Abstract: An electrolyzed water producing apparatus according to the invention is adapted to be directly connected to a faucet of a water service to continuously producing alkali ionic water and acid ionic water by electrolyzing operation and comprises an electronic control device including an automatic-manual operation changing circuit for changing the apparatus between automatic and manual operation modes, an electric current adjusting circuit for adjusting electrolytic current dependent upon variation in water quality, and a slow start circuit for automatically delaying the time when starting supply of the electrolytic current relative to the time when starting supply of water at a commencement of operation of said apparatus in the automatic operation mode.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive for use in the manufacture of a composite yarn product, that results in the preparation of a product having improved strength and resistance to distortion and fracture in use, in combination with improved texture and appearance. The adhesive composition comprises a first component and a second component, the first component including a resin material selected from acrylonitrile-butadiene copolymers, and butadiene-styrene copolymers. The first component is prepared in an organic solvent system. The second component contains an epoxy resin such as a bisphenol A-derived diepoxide, and a vinylchloride-vinylacetate copolymer, prepared in a like organic solvent system.The adhesive composition is prepared by the individual mixture of the respective components followed by the addition of the first component to the second component under agitation.

Abstract: Apparatus for measuring a volume change for facial swelling of a person which may occur after surgical removal of wisdom teeth, including a bite fork engageable within the mouth of the person for providing a relatively fixed reference position for the facial swelling; a reciprocable feeler rod having a free end with a feeler wheel secured thereto and reciprocable in a first x-axis direction substantially normal to the facial swelling; a spring which biases the feeler wheel into contact with the facial swelling; a tracing device for moving the feeler wheel in a second y-axis direction substantially normal to the first direction to cause the feeler wheel to trace across the facial swelling in a plurality of parallel planes spaced apart by a predetermined distance in the z-axis direction; a first LVDT for producing a first signal in response to the reciprocable movement of the feeler wheel in the first direction; a second LVDT for producing a second signal in response to movement of the feeler wheel in the secon

Abstract: A burner nozzle assembly is disclosed for atomizing liquid fuel at lower emission velocities, and comprises an axially extended nozzle body and a nozzle cap mounted forwardly thereon, the nozzle cap and nozzle body cooperating to define a flow reversing fluid path for the liquid fuel, to cause the fuel to move essentially countercurrent to its initial direction of flow, and to the flow of an auxiliary fluid disposed in an outer coaxial conduit. The reversal of flow of the liquid fuel, promotes a collision between it and the auxiliary fluid, to facilitate thorough atomization, without the need for increase in emission velocities, that results in higher fuel consumption and reduced per capita fuel utilization and heat radiation. The nozzle is adapted to operate in a variety of burner assemblies, including conventional burner guns, and is of simple construction.

Abstract: The invention proposes a foldable boat having a rearward portion mounted on hinges extending medially of the boat and arranged so as to fold forwardly over the front portion of the boat. The front portion of the boat includes retractable wheels so the boat may form a trailer for an automobile. These is also provided a retractable wheeled structure for assisting in moving the boat from the water over muddy surfaces when the boat is to be transported on the highway. The power plant for the boat is mounted substantially medially of the boat with the drive shaft depending therefrom into the water.

Abstract: A manometric instrument for use with air bottles of an underwater respirator for underwater diving, comprises a sealed casing having a transparent closure cover; a first fixed scale fixed within the casing for indicating pressure and having graduations based on a first unit of measurement; a second fixed scale fixed within the casing adjacent the first fixed scale for indicating pressure and having graduations based on a second unit of measurement; either the first or second units of measurement expressing units of length, and the other expressing residual pressure of air in the air bottles; an adjustable fixed scales; a first movable scale fixed on the support element and having graduations based on the second units of measurement and differing from the second fixed scale; a second movable scale fixed on the support element for indicating an ascent time as a function of either the depth under water and the residual pressure, when the support element is adjustably displaced such that a value on the first mova

Abstract: Apparatus in the form of a multi-unit cooler for cooling liquid samples of steam or water in boiler water feed systems or other process apparatus for the purpose of testing or measuring various inorganic and other components of the cooled samples as for example oxygen content, carbonates, sulfates, etc.

Abstract: A locking assembly is disclosed which is suitable for releasably locking two articulated pivoting members in a fixed position with respect to each other. The locking assembly comprises a spring biased reciprocating latch, a plunger attached to the latch, and a catch plate adapted to rotate into locking engagement therewith. The plunger and latch are preferably integral with each other, so that the latch contains a minimum number of moving parts. The latch is designed so that simple palm pressure will cause it to disengage from the catch plate, to permit the pivoting members to move with respect to each other. The present locking assembly is of simple design and inexpensive manufacture, and is durable in use. The locking assembly is particularly applicable for use in invalid appliances such as collapsible walkers, where the users have limited manual dexterity.

Abstract: A single integrally injection molded container or compact made of any suitable thermoplastic synthetic polymer composition material has an elongated base assembly which defines a storage compartment and a fully enclosed side compartment in general alignment and communication therewith. A cover is pivotally connected to the base assembly by a first living hinge and is movable from an open position to overlie and close the storage compartment in the base assembly, an end closure is pivotally connected to the base assembly by a second living hinge and is movable from an open position to close the end of the side compartment remote from the storage compartment, the side compartment is provided with bracket means to hold a brush or applicator and when the cover is in the closed position an aligned opening permits the holder of the brush or applicator to extend into and to overlie the storage compartment to enable the brush or applicator to be stored in the container when not in use.

Abstract: A buoyant dispenser for periodic delivery of a metered quantity of a dispensable material comprises a container having a central receptacle to hold the dispensable material, buoyancy means such as pontoons straddling the receptacle, a cover in fluid-tight engagement with the receptacle, an attitude guide means attached to the container that is adapted to be anchored to a wall of the fluid reservoir and a metering means in fluid registry with the receptacle to permit controlled ingress and egress of the fluid and dispensable material. Preferably, the metering means comprises a pair of holes disposed in spaced apart relation to each other, and positioned to allow a predetermined quantity of dispensable material to escape from the receptacle.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for preparing consumable insert rings for use in welding of conduit and the like, which utilizes a drawing operation. Particularly, a ring having a multiple gauge configuration is drawn by a process whereby the first drawing pass achieves 80 to 90% preparation of the final cross-sectional configuration. The drawing operation may be conducted at speeds of about 1' per minute, and final dimensions and shape of the inserts may be achieved by as few as two drawing passes. Surface uniformity is achieved and work hardening of the insert during formation is minimal. Starting stock utilized in the present method may be of lesser diameter than that used in conventional processes.

Abstract: A guide is disclosed for guiding a slider for use in precision working or measuring machines operating with very high accuracy. The sliding guide according to the invention is made of a ceramic hollow body whose sectional dimension ratio is less than 0.8, thereby minimizing deformations of the guide and making it light and is provided with a high damping material received in or attached into a hollow cavity of the guide, thereby remarkably improving its vibration damping capacity.

Abstract: A lamp assembly for an automobile comprises a tilting member such as a lamp unit or reflector adapted to be moved by optical axis adjusting rods threadedly engaged with self-locking nuts relative to a support member such as a lamp unit casing or the like fixed to a vehicle body or the like so as to adjust an optical axis of the lamp unit or reflector. According to the invention, each self-locking nut is formed with two engaging grooves extending in directions perpendicular to each optical axis adjusting rod. One of the grooves has two opposite surfaces formed with round extensions extending toward each other. The other groove has a bottom having a convex along its generatrix.

Abstract: An improved retort apparatus for recovering oil from crushed oil shale moved by gravity through a passageway of an elongated housing includes a control assembly connected adjacent the outlet end of the housing to control the rate of movement of the crushed oil shale through the passageway. A plurality of heat exchangers are located in the housing for transferring heat in sequence to or from the crushed oil shale. The heat exchangers are spaced to define a drying zone, a preheating zone, a hydrocarbon recovery zone, and a waste heat recovery zone. A pump recirculating circuit is provided for passing waste heat recovered from the waste heat recovery zone to the preheating zone. An auxiliary heating assembly connected to the heat exchangers in the hydrocarbon recovery zone delivers sufficient heat to raise the temperature of the crushed oil shale moving through the hydrocarbon recovery zone to the critical temperature for separating hydrocarbons in vapor form therefrom.

Abstract: A depthometer useful for underwater diving is constructed with a cup-shaped casing, and a rotatable transparent cover that is sealably snap-mounted to the casing and closes the front of the casing. The transparent cover houses an indicating pointer that rotates about an axis of the casing as a function of external pressure, and moves along the scale of a stationary dial. The indicating pointer cooperates with a maximum-indicating pointer by way of a dragging member that communicates with both pointers. The dragging member is idly supported by an axially bored member which extends through the cover. The axially bored member cooperates with an adjustable friction clutch and thereby also serves to support the maximum-indicating pointer. The construction of the present depthometer permits the cover to be snap-mounted to the casing without adversely affecting the water-tightness of the instrument.

Abstract: A holder and opener having a planar member with at least one side and an upper and lower face, a transverse shoulder connected to the side of the planar member, and a plurality of shaped indentations in the upper face for sliding fit engagement with an expresso coffeemaker.

Abstract: A combined instrument system for divers, in which a first instrument is connectable to a user by flexible attachment means and is snap engaged to a link which can be connected removably to at least one further instrument disposed alongside the first instrument and fixed in position on the said link by removable closure means.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for shoring a trench.The trench shoring apparatus carries a plurality of sheet members movable vertically relative to said apparatus by driving means forming part of the apparatus which carries pre-formed horizontal waling frame carried by and movable relative to the apparatus.The horizontal waling frame is positionable between the sheet members after the sheet members have been driven by said driving means, so that an upward or downward pressure applied to said waling frame is converted, through the intermediary of said waling frame, into a lateral pressure onto the trench sides, so that the sheet members may be caused to move downwardly or upwardly by increasing the resistance to upward or downward movement of the apparatus. Similarly, a downward pressure applied to means supporting said waling frame, is converted into a lateral pressure, through the intermediary of said waling frame, so as to cause upward movement of said apparatus.

Abstract: A transfer/correcting ribbon with a base or carrier strip having a semi or low tack adhesive covering substantially one entire surface thereof has at least two co-equal width strips connected to adhere thereto by pressure so as to completely cover the base strip, the base strip will have an approximate thickness of 1-3 mils and the longitudinally extending co-equal width strips will have an approximate thickness of 1.5 to 5 mils so that in assembled position, the adjacent longitudinally extending co-equal width strips will have a uniform outer surface.