Abstract: A video camera system combining a charge coupled device (CCD) with a rotating prism optical element is disclosed. The rotating prism optical element moves an optical image on the transducer surface of the CCD array in precise synchronism with a CCD array clock which is transferring charge between transducer sites of the array. Since charge transfer occurs in synchronism with image movement, the exposure of transducer sites to image blurring or smearing additional optical energy is eliminated. The disclosed apparatus is particularly useful for high-speed, high-resolution, military, possibly airborne, camera systems. The invention also contemplates resolution of color images, with the use of color selective filters over adjacent columns of the CCD imaging array. The invention additionally contemplates utilizing a rotating prism optical element with other types of detectors.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for stress testing a computer memory system is disclosed. A sequential series of bit patterns, comprising 1's and 0's, is impressedd upon a computer memory so that, during testing, every memory cell stores a 1 while the eight adjacent neighboring memory cell stores 0's. Subsequently, the complimentary bit patterns are impressed upon memory, wherein every memory cell, at some time during the test, stores a 0 while the eight immediately adjacent neighboring memory cells store 1's. The disclosed bit pattern maximizes stress on the cells, In an interleaved dual memory bank configuration, memory cells are sequentially accessed from the highest to the lowest address of one memory bank, while memory cells are sequentially accessed from the lowest to the highest memory address in the other memory bank. Toggling successive memory accesses between the dual interleaved memory banks maximizes stress on the address driver components of the computer memory system.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive very large blossoms that are Cream Yellow and bordered and suffused with light Carmine Rose. Such blossoms additionally exhibit a subtle peach-like fragrance. The plant exhibits medium green and bright foliage, as well as good disease resistance. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape or for use when forming cut flowers.

Abstract: A new plant variety of Floribunda rose suitable for garden decoration, having flowers of yellow gold coloration.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica); its novelty consists of the following unique combination of desirable features that are outstanding in a new variety:1. Fruit with excellent flavor and eating quality.2. Heavy and regular production of large size fruit.3. Fruit with firm flesh, good handling and shipping quality.4. Fruit with a high degree of attractive red skin color.5. Fruit staying firm on the tree 8 to 10 days after maturity (shipping ripe).6. Relatively uniform ripening of fruit throughout the tree.

Abstract: A new variety of Mandarin Tangerine called `Nadorcott` is distinguished by its seedless fruit under self-pollination conditions. The fruit is easy peeling with a superior rind and juice color when compared to `Murcott.` The fruit has excellent aroma and flavor, ease of segment separation, tender segment skin and is mid-season maturing with a highly productive yield even for young trees.

Abstract: A new and distinct Clethra variety characterized by its hardiness and its ability to bloom late in the year coming into fill bloom in September, and having flowers with white petals from pale green buds.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Rosalie, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its single violet-shaped, white flowers with irregular patches of very light pink; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering; vigorous and compact growth habit; flowering 9-10 weeks after potting, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Centennial, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its large, star-shaped, very light pink flowers with somewhat darker centers and slightly wavy edges; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, heart-shaped leaves; profuse flowering; vigorous and compact growth habit; flowering 9-10 weeks after potting, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: The cultivar is characterized by its medium green foliage and pale pink bloom. Its strong growth habit, quick rooting time and continuous flowering provide for superb cuttings and also for quick recovery following wet weather conditions. The blooms exhibit good post-harvest quality. Patriot Light Pink performs very well either indoors or outdoors.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named `Arjuno`, characterized by its bright red flower color; moderately vigorous plant growth habit; freely branching habit; medium green glossy leaves; proportional leaf size to plant size; uniform plant habit and inflorescence display; floriferousness; and excellent postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named `Caroline`, characterized by its numerous purple flowers and flower buds; green leaves; and good postproduction longevity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct plant variety of the Cactaceae family discovered as a sport in a bench of Schlumbergera truncata `Dark Maria`. The present invention is distinguished from `Dark Maria` and other known related varieties by a growth habit which combines a "reddish" colored bloom, a strong resistance to bud abscission, a strong propensity for buds to mature and flower, and considerable resistance to fungal diseases. The new variety also possesses the commercially desirable characteristics of a fast growth rate, a strong propensity to branch with minimal pruning, erect stems, and a considerable resistance to nutrient deficiencies.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Vriesea plant resulting as a spontaneous somoclonal variation among propagules of `Christiane` from tissue culture. This new plant, named `Cathy`, is characterized by having good vigor and an inflorescence of a dark reddish purple, deepening to near black as the blooming plant ages, rather than the usual brilliant red of the parent Vriesea `Christinae`. With the exception of the coloration of the inflorescence, the newly discovered sport `Cathy`, is phenotypically similar to the parent variety `Christiane`.

Abstract: A warmer and dryer for fabric articles having a vertically disposed heated frame upon which one or more articles can be draped. .?.A heated fluid is circulated through the frame by a pump that is mounted in the base of the frame..!. The frame is enclosed by a flexible enclosure made from a material that retains heat while at the same time allowing moisture to pass therethrough into the surrounding ambient. Sufficient heat is provided to warm the atmosphere within the enclosure.

Abstract: A device which attaches an agricultural implement (2) to a tractor (1), and in addition, establishes a driving connection between the power take-off shaft of the tractor and the drive of the implement has, for this purpose, a drive unit (8) which includes two bevel gear angle drives (9, 10) arranged one above the other. One of the drives (9, 10) is firmly connected to the drawbar of the implement with the other one connectable to the lower steering arm of the tractor by an attaching stirrup (12). The attaching system allows the tractor and implement to pivot relative to one another around a vertical axis (25), a transverse axis (26) and a longitudinal axis (27). To achieve pivotability relative to the drive unit (8) around the longitudinal axis (27), the attaching stirrup (12) is supported by a sleeve (47) on a flange housing (39) which is arranged coaxially relative to the first connecting journal (20) of the drive unit (39) thereby achieving an improvement in the transmission of towing forces.

Abstract: Solid state optically coupled power switch with light induced or modified voltage applied or removed at one or more MOSFET gate and source electrode pairs to shift each MOSFET between its high and low impedance states and in various circuit arrays for ac or dc switching and/or cross points switching or mechanical Form C relay substitution or other purposes

Abstract: A flashtube circuit includes a switch which in a first position regulates the storage over time of energy in a first energy storage device and in a second position allows the transfer of energy from the first energy storage device to a second energy storage device. A microcontroller receives the input voltage and then samples and digitizes it for input into a lookup table. The microcontroller repeatedly cycles the switch between flashes by controlling the time the switch is in its first position. The lookup table output provides the signal for determining the time the switch remains in its first position. The time interval from the last flash controls the time the switch is in its second position. The cycling of the switch is controlled accordingly such that the second energy storage device acquires the predetermined amount of energy for the flash just as the triggering circuit is initiated by the microcontroller.

Abstract: An erasable programmable read-only memory with NAND cell structure is disclosed which has memory cells provided on a N type substrate. The memory cells are divided into NAND cell blocks each of which has a series array of memory cell transistors. Each of the transistors has a floating gate, a control gate connected to a word line and N type diffusion layers serving as its source and drain. These semiconductor layers are formed in a P type well layer formed in a surface area of a substrate. The well layer serves as a surface breakdown prevention layer. During a data erase mode data stored in all the memory cells are erased simultaneously. During the data write mode subsequent to the erase mode, when a certain NAND cell block is selected, memory cells in the NAND cell block are subjected to data writing in sequence.

Abstract: A CD-ROM disk comprises an identifier region having a disk identifier recorded in and a security code region having a security code recorded in. The identifier region and the security code region are provided in one sector of a boot sector to be read when actuated. The disk identifier includes a preset identification code, and the security code includes at least a program to be executed after check of the security code, and display data for displaying a license.

Abstract: The present invention is to imidazo?1,5-a!quinolines (I) which are useful pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of anxiety, sleep disorders, panic states, convulsions and muscle disorders.

Abstract: A sample site having a needleless connector access port including a flush mounted valve assembly which is readily accessible for wiping clean with a disinfectant. A male Luer connector may be operatively connected into the access port by a split Luer arrangement of female Luer connector portions adjacent the access port aperture. The split Luer arrangement does not generally obstruct wiping access to the access port and may include moveable connector portions to provide completely unobstructed wiping access thereto.

Abstract: A protective hand covering for adhering to the user's hand. Pressure-sensitive adhesive is applied to the back surface of a sheet of thin flexible film, which is shaped to cover a protected area of the user's hand. The pressure-sensitive adhesive provides a sufficiently strong bond to prevent the hand covering from being inadvertently dislodged, but a sufficiently weak bond to allow the hand covering to be removed without injuring the user. The film is sufficiently impervious to contaminates to prevent the transfer of contaminates from the substance or object being handled to the user and vice versa.

Abstract: Personal sanitary thigh wraps provide protection from transmission of fluid-borne germs by preventing contact between a toilet seat and the user's bare skin. A thigh wrap is placed around the circumference of each thigh, and the overlapping edges of the wrap are fastened at the front of the thigh with an adhesive material to minimize the chance of contact between the user's hands and the potentially soiled portion of the wrap. After use, the wrap can be either flushed or disposed in a conventional waste disposal container. The thigh wraps are preferably made of a moisture impermeable material to prevent absorption of urine or fecal matter through the wrap.

Abstract: A body garment for outdoor use by cyclists and others constructed of a breathable material such as nylon having abrasion resistance, high tear strength and a denier over 500. The garment has a removable liner constructed of material which is breathable/windproof/waterproof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to clothing, specifically trousers and a shirt, both of which may be converted to shorts or a short sleeve shirt, respectively, using removably attached lower leg and lower sleeve portions. The attachment means are placed on the exterior of the lower sleeve and leg portions and on the interior surface of the upper leg and upper sleeve portions so that the resulting attachment seams are concealed. A plurality of interchangeable accessory pocket components are provided which may be removably attached to the upper sleeve and leg portions allowing accessory items to be carried thereon regardless of which version of the pants or shirt is being used.

Abstract: A necktie assembly incorporates a simulated necktie knot and a neckband that allows a fabric necktie tail portion to be added without making a conventional knot. The neckband may be elastic and may be opened, closed, and adjusted in a number of ways. The simulated knot is made in a fashion that leaves a hollow pocket useful for carrying and concealing small articles of many sorts, among these objects a small microphone which may be connected to a transmitter. The body of the simulated knot also serves as a display area for indicia of many sorts, such as emblems, advertising, and the like.

Abstract: A thermal mitten includes a first end portion containing an opening through which the user introduces his hand into a chamber contained within the mitten, the second end portion of the mitten containing a pocket for receiving a warming device to warm the user's fingers, characterized by the provision of a palm opening contained in the palm portion of the mitten, thereby to permit gripping of a steering wheel or the like by the palm portion of the user's hand. When the user's fingers are slipped out from the second end portion, the second end portion may be folded back toward a retracted inoperative position against the back of the mitten body portion, at least one restraining device being provided for retaining the second end portion in place with sufficient force as to permit a user to grip a golf club and strike a golf ball. A thumb portion is provided on the mitten which is foldable back to a retained position between the second end portion and the back of the mitten body portion.

Abstract: A sports glove (2) having an inner surface, an outer surface, and an anti-slip member (6) attached to the inner surface of the glove (2), the anti-slip member (6) being such that it is a foamed polyvinyl chloride anti-slip member having a first side which is attached to the inner surface of the glove (2) and a second side which is opposite the first side and which is engaged by a hand (4) when the glove is worn, and the second side of the anti-slip member (6) being such that it has a smooth surface which is effective to grip the hand (4) and thus act to reduce slipping of the glove (2) with respect to the hand (4).

Abstract: A goalkeeper's glove having upper and inner portions each with a hand region, four front finger regions, and a wrist region, separation areas provided between adjacent finger regions of the upper and inner portions, and elongate side strips and elongate layer strips connecting the upper and inner portions, with the lateral edges of the strips of the upper portion being turned inward into the finger regions, and with the separation areas between finger regions of the inner portion being formed as slits.

Abstract: A goalkeeper's glove, including inner and upper portions having respectively four inner and upper finger regions and inner and upper hand regions, each upper finger region being connected with a respective inner finger region along their lateral edges, with at least one inner finger region having, at a free end thereof, a strip-shaped fingertip extension forming an integral part with the inner finger region, with the finger tip extension being turned over an associated upper finger region, forming a fingertip cap, and the finger tip extension being secured to the associated upper finger region.

Abstract: The disclose invention is of a foot protective covering designed for beach and water wear which embodies three portions: a permeable elastic portion on the top of the foot; an insulative portion on the bottom of the foot from the heel to the base of the toes; and a toe portion of flexible elastic on the bottom and sides of the toes. The toes may be webbed by adding material connecting the sides of the toes to one another to provide increased propulsion when swimming. Additional material may be added to the interior of the covering to increase insulation or to decrease friction when the article is being donned or removed.

Abstract: A suspender, with a collar section adapted to conform to the lower back of the neck of a person, has two side portions connected to the collar section, each side portion having attachment means at the end thereof for securing the suspender to opposite sides of the front of a garment. The collar substantially encircles the neck of the person, and includes a means to clasp the two front ends. The side portions are connected to corner regions of the collar front ends. The new suspender is unique in appearance and function.

Abstract: An industrial safety helmet comprises a shell of a semioval shape, a crad and a chin strap. The shell has one or more flexures capable of strengthening the shell and of promoting air circulation of the shell. The flexures are provided respectively at the front end thereof with an air inlet while at least one of the flexures is provided at the rear end thereof with an air outlet. The cradle has an energy-absorbing mechanism. The chin strap is provided with a detachable adhesive buckling mechanism.

Abstract: A sport helmet is disclosed having an inverted, generally Y-shaped, flexible back strap member spanning between a rear portion of the helmet and the helmet's chin straps to fully embrace the occipital region of the wearer's head for better helmet stability and retention. Because the back strap is a single, unitary member, the resulting retention system is simple, comfortable, easy to adjust, and costs less to manufacture.

Abstract: A special-purpose suit is provided, in particular for pilots or vehicle drivers or other individuals whose bodies need to be protected, having an outer protective layer which protects against undesirable external influences, a moisture-permeable and/or vapor-permeable inner layer, and a space-maintaining, fluid-permeable spacer layer which is arranged between the outer protective layer and the inner layer and can be climatically conditioned with the introduction of a fluid, the protective layer, the inner layer and the spacer layer being designed such that they essentially cover the torso and/or the leg and/or the arm areas of the special-purpose suit.

Abstract: A passive dispensing device for use in dosing a toilet bowl with water treatment material including a housing forming a chamber which is adapted to hold water treatment material. A reservoir is provided within the housing for holding water containing the water treatment material. A water flow path is provided between the chamber and the reservoir. A water flow passageway is provided extending upwardly away from the reservoir. The passageway has its lower end in communication with the reservoir at or adjacent its bottom wall, and its open upper end in flow communication with the toilet tank interior. The upper end of the passage way is located below the upper edge of the housing (and below the level of the water within the cistern when full). As a result, water, during the filling of the toilet tank will flow into the reservoir upwardly along the water flow path and into the chamber, via the passageway.

Abstract: A device for automatically closing a toilet bowl cover upon flushing of the toilet has an elongated housing with a water outlet port formed therethrough and a water inlet port connectable to a source of water. The forward end has a central aperture for passage of a piston rod, and also supports the device in a substantially horizontal position within the toilet tank, above the level of the water. The rearwardly directed end is connected to a water inlet source when in normal use position, and the other end is supported from the front of the tank in a substantially horizontal position. A piston is disposed longitudinally within the housing, the piston rod terminating rearwardly in a piston head and extending forwardly through the aperture in the forward end of the housing, adjacent to and above the upper edge of the toilet tank, beyond the tank wall to contact the upright cover of the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A deodorant holding device for a plumbing fixture. The device is comprised generally of a base, having an upper and a bottom surface, and a deodorant receiving cavity. The base has a plurality of upwardly extending pin members positioned on its upper surface. The pin members deflect and limit splashing of liquid directed onto the base. A cover is releasably securable to the bottom of the base in order to releasably retain deodorizing material within the cavity.

Abstract: A foam-like panel which may be removably attached to a pool deck in a manner to provide a planar reflecting surface positioned parallel with the pool wall at a height greater than the upper most portion of the pool wall.

Abstract: A shower wall back scrubber and massager that is replaceably attachable to a wall of a shower and fluidly connectable to a head of the shower so as to clean and massage a showerer with a back that comes in contact therewith. The massager includes a pad, attaching apparatus, fluid connecting apparatus, and cleaning and massaging apparatus. The pad is replaceably attachable to the wall of the shower and contactable by the showerer. The attaching apparatus replaceably attaches the pad to the wall of the shower so as to allow the shower wall back scrubber and massager to be replaceably attachable to the wall of the shower. The fluid connecting apparatus fluidly connects the pad to the head of the shower so as to allow the shower wall back scrubber and massager to be fluidly connectable to the head of the shower and receive water therefrom.

Abstract: Outdoor shower and accessory holder of flexible plastic construction with a chamber for holding water to be heated by solar energy, and a plurality of pockets for holding accessory items for use by a bather.

Abstract: The invention proposes a foot bath for applying a treatment liquid to feet and which facilitates the use of a smaller quality of treatment liquid. The foot bath comprises a deformable liquid collection surface (22) bounded by a rim to retain the liquid therewithin. More particularly the deformable liquid collection surface comprises a sheet of flexible impervious material disposed over a resilient supporting layer (20). The action for an animal walking on the surface (22) causes a well to be formed in the liquid collection surface into which the treatment liquid flows. The depth of the supporting layer determines the depth of the well.

Abstract: A slatted base for a bed having elastically deformable supporting slats which connect longitudinal supports with mutually spaced spring slats running transverse to the longitudinal supports. The spring slats collectively form a supporting surface for a mattress. The middle area of the supporting slat is more elastically deformable than the end areas to provide more sleeping comfort.

Abstract: A portable towel having a rectangular sheet and a relatively smaller head piece. The head piece has a two layer section, forming a pocket with an openmouth, extending from a one layer section attached to the top edge of the sheet and to the inside of the pocket. In its folded state, the rectangular sheet is folded up and rolled inside of the pocket along with the one layer section of the head piece. The pocket is therefore being closed at its openmouth and carried over with a belt like handling feature. With the sheet being in its unfolded state, the pocket may be filled with any type of clothing articles to form a pillow or the like attached to the sheet. Also, the towel has a few pouches that can be filled with weights such as sand to hold it in place on the ground.

Abstract: A bedspread holding device including an interior frame portion positioned laterally between a mattress and a boxspring of a bed. An exterior frame portion is coupled with respect to the interior frame portion and has an extended orientation adapted for supporting a bedspread thereon.

Abstract: A hospital bed (10) especially adapted for use by a woman giving birth is disclosed. The bed includes a base (11) on which a litter frame (12) is positioned. A lift assembly (14) attached to the base and is connected to a inner frame (50) located inside the litter frame. The lift assembly moves the inner frame and litter frame up and down. The litter frame is pivotally connected to the inner frame so that the litter frame can be selectively moved in the Trendelenburg position. A Fowler frame (16) is attached to the litter frame so that it can be both pivoted upwardly from the horizontal and selectively moved toward the seat end of the litter frame. Foot rests (30) are attached to the under surface of the litter frame and can be swung into position as needed. Leg rests (34) are mounted to the under surface of the foot rests and likewise be simply pivoted in place. A foot frame (24) is attached to the seat end of the litter frame and can be readily separated from the rest of the bed.

Abstract: Treatment apparatus supporting a patient lying in a generally prone or supine position for manipulation includes a base and a table supported thereabove for movement between selected different horizontal positions or working levels for treatment of the patient. The table is tiltable toward and away from an upright position for facilitating the patient in mounting and dismounting before and after treatment and includes a foot piece adjacent an end of the table for supporting the patient when mounting and dismounting. A plurality of cushions are mounted for movement along the table to selectably adjustable positions for accommodating patients of different size and shape.

Abstract: Ergonomic support members formed of and contoured to a corrected spinal curvature of an individual. The matrix provides the rigid support necessary for correction of the spinal curvature by gradual realignment with continued use of the support members, and may have channels for optional forced air flow, for heating and cooling and comfort of the individual during sleep or rest. Each support member is closely contoured to have a concave cross-section dimensioned according to the serial cross sections of a respective body section (e.g. head, shoulders, thorax, pelvis, and legs) while laying supine. The resulting contour of the support member thus provides the necessary convexity to evenly distribute body weight along the entire longitudinal axis of the spine and thereby provide corrective support for the spinal curvature. In the transverse plane, the contour forms a snug concavity wrapping up the sides of an individual.

Abstract: A turn mattress includes a plurality of inflatable sacs juxtapositionally connected together within a mattress envelope, each inflatable sac being transverse to a longitudinal axis of the mattress and having a right cell and a left cell separated by a central diaphragm and respectively communicated with an air distributing system to be alternatively inflated or deflated for turning a patient ridden on the mattress from side to side, and a pair of restoring air bags each inherently formed and constantly inflated in each cell, whereby upon deflation of either cell, the restoring air bag as inflated will serve as a side guard for preventing a slipping of the patient away from the mattress laid on a hospital bed.