Abstract: This is a method for supporting a pump shaft, or the like, within a tubing wherein bearing supports are provided which can be inserted and removed from the tube for maintenance purposes, or the like, with or without disturbing the location of the tube, and wherein the method is practiced by utilizing expanding bushings within the tubing, which bushings will support a shaft extending through the bushings. The bushings are caused to clamp to the internal surface of the tubing by means of an expandable split sleeve as a part of each such bushing which is normally of a smaller size than the interior of the tubing, but which is caused to expand by having a tapered inner surface which is forced upward on a tapered supporting surface by means of a threaded sleeve and, thus, is caused to expand against the interior of the tubing.

Abstract: This is a method, and apparatus for performing the method, by which artificial stream conditions are generated within the forebay of dams used for hydroelectric facilities. The method includes the introduction into the reservoir at the appropriate depth of an artificial stream condition to attract downstream migrating fish and to then divert them into a generally nonvisible (at its inception) conduit with a gradually reducing interior section until such time as the fish are brought into an increased stream flow from which they cannot retreat. The fish are then carried by conduit around or in other manner bypassing the dam and the electrical generating turbines or the like to a point downstream from the dam where they are released into the stream.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for alternately transferring energy between two objects suspended from a common swiveled point. The first of the objects is put into motion in a circular fashion about the second object which is in a stationary condition. Ultimately, energy is transferred from the first object to the second object, causing the second object to follow the first object in a circular manner. The resulting transfer of energy slowly brings the first object to a stationary condition and moves the second object in a circular motion. A transfer of energy then continues between the first and second objects in the aforementioned manner. Swings containing humans also transfer energy from one swing to another as characterized by this invention. The invention is further characterized by means for changing the position of the common meeting point of the suspension lines from each object.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for practicing the method in which data may be uniquely recorded concerning the gait of a patient undergoing diagnosis and/or treatment in connection with podiatric matters. The method includes a special video recording and sound recording of the movement and effects of movement of the patient under consideration upon a treadmill under controlled conditions. The apparatus of the invention includes special mounting of video and sound recording apparatus in proximity to a visual observer and the patient with appropriate supporting framework adjustably controlling mounting and utilization of the treadmill in concert with the recording apparatus.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for separating blood from other fluids added to the blood in connection with operative procedures. It is particularly exemplified by bypassing a portion of the blood during surgery through an artificial kidney apparatus or the like in conjunction with the oxygenation, simultaniously, of all blood, including that bypassed through the artificial kidney, wherein the excess fluids other than blood are removed for all practical purposes by completion of the operative procedure.

Abstract: This invention is a method (and an apparatus in combination) for sweep testing of cable television distribution systems and the like, wherein time division multiplexing between test signal and program signal is accomplished in such manner as to eliminate interference to the program signal due to testing. Additionally, the test signal received by the detector is time demultiplexed in such manner that the test signal is displayed clearly without interfering signals.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for marking tags for use on jewelry to indicate the characteristics of the jewelry and prices and the like wherein the possibility of alteration is minimized by the use of tags having a coating which is penetrated by a stylus or the like, and wherein such tags are held in place within a specially designed holding templet for ease of holding. The principal characteristics of the invention involve the method of holding the tags (which themselves are known) while being marked with a stylus and the apparatus itself which holds the tags comprising an appropriate material with templates fitting the tags.

Abstract: This invention is a unique method and apparatus for illuminating carpenter's and mechanic's levels so that true readings may be obtained and the like, in shaded areas or under poor lighting conditions. The method and apparatus are characterized by the insertion of an illuminating device into the level in such manner that illumination travels through the leveling medium eliminating shadows normally caused. The invention includes the method for insertion within existing levels.

Abstract: This invention is a unique combination of an ash removing container for stove ashes and the like, combined with a cooperative carrier for stove operating and cleaning implements used in connection with the practicing of the method. It features a fireproof container with a unique dust containing cover having means to remain open or closed alternately as desired and wherein the ash container is the base for a stand carrying, in a cooperative relationship, the tools necessary to operate within and clean matter from a stove. The container features a sliding cover with suitable self-operative safety means to hold the cover either closed or opened as may be desired at any given time.

Abstract: This invention is an apparatus which retains nail clippings within a nail clipper during the process of clipping. The retaining member is attached to one side of the clipper assembly and has retaining walls for shielding the clippings from being scattered in an undesired manner away from the proximity of the clipper. Alternate embodiments are placed within the confines of the clipper and a flexible shroud which surrounds the cutting members of the clipper. The invention is further characterized by the clipper cutting edges being angularly disposed for a better approach to the cutting of finger nails and toe nails.

Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for cleaning stoves, furnaces, fireplaces and the like, which is characterized by a vacuum system having a specially designed pickup member insertable into a stove, furnace, fireplace or the like, in such manner that, when being inserted or removed, ashes and the like, will not escape from the stove, furnace, fireplace or the like, and also which has sufficient protective characteristics that it will not accept large burning objects and the like, and wherein means are provided to drop material evacuated from the stove, furnace, fireplace or the like, into the water or other suitable bath for quenching as required. The method and apparatus incorporate the providing of a specially designed connection opening between the interior and exterior of the stove or the like, which opening and its elements are cooperable with a specially designed vacuum pickup attachment, together with an exterior mounted quenching medium to receive the material evacuated.

Abstract: This invention is a method and an apparatus by which a barrier is automatically placed before partially opened doors, which barrier is automatically removed when the door is fully opened and safe for travel. The invention includes means to detect when the door is fully opened and thereupon to activate barrier removal means, together with barrier placement means automatically activated at any time when the door is not fully opened.

Abstract: This is a unique mast roller as is used by lift trucks, and the like. It is characterized by a number of roller assemblies which are both removable and adjustable to compensate for variations in spacing between channel track members brought about by manufacture and by wear. Shims of different sizes can be inserted to compensate for this variation and said shims are of a configuration to allow fastening members to be removably installed. The plates supporting the rollers in this assembly are of a construction so as to provide adequate bearing surfaces for side movement between the channel guide members.