Abstract: The apparatus for video inspection of the interior surface of tubular goods, includes: an elongated mounting plate having a first and a second end; a first compartment at the first end of the mounting plate which has a light transmissive window facing the second end of the mounting plate; a second compartment at the second end of the mounting plate which has a light diffusing window facing the first end of the mounting plate; a video camera having a wide angle lens in the compartment; a light source in said second compartment; a first prism disposed in front of said lens; and, external means for monitoring and recording camera output.The wide angle lens in combination with the prism provides for a dual field of view, part of which is transmitted through the prism for viewing a small circumferential area opposite the inclined side of the prism, and, part of which constitutes a peripheral view of nearly the entire circumference, "C", of the tubular received directly by the lens.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for dimensionally uniform building construction using interlocking connectors. In the preferred embodiment, the apparatus comprises a system of building blocks, each block having a top, a bottom, an interior face, an exterior face, and two end faces. Each block is substantially dimensionally uniform, and has at least one vertically aligned female dovetail slot in each face, with substantially uniform lateral spacing between slots. Interlocking connectors or clips, in one embodiment comprising dual male dovetails, mate with the female dovetail slots and connect the blocks together. After erection of the wall, reinforcing rods and concrete may be placed within the block cavities. In similar fashion, objects such as exterior facing and interior cabinetry may be suspended from the faces of the blocks by attaching clips to the objects then inserting the clips in the mating female dovetail slots.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for suspending the basket, of a cooking vessel comprising a pot and inner basket, inside of the pot, to permit drainage of the basket and food inside the basket into the pot after cooking the food in a liquid cooking medium (such as water or cooking oil) contained in the pot. The apparatus comprises a generally S-shaped member, having upper and lower oppositely-facing hooks joined by an intermediate section. A handle may be attached to the apparatus. To use the apparatus, the basket is lifted to a height above the liquid level in the pot. The lower hook is inserted into a perforation in the basket, and the basket and apparatus is then lowered until the upper hook hooks over the top rim of the pot. The basket then rests suspended in the pot above the liquid level therein, with the side of the basket opposite the side in which the lower hook of the apparatus is inserted bearing against the adjacent inner wall of the pot.

Abstract: Apparatus for dimensionally uniform building construction using interlocking connectors. In the preferred embodiment, the apparatus comprises a system of building blocks, each block having a top, a bottom, an interior face, an exterior face, and two end faces. Each block is substantially dimensionally uniform, and has at least one vertically aligned female dovetail slot in each face, with substantially uniform lateral spacing between slots. Interlocking connectors or clips, in one embodiment comprising dual male dovetails, mate with the female dovetail slots and connect the blocks together. After erection of the wall, reinforcing rods and concrete may be placed within the block cavities. In similar fashion, objects such as exterior facing and interior cabinetry may be suspended from the faces of the blocks by attaching clips to the objects then inserting the clips in the mating female dovetail slots. The invention further comprises generally vertically disposed wall studs having female dovetail slots therein.

Abstract: Apparatus, adapted for use with commercial sales containers containing dry powdered or granular materials, for metered dispensing of portions of the container volume, while sealing the container between uses. A divider comprising multiple vanes is inserted into a container. The vanes run generally vertically and contact the bottom and inner wall of the container when in place, forming a plurality of compartments within the container. The upper edges of the vanes are substantially even with the top edge of the container. The divider is made of flexible, washable material. A lid having a circumferential distensible lip snaps atop the container, the lower surface of the lid contacting the upper edges of the vanes. The lid may be rotated while in place atop the container, and has an opening which may be aligned over one of the compartments formed by the divider. A generally funnel-shaped top attaches to the lid, with a sealing cap permitting sealed storage of the container between servings.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for continuous analysis and/or modification of the vapor pressure characteristics of a hydrocarbon stream includes: liquid/gas separation chamber; constant flow liquid influent means; liquid level sensing means; temperature control means; constant pressure gaseous effluent means; liquid effluent means having a flow rate responsive to liquid level sensing means; and influent and effluent flow metering means. Means for sensing composition of gaseous effluent, and manifold means responsive to said composition for variable blending of differing liquid hydrocarbon streams, may also be provided. Influent may be heated or cooled prior to entering the separation chamber.In the preferred embodiment, liquid influent rate is substantially constant. Temperature and pressure, which pressure may be made sub-atmospheric by vacuum means, are selected and maintained.

Abstract: An apparatus for retaining building blocks, such as bricks and cement blocks, to a wall structure to form a suitable veneer, without the use of mortar or other binding agent between the blocks. The apparatus is also suitable for use as a brick laying guide in the construction of conventionally mortar and brick wall. The apparatus comprises a base plate attached to the wall structure by nailing, screwing, or other like means. Attached to the base plate and extending generally perpendicularly outward are at least two retainer arms, the inner faces of said arms opposing one another and forming a retaining space therebetween for closely receiving the building block. Each of the arms further comprises at least one prong extending into said retaining space.

Abstract: Apparatus for reconditioning the seal shoulders of threaded tubular connections, whether of single or multiple seal shoulder configuration, which non-threadably engages the connection for alignment. For box connections, the apparatus has two circular plates disposed on a shaft, with a cutting surface on one face of each plate. The shaft is rotably and slidably disposed within two conical mandrels which non-threadably engage the threads of the box connection. The mandrels are spring biased toward one end of the apparatus. The apparatus is positioned with the mandrels within the box connection, bearing against the thread crests. The shaft is rotated and pushed toward the connection, bringing the cutting means into rotating contact with the seal shoulders of the connection, for resurfacing and alignment of the seal shoulders. For pin connections, the shaft is connected to a drum having circular plates at each end. The circular plates carry cutting surfaces.

Abstract: A rotatable wet connect for downhole logging devices. A male shaft is disposed downhole within a drill string. A contact rod of an electrically conducting material having a prong at its uphole end extends through the male shaft, the contact rod electrically insulated from the male shaft. The contact rod electrically connects to a downhole logging device. A shoulder is disposed about a lower portion of the male shaft. A circumferential groove containing a multitude of ball bearings extends about the male shaft adjacent the uphole side of the shoulder. A collar is disposed over the male shaft and rests atop and retains the ball bearings. Set screws retain the collar in place on the male shaft. Once in place atop the ball bearings, the collar may rotate freely about the male shaft. A female sleeve carries a spring biased disc for making electrical contact with the prong of the male shaft. The disc is electrically coupled to the spring, which in turn is electrically coupled to the wireline.

Abstract: Support member (10) has stabilizer plate (12) and upper (16) and lower (18) tire holders. Support member (10) spans the diameter of a vehicle tire (22), penetrating the treads of the tire. Upper (16) and lower (18) tire holders are spaced apart so as to closely engage tire (22) and maintain tire (22) at a desired vertical elevation. Cross bar (14) is fastened to support member (10) approximately one half way between upper and lower tire holders (16) and (18), with the ends of cross bar (14) engaging the sidewalls of tire (22), thus preventing rotation of tire (22) about support member (10). The apparatus is installed by driving support member (10) into a water bottom at a desired location, typically near a coastline, with tire (22) direction ally aligned so as to protect the coastline, typically by alignment of the sidewalls or face of the tire perpendicular to prevailing wave and tidal flow.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for continuous analysis and/or modification of the vapor pressure characteristics of a hydrocarbon stream includes: liquid/gas separation chamber; constant flow liquid influent means; liquid level sensing means; temperature control means; constant pressure gaseous effluent means; liquid effluent means having a flow rate responsive to liquid level sensing means; and influent and effluent flow metering means. Means for sensing composition of gaseous effluent, and manifold means responsive to said composition for variable blending of differing liquid hydrocarbon streams, may also be provided. Influent may be heated or cooled prior to entering the separation chamber.In the preferred embodiment, liquid influent rate is substantially constant. Temperature and pressure, which pressure may be made sub-atmospheric by vacuum means, are selected and maintained.

Abstract: The apparatus includes an elongated tubular body having, in longitudinally consecutive array, a sample chamber, a pressurized gas reservoir, and an evacuate reservoir. A piston, having at least two pressure activated seals disposed in opposition, is longitudinally movable in the sample chamber. An elongated spool having a longitudinal bore and outer circumference lands and grooves, is longitudinally slidable between seated bores disposed in longitudinally opposite sides of the pressurized gas reservoir thereby providing on activation a unitary means for establishing a specific sequence of liquid and gas transfer between said chambers and reservoirs.The apparatus is prepared for use by positioning of the piston proximal to a checked influent valve, charging the distal end of the sample chamber with an incompressible fluid, charging of the pressurized gas chamber with a compressible gas, and charging of a time delay apparatus. The apparatus is then lowered in the earth bore.

Abstract: An apparatus for selectively activating a downhole Measurement While Drilling (MWD) tool, so as to prolong the life of the MWD battery and improve function of the MWD flow restrictor pilot valve assembly, includes a switch actuator responsive to pressure differential disposed incorporated within a fluid sealed pressure chamber which also incorporates a pilot valve assembly for activating the flow restrictor for causing mud pulse signals. The switch actuator comprises upstream and downstream bellows sealing a fluid filled reservoir, with a push-action switch within the upstream bellows, isolated from the drilling fluid. Ports expose the upstream and downstream bellows to longitudinally spaced points in the flowstream, the upstream ports providing flow-through cleaning of the upstream bellows.

Abstract: An apparatus for adjusting the position of semi-trailer axles in order to attain a desired per-axle loading. Typically, a semi-trailer is towed behind a tractor. The apparatus includes a trailer bed frame having a longitudinal axis generally parallel to the direction of travel; an elongated threaded shaft connected to the trailer frame, parallel to the longitudinal axis; an axle carriage supporting the trailer bed frame; a sleeve having a threaded bore threaded onto the threaded shaft; a sleeve support connecting the sleeve to the axle carriage such that the sleeve may rotate about the threaded shaft, while preventing any relative longitudinal movement between the sleeve and the carriage; a motor for bi-directionally rotating the sleeve; and one or more axles attached to the axle carriage with wheels on each end of the axles. An operator uses a switch proximal the axle carriage to rotate and move the sleeve in a desired direction via the motor, moving the axle carriage longitudinally in unison.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition suitable for use as a combination fire retardant, soil and water protectant, and biocide, and to the method of making and applying the composition. The preferred embodiment contains the following ingredients: from 2.30% to 9.22% by total weight of ammonium phosphate, monobasic; from 2.30% to 9.22% by total weight of ammonium phosphate, dibasic; from 2.30% to 9.22% by total weight of a compound comprising approximately 50% ammonium polyphosphate, 3% urea, and 47% water; from 2.60% to 10.4% by total weight of a fluorinated acrylic polymer; from 0.025% to 0.1% by total weight of coco imidazuline dicarboxylate; from 1.00% to 4.00% by total weight of organotin; and from 57.84% to 89.475% by total weight of water. The composition is applied to porous materials, such as fabrics, wood, cardboard, or fiberboard, for protection from fire, soil and water damage, and virus and fungus growth.

Abstract: Apparatus for inserting full bore tools into an earth borehole, such as oil and gas wells, includes: a blowout preventer assembly superimposed on the wellhead of the borehole; a seal body having an internal concentric seal diameter, superimposed on the blowout preventer assembly; a tubular mandrel concentrically engaged with the seal diameter of said seal body, with a standpipe attached thereto; a tubular bell nipple connected to the seal body; and a pack-off assembly disposed between the internal diameter of the standpipe and a workstring inserted into the earth borehole.The blowout preventer assembly, seal body, and bell nipple are typically installed on the wellbore when well operations commence. During ordinary, unpressurized wellbore operations a seal diameter protector may be installed in the seal body.

Abstract: A floating cover and baffle system used to vastly increase treatment effectiveness of wastewater treatment lagoons used to remove pollutants from water. The floating cover prevents direct sunlight penetration which prevents the growth of algae, while allowing air to flow between the cover and the surface of the lagoon to maximize oxygen transfer. The baffle system consist of several aerobic baffles and anaerobic baffles. The aerobic baffles are located perpendicular to the direction of flow of wastewater and directs the flow into the upper region of the lagoon which is where aerobic micro-organisms prevail and there is the most available oxygen. The baffles are also secured at a thirty degree angle with the bottom of the lagoon in order to minimizing solids settling and prevent the accumulation of solids in a concentrated area which can cause odor problems.

Abstract: An apparatus for pressure testing of tubulars. The apparatus comprises a tester body having multiple spaced-apart external circumferential seal elements expansible by piston movement; a seal gas saver valve connected to the tester body; and a pressurized seal and test gas source to supply gas to the tester. The tester body is inserted into a tubular so that the seal elements are astride a desired test area, typically a tubular connection. Seal gas pressure is then applied to move the pistons and expand the seal elements against the tubular wall, forming a test chamber. Test gas is then introduced into the chamber to achieve a desired pressure, and external containment and sensing means are used to detect any escape of test gas, thereby showing a leak. When the test is complete, the test gas pressure is released, and the seal gas pressure is reduced, with the seal gas flowing back into a reclamation tank.