Patent Publication Number: US-2022232922-A1

Title: Knit brim and uses thereof

Description:
PRIORITY 
     The present application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/855,023, filed on May 31, 2019, which is incorporated by reference in its entirety herein. 
    
    
     FIELD 
     The present disclosure relates generally to head wear and particularly, to a brim set to be used in a knit hat. 
     BACKGROUND 
     Millions of knit hats are worn in the U.S. market, which have no sun protection or specific style. Accordingly, there is a need to refit the currently-available knit hats in order to impart different functionalities, such as sun-proof, different styles, etc., in a convenient and economic way. 
     SUMMARY 
     Disclosed herein is a brim set for a knit hat, the brim set can include an adjustable strap in a circular shape and a brim attachment connectable onto the adjustable strap, wherein the edge of the knit hat can be folded up to form an annular space between an inner fabric and an outer fabric to house the adjustable strap. The brim set can include a plurality of brim attachments, wherein the brim attachments are distributed along the adjustable strap. The number of the brim attachments can be two, three, or four. In some embodiments, the brim attachment can include a light source. The light source is capable of displaying a variety of different colors. In some embodiments, the adjustable strap can include a frame and a fastener. The size of the adjustable strap can be adjusted by cooperating a plurality of pegs on the frame with a plurality of perforations on the fastener. In some embodiments, the size of the adjustable strap can be adjusted by cooperating a bead section and a tube section. In some embodiments, the brim set according to the present disclosure can include a connector to connect the brim attachment onto the adjustable strap. The connector can be a one-way connector or a two-way connector. The two-way connector can be a latch. The latch can include a rod to engage a dock present in a brim attachment and a clip to engage a frame or a fastener of the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, the brim attachment can include a plurality of docks having varying depths. The docks can provide for a distance of about 0.4 to 1.5 cm, about 2.0 to 3.1 cm, or about 3.3 to 3.8 cm between the brim attachment and the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, the adjustable strap can include an inner space. The inner space can be filled with a cooling element or a warming element. In some embodiments, the adjustable strap, the brim attachment, or both the adjustable strap and brim attachment can be made of a plastic material. 
     Also disclosed herein is a knit hat including a brim set present in an annular space between an inner fabric and an outer fabric of the hat formed by folding up an edge of the knit hat, wherein the brim set can include an adjustable strap in a circular shape, a brim attachment, and a connector to connect the brim attachment onto the adjustable strap. Further disclosed herein is a method of forming a knit hat, the method can include folding up an edge of the knit hat to form an annular space between an inner fabric and an outer fabric, and placing a brim set into the annular space, wherein the brim set can include an adjustable strap in a circular shape, a brim attachment, and a connector to connect the brim attachment onto the strap. Additionally disclosed herein is a brim set for a sweatband or headband, the brim set can include an adjustable strap in a circular shape and a brim attachment connectable onto the adjustable strap, wherein the sweatband or headband can include a double-layer fabric with a slit, thereby enabling the placement of the brim set through the slit inside the sweatband or headband. A brim set can further include a sweatband or headband with a slit configured to allow the insertion of the brim set into the interior of the sweatband or headband. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS 
       In order to facilitate a full understanding of the present disclosure, reference is now made to the accompanying drawings, in which like elements are referenced with like numerals. These drawings should not be construed as limiting the present disclosure, but are intended to be illustrative only. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, or inclusive of all elements of a system, emphasis instead generally being placed upon illustrating the concepts, structures, and techniques sought to be protected herein. 
         FIG. 1A  is a front view of a knit hat with a standard style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 1B  is a side view of a knit hat with a standard style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 1C  is a brim attachment for a standard style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 2A  shows a brim attachment and a latch for a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 2B  illustrates close range assembly of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 2C  illustrates medium range assembly of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 2D  illustrates extended range assembly of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 3A  illustrates an adjustable strap of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 3B  illustrates a fastener for an adjustable strap, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 4A  shows a knit hat; 
         FIG. 4B  illustrates how a brim set is placed into a knit hat, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 4C  illustrates an expanded view of a bead/tube region for an adjustable strap, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 4D  illustrates a knit hat with a style enabled by a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 5A  illustrates duck styling of a knit hat enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 5B  is a brim attachment for a duck styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 6A  illustrates duckling style of a knit hat enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 6B  is a brim attachment for a duckling style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 7A  is a front view of a knit hat with a double-bun style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 7B  is a brim attachment for a double-bun style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 8A  is a front view of a knit hat with Oslo style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 8B  is a brim attachment for an Oslo style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 9A  is a front view of a knit hat with mushroom style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 9B  is a brim attachment for a mushroom style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 10A  is a front view of a knit hat with nub style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 10B  is a side view of a knit hat with nub style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 10C  is a brim attachment for a nub style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 11A  is a front view of a knit hat with thin styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 11B  is a side view of a knit hat with thin styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 11C  is a brim attachment for a thin styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 12A  is a front view of a knit hat with French lady style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 12B  is a brim attachment for a knit hat with French lady style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 13A  is a front view of a knit hat with cornet style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 13B  is a brim attachment for a cornet style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 14A  is a front view of a knit hat with trooper style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 14B  is a brim attachment for a trooper style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 15A  is a front view of a knit hat with shark style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 15B  is a side view of a knit hat with shark style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 15C  is a brim attachment for a shark style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 16A  is a front view of a knit hat with glow styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 16B  is a brim attachment for a glow styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 17A  illustrates a knit hat with Brooklyn style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 17B  is a brim attachment for a Brooklyn style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 18A  is a front view of a knit hat with liberty style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 18B  is a brim attachment for a liberty style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 19A  is a front view of a knit hat with tiara style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 19B  is a brim attachment for a tiara style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 20A  is a front view of a knit hat with bird&#39;s eye styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 20B  is a brim attachment for a bird&#39;s eye styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 21A  is a front view of a knit hat with butterman styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 21B  is a brim attachment for a butterman styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 22A  is a front view of a knit hat with turtle styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 22B  is a brim attachment for a turtle styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 23A  is a front view of a knit hat with Huckleberry Finn styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 23B  is a brim attachment for a Huckleberry Finn styling of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 24  illustrates a collection of secondary miniature brim attachment, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 25A  is a front view of a knit hat with a dog style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 25B  is a brim attachment for a dog style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 26A  is a front view of a knit hat with an Orge style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 26B  is a brim attachment for an Orge style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 27A  is a front view of a knit hat with a devil style enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; 
         FIG. 27B  is a brim attachment for a devil style of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure; and 
         FIG. 28  illustrates the use of a brim set in a sweatband or headband, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 
     
    
    
     DESCRIPTION 
     Provided herein are brim sets for knit hats that provide eye protection against the sun. It can also allow its user to create numerous unique fashions and styles. A knit hat is typically made of knit wool, synthetic fibers, or other suitable fibers. In general, a knit hat is a parallel sided tube, with a closed end. The opening of the tube surrounds the wearer&#39;s head. A knit hat can have a simple, tapering constructions, though many variants exist. A knit hat can be tapered at the top. The stretch of the knitting itself hugs the head, keeping the cap secure. They can be topped with a pom-pom or loose tassels. Knit hats can have a folded brim, or none, and can be worn tightly fitting the head or loose on top. 
     A brim set can comprise an adjustable strap, a connector, and a brim attachment. The connector can possess a one-way connecting means or two-way connecting means. In some embodiments, the connector can be a two-way connector composed of a clip and a rod. The clip enables the latch to snap onto the adjustable strap, the rod enables the latch to connect to the brim attachment by inserting the rod into a dock on the brim attachment. In this way, the latch can effectively connect the brim attachment and the adjustable strap. A brim attachment can have a plurality of docks on one side, the docks can have different depths, such that when the latch is inserted into the dock, the rod portion of the latch exposed outside can have different lengths, resulting in different ranges between the brim attachment and the adjustable strap after they are assembled. In some embodiments, the connector can have a one-way connecting means, in which one side of the connector (e.g., one part of a snap, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), button/button hole, buckle, hook and eye, clip, clamp, magnet, zipper, and dock/rod) can be affixed to a brim attachment. The other side of the one-way connector (e.g., one part of a snap, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), button/button hole, buckle, hook and eye, clip, clamp, magnet, zipper, and dock/rod) can be connected to an adjustable strap. 
     An adjustable strap can be a closed circle/ring, which provides a foundation to support the brim attachment affixed thereon via the latch. An adjustable strap is composed of a frame and a fastener. In some embodiments, the fastener can keep the adjustable strap from moving around or sliding out of the knit hat, which can serve as an anchor for the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, the two terminal portions of the frame can have a plurality of pegs, constituting adjustable portion on the adjustable strap. The fastener can have a plurality of perforations, which can cooperate with the plurality of pegs on the adjustable strap by pushing the pegs into the perforations, this effectively assembles the frame and the fastener together to constitute the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, other connectors between the frame and the fastener can be used, including, but not limited to buttons, zippers, snaps, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), buckles, hooks, magnets, clips, and clamps. 
     To install the brim set into a knit hat, the edge/bottom part of the knit hat is folded up to provide an annular space. The adjustable strap is placed inside the annular space. The brim attachment can be assembled with the latch, by inserting the rod portion of the latch into a dock on the brim attachment. The assembled brim attachment/latch is then snapped onto the adjustable strap (via clip portion of the latch) placed inside the annular space. This effectively finishes the assembly of the brim set. The entire brim set is then wrapped inside the annular space of the knit hat. 
     An adjustable strap for a brim set makes it possible for users to interchange and mix and match multiple brim attachments, making the eye protection fully customizable and fashionable. In some embodiments, one brim attachment can be affixed onto a frame or a fastener portion of an adjustable strap. In some embodiments, a plurality of brim attachments can be affixed onto the frame or fastener portion of the adjustable strap. 
     A brim set can include an adjustable strap that can fit inside of a knit hat. The adjustable strap can include a fastener connecting two terminal ends of a frame. A brim set can comprise variable sized brim attachments. The brim attachments can be removable. In an example brim attachments can be removably fastened along any area of the frame or fastener portion of the adjustable strap using any suitable fastener (e.g. snaps, latches, zippers, etc.). Brim attachments can be reversible, positionable and extendable, allowing a user the freedom to create different new styles and fashions. The connection between brim attachments and a frame or fastener portion of an adjustable strap can be reversible by using a connector to connect between the brim attachments and the adjustable strap, which enables a person to install different styles of brim attachments at different times and occasions. In some embodiments, the connection mechanism can allow the brim attachments to freely move at a height dimension and move to different positions on the frame or fastener portion of the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, there can be different docks on the brim attachments such that the distance between the brim attachments and the adjustable strap can be extendable. In some embodiments, brim attachments offer instant sun protection, combined with a specific fashion and style that is customizable to suit the user. 
     In some embodiments, a brim set can be used in headwear including, but not limited to, knit hats, sports sweatbands, head scarfs, and winter ski headbands. In some embodiments, a brim set is used for a knit hat. 
     In some embodiments, a brim set comprises a chilling portion. For example, an adjustable strap can be a chill strap. A chill strap can comprise an adjustable strap with an inner space filled with cooling elements, which can be worn to cool the user. The inner space can be in the frame or the fastener. In some embodiments, the inner space is in the frame. In some embodiments, a chill strap can be kept inside a freezer before using, which can provide a cooling effect during wearing. Such a cooling effect can be achieved by filling the chill strap with cooling agents, including, but not limited to, ammonium nitrate, urea, hydroxyethyl cellulose, sodium polyacrylate, ammonium chloride, silica gel, and diethylene glycol. The chill strap can fit inside of sports sweatbands, knit hats, or head scarfs, for example. In some embodiments, a chill strap including the chilling portion can be placed inside a sweatband or a headband. In some embodiments, a sun protecting brim attachment can be added to the sweatband and keep wearer&#39;s head chilled at the same time. 
     A brim set can comprise a warming element. The warming element can be placed inside an inner space in the frame or fastener portion of the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, the inner space housing the warming element is in the frame. Warming elements can be, for example, air-activated warmers. An air-activated warmer can comprise, for example, cellulose, iron, activated carbon, vermiculite (or other composition to hold water) and salt and produce heat from the exothermic oxidation of iron when exposed to air. A warming element can be a super saturated, crystallization-type warmer. This type of warmer can be recharged by immersing the warmer in very hot water until the contents are uniform and then allowing it to cool. The release of heat is triggered by flexing a small metal disk in the warmer, which generates nucleation centers that initiate crystallization. Heat is required to dissolve salt in its own water of crystallization and it is this heat that is released when crystallization is initiated. Battery operated warmers can also be used. These warmers use electrically resistive heating devices to convert electrical energy in the battery. Rechargeable electronic warmers can be charged from a power supply, with many recharge cycles possible. 
       FIG. 1A  is a front view of a knit hat  101  with a standard style, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The standard style of a knit hat  102  can be used with a brim set. A standard brim attachment  104  can be connected to a fastener portion of an adjustable strap  103  placed inside knit hat  102 .  FIG. 1B  is a side view of knit hat  101  with a standard style. This side view can provide a better insight to the position of brim attachment  104  connected to a fastener portion of an adjustable strap  103 . In some embodiments, a brim attachment  104  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, a brim attachment  104  can be positioned on the side of a wearer&#39;s head close to the ear. In some embodiments, a brim attachment  104  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 1C  provides a specific view of brim attachment  104  with a standard styling. 
       FIG. 2A  shows a brim attachment  201  and a connector, in this case a two-way connector such as a latch  202 , for a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Latch  202  can include a clip  204  and a rod  205 . Rod  205  can be inserted into a dock  203  to be connected to brim attachment  201 . Clip  204  can be used to snap onto an adjustable strap, enabling the connection between brim attachment  201  and the frame or the fastener portion of the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, clip  204  is snapped onto the frame of the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, a variety of different docks  203  can be used, enabling different modes of assembly between brim attachment  201  and latch  202 , depending on the distance between them at the assembled stage. A non-limiting number of docks that can be present in a brim attachment  201 , for example, one, two, three, four, and five.  FIG. 2A  is a top view of a brim attachment, for purposes of illustration, a shadowed region  206  is depicted as a side of the brim attachment, in which docks  203  can be positioned and aligned vertically. In some embodiments, docks  203  can be holes corresponding to the diameters of rod  205 , enabling connections between the brim attachment and the latch. In some embodiments, the docks can be made with different depths such that the distance between the brim attachment and the latch can be adjusted. In some embodiments, three docks can be present in a brim attachment, as illustrated in  FIG. 2A , which can allow connection between brim attachment  201  and a fastener of an adjustable strap in different distances. This is further shown in  FIGS. 2B-2D  below. 
       FIG. 2B  illustrates close range assembly  207  of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the length of a close range assembly, measured by the distance between dock  203  and clip  204 , corresponding to the exposed rod portion, can be about 0.4 to 1.5 cm, about 0.5 to 1.3 cm, about 0.6 to 1.0 cm, about 0.4 to 1.0 cm, or about 0.6 to 1.5 cm. In some embodiments, the close range assembly can provide about 0.64 cm distance between dock  203  and clip  204 . 
       FIG. 2C  illustrates medium range assembly  208  of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the length of a close range assembly, measured by the distance between dock  203  and clip  204 , corresponding to the exposed rod portion, can be about 2.0 to 3.1 cm, about 2.1 to 3.0 cm, about 2.2 to 2.9 cm, about 2.3 to 2.8 cm, about 2.0 to 2.8 cm, or about 2.3 to 3.1 cm. In some embodiments, the medium range assembly can provide about 2.54 cm distance between dock  203  and clip  204 . 
       FIG. 2D  illustrates extended range assembly  209  of a brim attachment and a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the length of a close range assembly, measured by the distance between dock  203  and clip  204 , corresponding to the exposed rod portion, can be about 3.3 to 3.8 cm, about 3.4 to 3.7 cm, about 3.5 to 3.6 cm, about 3.3 to 3.6 cm, or about 3.5 to 3.8 cm. In some embodiments, the extended range assembly can provide about 3.8 cm distance between dock  203  and clip  204 . 
     In some embodiments, a one-way connector (not depicted in the figure) can be used. A first side or end of a one-way connector can be present on the brim attachment, and a second side or end of the one-way connector can be present on the adjustable strap, either on the frame or the fastener portion. One way connectors include, but are not limited to, buttons, zippers, snaps, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), buckles, hooks, clips, magnets, and clamps. In some embodiments, the adjustable strap can include a frame and a fastener, which is shown in  FIGS. 3A-3C  and discussed below. 
     In some embodiments, an adjustable strap can include a frame  301  in a substantially arced shape, as illustrated by  FIG. 3A , and a fastener portion  302 , as illustrated by  FIG. 3B . The two terminal portions of frame  301 , designated as interconnection terminals  303  can include a quantity of pegs  304  (shown) or buckles (not shown) for purposes of connection with a fastener portion  302 . In some embodiments, the number of pegs  304  can be about five to ten. In some embodiments, the number of pegs  304  can be about six. In some embodiments, frame  301  can include an inner space, which can be filled with warming or cooling element to enable a warming function in winter time or a cooling function in summer time. 
       FIG. 3B  illustrates a fastener portion  302  of a brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, fastener portion  302  can be made of plastic material or any other suitable material. As a non-limiting embodiment, fastener portion  302  can include a quantity of perforations  305  to cooperate with the quantity of pegs  304  spread along interconnection terminals  303  of frame  301 , by inserting the pegs into the perforations for purposes of fastening. After frame  301  and fastener portion  302  are assembled to into the adjustable strap, it can be in a substantially circular shape. The distance between each peg  304  can be about 0.2 to 2 cm, about 0.3 to 1.8 cm, about 0.4 to 1.6 cm, about 0.5 to 1.4 cm, about 0.6 to 1.2 cm, about 0.7 to 1.0 cm, about 0.2 to 1.0 cm, or about 0.7 to 2 cm. The distance between each perforation  305  can be the same. In this way, pegs  304  and perforations  305  can be cooperated in a staggered manner. An adjustable portion of the adjustable strap is thus formed between interconnection terminal  303  of frame  301  and fastener portion  302 , relying on the cooperation between pegs  304  and perforations  305 , enabling a person to adjust the brim set based on the size of one&#39;s head. 
     In some embodiments, instead of relying on pegs and perforations, other non-limiting connectors can be used for purposes of adjusting the size of the adjustable strap can be used (e.g., hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), zippers, magnets, clamps, buckles, hooks, snaps, and buttons. 
     In some embodiments, one of the two terminals of the frame can include a plurality of pegs, the other terminal of the frame can include a plurality of perforations, such that a separate fastener is not needed for purposes of adjusting the size of the strap. In some embodiments, instead of relying on cooperation between pegs and perforations, other types of connectors can be used, including, but not limited to, zippers, magnets, buttons, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®) straps, and other ways of binding the edges of an opening commonly known for one of ordinary skill in the art. 
     In some embodiments, a brim set includes an adjustable strap, a connector, and a brim attachment that are be made of plastic materials, metal, wood, or other suitable material. Plastic materials can include, but are not limited to, polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, polyvinyl chloride, nylon, polyacrylate, poly(methyl methacrylate), and rubber. Metal materials can include, but are not limited to, iron, aluminum, titanium, steel, copper, brass, bronze, zinc, tungsten, nickel, cobalt, tin, lead, silicon, and alloys thereof. 
       FIGS. 4A-4D  illustrate a brim set that enables a specific styling of a knit hat.  FIG. 4A  shows a conventional knit hat  401 . In some embodiments, a knit hat  401  can be folded up along the edge to form an annular space between inner fabric  402  and outer fabric  403 . The intersection between inner fabric  402  and outer fabric  403  can form a crease  404 . The adjustable strap of a brim set can be placed into the annular space directly inside the crease  404 . This can immobilize the adjustable strap in this particular position in the knit hat, such that it can further provide a anchoring point when the brim attachment is affixed thereon. In some embodiments, depending on the size of the knit hat used for the present disclosure, the bottom one sixth portion of the knit hat can be folded up to form outer fabric  403  for purposes of placing the adjustable strap. In some embodiments, the bottom one fifth, one fourth, or one third portion of the knit hat can be folded up. 
       FIG. 4B  shows how a brim set  405  according to some embodiments of the present disclosure can be inserted into knit hat  401 , using a different locking mechanism to adjust the size of the adjustable strap compared to  FIG. 3 . A brim set  405  can include an adjustable strap with a brim attachment  407  affixed thereon. The adjustable strap can include a frame  406  and a fastener comprising a bead section  408  and a tube section  409 . The size of the adjustable strap can be adjusted by cooperating bead section  408  and tube section  409 . Bead section  408  can have a plurality of beads, the diameter of which can be about the same or slightly smaller compared to the diameter of the bead section  408 , enabling locking between them. In some embodiments, the diameter of bead section  408  can be about 0.1 to 1.0 cm, about 0.2 to 0.9 cm, about 0.3 to 0.8 cm, about 0.4 to 0.7 cm, about 0.5 to 0.6 cm, about 0.1 to 0.6 cm, or about 0.5 to 1.0 cm. In some embodiments, the diameter of bead section  408  can be about 0.5 cm, the internal dimeter of corresponding tube section  409  can be about 0.05 cm smaller (about 0.45 cm) to enablement adjustment of the size while being able to lock at a specific size.  FIG. 4C  illustrates an expanded view of a bead/tube region for adjustable strap, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. A plurality of beads in bead section  408  can be pushed into a plurality of acceptors  412  in tube section  409 . Depending on the size of a wearer&#39;s head, the wearer can determine how many beads should be inserted into tube section  409 , thereby adjusting the size of adjustable strap. 
     A front view of a brim set-enabled knit hat  410  is illustrated in  FIG. 4B . Adjustable strap is placed inside the annular space formed between inner fabric  402  and outer fabric  403 , and directly adjacent to crease  404 . Brim attachment  407 , after affixed onto adjustable strap, can protrude part of outer fabric  403  to form a visor  411 , which can be used to display different stylings based on a common knit hat. 
       FIG. 4D  illustrates a side view of brim set-enabled knit hat  410 , which provides another view of visor  411 , formed by protruding part of outer fabric  403  by the brim set placed inside the annular space formed by outer fabric  403  and inner fabric  402 . 
       FIG. 5A  illustrates duck styling of a knit hat  501 . The duck styling of a knit hat  502  can be enabled by a duck style brim attachment  504  connected to an adjustable strap  503  placed inside knit hat  502 . In some embodiments, brim attachment  504  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, brim attachment  504  can be positioned on the side of a wearer′ head close to the ear. In some embodiments, a brim attachment  504  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 5B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  504  with the duck styling. 
       FIG. 6A  illustrates ducking style of a knit hat  601 . The ducking style of a knit hat  602  can be enabled by a duckling style brim attachment  604  connected to an adjustable strap  603  placed inside knit hat  602 . In some embodiments, brim attachment  604  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, brim attachment  604  can be positioned on the side of a wearer′ head close to the ear. In some embodiments, brim attachment  604  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 6B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  604  with the duckling style. 
       FIG. 7A  is a front view of a knit hat  701  with a double-bun style. The double-bun style of a knit hat  702  can be enabled by a brim attachment  704  substantially mimicking the shape of a double-bun, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  703 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  701 , double-bun shaped brim attachment  704  can be on one side of the head.  FIG. 7B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  704  with the shape of a double-bun. 
       FIG. 8A  is a front view of a knit hat  801  with an Oslo style. The Oslo style of a knit hat  802  can be enabled by a brim attachment  804  with an Oslo style, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  803 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  801 , Oslo styled brim attachment  804  can be placed on top of the forehead.  FIG. 8B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  804  with an Oslo style. 
       FIG. 9A  is a front view of a knit hat  901  with a mushroom style. The mushroom style of a knit hat  902  can be enabled by a brim attachment  903  with a mushroom style, which can be connected to an adjustable strap.  FIG. 9B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  904  with a mushroom style. 
       FIG. 10A  is a front view of a knit hat  1001  with a nub styling, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The nub styling of a knit hat  1002  can be enabled by the disclosed brim set. A nub-styled brim attachment  1004  can be connected to an adjustable strap  1003  placed inside knit hat  1002 .  FIG. 10B  is a side view of knit hat  1001  with a nub styling. This side view can provide a better insight to the position of brim attachment  1004  connected to adjustable strap  1003 . In some embodiments, brim attachment  1004  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1004  can be positioned on the side of a wearer′ head close to the ear. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1004  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 10C  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1004  with the nub styling. 
       FIG. 11A  is a front view of a knit hat  1101  with a thin styling. A thin styling of a knit hat  1102  can be enabled by a thin brim attachment, including a brim attachment in thin style, a connector, and an adjustable strap. A thin-styled brim set  1104  can be connected to an adjustable strap  1103  placed inside knit hat  1102 .  FIG. 11B  is a side view of knit hat  1101  with a thin styling. This side view can provide a better insight to the position of brim attachment  1104  connected to adjustable strap  1103 . In some embodiments, brim attachment  1104  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1104  can be positioned on the side of a wearer′ head close to the ear. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1104  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 11C  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1104  with the thin styling. 
     In some embodiments, for example, the standard brim attachment illustrated in  FIG. 1 , the nub brim attachment illustrated in  FIG. 10 , and the thin brim attachment illustrated in  FIG. 11  are flat without any three-dimensional aspect. In this case the brim attachments will have a thickness of about 0.5 to 1.0 cm. In some embodiments this thickness allows for the use of docks for purposes of accepting a rod portion of a latch. In some embodiments, the standard brim attachment resembles a brim of a standard baseball hat. The standard brim attachment has a regular baseball hat sized brim. That is, a brim that extends out from the hat in an arc shape about 2 to about 4 inches. In some embodiments, a brim attachment in thin style just gives its user the hint of having a brim. For example, That is, a brim that extends out from the hat in an arc shape about 0.25 to about 2 inches. The visor portion of a brim attachment in thin style may not be effective for sun protection but rather for style. The brim in a thin style can be in the shape of a “new moon.” In some embodiments, the brim attachment in a nub style can have the smallest size in these different brim styles. In some embodiments, it can have a nub shape mimicking the tip of a cigar. The brim attachment in nub style can be designed for wearers who want the look of subtlety. In some embodiments, the nub brim attachment can be the shape of a waning crescent moon, which can be about 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 7.6, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0 cm or more in length and about 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 3.8, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0 cm or more in width. 
       FIG. 12A  is a front view of a knit hat  1201  with a French lady style. A French lady style of a knit hat  1202  can be created by a French lady style brim attachment  1204 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1203 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1201 , a French lady shaped brim attachment  1204  can be on one side of the head.  FIG. 12B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1204  with the French lady style, which comprises two round-shape three-dimensional balls  1205  connected by a lever  1206 , enabling the appearance of French lady style when placed inside an annular space of a knit hat by folding up the edge. Lever  1206  can be in a relatively curved shape adapting the curve of the wearer&#39;s head. Docks can be made in the middle part of lever  1206  for purposes of connecting to a connector such as a latch  1207  illustrated in this embodiment. Latch  1207  can be snapped onto an adjustable strap via the clip on the other side of the latch, this effectively anchors the French lady style brim attachments onto the adjustable strap inside the knit hat. 
       FIG. 13A  is a front view of a knit hat  1301  with a cornet style. The cornet style of a knit hat  1302  can be created by a cornet style brim attachment  1304 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1303 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1301 , cornet shaped brim attachment  1304  can be placed directly on top of the forehead.  FIG. 13B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1304  with the cornet style, which comprises an arc-shape supporting frame with four round-shape three-dimensional balls each connected to the supporting frame with a stem. Other non-limiting numbers of the round-shape balls placed on the arc-shape supporting frame can include two, three, five, or six. 
       FIG. 14A  is a front view of a knit hat  1401  with a trooper style. The trooper style of a knit hat  1402  can be created by a trooper brim attachment  1404 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1403  and placed into an annular space formed by folding up the edge of the knit hat. In some embodiments, when a person wears a knit hat  1401 , a trooper shaped brim attachment  1404  can be position directly on top of the forehead.  FIG. 14B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1404  with the trooper style. In some embodiments, the trooper brim is a retro styled visor that can have two differently sized squares. This theme is based on the character Stormtrooper from the Star Wars movie franchise. The trooper brim attachment can be a medium styled rectangular visor with a miniature rectangular extension in the middle, providing extra sun protection. 
       FIG. 15A  is a front view of a knit hat  1501  with a shark style. The shark style of a knit hat  1502  can be created with a shark brim set. A shark fin-styled brim attachment  1504  can be connected to an adjustable strap  1503  placed inside knit hat  1502 .  FIG. 15B  is a side view of knit hat  1501  with a shark style. This side view can provide a better insight to the position of brim attachment  1504  connected to adjustable strap  1503 . In some embodiments, brim attachment  1504  can be directly located on top of a wearer&#39;s forehead. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1504  can be positioned on the side of a wearer′ head close to the ear. In some embodiments, brim attachment  1504  can be positioned on the back side of a wearer&#39;s head.  FIG. 15C  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1504  with the shark style, substantially mimicking the shape of a shark fin. In some embodiments, the shark style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the shark style brim attachment can house at least three docks for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The shark brim attachment can be a triangular visor that comes in the shape of an arrowhead. 
       FIG. 16A  is a front view of a knit hat  1601  with a glow styling enabled by the disclosed brim set, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The glow styling of a knit hat  1602  can be enabled by a brim attachment  1604  with a light source, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1603 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1601 , a light source-incorporating brim attachment  1604  can be positioned directly on top of the forehead.  FIG. 16B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1604  with a light source to enable the glow style. Brim attachment  1604  can be placed in the annular space formed by folding up the edge of a knit hat, thus emitting light underneath the outer fabric of the knit hat. The light source is capable of displaying a variety of different colors. In some embodiments, the light source can include, but is not limited to, light bulb, lamp, light-emitting (LED), and organic light-emitting diode (OLED). 
       FIG. 17A  is illustrates a knit hat  1701  with a Brooklyn style. The Brooklyn style of a knit hat  1702  can be enabled by a brim attachment  1704  with a Brooklyn style, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1703 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1701 , Brooklyn-styled brim attachment  1704  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 17B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1704  with the Brooklyn style. In some embodiments, the size of the Brooklyn can be about 1 inch (2.54 cm) wide, which can start from one side of a wearer&#39;s head and extend to the end of the ear. In some embodiments, the Brooklyn style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the Brooklyn style brim attachment can house at least three docks on its side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the Brooklyn brim attachment can take the shape of a lowercase letter “j” in backward. The brim attachment can protrude outward for about 1.27 cm in width from the temple area of the wearer&#39;s head and wrap around to the back of the neck. 
       FIG. 18A  is illustrates a knit hat  1801  with a liberty style. The liberty style of a knit hat  1802  can be created by a brim attachment  1804  substantially mimicking the Statute of Liberty tiara, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1803 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1801 , liberty-styled brim attachment  1804  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 18B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1804  with the liberty style. In some embodiments, the liberty style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the liberty style can house at least three docks on its side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the liberty style brim attachment can have about 5, 6, 7, 8 or more evenly spaced elongated triangles that run along the forehead. 
       FIG. 19A  is illustrates a knit hat  1901  with a tiara style. The tiara style of a knit hat  1902  can be created by a brim attachment  1904  substantially mimicking a typical tiara, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  1903 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  1901 , tiara-styled brim attachment  1904  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 19B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  1904  with the tiara style. In some embodiments, the tiara style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the tiara style brim attachment can house at least three docks on its side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the tiara brim attachment can take the form of a typical princess headpiece made up of a set of about three jewels. The middle piece can be the largest and resemble a pear-shaped jewel, while the other two smaller jewels on the sides can be in the shape of Marquise gems, in an oval shape. 
       FIG. 20A  is illustrates a knit hat  2001  with a bird&#39;s eye styling. The bird&#39;s eye style of a knit hat  2002  can be created by a brim attachment  2004 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2003 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2001 , bird&#39;s eye-styled brim attachment  2004  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 20B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2004  with the bird&#39;s eye style. In some embodiments, bird&#39;s eye can be a hook-shaped brim attachment that is intended to highlight the wearer&#39;s eye. In some embodiments, the bird&#39;s eye style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the bird&#39;s eye style brim attachment can at least house three docks on its side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the bird&#39;s eye brim attachment can take the shape of a tiger&#39;s claw, but may not be as pointed at the tip. 
       FIG. 21A  is illustrates a knit hat  2101  with a butterman styling. The butterman style of a knit hat  2102  can be created by a brim attachment  2104 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2103 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2101 , butterman-styled brim attachment  2104  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 21B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2104  with the butterman style. In some embodiments, the brim attachment in butterman style can resemble a wide horseshoe with the front end bent slightly upward. In some embodiments, the butterman style brim attachment can have an extra thick “c”-shaped frame extending from one ear to the other. The center of the brim can slant slightly upward, giving its wearer the look of a contemporary construction worker. 
       FIG. 22A  is illustrates a knit hat  2201  with a turtle styling. The turtle style of a knit hat  2202  can be created by a brim attachment  2204 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2203  via a connector such as a latch  2205  illustrated in this embodiment. In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2201 , turtle-styled brim attachment  2204  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 22B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2204  with the turtle style. In some embodiments, the brim attachment in turtle style can provide the appearance of a turtle shell. This brim style can highlight the wearer&#39;s face and have similarities to a tortoise. In some embodiments, the turtle style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the turtle style brim attachment can house at least three docks on its side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 
       FIG. 23A  is illustrates a knit hat  2301  with a Huckleberry Finn styling. The Huckleberry Finn style of a knit hat  2302  can be created by a brim attachment  2304 , which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2303  via a connector such as a latch  2305  illustrated in this embodiment. In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2301 , Huckleberry Finn-styled brim attachment  2304  can be positioned on one side of the head.  FIG. 23B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2304  with the Huckleberry Finn style. In some embodiments, the Huckleberry Finn is a boomerang type shaped brim that is designed to conform along and around the side of a wearer&#39;s head. The protruding off-centered brim style design can give a fashion look of old classic America. In some embodiments, the Huckleberry Finn style brim attachment can have a thickness of about 0.5 to 2 cm. Such a thickness for the Huckleberry Finn style brim attachment can house at least three docks one the side for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 
     The brim attachments illustrated in  FIGS. 1 and 5-23  represent embodiments of primary brim attachments.  FIG. 24  illustrates a collection of secondary miniature brim attachments. The secondary miniature brim attachments can be used in combination with the primary brim attachments discussed in the above sections, enabling extra style options for the user. It is contemplated that docks can be made in the secondary miniature brim attachments for purposes of connecting with a connector such as a latch as illustrated in  FIG. 2 . 
     In the embodiments illustrated in  FIGS. 1 and 5-24 , a substantial portion or all of the brim attachment can be placed between the annular space formed between inner fabric and outer fabric of a knit hat, the brim attachment will not be seen and merely for purposes of forming a visor portion by protruding part of the outer fabric. In some embodiments, the brim attachment can be designed to extend from the annular space formed by the inner fabric and outer fabric, a portion of the brim attachment can be seen by observers. In some embodiments, a Halloween collection can be designed to include brim attachments in a variety of different shapes to be exposed outside for purposes of a Halloween costume. A set of brim attachments substantially mimicking the shape of ears can be affixed onto the adjustable strap. The shape of the brim attachments can include, but not limited to, dog ear, Orge ear, and devil ear. In some embodiments, the adjustable strap, connector, and positioning of the brim set can be the same as illustrated in  FIGS. 1-24 , except for the special ear shape the partial exposure of the brim attachment. This configuration can be illustrated in  FIGS. 25-27  below. 
       FIG. 25A  is a front view of a knit hat  2501  with a dog style, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The bottom portion of a knit hat  2502  can be folded up when worn by a user, this creates a channel between outer knit fabric  2505  and inner knit fabric  2506 , which can be used for the placement of the brim set in the present disclosure for purposes of enabling different styles. The dog style of knit hat  2502  can be enabled by two brim attachments  2504  substantially mimicking the shape of a dog ear, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2503 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2501 , dog ear shaped brim attachments  2504  can be located close to the wear&#39;s ears.  FIG. 25B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2504  with a shape of dog ear. 
       FIG. 26A  is a front view of a knit hat  2601  with an Orge style, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The bottom portion of a knit hat  2602  can be folded up when worn by a user, this creates a channel between outer knit fabric  2605  and inner knit fabric  2606 , which can be used for the placement of the brim set in the present disclosure for purposes of enabling different style. The Orge style of knit hat  2602  can be enabled by two brim attachments  2604  substantially mimicking the shape of an ear for Orge, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  603 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2601 , Orge ear shaped brim attachments  2604  can be located close to the wear&#39;s ears.  FIG. 26B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2604  with a shape of Orge ear. 
       FIG. 27A  is a front view of a knit hat  2701  with an devil style, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The bottom portion of a knit hat  2702  can be folded up when worn by a user, this creates a channel between outer knit fabric  2705  and inner knit fabric  2706 , which can be used for the placement of the brim set in the present disclosure for purposes of enabling different styles. The devil style of knit hat  2702  can be enabled by two brim attachments  2704  substantially mimicking the shape of a devil&#39;s ear, which can be connected to an adjustable strap  2703 . In some embodiments, when a person wears knit hat  2701 , devil&#39;s ear shaped brim attachments  2704  can be located close to the wear&#39;s ears.  FIG. 27B  provides a specific view of brim attachment  2704  with a shape of devil&#39;s ear. 
       FIG. 28  illustrates the use of a brim set in a sweatband or headband  2801 , according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. A sweatband or headband  2802  can comprise two layers of fabrics with a slit  2803 , which can accommodate a brim set as described herein. A slit  2803  can be open or sealed via locking mechanisms including, but are not limited to, hook and loop fasteners (e.g., Velcro®), button, buckle, clip, clamp, magnet, and zipper. An adjustable strap  2804  of a brim set can be inserted through the slit  2803  to extend throughout sweatband or headband  2802 . A connector  2806  can be used to connect a brim attachment  2805  onto adjustable strap  2804  for purposes of enabling different shapes or styles. In some embodiments, to adapt to the relatively small fabric piece of sweatband or headband  2802 , brim attachment  2805  can be, for example, secondary miniature brim attachments as illustrated in  FIG. 24  or a nub brim attachment as illustrated in  FIG. 10 . In some embodiments, an adjustable strap  2804  can include an inner space (not depicted in the figure), which can be filled with cooling agents. This can provide a cooling function during warm conditions for the wearer of any brim set and hat, sweatband, or headband combination. 
     For the purposes of this specification and appended claims, unless otherwise indicated, all numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, percentages or proportions of materials, reaction conditions, and other numerical values used in the specification and claims, are to be understood as being modified in all instances by the term “about.” Similarly, when values are expressed as approximations, by use of the antecedent “about,” it will be understood that the particular value forms another embodiment that is +/−10% of the recited value. Accordingly, unless indicated to the contrary, the numerical parameters set forth in the following specification and attached claims are approximations that may vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by the present disclosure. At the very least, and not as an attempt to limit the application of the doctrine of equivalents to the scope of the claims, each numerical parameter should at least be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Ranges may be expressed herein as from “about” or “approximately” one particular value and/or to “about” or “approximately” another particular value. When such a range is expressed, another embodiment includes from the one particular value and/or to the other particular value. 
     As used in the specification and including the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural, and reference to a particular numerical value includes at least that particular value, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. 
     The term “substantially” (or alternatively “substantial”) is meant to permit deviations from the descriptive term that don&#39;t negatively impact the intended purpose. 
     The embodiments illustratively described herein suitably can be practiced in the absence of any element or elements, limitation or limitations that are specifically or not specifically disclosed herein. Thus, for example, in each instance herein any of the terms “comprising”, “consisting essentially of”, and “consisting of” may be replaced with either of the other two terms, while retaining their ordinary meanings. The terms and expressions which have been employed are used as terms of description and not of limitation, and there is no intention that in the use of such terms and expressions of excluding any equivalents of the features shown and described or portions thereof, but it is recognized that various modifications are possible within the scope of the invention claimed. Thus, it should be understood that although the present invention has been specifically disclosed by embodiments, optional features, modification and variation of the concepts herein disclosed may be resorted to by those skilled in the art, and that such modifications and variations are considered to be within the scope of this invention as defined by the description and the appended claims. 
     Any single term, single element, single phrase, group of terms, group of phrases, or group of elements described herein can be specifically excluded from the claims. 
     Whenever a range is given in the specification, for example, a temperature range, a time range, or a composition or concentration range, all intermediate ranges and subranges, as well as all individual values included in the ranges given are intended to be included in the disclosure. It will be understood that any subranges or individual values in a range or subrange that are included in the description herein can be excluded from the aspects herein. It will be understood that any elements or steps that are included in the description herein can be excluded from the claimed compositions or methods. 
     In addition, where features or aspects of the invention are described in terms of Markush groups or other grouping of alternatives, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is also thereby described in terms of any individual member or subgroup of members of the Markush group or other group. 
     While the disclosure has been described in connection with certain embodiments, it is to be understood that the disclosure is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments but, on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the disclosure, which scope is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures as is permitted under the law.