Abstract: In the process of defining quilted fabric, non-stretchable, stretchable and interior layers of materials are wound on separate rollers. Then the layers are positively fed from the rollers to a bi-directional acting sewing assembly wherein the non-stretchable layer is provided with zero elongation and the stretchable layer is provided with 25 to 300 percent stretch. Next, the arranged layers are sewn in sets of sinusoidal-like seam patterns. Finally the stretched layer is permitted to relax to a natural state wherein a series of puffs are formed in rows across the layer normal to stretch direction of the stretchable layer. Result: columns of puffs of even numbered rows are aligned with each other but are laterally offset with respect to puffs of odd numbered rows by a constant amount.

Abstract: A micro-torque limiting production tool comprises a hollow cylindrically shaped handle in which a combination bit retainer clutch mechanism is supported. The combination bit retainer-clutch mechanism includes a pair of cylindrical clutch plates of a plastic composite composed of teflon fluorocarbon and acetal resin, having bulbous regions of diameter D1 in axially broad contact with each other within the central cavity of the handle to define a primary braking surface of area .pi.(D1/2).sup.2. Reduced regions of the clutch plates face in opposite directions, from a shoulder region to a remote end segment, the remote end segment of one of the reduced regions, extending through a secondary braking plate also of a plastic composite as described above, to define a secondary annular braking surface equal to .pi.[(D1-D2)/2].sup.2 (where D1 and D2 are exterior and interior diameters of such plate).

Abstract: The present invention relates a rotatable display stand for a plurality of incense sticks, such display stand including a first planar disk of diameter D1 having an upright axis of symmetry substantially normal to the earth's surface, and a broad surface normal to such surface for supporting a series of cylindrical incense stick holders in upright positions. In one aspect, the first planar disk is stacked a predetermined height H above and rotatable relative to a rigid base using a metallic bearing mount. Such mount includes upper and lower races one of which being rigidly mounted to the broad surface of the base and the other mounted to the first planar disk to permit rotation of the first dick as well as second and third disks stacked above the first disk.

Abstract: A system for better organizing telephone termination tasks--off work site--for later use at the job site, comprises:(i) a single colored planar backboard support member dedicated to particular type of termination task, and defining a first upper broad surface and a second under broad surface terminating in a series of vertically depending parametric end walls; (ii) one or more rows of spools attached to the first upper broad surface of the backboard support member off-site to provide for proper cable management routing therebetween at the job site, (iii) a series of terminal wiring blocks arranged in rows and/or columns mounted on the backboard support member off site, each of the wiring blocks including a planar base and a series of rows of upright fingers for effecting a selected termination purpose at a job site, and (iv) a series of fastening assemblies attached to and between the under surface of the base of each of the wiring blocks and the first upper broad surface of the planar backboard support membe

Abstract: A detector system and method are described for accurately indicating filter capacity of a filter assembly positioned within the piping network owned by the end user, includes the steps of: (a) introducing the natural gas stream to a filter selected from a group that includes at least activated charcoal and impingement adsorbing and absorbing media whereby natural gas contaminants concentrated in the gas stream at sufficient levels to be a detection threat by aperiodic loading of such network in which contaminants become clumped into packets due to dampening effects of the compressor-driven equipment and multiple customer outlet usage that add to aperiodic loading of the natural gas stream coupled with surprising longevity of the in situ contaminant, is filtered from the gas stream and captured, (b) passing an unfiltered sample of natural gas stream and a filtered sample of such stream to the detector system of the invention wherein capacity of the filter assembly located within the end user-customer's piping

Abstract: A switch lockout for preventing movement of a switch arm which projects through an opening in a switch face plate and pivots about a transverse ON-OFF axis, of either a conventional wall-type electrical rocker or a conventional wall-type toggle switch, comprises (i) a mounting frame parallel to the switch face plate that includes a side wall of octagonal shape integrally attached to a planar end wall located--in operations--in a position parallel to the switch face plate. The end wall has a continuous edge integrally attached to the side wall to form a box-like interior cavity, and a central aperture extending orthogonally therethrough, and (ii) a cover frame pivotally attached to the mounting frame along a transverse pivot axis parallel to the transverse ON-OFF axis of the switch arm.

Abstract: Auxiliary holder for releasably stowage of a tensionable measuring tape, comprises a back panel formed of leather or like material. The back panel has a front surface terminating in top, bottom and side edges. In one embodiment, a pair of slots are formed in the back panel after which a front panel is attached therebetween wherein a tight-fitting pocket is formed. The back panel also includes a rectangular notch or opening used to stow the cantilevered leg of the rear drop shaped clip of the measuring tape. Attachment of the holder to the user's body is via serpentining the user's belt through the pair of transversely spaced slots constructed in the back panel wherein the serpentining begins at one of the slots in which the non-buckle end of the belt passes through from the front surface of the back panel through the slot and thence along the rear surface of the back panel and out the other of the slots.

Abstract: The invention relates to hand-insertable, rigid plastic cover for use with an individual boat blade of a propeller of an in-board or outboard boat motor wherein each cover of the invention is integrally formed as a single unit using of a conventional plastic material such as polyethylene. Briefly, the plastic cover of the invention comprises a pair of broad side walls of a tear-dropped or elliptically shape placed in a side-by-side relationship and terminating at a U-shaped closed edge or end wall but being open at a concavely formed, transverse open top to permit easily insertion over the leading and trailing edges of each blade.

Abstract: In one aspect, the sweepline system of the invention include a sweepline chain divided into a series of uniform subunits of common length attached along its U-shaped length to the hanging chains of the bottom trawl wherein such sweepline system is provided with its own separate auxiliary floatation system. In another aspect, a series of transverse drag chains are attached relative to the sweepline chain or the like, at a series of equally spaced junctions and downwardly sweep from such junctions in a downwardly depending direction, such junctions being located below the trawl net but above the bottom of the ocean, sea or the like wherein each drag chain comprises a series of chain links of overall length L defining a series of hinges therealong at the intersection of the individual links.

Abstract: A detector system and method for accurately indicating over- and under pressurization conditions within the piping network owned by the end user, includes the steps of: (a) introducing the natural gas stream to a filter selected from a group that includes at least activated charcoal and impingement adsorbing and absorbing media whereby natural gas contaminants concentrated in the gas stream at sufficient levels to be a detection threat by aperiodic loading of such network in which contaminants become clumped into packets due to dampening effects of the compressor-driven equipment and multiple customer outlet usage that add to aperiodic loading of the natural gas stream coupled with surprising longevity of the in situ contaminant, is filtered from the gas stream and captured, (b) passing filtered sample of natural gas and a sample of ambient air to a pair of identical systems excepting the set point level of each is formulated to indicated the occurrence of either an over-pressurization condition or of an unde

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and compositions useful for inhibiting corrosion of a corrodible metal resulting from contact of water and air with the metal. In this method, a stannous salt and a hydrocarbyl substituted succinimide of a polyethylene polyamine are added to the water in minor amounts and cooperatively reduce corrosion of the metal to a substantially zero rate. While the amount of each agent for an effective inhibition is minor, say in the range of from about 0.1 to 100 ppm, a relatively concentrated solution is required for addition to the water. Suitable solvent media include the lower alkanols and mixture thereof with or without added water. Isopropanol is preferred. The solvent component of the compositions also varies depending upon the particular imide and/or salt component employed and the concentration desired.

Abstract: A one-piece plastic cover for a seat of a dining chair is described. The cover comprises a single layer of polyvinyl chloride polymer having broad double polished top and bottom surfaces of sufficient tackiness to adhere to each other but allow fabric associated with clothes of the user to slide without adherence thereover. The top and bottom broad surfaces of the cover are constructed of a generally rectangular shape wherein the broad surfaces terminate in a front edge, a pair of side edges, a rear edge. The cover also defines a longitudinal axis of symmetry bisecting the front and rear edges. A pair of front corners are formed at the intersection of the front and side edges of the cover.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a center-line trenching system for use at the earth's surface such as on a paved street, road, highway or the like. The system includes a rubber tired drive machine movable over the earth's surface for advancing a side-by-side tandem of a earth saw and a conveyor attached to a rear surface of the drive machine. The conveyor includes a subframe and an elongated main frame. The subframe comprises a pair of longitudinally extending truss members pivotly attached to the drive machine at a first pivot axis of rotation that is fixed in elevation relative to the earth's surface. The main frame includes a pair of rail members pivotally mounted at near end regions to the truss members at a second axis of rotation, and has trailing end regions that define the remote termini of the conveyor. A hydrostatic actuator is pivotally mounted between the subframe and the main frame.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, the L-shaped status bar is modified by the addition of a mount to form a status bar subassembly. In the subassembly, the mount is preferably slidably attached to the status bar by an inverted U-shaped clasp, such U-shaped clasp being open along one side to slidably attach about a vertically extending leg of the L-shaped status bar. Positioned above the U-shaped clasp is a upright U-shaped, indicia supporting frame. The frame includes a pair of side walls and an end wall. The frame is open along one side and attaches to the U-shaped clasp at an opposite common end wall. The cavity formed between the side and end walls of the frame is constructed to receive a card that contains written indicia wherein all data related to an addressee's (or addressees') change in status per slot. In that way, efficiency of service is greatly improved.

Abstract: An actuator switch enclosure utilizing a plate capable of being positioned against the cover of the electrical switch actuator. A holder is also included in the present invention for maintaining the position of the plate against the associated cover utilizing fastener openings in the cover. A flap is attached to the plate and is capable of moving into a position where the flap is at least partially against the plate. The flap further possesses a pair of compartments for enclosing switch actuators of different types and preventing the same from being employed. The flap is secured to the plate to prevent unauthorized opening of the same.

Abstract: The system of the invention includes: a self propelled vehicle having a bed for receiving debris after comminution has occurred. The bed includes a cover.

Abstract: An auxiliary holder for a sprocketed measuring, tensionable measuring tape having a conventional clip with a free leg thereon comprising a back panel having top, bottom and side edges, a front panel connected to the back panel to thereby form a pocket therebetween having a first transverse opening, a rectangular notch formed in the back panel extending from the bottom edge and at least one clip attached to the back panel for attachment to an individual. Wherein, in use, the clip of the measuring tape is inserted into the first transverse opening of the pocket and the free leg disconnectably resides within the notch formed in the back panel.

Abstract: This invention provides an electrochemical water treatment device for producing hydroxyl free radicals and decomposing by oxidation chemical substances dissolved in water. It utilizes a novel electrode which is capable of operation at sufficiently positive anodic potential to produce hydroxyl radicals.

Abstract: Temperature of the gas stream entering the end user's internal piping system has been found to be fairly stable (at about 50 degree F.) but still variable while the temperature of the end user's internal piping system (irrespective of total length) has been found to vary as a function of the ambient temperature exterior of the end user's internal piping system. Each of such temperatures can be used in association with a differential pressure leakage detection system that uses a piezoresistive pressure sensor which measures differential pressures between the natural gas and ambient air both entering the sensor to provide a pair of output signals with the difference between these signals being related to the occurrence of small leakage of natural gas within the internal piping network of the end-user, such flow being normalized so that any such flow is due only to leakage.