Abstract: Described herein is a removable food compressing attachment in combination with a pressure generating device. The food compressing attachment connects to an aperture within the pressure generating device, so the aperture is continuous with the food compressing attachment interior. When a longitudinal cooking tool inserts into the food compressing attachment interior, food flowing from the aperture enters the attachment interior under pressure from the pressure generating device. The compressed food within the attachment interior forms a fixed continuous shaped mass along the longitudinal cooking tool which traverses the attachment interior. There is also a removable template by which the food compressing attachment can produce a narrower continuous food mass along the longitudinal cooking tool.

Abstract: A method of combined intercropping and mulching of commercial crops is described herein. Suitable annuals such as young wheat and/or buckwheat plants are planted in soil in which legumes were originally planted. A portion of the resulting upper portions of young wheat and/or buckwheat plants is mowed and blended with organic debris to provide nutrients for intercropped commercial plants such as corn and soybeans. The remaining portion is chopped blended with organic debris and sprayed onto the top layer of seeded soil as combination mulch. For larger commercial applications, conventional agricultural machines are described herein, and are modified for the most efficient intercropping. For best results, at least one intercropped commercial plant should be a legume.

Abstract: Described herein is a bicycle brake assembly which comprises a torsion spring attached to brake arms by bosses. The torsion spring simultaneously attaches to a slide bolt, while the slide bolt attaches to a slide member. When the rider applies pressure upon the bike handlebar levers, the tension from the bicycle cable pulls the slide bolt and engaged slide member upward. The torsion spring attached to the slide bolt flexes, thereby pulling the upper brake arms toward each other. The lower brake arm movement towards the bicycle rim results in abutment of brake shoes against the bicycle rim.

Abstract: Described herein is a portable animal waste remover with an elongated handle, or two handle components attached to a tapered scoop. The tapered scoop easily fits between an animal's hind legs prior to that animal's defecation. The scoop can contain a notch into which the edges or handles of a disposable bag insert. The bag thereby acts as a liner for the scoop and traps the waste from the animal. The user removes the uppermost edges of the bag from the slot and removes the bag from the curved scoop while retaining the waste within the bag. In other embodiments the elongated handle has an adjustable handle length extension, comprises a wheel, or fits within the user's pocket.

Abstract: Described herein is a locking device which integrates mechanical components in a hollow metal door frame with electronic access components. The preferred embodiment comprises a magnetic field generating device, an appropriately shaped metal solenoid housing and a cam retaining locking bar attached to a hollow stem. The electronic components override the original mechanical components of the lock to create a fail-safe situation in which the original mechanical lock may be disabled. In the preferred embodiment, my upgraded locking device can be re-installed within a hollow door frame, thereby minimizing service costs and doorframe modification costs.

Abstract: A pluming vent cover is described herein which is easily manufactured and adapted to a roof on or off-site. A roof's pluming vent pipe requires a cover for both aesthetics and improved operation. In the preferred embodiment the pluming vent cover comprises an upper pyramidal cap, two rounded metal straps and a cone-shaped base. The operator can trim the lower ovoid continuous edge of the cone-shaped base to conform to the slope and pitch of the roof, shingles, or both. A method for producing this pluming vent cover is also described.

Abstract: Described herein is an electromagnetic locking device which integrates mechanical lock components in a hollow metal door frame with electronic access components. The physical and mechanical modifications comprise a magnetic field generating device, an appropriately shaped metal housing and a cam retaining locking bar. The method for integrating a magnetic field generating device and cam retaining locking bar with previously installed mechanical lock components minimizes service costs and replacement of doorframes.

Abstract: A novel process for successfully intercropping corn and soybean plants is described herein. For best ecological results, the corn and soybeans are planted at specific predetermined distances at the same time of year. The corn and soybeans create a microclimate of humidity, as well as a root system and groundcover which effectively resists drought and erosion. Another advantage is use of conservation tillage which is compatible with the ecological longterm advantages of intercropping commercial annual grains and legumes.

Abstract: A modified game of chess comprising four individual armies is disclosed herein. There can be two, three, or four individual participants. A gameboard is modified to comprise seventy-two alternating smaller squares of equal dimensions for a total of 144 squares, but of two distinct alternating colors. The gameboard has a border with linear groups of designation marks for initial pawn movements. The methodology is novel in that two, three, or four participants, each initially with his or her own modified army of chess pieces, can form or dissolve alliances with other armies. Armies may also, by checkmate, control one or more defeated armies. The result is a modified game for experienced players.

Abstract: A spatially and mechanically independent removable display attachment with wedge retainers for vertical cylindrical supports which consists of a flat member surrounded by an upwardly rising rim and an upwardly protruding open tubular segment. The opening completely pierces the flat member, so that a pole or pipe can easily slide through the invention. The attachment is supported at various vertical distances along the pole by a combination of structural innovations, O-rings, and in intimate physical contact and combination with wedgelike retainers.

Abstract: A novel laminar flow nozzle for fuel injected racing cars is described herein. One novel feature comprises a narrow angle between converging conduit component channels. These channels, in turn, supply vaporized fuel and nitrous oxide to the main chamber of the nozzle. Another important novel feature is the integral structure of the nozzle; the conduit components, generally rigid and cylindrical in shape, are physical integral components of the nozzle. The result of our invention is a nozzle with a smooth laminar flow of gases which results in less turbulence and greater horsepower.

Abstract: A planter box for installation on the top of a narrow horizontal surface includes a lower surface with at least one recessed depression. Each depression comprises serrations around its periphery. A rectangular connector with serrations complementary to the serrations of a respective depression and a downwardly depending peg, is frictionally inserted in each depression. In this manner, when the box rests on the top of the panel, one peg extends downwardly in close relation, but not contacting the panel. A wedge member is provided for each peg, each wedge member including a block with a friction surface to contact a respective wall member side, and a slanted slot to receive a respective peg. As each wedge member slides along a respective peg in a direction parallel to the panel top, the friction surface of each wedge member will be brought into frictional contact with a respective panel side to hold the planter box in place.

Abstract: A planter box for installation on the top of a narrow horizontal surface such as the top of a movable room partition or panel includes a lower surface with at least one pair of side-by-side, circular depressions. Each depression includes serrations around its periphery. A rectangular connector with serrations complementary to the serrations of a respective depression at its short ends, and a downwardly depending peg, is frictionally inserted in each depression at an angle such that, when the box rests on the top of the panel, one peg extends downwardly on each side of the panel in close relation, but not contacting the panel.

Abstract: A spatially and mechanically independent donut bowl structure is provided. The preferred embodiment consists of a flat member surrounded by an upwardly rising rim and an upwardly protruding open tubular segment on the upper surface. The opening completely pierces the donut bowl, so that a pole or pipe can easily slide through the invention. The donut support can be used by itself as a small dish. It can also be used interchangeably as a versatile, lightweight, and inexpensive container or tray component to any variety of decorative displays using poles, pipes, or pedestals.

Abstract: A folder for carrying business cards and the like, and a method for inexpensively producing the card carrier is described herein. A paperboard folder, which can open and close along a spine, is coated or otherwise designed along its outer surface. A sheet of plastic or other suitable material is next printed on its lower surface with adhesive stripes. This printed sheet is applied to the interior surface of the folder, where it is die-cut to produce the slots for inserting the cards. In this manner, a consumer can easily and quickly arrange his business cards in an inexpensive manner. The folder also comes with an elastic band which binds other papers to the card carrier's exterior surface. My invention is also easily adapted as a leaf or leaves in a restaurant menu, in which the pockets with slots easily hold removable cards printed with special entrees.

Abstract: A portable party riser, or pedestal-type stand, is provided, consisting of several container-bases and a thin cylindrical rigid stem for support. The container-bases are manually connected to this stem by fitting either of the two ends of the support tightly into the appropriate socket or hub on either surface of the flange of each container-base. The structure is generally supported by a bottom container acting as the base, and resting upon a horizontal surface such as a floor or table top. As such, it is an excellent device for placing decorative arrangements, because it is leakproof without a gluing or other adhesive means.