Abstract: A multiple filter controller for monitoring two or more filters to detect when any of the filters is malfunctioning and for polishing a fluid, wherein the multiple filter controller comprises a first filter; a second filter; an inlet valve, wherein the inlet valve provides the fluid to the first filter and to the second filter wherein the fluid originates from a supply station; an outlet valve, wherein the outlet valve provides an outlet source for the fluid from the first filter and from the second filter; a bleed valve located downstream of the outlet valve; and a first conduit in communication with the bleed valve and with the supply station, wherein the fluid passes into the multiple filter controller via the inlet valve, and wherein the fluid is returned to the supply station by feeding the fluid into the first conduit via the bleed valve.

Abstract: A take down front pin and take down rear pin designed to simplify the process whereby an upper receiver is engaged with and disengaged from a lower receiver of a firearm. Each of the take down front and rear pins comprises a body having attached to a proximal end thereof a positioning member, wherein, when the pins are properly positioned to engage the upper receiver to the lower receiver, the positioning member protrudes from a main frame of the lower receiver. Furthermore, in addition to the positioning of the positioning member on the firearm such that it protrudes from the lower receiver, thereby making the respective pin easily accessible, the positioning member is also configured to facilitate the manual sliding of the pin to, within, from, and without engaging elements located on the upper and lower receiver of the firearm.

Abstract: A specially formulated oil seed and nut based natural product composition useful in lowering total serum cholesterol and low density lipoprotein levels and increasing high density lipoprotein levels in humans. The composition is preferably formed by heating a variety of types of oil seeds and nuts at a predetermined temperature and for a predetermined period of time, categorizing the individual types of seeds and nuts into individual sets, grinding the seeds and nuts in each set into a meal, and combining the meals from each set to form a single composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a chute for dispensing coins comprising a lower wall having a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end comprises a longitudinally extending bottom layer having a first terminal edge opposite to a second terminal edge. The distal end comprises a longitudinally extending bottom layer having a first tapered terminal edge opposite to a second tapered terminal edge. The first tapered terminal edge is joined to the first terminal edge, and the second tapered terminal edge is joined to the second terminal edge. The chute comprises a first side wall joined to the first terminal edge and to the first tapered terminal edge; a second side wall joined to the second terminal edge and to the second tapered terminal edge; and a back wall joined to the proximal end of the lower wall. Further disclosed herein is a kit comprising the chute.

Abstract: A multi-layered carrier comprising: a first layer; a jacket; a laminated fabric heater disposed between the first layer and the jacket, wherein the heater comprises a consolidated electrically conductive fabric layer, a plurality of bus bars, a first thermoplastic layer, and a second thermoplastic layer, wherein the first and second thermoplastic layers sandwich the consolidated electrically conductive fabric layer and the plurality of bus bars to form a fused single sheet; and a cavity formed from the assembly of the first layer, the jacket, and the heater; wherein the multi-layer carrier provides for the even distribution of heat throughout the cavity.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a retaining device comprising a securing element comprising a handle, wherein the handle comprises a top opposite to a bottom; and a base comprising a horizontal member; a first arm connected to the horizontal member and comprising a side bearing teeth; and a second arm connected to the horizontal member and comprising a side bearing teeth; wherein the first arm and the second arm are connected to the horizontal member to form a space between the first and second arms, and wherein the sides bearing teeth face each other; wherein the securing element is connected to the base, and wherein the base attaches the retaining device to an anchoring surface, and wherein the securing element holds a piping(s) or a piece of equipment.

Abstract: A parting apparatus for the parting of a board. The board comprises a midline defining a first unit and a second unit, wherein each of the first and second units respectively comprises a plurality of tongue and groove features. The parting apparatus comprises a feed wheel which grips and draws the board into a cutting area; a band saw blade located in the cutting area and positioned relative to the board so that the band saw blade cuts the board at the midline as the board moves in a direction transverse to the direction of the band saw blade; and a positioning system that guides the board through the cutting area. The positioning system comprises datum rails, and guide rails, wherein at least one of the guide rails is contoured to register against and into at least one of the tongue and groove features of the board.

Abstract: An improved wall system comprising a plurality of blocks formed at least partially of a masonry material, a layer of an insulative material, and a layer of a curable or settable material interposed between the blocks and the layer of insulative material. The blocks may provide the wall with a masonry external surface or an exterior surface that is substantially aesthetically completed upon arrangement of the blocks and prior to the pouring of the layer of curable or settable material. In an alternate embodiment, ties may extend between a pair of blocks to form a construction unit that can be assembled in a factory or other location and then transported to a work site. The construction unit may be configured to include a space between spaced apart blocks into which a layer of an insulative material and a layer of a curable or settable material may be received.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a health management kit comprising a carrier; a means for detecting an organism's vital signs, wherein such means are held by the carrier, and wherein the vital signs comprise at least one of heart rate, blood pressure, glucose levels, cholesterol levels, and hemorrhaging; and a means for recording the organism's vital signs, wherein such means are held by the carrier; whereby the organism's vital signs may be detected and recorded, and thereby monitored, by a non-medical practitioner to better manage the physical health of the organism.

Abstract: A dedensification and delivery unit for the conversion of an alternative fuel source into fuel, comprising: a dedensification area for separating a densified alternative fuel source into its component parts to form a dedensified alternative fuel source; a compression area for holding the dedensified alternative fuel source; a refining area for further shaping a size of the dedensified alternative fuel source to form a refined alternative fuel source; and a delivery area for delivering the refined alternative fuel source into a burner.

Abstract: A densification system for shredding and densifying specification raw materials for use as an alternative fuel source. The densified specification raw materials formed by the inventive system are readily transportable to a fuel processing site where they may be used to generate energy.

Abstract: An express docking system and its method of use, wherein the system comprises: an engaging rod assembly comprising an engaging rod subassembly attachable to a boating vessel, wherein the engaging rod subassembly comprises an engaging rod in communication with a main frame; a mooring assembly comprising: a mounting subassembly attached to a dock; a carriage subassembly slidably engaged with the mounting subassembly; an actuating subassembly mounted to the carriage subassembly; and a jaw subassembly comprising a first jaw opposite to a second jaw; wherein the engaging rod is disposable between the first and second jaws.

Abstract: A method for identifying and developing body rhythm, comprising having a practitioner move a first hand in a first pattern in a continuous and a repetitive fashion until a first rhythm has been established; move a second hand in a second pattern in a continuous and repetitive fashion until a second rhythm identical to or closely resembling the first rhythm has been established; move the first and second hands simultaneously in a third pattern in a continuous and repetitive fashion until a third rhythm is established; wherein the method improves cardiovascular heath, improves muscle toning, coordination, and flexibility, and further wherein the method assists the practitioner in identifying and developing an individual sense of rhythm. A rhythm-developing device useful in executing the method disclosed herein.

Abstract: A crib accessory and assembly comprising a bumper portion comprising: an outer panel, an inner panel, and a padding disposed between the outer and the inner panels. At least one of the outer and the inner panels comprises a plurality of slits distributed along a portion of a length of the respective panel, and an attachment element is looped through at least a portion of the plurality of slits. The attachment element comprises a terminal end comprising a securing element, wherein the securing element attaches the attachment element to a receiving portion located on at least one of the outer and inner panels. The crib accessory further comprises a mattress cover comprising a bottom side flanked by a side wall, wherein the side wall connects the bottom side of the mattress cover to the bumper portion.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a holder comprising a first compartment comprising: a first front side and a first back side each comprising a first exterior and a first interior surface; a first pocket secured to the first interior surface of the first front side and to the first interior surface of the first back side; and a first zipper element joining the first front side and the first back side of the first compartment. The holder further comprises a second compartment comprising: a second front side and a second back side each comprising a second exterior and a second interior surface; an accordion file secured to the second interior surface of the second front side and to the second interior surface of the second back side; and a second zipper element joining the second front side and the second back side of the second compartment.