Abstract: Some embodiments include a work table. The work table includes a frame having longitudinally extending opposing side members and a tool guide retention member, multiple support members configured to be removably and lockably coupled to the longitudinally extending opposing side members such that the multiple support members extend between the longitudinally extending opposing side members, and a first tool guide. The tool guide retention member extends along at least a portion of the frame, the multiple support members are configured to support a work piece in a working plane when the multiple support members are coupled to the longitudinally extending opposing side members, the first tool guide is configured to be coupled with the tool guide retention member, and the first tool guide is configured to receive a tool. Other embodiments of related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A flow path member includes a flow path which has an inlet and an outlet in a base made of ceramics, and a low resistance portion whose surface resistance is less than 1×107 ?/sq in at least a part of the flow path.

Abstract: A fixture for assembling a coupling assembly is provided. The fixture includes a base member having a top surface and a bottom surface distal to the top surface. The base member is configured to receive the coupling assembly on the top surface. A plurality of projections extends from the top surface of the base member. Each projection defines a hollow portion configured to receive a bolt head of a corresponding bolt of the plurality of bolts. The hollow portion has a shape complementary to a shape of the bolt head to rotationally restrict the corresponding bolt relative to the opening of the coupling assembly. A support member is mounted on the bottom surface of the base member and configured to position the base member at an elevated position with respect to a working surface.

Abstract: Some embodiments include a system. The system includes a base member configured to be coupled a support structure, a multidirectional arm coupled to the base member, and a track coupled to the multidirectional arm. The track can be configured to receive a tool and can comprise a proximal end and a distal end opposite the proximal end. Other embodiments of related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A cutting board has two opposed longitudinal edges, two opposed transverse edges, a first diagonal edge between the first transverse edge and a first longitudinal edge, a second diagonal edge between the first transverse edge and a second longitudinal edge. The edges define broad upper and lower cutting board surfaces. A permanent magnet is affixed to each of the diagonal edges. Two elongate ferromagnetic fences have first and second legs disposed at right angles. In a dispensing trough position the second leg is engaged by the magnet to hold the second leg tightly against the diagonal edge with the first leg lying flat against the lower broad surface to thereby provide two fence members extending above the cutting surface to guide cut items toward an opening defined by a space between the fence members at a transverse edge. The size of the opening is adjusted by moving the fences.

Abstract: A variety of work stands and support assemblies for supporting workpieces such as pipes, are described. The work stands include a base plate and a welding stand-off or grounding lug, at which an electrical grounding cable can be readily attached.

Abstract: An improved portable work bench includes a beam, legs for supporting the beam, and at least one bracket having first and second surfaces for contacting respective first and second sides of the beam, wherein the second surface is movable between a first position contacting the second side of the beam, and a second position not contacting the second side of the beam. A spring biases the second surface towards the first position.

Abstract: A leverage based cutting board system having a rotatable tower and sliding knife holster is disclosed. Control of the height of the sliding knife holster and unique locking system facilitates cutting of foodstuffs of a variety of shapes and consistencies. The system further provides an advantage of using any traditional knife. It allows rapid switching between traditional cutting and leverage cutting. The system decreases the total scale of force required to cut foodstuffs and constrains the number of untoward knife motions. The tower with its unique property of rotating 180 degree makes it apt to use both the surfaces in a single preparation. The unique texture of the board helps it to grip slippery food items. The sleek and compact design helps keeping the tower intact as it lies horizontally adjacent to the board when not in use.

Abstract: A support stand for movable support of a power tool features the use of rollers to support a tool mount along an elongated track. The track features a cover arrangement disposed over the surfaces on which the rollers move so as to avoid sawdust or other debris from building up on the track and interfering with smooth rolling motion of the tool mount. The stand is assembled in a working position by attaching two stand sections end to end to form the track, and is also configured for arrangement into a collapsed condition in which the stand sections stack one atop the other for space efficient storage and convenient transport.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed towards a kitchen cutting board that is configured to securely, but removably affix a knife to the cutting board when the knife is not being used. The cutting board may include several cutting surfaces, a shelf that has at least one wall that abuts at least one of the cutting surfaces. A plurality of magnets are disposed within at least one wall and arranged to magnetically affix a ferrous utensil, such as a knife blade, to the wall.

Abstract: A system for simultaneously treating multiple workpieces is configured with sites, configured to hold respective workpieces, affixed on a rotatable base. Each site has a shelf accommodating an interior space and may be positioned by base rotation in alignment with a station of fixed location. Each station is equipped with an active component. The active components are movable simultaneously within respective stations into the respective interior spaces of respective aligned sites.

Abstract: PUPS is a portable stable folding cutting station that is designed for use with a variety of saws. You can make straight and mitered cuts with the guided rails that rotate on a fixed base plate.

Abstract: A work table having removably attachable support members extending between opposing frame members and a tool guide retention member extending along at least a portion of the frame. The work table may be collapsible. The tool guide retention member may be defined by a channel extending along at least a portion of the frame member. In turn, tool guides may be attached to the frame using the tool guide retention member. As such, various guides for various operations to be performed on a work piece may be provided. The work piece may be indexed using indexing members or may be clamplingly engaged to the work table.

Abstract: A micro-adjustable parallel bench vise includes a slide holder having a top dovetail rail, a vise body having a bottom dovetail groove coupled to the dovetail rail of the slide holder and holding a fixed jaw member, a screw holder slidably mounted in the top side of the vise body, a screw rod threaded into the screw holder and rotatable to move the screw holder relative to the vise body. When multiple vise bodies are mounted on the slide holder in parallel, they are micro-adjustable to hold a workpiece or multiple workpieces precisely in position.

Abstract: An apparatus for mounting planar components onto a pad for a seat is disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (2), in a plant for coating pistons, for holding a piston (1) of an internal combustion engine, comprising an aligning piece (7), which is arranged on a surface (3) of the device (2) in the direction of the axis (17) of the piston (1) in an elastically flexible manner and which comprises two opposing surfaces resting on the inner surface of the gudgeon pin boss (18) of the piston (1) conically tapering in the direction of the piston crown. A simple construction of the piston holder which permits a fault-free and even coating of the piston which can be rapidly and simply fixed to the piston is achieved.

Abstract: The positioning device can position a spherical object. This object is placed and held by gravity on three points of support (P, P?, P?) of the positioning device. The center of gravity of the object in any position is within the triangle formed by the three points of support. The positioning device includes means for driving the object in rotation. The drive means includes a drive member including wheel whose contact with the external surface of the object forms one of the support points (P) of the positioning device. This drive member can impose a rotation on the object, via the wheel, in all directions. The other two points of support (P?, P?) are made using two ball and socket joints, wherein the ball is held on an air cushion in a housing of the ball and socket joint.

Abstract: The invention relates to a worktable apparatus employing primary and secondary worktop members (1, 2) whereby the secondary worktop members (2) are pivotable between a first position in which they are co-planar with the primary worktop surface (1), and a second position in which they are operable to releasably hold a workpiece or other item in a plane above the primary worktop surface (1) (see FIGS. 7-10). When in the first position, the respective worktop members (1, 2) present an enlarged planar surface area for supporting larger workpieces (see dashed lines in FIG. 7). When in the second position, the spacing between the respective worktop members (1, 2) is sufficient to allow the secondary worktop member (2) to be moved over items placed on the primary worktop surface (1) and therefore its clamping or holding functions are unimpeded.

Abstract: A leverage based cutting board system having a rotatable tower and sliding knife holster is disclosed. Control of the height of the sliding knife holster and unique locking system facilitates cutting of foodstuffs of a variety of shapes and consistencies. The system further provides an advantage of using any traditional knife. It allows rapid switching between traditional cutting and leverage cutting. The system decreases the total scale of force required to cut foodstuffs and constrains the number of untoward knife motions. The tower with its unique property of rotating 180 degree makes it apt to use both the surfaces in a single preparation. The unique texture of the board helps it to grip slippery food items. The sleek and compact design helps keeping the tower intact as it lies horizontally adjacent to the board when not in use.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for receiving a cylindrical workpiece and centering that workpiece on a central axis of an elongated support frame. An overhanging machine slides along parallel rails spaced equidistantly from the central axis and enables a machine bit aligned with the central axis to contact the cylindrical workpiece at points located precisely along its apex. Because the machine is moveable relative to the stationary workpiece, the apparatus eliminates a need complex fixturing and increases throughput while enabling repeated accurate alignment of a moving machine bit with the apex of the cylindrical workpiece centered on and lying along the central axis.

Abstract: A corralling utensil with associated cutting board (10). The corralling utensil (40) quickly, easily and accurately gathers and moves food or other items around and off the cutting board (20) to another location, and may be used separately from the cutting board (20) on other surfaces such as tables, counters, butcher blocks and chopping mats. The corralling utensil (40) may be rotated and/or change shape to facilitate better focusing of cut food into small containers. The corralling utensil (40) may be removably stored in, on, or to a designated area of the associated cutting board (20) for convenient storage and use.

Abstract: A positioning assembly for a composite structure is disclosed. An illustrative embodiment of the positioning assembly includes at least one vertical carriage support, at least one vertical carriage carried by the at least one vertical carriage support, at least one vertical motor drivingly engaging the at least one vertical carriage, a transverse carriage support carried by the at least one vertical carriage, a riser block carried by the transverse carriage support and at least one horizontal motor drivingly engaging the riser block.

Abstract: A magnetic turntable system is described and shown.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (2), in a plant for coating pistons, for holding a piston (1) of an internal combustion engine, comprising an aligning piece (7), which is arranged on a surface (3) of the device (2) in the direction of the axis (17) of the piston (1) in an elastically flexible manner and which comprises two opposing surfaces resting on the inner surface of the gudgeon pin boss (18) of the piston (1) conically tapering in the direction of the piston crown. A simple construction of the piston holder which permits a fault-free and even coating of the piston which can be rapidly and simply fixed to the piston is achieved.

Abstract: A wire bonder (900) with a rigid pedestal (902) having resilient inserts (920). A package (904) placed on the pedestal (902) contains an electrical device (906). The bond pads on the electrical device (906) are electrically connected to bond pads on the package (904) by a series of bond wires (908) through use of a well know bonding process. A vacuum source holds the package (904) against the pedestal (902) deforming the resilient strips (920) located in the rigid member (902) of the pedestal and ensuring good contact between the ground pads of the package (904) and conductive resilient members (920). The resilient members (920) are conductive and electrically connect the package grounds to a system ground (922).

Abstract: The invention relates to a multipart cutting board, comprising at least one whetting device for cutting tools, especially kitchen knives, with at least a first part of the cutting board being connected through the whetting device with at least a second part of the cutting board.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes, among other things, an ambidextrous shuttle spoon.

Abstract: Provided is a cutting board apparatus comprising a catch pan and a cutting platform. The catch pan includes a substantially planar upper surface enclosed by a retaining member. The catch pan further includes a base member on an underside of the catch pan stabilizing the catch pan against cutting forces. The cutting platform includes a substantially planar cutting surface elevated from the catch pan by a support member extending away from the face of the planar cutting surface, wherein the cutting platform is positioned on the catch pan to form a discard channel between the catch pan retaining member and the cutting surface's outer boundary, and further, wherein the cutting platform and the catch pan are rotatably attached to each other about an axis. Also provided is a corresponding method of cutting an item utilizing a cutting board apparatus.

Abstract: A universal fixture is provided for securing a portable power tool, such as a belt sander. The fixture has a housing with a plurality of sidewalls, and a plurality of retainers extending from the sidewalls for securing the power tool, wherein the sidewalls and retainers are adjustable to accommodate power tools of differing shapes and sizes. Further, the universal fixture is adjustable to mount the power tool in differing positions for optimal use.

Abstract: A pad for holding a blank, which is used to work an edge portion of a plate material with a die assembly having a lower die and an upper die. The pad comprising a primary pad for holding the plate material on the lower die, a subsidiary pad that outwardly protrudes from an edge portion of the primary pad and pushes the vicinity of the edge portion of the plate material, and a pushing device for pushing the subsidiary pad toward the lower die.

Abstract: An implement for supporting foodstuff and allowing food preparation operations to be performed thereon. The implement includes a body having a substantially planar working surface. The working surface includes a main area and at least one substantially coplanar auxiliary area. The auxiliary area has at least a protruding portion thereof protruding integrally and outwardly from the main area. The auxiliary area has a geometrical configuration distinct from that of the main area so as to facilitate visual identification thereof and visual differentiation thereof from the main area. The main and auxiliary areas are adapted to improve the cognitive ergonomicity of the implement by facilitating the delimitation of distinct coplanar and adjacent working areas for performing corresponding distinct food preparation operations. The implement includes a discharge aperture extending therethrough and a plurality of adaptors connectable thereto for performing various culinary operations.

Abstract: Method and apparatus of back riveting construction for sections of aircraft structure utilizing the flush riveting wherein the back bar tooling for all the rivets in the entire section is a single piece of stationary tooling which conforms to the exterior shape of the aircraft section. The rivet gun is a single impact pneumatic gun with a rivet driving hammer which is offset from the axis of the gun's piston and impact pin to upset rivet under C-channel flanges.

Abstract: A wire bonder (900) with a rigid pedestal (902) having resilient inserts (920). A package (904) placed on the pedestal (902) contains an electrical device (906). The bond pads on the electrical device (906) are electrically connected to bond pads on the package (904) by a series of bond wires (908) through use of a well know bonding process. A vacuum source holds the package (904) against the pedestal (902) deforming the resilient strips (920) located in the rigid member (902) of the pedestal and ensuring good contact between the ground pads of the package (904) and conductive resilient members (920). The resilient members (920) are conductive and electrically connect the package grounds to a system ground (922).

Abstract: A work table includes a workpiece-supporting box having a bottom plate formed with an outlet port connected to a suctioning device, and a peripheral wall. Left and right guide plates extend inclinedly and downwardly from the peripheral wall toward the outlet port, and have opposing end walls distal from the peripheral wall. A distributor member is disposed between the end walls, and cooperates with the bottom plate to confine a lower chamber in fluid communication with the outlet port, and further cooperates with the guide plates and the peripheral wall to confine an upper chamber. A working panel is mounted on the peripheral wall, and is formed with apertures for access to the upper chamber.

Abstract: A work table with a portable table saw support including a table portion comprised of a pair of elongated horizontal segments positioned in a spaced and parallel orientation. The horizontal segments each include a central section and opposed end sections. The table portion includes a table top secured between the central sections of the horizontal segments whereby empty space exists between corresponding opposed end sections of the horizontal segments. The table portion includes a pair of inverted generally U-shaped legs foldably secured to the table top for elevating the table portion when in an extended orientation. The legs fold against the table top in a closed orientation. The opposed end sections allow a portable table saw to be placed therebetween for elevated use.

Abstract: A grossing board for preparing gross tissue samples having relatively uniform thickness features one or more tissue-receiving depressions and one or more knife-guiding members. The bottom surface of a tissue-receiving depression is essentially parallel to the upper, cutting surface of the grossing board, and the knife-guiding members are configured to guide the pathologist's knife so as to ensure cuts that are parallel to the bottom surface of the tissue-receiving depression, thereby yielding gross tissue samples of desired reproducible, uniform thickness.

Abstract: A work holder for internal combustion engine heads in which an upper platen is adapted to be fixedly retained vis-a-vis an underlying platen so that an operator can contact the head operatively coupled to the upper platen for work thereon for crack repair.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method and apparatus for mounting, securing or connecting a power tool with respect to a work surface. Apparatus is disclosed in the form of a frame member with cross-rails which may be mounted to a work surface such as a table top or portable work bench. Means to mount a power tool to the apparatus are disclosed, as are means to mount a cross bar to the cross-rails.

Abstract: A bread loaf retainer and slicing knife guide comprising a horizontal support surface and a surrounding vertical rim, the support surface having a plurality of spaced, upwardly projecting, bread loaf penetrating protrusions to retain the end of a loaf of bread in fixed position on the support surface, the vertical rim extending above the support surface a specific amount substantially equal to the desired bread slice thickness, and having an upper edge forming a coplanar guide for engagement by a bread knife in continuous contact therewith to cut a slice of uniform thickness. In one embodiment, a ring telescopically interfits with the rim and has a height greater than the rim to extend above the rim, and has an upper edge forming a guide surface for the bread knife to allow slicing of a bread slice to a uniform thickness.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for positioning a wing panel or other member for riveting or conducting other operations thereon. The member is loaded at floor level on a plurality of hydraulic cylinders spaced over the length thereof and raised to a position for conducting the operations thereon. The hydraulic fluid flow to and from the hydraulic cylinders is controlled to synchronize the movements of the cylinder piston rods so that each of the piston rods bears its share of the load throughout raising and lowering of the member. The cylinders are also individually operated to accommodate passage of riveting machine heads or other tooling relative to the member.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is disclosed for ejecting workpieces from machines, especially lidded containers from lid seamers, that have a forming station including a chuck element and a forming roller and that have a positioning mechanism that advances to move the workpiece into engagement with the forming station. The apparatus and method utilize a resilient element to exert an ejecting force. The resilient element is disposed on the chuck element in a manner so that engagement of the workpiece operates to compress, either by compression or deflection, the resilient element so that it exerts a restorative force that ejects the workpiece. Where a lid seamer is sued with a pull opener (e.g., pop top) lid, the contact with the resilient member occurs a location spaced from the opener and its connecting elements. The resilient element is preferably cup-shaped having a central panel and a longitudinally and radially outwardly projecting lip.

Abstract: The invention is embodied in a tooling jig system, which includes an alignment frame having plural fiducial fastening devices at spaced locations thereon and a conveyor guide extending along a length of the alignment frame a magazine adjacent the alignment frame, including a magazine conveyor guide in alignment with the conveyor guide of the alignment frame, a conveyor frame including guide apparatus for confining movement of the conveyor frame along a line of travel coincident with the conveyor guides of the magazine and alignment frames during travel of the conveyor frame from the magazine to the alignment frame, plural fiducial fastening devices at spaced locations on the conveyor frame, and apparatus for moving the conveyor frame from a starting location in the magazine to an end-of-travel location in the alignment frame.

Abstract: A positioning fixture which allows two or more parts to be positioned in proper spatial relationship to one another and then allows the parts which are clamped together to be repositioned while maintaining the spatial relationship between the parts. The positioning fixture has a flat working surface which is compatible with a variety of standard and custom clamping mechanisms for holding and positioning the parts to be welded. The working surface with the parts clamped to it is tiltable to a wide range of working positions. The tilting feature is provided by mounting the working surface on a locking ball joint which is operated by a foot pedal through a mechanical or pneumatic mechanism. The locking ball joint also provides electrical isolation between the work surface and the base of the positioning fixture which is important when using electrical welding methods.

Abstract: A device for supporting slabs during the phases of punching and in general operations of plastic deformation has a plurality of jacks (6) placed under the slab in a position corresponding to at least a substantial portion of the surface of the slab during all the operations being carried out on the slab. These jacks are normally placed in contact with the lower surface of the slab and are capable of lowering for the purpose of avoiding interference with the portions of the slabs which have already been plastically deformed.

Abstract: According to the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a method for forming radius corners from bulkstock is disclosed. The method comprises the step of disposing the bulkstock in a first fixture for securing said bulkstock. A first general radial exterior surface is then formed. The bulkstock is then disposed in a second fixture for securing the bulkstock. Finally, a second generally radial posterior surface is formed on the bulkstock. Additional fixtures which are disclosed wherein may also be used.

Abstract: According to the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a method for forming radius corners from bulkstock is disclosed. The method comprises the step of disposing the bulkstock in a first fixture for securing said bulkstock. A first general radial exterior surface is then formed. The bulkstock is then disposed in a second fixture for securing the bulkstock. Finally, a second generally radial posterior surface is formed on the bulkstock. Additional fixtures which are disclosed herein may also be used.

Abstract: According to the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a method for forming radius corners from bulkstock is disclosed. The method comprises the step of disposing the bulkstock in a first fixture for securing said bulkstock. A first general radial exterior surface is then formed. The bulkstock is then disposed in a second fixture for securing the bulkstock. Finally, a second generally radial posterior surface is formed on the bulkstock. Additional fixtures which are disclosed herein may also be used.

Abstract: An elongated in-the-field relatively long workpiece supporting frame provided with a wood working tool is formed by a pair of upright end frames, horizontally supporting a pair of tracks therebetween.The tracks in turn support a carriage movable along the tracks toward or away from either of the end frames.A workpiece extending between the work frames is supported by horizontal panel members on the frames while the workpiece lies on the work table of the wood working tool.

Abstract: A modelmaker's miter jig has a work support surface and includes, in one aspect, a recessed rule slideable in a channel formed in the work support surface, and a stop member mounted on the rule and protruding above the support surface. A lock secures the rule and stop so as to register a workpiece in a desired relation to a saw guide. In another aspect, the jig includes a base member dependent from the work surface and having a clamp-engaging face for receiving a clamp to removably mount the jig on a table top. A preferred embodiment is formed as an extrusion.

Abstract: An assembly for the production of covers, or toppers, for the truck beds of various sizes and makes of pick-up trucks comprising a preformed shell which serves as a base or body portion for the finished cover, and a support member for the preformed shell which provides means for trimming the shell to a predetermined length and enables the shell to be maintained in a fixed position during fabrication of the completed cover. The preformed shell has an initial length greater than that of the finished cover, and, together with the support member, provides a simple, effective and efficient means for making covers for at least eleven different models and makes of pick-up trucks.