Abstract: A shooting rest for supporting a firearm includes at least three adjustable legs which can be positioned in various locations on the ground according to the terrain. A support bar is attached to one of the legs and to a base for providing support to the shooting rest. The shooting rest includes a first rest for supporting a rear portion of a gun and a second rest for supporting a front portion of a gun. The first rest is slidable on the base for accommodating various types of guns and is elongated for shooting straight ahead or at an angle without having to move the shooting rest. The shooting rest further includes an anchoring system having an anchor disposed into the ground and attached to the base for securing the base to the ground and stabilizing the shooting rest while shooting.

Abstract: A tire support device for automobile racing tires is a self contained unit which can be conveniently transported and used at a race track or other location for mounting the tire for enabling a person to conveniently and easily perform various procedures on the tire, such as measuring the circumference, run out, and wear of an automobile tire or for preparing the surface of the tire. The mount includes an elongated member for elevating the tire above the ground. The tire support device further includes a mount having a rotatable member for rotating the tire while supported by the mount. A motor can be connected to the rotatable member for rotating the tire and improving the efficiency of the process. A clutch attached to the motor and to the rotatable member enables the tire to be automatically or manually rotated. The mount may be pivotally attached to the base for enabling the tire to be positioned in either a horizontal or vertical position.

Abstract: The archery bow shot cover device may be attached to various types of bows and is used to produce a natural sound for covering up the noise emanating from the bow when an arrow is released from the bow. The archery bow shot cover device includes a housing which is attached to the bow. The housing contains a pull string which is attached to the string of the bow, a retracting system for retracting the pull string back into the housing when an arrow is shot from the bow, and a sound mechanism for producing a natural sound when the pull string is retracted back into the housing.

Abstract: A remote control for consolidating several native remote controls of consumer electronic devices identifies, stores and re-transmits signals of the other remote controls for operating several of the electronic devices with one remote control unit. The remote control includes a receiver, a microprocessor, memory, and a transmitter. The remote control identifies a Protocol or transmission technique of each native remote control by comparing a transmitted signal from the native remote control to a preprogrammed data base of Protocols of the universal remote control. During the identification process, frequency and cycle count are detected to determine a Protocol carrier family. Pause and bit modulation information of the transmitted signal are detected for further refining the selection of the Protocol from the preprogrammed data base of Protocols. Finally, a second signal is examined to make the final selection of the correct Protocol.

Abstract: A tire inspection and preparation device for automobile racing tires is a self contained unit which can be conveniently transported and used at a race track or other location for measuring the circumference, run out, and wear of an automobile tire or for preparing the surface of the tire. The tire inspection and preparation device includes a mount having a rotatable member for rotating the tire while supported by the mount. The mount further includes an elongated member for elevating the tire above the ground. Leveling pads can be used to adjust the position of the tire for substantially balancing the tire for providing accurate measurements. Several tools may be interchangeably attached to the mount and used for performing several tasks, such as a contact wheel and encoder for accurately measuring circumference, a dial indicator for measuring run out, or a preparation tool for cleaning debris from the tire or scuffing the surface of the tire.

Abstract: A bubble generator for producing a stream of uniform bubbles includes components which are stationary. The bubble generator includes a container or plenum having an inclined face plate with a plurality of nozzles positioned thereon. The nozzles are elongated slots positioned in the face plate and have an insert disposed within the slot with edges that extend within the plenum and above the surface of the face plate for facilitating formation of a liquid film across the slot. The insert may have an extension positioned at an upper portion for providing lift and buoyancy to the bubbles. A liquid supply manifold is positioned above the nozzles and directs a flow of liquid to the nozzles. As the liquid flows across the slot and is contained within the insert, a film forms across the slot without the need for any dipping or priming means. An air supply then directs air into the liquid film and produces the stream of bubbles.

Abstract: A rest room shelf for use in a public rest room includes a base for storage of a person's personal items and adjustable brackets which fit over a rest room stall wall for supporting the base. The brackets include first and second bracket members which when slidably secured together form a U-shape. The U-shaped bracket fits on top of the stall wall in the rest room and the U-shaped portion of the bracket may be widened or narrowed depending on the width of the stall wall for providing a secure fit of the bracket onto the stall wall. An alternative bracket may be used for installing the rest room shelf directly onto a wall in the rest room. At least one hook is attached to the base for providing additional storage space for a person using the shelf.

Abstract: The lug nut taper trueing tool includes a first disk which is positioned on one side of an automobile racing wheel and a second disk which is positioned on an opposite side of the wheel. The first disk has an extension sized to fit and extend within the center wheel hole of the automobile wheel. The first disk has a center bore, and a plurality of holes which are alignable with lug nut holes of the wheel. A bushing is positioned and secured within the plurality of holes of the first disk and has a flange which fits and extends within the lug nut holes of the wheel. The bushing has a bore for insertion of a pin, which is attached to a cutting tool. The second disk is attached to a threaded shaft, which is engagable with the first disk for securing the first disk, second disk, and wheel together. The cutting tool has at least one cutting edges and may have either a handle for a person to manually rotate the cutting tool or a shaft end for attachment to an automatic rotation device.

Abstract: A locating apparatus includes a double expanding locating pin and a subplate having both threaded and precision holes, which are sized to accommodate the locating pin. The double expanding locating pin is a cylindrical housing having a first expandable end with a plurality of slots and a tapered portion and a second expandable end with a plurality of slots and a flange. A ball is disposed within the second expandable end and is forced by a set screw against the flange to spread apart wall portions of the cylindrical housing which are positioned intermediate the slots for expanding a lower portion of the locating pin. A cap having a flanged tapered end is threaded into the first expandable end of the cylindrical housing and is seated against the tapered portion of the cylindrical housing for forcing apart the wall portions positioned intermediate the slots for expanding an upper portion of the locating pin.

Abstract: A wrist support for use with electronic computing devices includes a plurality of rollers rotatably attached to roller supports, which are attached to a base. The rollers are positioned arcuately within the roller supports having a center roller positioned at a slightly higher elevation as compared to adjacent rollers. The rollers have protuberances at each end for engagement with holes in the roller supports for enabling the rollers to rotate about an axis. The rollers may also be inclined at a first angle extending from an inner roller support toward an end roller support and at a second angle extending from the inner roller support toward the other end roller support. Pads are attached to the base for enabling the base to flex and provide a cushion between the base and a support surface. Spacers are attached to the base so that the rollers contact the spacers instead of contacting the base.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for providing a piston travel indicator for a railroad brake includes coating the components of the brake assembly with a powder. The powder coating may include an epoxy, a polyester or combinations thereof. After the selected components of the railroad car brake assembly are sprayed with the powder, the components are heated in an oven for curing the powder to form a coating on the components. The coating may be applied in dual or multiple colors to the railroad car brake components. A piston travel indicator on the hollow rod is provided by coating the hollow rod of the piston with more than one color at specific intervals for enabling a person to visually observe the colors for determining the travel of the hollow rod and indicating if the brake is functioning properly.

Abstract: A bingo tote bag includes several interior and exterior compartments that enable a bingo player to organize and carry bingo supplies and other items in a single tote bag, replacing the bingo player's old tote, lunch bag, and purse. The bingo tote bag includes eight exterior pockets, four positioned on each side of the tote bag, for storage of daubers of various colors. One side pocket is positioned at each end of the bingo tote bag for storage of eye glasses, pencils, magnetic bingo wands, and glue sticks. The interior compartments include an insulated beverage holder, a key ring holder, additional pockets, and an attached wallet. The interior space of the bingo tote bag is large enough for carrying food, candy, and good luck charms. The tote bag also includes shoulder straps.

Abstract: A shingle cutter for cutting a substantially straight even edge on a shingle includes a base with a work surface for supporting the shingle during cutting. A blade with a substantially straight cutting edge and a handle is pivotally attached to the base. The pivotal attachment includes a bearing and a lock nut disposed on a threaded rod or pivot arm, which keeps the blade tight against a support member recessed in the base. A guide member having a raised edge is positioned on the work surface of the base for aligning the shingle to be cut. The blade and the support member are formed of an angled piece of material for providing additional strength while cutting through the thickness of the shingle. The base is attached to legs for elevating the base above a supporting surface. A pad, which may be formed of a non-skid material, is attached to the legs for preventing the shingle cutter from sliding down the roof.

Abstract: A signaling device provides a means for signaling an operator of a vehicle that the lights of that vehicle are distracting and annoying to an operator of another vehicle. The signaling device includes at least one display member having a message, such as "DIM LIGHTS", positioned thereon for conveying the message to the operator of the vehicle. The message may be constructed from a reflective or fluorescent material for enabling the lights of another vehicle to illuminate the message. The signaling device may be stored within the vehicle by attaching the signaling device to a sun visor of the vehicle with a clip. The signaling device may include a plurality of display members for conveying the message and at least one attachment member for attaching together the display members. The signaling device further includes a handle for enabling a person to manipulate the sign. The attachment members and the handle may be constructed of a flexible material for enabling the signaling device to be folded during storage.

Abstract: A tire measuring device includes a first and second telescopic arm slidably attached together. The tire measuring device further includes a pair of handles, each disposed on one end of a rod for enabling a person to manipulate and transport the tire measuring device. A roller is disposed on an opposite end of each rod for rolling against a tire during the measurement process. The handles and rollers are detachably attached to the rods by use of grooves and ball set screws. A measuring instrument, such as a digital readout mechanism and a measurement track, is attached to at least one of the first and second telescopic arms for accurately and repeatably indicating a measurement of the tire. A guard is attached to the tire measuring device for providing protection to the measuring instrument.