Abstract: A 3-D simulator amusement ride dimensioned to fit within existing buildings having 12 to 15 foot high ceilings. The ride includes a motion base formed in a hexagonal pattern with up to six degrees of freedom of movement, a passenger enclosure supported upon the motion base, a 3-D video image system attached to the enclosure and a computerized control system which functions to synchronize the movement of the enclosure to a projected 3-D video.

Abstract: A portable vibratory concrete screed is disclosed. The concrete screed includes a screed blade including a flat bottom wall extending between a front edge of the screed blade and a rear edge of the screed blade. The screed also includes a vibratory assembly, with an eccentric weight, coupled to the screed blade, wherein the eccentric weight rotates in a plane which is oblique to the bottom wall of the screed blade. Finally, the screed includes a handle assembly extending from the vibratory assembly and coupling a motor to the vibratory assembly to drive the eccentric weight and vibrate the screed blade.

Abstract: A protective cover for a hand operated computer control device. The device includes a cover having a cavity shaped to receive a control device such that the control device is releasably held within the cavity. The cover further includes weakened sections creating a push button member oriented to be adjacent a button on the control device when the control device is positioned within the cover. The push button member is moveable into the cavity to engage and actuate a button on the control device when a user presses down on the push button member.

Abstract: A method for coating sports implements to improve the hardness and wear characteristics of the sports implement is disclosed. The method includes the steps of generating a high velocity gas stream directed at a sports implement and feeding a powder within the gas stream such that the powder contacts the sports implement to form a coating with high bond strength. Sports implements coated in accordance with the present method are also disclosed.

Abstract: A resistance jump rope for strength and cardiovascular conditioning, wherein the jump rope includes a first handle having a first end and a second end and a second handle having a first end and a second end. The jump rope further includes a first elongated, flexible cord having a first end and a second end. The first end of the cord is rotatably coupled to the first end of the first handle and the second end of the cord is rotatably coupled to the first end of the second handle. The jump rope also includes a second resilient cord which is substantially shorter than the first cord. The second cord includes a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the second cord is secured to the first handle and the second end of the second cord is secured to the second handle.

Abstract: A golf ball dispenser formed of a plurality of transparent tubular golf ball containers attached by a mounting bridge member and a strap. A connector on the strap permits attaching the dispenser to a rigid object. Each container includes a loading opening and a dispensing opening. A pivotable golf ball dispensing cradle, located at the dispensing opening and spring biased in a normally closed position, is actuated by a lever to transport a golf ball from within the tubular container through the dispensing opening for removal by a golfer.

Abstract: A theft prevention device for a vehicle including a passenger compartment in which a steering wheel is provided to control the movement of the vehicle is disclosed. The theft prevention device includes a first arm having a first end, a second end and a central section. The theft prevention device also includes a second arm having a first end, a second end and a central section, wherein the central section of the first arm is pivotally secured to the central section of the second arm. The theft prevention device is also provided with a lock selectively coupled between the first arm and the second arm to lock the first arm relative to the second arm and securely position the theft prevention device within a vehicle steering wheel by locking the first arm and the second arm in an X-shaped orientation to obstruct the passenger compartment in the vehicle and deter the theft of the vehicle.

Abstract: A light fixture housing for fixtures generating substantial heat, wherein the fixtures include a lamp and socket connected to a core/coil energized by a capacitor and ignitor. The light fixture housing includes a housing including a first central compartment storing the core/coil, a second compartment storing the capacitor, and a third compartment storing the ignitor. A first internal wall separates and insulates the second compartment from the first central compartment and a second internal wall separates and insulates the third compartment from the first central compartment. The first internal wall includes a first opening permitting electrical connections between the capacitor and the core/coil to pass therethrough and the second internal wall includes a second opening permitting electrical connections between the ignitor and the core/coil to pass therethrough.

Abstract: A recording method and system that provides optional and controllable song lyric acoustical promptings and music for Karaoke participants which is also capable of providing phonetic instruction for formative bilingual skill development. The acoustical prompts are in the form of short spoken phrases, acoustically provided just prior to the time at which the actual vocal should be sung. The method of acoustical prompting employs a listen--sing-along procedure effected via the interaction of the spoken instructor-promptings and the Karaoke participant. The acoustical system includes preparing a multi-track recording in proper time sequence to provide a precedent acoustical prompt. For example, the recording could have stereo music on two tracks, an original vocal on a third track in synchronism with the music, and on a fourth track rapidly spoken prompt messages preceding respective portions (vocal lines) of the original vocal.

Abstract: A bulldozer blade mounting structure is disclosed. The mounting structure includes a first pivot arm having a first end adapted for pivotal attachment to a tractor and a second end coupled to a bulldozer blade, and a second pivot arm having a first end adapted for pivotal attachment to a tractor and a second end coupled to a bulldozer blade. The mounting structure also includes a first coupling joint coupling the second end of the first pivot arm to the bulldozer blade, wherein the first coupling joint permits the bulldozer blade to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the first pivot arm and to rotate about an axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the first pivot arm.

Abstract: A round golf club grip for woods, metalwoods and irons having an outer surface with a constant diameter from the cap end to the opposite opening end.

Abstract: A non-explosive rock breaking method is disclosed. The method is accomplished by first drilling a hole into a rock. A charging system is then positioned adjacent the hole and a propellant cartridge is inserted within the charging system. The propellant cartridge contains a propellant and means for igniting the propellant. Finally, the propellant cartridge is forced through the charging system and into the hole to ignite the propellant. A cartridge and apparatus for performing the method are also disclosed.

Abstract: A universal adapter kit for a two-way radio having a microphone jack. The adapter kit includes a universal keying adapter including a radio plug for attachment to the microphone jack of the standard two-way radio. The adapter kit further includes a microphone connected to the keying adapter, wherein the microphone is adapted to be selectively secured to a support structure, and a keying switch connected to the keying adapter. The keying adapter includes circuitry permitting an individual to use the microphone and the keying switch to transmit message over a wide variety of two-way radios without modifying the radio.

Abstract: A head for a golf club includes a body shell, a face plate held on the body shell for striking the golf ball and an internal element mounted in the body shell for reinforcing the face plate. More specifically, the face plate is deflectable from a static position to a striking position as a result of stress produced when striking the golf ball. Further, a mechanism is provided for maintaining a gap between the reinforcing element and the face plate when the face plate is in a static position so as to provide a cushioning effect immediately upon striking the golf ball. .Iadd.The club head having a face plate mounting assembly in the form of a channel on the body shell, a cooperating lug on the face plate for receipt in the channel and a mounting flange on the body shell for capturing the lug within the channel..Iaddend.