Abstract: An eyeglass cord winding device having a selectively extendable cord which is attachable to a frame of an existing pair of eyeglasses. The eyeglass cord winding device has a reel assembly housing which encloses a reel assembly having a reel and a coiled spring in mechanical contact with the reel. The cord is selectively extended from the reel assembly housing by a user pulling upon the leading end of the cord. The coiled spring biases the reel assembly to a retracted position wherein the cord is selectively wound around the reel. After attaching the leading end of the cord to the frame of the existing eyeglasses, a clip on the reel assembly housing is selectively attached to an item of clothing worn by the user, thereby preventing the accidental loss or misplacement of the eyeglasses after they have been removed from the head of the user.

Abstract: A yarn organizer, for conveniently holding and displaying a great variety of yarns, having at least two arms and a pivoting axle. The arms are substantially flat and have a connected end, a free end, and a plurality of openings extending fully through the arms. The openings are longitudinally spaced between the connected end and the free end. The pivoting axle extends transversely through the connected ends of the arms and allows the arms to pivot with respect to each other to selectively allow the arms to either fully or partially overlap each other. Spacers, which are located on the pivoting axle between the arms, allow for sufficient clearance for the yarn to extend through the openings of each arm and wrap around the side of the arm having that opening. Each opening of each yarn is uniquely identified with indicia.

Abstract: A laser illumination system, for use with an automobile, comprising a plurality of modules. Each module has a housing having a lens, and a mode selection switch for choosing between headlight and taillight modes. Preferably, two modules are mounted at the front of the automobile to function as headlights, and two of the modules are mounted at the rear of the automobile to function as taillights. Each module has a beam emitter which produces an initial beam of laser light and an output mirror which directs an exit beam through the lens, outwardly of the automobile, and ultimately creates a cone of light at the ground surface forwardly or rearwardly of the automobile. When used as a headlight and the mode selection switch is appropriately set, an output mirror rotation motor spreads the output beam so that it creates a larger cone on the ground surface.

Abstract: A fish tank vacuum, for use with a fish tank having a fish tank interior and an intake pipe, for removing debris from the fish tank interior with a suction nozzle. An attachment assembly connects to the intake pipe for establishing water flow into the suction nozzle. The suction nozzle is attached to a filter housing that holds a filter disk. Swivel assemblies are connected to the attachment assembly and the filter housing. A flexible tube extends between the swivel assemblies and allows the suction nozzle to easily move around the fish tank interior for debris removal.

Abstract: A logging and compliance computer system for use by drivers in meeting regulation when driving a vehicle containing a cargo. The system identifies the driver and retrieves a data record for that driver containing the driver's history of recent driving. The system accepts a destination, equipment safety report, and cargo description from the driver. The system plots a route to the destination considering the equipment safety report, the cargo description, the driver history, and regulations governing the driver operating the vehicle and transporting the cargo. The driver is allowed to drive if permissible under the regulations considering the driver's history while the system times the driving and regularly updates the data record. When the driver is no longer permitted to drive, the system warns the driver to rest. Following a rest period, when driving is again permissible under the regulations, the driver is alerted to continue to the destination.

Abstract: A portable pencil sharpener, for use upon a belt, in sharpening pencils, having a housing having a top having a top opening, a rear, and defining an internal cavity. A belt clip is located on the rear to facilitate attachment to the belt. A motorized sharpener assembly is located within the housing for automatically sharpening a pencil when inserted through the top opening. A power pack is located within the housing and has batteries for powering the motorized sharpener assembly. A charging plug and charging circuit allow the batteries to be recharged for subsequent use.

Abstract: A glove, for allowing convenient and mess-free eating when on the go, comprising a wrist portion, a palm portion, and a plurality of fingers. A pocket is attached to the fingers and has a top opening within which a food item may be placed. A user dons the glove by placing one hand into the glove. A food item is placed within the pocket and is partially exposed at the top opening of the pocket. The user may eat the food item while it remains in the pocket. After eating, the glove is grasped by the wrist portion and turned inside out in order to envelope the remaining food item and food debris.

Abstract: A necklace for wearing around a wearer's neck. The necklace is constructed from a number of strands of woven yarn. The strands are wrapped together, capped at each end, and frayed at various positioned between the ends in order to create the unique appearance of the necklace.

Abstract: A pedicure basin liner system, for preventing transmission of pathogens between pedicure clients when using a common pedicure basin. The pedicure basin has side walls, a bottom portion, and a top lip, which together define an interior volume capable of containing and supporting a quantity of water during a pedicure procedure. To prevent the water from actually contacting the basin while allowing the basin to support the weight of the water, the basin is covered with a liner that is shaped to fit closely within the basin against its bottom portion and side walls, and extend over the top lip. The liner is subsequently filled with water and the basin supports the weight of the water while remaining isolated from the water. After the pedicure procedure is performed, the water and the liner are disposed of.

Abstract: A snow and ice melting system for roads including a system of heating coils disposed below an upper surface of a roadway. The system of coils are arranged in a serpentine configuration whereby a majority of a surface area of the roadway is in contact with the heating coils. A system of laser heaters are disposed within side surfaces of curbs of the roadway in a spaced relationship. The laser heaters direct a ray of heat over the upper surface of the roadway. A weather sensitive activation sensor is secured to a top surface of a traffic light. The activation sensor is in communication with the system of heating coils and the system of laser heaters.

Abstract: A wet umbrella carrying bag that allows a wet umbrella to be stored so that water will be collected for later disposal and not dampen floor areas including a collapsible bag portion dimensioned for receiving an umbrella therein. The collapsible bag portion has an open upper end and an open lower end. A collection tray is secured to the open lower end of the collapsible bag portion. The collection tray has an open upper end and an open lower end. The open upper end is secured to the open lower end of the collapsible bag portion. The open narrow lower end has an adjustable drain disposed therein for selectively draining water from within the collection tray.

Abstract: A lotion heating system including a container having an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a side wall disposed therebetween. The container is dimensioned for receiving the bottle of lotion therein through the open upper end. A quantity of water is disposed within the container. A heating plate is secured within the container to the closed lower end thereof. A control knob is rotatably coupled with the side wall of the container. The control knob is in communication with the heating plate.

Abstract: A board game teaching letter locations on a keyboard including a first game board and a second game board. The upper surface of the first game board has a spinning wheel, a computer keyboard, and a pair of hand placement markers disposed thereon. The lower surface has a rotatable base secured thereto. The second game board has a path of travel defined by a starting location, a finishing location, and a plurality of spaces. The plurality of spaces are represented by letters of the alphabet in order. The second game board has a question card marker thereon. The spelling cards each have a category including related words to be spelled. A plurality of tokens are provided which represent players for movement along the path of travel of the second game board.

Abstract: A portable traffic signaling and emergency response device including a hand cart. A battery is secured to the hand cart. A CB radio is secured to the hand cart. The CB radio is operatively coupled with the battery. A warning sign is provided having a first side with “stop” printed thereon. The warning sign has a second side with “slow” printed thereon. A pair of warning flags are provided with each having a handle extending downwardly therefrom.

Abstract: A ladder for aboveground pools with incorporated foot rinsing system including a ladder portion adapted for coupling with a swimming pool. The ladder portion is comprised of a pair of elongated vertical spaced apart rails. The ladder portion includes a plurality of horizontal steps extending between the pair of rails in a spaced relationship. A water tank is secured to one of the pair of elongated vertical spaced apart rails of the ladder portion. The water tank has a hollow interior for holding a quantity of water therein. A plurality of water nozzles are secured within one of the pair of elongated vertical spaced apart rails of the ladder portion in a spaced relationship. The water nozzles are directed downwardly toward the horizontal steps of the ladder portion. The water nozzles are connected with the hollow interior of the water tank for receiving water therefrom.