Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for automatically programming and controlling an oven, such as a food oven. The oven and its controller can be remotely operated over great distances by using a personal computer having a modem, and transmitting and receiving bidirectionally over a telephone interconnection, to display the cooking progress, modify a cooking sequence or prepare a new program sequence. An ergonomically designed operating panel provides an interactive intuitive method of programming the desired cooking sequences. Switch selections are monitored by a microprocessor which branches to the various preprogrammed functions. In addition, self-analysis and self-diagnostics aid the user in displaying a walk-back of the stored times and temperatures that occurred during an operating cycle before a power outage. A novel integrated oven design conserves the floor space and exhaust fan floor installation and operating costs.

Abstract: An adjustable jaw double ended wrench, where each set of jaws is gear operated. Each end wrench is adjustable, both individually and independently; the open end wrench driven by a spiral grooved shaft with beveled gears; the closed end wrench, linearly actuated by a direct driven spiral grooved shaft. At one end of the wrench is an adjustable open end wrench with a set of parallel jaws, useful in tightening or removing hex fasteners, such as hex and machine screw nuts, and cap screws. The other end, an adjustable closed end wrench for tightening or removing hex head cap screws, hex-head nuts, as well as for clutching other work. This wrench end is particularly well suited for use in areas that are blind to the user, especially in such applications as in automotive assembly and repair, ship inboard motor repair and numerous other applications of assembly and disassembly of items that may not be within the view of the user.

Abstract: A motor reversal protection system to protect driven equipment from the inadvertent or accidental reversal of direction of a three-phase electric motor should there be a reversal of phase in the transmission power lines by transposing any pair of the three power lines. The system detects the phase sequence of the applied power and automatically provides the driven equipment with the correct phase sequence within milliseconds of depressing the motor start push button. The need for a system reset is obviated in using this novel system design. The same principles of operation also apply for use with two-phase or DC power systems.

Abstract: A therapeutic method and apparatus to induce the healing of tissue cells by an electrical stimulus to a tissue area with the problematic condition by the application of low density charges of alternate polarities. The apparatus performs the therapeutic function by alternately charging and discharging the cells in 15 minute intervals over periods time from 1 to 12 hours.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel single acting, valve closing actuator that when actuated is capable of closing an attached existing plug or gate valve, one that opens and closes within one quarter turn of operation. The newly designed actuator is cylindrically quadrant shaped and utilizes an extensible air bladder to actuate an internal rigid vane, causing the attached vane shaft to rotate, thereby closing a connected existing valve. In the preferred embodiment, the air bladder is comprised of a laminate of silicone rubber bonded to an exterior coating made of Kevlar. In an alternative embodiment, two air bladders are used to provide a double acting actuator, where a remote valve reset can be accomplished. Independent stand-alone operation is provided by using a pressurized source of CO.sub.2 to inflate the air bladder and a rechargeable battery to operate the air solenoids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mud flap retainer device for attachment to the transverse, rearward facing support frame of a truck. The retainer device comprises a spring biased bracket constructed as a unitary, stainless steel piece, that incorporates releasability of the mud flap without destruction thereof, if the flap is pulled under a truck tire or is torn away by similar exceptional forces. The brackets are also useful for retaining snowplow diverters on the upper perimeter of a snowplow blade.

Abstract: This present invention relates to apparatus for use in hunting wild game animals and waterfowl, and more particularly to a weapon mounted wild animal game caller. This weapon mounted wild animal game caller finds particular application in attracting deer. It may be conveniently mounted and attached to an archery bow or to a hunting firearm. The game caller emits a grunting sound which is know to attract game animals, such as deer. The use of the grunter is very desirable for short range hunting making it the choice for many bow hunters. The activation of sound is accomplished by a novel air bladder that is filled with a resilient filamentous polyester type fiber. When mounted to an archers bow, it is easily operated with the hand even with a fully drawn bow. In an alternative embodiment, the game caller uses an electronic recording system to store a plurality of prerecorded calls, such as deer, geese, duck and the like.

Abstract: An enhanced safety system for the conversion of luminaria that uses halogen lighting technology to a safe and efficient fluorescent lighting system. Quartz halogen bulbs operate at elevated temperatures and pressures. Fires have been known to have been started when a lighting fixture is accidentally toppled where some combustible material is in close proximity. This novel retrofit system provides for the safe and efficient operation of torchiere uplighted lighting systems. By retrofitting a lighting fixture to a fluorescent lamp using this adapter, there is an immediate benefit in reduced operating cost. For the equivalent light output, there can be a cost savings reduction by a factor of six or seven to one.

Abstract: A pivoting handle for assisting a passenger of a vehicle upon entering, exiting or remaining in a vehicle. The handle includes one or more brackets for mounting the device on a single or multiple headrest bars, such that the handle will not interfere with extension or retraction of the headrest. Several of the disclosed brackets are designed for use in original equipment manufactured vehicles, while others are designed for use in integration into an existing aftermarket vehicle.The body of the handle is made of an impact resistant material over a core of rigid plastic or metal, so that the shape can be retained. The body is jacketed with a vinyl or leather so that its color can be harmonious with the interior of the passenger compartment. The handle is shaped to provide a conformable grasp with both hands of the occupant.

Abstract: A machine for container formation by folding a die-scored paperboard structure to close flaps shaped by the scoring that serve as the top and bottom of the container. A scored paperboard sheet is loaded onto a male pedestal inner pattern such that the foldable top and bottom container portions extend beyond the pattern, whereupon armature driven semicircular outer patterns, having upper and lower fingers adapted to be driven by corresponding fluid driven pin stabilizers, close upon the sheet. While closed over the sheet, the pins are activated to move the fingers inward on the inner pattern and force fold the container along the score lines, followed by automatic retraction of the pins and outer patterns. The container is thus pre-folded in preparation for shipping as a flat paper form that is ready for folding on the crease lines thus formed. One or both flaps of the container can be folded along the crease lines to form a closure at one or both ends.

Abstract: A galvanic cell is formed when ground water within a sump reservoir, tub or other pool, rises to contact electrodes constructed of dissimilar metals, the electrodes mounted in a bridge, with recessing, expansion brackets, to facilitate covering the sump hole and including an alarm device adapted to provide a warning signal should the water level exceed a predetermined level to contact the electrodes. Because an unsealed sump well is the major point of entry of radon gas, an scintillator with associated circuitry monitors the sump well to protect against the undesirable intrusion of radon gas. When the presence of radon is detected, an audible alarm is sounded when the level exceeds 4 picocuries per liter (4 pCi/L.).

Abstract: An automotive internal combustion engine demagnetizer that can improve engine performance by reducing the magnetic drag associated with the operation of the engine. By demagnetizing the engine block while the engine is running contributes to improved efficiency and performance. The demagnetizer is designed to be retrofitted onto a standard automobile having a conventional engine. A high current short duration repetitive rectangular pulse passing through the engine block serves to demagnetize it. It also allows metal particles both large and micro in size to stick to the engine block and other moving parts. This collection of particles contributes to engine failure and to the ultimate life of the engine. When the engine is not running, the present invention eliminates or reduces all magnetism in the engine block, causing almost all metal particles to fall into the crankcase that contains the oil. When the oil is drained, these particles are removed and discarded with the oil.