Abstract: A new prenatal music belt for sharing the soothing effects of music and the like with an unborn child. The inventive device includes an elongated, elastic belt with a buckle at one end of the belt for readily permitting adjustments to the size of the belt. A pair of pockets are attached by loops to the belt so that the position of the pockets can be adjusted to any position along the belt. The pockets are sized and shaped for retaining earphones from a sound playback device therein, with the earphone being directed towards the mother's abdomen so that sound from the earphones is directed towards the fetus. The sound playback device is attached by a clip to the belt at any position therealong which is comfortable to the wearer. The pockets are closed by VELCRO/hook and loop type fasteners in order retain the earphones therein.

Abstract: An adjustable arm support for attachment to a medical stretcher for use in supporting in a fixed position the arm of a person sitting or lying on the stretcher. The arm support would attach to one of the side rails of a stretcher, attach equally well to the left and right sides of the stretcher, and be foldable against the side rail when not needed for use. Also, when the side rail of the stretcher is lowered, the arm support attached to it assumes an out-of-the-way position beneath the stretcher. A swivel unit and locking bolts would allow for adjustment of the height of the arm support, as well as its pitch and yaw movement. In the preferred embodiment hook and pile fasteners would be used to secure a person's arm to the arm support. Also, when the person leaves the stretcher, the arm support could be detached from the stretcher, while continually supporting the person's arm, and moved with the person for subsequent attachment to other objects.

Abstract: A tri-hull using air and water collectively channeled and controlled through its design to enhance speed and stability of the tri-hull as it moves forward through the water. Structural wings connecting the two outer hulls to the middle hull comprise operational flaps which direct air in a desired direction along with the flow of air into air intake channels, the air exiting into hydrochannels beneath each outer hull where the interaction of the exiting air on the water moving through each hydrochannel provides an equalization or an upward force to the rear of the tri-hull and a resulting equalization or a downward force to the bow of the tri-hull which enhances the stability of the tri-hull at high speeds. The tri-hull also has adjustable air flow relief valves for controlling the flow of air into hydrochannels and sub fins beneath each outer hull to provide traction during turns.

Abstract: A clean and easy-to-use, portable upright apparatus, and a method for its use, which can be used to flush and fill the radiator and coolant systems of motorized vehicles in approximately 15 minutes, the apparatus comprising a self-priming pump, a waste collection tank, a tank for holding new or recycled coolant, a filter assembly, and a wheeled support structure for conveniently and efficiently housing the pump, tanks, filter assembly, and the several hoses needed to perform the flush and fill procedure. Applications may include, but are not limited to, flushing coolant from automobile radiators and refilling them with new or recycled coolant.

Abstract: A new clear view wash shield for washing a paint roller and permitting viewing of the washing operation. The inventive device includes first and second transparent shield halves, with each half having a generally flat portion and a semi-cylindrical raised portion within each flat portion. The raised portions form a cylindrical housing for a paint roller when the shield halves are connected together. One of the semi-cylindrical raised portions includes a flexible water inlet flap thereon through which water from a spray nozzle is introduced into the cylindrical housing. The shield halves include interfitting projections and grooves for connecting the shield halves together, and each shield half includes a semi-cylindrical handle portion. The handle portions form a handle housing for enclosing the handle of the paint roller when the shield halves are connected together.

Abstract: An exercise device for use under water to exercise muscles associated with a person's upper extremities, the device comprising a wheel support member, a wheel, a plurality of paddles, and a handle, the wheel support member being anchored to the side or bottom of a swimming pool or other body of water. The wheel is movably attached to the wheel support member so that the wheel can revolve around its central axis during use. Each paddle is removably attached to one of the sides of the wheel, or in the alternative to its perimeter, with means that allow the orientation of each paddle to be individually changed into a variety of fixed positions between a first position of maximum water resistance and a second position that is rotated ninety degrees from the first position and creates a position of minimum water resistance.

Abstract: An improved light switch assembly and a method for its use, wherein the improvement comprises an extension comprising a rod attached on one of its ends to a ring, with the ring being suspended from a hole formed near the end of the lever component of a conventional toggle-type light switch assembly. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use by children for autonomous use of toggle-type light switches, use by an elderly or infirm person who has fallen to signal for help by blinking the light associated with the switch, and use by people restricted to wheelchairs to avoid the expense of lowering electrical switches in a home to a position within their reach.

Abstract: A warning device for people with the potential of operating a motorized vehicle while under the influence of substances which can impair their judgment and their ability to react to unexpected situations. The warning device is locked onto the steering mechanism of the motorized vehicle and is activated when a movement detector senses the presence of a potential operator. Audio and visual reminders against driving while impaired are provided to the potential operator prior to starting the engine. The warning device can be removed from the steering mechanism through the use of a key, a procedure that could prove difficult for an impaired person. Although it is contemplated for the warning device to be used predominantly on automobiles, applications could also include use on other types of motorized vehicles such as trucks, motorcycles, boats and airplanes.

Abstract: A piece of jewelry in the form of a necklace or bracelet which would have a permanently sealed, air-tight chamber within for secure containment of a small portion of the ashes of a loved one, baby teeth of a child, or a lock of hair of someone important to the user of the jewelry. The piece of jewerly may include more than one chamber for containment of ashes, teeth, or hair of more than one person important to the user. Also included is a method for sealing the same within such a piece of jewelry with silicone sealant. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use by grandparents to feel closer to a grandchild living at a remote distance from them, use by parents to commemorate important occasions involving their children, and use by boyfriends, girlfriends, and spouses for feeling closer to the one they love particularly when facing a separation, such as that required by military duty.

Abstract: A collapsible exercise device having three U-shaped frame members pivotally connected at one pivot point, and each frame member being connected between free swingable portions by straps. A foot shaft is pivotally connected to a base frame member, and is also connected by a strap to the swingable portion of a middle frame member. A user positions himself on a floor or level surface within the apparatus, using his legs to depress the foot shaft, and creating tension on the straps, which pivots the frame members at the pivot point, thus lifting the head and torso therewith. The user exercises by alternatively depressing the foot shaft to lift up the head and torso into an engaged position, and then releasing pressure on the foot shaft to return the head and torso to a rest position.

Abstract: Multi layer foot pads attached to the sole portions of pantyhose for placement against the soles of a wearer's feet, the foot pads comprising an outer gripping layer and an inner layer which functions to keep moisture away from the wearer's feet. In the preferred embodiment the inner layer comprises moisture absorbing material, as well as material adjacent to the wearer's feet for wicking moisture away therefrom and into the moisture absorbing material. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use for increasing the comfort of a wearer by keeping the wearer's feet dry and securely positioned within a shoe, use in eliminating the common and irritating problem of conventional foot pads bunching and wrinkling inside a pair of shoes, as well as eliminating the common problem of the foot portion of pantyhose slipping inside a pair of shoes.

Abstract: A protective cover that a user may place over the earpiece or the mouthpiece of a telephone receiver to protect the user from unknown and potentially harmful substances which may have been left on the receiver by a previous user. The present invention also contemplates a method for providing such covers for use with public telephones and a coin-operated dispenser which is intended for placement adjacent to public telephones so that people using public telephones may have ready access to a means for sanitary use of the earpieces and mouthpieces of public telephone receivers.

Abstract: A cover for use in blocking the openings in disposable oil filters for protection of the interior surfaces of new disposable oil filters from outside contamination and also for containment of residual oil within used disposable oil filters to prevent leakage of the used oil therefrom. The protective cover has a coverplate and a knob located on the upper surface thereof for attaching and removing the protective cover from a disposable oil filter. The protective cover may also have external threads on the perimeter of the coverplate for mating with internal threads on the disposable oil filter, an externally threaded inner shaft depending from the lower surface of the coverplate, a fixed or free-spinning knob, and studs for additional security in covering the openings located through the outer surface of the disposable oil filter.

Abstract: A flexible tubular recycling container having elastic gathering means on both of its ends to reduce the size of its upper and lower openings, elongated flexible straps attached to its upper end to function as a handle or hanging support, and a removable pocket attached to its outer surface. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use in recycling both plastic bags and manufacturer's coupons.

Abstract: A storage container for elongated pieces of jewelry, such as necklaces and bracelets, having a base member, a cover attached to the upper surface of the base member, and a plurality of jewelry support rods also attached to the upper surface of the base member and positioned within the cover. The distal end of each upwardly depending jewelry support rod has a hooked configuration and the cover is removable from the base for display of the jewelry upon the support rods. The cover is also rotatable upon the base member with an opening therein to provide easy access to all jewelry stored therein without removal of the cover. It is also contemplated for the base member and the cover to be configured and decorated as a object d'art or a lamp to conceal and safeguard the jewelry while the cover is positioned upon the base member. Applications may include, but are not limited to, both the displaying of elongated pieces of jewelry and its safeguarding from damage and loss.

Abstract: An underwater apparatus for exercising muscles associated with a person's legs and feet which has an adjustable seat and a U-shaped configuration which allows it to be reoriented within a body of water for use in alternatively exercising muscles associated with a person's shoulders and upper extremities. Paddles are removably attached to a pair of spaced-apart wheels mounted laterally on one end of the U-shaped frame, while a vertically adjustable seat is connected to the other end of the U-shaped frame. A weight anchors the frame securely into a fixed position against the bottom of the body of water in which the apparatus is used. Paddles are each attached to the perimeter of one or both of the wheels by a casing so that each paddle extends radially beyond the perimeter of the wheel to which it is attached.

Abstract: A bathtub cleaning system which does not store used bathtub water in a separate chamber, but instead draws the used water from the bathtub after use and mixes it with a cleaning solvent, thereafter distributing it to nozzles positioned around the top edge of the bathtub for flushable cleaning of the bathtub walls and floor without scrubbing. Applications may include, but are not be limited to, use in residences, hotels, hospitals, nursing homes, college dormitories, and campground facilities to reduce the labor and amount of fresh water required to clean bathtubs. The bathtub cleaning system is also contemplated for use by persons with limited mobility, such as infirm, overweight, physically challenged, and elderly persons.

Abstract: A concrete placer for attachment to a skid steer loader which runs only off the auxiliary hydraulics and electrical power of the skid steer loader. The concrete placer comprises a hopper, a concrete pump frame, two concrete pumping cylinders, and a small hydraulic cylinder and swing valve assembly which together control movement of a swing valve to alternately receive concrete from each of the two concrete pumping cylinders and discharge it from a porthole in the hopper. Since skid steer loaders are manufactured with regular and high flow hydraulic systems, it is contemplated for the present invention to have two embodiments, one embodiment with a pumping capacity suitable for use with the regular flow hydraulic system and the other embodiment with a pumping capacity suitable for use with the high flow hydraulic system. Applications may include, but are not limited to, placing concrete in hard to reach areas.

Abstract: A tarp which may be pulled along the surface of the ground by hand, or while being attached behind a motorized vehicle, and used for expeditiously carrying a variety of objects which collectively would be too heavy or too awkward to carry in one's arms. The tarp has a hemmed perimeter, corner reinforcing pieces, at least one reinforced area attached to its bottom surface, a plurality of eyelets attached to the hemmed perimeter, and telescoping support bars positioned within the hemmed perimeter to evenly distribute pulling forces along the leading edge of the tarp. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use behind motorized vehicles such as tractors, lawn tractors, all terrain vehicles, snow mobiles, golf carts, truck, and automobiles, for residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural purposes.

Abstract: A wheel cover for mounting on a wheel comprising a base member having a disc member rotatably mounted thereto to display an indicia thereon, the base member and disc member each includes stabilizing structure configured to mate with each other to maintain concentric alignment and restrict oscillation of the disc member relative to the base member and a counterweight attached to the disc member such that as the base member rotates with the wheel rim the disc member does not rotate relative to the vehicle so that the indicia on the disc member can be viewed as the vehicle translates over the supporting surface.