Abstract: A mirror attached to a weapon such as a rifle, pistol or shotgun. The gun mirror is a slightly convex mirror seated in a flexible seat which is anchored to a weapon by flexible legs which may be magnetic or have a threaded fastener or have hook/loop fasteners.

Abstract: A device for hanging an article with a portion having magnetic susceptibility such as a metallic hanging wire or loop. The device includes a base portion for attaching the device to a structure. The base portion includes a wall-engaging portion and an article guiding portion. The device also includes an engagement structure for engaging the article, the engagement structure attached to the base portion. At least a portion of the device includes magnetic material to attract the portion of the article having magnetic susceptibility. The article guiding portion guides the article to the engagement structure so as to facilitate the engaging of the article to the engagement structure.

Abstract: A strain-isolated mirror is made from a substrate having first and second body portions. First and second connecting portions extend across a gap between the first body portion and the second body portion. A first flexural hinge on the first second connecting portion couples the second connecting portion to the first body portion.

Abstract: Use of a piece of adhesive film for bonding a) a plate (6) to an article (5) to be mounted or hung up in such a way that the bond can be separated again without damage and without leaving a residue, by means of b) a double-sided adhesive film (1) having a tab (2) which projects from the adhesive join and which can be pulled in the direction of the bond plane to separate the bond, where c) the plate (6) has a device (7) via which mounting or hanging can take place in a manner known per se, and where d) the bonding is hidden to the viewer of the mounted or hung article (5), if appropriate by the article (5) itself.

Abstract: A condensation free mirror to be used in a shower environment consisting of a mirror substrate and a means for detachably mounting the mirror to a shower wall. The mirror assembly is designed for optimum heat retention in order to provide a condensation free surface after being exposed to the warm shower stream. No internal plumbing, reservoirs, or anti-fog coatings are required to achieve a condensation free surface.

Abstract: Redetachable, self-adhesive device having a plate, the sides and/or front side of which have fastening means, if appropriate, and the rear side of which has a strip of an adhesive film which is adhesive on both sides and is adhesively attached in such a way that one end of the adhesive film protrudes beyond the plate as a grip, the adhesive film being of such a kind that the adhesive bond achieved with it can be released again by pulling in the direction of the bonding plane, stretching the strip, characterized in that the rear side of the plate (1) has laterally alongside the adhesively attached adhesive film (5) spacers (3A, 3B), the height of which is less than the thickness of the adhesive film (5).

Abstract: A suspended note clip for magnetic attachment to vertical surfaces has opposing portions that are squeezable to open substantially planar faces that are otherwise biased together, in grasping fashion, by the bowed shape of the opposing portions. The clip is also usable without attachment to the vertical surface and in non-magnetic attachments to vertical surfaces.

Abstract: A non-integral frame apparatus provides, in combination, plural separate lengths of a frame structure mounted onto a mirror or similar object. Each of the lengths of the frame structure provide an outwardly facing surface with a generally decorative design, and an inwardly facing planar surface. The inwardly facing surfaces of the lengths of the frame structure provide mounting engagement devices such that the lengths of frame structure are fixed onto the mirror in an end-to-end, closed-figure arrangement without mutual engagement. This enables the mirror to appear as if framed by an integral frame assembly without suffering the drawbacks of making, handling and using such.

Abstract: A multi-sided metal frame having a top surface is provided with a plastic bead on the surface, extending lengthwise of each side of the frame and spaced slightly inboard from the outer perimeter of the frame. A hot-melt adhesive is provided atop the bead. A mirror film is applied to the bead and secured in place by the adhesive. The film portion within the area defined by the bead is tight and planar in a plane spaced from the frame and retained in that condition by the cured adhesive. The method can be implemented by forming a metal strip into an L-shaped cross section, applying the plastic bead along the top outside face, and then cutting and bending the strip as needed and connecting ends to form the frame. Then the top of the bead is finished to lie in a plane. Then the adhesive is applied.

Abstract: The present invention is a fixture for reflection mirror. Wherein a plurality of adhering sections are set on surrounding edges inside a rear frame of a rear projection television. Depending on dimensions and weights of different reflection mirrors, an area of the adhering section can be adjusted. Then to coat glue on adhering sections, and the back surrounding edges of the reflection mirror is stuck on the adhering sections, therefore the reflection mirror is fixed on the rear frame. Due to the adhering sections being on the back of the reflection mirror, the reflection mirror is used as a reflection surface of reflecting a light beam back to a screen without blocking of the adhering sections and interference of the rear frame so as to effectively use the reflection surface.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a device and a method for hanging an object, such as a mirror or frame or other like objects. The present invention further relates to an object for incorporating such a hanging device. More specifically, the present invention provides an apparatus for mounting objects to a surface by adhesively attaching the object to a bracket. An aperture on the bracket may be used to hang the object on a surface, such as a wall.

Abstract: The present invention is related to n adhesive hang tab for suspension of an object to a support, comprising a main body having two opposite surfaces, which is divided into a non-coated upper portion provided with an aperture adapted for secure suspension of the object onto the support and an adhesive lower portion provided with a pressure-sensitive coating. The adhesive portion is further provided with two legs extending laterally downwardly from the adhesive portion, those legs being also provided with the pressure-sensitive coating. Legs are forming a channel spaced between said legs.

Abstract: A structure for removably securing a container to a planar supporting surface comprises a flexible plastic tape having an adhesive coating on a first portion of each of its two sides, and a second portion where there is no adhesive coating. The second portion forms a graspable tab to facilitate removal of the container from its supporting surface, and is retained in a position which is generally out of sight. De-adherence of the flexible plastic tape is achieved by stretching the tape from the graspable tab. Retaining means for the graspable tab may comprise a slot which is parallel to the back face of the container, located a distance away from the back face which is less than the length of the graspable tab; or it may also comprise a pair of opposed tabs spaced away from and substantially parallel to the face against which the graspable tab is placed.

Abstract: A method for installing a vehicle window assembly in a vehicle includes selecting a vehicle interior accessory member from the group including a storage system, a lighting system, an instrument display system, an electrical power system, a temperature controlled air system, a system control panel, a window panel shade system, an interior trim component, a hand grip, and a sun visor assembly, forming the window assembly by securing the selected vehicle interior accessory to a predetermined area of the inner surface of a window panel, and installing the vehicle window assembly over or within a window opening of the vehicle after securing the interior accessory to the window panel such that the interior accessory is accessible to an occupant of the vehicle from the vehicle interior after installation.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying paper, fabric, photographs or the like, comprises a long, narrow strip of thin ferromagnetic spring steel, and a number of small tacks embedded with rare earth magnets or other magnets. A tape-like dispenser stores unused tacks and a portion of the strip that has yet to be used. The strip of spring steel is covered on one face by a strong adhesive. The adhesive side, when the strip has not been used, is covered by a protective layer, such as wax paper. The spring steel is rolled up inside the dispenser. The strip may be divided at regular intervals by a cut through the protective paper and adhesive layer, the cut line scoring the spring steel.

Abstract: An assembly (20) of artwork (21) and backing (22) wherein a combination of floater anchors (24), hard anchors (26), and soft anchors (25) produce a floatability of artwork about its backing and which eliminates curling or rippling to it due to temperature and humidity changes. The floater anchor (24) is formed from a pair of tape pieces (35-1, 35-2) fastened together by a pair of crossing ties (37, 38) that interlace the pieces (35-1, 35-2). Piece (35-1) is adhered to artwork (21) and piece (35-2) is adhered to backing (22), whereby artwork (21) can shift about backing (22) to the extent of the spacing distance between the attachment, such as by glue spots (40), of ties(37, 38)to pieces (35-1, 35-2). Hard anchors (26) are formed by providing ribbons (42) of glue between pieces (35-1, 35-2) and ties (37, 38) so that the pieces (35-1, 35-2) do not shift between each other.

Abstract: A device for attaching a laminar object such as a poster to a wall includes a plate having a rear face which is attachable to a wall and a boss which protrudes from a front face of the plate. The plate may include a layer of ferromagnetic material such as steel and may be attached to the wall by a plastic holding composite, a nail or pin or by adhesive. A hole may then be punched in a corner of a poster or other laminar object and that hole is placed over the boss which then supports the poster from the wall. A keeper which is may be made from a rubberized magnetic material and includes a through hole which is approximately the same size as the boss, is placed over the plate to retain the poster in place. Further weak magnetic attraction between the retainer and the ferromagnetic plate or an interference fit helps keep the retainer attached over the boss and retain the poster on the wall except in drafty conditions where the keeper releases the poster.

Abstract: An adhesive article adapted for removable adhesive bonding on a support surface, such as a wall, includes a base member and a stretch release adhesive tape strip. The adhesive tape strip is a sequential release-type adhesive strip having a non-adhesive end portion which allows the base member to release from the adhesive strip during the removal process while the adhesive strip remains adhered to the support surface, therefore reducing the incidence of unwanted catapulting. To prevent relative movement between the base member and the adhesive strip during the removal process and therefore increase the likelihood of successful controlled sequential release of the base member, the base member includes a stabilizer arranged to abut the adhesive strip if the base member shifts as the adhesive strip is stretched during removal. The stabilizer can be a generally rigid projection or a compressible stop member which extends outwardly from the end of the base member adjacent the end of the adhesive strip.

Abstract: Epoxysuccinamide derivatives of the formula (1): wherein R1 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, or aralkyl; R2 is alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, or aralkyl; R3 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, aralkyl, heterocyclic, or heterocyclic-alkyl; X is —O— or —NR4— (R4 is hydrogen, alkyl, aryl, aralkyl, heterocyclic, or heterocyclic-alkyl); Y1 is OR5, SR6, or NR7R8; and Y2 is hydrogen or alkyl. The compounds are useful as remedies for bone diseases and arthritis.

Abstract: A set of nested magnetic picture frames elements is disclosed for defining multiple picture frames from a single sheet of magnetic material. The sheet of magnetic material is diced into a plurality of frame elements and supports a printed background or image on a front surface thereof. Portions of the background can be selectively removed from the sheet to define a custom picture frame with non-overlapping edges. The invention also provides a method for creating a custom nested magnetic picture frame product. The method includes the steps of receiving a photograph or other item from a customer, applying that item to a sheet of magnetic material, then dicing the sheet, and applying a tie layer to the diced sheet so that the original composition of the photograph or item is maintained during transportation and display of the picture frame.

Abstract: Treated, especially painted, sandwich of two or more joined parts, which a) is fixed with the formation of a spaced joint between the joined parts, where b) fixing of the parts to be joined takes place by means of an adhesive film which can be detached again by pulling in the direction of the bond plane, and c) the thickness of the spaced joint between the joined parts is determined by the thickness of the adhesive film, d) the untreated sandwich fixed in this way is treated in this form, and e) the treated joined parts are separable from one another without residue or damage by pulling on the adhesive film in the direction of the bond plane.

Abstract: A method of bonding a component to glass comprising disposing a pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet material between said component and said glass so that said adhesive sheet material is adhered to said component and said glass, wherein said adhesive sheet material comprises the photopolymerization reaction product of starting materials comprising: (a) a monomeric mixture or partially prepolymerized syrup comprising at least one acrylic acid ester of an alkyl alcohol and at least one copolymerizable monomer; (b) an epoxy resin or a mixture of epoxy resins, (c) a heat-activatable hardener for the epoxy resin or mixture of epoxy resins, (d) a photoinitiator, and (e) a pigment.

Abstract: Redetachable, self-adhesive device having a plate, the sides and/or front side of which have fastening means, if appropriate, and the rear side of which has a strip of an adhesive film which is adhesive on both sides and is adhesively attached in such a way that one end of the adhesive film protrudes beyond the plate as a grip, the adhesive film being of such a kind that the adhesive bond achieved with it can be released again by pulling in the direction of the bonding plane, stretching the strip, characterized in that the rear side of the plate (1) has laterally alongside the adhesively attached adhesive film (5) spacers (3A, 3B), the height of which is less than the thickness of the adhesive film (5).

Abstract: A pair of folding orthogonal mirrors is disclosed, including first and second plates, each provided on a face thereof with a surface mirror; hinges, attached to the first and second plates to movably join the two together, so that the plates are movable from an unfolded position, in which the surface mirrors on each of the plates are arranged orthogonally, to a folded position, in which the surface mirrors on each of the plates face one another. The pair of folding orthogonal mirrors is provided with a magnet assembly, attached to the first and second plates, for maintaining the plates in the unfolded position by magnetic attraction; and include means for adjusting the angle between the surface mirrors in the unfolded position.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided an edge adapter for use with a spherically mounted retroreflector device for measuring the location of a measurement point on a first object surface of an object. The object has a second object surface with an edge interposed between the first and second object surfaces. The measurement point is positioned an offset distance from the edge. The retroreflector device has a spherical outer surface. The edge adapter is provided with an adapter body having at least two engagement points. The engagement points and the measurement point are cooperatively sized and configured to define a sphere of substantially the same radius as the spherical outer surface. The edge adapter is further provided with an adapter base attached to the adapter body. The adapter base has a base surface formed to engage the first object surface for supporting the edge adapter thereat.

Abstract: A modular sign comprises a magnetic backing sheet, a chassis for supporting the backing sheet to provide a stable platform, and one or more sign inserts which may be coated on one side with a magnetically attractive coating so that the inserts can be held magnetically on the backing sheet. The magnetically attractive coating comprises a mixture of hydrogen reduced iron of, preferably about 325 mesh, mixed with a clear enamel printing ink in approximately equal proportions.

Abstract: Use of a piece of adhesive film for bonding a) a plate (6) to an article (5) to be mounted or hung up in such a way that the bond can be separated again without damage and without leaving a residue, by means of b) a double-sided adhesive film (1) having a tab (2) which projects from the adhesive join and which can be pulled in the direction of the bond plane to separate the bond, where c) the plate (6) has a device (7) via which mounting or hanging can take place in a manner known per se, and where d) the bonding is hidden to the viewer of the mounted or hung article (5), if appropriate by the article (5) itself.

Abstract: A mount for supporting an object, such as an ensign post, on the outside of a vehicle body includes a base plate (20) which carries magnetic means (20, 21) for releasably securing the mount to the vehicle body magnetically. The base plate (20) carries a pivotally mounted object-receiving holder (40, 41). The magnetic means (20, 21) disposed in a ring around the circumference of the base plate (20) and adapted to interact with the vehicle body. Adjacent magnets in the circumferential direction of the ring are arranged with alternating magnetic poles facing towards the base plate.

Abstract: A picture hanger is initially held in place on a wall in a temporary manner without damaging the wall by including a backing with a shock absorbing layer overlaid by a temporary adhesive film. Prior to the picture hanger being temporarily fastened to the wall, the temporary adhesive film is covered by a protective paper sheet. The shock absorbing layer prevents the wall from being indented when the hanger is permanently secured to the wall by hammering a pin or nail through the layer and film. The layer is sufficiently soft to hold the nail in place when the nail impales the layer prior to hammering the nail into the wall. Prior to the backing being secured to the hanger, the permanent adhesive film is overlaid by another removable protective sheet. Initially the backings are located on an elongated strip and are punched from the strip for mounting on the hook body.

Abstract: A magnetic picture display device is described. The invention includes a horizontal ground surface, a planar item to be displayed, a first support element and at least one front surface-contacting member. The display item has a front surface, a rear surface and at least one edge. The first support element has at least one ground surface contacting portion and at least one rear surface contacting portion. The rear surface-contacting portion includes ferromagnetic material. The front surface-contacting member includes a high-strength magnet. To use the invention the ground surface contacting is located on the ground surface and the rear surface of the item is located on the rear surface contacting portion of the first support element. The front surface contacting member is located on the front surface of the item at a point closest to the rear surface contacting portion of the first support element.

Abstract: Disclosed is a simple and easy to use device for stabilizing the position of a frame or other object hanging on a wall. The invention includes a small flat panel or medium having a pointed pin or other fastener protruding from one surface. An adhesive is provided on the opposite surface. The invention is designed for use in conjunction with a frame that has already been prepared for hanging on a wall (i.e., a hook, wire, bracket or other hanging means has already been attached to the frame). The device is installed by removing the frame from the wall and placing it face down on a flat surface. The adhesive surface of the invention is then affixed to the back of the frame, preferably near the bottom, such that the pointed pin is protruding up and away from the frame. The frame with device installed is then taken to the wall and hanged. Next, the frame is adjusted and straightened so that it is in the desired position.

Abstract: Holding device, comprising a one-part hook body and a one-part baseplate, the baseplate for the bond with an adhesive strip which releases on pulling being designed such that a grip tab of the adhesive strip protrudes beyond the baseplate, the hook body being designed such that it covers over the baseplate and also the grip tab protruding beyond the latter, characterized in that a) on the baseplate there are integrally formed at least four extensions, which b) respectively lie opposite one another in pairs and which c) protrude laterally beyond the baseplate, and in that in the hook body there are formed guides in which the extensions of the baseplate are guided such that a) the hook body is released by a movement parallel to the baseplate from the basic position, in which the hook body is anchored on the baseplate and thereby covers over the baseplate and the grip tab of the adhesive strip, and during this release lifts itself off the underlying surface, at least on one side, so that b) access to the g

Abstract: A stretch releasing adhesive article for removably adhesively bonding an object to a surface includes a stretch release adhesive strip and a secondary release member. The stretch release adhesive strip includes a first adhesive end portion having oppositely facing major surfaces arranged to adhesively bond with the object and the surface and includes a non-adhesive tab portion. The secondary release member includes oppositely facing adhesive major surfaces having temporary or repositionable adhesive which allows the adhesive article to be repositioned on the surface and object prior to adhesively bonding the stretch release adhesive strip to the surface and object. The adhesive strength of the secondary release member is sufficient to maintain the secondary release member in adhesive contact with the object and surface when the stretch release adhesive strip is stretched during the removal process.

Abstract: A device for holding an object to a magnetizable surface, has a magnetic base including a magnet recessed in a housing and a hook removably connectable to the housing. The magnet has an external face devised to face the magnetizable surface, an internal face opposite the external face and a sidewall. The housing is sized to accommodate the magnet in a loose manner so that an air gap is formed between the housing and the magnet. The housing includes a side wall that extends beyond the side wall of the magnet such that, in use, an air gap is formed between the magnet and the magnetizable surface. The hook includes an anchoring section slidably engageable in a hook holder provided on the outer face of the magnetic base and a supporting section adapted to support the object.

Abstract: A portable directional arrow that can be utilized to direct traffic at any time during the day or night. The directional arrow may be manually held or contains at least one attachment device to attach the directional arrow to a surface. At least one light source is attached to the arrow that is electrically connected to an adaptor that is designed to plug into a cigarette lighter for a motor vehicle. The directional arrow has two separable housings. The housings can be fastened and utilized as a single arrow with one side containing the light source for visibility at night and the other side containing a high-visibility color for visibility during the day. Further the two housings may be separated to be utilized as two completely different sets of directional arrows.

Abstract: Improved vacuum actuated display ornaments which adhere to surfaces by self-suction are improved by a wall thickness at the center of mass thicker than their peripheral wall thickness.

Abstract: Redetachable, self-adhesive device having a plate, the sides and/or front side of which have fastening means, if appropriate, and the rear side of which has a strip of an adhesive film which is adhesive on both sides and is adhesively attached in such a way that one end of the adhesive film protrudes beyond the plate as a grip, the adhesive film being of such a kind that the adhesive bond achieved with it can be released again by pulling, stretching the strip, characterized in that the plate (1) has at its end, or on its rear side (2) at least in the region (3A, 3B) which bears against the grip (6) of the adhesive film strip (5), low stick and slip friction with respect to the adhesive film strip (5).

Abstract: A mirror assembly for releasable attachment to the windshield a land vehicle. The assembly includes a mount having a base plate and at least one suction cup. A telescoping arm extends from the base plate and joins a mirror thereto. The length of the arm may be set by means of a clamp which it carries. Swivel balls on the opposite ends of the arm permit the position of the mirror relative to the mount to be further adjusted.

Abstract: An adhesive article adapted for removable mounting on a support surface includes a stretch release adhesive tape strip and a base member. The adhesive article includes an abutment adapted to engage the support surface when the article is pressed against the support surface, and thereby prevents the base member from rebonding to the adhesive strip. The abutment thereby allows the article to be pressed against the support surface during removal to hold the article in place without interfering with the removal process.

Abstract: A picture hanger is initially held in place on a wall in a temporary manner without damaging the wall by including a backing with a shock absorbing layer overlaid by a temporary adhesive film. Prior to the picture hanger being temporarily fastened to the wall, the temporary adhesive film is covered by a protective paper sheet. The shock absorbing layer prevents the wall from being indented when the hanger is permanently secured to the wall by hammering a pin or nail through the layer and film. The layer is sufficiently soft to hold the nail in place when the nail impales the layer prior to hammering the nail into the wall. Prior to the backing being secured to the hanger, the permanent adhesive film is overlaid by another removable protective sheet. Initially the backings are located on an elongated strip and are punched from the strip for mounting on the hook body.

Abstract: A detachable mirror designed to allow the driver of a vehicle to view the hitch ball when attempting to align the hitch ball with a trailer hitch. The invention has a stable triangular base and an adjustable mast for positioning a small mirror in the correct location.

Abstract: A fastening device for vehicle accessories has a support pad attachable to a windshield of a vehicle, a support base connected with the support pad and connectable with a rearview mirror, and a resilient locking element pressing the support pad and the support base against one another and formed so that during an assembly and a disassembly of the support base and the support pad different stresses are generated such that a stress generated during the assembly of the support base and the support pad is smaller than a stress generated during the disassembly of the support base and the support pad.

Abstract: A non-obstructive, auxiliary rear view mirror assembly and mounting apparatus to generally provide a driver of a vehicle with a full view of the vehicle's blind spot. The non-obstructive, auxiliary rear view mirror assembly and mounting apparatus is preferably mounted to a non-mirror reflective, support member of a factory-mounted side view mirror assembly. The support member being positioned between a reflective mirror surface of the factory-mounted side view mirror assembly and an exterior surface of a vehicle. The non-obstructive, auxiliary rear view mirror assembly and mounting apparatus is preferably mounted to the support member in the absence of engagement to or contact with, the reflective mirror surface of the factory-mounted side view mirror assembly, and in the absence of obstructing the driver's view of any portion of the reflective mirror surface of the factory-mounted side view mirror assembly, while generally providing the driver with a full view of the vehicle's blind spot.

Abstract: A tape laminate comprising an internally separable layer having first and second opposite major anchor surfaces, which separable layer has an internal static shear strength in a direction parallel to its anchor surfaces that allows it to support a significant weight (e.g., at least 6 pounds per square inch), and has an internal dynamic tensile strength in a direction generally normal to its anchor surfaces of no greater than 40 pounds per square inch. The major anchor surfaces of the separable layer are bonded to the opposed surfaces of objects (which bonding can be done with strips of stretch release adhesive) so that the laminate can support one object from the other against a static force generally parallel to said anchor surfaces of at least 6 pounds per square inch, whereas the separable layer can be internally separated by a dynamic separating force normal to said anchor surfaces of no greater than about 40 pounds per square inch to separate the objects.

Abstract: Double-sided stretchable adhesive tapes are described for use in conventional applications, particularly including the mounting or joining of an object to another surface. An improvement lies within the ability to control the timing of the debonding of both surfaces so that one adhesive surface releases before the other. The earlier release can be either on the object side or the surface side, depending on the desired effect. The present invention is applicable to all stretchable tape constructions including the use of plastic backing materials and/or elastic backing materials and allows such an object to be removed without risking substantial snap-back of the adhesive tape or catapulting of the object.

Abstract: A removable adhesive tape comprising a highly extensible and substantially inelastic backing and a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive. The backing has a high tensile strength, has a lengthwise elongation at break of at least about 150% with less than about 50% elastic recovery after stretching. The adhesive can be a normally tacky and pressure-sensitive adhesive and is coated on at least one surface of the film backing. The adhesive is preferably highly extensible, does not separate from the backing during stretching, and has higher cohesion than adhesion to any suitable substrate. After being applied to a substrate, the adhesive tape of the present invention becomes firmly bonded, but can be easily removed without damaging the substrate by simply stretching it in a direction substantially parallel, i.e., less than about 35.degree., to the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A sun reflecting device capable of reflecting sunlight off of a mirror through a window and onto the ceiling of a room. The mirror holding assembly is adhered the outside of the window by suction cups or other mounting structure. The mirror is capable of changing angles by adjusting the height of a pair of lead screws which are attached to the underside of the mirror by universal joints and terminate on a support platform. A central post also supports the mirror and is attached by a universal joint. The lead screws are driven by stepper motors. A photosensor array is mounted to the inside of the window and an auxiliary mirror which is attached to the main mirror reflects sunlight on to the photosensor array. A microcontroller circuit responds to the photosensors' input and sends signals to the stepper motors so that the mirror is maintained in an ideal position to reflect sunlight to the chosen spot on the ceiling.

Abstract: A mirror assembly comprising a U shaped perimeter frame and a planar mirror pivotally mounted to the frame. To mount the mirror assembly to the vehicle, there are a plurality of suction cups adjustably mounted at various locations along the frame so that these can be moved to the proper position. The angular position of the frame is set by means of a positioning arm pivotally connected to the frame and slide mounted to the U shaped frame. The assembly is arranged so that the mirror and the mounting arm can be moved to a collapsed position so as to lie within the plane defined by the frame.

Abstract: A mounting corner usable with several other like mounting corners for the mounting of photographs, posters, drawings and the like on a mounting surface, this mounting corner being constructed from relatively thick, rigid material, and having substantially flat, triangularly-shaped front and rear surfaces. Two edge portions of the front and rear triangularly-shaped surfaces meet at a right angle, whereas the hypotenuse edge of each mounting corner is slotted to receive the respective corner of a photograph, poster, drawing or the like. Securing means selected from a variety of different types is utilized upon the rear surface of each mounting corner, thus enabling our mounting corner to be attached to a mounting surface of ferric metal, as well as upon surfaces such as wood, felt-board, cork, ceramic and the like, depending upon the particular securing means utilized in a given instance.

Abstract: A clear/printed hang tag, a hanging system for suspending a package of products from a single wire hanger and/or a double wire hanger, automatic labeling of product packaging on a billboard, and the process for making hang tags. The hang tag has an opening for receiving a single or a double wire hanger cut near the top of a billboard region containing printed matter. The hang tag is made from a continuous web of polyester film with a process including, printing graphics on the back side of the upper portion using reverse image flexographic printing, coating the printed image with a UV cured, opaque ink coating, a lower portion of the front side with a clear, pressure sensitive adhesive, combining and adhering the continuous web of polyester film to a release liner, die cutting the hang tag shape and the hanger opening, stripping the waste material from the liner, and rewinding the combined hang tags and liner on a reel for shipment to a customer.