Abstract: The fusing assembly of an electrical system has communication connectors (20) (43) (55) (64), fuse sets (22) (49) (58) (72) (83) (105) or fuse units (84) (86) and bus connectors (12) (44) (55) (70). The fusing assemblies can also include bridging fixtures (45) (56) (69) (109) and communication connectors (106) (115). The preferred female electrodes are coil electrodes 914) (67) (71). The preferred fuse units and fuse sets are indexed (58) (72) (94) (100). The fusing assemblies are used in a variety of electrical systems including vehicular electrical systems.

Abstract: The location systems are made up of a monitoring and control center, repeaters and tags. System communications are preferably at frequencies in the 900 MHz band. The center and computers utilize both commercial and custom software developed for use in and by the system. The center, repeaters and tags can also include a sensor(s) and a panic “switch” and/or other informational input mechanism(s). The coordinates of the repeaters and control station transmitters are stored in tag memory. The location of the tag(s) in time and space is by use of the stored coordinates in memory and by calculations based on time phase measurements of transmissions from the control center an/or the repeaters.

Abstract: The fuse block extenders are made up of a shell (10), (10a), (10b), (10c), (10d), (10e) enclosing a bus electrode (11), circuit electrode (12), (12a), electrode base(s) (13), (13a), (13b) and accessory electrode(s) (17), (17a), (17b), (17c). Some models have a detachable cover (21) and attached cover (21a), (21b), (21c), (21d) for the accessory electrodes. The bus electrode and circuit electrodes mate with complementary fuse block electrodes of appropriate capacities and shape and the accessory electrodes connect to the electrodes of accessory circuits.

Abstract: An aircraft having a supercharger installed from a retrofit kit and a retrofit kit for retrofitting a supercharger 24 in or below the separation space (21) of an aircraft engine compartment or nacelle which is made up of a supercharger (24), one or more mounting plates (26) (54) and a drive pulley assembly (35) (53). The kits can also include a mounting bracket (25) and front connector mounting (52).

Abstract: The crocheted fabrics of this invention have rows of scallops (shells under tension) alternating on each side of the fabric with each scallop overlaying a void which is traversed by a strand of the yarn. Preferably, the fabric is created, in a chrocheting process, by omitting chaining between scallops, beginning each new row at the point of the last stitch in the next previous row and eliminating the stitch attaching each scallop to the peak of the adjacent scallop in the just formed row.

Abstract: The electrical boxes (15), (15a) have two inwardly angled projections (19), (19a), (19b), which are perpendicular to the frontal edge of the boxes and at least one medially positioned, horizontal boss(es) (22). The opposite side of the boxes (15), (15a) has complementary positioning slots (23) into which the boss(es) (22) fit and complementary slots (24) for projections (19,) (19a) and (19b). The boxes (15) and (15a) are made into a box assembly when combined with an “L” shaped mounting bracket (31).

Abstract: A modified cross flow fan 10, intake duct 25 and exhaust duct 26 combination has the intake duct 25 spanning 160°-180° of the anterior circumference of the fan 10. The location of the upper surface 27 adjacent fan 10 is determined by a substantially increasing power requirement and a substantial diminishing of exhaust gas outputs. The upper surface 26 near the fan 10 preferably has a curvature similar to the curvature of blades 12. The lowermost location of the lower surface 28 of the intake duct 25 is at the point of an increase in the relative vacuum of the external intake gas pressure. The fan 10 has blades 12 creating an internal working space ratio of at least about 5:1. Blade 12 count will vary with intended usage and size, e.g., from 16-60 or more. Blades 12 are preferably angled at 50°-60° from the radius line of the fan 10 and have an inner surface curvature of 60°-80°. The exhaust duct 26 spans 100°-120° of the fan's circumference at the lower rear of fan 10.

Abstract: Towed vehicle braking systems which are flexible enough for use by rental agencies and provide good safety features use a compressor (15) to drive a fluid actuator (12) with a piston (11). The piston is attached to the towed vehicle's brake actuator (30), e.g., a brake pedal or hand grip. The free standing braking system case is positioned within the towed vehicle by a positioning mechanism (32), e.g., a scissors jack. The braking system is actuated by one or more of (a) a towed vehicle velocity decrease sensor (46 and 47) (46 and 52); (b) a separation of the towed vehicle and the towing vehicle sensor (63 and 64) and (c) coded signals from a transmitter (66), e.g., radio frequency, used by the driver to control the braking system of the towed vehicle when received by a towed vehicle receiver (67) and used to actuate the towed vehicle braking system.

Abstract: The treadmill exercisers include uprights 16, 16a, a treadmill 15 and treadmill frame 17, 17a and a two part treadmill 15 made up of two rows of rollers 33 separated by roller supports 34 which form an exerciser section 26 and massager section 27.The rollers used in the treadmill preferably have a surface made of flat topped pyramids 46 formed by one or more spiral grooves 45 and substantially parallel longitudinal grooves 46. The preferred alternating rollers are preferably positioned so that the pyramids 46 are in a herringbone pattern.

Abstract: The new snowboard bindings allow the snowboard rider to change the angle of the boot attachment for the purpose of accomplishing more "tricks". Each binding has a board anchor plate (15), a boot anchor (26), a biasing unit (21), and a locking unit (22). The board anchor plate (15) can include an angle set plate (16) to enable the rider to change the binding alignment on the snowboard. The usual straps (59and 60) are attached to the boot anchor (26) and a heel holder (29) are used to lock the boot in place. A biasing unit (21) (50A) utilizes one or more hinges (32 and 33) (50)(67) and a biasing mechanism. The biasing mechanism can be a coiled spring(s) (23)(68), an elastomeric wedge (40), a leaf spring (47), and/or a torsion bar (51), etc. The biasing mechanism forces the board anchor plate (15) and the boot anchor (26) into parallel alignment. This alignment can be changed by the user by releasing the board anchor plate (15) and the boot anchor (26) from parallel alignment by retracting the locking pin (24).

Abstract: A craft for ground effect and aerodynamic flight has, in addition to the usual vertical and horizontal stabilizer(s), a primary, upper airfoil, a lower secondary airfoil and a pivotable flap. The upper surface of the primary airfoil forms the primary lifting surface for aerodynamic flight while the lower surface forms, at its anterior and, an air intake for the compressors powering the craft and, to the rear, the upper surface of a plenum for ground effect flight. The upper surface of the secondary airfoil forms the lower surface of the compressor air intake at its anterior end and a compressed air exhaust at its other end. The lower surface forms the anterior end of the plenum when the pivotable flap is in the down position. The pivotable flap is attached near the forward end of the lower surface of the secondary airfoil to block the flow of compressed gases out the front of the craft during landing and while in hovercraft mode. Preferred models have a vertical stabilizer forward of the cockpit.

Abstract: A fluid carrier is made up of at least a flexible inner container, a nozzle and an outer substantially rigid shell which may or may not be compressible or expandable and which can be enclosed with a protective enclosure prior to use. Carrier kits can also include flares, reflectors and other equipment.

Abstract: Couplers for hand tools and extension handles are made up of two one piece fittings. Each fitting has an attachment element for connection to one of the tool and extension handle and a connecting element for joining the two fittings. Normally, one of the attachment elements will be a threaded male element and the other a threaded female element. The connector elements also are composed of a male and female element. The male connector element is a tube or rod with a dually tapered flange. The flange fits into a channel (depression) in the female connector element. The connecting elements are complementary in shape and size.

Abstract: Water supply contamination is reduced within a formation or eliminated in a flooding procedure utilizing an alkaline aqueous solution. Biodegradable polymer provides a desired viscosity and mobility. Biodegradable surfactant and alkali provide any needed interfacial tension reduction. Additives, e.g., chelating agents, can be utilized for solubilization of insoluble contaminants.

Abstract: The flow of alternating current electrical power between electrode(s) and ground electrode(s) in contact with a working fluid is utilized in separating materials within the working fluid and to agitate the working fluid and separate contaminants within the fluid. The systems can be tubular or box-like and are controlled through sensors and a computer. The working fluids can be mineral ores, industrial wastes, contaminated earth, etc.

Abstract: A stabilizer for controlling the steering of boats is made of an attachment plate, a friction controller and a spool; the attachment plate is attached to the tiller, rudder or an extension of either. The spool is mounted on the attachment plate and the friction controller is connected to the attachment plate via a spool post and is moved to increase or decrease pressure on the spool. The spool has, on its edge, a modified groove which can have a single knot hole, or can have one or more groove enlargements, discontinuities and/or can be zigzagged. A line is attached to the boat on one side of the stabilizer, wound around the spool for several turns and attached to the boat on the other side. The line is knotted at approximately the midpoint for use with a knot hole. Preferably the two sides of the line are then linked on the opposite side of the spool. This mechanism allows excessive pressure against the rudder to move an unattended tiller in emergencies.

Abstract: A modified hemostat adapted to be used as a multipurpose fishing tool has a clamping section, a fulcrum and handles. The clamping section has a first short space proximate to the tips and a longer space proximate to flat-shaped sections adjacent the fulcrum. The spaces are on the inner surface of the clamping section and are formed by cavities in the jaws. The jaws should be designed to be in substantial contact when the hemostat is in the closed position. The unit can also have crimpers, cutters and vices on its inner surfaces.

Abstract: A system for controlling manufacturing systems having workstations and tools using a Limis system to operate the controllers for the tools. Limis systems use an active transceiver (AT) and one or more passive transceivers (PT). The PT's are attached to the moving parts of the tools, the raw materials, work pieces and other tools. The Pt's communicate with the AT's by coded EMR, light and sound transmission.

Abstract: A dual gender electrical connector is made up of a "male" member, a "female" member, and a positioning means. The positioning means may be integral with either the male or female member, and/or a part of any shielding used. The male member is made up of a non-conductive support material of predetermined thickness in which electrically conductive electrical contacts are embedded in parallel. Short lengths of the electrical contacts are exposed on the rear end for connection to electrical conductors. Longer lengths of electrical contacts are exposed on the front end. The female member is made up of an electrically non-conductive support material of the basic form and often the same material as the male member, though not the same depth as the male member. Tubes having a length equal to approximately the depth of the female member support material are positioned within the support material so as to be capable of sliding over and in contact with the electrical contacts of the male member.

Abstract: A weather-resistant carrier is made up of a non-waterproof bag and waterproof accessories. The accessories are a bottom container, a cap, and a sheath with handles similar to those of the bag covering a major portion of the sides of the bag. One or all may be connected directly to the bag. Preferably, the bottom container is attached to the bag, the sheath attached to the bottom container, and the cap to the sheath. In a preferred model, the sheath can be folded up with the empty bag, placed in the container, and the cap can be attached to the container to provide a carrying case. All or parts of the accessories can be utilized with the bag, depending on the weather.