Abstract: This invention is a new and unique method and means for the mounting of photographs wherein special embossing and mounting techniques, including special adhesive methods and means are employed so that the album properly maintains its shape with or without photographs mounted upon the special pages utilized, and wherein the techniques include removability features without affecting the uniformity of the thickness of the album, with or without pictures, and wherein special techniques are utilized to provide dual mounting of photographs on opposite sides of specially formed double mounting pages.

Abstract: This is an apparatus for performing the method for dressing, or finishing the bottom surfaces and edges of skis, or the like, featuring the use of belt sanders wherein the sanding belt runs over an elongated platen, which platen has means to flex at its center so as to provide a curvature bearing surface, in which the ski bottoms are dressed to an even and flat surface across their widths.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for performing said method wherein a drinking straw having a flexible section thereof is inserted into a container for fluids, and which is particularly characterized by the use of means for folding the straw about the flexible portion and inserting the same within a liquid filled container prior to the sealing of said container, in such a manner that the straw is angularly disposed so as to be readily accessable on opening of the container.

Abstract: This is a method, and an apparatus for performing said method, wherein the latent energy in expansible fluids is utilized in a multi stage series of expanders, or energy extractors, wherein succeeding expanders or energy extractors derive energy from fluid emanating from a preceding expander from which some energy was previously derived; and, wherein, important features are: the ability to maximize the torque output from the combined units as necessary for special load conditions by bypassing the primary fluid around one expander and into a succeeding expander with the bypassed expander being immmobilized; and differential coupling of the mechanical output of the expanders for utilization of maximum output and efficiency under varying conditions of capacity of the expanders due to changes in fluid and load conditions.

Abstract: This is a method, and an apparatus for performing said method, wherein the latent energy in expansible fluids is converted to mechanical or electrical energy or the like by the utilization of a multiplicity of expanders wherein succeeding expanders derive energy from fluid emanating from a preceding expander from which energy was previously derived; and, wherein, a feature is the by-passing, as desired, of subsequent expansions so that maximum torque can be obtained when desired; and wherein, the mechanical outputs of the expanders are connected by differential energy distributing means so as to accommodate for changes in the relative capacities of the two expanders by reason of changes in conditions in such manner that the relative change of capacities are accommodated by relative changes in the speed of the mechanical output of the expanders.

Abstract: A device for feeding paper to a coin wrapping machine by guiding of the paper from a roll to the machine. The guide includes a rotatable roller positioned in parallel relationship to the paper roll and a non-rotatable bar that guides the paper from the roller into the machine at a ninety degree relationship to the axis of the roller.

Abstract: This invention is a disposable cover in combination with a framework, adjustable so as to accommodate various sizes of frying pans or the like, the purpose of which is to prevent grease or the like, from spattering outside of a frying pan or the like, when being used for frying foods.

Abstract: This is a method and apparatus for performing such method to provide protection to police officers during the interviewing of witnesses and the investigation of matters, such protection being concerned with protection against false charges of police brutality and the like, and from unexpected attack in which a police officer causes his interrogation to be transmitted to a receiver and recording device located within the police vehicle and in which on emergency occurrences a special signal is transmitted which "locks" into the police vehicle broadcasting system for transmission to police headquarters. This method and apparatus features the use of VHF communications to provide a permanent record of all verbal communications between the police officer and others during investigations.

Abstract: This invention is a teaching aid for use by children and others in learning the association between mechanical items. It is characterized by two parts of a mechanical item which are capable of being connected together, being respectively connected to different portions of pieces of a jigsaw puzzle-type apparatus in such manner that when the jigsaw puzzle is correctly assembled, the matching mechanical elements will be in a position to be joined together, and in such manner that when all such items are correctly joined together the jigsaw puzzle will remain in an assembled configuration until the elements are disconnected.

Abstract: A mill for the pulverizing and classification of particles utilizing an impact rotor to obtain the reduction of large chunks and particles of materials by impaction between lining plates and hammers mounted on the rotor. The lining plates are mounted on adjustable walls of an impact reduction chamber in a position to be impacted by the particles thrown from the impact rotor hammers. Particles are then carried by vertical air flow into vertically stacked classification chambers which are located directly above the attrition chamber. Gravity and deflector plates cause the return of some of the particles which receive a secondary impact with the impact rotor producing a continuous interchange of particles and resulting in the autogenous attrition of the particles between the rotor and lining plates. Another feature of the present invention is the utilization of a "fluidizer" to maintain the flow of particles which accumulate at the bottom of the impact reduction chamber.

Abstract: This invention is a new and unique acoustical board formed of fire retardant materials which board has the unique qualities of being fire retardant, sound absorbing, heat insulating, and decorative, and may be formed virtually in any desired size and shape. It is composed of fiberglass reinforced melamine resin panels or the like having one grooved surface covered by fiberglass cloth with perforations suitable to admit sound waves into the grooved areas of the underlying board in such manner as to trap, and debilitate such sound waves therein, and, it has been particularly formed so as to be oil impervious, while retaining the sound deadening qualities by the insertion of a thin membrane of oil impervious material between the fiberglass cloth and the melamine panel.

Abstract: A lifting tool for lifting water meter covers including a hook member contoured and sized to go through the hole in the water meter cover and a telescoping sleeve member around the shank of the hook member, adapted to move up and down relative to the hook member, and including a spacing member for forcing the hook at the end of the hook member to engage the bottom of the water meter cover to facilitate lifting of the cover.

Abstract: A cargo tie down anchor unit which can be attached to automotive vehicles, or the like, featuring a slideable anchoring element which can be retracted into the anchor unit housing wherein the slideable anchoring element is positioned out of sight when not in use.

Abstract: A device consisting of a rectangular shell affixed to a spring-type clamp for securement thereof onto a convenient location on a scaffolding or mortar board, the rectangular shell used for holding level in a convenient but safe location for use by construction workers, such as bricklayers, masons, and the like, when performing construction tasks, or for use in storing a level when not in use. The level is inserted through the open end of the rectangular shell, the level thus being maintained in a safe and out of the way location, with the spring-type clamp affixed to a desired surface, including a scaffolding, mortar board, home work bench, or the like.

Abstract: This invention is an apparatus for atomizing and mixing substances with a carrier gas. The invention is particularly characterized by increasing the speed and decreasing the static pressure of the gas by drawing it through a suitable throat arrangement in combination with a metering device for the substance to be atomized, wherein such substance to be atomized is taken into the said gas in such manner that the substance disperses within said gas along an expanding surface thus creating maximum atomization, impregnation, and dispersion of the gas and substance.

Abstract: This invention is a new and improved method and attachment for fork lift trucks, providing for greater maneuverability wherein the forks of a fork lift truck are angulated with respect to the direction of travel of the fork lift truck; and wherein the apparatus is distinguished by an attachment which replaces the forks of the fork lift truck on the fork carrier which attachment provides an independent fork carrier as a part thereof and wherein the independent fork carrier is angularly movable with respect to the original fork carrier by use of remote control. Included is the use of a double action cylinder and also a carrier for rolls of carpet.

Abstract: This invention is a new and unique method, and apparatus for performing said method, for the installation of bulkheads, together with ceilings, in ships or other locations and is distinguished by the utilization of a special system of preformed panels which are held in position by specially formed friction clamps erected between a friction holding header of special construction and footing fastened to the deck or floor, and is further characterized by heat transfer blocking fasteners.