Abstract: Dough preparation apparatus of the "dough docker" type consisting of a shaft having a central region upon which a plurality of individual rollers are mounted in side-by-side relationship defining a roller stack. Radially extending teeth are defined upon each roller, and a gauging roller is mounted at each end of the stack of a diameter slightly greater than that of the stack rollers. Tubular sleeves are rotatably mounted upon the shaft end regions defining handles, and bolts threaded into the shaft ends maintain the assembly of components.

Abstract: A retainer for pegboard brackets for holding the brackets on the board and providing additional support and retention. The retainer includes a rear member interposed between a bracket stem located adjacent the pegboard front surface having a recess for receiving the stem and a stabilizing projection received within a pegboard perforation, and a front member extends across the bracket stem slidably attached to the rear member firmly relating the stem to the rear and front members. Latching structure defined on the front member cooperates with locking means formed on the rear member to maintain the assembly of the members.

Abstract: A contractible coupling for flared conduit connections of an annular configuration wherein the coupling includes a resilient metal band having tabs at the band ends permitting the band to be opened while contraction is produced by the band resiliency. A plurality of fingers located along the band lateral edges are deformed inwardly in spaced parallel relationship to the band inner surface to provide circumferentially spaced pressure points on the conduit flares being clamped.

Abstract: A self-contained tank filling fitting having dual operation wherein the fitting may be used with a gravity fluid supply system or a pressurized fluid supply system. The fitting includes an elbow having an upper end closed by a removable cap, and a pressurized filling port located in the bend of the elbow aligns with a tank port to reduce resistance to pressurized fluid filling. An automatic differential pressure valve controlled by a float operated vent automatically closes the pressurized filling port upon the tank being filled.

Abstract: An accessory for use with the cable of a downrigger for positioning the fishing line at a predetermined depth while trolling. The downrigger cable extends through the accessory body which includes a roller for engaging the cable during cable and weight retrieval and a cord attached to the body permits the downrigger weight to be pulled inboard. Additionally, the accessory includes a lower region shaped to engage stacked fishing line releases mounted on the cable to dislodge the releases as they engage the accessory to prevent wear of the release pads.

Abstract: A fish line release consisting of a pair of elongated jaw members interconnected at one end and having free ends movable between open and closed positions biased toward the closed position by a spring. Resilient fish line engaging pads affixed to the free ends releasably retain a fishing line and alignment projections formed on the jaw members assure alignment of the fishing line with the pads when "loading" the release and also restrain the jaw member free ends from relative lateral displacement. The pads are attached to the jaw members by adhesive which is received within recesses which aid in interlocking and bonding the adhesive to the jaw members, and the jaw members include stops which prevent overstressing the spring when squeezing the jaw members to the open position.

Abstract: The invention pertains to the attachment of a wrenching nut to a metal conduit wherein torque forces can be applied to the conduit through the nut. An annular nut member is located upon a conduit and the conduit is radially deformed to force the conduit material into engagement with keying surfaces defined upon the nut. Conduit deformation occurs on both sides of the nut for axial positioning thereof, as well as establishing a torque transmitting relationship between the nut and conduit.

Abstract: A therapeutic traction chair for extending the middle and lower back including a seat receiving the patient and a backrest. The seat and backrest comprise a subframe pivotally mounted to a supporting frame wherein the angle of the backrest to the vertical may be adjusted. Arm supports extend from the backrest under the armpits of a seated patient, and the seat is vertically adjustable relative to the backrest to drop the seat away from the backrest transferring the patient's weight to the arm supports placing the spine and back under traction and extension. The adjustment of the subframe and seat position is through an electric-powered actuator, and the arm supports may be positioned to an inactive storage condition.

Abstract: A tool for removing vehicle interior door trim panels held in position by push-in fasteners by a sliding movement, the tool consisting of a molded plastic body having spaced wedge surfaces receiving the fastener therebetween, and a handle affixed to the body extends thereover in spaced relationship producing a concise configuration permitting use of the tool in restricted clearance locations. The synthetic plastic body may be reinforced by metal inserts, and will not damage the door panel fabric or the door frame metal adjacent the interior trim panel.

Abstract: A combination fishing reel wherein fish line is retrieved and wound upon a spool rotating about its normal axis and is cast from the spool in a spinning manner over the nonrotating spool open end. Line twisting is eliminated by simultaneously rotating the spool about an axis transverse to its normal axis of rotation during line retrieval, and by utilizing different rates of spool rotation about its two axes of movement during line retrieval automatic level crisscross winding of the line on the spool is achieved, successive windings being circumferentially spaced to minimize line binding and wedging and eliminate line entanglement during casting. Automatic indexing means orient the spool to its supporting housing for casting, and a bail may be used to augment line handling during retrieval.

Abstract: A releasable self-resetting cargo hook for helicopters and other aircraft for supporting suspended loads. The cargo hook apparatus includes a pivotally supported load arm maintained in its load supporting condition by a pivotally mounted latch arm whose position, in turn, is controlled by a pivotally mounted latch. The position of the latch is determined by a pivotally mounted lock arm lever whose normal position is determined by a stop pin and which is operated by a release mechanism. The interconnection between the latch and lock arm lever is through a cam slot defined on the latch receiving a lock arm lever follower, and the cam slot-follower relationship prevents impact forces imposed on the cargo hook structure from inadvertently producing lock arm lever rotation and latch movement.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a fueling nozzle vapor collecting apparatus attachable to a standard fuel dispensing nozzle spout. The apparatus includes a rigid plate connected to the spout having an annular resilient cup-shaped hood affixed to the plate periphery having a foam cushion defined on its outer edge for sealingly engaging the surface surrounding a fuel tank inlet. A collecting hose for the vapor is attached to a port defined in the plate for venting the vapor to a location remote from the nozzle, and a sight glass is adjustably positionable within a seal located in the plate providing visual observance of the fuel level.

Abstract: A switch system for overhead electric extension cords for remotely controlling overhead-mounted electrical appliances, such as fans. A drop cord includes an upper end having electrical fittings connectable to an overhead power supply extension cord and the electric user cord, and the lower end of the drop cord includes a switch at an accessible level from the floor. The drop cord switch controls the circuit between the power supply and user cords, and a strain relief cable anchored overhead supports the weight of the switch.

Abstract: An anchor for fence posts consisting of a spade pivotally attached to a post wherein the configuration of the sheet metal spade generally corresponds to the post, and by the use of a strap the anchor may be retrofitted to an installed post and will pivot to an operable position to resist post tilting and withdrawal.

Abstract: The invention pertains to an extendable directionally adjusted dipole antenna particularly suitable for use with recreational vehicles. The antenna includes a vertical column having an extendable dipole arrangement at its upper end utilizing flexible actuators associated with a pair of reels whereby the actuators and associated telescoping antenna assemblies are simultaneously extended and retracted. An operating shaft for rotating the reels extends through the column and either manual or electric means rotate the shaft. The column is rotatable for directional adjustment, and under manual control the shaft extends through the vehicle roof permitting interior adjustments.

Abstract: A rope-operated recoil starter particularly suitable for use with lawn mowers having the starter rope handle mounted upon the mower handle. The starter structure is the Bendix type having an engine flywheel engagable gear axially translatable upon the rope pulley. A friction brake member associated with the gear produces the gear axial translation. Lost motion means automatically operate the friction brake for producing a delay in gear translation with respect to pulley rotation preventing inadvertent gear-flywheel engagement due to mower handle movement. Additionally, a positive lockout associated with the friction brake member prevents engagement of the gear with the flywheel except during rotation of the rope pulley in an engine cranking direction. The rope pulley is provided with a rope storage ledge for accommodating the extra rope necessary to permit the rope handle to be mounted on the mower handle, and to provide extra rope for cranking, if desired.

Abstract: A dispenser for removing coiled wire or strands from a stationary coil having a vertical axis particularly suited for, but not limited to, use with welding wire. The wire is removed from the coil periphery by a wire guide rotatable about an axis coincident with the coil axis. The improvements include a dust cover enclosing the wire coil which rotates with and under the influence of the wire guide. Further, a base is used with unspooled wire having a quick coupling connection with the wire guide support, a coil compression ring is shaped to impose a biasing force on the coiled wire as the coil is depleted to improve wire retention, and a quick disconnect coupling is interposed between the rotating guide and a wire receiving conduit to improve handling and coil replacement procedures. Improvements are also directed to the use of the dust cover with spooled wire, and a synthetic plastic coil base is disclosed for protecting the wire coil's lower regions.

Abstract: A belt-driven fan characterized by its concise axial relationship of components. A shroud includes a planar apron and a tubular throat intersecting the apron. Linear support members attached to the apron support an electric motor and blade assembly bearing structure. The motor is mounted upon a bracket attached to the support members for selective assembly thereon between operating and shipping positions and with the bracket in the shipping position the electric motor is primarily located within the shroud throat.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a self-cleaning high speed core boring tool for enlarging an existing deep hole. The elongated tool includes a shank held within a rotating tool holder, a central portion upon which cutting elements are mounted in diametrically located relationship, and the forward end of the tool comprises a cylindrical extension having a pair of spiral flutes defined therein each of which communicates with a cutting element for receiving chips. The flutes spiral in a direction opposite to the direction of tool rotation during boring whereby chips received within the flutes are displaced forwardly of the cutting elements to keep the cutting area free of chips.

Abstract: A work holder for vertical band saws wherein a moving blade is laterally translated through a work table slot. The work holder includes a fixed reference member mounted on the table transversely disposed to the table slot and intersected by the blade. A clamp mounted upon the work table in alignment with the slot bridges the slot and saw blade path of movement holding the workpiece against the reference member permitting firm retention of the workpiece adjacent the blade to permit small pieces to be accurately severed.