Abstract: An improved viewing system for lap top computers with a first reflective surface member, a hinged holding bracket for the first reflective surface member, a second reflective surface member, a pair of second brackets to hold the second reflective surface member. The hinged holding bracket is capable of fitting behind and wrapping around the screen housing of the lap top computer and is comprised of a flat plate terminating at each end in a hinged triangular shaped plate, each said triangular plate having a pair of raised ribs capable of receiving the corner of said first reflective surface member. The second brackets are capable of being affixed to the top edge of said lap top computer and have upwardly angled ribs capable of receiving the bottom edge of said second reflecting surface member.

Abstract: A sun reflecting device capable of reflecting sunlight off of a mirror through a window and onto the ceiling of a room. The mirror holding assembly is adhered the outside of the window by suction cups or other mounting structure. The mirror is capable of changing angles by adjusting the height of a pair of lead screws which are attached to the underside of the mirror by universal joints and terminate on a support platform. A central post also supports the mirror and is attached by a universal joint. The lead screws are driven by stepper motors. A photosensor array is mounted to the inside of the window and an auxiliary mirror which is attached to the main mirror reflects sunlight on to the photosensor array. A microcontroller circuit responds to the photosensors' input and sends signals to the stepper motors so that the mirror is maintained in an ideal position to reflect sunlight to the chosen spot on the ceiling.

Abstract: A liquid or lotion container and dispensing device having a liquid bottle with a reservoir, a pump, and a liquid dispensing point. The pump forces liquid from the reservoir out the liquid dispensing point. The liquid bottle also has a supporting assembly. The supporting assembly supports the liquid bottle and allows the liquid bottle to pivot relative to the supporting assembly, and/or allows the liquid bottle to be detached and reattached to the supporting assembly.

Abstract: A combined toe and finger nail clipper having a common metal strip with a toe nail cutting edge at one end and a finger nail cutting edge at the opposite end. Mating nail cutting edges are at the ends of two additional metal strips which are each welded above and below at opposite ends of the common metal strip. A pair of vertical retaining posts located at each end of the nail clipping unit hold lever arms which can be stored in the flat position or rotated around and put into the use position as in conventional nail clippers. In this way a manufacturer can produce a combined toe and finger nail clipper more economically than two separate nail clippers and the user can store the combined nail clipper in a smaller space without worrying about locating two separate clippers. The clipper can be constructed so that while one of the clippers is in use the cutting edges of its other are closed or only slightly open so as to avoid the corners of the cutting edges catching or scratching a finger of the user.

Abstract: An upper body exercise device designed to be used by a person while walking. The device consists of a belt to which a pair of cables is attached. The cables are retractable and roll up automatically, via a spring reel assembly, onto spools located within a pair of handgrips. The user grasps the handgrips and pulls outwardly while walking. The force required to pull the handgrips outwardly can be increased or decreased by turning an adjustment knob located on the outside of each handgrip. The adjustment knob causes a frictional force to be exerted on the cable spool making it easier or harder to pull the cable out. Straps are provided on each side of the belt to store the handgrips when not in use. Obviously the device of the present invention may also be used while in a stationary position or while jogging.

Abstract: A headrest includes a cushion attached to the front of a rigid back. A pair of arms slidably extend from the sides of the rigid back. The ends of the arms are pivotable to an orthogonal portion for clamping to a seatback. The hook portion of a hook-and-loop fastener is attached to the inner side of each end of the arm for grabbing the looped fabric on the seatback. A pair of keyhole-shaped sockets are arranged on opposite ends of the rigid back. An arm is inserted into one of the sockets, and a side bolster is pivotally attached to the arm. The cushion supports a head in a neutral position without requiring the user to lean back, and the side bolster restrains the head from falling to one side. The angle of the side bolster is adjustable for conforming to a leaning head. In a second embodiment, the headrest includes a cushion removably positioned in a recess on a housing. A cylindrical rod extending from a side bolster is inserted into one of a plurality of holes arranged on opposite ends of the housing.

Abstract: A combined toe and finger nail clipper having a common metal strip with a toe nail cutting edge at one end and a finger nail cutting edge at the opposite end. Mating nail cutting edges are at the ends of two additional metal strips which are each welded above and below at opposite ends of the common metal strip. A pair of vertical retaining posts located at each end of the nail clipping unit hold lever arms which can be stored in the flat position or rotated around and put into the use position as in conventional nail clippers. In this way a manufacturer can produce a combined toe and finger nail clipper more economically than two separate nail clippers and the user can store the combined nail clipper in a smaller space without worrying about locating two separate clippers.

Abstract: An improved motorized foot massager having three pairs of massaging modules. Each pair of massaging modules is comprised of a centrally located motor and gear reduction assembly and a left and right set of massaging cams. Each cam set is comprised of a plurality of horizontally disposed shafts, each shaft having a plurality of off set cams. The front pair of massaging modules is intended for the toes and ball of the foot. The middle section is intended for the arch area and the Rear section is intended for the heal portion of the foot. The front and rear section are slidable and lockable so that the unit can be adjusted to a particular persons foot. A cloth housing covers the rotating cams to prevent a users toes from being pinched by the rotating cams. The center, arch massaging modules are able to be raised or lowered to accommodate for an individuals arch height. A heal guide attached to the rear massage modules helps a person place his or her foot in the proper location.

Abstract: A collapsible lamp-shade structure for a decorative lamp having a light weight flexible material which is supported by a column of forced air emanating from a fan located in the lamp base. The lamp-shade material is held in place by spring clips located on the end of extension arms located at the top of the lamp base. Swivel joints connect the extension arms to the lamp base so that the arms may be folded in creating a pyramid shape in the non use mode or folded out causing the forced air to make the lamp-shade material billow like a parachute. A light bulb located in the lamp base shines up causing the lamp-shade to glow.

Abstract: A device for holding a pillow in a convenient manner consisting of a pair of flexible poles connected at one end by a resilient rubber strip. At the other end a spring loaded retaining ball captures the pillow between the two poles. A second ball shaped handle is connected to an internal cable and when the ball is pulled it releases the retaining ball allowing the device to come out and the pillow staying in the pillow case.

Abstract: A vehicle antenna accessory includes a main body for fitting on top of an antenna. A display panel with graphics arranged thereon is pivotally attached to the main body. A wing is attached orthogonally to the display panel. When the vehicle is parked, the display panel provides an easily visible identification for the owner looking for his or her vehicle among many other cars. When the vehicle is in forward motion, wind pushing against the wing causes the display panel to "fly" to a horizontal position to provide an eye-catching effect.

Abstract: A shower curtain support rod assembly which mounts between opposing bathtub stall walls which, when installed, allows a shower curtain to be slidably movable in an inward and outward direction with respect to the longitudinal edge of the bathtub, thereby creating more space for a shower taker. When a shower is not in progress, the shower curtain can be slid inward thereby creating more space in the remaining bathroom area.

Abstract: A bowling toy having a unique ball launching and pin setting means. The miniature bowling ball is placed in a tubular launcher where both gravity and a motorized spinning rubber wheel act to propel the ball down a miniature bowling alley. The rubber wheel can be adjusted in terms of its angular relationship with the ball and in terms of its speed causing the ball to travel slowly or quickly in a straight line or in an arcing trajectory depending on the setting. A pin setting assembly is comprised of a pair of plates one of which is slidable. The non moving plate contains a series of short tubes integral to the bottom and holes at the center of each tube. The pins are set by inserting them into the tubes. The slidable plate is located above the non moving plate and contains a plurality of magnets which correspond to the center of each tubular holder. Ferrous metal elements are molded into the top of each pin allowing the pins to remain suspended above the alley.

Abstract: A removably attachable storage organizer which hangs on the upper most surface of a hospital bed rail. Inner and outer facing panels have attached to them a plurality of pockets capable of storing a variety of personal items that a patient may have with them during a stay at the hospital. A hingably connected rigid spine member connect the inner and outer panels together and a carry handle runs several inches above and parallel to the rigid spine and is held in place by flanges located at each end of the spine. Removably attachable straps are attached to either end of the organizer which prevent the organizer from sliding when the head of the bed is in a raised position causing the rail portion of the bed to be angled. A lockable storage box fits securely in one of the pockets and some of the pockets have specialized front surfaces for example, a slit front surface for the dispensing of facial tissue and a framed front surface for inserting a photograph of the like.