Abstract: A device and method for applying and retaining a data carrier to a living body for providing identification of the body with respect to a reference group wherein the body's external nail surface structure, the method comprising selecting a carrier suitable for attachment to the nail surface, modifying the carrier to include a unique data format and attaching the carrier at the nail surface. The data carrier comprises a thin, substantially flat carrier suitable for attachment to the nail surface and a unique data format applied to the carrier adapting the same for repeated detection. The device and method are adaptable for use within identification systems such as hospital patient identification, clinical testing and security access control environments.

Abstract: A collapsible fence structure suited for recreational application such as baseball outfield fencing and the like, comprising a flexible, resilient, plastic fence mesh attached to fiber reinforced plastic support posts which are adapted to deflect under the weight of impact of an individual falling against the fence and being operable to immediately restore to an original, upright condition without causing injury to the individual or damage to the fence structure.

Abstract: A reusable window buck or pouring frame for forming a window opening in a cast concrete wall or the like is provided. The window buck comprises an inner and outer rectangular frame in which the inner frame is adapted to be at least partially received in mating relationship within the outer rectangular frame. Releasable clamp means are provided for releasably securing the inner and outer rectangular frame structures together as a substantially interlocked unit.

Abstract: A log splitting apparatus comprising an elongated driving shaft, a wedge shaped splitting tip attached at one end of the driving shaft and an elongated driver sleeve in which the driving shaft is telescopically mounted. The driving sleeve includes a catch coupled through the sleeve wall and adapted for releasable engagement with respect to the driver shaft. The catch is biased to a nonengaging position to allow the driver shaft to freely move within the encasement except when the catch is depressed by the user. When depressed, the catch locks the shaft in an intermediate position to enable the user to transport the apparatus in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A flotation trampoline adapted for use on a body of water comprising a non-elastic, collapsable encasement having a symmetrical configuration. The base cover is attached to a perimeter on the lower, interior tube surface and is adapted to seal off a rapid air or water flow through the tube opening to thereby create a substantially closed volume between the base cover, lower interior tube surface and the water surface upon which the tube is placed. A resilient cover is attached at the top of the encasement to provide a trampoline spring mat.

Abstract: A simulated tubular member for use as part of a highway safety device wherein the tube is comprised of a stiff, resilient rod which provides rigidity to maintain the simulated tube in straight orientation during static conditions, but deflects upon impact to avoid destruction. The rod includes a plurality of plastic bulbs which are configured to provide the appearance of a hollow plastic tube in conformance with state and federal highway specifications.

Abstract: An apparatus for simulating athletic running, throwing and swinging movements and for exercising and strengthening leg, arm, wrist, shoulder and back muscles used in such athletic movements. The apparatus is operated by the athlete and utilizes the athlete's body as a fulcrum to develop rotational motion such as arises in running, pitching, throwing and swinging motions. The exercise apparatus has an elongated rigid tubular member, with an attached hand grip at one end thereof. An exercise grip member is attached by an elastic cord to the opposing end of the tubular member and is used by the athlete to exercise the throwing/swinging arm or leg. Simulation of actual throwing and swinging motion, with greater freedom of movement on the part of the athlete during such exercises may be carried out with the device.

Abstract: A device and method for applying and retaining a unique data carrier to a tooth surface of an individual. The data carrier comprises a thin sheet of material having a data format unique to the individual. This data carrier is attached to the surface of the individual's tooth and is adapted for detection by a reader which can be operated by a third person. All phases of installation and detection of the carrier involve passive, noninvasive techniques which can be applied without regard to age and can be maintained as part of a permanent identification system. The system further comprises a central data bank which becomes a verification source for identifying information carried at the individual's tooth surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for automatic activation and control of windshield wipers in response to moisture accumulation at the exterior surface of the windshield, including a pair of thin wires sandwiched within the windshield and positioned below the surface of the windshield to be cleared by the windshield wipers. The wires provide variable capacitance to a detection circuit, based on the amount of water occurring at the windshield surface. Activating circuitry is coupled to the detecting circuitry and wiper motor for initiating wiper action when capacitance measurement exceeds a predetermined reference standard.

Abstract: Yeast quickener and dough conditioner compositions having the ability to reduce raising and baking times and improving shelf life of the baked product are obtained by adding to the said compositions an activating amount of fenugreek and a rancidity inhibiting amount of rosemary. Particularly superior characteristics are obtained by adding fenugreek and rosemary to a combination of (1) whey solids, (2) lecithin, (3) ascorbic acid, along with fillers and flavoring agents such as starch, salt, dried honey and silica gel or a silicate salt.

Abstract: A transmission device for providing positive geared, constant mesh, variable speed, rotary power transmission. The device includes a power drive shaft with an axially mounted, slidable drive gear. This drive gear is locked in rotational movement by means of an axial guide track fixed to the power drive shaft. A transmission drive shaft is fixed in oblique orientation with respect to the power drive shaft and carries a plurality of reduction gears of decreasing radius. The reduction gears are mounted on the transmission drive shaft on a spherical mounting race which permits the reduction gear to have an axis of rotation oblique to the axis of the transmission drive shaft and parallel with the axis of the power drive shaft. The spherical mounting race includes projections which are housed in elongated recesses within each reduction gear.

Abstract: A single action revolver having an oscillating arm trippet retained in the hammer cavity which interacts with the cylinder latch to rotate the cylinder in battery position or in the alternative allow the firing pin to be positioned in a cylinder notch in the cylinder web between the cylinder chambers thereby locking the cylinder in a safety or non-battery position.

Abstract: A water induction system for internal combustion engines which consists of a metering device for metering controlled amounts of air and water, a control valve which is vacuum operated and connected to the metering device to allow a predetermined amount of air and water to be drawn into a heater wherein the air water mixture is vaporized and admixed with the fuel air mixture entering the intake manifold.

Abstract: A power sustaining thermal switch placed in shunt with an existing electrical switch results in the flow of electricity through the thermal switch for a predetermined period of time after the existing switch has been turned off. Thus sustaining power in the thermal switch circuit for supply to an electrical device.

Abstract: An orthopedic canvas shoe containing a supporting arch and having a continuous flexible sole wherein the sole is formed such that the inside heel and arch portions of the sole are slightly elevated with respect to the remainder of the sole. The arch of the shoe is positioned such that the highest portion of the arch fits directly beneath the navicular bone of the foot. The arch is further supported and the foot held in proper position by extending the sole forwardly from the heel to the widest portion of the shoe supporting the ball of the foot in a straight line.Orthopedic soles having the same medial heel and arch elevations and having a filled in arch portion are adapted to be adhesively connected to any conventional upper to form an orthopedic shoe and thereby provide a method to correct and/or prevent the pronation of feet.

Abstract: An adjustable hand held carrier for large sheets of board such as plywood, plasterboard, paneling, fiberboard and the like comprising two pieces of substantially the same dimensions being adjustably joined together by fastening means extending through longitudinal slots in overlapping ends of said carrier, said pieces extending oppositely from each other and being backwardly facing, the outer end of each piece terminating in a tray shaped configuration.

Abstract: A compactor for metal cans, particularly beverage cans, which consists of a housing and a lid containing therein a primary chamber cavity terminating at one end in transversely extending cavity extension. With the can in position in the chamber a motorized longitudinal ram crushes the can in a longitudinal direction into the shape of a disc whereupon a cross ram operating in the cavity extension transversely crushes the disc into a pellet. In operation of the device the power driven longitudinal ram compresses the can to a predetermined point whereupon the power driven cross ram automatically starts and the longitudinal ram automatically stops. When maximum compaction has been obtained both rams automatically withdraw to their original position and the pellet falls through an opening in the floor of the cavity extension.

Abstract: A combination of a protein hydrolysate metal chelate and a sugar-metal chelate exhibit a synergistic effect on biological development in that a biological organism grows at a more rapid rate and biological tissues assimilate a substantially greater amount of essential polyvalent metals when the metals are administered in the form of an exogenically prepared composition of both hydrolyzed protein-metal and sugar-metal chelate.