Abstract: An assembly for supporting a plurality of fishing rods and automatically, independently pivoting each of said rods through an adjustable arc of travel, whereby a suspended fishing lure/bait rises and falls to attract fish. A support base includes a plurality of radially-projecting, pivotally-mounted rod supports which are coupled via length-adjustable linkages to one or more rotationally driven, eccentric means. An associated storage battery, controller and gear reduction assembly intermittently, variably applies power to induce a desired jigging action. A remote rod holder, power supply and linkage are also disclosed.

Abstract: A clip-like holder for safely storing frame mounted eyewear. A fastener portion secures the holder to a variety of surfaces, while a flexibly resilient nosepiece/bridge support and restraint portion secures the eyewear to the holder. In various embodiments, the restraint comprises a resilient arm and/or a strap with mating fasteners secured to the holder body and strap. The fastener portion may comprise multi-sided adhesives, a resilient clip or the holder body may include a split bore for handlebar mounting.

Abstract: A modularly constructed, trailerable, skid mounted, multi-compartmented concrete mixer and cement storage silo having a plurality of longitudinally aligned, bottom mounted, driven feed chains. In a combination construction, a single motor is cooperatively coupled to the feed chains of each mixer compartment and the feed chain of the cement silo to feed the cement/sand/aggregate in metered quantities to a turreted, separately powered auger where water is added and along the length of which the concrete is mixed. A silo vent column includes a plurality of fabric collection filters and means for vibrationally removing and reclaiming the cement. Air infiltration ports mounted along the bottom of the cement silo and one or more vibrators mounted to the mixer adjacent the sand and aggregate bins prevents crusting. Alternatively, the silo may be self-powered, and/or the mixer and silo may be transported independent of one another and/or without the trailer.

Abstract: A sheet metal constructed modular pack kitchen including utility tables, sinks and cabinetry, along with an airtight wood stove and flue-mounted oven. When disassembled, the components self-store in nested relation within one another. The stove includes an airtight non-warping cook top, hollow double bottom, hinged hot water tank and supports a double-walled, damper-controlled oven and warming shelf. Slip-mounted, interlocking cook top and flue/oven sections provide a knock-down, airtight construction.

Abstract: A castered, low-profile, hydraulic lift assembly including a pivoting lift arm supporting a plurality of detachable transition arms and lift heads. Slip couplers, including linch pins and set screws mating with the arms and lift heads, adjustably position the proper head in overlying or underlying relation to the workpiece. The lift heads, which include workpiece securing hooks, support yokes, chains and support harnesses, slip mount to a slotted end of the outermost arm.

Abstract: Multi-lens slide projection apparatus for displaying transparent fingerprint records in side-by-side and juxtaposed relation to one another. Each lens system is independently mounted on a gimbaled platform having externally accessible tilt and rotation control mechanisms for one or both platforms for varying the relative positions of each platform to the other to orient the projected images without skewing or paralax.

Abstract: A hinged, two-piece molded plastic member foldable to form a bulkhead bushing for electrical conductors. A flexibly tapered, notched, multi-fingered inner end restrains the bushing to a junction box. In one embodiment, an inwardly projecting wedging member and a serrated wrap member and latch releasably restrain one or more electrical conductors to the bushing. In another embodiment, the wrap member and multiple mating latch arms secure the conductors and bushing halves to one another.

Abstract: A flat metal fishing lure stamp formed to exhibit a V-shaped profile over the length of the body, when viewed end on, and wherein the apex of said V-shaped body is arcuately formed over its length at a predetermined radius of curvature. Line and hook receiving apertures are formed in the opposite body ends and colored attractant decals are secured to the body.

Abstract: Modularly arranged seat frameworks supporting of custom upholstered seat cushions and mountable in a variety of makes, models and years of automboiles. Cable-actuated, spring release means coupled between the backrest and bench frame portions to at least one hinge member facilitate a recliner adjustment of one to the other. Included mounting brackets support a seat belt retractor to the backrest framework with the extreme ends of the belt coupling to the automotive frame.

Abstract: A time multiplexed integrated alarm contact for reporting detected alarm conditions to a system controller in a hardwired alarm system and wherein distinguishable binary frequencies are used for synchronizing/responding and for programming the contact. During programming, an identity code is written into an included shift register and non-volatile memory defining the system reporting interval and the contact's reporting interval within the system interval. Controller initiated synchronizing signals induce each contact's status transmission with or without resetting an alarm buffer and whereby redundant alarm reports may be obtained.

Abstract: A formed metal guard mountable to a planter framework to prevent clogging or blockage of furrow closure means. In a particular embodiment, a trapezoidal guard plate vertically extends forward of and in centered relation to a pair of V-mounted furrow closure wheels.

Abstract: A clip-like holder for safely storing frame mounted eyewear. A fastener portion secures the holder to a variety of surfaces, while a flexibly resilient nosepiece/bridge support and restraint portion secures the eyewear to the holder. In various embodiments, the restraint comprises a resilient arm and/or a strap with mating fasteners secured to the holder body and strap. The fastener portion may comprise multi-sided adhesives, a resilient clip or the holder body may include a split bore for handlebar mounting.

Abstract: Apparatus for selectively coupling a ring gear to the drive train of a race car to effectuate engine start; generally comprising a geared flywheel retaining hub slidably mounted along a slideway between an adapter assembly bolted to the transmission and a geared drive hub bolted to the crankshaft. An intermediate shift actuator pivotally coupled to the adapter assembly and flywheel retaining hub selectively engages/disengages the flywheel from the starter drive and drive train.

Abstract: A short distance, battery powered, amplitude modulated, crystal controlled RF transmitter for transmitting encoded security information. In its preferred embodiments, the transmitter comprises a novel fifth overtone crystal oscillator which self-produces a carrier frequency at the third harmonic of the fifth overtone of the crystal's fundamental frequency, which carrier frequency is coupled by a series resonant trap, or a pi network, tuned to the carrier frequency to an amplifier stage where the carrier is amplitude modulated via pulse position encoded binary security data. In an alternative embodiment, the transmitter comprises matched crystal oscillator, tripler and amplifier stages. Also disclosed is an antenna including a battery clip contact.

Abstract: A method and apparatus in a security system whereby a central processing unit self learns the identities of its distributed wireless keypad and alarm transmitters. Each transmitter includes an electrically eraseable memory containing signal conditioning data and a pseudo randomly programmed identification code. During a transmitter initiating programming condition, the CPU captures the received identification code of each transmitter and establishes an identity code table by which subsequently received transmissions are confirmed as belonging to the system.

Abstract: A floor recess mountable trap including a plurality of scented, access channelways leading to an interior containment cavity whereat a rotatable, vaporizer, attractor member is mounted in displaced relation to the channelway exits. Depending upon the recess depth, a ramp collar maybe used. A one-way valve member prevent escape from the cavity.

Abstract: A replaceable bit for cable drill tool stems including a leading longitudinal cutting rib and first and second lagging, flattened reaming portions. The cutting rib diametrically extends between and bisects the reaming portions which partially extend about the bit's circumference and progressively taper upward from a wedged horizontal cutting edge. Inwardly flared channels mating with reliefs in the drill stem are defined by the inner bit surfaces on each side of the cutting edge. Beveled top edges converge to a flat welding surface mating with a prepared drill stem. A method of replacing a worn bit on a dril bit stem with such a replaceable bit is also disclosed.

Abstract: A convex pivoting pad mountable to a snow thrower or other handle-directed, small engine equipment and on to which the equipment weight may be shifted to facilitate turning. In one embodiment, the pad is frame-mounted to the equipment by way of a pedestal assembly. In other embodiments, one or more pads are pivotally mounted in relation to the chassis or lever arms to selectively control the required tilt force relative to the equipment wheels. In a further embodiment, a lever-actuated linkage coupled to the drive axle raises/lowers the pad as the opposite wheel drives the snow thrower therearound.