Abstract: An improved clamping mechanism is used to mount a transducer (11) on a motor housing (12). The motor housing has an inclined surface (18). The clamp (13) has one portion (32) engaging the inclined housing surface, and has another portion (30) engaging the transducer. A fastener (33) is used to move the clamp relative to the motor housing. The radial force exerted by the clamp on the transducer is greater than the axial force exerted by the clamp on the transducer.

Abstract: A swivel housing (22) at the lower end of a davit (10) is introduced into an open side of a socket (20). The socket (20) is mobile and it includes hook members (136, 140) at its lower end which fit through openings (60, 62) in a base member (18) which is incorporated into a rooftop (12). The socket (20) is then slid sideways to place the hook members (136, 140) below hook engaging portions (90, 94 or 92, 96) of a top wall (56) of the base member (18). Then, a filler member (146) is inserted into a portion of the opening (60, 62) which is vacated by the sideways shifting of the socket (20), to block unwanted sideways shifting of the socket (20) in opposite direction. The swivel housing (22) at the lower end of the davit (10) is inserted into the open side of the socket (20) while the davit is in a horizontal position. Then, a pivot pin (188) is inserted and the davit (10) is swung upwardly about the pivot pin (188). Then, a lock pin (196) is inserted to lock the davit (10) in an upright position.

Abstract: A quick release clamp for securing components having a recessed base to a support having spaced internally threaded bores, said clamp having a body portion, a head portion at the top thereof and an outwardly extending lip adjacent the bottom of said clamp for engaging the component recess. A central bore in the body and head portion carries a resilient insert which is slidable therein. An elongated screw is threaded through the insert and receivable in one of the internally threaded bores. Rotation of the clamp as the screw member is threaded into the support brings the lip into locking contact with the component recess and a cammed surface on the bottom of the body into frictional contact with the component. A second cam substantially similar in shape and orientation to the bottom cam is formed on the top of the head and serves to aid in the accurate positioning of the bottom cam.

Abstract: Molded case circuit breakers having rear mounted line connectors are provided with retainer clips and plates to prevent easy removal of the breakers from electric panel box load stab connectors. The breakers can be removed for replacement however, without disassembling the entire electrical panel box.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for securing conventional and small-wheel, carriage-type wheelchairs comprising an interconnected structure which in a single motion can simultaneously be released and/or engaged by exerting force on an interconnecting member, the apparatus including a handle locking mechanism attached to one end of the interconnecting member and a wheel locking mechanism attached to an actuating mechanism attached to the other end of the interconnecting member.

Abstract: A retractable apparatus for holding garbage or refuse cans in an erect position includes a hollow casing implanted in the ground, a telescoping support column contained in the casing, and a head fixture attached to the support column for receiving and securing blade extensions attached to refuse cans. The casing is buried so that its upper end is substantially flush with ground level. The support column is retracted, when not in use, to a storage position contained within the hollow casing, by collapsing a number of telescopically interconnected elements which make up the support column. A recess is provided at the top of the inner surface of the hollow casing to receive and contain the head fixture in a position substantially flush with ground level. To secure refuse cans in an upright position, the support column is telescopically extended to an above-ground position. Blade extensions attached to the refuse cans are then inserted into receiving slots in the now-elevated head fixture.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a vehicle having an open-topped cargo carrying compartment with first and second side walls which includes first and second elongated side rails attached to the side walls, respectively, and first and second connectors mounted on the first and second side rails, respectively, for movement along the associated side rail. The connectors can be locked in position along their associated side rails. First and second retainers are coupled to the first and second connectors, respectively, for movement with the connectors and the retainers are adapted to extend into the cargo-carrying compartment. Each of the retainers can retain one side of a divider in position within the cargo-carrying compartment.

Abstract: A bolt for use in anchor devices in which a flat-sided head portion of the bolt is selectively received and held against rotation in a flat-sided opening of the anchor device, with the head portion of the bolt being outwardly flared with respect to the axis of the bolt to cause essentially planar contact between the bolt head portion and the opening, and with the bolt being hollow throughout its longitudinal extent.

Abstract: A means for mounting a motor to a transmission is provided by forming a plurality of pilot studs on the motor housing to engage in resilient bushings in a mounting plate connected to the transmission, and providing tension arms to removably secure the motor to the transmission.

Abstract: A garbage can and lid holder made up of a ground inserted post and a weight telescopically received on the port and a lever swingably mounted on the weight approximately at the lever's midpoint. Can lid engaging members are attached to the lever adjacent each end to rest on the lid of the garbage can. One garbage can can be located on each side of the post.

Abstract: A gas fired barbecue grill includes a base to which are attached a pair of positioning and support brackets for the lower ring of a propane gas tank. A vertical support post for the grill body rising from the base carries a two part adjustable stabilizing bracket which engages an upper ring of the gas tank to hold it in proper fixed relationship to the support post.

Abstract: A locking spring clip is disclosed for lockingly securing mating electrical connector members together. The subject clip includes a resilient latching member and a further locking member acting in cooperation therewith.

Abstract: A security nut and hook assembly compatible with pipe-type car top carriers in order to prevent inadvertent and unauthorized removal of a payload from such a carrier includes a hook-forming element arranged for engaging a rail of the car top carrier. A clamp engages with the hook-forming member for securing a payload to the rail of the carrier, with a retainer attachable to the hook-forming member and the clamp for biasing the clamp against the rail of the carrier while simultaneously retaining the entire assembly on the carrier rail.

Abstract: A cabinet having an opening in the bottom thereof through which electrical conductors are extendible from a street light base, the cabinet having a cover detachably secured thereto which is lockable in place. The cabinet is secured over the base of the street light which are of various shapes and sizes by bolts extending upwardly from the base through a plurality of clamp bars. The clamp bars are adapted to adjustably fit over the existing bolts of the street light base and extend over a lip formed in the bottom of the cabinet to secure same to the base over the wires. The wires are connected together and a cover is locked in place over the wires to prevent shock from the electrical current.

Abstract: A base which can be attached to a wall adjacent to a tub holds a flat spring secured to the base, the distal end of which flat spring holds an end of a shower curtain firmly against the wall in order that dripping and splashing may be prevented as a result of the use of the shower. The flat spring has an arcuate tab on the underside of the distal end of the spring and a handle on the exterior side of the distal end of the spring in order that the spring may be manually lifted away from an engaged shower curtain to release the shower curtain from the wall as desired. A circular ring in the cap fixed to the proximal end of the spring engages a circular channel in the base to secure the cap, spring and base together with a pin in the cap passing through a hole in the proximal end of the spring and to engage a shaftway in the base to secure the spring, cap and base in engagement.

Abstract: A trailer for attachment to a towing vehicle while supporting in locked engagement elongated apparatus such as a harvesting machine elevator having flanged members extending along each side thereof. Rigid frame means are supported on a pair of wheels at one end and provided with a tongue which may be telescopingly retracted to reduce the length of the trailer for loading into and transport upon another vehicle. A pair of support members, upon which the flanged portions of the transported apparatus rest, extend laterally across the front and rear of the frame means. Two pairs of locking members are provided, one member of each pair being disposed at each end of the two support members. The locking members are rotatable to position a fixed lug above the upper surface of the associated support member thereby firmly securing the flanged member of the transported apparatus between the support member and lug.

Abstract: A vertically positioned post detachably affixed to a step ladder has a slotted clamp adjustably positioned thereon for holding the bail of a bucket on the step ladder or alternately engaging the rim of the bucket. The upper end of the post forms a safety handle.

Abstract: A coupling device for coupling together heavy cargo pipes or the like which includes releasable plunger locking means to prevent rotation of a cam element in a locked condition and permit rotation in an unlocked condition. A liquid exit is also provided to prevent liquid accumulation and freezing together of relatively movable locking parts.

Abstract: A security device for locking or securing building material in a bundle to deter potential thieves is disclosed. The lock includes a pair of clamping elements which are adapted to be positioned at either side of a stack or bundle of material. Each of the clamping elements includes a base plate and an oppositely disposed clamping plate mounted on a shaft. The clamping plate may be vertically moved along the shaft so that the bundle is compressed between the base and clamping plate. Projections or teeth are provided on the base and clamping plate to grip the surface of the upper and lower sheet of material in the bundle. The clamping plate is lockable in any desired position once it is set. The chain or retaining cable may be extended through rings provided on the clamping plate between the oppositely positioned clamping elements to further discourage unauthorized removal of the clamping elements.

Abstract: A quick acting coupling for coupling together heavy cargo pipes which includes releasable locking means to permit rotation of a cam element in one direction and prevent rotation in an opposite direction, and upon release of this locking means to permit rotation in the opposite direction.

Abstract: A clamping device for securing a workpiece such as an electronic package to a support such as a heat sink. A curved slot is machined around a central opening in the body of a configurated flat metal clamp having an extending lip which contacts the edge of the workpiece. The central opening in the clamp body receives a hold down screw member which threadably engages the support. When the hold down screw is fully tightened against the support with the extending lip over the workpiece, the known clamping force predetermined by the thickness and configuration of the clamp body is applied. The need for a torque wrench and specific fastener torque values to prevent possible distortion of the surface of the heat sink is eliminated.