Abstract: A humidor for more than one tobacco product, such as a cigar, includes a storage portion defining a tobacco storage area for storing the cigars end-to-end and a sealing portion for sealing the cigars within the storage portion. The sealing portion can include a liquid reservoir for moistening a wick to keep the cigars moist. The humidor can be configured as a golf club, wherein the shaft of the club corresponds to the storage portion and the head of the club corresponds to the sealing portion.

Abstract: A modular air-cleaning apparatus for the treatment of contaminated air. The apparatus includes a plurality of modular units cooperatively interconnected, wherein the plurality of units includes at least one separator unit functioning on non-collisional principles and at least one filtration unit functioning on collisional principles. Each modular unit is constructed of a durable and machinable material that is capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions of use and is formed in a rectangular shape around four corner posts. Each post possesses at least one exposed, outwardly-facing surface with a side margin parallel to a long dimension of the post. The posts aid both in establishing and maintaining a mechanical connection between the unit and another of the modular units with which it is in operable connection, and in enhancing structural and mechanical characteristics of the unit.

Abstract: The container (1) is divided interiorly into an upper chamber (3) receiving a reservoir (9) for refrigerant product, typically dry ice, and a lower chamber (4) receiving the load, by a thermal shield (6) from the edges of which extend into the lower chamber (4) a flexible baffle structure (12) guiding the circulation of cold gas between the upper chamber (3) and gas passages along the walls of the lower chamber (4) defined by vertical (10) and horizontal (11) strips. The container is especially useful for the transport of fresh or frozen products.

Abstract: A humidity measurement process and humidity measurement scale are derived from the physics of relative humidity. Absolute moisture content is determined independent of any measurement or knowledge of the source temperature. The humidity measurement is equivalent to the volumetric fraction of water vapor in the measured gas mixture, expressed as a percentage in a fixed range from 0 to 100%. The operating principles of the measurement process and measurement scale are described for use with an instrument suitable for humidity measurements in process ovens, product dryers, exhaust stacks, and similar environments operating at temperatures to 1250.degree. F. and near atmospheric pressure. The instrument is a point-source sampling system. A continuous sample of process air is induced to flow through the instrument for humidity measurement.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and circuitry for controlling a laser diode. To compensate for the temperature-dependent drop in the light intensity produced by the laser diode, the laser diode is controlled by a voltage generator with an adjustable internal resistance. A rise in the driver current of the laser diode as the temperature rises is set by the adjustable internal resistance in such a way that the rise in the light intensity produced determined by the rise in the driver current compensates for the temperature-dependent fall in the light intensity.

Abstract: An apparatus is set forth including a housing defined by a lower storage housing that includes a left, air-tight sealed cabinet for containing fuel therein. The lower housing further includes a divider wall and a further divider wall to separate the lower housing into a plurality of storage compartments, with spaced spring clip members for storage of signal flares. A rearwardly and longitudinally mounted rod is fixedly secured to a rear wall of the housing, including tether lines to secure the rod and associated housing to securement rings mounted to a support floor of a typical automotive trunk and the like.

Abstract: A charcoal filter system for a trash comparator includes a charcoal filter snap-fit to a first face of a mounting cover and a fan snap-fit to a second, opposite face of a mounting cover. The filter system is mounted in an opening formed on a front wall of a frame of the trash compactor without requiring the use of tools. A cabinet having a front wall with an opening aligned with the opening in the frame for the filter system includes a faceplate diverter snap-fit therein to direct air to the filter system from a trash receptacle mounted in openings in the frame and cabinet below the filter system.

Abstract: A jewelry display device for positioning in either freestanding condition or against a wall comprising an upright enclosure including top and bottom covers and at least two display walls having recessed shelving for supporting items of jewelry in an ornamental display. Steam cleaning apparatus is coupled at an exterior face of one of the display walls to encourage customer involvement and promotions. The device may also be complemented with a jewelry polishing wheel, safe storage compartments and various promotional features such as video display components.

Abstract: A portable cleaning device for automotive parts. The device contains an asbestos residue compartment and an extendable/retractable catch basin for movement to the desired distance from the work piece. A transparent shield separates the user from the work piece, the shield has corner magnets at one end for attachment to the car wheel well. A hand held cleaning implement, out of which a cleaning fluid is pumped at low pressure, is used to clean the work piece. Magnets centrally located on the shield may be used to secure the shield to the catch basin.

Abstract: An adsorbent cartridge having an elongated hollow cylindrical body member fabricated of polyethylene, polyester or polypropylene, spun-bonded polyolefin membranes closing the open ends of the body member, adsorbent within the body member, raised splines or ribs extending longitudinally on the outer surface of the body member for causing the cartridge to have a different feel than a medicinal capsule with which it may be packaged, and circumferentially extending integrally molded bands at opposite ends of the body member for reinforcing the body member against radial deflection which could result in separation of the membranes therefrom.

Abstract: An adsorbent cartridge having an elongated hollow cylindrical body member fabricated of polyethylene, polyester or polypropylene, spun-bonded polyolefin membranes closing the open ends of the body member, adsorbent within the body member, and raised splines or ribs extending longitudinally on the outer surface of the body member for causing the cartridge to have a different feel than a medicinal capsule with which it may be packaged.

Abstract: A package of moisture-controlled glass articles includes a sealed container. A plurality of glass articles is inside the sealed container in surface-to-surface contact with each other. Moisture is prevented from entering the sealed container and there is a mechanism for removing moisture, which preexits inside the container at the time of sealing, at a controllable rate.

Abstract: A portable, self-enclosed reed case that maintains the environment most conducive to woodwind reed maintenance. The reed case comprises a main enclosure that is divided by an aerated partition into a reed chamber and a hygrostat chamber, a reed slide adapted to receive and releasably secure a plurality of reeds, and a hygrostat container adapted to receive a hygrostat that maintains a constant relative humidity. The reed slide and hygrostat container, when assembled into the reed chamber and hygrostat chamber, respectively, form an interaction unit that maintains the reeds in a "ready-to-play" state.

Abstract: A refrigerated display case with front, top and side panels of multi-windowpane construction. Each panel is designed to provide high visibility of the merchandise on display. The panels are easily connected together. Thus, the manufacturing cost of the display case is significantly reduced.

Abstract: A transaction processing enclosure for housing of electronic data processing equipment and the like, comprising a frame rack assembly formed of hollow conduit support members, arranged at spaced intervals to provide a unitary support structure adapted to receive and store electronic data processing equipment and the like; the hollow support members being interconnected to permit distribution of a fluid thereto with emission therefrom along the course of the hollow support members into the enclosure in combination with a turntable mounted to support the frame rack assembly and affect rotation thereof within said enclosure.

Abstract: An inflatable structure, includes a base and a barrier attached to the base which is capable of being inflated to a predetermined shape in order to define a chamber. A door in the barrier allows access to the chamber. The base includes a source of gas for inflating the barrier and for circulating within the chamber. The barrier is constructed as a twin-walled structure having inner and outer walls defining an air flow space therebetween. Holes are provided through at least portions of the inner wall to provide a means for circulation of air from the space into the chamber. When not in use, the aerator may be deflated and folded for compact storage and shipment.

Abstract: A forced air convection oven for use by restaurants and delicatessens for cooking ribs and other meat products. Liquid smoke or other liquid flavoring agent is sucked from a container, is atomized and is sprayed into the cooking chamber of the oven to impart a desired flavor to the meat.

Abstract: A module for firmly retaining a tablet-like member to optimize air flow around the member includes a slotted front wall and a rear wall defining an enclosure therebetween. Two vanes projecting from one wall terminate in respective spaced parallel edges which urge the tablet-like member against the edge of a third vane projecting from the opposite wall when the tablet-like member is inserted into the enclosure from an open bottom end. The front wall and a portion of the rear wall are multiply slotted to facilitate air flow around the tablet. Centering members are provided to automatically transversely center the tablet with respect to the vanes when it is inserted into the enclosure. The rear wall of the module extends transversely to define shoulders which slidably engage opposing shoulders in a mounting support forward at the right angle junction of two walls in a container in which the module is disposed.

Abstract: A transaction processing enclosure for housing of electronic data processing equipment and the like, comprising a frame rack assembly formed of hollow conduit support members, arranged at spaced intervals to provide a unitary support structure adapted to receive and store electronic data processing equipment and the like; the hollow support members being interconnected to permit distribution of a fluid thereto with emission therefrom along the course of the hollow support members into the enclosure in combination with a turntable mounted to support the frame rack assembly and affect rotation thereof within said enclosure.

Abstract: An inflatable, inert-gas purged welding chamber assembly ideally suited for use in welding workpieces made of a metal (e.g., titanium), or of an alloy, which is susceptible to atmospheric contamination during welding. The welding chamber of the assembly is defined by a collapsible, reusable, inflatable member (e.g., a polyethylene bag) that is releasably connected to a closeable opening in a wall member. The inflatable member, while in a collapsed condition and while containing the workpieces to be welded and the accessories therefor (e.g., a welding torch, extra tungsten electrodes, and filler wires) on a shelf protruding from the wall member, is purged of air (i.e., the ambient atmosphere) by the use of an inert gas (e.g., argon), thereby inflating the collapsed member and creating an inert gas environment in which the air-contaminable workpieces can be welded without fear of contamination.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a novel system for controlling the climate of one or more of a variety of environments, particularly those in which valuable art objects are housed or displayed. This system contemplates an in situ reconditioning/regeneration method and apparatus whereby the use of two silica-type gels or a single silica-type gel in conjunction with a saturated salt solution located within a control volume effectively controls the relative humidity within the volume housing the valuable object sought to be preserved.

Abstract: A clothes drying structure attachable to the side of a motor home or the like and providing an enclosed area within which wearing apparel may be hung for drying by convective air currents. Heat from the motor home propane gas vent imparts convective movement to the drying air. Panels are suspended from a panel support the latter in turn supported alongside a wall of the living unit. For the sake of convenient stowage, the panels may be pliable and the support structure collapsible in a pivotal manner.

Abstract: A perforated inner container is secured in a main container for sugar, or salt, or spices, etc., referred to as condiments. An absorbent material is placed in the inner container. The absorbent material may be rice, for example, or pieces of crackers, etc. The inner container is provided with perforations small enough to confine the absorbent material, but they admit air to freely flow therethrough. The inner container is removable, for enabling placing the absorbent material therein, or changing it. In one of the forms, also, the inner container is mounted for swinging motion to physically loosen the condiment in the main container.

Abstract: An apparatus and uniformly heating a plurality of hair curlers by passing a current of hot air longitudinally through the hair curler body includes a hollow case having an upper wall forming a support surface in which is formed a central air inlet opening into which the hot air discharge nozzle of a portable electric air heating device is inserted. A plurality of hot air discharge ports are radially centered around the inlet opening and each port is provided with a holding member for supporting a hair curler in the path of hot air discharged from the port. The curler body is provided with an inner element able to accumulate and conserve heat. When the curlers are mounted at the ports on the holding members, hot air blown into the case will pass into the curlers and heat them. Each curler may include a cover for receiving hot air from within the curler and deflecting the hot air to flow in the reverse direction along the outer wall of the curler.

Abstract: A toilet brush and deodorant holder has a base and a child-proof, removable, elongated, upright cylindrical column supported thereon. The column comprises inner and outer concentric walls radially spaced from one another to define an elongated, annular, compartmented passage therebetween. The base contains a vented cavity for holding a deodorant cake. Vapors from the cake flow upwardly through the annular passage to the upper ends of the concentric walls. A cap is removably supported at the upper ends of the walls and has vents in registration with the annular passage. The cap has a central opening for supporting the handle of a toilet brush which is insertable for storage in the cylindrical chamber defined by the inner wall. The brush is supported in spaced relation from the cake by the lower portion of the inner wall which has an aperture to permit drainage of moisture from the brush onto the cake.

Abstract: A tablet containing compacted camphor powder is sealed in a capsule.

Abstract: An article of manufacture comprising a vented container having a desiccant mounted therein for reducing the relative humidity of and gases within the container, the container having at least two electrical contacts positioned therein, one of which is moveable in relation to the other. The desiccant may be positioned within a receptacle having means for permitting contact of the internal container environment with the desiccant. The invention is particularly effective where ambient temperatures rise to above 100 degrees F., thereby regenerating the desiccant. The container may be substantially formed of a desiccant having its external surface coated with an insulating, water impermeable material and having selected portions of its internal surface coated with a material similar to the external coat.

Abstract: The spark ignition distributor cap assembly includes a distributor cap and a base with coupling means for removably securing the cap to the base during use of the ignition cap assembly. Sealing means is operatively associated with the cap and the base to provide a barrier therebetween so as to prevent liquid such as road water splash, or the like, from entering the interior of the cap and stalling the motor vehicle. Detecting means is operatively associated with the cap for indicating by visual means the moisture condition of the air within the cap. The detecting means comprises a chemical compound that changes its color when hydrated or percipitated, and housing means is mounted on the cap for receiving the detecting means therein.

Abstract: A selective spray device for use in a refuse compactor, or the like, arranged to provide selectively onto the refuse a deodorizing spray. The device includes a control for effecting automatically a spray of the refuse as an incident of movement of the receptacle into which the refuse is placed for compaction. A manually operable control permits a manual operation of the spray device when desired at any time. The control may further be arranged to prevent operation of the spray device notwithstanding movement of the receptacle. The spray may be provided as a pressurized fluid in a can having a suitable selectively operable valve. The valve actuator may be held fixed while the can itself is displaced to effect an opening of the valve. The control may include a slidable cam having associated therewith a manually operable handle. The selective opening of the valve may be effected by a lever pivotally mounted adjacent the cam and having a cam follower engaged by the cam.

Abstract: A method for holding food and the like at desired temperature and moisture levels for an extended period of time wherein a holding chamber confines a volume of air about a food disposed therein, an air flow supply produces a stream of heated humidified air that is directed in a curtain-like vortex pattern around the outer perimeter of the inside of the holding chamber to form a core of relatively still, heated moisturized air about the food to transmit heat and moisture thereto without a significant amount of air flow in direct contact with the food. A power control circuit is used to selectively operate a blower motor that circulates the air in a closed air flow system, a heating element that heats the air, a removable food rack motor that rotates the food in the holding chamber and lights that illuminate the food in the holding chamber.

Abstract: This invention is a coated waveguide holder-humdifier which is used to supply moisture in the case of moisture sensitive reactions in order that quantitative results might be obtained with a gradient light analytical detector which will quantitatively measure atmospheric contaminants by comparing changes in light transmission through the coated waveguides before and after exposure. The coated waveguide holder-humidifier comprises a container, a porous material capable of absorbing water and desorbing water vapor mounted within the container, means to hold one or more waveguides within the container, and one or more openings in the container to allow fluid (liquid or gas) sample to contact a waveguide.

Abstract: A system and Hot Cabinet server therefor to condition pre-packaged foods and to maintain them at serving temperature during storage and for customer access. A structural relationship of means is provided in cooperatively related bin type cabinets to combine the inherent principles of convection, conduction and recirculation to maximum advantage and to the end that heat loss is minimized despite the completely open and accessible bin configuration. The cabinets are each a self-sufficient entity when supplied with power such as an electrical plug in, and each is completely mobile while in operation; and being of the same height and width configuration, they are adapted to be quickly assembled in service lines that are readily modified or broken down for storage.

Abstract: A sterilizer for bathroom articles for toothbrushes, dentures, combs, hairbrushes and the like comprises a box having a hinged lid with a mirror on the underside of the lid. A removable foraminous tray is supported above the bottom of the box and the items to be sterilized are placed thereon. A container of volatile disinfectant is disposed beneath the tray, as are also a fan and a plurality of ultra-violet lights. The mirror serves both as a vanity mirror and as a reflector to augment the action of the ultra-violet lights. The lights and the fan are in series so that the fan motor ballasts the lights.