Abstract: An aromatic stick comprises a pine spill to which is adhered a covering of peat dust, in order to produce the smell of burning peat when smouldering.

Abstract: A first embodiment upper body muscle toner device and leg and knee exerciser (12) comprising a U-shaped flexure member (14) and a pair of handgrips (16). Each handgrip (16) is on an opposite end of the U-shaped flexure member (14), so that a person can grasp the handgrips (16) to flex the U-shaped flexure member (24) in and out with arm power to tone up the upper body muscles and exercise the legs and knees during a workout exercise. A second embodiment upper body muscle toner device and leg and knee exerciser (12a) contains two different types of removable extended handgrips (16a) and (16b) on the ends of the U-shaped flexure member (14a). A third embodiment upper body muscle toner device and leg and knee exerciser (12b) consists of the U-shaped flexure member (14b) being a curved tube piece (50) and a pair of straight tube pieces (52) connected with two springs (54).

Abstract: The oxygen generation composition utilizes magnesium oxide to modify and smooth the oxygen generation rate, suppress chlorine formation, improve the rheology and uniformity of performance of an operating chemical oxygen candle, and to facilitate the mixing of the candle ingredients. The oxygen generation composition typically comprises a metal powder as a fuel; magnesium oxide; and an oxygen source selected from the group consisting of alkali metal chlorates, alkali metal perchlorates, and mixtures thereof. The composition can also include a transition metal oxide catalyst, and can include a binder.

Abstract: A device for use to increase muscular strength including an elastic ring providing flexible resistance to force applied to the ring by a user, the ring having first laterally opposite sides and elevated arms rising and falling along a curved path from the sides forming a saddle-like contour, a first pair of laterally opposed grips covering the sides, and a second pair of laterally opposed grips covering the arms, the ring being formed of an elastic rod, a spiral spring, or multiple interconnected spiral springs.

Abstract: A device for use with an oil lamp to allow the diffusion of the scent of a perfume. The device has a circular vessel and a central tubular element extending longitudinally through the center of the vessel. A wick is inserted through the central tubular element. The vessel is closed at the bottom and open at the top, defining a perfume-holding area. In a first and second embodiment, the device also has an outwardly projecting lip along the circumference of the vessel at the top thereof. In a third embodiment, the vessel has a diameter that is greater than the diameter of the opening of the oil lamp, and is provided with a resilient member at the bottom of the central tubular element. In use, a user pours a given amount of perfume in the perfume-holding area. The device is then placed on the lip of the oil lamp and over the opening and the wick is lit. The heat generated by the flame of the wick heats the device, which in turns heats the perfume, thereby releasing a pleasing smell.

Abstract: A chemical oxygen generator with a chemical mass, which is accommodated inside a container, generates oxygen by a chemical reaction, and is held in the container by a gas-permeable fibrous material. The fibrous material is arranged around the chemical mass. The fibrous material is designed as a chemical sorption filter.

Abstract: The oxygen generation compositions are tin fueled to produce a significantly lower carbon monoxide contamination of the breathable oxygen generated. The oxygen generating compositions comprise about 0.5-15% by weight of tin powder as a fuel and rheology modifier; from zero to about 15% by weight of a transition metal oxide catalyst; about 0.1-5% by weight of an alkaline compound as a chlorine remover and reaction rate modifier; and the remainder of an oxygen source selected from the group consisting of alkali metal chlorates, alkali metal perchlorates, and mixtures thereof. The oxygen generating composition can optionally further include up to about 5% of a binder. The oxygen generating compositions have a smoother, more uniform rate of oxygen generation, lower temperature sensitivity, and a lower operating temperature than comparable chlorate/perchlorate oxygen generation compositions utilizing iron powder as a fuel.

Abstract: A body-building machine includes a locating frame having an head portion integrally formed at a top thereof. The head portion defines an open chamber and a pair of opposed holes at two side walls thereof. A locating plate having an inclined end portion is inserted into the open chamber and is received in the locating frame. A pair of tubular lugs are formed at an intersection between the locating plate and the inclined end portion, aligning with the pair of opposed holes. A cladding plate having a plank with an angled portion is received in the open chamber. A tube is formed at an intersection between the plank and the angled end portion, aligning with the tubular lugs. A shaft extends through the opposed holes, the pair of tubular lugs and the tube to engage the locating plate with the plank and to form a short tension arm above shaft and a long tension arm below the shaft. An elastic return mechanism is disposed between the inclined end portion and the angled end portion in the short tension arm portion.

Abstract: A portable whole body exercise device is disclosed that utilizes a rigid hollow tube and two elastic cords that may have different tensions. Elastic cord runs lengthwise through the hollow tube, while an additional elastic cord is connected between the open ends of the tube.

Abstract: A candle type chemical oxygen generator which insures complete thermal decomposition of the candle with a predetermined flow rate of oxygen while maintaining the generator housing at a low temperature. Oxygen generated as a result of the thermal decomposition of the oxygen generating candle (32) by triggering the ignition device (F'), passes through cylindrical thermal insulation (36) and an annular gap between the cylindrical thermal insulation (36) and the cylindrical member (37) which houses the candle to thereby cool the cylindrical member, and is supplied to the exterior through the oxygen supply device (S').

Abstract: A lightweight, personal, portable dispenser of medically pure oxygen at appropriate temperature and delivery rate for direct inhalation is disclosed. The dispenser contains an oxygen producing generator to initiate the creation of oxygen instantaneously from a fuel-less self-contained chemical reaction of extended shelf-life inert compounds in a totally safe and reliable generator. The oxygen initially enters an expansion chamber. A cylindrical dispenser body houses the oxygen producing generator and forms an annular space between the cylindrical dispensing body and the oxygen producing generator. A bottom web attached to the periphery of the bottom of the cylindrical dispenser body allows air from outside of the dispenser to enter the annular space formed between the cylindrical dispensing body and the oxygen producing generator and flow out the top of the cylindrical dispenser body.

Abstract: An improved chemical oxygen generator (10) includes an oxygen generating candle (12) having an oxygen source, which upon decomposition will yield oxygen, and a nontoxic additive to smooth decomposition and suppress formation of toxic free chlorine gas. The nontoxic additive may be taken from the group consisting of: (1) the oxides, hydroxides and carbonates of calcium and the rare earth elements; (2) the hydroxides and carbonates of magnesium; and (3) mixtures of the foregoing. A complete chemical oxygen generator utilizes the candle (12) of the invention. The oxygen generator preferably includes a canister (14), oxygen-generating candle (12), and an ignition device (16). Triggering of the ignition device ignites an ignition pellet (52) which initiates decomposition of the candle body (50). Once initiated, the candle will sustain decomposition to release breathable oxygen until the candle is completely reacted.

Abstract: A batch method and apparatus provides controlled release of gaseous air contaminants into the atmosphere through catalytic oxidation while minimizing both the energy required and the volume of waste gas exhausted into the atmosphere. The device has a recirculating gas stream driven by a recirculation fan which moves gas, normally and naturally present at start-up, through a bed of granular catalyst, in an oxidizer and into contact with the surface of a process-gas heater and back to the recirculation fan. The gaseous contaminants may be drawn into this system using a vacuum pump. Control of catalyst temperature is achieved based upon the novel system configuration, and without the introduction of dilution air, and the contaminant gas is introduced without controlling either flow rate or temperature.

Abstract: An incense burner consisting of an upright cylindrical tube supported on a base and having a vent opening located in relatively closer proximity to the base than to an upper opening of the tube. A spring clip is provided to hold an incense stick in an inverted position within the cylindrical tube and above the vent opening to facilitate combustion of the incense.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and method for removing odors from the air. The apparatus has a base with a candle mounted thereon and a container open at two ends located above the candle. The container houses activated charcoal. The candle causes the odor filled air to move through the container and thus through the activated charcoal by the chimney effect. Odors are removed from the air by the combustion of the candle, and by the activated charcoal and odors may also be masked by the scent of the candle.

Abstract: An odor control system neutralizes odors from any source such as those from a sewage disposal plant. The odor control system recirculates a brine solution containing NaOCl. This recirculated solution contacts the unwanted odors to neutralize them. Sufficient NaOCl is added electrochemically to the solution to neutralize the unwanted odors under normal operating conditions. When there are peak odor conditions the unwanted odors exceed the capacity of the electrochemically produced NaOCl. During such peak conditions, supplemental concentrated NaOCl is added from a storage tank. The concentration of the NaOCl in the soolution is determined by sensing the oxidation reduction potential (ORP) in the solution to produce an ORP signal. The ORP signal controls the concentration of NaOCl in the solution including that supplied electrochemically as well as that supplied from the storage tank.

Abstract: A control assembly is described for controlling the flow of gas from a gas generating unit into a gas bottle to be charged. The bottle cannot be charged until a latch has been pushed clear by means of a button and until an operating lever has been moved into an unactuated position. The button is then released to latch the bottle and the operating lever is moved to the actuated position to close a micro-switch in series with a second micro-switch which is only closed when the neck of the bottle is properly inserted. These micro-switches electrically energize an ignition unit and gas generation starts. Gas passes through a bore in a piston and a pin carried thereby and initially escapes around the outside of the gas bottle neck thus purging contaminants. The piston and pin now commence to move under the action of the gas pressure and the distal end of the pin sealingly enters the bottle. Gas pressure opens a check valve in the bottle neck and charges the bottle.

Abstract: A chemical oxygen generator has a chemical mixture based on an alkali-metal chlorate (NaClO.sub.3) which constitutes the charge of a cartridge having an ignition device and an oxygen outlet. This oxygen generator is improved so that the charge is insensitive to shock and so that it can be configured in any desired outer form and size and that an advancing reaction zone is assured without a further assisting device. The charge includes a tight bed of chemical pellets which lie one against the other to form the smallest possible contact surfaces.

Abstract: An impact extruded perforated aluminum housing contains a two-stage gas generator having a perforated bulkhead positioned between the stages. Each stage includes a combustion chamber having an igniter and pyrotechnic charge therein with cooling and filter screens surrounding the combustion chamber. The igniter of the first stage is fired by a squib responsively to an external electrical signal. A rupturable barrier and a ball valve associated with the bulkhead control the flow of gas through the bulkhead and provide mechanical timing for ignition delay in the firing of the second stage after the first stage has been fired, and also provide pressure control after ignition of both stages to prevent repressurizing the first stage. A rupturable foil barrier surrounding the combustion chamber in the first stage promotes a rapid rise in pressure therein and thus breakout sooner therefrom of gas to an airbag to be inflated.

Abstract: A sensing device 50 comprising an O.sub.2 sensor 22, a pump 37, a compressor 19, and a heater 21 is provided to quickly sense the amount of O.sub.2 in a combustion product gas. A sample of the combustion product gas is compressed to a pressure slightly above one atmosphere by compressor 19. Next, heater 21 heats the sample between 800.degree. C. and 900.degree. C. Next, pump 37 causes the sample to be flushed against electrode 32 located in O.sub.2 sensor 22 6000 to 10,000 times per second. Reference air at approximately one atmosphere is provided to electrode 31 of O.sub.2 sensor 22. Accordingly, O.sub.2 sensor 22 produces a voltage which is proportional to the amount of oxygen in the combustion product gas. This voltage may be used to control the amount of O.sub.2 entering into the combustion chamber 10 which produces the combustion product gas.

Abstract: A pocket lighter capable of providing a vividly colored or scent modified flame basically includes a fluid containment portion, a fuel combustion portion, a valve unit and an igniter. The fluid containment portion has a first compartment containing pressurized fuel, a second compartment containing flame colorant or scenting liquid, and lines for conducting fuel from the first compartment to the fuel combustion portion and for conducting modification liquid from the second compartment to the fuel combustion portion via the valve unit. In preferred embodiments, the second compartment is a flexible bag enveloped by the first compartment and immersed in the pressurized fuel.

Abstract: A high flow sodium chlorate oxygen generator assembly (10) of a relatively small diameter. The generator assembly includes a chlorate candle (12) mounted within a containment vessel (14, 16, 18), the chlorate candle being provided with a deep conical recess (54) which is thinly coated with a rapidly combustible material (56). Ignition of the rapidly combustible material is achieved by extending a hollow ceramic tube (58) from a primer (38) located at one end of the containment vessel, the hollow tube directing the flame from the primer, when ignited, towards the center of the deepest part of the conical depression. The above construction provides a high surface area for burning, and also intensifies the heat flux within the chlorate candle thereby substantially increasing the rate of oxygen output over known chlorate candles of comparable diameters.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided an improved heat activated dispenser for releasing a vaporizable material into the ambient atmosphere. The inventive heat activated dispenser is made of a material which imparts excellent thermal insulating properties which control the rate of vaporization and provides a long useful life of the dispenser. Due to the novel use of absorbent compactable materials, such as synthetic silicates, the present invention utilizes no binders and substrates. Rather, the dispenser, according to the present invention, is an integral self-supporting structure. The nature of the absorbent compactable material used, makes the use of a novel method of manufacture especially advantageous. According to the novel method of manufacture, there is provided a compaction apparatus for compacting the absorbent compactable material, such as synthetic silicate, into the integral self-supporting structure of the heat activated dispenser.

Abstract: A device for supporting a combustible package containing a heat-dispersible material and a combustible material while the package is consumed fabricated from a single rectangular sheetmetal blank. The blank includes a center area extending across the width of the blank defined by two spaced-apart center scorelines. End sections which are mirror images of each other extend from the center scoreline to the respective end of the rectangular sheetmetal blank. Each end section includes a rectangular inner portion which is bound on two sides and one end by the outer portion, and on the other end by the center area. The center area is fixedly attached to the one end of the inner portion and to the outer portion. The device is fabricated by folding the inner portions upward into a parallel position to provide a space therebetween for holding a combustible package.

Abstract: A chemical oxygen generator for use in respirators and resuscitators for providing an oxygen reserve includes oxygen in chemically bound compacts or oxygen single-candles and the oxygen is released when needed in the course of a chemical reaction. The oxygen single candles are fitted together axially in a canister in modular construction with incandescence elements therebetween. In the cover of the canister, opposite the upper end wall of the first single candle, there is an igniting device, and in the bottom, an outlet opening for the escape of the released oxygen. As soon as the first oxygen single-candle is activated by means of the igniting device, the oxygen reaction sets in and a reaction front moves in the direction of the next single candle. The reaction transmission to the next single candle occurs through the intermediate incandescence element.

Abstract: An insecticide dispenser capable of initiating the volatilization of a charge of insecticide to fumigate a room and then automatically shutting itself off during, or at the completion of the dispensing of the insecticide, whereby the dispenser can be safely left unattended during the fumigation of a room. The dispenser includes a container for the insecticide disposed upon a PTC heater, the elements being arranged adjacent a bimetal switching device that opens upon sensing a predetermined temperature, and can hold itself in the open position until intentionally reset. When the electrical circuit is open, the power supply to the PTC heater is broken and the heating will be discontinued.

Abstract: A chlorine gas filtering material suitable for use in a high temperature oxygen environment, and a method of making the filtering material. The filtering material is prepared by impregnating a porous manganese dioxide and copper oxide hopcalite catalyst prepared by the carbonate method with sodium hydroxide. The process of making includes the steps of mixing the catalyst into a sodium hydroxide solution and then vacuum baking the impregnated catalyst for at least 8 hours, and preferably for 16 hours at a temperature of 240.degree. F.-260.degree. F.

Abstract: Apparatus for refilling compressed-gas bottles, having a threaded connector and valve, especially for small gas bottles. A cartridge holder serves to hold jacket-less, oxygen-yielding cartridges whose oxygen can be transferred from the interior of the cartridge holder to the compressed-gas bottle. To solve the problem of achieving the inexpensive refilling of compressed-gas bottles with little oxygen loss, without endangering the operator by the development of undue heat, the cartridge holder of the invention preferably is made in the form of a substantially closed pressure body surrounding the cartridge as closely as possible. Also, a threaded connection is provided for the installation of the pressure body on the compressed-gas bottle. A gas passage serves for the transfer of the oxygen to the compressed-gas bottle connector. Furthermore the pressure body comprises cooling ribs and a heat guard with ventilation openings communicating with grooves between the cooling ribs.

Abstract: Oxygen generator comprising a casing (1, 10) containing an oxygen generating block (9) whose initiation is ensured by a manually actuated primer (8). The casing is provided with a valve (66) for the outlet of the oxygen. The primer (8) is a thermal primer separated by a gas impervious screen (13) from the material of the gas generating block (9).

Abstract: A free-standing fragrance candle comprises an outer shell, an inner core and a wick. The shell is formed of paraffin, a wax, a mixture thereof, or any of these materials in combination with fragrance oil. The shell has a melting point high enough that the shell stands freely and is not tacky at room temperature. The core is formed of fragrance oil and a carrier therefor. The fragrance oil in the core constitutes from 5% to 12% of the total weight of the core. The carrier is petrolatum, a low melting point wax, paraffin, or a mixture thereof. The core has a melting point substantially lower than the melting point of the shell and low enough to form a molten pool within the shell and to ensure a substantial release of fragrance into the surrounding atmosphere as the candle burns. The shell constitutes a container and provides structural support for the core.

Abstract: A scented candle comprising, in combination, a candle holder having vertically extending side walls of the type adapted to receive and encircle a candle, a wick cone centrally disposed within the candle holder, wherein the wick cone comprises a generally conically shaped candle having an integrally formed base adapted to centrally and firmly position the wick cone within the candle holder, and a plurality of odorizing chips formed of a mixture of candle wax and at least one scent producing material, the odorizing chips being disposed within the candle holder around the wick cone for controlled release of the scent producing material in response to the heat of the flame of the wick cone when the wick cone is lighted.

Abstract: A chemical oxygen generator is disclosed which includes a pressure vessel surrounding the container containing the chemical. In a space between the tank containing the chemical and the wall of the pressure vessel, a supply of pressurized oxygen is provided. A manually triggerable valve stem is operable to simultaneously open a passage from the pressurized supply and to initiate ignition of the chemical in the tank to generate a further supply of oxygen.

Abstract: An incense holder includes a base having a central upstanding projection with an axial bore therein for receiving the lower end of a rod adapted to be passed through the holes in a plurality of incense beads. The rod includes a mounting portion shaped to cooperate with the bore for holding the rod uptight, and a stop portion for maintaining a space between the incense beads and the base. The bore may also receive an incense stick. Several forms of base are disclosed, some adapted for supporting spiral incense carriers thereon. Two forms of rod mounting portions are disclosed.

Abstract: An oxygen supply apparatus, particularly for use by a coal miner, has a plurality of housings mounted on a belt, which is worn by the miner, with each housing having a cartridge of oxygen generating material therein and removable from the bottom thereof for replacement. Each housing has a cover with a resiliently biased shaft supported thereby for relative movement to activate the oxygen generating material in the cartridge. The shaft functions as a timer activator so that the timer is set when the shaft is activated. The timer produces an alarm signal just prior to the expiration of time for depletion of oxygen from the cartridge within the housing. Each of the covers has a chamber receiving the oxygen from the cartridge and supplying it through tubing to oxygen receiving means worn by the miner such as a mask, for example.

Abstract: A plurality of incense beads including beads of different fragrances are threaded in a stack on a carrier rod and a bead at one end of the stack is ignited.

Abstract: In an apparatus for successively igniting a plurality of incense sticks or other elongated combustible articles, a series of timer discs on a common shaft is rotated by an electric motor. The rim of each disc is provided with a bore for holding one end of an incense stick. The opposite end of the stick is supported beneath an igniter element. As the motor shaft rotates, the timer discs are successively rotated to move the incense sticks, one at a time, into contact with the igniter element. Following ignition, each incense stick is further rotated for exposure to the atmosphere until fully consumed. The speed of rotation of the timer discs is controlled to provide complete consumption of an incense stick during each shaft revolution.

Abstract: A gas generator for instantaneously supplying a gas to an inflatable bag such as a gas bag for protection of a car passenger from injuries in a collision, of the type comprising a solid gas-generating composition confined in a reaction chamber defined in a housing having a perforated wall. The reaction chamber is bounded by a wire screen which is spaced from the perforated wall, and another wire screen is arranged along the inside of the perforated wall. Adequately sized granules of SiC are packed in a space bounded by the two wire screens to efficiently absorb heat and remove solid matter from the generated gas without offering an unduly great resistance to the gas flow. Best cooling and filtering effects can be gained by the use of .alpha.-SiC granules of a sharp-edged particle shape.

Abstract: A respirator, comprises, a housing having a wall with a sealable opening which is advantageously located in a cover of the housing. A chemical cartridge is disposed in the housing and it has a material capable of generating oxygen upon being started. A breathing tube is connected into the cartridge along with a breathing bag so that a person's respiratory gases may be directed into the cartridge to the bag and then back through the material of the cartridge which also advantageously retains the CO.sub.2 and enriches the respiratory gas with oxygen. A first starter is associated with the cartridge for starting the material so that it generates oxygen and a second control element is disposed in the container adjacent the sealable wall and it has a starting material therein which may be actuated to generate oxygen so as to provide an indication of whether the oxygen-generating material is operating properly and can perform its function.

Abstract: A chemical oxygen generator which is operable by movement of a starter member or thrust member comprises an outer closed container having an end wall on the interior of which an ignition actuation liquid container is mounted. The ignition actuation liquid container is made of a foil material and it is mounted over an ignition mixture container having an ignition mixture which when mixed with the liquid ignites so as to ignite a spark plug for the oxygen generator material.

Abstract: A gas generator construction particularly for the inflation of inflatable protective bags which are used in safety systems of vehicles comprises a housing with a central tubular housing part which contains an ignition device that is surrounded by a reaction chamber containing a gas generating charge which in turn is surrounded by an outer filter housing. The gases which are generated in the reaction chamber are directed through openings and into the filter housing and then outwardly through slots of the filter housing for use in expanding the protective bag. The reaction chamber and the filter chamber are formed by an annular substantially S-shaped wall member which has a bottom forming wall portion for the reaction chamber which is joined to the central tubular part, for example, by welding.

Abstract: A starting device for a chemical oxygen generator comprises a casing which has a chemical oxygen generating material therein and with a first wall above the material with an opening bounded by an annular sealing face and an opposite second wall below the oxygen generating material with at least one passage for the passage therethrough of an oxygen which is generated. A liquid ampule is disposed above the oxygen generating material and a thrust bolt is mounted in the opening of the casing over the liquid ampule and is movable when actuated from a starting position overlying and spaced from the ampule to an actuated position in which it penetrates and breaks the ampule. The coil spring is associated with the bolt and it biases the bolt in a direction toward the ampule. A sealing ring is disposed around the bolt and is located initially above the opening and moves with the bolt to engage into the opening and seal the top of the container when the bolt is in the actuated position.

Abstract: An incense burner comprises a hollow housing of pyramid shape having pairs of opposed triangular side walls adapted for mounting upon a support surface. A vent aperture is provided within at least one of the side walls adjacent the apex. One side wall has a triangular opening therein. A pair of opposed guide rails are mounted upon the respective opposed side walls adjacent the triangular opening. A triangular door having a handle overlies the opening in one side wall and has a drawer secured thereto slidably mounted upon said rails. A candle holder and an incense holder are mounted upon said drawer for supporting a candle and a stick of combustible incense respectively whereby, the flame of the candle ultimately ignites the incense, with products of combustion escaping through the vent aperture.

Abstract: A smoke diffusing device for distributing aromatic smoke from burning material, such as tobacco, incense, or the like, throughout a room comprises a housing having a receptacle thereon for holding burning material, a fan chamber within the housing into which the smoke is drawn from the receptacle through an inlet passage and from which it is forcibly expelled to atmosphere through an outlet passage by a small switch-operated battery-powered motor-driven fan located in the fan chamber. The fan motor, battery, switch, and necessary electric wiring are removably mounted and detachably interconnected in a main chamber in the housing. The main chamber, fan chamber, inlet passage and receptacle are defined by a cylindrical bore extending inwardly of the housing, and one end of the bore is closed by a removable end cap on which the switch is mounted.

Abstract: A breathing apparatus chemical canister includes a central vertical tube, around which there is a body of chemical granules covered by an upper sheet of filtering material provided with inner and outer downwardly extending flanges engaging the tube and the side of the canister. Disposed between the chemical body and filter sheet is an upper screen having inner and outer downwardly extending flanges pressing the filter sheet flanges against the tube and side of the canister to form seals. A similar lower sheet of filtering material and lower screen around the lower end of the tube support the chemical body and the flanges of the lower screen press the filter sheet flanges against the tube and side of the canister to form seals.

Abstract: An all-pyrotechnic inflator, for generating an inflating gas, includes: an elongated enclosure means, a linear ignitor, and a pyrotechnic material. The elongated enclosure means has a longitudinal axis and an outlet means for passage of the gas. The linear ignitor is arranged within the enclosure means and extends along at least part of the longitudinal axis of the enclosure means. The pyrotechnic material is disposed within the enclosure means and extends along at least part of the longitudinal extent of the enclosure means for combustion and generation of gas upon ignition by the linear ignitor. The enclosure means further includes an inner wall, an outer wall, a nozzle means, and a means for maintaining substantially constant pressure during generation of the gas. The pyrotechnic material is the sole source of the inflating gas.

Abstract: A thermally diffusible composite comprising a thermally diffusible medicine such as allethrin, a thermogenic composition including an alkali metal sulphide or the like, carbonaceous material or the like and, if desired, a filler such as cellulose. In one embodiment, this invention relates to such a thermally diffusible composite the thermogenic composition or the whole of which is enclosed in an oxygen-impermeable container.

Abstract: An incense burner consisting of an exterior receptacle fitted with an ash collecting basket supporting a lighter within said receptacle and an axially disposed spindle. A disc having a plurality of circumferentially disposed holes dimensioned to accept sticks of incense is supported on said spindle above said receptacle and a wire mesh cap is fitted over said disc at the top of the receptacle. The disc can be rotated to permit selective ignition of one or more incense sticks.

Abstract: An incense burner device adaptable for use in a vehicle such as an automobile. It includes an open ended container for burning incense. A stem extends from the closed end which is removably fitted into the sleeve of a clamp device for supporting the container upright. The clamp device is attachable to a component member of an automobile such as the edge of an ashtray. The ashes of the incense are discharged into the ashtray by removing the container from the sleeve connector and upending it into the ashtray.

Abstract: An improved chemical oxygen generator (10) includes an oxygen generating candle (12) having an oxygen source, which upon decomposition will yield oxygen, and a nontoxic additive to smooth decomposition and suppress formation of toxic free chlorine gas. The nontoxic additive may be taken from the group consisting of: (1) the oxides, hydroxides .?.and carbonates.!. of calcium and the rare earth elements; (2) the hydroxides .?.and carbonates.!. of magnesium; and (3) mixtures of the foregoing. A complete chemical oxygen generator utilizes the candle (12) of the invention. The oxygen generator preferably includes a canister (14), oxygen-generating candle (12), and an ignition device (16). Triggering of the ignition device ignites an ignition pellet (52) which initiates decomposition of the candle body (50). Once initiated, the candle will sustain decomposition to release breathable oxygen until the candle is completely reacted.