Abstract: The quantitative supply apparatus of powder coloring agent can measure the powder coloring agent through a measuring groove provided on a rotary shaft and supply it directly to the raw material inlet opening of an injection moulding machine. The measuring groove on the rotary shaft can be adjustably changed properly in volume along a length direction. A container for the coloring agent is disposed on the top portion thereof and a hole in the bottom portion of the container is in contact, in a location covering the measuring groove, with the top portion of the rotary shaft. The coloring agent which has dropped from the measuring groove through the rotation of the rotary shaft is adapted to be introduced to the inlet opening of an ejector, and furthermore to the be supplied out of an exhaust side of the ejector to the inlet opening of the injection moulding machine through compressed air.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for heating ladles of the type commonly used in the foundry and steel industry is described whereby fluidized bed technology is employed to achieve greatly improved fuel efficiency. In the method, the particles forming the substance of the bed are drawn directly into the ladle from a mother fluidized bed unit wherein a flow balancing is effected to establish a relatively steady state, simultaneously as the flow to various ladles under treatment may be changed. The invention is particularly adapted to the use of coal as a fuel.

Abstract: Diver's Caddy Vessel, adapted primarily to move beneath a seaway surface, made buoyant by the diver's exhalant into a skirt of the vessel, whereby to offset suspension weight of diver's gear, game and the like, characterized by a collapsible, bladder-like enclosure which is elongate in exterior configuration, open at the bottom, the bottom being defined by a dependent skirt and having a stringer interiorally thereof. The caddy stringer is adapted to the detachable engagement of a restraint line to the diver and/or stringer extensions for gear and game, the vessel further including a connector at one end for towing on a seaway surface.

Abstract: Manual and/or accelerator pedal auxiliary controls for conventional vehicular braking systems. The manual control is adapted to the steering column of the vehicle and is mounted for auxiliary actuation, relative to the conventional brake pedal system of the vehicle. The accelerator pedal control which may be used in supplement or in auxiliary relation to both manual and conventional brake pedal control, is adapted to simultaneously prevent inadvertent acceleration during the braking function.

Abstract: A device is provided which permits the simultaneous cutting or bisecting of a plurality of tires. Large, vertically mounted, circumferentially slotted wheels each adapted to receive a circular cutting blade in each slot, receive the tires. The cutting blades are mounted overhead on a shaft which traverses a pivotally mounted beam which is raised and lowered by a piston. A brake is provided for engaging the tread of the tire, and tensioning means engages the lower rim of the tire to exert a downward pressure when the overhead beam is lowered. Turning power is provided to the cutting blades by means of belts or chains which connect a motive source with the shaft on which the blades are mounted. Collars on either side of the cutting blades engage the tire tread when the blades are lowered to turn the tire. A plurality of slots and corresponding cutting blades can be provided for each wheel with spacers to determine the width of sections cut from the tire.

Abstract: A friction material composition comprising asbestos fibers, mineral fillers which are heat stable, friction modifiers such as metal particles, abrasives, elastomer and ground polymerized and cured cashew nut shell oil wherein compositions are added which will favor the deposition of carbon at elevated temperatures and reduce the amount of intermediate decomposition products such as may cause fade. The invention is such as to permit the use of higher bond ratios and consequently produce better wearing, quieter friction materials which are more constant in action and kinder to the drum or disc against which they operate, maintaining a desirable high static friction when cold without an attendant fade condition when used under high energy conditions.

Abstract: Combined Lighthouse and Wind Direction Indicator including a tower wherein the tower houses a light source and a signal target in coactive relationship, the target preferably consisting of a luminescent globe, the globe being ring mounted for a semi-floating, reactive positioning in response to the vectors of prevailing winds. The light source is adapted to present a diffused/suffused aura about the globe, the aura being of less intensity than the intensity of the light which may be focussed within the globe, per se.

Abstract: Fuel feed apparatus for internal combustion engine characterized by the coactive disposition of fixed injectors and valves, interposed between fuel tank, pump, and carburetor of the engine. The principal component of the invention comprises plural fixed injectors in the fuel feed line, having the effect of substantially fully atomizing the fuel under control of in-line valves, whereby to feed the carburetor with a prepared mist of fuel under constant pressure thereby creating a substantial economy in the operation of the engine and a great saving in fuel.

Abstract: An obstruction safety detector having coactive spokes and flexible electrical conductors, mounted relative to dual tires of a vehicle for flash signalling the presence of an obstruction such as a stone, between adjacent tires forming the duals or tandem duals, including a chassis-mounted flexible detector adapted to deflection by the obstruction between rolling tires. The detector, upon deflection, closes an electrical switch in an electrical signalling circuit, which when thus closed, transmits intermittent current to a signal on the instrument panel of the vehicle, thereby warning of the obstruction.

Abstract: The apparatus provides for the rotation and precise positioning of miniature train turntables so as to allow miniature locomotives and/or other miniature railroad rolling equipment to roll onto, or off of, the miniature turntable from, or to, the track to which the said apparatus has positioned the miniature turntable. Additionally, the apparatus provides electrical circuitry for the determination of the phase relationship between the miniature train turntable and the position of interest; in the case of electrically driven miniature trains, it provides circuitry for the electrical activation of the track to which the apparatus has positioned the miniature turntable; it provides circuitry for maintaining the polarity of tracks peripherally related to the miniature turntable so as to allow the movement of miniature locomotives and/or other miniature railroad rolling equipment onto, or off of, the miniature turntable from, or to, said tracks peripherally related to said turntable.

Abstract: Liquid rheostat system especially a water rheostat, employing the principle wherein electrical energy may be dissipated in the form of heat, by passing the electrical current through a liquid resistor or electrolyte, and wherein the apparatus is reasonably portable, inexpensive, and economical to operate and maintain. The invention readily compensates in use for variations in respective resistivity of fresh and/or brackish waters in a test mixture whereby to provide sufficient initial resistance as well as an adequate range of control of resistance, while maintaining current density within the desired limits. In use the heat energy developed is absorbed and removed by the controllable water mixture which in operation of the rheostat system continuously flows out of the rheostat.

Abstract: Electrical cable connector comprising receptacle and plug having polarity marking which is integrally disposed in the coactive elements comprising receptacle and plug, characterized by unique means of setting the cables of opposite polarity within the respective components, and by unique means of housing, insulation and locking the components together.

Abstract: Electric circuit breaker alternately providing overcurrent and/or over temperature protection by means of temperature responsive bimetal elements, whereby an increase in pressure as between electrical contacts is effected as the temperature may be increased up to the point of break, resulting in improved contact life and more effective contact when the device is subjected to external vibration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispenser carton for accommodating a roll of aluminum foil or the like, and more particularly to a dispenser carton with a new function, by which numerous aligned vents can be made on the foil at the same time simply by a simple and safe operation, namely, through the motion of projections provided on the reverse side of the dispenser carton cover by closing and opening the cover thereof.

Abstract: A training aid which is especially adapted to the equine body for the purpose of developing, in training, suppleness, flexion, balance and impulsion. The essential details comprise a combination upright check rein stanchion and yoke, which is disposed rearwardly adjacent the shoulders and withers of the equine and includes flexible crupper extension, stabilizing and connecting the stanchion to the equine quarters. The stanchion and yoke are adapted to secure plural check reins at one end, said check reins respectively being adapted to engage the single bit portion and the curb portion of a double or full bridle. The anchors of the stanchion are vertically adjustable for the snaffle check rein and associated normal bridle reins and the anchors of the yoke extension provide for adjustable disposition of the curb check rein, relative to the shoulders and withers of the equine. The invention is especially adapted to longeing or driving of the equine.

Abstract: A device for automatically focusing an image in an optical system such as a camera wherein a photosensitive array having a plurality of discrete sites is positioned in the focal plane of the optical system to dissect the image into segments and determine the light intensity at each segment. Means are interposed in the focal plane to vary the focus of the image, the illumination of the photosensitive array being dependent on the degree of focus of the image. The discrete sites have a charge produced thereon depending on the degree of illumination. Address means scan the photosensitive array and read out the charges on the discrete sites to form a pulse train. Discrimination means are connected to the address means to determine when the frequency of the pulse train is maximized to indicate sharp focusing of the image, as the focus of the image is varied.

Abstract: The new and distinct variety of Dracaena plant substantially as herein shown and described, characterized particularly by medium long, narrow, sword-shaped, dense spreading leaves, the leaves being compactly grouped and erect, the texture thereof being hard and the distinctive color pattern of its leaves with a marginal red-pink strip widening from base to apex, a less prominent mid-rib pink stripe merging with the marginal stripe at the apex, two green stripes on either side of the mid-rib stripe, widening from base to apex, coloration of all stripes on both sides being substantially the same.

Abstract: A rubber plant exhibiting variegated foliage and resembling the known Ficus elastica Roxb. var. decora tricolor hort., but bearing leaves exhibiting very narrow dark-green borders and light-yellow interiors and being smaller in size. The leaf blades are of an ovate shape with a thick coriaceous texture and with wavy edges. Propagation of the rubber plant by using cuttings is difficult and even impossible, therefore, air layering is employed.