Щеточная головка для устройства со щеткой для кожи

Предложены щеточные головки, выполненные и установленные так, что вращение или колебание щеточных головок генерирует эффективное движение пучков и/или нитей. Некоторые щеточные головки включают в себя пучки щетинок, также называемые нитями (волокнами), имеющие одинаковые характеристики (например, материалы, диаметры, высоты и т.п.), в то время как другие щеточной головки включают в себя пучки, имеющие множество щетинок с различающимися характеристиками (например, материалами, диаметрами, высотами и т.п.). Характеристики могут отличаться от пучка к пучку или в каждом пучке. Высоты щетинок могут изменяться за счет неплоских поверхностей щеточной головки с пучками, путем обрезки щетинок до разных высот, и т.д. В результате данных и других конфигураций отдельные щетинки, а также все пучки или группы пучков обеспечивают пространственную (3D) подвижность. 3D движение пучка и/или щетинки в пространстве может обеспечивать улучшенное очищение, массирование и/или пилинг кожи субъекта. 3 н. и 11 з. п.ф-лы, 16 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 168 201 U1 (51) МПК A46B 15/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21)(22) Заявка: 2014139295, 01.11.2013 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 01.11.2013 (72) Автор(ы): БРЮЭР Джеральд Кит (US) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Л'ОРЕАЛЬ (FR) R U Дата регистрации: 23.01.2017 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 24.06.2013 US 61/838,783 1 6 8 2 0 1 (45) Опубликовано: 23.01.2017 Бюл. № 3 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 29.09.2014 (86) Заявка PCT: IB 2013/002427 (01.11.2013) (87) Публикация заявки PCT: 1 6 8 2 0 1 R U Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25, строение 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" (54) ЩЕТОЧНАЯ ГОЛОВКА ДЛЯ УСТРОЙСТВА СО ЩЕТКОЙ ДЛЯ КОЖИ (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Щеточная головка, содержащая: множество пучков, закрепленных на основании щетки, причем ...

Красконаносящий элемент плоских кистей, используемых для ногтевого дизайна, рисования и творчества при работе с жидкими красками

Предлагаемая полезная модель относится к конструкции красконаносящих элементов для кистей, используемых в ногтевом дизайне, художественных работах и прочих кистях, используемых для рисования жидкими красками.Техническим результатом предлагаемого красконаносящего элемента является расширение функциональных возможностей прорисовки плавных переходов от одного цвета в другой благодаря наличию у кисточки мягкой вершинки, которая получается за счет хаотичного перемешивания волосков разной длины в общем пучке.Красконаносящий элемент плоских кистей, используемых для ногтевого дизайна, рисования и творчества при работе с жидкими красками выполнен в виде пучка 1 волос. Пучок 1 волос представляет собой композицию двух пучков, первый из которых 2 собран из заостренных волос с неизменяющимся по высоте контуром мазка. Второй пучок 3 выполнен из заостренных волос длиной, меньшей контура мазка и определяемой выражением 1/4А≤В<2 А, где А - высота самого маленького волоска; В+А - высота самых больших волосков от линии контакта с обоймой, при этом волосы пучков в едином пучке перемешаны хаотичным образом. Это позволяет получит очень мягкую и тонкую вершинку кисти, обеспечивающую плавные переходы от одной краски к другой, очень важную в ногтевом дизайне. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 170 521 U1 (51) МПК A46B 9/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21)(22) Заявка: 2016149070, 13.12.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 13.12.2016 (72) Автор(ы): Бяков Андрей Леонидович (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Бяков Андрей Леонидович (RU) 26.04.2017 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 5220702 A 22.06.1993. DE Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 13.12.2016 (45) Опубликовано: 26.04.2017 Бюл. № 12 Адрес для переписки: 610014, г. Киров, ул. Сурикова, 42, корп. 1, кв. 97, Вохмянину Владиславу Григорьевичу 1 7 0 5 2 1 R U (57) Формула полезной модели ...

Dental interproximal cleaning device

By the invention a dental interproximal cleaning device is provided including a handle and a holder, the handle having a proximal end and a distal end, the holder having a base joined to the distal end and a bifurcation forming two branches and a cleaning element extending between the branches of the bifurcation. The cleaning element has a thread element and a brush element, the thread element having a length corresponding at least to the transversal dimension of a tooth or to the transversal dimension of a contact surface between said tooth and an adjacent tooth, and the brush element having a length at least corresponding to one half of the length of the thread element.

METHOD FOR MOLDING SHAPE OF BRISTLES OF MASCARA BRUSH FOR EYELASHES, MOLD USED IN THE METHOD, AND MASCARA BRUSH MOLDED BY THE METHOD

The present invention relates to a method for molding a shape of bristles of a mascara brush for eyelashes, a mold in used in the method. Two strands of iron cores are twisted and brush bristles respectively having dorsal portions are radially spread between the twisted iron cores through post-process so as to form a mascara brush, wherein the dorsal portions are formed by the brush bristles of the same length on the basis of the iron cores without difference in the length of the brush bristles, so that a mascara solution contained in the dorsal portion does not run down when being applied to eyelashes, and the mascara provides more volume and a beautiful eyelash make-up when a sufficient amount of the mascara solution is applied. 1. A method of molding a shape of mascara brush bristles for eyelash makeup , the comprising:preparing a mascara by putting nylon bristles constituting brush bristles on two strands of iron cores and twisting them spirally several times so as to spread in all directions on the basis of the iron cores so that the brush bristles have a circular section;seating the brush bristles of the prepared mascara in a dorsal portion molding hole of a mold;putting the mold, in which the brush bristles are seated, into a molding furnace and heating the molding furnace so that the brush bristles of the mascara made of nylon are thermally transformed into a form corresponding to the dorsal portion molding hole of the mold to thereby mold dorsal portions;drawing out the mold and extracting the mascara brush having the dorsal portions by being thermally transformed in correspondence with the dorsal portion molding hole after the mold is heated and the brush bristles having the dorsal portions are completely molded; anddrying the mascara extracted from the dorsal portion molding hole of the mold at room temperature so as to plastic-form the dorsal portions of the brush bristles formed by thermal transformation through an annealing process.2. The method ...

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

An oral care implement such as a toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements supported by the toothbrush head. The tooth cleaning elements preferably include an elastomeric scrubbing element having a base portion and a tooth engaging portion comprising a plurality of cleansing members circumferentially spaced apart on the base portion. In one embodiment, the base portion has a circumferentially continuous sidewall to stiffen the scrubbing element. The cleansing members project outwards and preferably upwards from the base portion in one embodiment to collectively define a central cavity for retaining dentifrice. Embodiments of the oral care implement may include a circular bristle field arranged circumferentially around and associated with the scrubbing element. 117-. (canceled)18. An oral care implement comprising:a head defining a longitudinal axis; andat least one flexible elastomeric tooth scrubbing element including:a supporting base portion attached to the toothbrush head, the base portion having a circumferentially continuous sidewall; anda tooth engaging portion comprising a plurality of cleansing members circumferentially spaced apart on the base portion, the cleansing members projecting outwards from the base portion and collectively defining a central cavity for retaining dentifrice, a top portion of the cleansing members being terminated with a top end having an angled scrubbing surface configured for engaging the teeth and gums.19. The oral care implement of claim 18 , wherein the scrubbing element has an overall cylindrical shape.20. The oral care implement of claim 18 , wherein the cleansing members project vertically upwards from the base portion.21. The oral care implement of claim 18 , wherein the angled scrubbing surface faces outwards from the scrubbing element claim 18 , and upwards away from the head of the oral care implement.22. The oral care implement of claim 18 , wherein the angled scrubbing surface is disposed at ...

BRUSH AND MACHINE FOR REMOVING CHEWING GUM REMAINS AND WEEDS FROM SURFACES AND CREVICES

a brush for removing chewing gum remains and weeds from a surface (), consists of a baseplate () provided with first hairs () and one or more detachable brush parts () provided with second hairs (), in which the second hairs () extend beyond the first hairs () at the cleaning surface (), and in which one or more first () or second hairs () are steel strips or wires having a serrated or toothed edge and/or tip. A machine for removing chewing gum remains has at least one such brush and is provided with a heating chamber () for heating chewing gum remains before the brush () moves across the surface. A method for removing chewing gum uses such a brush () or such a machine. 1. Brush for removing chewing gum remains and weeds from a surface and in a crevice , consisting of a baseplate provided with at least one set of first hairs and one or more detachable brush parts provided with at least one set of second hairs , in which the first and second hairs form such a cleaning surface that the second hairs are longer than the first hairs at the cleaning surface , wherein one or more first or second hairs are steel strips or wires having a toothed or serrated edge and/or tip.2. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that the wires are braided or wound wires.3. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that the strips are made from card wire.4. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that at least one set of second hairs of the detachable brush parts comprises steel strips or wires.5. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that the strips or wires have a width of 2-10 mm claim 1 , preferably of 2-5 mm.6. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that the strips or wires are made from steel with one of the following carbon contents: C60 claim 1 , C75 claim 1 , C100.7. Brush according to claim 1 , characterized in that the strips or wires are made from steel which has undergone an aftertreatment claim 1 , such as a hardening.8. Brush according to claim ...

Characterizing an Elongated Textile Test Material

The measured values of a property of a yarn along its longitudinal direction are detected for the characterization of a yarn moved along its longitudinal direction. The values of a parameter of the yarn are determined from the measured values. An event field is provided, whose abscissa indicates an extension of parameter values in the longitudinal direction and whose ordinate indicates a deviation of the parameter from a set point value. Densities of events in the event field are determined from the values of the parameter and its extension in the longitudinal direction. A test material body is calculated in the event field as an area, which is delimited by the abscissa on the one hand, by the ordinate on the other hand, and further by a line which substantially follows a constant event density. The area is specified numerically. At least one value of the numerical specification is output as a characteristic of the yarn.

MULTICOLORED FILAMENT LOADING GUIDE BRUSH

A brush that can identify an optimal painting load, and a method for manufacturing the brush. The brush includes a handle, a ferrule attached to the handle, and a plurality of filaments attached to the handle and the ferrule, wherein each of the plurality of filaments includes a transition band including at least two different colors, so that a user can readily identify an optimal line for dipping the brush into a liquid. The plurality of filaments may include an animal hair or a synthetic filament. The animal hair may include natural hair from animals e.g., a squirrel, a goat, an ox, a badger, a horse, or the like. The synthetic filament may include e.g., polyester, nylon, or a blend of nylon and polyester. The synthetic filament may be of three constructions which include solid extrusion, profiled cross section, or hollow. 1. A brush comprising:a handle;a ferrule attached to the handle; anda plurality of filaments attached to the handle and the ferrule,wherein each of the plurality of filaments comprises a transition band comprising at least two different colors, so that a user can readily identify an optimal line for dipping the brush into a liquid.2. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the liquid comprises:a paint;a lacquer;a sealer;a varnish;a stain;an ink; ora dye.3. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of filaments comprises:an animal hair; ora synthetic filament.4. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises:a wood;a plastic; ora metal.5. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the ferrule comprises a metal.6. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the transition band comprises a cross-sectional axis that is substantially parallel to a cross-sectional axis of the ferrule.7. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the transition band comprise a cross-sectional axis that is substantially offset at an acute angle from a cross-sectional axis of the ferule.8. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the at least two different colors comprise a first color that is substantially lighter ...

MULTIPLEX BRUSH

This invention is in regards to a multiplex brush. The brush is composed of three types of visible bristles, allowing the users to feel more aware of its effectiveness and difference compared to when using single-type bristle brushes. The straight bristles, 1stwavy bristles and 2ndwavy bristles are planted together so the brush would have more grip. This is in regards to a multiplex brush with 1st wavy bristles and 2nd wavy bristles that are different in the degree and number of curves they have so the brush would allow hairs with different thickness and texture can all be styled easily, while maintaining its optimal condition. 1. A multiplex brush comprising:{'sup': st', 'nd', 'st, 'a brush with a cylindrical body with multiple holes inserted with bristles, wherein in each of the multiple holes, there are straight bristle, 1wavy bristle in the shape of a spiral and 2wavy bristle more twisted than the 1wavy bristles;'}{'sup': 'st', 'wherein the straight bristle includes 1synthetic resin and silicon;'}{'sup': st', 'st, 'wherein the 1wavy bristle includes 1synthetic resin and carbon; and'}{'sup': nd', 'st, 'wherein the said 2wavy bristle include a 1synthetic resin and metal.'}2. The multiplex brush according to claim 1 , wherein the straight bristle claim 1 , the 1wavy bristle and the 2wavy bristle are made of different colors.3. (canceled)4. The multiplex brush according to claim 1 , wherein the strength and elasticity of the straight bristle claim 1 , the 1wavy bristle and the 2wavy bristle increase in the order of the straight bristle claim 1 , the 1wavy bristle and the 2wavy bristle.5. The multiplex brush according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of the 1synthetic resin to silicon is 1:0.3˜0.5; wherein the weight ratio of the 1synthetic resin to carbon is 1:0.1˜0.2; and wherein the weight ratio of the 1synthetic resin to metal is 1:0.2˜0.3.6. The multiplex brush according to claim 5 , wherein the metal is magnesium powder.7. The multiplex brush according to ...

PAINT BRUSH COMPRISING A MONOFILAMENT BLEND OF THREE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BRISTLES

The present invention concerns a paint brush including a monofilament blend of three different types of monofilaments. 1. Paint brush comprising a handle having at its one end a bristle carrier and a plurality of monofilaments fastened in the bristle carrier ,which plurality of monofilaments comprises a first type, a second type and a third type of monofilaments, whereinthe first type of monofilaments has a thickness that is larger than the thickness of the second type of monofilaments and a thickness that is larger than the thickness of the third type of monofilaments, andthe third type of monofilaments has a length that is larger than the length of the first type of monofilament and a length that is larger than the length of the second type of monofilaments.2. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein the second type of monofilaments has a thickness that is equal to or larger than the thickness of the third type of monofilaments.3. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein the second type of monofilaments has a thickness that is smaller than the thickness of the third type of monofilaments.4. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the first type of monofilaments is at least 1.75 times the thickness of the second and/or third type of monofilaments.5. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first claim 1 , second or third type of monofilaments is hollow.6. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first claim 1 , second or third type of monofilaments has a structured outer surface.7. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first claim 1 , second or third type of monofilaments is flagged.8. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein the first and/or second and/or third type of monofilaments is made of polyester.9. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein the first and/or second and/or third type of monofilaments is tapered.10. Paint brush according to claim 1 , wherein at ...

CLEANING DEVICES HAVING FEEDBACK BETWEEN DIFFERENT CLEANING STATES

Cleaning devices are provided that have a surface with areas that provide different cleaning states. The areas of different cleaning states are connected to one another by a deflection member that provides tactile and/or audible feedback to the user when transitioning between the different cleaning states. 1. A cleaning device for cleaning a surface to be cleaned , comprising:a first member having a first cleaning surface;a second member having a second cleaning surface; anda deflection member coupled between the first member and the second member, the deflection member comprising at least one arm extending between the first member and the second member, wherein the at least one arm defines a first fulcrum point between the at least one arm and the first member and a second fulcrum point between the at least one arm and the second member, wherein the first and second members pivot relative to each other about the first and second fulcrum points.2. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the deflection member is deflectable between a first cleaning state in which the first cleaning surface is configured to be in contact with the surface to be cleaned and the second cleaning surface is configured to not be in contact with the surface to be cleaned and a third cleaning state in which the second cleaning surface is configured to be in contact with the surface to be cleaned and the first cleaning surface is configured to not be in contact with the surface to be cleaned.3. The cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein the deflection member is configured to provide tactile feedback when transitioning between the first cleaning state and another cleaning state.4. The cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein the deflection member is configured to provide tactile feedback when transitioning between the third cleaning state and another cleaning state.5. The cleaning device of claim 2 , further comprising a second cleaning state in which both the first surface and the second cleaning ...

Method for Monitoring at least one Parameter of Quality of Yarn and/or Parameters of Sensor by Electronic Yarn Cleaner

A method is provided for monitoring at least one yarn quality parameter and/or a parameter of a sensor by an electronic cleaner of yarn by means of an optical detector comprising a sensor with one or two rows of individual optical elements. The individual optical elements provide at their outputs an analog signal proportional to the intensity of its irradiation, the value of which is monitored during each measurement cycle. In the first and/or the second row of optical elements of the sensor, for each monitored parameter, individual optical elements of the sensor, are selected constituting an active zone for monitoring a particular parameter. The number of the optical elements in one active zone in one row is lower than the overall number of the optical elements in the corresponding row, and the output analog signal of the individual optical elements of the corresponding active zone is included in the evaluation of the particular parameter. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for monitoring a yarn quality parameter or a sensor parameter in an electronic yarn cleaner having an optical detector with a sensor having one or two spaced-apart rows of individual optical elements that produce an analog output signal proportional to irradiation intensity on the respective optical element during a measurement cycle , the method comprising:for a particular yarn quality parameter or sensor parameter, selecting an active zone of the optical elements for monitoring within at least one of the rows of optical elements;wherein the number of optical elements in the active zone is less than a total number of optical elements within the respective row of optical elements; andevaluating the particular yarn quality parameter or sensor parameter as a function of the output analog signals from the optical elements within the active zone.14. The method as in claim 13 , wherein the active zone is designated as a continuous subset of optical elements within the respective row of optical elements.15. ...

Cosmetic Product Applicator and Associated Applicator Assembly

An applicator () for a cosmetic product has a core () and protrusions () projecting from the core (). Each protrusion () has a reservoir () for the cosmetic product, and a articulation () of the reservoir () on the core (). The articulation () formed by a narrowed portion. The reservoir () extends from the articulation () transversely to the articulation () and on either side of the articulation (). An assembly has a receptacle having a body which forms a container intended to hold the cosmetic product. An applicator assembly has a wiper capable of scraping off excess product when the applicator () moves from inside the container to outside the container. 1. Cosmetic product applicator comprising a core and protrusions projecting from the core , each protrusion comprising a reservoir for said cosmetic product and an articulation of said reservoir on said core , said articulation being formed by a narrowed portion , said reservoir extending from said articulation , transversely to said articulation and on either side of said articulation.2. Applicator according to claim 1 , wherein said reservoir is in the form of a concave cup.3. Applicator according to claim 1 , wherein said core has a main longitudinal extension direction claim 1 , referred to as the main direction (X) claim 1 , said reservoir having an extension direction (Y) and two opposite ends along said extension direction (Y) claim 1 , one and/or the other of said ends being oriented in a direction secant to said main direction (X) claim 1 , in particular transversely to said main direction (X) claim 1 , so as to produce a styling effect.4. Applicator according to claim 1 , wherein said articulation is connected to the reservoir in a region between the centre of said reservoir and one of the ends thereof.5. Applicator according to claim 1 , wherein said protrusions are arranged in rows parallel to said main direction (X).6. Applicator according to claim 1 , wherein said reservoir is oriented asymmetrically ...

BRUSH HEAD FOR USE WITH FLOOR CLEANING MACHINE

A floor brush for using with floor cleaning equipment and, more specifically, a brush head () having distinct zones of varying bristle tuft () arrangements and configurations is provided. The brush head () is adapted for detachable connecting to a floor maintenance machine which is utilized for cleaning, burnishing, buffing and polishing a work surface such as a floor or the like. 1. A floor brush for use with a floor surface machine , the floor brush comprising:a brush block having a mounting side, a bristle side, and a periphery, the mounting side configured to be attached to the floor surface machine, the periphery including at least a leading edge that is substantially parallel to a primary axis of the brush block, the bristle side having a plurality of bristle tufts, the bristle side further including:an inner region divided by the primary axis, the bristle tufts of the inner region having a first set of characteristics;an intermediate region located outbound of and divided by the inner region the bristle tufts of the intermediate region having a second set of characteristics, where at least one characteristic of the second set of characteristics is different from the first set of characteristics; andan outer region arranged along the leading edge and located outbound of and divided by the intermediate region, the bristle tufts of the outer region having a third set of characteristics.2. The floor brush of claim 1 , wherein the brush block has an area greater than about 32 claim 1 ,258 square millimeters.3. The floor brush of claim 1 , wherein the brush block has a maximum thickness of about 25 millimeters.4. The floor brush of claim 1 , wherein the floor brush has a maximum weight of about 2.27 kg.5. The floor brush of claim 1 , wherein the bristle side further includes at least one bristleless region located interior of the periphery of the block claim 1 , the bristleless region having no bristle tufts.6. The floor brush of claim 1 , wherein the first set of ...

Yarn Monitoring Method

The invention relates to a method for monitoring the quality of a yarn on a textile machine, wherein the yarn passes a monitoring unit of the textile machine, with the aid of which at least one measured variable (M) which is dependent on a physical parameter of the yarn is determined, and wherein the measured variable (M), or a variable derived therefrom, is evaluated with respect to the position thereof with regard to at least one reference value (R). According to the invention, it is proposed that the selection of the reference value(s) (R) takes place taking into account one or more characteristic variables of the yarn, said characteristic variables being yarn-specific and defined prior to evaluating the measured variable (M). Furthermore, a textile machine is proposed which comprises at least one monitoring unit for monitoring at least one physical parameter of the yarn, and at least one controller which is operatively connected to the monitoring unit. The textile machine is characterized in that the controller is configured to monitor the yarn quality according to one or more of the preceding claims. 1. Method for monitoring the quality of a yarn on a textile machine , wherein the yarn passes through a monitoring unit of the textile machine with whose assistance at least one measured variable (M) that depends on a physical parameter of the yarn is determined and wherein the measured variable (M) or a variable derived from it is evaluated with regard to its position regarding at least one reference value (R) , characterized in that the reference value(s) (R) is/are selected taking one or several yarn-specific characteristic variables of the yarn into account before evaluating the defined measured variable (M).214-. (canceled) This invention refers to a method for monitoring the quality of a yarn on a textile machine, wherein the yarn passes through a monitoring unit of the textile machine with whose assistance at least one measured variable that depends on a ...

Oral Care Implement

An oral care implement () includes an elastomeric component and a method of forming the same. In one embodiment, the oral care implement () includes a handle () and a head (). The elastomeric component is positioned on at least one of the handle () and the head (). The elasto-meric component includes a body, a plurality of the first particles (), and a plurality of the second particles (). The body comprises a transparent or translucent elastomeric material. The pluralities of first and second particles are embedded in the body of the elastomeric component. The plurality of first particles () includes a first color and the plurality of second particles () includes a second color. The elastomeric component may form a tissue cleanser () on a rear surface of the head, an elastomeric tooth cleaning element () on a front surface of the head, and/or a grip () on the handle (). 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle;a head coupled to the handle, the head having a front surface and an opposing rear surface;an elastomeric component positioned on at least one of the handle and the head, the elastomeric component comprising a body, a plurality of first particles embedded in the body, and a plurality of second particles embedded in the body;wherein the body comprises a transparent or translucent elastomeric material; andwherein the plurality of first particles comprise a first color and the plurality of second particles comprise a second color, the first color being different than the second color.2. The oral care implement according to wherein the elastomeric component forms a tissue cleanser positioned on the rear surface of the head claim 1 , the tissue cleanser comprising an exposed surface with a plurality of protuberances extending therefrom.3. The oral care implement according to further comprising a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending from the front surface of the head claim 1 , the plurality of tooth cleaning elements including at least one bristle ...

WIRE CORE BRUSH WITH TWISTED FILM

A wire core brush, preferably in the form of a cosmetic or mascara applicator, having bristle-forming elements held between at least two wires that are twisted together, forming bristles arranged essentially along at least one helix, between which a helical open space is provided, characterized in that the helical open space is partially filled by a film strip, which wraps around circumference surface shared by the wires that are twisted together. 1. A wire core brush in the form of a cosmetic or mascara applicator , comprising:a plurality of bristle-forming elements held between at least two wires that are twisted together, forming bristles, wherein the wire core brush has been manufactured so that before twisting, the plurality of bristle-forming elements and a flat piece of film have been inserted between the at least two wires, after which the wires have been twisted together without first removing the piece of film.2. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the film and the bristle set are inserted together between the not yet twisted wires claim 1 , and the bristles rest on the film.3. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of bristle-forming elements held between the at least two wires are twisted together claim 1 , forming bristles arranged essentially along at least one helix claim 1 , between which a helical open space is provided and the helical open space is partially filled by a film strip claim 1 , which wraps around a circumference surface shared by the wires that are twisted together.4. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the film is a film with a thickness of 0.008 mm to 0.08 mm and ideally with a thickness of 0.01 mm to 0.04 mm.5. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the film is a transparent or opaque film.6. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the film is a film that shrinks when subjected to heat.7. The wire core brush according to claim 1 , wherein the film is a ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL-CARE IMPLEMENT AND A KIT COMPRISING SUCH HEAD

A head for an oral-care implement, having an elongated mounting surface with an outer circumference, includes two outer rows of tufts extending from the mounting surface along the longitudinal axis in proximity to the outer circumference, and two inner rows of tufts extending from the mounting surface and arranged between and parallel to the outer rows. The tufts of the outer rows have a longitudinal extension and an elongated cross-sectional area perpendicular thereto. The elongated cross-sectional area has a longer axis and a shorter axis, wherein the longer axis defines an angle α of about 20-65 degrees relative to the longitudinal axis. The tufts of the outer rows are inclined relative to the mounting surface by an inclination angle (β) of about 65-80 degrees. The tufts of the inner rows are inclined relative to the mounting surface by an inclination angle (γ) of about 60-85 degrees. 11410142628302212242214. A head () for an oral-care implement () , the head () comprising an elongated mounting surface () having an outer circumference () , a longitudinal axis () extending between a proximal end () structured and configured to be removably attached to a handle () , and a distal end () opposite to the proximal end () , the head () comprising:{'b': 32', '34', '26', '30', '28, 'two outer rows of tufts (, ) extending from the mounting surface () along the longitudinal axis () in proximity to the outer circumference (), and'}{'b': 36', '38', '26', '32', '34, 'two inner rows of tufts (, ) extending from the mounting surface () and arranged between and substantially parallel to the outer rows (, ), wherein'}{'b': 32', '34', '44', '46', '44', '46', '48', '50, 'the tufts of the outer rows (, ) have a longitudinal extension () and an elongated cross-sectional area () extending substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal extension (), the elongated cross-sectional area () having a longer axis () and a shorter axis (), wherein'}{'b': 48', '30', '14, 'the longer axis () ...

TONGUE BRUSH HAVING BRISTLES EMANATING FROM ONE SURFACE AND A TONGUE SCRAPER EMANATING FROM AN OPPOSING SURFACE

A tongue brush includes bristles that emanate from a front surface of the head of the tongue brush and a tongue scraper that emanates from the opposing rear surface of the head of the tongue brush. These bristles can include tongue brush bristles as well as tufted bristles. The tongue brush bristles may be arranged in a first region of the front surface separately from the tufted bristles. The tongue scraper can extend in an opposite direction and from an opposing surface from the bristles. 1. A tongue brush comprising:a head having a proximal end, a distal end, a front surface and a rear surface opposite the front surface, the front surface having a length and a width;a region of tongue brush bristles that emanate from the front surface;a row of tufted bristles that also emanate from the front surface, the tufted bristles being arranged in a row that spans the width of the front surface along the distal end of the head, wherein the region of tongue brush bristles is positioned proximal to but adjacent the row of tufted bristles, the region of tongue brush bristles spanning the width of the front surface and spanning the length of the front surface between the row of tufted bristles and the proximal end of the head; anda tongue scraper that emanates from the rear surface.2. The tongue brush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue scraper and the head are formed of the same material.3. The tongue brush of claim 2 , wherein the tongue scraper and the head are formed of polypropylene.4. The tongue brush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue brush bristles are formed of a first plastic material and the tongue scraper and the head are formed of a second plastic material different from the first plastic material.5. The tongue brush of claim 4 , wherein the first plastic material is polyethylene and the second plastic material is polypropylene.6. The tongue brush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue scraper is formed at the distal end of the head.7. The tongue brush of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Toothbrush having interdental brush

Disclosed is a toothbrush and a toothbrush having interdental brush. There is provided the configuration of the toothbrush in which toothbrush bristles are aligned in two lines without the bristles in the middle of toothbrush head, and interdental brush bristles are also provided, so that toothbrush bristles can be deeply fit into and touched to every teeth and interdental portions without needs of applying excessive power or pressure during toothbrushing, thereby to prevent damages on teeth and gums, easily remove food particles and plagues remained on the toothbrush, and prevent the secondary bacteria diseases due to fast dry of the toothbrush.

BRUSH FOR APPLYING A COSMETIC PRODUCT TO THE EYELASHES AND/OR EYEBROWS, COMPRISING CUTOUTS

The present invention relates to a brush () for applying a product (P) to the eyelashes and/or eyebrows, comprising: a core () that extends along a longitudinal axis X, and bristles () that extend from the core () along a portion of length L, the ends of the bristles () defining an envelope surface, the envelope surface having at least one longitudinally extending cutout, the cutout having: a length Lwhere L≥L/2, a width w, measured at the bottom of the cutout, that is constant along at least a portion of its length L, and a distance d from the longitudinal axis X that varies along its length L. 2. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the cutout has claim 1 , in cross section claim 1 , a flat bottom or a bottom that is convex towards the outside.3. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the bottom of the cutout has claim 1 , in longitudinal section claim 1 , a profile that is concave towards the outside.4. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the flanks of the cutout diverge towards the outside.5. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the distance d from the longitudinal axis varies continuously along its length L.6. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the distance d of the cutout from the longitudinal axis forms a curve that does not have any angular points.7. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the length Lof the cutout is such that L≥2/3L.8. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the width w of the cutout can be constant along a length lgreater than or equal to 10% of L.9. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio w/W is between 0.9 and 0.4 claim 1 , W being the width of the cutout measured at the surface of the cutout.10. The brush according to claim 1 , wherein the envelope surface S has a plurality of cutouts.11. The brush according to claim 10 , wherein the cutouts are distributed evenly around the core.12. The brush according to claim 11 , wherein the ratio w/D is between 0.4 and 0.1 claim 11 , D being the diameter of the ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement has an outer rim and an inner portion. The head comprises at least one tuft of filaments of a first type and at least one tuft of filaments of a second type. The at least one tuft of the first type is arranged at the inner portion of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially circular cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The at least one tuft of the second type is arranged at the outer rim of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner. The at least one tuft of filaments of the second type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising: the head having an outer rim and an inner portion , the head comprising at least one tuft of filaments of a first type and at least one tuft of filaments of a second type ,the at least one tuft of the first type being arranged at the inner portion of the head, and comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially circular cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, andthe at least one tuft of the second type being arranged at the outer rim of the head, and comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement comprises at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type has a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm longer than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type is a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments. Each filament has a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The cross-shaped cross-sectional area has four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner. The at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%, preferably from about 45% to about 50%. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising: the head comprising at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type ,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type having a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm longer than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type being a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner, whereinthe at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%.2. The head ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement comprises at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type has a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm shorter than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type is a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The cross-shaped cross-sectional area has four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner. The at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%, preferably from about 45% to about 50%. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising: the head comprising at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type ,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type having a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm shorter than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type being a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner, whereinthe at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55 ...

SWEPT BRUSH ASSEMBLY

The exemplary embodiments provide a device for cleaning a drinking glass having interior and exterior surfaces where the device includes a body having a top and bottom. The device preferably includes an elongate member which contains a first portion that contacts the interior surfaces of the glass while a second portion contacts the exterior surfaces of the glass. The elongate member preferably has a plurality of bristles extending therefrom. In some embodiments, the elongate member is similar to a pipe cleaner. 1. A device for cleaning a drinking glass having interior and exterior surfaces , the device comprising:a body having a top portion and bottom portion; andan elongate member extending from the top portion and travelling downwardly towards the bottom portion of the body, turning near the bottom portion of the body and travelling upwardly, turning again near the top portion of the body and travelling downwardly, turning again near the bottom portion of the body and travelling upwardly, and finally attaching to the top portion of the body.2. The device of further comprising:threads placed near the bottom portion of the body.3. The device of further comprising:a static base having a female threaded hole which accepts the threads on the body.4. The device of further comprising:a handle attached near the bottom portion of the body.5. The device of wherein:the elongate member is a wire.6. The device of wherein:the elongate member is a pipe cleaner.7. The device of wherein:the elongate member is a pair of wires formed into a helix.8. The device of further comprising:a plurality of bristles extending from the elongate member.9. The device of wherein:the elongate member contacts both the interior surfaces and exterior surfaces of a glass when the body is inserted into the glass.10. A device for cleaning a drinking glass having interior and exterior surfaces claim 1 , the device comprising:a body having a top portion and bottom portion and a central axis; and an ...

Method for accurately testing yarn hairiness through stretching one-directionally

A method for accurately testing yarn hairiness through stretching one-directionally, belonging to a technical field of textile testing, is provided. A suction pipe is provided on an external side of a laser and connected with an exhausting fan through a sleeve connector and a hose. An air inlet of the suction pipe generates a negative pressure under an effect of the exhausting fan to laterally suck the yarn running at a tension state among the laser, a projection receiver and the suction pipe. The hairiness on a yarn surface stretches straight one-directionally towards an airflow direction at a height of a center of the air inlet of the suction pipe. The one-directional straight stretched hairiness on the yarn surface is accurately projected to the projection receiver of a testing head at an equal length for accurately testing a hair amount and a hair length. 1. A method for accurately testing yarn hairiness through stretching one-directionally , comprising steps of:unwinding off a yarn from a bobbin yarn package which is provided on a supporter;passing the yarn successively through a tension yarn guiding device, a brushing wheel, a first yarn guiding wheel and a second yarn guiding wheel which are provided on a pre-operation platform of a hairiness tester;entering a hairiness testing area by the yarn, wherein the hairiness testing area comprises a testing head, a laser, a third yarn guiding wheel and a fourth yarn guiding wheel, wherein: the laser is provided between the third yarn guiding wheel and the fourth yarn guiding wheel; and a projection receiver of the testing head corresponds to the laser;passing the yarn which enters the hairiness testing area through the third yarn guiding wheel, and then passing the yarn, at a tension state, through a central position between the laser and the projection receiver;moving the yarn out of the hairiness testing area via the fourth yarn guiding wheel;after moving out of the hairiness testing area, passing the yarn ...

HAIRBRUSH

In a hairbrush including a brush body having bristles twisted and fixed to a twisted wire and a porous cylindrical body having holes at a uniform interval and coupled to the brush body such that the bristles of the brush body are elastically exposed to the outside of the porous cylindrical body by a predetermined length, the porous cylindrical body is formed by curving a mesh plate in the shape of a roll and fixing the both side ends of the mesh plate to each other, and the bristles of the brush body are elastically exposed through the mesh holes of the porous cylindrical body. 1. A hairbrush , in which a brush body has bristles which are twisted and fixed to a twisted wire and a porous cylindrical body with holes penetrated at a uniform interval that is coupled to the brush body such that the bristles of the brush body are elastically exposed to the outside of the porous cylindrical body by a predetermined length , characterized in that:the porous cylindrical body is formed by curving a mesh plate in the shape of a roll, which has mesh holes penetrated at a uniform interval, and fixing the both side ends of the mesh plate to each other; andthe brush body has the bristles which are elastically exposed through the mesh holes of the porous cylindrical body.2. The hairbrush of claim 1 , wherein the porous cylindrical body is made of aluminum alloy.3. The hairbrush of claim 1 , wherein the porous cylindrical body is made of copper alloy.4. The hairbrush of claim 1 , wherein the both side ends of the mesh plate is fixed by welding.5. A hairbrush claim 1 , in which a porous cylindrical body which forms the hairbrush is formed by curving a plane plate claim 1 , which is punched in a standard pattern claim 1 , in the shape of a roll and fixing the both side ends thereof to each other such that the bristles of the hairbrush are exposed through the punched holes of the porous cylindrical body and maintained with elasticity claim 1 , characterized in that:the porous ...

MEASURING METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE MOISTURE CONTENT, THE LENGTH AND/OR AT LEAST ONE DYNAMOMETRIC CHARACTERISTIC OF TEXTILE FIBERS, IN PARTICULAR COTTON FIBERS

The present invention relates to a method for measuring the moisture content, the length and at least one dynamometric characteristic of textile fibers, in particular, cotton fibers, comprising the steps of: pressing a layer of textile fibers between a pair of plates parallel to one another, withdrawing a line of textile fibers from said layer thus pressed and making the textile fibers of said line substantially coplanar and parallel to one another, bringing said line of textile fibers to a measuring area at which at least to perform one measuring step selected from measuring the length and at least one dynamometric characteristic of the textile fibers forming the line, moving the textile fibers of the line of textile fibers away from the measuring area after having performed the at least one measuring step and 1) Method for measuring the moisture content , the length and at least one dynamometric characteristic of textile fibers , in particular cotton fibers , comprising the steps of:a) pressing a layer of textile fibers between a pair of plates parallel to one another;b) withdrawing a line of textile fibers from said layer thus pressed and making the textile fibers of said line substantially coplanar and parallel to one another;c) bringing said line of textile fibers to a measuring area at which at least to perform one measuring step selected fromd1) measuring the length of the textile fibers of said line of textile fibers, andd2) measuring at least one dynamometric characteristic selected from the group comprising tensile strength and tensile elongation of the textile fibers of said line of textile fibers;e) moving the textile fibers of said line of textile fibers away from the measuring area after having performed the at least one measuring step d1) and d2); andf) measuring the moisture content of the textile fibers forming said layer and/or forming said line of textile fibers by means of microwave sensors for measuring moisture, wherein said step f) of ...

MEASURING DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE FINENESS AND MATURITY OF COTTON FIBERS

The present invention refers to a measuring device () for measuring the fineness and maturity of cotton fibers, such a measuring device () comprises a measuring chamber (CM) into which a sample of cotton fibers can be inserted, the measuring chamber (CM) comprises a first base and a second base that are opposite each other and that can be crossed by an air flow entering the measuring chamber (CM) through the first base and exiting from the measuring chamber (CM) through the second base, a supply conduit () having an inlet end associable with an air flow source and an outlet end associated with the first base of the measuring chamber, a flow regulator () arranged along the supply conduit () between its inlet and outlet ends, a first pressure sensor () for detecting the air pressure that is arranged along the supply conduit () upstream of the flow regulator (), a second pressure sensor () for detecting the air pressure that is arranged along the supply conduit () downstream of the flow regulator () and upstream of the first base of the measuring chamber (CM), an electronic proportional pressure regulator () arranged along the supply conduit upstream of the first pressure sensor () for regulating the air pressure in the supply conduit (), and an electronic processing and control unit () associated with the first sensor (), with the second sensor () and with the electronic proportional pressure regulator () and that is programmed to control the electronic proportional pressure regulator () as a function of the detections of the first sensor () and of the second sensor () or of the second sensor () alternatively and respectively to keep the difference between the air pressure upstream and downstream of the flow regulator () or the air pressure entering the measuring chamber (CM) substantially constant and equal to a predeterminable value. 1600) Measuring device () for measuring the fineness and maturity of cotton fibers comprising:a measuring chamber (CM) into which a ...

Method of Adjustment of a Workstation and a Yarn Clearer (yarn quality sensor) on a Yarn Manufacturing Textile Machine

A method of adjustment of a workstation and a yarn clearer (yarn quality sensor ()) at a workstation of a textile machine, in which measurement and/or calculation creates a reference value (P) of a particular parameter of yarn (), to which the current value (P) of the particular parameter measured is compared during the continuous production of yarn. The reference value of the particular yarn parameter is determined as the reference value of (P) of the particular yarn parameter of deliberately defective yarn () intentionally produced at the particular workstation and subsequently it is compared to the current and/or reference value (P, P, P, P) of the particular parameter of yarn () produced at the particular workstation with production quality or higher than production quality. 111. A method of adjustment of a workstation and a yarn clearer (yarn quality sensor) at a workstation of a textile machine , in which a reference value of a particular yarn parameter is created by measurement and/or calculation , whereby to the reference value of the particular yarn parameter is compared the current value of the yarn parameter measured during the continuous production of yarn , characterized in that the reference value of the particular yarn parameter is determined as the reference value of (P) of the particular yarn parameter of deliberately defective yarn () intentionally produced at the particular workstation and subsequently it is compared to the current or reference value (P , P , P , P) of the particular yarn parameter of yarn () of production quality or higher than production quality , produced at the particular workstation.28-. (canceled) The invention relates to a method of adjustment of a workstation and a yarn clearer (a yarn quality sensor) at a workstation of a textile machine, in which measurement and/or calculation creates a reference value of a particular yarn parameter, to which the current value of the particular parameter measured during continuous yarn ...

METHOD FOR MOLDING SHAPE OF BRISTLES OF MASCARA BRUSH FOR EYELASHES, MOLD USED IN THE METHOD, AND MASCARA BRUSH MOLDED BY THE METHOD

A mascara brush for eyelash makeup includes two strands of iron cores and brush bristles having dorsal portions, which are formed by nylon bristles put on the iron cores and twisted spirally several times so as to be formed radially on the basis of the iron cores, the brush bristles having the dorsal portions having the same length on the basis of the iron cores. 1. A mascara brush for eyelash makeup comprising:two strands of iron cores; andbrush bristles having dorsal portions, which are formed by nylon bristles put on the iron cores and twisted spirally several times so as to be formed radially on the basis of the iron cores, the brush bristles having the dorsal portions having the same length on the basis of the iron cores.2. The mascara brush according to claim 1 , wherein the dorsal portions comprise applying dorsal portions and arranging dorsal portions with lower density than the applying dorsal portions.3. A mascara brush molded by a process comprising:preparing a mascara by putting nylon bristles constituting brush bristles on two strands of iron cores and twisting them spirally several times so as to spread in all directions on the basis of the iron cores so that the brush bristles have a circular section;seating the brush bristles of the prepared mascara in a dorsal portion molding hole of a mold;putting the mold, in which the brush bristles are seated, into a molding furnace and heating the molding furnace so that the brush bristles of the mascara made of nylon are thermally transformed into a form corresponding to the dorsal portion molding hole of the mold to thereby mold dorsal portions;drawing out the mold and extracting the mascara brush having the dorsal portions by being thermally transformed in correspondence with the dorsal portion molding hole after the mold is heated and the brush bristles having the dorsal portions are completely molded; anddrying the mascara extracted from the dorsal portion molding hole of the mold at room temperature so as ...

BRUSH MANUFACTURING METHOD AND BRUSH

A plurality of bristle and core wire combination bodies each comprising a bristle of resilient wire formed into the shape of coil and a core wire of metal passed through the loops of the bristle are formed. The same number of other core wires of metal as the combination bodies are prepared. A core wire assembly is formed by twisting alternately the core wires of said combination bodies and the other core wires. A twisted wire body is formed by twisting the core wire assembly continuously in the longitudinal direction, in which a large number of loops of the bristles are arranged in a spiral shape in the longitudinal direction along the twist of the core wires. A plurality of rows of spiral brush bristles are formed by cutting the loops of the bristles of the twisted wire body. 1. A method for manufacturing a brush having a plurality of rows of brush bristles arranged , between a plurality of metal core wires twisted continuously in the longitudinal direction , in spiral along the twist of the core wires , characterized in comprising the steps offorming a plurality of bristle and core wire combination bodies each comprising a bristle of resilient wire formed into the shape of coil and a core wire of metal passed through the loops of the bristle;preparing the same number of other core wires of metal as said combination bodies;forming a core wire assembly by approaching the core wires of said combination bodies and said other core wires and placing in the direction of rotation of twisting alternately to thereby isolate the bristles between different combination bodies by the other core wires; andtwisting said core wire assembly continuously in the longitudinal direction, to thereby form a brush having a plurality of rows of loop-shaped brush bristles arranged in spiral.2. The method for manufacturing a brush according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'cutting the formed loops of said bristles after entire ...

TOOTHBRUSH HAVING TUFTED BRISTLES AND TONGUE BRUSH BRISTLES EMANATING FROM THE SAME SURFACE

A toothbrush can include tufted bristles and tongue brush bristles that emanate from the same surface of the head. The tufted bristles can function primarily to clean the teeth whereas the tongue brush bristles can function primarily to clean the surface of the tongue. The tongue brush bristles can also insert between teeth and along the gum line when the toothbrush is used to brush the teeth thereby enhancing the toothbrush's effectiveness for removing bacteria, food particles, and/or soft plaque from the teeth. 1. A toothbrush comprising:a head having a proximal end, a distal end, and a top surface;tufted bristles that emanate from the top surface; andtongue brush bristles that emanate from the top surface.2. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue brush bristles each have a base that is coupled to the top surface and a tip opposite the base claim 1 , the tip forming a point.3. The toothbrush of claim 2 , wherein the tongue brush bristles are tapered from the base to the tip.4. The toothbrush of claim 2 , wherein the tongue brush bristles are formed of a plastic material.5. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles surround the tongue brush bristles.6. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue brush bristles surround the tufted bristles.7. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles are positioned in an interior of the top surface and the tongue brush bristles extend along a periphery of the top surface outside the tufted bristles.8. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue brush bristles are positioned in an interior of the top surface and the tufted bristles extend along a periphery of the top surface outside the tongue brush bristles.9. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles comprise a section of tufted bristles positioned in a middle portion of the top surface and the tongue brush bristles comprise a distal section and a proximal section that are positioned on distal and proximal sides of the section ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement comprises at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type has a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm longer than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis. The at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type is a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments. Each filament has a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The cross-shaped cross-sectional area has four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner. The at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%, preferably from about 45% to about 50%. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising: the head comprising at least one tooth cleaning element of a first type and at least one tooth cleaning element of a second type ,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type having a length extension along a longitudinal axis being about 1 mm to about 2 mm longer than the length extension of the at least one tooth cleaning element of the second type along its longitudinal axis,the at least one tooth cleaning element of the first type being a tuft of a first type comprising a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner, whereinthe at least one tuft of the first type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%.2. The head ...

MASCARA BRUSH

Brush for applying a product, in particular a cosmetic product, to the eyelashes or eyebrows, comprising: —a core () extending along a longitudinal axis and comprising two branches that are twisted together, —bristles clamped between the branches of the core (), the free end of the bristles defining an envelope surface (S), the envelope surface (S) having at least two ribs delimited by notches () formed by two longitudinally extending flanks, the two flanks of at least one notch comprising flat portions. 118-. (canceled)19. A brush for applying a cosmetic product to the eyelashes or eyebrows , comprising:a core extending along a longitudinal axis and comprising two branches that are twisted together; andbristles clamped between the branches of the core, the free end of the bristles defining an envelope surface, the envelope surface having at least two ribs delimited by notches formed by two longitudinally extending flanks, the two flanks of at least one notch comprising flat portions, the brush having, in cross section, a shape of a cross with four branches, the branches being formed by the ribs.20. The brush according to claim 19 , comprising four notches claim 19 , the flanks of at least one notch forming between them an angle of between 70° and 110°.21. The brush according to claim 19 , comprising four notches claim 19 , the flanks of at least one notch forming between them an angle of between 80° to 100°.22. The brush according to claim 19 , comprising four notches claim 19 , the flanks of at least one notch forming between them substantially a right angle.23. The brush according to claim 19 , at least one notch having substantially a dihedral shape.24. The brush according to claim 19 , in which a ridge of at least one notch at the intersection between two flanks of the notch is situated at a non-zero distance from the core.25. The brush according to claim 24 , the distance being between 0.2 and 2.5 mm.26. The brush according to claim 19 , having in cross ...

FABRIC WITH CONTAMINANT RESISTANT NANOPARTICLE COATING AND METHOD OF IN SITU APPLICATION

A fabric is treated by applying a nanoparticle type coating to improve their resistance to contamination by foreign matter. The coating is applied during fabric manufacture and cured during heat setting. Alternatively, the coating applied or renewed by utilizing an existing shower or locating a spray boom or other suitable coating application device to apply the coating to the fabric in a controlled, uniform manner. Prior to application of the coating, the fabric is first thoroughly cleaned such as by showering or spraying, and then dried. Following controlled application of the coating, any excess material is removed by a suitable means, such as by vacuum, and the remaining coating on the fabric is then cured, either by utilizing the ambient heat of the equipment or by a portable bank of heaters. In this manner, the fabric does not have to be removed from the machine in order to apply or renew the contaminant resistant coating. 1. An industrial textile fabric , comprising:a mesh having first and second surfaces;at least one of a hydrophobic or oleophobic nanoparticle containing contaminant resistant coating bonded to at least one of the surfaces of the fabric,the nanoparticle containing contaminant resistant coating consists essentially of: water as a base and(a) an adhesion promoter,(b) a nanoparticulate material comprised of organic nanoparticles, and(c) a fluorocarbon polymer; andthe at least one surface of the fabric exhibits a Relative Contamination Resistance ratio which is determined by measuring a peel force required to remove a tape from a sample and an uncoated fabric control and then forming a ratio of those values, in a range from 3 to 14.2. The industrial textile fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesion promoter is an organo-functional adhesion promoter having a functional group which consists of:a) a vinyl group,b) a methacrylate group,c) an epoxy group,d) an amino group, ore) a mercapto group.3. The industrial textile fabric according to ...

Rotary Brush and Rotary Brush Wire Configurations

A rotary wire brush, such as a wheel brush, e.g., double-stringer or dually brush, cup brush, bevel brush, or knotted end brush, composed of knotted brush wire tufts of multistrand construction each having at least a plurality of brush wire strands, preferably at least a plurality of pairs of, i.e., at least three, strands each formed of at least a plurality, preferably at least a plurality of pairs of, i.e., at least three, wires. The wires forming strands are twisted, braided, or twisted and braided, and the strands that form tufts are twisted, braided, or twisted and braided. A preferred brush employs a center disc, e.g., hub, with radially offset tuft anchor holes, which can have different sizes, from which twist knot tufts, which also can have different sizes, can outwardly extend from the disc different distances by being configured with an offset trim preferably having different trim lengths 1. A rotary brush comprised of at least a plurality of pairs of elongate brush wire tufts , each one of the brush wire tufts comprised of one of a plurality of wires and strands.2. The rotary brush of claim 1 , wherein each brush wire tuft is comprised of a plurality of strands twisted together substantially the length of each brush wire tuft claim 1 , with each one of the strands comprised of at least a plurality of elongate wires twisted substantially the length of each strand.3. The rotary brush of claim 2 , wherein each brush wire tuft is formed with at least a plurality of pairs of twists claim 2 , and each strand of each one of the brush wire tufts is formed with at least a plurality of pairs of twists.4. The rotary brush of claim 3 , wherein the strands of each brush wire tuft are twisted into a cable knot brush wire tuft configuration.5. The rotary brush of claim 4 , further comprising:(a) a central hub with at least a plurality of pairs of brush wire tuft mounting openings spaced (i) radially from a central axis of rotation of the brush, and (ii) ...

COSMETIC BRUSH AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

Provided is a cosmetic brush having bristles that easily go between thin eyelashes and easily catch eyelashes when rolling up, and a manufacturing method of the same. A cosmetic brush includes an applying portion formed into a substantially columnar shape as a whole in which bristles are spread radially from a core wire portion evenly in a circumferential direction of the core wire portion and continued in a helicoidal fashion in an axial direction of the core wire portion, and tip ends of the bristles are uniformly bent at substantially the same angle forward or rearward in the axial direction of the core wire portion, and tapered toward tip ends. 16-. (canceled)7. A manufacturing method of a cosmetic brush , comprising:a forming step of forming a cosmetic brush before main machining including a straight core wire portion formed of a pair of core wires and a substantially columnar applying portion having bristles spread radially from twisted portions of the core wires and continued in a helicoidal fashion by pinching a number of bristles with predetermined lengths arranged in parallel in the form of a belt by the pair of metal core wires and helically twisting the core wires;a trimming step of forming an external shape of the applying portion by trimming tip ends of the bristles constituting the applying portion; anda grinding step of machining tip end portions of the bristles constituting the applying portion into predetermined shapes by grinding the tip end portions, whereinin the grinding step,the cosmetic brush before main machining is held on a flat grinding surface of a disk-shaped grind stone so that the core wire portion of the cosmetic brush before main machining is orthogonal to a radial direction of the grind stone, andwhile the cosmetic brush before main machining is rotated around its central axis, a side surface of the applying portion of the cosmetic brush before main machining is relatively pressed against a grinding surface of the rotating disk- ...

Detangling massage brush

A massage brush includes a bristle base; a plurality of massage bristles formed on the bristle base for massaging scalp; and a plurality of detangling bristles formed on the bristle base for detangling hair. The detangling bristles are thinner than the massage bristles at the bristle base, and having a diameter ranged between 0.4 mm and 1.8 mm. For example, the detangling bristles include a first group of detangling bristles having a diameter ranged between 0.8 mm and 1.8 mm and/or a second group of detangling bristles having a diameter ranged between 0.4 mm and 1 mm.

TOOTHBRUSH HEAD FOR IMPROVED PLAQUE REMOVAL

The invention is directed to an improved toothbrush head designed to efficiently remove biofilm from dental surfaces. Advantageously, the improved toothbrush head is designed to be effective against the development of both caries and periodontal disease. The improved toothbrush head is designed so that at least one side bristle on each lateral side of the toothbrush head (for preventing caries) and at least one center bristle from the toothbrush head (for preventing periodontal disease) are removed or reduced in length relative to the other bristles of the toothbrush head. 1. A toothbrush head , being connected to or connectable to a toothbrush grip handle , the toothbrush head comprising:a face having longitudinal and lateral axes; anda plurality composed of a first, a second and a third type of tufts of bristles extending perpendicular to the face and each having a length; the first type of tufts of bristles is located close to a lateral side of the face along the lateral axis;', 'the second type of tufts of bristles is located close to a center of the face along the longitudinal axis;', 'the third type of tufts of bristles is located in areas of the face not comprising the first or second types of tufts of bristles; and', 'the first and second types of tufts of bristles have shorter lengths than the lengths of the third type of the tufts of bristles., 'wherein2. The toothbrush head of claim 1 , the third type of tufts of bristles encircling the second type of tufts of bristles.3. The toothbrush head of claim 1 , the length of the third type of tufts of bristles being at least 1.0 cm.4. The toothbrush head of claim 1 , the first type of tufts of bristles having a shorter length than the second type of tufts of bristles.5. The toothbrush head of claim 1 , the bristles of the first type of tufts of bristles having a width between 3.2 mm and 3.5 mm.6. The toothbrush head of claim 1 , the bristles of the second type of tufts of bristles having a width between 3.2 mm ...

Fiber Blend Identification and Ratio Measurement

An instrument for identifying at least one of fiber blend composition and fiber blend ratio in an input material moved by a third set of fiber movements. A second spectral radiation source directs radiation toward the input material. A second spectral sensor receives portions of the second radiation that pass through the input material. A third spectral sensor receives portions of the second radiation that reflect off of the input material. A controller processes the signals from at least one of the second spectral sensor and the third spectral sensor to determine at least one of the fiber blend composition and the fiber blend ratio in the input material. The controller also sends control signals to the second electromagnetic radiation source and the third set of fiber movements. 1. A measurement instrument for identifying at least one of fiber blend composition and fiber blend ratio in an input material comprising fibers , the measurement instrument comprising: i. a third set of fiber movements for drawing the input material through the sample sensing module at a second speed,', 'ii. a second electromagnetic radiation source disposed on an adjacent side of the input material for directing a second beam of electromagnetic radiation toward the input material at a second location within the sample sensing module, the second beam of electromagnetic radiation containing at least two clearly distinct wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum,', 'iii. at least one of a second electromagnetic radiation sensor disposed on an opposite side of the input material opposite the second electromagnetic radiation source such that the second electromagnetic radiation sensor can receive second transmitted portions of the second beam of electromagnetic radiation that pass through the input material, and a third electromagnetic radiation sensor disposed on a same side of the input material as the second electromagnetic radiation source such that the third electromagnetic radiation ...

BRUSH FOR COSMETICS

A cosmetic brush () is formed so that a number of bristles () sandwiched between deformed core wires () each having a non-circular cross section, and the bristles () are split into two parts with respect to a brush portion axial direction (P) and extend from twisted portions () of the deformed core wires () of a brush portion () formed by twisting the deformed core wires () together. Accordingly, the cosmetic brush () can be obtained which can retain an appropriate amount of a cosmetic liquid () and does not need any extra members, and is provided with gaps () of the bristles () in the brush portion axial direction (P). 1. A cosmetic brush comprising:a brush portion formed of deformed core wires each having a non-circular cross section, the deformed core wires twisted to hold therebetween a plurality of bristles, wherein the bristles extend from twisted portions of the deformed core wires and split into two parts with respect to the brush portion axial direction.2. The cosmetic brush according to claim 1 , wherein the brush portion has the twisted portions adjacent to each other in the brush portion axial direction claim 1 , and bristles extending from the twisted portion toward another neighboring twisted portion are in contact with bristles extending from the another twisted portion toward the one twisted portion.3. The cosmetic brush according to claim 1 , wherein a pitch of the twisted portions of the deformed core wires is formed wider in comparison with a pitch of twisted portions of core wires of which each cross section has a circular shape having the same wire diameter or the same cross-sectional area of the deformed core wires.4. The cosmetic brush according to claim 2 , wherein a pitch of the twisted portions of the deformed core wires is formed wider in comparison with a pitch of twisted portions of core wires of which each cross section has a circular shape having the same wire diameter or the same cross-sectional area of the deformed core wires. The ...

Hair Removal Device

The Hair Removal Device may be a wall mounted assembly of a base attached to a wall. The base having a plurality of holes extending from a top to a bottom. A cluster of tentacles mounted on a bristle ball body. The body having a suction cup on a stem, the suction cup spaced from the tentacles. The base disposed between the suction cup and the tentacles. The bristle ball having a plurality of tentacles extending radially from the bristle ball. The bristles formed of a flexible, resilient material. The each one of the plurality of holes filled with a stem holding the suction cup on the base and the tentacles spaced from the base. 1. A hair removal device comprising:a bristle plate, the bristle plate comprising a bristle plate top and a bristle plate bottom;a first bristle cluster and a second bristle cluster, each bristle cluster comprising a bristle ball body, and a plurality of tentacles, each bristle ball body attached to the bristle plate, a first portion of the plurality of tentacles extending radially from the body at a first angle, a second portion of the plurality of tentacles extending radially from the body at a second angle; the first angle different from the second angle, each of the plurality of tentacles spaced from the bristle plate;a plurality of suction cups, the plurality of suction cups attached to the bristle plate; anda first finger row disposed on the body top, the finger row between the first bristle ball body and the second bristle ball body.2. The hair removal device of claim 1 , each of the first and second bristle clusters further comprising a stem claim 1 , each stem comprising a first stem end and a second stem end claim 1 , each first stem end on the respective bristle ball body claim 1 , one of the plurality of suction cups on the second stem end claim 1 , the bristle plate further comprising a plurality of bristle holes claim 1 , each one of the plurality of bristle holes extending from the bristle plate top to the bristle plate bottom ...

TOOTHBRUSH

A toothbrush includes a handle and a head connected to an end of the handle. The head has a surface. A plurality of bristles are mounted on the head so the bristles extend from the surface on only one side of the head. The plurality of bristles are arranged in a plurality of sets including first, second, and third sets. The bristles of each of the first, second, and third sets are substantially parallel to other bristles in the same respective set. The bristles in the first and third sets are oriented to angle outwardly from the bristles in the second set as they extend away from the surface. 1. A toothbrush comprising:a handle;a head connected to an end of the handle, the head having a surface; anda plurality of bristles mounted on the head so the bristles extend from the surface on only one side of the head,wherein the plurality of bristles are arranged in a plurality of sets comprising first, second, and third sets, the bristles of each of the first, second, and third sets being substantially parallel to other bristles in the same respective set, the bristles of the second set being defined by a plurality of laterally spaced apart longitudinal rows of bristles, each row of bristles in the second set being defined by at least three tufts each comprised of multiple bristles, the bristles of each of the first and third sets being defined by at least one longitudinal row of bristles, the bristles in the first and third sets being oriented to angle outwardly from the bristles in the second set as they extend away from the surface.2. A toothbrush as set forth in further comprising openings in the surface claim 1 , wherein the openings in the surface for the bristles in the first claim 1 , second claim 1 , and third sets are arranged in an array configured so the openings are arranged in rows extending generally transverse to the handle and columns extending generally parallel to the handle claim 1 , and wherein the openings in each row are spaced from one another at ...

CLEANING DEVICE FOR NOZZLE ASSEMBLIES OF BEVERAGE DISPENSERS

A cleaning device for cleaning a dispensing nozzle assembly of a beverage dispenser is disclosed. The dispensing nozzle assembly may include a macro-ingredient/diluent outlet and a number of micro-ingredient outlets surrounding the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet. The cleaning device may include a handle, a head end rotatably attached to the handle, a guidance protrusion extending from the head end, a first set of bristles extending from the head end and surrounding the guidance protrusion, and a second set of bristles extending from the head end adjacent to the first set of bristles. 1. A cleaning device for cleaning a dispensing nozzle assembly of a beverage dispenser , wherein the dispensing nozzle assembly comprises a macro-ingredient/diluent outlet and a plurality of micro-ingredient outlets surrounding the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet , the cleaning device comprising:a handle;a head end rotatably attached to the handle;a guidance protrusion extending from the head end;a first set of bristles extending from the head end and surrounding the guidance protrusion; anda second set of bristles extending from the head end adjacent to the first set of bristles.2. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the guidance protrusion is configured to be inserted into the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet.3. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the first set of bristles are configured to clean in and around the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet.4. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the second set of bristles are configured to clean in and around the plurality of micro-ingredient outlets.5. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the first set of bristles are longer than the second set of bristles.6. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the handle is attached to the head end via a pivot.7. The cleaning device of claim 6 , wherein the handle is configured to rotate 360 degree about the head end via the pivot.8. The cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the head end ...

Debris Collection Device

A debris collection device for sweeping up residual grain in a bin includes a plate, a plurality of bristles, and a stick. The plate is elongated rectangularly shaped and comprises a first section, which is planar, and second section, which is curved. The bristles are coupled to and extend from a lower face of the plate. The stick is coupled to and extends from an upper face of the plate. The stick is configured to be grasped in hands of a user, positioning the user to urge the bristles that are positioned on the first section across a first surface with the bristles positioned on the second section configured to contact a second surface that is positioned substantially perpendicular to the first surface to collect debris that is positioned on the first surface. 1. A debris collection device comprising:a plate, the plate being elongated rectangularly shaped, the plate comprising a first section and second section of the plate, the first section being planar, the second section being curved;a plurality of bristles coupled to and extending from a lower face of the plate; anda stick coupled to and extending from an upper face of the plate wherein the stick is configured for grasping in hands of a user positioning the user for urging the bristles positioned on the first section across a first surface with the bristles positioned on the second section configured for contacting a second surface positioned substantially perpendicular to the first surface for collecting debris positioned on the first surface.2. The device of claim 1 , further including the stick extending substantially perpendicularly from the plate.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:the stick being substantially centrally positioned on the plate, the stick being circularly shaped when viewed longitudinally; andthe plate having corners, the corners being arcuate.4. The device of claim 1 , further including the stick and the plate each comprising at least one of wood claim 1 , metal claim 1 , and ...

Oral Care Implement Having Diverging Cleaning Elements

An oral care implement implementing a cleaning element arrangement having diverging cleaning elements. In one aspect, the invention is an oral care implement comprising a handle and a head. A plurality of cleaning elements extend from the first surface of the head so as to form a ring about an axis extending from the first surface of the head. Each of the cleaning elements extend from the first surface of the head at an inclined orientation so as to radially diverge from the axis. In one embodiment, a cleaning element wall also extends from the first surface of the head and circumferentially surrounds the plurality of cleaning elements. In another aspect, the invention may be an apparatus for incorporation into an ansate oral care implement that utilizes the aforementioned arrangement of cleaning elements. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle;a head connected to the handle, the head comprising a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, and an axis extending from the first surface;a plurality of cleaning elements extending from the first surface of the head and arranged in a ring about the axis, wherein each of the cleaning elements extends from the first surface of the head at an inclined orientation so as to radially diverge from the axis; andwherein the plurality of cleaning elements form a cleaning element tuft that extends from a single tuft hole formed in the head.2. The oral care implement of wherein the plurality of cleaning elements collectively define a funnel shaped cavity.3. The oral care implement of wherein the axis is substantially normal to the first surface of the head.4. The oral care implement of wherein the plurality of cleaning elements diverge from the axis at an angle in a range of 3 to 5 degrees.5. The oral care implement of wherein the plurality of cleaning elements are formed as an angled wall of densely packed bristles.6. The oral care implement of wherein the oral care implement comprises a body that includes ...

Auto Micronaire

A fiber testing instrument having a fiber loading station that is sized to accommodate a fiber sample within a desired size range, a fiber extraction device for extracting a portion of the fiber sample for a first battery of fiber tests, a fiber transport device for conveying at least the remaining portion of the fiber sample, and a micronaire chamber for receiving the conveyed fiber sample, where the micronaire chamber is sized to test any fiber sample within the desired size range. 1. A method of testing fibers , comprising:receiving a multiple fiber sample with a fiber loading station, where the fiber loading station can hold no more than a maximum weight of fibers in the sample,performing a first set of fiber tests on a multiple fiber extracted portion of the fiber sample with a first testing module, thereby leaving a multiple fiber remaining portion within the fiber loading station, where the remaining portion has no less than a minimum weight,conveying with a transport device the remaining portion from the fiber loading station to a second testing module that is sized to accommodate any fiber weight between the minimum weight and the maximum weight, andperforming micronaire testing on the remaining portion with the second testing module.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fiber loading station is a drum.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fiber transport device is an air flow provided by a venturi within a conduit.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first set of fiber tests includes at least one of fiber length and fiber strength.5. A fiber testing instrument comprising:a fiber loading station sized to hold no more than a maximum sample weight of a multiple fiber sample,a fiber extraction device for extracting from the fiber sample in the fiber loading station an extracted portion of multiple fibers for a first set of fiber tests, thereby producing a remaining portion of multiple fibers that is no less than a minimum sample weight,a fiber transport ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR YARN QUALITY MONITORING

There is disclosed a method and an apparatus for monitoring textile yarn quality. Textile yarn is checked for quality to meet the required criteria such as diameter evenness and unwanted foreign fiber presence by utilizing an artificial diffuse light illuminating image sensor, with the yarn placed as an obstacle, into the pathway of the light, the contours of the light being focused for sharp image capture. The yarn diameter is determined by processing of focused yarn image. 1. An yarn quality monitoring device , comprising:a primary light source for emitting light, the light propagation defining an optical path;a diffuser proximate to the first light source for diffusing the emitted light;an image sensor illuminated by the diffused light emitted from the primary light source, for capturing a yarn contour image from illumination of a moving yarn in the optical path;a focusing element in the optical path between the first light source and the image sensor, for focusing the yarn contour image on the image sensor; anda controller in communication with the image sensor for processing the captured yarn contour image, to determine yarn diameter.2. The device of claim 1 , additionally comprising:a secondary light source for illuminating the yarn, the reflected light propagation defining an optical path;a diffraction element in the optical path, between the yarn and the image sensor, the diffraction of secondary light source light reflected from the yarn for interference pattern creation on the image sensor; andthe controller for processing the interference pattern to obtain yarn color analysis.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the diffraction element is a diffraction grating.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein the primary light source and the secondary light source emit light at different wavelengths claim 2 , and the device further includes an optical filter at least partially covering the image sensor for blocking light reflected from the yarn illuminated by secondary ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR OPTICAL YARN QUALITY MONITORING

The invention relates to a method and apparatus for monitoring yarn quality in the textile industry. Textile yarn is checked for quality to meet the required criteria such as diameter evenness and unwanted foreign fiber presence. The invention utilizes an artificial light illuminating the yarn, focusing element, diffraction element and the image sensor for capturing of focused diffracted rays from illuminated yarn image. The presence of foreign fibres in yarn and yarn diameter is determined by processing of captured image. 1. An yarn quality monitoring device , comprising:a primary light source for illuminating the yarn;an image sensor illuminated by light from primary light source light reflected from the yarn and propagating along an optical path to the image sensor, the image sensor for capturing an image data;a focusing element in the optical path between yarn and image sensor, for focusing the reflected light on the image sensor;a diffraction element in the optical path between yarn and image sensor, for diffraction of primary light source light reflected from the yarn; anda controller for processing the image data to obtain color analysis of yarn and yarn diameter.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the diffraction element is a diffraction grating.3. The device of claim 1 , additionally comprising:a secondary light source emitting light, the light propagation defining an optical path; anda diffuser proximate to the secondary light source for diffusing the emitted light, diffused light illuminates image sensor over optical path through focusing element and diffraction element, yarn placed as an obstacle in the optical path create yarn contour image on the image sensor used by the controller for yarn diameter processing.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the primary light source and the secondary light source emit light at different wavelengths claim 3 , and the device further includes an optical filter at least partially covering the image sensor for blocking ...

EDGE STYLING HAIRBRUSH

A hairbrush with the filaments of nylon 6, nylon 612, or synthetic hairs. The hairbrush is specifically manufactured for baby hairs. The nylon bristles are soft enough to be brushed on the face without pain or damage to the hairline. 1. An edge styling hairbrush , comprising:an elongate slender handle;a brush head attached to an end of the elongate slender handle; anda plurality of bristles extending from a front surface of the brush head, wherein the bristles are selected so as to avoid irritating the skin along a user's hairline.2. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 1 , wherein the bristles are comprised of nylon.3. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 2 , wherein the bristles are comprised of a combination of nylon 6 and nylon 612.4. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 3 , wherein the brush head has a generally pentagonal shape.5. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 4 , wherein brush head has a generally rectangular portion proximal to the brush handle and a generally triangular portion extending from the rectangular portion with the apex of the triangle at a distal end of the hairbrush.6. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 5 , wherein the plurality of tufted bristles further comprises:a first array of tufted bristles disposed in the rectangular portion and having a first length, anda second array of tufted bristles disposed in the triangular portion having a second length that is longer than the first length.7. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 6 , wherein the plurality tufted bristles further comprises:a plurality of transition bristles are defined intermediate the first and second array, the transition bristles having a variable length ranging between the first length and the second length.8. The edge styling hairbrush of claim 3 , further comprising:a generally hexagonal brush head, having a substantially rectangular interior portion that is substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal length of the handle; anda generally triangular end portion extending ...

Capacitive Measuring Circuit for Yarn Inspection

A measuring circuit used for the capacitive examination of a moving elongated textile test material such as card sliver, roving, yarn or woven fabric, having a measuring capacitor for accommodating the test material, and a component with a capacitance which can be changed by an electric control signal. The measuring circuit can thus be balanced in a simple, rapid, cost-effective and especially automatic way.

Device For The Optical Inspection Of A Moving Textile Material

Using a substrate with at least one optical waveguide structure integrated thereon for the optical inspection of a moving textile material. A scanning region is provided on the substrate for optically scanning the textile material. The optical waveguide structure opens at least partly into the scanning region. The device arranged in this manner requires little space, can be used in a versatile manner and can be changed or maintained with very little effort. 1. The use of a substrate with at least one optical waveguide structure integrated thereon for the optical inspection of a moving textile material.2. The use according to claim 1 , wherein an electrical conductor structure for the electrical inspection of the moving textile material is additionally integrated on the substrate.3. A device for the optical inspection of a moving textile material claim 1 , comprising:a substrate on which a scanning region for optically scanning the textile material is provided, andan optical waveguide structure that is integrated on the substrate and opens at least partly into the scanning region.4. A device according to claim 3 , wherein at least two optical waveguides of the optical waveguide structure open into the scanning region.5. A device according to claim 4 , wherein at least two waveguides are arranged for guiding light towards the scanning region claim 4 , and at least two waveguides are arranged for guiding light away from the scanning region.6. A device according to claim 5 , wherein the orifices of the waveguides guiding towards and away from the scanning region are disposed adjacent to each other in an alternating fashion.7. A device according to claim 3 , wherein at least one orifice of a waveguide into the scanning region is provided with a focusing lens.8. A device according to claim 3 , wherein the optical waveguide structure comprises at least one junction with at least two branches.9. A device according to claim 8 , wherein at least two of the branches face the ...

ANTI-LOOSE INTERDENTAL BRUSH

An anti-loose interdental brush comprises a plurality of fixing portions formed on a bristle stem of an interdental brush. Each fixing portion includes a bottom wall, a side wall formed laterally from the bottom wall, and a capacity area surrounded by the bottom wall and the side wall. The adjacent bottom walls of the adjacent fixing portions are orientated in different directions, whereby the adjacent capacity areas are set in different directions to contact said handle. An outer diameter of the bottom wall can be preferably larger than or equal to an outer diameter of the bristle stem. Accordingly, a dual engaging and fixing effect between the bristle stem and the handle is attained to prevent the bristle stem from loosening and rotating due to an external force and enhance the safety in using. 1. An anti-loose interdental brush comprising a bristle stem formed by at least one interlaced wire , a plurality of bristles wound and clamped by said wire of said bristle stem , and a handle firmly disposed on said bristle stem;wherein a plurality of fixing portions are formed on said bristle stem; each fixing portion including a bottom wall, a side wall formed laterally from said bottom wall, and a capacity area surrounded by said bottom wall and said side wall; each bottom wall of each fixing portion being orientated in a direction different from said adjacent bottom wall of said adjacent fixing portion, whereby said adjacent capacity areas are set in different directions to contact said handle in order to firmly fix an inner side of said handle to said fixing portions.2. The anti-loose interdental brush as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said adjacent fixing portions are intersected with each other.3. The anti-loose interdental brush as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an outer diameter of said bottom wall is larger than an outer diameter of said bristle stem.4. The anti-loose interdental brush as claimed in claim 2 , wherein an outer diameter of said bottom wall is larger ...

INTERDENTAL CLEANER AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

An interdental cleaner has a rod-shaped carrier consisting of plastic, which has a cleaning device in an axial end area. The cleaning device comprises at least one fabric part, which extends in the direction of a longitudinal axis of the carrier and which has mutually intersecting thread systems with warp threads and weft threads. Provisions are made for the fabric part to be connected to the carrier and to radially project from same, wherein thread systems or the warp threads, on the one hand, and the weft threads, on the other hand, extend at an angle in the range of 20° to 70° to the longitudinal axis of the rod-shaped carrier and pass through the rod-shaped carrier. 1. An interdental cleaner comprising:a rod-shaped carrier formed of plastic;a cleaning device in an axial end area of the carrier, wherein the cleaning device comprises at least one fabric part extending in the direction of a longitudinal axis of the carrier, which fabric part has mutually intersecting thread systems with warp threads and weft threads, wherein the fabric part is connected to the carrier and radially projects from same, and the warp threads and the weft threads extend at an angle in the range of 20° to 70° to a longitudinal axis of the rod-shaped carrier and pass through the rod-shaped carrier.2. An interdental in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the warp threads and the weft threads extend at an angle of 45°±10° to the longitudinal axis of the rod-shaped carrier.3. An interdental cleaner in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the fabric part has a net structure.4. An interdental cleaner in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the fabric part passes radially through the carrier and projects from same on opposite sides.5. An interdental cleaner in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the fabric part axially projects over the rod-shaped carrier at the front end thereof.6. An interdental cleaner in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the cleaning device additionally comprises a cover of the ...

SAMPLE REMOVAL ASSEMBLY FOR GYNECOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS

A gynecological cervical or vaginal sample removal instrument has, at the cranial end, a plurality of brushes that are fixed to a wire assembly extending in the axial direction. The brushes are made of at least 600 plastic filaments with a diameter between 350 μm and 900 μm and an axial line density of at least 600 filaments over a maximum axial extension of 3 cm. 110-. (canceled)11. A gynecological cervical or vaginal sample removal instrument comprising:a wire assembly that extends in an axial direction; andat a cranial end of the sample removal instrument, a multiplicity of bristles that are fixed to the wire assembly, wherein the bristles are formed of at least 600 plastic filaments with a diameter of between 350 μm and 900 μm and with an axial line density of at least 600 filaments over a maximum axial extent of 3 cm.12. The sample removal instrument of claim 11 , wherein the plastic filaments are produced from polyamide.13. The sample removal instrument of claim 12 , wherein the plastic filaments are cut off or sheared off mechanically.14. The sample removal instrument of claim 13 , wherein the plastic filaments have a mean diameter of between at least 600 μm and at most 800 μm.15. The sample removal instrument of claim 13 , wherein the plastic filaments have a mean diameter of between at least 500 μm and at most 850 μm.16. The sample removal instrument of claim 15 , wherein at least 750 bristle ends are present over a maximum axial extent of 3 cm.17. The sample removal instrument of claim 16 , wherein all of the bristles have a same nominal diameter.18. The sample removal instrument of claim 11 , wherein:the bristles, with the wire assembly to which they are fixed, are arranged as an end region of a flexible rod; andthe end region can be broken off from the flexible rod after an examination.19. A vaginal brush comprising:a wire assembly that extends in an axial direction; andat a cranial end of the vaginal brush, a multiplicity of bristles that are fixed to ...

PROCESSES TO MAKE WATER AND OIL REPELLENT BCF YARN

Disclosed are processes for applying anti-soil compositions on BCF yams during cable or air twisting processes prior to weaving, knitting or tufting. The process foregoes the need for downstream environmentally unfavorable dyeing and low pH chemical treatment processes on the finished carpet. The anti-soil composition can be comprised of a high specific surface energy chemical or other material, for example a fluorochemical. Further, the anti-soil composition can further comprise an anti-stain component. Also disclosed are systems, BCF yarns, and carpets made from the BCF yarn treated by the disclosed process. 1. A process for treating twisted BCF yarn with an anti-soil composition comprising an anti-soil component comprising:a. providing twisted BCF yarn;b. contacting said BCF yarn with said anti-soil composition while said BCF yarn is in motion; andc. dry heat setting said BCF yarn.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein said anti-soil component is selected from the group consisting of: fluorochemicals claim 1 , silicones claim 1 , silsesquioxanes claim 1 , silane-modified particulates claim 1 , organosilane-modified particulates claim 1 , alkylated particulates claim 1 , anionic surfactants claim 1 , and anionic hydrotropes.3. The process of wherein said anti-soil component comprises a fluorochemical.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the anti-soil composition has a pH from about 3 to about 8.5. The process of claim 3 , wherein said fluorochemical is selected from the group consisting of: fluorochemical allophanates claim 3 , fluorochemical polyacrylates claim 3 , fluorochemical urethanes claim 3 , fluorochemical carbodiimides claim 3 , fluorochemical guanidines claim 3 , fluorochemical perfluoropolyethers claim 3 , and fluorochemicals incorporating C2 to C8 chemistries.6. The process of claim 3 , wherein said fluorochemical has less than or equal to six fluorinated carbons.7. The process of claim 3 , wherein said fluorochemical is a fluorochemical urethane.8. The ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement has an outer rim and an inner portion. The head comprises at least one tuft of filaments of a first type and at least one tuft of filaments of a second type. The at least one tuft of the first type is arranged at the inner portion of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially circular cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The at least one tuft of the second type is arranged at the outer rim of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections and four channels, the projections and channels being arranged in an alternating manner The at least one tuft of filaments of the second type has a packing factor within a range from about 40% to about 55%. 1. A head for an oral-care implement comprising:an outer rim and an inner portion;at least one tuft of filaments of a first type and at least one tuft of filaments of a second type different from the first type;wherein the at least one tuft of the first type is arranged at the inner portion of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially circular cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis;wherein the at least one tuft of the second type is arranged at the outer rim of the head and comprises a plurality of filaments, each filament having a longitudinal axis and a substantially cross-shaped cross-sectional area extending in a plane substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the cross-shaped cross-sectional area having four projections alternating with four channels;wherein the at least one tuft of filaments of the ...

Universal aquarium hose cleaner

A universal aquarium hose cleaner is comprised of an elongated cylindrical brush affixed to the end of a semi-rigid cable or rigid wire, enabling the user to push the brush through the hose while twisting it to clean the interior surface of the hose. The wire or cable is coated with plastic to prevent corrosion. 1. An aquarium hose cleaner comprising a wire; said wire having a first end and a second end; a brush; said brush being affixed to said wire at said second end; a handle; said handle being affixed to said wire at said first end; and said handle lacking bristles.2. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said handle is elongatedly elliptically loop shaped.3. An aquarium hose cleaner comprising a wire; said wire having a first end and a second end; a brush; said brush being affixed to said wire at said second end; a handle; said handle being affixed to said wire at said first end; and said handle being elongatedly elliptically loop shaped.4. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said handle lacks bristles.5. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein the axial line of said wire is centered about an axial line; said axial line being collinear with the major axis of said handle.6. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein the axial line of said wire is centered about an axial line; said axial line being collinear with the major axis of said handle.7. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said brush is composed of equally spaced rings of bristles of equal radius.8. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said brush is composed of equally spaced rings of bristles of equal radius.9. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said brush is composed of equally spaced rings of bristles of equal radius.10. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said brush is composed of equally spaced rings of bristles of equal radius.11. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said brush is composed of equally spaced rings of bristles of equal radius.12. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said wire is rigid.13. ...

BRUSH WITH REPLACEABLE TWISTED-IN-WIRE BRISTLE ASSEMBLY

A brush for cleaning a grill or other surface having a bristle assembly of twisted-in-wire material that is removable and replaceable. 1. A brush for cleaning a grill or other surface , comprising:a handle having a gripping end and a forward end;a head portion extending from said forward end, said head portion having a front edge, two sides, a bottom surface and a to surface, wherein each of said two sides includes a flange projecting below said bottom surface of said head portion, and each said flange having at least one aperture; anda bristle assembly of twisted-in wire material having a bristle portion and two stem portions, wherein each said stem portion includes at least one protrusion capable of removable engagement with said apertures on said flanges.2. The brush of wherein the bristle assembly has a sinuous geometry between each of said stem portions claim 1 , each said stem portion being adjacent to each of said flanges.3. The invention of wherein said bristle assembly includes three rows of twisted-in-wire bristles between each said stem end.4. The invention of wherein said front edge o said head portion includes a scraper.5. The invention of claim 3 , wherein the bristle portion includes at least one row of twisted-in wire material that is generally parallel to the two stem portions.6. The invention of claim 1 , wherein the bristle portion includes at least one row of twisted-in wire material that is perpendicular to the two stem portions.7. A brush for cleaning a grill or other surface comprising:a handle having a gripping end and a forward end;a head portion extending from said forward end, said head portion having a front edge, a top surface, a bottom surface and two sides, wherein each side includes a flange projecting below said bottom portion, each said flange including at least one aperture and at least one notch;a bristle assembly of twisted-in-wire material having a first stem portion, a plurality of bristle portions and a plurality of ...

CLEANING DEVICE FOR BLOOD VESSEL SEALING APPARATUS

A cleaner device is adapted to clean a blood vessel sealer device. The cleaner device includes a series of brushes that can move relative to blood vessel sealer device to scrub and clean the blood vessel sealer device when coupled to the cleaner device. The brushes can be made of any material that is adapted to clean the blood vessel sealer device. The cleaner device can also be motorized to facilitate cleaning of the blood vessel sealer device. 1. A system for cleaning a vessel sealer device , comprising:a housing defining a cavity;at least one brush inside the cavity, the at least one brush is positioned inside the cavity such that at least a portion of a blood vessel sealer device can be inserted inside the cavity in contact with the at least one brush;wherein the at least one brush can be moved relative to the at least a portion of the blood vessel sealer device so as to scrub the at least a portion of the blood vessel sealer device when the at least a portion of the blood vessel sealer device is inside the cavity.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one brush includes an outer brush and an inner brush.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the outer brush is positioned to clean an outer portion of the at least a portion of the blood vessel sealer device.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the inner brush is positioned to clean an inner portion of the at least a portion of the blood vessel sealer device.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of a blood vessel sealer device is a pair of jaws of the blood vessel sealer device.6. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a motor that moves the at least one brush.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one brush rotates relative to the housing.8. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a reservoir.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the reservoir is inside the hub.10. The system of claim 1 , further comprising the vessel sealer device.11. A method of cleaning a blood vessel ...

Oral Care Implement

An oral care implement having a head with a front surface and a plurality of contact elements extending from the head. The plurality of contact elements are arranged in a pattern that may have the visual appearance of a flower. Specifically, the pattern may comprise a first set of contact elements arranged in a first loop about a reference axis and a second set of contact elements arranged in a second loop that surrounds the first loop. The pattern may also include a third set of contact elements arranged in a third loop that surrounds the second loop. Each of the contact elements of the first, second, and third sets may be inclined relative to the front surface of the head so as to diverge from the reference axis. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a head having a front surface; a first set of arcuate contact elements arranged in a first loop about a reference axis, each arcuate contact element of the first set inclined relative to the front surface at a first angle so as to diverge from the reference axis;', 'a second set of arcuate contact elements arranged in a second loop that surrounds the first loop, each arcuate contact element of the second set inclined relative to the front surface at a second angle so as to diverge from the reference axis, the second angle being greater than the first angle; and', 'a third set of arcuate contact elements arranged in a third loop that surrounds the second loop, one or more of the arcuate contact elements of the third set inclined relative to the front surface at a third angle so as to diverge from the reference axis, the third angle being greater than the second angle., 'a plurality of contact elements extending from the front surface of the head, the plurality of contact elements arranged in a pattern comprising2. The oral care implement according to wherein the arcuate contact elements of the second set are circumferentially offset from the arcuate contact elements of the first and third sets.3. The oral care implement ...

TOOTHBRUSH HAVING TUFTED BRISTLES AND TONGUE BRUSH BRISTLES EMANATING FROM THE SAME SURFACE

A toothbrush can include tufted bristles and tongue brush bristles that emanate from the same surface of the head. The tufted bristles can function primarily to clean the teeth whereas the tongue brush bristles can function primarily to clean the surface of the tongue. The tongue brush bristles can also insert between teeth and along the gum line when the toothbrush is used to brush the teeth thereby enhancing the toothbrush's effectiveness for removing bacteria, food particles, and/or soft plaque from the teeth. 1. A toothbrush comprising:a head having a proximal end, a distal end, and a top surface;tufted bristles that emanate from the top surface; andtongue brush bristles, which are formed of polyethylene, that emanate from the top surface, each tongue brush bristle having a base, a tip, and at least one outer surface that extends from the base to the tip, the at least one outer surface tapering to form a point at the tip that is configured to insert into crevices in the surface of the tongue, the tip of at least some of the tongue brush bristles extending beyond tips of the tufted bristles.2. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the at least one outer surface comprises three outer surfaces that form a pyramid shape.3. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the at least one outer surface is tapered from the base to the tip.4. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles surround the tongue brush bristles.5. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles are positioned in an interior of the top surface and the tongue brush bristles extend along a periphery of the top surface outside the tufted bristles.6. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tongue brush bristles are positioned in an interior of the top surface and the tufted bristles extend along a periphery of the top surface outside the tongue brush bristles.7. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the tufted bristles comprise a section of tufted bristles positioned in a middle portion of the ...

BRUSHED COATING FLUID DISPENSER

A paint brush includes a sleeve [NO SLEEVE] circumscribing a portion of a handle and a portion of a plurality of bristles. A plug [NO PLUG] can be coupled to the handle The plug can extend away from the handle into the plurality of bristles to form a space [NO SPACE FORMED BETWEEN BRISTLES] between the bristles. An extension and a recess [NO RECESS] can be formed between the handle and the resin with the extension extending from one of the handle or resin and into the recess in the other of the handle or resin 1. A coating fluid dispenser comprising:a plurality of strands mixed to form a boundary around a chamber wherein the strands are varied in length, the shorter strands being stiffer and thicker than the longer strands.2. A coating fluid dispenser in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of strands mixed to form a boundary around a chamber wherein the strands are varied in length and stiffness, the longer strands being of natural bristle with the split ends proximal and the shorter strands being of plastic filaments, stiffer and thicker than the longer bristles. A preferred embodiment is a mixture of flexible strands of differentiated lengths and strengths within a paintbrush head to form the circumferential barrier of a chamber to carry and evenly distribute coating fluid from a container to a surface without dripping. Upon thrusting into fluid, the shorter strand members flex apart for fluid passage into the chamber; upon withdrawal from the fluid, the longer weaker strand members close the distal end of the brush head chamber, stopping fluid flow. When stroking contact is made with the surface to be coated, the longer weaker strand members bend parallel to the surface, allowing coating fluid flow to the surface in thickness proportionate to the lateral difference between the longer strands and the shorter strands, eliminating many smoothing strokes.Common paint brushes used for color refreshment of interior living space and coating home ...

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

An oral care implement comprising a head and a handle is provided. The head comprises first and second faces. The first face includes a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom. The second face is located on an opposite side of the head to the first face. The head has a length in a direction along a longitudinal axis of the handle, and a width perpendicular to the length. The head has a proximal section adjacent to the handle and a distal section remote from the handle. The proximal section has a first maximum width and the distal section has a second maximum width, wherein the second maximum width is less than the first maximum width. The second face comprises a tissue cleanser, the tissue cleanser extending over a distal-most edge of the head and forming a ridge located on the distal-most edge of the head. 1. An oral care implement comprising a head and a handle ,the head comprising a first face and a second face, wherein the first face includes a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom, and wherein the second face is located on an opposite side of the head to the first face,wherein the head has a length in a direction along a longitudinal axis of the handle, and a width perpendicular to the length,the head having a proximal section adjacent to the handle and a distal section remote from the handle, the proximal section having a first maximum width and the distal section having a second maximum width, wherein the second maximum width is less than the first maximum width,wherein the second face comprises a tissue cleanser, the tissue cleanser extending over a distal-most edge of the head and forming a ridge located on the distal-most edge of the head.2. The oral care implement of claim 1 , wherein the ridge extends across the distal-most end of the head in a direction parallel to the width of the head.3. The oral care implement of claim 2 , wherein the ridge comprises at least one notch which divides the ridge into a plurality of sections ...

Cosmetic Applicator

A cosmetic applicator that includes at least two twisted core brushes. At least one of the two twisted core brushes is curved in at least two planes. The at least two twisted core brushes are connected to each other at least at respective first ends thereof to form a loop. 1. A cosmetic applicator for applying a cosmetic product , the cosmetic applicator comprising:a first brush that includes a first helical array of bristles retained in a first twisted wire core; anda second brush that includes a second helical array of bristles retained in a second twisted wire core;the first brush and the second brush are connected at least at respective first ends thereof, and the first brush and the second brush both are curved in at least two planes so as to define at least one cavity therebetween.2. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 1 , further comprising a stem claim 1 , and wherein respective second ends of the first and second brushes are connected to the stem.3. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one cavity is off-centered relative to a longitudinal axis of the cosmetic applicator.4. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a length of the at least one cavity is greater than a width of the at least one cavity.5. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 4 , wherein the width of the cavity varies along the length of the at least one cavity.6. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 1 , wherein respective first portions of each of the first twisted wire core and the second twisted wire core are bent away from a longitudinal axis of the cosmetic applicator.7. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first helical array of bristles and the second helical array of bristles have at least two different types of bristles.8. The cosmetic applicator according to claim 7 , wherein the at least two different types of bristles differ in at least one of cross-section claim 7 , length claim 7 , ...

Head For An Oral Care Implement

A head for an oral care implement comprises a mounting surface and at least one tuft extending from the mounting surface. The tuft comprises a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments. The first group of filaments is surrounded by the second group of filaments. The filaments of the first group have a first length and the filaments of the second group have a second length, the first length being different from the second length. The difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.1 mm to about 1.9 mm. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising:a mounting surface, the filaments of the first group having a first length and the filaments of the second group having a second length, the first length being different from the second length,', 'wherein each filament of the first tuft has a longitudinal axis and a cross-sectional area extending in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, and the cross sectional area has a substantially circular shape, and the filaments of the first group have a diameter being smaller than the diameter of the filaments of the second group;, 'wherein the first tuft comprises a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments, the first group of filaments being surrounded by the second group of filaments,'}, 'a first tuft extending from the mounting surface,'} 'the filaments of the third group having a third length;', 'wherein the second tuft comprises a third group of filaments,'}, 'a second tuft extending from the mounting surface,'}wherein the head comprises a first region comprising alternating longitudinal rows of first tufts and second tufts and a second region comprising at least one second tuft.2. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.3 mm to about 1.9 mm.3. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the difference in length between the first length and the second length is ...

Head For An Oral Care Implement

A head for an oral care implement comprises a mounting surface and at least one tuft extending from the mounting surface. The tuft comprises a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments. The first group of filaments is surrounded by the second group of filaments. The filaments of the first group have a first length and the filaments of the second group have a second length, the first length being different from the second length. The difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.1 mm to about 1.9 mm. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising:a mounting surface, andat least one tuft extending from the mounting surface,the tuft comprising a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments, the first group of filaments being surrounded by the second group of filaments,the filaments of the first group having a first length and the filaments of the second group having a second length, the first length being different from the second length, wherein the difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.1 mm to about 1.9 mm.2. A head according to claim 1 , wherein the difference in length is about 1.3 mm to about 1.7 mm.3. A head according to claim 1 , wherein the first length of the filaments of the first group is longer than the second length of the filaments of the second group.4. A head according to claim 1 , wherein each filament of the tuft has a longitudinal axis and a cross-sectional area extending in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the cross sectional area has a substantially circular shape claim 1 , and the filaments of the first group have a diameter being smaller than the diameter of the filaments of the second group.5. A head according to claim 4 , wherein the diameter of the filaments of the first group is about 0.15 mm to about 0.16 mm.6. A head according to claim 4 , wherein the diameter of the filaments of the second ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral care implement has at least one tuft extending from a mounting surface of the head and having an outer lateral area. The tuft has a first group of filaments defining a first lateral area and at least a second group of filaments defining a second lateral area. The filaments of the first group have a first length and the filaments of the second group have a second length, wherein the first length is different from the second length. The outer lateral area of the tuft is composed of at least a section of the first lateral area and of at least a section of the second lateral area. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising:at least one tuft extending from a mounting surface of the head and having an outer lateral area,the tuft comprising a first group of filaments defining a first lateral area, and at least a second group of filaments defining a second lateral area,the filaments of the first group having a first length and the filaments of the second group having a second length, one of the first length and the second length being greater than the other, wherein the outer lateral area of the tuft is composed of at least a section of the first lateral area and of at least a section of the second lateral area.2. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the section of the first lateral area abuts the section of the second lateral area.3. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the tuft further comprises at least a third group of filaments defining a third lateral area claim 1 , the filaments of the third lateral area having a third length.4. The head according to claim 3 , wherein the outer lateral area of the tuft is composed of at least one section of the third lateral area.5. The head according to claim 3 , wherein the third length is substantially equal to at least one of the first length and the second length.6. The head according to claim 3 , wherein the first group is sandwiched between the second group and the third group.7. The head ...

HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

A head for an oral-care implement comprises at least two tufts extending from a mounting surface of the head. The tufts are inclined with respect to the mounting surface in at least two different directions. Each of the tufts comprises a first group of filaments having a first length and at least a second group of filaments having a second length wherein the first length is different from the second length. 1. A head for an oral-care implement comprising:at least two tufts extending from a mounting surface of the head, the tufts being inclined with respect to the mounting surface in at least two different directions, wherein each of the tufts comprises a first group of filaments having a first length and at least a second group of filaments having a second length, one of the first length and the second length being greater than the other.2. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two tufts are inclined with respect to the mounting surface by an inclination angle α from about 65° to about 80°.3. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two tufts are inclined with respect to the mounting surface by an inclination angle α from about 70° to about 80°.4. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two tufts are inclined with respect to the mounting surface by an inclination angle α from about 74° to about 78°.5. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two tufts are inclined with respect to the mounting surface by an inclination angle α from about 74° to about 75°.6. The head according to claim 1 , wherein a difference in length between the first length and the second length is from about 1 mm to about 3 mm.7. The head according to claim 1 , wherein a difference in length between the first length and the second length is from about 1 mm to about 2 mm.8. The head according to claim 1 , wherein a difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.5 mm.9. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

Head for an oral care implement

A head for an oral-care implement has at least one tuft extending from a mounting surface of the head. The tuft comprises a first group of filaments having a first length and at least a second group of filaments having a second length wherein the first length is different from the second length. The tuft is inclined with respect to the mounting surface at an angle of from about 65° to about 80°.

Broom comprising bristles of multiple lengths

A broom comprising bristles of multiple lengths. The broom can include a head having a bottom major surface and a longitudinal axis. The head can define a sweeping direction in which the broom is configured to be swept. The broom can further include a plurality of tufts of bristles coupled to the bottom major surface of the head and protruding downwardly therefrom. The plurality of tufts of bristles can include a first tuft type having a first length, and a second tuft type having a second length that is longer than the first length. The plurality of tufts of bristles can further include a diagonal row comprising at least two adjacent tufts of either the first tuft type or the second tuft type arranged at a non-zero and non-right angle with respect to the longitudinal axis and/or the sweeping direction.

Measuring Head

A measuring head for testing yarn, having a measuring slit for accommodating the yarn and a first yarn guide element for guiding the yarn through the measuring slit. A second yarn guide element for guiding the yarn outside of the measuring slit. The yarn path outside of the measuring slit is used when at least one of a zero point calibration and an adjustment of the measuring head needs to be performed. A measuring head arranged in this manner is especially suitable for use in classifying yarn defects in the textile laboratory. 1. A measuring head for testing a yarn , comprising:a measuring slit for accommodating the yarn,a first yarn guide element for guiding the yarn through the measuring slit, anda second yarn guide element for guiding the yarn outside of the measuring slit.2. The measuring head according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring slit defines a longitudinal direction (x) that coincides with the longitudinal direction of the yarn when the yarn is guided through the measuring slit claim 1 , and the measuring slit defines a direction of height (y) claim 1 , along which the yarn can be introduced into the measuring slit claim 1 , and wherein the two yarn guide elements are spaced from each other in the direction of height (y).3. The measuring head according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring slit defines a longitudinal direction (x) that coincides with the longitudinal direction of the yarn when the yarn is guided through the measuring slit claim 1 , and the measuring slit defines a direction of height (y) claim 1 , along which the yarn can be introduced into the measuring slit claim 1 , and wherein the two yarn guide elements are spaced from each other in a direction of width (z) claim 1 , which direction of width (z) stands perpendicularly to the longitudinal direction (x) and perpendicularly to the direction of height (y).4. The measuring head according to the claim 2 , wherein the two yarn guide elements are spaced from each other both in the direction ...

TWISTED WIRE GRILL BRUSH HAVING AT LEAST THREE BRUSHES AND MULTI-HANDLED TWISTED WIRE GRILL BRUSH INCLUDING SAME

A twisted wire grill brush is provided, including at least one handle having an extension direction, a first brush provided at an end of the at least one handle, a second brush provided at the end of the at least one handle and arranged substantially parallel with respect to the first brush, and a third brush provided at the end of the at least one handle and arranged substantially perpendicular with respect to the extension direction of the at least one handle. 1. A twisted wire grill brush , comprising:at least one handle having an extension direction;a first brush provided at an end of the handle;a second brush provided at the end of the handle and arranged substantially parallel with respect to the first brush; anda third brush provided at the end of the handle and arranged substantially perpendicular with respect to the extension direction of the handle.2. The twisted wire grill brush according to claim 1 , wherein the first brush comprises a first twisted core wire defined by a pair of core wires intertwined and twisted about one another along a first core axis claim 1 , and a first brush region defined by a first pair of spring coils extending about and pressed between at least a portion of the first twisted core wire.3. The twisted wire grill brush according to claim 2 , wherein the second brush comprises a second twisted core wire defined by a pair of core wires intertwined and twisted about one another along a second core axis claim 2 , and a second brush region defined by a second pair of spring coils extending about and pressed between at least a portion of the second twisted core wire claim 2 , wherein the second brush region is arranged substantially parallel with respect to the first brush region.4. The twisted wire grill brush according to claim 3 , wherein the third brush comprises a third twisted core wire defined by a pair of core wires intertwined and twisted about one another along a third core axis claim 3 , and a third brush region defined by ...

Scrubber System

The present disclosure describes a scrubber system for removing material from, or smoothing the surface of, an object. According to an example embodiment, the scrubber system comprises one or more scrubbing disks, spacer disks, and retaining collars configured for interlocking with other cooperatively configured scrubbing disks and spacer disks. The scrubbing and spacer disks are arrangeable end-to-end along a shaft extending therethrough and between opposed retaining collars to form a scrubber custom-configured for a particular application. The scrubbing disks may include one or more types arranged, with or without any spacer disks, in any desired configuration. When the scrubbing disks and/or spacer disks are positioned adjacent one another end-to-end, lateral and end mating surfaces at the adjacent ends of the respective scrubbing and/or spacer disks abut one another, limiting relative rotation therebetween and substantially forming a single, contiguous outer surface that prevents removed material from becoming lodged therebetween. 1a scrubbing member defining a central longitudinal axis and including a rim forming a spiral helix about said central longitudinal axis, said scrubbing member further including a bristle.. A scrubber apparatus comprising: The present invention relates, generally, to the field of apparatuses and methods for scrubbing or brushing an article to remove material from an outer surface of the article.Brushes have been used for many years in connection with removing material or polishing the outer surfaces of various articles, work pieces, or items. Typically, such brushes include a cylindrical hub to which a plurality of bristles are secured and extend in a radial direction. The bristles may be manufactured from a variety of different synthetic and non-synthetic materials with the selection of a material for a brush's bristles often depending on the particular application for which the brush is to be used. The cylindrical hub generally has ...

Universal Aquarium Hose Cleaner

A universal aquarium hose cleaner is comprised of an elongated cylindrical brush affixed to the end of a semi-rigid cable or rigid wire, enabling the user to push the brush through the hose while twisting it to clean the interior surface of the hose. The wire or cable is coated with plastic to prevent corrosion. 1. An aquarium hose cleaner comprising a rigid wire such that said wire is unbendable; said wire having a first end and a second end; said wire being at least eight feet in length; a brush; said brush consisting of a plurality of equally spaced rings of bristles; said equally spaced rings of bristles being not in a spiral configuration such that each ring of bristles is separate from any other ring of bristles; said brush being affixed to said wire at said second end; a handle; said handle being affixed to said wire at said first end; and said handle lacking bristles.2. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said handle is elongatedly elliptically loop shaped.3. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said equally spaced rings of bristles are of equal radius.4. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said equally spaced rings of bristles are of equal radius.5. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said rigid wire and said handle are coated with a corrosion resistant material.6. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said rigid wire and said handle are coated with a corrosion resistant material.7. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said rigid wire and said handle are coated with a corrosion resistant material.8. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said rigid wire and said handle are coated with a corrosion resistant material.9. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said wire is centered about an axial line; said axial line being collinear with the major axis of said handle; and said equally spaced rings being centered about said axial line.10. The aquarium hose cleaner of wherein said wire is centered about an axial line; said axial line being collinear with the major ...

ORAL HYGIENE OR COSMETIC APPLICATOR BRUSH DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Disclosed is a brush-like device and related manufacturing method. The device includes at least a handle head portion obtained by way of plastic material moulding on a terminal portion of a metal stem on which bristles of the brush are fixed, the terminal portion of the stem being retained in the moulding position by a through seat of a mould which closes on the stem, and wherein, prior to the moulding of the head portion, it is provided to apply a covering sheath of elastically yieldable material on the terminal portion of the stem, the sheath being of elongate tubular shape having a length of at least 2.5 mm. 1244254. Manufacturing method of a brush-like device , wherein the brush-like device comprises at least a handle head portion () obtained by means of plastic material moulding on a terminal portion of a metal stem () on which bristles of the brush are fixed , said terminal portion of the stem () being retained in the moulding position by a through seat (T′) of a mould (T) which closes on said stem , characterized in that , prior to said moulding of the head portion () , it is provided to apply a covering sheath () of elastically yieldable material on said terminal portion of the stem () , said sheath being of elongate tubular shape having a length of at least 2.5 mm.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said elastically yielding material is an elastomer or a high density foam material.35544. The method of claim 1 , wherein said covering sheath () is made of a part () of a small tube claim 1 , axially inserted on said stem () claim 1 , having an internal diameter less than the nominal diameter of said stem () and an external diameter equal to or greater than the internal diameter of said seat (T′) of the mould (T).4554. The method of claim 1 , wherein said covering sheath () is made of a part () of a small tube claim 1 , of thermo-shrinkable material axially inserted on said stem () and heated so as to clamp said small tube to the stem.554. The method of claim 1 ...

TWISTED WIRE BRUSH AND METHOD OF MAKING

A twisted wire brush comprises a wire core and at least one length of spring coil. The wire core has a first length, defines a core axis, and comprises at least two core wires intertwined. The core wires twist helically about the core axis. Each length of spring coil extends about at least one of the core wires, and each length of spring coil is pressed between the twisted core wires. In another embodiment, a method of making a twisted wire brush comprises providing at least two core wires, positioning a length of spring coil about each core wire, aligning each length of spring coil, and twisting each core wire about a core axis. In yet another embodiment, a grill brush comprises a handle, a plurality of twisted core wires attached to the handle, and at least one length of spring coil, each length extending about at least one core wire.

STRAIGHT COMB TECHNOLOGY ON TWISTED MOLDED/WIRED BRUSH

A cosmetic brush including a rod extending from a grip and a brush part defined proximate the opposite end of the rod. The brush part defines a plurality of brush bristles positioned in a twisted configuration and a plurality of comb bristles positioned in at least one non-twisted comb line.

HAIR STYLING DEVICE

A hair styling device including a handle and a body connected thereto. A plurality of hair separating members comprising fine hair separators and coarse hair separators are secured to the body and extend outwardly therefrom. The body may be hollow and include a plurality of openings through an external wall, and at least one hair separating member is disposed through each opening. The coarse hair separators are structured to create spaces between sections of hair upon use, through which hot air can be applied. Moreover, the coarse hair separators are evenly dispersed throughout the body for more efficient hair drying.

COSMETIC APPLICATOR HAVING FIBRES

A device for packaging and applying a makeup product, having a reservoir containing the makeup product to be applied, and an applicator for applying the makeup product, having an applicator member, carried by the stem, having a plurality of fibres, the fibres having a plurality of portions, at least two portions of which are made of different materials, and the fibres not having, in cross section, an articulated zone defined by one of the portions, the portions made of different materials each defining a part of the outer perimeter p of the fibre in section, or one of the portions made of different materials entirely surrounding the other in section and having at least one region that narrows towards the outside. 114.-. (canceled)15. A device for packaging and applying a makeup product , having:a reservoir containing the makeup product to be applied, and 'an applicator member, carried by the stem, having a plurality of fibres, the fibres having a plurality of portions, at least two portions of which are made of different materials, and the fibres not having, in cross section, an articulated zone defined by one of the portions,', 'an applicator for applying the makeup product, having(i) the portions made of different materials each defining a part of the outer perimeter p of the fibre in section, or(ii) one of the portions made of different materials entirely surrounding the other in section and having at least one region that narrows towards the outside.16. The device according to claim 15 , wherein each fibre has between 2 and 8 of said portions.17. The device according to claim 15 , wherein each fibre has between 2 and 8 portions made of different materials.18. The device according to claim 15 , wherein the portions are co-extruded.19. The device according to claim 15 , wherein the portions have a constant section and extend longitudinally along the entire length of the fibre.20. The device according to claim 19 , wherein the portions are continuous along the ...

Balling and Weighing Yarn

The apparatus () is used for forming a ball of yarn. It contains a container () having an internal volume () which is outwardly bounded in the vertical direction partially by an internal wall () and in the horizontal direction completely by the internal wall (). The internal wall () has an inlet opening () through which the yarn is injectable into the internal volume () by means of an air flow. The internal wall () is rigid. The internal volume () has a downwardly open outlet opening () for a yarn ball formed in the internal volume (). A lower part () of the internal wall () is inclined downwardly towards the outlet opening (). By virtue of the rigid construction, the apparatus is simple and cost-effective. Possible problems with moving parts are avoided. 1. An apparatus for forming a ball of yarn , comprising:a container with an internal volume that is outwardly bounded in the vertical direction partially by an internal wall and in the horizontal direction completely by the internal wallan inlet opening provided in the internal wall through which the yarn is injectable into the internal volume by means of an air flow,the internal wall formed in a rigid manner,the internal volume comprising a downwardly open outlet opening for the ball of yarn formed in the internal volume, anda lower part of the internal wall inclined downwardly towards the outlet opening along the entire circumference of the outlet opening.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein an angle of inclination of the bottom part of the internal wall to the horizontal is not greater than −10° claim 1 , and lies between −30° and −10° for example claim 1 , and is preferably −15°.3. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the internal volume is circular-symmetrical about a vertical axis.4. An apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the internal wall substantially has the shape of a part of an embedded torus claim 3 , which is defined by a circle disposed in a horizontal plane and whose axis ...

Head For An Oral Care Implement

A head for an oral care implement comprises a mounting surface and at least one tuft extending from the mounting surface. The tuft comprises a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments. The first group of filaments is surrounded by the second group of filaments. The filaments of the first group have a first length and the filaments of the second group have a second length, the first length being different from the second length. The difference in length between the first length and the second length is about 1.1 mm to about 1.9 mm. 1. A head for an oral care implement comprising:a mounting surface, the filaments of the first group having a first length and the filaments of the second group having a second length, the first length being different from the second length,', 'wherein each filament of the first tuft has a longitudinal axis and a cross-sectional area extending in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, and the filaments of the first group have a diameter being smaller than the diameter of the filaments of the second group;, 'wherein the first tuft comprises a first group of filaments and at least a second group of filaments, the first group of filaments being surrounded by the second group of filaments,'}, 'a first tuft extending from the mounting surface,'} 'the filaments of the third group having a third length;', 'wherein the second tuft comprises a third group of filaments,'}, 'a second tuft extending from the mounting surface,'}wherein the first tuft and second tuft are inclined in opposite directions.2. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the cross-sectional area of the first tuft has a circular claim 1 , substantially circular claim 1 , or non-circular shape.3. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the first tuft is inclined in a first direction towards a proximal end of the head and the second tuft is inclined in a second direction towards a distal end of the head.4. The head according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

HAIR METHOD

A method of comparatively evaluating the efficacy of a series of hair products, the method comprising, in any order, the steps of applying each individual product or product system to an individual test hair switch; each hair switch being subjected to the same regime of two or more aggressors, once a day for 4 or more days; and the condition of the switches being assessed and compared. 1. A method of comparatively evaluating the efficacy of a series of hair products , the method comprising , in any order , the steps of;Applying each individual product or product system to an individual test hair switch;Each hair switch being subjected to the same regime of two or more aggressors, once a day for 4 or more days; andThe condition of the switches being assessed and compared.2. A method according claim 1 , wherein the two or more aggressors are selected from colouring claim 1 , bleaching claim 1 , brushing or combing claim 1 , heat styling claim 1 , blow drying claim 1 , humidity claim 1 , pollution in the atmosphere claim 1 , hard or soft water claim 1 , UV light claim 1 , wind claim 1 , rain claim 1 , various other weather types claim 1 , climatic changes (e.g. going from high to low heat or humidity quickly) claim 1 , chlorine/swimming pool water claim 1 , salt/sea water claim 1 , backcombing claim 1 , sweating claim 1 , perming claim 1 , chemical treatment (for example chemical straightening claim 1 , relaxing etc.) claim 1 , exerting friction on the hair.3. A method according claim 1 , wherein the aggressors are representative of the average climatic conditions of a particular geographical location.4. A method according to wherein;the hair switch or switches are subjected to chlorine, wind, UV, sea salt water and humidityevery day for 14 daysthe hair switch or switches are treated every day with the selected hair products or product systemsthe hair switch or switches are tested for damage by measuring breakage on combing.5. A method according to wherein the two or ...

Oral Care Implement

An oral care implement having tooth cleaning elements and an elastomeric soft tissue cleanser. In one aspect, the oral care implement has a handle and a head () coupled to the handle, an elastomeric soft tissue cleanser having a plurality of protuberances () extending from a rear surface of the head (), and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements () extending from a front surface of the head. The protuberances () of the elastomeric soft tissue cleanser collectively define a convex longitudinal side profile and comprise at least one convex transverse top profile. The plurality of tooth cleaning elements () collectively define a concave longitudinal side profile and comprise at least one concave transverse top profile. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle;a head coupled to the handle, the head comprising a front surface and a rear surface opposite the front surface, the head extending from a proximal end to a distal end along a longitudinal axis;an elastomeric soft tissue cleanser comprising a plurality of protuberances extending from the rear surface of the head and terminating in free ends, the free ends of the protuberances collectively defining a convex longitudinal side profile and comprising at least one convex transverse top profile; anda plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending from the front surface of the head and terminating in free ends, the free ends of the tooth cleaning elements collectively defining a concave longitudinal side profile and comprising at least one concave transverse top profile.2. The oral care implement according to wherein each of the plurality of protuberances has a height measured from the rear surface of the head to its free end claim 1 , wherein the convex longitudinal side profile defined by the free ends of the protuberances is formed due to a variation in the heights of the protuberances in a direction of the longitudinal axis claim 1 , and wherein the convex transverse top profile of the free ends of the ...

Swept brush assembly

The exemplary embodiments provide a device for cleaning a drinking glass having interior and exterior surfaces where the device includes a body having a top and bottom. The device preferably includes an elongate member which contains a first portion that contacts the interior surfaces of the glass while a second portion contacts the exterior surfaces of the glass. The elongate member preferably has a plurality of bristles extending therefrom. In some embodiments, the elongate member is similar to a pipe cleaner.

FIBERS WITH MULTICOMPONENT FIBERS USED FOR CODING

Disclosed are fibers which contains identification fibers. The identification fibers can contain a plurality of distinct features, or taggants, which vary among the fibers and/or along the length of the identification fibers of the fibers, a fiber band, or. The disclosed embodiments also relate to the method for making and characterizing the fibers. Characterization of the fibers can include identifying distinct features, combinations of distinct features, and number of fibers with various combinations of distinct features to supply chain information. The supply chain information can be used to track the fibers, fiber band, or yarn from manufacturing through intermediaries, conversion to final product, and/or the consumer. 1. Fibers comprising identification fibers , 'wherein each of the multicomponent fibers comprises 2 to 100 segments,', 'wherein the identification fibers comprise multicomponent fibers,'}wherein each of the identification fibers exhibits at least one distinct feature,wherein each of the multicomponent fibers exhibits the at least one distinct feature comprising one or more taggant segment counts, one or more taggant segment shapes, one or more taggant segment sizes, one or more taggant segment geometrical relationships, or one or more taggant segment pointers,wherein the identification fibers comprise one or more groups of distinguishable identification fibers, each group of the distinguishable identification fibers being formed by the identification fibers having the same distinct feature or a same combination of the distinct features, 'wherein at least one of the fiber counts corresponds to a taggant fiber count; and', 'wherein a number of the identification fibers in each group of the distinguishable identification fibers is defined as a fiber count,'}wherein (i) the distinct features in each group of the distinguishable identification fibers and (ii) the one or more taggant fiber counts are representative of a code of the fibers.2. The fibers ...

Methods, processes, and apparatuses for producing welded substrates

A welding process may be configured to convert a substrate into a welded substrate by applying a process solvent to the substrate, wherein the process solvent interrupts one or more intermolecular force between one or more component in the substrate. The substrate may be configured as a natural fiber, such as cellulose, hemicelluloses, and silk. The process solvent may be configured as an ionic-liquid based solvent and the welded substrate may be a congealed network after the process solvent has been adequately swollen and/or mobilized the substrate. A welding process may be configured such that individual fibers of a substrate are not fully dissolved such that material in the fiber core may be left in the native state by controlling process variables. The welding process fibers may have a tenacity 10% or 20% greater or a diameter 25% less than that of a cellulosic-based yarn substrate. 1. A method for making a welded substrate , said method comprising the steps of:a. providing a substrate;b. applying a process solvent to said substrate to create a process wetted substrate, wherein said process solvent is capable of swelling and mobilizing at least one polymer in said substrate, wherein said process solvent is at least 30 percent-by-weight ionic liquid, and wherein a mass ratio of said process solvent to said substrate is 6:1 or less;c. controlling at least a temperature and a duration of time for which said process solvent interacts with said process wetted substrate; and,d. removing at least a portion of said process solvent from said process wetted substrate.2. The method according to wherein said method is further defined such that said substrate moves in a non-linear fashion after said process solvent is applied thereto.3. The method according to wherein said process solvent is further defined as comprising 3-ethyl-1-methylimidazolium acetate.4. The method according to wherein said process solvent is further defined as comprising 3-butyl-1-methylimidizolum ...

Brush for applying nail varnish and method

A brush for the application of nail varnish, or a similar product, includes a tuft obtained from a bundle of bristles which are substantially parallel and folded in two halfway along their length. The bristles are fixed at the folded part in a housing opening at the end of the rod. The bristles have cross-sections bounded by a circle of constant diameter and are chosen from at least two groups. The bristles of one group are arranged so as to exhibit a different mechanical behavior in flexure to that of the bristles of the other group so that these groups give a brush tuft which is open to the air and spread out, with relatively large spaces between bristles to promote good capillary action for varnishes whose viscosity may vary over a wide range.

Electric toothbrush

Elektrische Zahnbürste (1), umfassend einen Griff (3) und einen Bürstenkopf (2), der um eine oszillierende Achse (7) oszilliert, wobei der Kopf Borstenbüschel (5) und ein gummiartiges Reinigungselement umfasst, welches eine sich radial erstreckende elastische Wand (6) aufweist, wobei sich die Borsten weiter vom Bürstenkopf erstrecken als das oder jedes gummiartige Reinigungselement (6). electrical toothbrush (1), comprising a handle (3) and a brush head (2) surrounding an oscillating Axis (7) oscillates, with the head tufts (5) and a rubbery Cleaning element comprising a radially extending elastic wall (6), wherein the bristles of the brush head extend as the or each rubbery cleaning element (6).

Massage brush with two sets of bristles - with one set of bristles being capable of being moved axially

A brush for massaging the body, has a body formed from a circular housing (20) with an internal screw thread (46). This screw thread receives an inner cap (44) with bristles (30) formed into tufts which are distributed over its end face. The housing (20) is fitted with an outer clip-on cap (16) which carries a second group of bristles (28). This second cap (16) has holes through which the bristles of the first cap project. The inner cap can be driven in rotation by the first cap so that the inner cap is driven further in or out of the housing thus retracting or extending the first group of bristles. USE - Massage.

Oral Care Implement Having Diverging Cleaning Elements

An oral care implement implementing a cleaning element arrangement having diverging cleaning elements. In one aspect, the invention is an oral care implement comprising a handle and a head. A plurality of cleaning elements extend from the first surface of the head so as to form a ring about an axis extending from the first surface of the head. Each of the cleaning elements extend from the first surface of the head at an inclined orientation so as to radially diverge from the axis. In one embodiment, a cleaning element wall also extends from the first surface of the head and circumferentially surrounds the plurality of cleaning elements. In another aspect, the invention may be an apparatus for incorporation into an ansate oral care implement that utilizes the aforementioned arrangement of cleaning elements.

manual toothbrush

ESCOVA DE DENTES MANUAL. Uma escova de dentes manual que tem elementos de higiene oral arranjados em polígonos com um elemento de higiene oral em cada vértice, e que tem diversos polígonos alinhados um dentro do outro. Os elementos de higiene oral podem ser cerdas que podem ser de dois tipos diferentes, ou elementos elastômeros e podem conter aditivo de polimento de dentes. A superfície da cabeça da escova de dentes pode ser chata ou pode ter sua região distal a partir do cabo inclinada para cima. MANUAL TOOTHBRUSH. A manual toothbrush that has oral hygiene elements arranged in polygons with an oral hygiene element at each vertex, and that has several polygons aligned within each other. Oral hygiene elements can be bristles that can be of two different types, or elastomeric elements and can contain teeth polishing additives. The surface of the toothbrush head may be flat or may have its distal region from the handle tilted upwards.

Broom block with bristle structure

Ein Besenblock, umfassend einen Grundkörper (100), von welchem Büschel (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) aus Borsten abragen, ist im Hinblick auf die Aufgabe, einen Besenblock anzugeben, mit dem unterschiedlich große Partikel und Mischungen derselben problemlos gekehrt werden können, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Büschel (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) einen Querschnitt aufweisen, der von einer runden oder kreisrunden Form abweicht. A broom block comprising a base body (100), from which tufts (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) protrude from bristles, is in view of the task to provide a broom block, with the particles of different sizes and mixtures thereof can be swept easily, characterized in that the tufts (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) have a cross section which deviates from a round or circular shape.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement having tooth cleaning elements and an elastomeric soft tissue cleanser. In one aspect, the oral care implement has a handle and a head ( 110 ) coupled to the handle, an elastomeric soft tissue cleanser having a plurality of protuberances ( 152 ) extending from a rear surface of the head ( 110 ), and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements ( 115 ) extending from a front surface of the head. The protuberances ( 152 ) of the elastomeric soft tissue cleanser collectively define a convex longitudinal side profile and comprise at least one convex transverse top profile. The plurality of tooth cleaning elements ( 115 ) collectively define a concave longitudinal side profile and comprise at least one concave transverse top profile.

Device, in particular brush, for applying a product to keratinic fibers

Brush with alternate rows of angled tufts

A brush may include a first row of tufts and a second row of tufts. The tufts in the first row may be angled in a first direction while the tufts in the second row may be angled in a second direction that is different from the first direction.

MASSAGE DEVICE FOR THE SKIN SURFACE

Matt-finishing brush, especially for working metal jewellery items; has brush core with parallel spokes bearing wire pieces having free ends bent forwards and stops for wire pieces between spokes

The brush (1) has a rotationally symmetrical brush core (2) having disc-shaped flanges and several axially parallel spokes (5), which are arranged parallel to the hub at the same diameter, and which have wire pieces (6) for working the surface. Parallel stops (7,8) for the sire pieces are arranged between the spokes. The free ends (6a) of the wire pieces are bent forwards in the rotation direction. The deflection distance of the wire pieces in the rotation direction of the brush core is limited. The wire pieces are braked and held in the radial position at the brush core before contacting the work piece.

Matt blow brush, in particular for processing metal jewelry