Abstract: A device for covering a water faucet handle, and thereby denying access to the handle by small children and others lacking the mental discernment to appreciate and consider the consequences of their actions. The device comprises a generally L-shaped mounting member that is placed over the faucet handle and attached to a structural wall, and a generally rectangular, box-shaped cover that is hingedly connected to the mounting member. The device is held in its closed and locked position by a pair of spring fingers, defined by two parallel notches in the lateral sidewalls of the cover, wherein the catch member, which is located on the terminal end of each spring finger, is engaged with a catch slot in the spring finger catch that is located on the mounting member. The device is opened by simultaneously applying a lateral force to both spring fingers and rotating the cover downward.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for internal examination of human and other subjects employing special catheters and biopsy wires, in combination with sonographic or fluoroscopic transducers, to provide unprecedented accuracy, economy, and efficiency in internal examination, diagnosis, biopsy, and surgical removal of lesions, tumors, polyps, etc. from bodies. In one aspect the invention provides an apparatus for use in combination with a sonographic transducer for examination and performing biopsies within a vaginal and uterine chamber of a human female and other bodies, whereby the apparatus is comprised of a substantially tubular catheter and any of a wide variety of biopsy devices adapted for disposition on or within the catheter. In another aspect, the invention provides a method of using sonographic or fluoroscopic imaging in combination with the apparatus to examine the cavities under study and to guide the apparatus during a biopsy procedure.

Abstract: A detachable weighing system for a bed comprising a plurality of weigh modules removably mounted upon legs or support members of a bed, a control unit, and a conduit for transmitting signals to and from the weigh modules, and control unit. The weigh module may be positioned directly below the lower end of the bed leg, resting on the floor. A unique structure is described which transmits vertical directed forces while minimizing off center of side directed forces so that an accurate weight is obtained.

Abstract: Titanium-based alloy contains, % by mass: aluminum 2.2 to 3.8; vanadium 4.5 to 5.9; moloybdenum 4.5 to 5.9; chromium 2.0 to 3.6; iron 0.2 to 0.8; zirconium 0.0l to 0.08; carbon 0.01 to 0.25; oxygen 0.03 to 0.25; titanium being the balance. The alloy possesses high ability to volume deformation in cold state (is easily rolled into rods), does not have tendency to form high-melting inclusions and is efficiently enforced with thermal treatment with obtaining of high level of strength and plasticity characteristics.

Abstract: An improved banner holder and method for exchangeable signs, flags, and other banners with extreme structural simplicity and a minimum moving parts. The banner holder comprises a support, at least one mounting members, an interchangeable brace to hold the banner, and an apparatus to automatically reduce wind loads on the banner. The banner is mounted on a brace. The brace engages one or more unique mounting members in such fashion as to make the brace, and the banner mounted on it, easily mountable, removable, and replaceable. The apparatus further protects the banner and banner holder from wind damage by automatically reducing the effective area of a banner in response to wind loading.

Abstract: A muscle group isolation device for weightlifters, worn when performing weightlifting exercises primarily for the triceps and biceps to assist the weightlifter in maintaining proper arm position while exercising. The muscle group isolation device includes an elongated flexible strap with a fastening means to adjustably connect the two ends of the strap together and form a continuous loop.

Abstract: A corrugated collapsible shipping container is disclosed which includes a rigid pallet having side panels, a back panel and a front door panel extending upwardly from the pallet, one side panel and the back panel formed from a sheet of corrugated material, and the other side panel and the door panel formed from a second sheet of corrugated material. Corrugated support beams extend across the top with a top sheet closing the container. The front door is self-hinged for access into the container.

Abstract: Utilization of gelatine in the form of sheets as support for images and the transfer thereof to surfaces or to tridimensional bodies through humidification of the sheet and, in certain cases, further subjecting said sheet to heat at a temperature comprised between 35° and 45° approximately. The surface on which the image contained in the gelatine sheet is applied can be a die-cut laminar material, with the possibility of separating each individual element from said die-cut material so that each individual element contains the corresponding image portion.

Abstract: A kite control assembly permitting arch-type kites with four attachment points to be flown with two control lines and further including changeable length line elements which may be set to cause particular performance by the kite under given wind conditions and to make the kite optimally maneuverable. Cross bridles, changeable in length, may be used to alter the turning radius of the kite in various wind conditions. Line guides and line stops may be provided for rapidly de-powering the kite.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for enhancing dissolution of gases in liquids by ejecting the gas-liquid mixture through nozzles in a reaction vessel. The nozzles are pressurized, sized and directed to produce micro-fine gas bubbles in the liquid and to initiate rotational flow of the gas-liquid mixture in the reaction vessel. The small bubble size and rotational flow maximizes the time the gas is in contact with the liquid. The apparatus and method are used to increase the dissolution of ozone gas into aqueous solutions to increase the decomposition of aqueous-based organic compounds, precipitation of heavy metals, and destruct and/or deactivate enteric viruses, enteric bacteria, and protozoans. An alternative embodiment mixes the gas with the liquid prior to ejection through the nozzles.

Abstract: A novel and improved banner holder for displaying easily exchangeable signs, flags, and other banners with extreme structural simplicity and a minimum of moving parts. The banner holder comprises a support member, at least two mounting members, and an interchangeable brace adapted to hold the banner. The ends of the brace are adapted to engage the mounting members in such fashion as to make the brace, and the banner mounted on it, easily mountable, removable, and replaceable.

Abstract: The apparatus is comprised of a compressed air source which is connected by a gas conduit to a heating unit whose outlet is connected to a supersonic nozzle inlet in which a supersonic portion is connected by a conduit to a powder feeder. Compressed air of pressure Po from the compressed air source by the gas conduit is delivered to the heating unit to be heated to the required temperature. The heated air enters the supersonic nozzle in which it is accelerated to a speed of several hundred meters per second. The powdered material is passed from the powder feeder by the powder feeding conduit to the supersonic nozzle portion in which it is accelerated by the air flow at section of the nozzle from the injection point to the nozzle outlet.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for enhancing the size and appearance of luggage bins on aircraft in which a shelf extension is attached to the front lip of the shelf and supported by brackets mounted to the side bulkheads of the bin. A curved profile door having rearwardly disposed webs at each end is pivotally mounted at the top of the bin and is configured to close against the front edges of the bin side bulkheads and the upper front surface of the bin shelf extension. Trim is provided to close the gap between adjacent shelf extensions and to cover the portion of shelf brackets extending beyond the front edges of the side bulkheads.

Abstract: A flush mounted valve assembly for releasably coupling a tubular member to the valve assembly by simple, one-handed operation. The tubular member, one end of which may be connected to a hose, is inserted into the coupler to open the valve. Helical grooves with a detent section on the tubular member engage matching nibs on the coupler, allowing the tubular member to be locked into place on insertion and rotation. Insertion of the tubular member opens a valve between the valve housing and the coupler member, permitting water from the pressurized water source to flow through the tubular member. O-rings are provided on the tubular member that engage the coupler prior to the opening of the valve, thereby preventing leakage around the tubular member. The valve housing and coupling are removably connected to each other, allowing easy access to the valve for periodic maintenance and alignment with the water source.

Abstract: Apparatus aiding physiologic systolic and diastolic dynamics of heart cavities designed to assist the systolic contraction of the heart ventricles, and to simultaneously or alternatively regulating the diastolic relaxation, provoking an atrial contraction, the ventricular mode comprising a stiff conical wrapping (12) surrounding the ventricles (11, 11a) fastened to a first ring (13) located on the base of the ventricles and with a distal tip (14) close to the cardiac apex, and a second internal concentrical ring (18) attached to the mouth of a conical bag (19) fastened through a distal vertex (19b) to said tip (14), so that the second ring (18) when rotating provoking in a first course a narrowing of the bag (19) squeezing the ventricles, aiding to the ventricular systole, and in a reverse turn allowing the diastolic filling regulating the ventricular diastole, and the atrial mode comprising a cap (20) surrounding the atria (21, 21a) leading them toward the ventricles (11, 11a) by tension members and wheels a

Abstract: The apparatus is comprised of a dosing chamber which is internally provided with a piston displaceable freely by means of pasty material introduced through a first extremity of said chamber from a first position to a second position, the piston being then actuated by means of a pressure fluid introduced through a second extremity to return to said first position, thereby displacing a volume being ejected through the extremity which is associated by sealed closing means to an opening of a housing wherein is housed a valve body with means to move the body inside the housing thereby communicating an inlet with said chamber, and alternatingly, communicating said chamber with an outlet conduit having emptying piston.

Abstract: The present invention describes a workholding apparatus for holding workpieces that are to undergo various machining processes. The workholder apparatus is particularly suitable for numerically controlled machining applications. The workholder consists of a main body having a generally flat work surface and two or more clamping assemblies slidably located beneath the work surface. The invention includes a means for accurately and repeatably clamping a workpiece to the work surface, so that a part may be removed at an intermediate stage for examination or other processing, and returned to the workholder in the same location. A major advantage of the present invention is the clamping is accomplished without producing undesirable stresses in the workpiece, and all sides of the workpiece can be exposed for machining without changing the attachment of the workpiece in the workholder. A modular and extensible embodiment of the invention is also described.

Abstract: Apparatus and method of utilization of waste tires by thermal processing into usable oil and fuel constituents is described in which the tires are heated to breakdown the rubber and other polymeric constituents at a temperature of up to about 1400° C. The gasification unit is a closed gas generator having a plurality of injectors for introduction of primary air. Gases generated by heating and combustion of the tires is rich in oil and gases useful in the chemical and power industries.