31st week of 2011 patent applcation highlights part 1 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20110185463 | Soft Body Armor Including Reinforcing Strips - A body armor panel includes a subpack having at least one reinforcing strip sewn on ballistic material at a location to overlie a specific vulnerable area of the wearer's torso when the panel is worn by the wearer. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185464 | Body Armor with Overlapping Layers of Ballistic Material - A soft body armor panel includes a subpack that is formed by overlapping sections of ballistic material and sewing them at one or more seams to form discontinuous layers in the subpack. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185465 | Counter balanced, hands free, self positioning, protective shield - One embodiment of a shield assembly that automatically positions itself into a user's field of view when the user tilts their head up to look skyward, protecting their face and eyes from hazards from above such as falling debris and dangerous UV rays and returns to a position out of the users field of view when the user resumes looking forward. The same embodiment provides for a hands free method of lowering and raising the visor assembly in and out of the users field of view by simply tilting the head. The same embodiment also provides for a one finger operation of locking the visor into a desired position | 2011-08-04 |
20110185466 | HEAT-RESISTANT GLOVES - The invention relates to a heat-resistant glove, in particular a fire department glove, comprising at least one protector, wherein the protector is located in the area of the back of the hand, the inner surface of the hand and/or the edge of the hand and has a convex or concave curvature and has a temperature resistance for at least 9 seconds at a temperature of at least 200 degrees Celsius. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185467 | Leg Warmers for Crawling Babies - This disclosure is in regards to a baby's crawler garment and the method of making the garment which is a pair of leg warmers comprised of tubular leg portions which are formed with a predetermined design made of silicone gel, and patterned throughout, on the surface of the leg warmer, forming an anti-skid surface and preventing a crawling baby from sliding or slipping. The tubular leg portions, being stretchy and snug fitting around the leg from the ankle to above the knee. Also a silicone strip will be placed on inside of the leg warmer's upper elastic band leg portion to prevent slipping or movement of the leg warmer while crawling. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185468 | Apparatuses, Methods and Systems For Reinforced Garment Support System - This disclosure details apparatuses, systems and methods that facilitate a structural support system for reinforced garments. These structural support system may be based on an axial support member joined to a spinal support member by a quick release mechanism. In an implementation, the axial support member may be incorporated with a reinforced garment belt, while the spinal support member is incorporated with a jacket or vest. In this implementation, the members are joined by a quick release pin mechanism, so that the jacket may be quickly removed, while the support belt remains in place. The structural support system may be easily adapted based on the needs of a particular user and configured for a variety of applications. For example, the structural support system may be adapted to be incorporated into a reinforced garment or alternately configured to provide external support. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185469 | Article Of Clothing Particularly Intended To Be Used Along With Electronic Devices - Article of clothing comprising a garment ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185470 | REVERSIBLE GARMENT - A reversible garment provides different looks, textures or washes on first and second presentation surfaces thereof. A first presentation surface provides a first visual appearance and a second presentation surface provides a second visual appearance using the same garment. All essential features of the garment are provided on each of the first and second presentation surfaces, such that each of the surfaces appears comparable to a conventional, non-reversible garment. As an example, a jean garment provides includes a main leg member formed from four interconnected panel sections. Each presentation surface of the garment includes a waistband having belt loops arranged therearound, front and rear pockets, and lower hems which match the selected appearance of the presentation surface. The garment also includes a single pull zipper and a double-headed fastening member, each of which functions when either of the first or second side surfaces is displayed outwardly. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185471 | APPAREL WITH POCKET - An article of apparel is disclosed. In one embodiment, an article of apparel comprises a front panel, a pouch attached to the front panel, a pocket disposed between the pouch and the front panel, and means for selectively opening and closing a first end of the pocket. The pocket comprises a second end opposite the first end and a body joining the first and second ends. The pocket is attached to the pouch and the front panel. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185472 | SPORT GLOVE CLOSURE SYSTEM - A glove closure system having an opening dividing the glove into a lateral portion (thumb side) and a medial portion (pinky side). The opening allows for easy access of the user's hand. The system consists of a rectangular or oval flap attached to the lateral portion and pulled over the access opening. A push button is mounted on the flap and movably connected to a slide bar attached to the medial portion. The slide bar includes a notched surface for engaging and stationing the button at any point along the bar. The button includes a release tab which when depressed allows the button to move along the slide bar therein allowing for the closure to either be tightened or loosened. The further the button moves toward the lateral portion the tighter the closure. When the button is engaged and locked, a simple press on the release tab disengages to allow the glove to be opened. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185473 | Sport glove closure flap - A glove closure system having an opening dividing the glove into a lateral side (thumb) and a medial side (pinky). The opening allows for easy access of the user's hand. The system consists of a rectangular or oval flap attached to the lateral portion and pulled over the access opening. A primary fit is caused by the user pulling the flap over to the back of the lateral side of the glove and fastening with a hook and loop attachment method. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185474 | Airport Sock - A transparent foot covering that provides a hygienic barrier between the wearer and a supporting surface. The covering is a one-piece structure with an open end and a closed end, suitable for quick application and removal. An elastic band around the open end ensures the covering stays fixed to the wearer's foot while in use. The covering provides protection from non-hygienic surfaces and as well as visual transparency required for airport security checks. Mold, germs and floor fungi are prevented from contacting the wearer, while the transparency provides airport personnel the ability to visually inspect the wearer's feet while passing through security checkpoints. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185475 | Foot Grips - Disclosed is a revolutionary new product for walking on hard floors, or in high-heel shoes. This new product turns socks and panty-hose into comfortable gripping footwear, by creating a flexibly durable, and comfortable contact area. It is intended for use on any smooth surface, or inside any elevated (e.g. high-heel) shoe. It increases safety and comfort a great deal, and provides a sense of security and empowerment for the user. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185476 | ADJUSTMENT DEVICE FOR AN ARTICLE OF CLOTHING, A BAG, OR OTHER ARTICLE - An article of clothing or bag, at least a first dimension of which is adjustable lengthwise, including an adjustment cord and a blocker acting on the cord; the adjustment cord including a captive portion, the length of which is relative to the length the first dimension and a free portion, the blocker being capable of taking a plurality of positions with respect to the cord, thus marking the boundary between the free portion and the captive portion of the cord. A gusset is arranged in the vicinity of the blocker, the gusset including a closure mechanism enabling the gusset to be selectively configured to and from open and closed positions. The free portion of the cord extends through a distal keeper arranged inside the gusset, the distal keeper being positioned at a distance from the blocker such that, when the gusset is in the closed position, most of the length of the free portion is inside the gusset. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185477 | GARMENT-ATTACHABLE HOLDER - Embodiments of the invention are directed to garment-attachable holders for the temporary holding of personal effects. In one embodiment, a garment-attachable holder is comprised of a piece of rectangular sheet material having a first surface and a second surface. The second surface may include adhesive on various portions thereon. At least one edge of the second surface may include a reinforcement. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185479 | Preamble - The SMSAH 06 helmet is intended to provide the Special Operations Forces (SOF) operator exceptional situational awareness from the time he exits the aircraft until he lands and beyond. During the military freefall (MFF) operation, the helmet's night vision and global positioning systems will enable the user to know exactly where his intended drop zone (DZ) is and where he is in relation to his team-mates. The user will also be provided a turn by turn audible guide and visual reference towards his target. The SMSAH 06 system also incorporates the following existing technologies of a Heads-up display (HUD) screen, altimeter, Infra-red (IR), laser range finder, communications systems and emergency signaling system. Finally, use of the SMSAH 06 drastically reduces the likelihood of MFF operators sustaining serious injuries during landings or suffering mid-air collisions because of their inability to visualize their surroundings and thus enhances the chances of mission accomplishment. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185480 | WELDER PROTECTION MASK - A welder protection mask, containing a basic support element with a viewing opening for receiving a filter element as a dazzle protection device. The welder protection mask includes at least one pliable mask region which connects to the basic support element, and the pliable mask region contains a sheet-like, wall-like mask element or consists thereof, which is characterised by a characteristic that it is manually deformable and may be bent into different positions or three-dimensional shapes. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185481 | PROTECTIVE HELMET WITH CERVICAL SPINE PROTECTION AND ADDITIONAL BRAIN PROTECTION - A protective helmet, which includes a motion restrictor device, is disclosed which has at least one strut member associated with the helmet and a harness assembly, and the at least one strut member includes a locking assembly associated with the strut member, which upon a predetermined force being sensed by a force sensor or a predetermined amount of or rate of acceleration being sensed by an acceleration sensor, stops substantially all relative motion between the ends of the strut member and the predetermined force is substantially transferred from the helmet to the harness assembly. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185482 | ARTICLES OF APPAREL WITH RETRACTABLE PROTECTIVE ELEMENTS - Articles of apparel provide at least one protective characteristic. The articles of apparel may include a generally annular first element, such as a neckband, and a second, retractable element that is operably secured to the first element. The second element may provide at least one protective characteristic. The first element may (or may not) include a receptacle into which the second element is retractable. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185483 | ARTICULATED BODY ARMOUR - A modular body armour system ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185484 | Impermeable Protective Barrier For A Toilet Seat - The invention provides an impermeable protective seat cover for a toilet seat. The barrier provides protection from body fluids and waste left on toilet seats during use by creating an impermeable layer between the user and the toilet seat. The embodiments of the current invention include an individually wrapped unit containing an elasticized protective seat cover that provides an impermeable protective barrier that conforms to a standard size toilet seat and a set of protective gloves. The protective barrier is placed over the seat while wearing the protective gloves. After use, the protective seat cover is removed while wearing the protective gloved. All items are then discarded into the garbage. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185485 | Manual toilet seat lifter apparatus - A manual toilet seat lifter apparatus is provided for lifting and lowering a toilet seat and toilet seat cover. A riser rod is pivotally connected to a hinge pin supported on the toilet seat. A handle is connected to a top end of the riser rod, and a counterweight is connected to a bottom end of the riser rod. An engagement member on the riser rod proximal to the counterweight is adapted to engage a hook provided on the toilet seat cover so that the toilet seat and cover both may be lowered simultaneously upon manipulation of the handle on the riser arm. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185486 | Support for Wall Mounted Toilets - A support platform for wall mounted toilets is described. The platform attaches easily under the toilet and contains bolts and feet for adjustment. The platform provides support to wall mounted toilets so that persons of weight greater than the rated load of the wall mounted toilet can use the toilet in comfort and safety. It is removable for use in different bathrooms, easily transported and can be sterilized where bacterial or viral contamination is a concern. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185487 | Wax-Less Toilet Gasket - A wax-less toilet gasket is provided that is formed of an open cell foam having a hydrophobic skin, layer, coating or covering. To this end, the toilet gasket may be formed of a self-skinning polyurethane, a polyurethane with an in-mold coating, or a polyurethane with a waterproof agent. The toilet gasket is characterized by a body with a ring shaped upper portion and a truncated conical extension integrally extending downwardly therefrom. In use, fastening bolts that project through the toilet flange attached to the floor conduit then extend through the ring shaped configuration and attach to the toilet base. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185488 | WAX-LESS, INTEGRAL SKIN TOILET GASKET - A wax-less integral skin toilet gasket. The gasket has a ring shaped upper portion and a truncated conical extension integrally extending downwardly therefrom. Fastening bolts extend through the toilet flange attached to the floor conduit with the bolts then extending through the ring shaped configuration and attached to the toilet base. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185489 | RECEPTACLE AND SUPPORT - A disposable bedpan ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185490 | Folding Bedside Commode - A portable bedside commode is provided with safety features that include arm rests that independently swing or rotate out of the way, a hooking means on either side of the commode to attach it to a more stable structure such as a bed frame and legs of adjustable height so that the hooks are at the appropriate height and the height of the seat is at the appropriate height, for example at the same height as a bed so that a user of the device may more easily transfer from a prone position in bed onto the commode. Another important feature is a seat alarm that is triggered on at a threshold weight and then sounds an alarm if the user of the commode has been on it for a predetermined length of time and therefore likely in need of attention. In a preferred embodiment the commode is also collapsible for storage or transport. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185491 | SUBMERSIBLE STANCHION FOR SUPPORTING SWIMMING POOL ACCESSORIES - A submersible stanchion is disclosed that provides a lightweight yet durable mounting system that will allow pool users to support a wide variety of accessories such a stool, table, ice bucket or wine cooler bucket, volleyball/badminton net, and so on. The submersible stanchion includes a pedestal base, column, accessory attachment point, at least one weight distributed in a balanced manner about the column, and serving to hold the pedestal base in place upon the bottom of the swimming pool. The pedestal base is submerged and placed on a bottom of a swimming pool. The column couples at a distal end to the pedestal base and extends in a perpendicular direction from the base. The accessory attachment point couples to a proximal end, which may be located below, at or above the surface of the swimming pool. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185492 | Neck Guard for Use in a Salon/Barber Industry Sink - A neck guard for a salon/barber industry sink, wherein the sink has an indentation in a lip of the sink to accommodate a person's neck. One embodiment includes a cushioning portion which is curved to fit on top of the indentation, a stabilizing portion which extends downward from the cushioning portion, and a removable cover sheet which is positioned on an upper surface of the cushioning portion. The cushioning portion is rubber having a first durometer and the stabilizing portion is having a second, higher durometer. The stabilizing portion includes front and rear sidewalls, wherein the front sidewall is longer than the rear sidewall. The sidewalls have inner surfaces configured to contact the wall of the sink, wherein the inner surfaces have a traction pattern. One embodiment has a weight of at least one pound. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185493 | TOUCH FREE AUTOMATIC FAUCET - A touch free automatic faucet is provided. The faucet includes a faucet housing including many sensors for controlling water flow and water temperature. A processor is connected to the sensors. A first control valve assembly is connected to the processor. A second control valve assembly is connected to the processor. A power source is connected to the processor, the first control valve assembly and the second control valve assembly. Water flow and water temperature are controlled by the sensors without touching of the faucet housing. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185494 | Pop-Up Drain Assembly - A pop-up drain assembly for a sink has drain piping, a stopper in the drain piping, a pivot rod for opening and closing the stopper and tends not to clog because the pivot rod is not within a fluid flow path. In one embodiment the stopper has flow diverter plates that channel fluid flowing through the drain piping away from the pivot rod so that hair, waste and debris does not catch on and accumulate on the pivot rod. In another embodiment the stopper and the pivot rod are engaged through magnetic coupling, and the pivot rod does not protrude into the fluid flow path. The stopper is preferably variable in length for adjustment to fit different distances from the pivot rod to the top of the drain piping. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185495 | Spreader Bar Device - A spreader bar device for a patient handling hoist includes a housing connectable to a hoist, a spool which is rotatably mounted on the housing, an elongate flexible hoist attachment element attachable to the hoist and which is extendably windable on the spool, opposing elongate spreader arms which extend from the housing, and a harness attachment element by which a patient harness is attachable to the spreader arms. The spreader arms are pivotable about the housing whereby an angular spacing between the longitudinal extents of the arms is adjustable so that the arms have a plurality of selectable working positions. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185496 | PORTABLE HAMMOCK AND HAMMOCK FRAME - In one embodiment, a frame has an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame includes a support member that has a first end portion and a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The first end portion of the first elongate member is pivotally coupled to the second end portion of the support member. A second elongate member has a first end portion and a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The first end portion of the second elongate member is pivotally coupled to the support member. A third elongate member has a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion of the third elongate member is pivotally coupled to the second end portion of the second elongate member. The third elongate member is pivotally coupled to the second end portion of the first elongate member. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185497 | Frames for futon sofa beds and methods of securing slats therein - A slat connector for use with a futon sofa bed may be used for connecting a slat to a rail of a frame of the futon sofa bed. The slat connector may include a body having an opening for receiving an end portion of a slat, and a protrusion extending in a generally normal direction from an outer surface of the body. The rail of the frame may include an opening for receiving the protrusion of the connector for connecting the slat to the rail. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185498 | Patient Rescue Bag - Disclosed is a patient rescue bag particularly designed for extreme wet weather use. A substantially rectangular upper portion ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185499 | SOUND CONDITIONING SYSTEM - A person-support apparatus comprises a frame, a sound generating device, a user interface, and a controller. The sound generating device is configured to generate an audible sound. The user interface is configured to receive an input from a user. The input corresponds to at least one of a sound conditioning system mode and an audible sound adjustment. The controller is electrically coupled to the sound generating device and the user interface. The controller is configured to control the operation of the sound generating device in accordance with the input from the user interface. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185500 | COVER AND RELATED PRODUCTS, AND PRODUCTION THEREOF - The present invention relates to covers and in particular covers for beds which are characterized by the presence of two or more groups of strips, wherein each group comprises two or more strips. These strip groups are arranged relative to one another in different directions and in particular woven together. The present invention also relates to further applications of this construction principle, for example in cushions. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185501 | MOBILE TREATMENT TABLE - A mobile treatment table having a central support operably connected with a wheel assembly. A support member is pivotally connected with the central support and operable between a vertical position and a horizontal position. At least one support leg is disposed at a distal end of the support member and operable between a deployed position substantially orthogonal to the support member and a non-deployed position substantially parallel with the support member. A handle extends from a proximal end of the support member and forms a portion of the support member when the support member is in the horizontal position. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185502 | MOBILE TREATMENT TABLE - A mobile treatment table including a central support. A first support member is pivotally connected with the central support and operable between a substantially vertical position and a substantially horizontal position. A second support member is pivotally connected with the central support and includes a handle integral therewith. The second support member is operable between a substantially vertical position and a substantially horizontal position. A wheel assembly is operably connected with the second support member and operable between an extended position adjacent a first side of the support member and a retracted position adjacent a second side of the support member. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185503 | Local Adjustment Device for Radiotherapy - A cradle for supporting an anatomical portion of a patient during radiotherapy includes a plurality of air chambers and at least one pressure regulator that adjusts the pressure in each air chamber. The cradle may be connected to an electronic control unit that sends instructions to the at least one pressure regulator to pressure each air chamber to a desired pressure. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185504 | EVACUATION SLED FOR NON-AMBULATORY PATIENTS - An evacuation sled for non-ambulatory patients preferably includes a plastic sheet having a plurality of handholds disposed about left and right side edges of the sheet, each handhold comprising an opening with a plastic reinforcement above the opening. A plurality of patient retention straps are coupled to the plastic sheet and are configured to secure a patient in the plastic sheet when the plastic sheet is curved upward about the patient. A pull strap is coupled through a head of the plastic sheet and is configured to permit a person to drag the patient strapped to the plastic sheet. Preferably, a foot strap is affixed to the head pull strap and coupled to a foot of the plastic sheet. The foot strap is configured to cause, when tension is applied to the head pull strap, at least one portion of the plastic sheet foot to raise upward and at least partially enclose the feet of the patient. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185505 | METHODS FOR USING HEAD POSITIONING PILLOWS TO OPTIMIZE RESPIRATORY TITRATION - A system, method and software for facilitating the purchase of financial investments for the benefit of beneficiary and providing educational and entertaining interactive tools regarding same is disclosed. The system includes at least one database containing information regarding one or more financial instruments. The system further includes at least one first user interface to enable a first user to access information regarding one or more financial investments, to facilitate the purchase by the first user of one or more financial investments, and to enable the first user to designate a second user beneficiary of the financial investment. The system also includes at least one second user interface providing information to the second user beneficiary regarding the financial investment. The system may also allow a first user to plan events and invite third users to such events and inform third users of opportunities to purchase investments for the benefit of the second user beneficiary. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185506 | LEG SUPPORT INSTRUMENT AND SUPPORTING METHOD - A leg support instrument ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185507 | ASSIST HANDLE ASSEMBLIES AND BEDS WITH AN ASSIST HANDLE ASSEMBLY - Assist handle assemblies and beds with an assist handle assembly are presented herein. In one embodiment, an assist handle assembly includes a mounting frame for attaching to a support platform. A first support arm is pivotably attached to the mounting frame to rotate about a first axis. A second support arm is pivotably attached to the mounting frame to rotate about a second axis, which is different from the first axis. The first and second support arms remain substantially parallel while rotating about respective axes between various positions. In another embodiment, a bed assembly includes a bed frame with a mounting frame attached thereto. First and second support arms are pivotably attached to the mounting frame at first and second locations, respectively, to rotate between raised and lowered positions. A handle with an arcuate body is pivotably attached to the first and second support arms, maintaining a constant concave-down orientation. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185508 | Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Sores Using a Sheet with an Integrated Inflatable Component - A sheet to be positioned under a patient to treat or mitigate formation of pressure sores includes a first layer of sheeting and an inflatable component secured to the first layer of sheeting. The inflatable component at least partially encloses a region exterior to the inflatable component and will relieve pressure from a portion of the patient's body when the region that the inflatable component at least partially encloses is positioned under the portion of the patient's body and the inflatable component is inflated. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185509 | Patient Immersion Control - A mattress includes a base member, a support surface disposed on the base member, and a proximity control system cooperable the support surface and the base member. The proximity control system controls immersion of an object on the support surface. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185510 | PROCESS FOR HEALTH PRESERVING BAST FIBRES AND THE JUTE FIBRE SPECIFIC HEALTH PRESERVATION ASSISTANT USED IN THE SAME - The invention relates to the fibre assistant field, in particular relates to a process for health preserving bast fibres and a jute fibre specific health preserving assistant used in the same. this invention provides a process of health preserving bast fibres, wherein, comprising the steps of: a. spraying the prepared assistant on bast fibres, wherein, the weight proportion of said assistant and said bast fibres ranges from 0.4:1 to 0.5:1. b. placing the bast fibres processed through step a in a first health preserving container for 2-3 days; c. taking out the bast fibres processed through step b from the first health preserving container, turning over such bast fibres, and placing them in a second health preserving container; then heating such bast fibres upto 50-60 □, after that, storing the heated bast fibres in said second health preserving container for 5-6 days. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185511 | CLOTHES TREATING APPARATUS WITH LIQUID SUPPLY UNIT - A washing-drying system and a water supply controlling method, the system comprising: a first main body configured to perform washing; a second main body installed at one side of the fist main body and configured to perform drying; water supply lines formed both in the first and second main bodies; and a water supply controlling unit configured to control an open or closed state or a connected or disconnected state of the water supply lines, wherein warm water and cold water respectively supplied from warm water source and cold water source both existing outside the system flow through the second main body to thusly be supplied into the first main body, whereby wastewater having high temperature generated after drying or dehumidifying laundry can be used for warm water washing, so as to save water required for the warm washing, and also to reduce energy consumed to generate warm water. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185512 | STEAM CONTROL DEVICE AND METHOD OF DRUM WASHING MACHINE - A steam control device and method of a washing machine are disclosed. The steam control method includes determining whether an instruction of course washing with steam is input; opening a water supply valve to supply water into a steam generator if the instruction of course washing is input; detecting a temperature of water supplied to the steam generator using a temperature sensor; and checking a water supply time to corresponding to the detected water supply temperature and supplying water to the steam generator for the water supply time. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185513 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTING UNBALANCED LOADS IN A WASHING MACHINE - An apparatus and techniques for detecting unbalanced load in a washing machine are provided. A clothes basket containing a load of clothing and rotatable about an axis is accelerated. As the clothes basket passes a first predetermined rotational speed, one of power and torque applied to the clothes basket is limited. It is determined whether the clothes basket accelerates from the first predetermined to a second predetermined rotational speed within a predetermined time. Failure to reach the second predetermined rotational speed within the predetermined time signifies an out-of-balance condition as to the load of clothing. No resonance of the machine lies between the first and second predetermined rotational speeds. In another aspect, a similar technique can be employed, with or without limiting power or torque, wherein a resonance does lie between the first and second predetermined rotational speeds. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185514 | TREATMENT OF NON-TRANS FATS AND FATTY ACIDS WITH A CHELATING AGENT - The invention relates to methods and compositions for treating non-trans fats, fatty acids and sunscreen stains with a chelating agent. The invention also relates to methods for reducing the frequency of laundry fires with a chelating agent. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185515 | SPRAY RINSING METHOD INTENDED FOR WASHING MACHINES - The machine has a drum with a perforated wall capable of receiving a load of clothes, a motor for rotating the drum at variable speeds, and a spraying device capable of introducing liquid into the drum. The method includes performing an impregnation with an amount of liquid by several spraying steps for spraying the liquid on the load of clothes while the drum rotates at a medium rotational speed sufficient to keep the load of clothes stationary with respect to the rotating drum but insufficient to extract liquid out of the load of clothes by the centrifugal force generated, and performing, between every two of the spraying steps, a tumbling step for tumbling the load of clothes at a low rotational speed less than 1 G. After the impregnation, a centrifugation at a high rotational speed is performed. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185516 | Ozone Laundry Systems - Ozone laundry systems include one system, a tunnel washer system that generates ozone and dissolves the ozone in water at various stages of the tunnel washer, such as with a Venturi injector. The ozonated water may be stored and recirculated/re-ozonated to ensure that a desired level of dissolved ozone is present in any water delivered to the various zones of the tunnel washer. The ozonated water provides maximum cleaning efficiency and effectiveness at cooler water temperatures, saving water and energy costs. In some systems, controlled safe application of gaseous and/or dissolved ozone may be made to laundry in a washer. Ozone levels may be monitored and precisely controlled. The application of ozone using some embodiments allows the ozone to treat materials and articles of clothing such as jeans to achieve a desired look and feel, such as an appearance of having been worn. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185517 | EPILATORY COMPOSITIONS - An epilatory composition, substantially provided as flat strips, comprises a gel-like matrix material, for example a rosin-based or sugar-based material and, mixed with the matrix material, a particulate material, for example colloidal particles of fumed silica. The particles reduce the tendency of the epilatory composition to flow, under warm ambient conditions. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185518 | DYEING METHOD FOR RAISING BLUE COLOR - A dyeing method for raising a blue color is provided. The method includes dyeing fabric with raw dye, ferro-mordanting the fabric having undergone the dyeing of raw dye with ferro-mordant, producing potassium ferrocyanide solution by dissolving potassium ferrocyanide in water, and putting the fabric having undergone the ferro-mordanting into the solution obtained in the potassium ferrocyanide solution production and then ripening the fabric until a blue color of a desired tone is raised. Accordingly, a stabilized dyeing state of blue color group is easily got even using natural dyeing materials as material difficult to raise a blue color on fabric. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185519 | In Situ Sub Marine Net Cleaning and Inspecting Device - A submarine in-situ net cleaner includes a skid chassis ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185520 | Electric toothbrushes - A toothbrush has a body, a brush head, and a neck extending between the body and the brush head. The toothbrush also has a massaging element, a plurality of bristles, and a plurality of massaging tips. The brush head has a front face and a rear face. The massaging element is disposed on the rear face of the brush head, while the plurality of bristles and the plurality of massaging tips extend from the front face. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185521 | "Aquagenisis" - shampoo emitting hair Scrubber - The embodiment is a circular body, top, on/button, and shampoo dispensing button produced of plastic that incorporates a soft rubber material compound used for the handle, massaging nubs, and the shampoo inlet reservoir. The embodiment incorporate shock absorption features located on the inside of the removable handle, and provides easy hand-gripping surfaces. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185522 | ICE ERADICATOR WITH DEICING FLUID DISPENSER - A hand tool adopted to remove ice, snow, sleet, frost and the like from the exterior surfaces of a vehicle, including the windows of automobiles. The ice scrapper comprises a rearward grip, a handle, a brush, a squeegee, and a canister containing deicing fluid which is mechanically or electronically operated to disperse deicing fluid onto the window of an automobile to facilitate more efficient removal of crystalline precipitation and condensate. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185523 | MOP - A mop includes a handle; a base seat fixedly disposed at a bottom end of the handle; two links, top ends of the links being pivotally connected with two lateral sides of the base seat; and a compression seat including a pivot block and two compression boards pivotally connected therewith. Bottom ends of the links are pivotally connected with the compression boards. A foam rubber is disposed under bottom face of the compression seat. When shifting a shift lever, via a drive rod, the compression seat is moved into the base seat or moved out of the base seat and stretched to straighten the foam rubber. In the stretched state, the two links are tilted and a distance between bottom pivot points of the links is larger than a distance between top pivot points thereof. Outer lateral faces of the links abut against two lateral sides of the base seat as supports. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185524 | Versatile cleaning-used duster broom structure - A versatile cleaning-used duster broom structure comprises a dusting broom body composed of elastic soft bristles to fit to a coupling seat equipped with a handle. The coupling seat has an opening end to which the dusting broom body is accommodated and located thereto. The opening end has multiple conjoining blocks each defined by an insert groove thereon, and the dusting broom body has the surface bundled up into a collecting portion so that the elastic soft bristles can be more evenly arranged to match to a fixing pole thereby. Besides, each elastic soft bristle has multiple individual cellular suction portions, forming an elastic and dense bristle surface thereon to suck up fine particles of dust thereby. Thus, via the stretchable character of the suction portions thereof, the elastic soft bristles can accurately enwrap trash and clean up sand, dust and hair, etc., providing effective and effortless cleaning benefit thereby. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185525 | SECTIONED MOUTHPIECE FOR ORAL CARE - The mouthpiece ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185526 | HAIRBRUSH - An apparatus for removing a hair tangle is provided that moves the hair brush having a first bristle on a rotatable brush element through the hair above the tangle in a first direction, pivots the first bristle on the rotatable brush element about a pivotal axis of the brush in a second direction if the hair tangle is encountered by the bristle, moves a second bristle on the rotatable brush element through the hair below the tangle, and moves additional bristles to a side of the tangle in order to release the hair tangle. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185527 | POLYACETAL-CONTAINING BRUSH - The object is to provide a brush which does not easily damage metal during contact therewith. The present invention can provide a brush formed using polyacetal-containing filaments, in which the flexural rigidity per filament is 1 to 100 μg·m | 2011-08-04 |
20110185528 | BRUSH FOR APPLYING A COSMETIC COMPOSITION AND HAVING SYNTHETIC HAIRS - A brush for applying a powdered cosmetic composition, comprising: | 2011-08-04 |
20110185529 | CLEANING IMPLEMENT - A cleaning implement includes a joint for attaching the handle to a cleaning end and permitting two opposing sides of the cleaning end to be used to clean a surface. The joint is constructed in a manner that permits the desired movement of the cleaning end, but also utilizes few components and has a structure that permits quick and simple assembly. The cleaning end can include features that enhance its strength and stability. In addition, the cleaning end can include features that enhance the transfer of fluid from one side of the cleaning end to the opposing side of the cleaning end. Further, the cleaning end can include features that promote the drying of a cleaning material attached to the cleaning end after use. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185530 | REFERENCE MEMBER CLEANING DEVICE, AND REFERENCE MEMBER CLEANING METHOD - According to one embodiment, a reference member cleaning device used in an optical detection unit causes a driving module to convey a reference member and to rotate a wipe-off member. The reference member cleaning device of the optical detection unit transmits the power of the driving module to both the wipe-off member and the reference member, in such a manner that the rotating direction of the wipe-off member and the conveying direction of the reference member are reversed at the position where the wipe-off member and the reference member come into contact with each other. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185531 | WIPER ARM/WIPER BLADE CONNECTION AND WIPER BLADE - The invention relates to a wiper arm/wiper blade connection between a wiper blade ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185532 | MOP STRAINER - A mop strainer has a bucket, a driving unit, a transmission unit and a draining unit. The driving unit and the transmission unit are received in a pedal mount of the mop strainer. The driving unit and the transmission unit are driven by stepping on the driving unit, so as to rotate the draining unit and drain a mop. The driving unit has a reinforced sector wall and a limit slot to limit the stroke in operation. The draining unit has a water guard to prevent drained water from sputtering out and the water guard further has a mop gripper for holding the mop. Given all these features, the present invention is more robust and can be operated and stored more conveniently and practically. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185533 | Glass and Window Cleaning Apparatus - A window and glass cleaning device includes a cleaning head and an elongated handle configured to be grasped by a user. The handle has a first end connected to the cleaning head and a second end configured to be connected to an extension handle. A fluid container is housed by the handle, and a spray nozzle is carried by said handle at a position approximate the first end of the handle. A pump is carried by the handle and connects the fluid container to the spray nozzle. The pump includes a pump actuator. An electric motor is carried by the handle and is operatively connected to pump actuator to drive the pump actuator in the pumping of fluid from the container through the spray nozzle. A power source and an electric switch are carried by the handle. The electrical switch is operatively connected to the power source and to the electric motor and is operable by the user to connect the power source to the electric motor to facilitate the pumping of said fluid through said spray nozzle. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185534 | VACUUM CLEANER COMPRISING A FIRST AND SECOND LID - The invention relates to a vacuum cleaner, comprising a first lid ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185535 | TWIN CYCLONE VACUUM CLEANER - An upright vacuum cleaner includes a housing having a suction airstream inlet and a suction airstream outlet. A dirt container is selectively mounted to the housing for receiving and retaining dirt and dust separated from the suction airstream and includes a first cyclonic air-flow chamber and a second cyclonic airflow chamber. The chambers are spaced apart and are each approximately vertically oriented and arranged in a parallel relationship. An air manifold is disposed at a top portion of the dirt container. The air manifold includes an inlet section through which dirty air passes and an outlet section. The inlet section directs a flow of dirty air into two separate inlet conduits leading to a respective one of the first and second airflow chambers. The outlet section collects a flow of cleaned air from both of the chambers and merges the flow of cleaned air into a single outlet conduit. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185536 | HINGE FOR A PACKAGING BOX OR THE LIKE - A hinge for a packaging or cargo box or the like, having a first and a second hinge leaf, the second hinge leaf has a first bushing and a second bushing located at a distance therefrom, between which a bushing of the first hinge leaf can be rotated about a mutual hinge axis. An axial tube is rotationally fixed to the bushing of the first hinge leaf and is pivot-supported in the bushings of the second hinge leaf. A torsion spring is disposed in the axial tube and attached to one end of the axial tube. A torque support connects the other end of the torsion spring to the second hinge leaf in a rotationally fixed manner. A damper for the hinge movement is connected to the second hinge leaf and the axial tube. In a cylindrical hollow space of an outer opening, formed by the three bushings ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185537 | Vehicle Floor Mat Securing Apparatus - A floor mat mounting system using a pair of brackets for securing floor mats directly to the mounting ear of the seat tracks. The brackets are form fitted to the size of the car and securely hold the floor mats to prevent shifting for maximum coverage of the car floor from dirt and grime. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185538 | ELASTIC HINGE ELEMENT FOR SPECTACLES FRAME - An elastic hinge element for a glasses frame includes a box ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185539 | MULTIPLE POSITION HANDLE - A frame for a device for applying architectural coatings has a handle which may be mounted in three positions—a storage position, a wheelbarrow position and a normal cart position. The handle may be moved from one position to another by removing a pin, moving the handle to the desired position and reinserting the pin. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185540 | Anti-strangulation apparatus for, and hanging freely with, a looped cord of a window covering device - An anti-strangulation apparatus for, and hanging freely with, a looped cord of a window covering device. The apparatus includes a tube. The tube at first has the looped cord of the window covering device enter therein, then has the looped cord of the window covering device exit therefrom and run therealong, and then has the looped cord of the window covering device reenter therein again where the looped cord of the window covering device is reeved, and in so doing, the anti-strangulation device is allowed to hang freely with the looped cord of the window covering device and keep the looped cord of the window covering device snug enough against the tube to prevent strangulation by the looped cord of the window covering device, while allowing the looped cord of the window covering device to remain fully operational. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185541 | STRAP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE - A strap adjustment device may be slid onto a cord or strap to adjust its useful length and the tension provided by the cord or strap. The strap adjustment device may include a housing, a first opening on a first end the housing for accepting a length of material through the housing, the first opening having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having an arc shape, the second portion having a rectangular shape, and the first portion contiguously adjoining the second portion to form the first opening, and a locking mechanism for securing a portion of the length of material within the housing. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185542 | Device and Method for Adjusting Fabric - An apparatus used in adjusting a garment or a piece of fabric and a method for implementing the same. The apparatus includes a bottom piece of fabric attached to a top piece of fabric and a piece of elastic sized to fit between the top and bottom pieces of fabric. The top piece of fabric includes two openings, one toward each end, through which the elastic piece fits. The elastic piece includes a plurality apertures sized to be able to receive buttons, which buttons are attached to the top and bottom pieces of fabric and buttoned through a corresponding aperture in the elastic piece. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185543 | SEAL APERTURES THROUGH PACKAGE RECLOSURE - A reclosable zipper is provided having first and second opposing profiles forming at least one pair of opposing flanges. The flanges have cutouts, such as notches or apertures, disposed adjacent to side edges of the profiles so as to define at least one pair of cutouts. When the profiles are sealed to opposing inner surfaces of package panels, portions of the panels seal to each other through the at least one pair of cutouts, providing a reinforcing structure to opposing ends of the zippers, thereby preventing the zipper ends from separating upon opening the package. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185544 | Fastener for Electric Cables or the Like, in Particular in an Automobile - A fastener-forming element, designed to fasten at least one oblong element, e.g. at least one electric cable, to a second element, e.g. a panel or a partition, e.g. of a motor vehicle, is characterized in that it is constituted by a strip having two opposite faces, male elements in particular in the form of hooks, projecting from one of the two faces, said male elements being designed to co-operate either with female elements, in particular loops, stemming from the second element (when a male-female self-fastener is formed), or with other male elements stemming from the second element (when a male-male self-fastener is formed), and in that the strip is rolled up helically, so that said one of the two faces from which the male elements stem is on the outside of the fastener-forming element, the strip thus defining an inside space designed to receive the at least one element of oblong shape. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185545 | Utility hanger - A device for hanging bird feeders, wind chimes and similar objects from the limbs of trees having two opposed jaws that are spring closed. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185546 | Shock-Proof Seat Belt Buckle for a Motor Vehicle - The invention relates to a shock-absorbing seat belt buckle ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185547 | External Covering for Coffins, Sarcophagi, Cinerary Urns and the Like - An external covering for coffins, sarcophagi, cinerary urns and the like is made of at least one adhesive film that can be applied to the entire outer surface of a container such as a coffin. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185548 | Patterning Technique - A textile motif comprises an arrangement of substantially square, substantially identical modules variously oriented with respect to one another in fixed positions within the motif. Each module includes at least two visually distinct hues. The motif may be repeated to form an overall textile pattern. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185549 | PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR ASSEMBLY OF A FLEXIBLE SEAL ELEMENT ON AN ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR - The present invention concerns an apparatus for use in the assembly of an elastic sealing element on an electrical conductor as well as a method for sheathing an electrical conductor with an elastic sealing element. The apparatus according to the invention has a first pin which performs a reciprocating movement and at the front end of which is formed a cutting tip which, on penetration through a sealing element positioned in front of the cutting tip in the direction of reciprocation and designed as a solid body, produces a through-opening in the sealing element. Furthermore, the apparatus comprises a second pin for receiving the sealing element which has been provided with a through-opening by the first pin, wherein the outer circumference of the second pin in at least one region is larger than the outer circumference of the first pin for expansion of the through-opening produced in the elastic sealing element. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185550 | CLUTCHING JIG - A clutching jig includes a pair of clutching bars, a pair of clutching pieces and a protecting means. Each of the clutching bars includes a top end portion and a bottom end portion. The top end portions are connected to each other and the bottom end portion are separated from each other. Each of the clutching pieces is fixed to the bottom end portion of each of the clutching bars. The clutching pieces are covered by the protecting means and exposed from the protecting means via the protecting means moved relative to the clutching pieces. The protecting blocks will cover the clutching pieces if the clutching jig is unused. The protecting blocks will slide upwardly relative to the clutching bars to urge the clutching pieces to be exposed if the clutching jig is used. Hence, the protecting blocks can protect the clutching pieces to prevent the clutching pieces from damage. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185551 | METHOD OF INSTALLATION OF POWER STEERING APPARATUS - A method of installing a power steering apparatus into a vehicle using the original steering box includes the steps of first fabricating a frame to support the power steering apparatus. The power steering apparatus is then linked to the original steering box of the vehicle, and a frame is fabricated to support the power steering apparatus. The power steering apparatus is fitted to the frame and the frame is fixed to the vehicle. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185552 | Method For Improved Scaling Of Filters - Method of reducing performance variability of membrane scaling devices. Scaling device performance uncertainty is reduced, thereby reducing the scaling safety factor, by specifying a narrow range or subset of the set of all qualified manufactured membranes for installation into scaling devices. In certain embodiments, the scalability factor is reduced by determining where within the performance distribution a particular membrane lies, and adjusting the scaling factor accordingly. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185553 | REMOVAL OF COMPONENTS FROM AIRCRAFT - A method of removing a component from an aircraft includes attaching a device comprising a guide member to the aircraft; attaching the component (such as an actuator) to the guide member; detaching the component from the rest of the aircraft; and moving the guide member so that the component follows a predefined path of removal of the component. A device for use in such a method is also described. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185554 | METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY DETERMINING THE DIRECTION INSTALLATION OF AN ELECTRONIC LOCK - A method for automatically determining the direction installation of an electronic lock is disclosed. The method achieves automatic determination of the electronic lock installed on the left-handed or right-handed door by controlling rotational directions of the rotational actuator and determining the touching sequence of switch units, so as to enable the electronic lock to be adapted to both the left-handed door and right-handed door, thereby significantly broadening the application scope and convenience of the electronic lock. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185555 | METHOD FOR THE ORBITAL ASSEMBLY OF AIRCRAFT SECTIONS MADE OF COMPOSITE MATERIAL - A method for assembling two structural elements, at least one of the two structural elements being tube-shaped and including a skin made of a fiber-reinforced composite material. The ability of the element to adapt to the shape and perimeter of a junction interface is improved by providing longitudinal grooves distributed on the circumference of the junction interface. The grooves are of a sufficient length to provide the junction interface with the flexibility to accommodate, through relative radial movement of each portion located between two grooves, differences in shape and perimeter among the junction interfaces of the two structural elements. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185556 | ROBOT SYSTEM, ROBOT, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING PRODUCT - A robot system includes a robot, a controller, a workbench, and a workpiece component supplier. The robot includes a body, a first arm, a second arm, a first hand, and a second hand. The robot is configured to transfer at least one of a plurality of types of workpiece components from the workpiece component supplier to the workbench by simultaneously holding each of the plurality of types of workpiece components with the first hand of the first arm and the second hand of the second arm. The robot is configured to transfer remaining types of workpiece components among the plurality of types of workpiece components from the workpiece component supplier to the workbench by holding each of the remaining types of workpiece components with only one of the first hand of the first arm and the second hand of the second arm. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185557 | Method for Stacking Thermal Actuators - A method comprising arranging a first heating element on a first liquid crystal elastomer, arranging a first layer of thermal paste on the first heating element, and arranging a second liquid crystal elastomer on the first layer of thermal paste. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185558 | Systems and Methods for Displaying Backer Material - A top hardware bar includes a body, a first bracket, and a second bracket. The body is elongate and defines a first end, a second, opposite end, a channel, and a plurality of holes disposed lengthwise along the body. The first bracket is secured to the first end of the body and is releasably secured to a first upright. The second bracket is adjustably secured within the channel at the second end of the body and is releasably secured to a second upright. A backer piece is secured to the body of the top hardware bar along a top portion of the backer piece such that the backer piece hangs from the top hardware bar. A product fixture is then placed in front of the backer piece to support products, with the ends of the product fixture being attached to the first and second uprights, respectively. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185559 | SZ WINDING MACHINE - An SZ laying machine ( | 2011-08-04 |
20110185560 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN OBJECTIVE - Method for producing an objective, in which the outer mounting includes an outer surface that is, at least in sections, limited by a plane which extends inclined toward the optical axis or which extends at a distance from the optical axis. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185561 | MASK SUPPORT, MASK ASSEMBLY, AND ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A MASK SUPPORT AND A MASK - A mask support | 2011-08-04 |
20110185562 | FLUSHNESS SHIMS - A media player according to the invention is provided. The media player may include a scroll wheel and a housing including a retention ledge. The retention ledge may maintain the position of the scroll wheel with respect to the housing. A flexible printed circuit may also be included in the media player. The flexible printed circuit may include a first face and a second face. The first face may contact the scroll wheel. The second face may include tactile dome switches. Compressible shims may also form a portion of the media player and may be adjacent the second face. The compressible shims may control the distance between the scroll wheel and the retention ledge. | 2011-08-04 |
20110185563 | COMPOSITE CERAMIC DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF LIQUIDS - A method of manufacturing a shield assembly for protecting a thermocouple including assembling a first mold including a tubular shield having a cavity for receiving the thermocouple, assembling a second mold having a second tubular shield having a second elongated cavity with an open end, filling the first and second mold cavities with a liquid mix of refractory ceramic material and letting the liquid mix dry and thereafter disassembling the first and second molds to free the first and second tubular shields and curing the refractory ceramic material. | 2011-08-04 |