Abstract: A device for latching onto a down hole object located within a well bore is claimed. The device will include a mandrel connected to a work string and with an end adapted to engage the object. The device also includes a biasing member disposed about the mandrel; and, a collet member operatively disposed about the mandrel. The collet member will have a first end adapted to cooperate with the biasing member and a second end that contains an engaging member, operatively associated with the second end of the mandrel, for engaging the object. The mandrel and the collet member cooperate to form a chamber. The device will also include a locking member, contained within the chamber, for locking the mandrel and collet member together so that the mandrel and collet member act as one member.

Abstract: A mating pair of portable metal ramps for use with pickup trucks, trailers and vans to load and unload small sized wheeled vehicles such as all terrain vehicles, riding lawn mowers, small tractors and motorcycles. The side beams of each ramp have a longitudinal groove into which the ends of three or more cross beams are recessed. The grooves sufficiently support and maintain the cross beams about the ramp that it is only necessary to weld the cross beam/side beam joints in those areas accessible from the underside of the ramp.

Abstract: A device for controlling the movement of a camera by an operator is disclosed. In one embodiment, the device comprises camera crane member that mounts the camera. The camera crane member will have a first end containing a camera platform. Also included will be the pan and tilt head member, operatively attached to the camera platform, that is adapted for panning and tilting the camera. The device further includes an upper arm plate extending from the pan/tilt head member, with the upper arm plate adapted to mount the camera. The device also contains a first rod and a second rod that extends from the camera crane, and a swivel component, operatively attached to the second end of the first rod of the mounting rod, for swiveling the second rod. The device will also contain a vertical arm that is attached to the upper arm plate that extends vertically downward.

Abstract: A medication delivery cartridge for dispensing consumable medical supplies is provided, comprising a base; a hollow guide member, preferably in the shape of a tube, removably connectable to the base by a guide sleeve, wherein the guide member is shaped and dimensioned to contain a plurality of medical supply containers; and attachment means on the base for allowing the cartridge to be installed within a medication delivery system. The hollow guide member preferably includes an indexing device for aligning the guide member with the base. Each of the medical supply containers may include a lifting device attached thereto for allowing temporary attachment to the probe of the delivery system. Where a magnetic probe is employed, each of the lifting devices includes a ferrous material sufficient to allow magnetic attachment of the probe to the lifting device. The medical supply containers are stacked end to end within a medication tube, and the medication tube is inserted into the guide member.

Abstract: Aqueous and non-aqueous systems for cleaning a section of a subterranean well borehole and casing prior to cementing. A series of spacer fluids are introduced into the borehole to displace drilling fluid and to provide clean and water wet casing and borehole surfaces of the cleaned section of well bore. The cleaned section of the well bore will provide surfaces for superior bonding of the cement to the surfaces.

Abstract: A flexible bulk shipping container having supporting side beams positioned vertically about the side wall panel of the container. The side beams are made of a rigid material and act to distribute lateral bulge forces evenly throughout the container to prevent bulging.

Abstract: A square or rectangular bulk shipping container made of rigid packaging material having supporting side beams positioned vertically about the side wall panels of the container. The side beams are made of a rigid material and act to distribute lateral bulge forces evenly throughout the container to prevent bulging.

Abstract: A system for storing, circulating and dispensing a liquid compound is disclosed. The system comprises a vessel having an open top end and a closed bottom end, with the compound being disposed within the vessel. A movable ceiling member is positioned within the vessel, with the movable ceiling member forming a first chamber and a second chamber within the vessel, and wherein the compound is located within the first chamber and the second chamber is exposed to the atmosphere. A lifting member is provided for lifting the movable ceiling member from the vessel is also included. The system may further comprise a circulation conduit operatively attached to the movable ceiling, a drain conduit operatively associated with the bottom end of the vessel, and a pump member adapted for pumping the compound from the first chamber to the circulation conduit so that the compound is circulated within the vessel. A method of storing, circulating and dispensing a fluid compound is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device for drilling a well bore is disclosed. The invention includes having a tubular string with a motor means for generating a rotative force. The device further includes an inner drilling device adapted to the motor means and an outer drilling device concentrically arranged about the inner drilling device. The device still further includes a planetary gear system adapted for imparting the rotation generated from the motor means to the outer drilling device. In one embodiment, the motor member has a shaft extending therefrom, with the shaft being operatively connected with the inner drilling device, and wherein the shaft has a plurality of shaft splines thereon formed to cooperate with the planetary gear system. A method of drilling a well bore with the novel drilling device is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for handling a waste material is disclosed. Generally, the apparatus comprises a container having disposed thereon a rail member. The apparatus also contains a trolley mounted on the rail. The trolley has operatively associated therewith a handling system that has a wiper that extends into the container. The apparatus may also contain an auger, operatively mounted on the container, adapted for removing the waste from the container. A process for handling a discharged waste slurry is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of increasing the penetration rate of a drill string within a deviated well bore is disclosed. The method includes providing a drill string with a drilling bottom hole assembly, and rotating the bit in order to create the deviated well bore as well as a filter cake on the walls of the well bore. A pill comprising a spherical bead is prepared and pumped down into the well bore. The pill is allowed to migrated to the low side of the bore hole so that tortuosity is reduced. A method of slide drilling, batch drilling, and running a liner in a well is also disclosed utilizing the spherical beads. In the novel methods disclosed, the spherical beads are allowed to migrate to the low side of the bore hole and are allowed to penetrate through the bore hole's filter cake.

Abstract: A down hole cleaning assembly is connected to a work string concentrically located within a casing string. In one embodiment, the down hole assembly comprises a mandrel operatively connected to the work string, with the mandrel having an opening therein. A pad member is received within the opening, with the pad member having a groove formed therein. Also provided is a wire brush member, operatively positioned within the groove of the pad member, for cleaning the internal diameter of the casing string. The down hole assembly further comprises a biasing member, operatively positioned between the mandrel and the pad member, adapted for biasing the wire brush against the inner diameter of the well bore. In the preferred embodiment, the wire brush includes a wire bundle, a brace disposed about the second end of the wire bundle, and wherein the brace is disposed within the groove of the pad member.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing a previously implanted component is disclosed. Generally, the novel device will be used in artificial hip revision surgery. The device comprises a stem, a handle member adapted on the first end of the stem, and a hemispherical cutting blade mounted on the second end of the stem. The hemispherical cutting blade is adapted for cutting an acetabular component from the patient. In the preferred embodiment, the hemispherical cutting blade comprises a first-half hemispherical blade and a second-half hemispherical blade. The blades are interchangeable so that different size acetabular components may be removed via the procedure herein described. The device also includes a contact point member configured on the second end of the stem member, with the contact point member adapted to contact the concave surface of the acetabular component.

Abstract: A system for lowering the ambient temperature of a vapor being produced from a glycol dehydrator unit, as well as a system for reducing the emissions of BTEX is disclosed. Generally, the system comprises a condenser for condensing the vapor into a fluid phase and a gas phase, and a storage tank, fluidly connected to the outlet of the condenser. The system will also contain a pump member, operatively associated with the storage tank, adapted for pumping the fluid phase from the storage tank; and, a activating member adapted for activating the pump means after the fluid phase reaches a predetermined level within the storage tank. The system will include as part of the condenser member a turbine associated with a roof, with the roof being generally positioned over the condenser coils so as to shade the condenser coils. A method of recovering hydrocarbons from a vapor phase as well as lowering the ambient temperature is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention herein described allows for an operator to fill a hopper with an animal food. The hopper contains an inclined chute that will funnel the food to a food trough platform and in turn to an extension member. The food on the platform is protected from the elements via an encasement as well as the swinging door. The animal may pivot the door open in order to reach the food. The hopper is disposed within a basin filled with a fluid such as water. The hopper will be surrounded by the fluid on all four sides. The food trough platform is raised above the water body in a moat like fashion. The fluid level within the basin is controlled via a water feeder control valve member so that a fresh water supply is automatically controlled within the basin. The water also serves to keep insects from the food. Therefore, an animal is allowed a fresh food and water supply for an extended amount of time.

Abstract: A sanitation device used for a person's hygiene is mounted to a wall adjacent a commode. Generally, the sanitation device comprises a commode adapted for disposing contents within a bowl, and a drain member, operatively associated with the commode, for draining the contents of the bowl. A sanitary water delivery member, operatively associated with the commode, is disclosed for cleaning the person's genital area with a stream water is also provided. In the preferred embodiment, the sanitary water delivery member includes a discharge nozzle; and, a tube having a first end and a second end, with the first end being connected to the discharge nozzle. The second end of the tube will be operatively connected to a water supply for supply water to the tube.

Abstract: A novel venturi device located within a tubular member for accelerating the flow of an effluent is disclosed. The device will generally comprise a tubular member containing a throat section, a diffuser section and an opening contained on the tubular member for allowing the injection of a gas therethrough. The device also includes an inner mandrel contained within the tubular member. The inner mandrel contains a nozzle member defining an internal chamber. The inner mandrel also contains a first passageway and a second passageway for directing the effluent therethrough. The nozzle is operatively associated with the opening contained on the tubular member. In one embodiment, a flow diverter member is included for diverting the production effluent into the first passageway and into the nozzle annulus. A method of accelerating production with a venturi device within a tubing string is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device for use within a production conduit is disclosed. Generally, the device comprises a body attached to a work string. A deflection member, operatively attached to the body, is included for allowing the deflection of a body mandrel. An aligning spring for aligning the device with a gas lift pocket within the production conduit is included along with a tension adjusting member used for creating a tension in the aligning spring. The device may further comprise a sleeve disposed about the deflection member so that the deflection member is held in a rigid position, with the sleeve being selectively attached to the body. A method for lowering a bottom hole assembly containing a gas lift valve into a side pocket gas lift mandrel is also included.

Abstract: An apparatus for releasing an attached load, with the load being attached with a sling is described. Generally, the apparatus comprises a plate having an underside face, and a latch member, operatively associated with the underside face, for latching and unlatching the sling from the load. The apparatus may contain an activating line attached with the latch member, and activating member, operatively associated with the activating line, for activating the latch member. The apparatus may further comprise a spreader bar that is selectively attached to the plate. In the preferred embodiment, the latch member comprises a first member mounted on the plate, with the member having an opening therein, a second member mounted on the plate, with the member having an opening therein, and a third member mounted on the plate, with the member having an opening therein. A load pin is placed within the openings. A fulcrum point is provided so that the load pin may be pivoted for latching and unlatching.