Abstract: A motorized tilt actuator assembly comprises one or more threaded jack screws attached to a mirror glass case and traveling along one or more threaded actuator shafts with rotation of the motor. When a jack screw reaches its limit of travel, relative movement between the actuator shaft and the glass case can occur through a slip clutch mechanism during such time as the motor continues to operate. In one embodiment, the relative movement is accommodated by a spherical actuator head rotating in a compressively spring-biased socket. In another embodiment, the relative movement is accommodated by slippage along a friction surface interposed between the actuator shaft and the motor. Manual repositioning of the mirror can be accommodated by slippage of the jack screw threads past the actuator shaft threads, or by a coarse threaded interconnection of the jack screw and the actuator shaft.

Abstract: A dual magnification vanity mirror adjustable in height and orientation includes an elongated stanchion curved into the shape of a C having a downwardly depending threaded support leg insertably receivable through a central hole in a base plate and removably fastenable thereto by a nut threaded onto the leg. The mirror includes a mirror frame which holds therein a pair of back-to-back mirror plates of different relative magnifications, the frame being joined by a ball-and-socket joint to a bushing rotatably mounted on a horizontal end arm of the stanchion, whereby the frame is swivelable and/or rotatable about an axis of the ball-and-socket joint to adjustable azimuth and inclination angles, orbital about a longitudinal axis of the coupler bushing to an adjustable height, and secured thereat by a screw tightened into radial bore through the bushing onto the arm.

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle includes a mirror head, a mounting base, a support arm and a cover element. The mirror head includes a reflective element and at least one electronic component which is electrically connected to a power source of the vehicle via wiring. The support arm has an elongated shaft portion, a first end and a second end opposite said first end. The mirror head is pivotable about the first end via a first ball and socket joint, and the second end is pivotable about the mounting base via a second ball and socket joint. The wiring is disposed between an outer surface of the shaft portion and the cover element. The cover element attaches to the shaft portion such that the wiring is routed at least partially along the outer surface and is at least partially hidden from view by the cover element.

Abstract: A trailer mounted and adjustable mirror assembly for attachment to a trailer or hitch being towed by a towing vehicle. The assembly, when secured, helps facilitate securement of the trailer to the towing vehicle while the driver/operator remains in the towing vehicle. The assembly comprises a removable clamp mounting a pair of adjustable, telescopic tubular members on which is mounted a pivotal mirror mechanism pivotal throughout 360° and countless angles relative to the plane of the pivotal mirror mechanism.

Abstract: An external mirror assembly for a motor vehicle with a base (16) and an adjustable mirror head (12) and a pivot and vibration absorption mechanism (14) on the base (16) allowing manual adjustment of the mirror head (12) with respect to the base (16). The pivot and vibration absorption mechanism (14) has a ball joint (22, 26) to enable pivoting and frictionally engaging faces (36, 38, 42) spaced apart from the ball joint (22, 26) on the base (16) and the mirror head (12) to provide vibration absorption. The respective faces (36, 38, 42) are part spherical surfaces resiliently urged together by resilient means (46).

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror assembly for vehicles incorporates a reflective mirror element and a first polymeric pivot joint allowing pivotal adjustment of the field of view of the reflective element. The assembly includes a polymeric support element, a polymeric rearview mirror mount, and a second polymeric pivot joint. The polymeric support element includes one of a first polymeric ball member and a first polymeric socket. The polymeric rearview mirror mount is adapted for attachment to an interior portion of the vehicle. The support element pivots on the second polymeric pivot joint about the rearview mirror mount. At least one of the pivot joints includes joint members generating increased frictional resistance to movement of a ball member in a socket, such joint members preferably comprising a textured surface on the ball member or socket.

Abstract: The Blind Spot Curved Mirror reflector has a constant radius curve from top to bottom, and straight from left to right sides, as a section of a cylinder. The outer shell has a section removed for installation alignment on an original equipment outer shell. The removed section form's a basic alignment for a vehicle driver's blind spot area. The blind spot curved mirror will image the same area as a larger flat mirror with a smaller profile. The smaller profile will restrict less vision area than a larger flat mirror. The blind spot curved mirror with it's outer shell may be attached to an existing side mirror as an auxiliary mirror or included in an original equipment mirror outer shell with the original flat mirror and give the same blind spot effect.

Abstract: A support arm for use in a respiratory circuit is provided. The support arm includes a plurality of arm segments that are movably connected with one another such that the arm segments are adjustable with respect to another. At least one inflatable bladder is provided. The bladder is operably disposed at a point of connection between at least two of the arm segments. The arm segments are locked into position with respect to one another upon inflation of the bladder. The arm segments are released and positionable with respect to one another upon deflation of the bladder. Also, a respiratory support member is attached to one of the arm segments. The respiratory support member is configured for engaging the respiratory circuit to support the respiratory circuit.

Abstract: A safety mirror for attaching to a patrol car having a front, a driver side, and a driver side rear-view mirror, for use when an officer is walking back to the patrol car from a stopped vehicle located in front of the patrol car. The safety mirror has a housing having a front and a rear, a mirror surface located at the housing front, and a bracket extending rearwardly from the housing. The bracket is attached to the driver side door adjacent the rear view mirror, and the mirror surface is oriented forwardly. Accordingly when walking toward the patrol vehicle substantially alongside and parallel to the driver side, the officer can see the stopped vehicle in the mirror surface while simultaneously watching oncoming traffic.

Abstract: A vehicle memory mirror system of the present invention includes an interior rearview mirror assembly. The mirror assembly includes a mirror casing, with a reflective element, and a support, which is adapted to mount the mirror assembly to a vehicle. An electrical actuator is located interiorly of the mirror casing and is adapted to adjust the orientation of the reflective element to adjust the rearward field of view of the reflective element.

Abstract: A mirror mount includes a mirror-head-attached first mount component, a window-attached second mount component, and a tubular connector. The first component includes a base defining an attachment plane, an angled stem, and a first ball section with a clearance area around the stem. A bore extends into the stem for receiving an attachment screw. A clearance area is formed around the stem near the ball section and extends at an acute angle to the attachment plane, thus providing increased angular adjustability of the mirror head in at least an upward direction. The second component includes a ball section and angled extended stem, and is connected to the first component by the tubular connector. The first and second ball sections define a distance less than a distance from a flat side of the second component to the second ball section, thus providing improved rigidity against vibration.

Abstract: A support assembly for pivotally securing an accessory to a vehicle includes a mounting base adapted for mounting to the vehicle and a mounting arm pivotally secured to the mounting base and the accessory. The accessory has at least one electronic component which is electrically connected to a vehicle wiring via an accessory wiring. The mounting base includes a first ball receiving socket. The mounting arm includes a first ball member for pivotally engaging the first ball receiving socket and a second ball member for pivotally engaging a second ball receiving socket on the accessory. The first ball member is positioned at an opposite end of the mounting arm from the second ball member. The mounting arm further includes an outer sleeve which may at least partially encase the mounting arm and the accessory wiring. The outer sleeve may provide a channel therealong for receiving the accessory wiring.

Abstract: An adjustable accessory mirror for vehicles includes a fastening base, a double-sided adhesive fabric, an adjustable mirror bracket, and an accessory convex mirror wherein the fastening base mount, annular in shape, is provided with a round retaining cavity defining the top surface thereof and an engaging ball protruding at the center of the retaining cavity thereon, and the adjustable mirror bracket, disk-like, has a mirror groove concaved at the top side thereon for the accessory convex mirror to be mounted therein and a spherical ball chamber defined by elastic arc plates protruding at the bottom thereon. Via resilient support of the elastic arc plates thereof, the engaging ball of the fastening base is adapted to the spherical ball chamber of the adjustable mirror bracket in abutting location by the elastic arc plates thereof.

Abstract: A vehicle mirror assembly for mounting a mirror to a vehicle body includes a connection head, a positive lock assembly, and a holder. The holder and the connection head are attached to one or the other of a tie bar and a mirror support arm and rotatably secured together. Methods of assembling and using the vehicle mirror assembly are also provided.

Abstract: A mirror assembly is provided for use in “hitching” trailers to towing vehicles. The mirror assembly can be used for conventional ball and socket couplings, fifth wheel couplings and variations thereof. The mirror assembly is magnetically attached to the trailer tongue so it can be easily removed after coupling. The mirror assembly includes a telescoping stanchion mirror post and a swivel joint which can be vertically rotated. A ball joint connected to the back of the mirror allows the mirror to be turned in any of a variety of positions for precise alignment during the hitching process.

Abstract: A mirror mounting assembly including a mirror support, a base portion, a pivoting joint between the support and the base portion allowing the support to pivot with respect to the base portion, a link extending between the support and the base portion, a first end of the link being held with respect to either the support or the base portion, an aperture provided in the support or the base portion into which the second end of the link locates, a tight sliding fit between the aperture and the link, the link moving through the aperture allowing the support to be adjusted with respect to the base portion, the fit being such that unwanted movement between the support and base portion is prevented during normal use.

Abstract: A desktop bible carrying case 10 is provided with an enclosure 12 having a cavity 24 formed therein. A rectangular shaped support ridge 26 is coupled in the cavity 24 to inside portions of the enclosure 12. A flexible lid 28 is provided which is pivotably coupled to a back portion of the enclosure 12. Additionally, a planar shaped desktop member 50 is pivotably coupled to the enclosure adjacent to and between the lid 28 and the support ridge 26. An elevating member 52 is pivotably coupled to an outermost end of the desktop member 50. As a result a desktop bible carrying case 10 is provided to carry a bible 60 and a pad 62 in the open area 24 until they are removed therefrom and positioned on the desktop member 50 for use.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a pivotal shaft assembly for plane displays, including a bottom plate, a fixing-member mounted at the front side of the bottom plate and having a positioning ball integrally coupled to the front side of a support base of the spherical nest device, a rotational member having two extension rods extended from the rear side of a connecting plate, each extension rod at one end having a connecting end and a corresponding axial hole thereon along its axial direction, and two inner sides of the connecting ends clamping the positioning ball by pressing on a curve groove corresponding to the curvature of the positioning ball with the inner sides, and two adjusting members of the extension rod passing through the axial hole to support a pressing ring, such that the positioning ball being clamped securely along the same axis and capable of moving along its surface to provide a multi-directional adjustment.

Abstract: An interior rearview mirror system suitable for use in the interior cabin of a vehicle is provided that includes an interior rearview mirror assembly having an interior rearview mirror support adapted for attaching to a windshield or header portion of the vehicle. The interior rearview mirror assembly includes an interior rearview mirror casing and an interior rearview mirror reflective element. The interior rearview mirror casing is pivotally adjustable about the interior rearview mirror support whereby adjustment of said mirror casing by a driver of the vehicle adjusts the rearward field of view of the interior rearview mirror reflective element in order for the driver to see rearwardly when driving.

Abstract: Shafts are respectively provided in a bracket. An operating lever, and bearings and guiding and temporary holding sections are provided in a mirror housing. When the bracket, the mirror housing, and the operating lever are assembled, the shafts are guided to the bearings by the guiding and temporary holding sections, and the shafts are temporarily held in the guiding and temporary holding sections and the bearings. Therefore, the shafts can be rotatably supported on the bearings easily and reliably, and hence the cost of the inside mirror can be reduced.

Abstract: Even when a stay is mounted to a mounting surface with tilting angle different according to types of vehicles, a predetermined or more tilting range of the mirror assembly can be obtained, thereby securing a rear field of view. As a result, since an inside mirror can be for general-purpose use of types of vehicles having a mounting surface with different tilting angles, the inside mirror does not have to be designed and manufactured according to each type of vehicles, thereby lowering the cost of the inside mirror.

Abstract: A reinforcing structure for an automobile's central rearview mirror which includes an electronic vibration-dampening device. The reinforcing structure includes Piezo electric elements attached to a support structure, a clamping mechanism to stabilize the reflective mirror element and electronics including LEDs to dissipate energy extracted from the mirror. The vibration-dampening features include Piezo electric crystals attached to a support structure to press against the central rearview mirror housing and a circuit card with various components to dissipate unwanted vibration. Also, the invention includes a spring loaded, pivoted clamping system to further stabilize the entire structure. The invention achieves dampening mainly through the application of an inertial dampening system that utilizes Piezo crystals and weights to adequately absorb excess vibration.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a mirror head assembly including a rearwardly-extending ball section, and a mirror support assembly including a tube having a larger-diameter mid-section and a smaller-diameter tapered end section. A socket on the mirror support assembly, when in the end section, captures the ball section with friction to permit angular adjustment but with enough friction to maintain a selected angular position. A spring biases the socket from the mid-section into the end section, but is compressible so that assembly is possible by pressing the ball section against the socket, causing the socket to move from the end section into the mid-section where the ball section snaps into the socket. It is conceived that the ball section and socket components can be reversed, and also that the mirror support assembly can include a two-ball mount, with a ball-and-socket connection at each end.

Abstract: A retaining apparatus (H) for retaining a room accessory such as a mirror assembly (4) comprises a base (1), a linear spring (2), and a base inner (3). The linear spring (2) includes linear parts (21) and a curved part (22), which are connected together with hairpin parts (23). A base (1) is attached between the linear parts (21) while a flange (39) provided at the base inner (3) is attached inside the curved part (22). The flange (39) is provided at a socket (38). A pivot (52) of a stay 5 of the mirror assembly (4) is pressed into the socket (38).

Abstract: A drive system comprises a movement mechanism comprising a spherical holder (1) and a spherical bowl which, one inserted into the other, are rotatable relative to each other about an X-axis and a Y-axis, which axes lie in a plane substantially coinciding with the plane of the outside edge of the holder or extending parallel thereto. Viewed in the X-Y plane, the holder comprises two mutually perpendicular slots (4,5), provided through the holder, each of said slots having an adjusting element provided therein for motor displacement, which adjusting element is further freely movable in the bowl in a direction, viewed in the X-Y plane, perpendicular to that of the relevant slot in the holder. Through the relevant slot in the holder, the adjusting element is in an operative connection with a drive mechanism placed in the holder, which drive mechanism is connected to a motor that is likewise placed in the holder.

Abstract: An auxiliary rear view mirror comprising a housing with a rear side and a front side, a mirror on the front side and a mounting arrangement rotatably coupled to the rear side of the housing arranged for attaching the mirror to a rear view mirror on a vehicle. The mounting arrangement has a flat pad arranged to be adhesively attached to the rear view mirror and has an arm extending from a respective side of the pad. The arm has a ball end arranged to be received by a socket on the auxiliary mirror such that the mirror can be tilted and rotated about the pad.

Abstract: The invention disclosed provides an improved rear view imaging system. The invention discloses a system comprising a reflective imaging means and means for mounting to a solid surface, such as a desk or computer monitor. The invention maximizes the possible field of view by providing multi-directional rotation of the imaging and mounting members. Further, multiple means for coupling and mounting are contemplated.

Abstract: An accessory system of a vehicle comprises an accessory module assembly having a mounting portion, a head portion and a rearview mirror assembly. The mounting portion extends generally upward when mounted to an attachment member at a vehicle windshield. The head portion may extend generally horizontally and rearwardly with respect to the vehicle from an upper portion of the mounting portion. The head portion comprises electronic circuitry for at least one accessory. The mirror assembly is mountable to the mounting portion, with the head portion of the accessory module assembly extending generally above the mirror casing. The head portion may be viewable and/or user accessible above the mirror casing when the mirror assembly is mounted to the mounting portion. The head portion may be pivotable or articulatable relative to the base portion of the accessory module assembly.

Abstract: A rearview mirror mounting assembly comprises a mounting arm which is pivotally secured to a mounting base and may be further pivotally attached to an accessory or an interior rearview mirror. The mounting arm comprises a ball receiving portion for receiving and pivotally engaging a ball member on the mounting base. The ball receiving portion tightly engages the ball member in response to a biasing force exerted on the ball receiving socket by a biasing member within the mounting arm. The biasing member is aligned and guided within the mounting arm via at least one confinement member, such as an annular guide portion, extending longitudinally within the arm and surrounding at least one substantially flat or planar surface, which the biasing member engages. Preferably, one of the surfaces is rigidly secured to the arm, thereby reducing potential vibration between the arm and the interior rearview mirror.

Abstract: A mirror surface angle adjusting device is provided which can be used at both left and right outer mirror devices of a vehicle. At a mirror driving unit, positional relationships between respective points (fulcrum of swinging A1 and A2, first adjusting points B1 and B2, second adjusting points C1 and C2, first mounting points D1 and D2, second mounting points E1 and E2, and third mounting points F1 and F2) are set such that the points have line symmetry with respect to 45° direction reference lines P1, P2. Accordingly, from a functional standpoint as well, there are no obstacles at a time of mounting, and as a result, a same type of mirror driving unit can be used at both a left door mirror device and a right door mirror device.

Abstract: A rearview mirror mounting assembly comprises a mounting arm which is pivotally secured to a mounting base and may be further pivotally attached to an accessory or an interior rearview mirror. The mounting arm comprises a ball receiving portion for receiving and pivotally engaging a ball member on the mounting base. The ball receiving portion tightly engages the ball member in response to a biasing force exerted on the ball receiving socket by a biasing member within the mounting arm. The biasing member is aligned and guided within the mounting arm via at least one confinement member, such as an annular guide portion, extending longitudinally within the arm and surrounding at least one substantially flat or planar surface, which the biasing member engages. Preferably, one of the surfaces is rigidly secured to the arm, thereby reducing potential vibration between the arm and the interior rearview mirror.

Abstract: A rear view mirror assembly includes a mirror head tightly but turnably clamped to the distal end of a pole or staff mounted onto the fender of a large truck or bus. The mirror head has disposed within an interior chamber thereof socket means that form either a longitudinal bore to clampingly receive the distal end of the pole and permit rotational motion of the mirror head relative to the longitudinal axis of the pole or a ball socket for seating the ball portion of a ball socket member connected to the distal end of the pole and permit swivel motion of the mirror head relative to the longitudal axis of the pole. Tightening means, exterior in part to the interior chamber, move from a first position wherein the mirror head may turn relative to the pole and into a second position to orient the mirror head into a desired position and fixedly clamp the mirror head in that position.

Abstract: A mirror surface angle detector which can be used in common with a mirror surface angle adjusting device of a mirror. The mirror surface angle of the mirror is adjusted by oscillation of the mirror by the mirror surface angle adjusting device. The mirror surface angle detector for detecting the mirror surface angle of the mirror is provided separately from the mirror surface angle adjusting device, and is incorporated into the mirror surface angle adjusting device such that engagement claws provided at the mirror surface angle detector engage with engagement holes provided at the mirror surface angle adjusting device. When the mirror surface angle detector is removed from the mirror surface angle adjusting device, the mirror surface angle adjusting device can also be used in a type of vehicle which does not have a mirror surface angle detector in the mirror surface angle adjusting device. Therefore, vehicles of different types can make common use of the mirror surface angle adjusting device.

Abstract: A ball and toggle assembly for a prismatic interior rearview mirror of a vehicle comprises a ball and body member and a toggle member. The ball and body member and the toggle member are separately formed from separate polymeric materials and joined together. The flexural moduli of the separate materials are selected such that the ball and body member is substantially rigid while the toggle member is flexible. The toggle member is preferably molded over the body member and secured thereto via a mechanical interconnection of the toggle member material to the body member material. Preferably, the ball and body member comprises an engineering polymer, such as a glass-filled thermoplastic material, while the toggle member comprises a polyolefin, such as a homopolymer or co-polymer polypropylene material.

Abstract: A ball and toggle assembly for a prismatic interior rearview mirror of a vehicle comprises a ball and body member and a toggle member. The ball and body member and the toggle member are separately formed from separate polymeric materials and joined together. The flexural moduli of the separate materials are selected such that the ball and body member is substantially rigid while the toggle member is flexible. The toggle member is preferably molded over the body member and secured thereto via a mechanical interconnection of the toggle member material to the body member material. Preferably, the ball and body member comprises an engineering polymer, such as a glass-filled thermoplastic material, while the toggle member comprises a polyolefin, such as a homopolymer or co-polymer polypropylene material.

Abstract: An adjusting mechanism for an external rear view mirror for motor vehicles is provided. The adjusting mechanism includes a mirror glass holder connected to a drive housing. A mirror glass is mounted on the holder, and at least one electrical drive is provided for adjusting the holder. At least one heating element is also provided for heating the mirror glass. A single plug component is provided for supplying power to both the drives and the heating element, with the plug component being adapted to be connected to a power supply cord.

Abstract: An adjustable support for a reflective mirror element in a housing of a rearview mirror assembly provides improved control and more uniform movement of the reflective element. The adjustable support includes an adapter member, which supports the reflective element, a fixed member, and at least one member urging the adapter member into bearing contact with the fixed member. One of the adapter member and the fixed member includes an arcuate bearing surface, for example a semi-spherical bearing surface, and the other of the adapter member and the fixed member includes an annular line bearing surface which engages on the arcuate surface forming an annular line bearing contact between the adapter member and the fixed member to permit adjustment of a reflective mirror element in the housing. The adjustable support may comprise a handset with adjustable support, a remotely manual adjustable support, or an electrically actuated electrical adjustable support.

Abstract: Unitarily molded plastic or rubbery connector spacers for use in arranging and flexibly interconnecting sections of decorative light strings into light display patterns, each connector spacer having at least two end members joined by a spacer strand of predetermined length, with each end connector being releasably attachable to the socket portion of a bulb and socket assembly or to the electrical conductors attached to the bulb and socket assembly, thereby limiting the maximum separation between interconnected sections of one or more decorative light strings.

Abstract: The present invention discloses in certain aspects a gutter system for connection to a structure, the structure having a top, the gutter system for receiving water flowing from the top of the structure, the gutter system having a hollow body member having a length, the hollow body member having a rear member having an upper end and a lower end, at least one step member projecting out and away from the rear member, the at least one step member extending along the length of the hollow body member, the at least one step member having an outer edge and a top surface, a front side connected at a top thereof to the outer edge of the at least one step member and at a bottom thereof to the lower end of the rear member, at least one drain hole through the front side for exit of water from within the hollow body member, and a plurality of fluid flow slots through the hollow body to permit fluid to flow into the hollow body at a lower end of the at least one step member.

Abstract: A mirror attachment for attachment to a rearview mirror of a vehicle to enhance a user's view behind the user. The mirror attachment includes a mirror member with front and back faces. The back face of the mirror member has a light reflecting mirrored surface. A pair of shafts are provided each having a pair of opposite ends. A first of the ends of a first of the shafts is pivotally coupled to the front face of the mirror member. A second of the ends of the first shaft is pivotally coupled to a first of the ends of a second of the shafts. A clamp member is provided having a pair of arms. A second of the ends of the second shaft is pivotally coupled to the clamp member.

Abstract: A rear view mirror assembly comprising a bracket adapted to be mounted on a vehicle body, and a case, in which a reflective member is pivotally mounted. A lead screw is mounted in the bracket. A pair of arms projecting laterally from the reflective member beyond the periphery thereof and have ridge formations which engage with the lead screw so that rotation of the lead screw causes angular movement of the reflective member.

Abstract: An elongate gutter cover adapted to be positioned over the open trough of a conventional rain gutter. The gutter cover is configured to deflect leaves and other debris away from the gutter. The rain water, however, follows the contour of the gutter cover into the gutter itself. The gutter cover is made from materials that are substantially entirely deformation reversible between two extreme configurations. Starting with the configuration desired in service, the gutter cover is flattened to permit coiling in a longitudinal dimension. Upon being uncoiled, the gutter cover resumes the operative configuration in which it is used. In some embodiments, the gutter cover may comprise several plastic materials that have been coformed to provide the desired characteristics. The invention provides a novel method of installing a gutter cover system with less labor and skill than has typically been required in the prior art.

Abstract: The present invention provides a simple two position mounting and installation system for eavestroughing. The system is designed to provide a spring retention system using the flexibility and rigidilty of the components. The system uses a retaining member and or a gutter having spring arms to provide the spring retention system. This system normally provides an over center type securement. The invention is also directed to a two position support arrangement between a facia mounted retainer and a modified gutter.

Abstract: The invention provides a mirror assembly adapted to be mounted on a mirror support. The mirror assembly includes a convex mirror glass and a rear plate having an exterior surface, an interior surface and an aperture, and a seal between the mirror glass and the rear plate. The mirror assembly also includes a pin including a head, a ribbed portion, and having a longitudinal axis. The mirror assembly further includes a ball joint comprising an inner ball portion and an outer ball portion. The inner ball portion includes a first bore extending therethrough and an engagement surface for contacting the interior surface of the rear plate. The first bore is aligned with said the aperture for allowing passage of the pin. The outer ball portion includes a concave engagement surface for contacting the exterior surface of the rear plate and a second bore extending axially through the outer ball portion. The second bore is aligned with the first bore for allowing passage of the pin.

Abstract: A cover arrangement for roof gutters is provided. The cover arrangement includes a plurality of cover segments each of which includes an elongate hinge pin having a mounting plate thereon and pivotal gutter cover segment thereon. Preferred configurations, sizes and overlap patterns for adjacent cover segments are provided. Also an assembly comprising a roof, roof gutter and cover arrangement is provided. Methods of assembly and use are also described.

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 single shell side-view mirror assembly is disclosed which provides improved aerodynamic features and improved vibrational resistance characterized by an aerodynamically domed shell structure, interchangeable mirror elements, an electrically activated vibration dampening element and a static vibration dampening elements. A mirror unit of the mirror assembly is disposed within a shell housing but is coupled directly to and supported by a support member mounting plate such that the mirror unit is substantially rigidly coupled to a support member without being supported by the shell housing.

Abstract: A moisture vent (10) has an elongated back flashing (12), an elongated base side (14) extending from the back flashing, an elongated vent side (18) extending upwardly from the base side, an elongated stucco side (24) extending inwardly from the vent side, a front flashing (32) extending upwardly from the stucco side adjacent the back flashing, and a termite barrier (34) extending outwardly and downwardly from the intersection of the base and the vent sides. Upon installation, the back flashing is mounted to a foundation (6) of a structure (8) with the front flashing in contact with a foam backing (2) of an exterior insulation and finishing system (4) and the stucco side adjacent a bottom face (5) of the exterior insulation and finishing system. To provide air flow, the stucco side has slots (28), and the vent side has vents (22). In one embodiment the slots have fins, and in another embodiment, the vents have louvers. A cap (40) is provided for closing an open end (36) of the moisture vent.

Abstract: A rear view mirror for a motor vehicle comprising a case containing a mounting platform which has a concave part-spherical recess. A reflective member is secured to a mirror carrier which has a hollow projection with a part-spherical outer surface dimensioned to be a sliding fit in the recess a part-spherical inner surface and a diametrically oriented slot. A stem is secured to the mounting platform so as to project from the center of the recess and has a T-shaped crosshead dimensioned to pass through the slot when aligned therewith and to engage with the part-spherical inner surface of the hollow projection when aligned transversely to the slot. A lever on the mounting platform engages with a slot in the mirror carrier to prevent relative angular movement between the mirror carrier and the mounting platform about said stem.

Abstract: A rear view mirror for a motor vehicle comprising a case containing a mounting platform which has a concave part-spherical recess. A reflective member is secured to a mirror carrier which has a hollow projection with a part-spherical outer surface dimensioned to be a sliding fit in the recess a part-spherical inner surface and a diametrically oriented slot. A stem is secured to the mounting platform so as to project from the center of the recess and has a T-shaped crosshead dimensioned to pass through the slot when aligned therewith and to engage with the part-spherical inner surface of the hollow projection when aligned transversely to the slot. A lever on the mounting platform engages with a slot in the mirror carrier to prevent relative angular movement between the mirror carrier and the mounting platform about said stem.