Abstract: A collection system and method for various uses including the efficient collection of leaves. The system includes a specially designed chute element and an attachable draw-string type of plastic bag. The bag unit has plural perforations formed therein to provide for an equalization of air pressure and resultant ease of placement of collected items into the bag. The invention incorporates fluid mechanics principles related to air flow and air pressure equalization.

Abstract: A dispenser which is specially adapted for use with a container for granular materials such as laxatives. The dispenser includes an outer housing and an open or hollowed-out shaft. The shaft is easily separable from the housing for simplified assembly, disassembly and cleaning. The open shaft has a selected volume for receipt of granular materials. The overall unit is designed so that a certain desired volume of material can be dispensed by turning the shaft to different positions.

Abstract: A system and method combined with a pickup truck bed. The bed is structurally divided into upper and lower layers to optimize the transport of tools and other materials. A lower slide-out drawer, which runs substantially the length of the pickup truck bed, is provided so that tools may be easily accessed. An upper layer may then be efficiently used for cargo or other materials.

Abstract: An emergency warning system for buses, trucks or other vehicles. The system warns a driver of a potentially dangerous condition such as the approach of a train at a railroad crossing or the approach or presence of an emergency vehicle such as an ambulance, fire truck or police unit. A dedicated radio or other frequency is transmitted directly to to the bus or vehicle and a warning light and audible warning sound is generated. Multiple dedicated frequencies may be utilized in the system.

Abstract: A solar lighting system and method which is especially useful for street and address signs. An upper unit contains a solar energy collector, a storage battery and a light sensor to turn the light on and off as needed. A system to bypass the light sensor control includes a radio frequency(RF) radio receiver which responds to a transmitter. The lighting unit may be economically manufactured and installed on new or existing lighting fixtures.

Abstract: A video projector mount system which is positioned within a ceiling grid. The projector is within a housing which includes mirrors to convey a video image to a screen. A supply of ventilating and cooling air for the projector is provided to efficiently cool the projector so it may be used in the ceiling location. The overall system provides security from theft or tampering and a pleasing aesthetic appearance.

Abstract: A boat lift method and design which enables a boat to be efficiently stored above water at a dock location to prevent algae and dock damage to a boat. The design minimizes listing of the boat lift during use and thus reduces potential damage to the dock and the lift itself. Listing is minimized via a dual system which uses a specially designed buoyant tank and a jackscrew at one end of the boat lift. The system may be easily used for wide-spread commercial appeal in the boat storing arts.

Abstract: A polyethylene production method and apparatus which utilizes laser energy applied to a reaction chamber containing ethylene gas or liquid.Particular types of lasers such as carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide lasers have been found to generate the precise frequencies needed to produce the required polymerization of ethylene into polyethylene.The system may utilize a pump or compressor depending upon the ethylene source.Fiber-optic cables may be included depending upon the particular manufacturing requirements.

Abstract: A drinking tube for supplying fluid directly to a person having a limited ability to swallow. The drinking tube includes associated pump and pump control elements to provide fluid upon activation of a switch. The quantity of fluid supplied may be varied and the system may be repeatedly activated by the person to whom the fluid is directly supplied.

Abstract: A bookbinding system for use in combination with a restaurant menu.

Abstract: An intermittent medical gas or oxygen delivery and regulator valve system which utilizes a single diaphragm and allows medical gas delivery through a central path in a valve stem. The valve may be easily retrofit to nearly all medical gas delivery systems currently in use and is thus expected to have widespread commercial appeal. The boundary between the valve stem and valve shuttle is of a novel design which results in a virtually frictionless movement by the shuttle element. The combination of elements results in a simplified and more efficient, long-life design.

Abstract: A stand or rack specifically designed for the display of gourmet pots and pans. The structure includes a circular base and curved supporting arms for maximum stability of the unit. The invention provides enhanced access to and display of the pots and pans. The device may be economically manufactured and sold for widespread domestic and commercial uses.

Abstract: A multi-layer insulation product which achieves low emissivity values by using at least one layer of metallic foil. The metallic foil (25, 29) is used at exterior locations of the insulation product by way of novel strengthening means positioned below said metallic foil. A central layer of foamed material (21) adds to the insulative effect. The strengthening features of the invention allow use of the insulation product on exterior locations which has not heretofore been possible in the art.

Abstract: A cow milking parlor construction which utilizes an adjustable brisket rail system and method to speed entry and exit of cows in a milking parlor environment. The method steps described result in a simpler construction which may be readily manufactured and economically installed into new or existing milking parlor operations. Milking parlor efficiency is increased without requiring the complex mechanical components of the prior art.

Abstract: A film sealing system and method which utilizes the combined application of pressure and high voltage static charge to achieve a high quality seal between two plastic layers of packaging material.Pressure is applied via a sealing bar 40 to evacuate air from between two film layers to be sealed together. A static charge is then applied via a static probe 30.Relatively high pressure air is admitted to a passage which surrounds the static probe. Such air induction of the static charge has been found to intensify the static charge penetration of the film layers and to consequently produce a higher quality film seal.

Abstract: An AC motor control system and process useful in such AC motor applications as elevators, storage retrieval machines, cranes and hoists, and other load-carrying and work performing machinery.Two identical and electrically isolated windings are utilized in an AC motor with the current to each winding being controlled through an SCR bank. A first winding, when energized, sets up an electromagnetic field which drives the rotor in a clockwise. A second winding, when energized, drives the rotor in a counterclockwise direction.The use of two separate motor windings eliminates line-to-line electrical short circuit problems so that expensive lock-out circuits, circuit breakers, current feedback detectors and air chokes are no longer required.

Abstract: An intermodal transport system designed for use in the hauling of semi-trailers by means of railway bogies. The system combines a turntable and spring-loaded chock design to enable the efficient loading and unloading of semi-trailers. A novel turntable design reduces bending stresses in transit while the combined chock reduces labor requirements during the loading and unloading processes since an automatic locking in place is achieved.

Abstract: A tool assembly for removing caps or plugs from sewer lines to be connected by contractors or plumbers.The tool includes three distinct pieces which may, in conjunction, be slid over a cap or plug to be removed.A screw element is then turned to pull the cap or plug from a sewer line without damage to the cap or line itself.The tool is designed for rapid attachment and use to reduce time consumed and danger to contractors and plumbers working on a sewer connection.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for automatic leveling of elevator cars by controlled DC plugging of AC induction motors. The invention utilizes, in a novel circuit and control arrangement, the external neutral connection of a Y-wound motor design to inject controlled direct current into the neutral to dynamically control the braking to a stop. The elevator car is thus more safely and accurately leveled at the desired floor than has heretofore been known in the art. A novel speed control method is also disclosed which compares and sums positive and negative DC signals and which switches to the motor braking mode at a desired time.

Abstract: A handloader tool for use in the fabrication of cartridge shells. The tool accomplishes uniform flash hole sizing. The tool includes a depth gage section which results in a cutting tool being inserted to a constant uniform depth into the cartridge flash hole. The cutting tool has an angled upper portion to provide a uniform chamfer of, for example, 60 degrees at the flash hole exit area.The overall tool assembly further includes a slidable centering cone to provide means wherein the cutting tool is always inserted at a desired straight angle into the flash hole area.The invention further includes a method of flash hole uniforming using the described handloader tool.