Abstract: Onions are lifted and transported individually and are transferred in succession onto an orientation conveyor where the onions are made to roll along a belt conveyor driven in the opposite direction to align the stem axes transverse to the line of movement of the conveyor. Following orientation, the onions are gripped individually and carried into engagement with a pair of laterally spaced trimming blades which cleanly snip off the protrusions at the ends of each onion along the stem axis to prepare the onions for further processing. During their movement toward the trimming blades by the gripping and carrying means, the onions engage blade connected camming means which automatically adjusts the lateral spacing of the trimming blades responsive to variations in onion size. Following the trimming operation, the onions are released automatically into a collector means.

Abstract: A tool box for a pickup truck which is mounted by removing a portion of the forward section of the bed and placing the box between the remainder of the bed and the cab. The tool box permits easy storage of tools and the like by access to compartments from both sides of the truck.

Abstract: An ashtray having grooves configured to receive and hold the cigarette for slowing the burning rate thereof and for extinguishing it before it burns to the end. The primary improvement is the elimination of tar and moisture condensate on the cigarette.

Abstract: An athletic shoe for running and having a bar tread configuration providing improved traction with the running surface while cushioning the foot and providing improved flexibility so as not to limit the bending of the foot.

Abstract: A personal identifier comprising a portable device for generating a signal identifying the user. This identifier may be reprogrammed periodically by the user for protecting against unauthorized use or for sending special information. In addition the identifier can be energized to radiate a uniquely coded high energy signal to indicate the user needs emergency assistance and also includes a loudspeaker for transmitting the signal to a telephone receiver to allow communicating through the telephone system.

Abstract: An orthotic stabilizer for an athletic shoe comprising a semirigid body formed to fit around and under the wearer's heel above the midsole forming a concave pocket for receiving the heel and extending from the heel along approximately two-thirds of the length of the foot. Immediately beneath the calcaneous region is an opening in the stabilizer approximately the size of the calcaneous lower extremity filled with a padding material. The stabilizer serves to cushion the calcaneous during running and expedite subtalar joint stabilization to allow the foot to accommodate to the running surface as heel contact is made.

Abstract: A hanger for suspending sound speakers from a standard ceiling whereby adjustment can be made of the speaker position for best sound dispersal.

Abstract: An athletic shoe particularly adapted for use in racing and training, having a tilted cleat configuration on the sole for contacting the running surface in a manner to provide good traction while effectively cushioning the foot and leg of the wearer when the foot strikes the ground.

Abstract: An electronic identification and recognition system including a portable radio frequency signal generator having a circuit for repeatedly generating and transmitting an identifying signal having predetermined characteristics of frequency and pulse length.A single crystal determines the radio frequency signal and the two modulating square wave rates, and the bit data rate, so that synchronism with a remote receiver is readily obtained. A low level of transmitting power is chosen to allow non-interfering transmission on a variety of radio frequencies, and also to allow significant circuit simplifications and economics.Transmission may be initiated by push button or by interrogation from the central receiver station.A receiver receives and synchronously decodes the transmitted signal.

Abstract: A training attachment for a stringed instrument which is fixed in the F holes to extend across the strings and serve as a guide for assuring the correct use of the bow.

Abstract: Onions are lifted and transported individually and are transferred in succession onto an orientation conveyor where the onions are made to roll on a path of least resistance until their stem axes are transverse to the line of movement of the conveyor. Following orientation, the onions are gripped individually and carried into engagement with a pair of laterally spaced trimming blades which cleanly snip off the protrusions at the ends of each onion along the stem axis to prepare the onions for further processing. During their movement toward the trimming blades by the gripping and carrying means, the onions engage blade connected camming means which automatically adjusts the lateral spacing of the trimming blades responsive to variations in onion size. Following the trimming operation, the onions are released automatically into a collector means.

Abstract: A wrist-mounted indicating device coupled to various parts of the body of the wearer for measuring and visually indicating the pulse rate, the breathing rate and the jogging rate during a running exercise.

Abstract: A shuffle feed structure comprising first and second sets of shuffle feed mbers supported on their respective frames for reciprocating movement so as to advance articles lying thereon in single file order. The feed members are constructed with adjacent surfaces including offset portions so as to prevent articles being advanced from aligning with and falling through the space between the individual flights.

Abstract: A lock for joining cables, chains and the like comprising identical parts attached to the cable ends. Each part comprises a hollow cylinder in which is positioned a lever extending lengthwise of the cylinder and attached for limited pivoting action. Each lever end forms a lip which overlaps and interlocks with the lip of the other lever end when the cylinders are butted end-to-end. For disengaging the cylinder ends these levers are pivoted to a nonoverlapping position and the cylinders are pulled apart.

Abstract: A shoe for sprinters, middle distance and distance runners incorporating sharp spikes or like traction devices under the toe portion and raised cushion cleats under the heel portion for maintaining the heel in an elevated position for a good running posture and to provide cushioning as well as traction during heel contact. Also, the elevated heel portion reduces excess strain on the Achilles' tendon of the middle distance and long distance runners.

Abstract: A tool for use with a hydraulic press for holding a connecting rod to enable the removal and reinsertion of the connecting rod bolts by actuation of the press.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding the flaps of a carton to allow the glue to set and seal the flaps in the closed position. After glue has been applied and the flaps are folded to the closed position, there is a short time period that the flaps must be maintained closed by an external force. Because of the uneven contour of the flaps, the subject invention is provided to apply this force in a firm yet yieldable manner to allow for the uneven carton contours while not exerting unneeded force on the carton contents as it moves through the apparatus.

Abstract: A golf putter having a spring-loaded rotatable head with hitting faces on opposite sides having different pitches so the player can select the pitch most suitable for putting around the golf green.

Abstract: A circuit for accurately detecting the zero crossing points of a data signal. Noise in the signal is eliminated by deleting all noise present on the signal having an amplitude or a width less than a predetermined value prior to detecting the crossover points.

Abstract: A feed apparatus for conveying articles to a rotary cutter for cutting the articles lengthwise into segments. To obtain nearly equal sized segments while cutting randomly sized articles, the feed apparatus receives the articles one at a time between feed belts spaced radially about the cutter center line. These belts are supported to move radially outward in unison to accommodate each article thereby aligning the articles with the cutter center line prior to cutting.