Abstract: Several embodiments of a drink holder are designed to replace a conventional ashtray pivotally or slidably mounted in a vehicle.

Abstract: An adjustable rear view mirror is particularly adapted for use with truck trailers and is moveable both outwardly and angularly with respect to the truck cab to thus maintain a clear view towards the rear of the trailer. The mirror assembly utilizes a double cable control with one such cable moving the entire mirror housing outwardly during a turning of the trailer, and the other cable control then rotating the mirror into a desired viewing angle. Both cable controls utilize screw operators, and they may be manually or motor controlled.

Abstract: A two wheel hand or appliance truck of the type used for moving heavy objects obtains extra lifting leverage through the use of a separate, pivotally-attached handle which is connected to the pre-existing conventional handle forming a part of the frame. The secondary handle is attached securely to the main frame of the truck by means of welded braces near the top of the primary handle, and may be pivoted upwardly into an operating position against the tension of a shock cord assembly. The secondary handle permits additional leverage to be applied to the load to be lifted.

Abstract: A liquid or gel filled pillow utilized for therapeutic purposes is formed from a pair of flexible casing of plastic or the like, one within the other, and being separated by a compressible electrically conductive foam material having a high resistance in its uncompressed slate and a low resistance when compressed. The facing surfaces of the casings are coated with a layer of highly conductive material in electrical contact with the foam. The inner casing is provided with a thermostatically controlled heating element for heating the liquid or gel contained therein. One terminal of the heating element is connected to the power supply through the conductive layers foam so that upon compression of the foam, as would be occasioned by a patient laying his head upon the pillow, there will result an electric current flow to the heating element due to the lowered electrical resistance of the foam.

Abstract: Modules for decorative lighting are designed to replace conventional strings of Christmas lights. The modules include rigid strips of plastic, wood, or the like, with through-extending apertures in which conventional strings of lights can be positioned. Exterior surface portions of the strips are provided with attachment means, such as double faced tape, hook and loop fasteners, etc., with artificial plastic holly then being attached to the strip in a decorative manner. Through the use of hook and loop fasteners or similar attachment structure, the holly can be selectively rearranged when desired to form different decorative patterns.

Abstract: A game holding gambrel is formed from a pair of plastic tubes attachable together by the use of a threaded coupling. Loops are provided at opposed ends of the assembled tubes with these loops being designed to receive the feet of the animal to be butchered. A plastic chain extends upwardly from the ends of the tube assembly and is attachable to a tree limb, or the like, so that the animal can be held in a suspended position. The gambrel may be disassembled into a compact package for storage and transportation.

Abstract: A portable treadmill exercising apparatus is foldable into a compact size when not being utilized. The treadmill includes the use of telescoping handles which, when collapsed, release the tension on the treadmill belt so that the unit can be folded in half.

Abstract: A nursing apparatus is utilized for stimulating lactation in the female human breast. A breast receiving opening permits the positioning of the apparatus over the female breast, and means for pressurizing and depressurizing an attached chamber then operates to provide a suction action. Additional stimulation is provided by an electrically powered vibrator, while the breast receiving portion includes a chamber which may be filled with warm water to thus simulate the temperature of an infant's mouth.

Abstract: Several embodiments of self-spreading battery terminal connectors utilize restricted movement bolts. In each embodiment, the battery terminal connector bolt is freely rotatable without experiencing threaded axial movement in one side of the connector, with the opposite connector then being movable along the bolt to open or close the connector around a battery terminal.

Abstract: A solar heated sauna comprises a semicircular section of transparent or smoked rigid plastic which is positionable over a lounge chair, beach blanket, or the like. A user reclines under the sauna on the chair or blanket, and ventilation holes, as well as pivotally connected flaps, are provided for adjusting the amount of ventilation. The design of the invention further includes side positioned holes which can be utilized as handles.

Abstract: A rack is specially designed for holding stereo and television remote control devices. The rack includes horizontally adjustable shelves and may further include either a fixed or swivel base. The rack also includes a special holder for a television guide book or the like.

Abstract: A fish gaff comprises a gaff hook releasably attached to a handle by either spring tension or compression. Depending upon the weight of the gaffed fish, the hook may be partially released from the handle to permit its relative rotation. This construction permits a user to maintain control of a fish without the gaff being twisted, bent or jerked out of the user's hands. In a first embodiment, spring tension is utilized to pull the hook into engagement with a locking slot formed in an interior portion of the handle. In a second embodiment, spring compression is utilized to maintain the hook in a locked position relative to the handle.