Abstract: A water based level measuring system including a water containing container with a base portion, a bottom and an upright defining chamber for containing water. The water containing chamber has a lower portion with an access opening communicating with the water and having an upper end portion. A measuring indica mechanism is operably linked to the water containing container. The measuring indica mechanism has a housing with a front element and a back element with the front element having a retaining recess for a moveable marked indicator element. The back element of the measuring indica mechanism is configured having a pair of retaining grooves for receiving and retaining a corresponding pair of retaining edges in the front element of the measuring indica mechanism. A tube connects the access opening of the fluid containing container and the measuring indica mechanism.

Abstract: An epicardial pacer wires shield comprising a base element with a pair of spools mounted to the base element. Each of spool of the pair of spools has a slit in a top surface thereof for securing the epicardial pacer wires to the spool. A cover element is configured to be secured to the base element, and has an adhesive layer on a back surface. A tab is mounted on an edge of the cover element for removing the cover element from the base element when the cover element and base element are secured together.

Abstract: A portable collapsible ventilator that is used to direct air currents into a boat hatch, recreational vehicle vent, or other opening in an enclosed space while, at the same time shielding that opening from the intrusion of rain and direct sunlight. The ventilator has a frame of hinged, flexible rods covered with a water repellent fabric with an opening at one end. The ventilator is erected into a freestanding unit by pushing down on the hinge point of the flexible rods and locking them in position with a locking mechanism to form a semi-circular shape. A rod is inserted between the front and center hinge points to extend the open end of the device forward into a rain and sun shielding position. The ventilator is then positioned over the opening to be ventilated and secured in place with attached shock cords. When not in use, the ventilator is collapsed into an elongated shape with the flexible rods aligned and the cover folded around them to enable insertion into a storage bag.

Abstract: A vehicle cargo carrying device, for transporting and protecting articles on the roof of a vehicle comprises a one piece cargo bag with an aperture with a plurality of pieces of hook and loop fastening material operably positioned in proximity thereto. The aperture has a plurality of pieces of hook and loop fastening material sewn into an outer surface of the bag in proximity to the aperture, and a pair of pieces of hook and loop fastening material sewn are along an inner edge of the interior of the aperture. A strapping system is provided for securing the one piece cargo bag to a roof of a vehicle. One or more handles may be attached to the outer surface of the device for carrying and transport of the device. An inner liner system may be provided for further waterproofing and protection of articles being transported.

Abstract: A method for behavior modification and memory enhancement utilizing a central processing unit, comprising compiling a symbolic profile of a subject participant, interpreting the subject participant's stored symbolic constructs, instructing the subject participant using virtual reality means, evaluating and recording physiological parameters of the participant and delivering symbolic containers to the participant; and delivering symbolic prescriptions to the subject participant for behavior modification and memory enhancement. The methodology allows for accessing and recognition of stored memory symbolic constructs by isolating symbolic quests embodied within multiple multimedia virtual reality events, and delivering the multimedia virtual reality events to a user by artificial intelligence and multi-media means, applying the symbolic constructs to the user.

Abstract: An electric solenoid shifter for motorcycles for clutchless shifting of the motorcycle by pushing a button mounted on the handlebars of the motorcycle includes a solenoid mounting plate for securing a solenoid to the motorcycle and a micro-switch which is operably linked to the solenoid and mounted on the motorcycle. A cable clamp for securing a solenoid cable is secured to the solenoid and a spring is secured to the cable clamp and to a solenoid cable bracket. A locknut is secured to the solenoid cable bracket and a cable adjuster element is secured to the locknut. A gear shifter cable bracket assembly is operably secured to the solenoid cable and to a clevis, with the clevis being mounted to the motorcycle. An electric interrupt element for controllably interrupting the ignition system of the motorcycle is secured to the motorcycle and operably linked to the micro-switch and to a toggle switch. A control button is secured to the handlebars of the motorcycle for controlling the solenoid.

Abstract: A method for behavior modification and memory enhancement utilizing a central processing unit, comprising compiling a symbolic profile of a subject participant, interpreting the subject participant's stored symbolic constructs, instructing the subject participant using virtual reality means, evaluating and recording physiological parameters of the participant and delivering symbolic containers to the participant; and delivering symbolic prescriptions to the subject participant for behavior modification and memory enhancement. The methodology allows for accessing and recognition of stored memory symbolic constructs by isolating symbolic quests embodied within multiple multimedia virtual reality events, and delivering the multimedia virtual reality events to a user by artificial intelligence and multi-media means, applying the symbolic constructs to the user.

Abstract: A vibrato apparatus for a stringed instrument, the instrument having a body and a neck extending from the body, the apparatus comprising, tuning elements on the neck and a bridge member on the body to demarcate a string plane and a vibrating portion of the strings which extend in a longitudinal direction in the string plane. A vibrato member is secured on and is pivotal about a pivot axis which is essentially parallel to but distanced from the string plane and transversely oriented in the longitudinal direction. A plurality of vertically pivoting rocker arms each securing the body end of a respective string and operably secured to a lever which is resistibly secured to a spring and to the vibrato member. A slug tuning element allows for vertical adjustments of the plurality of rocker arms so that by varying a lever moment of the lever the plurality of rocker arms are each selectively moved thereby altering the tuning of the strings.

Abstract: An electric powered handcart includes a frame, the frame having a proximal and a distal end thereto, a pair of downwardly depending support elements, and a pair of frame brackets. A load plate and a handle are secured to the frame, the handle being secured to one of the pair of frame brackets. A set of wheels is secured to the distal end of the frame and a rear third wheel is secured to the frame and is positioned above and behind the set of wheels secured to the distal end of the frame. An electric motor is operably mounted to the frame and a battery for powering the motor is secured to a battery mount attached to the frame. A drive linkage for driving the set of wheels is operably linked to the motor and to the pair of wheels and a throttle control for controlling the motor speed is secured the frame.

Abstract: A golf club bag having a golf club locking assembly integral therewith is provided, comprising a golf club bag with an integral golf club locking assembly, the assembly including an upper housing element with a latch coupled to the upper housing element, and a single locking plate coupled to said slide latch constrained within guide tracks moveable between the upper and lower housing element. A key cylinder is communicatively linked to the locking plate and an elastic bumper for holding golf clubs within the assembly is secured to the locking plate. A cable locking plate for locking the assembly to any object is secured to the device, and a lower housing element is configured to be secured to the upper housing element.

Abstract: A portable hand held ear vacuum device, for removing fluid and debris from an ear canal, comprising a handle element with a motor linked to a fan and a control switch. A collection chamber for collecting fluid and other debris from an ear canal is secured to the handle element. The collection chamber has a reservoir therein for collecting and storing accumulated fluid and debris from the ear canal. An ear insertion element is secured to the collection chamber. The ear insertion element has an aperture therein, the aperture being continuous with the reservoir in the collection chamber. The motor in the handle creates a vacuum within the collection chamber, enabling fluids and debris to be drawn from the ear canal into the reservoir by suction.

Abstract: A motorized auger comprising a frame with a pair of handles secured to the frame. Each handle having a proximal and a distal end thereto and a pair of downwardly depending support elements. A first wheel is secured to the distal ends of the pair of handles by frame elements and a rear set of wheels is secured to the proximal ends of the pair of handles by frame elements. A drive mechanism includes a chain and a sprocket operably linked to a drive engine and to a wheel, the wheel having an internal brake drum and internal brake shoes. The internal brake drum and internal brake shoes are linked to a brake cable having a cam for tension reduction secured thereto. A throttle mechanism is engaged to the drive engine and an auger is mounted to the frame. The auger is linked to a hydraulic drive motor and the auger and the hydraulic drive motor are secured to an auger mounting track element.

Abstract: A hand-held ergonomically configured apparatus for manipulating an electronic control signal in a computer, where a mounting element supports an upright support element operably secured to the mounting element and a wrist support for supporting a wrist is positioned on the mounting element. The wrist support is configured to conform to a human wrist for support and comfort. An elongated element adapted for grasping by hand includes a top horizontal surface, a bottom surface, a front wall, a rear wall, an outwardly curved rear surface, and a front surface having a curved grip adapted to be held by a human hand. The elongated element has an aperture on the bottom surface adapted for securing the upright support element therein and a pair of input control buttons are positioned on the front wall and mounted in relation to the curved grip of the front surface so as to allow operation of the pair of input control buttons by an index finger tip and a middle finger tip.

Abstract: A hand-held and manipulated eating toy for simulating eating, chewing, swallowing and discharge of objects by finger and thumb manipulation of a fabric mouth and throat, comprises a toy figure, which may be an animal, dinosaur, imaginary type figure, or the like, includes a mouth forming area with an introducing aperture and a discharge forming area with a discharge aperture. An inner fabric pouch is secured within the toy figure and has a first opening at a top end and a second opening at a bottom end. The first opening is positioned in the mouth forming area of the toy figure and the second opening is positioned in the discharge forming area of the toy figure. The second opening has mating pieces of hook and loop fastening material secured thereto for closure of the second opening. The inner fabric pouch is irregularly configured and has a bottom tapered base portion and a broadened portion secured to the bottom tapered base portion.

Abstract: A quick release device for a surfboard safety leash, for facilitating the rapid release of an ankle strap of the surfboard safety leash from the user's leg or ankle. The device comprises an indicator mass for determining the position and location of the fastening end of the ankle strap of the surfboard safety leash. The indicator mass is secured to the ankle strap of the surfboard safety leash allowing for quick and positive determination of the position and location of the end of the ankle strap of the surfboard safety leash. The indicator mass may be configured in any geometric configurations such as spherical, square, rectangular, triangular, or other shapes as desired. An attachment cord for attaching and positioning the indicator mass onto the surfboard safety leash is secured to the ankle strap or ankle cuff of the surfboard safety leash so that when a pulling force is applied to the indicator mass or attachment cord, the ankle strap of the surfboard safety leash releases from the user's ankle or leg.

Abstract: An improved outboard propulsion system for a vessel in which an intake duct having an intake orifice positioned for receiving water. The intake duct includes a curved flow path directing walls curved continuously to provide a 180 degree turn for the water so as to direct the water flowing in an initial direction to a direction opposite the initial direction. An annular duct contiguous with the intake duct at the end of the intake duct is positioned opposite the intake orifice. The annular duct has walls curved continuously to provide a second substantially 180 degree turn to direct water flowing therethrough through a continuous change in direction of substantially 180 degrees such that the water is flowing in a direction approximate that of its initial direction at the intake orifice and substantially opposite the direction to which it entered the annular duct. An impeller discharges into a mixed flow volute.

Abstract: A security shield implementation method comprising computer software for use with a computer system's software which is transparent to the user of the computer system software and utilizes the steps of system call interception and interactive command interception to control access by a user of the computer system software. The system call interception for non-interactive commands, file access, programs, networks, and the interactive commands, such as access to interactive programs, are routed and examined by redirector software. Security rule checks and log event functions are then conducted on the non-interactive commands, file access requests, programs, networks, and the interactive commands. If a non-interactive command, file access request, program, network, or an interactive command is approved, the command request is then forwarded to the computer operating system.

Abstract: A golf club locking device and golf club holder assembly is provided, comprising an upper housing element having a substantially circular configuration, an outer locking knob coupled to the upper housing element, an inner locking coupler operably linked to the outer locking knob, and a locking plate secured to the inner locking coupler. A key cylinder is communicatively linked to the locking plate and a rubber bumper for holding golf clubs within the assembly is secured to the locking plate. A cable locking mechanism for locking the assembly to any object or to a golf bag is secured to a cable anchor plate and locking cable, and a lower housing element is configured to be adapted secured to the upper housing element.

Abstract: A method for packaging fruits and vegetables, where a fruit or portion of a fruit, or a vegetable or a portion of a vegetable are packaged forming a wrapped product for transport or storage, the wrapped product having an open surface area of at least two-percent. The method comprises perforating a shrinkable film having a pre-shrunk size and a shrunken size with a plurality of apertures so that the apertures are spaced at selected positions on the pre-shrunk size of shrinkable film. The fruit or the vegetable is then enclosed in the pre-shrunk size of the shrinkable film so that when the pre-shrunk size is converted to the shrunken size, the shrunken size film forms a tight enclosure around a portion of the fruit or vegetable, such as a crown portion, and has a girdle of apertures around an open area of the fruit or vegetable, such as a stem area.