Abstract: A window shield formed of a penetration resistant material is positioned outside and adjacent a standard glass window of an automobile or other vehicle. The window and shield are congruent and extend downwardly into a door panel through a pair of parallel, cushioned supporting channels. The window and shield are independently operated by at least one electric motor for vertical movement between open and closed positions under control of an electric switch mounted inside the cabin of the vehicle. In the open position, the shield is retracted by the motor fully into the door panel; in the closed position, the shield is extended upwardly by the motor to enclose the access opening of the body. When closed, the upper and side edges of the window and shield are sealed to the body of the vehicle by a resilient gasket.

Abstract: A device for suppressing ground plant growth surrounding a monument comprises a plurality of plastic shield pieces interconnected with each other and anchored by spikes into the ground around the monument base. The lower surface of each shield piece is formed with a pair of longitudinal retaining tracks. The shield pieces are coupled together by plate members retained within the longitudinal tracks across interfaces between shield pieces. The spikes extend downwardly from the plate members to anchor into the ground. The device is usable for suppressing plant growth in any predetermined ground region.