Abstract: In a guiding apparatus for positionally accurate docking of a testing head for electronic components to a handler or prober, a guiding pin is provided, arranged to be displaceable in a direction normal to its longitudinal direction on an attachment block attached on a testing head or handler/prober. Within the attachment block, a taper pin is provided longitudinally displaceable and carrying a taper tip on its end facing the guiding pin. The guiding pin has a centering recess on its side facing the taper pin. The taper tip can be brought into and out of engagement with the centering recess, wherein by inserting the taper tip into the centering recess a predetermined position of the guiding pin with respect to the attachment block, and therefore with respect to that device, which carries the guiding pin, can be achieved.

Abstract: A wind-actuated, spinning novelty device enabling a user to quickly, easily and interchangeably mount and transport a dual-head rotational device on a vehicle and to enjoy an active display along with coincident display of a selected logo, mascot depiction, design and/or vocal, thereby enabling a user to demonstrate patriotism, support for a sports team or to display any other personal interest capable of visual and/or audible expression by providing a dynamic showcase for individual interests and/or beliefs through the incorporation of effects such as, for exemplary purposes only, holographic images, reflective ornamentation, distinctive coloration, lights, insignias, licensed characters, other special visual effects and/or other notable styles or features.

Abstract: A portable vacuum cleaning apparatus intended to be carried either on a single shoulder or worn backpack style, wherein the vacuum cleaner has an extensible tube and nozzle arrangement that may be held substantially fully enclosed in the vacuum cleaner case, wherein the hose or wand may be collapsed when not in use to prevent entanglement, or may be incrementally extended and secured in a desired position for use. Additional advantages of the present invention include a suspension arrangement for flexibly suspending the internal components of the vacuum and for providing a moment to counteract the force and movement of the wand.

Abstract: A mailbox advertisement bonnet, wherein a durable, waterproof advertising board carrying a printed public notice thereon is provided, and wherein the mailbox advertisement bonnet is dimensioned to fit over and be secured to a conventional mailbox.