Abstract: A system for quickly and easily making accurate purity and yoke adjustments of a color cathode ray tube of a television receiver utilizes a separate oscilloscope display of vector beam landing errors. Photocells, provided with filters to cause them to be responsive to selected colors, are placed in front of the cathode ray tube to produce output pulses once for each vertical scan of the beam in the cathode ray tube. A rotational beam landing shift at 15 Hertz is produced by a vertical and horizontal deflection field generated in synchronism with the vertical deflection signal of the cathode ray tube to cause a stepped deflection of the beam in a diamond pattern of up, right, down and left for each successive vertical field. Light variations sensed by the photocell pickup are converted to a 15 Hertz signal which is combined with a 15 Hertz reference signal to control the dot location on the oscilloscope display of the vector beam landing error.

Abstract: A television tuning system employs a frequency synthesizer system for establishing the tuning of the receiver. A programmable frequency divider, controlled by a reversible counter, is connected between the output of a reference oscillator and a phase comparator to which the output of the local oscillator in the tuner also is applied. The phase comparator output provides a tuning voltage for controlling the tuning of the local oscillator. A logic circuit is coupled to sense predetermined relationships of signals from a picture carrier detector, a sound carrier detector, an AFT signal, and the presence of vertical synchronization signal components for changing the count in the reversible binary counter to adjust the programmable frequency divider to compensate for channel frequency offsets which may occur in excess of the pull-in range of the AFT circuit.

Abstract: A holster for carrying a concealed weapon is disclosed. A holster case is secured to a sling. The upper end of the sling carries fastening means which can be detachably secured to the inner side of the belt of the wearer with the holster and gun concealed within the trousers and beneath the shirt of the wearer. In the preferred embodiment a fabric fastener of the cooperating loop and hook fastener material is utilized to secure the sling to the wearer's belt.

Abstract: An upright vessel provided with a removable lid having a downwardly directed funnel member which depends through an opening in the top of the vessel. A disposable receptacle detachably suspended from the funnel member for receiving cigarette or cigar butts and ashes. In one embodiment the receptacle is fluid-permeable and fluid contained within the vessel permeates the disposable receptacle to extinguish lighted or smoldering ashes or butts. In another embodiment, the disposable receptacle is a fluid-impermeable integument provided with an inner fluid-absorptive lining which is maintained in a wet condition by an extinguishing fluid contained within the disposable receptacle.

Abstract: A frame carries a tubular socket which receives the handle of a fishing rod. Camming means secure the handle within the socket. The socket is retained in a vertical position by a detent and pivotal therefrom to the inclined position against a stop. Mounting means is provided for securing the device to a boat or other selected surface.

Abstract: A generally horizontal, rectangular panel has end and side panels depending therefrom which are adjoined along respective vertical edges to form a shallow box-like structure which closely receives the top of a crib or similar enclosure. Attachment means are provided at each corner of the box-like structure for detachable securement to the enclosure. Preferably the box-like structure is fabricated of flexible foraminous material.

Abstract: A thermal motor is disclosed for converting heat energy to hydramechanical energy. A plurality of heat-responsive elements are mounted on a rotor to periodically expose the elements to heating and cooling. Thermally responsive elements generate a mechanical movement in response to the heating and cooling. The mechanical movement actuates a hydraulic cylinder which, in turn, operates a hydraulic motor. The output of the hydraulic motor is used to perform useful work and also to rotate the rotor. In one preferred form, the heat-responsive elements are in the form of bimetallic strips which mechanically deflect.

Abstract: A digital keying system for an electronic organ comprises a voltage divider network consisting of weighted value resistors switched into or out of the circuit by corresponding switches. The network is connected to a tone signal output terminal, and a circuit is connected to control the states of conduction of the switches. Closure of a key-operated switch or the presence of a pulse in a predetermined time slot in a digital multiplex signal train causes clock pulses from an attack clock pulse source to be applied to the control circuit to selectively control the operation of the switches to shape the attach waveform of tone signals appearing on the output terminal as determined by the pattern of operation of the switches.

Abstract: A kite reel is disclosed. The reel has a spool formed from two or more axial rods joined by a cross member. The outer ends of the rods carry a rotating sleeve which serves as a crank. An axially extending elongated handle which can be engaged along the flyer's forearm projects from the other end of the spool. The balance point of the device is approximately where the handle and the spool are connected. In another embodiment the spool may be formed from a cylindrical drum.

Abstract: A percussion processor for an electronic musical instrument, such as an electronic organ in which information representative of the actuation of selected switches corresponding to associated notes of the musical scale is furnished in the form of a time-division multiplexed signal having repetitive sequences of time slots, includes a delay circuit comprising a shift register having a time delay period equal to the duration of one of the sequences of time slots or an integer multiple thereof. The multiplexed signal train is applied to the delay circuit and also is applied in parallel to an inverter circuit. The output of the inverter and the output of the shift register are connected to different inputs of a NAND gate.

Abstract: A structural frame - window pane assembly includes a single-piece frame member shaped and dimensioned to receive and enclose the periphery of the window pane, and a window pane retained within the frame by a pair of spaced inwardly projecting resiliently deformable flanges formed integrally on the inner periphery of the frame member to receive and sealingly engage the edges of the pane. An elongate slot is provided in the frame through which the pane is inserted.

Abstract: A reserve supply of shot or powder is held in an elevated receptacle and is delivered through a gravity feed conduit to a valve at the primary hopper of a reloading press. The valve includes a spool for operatively and selectively replenishing the primary hopper, draining the contents of the receptacle, or discontinuing flow from the conduit.

Abstract: An automatic, positive anti-aeration system is assembled to function cooperatively with an engine cooling system radiator as an integral unit. An accumulator, vented to the atmosphere and containing a substantial amount of coolant liquid, is positioned adjacent to the radiator. Two separate fluid passages communicate respectively between the upper portion of one of the header tanks and the accumulator and between the lower portion of one of the header tanks and the accumulator. Valves control fluid flow in the two passages. When the pressure in the header tank rises above the preselected system operating pressure due to heating and expansion of the coolant liquid, the valve in the upper fluid passage opens, allowing coolant liquid and any gases trapped in the top of the header tank to flow into the accumulator. The gases are vented from the accumulator to the atmosphere and the coolant liquid is stored in the accumulator.

Abstract: A housing having an electrically conductive probe depending therefrom is supported by an electrically conductive shaft which is inserted into the ground. A perceptible signal, carried by the housing, which has a source of electrical energy stored therein, is activated as water rises to close a circuit between the probe and the shaft. The depth of insertion of the shaft predetermines the height of water necessary to activate the signal. Extensible means are provided to elevate the signal above crop height.

Abstract: A marine exhaust system for boats powered by an internal combustion engine is disclosed. An exhaust chamber is located in the stern of the boat and is connected to the engine exhaust manifold. A submerged exhaust port emits exhaust gases below the water level to silence exhaust noise. The exhaust port has a recessed opening so that relative movement of water past the port assists in drawing the exhaust gases from the chamber. Atmospheric vent holes communicate the chamber with atmosphere to exhaust gases when the boat is idling or operating at slow speeds.

Abstract: A knot simulator for a four-in-hand necktie includes a panel generally shaped, contoured and dimensioned to correspond to the front and side surfaces of a four-in-hand necktie knot and clamp means on the rear of the panel for engaging the free ends of the necktie close to the wearer's collar, to fix the free ends in normal overlapping downwardly extending relationship without tying a knot.

Abstract: A reference system index system for locating information compiled and arranged in alphabetical sequence such as dictionaries is disclosed. Key numbers are assigned to individual letters of the alphabet or to combinations of letters and appear on a guide page. Indicia are carried at a prominent location such as on the page edge of the dictionary so that a person can quickly locate the desired section by use of the key reference numerals.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for evenly disseminating by broadcast techniques trace quantities of biologically active chemicals such as nutrients, insecticides, fungicides, growth regulators and the like. The biologically active chemical is encapsulated in a microdispenser such as a filamentary conduit of regulated cross-section and length. The filled microdispensers are then metered into a moving carrier fluid stream, preferably air, and the carrier fluid containing the microdispensers is then evenly dispensed throughout the area. In an alternate preferred embodiment, the microdispensers are coated with a second material which may be either another biologically active material or a sticker for attaching the microdispenser to living organisms such as plants or animals. The method and apparatus is also applicable to biologically active chemicals contained in laminated microdispenser structures for dissemination and release.

Abstract: A method for constructing retaining shore line walls in situ having the appearance of natural rock formations is disclosed. The method comprises excavating a trench in the desired location. At least one trench side wall is scraped or carved during excavation so that predetermined impressions are formed in the side wall. Cementitious material is poured in the trench and the side wall impressions are transferred to the concrete resulting in a rock-like appearance wall when the adjacent soil is removed. An apparatus adapted for attachment to a conventional trencher is also disclosed which carves or cuts the forming impressions during excavation of the trench.

Abstract: A ferrule encircles a continuous elastic band to form two loops therein. One of the loops is received about a fishing pole. The other loop engages tackle at the end of the fishing line. Tension exerted by the elastic band holds the line tautly.