Abstract: A zero feed interrupt sheet stacker conveying an uninterrupted stream of sheets in which a sheet accumulator catches holds and deposits a stack of sheets upon a load receiving device. The accumulator includes a curtain which is extended into the stream of sheets at a selected point between two sheets. The curtain type apparatus provides a platform in which the portion of the platform in contact with the carried sheets does not move relative to the sheet while it is extending, during holding, or during retraction of the platform.

Abstract: Metal jacketed or lead alloy bullets are placed in a tumbler or vibratory device and mixed with a selected quantity of steel shot having either the same size or a plurality of different sizes and tungsten disulfide powder. The mixture is tumbled or vibrated for a selected time until the tungsten disulfide is plated to the outside surface of the bullets by the impact of the steel shot upon the bullets. This plating acts as a heat resisting and friction reducing lubricant which preserves the interior of the rifle barrel, reduces copper fouling, permits shooting at normal barrel pressures and faster bullet velocities and improves the accuracy of the shooting.

Abstract: A rigid intersection connection, wherein an elongated longitudinal member, a first elongated lateral member, and a second elongated lateral member are joined by a one-piece rigid tie. The one-piece rigid tie joins the first and second elongated lateral members to the elongated longitudinal member with first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth fasteners. The one-piece rigid tie has a central web member to which three gussets attach. Each gusset in turn connects to two attachment tabs. The attachment tabs are disposed against the elongated members and are connected thereto by fasteners.

Abstract: A method for anchoring a specialized structural member having an internal cavity to a foundation to resist uplift forces imposed on the structural member. Structural members having interior cavities with external openings are anchored to foundations by way of an anchor member embedded in the foundation and received and enveloped by the internal cavity. The anchor member is connected to the structural member by a plurality of fasteners. The anchor member is formed to provide multiple point-to-point contact with the structural member.

Abstract: The present invention is a channel-shaped connector for connecting a first building structural member to a second building structural member in conjunction with fasteners and an anchor member to resist forces on buildings imposed by earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes and other similar cataclysmic forces. A connector constructed in accordance with the present invention consists of a back member formed to interface with the fasteners for attaching the back member to the first building structural member, a first side member connected to the back member, a second side member connected to the back member, and first and second anchor receiving members. Both the first and second anchor receiving members extend laterally between the first and second side members, and both the first and second anchor receiving members are connected to the first and second side members.

Abstract: A steerable rotatable member such as a pulley, sprocket or timing gear which can be mounted on a shaft so that the plane of the rotatable member may be positioned at selected angles other than a 90.degree. angle to the axis of rotation of the shaft. A torque transmitting member, commonly in the shape of a planar disc, is used to operatively connect the shaft and the rim of the rotatable member. The disc radially elongates and laterally flexes as the rotatable member rotates. A sleeve member may be used to connect the disc to the shaft. When used as a driver, a key may be used to transmit power from the shaft to the sleeve. The use of an elongated groove in the shaft permits the rotatable member to be adjustably moved to different locations along the axial length of the shaft.

Abstract: A connector having a concave seat member for connecting a first building structural member to a second building structural member in conjunction with fasteners and an anchor member to resist forces on buildings imposed by earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes and other similar cataclysmic forces. A connector constructed in accordance with the present invention consists of a concave seat member, formed with an opening for receiving an anchor member therethrough to attach the connector to a second building structural member such as a foundation, a first side member connected to the concave seat member, a second side member connected to the concave seat member, and a back member connected to the first and second side members. The back member attaches with fasteners to a first building structural member such as stud in a framed shear wall.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a fixation screw for securing a graft to a bone. The fixation screw is formed with a body member having a distal end, a proximal end, a central axis, and a cannula through the central axis of the body member. The body member also has a shank portion which is formed with an external screw thread, and a head portion rigidly coupled to the shank portion. The head portion is formed to mechanically couple with a driver and also to directly receive the graft which the fixation screw anchors.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for first separating and later mixing a of materials stored in a cylindrical container. The apparatus of the present invention serves as an effective barrier during storage of the materials. It also serves as an apparatus for thoroughly mixing the materials when they are ready to be used.The apparatus of the present invention consists of: a mixing member formed with one or more mixing spokes for stirring the materials; a sealing member that releasably attaches to the mixing member and together with the mixing member forms a barrier when the two are joined, but separated from the mixing member allows for the combining of the materials within the container; and a mixing rod that attaches to the mixing member and is long enough to protrude from the container to allow the user to manipulate the mixing member. The apparatus of the present invention is formed so it is difficult for the mixing member and the sealing to reattach once they have separated.

Abstract: A connector for securing a structural member to a concrete foundation. The connector is embedded in a concrete foundation and fasteners attach the connector to the structural member to be anchored. A connector constructed in accordance with the present invention consists of a foot section having a proximal portion, a distal portion, substantially planar lateral side portions and curled lateral side edges, the curled side edges being curled away from the planar lateral side portions along a substantial portion of the length of the foot section to aid the flow of uncured concrete around the foot section of the connector.

Abstract: A bottom sheet storage and feeder apparatus for use with one or more load forming or stacking machines for the purpose of providing one or more bottom sheets for protecting the load. The apparatus chooses a bottom sheet stored in one of a plurality of vertically stacked bins and sequentially moves one or more of the individual bottom sheets longitudinally to a destination location in a plurality of lay down patterns. The machine is constructed with a frame which supports a plurality of vertically spaced storage bins. A lifting assembly, transported by a transfer assembly, includes at least one laterally positioned vacuum member which engages and lifts an individual bottom sheet from one of the storage bins and delivers the selected bottom sheet to a destination location in a selected lay down position. Several lay down patterns may be made by subsequent cycles of the lift and transfer assembly from the storage bins to the destination location.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct plant variety of the Cactaceae family discovered as a sport in a bench of Schlumbergera truncata `Dark Maria`. The present invention is distinguished from `Dark Maria` and other known related varieties by a growth habit which combines a "reddish" colored bloom, a strong resistance to bud abscission, a strong propensity for buds to mature and flower, and considerable resistance to fungal diseases. The new variety also possesses the commercially desirable characteristics of a fast growth rate, a strong propensity to branch with minimal pruning, erect stems, and a considerable resistance to nutrient deficiencies.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, Osteospermum fruticosum (L.) Norl., common name Cape Daisy, denominated `Highside.`The new variety is distinguished from its parents and all other members of the genera known to the inventor by: the ability of its flower heads to remain open in low light conditions, its distinctive coloring--the ray florets being red-purple and the disk florets being violet blue; its strong peduncles; and its dwarf, vigorous, medium-spreading growth habit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, Osteospermum fruticosum (L.) Norl., common name Cape Daisy, denominated `Brightside.`The new variety is distinguished from its parents and all other members of the genera known to the inventor by: the ability of its flower heads to remain open in low light conditions, its distinctive coloring -- the ray florets being pure white and the disk florets being violet blue; its strong peduncles; and its dwarf, vigorous, broad-spreading growth habit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, Osteospermum fruticosum (L.) Norl., common name Cape Daisy, denominated `Wildside`.The new variety is distinguished from its parents and all other members of the genera known to the inventor by: the ability of its flower heads to remain open in low light conditions, its distinctive coloring--the ray florets being rosy-purple and the disk florets violet being blue; its strong peduncles; and its dwarf, vigorous, broad-spreading growth habit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, named Helichrysum bracteatum `Harvest Plum`, which originated as a seedling from the inventor's controlled crossing of Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. `Harvest Pink Picotte` with a dark pink variety of Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. The new variety is distinguished from Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. `Harvest Pink Picotee` and all other varieties kown to the inventor by the color of its flower and buds, its resistance to the root disease Pythium, its puberulent and sparsely villous leaves, its compact growth habit, its ability to grow well in pots, and the ease with which it can be forced to flower outside for sale in the autumn without growth regulators. The new variety further possesses the commercially and aesthetically desirable characteristic of having long-lasting flowers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, Osteospermum fruticosum (L.) Norl., common name Cape Daisy, denominated `Seaside.`The new variety is distinguished from its parents and all other members of the genera known to the inventor by: the ability of its flower heads to remain open in low light conditions, its distinctive coloring--the ray florets being pink and white and the disk florets being violet blue; its strong peduncles; and its dwarf, vigorous, broad-spreading growth habit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, named Helichrysum bracteatum `Harvest Nectarine`, which originated as a seedling from the inventor's controlled crossing of Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. `Harvest Pink Picotee` with a dark pink variety Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. The new variety is distinguished from Helichrysum bracteatum (Venten.) Andr. `Harvest Pink Picotee` and all other varieties known to the inventor by the color of its flower and buds, its resistance to the root disease Pythium, its puberulent and sparsely villous leaves, its compact growth habit, its ability to grow well in pots, and the ease with which it can be forced to flower outside for sale in the autumn without growth regulators. The new variety further possesses the commercially and aesthetically desirable characteristic of having long-lasting flowers.

Abstract: A structural connection wherein two structural members are joined at an angle of less than 180 degrees by a sheet metal connector, formed with an integral gusset at the longitudinal line of juncture, that is attached with a plurality of fasteners. The gusset reinforces the connection against forces acting perpendicular to the longitudinal line of juncture and the plurality of fasteners reinforce the connection against angular displacement of the structural members perpendicular to the longitudinal line of juncture.