Abstract: The invention discloses a control device for an integrated suction cleaner unit (1) pneumatically connected to a system of tubes (13) which open, at their ends (13A), onto couplings (11) into which the mating end (9) of a hose (8) is inserted, the latter having at its other end (8A) a handle (5) onto which are fitted the cleaning accessories. The control device for the suction cleaning unit is of the type using acoustic transmission via the tube system (13) located between the suction cleaning unit (1) and the couplings (11) pressure wave detection (19, 23 and 28) for detecting specific acoustic pressure waves and controlling the suction cleaning unit (1).

Abstract: An upright vacuum cleaner is provided and includes an upper section with a handle (15) and a lower cleaning nozzle section (14, 14') having a main suction opening (18) formed in the underside (16) thereof. A suction source (M) is provided and an edge cleaning tool (60) having a suction bore (64) formed therethrough is releasably connected to the cleaning nozzle section (14'). A suction hose (20) selectively connects one of the main suction opening (18) of the nozzle (14') and the suction bore (64) of the edge cleaning tool (60) with the suction source (M). First and second laterally spaced casters (30a, 30b) extend from the underside (16) of the nozzle (14, 14') and each caster (30a, 30b) is pivotable respectively about a vertical axis (D,E). First and second laterally spaced fixed wheels (32a, 32b), each rotatable about a single rolling axis (C), are also provided and positioned forward of the first and second casters (30a, 30b).

Abstract: An extension handle for a portable vacuum includes an elongate shaft having a proximal end zone, a central zone, and a distal end zone. An attachment bracket for attaching the elongate shaft to a handle portion of the portable vacuum includes first and second pivoting members. The distal end zone of the shaft attaches to the first pivoting member which includes a finger extending therefrom, with a tip of the finger positioned in operative proximity to an on/off switch of the vacuum. The second pivoting member attaches to the handle portion of the portable vacuum, wherein pivoting movement of the first member relative to the second member results in operation of the on/off power switch to respectively activate and deactivate the vacuum.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner has an electric motor driving an air impeller that creates low pressure inside the tank of the vacuum cleaner. The motor also drives a pump impeller which is located in the tank and draws liquid material from the bottom of the tank and expels it from the tank. Near an inlet to the pump is a priming mechanism having bellows which are compressed to force liquid material up into the pump. Portions of the pump, including the inlet and the outlet as well as the priming mechanism, are attached to a tank extension which fits over the top of the tank. The lid of the vacuum cleaner, which carries the motor and air impeller, fits over the tank extension when the vacuum cleaner is used for liquid material. The tank extension and its associated pump components are removable from the tank to facilitate use of the vacuum cleaner on dry material.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner head, for attachment directly to a vacuum cleaner body having a central longitudinal axis, has exposed bristles with remote ends on a plane off-set by about 70.degree. to the central axis. The bristles extend along opposing sides of a lower surface of the head in strips at either side of a channel through which dust and debris gathered up by the bristles passes into the vacuum body. The off-set plane means that when the body is held directly or by a handle, a natural comfortable sweeping action, with the handle axis at about 20.degree. to the vertical, keeps both strips of bristle in contact with the swept surface.

Abstract: An adjustable bushing to accommodate a leader pin of a plastic mold. The adjustable bushing comprises a cylindrical body having a liner installed therewithin. The liner is smaller in outer diameter than the inner diameter of the body creating a gap between the liner and the body so that the liner can shift relative to the body when engaging a leader pin. The liner is held in place against an extending internal ledge of the body by a removable cap. In one form of the invention, compressible O-rings about the liner maintain the liner in a centered orientation in the body. In another form of the invention, a resilient member is employed to axially bias the liner to retain it in place.

Abstract: A hydraulically damped door closer is described which has a relatively weak closer spring (3c) and stronger back-up closer springs (3a, 3b). If, after a predetermined time period, the door does not arrive in the closed position under the effect of the closer spring (3c), the back-up closer springs (3a, 3b) are connected for the closing. Their connection is therefore controlled by way of a time function element, which represents a simple and, at the same time, reliable control.

Abstract: Apparatus or kit is provided for use in a sliding closure for the automatic return of the sliding closure to its closed position after being moved to an open position, and includes a corner insert member adapted to fit within an upper corner structure of the sliding closure, with pulley mounted thereon, a cable trained about the pulley and attached to a stationary frame with a weight suspended from the cable in a vertical stile of the sliding closure.

Abstract: An automobile door hinge which can be taken apart during vehicle production without removal of its hinge pin has a cam on one of its parts with a continuous surface to supply smooth detent action at closed, partially open and fully open positions. A cam follower for coaction with the cam is located adjacent a free end of a torsion spring attached to another of the hinge parts.

Abstract: A clamping device is provided in the form of a smooth band, cooperating buckle and locking element. The band has a first end which engages the buckle and a second or free end which is positioned about the object or objects to be bundled and passes through the buckle to create overlapping portions of the band within the buckle. The locking element is positioned within the buckle and between the overlapping portions of the band to secure both portions of the band against adjustment of the band periphery.

Abstract: A watchband securing device includes a variable length rod extending between opposed watch case horns. One of the horns is pivotally connected to the watch case and one end of the rod is connected to the pivotable horn. This enables the rod to pivot laterally between open and closed positions away from and towards the watch case, respectively. After a watchband is threaded on the rod in the open position, the rod is rotated towards the closed position until the opposite end of the rod engages the opposed horn. A camming surface is provided between the rod and the opposed horn that causes the rod to be shortened against a spring force as it engages the opposed horn so that it can become aligned with a bore hole in the opposed horn and engage the borehole by the spring force extending the rod length. To release the rod from the opposed horn, a manual push piece is provided to enable manual shortening of the rod so that it clears the borehole and releases the rod for pivotal motion towards the open position.

Abstract: A clip of the invention is inserted into holes of two or more panels to connect the panels. The clip is formed of a female member, and a male member. The female member includes a plurality of elastic pieces arranged to form a hollow portion therein, engaging portions disposed in the elastic pieces, and a collar plate disposed at rear ends of the elastic pieces and having a hole communicating with the hollow portion. The male member includes a head to abut against the collar plate, a leg extending from the head to be inserted into the hollow portion to radially outwardly expand the elastic pieces, and lock portions disposed in the leg. The lock portions engage the engaging portions so that the elastic pieces are prevented from being deviated when deviating force is applied thereto.

Abstract: An opening is formed in a region of a circuit board opposite a vibration region E of a piezoelectric element. The piezoelectric element is mounted to the circuit board, and electrical connections extend between and support the piezoelectric element from the circuit board by a solder. The soldered connection portions are surrounded by a bonding agent. An opening in the circuit board prevents any excess bonding agent from invading the vibration region E of the piezoelectric element, and the bonding agent assists in dispersing stresses exerted on the circuit board thereby minimizing the stresses transferred to the piezoelectric element.

Abstract: A condenser and the production method thereof are disclosed, wherein the condenser is composed of a positive foil sheet, a negative foil sheet and an isolating sheet which are placed one on another in combination, a plurality of lead terminals and another plurality of lead terminals, the one plurality of lead terminals being positioned at a circumferentially same phase and arranged in alignment in one radial direction of the cylindrical condenser and the another plurality of lead terminals being positioned at a circumferentially same phase and arranged in alignment in another radial direction of the cylindrical condenser; and wherein the production method is to attach the one and another plurality of lead terminals to the positive foil sheet and the negative foil sheet respectively with a predetermined space provided therebetween, and then roll up the combined sheets by cooperation of a rotational sheet rolling up shaft and a rotational drive roller which is pressed against the circumferentially outer surface

Abstract: A vehicle wheel hub lug bolt removal and installation tool and process for installing and removing wheel hub lugs is described. The tool and process are utilized to install and remove lug bolts to and from a wheel hub having a thickness dimension and spaced axially from a brake linkage on a vehicle. The tool may include a ram cylinder having a cylinder body and a piston rod movable along an operational axis. A wheel lug pad is releasably mounted to the piston and moves therewith along the operational axis. A rigid elongated tubular frame including an abutment surface at one end and a ram cylinder mounting surface releasably mount the ram cylinder with the piston rod positioned such that the operational axis intersects the abutment surface. The abutment surface includes a thickness dimension along the operational axis that is sufficient to permit insertion of the abutment surface between a wheel hub and brake assembly of a vehicle.

Abstract: A new disc brake assembly tool for providing an easy means for positioning a piston into the piston cylinder of a caliper to provided proper clearance so that a disc brake pad may be installed. The inventive device includes a base having an elongate center 1t portion, an arm portion, and a foot portion. The arm and foot portions are extended substantially perpendicular from the center portion and are spaced apart from one another. A mount member is coupled to the terminal end of the arm portion. The mount member has a mount bore extending therethrough. Inserted through the mount bore is a tubular sleeve having a threaded lumen. the sleeve being positionable within the mount bore between an extended position and a retracted position. The proximal end of the sleeve has a radial flange outwardly extending therefrom.

Abstract: The invention seeks to position a thermoplastic container or container preform having a neck (1) with a substantially circularly cylindrical inside wall (2) in a predetermined angular position on a mandrel (11) inserted into the neck (1); the inside wall (2) of the neck (1) includes at least one approximately radial projection (8), and the outside wall (13) of the mandrel includes at least one thrust shoulder (14) facing towards the free end of the mandrel, to guide the radial projection, the shoulder (14) extending over the wall and being inclined relative to the axis of the mandrel, looking means is also provided to stop relative movement of the mandrel and of the container when the neck thereof is disposed in a predetermined angular orientation relative to the mandrel.

Abstract: In a chip type common mode choke coil, a plurality of non-magnetic sheets on which conductor lines are formed are laminated one on another to form a non-magnetic member, and the conductor lines are connected to form primary and secondary coils inside the non-magnetic member, and a pair of magnetic layers are formed on the upper and lower surface of the non-magnetic member, and magnetic cores are arranged substantially at the centers of the loops of the coils in such a manner that they penetrate the non-magnetic member and are connected to the pair of magnetic layers, whereby a closed magnetic path crossing the primary and secondary coils is formed.

Abstract: A component mounting apparatus includes an eccentric cam installed to rotate counterclockwise or clockwise with respect to a holder of a mounting head, and a follower connected to a suction bit and contacting a surface of the eccentric cam. Rotating the eccentric cam by a predetermined degree moves the follower which, in turn, moves the suction bit up and down. The shape of the surface of the eccentric cam is designed such that the upward-movement speed of the suction bit is different from the downward-movement speed of the suction bit due to the rotation of the eccentric cam. The shape of the surface of the eccentric cam is such that the suction bit moves slowly downward and then rapidly upward when the eccentric cam rotates in one direction, and moves rapidly downward and then slowly upward when the eccentric cam rotates in the other direction.

Abstract: A cable-end-portion bend forming device for an automatic connecting apparatus includes: a front guide roller and a rear guide roller for guiding a cable being fed out at two positions on front and rear sides of the device; and a front forming roller and a rear forming roller disposed between the two positions and supported rotatably by two supporting members, respectively, the front forming roller and the rear forming roller being adapted to approach positions of abutment, or substantial abutment, against the front guide roller and the rear guide roller, respectively, wherein at least the supporting member for supporting the rear forming roller is capable of moving the rear forming roller between a position in close proximity to the rear guide roller and a position spaced apart therefrom.

Abstract: A machine (10) for receiving and operating a terminal applicator (12) in the attaching of an electrical terminal (14) to a conductor includes a magnetic power unit (28) having a fixed electromagnet (30) attached to the frame (20) and a movable electromagnet (32) coupled to the terminal applicator (12). The machine includes a cycling mechanism (86) for manually moving the movable electromagnet (32) through the power and return strokes of the terminal applicator (12). The cycling mechanism (86) includes a lead screw (88) having a nut (102) in threaded engagement therewith that moves vertically when the lead screw is rotated. A latch (110) attached to the nut (102) pivots into an opening (112) in the periphery (114) of the movable electromagnet (32) when the lead screw is rotated in one direction (130). As the lead screw (88) is rotated further the latch (110) carries the movable electromagnet (32) downwardly through its power stroke.

Abstract: An apparatus for the high-volume manufacture of assembled wall frame structures for use in the residential and commercial building industry is arranged to receive and support a pair of laterally spaced apart top and bottom plate members and move them longitudinally in indexed, stepwise increments through a stud-inserting and fastening station in which wall stud members are automatically positioned to engage and extend perpendicularly between the plate members at predetermined intervals therealong, whereupon the opposite ends of a stud member are secured to the opposite plate members by a fastening device, whereby complete wall frame assemblies may be quickly and efficiently made on a continuous basis according to desired specification as ordered and thence delivered to a construction site for erection.

Abstract: A machine for driving inserts into pieces of sheet metal includes a punch and a die movable relative to one another along an axis along which the inserts are to be driven. The punch and die define a driving zone therebetween, in which a hole in the piece in which an insert is to be driven is positioned. The axis along which the inserts are to be driven is substantially horizontal and the pieces are held in a substantially vertical plane by an automatic handling device.

Abstract: An electronic element which is free of many of the impurities that tend to adversely affect its operation. The electronic element is hermetically sealed in a space formed by a framework having a first and second plate directly joined to its sides. Directly joining the first and second plates to the framework prevents splashes of adhesive and soldering material from effecting the operation of the electronic element.

Abstract: A method for supporting a printed board. Includes a first step of conveying to a specified position by a conveying a printed board having a first reference hole and a second reference hole device a for setting a position and posture thereof. A second step stops the conveyed printed board at the specified position with a stop member. A third step inserts a first reference pin provided at the specified position into the first reference hole of the stopped printed board. A fourth step inserts a second reference pin into the second reference hole of the printed board. The second reference pin is movable in parallel to a mounting surface of the printed board and in any arbitrary direction relative to the first reference pin. A fifth step pinches the printed board to hold the position and posture thereof of a holding device with the first reference pin and the second reference pin both inserted.

Abstract: In a first step, electrical conductor tracks (15 to 20) are applied against the bottom and the walls of a cavity (5) for the integrated circuit (IC4) and connected to external contact pads (2) at the same side of the card. Said tracks lie alternately side-by-side at the bottom 7 of the cavity. In a second step, the IC (4) is glued with its surface which does not carry the contacts on said tracks on the bottom (7) of the cavity by means of a non-conducting glue. Then connections are realized by soldering of conductor wires (12) between contacts of the IC and ends of the tracks, and the cavity is filled with a protective resin. Application: Placement of an IC with inverted contacts in an electronic card support.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device for securing an electrical component to a pin grid array (PGA) socket that has a substantially planar body portion and a plurality of conductor pins, which are electrically connectable to a circuit board and project outwardly in a direction substantially perpendicular to the planar body portion. The device comprises a base member that has a plurality of conductor pin apertures which extend through the base member. Each of the conductor pin apertures are registered to receive therethrough a corresponding one of the plurality of conductor pins, to thereby sandwich the base member between and anchor the base member to the circuit board and the PGA socket when the PGA socket is electrically connected to the circuit board. The device further comprises a retainer for releasably securing the electrical component to the PGA socket.

Abstract: In a process for fitting a round cable provided with a number of single wires with a multi-way, preferably flat, plug into which the single wires are placed, the single wires have their free ends stripped of insulation and are fitted with contacts. In such a process, assembly can be carried out in a cost-effective manner and the risk of damage to the small contacts is greatly reduced. Provision is made for the single wires to be placed alongside each other in a wire holder of the plug, for the ends projecting beyond the wire holder to be cut to the same projecting length and stripped of insulation to the same length and for a contact carrier to be provided with the corresponding number of adjacent contacts and connected to the end of the wire holder receiving the single wire ends, and for the opposing regions of stripped single wire ends and connection elements of the contacts to be interconnected to make electrical contact.

Abstract: An electronic socket adapter includes an insulative carrier and an array of a plurality of surface mount contacts carried on the base. The pins may be floatably mounted on the carrier. A plurality of relatively large openings are formed in the carrier between adjacent contacts in the array. The openings provide improved heat flow in the region of the surface mount portions of the contacts and also provide for visualization of the surface mount portions of the contacts during and after soldering.

Abstract: A terminal insertion apparatus includes a terminal insertion head having a pair of wire catching hands and a terminal guiding piece and being movable along a Y-axis beam by servo drive, a high speed transfer belt having an electric wire clamp and being movable in the X-axis direction by servo drive, and a terminal posture correcting device having a pair of chuck pieces for chucking the terminal of a terminal end on the wire clamp and delivering it to the wire catching hands and a terminal holder and being movable by servo drive in a direction in parallel to that of the high speed transfer belt. Using the terminal insertion apparatus, the posture of the terminal is corrected two-dimensionally, and the terminal is inserted into a connector housing along the terminal guide pieces. The chuck pieces which is apart from a terminal at a certain position advances to pass the terminal therebetween, chuck the terminal, and retreat to cause the terminal to abut on a terminal stopping step.

Abstract: A method for producing a hollow camshaft comprising i) forming a camshaft preform by providing a hollow metal pipe, expanding the hollow pipe at spaced longitudinal locations by applying pressurized fluid internally to the hollow pipe, axially compressing the hollow pipe during the expanding step to accumulate metal at the spaced longitudinal locations, the expanding and compressing steps forming a camshaft preform having cam preforms of associated predetermined widths in a longitudinal pipe direction; and ii) forming a final camshaft from the camshaft preform by axially compressing the camshaft preform while applying the pressurized fluid to reduce the predetermined widths of the cam preforms while shaping the camshaft preforms into the final camshaft, the final camshaft having cams of relatively smaller widths in the longitudinal direction than the predetermined widths of the cam preforms.

Abstract: A chain saw having a guard member supported above the chain of the saw. The guard is supported by support members at the first and second ends of the chain guide. At the first end of the chain guide the blade is swingably supported and is swingable through a range from a position parallel to the chain guide to a position normal to the chain guide. At the second end of the chain guide the guard bar is releasably supported to hold the guard bar in a guard position parallel to the chain guide and to release the guard bar to swing out of the way when a work piece is being cut.

Abstract: A new Automatic Guard Lifting System for automatically elevating a lower guard on a conventional circular saw thereby preventing the lower guard from interfering during cutting of an object.The inventive device includes a motor having a shaft secured to the circular saw, a sleeve having a slot secured within an upper guard, a cable connected to the shaft and the lower guard, and a limiting switch electrically connected to the motor.

Abstract: The disclosed portable circular saw includes a motor having an axis, a housing enclosing the motor therein, a handle carried by the housing, an arbor operatively connected to the motor, the arbor having an axis of rotation substantially perpendicular to the motor axis, and a shoe supporting the housing thereon. The housing is inclined at an angle relative to the shoe. The handle is also disposed between the housing and the shoe. Preferably, the housing inclination angle is about 45.degree.. The saw may also include a drive shaft disposed on the motor axis and a transmission mechanism connected to the arbor and the drive shaft. This transmission mechanism creates a torque in the rotational direction opposite to the rotational direction of the arbor. Preferably, the transmission mechanism includes a first gear disposed on the drive shaft, and a second gear disposed on the arbor, where the second gear meshes with the first gear.

Abstract: A tool which in one aspect is applicable as severing or cutting apparatus including a coupling member for engagement with an elongated extension member such as a swimming pool pole and a blade support frame mounted to the coupling member for movement relative thereto, and a cutting blade mounted at one end the frame and at its other end to the coupling member. Means are provided for adjusting the position of the frame relative to the coupling member for tensioning the cutting blade. In a further form, the coupling member is provided in an adaptor and a separate mounting part is provided for mounting of the blade and blade support frame, the adaptor and mounting part being releasably connected. When disconnected, the adaptor may engage with other forms of implement again for use with an elongated extension member.

Abstract: Disclosed is an eye alignment apparatus which mounts on the bow and allows the archer to properly position the archer's eye with the bow and the aiming indicia, if any, otherwise mounted on the bow. The eye alignment apparatus includes a framework, a lens, a second alignment indicia on or near the lens, and a first alignment indicia spaced apart from the second alignment indicia. Additional features include a level indicator and an angular adjustment mounting mechanism.

Abstract: A dryer group for drying a paper web moving in a running direction through a paper-making machine includes and upper tier and a lower tier. The upper tier and lower tier each include a plurality of rotatable cylinders for carrying the paper web. Each of the cylinders has an inner chamber. The plurality of cylinders for the upper tier and the lower tier each include at least two drying cylinders and at least one cooling cylinder. The at least one cooling cylinder is disposed downstream from the at least two drying cylinders, relative to the running direction of the paper web. The upper tier and lower tier also each include a plurality of carrier rolls, with each carrier roll being disposed adjacent to a pair of corresponding cylinders. An upper felt and lower felt are alternately carried by each of the cylinders and each of the carrier rolls of the upper and lower tiers, respectively.

Abstract: A sole core formed in the shape of a strip is disposed longitudinally along a central portion of the sole and functions as an axis of rotation with torsional flexibility. More specifically, in one embodiment of the present invention, a sole for a snowboard boot includes a middle sole core member extending with the sole along a longitudinal center core line (T), wherein a left edge the middle sole core member is spaced apart from a left lateral edge of the sole, and wherein a right edge of the middle sole core member is spaced apart from a right lateral edge of the sole. If desired, the center core line (T) may be inclined relative to the longitudinal centerline of the boot. Separate or connected left and right sole core members may be formed on the left and right sides of the middle sole core member, respectively.

Abstract: A cushioned insole (10) has an upper layer (12) and a lower layer (14). The layers have a toe area, a heel area, an upper surface and a lower surface. The insole has a cushion (28) disposed between the lower surface of the upper layer and the upper surface of the lower layer in the toe area of the layers. In the heel area of the layers, a tack board (30) is disposed between the upper and lower layers. A rib (40) is attached to the upper surface of the upper layer and to the lower layer by stitching, capturing the cushion therebetween and forming a peripheral margin exteriorly of the stitching. A lip (32) is formed from the upturned peripheral margin of the upper layer and is attached to the rib to add strength and reinforcement to the overall structure.

Abstract: An assembly for the attachment of an accessory to the boom of a working machine consists of a support block, quick-mounting devices attached to the block for mounting the accessory on the assembly and further on the working machine, a mounting bracket at the other end of the assembly, which mounting bracket consists of mounting devices for mounting the assembly removably on the boom or on the quick-mounting fixture attached to the boom. The support block and mounting bracket are attached to each other pivotally through spindle arms, and a power actuator is provided to swivel the support block and mounting bracket in relation to each other. To further improve the performance of the assembly, the support block consists of a rotating ring attached to the spindle arms, which rotating ring is rotatable in relation to the spindle arms, and further includes a support frame attached to the rotating ring, to which support frame the quick-mounting devices are attached.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for displaying the directory information of electrical panels. The system includes a support panel which is secured in a location proximate the electrical panel. A cover is secured to the front surface of the support panel in such a manner as to create a pocket between the cover and the support panel. The pocket receives a service card for recording the service history of the electrical panel. A plurality of sleeves are attached to the support panel in a staggered arrangement. Each sleeve receives a circuit card which contains information specific to predetermined circuit breaker. Each circuit card also includes indicia thereon for identifying it with the predetermined circuit breaker. The system may also be provided with a computer program for storing and managing information pertaining to the circuit breakers of the electrical panel. The program may also be used to print circuit cards.

Abstract: Scope cover apparatus includes a generally cylindrical element made of stretchable material with end pieces and with a relatively narrow and elongated opening through which a scope fits into the scope cover. The material out of which the scope cover is made is elastic enough to stretch to fit onto a scope and yet to substantially cover the scope when the scope cover is placed on the scope for maximum protection.

Abstract: An insect bait specifically formulated for the biology, feeding behavior and food preferences of carpenter ants preferably includes the following ingredients: sucrose and/or fructose sugars; alkali or alkaline earth salts such as sodium chloride, potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, and calcium chloride; urea; and amino acids and/or proteins. Ideally, the bait has a matrix material that has a gelatinous consistency, and, most preferably, the matrix material is agar. Fats and oils are not preferred by carpenter ants; therefore, the use of these materials in the insect bait should be minimized or eliminated. By combining an insecticide with the bait, the material is used to effectively control and eliminate carpenter ant infestations.

Abstract: An improved playing surface including a synthetic turf base positioned atop a foundation. The synthetic turf base includes synthetic grass fibers secured to a backing material. The synthetic turf base also includes a surface layer of growth medium intermixed with the synthetic grass fibers. Natural grass is planted in the surface layer of growth medium wherein the natural grass includes natural grass blades and roots. The backing is provided with perforations or openings sufficient in number to permit the roots of the natural grass to extend through the backing into the sub-base of the foundation. The improved playing surface may include synthetic grass fibers of varying lengths, longer synthetic grass fibers can be formed of contrasting colors in order to provide line and boundary indicators. A mesh-type material is placed underneath the adjoining layers of backing material in order to reinforce the interface between separate sections of backing material.

Abstract: A rose cone cover is provided for placement around a rose cone. The rose cone cover contains at least one indicia thereon. The rose cone cover is preferably a clear plastic custom die cut cover which wraps around the rose cone and is secured by suitable fasteners. The rose cone covers are interchangeable such that various indicia can be displayed around the rose cone during the roses' dormant stage. This indicia can be reliant on various holidays or events celebrated during the roses' dormant stage. A plurality of rose cone covers containing a single indicia can be interchanged around the rose cone or a single rose cone cover having a plurality of indicia thereon can be rotatably positioned around the rose cone. Rotation of the rose cone cover having the plurality of the indicia thereon can be achieved either manually or mechanically.

Abstract: An emergency escape window provides a large unobstructed opening for escape from a room during an emergency. The window unit includes a window frame for positioning in a window opening in a wall and fastening to the wall. The window unit has window lights contained in a jamb which fits inside the frame. A hinge is fastened to one frame member and the adjacent jamb member so that the jamb is pivotally movable relative to the frame between a closed position at which the jamb is flush with the frame and an open position at which the jamb is displaced from the frame. Vertical frame and jamb members opposite the hinge are tapered to prevent binding during opening and closing. A locking mechanism is attached to the jamb to lock the jamb and frame in the closed position. Operating the locking mechanism causes the jamb to swing away from the frame like a door to provide an opening for escape.

Abstract: A vehicle window opening/closing device is shown for opening and closing a window glass by link action executed by a sector gear that is reciprocally swung by rotation of a pinion gear. A lift arm and a coupling link are also provided. When the window glass is in its fully-closed-state, the journaling point at which the coupling link is supported by the sector gear is set to cross a fulcrum position defined by the positional relationship between the sector gear and the coupling link. A regulation portion composed of a regulating piece and a regulated piece is provided between the sector gear and the coupling link to thereby regulate movement of the coupling link in a beyond-fulcrum-position direction across the fully-closed-state. With this arrangement, the size of the device is not increased when a mechanism for locking the window glass when it is fully closed is attained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the design of a modern theater for providing live entertainment performances. The theater comprises an auditorium which is defined in part by a modular central core which encloses a defined space. The theater further comprises a modular stage and a two-tier balcony module. The central core module, the stage and the balcony module are each supported by independent foundations and load bearing columns. The balcony module includes an upper level with open seating and a lower level with enclosed suites. The suites are designed so as not to adversely affect the acoustics of the theater. The theater also has two side wing modules for increasing the seating capacity of the theater and other modular structures abutting the central core module. The theater also includes partitions for closing part of the side wing modules and a novel jack system for supporting the acoustic panels forming the partitions when the panels are in their extended position.

Abstract: An apparatus for raising and lowering devices such as an antenna including a multiple-stage cylinder system composed of a plurality of telescopically connected cylinder units each of which comprising an internal cylinder and an external cylinder that are connected at their lower ends so that the internal cylinders of the plurality of cylinder units form a sealed space so as to be filled with pressure oil used for extending and contracting the cylinder system. In addition, a fixture structure is provided on the lowest stage cylinder unit so that the cylinder system is held upright by the fixture structure at two points on the lowest stage cylinder unit in a vertical direction.

Abstract: A new Wall Construction System for providing a baseboard attachment system for masonry walls. The inventive device includes an elongated base member comprising an elongated bottom plate, an elongated setback sidewall extending upward from the elongated bottom plate, and an elongated top plate extending outward from the elongated setback sidewall. The elongated setback sidewall is orthogonally oriented relative to the elongated bottom plate and the elongated top plate whereby the elongated top plate parallels the elongated bottom plate in spaced relation. The elongated bottom plate, the elongated setback sidewall, and the elongated top plate form an elongated channel adapted for retaining an elongated wood member which defines a nailing strip for nailing of a molding thereto.