Abstract: A marking utensil comprises an elongated body having opposite ends, with the body defining a plurality of outwardly-directed surfaces between the ends. A scale is displayed on at least one surface of the plurality, with at least one surface of the plurality configured for placement along an exteriority of the article to facilitate a measurement thereof. The scale may display U.S. Customary (i.e., inches) and/or Metric International System (i.e., centimeters) Units of measure. A marking tip is located at one end of the body while a reference guide is located at the body's other end.

Abstract: An inanimate magnetically attractable object retrieval apparatus configured to retrieve small, inanimate, magnetically attractable objects from confining spaces with magnetic forces. The apparatus comprises a head comprising magnetic material permanently attached to a first end region of a flexible body that has a tail with a width and a length. The length is able to be reversibly bent in a 180 degree arc with a diameter of 1 inch only in a plane perpendicular to a plane containing the width and the length of the tail and unable to be reversibly bent in a 180 degree arc with a diameter of 1 inch in a plane parallel to the plane containing the width and the length of the tail.

Abstract: A device for creating a uniform gap between adjacent vehicle panels. The device includes an elongate member extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end. A grip portion is disposed along the elongate member between the first end and the second end. A first arm extends coaxially from the grip portion in a first direction, and a second arm extends coaxially from the grip portion in a second direction opposite the first direction.

Abstract: A non-pneumatic tire having a block type reinforcement configuration includes: a tread unit that forms an outer portion of the tire and comes in contact with a road surface; a wheel unit that is connected to an axle; a spoke unit that is formed between the tread unit and the wheel unit; and a block type reinforcement unit that includes a block formed inside the tread unit in the circumferential direction of the tread unit, and a plurality of reinforcing members formed in the block to correspond to the shape of the block.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and a method associated with the device. The device is a carpenter speed square generally comprised of a flat triangular frame with one 90 degree angle and two 45 degree angles. The frame has a flange that protrudes outward from its top and bottom faces along one of the edges adjacent to the 90 degree angle. The device has an integrated means for sharpening pencils. With respect to the associated method, the user holds the device in their non-dominant hand with that hand wrapping around the flange with the right angle on the side adjacent to the thumb. Using their dominant hand and the integrated pencil sharpener the pencil is sharpened. Once sharpened, the pencil will be in the users dominate hand and the device will be in the uses non-dominate hand which is conducive to common layout and marking operations.

Abstract: An adjustable wrench uses colors for identification. The adjustable wrench includes a bit including multiple identification zones and a pointer in addition to a body and a movable jaw. The body includes a stationary jaw extending from a front end. The movable jaw is movably connected to the front end of the body so that a distance between the jaws is adjustable. The identification zones are formed on a side of the body. Each of the identification zones is in a color corresponding to a size of a workpiece. The pointer is formed on a side of the movable jaw. The distance between the jaws is set to be a value corresponding to the size of the workpiece when the pointer is aligned with one of the identification zones.

Abstract: A golf rangefinder system comprises a GPS golf rangefinder device and an accessory. The golf rangefinder device comprises a housing defining a forward housing portion with a display screen viewable therein, and a rearward housing portion with a convexity projecting therefrom. A magnet centrally positioned at a distal most portion of the convexity. The accessory includes a clip with a hook-shaped member and a receptacle portion for mating with the convexity of the housing of the golf rangefinder device. A second magnet is positioned in a recess in the receptacle portion. The receptacle portion configured as a concavity and conforming to the convexity of the rangefinder device whereby when the accessory and rangefinder device are in proximity with each other they are magnetically coupled with the convexity positioned in the concavity. The accessory and rangefinder slidably rotatable and movable with respect to one another while still maintaining the magnetic coupling.

Abstract: A multi-purpose tool system (100) includes a first tool (104) that is configured to perform a first function, a second tool (106) that is configured to perform a second function, a third tool (140) that is configured to perform a third function, and a fourth tool (142) that is configured to perform a fourth function. The tools couple together to form a single, unitary handheld housing (102). Each of the tools is configured to separate from the housing for individual use.

Abstract: Described implementations provide a level for measuring a level of a target surface. The level has a base structure having a bottom surface, a top surface, a rear surface, and a front surface, and a bubble level disposed on the top surface of the base structure. The bottom surface is disposed at (1) a desired slope angle of the target surface along a first axis, and (2) a predetermined pitch angle along a second axis of the base structure, the second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The bubble level is disposed on the top surface along the first axis to indicate a slope level of the target surface relative to the predetermined slope angle and along the second axis to indicate a pitch level of the target surface relative to the predetermined pitch angle. The base structure has a ledge extending in an engagement direction along a third axis.

Abstract: A measurement tool and a method of measuring brake stroke of a brake assembly. The method may include installing the measurement tool on the brake assembly. An actuator shaft may be actuated with a lever tool. The measurement tool may measure the brake stroke when the actuator shaft is actuated.

Abstract: A ruler assembly comprising a ruler having a top extending along a ruler width and a ruler length. The top has an inner top surface and an outer top surface. The assembly has at least one side wall extending along the ruler length. The side wall extends from a side wall bottom edge to a side wall top edge proximal to the outer top surface. The outer top surface comprises a plurality of step surfaces, each having a step height measured from the side wall bottom edge to the side wall top edge of each of the plurality of step surfaces. In some embodiments, the inner top surface and the inner side wall surface define a ruler cavity configured to removably couple to an insert ruler.

Abstract: A welder multi-tool is provided including a sleeve having a first leg portion, a second leg portion, and a bridge portion interconnecting the first leg portion and the second leg portion. The sleeve extends along a central axis passing through the bridge portion and defines a space between the leg portions. A single axle is attached to the sleeve and spans, along an axis, the space defined between the leg portions. The axis of the axle does not intersect the central axis of the sleeve. The welder multi-tool further includes a plurality of tools rotatably attached to the axle. Each tool axis does not intersect the axis of the axle. The plurality of tools includes a fillet gauge tool and a thickness gauge tool. A further example of the welder multi-tool includes a fillet gauge tool, a thickness gauge tool, a soap stone, and a welding nozzle cleaner.

Abstract: A multi-function tool having a handle portion and a plurality of structures operable therewith for the performance of a plurality of functions. The multi-function tool allows fast and convenient transition between any of the plurality of functions in order to enable completion of jobs or tasks requiring such functions without acquisition, storage, and/or maintenance of a plurality of specialized tools.

Abstract: Disclosed are compact and portable devices comprising a combination of tools and that are shaped to facilitate being conveniently carried by a user in an unobtrusive manner.

Abstract: A holder for displaying a sheet of material is provided. The holder includes a backplate, a lens, and a bracket. The bracket includes a frame defining at least one vertical wall bordering at least one inner wall. The at least one inner wall includes at least one connector for connecting to at least one corresponding connector of the lens for securing the lens to the bracket. A portion of the lens contacts a first wall of the at least one vertical wall and a first inner wall of the at least one inner wall. The backplate is secured to the bracket via at least one fastener. A portion of the backplate contacts a second wall of the at least one vertical wall and a second inner wall of the at least one inner wall.

Abstract: A tool and method for measuring, marking and/or scoring drywall sheets. The tool includes a housing having front and rear housing sections forming an internal chamber; a spool rotatably mounted within the chamber; a flexible tape stored on the spool and expandable and retractable from the housing; a brake mechanism mounted on the housing and engageable to maintain the tape in an extended position; a guide mounted on a second end of the tape; and a contact device extending from the housing for marking and/or scoring the surface of the sheet. The guide is placed in abutting contact with an edge of the drywall sheet and the contact device is positioned on the exterior surface thereof. The housing is moved across the exterior surface while the guide remains in abutting contact with the edge, and the contact device marks or scores the surface as the housing is moved thereover.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hand tool system having an electrical circuit testing indicator for use in a hand held tool used by technicians to determine electric circuit conditions. In a preferred embodiment, the indicator makes use of an electric circuit condition indicating means within a hand tool device having a plurality of bits and tool ends that, in use, will indicate information to determine the circuit condition (live circuit or not). Optionally, light, vibration, and audible indications may be provided to indicate the same information to a user.

Abstract: A multi-purpose layout tool has an elongated main body component and a slide block component. Each component is designed to be used separately or in combination to perform a multitude of functions. An elongated opening extends substantially the length of the main body. The opening is configured to accept a slide block guide member extending from the slide block, which is secured within the opening by a threaded knob. The slide block can be adjustably secured within the opening, at designated angles in relation to the main body. The slide block also has a number of features, including dual level members and a compass pin which is used in conjunction with the main body for circular measurement, layout, and marking.

Abstract: A sound processing apparatus according to the present invention acquires a test signal for measuring a standing wave state emitted in a listening room, and determines a peak position or a dip position due to a standing wave based on frequency characteristics of the test signal. Next, the sound processing apparatus emits a burst signal corresponding to the frequency of the peak position or the dip position, and acquires this signal. The sound processing apparatus calculates an increment ?P of the acquired signal, which indicates an amount of increase of a peak in the trailing edge portion corresponding to the end position of the burst signal relative to a peak in the portion corresponding to the stationary portion of the burst signal, and attenuates the frequency of the above peak position or dip position of a sound signal to be output by an attenuation depending on ?P.

Abstract: The present invention is a golfing distance measuring device utilized by a user to measure a distance between a golf hole and one or more golf balls. The device includes an aluminum base paddle with a rectangular portion and a handle portion with a pointed end, a hook that is releasably attached to a flagstick that is placed in the hole and a measuring tape disposed on the rectangular portion with the hook disposed on the end. The device also includes one or more pieces of writing paper and pencils that allows a user to record notes, scores, distances, names and other golf-related information and data, a pair of writing paper clips to secure the writing paper to the rectangular portion and one or more pencil dips to secure the pencils to the rectangular portion.

Abstract: A multi-tool assembly with retractable tape measure, collapsible right angle square, straight edge arm with built-in razor blade knife and protractor, complete with a set of three retractable screwdrivers, all mounted in a single, compact, housing assembly. The combination; straight edge arm and razor blade knife, locks into one of several positions; to stay closed, to form into a carpenter's square and to extend the razor blade knife. The arm can be manually opened or spring powered to snap open like a switchblade when the release button is activated. The thin razor blade cutting edge creates a knife that is much sharper than ordinary pocket knives. The set of screwdrivers are permanently mounted within the back of the housing assembly. Each of the screwdrivers can be pivoted open to protrude out from the back of the housing assembly, allowing each screwdriver to be used individually.

Abstract: A tool useful for measuring the shortest distance from a point in space to an imaginary line having any inclination and in the same vertical plane as the point. An embodiment requires a form of contact with only a single point on the line, uses an inclinometer, may use a length measuring system, and performs a trigonometric calculation to report data related to the shortest distance. Variants include integration of an inclinometer with a form of length measurement device. One embodiment integrates a manually powered excavation, fill and/or grading implement such as a shovel with an inclinometer attached to or imbedded in the shovel handle. Trigonometric functions of incline angles and length measurements report data related to the shortest distance in general, and in particular to ongoing depth of manual excavations, cuts or fills relative to a desired slope or grade.

Abstract: A multi-purpose hand tool having opposing planar surfaces. A first long side has a linear edge for drawing straight lines. Graduations are provided along a beveled surface for use in measurement. Short sides perpendicular to the straight edge facilitate placement in an inside corner. A remaining side has serrations for spreading an adhesive. A cover is secured to the main body by pins in the cover and openings in the main body. The main body and cover house a level. A viewing window incorporates a lens for magnification. Guideways are configured to receive a straightedge, the guideways being aligned at precise, given angles. Projections in each guideway cooperate with a groove provided along only one given surface of the straightedge to assure proper orientation of the straightedge in the guideways. The main body and cover have smooth undulations for receiving and seating the fingers. A recess in the cover seats the tips of the fingers. A convex surface surrounding the viewing window protects the level.

Abstract: An embellishment setting device capable of setting a variety of types and sizes of embellishments. The embellishment setting device may include a first lever, a second lever and at least one adjustable segment with a plurality of impact surfaces. The embellishment setting device may also include first and second adjustable segments, where both adjustable segments have a plurality of impact surfaces and wherein the compression of the proximal ends of the first and second levers causes one of the plurality of impact surfaces of the first adjustable segment to bear against one of the plurality of impact surfaces of the second adjustable segment. The embellishment setting device may also include one or more depth gauges and associated extendable hole punches.

Abstract: Present invention provides a tool for packing and setting a clutch assembly. The tool has a pair of arms and a connecting member. The pair of arms has a length, a width and a height and are substantially parallel to each other. The arms are connected at one end to the connecting member. The arms are adaptable to be placed in between a bearing cage and a cover of the clutch assembly wherein the height of the arms is so configured to keep different components of the clutch assembly in position when the clutch assembly is not installed in a vehicle.

Abstract: A multi-functional utility tool is disclosed. The multi-functional utility tool includes a tool handle. At least one of a utility blade and a saw is extendable from the tool handle. A sanding surface is provided on the tool handle for smoothing a workpiece.

Abstract: An adjustable spanner with electronic strain gauge function which comprises a head; an fixed jaw extending from the head; and sliding groove being transversally formed at one upper side of the head; a handle connected to a lower side of the head; at least one strain gauge; a hollow connecting tube having one end connected to the handle; the hollow connecting tube being installed with an output display device; a clamping surface of the moveable jaw and a clamping surface of the fixed jaw being formed as a working area for clamping a screw device; and a positioning portion being installed on the moveable jaw and at a non-working area below the working area; the position portion facing toward a clamping opening between the clamping surfaces of the moveable jaw and fixed jaw; and the positioning portion being capable of resisting against the screw device.

Abstract: A hand tool and an accessory which provide an alarm signal to a user as the tool or accessory approaches a live electrical wire are disclosed. The hand tool or accessory include a non-contact voltage sensing circuit. As the tool or accessory approaches a live electrical wire, the non-contact voltage sensing circuit detects the voltage, triggering an alarm circuit. The alarm circuit provides a visual or audio signal to the user. The hand tool can be selectively coupled to the tool head.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a template is useful for properly positioning at least one item having first and second rear-facing engagers at a desired location on the front of a carrier and is removable thereafter without disturbing the position of the at least one item.

Abstract: A staple holder for driving staples into a suitable surface, such as driving U-shaped staples during installation of wire, such as barbed wire, or wire cloth, such as chicken wire, includes a headpiece that defines an opening and a handle that extends essentially normal to a major axis of the opening. The headpiece can include magnets to facilitate holding a staple in the headpiece. The handle can include markings, such as would be employed to properly distance staples during use of the staple holder.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a template for determining the correct placement of one or more items at a desired location on a carrier includes at least one positioner capable of releasable, slideable engagement with at least one engager of at least one item.

Abstract: An assembly of a tape measure and a screwdriver includes a tape measure having a case, a ruler received in the case, an outlet being defined in the bottom of one side of the case for extension of the ruler, a receiving chamber being defined in one surface of the case and extending to an edge of the case, a pressing unit being disposed at one side of the case; and a screwdriver mechanism movably disposed in the receiving chamber of the case, the screwdriver mechanism having a positioning unit corresponding to the pressing unit. Thus, the assembly has functions of a tape measure and a screwdriver for easy use.

Abstract: A device for cutting a sheet rock panel. A base plate has a through slot that receives a blade of a conventional utility knife and a free end right angle metal end clip of conventional tape ruler and a blind slot that receives the conventional tape ruler. A clamping plate is displaceably attached to the base plate and clamps the conventional tape ruler between itself and the base plate. The clamping plate has a center portion that is circular-shaped and a portion that has a concave upper surface and a convex lower surface that clamps the conventional tape ruler in the concave blind slot in the base plate.

Abstract: A combination golf tool comprises a clubhead brush including a bristle portion mounted in or on a housing portion; an extendable, retractable measuring tape being disposed in the housing portion for selective deployment.

Abstract: The invention is essentially a tool device which is a combination of components, features and functions, including knife, chisel, scrapper, ruler, depth gage, and straight edge, housed in one easily handled and transported unit.

Abstract: A tool for inspecting a trailer kingpin and adjusting a fifth wheel hitch includes a plate having at least two mutually substantially perpendicular sides, one side having upper and lower generally rectangular tabs extending therefrom and separated by a space therebetween, the space being dimensioned to snugly receive a kingpin lower flange, the upper tab being dimensioned to be snugly received along a kingpin shank. Opposing this tabbed side is a side having at least one shaped recess for receiving a means for adjusting play in a fifth wheel hitch and transferring the application of torque thereto. The plate also includes a shaped aperture for receiving a kingpin, the shaped aperture having a substantially rectangular wide portion and a substantially rectangular narrow portion.

Abstract: A multi-purpose hand tool has a first member having a first portion and a second portion. A second portion member is slidably and pivotally coupled to the second portion of the first member. A coupling assembly pivotally couples the second member to the second portion of the first member and allows the second portion between a first position proximate a first end of the second portion in which the multi-purpose hand tool can be used to obtain a measurement for a first marking or scribing operation, and a second position proximate a second end of the second portion opposite the first end thereof in which the multi-purpose hand tool can be used to obtain a measurement for a second marking or scribing operation different from the first marking or scribing operation, thereby providing a multi-purpose hand tool reconfigurable for a plurality of purposes.

Abstract: A carabiner tool assembly is provided. The tool assembly comprises in one embodiment a body portion for storing a tool having a longitudinal length and a carabiner assembly. The body portion comprises an outside shell forming an interior chamber and an opening extending through the outside shell through to the interior chamber, the opening being sized to be only slightly larger than needed to pass the tool through in a direction along the longitudinal length of the tool. The carabiner assembly comprises a first leg having a selectively openable gate assembly, the first leg extending from a first section of the body portion. A second leg extends from a second section of the body portion and a third leg extends between and connects the first and second legs, wherein the first, second and third legs of the carabiner assembly define another opening. The carabiner assembly can also have only two legs.

Abstract: A dual headed hammer is a hammer with special features for framing and finishing applications. A first head of the hammer has a smaller head and face for finish carpentry applications, and may have a gridded-face to prevent nail slippage. A nail-extractor is located midway between the head and the handle. The opposite end of the hammer has a larger second head for framing applications. Additionally, the larger second head has a plurality of nail holders, complete with magnets, on the top and lateral sides of the second head. The handle is sized such that the total length of the invention is exactly 17.5 inches to aid in construction of walls that use 2×4 studs, 16 inches on center.

Abstract: A multipurpose tool for gripping an object and determining an orientation of a surface comprises a first arm with a jaw at one end and a grip at an opposite end and a second arm pivotally connected to the first arm about a pivot point. The second arm also has a jaw at one end and a grip at the opposite end. The grips are moveable between an open position for opening the jaws and a closed position for closing the jaws. At least one level vial is mounted on at least one of said arms such that the arm may be placed into engagement with the surface for determining the orientation of the surface.

Abstract: Multi-purpose equipment 10 is disclosed having a modular housing 12, a multi-function module 14 for containing electronic or mechanical devices, a tool pod 16 having multiple tools 106 pivotally attached thereto, an accessory compartment 18 for removably containing, for example, a disposable lighter 32. Module 14 is preferably removable and is adapted contain an electronic or mechanical device, such as a mechanical compass 172, an electronic compass 215, or other electronic devices. Tool pod 16 includes a plurality of pivotally attached tools 106. A lanyard 34 may also be provided to tether module 14 to housing 12.

Abstract: A carabiner tool assembly is provided. The tool assembly comprises in one embodiment a body portion for storing a tool having a longitudinal length and a carabiner assembly. The body portion comprises an outside shell forming an interior chamber and an opening extending through the outside shell through to the interior chamber, the opening being sized to be only slightly larger than needed to pass the tool through in a direction along the longitudinal length of the tool. The carabiner assembly comprises a first leg having a selectively openable gate assembly, the first leg extending from a first section of the body portion. A second leg extends from a second section of the body portion and a third leg extends between and connects the first and second legs, wherein the first, second and third legs of the carabiner assembly define another opening. The carabiner assembly can also have only two legs.

Abstract: A handle multi-tool of particular utility to electricians for performing many operations involved in electrical installations in which a number of different tools are necessary, such as: pliers, channel locks, multi-tip screw driver, level, wire nut driver, scraper, measuring tape, calculator, level, and plum bob. All of them may be partially or totally replaced by this handle multi-tool, the shape and weight of which resembles a common screwdriver.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hammer having a number of accessories including a storage cavity adapted to efficiently and conveniently hold tools, supplies, and the like and/or an additional number of accessories. The hammer comprises a hammer head having a front portion adapted for striking a nail or a tack, and a handle having a longitudinal extending cavity therein. A tray tailored to fit and slide within the longitudinal extending cavity is provided and is adapted to support a plurality of accessories.

Abstract: A trim-type hammer having a recess in its elongated handle housing a stud finder secured within by a lip having an impact member to mark the location on a sheetrocked wall overlying a stud beneath.

Abstract: A device and a method are provided for positioning an air cap of a pneumatically aided atomizer. The air cap has air horns extending from its face to provide flows of air to aid in atomizing and shaping the atomized particle stream. The method and apparatus contemplate providing a device having at least one first opening adapted to receive the horns and a first level for indicating when the horns received in the at least one first opening are in a desired orientation.

Abstract: A multi-purpose hand tool has a first member having opposite main surfaces and an elongated slot extending through the the main surfaces. A second member is slidably and pivotally coupled to one of the main surfaces of the first member. The second member has opposite main surfaces and a through-hole which extends through the main surfaces thereof and is generally vertically aligned with the elongated slot of the first member to define with the elongated slot a passage for receiving therethrough a marking member having a marking portion for contacting the surface of the material during a marking operation.

Abstract: A selectively detachable measuring and recording module for use with a hand tool including a module housing configured to be assembled to the hand tool, a measuring device coupled to the module housing, and a sound recording and playback device disposed within the module housing.

Abstract: A leveling device for a construction material surface surrounding a drainpipe presents an elongated beam having a central seat therein for reception of the end of a drainpipe therein. Upon a seating of the drainpipe, a pair of opposed inclined surfaces contact the construction material surrounding the drainpipe. Rotation of the beam about the drainpipe presents a smoothed, inclined surface about the drainpipe with the excess poured material being collected in pockets in a sidewall of the device. The depth of the inclined surfaces below the drainpipe top can be regulated. Bubble levels assure a proper orientation of the beam during rotation.

Abstract: An assembly that can be used to create a measurable point from the top of a three dimensional object to the bottom of a three dimensional object in a three dimensional plane.