Abstract: A handrail mount for filet tables and other accessories that relies on two opposing sleeves that slide over the already-in-place ladder handrails. Each sleeve comprises a pair of long, narrow, open conduits that face each other, separated by spacers. The conduits define open troughs that slidably receive the tubular handrails. Each sleeve includes a clamp for clamping the ladder handrail in place. A filet table or other object may be secured atop the two opposing sleeves by locking handle latches, and a knife storage box can be hung on the sleeves.

Abstract: A storage system with platforms for storing items, which are movable along a prescribed path, features an internal electrical power distribution system for supplying electrical power at each of the movable platforms to operate electrical devices, such as refrigerators or chargers. The power distribution system comprises a set of distribution terminals electrically connected to an external electrical power source, such as mains power, which extend along respective paths which follow the prescribed path of movement of the platforms. Further, the distribution system comprises a plurality of electrical bridging assemblies respectively bridging between the platforms and the distribution terminals. The electrical bridging assemblies are mechanically connected in fixed relation to the platforms and connected in movable electrical contact with the distribution terminals.

Abstract: A vertical transfer device for a conveying device, including a main rotor operable to rotate about a node point for a conveyed goods support about a main axis of rotation (HA) extending horizontally, the node point being at a first distance from the main axis of rotation (HA) and the vertical transfer device is operable to keep the conveyed goods support horizontal during the rotation about the main axis of rotation (HA). The conveyed goods support is coupled at the node point of the main rotor by a compensation rotor that is operable to rotate the conveyed goods support about a compensation axis of rotation (AA) extending in parallel to the main axis of rotation (HA) through the node point, and the conveyed goods support being at a second distance from the compensation axis of rotation (AA).

Abstract: A tilt adjustment system for a solar panel mountable to a vehicle surface has a first panel bracket defined by an upper flat section and a lower flat section. A first lift jack has a jacking head mounted to the upper flat section and a foot mountable to the vehicle surface. An upper face of the solar panel is positioned below a plane of the upper flat section of the first panel bracket. A second panel bracket is defined by an upper flat section and a lower flat section. A second lift jack has a jacking head mounted to the upper flat section and a foot mountable to the vehicle surface. The upper face of the solar panel is positioned below a plane of the upper flat section of the second panel bracket.

Abstract: A rotatable support structure for supporting elongate objects, comprised of a first support structure, a second support structure, a rotatable axle, a first hub, a second hub, a plurality of first elongate support members, an equal number of second elongate support members, and a locking mechanism, where the first support structure and the second support structure support the rotatable axle, the first hub is affixed to the rotatable axle and supports the first elongate support members, the second hub is affixed to the rotatable axle and supports the second elongate support members, corresponding pairs of the first and second elongate support members support elongate objects attached thereto, and the locking mechanism prevents the rotating axle from rotating and allows the rotating axle to rotate to allow the elongate objects to be conveniently loaded and unloaded from the rotatable support structure; whereby the rotatable support structure may be configured as a watercraft transportation trailer.

Abstract: A dispensing device, comprising a container, one or more support members mechanically coupled to one or more of the lateral walls, a base which has one or more supporting arms and a cover element mechanically coupled to one or more of the supporting arms to remain fixed while said container rotates around said rotation axis. The container includes a storage portion defined by a circumferential wall and two or more lateral walls with a dispensing opening defined in the circumferential wall. The supporting arm(s) support rotation of the container from a closed state to an open state and vice versa. The rotation is held around a rotation axis defined by a location of the support member(s). The cover element covers the dispensing opening when the container is rotated into the closed state and does not cover the dispensing opening when the container is rotated into the open state.

Abstract: A rotary conveyance mechanism includes a pair of spaced apart, offset wheels and interconnecting carriages that are configured to maintain a horizontal position when the wheels are rotated. A tote presentation and management system can employ the rotary conveyance mechanism.

Abstract: An assembly for positioning photovoltaic panels on a structure includes a main frame connectable to the structure, and a subassembly connectable to the main frame to support a photovoltaic panel, in which the subassembly is rotatable with respect to the main frame to place the subassembly in a deployed position. The assembly may further include a stop-arm connectable to the main frame to support the subassembly when in the deployed position.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for rotating articles stored on a pallet without rotating the entire pallet. The turntable of the present invention is located on the pallet or integrated into the top surface of the pallet. By rotating the pallet within the rack, the articles thereon may be loaded and unloaded from a position directly in front of the picker.

Abstract: Mounting assemblies, solar trackers, and methods of reducing the torque load of a solar tracker are provided. A mounting assembly comprises at least one support column, a torsion beam connected to the support column, and a mounting rack attached to the torsion beam. A longitudinal pivot axis extends through the torsion beam. The mounting rack has a substantially flat mounting surface and a curved rear surface such that a weight of one or more components mounted thereto is shifted toward the pivot axis.

Abstract: Mounting assemblies, solar trackers, and methods of reducing the torque load of a solar tracker are provided. A mounting assembly comprises at least one support column, a torsion beam connected to the support column, and a mounting rack attached to the torsion beam. A longitudinal pivot axis extends through the torsion beam. The mounting rack has a rear surface and a curved mounting surface such that a weight of one or more components mounted thereto is shifted toward the pivot axis.

Abstract: A spinning school supply storage bin includes a base; a receptacle, rotatably attached to the base; a plurality of colored compartments attached to the receptacle, each compartment adapted to store at least one of the plurality of items; and a handle attached to the base that allows the receptacle to be urged to rotate so as to present one of the plurality of compartments for access. The colors of the compartments generally correspond to the colors of the items. Each compartment is adapted to store at least one of the colored items such as crayons.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus that comprises multiple cases capable of storing power tool accessories and a carousel. The carousel may comprise support plates with grooves on it and retaining covers. The accessory cases are pivotal with respect to the support plates. Each accessory case can be dismounted when the accessory case pivots to align with the grooves. In accordance with the invention, the use of accessory cases become very convenient. An accessory case can be straightforwardly dismounted from the apparatus and be carried by the user without the need for the whole apparatus to be carried.

Abstract: A rotatable shelf apparatus and a refrigerator having the same. The refrigerator having the rotatable shelf apparatus includes a main body in which a storage space is formed, a rotatable shelf provided in the storage space to be rotated in a vertical direction, and a rotation supporting unit fixedly provided in the storage space to rotatably support the rotatable shelf. Therefore, it is possible to control the height of the storage space, to reduce the number of times of attaching and detaching the shelf in accordance with the size of accommodated food items, and to effectively utilize the storage space.

Abstract: A storage apparatus and method involves a wheel storage assembly having adjustable pockets for storage therein of an article. The wheel storage assembly generally includes a pocket assembly and opposite wheel assemblies. The pocket assembly may include a core, at least two dividers installed in an offset relationship on the core, the dividers being configured to project substantially radially outwardly from the core to form a free end of each divider, and a clip mounted at the free end of each divider. A base assembly may be employed to rotatably support the wheel storage assembly. A hub of each wheel assembly may be formed with an outer, substantially rounded surface and with a tension belt installed on a base connector of the base assembly and looped around the rounded surface to control the rotational speed of the wheel storage assembly as mounted on the base assembly.

Abstract: An inventory control system includes a storage module having a continuous track and a plurality of individual storage units stacked in multiple columns or rows. Each storage unit is engaged with the track for selective movement along the track. An inventory control unit is associated with the storage module and has a user interface, a processor, a memory, and a mechanism for inputting object information, including storage unit placement. The processor receives the object information from the inputting mechanism, and stores the object information in the memory for user access therefrom via the user interface.

Abstract: A rotatable bathroom accessory for receiving a body or personal care product having a base, a carousel associated with the base, and a holder associated with the carousel or base. The carousel may be rotatable relative to the base and/or the holder around a central axis. The holder may be rotatable relative to the carousel and/or the base. The holder is adapted to removably receive the body or personal care product.

Abstract: The invention relates to the display and storage of DVDs and CDs. By staggering the DVDs/CDs on a Spiral Rack, the invention makes each DVD/CD visible and easy to identify. The two visible spaces that are created on each DVD/CD by the staggering could lead to the standardized placement of titles and feature photos on DVDs and CDs. The Spiral Rack not only stores DVDs/CDs but also displays them beautifully, for commercial purpose or at home, where the Multispiral Rack can replace a floor lamp at the corner of a room.

Abstract: A tool organizer and carrying apparatus comprises a rotatable tool mounting assembly having multiple tool receiving surfaces mounted on a frame. The invention preferably comprises a removable base plate to allow for stable placement on a flat surface such as a workbench or shop floor. The frame provides an axis of rotation for the tool mounting assembly to provide a worker fingertip access to tools mounted thereon. Tools such as sockets are retained on multiple tool receiving surfaces with clips, magnets, nuts and bolts and/or other known retention means for easy removal and replacement. The frame is adaptable to mount the organizer on a base or to a workbench, tool chest or the like and further comprises a means for carrying the organizer.

Abstract: A green tire holding device (50) including a horizontal turning spindle (52) which supports and turns a green tire (T) so that no set portion of the tire is constantly subjected to the downward pull of the rest of the tire carcass. The spindle (52) can be programmed to automatically continuously turn the green tire (T) or to automatically turn the green tire (T) at spaced intervals corresponding to desired angular movements. In a tire manufacturing method, the holding device (50) is used to turn the green tire (T) during a pre-curing wait cycle to thereby minimize distortion of the green tire (T).

Abstract: A tool organizer and carrying apparatus comprises a rotatable tool mounting assembly having multiple tool receiving surfaces mounted on a frame. The invention preferably comprises a removable base plate to allow for stable placement on a flat surface such as a workbench or shop floor. The frame provides an axis of rotation for the tool mounting assembly to provide a worker fingertip access to tools mounted thereon. Tools such as sockets are retained on multiple tool receiving surfaces with clips, magnets, nuts and bolts and/or other known retention means for easy removal and replacement. The frame is adaptable to mount the organizer on a base or to a workbench, tool chest or the like and further comprises a means for carrying the organizer.

Abstract: A tool organizer and carrying apparatus comprises a rotatable tool mounting assembly having multiple tool receiving surfaces mounted on a frame. The invention preferably comprises a removable base plate to allow for stable placement on a flat surface such as a workbench or shop floor. The frame provides an axis of rotation for the tool mounting assembly to provide a worker fingertip access to tools mounted thereon. Tools such as sockets are retained on multiple tool receiving surfaces with clips, magnets, nuts and bolts and/or other known retention means for easy removal and replacement. The frame is adaptable to mount the organizer on a base or to a workbench, tool chest or the like and further comprises a means for carrying the organizer.

Abstract: Systems and techniques for more efficient checkout are described. A triangular carousel having a relatively small footprint is employed proximate a bar code scanner and point of sale (POS) terminal so that a checker can efficiently load scanned items into bags, and a customer on the other side of the checkout counter and proximate the bar code scanner can also efficiently load filled bags into his or her shopping cart.

Abstract: A tool organizer and carrying apparatus comprises a rotatable tool mounting assembly having multiple tool receiving surfaces mounted on a frame. The invention preferably comprises a removable base plate to allow for stable placement on a flat surface such as a workbench or shop floor. The frame provides an axis of rotation for the tool mounting assembly to provide a worker fingertip access to tools mounted thereon. Tools such as sockets are retained on multiple tool receiving surfaces with clips, magnets, nuts and bolts and/or other known retention means for easy removal and replacement. The frame is adaptable to mount the organizer on a base or to a workbench, tool chest or the like and further comprises a means for carrying the organizer.

Abstract: The material handling system includes a frame supporting a horizontally extending axle. A rotatable superstructure is rotatably mounted to the axle. The rotatable superstructure is generally circular and includes a plurality of spaced apart horizontal support rod members which are generally parallel to the axle and are arranged about the outer circumference of the rotating superstructure. Engagement clips attached to each of the support rod members are sized and configured so as to grasp the rims of metal storage barrels. The clips extend from points near the central portions of the rods to out past the ends of the barrels. The weight of the barrels forces the clips into snug engagement with the barrel rims. Thus, the barrels are held on a rotating wheel-like structure which may be motor driven to cause the frame to rotate about the horizontal axle.

Abstract: A container for fishing lures, the fishing lures having pointed fishhooks, the container consisting of a styrofoam fishhook point receiving block having an axis of rotation; a cylinder having an outer surface, an interior space, a wall, the wall having a fishing lure insertion and retrieval aperture therethrough, and a pair of ends; a pair of end covering plates fixedly attached to the cylinder, the end covering plates covering the ends of the cylinder; a drive axle rotatably mounting the styrofoam fishhook point receiving block within the interior space of the cylinder, the drive axle positioning such block therein so that its axis of rotation extends through the pair of end covering plates; a slide plate; and a pair of slide channels fixedly attached to the cylinder, the slide channels slidably mounting the slide plate upon the cylinder so that the slide plate may alternately slidably move between a first position wherein the slide plate covers the fishing lure insertion and retrieval aperture, and a second

Abstract: A hair curler set for heating a plurality of hair curling rollers includes an electric heater assembly. The set includes a housing having a rotatable shaft mounted therewithin. The longitudinal axis of the rotatable shaft is disposed substantially horizontally. The heater assembly comprises a generally circular disc and is mounted on the rotatable shaft at substantially the longitudinal mid-point thereof. A pair of mounting members are spaced at either end of the shaft. Each mounting member has a surface facing towards an opposed surface of the heater assembly. A plurality of rollers are mounted between the opposed surfaces of the mounting members and the heater assembly in a generally circular array.

Abstract: A device for holding magnetizable articles includes a revolving drum having externally-mounted magnets. Part-identification labeling surfaces are also included on the drum exterior. In a preferred embodiment, the drum is oriented horizontally and is supported by a contoured base. The drum is seated within side supports of the base, and adjustable knobs provide varied amounts of relative friction between the drum and the base. The drum is removable even if fully-loaded and may be replaced with a secondary drum. In another embodiment, the revolving apparatus is mounted vertically, allowing several drums to be used simultaneously.

Abstract: A boring-rod magazine which can be moved into the drilling axis of a boring machine. The boring-rod magazine may contain a plurality of boring rods, and holds a boring rod to position it in the drilling axis, and then releases the boring rod when boring-rod magazine is removed. The boring-rod magazine may include a carousel closed by a cover with a transfer opening for the boring rods. The magazine may include compartments for the boring rods, and spring mechanisms for holding and releasing the rods. The magazine may be rotated by a drive and kept in position by a rotary stop.

Abstract: A rotary book rack arrangement has a stand and a stable plate fixed to and extending upwardly from the stand. The stable plate has a circular groove on one side. A rotating plate is mounted for rotation to the stable plate. Multiple book racks are connected for rotation to the rotating plate. A lower pin is fixed to each book rack and extends into the circular groove for riding in said circular groove with rotation of said rotating plate. An upper pin mounts the racks to the plate and a line between the upper and lower pins for each book rack is always vertical. A motor rotates the rotating plate.

Abstract: A remote control device carousel comprising: a base formed in a generally rectangular configuration with an upper surface and a lower surface and positioned horizontally in the operative orientation, two brackets being formed as generally planar members each being centrally positioned upon the upper surface of the base, each bracket including a generally circular shaped aperture; and a rotatable block formed as a generally rectangular shaped hollow box, the outer surface of the block including a thin layer of magnetic sheet metal, each of the ends of the block including an aperture, the block being affixed between the brackets with cooperatively coupled nuts and bolts.

Abstract: An apparatus for aiding in the preparation of an injectable serum is provided which comprises a two-part assembly including a stabilizing base and a framed support. The apparatus includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional medicine vials which is rotatable about a horizontal axis. The apparatus further includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional syringes which is disposed horizontally and in substantially parallel relationship with respect to the vial receiving support arm. This arrangement facilitates accurate alignment of syringes and vials which are being utilized in the preparation of the injection serum.

Abstract: A newspaper vending machine is described holding individual newspapers in a carrousel which rotates within a closed tube. The carrousel is separated into a plurality of discrete chambers by platforms. The carrousel rotates relative to the tube. The tube defines an opening through which a single platform may be accessed as the carrousel rotates within the tube. A mechanism operates in conjunction with the door to the vending machine to rotate the carrousel as the door is opened.

Abstract: A ferris wheel type container positioning mechanism having a ferris wheel arrangement carrying three carriages equally spaced thereon. The three carriages are pivotably attached between a pair of rotatably driven wheels and traverse a circular path during a first portion of its total path and traverse a linear path when being displaced adjacent to the floor. Rollers are provided on the bottom of the carriages to facilitate their linear displacements. The container platforms of the carriages may include a turn table and/or a tilt top to provide the best ergonomic positioning of the container for access by the worker.

Abstract: A system of revolving shelves for filing documents having the same rectangular format is disclosed. The system consists of four shelves revolving around a horizontal axis on which the documents to be filed are replaced.

Abstract: A rotating or carousel-like tray caddy for holding nuts, bolts and the like and consists of a horizontally oriented carousel carrying a carousel holding means into which are fitted removable trays or drawers. The carousel itself has an overall handle on the carousel frame so as to allow the carousel to be moved from place to place, and horizontal rotation of the carousel itself when placed on a surface and the removal of the tray or trays from the carousel, if required.

Abstract: A method of backside damaging a silicon semiconductor wafer by abrading the wafer in an abrasive powder is disclosed. The wafer is rotated or translated in the powder while the powder is being vibrated. A fixture holds one or more semiconductor wafers during the processing and allows the wafer to be rotated during processing if desired.

Abstract: An article support stand including at least one article support member provided with, for example, a plurality of recesses for receiving and retaining a plurality of articles, at least a pair of wall members, and interconnecting means for removably and rotatably interconnecting the article support member between the wall members, such interconnecting means include a generally semi-circular disc-like male connecting member and a generally cylindrical female connecting member providing a recess for rotatably receiving the male connecting member and the female connecting member being further provided with retaining means for retaining the male connecting member within the recess upon the male connecting member being received within the recess and rotated with respect to the female connecting member.

Abstract: A shaker apparatus is provided for laboratory testing. The apparatus comprises a base that is reciprocally movable relative to a sub-base. A frame is mounted to the base and includes spaced apart vertical supports with a horizontal support assembly rotatably mounted therebetween. A plurality of test vessels are mounted to the horizontal support assembly and can be rotated with the horizontal support assembly 180.degree. relative to the base. The vessels may be subjected to simultaneous shaking for identical periods of time. The horizontal frame assembly to which the vessels are mounted can be inverted between adjacent periods of shaking to permit selected refilling of the vessels, escape of gases therefrom and drainage of material from the vessels.

Abstract: A storage rack includes a U-shaped bracket that can be fixed to another element, such as a shelf, and an axle rotatably mounted on the bracket. Each of two support wheels includes a plurality of support holes and each is fixed to the axle for rotation therewith. Each of a plurality container units is connected to the wheels by L-shaped support elements. The container units can include closing elements, and rotate about the axle. An indexing mechanism controls the rotation of the wheels.

Abstract: A plurality of parallel racks are rotatably mounted about a common central axle, wherein the axle includes a matrix of right and left supports, the supports each include "L" shaped legs spaced apart ninety degrees relative to the central shaft, with each forward terminal end thereof mounting a positioning cone receivable within a recess within each end wall of each rack member of the support rack apparatus. A step motor is provided to effect ninety degree step rotation of the rack structure.

Abstract: Apparatus for storing and bundling recyclable material includes rotatable containment members separated by a space, which support the recyclable material spanning the space. Rotation of the containment members allows bundling material lined up with the space to completely encircle the recyclable material without interference from the structure of the storage and bundling apparatus.

Abstract: Rotating filing cabinets consisting of multiple drawers with the drawers being attached to a chain and sprocket arrangement which is power activated with the drawers being able to rotate in a substantially vertical loop enabling the operator to activate the power drive and bring any one of the multiple drawers to a predetermined level, such as eye level.

Abstract: A magazine for temporary storage of elastic supercalender rolls has a frame for a rotor which can be driven to rotate about a horizontal axis and has two axially spaced-apart sections each carrying a set of equidistant cradles for the end portions of rolls. Each cradle has a socket for the end portion of a roll, and the cradles are maintained in such orientation that the open sides of their sockets face upwardly while the rotor turns about the horizontal axis and the cradles orbit about such axis. A stationary inflatable tire is mounted in the frame to rotate the rolls about their respective axes while the rotor is caused to rotate about the horizontal axis.

Abstract: An earring storage device with a rectangular boxlike base with a chamber extending from the top surface of the base. A half-section of a circular rigid disk is attached and normal to the top surface. The device has a plurality of quarter-sections of a circular rigid disk that revolve around a shaft affixed to the half-section. Attached to the top surface and extending over the quarter-sections is a semicircular cover that guides and axially space the quarter-sections. At least one of the quarter-sections has a magnetic surface and at least one of the quarter-sections may be made out of compressed fiber or cork. The half-section has a surface to which a plurality of pins are attached. The pins are attached at an upward angle so that the earrings have a tendency to slide down toward the base of the pins. The device provides easy access and viewing of the earrings.

Abstract: A ferris wheel shaped frame having a plurality of fixture storage locations along its periphery is used to store a plurality of fixtures. The fixtures are held in place by a pivoting member comprising a pivotable sleeve, and a latch comprising a removable nut and bolt assembly. When a fixture is to be used, it is unlatched and pivoted away from the frame so that the operator is unhampered during a work operation by the storage assembly.

Abstract: A remote control console, comprising a base, and a remote control unit supporting member for supporting a plurality of remote control units which emit activating beams. The remote control unit supporting member is rotatably mounted to the base such that the activating beams of the attached remote control units may be selectively directed toward a common remote position.

Abstract: A low cost, reliable and simplified mechanism is disclosed for maintaining a set of rotating shelves in a display cabinet level and stable at all ponts on their circular path of travel. The display cabinet can be heated or refrigerated where perishable goods are being displayed.

Abstract: A flat bobbin dispenser conformed in the shape of a spool having two circular edge disks mounted on a central cylinder, each edge disk including on the interior surface thereof radially aligned tapered grooves. These grooves extend towards the center cylinder and terminate thereat in enlarged circular recesses. The disks are aligned on the cylinder in matched radial position, the opposing grooves thus forming a receiving slot for containing rectangular bobbins on which various threads are wound. Each bobbin furthermore includes edge cutouts to accommodate the thickness of the wound thread and one edge of each bobbin is enlarged to form a circular bead conformed for receipt in the opposed circular recesses. In this configuration the spool is supported on a pivotal mount to permit manual selection of the various threads by way of the angular rotation of the spool.

Abstract: A walker for infirm individuals with provision for supporting a cradle for a removable tray, and the tray at the front of the walker. The cradle may be arranged to swing to remain level at all times or may be rigidly secured to the walker.