Abstract: Apparatus and process for application of pamphlets to a backing web having preprinted labels including a pamphlet applicator featuring cylindrical drive cams which propel pamphlet grasping assemblies at different speed rates to achieve optimum spacing during pamphlet application to a laminate web.

Abstract: Folding table leg system for positive locking of a table leg in a down and locked position or for positive locking of a table leg in an up and locked position, where a spring loaded lever operated pawl automatically engages an extruded rotatable block member to achieve either an uplocked or downlocked position. A secondary safety lock is also provided. An alternate embodiment provides for a folding table leg system having a minimum of structural components which features primary tangential and wedge locking and secondary locking for massive load or violent shock load occurrence.

Abstract: Hinged sidewall member for precompressing waste material in the charging chamber of a horizontal waste baling machine. The hinged sidewall member is located in the charging chamber and has a sidewall and a top cover member extending perpendicularly to the sidewall. The hinged sidewall member is hydraulically operated about a pivot to precharge waste material in the charging chamber prior to compression in an adjacent compression chamber by a reciprocating compression ram.

Abstract: Multi-jointed and pivoted support system for support of a flat panel video display and/or keyboard tray, incorporating a plurality of pivot points providing for pivotal motion of one or more components about a plurality of vertical, horizontal and elevational axis. Support arms having elevational pivot assemblies, including plastic friction washers and nitrogen gas springs which offer elevational arm control requiring constant and predetermined positioning effort on the part of the video display operator and keyboard operator.

Abstract: A silicone/DACRON polyester composite vascular graft especially well suited as an arteriovenous (A-V) graft fistula for dialysis application. The graft has the ability to seal around needle puncture holes without externally applied pressure, excellent anti-kink, anti-crush and strength properties, and a smooth non-porous inner surface which reduces thrombus deposition and enhances the graft wall compliance or elasticity.

Abstract: A method is described for growing a single crystal having three-dimensional (3-D) doping patterns created within it during growth while maintaining a plane growth surface, creating junction-isolated devices and interconnections, forming a 3-D integrated circuit (IC). The crystal is grown as a large number of lightly-doped layers in a single-pumpdown procedure using sputter epitaxy, which offers growth rates for good-quality silicon of at least 0.1 micrometer per minute. The process experiences a stable environment with temperature remaining around 400 C and pressure near 1 millitorr, and the process is "quasicontinuous" in that once each layer is in place, its surface will experience a short series of further steps that create a 2-D doping pattern extending through the layer. It is the merging of many such successive 2-D patterns that creates the desired 3-D doping pattern within the finished silicon crystal.

Abstract: A protective positionable flexible cover or sleeve for suction apparatuses where a suction catheter or other suction device is covered prior to and subsequent to suction procedures to prevent contamination of the suction catheter or other suction device for subsequent use, and for prevention of contamination transfer to medical workers and health facility environs.

Abstract: One piece joist hanger formed of heavy gauge sheet metal for fastening of a steel joist to a supporting member. A horizontally aligned upper tab member aligns to and rests on the supporting member to position the joist hanger during installation and prior to fastening. A horizontally aligned lower tab member allows the joist to simply rest on the lower tab prior to fastening.

Abstract: A powered lawn edger which is steerable by a walking operator in the manner of a wheelbarrow. The edger has a Y-shaped frame including a pair of handles each with handlegrips. A power unit is mounted on the frame between the handlegrips and a ground engaging wheel. A cutting blade is rotatable about an output shaft of a gear box which is powered from the power unit via a centrifugal clutch having a brake. A debris deflector is mounted on the axle of the wheel. An adjustment mechanism is provided to adjust the height of the cutting blade relative to the ground. The height of the debris deflector relative to the ground remains unchanged when the height of the cutting blade is adjusted.

Abstract: Wheel assemblies including bearings for inline skates and skateboards with provision for lubricating. In one embodiment, a wheel is supported by the bearings which are in turn supported by an axle/spacer having a central chamber and at least one port extending therethrough to the inner surfaces of the bearings. Screws secure the axle/spacer to wheel supports of an inline skate or skateboard. At least one of the screws includes an interior passageway to accommodate a nozzle for introducing lubricant and/or cleaner under pressure to the central chamber from which it passes through the port or ports in the axle/spacer to the inner surfaces of the bearings. In another embodiment, a wheel includes a hub which is supported by the bearings which in turn are supported by an axle/spacer. The hub has at least one port extending therethrough from the outside to the inner surfaces of the bearings for the introduction of lubricant and/or cleaner under pressure.

Abstract: A baler for compression and baling of waste including a ram and a reinforced vertically sliding bale chamber door at one end of a baler chamber. Tab and slot construction provide for interlocking of heavy wall components and associated members and for component self-alignment and location during fabrication. Extensive support by heavy gauge interlocking cross stringers, longitudinal stringers, and other interlocking support members, provides for operational and geometric stability of the mechanical chamber, the charge or gather chamber, the bale chamber, and the vertically sliding bale chamber door during compression and ejection of waste.

Abstract: Universal chuck for holding of irregular or regular shaped parts for machine processing such as milling, shaping, grinding and the like. Movable and fixed platens have grid-like patterns including protrusions and spaces into which gripping jaw members, having a configured bottom surface, align and secure. A robotic tool provides for selection and transfer of jaw members from a jaw storage fixture and for securing of the jaw members to the movable and fixed platens.

Abstract: A high speed multiple conveyor packaging system having product separating bars that separate a product into specific sized groups on moving opposing conveyors. Two product streams diverge to meet the separating bars, and subsequently reconverge after separation for loading into a carton or package. Separated conveyed product is channeled from opposing conveyors into another conveyed product carton from opposing carton ends. A tight package is formed by sets of formed guide bars which cause the package flaps to be stretched or formed to the position of maximum tightness about the product.

Abstract: A system for emulating the operation of a terminal connected to a host computing system while retaining the ability to utilize personal computer application programs resident in the personal computer by utilizing a personal computer/host terminal emulation program which conducts an analysis of host data and keystrokes to identify personal computer commands and calls the appropriate resident application program in response to such commands.

Abstract: A process for fabrication of an electrically conductive adhesive film having a pattern of microscopic elongate metal particles which extend from one surface to the other to provide an interconnection between confronting conductive metal pads abutting the surface. The particles have sharp ends to penetrate the oxide coating on the conductive metal pads of an electronic module when force is applied to press the module against the film.

Abstract: A juggling stick including on each end an end piece with symmetrical air foil side wings of a closed cell foam or like material, such as leather, layered fabrics or inflatable rubber and rubber-like materials. The closed cell foam is intended to be mounted with grommets or other fastening device and secured to each end of the juggling stick. The closed cell foam can be coated with a liquid plastic and even splatter coated, all of non-toxic material. Each end piece includes at least three symmetrical air foil side wings with locking tabs to engage through a hole of the next air foil side wing. The air foils cut through the air with the wings catching the air and slowing the action or play of the juggling stick down for complex moves, even to the point of causing a slower negative flowtation for a change of direction depending upon the particular juggling maneuvers. Tassels can be applied to each end of the juggling stick for artistic decoration.

Abstract: A self-stowing canoe transporting apparatus which enables manual transport of a canoe over rough terrain in an upright position. The transporting apparatus includes a dual-wheeled dolly with a cradle having contoured constrained abutment portions which support the aft bottom or keel of a canoe. The transporting apparatus is attachable to the canoe without drilling, welding, use of adhesives, or any form of modification of the canoe. The dolly is pivotally attached at the stern of the canoe enabling rotational motion of the dolly to an aft deck stowage position during use of the canoe on the water. In portaging, the cradle rotates under the canoe, and secure engagement of the cradle with the canoe aft bottom or keel is accomplished with tensioning straps.