Abstract: The present invention discloses a light switch designed physically similarly to a present day conventional light switch having a face plate and on/off switching capability for connection to standard house current using 110/115 volts AC electricity. The present invention discloses the light switch having memory capability wherein the light usage patterns actually used by the household resident can be stored into memory so that when the household residents are away from home they can activate the memory of the present invention so that the light switches are operated in their absence according to the actual usage pattern which has been exhibited by them while present in the house.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an intravascular foreign object retrieval catheter having an elongated, flexible first outer containment catheter having a second basket catheter contained therein and having a third microcatheter contained therein and having a fourth snare wire contained therein having a loop on the end thereof. The containment catheter, the basket catheter and the microcatheter work together as coaxial tubes. The basket catheter is slidable within the containment catheter, the microcatheter is slidable within the basket catheter, and the wire is slidable within the microcatheter. The basket catheter has a containment basket on its distal end which is used to surround a foreign object whereupon the innermost wire having a loop on its end is then placed around the foreign object. Thereafter, the microcatheter is advanced along the innermost wire in order to tighten the loop around the foreign object.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a sanitary handwear being a hygienic mitten to be worn about the hand of the user for protection of the hand of the user to be used to clean, wipe babies, self, or older people with bowel control problems. The present invention has a single compartment to house all of the fingers of the hand and a separate compartment for the thumb and has a defined wrist area. The mitten of the present invention is made of two layers. The first, inner layer is waterproof and impermeable, and, the second, outer layer is a moist, extra absorbent cloth-like disposable material containing moisturizers. The mitten is comprised of disposable material so that it may be easily and economically disposed of after use. The mitten also has an internal pull tab to aid in removal of the glove from the hand of the user.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a flower vase containing an inflatable balloon bouquet. The flower vase contains a source of air for inflating the balloons positioned near the bottom of the vase being connected to an upwardly standing air cylinder whereby the balloon bouquet stems are pushed upwardly through the air cylinder somewhat as an internal combustion piston passing through its cylinder. Means are provided for transferring gas from the gas canister through apertures in the wall of the air cylinder and thereafter through apertures in the hollow stems of the balloons and thereafter into the balloons themselves so that the balloons become inflated.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device for a cover on a vehicle, group of vehicles or building whereby the vehicles are protected from falling hail during a hail storm. The present invention comprises a flexible cover having an air blower for constantly supplying air to the cover along with spring-loaded outlet air valves whereby a preset pressure is maintained in the cover. The cover operates somewhat on the principle of a hovercraft according to dynamic physics. An air blower is also provided along with straps for holding the cover onto the vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a self-contained recirculating refrigeration system wherein the refrigerant is referred to as HTF (heat transfer fluid) which is cooled using liquid nitrogen. HTF remains in the liquid phase throughout the process of the present invention 10. The basic process can be viewed as beginning with the injection of liquid nitrogen (LN2) from a liquid nitrogen supply tank 22 into the thermal converter 18 wherein the heat transfer fluid (HTF) is cooled by LN2 through one or more heat exchangers to let the LN2 absorb heat from the HTF and thereby cool the HTF to refrigeration temperatures. The rate at which LN2 enters the thermal convector 18 is controlled by a valve so as to maintain the temperature of the HTF at a set point.

Abstract: An innersole device for reducing shock to the feet of the user of shoes as would occur with one who is running in his shoes. A shoe sole and innersole is disclosed having several types of shock reduction methods including: (1) opposing magnets with compressed air/nitrogen bubbles inserted therebetween; (2) inner shock absorbers in the lower sole/heel of the shoe; (3) multiple, e.g., four shock absorbers, attached to the lower sole and the heel cup; (4) a flexible middle sole having a flexible cavity therein containing water or gel.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a handless fish holder for holding fish while the hook is removed from the fish by the hands of the user. The present invention discloses a horizontally mounted platform having a pair of fixedly mounted jaws thereon having a first movable jaw pivotably being interposed between two fixed jaws whereby a fish can be held between the jaws. The movable jaw has a means for being locked in an open position and is spring tensioned toward the two fixed jaws. The platform is mounted on an upright standing arm-like member being adjustable vertically with the platform being 360 degrees rotatable. The upright standing arm is mounted on a U-shaped member having a threaded clamp member which can be attached to a boat seat or side or like platform.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a dual strap system used for connection to a utility bag, such as a computer bag, by which the bag can be converted into a backpack, In a first embodiment, the dual straps of the system cross each other by means of a rigid member disposed at the crossing point to provide a twist resistant arrangement and properly center the present invention on the back of the user. One strap has a stop located thereon which helps position the straps with respect to the rigid member when the strap is off the bag and maintain the integrity of the device during the time the device is not installed on the bag. An attachment clip system is also provided which automatically positions the straps properly for use when the right hand grab technique is used to shoulder the device. Further, the clip system is designed to keep the straps from tangling when the device is off the bag.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device for holding the carcass of an animal in a selected position for removing skin from the carcass of the animal having a horizontal bench like platform supported by multiple legs. The animal which is to be skinned is placed on the horizontal platform with each of the four legs of the animal having attachment means to one each of four arms which are angularly attached to the horizontal bench. The animal's legs are attached to the arms by adjustable chains or the like and the carcass is held securely in position while it is skinned.

Abstract: A soft contact lens cleaning device is disclosed which imparts a high amplitude short duration mechanically generated force to the lenses while the lenses are stored within their standard storage case. The shock of the force dislodges protein, film and other buildups which become attached to the lens surface while being worn in the eyes of a user. Embodiments are disclosed comprising leaf, coil and torsional spring members along with a solenoid member.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a quick release hitch pin which comprises an elongated member having a handle thereon which includes a locking assembly. The elongated member has a rod disposed in a central bore spring tensioned outwardly having a plunger on its inner end positioned between a pair of balls positioned in apertures which balls are urged outwardly by the plunger. As the balls are urged outwardly they form a locking member against the underside of the tow bar thereby preventing removal of the elongated member or pin. Alternative embodiments disclose a pair of tabs communicating with the lower portion of a looped rod, with the tabs having tangs thereon which tangs contact the underside of the tow bar when in the extended position thereby preventing removal of the elongated member.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an animal waste bag dispenser and disposal unit comprising a mounting bracket, a container for holding bags, having a bucket and lid, and a receptacle. The container and receptacle are attached to the mounting bracket by nuts and bolts which extend through apertures positioned along the length of the mounting bracket. Bands wrapping around the mounting bracket through a plurality of notches enable the bracket to be attached to a pole or tree. These bands allow the height of the unit to be adjusted to a convenient level along the pole. The front side of the bucket has an opening through which bags contained inside can be retrieved. The bucket is covered by a lid having a lip which extends downward from the lid over the bucket. The lid prevents the natural elements, namely rain and snow, from seeping into the bucket; thus, the bags contained within the container remain dry and clean.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device for a portable trailer hitch being attached to the forks of a fork lift truck or similar motorized vehicle. The device discloses an upper and lower frame member separated by spacer plates whereby the forks of the fork lift truck can be slidably inserted into slots between the upper and lower frame members. The upper frame member comprises nut and bolt tightening members or the like which secure the upper and lower frame members to the forks of the fork lift truck. Furthermore, the upper frame member comprises a channel member mounted thereon having a trailer hitch ball mounted to it.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses an apparatus and method for a storm shelter which can be used aboveground and belowground, and, may be skin supported. The present invention discloses that its top 11, front 13 and rear 15 surfaces can be made from a single, curved piece of material 12, and, that its sides 14 are made from two straight pieces of material all of which pieces are mounted onto parallel curved fine members 18 which are mounted onto a base frame 16 which is anchored to a foundation 34. The storm shelter of the present invention can be manufactured and pre-assembled in an embodiment having a single piece 12, top 11, front 13 and rear 15 construction or in an embodiment having a multiple piece 46 and 48, top 11, front 13 and rear 15 construction designed for on-site construction in the form of a kit or pieces which can be assembled on-site.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a pair of end dams for use on a waterbox on a papermaking machine. The end dam has a front curved foot-like structure having a mounting bracket on its back side for attachment to the backside of the waterbox while the curved end has a packing material on its underside which comes into contact with the steel roll of the papermaking machine. The packing material serves as an end dam communicating between the pond level control dam located on the forward shelf of the waterbox and the leading edge of the steel roll in such a way that the liquids are retained within the waterbox instead of being spilled onto the surrounding floor. The end dam of the present invention is secured to the waterbox with a screw-type clamp.

Abstract: A tonneau cover assembly for selectively covering a pickup truck bed. The truck bed has a left sidewall, a right sidewall, a floor and a tailgate. The tonneau cover assembly comprises a left cover and a right cover, a plurality of hinges attaching the covers to the sidewalls, a pair of rods attached to the inside of the sidewalls, and a pair of springs coiled on the rods. The springs have end portions that extend over the inside of the sidewalls, and a center portion that extends over the sidewalls. The tonneau cover assembly further has a locking mechanism to securedly lock the covers flat against the top of the truck bed.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device for a shoe insole having multiple layers which form an air circulation system. A first layer is a fabric-like covering; a non-deformable second and deformable third layers forming together a layer with a cavity therein having offset apertures therein communicating by means of the cavity positioned underneath the fabric-like covering; a fourth layer made of foam rubber like material that deflates under the user's weight and re-expands when not under the user's weight; a bottom layer being a stiffer layer that forms a recess for receiving the other layers. A first and second exhaust conduit is formed in a side extension area for outward passage of stale air. The layers are joined to each other and the device is then inserted into the shoe of the user. The weight of the user is alternatively placed on and removed from the insole while walking or running. When the weight of the user is on the insole it compresses and stale air is forced out the exhaust conduit.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a footpad or inner sole to be used and worn inside the boot or shoe of military or civilian personnel exposed to dangerous environments in order to prevent injury to the user from being in the vicinity of an explosive device while it explodes. The present invention consists of several layers of effectively strong material comprising approximately 30 layers in total. In one embodiment therein are about 15 layers of a first effectively strong fabric underneath about 15 more layers of the first effectively strong fabric alternating with the second effectively strong fabric. Test have shown this combination to be exceedingly strong and to provide protection to the user from explosive devices and, furthermore, tests have shown that one effectively strong combination results in an embodiment wherein the first fabric is KEVLAR and the second fabric is SPECTRA.