Abstract: A creeper includes a torso supporting platform with a number of bores formed vertically therethrough. Each of the bores has a polygonal recess formed around the bottom thereof. A caster extends downwardly from each of the bores. Each caster includes a caster wheel, a bracket secured thereto and extending upwardly therefrom and a shaft extending upwardly from the bracket. Each of the shafts is positioned in a different one of the bores and is axially aligned with the same. A polygonal nut is secured around each of the shafts and is positioned atop a corresponding bracket. Each of the polygonal nuts is sized to be inserted in a corresponding one of the polygonal recesses. A hollowed cap with an internal thread is inserted into the top of the bore and over the shaft in order to secure the shaft to the platform.

Abstract: A decorative enclosure or cover is adjustably fitted over a low voltage light fixture. The light fixture is of the type that has a stake adapted to be partially inserted into the ground, a support extending upwardly from the stake, a light bulb assembly mounted atop the support, a light cover positioned over the light bulb assembly and a power source connected to the bulb assembly for supplying electricity to the same. The light cover includes a sleeve that extends downwardly from the bottom thereof. The sleeve is slidable along the support and has at least one opening formed therethrough. A screw is threaded through the opening in the sleeve wall in order to engage the support and maintain the enclosure in place.

Abstract: A tool for fishing magnetic objects through a wall includes a body portion that has a cavity formed therein. An electromagnet is secured in the cavity and is connected to a variable power source that is adapted to selectively activate the electromagnet. A pair of lines are secured to the top of the body portion so that the same can be raised or lowered a predetermined distance. The body portion includes a slot that extends into the same from the top thereof. The slot is adapted to retain an end of a fish tape therein.

Abstract: A back scrubbing device is adapted to be secured to a shower wall. The device includes a main housing that has front and rear walls, opposing side walls and top and bottom walls. The front wall has a plurality of perforations formed therethrough and the top and bottom walls each have an opening formed therethrough. A water supply hose has one end connected to the opening in the bottom wall of the main housing and the opposing end is secured to a shower head or bathtub faucet for supplying water to the device. A brush is secured to the front wall of the main housing and has a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. The apertures in the brush are aligned with the perforations in the front wall of the main housing so that water can pass therethrough. A container for holding liquid soap is mounted in the main housing. The container includes a dispenser extending from the top wall of the housing for dispensing the liquid soap contained therein.

Abstract: A dental appliance for treating temporomandibular joint disorders that includes a U-shaped channel member having an inner side wall and an outer side wall. A plurality of connectors positioned between the inner and outer side walls divide the dental appliance into an upper and lower compartment for receiving a patient's upper and lower teeth, respectively. A pliable material fills the upper and lower compartments so that the grinding or clenching the patient's teeth is prevented and the patient's mandible can be set in a desired position.

Abstract: A wire drawing apparatus includes a container having opposing front and rear sides. The front and rear sides each have an opening formed therein. A quantity of dry powdered lubricant is located in the container. A die is positioned adjacent the opening on the rear side of the container. A wire is inserted in the opening in the front side of the container. The wire is pulled through the container and through the die. A permanent magnet is adjustably mounted in the container. Both the wire and the dry lubricant are magnetized by the magnet thereby causing the wire and lubricant to be attracted to one another so that the lubricant is held by the wire as the wire is pulled into the die.

Abstract: A roof shingle for solar heat collection comprises an upper segment and a lower segment. The upper segment of the roof shingle has a greater thickness than the lower segment. The upper segment has a transverse opening extending therethrough for receiving hollow tubing inserted therein. The opening is adapted to be aligned with openings in adjacent roof shingles on either side of the roof shingle.

Abstract: A tong head assembly for a glass blowing machine includes multiple tong mechanisms. Each tong mechanism has a tong extending from the bottom of a cylinder. The tongs are adapted to grasp a blown container. The cylinders are mounted for independent rectilinear and angular movement in the tong head assembly in order to compensate for misalignment of the tongs with the glass container to be grasped.

Abstract: A collapsible chair includes a pair of intercrossing frames pivotally interconnected at front and rear pivot points. A pair of curved back support rods extend upwardly from the frames. A back rest is secured on and between the curved back support rods and a seat extends perpendicularly from the bottom of the back rest when the chair is in the upright condition. Each of the back support rods is rotatably secured to the intercrossing frames so that the back support rods can be positioned side-by-side when the chair is in the folded condition.

Abstract: A foldable handlebar for an exercise machine of the type that has a base frame, laterally spaced foot support members carried by the base frame, and a main strut attached to the base member and extending upwardly therefrom. The handlebar is rotatably attached atop the main strut so that each individual user can adjust the handlebar to accommodate his or her particular measurements.

Abstract: A surgical forceps of the type that has a handle, an elongated tube mounted to the handle, and a pair of jaw members connected to the handle through the elongated tube so that manipulation of the handle will open and close the jaw members. The jaw members of the present invention have a large curved segment, a reduced curved segment and a slot positioned between the large curved segment and the reduced curved segment. The large curved segments form in association with one another a first rounded, oval or circular shape and the reduced curved segments form in association with one another a second rounded, oval or circular shape. The jaw members can be deflected about the elongated tube.

Abstract: An exercise machine comprises a pair of stepping members pivotally secured to the base frame, a main strut attached to the base frame extending upwardly therefrom and handlebars secured atop the main strut. A different resistance cylinder is secured to each stepping member for providing resistance when a downward force is placed on the stepping members by the user. The stepping members each have a compression mat secured thereto for providing a cushioned surface.

Abstract: A step climber exercise machine comprises a base frame having a support bar telescopically mounted therein, a pair of stepping members pivotally secured to the base frame, a main strut attached to the base frame extending upwardly therefrom and handle bars secured atop the main strut. A different resistance is secured to each stepping member for providing resistance when a downward force is placed on the stepping members by the user. The support bar can extend outwardly from the base frame to prevent tipping of the exercise machine when in use.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes the combination of a multipurpose exercise machine capable of allowing a person to perform a number of different anaerobic exercises thereon and an aerobic exercise machine such as a stair climber, treadmill, bicycle or the like associated therewith. A program computer is mounted on one of the machines so as to be readily accessible to the person exercising. The computer includes a memory which has a plurality of exercise programs stored therein which can be selected by the user. Once a particular program is selected, the computer causes a display to advise the user as to which particular exercise is to be performed and for how long. The computer indicates the conclusion of the particular exercise time and the beginning of a transition time where the user is to move on to the next exercise which is then timed and the process continues throughout the exercise program.

Abstract: The belt which normally interconnects the two foot supports of a cross-country ski exercising machine passes around at least one pulley so as to rotate the pulley in an oscillating manner as the foot supports move back and forth. A slotted wheel rotates with the pulley and a photo-detecting unit is mounted on the frame for the exercise machine so as to cooperate with the slotted wheel. The photo-detecting unit includes two photo emitters and two photo receivers. Light from the photo emitters is intermittently received by the photo receivers as the openings in the slotted wheel move between the photo emitters and the photo receivers. This sensor system is capable of determining the extent of movement of the foot supports which, when connected to an information control unit, can provide precise exercise information such as the amount of distance actually covered and the number of calories consumed.

Abstract: A basketball having a surface devoid of lines, seams stitching or other markings that span the circumference of the ball for forming a uniform and continuous surface. The seamless basketball has a uniform stippling along its entire surface and integrally a part thereof and may have a logo printed thereon. The ball is formed from a molded outer cover formed from two hemispheres having an inflatable bladder positioned therein. The inflation valve is hidden from view under the cover or, if exposed, is flush with the cover and of the same color as the cover. The lack of seams, stitching or other markings spanning the circumference of the outer surface of the ball causes the ball to have no particular orientation. Therefore, the user of the seamless basketball is not inclined to align the ball in a particular fashion prior to shooting the same. As such, wasted time is eliminated and a quicker release and greater concentration is gained.

Abstract: A high-flexibility knee support comprising a main body portion for covering the knee cap and surrounding area having securing straps extending from each side of the main body portion which are adapted to be wrapped around the knee and secured at the back of the knee. The straps are substantially less in width than the main body portion having straps for being secured comfortably and non-restrictively behind the knee. The knee support is further comprised of pressure-application straps which are attached to the main body portion above and below the knee cap. The pressure-application straps run from one side of the main body portion to the other side of the main body portion and are used to adjust the support given to the knee cap and patellar tendons. The adjusting straps can be adjusted and held in place via threading through rings attached to the main body portion and their construction from mating fractional fastening material, respectively.

Abstract: An aerodynamic golf chipping target is comprised of a body having a disc-shaped upper surface and a circumferential portion surrounding the upper surface. The upper surface has a circular hole formed in the center thereof for receiving a golf ball. The hole is defined by a rim. Netting is loosely secured beneath the rim around its periphery so that a ball entering the hole will become entrapped therein. The circumferential portion has a gradual slope and extends downwardly from the upper surface. The bottom of the circumferential portion defines a circular opening. The chipping target has an aerodynamic shape so that it glides a substantial distance when thrown through the air.

Abstract: A foldable step climber exercise machine comprises a base frame having a balancing support telescopically mounted therein, a pair of stepping members pivotally secured to the base frame, a main strut attached to the base frame extending upwardly therefrom and handlebar secured atop the main strut. A different resistance structure is secured to each stepping member for providing resistance when a downward force is placed on the stepping members by the user. Pivots are provided between the main strut and the base frame to allow the step climber to be collapsed from an operating position to a storage position.

Abstract: A flexible bulk container for the handling and storage of flowable or powdered bulk materials is provided which includes the combination of a flexible and collapsible bulk bag bottom component having an encircling first side wall, a bottom end with an opening therethrough through which contents are discharged connected about its periphery to a bottom end of said first side wall and an open upper end opposite said bottom end and a flexible and collapsible bulk bag top component having a top end, an opposite open lower end and an encircling second side wall connected about the periphery of the top end which is separably receivable within and generally complementary to the first side wall of the bag bottom component wherein the top and bottom ends and first and second side walls define an interior stoarage space therebetween for flowable granular or powdered bulk material with the second side wall being adapted to be in firm engagement with the first side wall when the storage space is at least partially filled.