Abstract: A plurality of adapter embodiments connect the electrical system of a first vehicle to the electrical system of a second vehicle, such as a vehicle in tow. The adapters have particular application for mating a four-way-flat harness connector of a trailer at one end, and at other opposite end, for mating a complex round harness connector with numerous terminals. The adapters are solid unitary structures formed with a covering material. Adapter molds are provided for fabricating the adapters. The molds include a series of interchangeable, removable mold inserts received within the mold body. Depressions are formed in the removable mold inserts in a configuration corresponding approximately to the shape of the adapter. The covering material is injected into the mold to thereby form the adapters.

Abstract: A differential drive having a differential carrier rotatably supported in a differential housing is disclosed. Two axle shaft gears are rotatably held in cylindrical bores in the differential carrier and are arranged coaxially relative to one another. A plurality of differential gears are supported in an axis-less way in bores in the differential carrier and are arranged so as to be axis-parallel. One group of the differential gears engages the one of the axle shaft gears and the other group engages the other of the axle shaft gears. At least one of the group of the differential gears engages the respective other group of the differential gears. At least the tooth heads of the differential gears are provided with grooves, with at least the bores or pockets for the differential gears in the differential carrier being provided with grooves.

Abstract: An improved torque converter assembly utilizing or making use of the same or similar composite materials for each component of the torque converter to result in a high strength yet light weight torque converter assembly which may be easily recycled. Further, the torque converter includes a unique hub member having integral fingers radially extending therefrom for use in bonding hub member to a multi-bladed body such as a turbine, wherein the fingers are circumferentially spaced about an outer circumferential surface on the hub member such that the spacing between a common finger and adjacent fingers on each side thereof is not equal. Such a hub member distributes the loads and stresses onto different planes extending radially and transverse the longitudinal axis of the hub member.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a clamping chuck consisting of a fork-like clamp jaw holder (1) to which an adjusting element (2) moving back and forth in the longitudinal extension of the clamp jaw holder (1) is provided for the relative movement of the clamp jaw supports (3, 4) with respect to each other in the clamped and open setting. According to the invention, in each leg (5) of the clamp jaw holder (1) one bearing hole (6) and four additional holes (7, 7') are mutually aligned laterally, with their centers (Z) positioned on the corners (E) of the square (Q). The two bearing holes (6) are arranged centrally on the respective connecting line (L) of the two holes (7') on the clamp jaw side and the two clamp jaw supports (3, 4) provided on the clamp jaw holder (1) have a drilled hole (6') aligned with the bearing hole (6). In this case the moving or pivoting clamp jaw support (3) has features (8) for a frictional and/or form-fit actuated connection with the adjusting element (2).

Abstract: A water level sensor and alarm system for use with a washing machine. The water level sensor and alarm system includes a control box, a control circuit, a plurality of probes, and a washing machine unit and drain. The low level sensor and alarm system will connect directly to a washing machine and drain tub and/or drain conduit in order to monitor an overflow of water during the rinse cycle of a washing machine. If water has exceeded a certain height, and is beginning to overflow, the system will automatically cut all power to the washing machine unit and thus turn the washing machine unit off until the unit is reset after the clog in the drain has been corrected.

Abstract: A new latch assembly for a vehicle glove box door, or other locking device, wherein the door is to be held in a flush position relating to an adjoining panel surface. The latch assembly includes a freewheeling locking feature, an actuator member which is not sensitive to the striker positional variance, improved low handle opening effort. The latch assembly also include improved lock cylinder loading, and improved closing efforts by use of a molded urethane bumper. The latch assembly also has improved styling with a single color throughout using no metal parts which need lubrication, and the latch assembly unit is fully enclosed so that no moving parts are visible and the scorpion tail has been not used.

Abstract: An improved combined torque limiting and part marking wrench according to the present invention includes: a torque-applying handle; a housing pivotally mounted to the handle, the housing adapted to receive a releasably mounted, replaceable, part-engaging head assembly at a second end thereof; and a part-marking mechanism mounted within the housing. The part-marking mechanism includes a marking tip which passes through a bore in the head assembly for marking a part. A mechanical linkage arm is pivotally connected to the torque-applying handle. A pivotable cam is pivotally connected to the linkage arm and in operative engagement with the part-marking mechanism for moving the marking tip through the bore, such that, when torque on a part has reached a predetermined value, the torque applying handle moves the linkage arm, which pivots the pivotable cam, thus forcing the pivotable cam against the part marking mechanism, which causes the marking tip to extend outwardly from the housing to mark the part.

Abstract: A trolling unit for fishing, including a weight release mechanism. The trolling unit includes a spreader to which two hooks may be attached. Once a fish takes the bait the weight release mechanism releases a weight which allows the fisherman to pull the fish to the surface without reeling in the weight with the fish.

Abstract: A core ring assembly for use in production of a plastic injection-molded component is formed by injecting molten metal alloy into core dies to produce two intricately shaped ring type elements--one male, one female. Removing the male and female ring elements from the core dies and combining the two elements in an assembly machine to form a uniform, geometrically symmetrical, integral core ring assembly. The core ring assembly is transported to a plastic molding machine for overmolding the core ring assembly with either thermosetting or thermoplastic material. Then, the core assembly is melted out from the plastic component in a hot oil bath or induction melt-out, and the molten alloy recovered thereby is returned to a molten metal alloy tank for reuse.

Abstract: Digital tilt level sensing probe system comprising a set of multiple capacitor elements in a fluid container arranged along an axis of measurement where each multiple capacitor element represents a discrete level increment in dielectric material fluid to be measured. Individual capacitors in each element are horizontally spaced to reflect a level differential upon tilting of the fluid container from its normal attitude. In the case of a probe for sensing tilting in a single plane, a one-piece body is employed to include integral capacitor elements, mounting pad, connector, custom IC pad, and circuitry molded into such body. Alternative references may be employed for comparison with each capacitor assigned a unique time slot in a switching sequence.

Abstract: A novel elastic bumper assembly for an automotive vehicle or the like, which comprises an elastic bumper member adapted for repetitive cushioning impact, the elastic bumper member being formed of an elastomeric material, which contains imbedded therein a relatively stiff high strength insert member, with the insert member having a fastener device extending outwardly therefrom, and a cup-like holder member adapted to receive and hold one end of the bumper member which has the insert member and fastener protruding therefrom, such that the fastener member protrudes through the holder member and is then securely attached to a supporting position on the automotive vehicle axle or frame.

Abstract: A video incident capture system for law enforcement vehicles. The video incident capture system incorporates a video camera, a video recorder, a radar unit, a real time clock, a monitor, a portable wireless microphone and its associated receiver and a system controller integrating the control of the various components to produce a comprehensive, unedited record of the incident. The system controller superimposes the target speed and patrol speed data generated by the radar unit over the video signals generated by the video camera prior to being recorded on the videotape. The portable wireless microphone permits the conversation between the law enforcement and a second party to be made part of the recorded incident. A radar interface will replace the target and/or patrol speed data with error data when an error in the opeating parameters of the radar unit is detected.

Abstract: A shelf and bracket assembly which includes a shelf, a first and second bracket, and a securing structure. The first and second brackets include a glass supporting member which is inserted within a rubber insert. The rubber insert is then itself placed within a metal casing which has a key lock orifice for use in fastening each of the brackets vertically on a wall or other suitable surface. The shelf is then placed upon the first and second brackets.

Abstract: A surface mount conductive adhesive composition comprising:(a) about 2 to about 15 parts by weight of a binder resin selected from the group consisting of acrylated urethane resin, acrylic resin, and mixtures thereof;(b) about 2 to about 15 parts by weight of an acrylate monomer;(c) about 0.01 to about 3 parts by weight of a free radical initiator; and(d) about 72 to about 95 parts by weight of finely divided silver particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous conductive polymer thick film-forming composition comprising a water-soluble thermoplastic polymer, a polymer dispersion in water, a glycol drying-retarder agent, an electrically conductive amount of conductive metal and/or carbon particles and water. The composition in the production of a highly printable conductive thick film ink.

Abstract: Automated system for trimming and inspecting complex composite aircraft parts. A straight firing abrasive water jet head with integral catcher mounted on a first Z axis slide is numerically controlled on a six axis gantry/water jet manipulator (X, Y, Z, C, A, B axes). A touch probe mounted on a second Z axis slide is used to gauge three part points which establish part orientation in the X, Y, Z gantry/robot cell; also to adjust CNC and CMM part trim/inspection programs to actual part orientation and for peripheral dimensional inspection.

Abstract: A cut-off die set of the double cut type in which sections of tubing are successively severed from a length of tubing utilizing a notching cut followed by a severing cut. A notching blade is mounted to a notching blade holder slidably disposed on an adjustable mounting block. The notching blade holder includes a cam follower mounted thereon. The die set further includes a clamping apparatus having reciprocal clamping jaws operative to move between a clamped position and a released position whereby operation of the clamping jaws and the notching blade are controlled through a single cam mounted to an upper platen of the die set.