Abstract: The subject invention comprises a light-reflective device comprising an article made of light-reflecting material to which is attached fastening means rotatably mounted thereto. Because of the moveable features of the fastening means of the subject invention, the article may be attached to varying objects in varying positions with respect thereto. For example, the reflective device may be worn by a jogger on his or her clothing. In addition, the device may be easily attached to a sneaker or a sock or a bicycle or a baby carriage and the like. Furthermore, because the reflective surface moves in varying positions relative to the fastening means, as the object to which it is attached moves (for example, a jogger), light, impacting upon the surface of the light-reflective device, is reflected in a pulsating manner thereby rendering the object more visible to an oncoming observer.

Abstract: A pen-based computer copy editing apparatus includes a pressure sensitive screen for displaying original text having page breaks thereon; a pen for writing on the screen by applying pressure thereon; and a CPU for (a) identifying handwriting and gestures corresponding to insertions and deletions of portions of the original text and identifying the insertion of typesetting codes and author queries, in response to pressure applied by the pen on the screen, (b) controlling the screen to display the inserted text corresponding to the handwriting in a handwritten font different from the typewritten font already displayed on the screen such that the inserted text is discernable from screen text in the typewritten font, (c) controlling the screen to display the deleted text in the typewritten font with a strike-out therethrough, such that the deleted text is discernable from unmodified screen text in the typewritten font, (d) controlling the screen to display the typesetting codes in a particular font, (e) controlli

Abstract: A theft prevention device for vehicles including a vehicle body upon which a vehicle seat is mounted, wherein the vehicle seat includes a seat member and a lumbar support member. The theft prevention device includes an extension member having a first end adapted for attachment to the body of a vehicle and a second end adapted for attachment to the vehicle seat. The extension member is extendable between a first compact length and a second extended length. The theft prevention device is further provided with a locking member coupled to the extension member for selectively locking the extension member at desired lengths. In use, the extension member locks the seat in a forward position preventing a thief from accessing the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The invention also provides a vehicle having a theft prevention device. The vehicle includes a vehicle seat moveable between a first rearward position and a second forward position.

Abstract: This invention comprises a two-piece cover for binding a plurality of sheets into a booklet or brochure. The front cover panel is adapted to having printed material applied to one side by use of a standard photocopy or offset printing equipment. After application of the printed design on the front cover panel, the booklet is assembled by securing the front cover panel to the rear cover panel. The front cover panel is secured to the edge of a stack of sheets by securing means or staples. The rear cover panel contains a flap portion situated along a longitudinal side edge which is delineated from the remaining rectangular portion of the rear cover panel by two hinge-forming scorelines. The distance between the two scorelines is slightly greater than the height of the stack of sheets.

Abstract: A carrying case and anchoring system for a beach umbrella and its support shaft is disclosed comprising in combination:(1) Container means consisting of top, bottom and side members wherein the top and bottom members are operationally connected at one edge by hinge means to allow pivoting of the members about the axis of the hinge means whereby the container is opened and closed; wherein the top, bottom and side members define a hollow cavity when the carrying case is closed of sufficient size to receive a beach umbrella, its support shaft and a weighting medium for anchoring the container means, umbrella and support shaft; the top and bottom members being further characterized by possessing a plurality of paired openings situated through the top and bottom members wherein the openings of each pair are in direct opposition to one another such that when the carrying case is closed, the opening in the top member is juxtaposed upon the opening in the bottom member, thereby forming a channel through which the umb

Abstract: This invention provides an improved aerodynamic disc comprising a central portion and a perimeter portion, the perimeter portion defining a central cavity situated within the central rim portion, in which upper and lower openings are connected by a threaded circular sidewall. The central portion of the disc contains a rotatably removable insert which is threadably engaged with the threaded circular sidewall of the central cavity. The insert comprises upper and lower circular surfaces which are connected by a threaded circular sidewall. The threading of the central cavity sidewall of the disc and the circular sidewall of the insert, are in male/female relationship to one another. Accordingly, by inserting and rotating the insert in the central cavity, the threads become engaged thereby locking the insert into the central cavity. Conversely, the insert may be rotated in the opposite direction, thereby removing it from the cavity.

Abstract: The guide bars of a warp knitting/crochet warp knitting as well as the plurality of needles associated with such machines are automatically fully controlled for each full reciprocal movement in the knitting cycle of said machines. The pattern bars, yarn guides and needles are all moved in synchronism with each other and the rotation of the main machine drive to generate various desired patterns through a programmable memory with the capacity to store all the information required to position all the pattern governing parts in a series of juxtapositions which produce the desired patterns in the cloth fabricated by said machine. Said programmable memory means is integrated with a signal processing means generating signals which control the rotation of Servo-Motors; direction of the rotation of said Servo-Motors; rate of rotation of said Servo-Motors; and duration of each said series of rotations.

Abstract: An electric light fixture and a programmable electronic circuit combined into a unitary structure to thus enable the operational modes of the electric light fixture to be preset. It is also so constructed that single fastening means removably secures the unitary structure to a supporting structure.

Abstract: A portable pet toilet, comprising a receptacle member having a side wall element defining a top mouth portion and a bottom mouth portion and a lid member and a bottom wall element that are pivotably mounted on the receptacle member at the top mouth portion and bottom mouth portion, respectively. The pet toilet comprises an elongated handle member, structure for actuating the lid member and bottom wall member, and a cover element removably disposed at the inside surface of the bottom wall element.

Abstract: The invention relates to a flexible diaphragm which is surrounded at its periphery by an annular ring. This diaphragm is implanted into the pulp chamber after endodontic treatment and provides a covering for the root canal system to prevent infiltration of bacteria and other sources of infection. The device finds particular utility in the context of post-operative inflammation and/or infection in the supporting tissues which may result in build up of intraosseous pressure. The flexibility of the diaphragm material permits it to expand under pressure, thereby minimizing any discomfort which may be otherwise experienced by the patient.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being abhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are abhesive to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image-bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for maintaining the relative position between wire being fed onto a bobbin and wire wound about the bobbin for forming a coil comprising guide means for guiding the wire onto the bobbin; a sensing arm movably responsive to shifting of the wire upon winding thereof onto the bobbin and displacing means for synchronously displacing the guide means dependent upon the position of the wire wound about the bobbin.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being abhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are abhesive to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image-bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being abhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are abhesive to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image-bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being adhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are adhesive to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image-bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being adhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are adhesive to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.

Abstract: A protective garment segment is provided which is made of flexible, water-resistant plastic material which is skin compatible, the protective garment segment defining an elongated hollow cavity adapted to surround a body member inserted theren; the garment segment comprises a closed end and a limb-receiving sleeve end through which a body member can be inserted; the sleeve end is provided with sealing means so that a water tight garment to body seal can be effected; the garment is provided with means for introducing liquid flow into the interior of the garment so that the limb inserted therein can be bathed and treated with said liquid; means are provided for distributing the liquid through tubes extending throughout the interior of the jacket. Means are also provided to allow the joining of garment segments, with the ultimate capability of joining limb segments to a torso segment resulting in a plastic suit, covering the entire body from the neck down.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a dry transfer imaging technique comprising electrophotographic deposition of an image onto the rear side of a carrier sheet, said carrier sheet being further characterized by being abhesive to the image deposited thereupon; contacting said image-bearing rear side of said carrier sheet with an exterior surface and applying pressure to the front side of said carrier sheet, whereby transfer of said image to said exterior surface is effectuated.The carrier sheets which are abhesvie to the deposited image form a part of the invention. In addition, novel colorless toners have been developed which, when deposited upon the image-bearing carrier sheet, enhance the adherability of said image to the exterior surface.