Abstract: The sterilization pouch includes a sealable inner space for receiving one or more medical instruments, a preferred instrument being hinged pliers. The pouch is generally comprised of first and second layers, the layers being sealed around a peripheral edge except a separation in the seal to form an opening for accessing the inner space and a flap for closing the opening. The pouch has an upper portion and a first and second lower portion extending therefrom, the upper portion being comprised of a vertical length just as long or longer than the lower portions to allow for insertion and removal of the instrument through the opening, wherein the opening is along the peripheral edge of the upper portion. A recessed portion separates the first and second lower portions, such as to permit the inner space to connect the first and second lower portions only through the upper portion.

Abstract: An electric power generation system that includes a platform positioned above a water surface, an anchoring system to secure the platform to a floor below a body of water, at least one turbine extending below the platform to harvest underwater ocean currents and at least one electrical generator positioned upon the platform for outputting electrical energy. The turbine includes a rotatable shaft and a plurality of rotatable blades connected to the rotatable shaft. A first rotational axis of the rotatable shaft is vertically oriented and wherein a second rotational axis of the plurality of rotatable blades is horizontally aligned with an underwater current stream. The electrical generator is mechanically connected to the shaft of the turbine to convert a rotational torque of the shaft to electrical energy.

Abstract: A golfer alignment system for efficiently assisting a golfer in aligning their golf club and body properly while hitting a golf ball. The golfer alignment system generally includes a first alignment member comprised of an elongated configuration, a second alignment member comprised of an elongated configuration, wherein the second alignment member is substantially parallel to the first alignment member and at least one diagonal member attached between the first alignment member and the second alignment member. The diagonal member is attached in an oblique configuration with respect to the first alignment member and the second alignment member.

Abstract: A horizontal fuel tank support system for efficiently supporting a propane tank above the ground. The horizontal fuel tank support system generally includes a support pad including an internal cavity, wherein the internal cavity extends throughout the support pad and wherein the support pad is comprised of an elongated configuration, a platform defining at least a portion of an upper surface of the elongated support pad, wherein the platform extends along a longitudinal axis of the elongated support pad, and an internal ribbing structure extending within the internal cavity and beneath the platform. The internal ribbing structure includes a plurality of outer ribbing portions and an inner ribbing portion, wherein the inner ribbing portion is connected between the plurality of outer ribbing portions. The inner ribbing portion is comprised of a less dense structure than the plurality of outer ribbing portions to distribute the weight of the propane tank directly below the legs of the propane tank.

Abstract: An adjustable buoyancy fishing bobber system for efficiently increasing or decreasing the buoyancy of a bobber to match the particular combined weight of the fishing line, lure and bait being currently utilized. The adjustable buoyancy fishing bobber system generally includes a casing including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion extends from the second portion, wherein the casing includes a chamber formed within the first portion and the second portion. Adjusting the first portion with respect to the second portion adjusts a volume of air within the casing. A vent including a channel extends from the casing, wherein the channel extends through vent and fluidly connects to the chamber of the casing to allow the air from within the chamber to escape or enter within the chamber during adjusting.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus and container system for efficiently providing a portable container to secure multiple items within. The cooking apparatus and container system generally includes a container including an upper opening and a cavity, wherein the upper opening extends through an upper end of the container and wherein the chamber extends from the upper opening and within the container. A cap is removably secured to the container over the upper opening, wherein the cap is comprised of a configuration to seal the upper opening of the container. A handle is also included, wherein the handle may be secured in a storage position or a cooking position. The handle is secured adjacent the container in the storage position and the handle is secured to the cap in the cooking position.

Abstract: A wobbling game system for providing an interactive and challenging game. The wobbling game system generally includes an apparatus for determining an outcome of a game, comprising a base including a curved portion and a flat portion, wherein the flat portion is positioned at a lowermost end of the base and wherein the curved portion extends from the flat portion. At least one ballast is positioned proximate the base or adding weight to the base and an adjustable counterbalance mechanism extends from the base for stabilizing the base on the flat portion. A plurality of games to use the apparatus with are also described herein.

Abstract: A hiker board game system for efficiently providing a challenging and fast paced game in which players may follow alternate paths around the board during game play. The hiker board game system generally includes a game board including at least one pathway having a plurality of spaces, a plurality of tokens movable along the spaces, a chance element to determine a number of spaces for the tokens to move, a plurality of checkpoints positioned along the spaces and a plurality of progress cards each sequencing the checkpoints in a specific order, wherein the specific order is different for each of the progress cards. Each game player is assigned a token and a unique progress card to layout the specific order that the plurality of checkpoints are to be reached by each game player. A carrying case for the game board is also described.

Abstract: A camouflage retractable media system for efficiently providing media devices (e.g. speakers, etc.) that retract out-of-sight when not in use. The camouflage retractable media system generally includes a casing including a first end and a second end, wherein the first end includes a first opening and wherein the first opening extends through the first end. A chamber extends within the casing, wherein the chamber interconnects with the first opening. A drive unit extends within the chamber and a media device extends from the drive unit. A cap is positioned adjacent the first opening of the casing, wherein the cap includes a camouflage covering with respect to a surrounding environment. The drive unit selectively extends the media device outwardly from the first opening when in use and retracts the media device back within the chamber when not in use.

Abstract: A square and leveling tool for measuring exterior and interior corners along buildings, corner posts, rafters, etc. The tool generally includes a first arm having measuring indicia disposed and a second arm having measuring indicia, wherein the second arm is angularly disposed from the first arm to form an approximate 90 degree angle with one another. An exterior corner section is pivotally connected to the first arm and the second arm along adjoining exterior edges, wherein the exterior corner section pivots to define an exterior notch adapted to flushly receive an interior corner for measuring and/or leveling. An interior corner notch is formed within adjoining interior edges of the first arm and the second arm to flushly receive an exterior corner post for measuring and/or leveling adjacent sides along the corner post. The tool may also include a plurality of levels for leveling the tool horizontally, vertically, etc.

Abstract: A plow for a conveyor belt for efficiently removing debris from the return portion of the conveyor belt. The plow for a conveyor belt generally includes a frame having a pair of front plow blades, wherein the pair of front plow blades define a V-shape oriented toward an upstream direction of travel with respect to the conveyor belt. The frame also includes a pair of pivotal wings each including a rear plow blades. A support bracket extends from the frame to secure the frame to a conveyor structure of the conveyor belt. At least one roller is rotatably connected to the frame and extends beyond a lower end of the frame to contact the conveyor belt and to maintain a separation between the frame and the conveyor belt as the at least one roller travels along the conveyor belt.

Abstract: A connector device for maintaining a desired spatial relationship for spatially and securely connecting to a platform, such as a circuit board, in an efficient manner. The connector device generally includes a body portion separated from the secondary device, a plurality of legs extending from the body portion for removably attaching the body portion to the secondary device, wherein the plurality of legs each include a foot member insertable within an opening of the secondary device for grasping the secondary device and at least one contact pin extending from the body portion to contact the secondary device on an opposite surface as the foot member. The contact pin maintains the separation between the body portion and the secondary device and includes a spring for providing a counter force against the secondary device with respect to the foot member.

Abstract: An athletic training apparatus for improving the stick and ball handling ability of an athlete and particularly an ice hockey player. The athletic training apparatus generally includes a body member having an upper surface, a flat bottom surface, and a generally circular side wall, wherein the body member is comprised of a cylindrical shape and at least one elongated attachment member extending below the bottom surface of the body member to affix the body member to an athletic training surface, such as a sheet of ice for ice hockey training. Pads may also be secured to the attachment member below the bottom surface of the body member for providing a gripping structure to secure the body member to a surface, such as a roller hockey playing surface. Alternate uses may be employed, such as use upon a court to improve ball handling skills and various other playing surfaces.

Abstract: A medical instrument sterilization pouch for efficiently bagging hinged instruments. The medical instrument sterilization pouch generally includes a pouch including a first layer and a second layer, wherein the first layer and/or the second layer are comprised of a gas permeable material and wherein the first layer is attached to the second layer via an outer seal substantially surrounding an outer perimeter of the first layer and the second layer. The first layer and the second layer are further impermeable to micro-organisms or toxins. The pouch includes a first lower portion and a second lower portion, wherein the first lower portion is separated from the second lower portion and wherein the first lower portion and the second lower portion form a recessed portion between thereof. The pouch preferably receives a medical instrument (i.e. surgical pliers), wherein the medical instrument is sterilized within the pouch and is then positioned upon a respective tool rack (i.e. pliers rack).

Abstract: A fluid dispensing system for efficiently rapidly dispensing fluid for a user to drink. The fluid dispensing system generally includes a container including an upper end, a lower end, a cavity and an upper opening, wherein the upper end is opposite the lower end, wherein the upper opening extends within the upper end and wherein the cavity extends from the upper opening of the upper end toward the lower end. A release valve extends within the container, wherein the release valve includes a channel extending through the release valve and wherein the release valve selectively seals the channel.

Abstract: An excavation equipment alarm system for providing advance warning to an operator of an excavator of overhead obstacles. The excavation equipment alarm system generally includes a support member attached to the actuator, a guide tube attached to the support member, a guide arm slidably positioned within the guide tube, a mounting post attached to a distal end of a telescoping arm of the actuator and to the guide arm, and a magnetic sensor attached to the actuator to detect a distal end of guide arm. If the magnetic sensor detects the presence of the guide arm, then the warning unit is not activated. If the magnetic sensor no longer detects the presence of the guide arm, then the warning unit is activated to warn the operator of the excavator that the boom of the excavator may be at an unsafe height.

Abstract: A fishing rod illumination system for fishing lures that utilize fiber-optics to attract fish. The fishing rod illumination system includes a fishing reel, a light source within the fishing reel, a control pad in communication with the light source to control the light source, and a length of fiber optic fishing line connected to the fishing reel. The light source and control pad may also be encased within an auxiliary casing separate than the fishing reel, wherein the light source is directed via a supply cord toward the fiber optic fishing line while in use.

Abstract: A vehicle window security screen system for providing interior ventilation of a vehicle while maintaining the security of the vehicle. The vehicle window security screen system generally includes a first frame having a first mesh and a second frame having a second mesh adjustably connected to one another. The first frame and the second frame form the shape of a window opening in a vehicle to secure the interior contents of a vehicle while simultaneously providing adequate ventilation.

Abstract: A dual drive drywall lift system for efficiently lifting a panel either manually or through an external motor. The dual drive drywall lift system generally includes a lifting unit including at least one telescoping member, a first drive unit mechanically connected to the lifting unit, wherein the first drive unit selectively extends and retracts the telescoping member(s) outwardly via a manual force input member and a second drive unit mechanically connected to the lifting unit, wherein the second drive unit selectively extends and retracts the telescoping member(s) outwardly via a powered force applied to the second drive unit.

Abstract: A grease gun applicator system for making it easier to use a battery powered grease gun by freeing up one hand while greasing. The grease gun applicator system includes a powered grease gun, a dispensing hose extending from the powered grease gun, a dispensing nozzle attached to a distal end of the dispensing hose and a control switch attached to or adjacent to the dispensing nozzle to control the powered grease gun. A sling is preferably attached to the powered grease gun for allowing easy transportation of the powered grease gun.