Abstract: A backpack support device for coupling a backpack to a user includes a frame that is substantially rectangularly shaped. The frame comprises a pair of first rods and a plurality of second rods. Each first rod comprises a plurality of nested section so that the first rod is selectively extensible. Each first rod is arcuate proximate to a top of the first rod to define a shoulder hook that is configured to position over a respective shoulder of a user. Each second rod comprises a plurality of nested segments so that the second rod is selectively extensible. Each second rod is coupled to and extends between an associated pair of nested sections. A pair of fasteners is coupled singly proximate to the shoulder hooks on a back of the frame. The fasteners are configured to couple to shoulder straps of a backpack to couple the backpack to the frame.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical preparation comprising as an active ingredient micron-sized sulphur particles [-(300 microns]. The pharmaceutical preparation further comprises an excipient, i.e. a sodium lignin sulphate or other suitable agents. The preparation is used for the prevention and treatment of pathogenic disorders in humans and animals, in a nutritional and/or supplemental regime, as well as, to improve feed and reproductive performance. A variety of conditions were treated including: pneumonia, arthritis, ulcers, diabetes mellitus, GI cancer, lupus, herpes, psoriasis and early menopause.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical preparation comprising as an active ingredient micron-sized sulphur particles [?(300 microns]. The pharmaceutical preparation further comprises an excipient, i.e. a sodium lignin sulphate or other suitable agents. The preparation is used for the prevention and treatment of pathogenic disorders in humans and animals, in a nutritional and/or supplemental regime, as well as, to improve feed and reproductive performance. A variety of conditions were treated including: pneumonia, arthritis, ulcers, diabetes mellitus, GI cancer, lupus, herpes, psoriasis and early menopause.

Abstract: A method for controlling a coasting downshift in an automatic transmission having a torque converter that includes an impeller driveably connected to an engine and a turbine hydrokinetically coupled to the impeller and driveably connected to the transmission input. During a coast condition, the speed of the turbine decreases, and the speed of the engine decreases to and is maintained at an engine idle speed. After the downshift event begins, the turbine speed increases due a transfer of torque from an off-going transmission control element to an oncoming control element. Engine speed increases steadily until it reaches the target engine speed. The downshift is completed, and engine speed decreases until it again reaches the idle speed.

Abstract: A method for controlling a coasting downshift in an automatic transmission having a torque converter that includes an impeller driveably connected to an engine and a turbine hydrokinetically coupled to the impeller and driveably connected to the transmission input. During a coast condition, the speed of the turbine decreases, and the speed of the engine decreases to and is maintained at an engine idle speed. After the downshift event begins, the turbine speed increases due a transfer of torque from an off-going transmission control element to an oncoming control element. Engine speed increases steadily until it reaches the target engine speed. The downshift is completed, and engine speed decreases until it again reaches the idle speed.

Abstract: An apparatus for automatically supplying both food and water to an animal according to a predefined schedule input into a timer wherein food is introduced into a food ring mounted on a rotatable carousel from a feed hopper and the rotation of the carousel being controlled by the timer. Water is introduced also at timed intervals through spray nozzles for several purposes, namely, to premoisten pelletized food prior to it being eaten and to clean the food ring subsequent to food consumption or removal of any leftover food, which food removal takes place by gravity. Water is also introduced into a drinking bowl for the pet to consume. Periodically, according to the input schedule, the water is automatically drained and subsequently the bowl is refilled.

Abstract: An apparatus for automatically supplying both food and water to an animal according to a predefined schedule input into a timer wherein food is introduced into a food ring mounted on a rotatable carousel from a feed hopper and the rotation of the carousel being controlled by the timer. Water is introduced also at timed intervals through spray nozzles for several purposes, namely, to premoisten pelletized food prior to it being eaten and to clean the food ring subsequent to food consumption or removal of any leftover food, which food removal takes place by gravity. Water is also introduced into a drinking bowl for the pet to consume. Periodically, according to the input schedule, the water is automatically drained and subsequently the bowl is refilled.

Abstract: A head for an electric toothbrush having first and second brush parts, one of which is rotary and the other is reciprocally moveable or static. Preferred forms have elastomeric oral hygiene parts, and electric toothbrush heads with novel “V” sectioned oral hygiene parts are also disclosed.

Abstract: Apparatus for automatically supplying food and water to an animal wherein food is introduced into a food ring mounted on a rotatable carousel, the rotation thereof being controlled by a timer. Water is introduced at timed intervals through spray nozzles for both cleaning the food ring, after the animal has eaten, and moisturizing the food prior to being eaten.