Abstract: A butt assembly for a fishing pole comprises a generally cylindrical elongated member having a male rotary connection at the upper end thereof for connection to a female connecting sleeve of a fishing rod. The upper end of the butt is keyed for aligning the rod when connected to the butt. The lower end of the butt includes cross shaped notches for being received in a gimbal which prohibits twisting while allowing a back and forth movement. A segment is defined in the butt near the upper end thereof for receiving a reel housing. The segment is located at a distance from the upper end of the butt, i.e., the end where the rod is attached, for positioning the reel housing as is conventional in the industry. The segment is an arcuate segment having a contour for closely matching the profile of the reel housing positioned therein. The reel housing is secured within the segment by a reel block. The reel block is disposed on the butt at the opposite side from the segment and secured to the reel housing by posts.

Abstract: A cover belt for a duct is presented, which can be swung up from a closed position by a deflecting device movable in the longitudinal direction of the duct and falls back in its closed position behind the deflecting device. The cover belt is made of a flexibly deformable material with metallic reinforcements. The cover belt is comprised of a securing strip, a joint strip and a cover strip. The securing strip is secured along the duct, the joint strip connects the securing strip flexibly to the cover strip, and the cover strip spans the duct and is supported on both sides of the duct. At least one belt-shaped textile reinforcement layer with essentially the same overall width as the cover belt is embedded in the flexibly deformable material in the area of the neutral plane of the cover belt.

Abstract: A polymeric coupling agent for chemically linking a scratch resistant coating composition to a polycarbonate substrate is disclosed. The agent is a product of the reaction between polycarbonate and 3-glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane (GPS) in the presence of a quaternary ammonium salt. The reaction in the solid state produces a GPS-modified polycarbonate having a bimodal molecular weight distribution which is effective in promoting the adhesion of a scratch resistant coating to a polycarbonate substrate.

Abstract: A high dielectric (K'.gtoreq.5), comparatively low thermal coefficient (absolute value of TCK'.ltoreq.200 ppm/.degree.C.) polymeric composite matrix is presented comprising commonly available and low cost fillers such as titania, alumina and magnesium oxide.

Abstract: A plume and effluent collection device is disclosed for use with an endoscopic laser therapy device which is adapted to engage a biopsy port in a laser device. The collection device, is also engageable with a remote vacuum system, so that any plume or effluent from within a patient's body which migrates to the exterior through the biopsy port on the laser device, will be safely contained and removed from the operating environment. The device enhances the safety of Doctors and technicians using laser therapy devices.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, electropolymerization in a substantially aqueous solution is used to form thick (e.g. greater than 2 microns or 30 weight %) and thermally stable coatings of thermoplastic materials onto electrically conductive filler materials (e.g. rods, plates, fibers). In a first preferred embodiment, the thick thermoplastic matrix comprises a copolymer of 3-carboxyphenyl meleimde and styrene. In a second preferred embodiment, cyclic (and preferably aromatic) N-substituted methacrylamide monomers are electropolymerized onto electrically conductive (e.g., graphite) filler (e.g., fibers, plates, film or cloth) to form a novel polymer composite exhibiting high Tg as well as a controlled degree of cross-linking which can prevent flow at high temperature. This invention is particularly will suited for direct preparation of thermoplastic prepregs containing commercially available bundles of graphite fibers.

Abstract: A process is presented for effecting sealed sheet pile constructions in which at least one of the sheet pile interlocks of a pair of sheet pile interlocks is filled with a sealing compound by moving a feeding chamber in an axial and concentric manner along the interlock. In addition, a device for carrying out the aforementioned process is presented comprising a central feeding chamber provided with a dorsal entrance bore, a longitudinal sliding guide block and a sealing compound distributing chuck. The section of the sliding guide block is identical to, but slightly narrower than that of the sheet pile interlock chamber.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for adjusting and aligning an axle of a wheeled vehicle wherein a pair of such devices are disposed on either side of a vehicle such as a motorcycle. The devices then provide a scale on both sides of the machine which are visible through sights. A person attempting to adjust and align the axle of the machine must then simply match the scales on either side of the machine to ensure that the axle is aligned.

Abstract: A lightweight extremely versatile cross-connect frame and associated stand-off brackets are presented. This cross-connect frame comprises few components with integrally designed hole patterns to retain communication connector blocks and other standard products that require the dimensions of an EIA standard relay rack. The enhanced manufacturing and assembly produce clean sturdy frames which can be mounted either directly or with compatible stand-off brackets to a wall or 19" EIA relay rack. Additionally, these frames, with or without stand-off brackets, minimize the mounting space required by being both an even RMS (Rack Mount Space) in length and end stackable.

Abstract: A device in which a mixture of steam and contaminated air is first of all channelled into an upward stream and that the mixture subsequently flows as a downward stream in a vessel maintained at reduced pressure. The device further includes an arrangement for spraying an alkaline aqueous solution into the downward stream of the mixture of steam and contaminated air. The decontaminated uncondensed gases are thereby removed from the vessel by a forced and adjustable stream which creates and maintains a reduced pressure inside the vessel.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an improved track roller bearing is presented in which the axial thrust bearing elements are integral inclined opposed surfaces formed on the inner and outer races of the track roller bearing. The inner race is swaged to form the inclined axial bearing surfaces on the inner race after the races are assembled. A self-lubricating material is bonded to the inner race, including the axial bearing inclined surfaces thereof, after the inner and outer races are assembled and the axial bearing surfaces are formed.

Abstract: A method for completing multi-lateral wells and maintaining selective re-entry into laterals is presented. In accordance with the present invention, a first lateral well is drilled from a primary well bore and a string of external casing packers and a packer bore receptacle are run therein. Once the orientation of the packer bore receptacle is determined, an orientation anchor of a retrievable whipstock assembly is mounted thereto. Thereafter, a second lateral well may be drilled. Once the second lateral well is drilled, the whipstock assembly may be retrieved and replaced with a scoophead diverter assembly which also includes an orientation anchor for mating with the packer bore receptacle. At this time, a string of external casing packers may be run into the second lateral well through the scoophead diverter assembly. Finally, a selective reentry tool is run into the scoophead assembly. The selective re-entry tool includes a diversion flapper for selecting either the first or second lateral well bore.

Abstract: The present invention relates to two improved methods for multilateral completion and cementing (e.g. sealing) the juncture between primary and lateral wellbores. These two completion methods of the present invention address the issue of cementation of the lateral wellbores for the purpose of zonal isolation. It is desirable to have the ability to re-enter each lateral wellbore as well as maintain the option to perform any function that could be done in a single wellbore. For this reason, cemented lateral wellbores are desirable so that normal isolation, stimulation or any other operation can be achieved. The methods allow sealing and reworking of either wellbores with single laterals or multiple laterals and provide safe durable junctions therebetween.