REHYDRATION DEVICE - A corneal preservation and rehydration device includes a box body and a box lid ( | 2018-07-26 |
20180206483 | USE OF POLYMERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A RODENTICIDAL PRODUCT, RODENTICIDAL PRODUCT AND PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF - The invention consists of the use of hydrophilic polymers or copolymers of the polyacrylic acid or sodium polyacrylate family, which are crosslinked, in proportions of between 50 and 10 000 parts per million, for the production of a rodenticidal product. The rodenticidal product is composed of polymers or copolymers as mentioned above and of an appetizing coating according to respective proportions of from 1% to 50% by weight for the polymer and from 99% to 50% by weight for the appetizing composition. The process comprises the steps consisting in mixing the abovementioned polymers or copolymers with an appetizing product so as to form a paste, then in using an extruder to form the product. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206484 | AGROFORMULATION COMPRISING COPOLYMERS CONTAINING HYDROXYBUTYL VINYL ETHER AS ASSOCIATIVE THICKENER - Provided herein is an agrochemical composition comprising a pesticide and at least one water-soluble copolymer (P) including at least one monomer (A), selected from the group consisting of (meth)acrylamide, N-methyl(meth)acrylamide, N,N′-dimethyl(meth)acrylamide or N-methylol(meth)acrylamide; at least one macromonomer (B), at least including a macromonomer (B1) | 2018-07-26 |
20180206485 | NONWOVEN FABRIC FOR INCREASING THE AVAILABILITY OF QUATERNARY AMMONIUM IN SOLUTION - Wipes for preventing quaternary ammonium (“quat”) depletion suitable for commercial applications (e.g., industrial and consumer disinfectant wipes) are provided. The wipe includes at least one nonwoven layer, at least one pulp layer, and a cationic additive. The at least one nonwoven layer and the at least one pulp layer may be hydroentangled to form a hydroentangled nonwoven fabric having a first surface and a second surface. Additionally, the cationic additive may be disposed on at least one of the first surface or the second surface. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206486 | Stable Agricultural Compositions - The invention relates to an aqueous composition comprising an agricultural active ingredient, a salt, an alkyl polysaccharide, and a styrene (meth)acrylic copolymer. The invention further relates to methods employing said composition for protecting a plant or plant part, for improving the development and/or yield of an agricultural plant, and for protecting a soil. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206487 | ANTI-INFECTIVE PROTECTOR - The present disclosure provides an anti-infective protector containing at least one anti-infective agent. The anti-infective protector provides for a range of benefits not appreciated in the prior art. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206488 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SOVLENT-FREE DELIVERY OF VOLATILE COMPOUNDS - Provided are systems and methods for solvent-free delivery of volatile compounds, where an energy source is used to release the volatile compounds. The systems and methods provided herein have at least one advantage of (1) no solvent (for example water) is required; (2) immediate release of volatile compounds (for example 1-MCP can be released from HAIP within milliseconds or seconds instead of minutes or hours of the existing method using water); and/or (3) instantly starting and stopping the delivery of the volatile compound. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206489 | REPELLENT EFFECTIVE AGAINST ANOPHELES GAMBIAE - The present disclosure describes methods for repelling an | 2018-07-26 |
20180206490 | WATER TEMPERATURE AS A MEANS OF CONTROLLING KINETICS OF ONSITE GENERATED PERACIDS - Methods and systems for temperature-controlled, on-site generation of peracids, namely peroxycarboxylic acids and peroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions are disclosed. In particular, methods for using an adjustable biocide formulator or generator system overcome the limitations of temperature on the kinetics of the peracid generation and/or peracid decomposition inside an adjustable biocide formulator or generator system. The methods include the controlling of the temperature of at least one raw starting material, namely water, to improve upon methods of on-site generation of peracids. The methods allow for the generation of user-selected chemistry without regard to the ambient temperatures of the raw starting materials and/or the biocide formulator or generator system. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206491 | SUBSTITUTED CYCLIC ARYL AND HETEROARYL CARBOXYLIC ACID HYDRAZIDES OR SALTS THEREOF AND USE THEREOF TO INCREASE STRESS TOLERANCE IN PLANTS - The invention relates to substituted cyclic aryl- and heteroarylcarbonyl hydrazides of the general formula (I) or salts thereof | 2018-07-26 |
20180206492 | CONTROL OF AQUATIC WEEDS USING COMBINATIONS OF 4-AMINO-3-CHLORO-6-(4-CHLORO-2-FLUORO-3-METHOXYPHENYL)PYRIDINE-2-CARBOXYL- IC ACIDS AND OTHER AQUATIC HERBICIDES - Methods for controlling aquatic weeds using halauxifen or florpyrauxifen or agriculturally acceptable esters or salts thereof in combination with one or more of diquat dibromide, copper salts, endothal, or fluridone, or agriculturally acceptable salts or esters thereof, are described. The herbicidal compositions described allow for effective control and/or selectivity when treating a body of water, to control target aquatic weed populations, such as alligatorweed, yellow nutsedge, barnyardgrass, early watergrass, | 2018-07-26 |
20180206493 | ACTIVE INGREDIENT COMBINATIONS COMPRISING PYRIDYLETHYLBENZAMIDES AND OTHER ACTIVE INGREDIENTS - The present invention relates to novel active ingredient combinations which consist of fluopyram and other known active ingredients and are very well suited for the control of animal pests, such as insects and/or unwanted acarids and/or nematodes, in foliar and soil application and/or in the treatment of seeds, and are also suitable for increasing yeilds. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206494 | FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are fungicidal compositions in the form of an emulsifiable concentrates that include a first fungicidal compound, optionally, at least one additional fungicidal compound, two or more surfactants and a water immiscible organic solvent comprised of a mixture of organic compounds including at least one acetate ester and at least one N,N-dialkylcarboxamide. The compositions are homogeneous, stable upon storage, and upon dilution in water form stable emulsions that can be sprayed onto plants to control important fungal diseases. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206495 | SUBSTITUTED ARYL AND HETEROARYL CARBOXYLIC ACID HYDRAZIDES OR SALTS THEREOF AND USE THEREOF TO INCREASE STRESS TOLERANCE IN PLANTS - Substituted aryl- and heteroarylcarbonyl hydrazides | 2018-07-26 |
20180206496 | Stable Suspension Concentrate Formulation for Water-Soluble Compounds - The present invention is directed to an insecticidal water based suspension concentrate formulation comprising a water-soluble insecticide selected from the group consisting of N-cyanomethyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)nicotinamide and (EZ)-1-(6-chloro-3-pyridylmethyl)-N-nitroimidazolidin-2-ylidineamine and at least one water-soluble salt selected from the group consisting of magnesium sulfate (hydrated and anhydrous forms) and sodium sulfate, wherein the water-soluble insecticide is present in an insecticidally effective amount and methods of use. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206497 | ARYLOXYPYRIMIDINYL ETHERS AS HERBICIDES - Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, | 2018-07-26 |
20180206498 | SUBSTITUTED HETEROARYL CARBOXYLIC ACID HYDRAZIDES OR SALTS THEREOF AND USE THEREOF TO INCREASE STRESS TOLERANCE IN PLANTS - The invention relates to substituted heteroaryl carboxylic acid hydrazides of general formula (I) or salts thereof, wherein the groups of formula (I) have the definitions stated in the description, for increasing the stress tolerance in plants with respect to abiotic stress, and also for strengthening plant growth and/or for increasing plant yield. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206499 | METHOD OF IMPROVING PLANT HEALTH AND ROOTING OF PLANTS - Methods and compositions for promoting health and development in a plant or crop. The disclosure further provides for compositions and methods of improving crop yield and/or plant quality. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206500 | METHOD FOR FRUIT THINNING - Methods of fruit thinning fruit bearing plants using photosynthesis inhibiting fruit thinning agents are disclosed. Methods of determining the amount and/or timing of a first dose of photosynthesis inhibiting fruit thinning agents to be applied to a fruit bearing plant to thin fruit on the plant are disclosed. Methods of determining whether a second application of photosynthesis inhibiting fruit thinning agent is required to be applied to thin fruit on the plant, and if so the amount and/or timing thereof, are also disclosed. Methods of determining whether a dose of a photosynthesis inhibiting fruit thinning agent is required to be applied to a fruit bearing plant to thin fruit on the plant. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206501 | CONTROLLING DISEASES AND INSECTS IN PLANTS - A method for controlling diseases and insects in plants on one hand and a method for providing a plant growth regulator on the other hand. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206502 | STABILIZED HYPOCHLOROUS ACID SOLUTION AND USE THEREOF - Disclosed is an antimicrobial solution comprising, consisting essentially of, or consisting of (a) hypochlorous acid, (b) a divalent cation, (c) phosphate anion, and (d) water, as well as a process for its production. Also disclosed is a method of treating or preventing infection associated with abdominal surgery on a mammal, comprising use of the antimicrobial solution. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206503 | COMPOSITE PARTICLES FOR CONTROLLING ARTHROPOD INFESTATION - Composite particles comprising baculovirus particles in a coating of wax that is degradable in the gut of a larva of an arthropod species, optionally in conjunction with an insecticide, methods of manufacture, uses thereof, and methods of controlling arthropod infestations. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206504 | ANTI-PHYTOPATHOGENIC COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to an isolated bacterium and composition comprising same having anti-pathogenic activity. The invention further relates to compounds derived from said | 2018-07-26 |
20180206505 | Botanical Antimicrobial Compositions - Disclosed are compositions comprising antimicrobially effective low concentrations of benzyl alcohol, one or more essential oil and one or more botanical extract. The compositions of the application may be used in personal care products including wound care products or in veterinary use. In certain embodiments, compositions are provided having antimicrobial active agents that are substantially or essentially entirely derived from natural sources, thereby allowing the user to avoid harsh and/or toxic chemicals. This may be particularly advantageous in products for use by or on children or pets or for use in households or other environments occupied by children or animals. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206506 | Device to Prepare Turnovers - Device for food processing that facilitate the user the food processing of turnovers in a fast way and as a result, saves time and energy in this kind of work, which is comprised of a base element with two parts that can be folded in an independent way. In addition, it is provided with a top contact element and a closing element type lever. Besides, all the products with this device will came out in identical shape and size. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206507 | NON-FRIED NOODLE DOUGH COMPRISING SWEET POTATO FLOUR AND PROCESS FOR ITS PREPARATION - The present invention concerns a non-fried noodle dough comprising sweet potato flour and a method for its preparation. Particularly, the invention pertains to a non-fried noodle dough comprising wheat flour, 5-30 wt % sweet potato flour, 1-15 wt % oil, salt and water. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206508 | NON-BLOOM COMESTIBLE PRODUCT - The present invention provides a comestible product comprising a continuous bakery portion and, optionally, one or more discrete inclusions, the comestible product comprising one or more sources of cocoa butter or cocoa butter equivalent, and the continuous bakery portion comprising sorbitan tristearate. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206509 | SUSTAINED ENERGY BAKE STABLE FILLERS AND BAKED PRODUCTS COMPRISING THESE - Compositions and methods are provided to form baked goods including fruit-based, aqueous filler compositions that retain high levels of slowly digestible starches. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206510 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING AND PLACING COLLATED SAUSAGE LINKS INTO A PACKAGING ITEM - An apparatus is provided for transferring at least one sausage link into a packaging item. The apparatus includes at least one drivable, rotatable conveyor device having at least one protruding vane, with the conveyor device being adapted and configured in such a way that the at least one sausage link can be placed on the vane in a receiving position, and that by rotating the conveyor device, the at least one sausage link can be placed onto or into the packaging item by the vane in a delivery position. The conveyor device may further include an impeller that forms, in part, a horizontal support surface for a group of sausage links. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206511 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REMOVAL OF PINBONES FROM A FISH FILLET - The invention relates to an apparatus, designed and configured for the removal of pin bones from a fish fillet that has been completely separated from the skeleton, comprising a tool having a clamping mechanism for clamping and releasing individual pin bones, a drive for the rotary driving of at least parts of the clamping mechanism and means for transmitting the rotational movement from the drive to the clamping mechanism, which is characterised in that the clamping mechanism comprises a base body that can be driven such that it rotates about a rotational axis, with which at least two clamping jaws are associated, which clamping jaws define a resulting central axis M and are for clamping and releasing the pin bones, wherein the clamping jaws are designed and configured such that they can move towards and away from one another, and the drive is designed and configured for exerting an oscillating rotational movement of the base body about the rotational axis and thereby of the clamping jaws about the central axis M. The invention further relates to a corresponding method. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206512 | CLOSED LOOP RECYCLING SYSTEM AND DIP TANK FOR ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOUNDS - A dip tank and recycling system for applying antimicrobial solution to food items, including a dip tank having a bottom and sides, and holding a liquid antimicrobial solution. A conveyor to convey food items through the tank passes through the liquid antimicrobial solution held in the tank such that food items conveyed on the conveyor are dipped in the liquid antimicrobial solution. At least two discharge nozzles spray fresh antimicrobial solution into the tank. The discharge nozzles are located in the sides of the tank, and are positioned above the level of the conveyor but below an expected top level of the liquid antimicrobial solution contained within the tank such that food items conveyed on the conveyor are agitated by the force of the spray from the discharge nozzles. The spray from the discharge nozzles causes unstacking of items on the conveyor, producing an even application of the antimicrobial solution. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206513 | LIQUID DAIRY BLEND FOR CULINARY FOOD PRODUCTS - The present invention relates to a liquid dairy blend suitable for being used in the preparation of dairy-based culinary sauces or prepared culinary dishes, comprising milk proteins and fat; wherein the milk proteins are whey-protein and casein, the ratio of whey-protein:casein is from 0.3-0.5, and the pH of the liquid dairy blend is from 5.8-6.2. The present invention further relates to a method of producing the present liquid dairy blend. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206514 | COFFEE BEVERAGE COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF PRODUCING IT - The present invention relates to coffee beverage compositions comprising soluble coffee solids and particles of roast coffee beans and with reduced formation of scum and a low content diterpenes. The invention further relates to methods of producing such coffee beverage compositions by removal of oil from a slurry of particles of roast coffee beans. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206515 | CAPSULE CONTAINING BEVERAGE POWDER, IN PARTICULAR FOR PREPARING BREWED COFFEE - A capsule, especially for preparing a beverage from beverage powder, in particular of coffee from coffee powder, by introducing water into the capsule, wherein the capsule comprises a compacted pellet made of a powder containing at least one polysaccharide, wherein the compacted pellet is sheathed with at least one coating layer, wherein the at least one coating layer comprises a cross-linked polysaccharide, wherein the cross-linked polysaccharide can be obtained by cross-linking a polysaccharide with a cross-linking agent without the use of a polyol spacer. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206516 | SOLUBLE AGGLOMERATED CHOCOLATE POWDER - The invention concerns a method for producing a soluble agglomerated chocolate powder, said powder comprising cocoa and other chocolate powder ingredients including a sweetener and/or a white component powder comprising protein, said process comprising the steps of: —preparing an aqueous emulsion of cocoa fat, —loading a fluid bed agglomerator with the chocolate powder solid ingredients other than cocoa, —spraying the emulsion of cocoa fat into the fluid bed agglomerator to form agglomerates. The invention concerns also the use of an aqueous emulsion of cocoa fat to agglomerate chocolate powder ingredients of a soluble agglomerated chocolate powder. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206517 | COCOA EXTRACTS, COCOA PRODUCTS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - Disclosed is a method for processing cocoa beans or nibs comprising the steps of: (a) adding water to cocoa beans or nibs to form a suspension; (b) wet grinding said suspension; (c) subjecting said suspension to a heat treatment at a temperature of 70° C. or less; (d) separating the suspension into: a water phase (heavy phase), a fat phase (light phase) comprising cocoa butter, and a solid phase comprising cocoa powder and fluid components; (e) continuously separating the fluid components from the solid phase obtained in step (d) to obtain cocoa aroma and cocoa powder by supplying a flow of said solid phase to a mixing device; wherein the mixing device comprises: a cylindrical, tubular body with a horizontal axis having an inlet opening for the solid phase, an outlet opening for the dried solid phase and an optional outlet opening for a vapor phase comprising cocoa aroma; end plates closing the tubular body at its opposite ends; a coaxial jacket heating or cooling the internal wall of the tubular body to a temperature of from 55° C. to 150° C.; and a bladed rotor, which is supported for rotation in the tubular body, its blades being arranged as a helix and oriented for centrifuging the solid phase and simultaneously transporting it towards the outlet opening. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206518 | METHOD OF MAKING CANNABIS OIL HYDROPHILIC USING EMULSIFIERS AND RELATED CANNABINOID COMPOSITIONS - A method of making cannabis oil hydrophilic comprising the steps of heating a base oil in the range of 120 to 220° F., adding cannabis oil to create a mixture, blending the mixture at a high speed and adding at least one emulsifying agent to the mixture while blending, and adding water to form the composition wherein the cannabis oil is hydrophilic and is soluble in water. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206519 | DISPENSING SYSTEM - Disposable container ( | 2018-07-26 |
20180206520 | HEAT EXCHANGER AND METHOD OF MAKING THEREOF - A heat exchanger includes an inner tube extending longitudinally along a central axis and having an inner surface bounding a product chamber and an outer surface having a plurality of channels disposed at circumferentially spaced intervals in alternating relationship with a plurality of fins about the circumference of the outer surface of the inner tube; and a longitudinally extending outer tube disposed coaxially about and circumscribing the inner tube in radially spaced relationship, the outer tube having an inner surface contacting the plurality of fins of the inner cylinder, the outer surface being welded to the fins at a plurality of weld locations. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206521 | A FILLING HEAD FOR FILLING A CONTAINER WITH FROZEN CONFECTION - A filling head comprising: a housing having a lower nozzle exit, a first material inlet, a second material inlet and a reciprocatable piston movable within the housing; the piston having a) an outer wall and upper and lower ends; b) a first internal material flow channel connecting an entry in the outer wall to an exit in the lower end, c) a second internal material flow channel connecting an entry in the outer wall to an exit in the lower end, and; wherein the exit of the first channel is annular, surrounding the exit of the second material flow channel; the piston, housing and inlets being positioned and dimensioned such that the piston in relation to the housing has: (1) an upper position wherein material flows from both first and second inlets are blocked by the piston outer wall; (2) a mid position wherein the first material inlet is in communication with the first internal material flow channel entry but the second material inlet is blocked by the piston outer wall; (3) a lower position wherein the first material inlet is in communication with the first internal material flow channel entry and the second material inlet is in communication with the second internal material flow channel entry. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206522 | ICE CREAM CONE WITH INTEGRATED EDIBLE DRIP COLLECTOR - Some embodiments pertain to an ice cream cone having a body and an integrated drip collector. In some embodiments, the body extends radially outwardly from a center axis of the ice cream cone. In some embodiments, the body includes an upper section defining an aperture, a lower section having a bottom, and a wall portion. In some embodiments, the wall portion extends from the lower section to the upper section and defines a reservoir configured to store ice cream within the body. In some embodiments, the ice cream cone further includes a drip collector that is a protrusion of the ice cream cone. In some embodiments, the protrusion includes a trough and an outer edge. In some embodiments, the outer edge extends radially outward from the body and is disposed below a top of the upper section of the body. In some embodiments, the drip collector is configured to receive melted ice cream and to prevent melted ice cream from contacting a hand of a user holding the ice cream cone. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206523 | A METHOD OF PROVIDING FUNCTIONAL PROTEINS FROM A PLANT MATERIAL - The present invention relates to the provision of leaf protein concentrate and food grade soluble functional proteins and possibly other high value products and fibres from a green plant material. The method further provides for the possibility obtaining fermentation products as biogas and finally fertilizer. The soluble functional protein product may be used in food and/or in pharmaceutical products. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206524 | Extruder for Feed- and Foodstuffs - An extruder for making meat analogue products, where the extruder comprises a product outlet ( | 2018-07-26 |
20180206525 | Compositions, Probiotic Formulations and Methods to Promote Digestion and Improve Nutrition in Poultry - The present disclosure relates to probiotic compositions, formulations and methods for promoting digestion and improving nutrition in birds, and probiotic compositions and formulations for increasing enzyme production and improving parameters and indications in birds. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206526 | APPLYING MEASUREMENT, CONTROL AND AUTOMATION TO A DRY CORN MILLING ETHANOL PRODUCTION PROCESS TO MAXIMIZE THE RECOVERY OF ETHANOL AND CO-PRODUCTS - Apparatus features a signal processor or signal processing module configured to: receive signaling containing information about about a measurement of one or more constituents of an output stream from a centrifuge in a dry corn milling process, including to produce Ethanol; and determine corresponding signaling containing information about a real time feedback control of the dry corn milling process, based upon the signaling received. The signal processor or signal processing module is configured to provide the corresponding signaling as control signaling to provide the real time feedback control of the dry corn milling process. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206527 | SEMI-SOLID ANIMAL FEED BLOCKS AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING SAME - A semi-solid animal feed block is provided to an animal as a feed supplement or as a complete feed. The feed block is formed of a liquid binder containing denatured wheat flour protein and sugar, and a nutrient mixture of at least one animal feed component. The denatured protein and the sugar bind the nutrient mixture to form the semi-solid animal feed block as a single mass. The nutrients may be formulated to promote digestive tract development of a recently weaned livestock animal, such as a piglet. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206528 | GRANULATED FEED SUPPLEMENT AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING - Disclosed herein are embodiments of a feed supplement comprising silica, mineral clay, glucan and mannans, wherein each particle of the feed supplement comprises silica, mineral clay, glucan and mannans. The feed supplement may be a granular feed supplement, and the granules may have at least one dimension between 4 mesh and 100 mesh size. In some embodiments, at least 40% of the granular feed supplement has at least one dimension greater the 100 mesh. Administration of the feed supplement to an animal may increase expression of one or more immune system biomarkers in that animal relative to animals not administered the composition. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206529 | FAST-DISSOLVING, CO-CRYSTALLINE FORMS OF SODIUM CHLORIDE - The invention relates to nutritional compositions comprising carbohydrate⋅sodium chloride co-crystals and to the use of these co-crystals for preparing nutritional compositions, as well as their use as carriers, fillers or stabilizers and ultimately for the acceleration of sodium chloride dissolution when other carbohydrates are present. Furthermore, the present invention is directed to a process for preparing such carbohydrate⋅sodium chloride co-crystals and nutritional compositions comprising such. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206530 | BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE, METHOD FOR PRODUCING BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE, AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING DRINKING SENSATION OF BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE - Provided is a beer-taste beverage having sharp “nodogoshi”, a method for producing the beer-taste beverage, and a method for improving “nodogoshi” of the beer-taste beverage. The beer-taste beverage according to the present invention has an a* value in an L*a*b* color system of 1.0 or more, and a bitterness unit is 25 or more. The method for producing the beer-taste beverage according to the present invention includes producing the beverage so that the a* value in the L*a*b* color system is 1.0 or more and the bitterness unit is 25 or more. The method for improving “nodogoshi” of the beer-taste beverage according to the present invention is a method for improving “nodogoshi” of the beer-taste beverage wherein the beer-taste beverage is prepared so that the a* value in the L*a*b* color system is 1.0 or more and the bitterness unit is 25 or more. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206531 | BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE, METHOD FOR PRODUCING BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE, AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING AROMA OF BEER-TASTE BEVERAGE - Provided is a beer-taste beverage in which oxidized soy sauce odor is reduced, a method for producing the beer-taste beverage, and a method for improving aroma of the beer-taste beverage. The beer-taste beverage according to the present invention has an a* value in an L*a*b* color system of 1.0 or more, and an acetate ester content of 2.0 mg/L or more. The method for producing the beer-taste beverage according to the present invention includes producing the beverage so that the a* value in the L*a*b* color system is 1.0 or more and the acetate ester content is 2.0 mg/L or more. In the method for improving the aroma of the beer-taste beverage according to the present invention, the beer-taste beverage is prepared so that the a* value in the L*a*b* color system is 1.0 or more and the acetate ester content is 2.0 mg/L or more. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206532 | Method For Disinfesting Psyllium - A method of disinfesting psyllium. The method comprises introducing psyllium to a radiation chamber and applying a high-frequency alternating electric field to the psyllium for a residence time of greater than about 1.5 minutes to dielectrically heat the psyllium to a target temperature of about 54° C. to about 82° C. to form treated psyllium. The treated psyllium does not comprise a pest infestation and the swell volume of the treated psyllium can be substantially the same as untreated psyllium. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206533 | POPPER AND METHODS FOR EXPANDING EXPANDABLE FOODS - A popper includes a kettle incorporating a popping chamber, at least one inlet for the introduction of an expandable food into the popping chamber, the popper further including a burner for generating thermal energy, and the popper further including a heat exchanger for transferring said thermal energy to the popping chamber, and where the heat exchanger is configured to space apart the popping chamber from the burner. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206534 | Shelf Stabilized Hops Product - A shelf-stabilized form of hops may be produced by mixing hops with rice bran and magnesium oxide. The stabilized hops may be contained in a paper filter for use during brewing. The rice bran may act as a surfactant or emulsifier during the boil phase of the brewing process. The magnesium oxide may accelerate isomerization during boiling, and by keeping the ingredients in a paper filter container, the magnesium oxide may be in close contact with the hops during beer making. It is believed that the magnesium oxide or other metal salt may offset the degradation of alpha acids at room temperature by slowly isomerizing the alpha acids. A typical form of shelf-stabilized hops may contain rice bran at amounts of 25% or more by weight of hops, and magnesium oxide at 3% or more by weight of hops. The mixture may be ground and pelletized prior to being contained in a paper filter. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206535 | METHOD OF CREATING MEAT STRIPS - A method of creating a meat piece includes cooking a meat product until it is fully cooked including cooking the meat product until it has an internal temperature of approximately at least 165° F. After cooking the meat product, the meat product is sliced into meat pieces. The method then includes coating the meat pieces with a coating agent with at least cane sugar, salt, liquid smoke, and starch. Then the coated meat pieces are packaged. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206536 | Injectable Protein Product - Moisture is retained in cooked or thawed food by adding to the food an aqueous suspension of animal muscle protein obtained from animal muscle tissue. The aqueous suspension is obtained by mixing comminuted animal muscle tissue with a food grade base to form an aqueous basic solution of animal muscle protein. The basic solution is mixed with a food grade acid to precipitate the protein in an aqueous composition. The precipitated protein then is comminuted to form an aqueous suspension of comminuted animal muscle protein. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206537 | METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF DRIED CRUNCHY POTATO BODIES AS CONSUMABLE - Described is a method for the preparation of dried crunchy potato bodies as consumable upon rehydration, comprising the steps of providing potatoes, cutting the potatoes of step in bodies having a thickness of 3.5 mm or less, heating the potato bodies of step to a temperature of 140° C. or less, blast chilling the heated potato bodies to 10° C. or less, and drying the potato bodies to a dry matter content of at least 90 w/w % at a temperature below 0° C. Also described is a method for the preparation of pickled potato strings, comprising the steps of providing potatoes, cutting the potatoes in strings having a cross-sectional area of 25 mm | 2018-07-26 |
20180206538 | SUGAR COMPOSITIONS FOR TABLETING BY DIRECT COMPRESSION - Directly compressible compositions that include more than 30% by weight of allulose, and tablets obtainable thereof. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206539 | PONZU SOY SAUCE SEASONING - An objective is to provide a ponzu soy sauce seasoning, in which the generation of hine-shu during preservation or deterioration smell due to heat sterilization is suppressed without using a special container, and even if the seasoning is heated, the full-bodied taste of the soy sauce is not lost but is retained. Thus, provided is a ponzu soy sauce seasoning comprising citrus juice, vinegar, and soy sauce, wherein the contents of components (a) to (e) in the seasoning are in the following ranges: (a) p-cymene: 0.0006 to 4.0 ppm, (b) potassium ions: 0.02% to 5.0% by mass, (c) sodium ions: 0.5% to 4.0% by mass, (d) acetic acid: 0.5% to 3.5% by mass, and (e) citric acid: 0.2% to 4.5% by mass. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206540 | LACTIC ACID BACTERIUM-CONTAINING FAT OR OIL COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - By adding a viable lactic acid bacterium to a fat or oil composition, the present invention has succeeded in producing a lactic acid bacterium-containing fat or oil composition that has a high viability of the lactic acid bacterium and an excellent resistance to acids. By adding lactic acid bacteria powder or a chocolate with a high lactic acid bacterium concentration to a chocolate dough after tempering and before molding, moreover, the present invention has succeeded in producing a lactic acid bacterium-containing chocolate including a viable lactic acid bacterium by a simple producing method. Thus, provided is a lactic acid bacterium-containing chocolate with high palatability that contains a viable lactic acid bacterium. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206541 | LACTOBACILLUS STRAIN-CONTAINING FOOD COMPOSITE, ORAL CLEANING COMPOSITE AND MEDICAL COMPOSITE FOR INHIBITING ORAL PATHOGENS - A food composite, an oral cleaning composite or a medical composite contain at least one | 2018-07-26 |
20180206542 | Materials and Methods for Modulation of Insulin Resistance and Gut-Derived Hormones Using Composite Food Products - Specialized high-protein, reduced-carbohydrate edible food products with excellent organoleptic and stability characteristics can be produced which modulate or reduce insulin resistance and increase fat-free mass in a calorie-restricted dietary regimen. These specialized food products, ranging from breads, pasta, pizza dough, tortillas, bagels, pastries, and other similar food products higher in protein and lower in carbohydrate content, have a significant clinical benefit. Modulation or reduction of insulin resistance using such food products has been observed to be clinically relevant and can be used for the treatment of many chronic disease conditions associated with increased insulin resistance. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206543 | CHEWABLE VITAMIN FORMULATION WITH NO ADDED SUGAR FOR THE PROMOTION OF SATIETY - This disclosure relates to compositions with nourishing properties that provide satiety to the consumer, where the composition may further provide nutritional functions due to the vitamin input(s) of its formulation, associated to various components, including compositions where no added sugar is required, and/or where the compositions may provide an auxiliary alternative to the diet needs of consumers. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206544 | RICE PROTEIN SUPPLEMENT AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Some embodiments relate to nutritional supplements comprising rice protein isolate. Some embodiments of the nutritional supplement comprise less than about 90 mg of leucine per gram of rice protein isolate and less than about 50 mg of lysine per gram of rice protein isolate. Some embodiments pertain to methods of using the nutritional supplements described herein to achieve one or more of weight gain, weight maintenance, growth, muscle growth, muscle maintenance, decreased muscle loss, or improved exercise training results. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206545 | N-ACETYL CYSTEINE BASED COMPOSITIONS - A composition for improving the health of a subject in a manner comparable to a bowl of homemade chicken soup is provided. The composition may include n-acetyl cysteine, vitamin C, and one or more carotenoids. The composition may be designed for oral consumption in a variety of dosage forms. The composition may be delivered utilizing a portable all-in-one delivery system. The delivery system may include an interconnected two piece bottle cap that together define a storage chamber that may hold the composition, and a bottle with a solvent connected to the interconnected two-piece bottle cap. The interconnected two-piece bottle cap may be in a locked or in an open state. The composition may be released into the solvent when the two-piece bottle cap interconnection is in the open state. The two-piece bottle cap may further include a delivery mechanism that switches the two-piece bottle cap interconnection from the closed state to the open state. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206546 | SAVOURY CONCENTRATE COMPRISING INORGANIC SALT, FAT AND HETEROPOLYSACCHARIDE GUM - The invention relates to a savoury concentrate containing: a) 22-85 wt. % inorganic salt; b) 2-60 wt. % fat; c) 1.5-10 wt. % of heteropolysaccharide gum selected from galactomannan, glucomannan and combinations thereof; d) 0-25 wt. % of glutamate component; e) 0-25 w. % starch component; f) 0-20 wt. % of sugar; g) 0-45 wt. % of vegetable matter; h) 0-10 wt. % water; wherein the components a) to e) together constitute at least 55 wt. % of the savoury concentrate and wherein the components a) to h) together constitute at least 75 wt. % of the savoury concentrate. This savoury concentrate can suitably be used in the preparation of bouillon, broth, soup, sauce or gravy, and not only imparts taste and taste enhancement, but additionally improves texture of the final product. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206547 | Patty-Forming Apparatus with Top Feed and Rotary Pump - The food product machine with a food supply, a rotary food pump connected to the food supply, a molding mechanism having a mold plate and a knockout drive, and a mold plate reciprocating between a fill and a discharge position. The knockout drive reciprocates a knockout plunger to discharge molded food products from the mold plate, the mold plate being reciprocated between a cavity fill position and a cavity discharge position. The machine includes a manifold connected an outlet of the food pump and having an outlet passageway connected to an inlet of the molding mechanism for filling the cavity of the mold plate. The machine can further include a fill plunger system for increasing the fill pressure of the food mass prior to filling the mold cavities. Plungers extend into the manifold to displace food mass volume and increase the pressure in the manifold. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206548 | A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A HEAT SOURCE - The invention relates to a method for the manufacturing of a combustible heat source ( | 2018-07-26 |
20180206549 | Cigar Screw - This device entitled the “Cigar Screw” is a pocket sized cigar holder that will allow for a plurality of different sized cigars to be held such that they are secured for consumption. The holder will allow the user to safely, more fully consume cigars in their entirety. The holder consists of a heat resistant material such as plastic with a metal insert. The holder possesses a metal rod within a corresponding opening of the holder base. The base is capable of sliding into the top section of the unit for storage. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206550 | CONTAINER SYSTEM WITH A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT - A controlled environment system ( | 2018-07-26 |
20180206551 | BATTERY ASSEMBLY AND ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - The present application is discloses a battery assembly and an electronic cigarette. The battery assembly comprises: a battery sleeve, a battery sleeved within the battery sleeve, a control module electrically connected to the battery, and an adjustable resistor electrically connected to the control module. One end of the battery sleeve is movably sleeved with an adjustment mechanism used for adjusting the adjustable resistor. The adjustable resistor is adjusted via rotating and pressing the adjustment mechanism, and the output power of the battery assembly is thereby adjusted. When in a normal state, the adjustment mechanism is accommodated within the battery sleeve, preventing false operation. When adjustment of the output power of the battery assembly is required, the adjustment mechanism is extended out of the battery sleeve for adjustment to be performed. Adjustment is convenient and fast, and user experience is improved. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206552 | AEROSOL DELIVERY DEVICE INCLUDING A SHAPE-MEMORY ALLOY AND A RELATED METHOD - Aerosol delivery devices are provided. The aerosol delivery devices may include a power source configured to output electrical current. The aerosol delivery devices may also include an atomizer in fluid communication with a reservoir containing an aerosol precursor composition, the atomizer being configured to receive electrical current from the power source. The aerosol delivery devices may further include a dispensing mechanism including a shape-memory alloy configured to change shape in response to heat produced from electrical current provided by the power source and to selectively regulate flow of the aerosol precursor composition from the reservoir to the atomizer, the atomizer being configured to produce an aerosol therefrom. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206553 | AEROSOL-GENERATING ARTICLE WITH CAPACITOR - An aerosol-generating article is provided, including an aerosol-generating substrate including tobacco; and a capacitor including a first electrode, a second electrode, and a dielectric material disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode, the dielectric material including a porous substrate material and a liquid sorbed into the porous substrate material. There is also provided an aerosol-generating system including the aerosol-generating article in combination with an aerosol-generating device. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206554 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE AND ATOMIZER THEREOF - An electronic cigarette and an atomizer are disclosed, the atomizer includes a reservoir, the reservoir being configured for storing tobacco liquid; an atomizing assembly, the atomizing assembly being disposed inside the reservoir, at a lower end of the reservoir, and configured to absorb tobacco liquid for atomization; and a blocking component, the blocking component being disposed in the reservoir, and configured for blocking tobacco liquid in the reservoir when tobacco liquid flows from the lower end of the reservoir toward an upper end thereof, such that tobacco liquid is kept around the atomizing assembly, and hence avoiding few tobacco liquid existing in the atomizing assembly because of rapid flowing of the tobacco liquid such that the electronic cigarette may generate burnt flavor when smoked. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206555 | CONDUCTIVE CONTACT STRUCTURE, ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, POWER SUPPLY ASSEMBLY AND ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE HAVING SAME - The present disclosure provides a conductive contact structure for a power supply assembly. The power supply assembly includes a cover body, and a main body inbuilt with a master control board. The cover body and the main body define an installation space therebetween. The conductive contact structure includes a negative electrode assembly, a sealing element, an insulating assembly and a positive electrode assembly that are disposed in sequence in the installation space. The negative electrode assembly is configured for passing through the cover body to abut against the sealing element and defines a through hole. The insulating assembly has one end configured for covering the positive electrode assembly on the main body and has the other end abutting against the sealing element. The positive electrode assembly is configured for partially passing through the insulating assembly and the sealing element in sequence to be accommodated in the through hole. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206556 | ELECTRICALLY HEATED SMOKING SYSTEM HAVING A LIQUID STORAGE PORTION - An electrically heated smoking system includes a shell and a replaceable mouthpiece. The shell includes an electric power supply and electric circuitry. The mouthpiece includes a liquid storage portion and a capillary wick having a first end and a second end. The first end of the wick extends into the liquid storage portion for contact with liquid therein. The mouthpiece also includes a heating element for heating the second end of the capillary wick, an air outlet, and an aerosol forming chamber between the second end of the capillary wick and the air outlet. When the shell and mouthpiece are engaged or connected, the heating element is in electrical connection with the power supply via the circuitry, and a flowpath for air is defined from at least one air inlet to the air outlet via the aerosol forming chamber. In use, liquid is transferred from the liquid storage portion towards the heating element by capillary action in the wick. Liquid at the second end of the capillary wick is vaporized by the heating element. The supersaturated vapor created, is mixed and carried in the air flow from the at least one air inlet to the aerosol forming chamber. In the aerosol forming chamber, the vapor condenses to form an aerosol, which is carried towards the air outlet. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206557 | HOT-WIRE CONTROL FOR AN ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette (“e-Cig”) may include functionality for monitoring and controlling the thermal properties of the e-Cig. The system and method described herein may monitor a temperature based on a resistor (i.e. hot wire) near the wick and model the thermal cycle of an e-Cig. The model can be used for controlling the temperature of the e-Cig and preventing burning. The temperature control may dictate optimal conditions for atomization and smoke generation in an e-Cig while avoiding hotspots and burning to the atomizer or cartomizer. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206558 | Lap apron with fitted overhang and upwardly open pockets for use while seated - The invention pertains to aprons covering the lap. The present invention provides a lap apron protecting the user's clothing or like for use while seated and eating or drinking. The lap apron is a technical advancement compared to prior art, because the lap apron is strapless and without fasteners or ties and uses a fitted overhang around the knees and lap to provide protection, stability, and comfort. The lap apron comprises a lap portion for covering the lap, waist, and knees of the user and upwardly open pockets on either side of the lap, which can be used to hold utensils, napkins, beverages or the like. One form of the lap apron only includes shorter pockets to hold beverages or the like. Another form of the lap apron does not include any pockets. The lap apron folds up into a convenient soft compact size like a cloth table napkin. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206559 | PUMPING/NURSING GARMENT - Apparatus are described herein for providing a garment (e.g. a bra) that can be used by a wearer during extraction of breast milk using a breast pump. In some embodiments, a garment can include an inner panel that defines one or more openings and an outer panel that can cover the openings. Each of the openings can receive a portion of a breast pump, and the inner panel can provide support to the breast pump during milk extraction. The outer panel can be removably coupled to the inner panel with a clasp such that the outer panel can be at least partially removed from the inner panel to gain access to the opening(s). In some embodiments, the inner panel can be removably coupled to another portion of the garment such that the inner panel can be partially removed and/or fully removed from the remaining portions of the garment. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206560 | GOLF GARMENT WITH SHOULDER JOINT SUPPORT - A golf garment for reinforcing a connection between a body and an arm has a shoulder joint support which fills a gap between the upper arm and the body at a golf posture, thereby enhancing a swing mechanism and reducing a possible injury. The shoulder joint support also mitigates the concentration of shock on the shoulder and thus the risk of injury is further reduced. Although designed specifically for golf, the present invention can be also effective for sports requiring a firm, yet tensionless connection of the arm to the body, such as tennis, hockey and baseball. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206561 | Modular Clothing Assembly - A modular clothing assembly for performing actions without removing one's pants includes trousers that are configured to couple to a user. The trousers cover a portion of a body of the user from a waist to proximate to ankles of the user. An opening is positioned in the trousers. The opening is configured to allow the user to perform actions, such as urinating, defecating and personal hygiene maneuvers, whilst the trousers are coupled to the user. A first panel, which is complementary to the opening, is coupled to the trousers proximate to a second end of the opening. The first panel also is reversibly couplable to the trousers to selectively close the opening. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206562 | Method and System for Introducing a Reserve Nose Wire in a Facemask Production Line - A method and associated method are provided or introducing a supply of reserve nose wires in a facemask production line prior to depletion of running nose wires in the production line. A first nose wire source and first cutter system are provided for supplying the running nose wires to the production line. A reserve nose wire source and second cutter system are staged in a stand-by state proximate to the first nose wire source. Prior to depletion of the first nose wire source, the reserve nose wire source and second cutter system are brought up to an operational speed while diverting nose wires from the second cutter system away from the production line. At operational speed of the reserve nose wire source and second cutter system, nose wires from the second cutter system are diverted to the production line while diverting nose wires from the first cutter system away from the production line. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206563 | GLOVE WITH MAGNETIC GRIP AID - A glove for use by a human hand to grip an object, with the glove comprising a palmar portion and at least one finger stall. The palmar portion having a top palmar end adapted to be adjacent the plurality of fingers, a bottom palmar end adapted to be adjacent the wrist of the hand. The glove further comprising a cuff portion extending from the bottom palmar end opposite the at least one finger stall, with the cuff portion adapted to extend over a wrist of the hand. The glove having a magnetic member and a transfer member, wherein the transfer member has a magnetic transfer end connected with the magnetic member and a cuff transfer end connected with the cuff portion, with the magnetic member adapted to engage with the object and transfer force from the magnetic member to the cuff portion when a wearer grips an object. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206564 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING A KNITTED SWEATBAND - The present invention generally relates to the production of knitted sweatbands that exhibit superior elasticity and breathability. Generally, the manufacturing process for producing the knitted sweatbands involves: (1) applying a continuous wax coating onto a polyester yarn; (2) twisting the yarn with one or more additional yarns to produce a twisted yarn; (3) knitting the twisted yarn into a sweatband body; and (4) finishing the sweatband body to form the sweatband. The sweatbands of the present invention can easily facilitate the movement of sweat away from the wearer, while still providing comfort and breathability. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206565 | CUSTOMIZABLE NECKTIE - A necktie is disclosed. The necktie includes a knot portion that can be secured at or around a neck of a wearer. The knot portion includes a simulated knot having a front loop and a first attachment mechanism positioned on the simulated knot and covered by the front loop. The first attachment mechanism is accessible via an opening. The necktie also includes a blade portion. The blade portion includes a second attachment mechanism that can releasably attach to the first attachment mechanism. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206566 | Attachable, Interactive Pocket for Electronic Devices - People, especially women, need to carry their phones and need free use of both hands to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Clothing often has no pockets or inadequate pockets for phones. A person may prefer a more comfortable, fashionable and discreet appearance than armbands, storage belts, or fanny-packs. Many women desire the freedom of being unencumbered by a bag or purse. A modern, attachable, interactive pocket uniquely addresses these needs. Attachable, Interactive Pockets, composed of functional fabrics, protect the wearer, their data, and the device within while also providing many more functions. Therefore, Attachable, Interactive Pockets for Electronic Devices have industrial applicability in fashion, retail, device insurance, and consumer electronics industries. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206567 | ATHLETIC GARMENT WITH POCKETS - An athletic garment comprising an envelope pocket positioned along an upper portion of the garment and configured to secure objects is disclosed. The envelope pocket may be comprised of a compression material that may secure stored objects in place. In one embodiment, an envelope pocket may be opened from the bottom and disposed along the rear, upper portion of the garment. The pocket opening may be positioned such that an athlete may reach around his or her back and quickly and ergonomically insert and retrieve balls from the pocket. The envelope pocket may be constructed such that the stored objects and balls do not impede an athlete's movement during athletic activity. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206568 | HANDS-FREE UTILITY BELT - A utility belt is disclosed. The utility belt comprises a belt track, a ball bearing assembly, and an extender assembly. The belt track includes a first belt section having a first male locking mechanism and a first female locking mechanism, and a second belt section having a second male locking mechanism and a second female locking mechanism. The first male locking mechanism connects to the second female locking mechanism. The second male locking mechanism connects to the first female locking mechanism. The first belt section and the second belt section each comprises an outer sheath and an inner tube. The inner tube includes a plurality of C-shaped rings. The ball bearing assembly has a ball bearing and a joint. The ball bearing rotates about the belt track. An extender assembly is coupled to the belt track and includes at least one connector and at least one spacer. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206569 | MULTI-POSITIONAL, LOCKING ARTIFICIAL TREE TRUNK - A locking artificial tree trunk including a first generally cylindrical, hollow trunk portion including an upper end, the upper end defining a notch, and a second generally cylindrical trunk portion including a body portion, a lower end having an insertable portion, and an upper end. The locking artificial tree trunk also includes a coupling mechanism having a body portion and an upper portion having a tab, and defining a channel for receiving the insertable portion of the lower end of the second trunk portion. The body portion is inserted substantially into the upper end of the first trunk portion with the tab of the upper portion aligned with the notch, thereby preventing rotation of the coupling mechanism within the upper end of the first trunk portion. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206570 | COSMETIC TREATMENT METHOD - A cosmetic treatment method. The method includes applying an adhesive composition to human keratin materials, especially the skin. The method includes bringing fibres borne by an applicator into contact with the adhesive composition present on the keratin materials. The method includes moving the applicator away from the skin, so as to release fibres which adhere to the keratin materials, the holding force for holding the fibres on the applicator being lower than the adhesive force for adhesion of the fibres to the adhesive composition present on the keratin materials. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206571 | HAIR EXTENSION DEVICE AND METHOD - A hair extension device is provided that does not prematurely slip or fall out of the user's natural hair when in use. The hair extension device is configured to wrap around a user's natural hair when their natural hair is in a bun or ponytail. The hair extension device includes: a cord member configured in a loop; and an artificial hair extension member coupled to the cord member, the artificial hair extension member comprising a plurality of strands of artificial hair. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206572 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING AIR KNIT HEADWEAR - The present invention generally relates to the production of knitted caps that are lightweight and breathable. Generally, the manufacturing process for producing the knitted caps involves: (1) applying a continuous wax coating onto a polyester yarn; (2) twisting the yarn with one or more additional yarns to produce a twisted yarn; (3) knitting the twisted yarn into a knitted article; (4) sewing the knitted article into a headwear body; and (5) finishing the headwear body to form the headwear article. The resulting headwear articles can be in the form of caps that exhibit superior breathability and moisture wicking capabilities. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206573 | A Hat with a Removable Brim - A hat comprising: a crown, a detachable brim made substantially from plastic and a central link which is secured to the crown wherein the hat is formed such that the brim protrudes outwardly from the crown and wherein the brim is able to releasably engage with the central link such that in use a user can remove and replace the brim. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206574 | REVERSIBLE HAT - A reversible cover apparatus, comprises: a cover portion having an opening configured for receiving an object to cover the object; and a pouch portion coupled to the cover portion, the pouch portion having an opening for receiving the cover portion; wherein the reversible cover apparatus is reversible between: a first position as a covering for an object wherein the pouch portion is disposed in the cover portion and the cover portion opening can receive an object to cover the object; and a reversed, second position, wherein the cover portion is disposed within the pouch portion through the pouch portion opening, and an outer surface of the pouch portion provides an external appearance of a desired item. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206575 | NOVELTY HAT WITH MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT - A novelty hat containing one or more magnets, wherein the magnets are integrated into structure of the hat, whereby the wearer can hold small metallic or magnetic items in place on the hat by placing them on a location on the hat holding the one or more magnets. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206576 | ADJUSTABLE HEADGEAR MOUNT SYSTEM - An adjustable headgear mount device and system is presented. The mount system comprises an adjustable locking catch that is adjustable by the user to accommodate a various range of male bayonet parts. A receiver element defines a slot that the adjustable locking catch is positioned in. The user can slide the catch into a desired position in the slot and securedly fix the catch in the desired position with at least one set screw. In the desired position, the catch can engage a portion of the male bayonet. The catch can be moved to a different position by the user if a different size male bayonet part is desired to be attached to the headgear. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206577 | ADJUSTABLE HEADGEAR MOUNT SYSTEM - An adjustable headgear mount device and system is presented. The mount system comprises an adjustable jaw that is adjustable by the user to accommodate a various range of male dovetail parts. A dovetail adapter and the adjustable jaw define a female receiver cavity configured to engage a male dovetail protrusion therein. A user moves the adjustable jaw into a desired position relative to the dovetail adapter and securedly fixes the adjustable jaw in the desired position with at least one attachment screw. In the desired position, a portion of the device engages the male protrusion. The adjustable jaw can be moved to a different position by the user if a different size male dovetail part is desired to be attached to the headgear. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206578 | Luminous Helmet and Manufacturing Method Thereof - The present invention is applicable to the field of bicycle motion protection and safeguard equipment. The present invention discloses a luminous helmet, including an outer shell and an inner shell in joint connection with the outer shell, a light emitting band is arranged between the inner shell and the outer shell, the outer shell is provided with a strip-shaped fixing hole at the position of the light emitting band, a light transmission groove for accommodating the light emitting band is formed in the fixing hole, and an extension part extending toward the outer side is arranged at the opening of the light transmission groove. During blister forming of the outer shell, the blister forming is carried out after the whole PC sheet is colored, the area requiring light transmission is cut to form the fixing hole, and the light transmission groove and the fixing hole are fixed to form a light transmission structure. No light transmission blank area needs to be arranged on the PC sheet, thereby preventing the deviation between an uncolored blank area of a light transmission position and a light emission position of the formed outer shell from affecting the beautiful appearance and quality of a product in a production process, improving the production efficiency of the luminous helmet and reducing the production cost. | 2018-07-26 |
20180206579 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HEAD AND SPINE IMMOBILIZATION AND PROTECTION - The present invention relates to a device that stabilizes and/or protects the head and spine from injuries. An immobilization device includes one or more pillars with multiple segments that protect the head and spine of a user. The pillars typically run along the part of the head and spine and pelvis that the device protects. A cable or wire runs through these segments in the pillars. By design, when the pillars of the invented system are not activated and the system is in normal use, the pillars are designed to be as flexible as possible and allow full physiologic motion of the protected body part. Activation of the system confers rigidity to the system and prevents or lessens harmful, non-physiologic motion of the body part intended to be protected. The present invention also encompasses a immobilization device with cables used to guide the deployment of rigid tubes to stabilize and protect the head of the user. The present invention further includes segments with flat guide protrusions for increased stability of the pillars. The immobilization device can further include rigid tubes that extent to receivers when they are activated, and which can also be used to stabilize and protect the head or neck of the user. | 2018-07-26 |