U.S. patent application number 11/527202 was filed with the patent office on 2007-05-03 for hairband.
Invention is credited to Priti Srivastava Moudgill.
Application Number | 20070094768 11/527202 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 37994367 |
Filed Date | 2007-05-03 |
United States Patent
Application |
20070094768 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Moudgill; Priti Srivastava |
May 3, 2007 |
Hairband
Abstract
Novel embodiments of hairbands are provided. The design of the
hairbands allows them to be versatile so that they can be worn in a
variety of ways such as bandana-style or scarf style; embellished
or plain and scrunched or flat.
Inventors: |
Moudgill; Priti Srivastava;
(White Plains, NY) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Priti Srivastava Moudgill
143 Juniper Hill Road
White Plains
NY
10607
US
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Family ID: |
37994367 |
Appl. No.: |
11/527202 |
Filed: |
September 26, 2006 |
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60721764 |
Sep 29, 2005 |
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60726139 |
Oct 13, 2005 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
2/171 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A42B 1/041 20130101;
A45D 8/36 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
002/171 |
International
Class: |
A42B 1/04 20060101
A42B001/04 |
Claims
1. A novel hairband, such hairband including (a) a substantially
cylindrical piece of material (b) the cylindrical piece of material
including at least one twist whereby the cylindrical piece of
material includes a portion that has a significantly reduced
width.
2. A novel hairband, such hairband including (a) a rectangular
piece of material (b) said rectangular piece of material including
at least one opening (c) one end of said rectangular piece of
material woven through said opening (d) said one end of rectangular
piece attached to the second end of said rectangular piece whereby
said rectangular piece of material forms the shape of a
figure-8.
3. A novel substantially circular hairband, such hairband including
(a) a scrunched portion (b) a flat portion whereby said circular
hairband can be worn over a bundle of hair with the scrunched
portion hidden from view by the flat portion providing a stylish
new ponytail accessory.
Description
FIELD OF INVENTION
[0001] This invention relates to an improved hairband and various
embodiments thereof. This invention is related to the following
provisional patent applications: [0002] 60/719,846 filed Sep. 24,
2005 titled Collapsible Headband [0003] 60/719,847 filed Sep. 24,
2005 titled Multi-loop Headband [0004] 60/721,764 filed Sep. 29,
2005 titled Hairband [0005] 60/726,139 filed Oct. 13, 2005 titled
Collapsible Headband [0006] 60/742,277 filed Dec. 5, 2005 titled
Customizable Headband Inventor requests that this patent
application be given the benefit of the filing dates for the
above-mentioned provisional applications.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0007] Hairbands and ponytail holders, such as that disclosed in
U.S. Design Pat. No. 292,030, are well known in the art. In fact,
the arena of hair accessories is considered a crowded art because
of the constant introduction of improvements. However, many of
these innovations represent incremental changes. Some of the
inventions that have proved marketable are disclosed in U.S. Pat.
No. D402,082 by Lee and U.S. Pat. No. D365918 by Izegbu et al.
Unfortunately, many hair accessory innovations that crowd the art
are both contrived and impractical. It is thus the intention of
this invention to introduce hair accessories that are both
innovative as well as practical, easy to use and stylish.
OBJECT AND ADVANTAGES
[0008] It is the object of this invention to provide a collapsible
bandeau style headband that can be worn either narrow or wide
without bunching up under the wearer's hair at the nape.
[0009] It is also the object of this invention to provide an easy
to wear hair accessory.
[0010] It is an additional object of this invention to provide a
cold-weather headgear that serves as a stylish cap-alternative.
[0011] It is a further object of this invention to provide a
customizable headband that can be embellished.
[0012] It is also the object of this invention to provide a
customizable headband that can be used as an ordinary headband.
[0013] It is an additional object of this invention to provide a
new toy in the form of a customizable kit that includes a fun
selection of bands, ribbons and laces that little girls can use to
enhance their creativity by mixing and matching and creating new
looks.
[0014] It is the object of this invention to provide a multi-loop
headband that helps the wearer hold back her hair better than with
a conventional headband.
[0015] It is the object of this invention to provide a multi-loop
headband that simulates the look of multiple headbands worn
together.
[0016] It is also an object of this invention to provide multiple
embodiments of an accessory that can be worn around the neck in the
manner of a muffler or a scarf.
[0017] It is yet another object of this invention to provide a
ponytailer hairband that can be worn to provide a sleek look.
[0018] It is the object of this invention to provide a ponytailer
hairband that is easy to use and to understand.
[0019] It is also the object of this invention to provide a soft
and comfortable ponytailer hair accessory.
[0020] It is a further object of this invention to provide an easy
to manufacture fashion accessory.
[0021] It is yet another object of this invention to provide a
stylish fashion accessory.
[0022] Other and still further objects, features and advantages of
the customizable headband of this invention will become obvious
from a reading of the following detailed description of a preferred
form of the present invention, taken in conjunction with the
accompanying drawings.
DRAWING FIGURES
[0023] FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of the customizable
headband, of the current invention
[0024] FIG. 2 shows the rear view of the customizable headband, of
the current invention
[0025] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of the customizable
headband, of this invention with a scarf added on
[0026] FIG. 4 shows a perspective view of a second embodiment of
the customizable headband of this invention with a ribbon added
on
[0027] FIG. 5 shows a rear view of a third embodiment of the
customizable headband of this invention with a ribbon added on
[0028] FIG. 6 shows a perspective view of a fourth embodiment of
the customizable headband of this invention
[0029] FIG. 7 shows a rear view of a fifth embodiment of the
customizable headband of this invention
[0030] FIG. 8 shows the first embodiment of the customizable
headband of this invention with a scarf tied in a bow
[0031] FIG. 10 shows the preferred embodiment of the collapsible
headband of the current invention.
[0032] FIG. 9 shows a second embodiment of the collapsible headband
of the current invention.
[0033] FIG. 11 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn as a headwrap.
[0034] FIG. 12 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn as a bandana.
[0035] FIG. 13 shows a third embodiment of the collapsible headband
of this invention.
[0036] FIG. 14 shows the third embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention on a wearer.
[0037] FIG. 15 shows the third embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention twisted into a knot.
[0038] FIG. 16 shows a fourth embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention on a wearer.
[0039] FIG. 17 shows the fourth embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention on a wearer.
[0040] FIG. 18 shows a fifth embodiment of the collapsible headband
of this invention on a wearer.
[0041] FIG. 19 shows the fifth embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention.
[0042] FIG. 20 shows a sixth embodiment of the collapsible headband
of this invention.
[0043] FIG. 21 shows a seventh embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention
[0044] FIG. 22 shows an eighth embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention
[0045] FIG. 23 shows the basic embodiment, of FIG. 13, twisted at
its midpoint
[0046] FIG. 24 shows a cap formed by twisting and folding the
collapsible headband of this invention
[0047] FIG. 25 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn around the neck in the manner of a turtleneck
[0048] FIG. 26 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn in the manner of a square scarf
[0049] FIG. 27 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn in the manner of a long muffler or scarf.
[0050] FIG. 28 shows a perspective view of a first embodiment of
the multi-loop headband of this invention.
[0051] FIG. 29 shows a perspective view of a second embodiment of
the multi-loop headband of this invention.
[0052] FIG. 30 shows a third embodiment of the multi-loop headband
of this invention.
[0053] FIG. 31 shows a fourth embodiment of the multi-loop headband
of this invention.
[0054] FIG. 32 shows the multi-loop headband of this invention as
worn by a user.
[0055] FIGS. 33 and 34 show two different views of the first
embodiment of the ponytailer hairband of this invention.
[0056] FIG. 35 shows a second embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention.
[0057] FIG. 36 shows a third embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention.
[0058] FIG. 37 shows a fourth embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention.
[0059] FIG. 38 shows a fifth embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention.
REFERENCE NUMERALS IN DRAWINGS
[0060] 2 preferred embodiment of the customizable headband of this
invention [0061] 4 an incision at the rear of the customizable
headband of this invention [0062] 6 scarf [0063] 8 second
embodiment of the customizable headband of this invention [0064] 10
loop on the second embodiment of the customizable headband of this
invention [0065] 12 ribbon [0066] 14 a third embodiment of the
customizable headband of this invention [0067] 16 loop [0068] 18
ribbon [0069] 20 a fourth embodiment of the customizable headband
of this invention [0070] 22 a circular incision in the customizable
headband of this invention [0071] 24 a fifth embodiment of the
customizable headband of this invention [0072] 26 a slit in the
customizable headband of this invention [0073] 28 scarf [0074] 30
bow [0075] 32 preferred embodiment of the collapsible headband of
this invention [0076] 33 second embodiment of the collapsible
headband of this invention [0077] 34 inside of the preferred
embodiment of the collapsible headband of this invention [0078] 35
movable loop on second embodiment of the collapsible headband of
this invention [0079] 36 twist in the preferred embodiment of the
collapsible headband of this invention [0080] 38 wearer [0081] 40
third embodiment of the collapsible headband of this invention
[0082] 42 elastic bands at edges of third embodiment of the
collapsible headband of this invention [0083] 44 knot formed by
twisting third embodiment of the collapsible headband of this
invention [0084] 46 fourth embodiment of the collapsible headband
of this invention [0085] 48 ties [0086] 50 fifth embodiment of the
collapsible headband of this invention [0087] 52 ties [0088] 54
sixth embodiment of the collapsible headband of this invention
[0089] 55 elasticized section [0090] 56 seventh embodiment of the
collapsible headband of this invention [0091] 57 elasticized
section [0092] 58 eighth embodiment of the collapsible headband of
this invention [0093] 60 ties [0094] 62 third embodiment embodiment
of the collapsible headband of this invention, twisted at
mid-section [0095] 64 cap [0096] 65 collapsible headband worn as a
muff around neck [0097] 66 portion of collapsible headband worn
around neck [0098] 67 portion of collapsible headband worn around
head [0099] 68 portion of collapsible headband worn around neck
[0100] 69 portion of collapsible headband worn around neck like a
long scarf [0101] 72 a first embodiment of the multi-loop headband
of this invention [0102] 74 a second embodiment of the multi-loop
headband of this invention [0103] 76 a twist in the second
embodiment of the multi-loop headband of this invention [0104] 78 a
third embodiment of the multi-loop headband of this invention
[0105] 80, 82 prior art belt buckle [0106] 83 head of a user [0107]
84, 86 two loops of the multi-loop headband of this invention
[0108] 88 a fourth and preferred embodiment of the multi-loop
headband of this invention [0109] 90 an opening in the preferred
embodiment of the multi-loop headband of this invention [0110] 92 a
FIG. 8 loop in multi-loop headband 88 of this invention [0111] 93
first embodiment of the hairband of this invention [0112] 94
unscrunched or smooth portion of hairband 92 of this invention
[0113] 97 second embodiment of the hairband of this invention
[0114] 98 unscrunched portion of hairband 97 of this invention
[0115] 96 third embodiment of the hairband of this invention [0116]
95 elastic circle [0117] 99 fourth embodiment of the hairband of
this invention [0118] 91 exposed elastic [0119] 89 included elastic
[0120] 100 fifth embodiment of the hairband of this invention
[0121] 102 smooth portion of hairband 100 of this invention
SUMMARY
[0122] The present invention provides various embodiments of
hairbands. Anyone who is familiar with hair accessories will know
that there have been very few innovations in the field of bandeau
bands and hairbands. The current invention seeks to change that by
disclosing improvements that are significant while also being easy
to manufacture as well as easy to use. The collapsible band, for
example, provides a significant improvement on existing wide bands
by borrowing the concept of the mobius from mathematics. The
incorporation of one or more twists prevent bunching of the band
under hair at the nape. This makes the band very comfortable to
wear while also making it more attractive by preventing funneling
that happens with currently available bands. The customizable band
of this invention can be customized by the addition of ribbons,
scarves, beaded strings, ties, etc to the headband. The multi-loop
band not only simulates the look of multiple bands without having
the user try and adjust multiple bands but it also provides better
hair-holding ability by allowing for the placement of the band at
more than one region. The new hairband is an improvement over
existing scrunchies because it allows the placement of embroidery
or other embellishments on the flat front while also presenting a
sleek look as opposed to the sloppy, scrunched look of a scrunchie.
All of the above mentioned embodiments present significant
improvements over existing hairbands.
[0123] Other embodiments are also shown in the drawings.
[0124] The design of the current invention presents several
advantages.
[0125] The simple designs of the various embodiments allow for easy
manufacturing and also translate to reasonable costs for the
consumer.
[0126] The simple designs of the various embodiments make them easy
to use and easy to explain to the user by means of a simple
illustration.
[0127] Additionally, the embodiments of this invention provide
options for a stylish new hair accessory. This is particularly
important in a market that is constantly hungry for new trends.
DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0128] Various aspects of the present invention will evolve from
the following detailed description of the currently preferred
embodiment thereof which should be taken in conjunction with the
prior described drawings.
[0129] FIG. 1 shows the preferred embodiment of the customizable
headband 2 of this invention. Incisions 4 can be seen at the rear
of the band. There are four such incisions though the number of
incisions can be as few as one and as many as can be included on
the headband.
[0130] FIG. 2 shows the rear view of the customizable headband of
this invention. Incisions 4 can be seen on the band with one pair
of incisions placed on the right of the centerline and one pair on
the left.
[0131] FIG. 3 shows how a scarf 6 can be easily added to headband
2. Each of the two ends of a long scarf has been woven through a
pair of incisions 4. This enables a wearer to quickly wear a scarf
securely on her head without worrying about it slipping off.
[0132] FIG. 4 shows headband 8 which is a second embodiment of the
customizable headband of this invention. Headband 8 has four loops
instead of incisions. Ribbon 12 has been woven through loops 10 of
the headband in FIG. 4. The free ends of ribbon 12 may be left to
dangle or they may be tied together. Alternatively the ends of
ribbon 12 can be reinserted through loops 10 to secure them. Ends
12 may also be tucked into the band.
[0133] FIG. 5 shows a third embodiment 14 of the customizable
headband of this invention. This embodiment has a single loop 16
through which both the ends of ribbon 18 have been woven.
[0134] FIG. 6 shows a fourth embodiment 20 of the customizable
headband of this invention. This embodiment has circular openings
22 through which a scarf or ribbon can be woven.
[0135] FIG. 7 shows a fifth embodiment of headband 24 of this
invention. Headband 24 has a single incision 26 through which scarf
28 has been woven.
[0136] FIG. 8 shows the customizable headband of this invention
with a scarf woven through incisions 4. Bow 30 has been made in the
scarf. The bow may be positioned so it is near the temples or near
the top of the forehead or behind the ears. The headband may be
worn with the incisions or loops at the back or in front or at the
sides of the head.
[0137] FIG. 10 shows the preferred embodiment 32 of the collapsible
headband of the current invention. Twist 36 helps reduce bulk under
the wearer's hair. It also helps maintain the headband in a
scrunched-up condition thus preventing hair at the nape from being
pushed upwards. Underside 34 can be seen behind twisted section
36.
[0138] FIG. 9 shows a second embodiment 33 of the collapsible
headband of the current invention. The loop 35 can be slid along
the circumference to help scrunch the band. Loop 35 can be made of
any material such as fabric, plastic, metal, wood, etc. It can also
be made removable.
[0139] FIG. 11 shows collapsible headband 32 of this invention worn
as a headwrap by wearer 38. In this figure, the headband is seen in
a collapsed or scrunched condition.
[0140] FIG. 12 shows collapsible headband 32 of this invention worn
as a bandana by wearer 38.
[0141] FIG. 13 shows third embodiment 40 of the collapsible
headband of this invention. Elastic bands 42 flank two circular
edges of the cylinder of fabric.
[0142] FIG. 14 shows third embodiment 40 of the collapsible
headband of this invention with one of the two bands 42 near the
wearer's hairline.
[0143] FIG. 15 shows third embodiment 40 of the collapsible
headband of this invention twisted into knot 44.
[0144] FIG. 16 shows fourth embodiment 46 of the collapsible
headband of this invention on a wearer. One circular edge of the
headband is provided with a drawstring tie 48. FIG. 17 shows the
fourth embodiment 46 on a wearer. Drawstring ties 48 allows the
wearer to form a ponytail with the help of drawstring ties 48.
[0145] FIG. 18 shows fifth embodiment 50 of the collapsible
headband of this invention on a wearer. This embodiment is made in
the manner of "do rags", a popular hair accessory with both men and
women in the African American community. Ties 52 help provide the
look of a "do rag". FIG. 19 shows fifth embodiment 50 with ties
52.
[0146] FIG. 20 shows sixth embodiment 54 of the collapsible
headband of this invention. A portion of the band is scrunched in
order to reduce bulk under the hair of the wearer. FIG. 20 shows
elasticized portion 55. Instead of elasticizing only a portion of
the long edges of the band, the scrunched portion can extend from
one circular edge to the other. This is shown in FIG. 21 in the
seventh embodiment of the collapsible headband of this invention.
Elasticized portion 57 forms a straight line extending
substantially from one circular edge to the other.
[0147] FIG. 22 shows eighth embodiment 58 of the collapsible
headband of this invention. Drawstring 60 is provided along a
straight line extending substantially from a one circular edge to
the other. Drawstring 60 can be used to achieve the look of the
embodiment 56.
[0148] FIG. 23 shows how headband 62, similar to the basic
embodiment, of FIG. 13, can be twisted at its midsection. And then
folded so as to form a cap 64 as shown in FIG. 24.
[0149] FIG. 25 shows collapsible headband 65 worn around the neck
in the manner of a turtleneck.
[0150] FIG. 26 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn in the manner of a square scarf where portion 67 goes around
the head of the wearer while portion 68 is worn around the neck.
The headband for this embodiment needs be longer than one intended
to be just worn over the head.
[0151] FIG. 27 shows the collapsible headband of this invention
worn in the manner of a long muffler or scarf with portion 66
hugging the neck and portion 69 loosely wound around the neck. The
headband for this embodiment needs be longer than one intended to
be just worn over the head.
[0152] FIG. 28 shows a perspective view of a first embodiment of
the multi-loop headband of this invention. Headband 72 is
substantially cylindrical in shape. The circumference of headband
72 is such that it can loop at least twice around the head of the
user. Headband 72 is ideally made of a stretchable material as
least in part. This will allow for easy placement of the headband
as well as allow for one size to fit all (or most) wearers. The
width of the headband can be as narrow as a few millimeters or as
wide as a few inches.
[0153] FIG. 29 shows a perspective view of a second embodiment of
the multi-loop headband of this invention. The circle of the
headband carries twist 76. This twist can be included in the
headband to help the headband 74 lie flat on the head of the wearer
once it has been looped twice around the head of the wearer. More
than one twist may be incorporated. The headband of this invention
can be similarly made in the shape of a mobius strip. A rectangular
strip of material is twisted once before joining the two short
sides. Thus the inner surface smoothly transitions to an outside
surface and then back again.
[0154] FIG. 30 shows third embodiment 78 of the multi-loop headband
of this invention. In this embodiment the headband carries belt
buckles 80 and 82 which can be closed easily to form the circle of
a headband. The length of the headband also carries an adjusting
mechanism. This design of the headband will allow it to double as a
belt.
[0155] FIG. 31 shows fourth embodiment 88 of the multi-loop
headband of this invention. In this embodiment, the preferred
embodiment, the headband is made in a figure-8 configuration. The
two loops of the figure-8 can be created by incorporating an
opening 90 along the length of the band. One free end of the band
is then threaded through opening 90. The two free ends of the
headband are then joined thus creating loop 92.
[0156] FIG. 32 shows the multi-loop headband of this invention as
worn by a user 83. The headband is wrapped around the head of the
wearer such that it forms a front loop 84 for holding hair near the
hairline and a loop 86 that sits slightly behind the first loop.
The headband may be used as an ear-warmer in which case one or more
loops of the headband may be placed over the wearer's ears.
[0157] FIGS. 33 and 34 show two different views of the first
embodiment of the ponytailer hairband of this invention. This is
the preferred embodiment. Hairband 93 has a scrunchy-like portion
that is essentially a fabric-covered elastic. Instead of fabric,
other equivalent materials may be used. If fabric is used it may be
woven, knit, mesh, crocheted, or in the form of ribbons or any
other configuration that is used for such ponytailers. Hairband 93
also has an unscrunched portion 94. When hairband 93 is worn around
a ponytail, portion 94 can be placed last over the ponytail so that
it is the most visible part of hairband 93. It helps give the
ponytail a sleek look as opposed to a scrunched look. Hairband 93
can be made in many ways. A circle of elastic may be enclosed
inside an annular fabric and then attached at two points to the
fabric such that it doesn't stretch between those two points
forming portion 94 of the hairband. Alternatively instead of using
a complete circle of elastic, the length of elastic can be made to
extend only through the scrunched portion of hairband 93 with
portion 94 of the hairband being devoid of elastic. The two ends of
the elastic used in the scrunched portion can be attached to the
material of the retaining tube at the two ends of portion 94. A
stiff piece of material may be attached to or enclosed within
region 94 to help maintain a flat, sleek look.
[0158] FIG. 35 shows a second embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention. Hairband 97 is the scrunched portion of the
hairband. Region 98 is formed by placing an unscrunched, sleeve of
material over a portion of hairband 97. The length of region 98
should be such that it just barely goes around a ponytail. This
will ascertain that region 98 can help achieve the look of a sleek
scrunchy if it is positioned last after hairband 97 has been
tightened around a bundle of hair.
[0159] FIG. 36 shows a third embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention. In this embodiment an elastic circle 95 is
almost entirely covered by a sleeve 96. Sleeve 96 may be stiffened
by using an interfacing or a piece of leather or felt or any such
equivalent materials. Plastic may also be used as a stiffening
material. However, to maintain the comfort of a scrunchy hairband,
it is preferable that the stiffening material be a softer one as
opposed to hard plastic or wood or metal. While these materials may
be used, the preferred embodiment would be to use a softer, more
comfortable material.
[0160] FIG. 37 shows a fourth embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention. Elastic circle 91 has been woven in and out of
the fabric cover such that portions 89 are enclosed within the tube
of hairband 99. The regions that have the exposed length of elastic
can help achieve an unscrunched look. Using a stiffening material
will further help achieve the unscrunched look when the hairband is
properly positioned and adjusted over the ponytail of the
wearer.
[0161] FIG. 38 shows a fifth embodiment of the ponytailer hairband
of this invention. Hairband 100 can be seen to have a sleek portion
102 that can be a stiff piece of material that is attached to a
scrunched portion of hairband 100.
[0162] While certain novel features of this invention have been
shown and described, it is not intended to be limited to the
details above, since it will be understood that various omissions,
modifications, substitutions and changes in the forms and details
of the device illustrated and its operations can be made by those
skilled in the art without departing in any way from the spirit of
the present invention.
CONCLUSION, RAMIFICATIONS, AND SCOPE OF INVENTION
[0163] Thus the reader will see that the headband of the current
invention provides a fun, easy to use, and stylish hair accessory
that is an improvement on existing hairbands.
[0164] It is to be realized that the optimum dimensional
relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations
in size, materials, function, and manner of operation, assembly and
use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the
art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the
drawings and described in the specification are intended to be
encompassed by the present invention. While this description is
directed to a particular embodiment, it is understood that those
skilled in the art may conceive modifications and/or variations to
the specific embodiments shown and described herein. Any such
modifications or variations which fall within the purview of this
description are intended to be included as well. For instance, the
shape of the incisions may be varied so that they look like stars
or are square or amoeboid in shape. Also, the incisions do not have
to be grouped together. Rather they may be placed far apart from
each other. The specific positioning of the incisions may be varied
without taking away from the spirit of the invention. Thus, even
though the description above contains many specifics, these should
not be construed as limitations on the scope of the invention, but
rather as examples of preferred embodiments thereof.
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