Abstract: A portable electric cutting and scoring saw for use on laminated or veneer products is disclosed. The scoring saw is disposed in front of the cutting saw and turns in the opposite direction. The saw is designed primarily for the craftsman cabinet maker where the use of large industrial bench saws is not feasible. In one embodiment, the scoring saw cuts at a fixed depth and the cutting saw depth of cut can be varied by changing the blade with one of a different diameter. In another embodiment, the cutting and scoring saw depth of cut and angle of cut can be adjusted simultaneously with depth and tilt adjustments. In addition, in this embodiment, the saw motor can be easily removed and replaced with one of different horsepower and R.P.M. In yet another embodiment the electric motor has a battery power-pack attached thereto that can be readily recharged. The battery power-pack makes the portable electric cutting and scoring saw completely self contained.

Abstract: A levered footwear to provide a manipulating force to an aquatic board is described. The footwear has a rigid structure extending to the rear of the heel of the wearer, which is attached to a flexible member covering a portion of the wearer's foot. An adjustable strapping holds the flexible member in place on the wearer's foot.

Abstract: An automatic dry food feeder for animals is described. The feeder consists of a housing with a hopper fitted in the housing having sloping members terminating in a rectangular section at the bottom of the hopper. An electric motor having a gearbox attached thereto is located outside the rectangular portion of the hopper. The gearbox shaft extends into the rectangular portion with a sleeve fitted over the shaft. Attached to the sleeve are segmented flexible vanes that rotate in accordance with the signal provided by an electronic programmable controller. Rotating the segmented flexible vanes a prescribed amount in response to a programmed timer dispenses a measured amount of dry animal food into a tray.

Abstract: A portable electric cutting and scoring saw for use on laminated or veneer products is disclosed. The scoring saw is disposed in front of the cutting saw and turns in the opposite direction. The saw is designed primarily for an on-the-job cabinet maker where the use of large industrial bench saws are not feasible. The scoring saw cuts at a fixed depth and the cutting saw depth of cut can be varied by changing the blade with a different diameter. The laminate or veneer to be cut is bonded to the workpiece and the scoring saw eliminates chipping of the laminate or veneer. The scoring saw and the cutting saw lie in the same plane.

Abstract: A device to tear the perforated margins off of a stack of computer paper is described. The device has a base which contains a waste receptacle in one embodiment that will catch the removed margins. The device uses a lower and upper elastic rib in one embodiment and a lower elastic rib only in another embodiment. The clamping mechanism is pivotal and the design is such that a given force on the handle will provide a greater than the given force clamping the paper margins. The clamping mechanism is either activated by hand or by power means, preferably an electric solenoid.

Abstract: A device for righting a windsurfer sail and mast that has free fallen along one of a plurality of vertical planes upon release is described. A pulley is attached to a strap which in turn is attached to the mast located approximately half way between the base and the top of the mast. This attaching means allows the pulley to rotate around the mast in a 360 degree arc. A rope is threaded through the pulley where one end contains a loop which is attached to a harness which is worn by the person sailing the windsurfer while the other end contains spherical members attached at even intervals to provide a better grip on the rope. When the sail and mast are released and free fall into the water, pulling on the rope, when properly attached to the person sailing the windsurfer, will right the sail and mast with a 2 to 1 mechanical advantage.

Abstract: A sail boat mast deck sealing assembly to provide a watertight seal between the mast and the boat deck is described. The assembly comprises a rigid flange member or collar formed in the same shape as the mast which is usually non-circular. The flange member has a triangular groove between the inner portion of the flange member and the mast. A triangular resilient member is placed in the triangular groove with the base portion protruding above the upper surface of the flange. A rigid cap ring is fastened to the flange and, with pressure, forces the triangular resilient member in the triangular groove thereby forming a watertight seal between the flange member and the mast.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an adjustable shower head apparatus having a digital clock incorporated therein. The shower head can be adjusted upward, downward, forward and backward in addition to the head itself which can be rotated forward and backward. The shower head arms have adjustable friction joints that will provide a fixed position of the shower head when placed anywhere within the boundaries of the shower head movement. A digital clock is mounted in the body of the shower head that can be easily seen by the person taking a shower. In one embodiment, both real time and elapsed time is available from viewing the shower head clock.

Abstract: A portable envelope feeder that is not dedicated to a specific offset printer but can be used with multiple offset printers is described. The portable feeding apparatus is clamped to the feed elevator in order to supply an envelope stack to the offset printer. The envelope feeder has the capability of tilting back to facilitate loading of the envelope stack. A sliding weight in one of the vertical members holds the envelopes in place and also counters the moment created when the sucker foot on the printing press grips the individual envelope and pulls the envelope into the offset press. A height control bar insures that the envelope stack is always at the correct position for the sucker foot to grip and envelope. By utilizing a different size plate where the envelope stack rests and making a slight adjustment on the base plate, the present invention can feed a plurality of envelope sizes.

Abstract: An oil well blowout containment system which surrounds the polished rod is provided that will capture the oil leaking and blowing past the stuffing box packing gland. In addition, a vessel which is part of the oil well blowout containment system and is located above and sealingly attached to the stuffing box is filled approximately two-thirds of its capacity with a lubricating fluid. The vessel's contents which are in fluid communication with the stuffing box packing gland provide lubrication to the stuffing box packing gland which will deter the wear and hence reduce the replacement of the stuffing box packing gland. A pressure gauge and/or a sight glass provides an indication to an inspector that the stuffing box packing gland has failed whereby the well pump may be shut down and the stuffing box packing gland replaced.

Abstract: A toy glider designed for launching with a slingshot like device, the glider having automatically converging wings for creating a swept-back appearance and for reducing air resistance during launch. The wings automatically rotate forward to an extended or glide configuration after launch. Wings are automatically converged by means of a sliding launching hook, which is pulled forward by the slingshot like launcher. When pulled forward, the launching hook slides forward within a longitudinal central aperture between the inboard portion of the wings, simultaneously rotating the inboard portions of the wings forward. This rotates the outlying wings into a swept-back or converged configuration. A rubber band tends to rotate the wing back into an extended or glide configuration, so when the force applied by the rubber band is greater than the forces opposing it, as when the plane slows, the wings are rotated out into an extended or glide configuration.

Abstract: An assembly for installation in the cargo compartment of a light pickup truck consisting of a unitarily formed inner cargo liner insert and rear facing seat combination is described. The seat back of the rear facing seat is hinged at the top and locked at the bottom to provide a secure storage compartment. The liner in one embodiment allows a camper shell to be placed on the top of the sidewall and frontwall of the cargo compartment. In another embodiment, the liner has a watertight seal around the perimeter of the carbo compartment. The rear facing seat also includes two armrests that are designed to cover the two wheelwells. Two anchored seatbelts are also provided to ensure safety when passengers are riding in the rear facing seat.

Abstract: A child restraint system which is an integral part of and folded into a land vehicle or aircraft adult seat is described. The integral child restraint system may be unfolded from the front portion of the back of an adult seat to form a comfortable child safety seat. A padded restraint bar also unfolds simultaneously with unfolding of the integral child safety seat to further restrain the child in the event of a crash. Also included is a belt restraint system, very similar to an approved portable child seat, attached to the child's safety seat frame. When the integral folding child safety seat is folded into its stored position, a normal padded passenger seat back is formed which is comfortable to an adult passenger sitting in the seat. A detachable tray fitted on the padded restraint bar is also included.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of orchid. More particularly a quadrigeneric orchid hybrid known as Yamadara Midnight Magenta `Fine Wine` hybrid which is outstanding and distinct from other orchids because of its superior flowers which combine rare coloring, outstanding shape, number of flowers on the stem and excellent plant vigor. The coloring is rich dark burgundy wine throughout all parts of the flower. The new cultivar is also distinctive from its sibling population and similar hybrids by its outstanding plant vigor and reliability of bloom. Its flowers are of exceptional substance with thick and more resiliant petals than related siblings of the grex. They are perfectly placed on the stem; the stem is superior to its relatives in strength; the flowers have a longer bloom life and are produced more abundantly than orchids of the nearest similar breeding.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of orchid, more particularly a Laeliocattleya hybrid plant having flowers of large size and clear coloring with flowers erectly carried on strong sprays. The new variety is distinct from siblings of its grex by its outstanding vigorous plant structure as well as freedom of bloom and the carriage of its flowers. Of primary note with this cultivar is the brilliance of yellow coloring of the flower in contrast to the intensity of the dark maroon color of the labellum.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of orchid, more particularly a Laeliocatonia hybrid plant having flowers of unique and spectacular coloring with heads of flowers erectly carried on strong sprays. The new variety is distinct from syblings of its grex by its outstanding vigorous plant structure as well as extreme freedom and frequency of bloom. A primary note with this cultivar is its compactness of growth and dramatic distinction from syblings of the grex as well as superiority over others of the type.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of orchid and more particularly a Brasso-laeliocattleya (Blc.) hybrid plant which is outstanding and distinct from other orchids because of its superior flowers, which combine a rare coloring, massive size, and strong carriage of flowers on a single stem. The coloring is an exceptionally warm dark rose-purple with a brilliant darker labellum shaded and veined yellow in the throat. The new variety is also distinctive from its siblings in the grex population and similar hybrids by its outstanding plant vigor. The flowers are of exceptional substance with thicker and more rigid petals than siblings of the grex. They are perfectly placed on the stem, with stem superior to its relatives in strength. The flowers have a longer bloom life and are produced more abundantly than orchids of similar breeding.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of orchid, more particularly a Cymbidium hydrid cultivar plant having flowers of large size and clear color with flowers erectly carried and well spaced on strong sprays. The new variety is distinct from siblings of its grex by its outstanding vigorous growth habit as well as frequency and freedom of bloom. Of primary note with this cultivar is its great vigor, compact growth habit and freedom of bloom and season which makes it extremely useful as a producer of Cymbidium flowers for the florist market.