Abstract: A unique glucose sensor to determine the glucose level in patients, for example, for use in treating or diagnosing diabetes. The patient's eye is automatically scanned using a dual source of polarized radiation, each transmitting at a different wavelength at one side of the cornea of the patient. A sensor located at the other side of the cornea detects the optical rotation of the radiation that passed through the cornea. The level of glucose in the bloodstream of the patient is a function of the amount of the optical rotation of the radiation detected at the other side of the cornea of the patient. The result is transmitted to a remote receiver that is coupled to a readout device to thereby provide non-invasive glucose determinations of high specificity and reliability.

Abstract: A power transmission apparatus comprising planetary gear elements for controlling the direction and speed of power transmitted to a driven power unit, such as a vehicle, industrial machines, household equipment, or the like. In one embodiment of the invention, power from a constant speed, uni-directional prime mover is converted to multi-speed forward and reverse power by controlling only the movement of the planetary carrier. In a variation of this embodiment of the invention, a variable speed uni-directional prime mover is converted into a speed division torque-multiplication system by control of the carrier by a torque control device, such as a torque converter, or mechanical torque limited. In yet another embodiment, control of the carrier and associated clutch mechanisms permits one of two output power paths from the transmission to be reversed while the first path continues to rotate in the same direction as the prime mover.

Abstract: A personalized message apparatus comprises a plate which has a cellular structure for providing fastening connector halves or holes. Integral with and covering the cellular structure is a surface which can be punched out in selected cells. The indicia comprises letters, numbers, fractions of letters or numbers, or other configurations or designs, each of which includes mating fastening connectors which fit through the punched surface into the holes. The indicia are placed over the surface and the connectors are pressed or snapped into the mating holes of the cellular structure. The plate, even without individual letters, numbers, fractions of these or the like, can be used for indicia by merely punching out or opening up holes in the proper arrangement to give the configuration of letters, figures, or any other shape or form.

Abstract: A range-hood installation device for use on canopy-type range-hoods so as to facilitate one-man installation by allowing preliminary juxtaposition of a range-hood against a wall or soffit through the use of two snap-in retaining brackets which hold the range-hood in place while allowing an installer to more easily finish complete installation by securing additional bolting devices.

Abstract: A pulse plating system wherein the duty cycle is controlled by skipping pulses in producing the output signal. The circuitry for controlling the skipping of the pulses can either be analog or digital type circuitry.

Abstract: A chain-and-anchor system stabilizes a standard ladder being used on penetrable or impenetrable surfaces. A chain, secured at either end to one of the ladder rails is held taut by an anchor; at the same time, anti-slip devices prevent ladder from shifting. For use on penetrable surfaces, the anchor and anti-slip devices are penetrating spikes, while for impenetrable surfaces, a weight box is used as an anchor, while anti-skid material fastened to the ladder rail ends serves as anti-slip devices.

Abstract: In a water treatment system, an electrolysis unit breaks water into its constituent gases of oxygen and hydrogen. Baffles capture and temporarily hold the resulting gas to prolong periods of aeration in the oxygen. Various vertical arrangements of baffles capture the gas escaping from the next lower baffles in a manner which assists in displacing slow moving water while resisting premature loss of oxygen to fast moving water.

Abstract: A paneled, dip-coated work glove for protecting a user's hand from liquid immersible and other work handling applications, having an outer surface layer of plastic material and an inner lining layer.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing pre-inked stamps in which a compact cabinet containing a cold press and a hot plate with means for insuring the safe usage of both the cold press and hot plate is used. Porous thermoplastic material is compressed without heat against a die; thereafter, heat is applied to the porous material, causing it to shrink and retain a memory of the die impressions.

Abstract: An improved paint container carrier for holding a container of paint having a contoured shape to conform to the contour of the user's body. The container further as a pivotally mounted lid for preventing spills and contamination of paint and straps for securing the device to the user's body. An adapter sleeve is provided so that the paint container carrier may receive various sizes of paint containers.

Abstract: Delivery tubes used with air caloric stimulation systems, when measuring vestibular responses. The delivery tubes fit into the patient's ears at the nozzle end thereof. Silastic tubing is provided narrower at the nozzle end for forming a higher velocity narrower stream of air directed at the tympanic membrane to produce more effective and consistent heat exchange with the labyrinth. A shield is provided to prevent the tubing from impinging on the tympanic membrane and to retain the apparatus in place. A handle is also provided to aid in the insertion of the delivery tube into the air canal, and to aid in attaching the delivery nozzle of the delivery head regularly used with the air caloric stimulation system.

Abstract: Universal protective socks to be used with ladders having side rails. When fastened in place, the socks prevent the ladder rails from marring any work surface upon which the ladder may be leaning.

Abstract: A locking arrangement for doors and the like comprising a key-operated cylinder lock mounted in the door or the like and extending at both surfaces, to be operated by a key, an actuating gear keyed to the cylinder of the lock, which by means of a gear wheel and curved links is adapted to move at least one elongated bolt linearly.

Abstract: Vibratory finishing equipment including a cylindrical drum having its axis set horizontally. The drum is resiliently mounted on a base. The base is equipped so that the drum can be tilted at a desired angle. The vibrators are mounted in an upper quadrant of the drum. The position of the vibrators in the upper quadrant of the cylindrical drum provides a unique combination of rotary, lateral and longitudinal motion which assures that all of the pieceparts are properly finished by the media within the drum.

Abstract: A standby power supply system utilized for continuously supplying alternating current power at a regulated value to a load independent of the line power amplitude of continuity. The standby power supply includes an inverter utilizing a direct current source. Direct current feedback circuitry is provided for improving the AC - DC synchronization, minimizing the drain on the source and for holding the direct current relatively constant thereby reducing the requirements of the direct current source.

Abstract: An articulated boat trailer for transporting small boats to and from launching sites. After the boat is launched, the trailer can be folded up onto the rear of the towing automobile without having to remove it from the hitch. Thus, the towing automobile and trailer, can be parked in a normal parking space.

Abstract: A display carton for an article of merchandise is formed from a cut and scored blank of paperboard, or the like, and is characterized by upper and lower paired cells protecting the article, the two cells at each end of the completed carton having cell walls in confronting relationship, so that resistance to crushing of the completed carton and good stacking qualities are provided.

Abstract: A device to enable a pool player to pre-determine the direction to drive a cue ball in order to contact an object ball and drive the object ball in a pocket of a pool table. A plurality of mirrors are vertically disposed about a flat surface, and a combined cue ball direction and location magnetized simulation device is positionable on and viewable from anywhere on the flat surface. By observing the reflections of the simulation device in the mirrors from the desired pocket or position, a pool player is able to determine the proper direction to strike the cue ball with the cue stick.

Abstract: A universal wheel system which will accomodate a variety of lug bolt configuration radii described by a series of lug bolts extending from a vehicle's standard brake drum and hub assembly thus enabling attachment of the wheel and an associated tire.

Abstract: A range-hood electrical wiring connection arrangement for use on canopy type range-hoods to facilitate one-man installation of the electrical power link-up. The incoming power cable is first mechanically coupled to a connection device and then the connection device is attached to the range-hood.