Abstract: A holding device hold a first member in position relative to a second member on a clamping pin. Two racks respectively one connected to the first and second members and adapted to interengage in a locked position. A return spring separates the racks in an unlocked position. An additional spring co-operates with a bracket. The racks, return spring and additional spring are mounted on the clamping pin. The additional spring bears against the bracket and operates on the mobile rack to assure complete interpenetration of the mobile rack and the fixed rack. The main application of the device is to automobile vehicle steering columns.

Abstract: A planing machine includes a carriage locking mechanism disposed above a cutter carriage, which in turn, is connected movably to upstanding posts of a machine base that is disposed below the cutter carriage. The locking mechanism includes a pair of post embracing members, each having elongate plate portion that extends at one side of a respective pair of the posts, and two post embracing portions that are connected to opposite ends of the plate portion and that embrace the respective pair of the posts. The post embracing portions are anchored on the carriage. Two axially aligned tubular sockets are threaded internally in different directions and are mounted on the plate portions of the post embracing members. A regulating rod has opposite end portions that are threaded externally in different directions for threaded engagement with the sockets, respectively.

Abstract: A ball-compression grommet is disclosed which is used for mounting an object, such as an electrical or fiber optic cable, through a panel access hole. The ball-compression grommet allows the object to rotate to a wide variety of desired angles with respect to the panel surface, while maintaining an environmental seal against moisture and other contaminants found in outdoor environments. The ball-compression grommet comprises a spherical object having a passage formed substantially through its center. A threaded sleeve and nut are then used to capture the spherical object therebetween, while allowing rotation in relation to the nut and threaded sleeve. Both the threaded sleeve and the nut have an inside portion which is shaped to fit the contour of the spherical object. The spherical object is free to rotate in relation to the threaded sleeve/nut assembly, while at the same time forming an environmental seal from a compression fitting that results between the spherical object and the threaded sleeve.

Abstract: A portable vehicle fluid drain device is disclosed. The device includes a vertical drain tube which supports a vehicle fluid drain bowl. The drain tube is manually adjusted to an elevated position, latched in place while the vehicle fluid is drained, and unlatched to descend at a rate less than that of free fall due to the use of a friction brake. The friction force imparted by the brake on the drain tube is adjusted by rotating a wing nut on a carriage bolt to squeeze the inner edges of two wishbone arms against the drain tube. A method of using a vehicle fluid drain device with a brake and a self-latching mechanism is disclosed.

Abstract: An armrest for a chair includes an armrest frame formed with an elongated channel with a bottom opening, a hollow mounting seat disposed in the channel, and a shaft extending slidably through the mounting seat along an axis parallel to the armrest frame and having opposite ends secured to the armrest frame. The mounting seat has inner surfaces formed with retaining grooves that are registered with one another. Each of the retaining grooves is defined by a front vertical shoulder and a rear inclined shoulder. The inclined shoulder inclines downwardly and forwardly relative to the vertical shoulder. A locking plate is disposed in the mounting seat, and extends into the retaining grooves. The locking plate is formed with a locking hole between upper and lower sections thereof. The locking hole is slightly larger than cross-section of the shaft to permit extension of the shaft therethrough.

Abstract: An axial and radial locking release collar adapted to be axially received on and to be removably fixed at any selected location along the length of an elongated shaft and radially locked in at least one direction around the shaft. The release collar includes an axially movable sleeve. Moveable balls are cammed into frictional engagement with the shaft. A tension ring includes angled segments removed from the inner surface thereof such that said movable balls are held in the angled segments to prevent radially movement around the shaft. The release collar may also be easily slid onto a threaded shaft and locked into place.

Abstract: A locking device for locking an adjustable steering column in an adjusted position including a lateral clamping element having enlarged heads at opposite ends thereof and a piston and a cylinder between the enlarged heads and a rotatable locking rod for locking or unlocking the steering column arranged axially immovable relative to the steering column and compactly in a space that is little used. The piston and cylinder have overlapping bores parallel to the centerline of the steering column. The locking rod, also parallel to the centerline of the steering column, has an oval-shaped portion protruding through the overlapping bores so that when the long axis of the oval-shaped portion is vertical the clamping element is loose and the steering column is vertically and horizontally adjustable and when the long axis of the oval-shaped portion is horizontal the clamping element is tight and the steering column is vertically and horizontally locked.

Abstract: A bracket and washer combination providing secure holding and positioning of a magnetic sensor, wherein an optimal air gap is automatically set as the washer is brought into a slot of the bracket due to facial interaction therebetween. In one embodiment, the sidewalls of the slot have teeth of predetermined pitch, while the washer has smooth sidewalls. In a second embodiment, the sidewalls of the washer have teeth of a predetermined pitch angle, while the sidewalls of the slot are smooth. The member having toothed sidewalls is formed of a material harder than the member having smooth sidewalls. The washer and slot are dimensioned so that the sidewalls of the washer tightly abut the sidewalls of the slot, wherein the teeth of the toothed sidewalls inscribe corresponding grooves into the smooth sidewalls as the washer is pressed into the slot along a transverse axis.

Abstract: A portable vehicle fluid drain device is disclosed. The device includes a vertical drain tube which supports a vehicle fluid drain bowl. The drain tube is manually adjusted to an elevated position, latched in place while the vehicle fluid is drained, and unlatched to descend at a rate less than that of free fall due to the use of a friction brake. The friction force imparted by the brake on the drain tube is adjusted by rotating a wing nut on a carriage bolt to squeeze the inner edges of two wishbone arms against the drain tube. A method of using a vehicle fluid drain device with a brake and a self-latching mechanism is disclosed.

Abstract: An adjustable massage chair includes a chest support and a seat hingeably mounted to the outer ends of front and rear arcuate arms, respectively, that telescopically extend out the front and rear ends, respectively, of a stationary arcuate arm. A pair of clamps attached to the ends of the stationary arcuate arm lock the front and rear arcuate arms in their selected positions. A face support is hingeably attached to the top edge of the chest support, and is pivotable and movable fore-and-aft relative to the plane of the chest support. An arm support is hingeably attached to the lower side of the chest support, and is also slidably adjustable relative thereto. The face and chest supports are also slidably adjustable together relative to the end of the front arcuate arm. A pair of locking arms attached to the chest support lock it a selected position. A leg support is positioned between the chest support and the stationary arcuate arm. The hinged supports are all independently adjustable in tilt.

Abstract: An ergonomically adjustable tool handle having a dual direction locking device including a modified swivel retaining plate having an external threaded portion and a corresponding modified jam nut which is threaded to receive the external threads of the retaining plate. A retrofit kit incorporating the locking device optionally includes an anchor bolt having a predetermined length for installation on a conventional tool handle.

Abstract: A sleeve for a music stand includes a first part and a second part, each of the two parts has two first lugs respectively extending in opposite directions therefrom, a second lug located between the two first lugs corresponding thereto. The two parts are mounted to the rod of the music stand and connected to each other by a fastening member pivotally connected to the two respective first lugs on the two parts.

Abstract: The disclosed invention is an improved closing wheel attachment mechanism which has longer wear life than that of the typical attachment mechanism. The closing wheel arm on an agricultural planter has installed thereon an improved grease bushing assembly which has increased wear surface and the capability to utilize a grease on the surface. The combination of increased wear surface and greasing will greatly increase the operational life of the planter. Also included in the invention is the process and fixturing to incorporate the improved configuration on to an existing planter closing wheel structure. Included in this attachment mechanism is a welding jig which assures proper alignment of the improved bushing assembly.

Abstract: A new Telescoping Handle With Multiple Attachment Ends for providing a multi-purpose cleaning tool with interchangeable cleaning attachments and a telescopic handle. The inventive device includes an elongated tube, an elongated rod slidably positioned within the elongated tube, and a plurality of cleaning attachments for selectively being attached to end of the elongated rod opposite of the elongated tube.

Abstract: A clamp that locks two telescoping components such as a vehicle receiver hitch and a draw bar, for substantially reducing if not eliminating the "banging" or "rattling" between the two components. The clamp includes a standard sized U-bolt, whose throat rests in a seat formed by a receiver hitch collar and a receiver hitch tube. A bar has an arc-shaped cross-section and includes two holes adapted for receiving the threaded ends of the U-bolt. When the draw bar is inserted into the receiver hitch, the arc-shaped side of the bar is positioned within a seat formed by the receiver hitch collar and the draw bar. Standard locking style nuts are threaded onto the legs of the U-bolt and tightened, causing the arc-shaped side of the bar to be wedged against the receiver hitch collar and the draw bar, while wedging the U-bolt throat against the opposite side of the receiver hitch collar and the receiver hitch.

Abstract: A coupling member for joining a first article to a second article comprising first and second elongate arms that are pivotally connectable to a main housing via ball and socket joints. Each arm has one end formed for connection to one of the articles and the other end adapted to be engaged in the ball and socket joint. A locking system is also provided to lock the arms in position with respect to the main housing after the arms have been connected between the first and second articles to create a rigid connection between the first and second articles. The pivotable nature of the coupling member allows for a connection to be made between the first and second articles to be joined without the articles being in perfect alignment whereupon the locking system is applied to create a rigid link.

Abstract: A cymbal holder assembly including a holder base adapted to hold a cymbal, a mounting base adapted for mounting on a cymbal stand, a screw and a wing nut fastened together to fix the holder base and the mounting base together, and a constraint device mounted around the screw and retained between the holder base and the mounting base to prohibit the holder base and the mounting base from a relative rotary motion, the constraint device being released for permitting the holder base to be turned relative to the mounting base to adjust the angular position of the cymbal on the holder base when the wing nut is loosened.

Abstract: A height adjustable cane includes an upper tubular member configured to slidably receive a second tubular member in a telescoping manner. A plurality of apertures are formed in the first tubular member which allows a button of a snap button assembly to pass therethrough and lock the tubular members against relative movement. Using the push-button assembly and the telescopic feature, the length of the cane may be adjusted. Increased stability between the tubular members is provided by a cam locking assembly including a housing receiving a cam member. The cam member includes a lever and a raised camming surface that selectively engages an outer surface of the second tubular member.

Abstract: An umbrella holder includes a container adapted to receive an umbrella handle. A clamp secures the container to a frame member of a golf cart or the like. A lever support has a pair of opposing arms connected on opposite sides of a slot formed in the container. A latch or lever is positioned between the opposing arms and is pivotable about a pivot axis extending therebetween. The latch has a boss that is receivable in a locking aperture formed in one of the opposing arms. A protrusion formed on the latch is moveable into the container via the slot in response to pivoting the latch between the opposing arms. The protrusion and the inside wall of the container coact to form an interstice smaller than the diameter of the umbrella handle when the boss is received in the receiving aperture.

Abstract: An adjustable cement finishing tool including a generally planar float; a rigid mounting bracket coupled to an upper extent of the float; a swiveling member pivotally coupled to the mounting bracket; and a generally elongated arm with a central axis coupled to the swiveling member, and wherein rotating the arm in one direction about its central axis allows it to become engaged with the swiveling member to thereby preclude pivotal movement of the float, and wherein rotating the arm in an opposite direction about its central axis allows it to become disengaged from the swivelling member and thereby allow pivotal movement of the float.

Abstract: An assembly for applying one or more materials to the rails of a railroad track includes a mounting bracket for mounting the assembly to a vehicle adapted to travel on the rails. A connecting arm is coupled to the mounting bracket, and at least one nozzle is connected to an end of the connecting arm. The nozzle arm has a hollow channel through which material flows to be applied to a rail surface. A nozzle port is in fluid communication with the nozzle channel when the nozzle arm is in an operative position. The nozzle arm is biased toward the operative position and is adapted to move away from the operative position in response to contact with an obstruction and is returned to the operative position following the contact.

Abstract: A license plate mounting bracket (10) for mounting of at least one license plate (11) thereto including an elongated frame member (12) providing a mounting surface (13) formed for supportably seating the license plate (11) thereon. The frame member (12) includes a mounting groove (16) formed in the mounting surface (13) which is dimensioned for sliding receipt of an enlarged head (17) of a releasable fastener (15). This sliding receipt enables sliding movement along the groove (16) at a plurality of positions when the fastener (15) is released relative to the mounting surface (13). Further, the groove (16) is formed to secure the head (17) of the fastener (15) in a manner enabling tightening of the fastener (15) at the plurality of positions to secure the license plate (11) to the mounting surface (13) at a desired location therealong.

Abstract: An adjustment device is provided for selectively positioning a structural member as for example, an office chair arm relative to the seat. The device includes a planar support member and a retaining member which are joined to encase a bearing through which a slidable structural member is adjusted. A detente element in the bearing engages one of a plurality of apertures in the structural member to allow the structural member to be releasably locked in a selected position. The adjustment device can be used on other members which slide for ease and convenience during positioning.

Abstract: A housing comprising a unitary block is bifurcated to form a pair of arms between which a crank lever is pivotally mounted. A circular clamp is simultaneously formed at the end of the arms to bridge the arms. The arms are adjustably drawn together to close the clamp. The crank lever is an L-shaped bell crank in which the pivot point and handle, when extended, intersect perpendicularly at a corner, forming the elbow about which the cable is pulled.

Abstract: An internal, self-supporting, tent suppot framework. The collapsible framework includes a number of side and ridge support poles which mount to radially adjustable pole couplers. The couplers retain the support poles at preferred angular orientations in multiple wall planes as a support skeleton for an overlying fabric cover. Each coupler includes a pair of cast sleeves wherein a body piece includes a longitudinal bore, a projecting wing arm and a pair of hinge arms having transverse bores. A horizontal pole couples the hinge arms together in one plane, as a pair of other poles are supported to the longitudinal bores in a second plane at a splay angle established by the wing arms. The wing arms overlap and are retained with a fastener fitted between the arms.

Abstract: A device for precisely positioning and locking an object in a selective position including a first arm, a second arm, a third arm and a fourth arm, as well as an L-shaped arm connecting the third and fourth arms. The arms are structured so as to movably connect a support for an object, such as a head rest, to a base member, such as an operating table. The arms are structured so as to slidably engage with one another in order to allow positioning of the support for the object in any desired position in a three dimensional space. The first arm is slidably mounted to a connection to the base member.

Abstract: A releasable coupling assembly is provided for rib members or other members having a flat stock or bar-like configuration. The releasable coupling is provided for members which are at least partially overlapping one another, with the opposing mating surfaces of the members preferably being planar. One member carries a retaining clip defining a pocket for receiving the other rib member. Various embodiments are provided in which moveable or stationary pins extend into the pocket to engage the cooperating rib member to engage the rib member to prevent dislodgement from the overlapping condition.

Abstract: An apparatus for forming exterior convex vinyl siding corners for use with external walls intersecting at angles greater than 90 degrees including a vinyl siding corner member with two exterior siding members intersecting in the steady state position at 90 degrees. The exterior corner is of a flexible material such as vinyl and defines two internal slots therein within which one or more expander members is positionable to spread the exterior corner member to an angle greater than 90 degrees and approximately equal to the obtuse angle of the intersection between the first and second surfaces. The expander member may be adjustably movable to vary different angles such as would be used in the external convex corners for mounting of bay windows and other similar obtusely oriented exterior walls.

Abstract: A swivel joint for an essentially rod-shaped object, such as, a tripod, a leg or a similar support or holder for devices, particularly for musical percussion instruments, includes two joint members which are movable relative to each other and can be locked by a clamping device. The clamping device is constructed in such a way that it can simultaneously be used for clamping the rod-shaped object. In an annular end face facing away from the stationary joint member, the ring has diametrically oppositely arranged prismatic radial recesses which correspond to openings in the wall of the sleeve. When the radial recesses and the wall openings are in an aligned position, the rod-shaped object can be inserted into the swivel joint, such that the rod-shaped object extends through the radial recesses of the ring and the axial wall openings of the sleeve.

Abstract: A clamp for securing together sections of conduit has a first clamping section and a second clamping section. Each clamping section is made up of a base portion and a connecting plate which extends from the base portion. The connecting plates each have a through-hole formed therethrough and are aligned so that a bolt may be inserted. The bolt pivotally connects the first and second clamping sections together. A pair of U-clamps are provided and secure each respective conduit section to its associated clamping section. The sections of conduit are secured within the clamping sections so as to be in a plane parallel to each other while being adjustable to any desired angle. The sections of conduit may also be rotated within the clamping sections to angle the clamp with respect to other clamps attached to opposing ends of the conduit sections.

Abstract: A hinge for articulatable elements, particularly for a frame element of modular furniture, includes two articulation elements of identical semi-S-shaped profile placed in converse relative position to one another. The respective external lateral surfaces of the elements are placed in an abutting relation so as to allow movement of the elements during installation. The semi-S-shaped profile of the elements includes a convex portion traversed by a bore, and a concave portion. At least one structure is provided for fixing the elements to an upright. The hinge also includes two locking rods, each rod having two bosses. The locking rods are placed on opposing front and back surfaces of the elements so that each of their respective bosses are placed in the respective bores of the two elements. The bosses are additionally traversed by assemblies for receiving a clamping device.

Abstract: The present invention concerns telescopic tubular assemblies comprising a plurality of successive tubular sections sliding one inside the other between a retracted position and a deployed position. One non-limiting example of such assemblies is a ski stick.

Abstract: Device for adjusting the position of suction grippers on a sheet transfer drum for conveying sheets in a sheet-fed rotary printing press, at least some of the grippers being formed as suction grippers, at least one guide bar carried by the sheet transfer drum, holding elements mounted on the guide bar and having the respective suction grippers seated thereon, the suction grippers being manually displaceable along a generatrix of a cylindrical outer surface of the sheet transfer drum perpendicularly to a sheet conveying direction and being fixable thereon, includes a respective manually actuatable locking member connected to each of the holding elements for retaining the respective holding element in position on the guiding bar by frictional forces applied to the guiding bar at opposite sides of the respective holding element, the clamping element being an individual spring.

Abstract: The present invention is convertible boom stands useful for supporting lights, microphones and the like in a range of angles from the vertical. The stand can convert from a vertical stand which can support objects above the floor between a range of heights, to a boom stand which can also support the objects between a range of angles from the vertical.

Abstract: An improved stacker apparatus for the formation of aligned stacks of signatures from one or more incoming streams of partially overlapping signatures in shingled form. The stacker has an outer framework having an input end and an output end. A stream of partially overlapping signatures in shingled form is accepted at the input end and is passed to a compression conveyor. The compression conveyor has two conveyor belts in compressed opposition to one other which follow an upward arcuate path along a series of idler rollers. The series of idler rollers is mounted to the outer framework by a quick release inner framework. The conveyor transfers the signatures to a receiving station which guides successive signatures into aligned stacking registry with one another. When a conveyor belt breaks, the inner frame is quick released from the outer frame, a new belt is wound around the inner frame, and the inner frame re-mounted.

Abstract: A walk-aiding wheeled frame comprises base tubes, handle tubes, and fastening devices. The connecting portions of the base tube and the handle tube are polygonal in their cross sections. The base tube is provided with a locking slot. The fastening device comprises a pressing baffle capable of being driven to move by a wrench, and a hexagonal fastening tube provided with a locking baffle corresponding in location to the locking slot of the base tube. The handle tube and the base tube are fastened securely in an end-to-end manner by means of the pressing baffle, which is driven by the wrench to move inwards, and of the locking baffle. Such method of fastening the base tube and the handle tube ensures that the handle tube does not become loosely attached, thereby safeguarding the user of the walk-aiding wheeled frame.

Abstract: In order to allow a first element (2) and a second element (1) to be tightly clamped together, and yet be easily and quickly unclamped for adjustments to be made to their relative positions, a rotatable clamp is provided. The rotatable clamp comprises three main parts: a first circular plate (4) attached to the element (2) and having a bolt (5) extending from the center thereof, a second circular plate (6) attached to element (1) and having a bolt hole (7) at the center thereof and a nut (8) having a handle (9) attached thereto for screwing onto the bolt (5) so as to force the two circular plates together. Each of the two plates (4) and (6) is provided, on the face contacting the other plate, with a series of circular, concentric grooves (12) and ridges (13) arranged to fit together with the ridges of one plate fitting into the grooves of the other plate as the plates are brought into contact with each other.

Abstract: A chair, in particular office chair, comprises a seat support, which carries a seat, and a back rest, which is provided with a rod-shaped back rest support, which in turn is releasably connected with the rear end of the seat support. In order to embody the connection of the back rest with the seat support such that it can be made or released in a simple manner with regard to design and very quickly, a clamping device is formed at the rear end of the seat support, which clamping device has a receiving sleeve which can be clamped together and which receives the rod-shaped back rest support.

Abstract: A support system for coupling elements of different temperatures while reducing thermal and dynamic stress. The support system couples a fuel manifold to a combustor in a gas turbine engine and includes first and second elongated brackets connected, respectively, to the combustor and to the fuel manifold. Distal ends of each of the brackets are positioned in overlapping relationship. A slot is formed in one of the overlapping distal ends and an aperture formed in the other aligned generally with the slot. A fastener extends through the aperture and slot compressing the ends against each other with a preselected force such that the ends cannot separate but can exhibit a sliding motion in the slot direction. The compressive force is controlled by a spring member positioned between one end of the fastener and an adjacent surface of one of the first and second brackets. A second disk fits around the stud similar to a large flat washer and the spring member fits around the stud between the two disks.

Abstract: A locking device is made of a casing having a substantially trapezoidal shape and a rod extending through the casing. The rod has a central portion and two side guides to permit the central portion to come into locking engagement with a toothed roller placed inside toothed triangular recesses of a V-shaped member. The V-shaped member has a top portion provided with a fork. One side of the V-shaped member is connected to an inner edge of the casing and the other side has a cutout with a lower rounded portion and an upper straight portion provided with a slope. The cutout cooperates with a cam comprising a flat portion and a finger.

Abstract: A foldable bicycle frame comprises a front triangular portion and a rear triangular portion. The former includes a top tube, a down tube, a head tube and a seat tube while the latter contains a bottom bracket tube, a seat stay, a chain stay and a seat tube. Both front and rear triangular portions are hinged by means of upper and lower coupling pieces so that they can pivot to be folded. Upon being unfolded, both front and rear triangular portions are held securely by virtue of a seat stay which extends beyond the seat tube to be fastened securely to the top tube. Front and rear triangular portions can be also held so securely in another manner that a seat post is inserted into connection tube and seat tube which are coaxially arranged.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting the end of a tubular body, particularly a chromatographic capillary tube, to a detection or injection device fitting including a holder having a ferrule for holding the tubular member and an insertion assembly to engage the device fitting. The assembly is adapted to contain the holder and force the ferrule into a seated relation with the device fitting. A method for connecting a tubular member to a device fitting is also provided.

Abstract: A wheeled walker for ambulatory patients and people requiring support while walking includes an adjustable and separable frame and an adjustbable height seat and handlebar. The frame includes a front generally inverted U-shaped section coupled to and supported by fixed front wheels. A height adjustable handlebar is slidably and lockably received in the front frame section. A centrally disposed frame member is curved and directed to the rear. The rear frame section includes a member which adjustably couples to the centrally disposed front frame member and a vertically adjustable seat. The lower portion of the rear frame section is bifurcated and receives a pair of pivotable casters.

Abstract: A clamp mechanism for an adjustable torsion bar of a boat lift. The torsion bar includes square tubes which fit together telescopically to allow the torsion bar length to be adjusted. Each clamp mechanism includes a pair of opposing angle members lined on the inside faces of their flanges with plates which extend along a part of the length of each flange. The angle members are applied in opposition to one another with the inside faces of the flanges directly against the larger tube and the plates against the smaller tube. The angle members are clamped to the tubes by nuts and bolts applied to lugs which project from the angle members.

Abstract: A cylindrical container and cover to be firmly fitted thereon with a bayonet coupling and supports for a lever multiplier to supply to a rack rod a force "n" times stronger than the one applied to the levers, the lever multiplier being integral with a cylinder which slides inside a housing with cuts fitted in the cover center to allow a constant compression according to the heap height; force is transmitted onto the waste to compress it with a piston, which is firmly connected with a nut to the lower part of the rack rod.

Abstract: An adjustable mechanism including a journal portion and a non-continuous ring member that encircles the journal portion. The ring member has relatively displaceable end parts. A lever member extending in a plane normal to the axis of the journal portion is mounted through a pin on one end part and through another pin on the other end part and the lever member is swingable relative to the ring member to leverage the parts in either of opposite directions. An adjustably positioned member is provided to produce adjustably controlled displacement of the end parts of the ring member.

Abstract: The closed loop cable system was designed for preventing the theft of coats, but could be used for many other applications. When used for theft prevention, a length of cable is passed through one or both sleeves of the coat to form a loop, and the cable ends, which are provided with mating ferrules are then mated together and then crimped. The cable loop through bath sleeves prevents anyone from trying the coat on, and through one sleeve enables customers to try the coat on, but alerts clerks that it has not been paid for, and thus prevents anyone from putting a coat on and walking out without paying for it. A specialized tool is used to crimp ferrules on the ends of the cable together, and the same tool can be used to cut the cable.

Abstract: A chair structure having at least one seat adjustable in elevation, is disclosed. The structure has particular use as a posing stool for use in a photographic studio or in the field. At least one seat is adjustably secured on an elongated, angularly elevated support member so as to be quickly and slidably located to any selected elevation on that support.

Abstract: A device for clamping the edge of a diagnostic table top comprising a clamping block mechanism having an inside face for abutting the side edge of the table top; a first jaw mechanism connected to the clamping block mechanism having an inner face for abutting one of the top or the bottom surfaces of the table top; a second jaw mechanism pivotably connected to the clamping block mechanism having an inner face for abutting the other of the top or bottom surfaces of the table top; the second jaw mechanism being connected to the clamping block mechanism by a link mechanism and a shaft mechanism, wherein the link mechanism is pivotably connected to the clamping block mechanism and pivotably connected to the second jaw mechanism and wherein the shaft mechanism is movably mounted in the clamping block mechanism such that when the shaft mechanism is moved, the second jaw mechanism articulates between a clamping position and an open position.

Abstract: An adapter which comprises a pre-manufactured assembly capable of infinite vertical adjustment and self-adjusting width capability. To this end, the adapter of the present invention comprises a two-part unit in which the two parts thereof are relatively shiftable widthwise of the rack, yet a first of the parts is telescoped within the second part and secured by screws to the adjacent side of the chassis unit to be mounted. The second part of the adapter can be snap-fitted into the central, hollow portion of a vertical rail of the rack and normally remains stationary with respect to such rail; whereas, the first part of the adapter can be inserted into the second part before the second part is inserted into the hollow center portion of the rail.