Abstract: This invention relates to an universally steerable, ridable vehicle which may be designed for a variety of purposes, ranging from a child's toy to an automotive vehicle operable on a highway. The steering capability of a conventional, wheel supported automotive vehicle and the unavoidable limitations of that capability are well understood. The present vehicle, from a standing start, can be propelled in any chosen direction, forward, rearward, directly sidewise, or in any chosen oblique direction forward or backward relative to the direction in which the vehicle is pointed. It can also be steered like a conventional vehicle.

Abstract: In a finger slotting and glue applying machine, random length studs, free from blemishes and having precisely squared ends, are advanced edgewise on a conveyor with their right ends (as viewed from the delivery end of the conveyor) aligned, past a set of slotting saws for uniformly slotting the right ends of the studs. The studs are then shifted to align their left ends and advanced past a second set of slotting saws for uniformly slotting the left ends of the studs. The studs then have adhesive applied in the left end slots and are then discharged at the introductory end of a machine which advances the studs lengthwise, interfitting and adhesively uniting successive studs end to end for producing blemish-free composite studs or beams which may be cut into any chosen length or lengths. The present invention has to do with limiting the regulating, the feeding and application of the glue to the slotted left ends of the studs and with the clean recovery and return to the source of surplus glue.

Abstract: A bow conventionally includes a stabilizer which extends forward from the body of the bow and is weighted at its forward end. The head of an arrow shot by such a bow not infrequently becomes lodged in a tree trunk, board or other tough object. In accordance with the present invention, the stabilizer is made to include a head and a stem, such that the stabilizer head can be unscrewed from the stabilizer stem and screwed onto the lodged arrow head, and the stem of the stabilizer can then be unscrewed from the bow and passed through an opening in the stabilizer head for rocking and/or twisting the arrow head free of the tree or other object in which it is lodged.

Abstract: A water collecting reservoir, desirably located at a considerable elevation, is constructed and arranged periodically to deliver water downward to an annular generator chamber which includes a fixed outer circular shell and a complementary, inner rotary shell, the latter shell being fixed on a rotary horizontal shaft which may be constantly driven by the water through pistons affixed to the inner shell. The rotary shaft is arranged periodically to open and close a valve for timing the admission of measured quantities of water to drive the generator.

Abstract: It is common practice to transport horses and other animals from race track to race track, or rodeo to rodeo, and in general from place to place, in motor driven vehicles such as trailers or closed trucks which afford shelter, but as a rule there are not suitable individualized feeding and watering facilities for the vehicle-carried animals along the roadway. That deficiency is supplied by the present invention.

Abstract: A pipe cleaning machine is provided in which rotary wire brushes remove rust and/or dirt from the exterior of pipes of various diameters. Feeding means is provided for driving the pipe lengthwise while rotating it. Provision is made of optionally usable means for reversing the direction of travel of the pipe if it is seen to require further cleaning after one or more passes. It is a feature that through a simple adjustment the number of turns per foot of pipe advancement may be varied, a feature of importance in relation to different diameters of pipe and to the observed need for increasing or diminishing the intensity of total treatment. The capacity for reversal of travel is important for continuing treatment of the pipe until the observed degree of cleanliness is acceptable. Reversal of travel can also simplify the handling of the pipe for a single attendant because the cleaned pipe can be withdrawn at the same end of the machine from which the rusted or dirty pipe is fed in.

Abstract: Locking means are provided for conveniently and dependably securing a spare wheel and tire assembly in a theft-proof manner to a tray wall of a pickup truck, without modification of the truck structure. No tools are required for installing the locking means.

Abstract: In finger jointing machines work pieces of random lengths are pushed through the machine past end slotting saws, the strips being desirably disposed precisely at right angles to the direction in which they are advanced. It is not unusual for the work pushing members to get out of adjustment. In accordance with the present invention a testing device is provided for testing the transverse alignment of pusher members and guiding the machine operator in making corrective adjustments.

Abstract: This invention provides a convenient and dependable metallic fence, end gauge, and precise length indicating combination for use with power saws which travel through the work. The invention further provides fence sections of several selected lengths which may be combined end to end to provide, for practical purposes, a fence of any desired length.

Abstract: This invention relates to a competitive dart throwing game and is directed to means for conveniently keeping the game components together when idle and for keeping the scores when the game is being played.

Abstract: This invention has to do with apparatus for burning solid fuels in successive stages whereby the fuel is completely converted to clean, hot, incombustible gases and to ashes, and, without admixture, transfers its heat to clean fresh air for distribution to areas to be heated.

Abstract: A fireplace heating system is provided which may be arranged to heat with unique efficiency the room in which the fireplace is situated and/or any desired number of additional rooms within the capacity of the system. The system is characterized by the fact that air is collected from the top of the room or rooms being heated where, though still warm, it has, because of its location, lost its capability of serving the occupants. The air so collected is transmitted downward through a heat exchanger in which the hot products of combustion from the fireplace are traveling upward. The air thus reheated is distributed to the involved rooms either at floor level, or from beneath the floor. It is a significant feature that the recycled, breathable air, while being driven downward through the heat exchanger, is kept separated from the products of combustion.

Abstract: A writing device adapted for use by a handicapped person comprises a lower body member formed with a broad, smooth bottom surface adapted to glide over the surface to be written upon, and a writing instrument carrier hingedly mounted thereon and normally biased yieldingly to hold the writing instrument a short distance away from the device supporting, writing surface, so that a slight downward pressure upon said carrier member causes the writing instrument to contact the surface to be written upon.

Abstract: A fishing pole mount is provided which includes a pole holding socket and which is adapted either to be planted firmly in the earth or affixed to the side of a boat, and which includes means responsive to a tug on the line to sound a signal, and to provide a regulated tension suitable to set the hook adequately but without excessive force. Provision is made for adjusting the tone of the signal so that two or more fishermen, located in proximity to one another, can each recognize by the tone of the signal which one of them has a bite. It is not desirable when a fish has been caught and reeled in to throw the fishing equipment onto the ground or into a dirty boat hold. A second pole socket is therefore provided on the mount having no signal means associated with it, for holding the pole temporarily while the fish is being removed from the hook and the hook is being re-baited.

Abstract: A portable, electrical space heater adapted to be placed and turned on in any enclosure where a suitable source of electrical energy is available. The heater is characterized by an open framework in which an electric fan is contained, and a surmounting, partially enclosed electrical heating unit. Air drawn in by the fan is delivered upward to an enclosed side of the heating unit. The heating unit comprises a series of spaced, generally horizontal plates of progressively increasing breadth from the bottom plate to the top one, each plate having spaced, downwardly inclined front and rear margins. Electrical heating units interposed between adjacent plates are suitably connected to a common source of electrical energy.

Abstract: This invention relates to a combination of three light compact metallic members adapted for temporary attachment to a sawbuck supported auxiliary length of timber, illustratively a two-by-four, for guiding a carpenter, who is equipped with a hand circular saw, in cutting lumber pieces of uniform cross-section into pieces of precisely controlled length. The three metallic pieces comprise a T-square, which serves as a saw guide, an end stop, and a carrier for supporting work-pieces from the sawbuck supported timber after the work-piece has been reduced to a length which, when in cutting position, is inadequate to derive simultaneous support from both sawbucks. The three metallic pieces are adapted to be united into a compact unit for transportation and/or storage, by a single bolt.

Abstract: A simple and versatile knock-down scaffold structure is provided, complete in itself, supported on four normally inert corner wheels, and capable, through adjustment and/or substitution of parts, to be varied in length, width and/or height, is modified by the optional addition of a power driving and steering unit comprising a fifth wheel and a reversible, variable speed driving motor therefor, through which the scaffold may be driven forward or backward, being desirably steered and controlled as to speed and direction by a workman on the scaffold. The power driving and steering unit may be varied in height to accommodate whatever variations of height are available in the conventional scaffold structure. It may also be varied in ground pressure to increase the driving traction as desired.

Abstract: The present invention relates to simple, convenient, versatile and inexpensive means for collecting refuse of any character which tends to accumulate inside or outside a residence or other building, and depositing it in an appropriate location for disposal. A portable bag carrying and bag spreading device, adjustable both as to height and lateral dimensions, is provided, the device being adaptable to a wide variety of bag heights and bag widths.