Abstract: An adjustable framing system for three-dimensional objects which has a three-dimensional shimming system and an access door in the rear. The access door allows objects to be easily inserted, and then temporarily removed for examination, and subsequently easily replaced. The framing system has a deep compartment for holding publications having a variety of sizes. The framing system is designed to accommodate varying sized publications by using matting in the front of the event programs, and a three-dimensional shimming system which includes vertical and horizontal shimming on the sides of the event program, and thickness shimming on the rear of the event program. An internal wall provides depth for an internal cavity which provides room for publications or other objects that vary in thickness. Separate display compartments may be provided for displaying tickets or descriptive labels for the objects in the frame.

Abstract: An intelligent cork screw device which determines the temperature of the bottle and informs the consumer as to what type of wine is suitable for that temperature. In a preferred embodiment, the cork screw provides a temperature readout. Alternative embodiments include temperature gauges which are marked to indicate the wines which are appropriate for that temperature. Other alternative embodiments provide entertainment features such as voice or other audio indications related to the temperature. Still other embodiments include visual indication such as lamps which indicate what type of wine would be proper for the temperature of the bottle being measured. The cork screw can use thermal measurement of the exterior of the wine bottle, or alternatively, the actual screw which penetrates the wine cork can be used as a temperature probe.

Abstract: A communications and entertainment device in which a cellular telephone is unfolded to form a headset which allows the user to wear the headset in a manner similar to conventional telephone headsets. The device includes an AM/FM radio receiver. The subsystems are prioritized such that one system is automatically interrupted based on higher priority activity. A display unit allows the user to display graphic information such as facsimile data or other graphic information such as that obtained from computer networks. A speaker phone function allows the user to hear audio output while the user has the device folded into the portable telephone configuration and hand-held. An integrated camera allows the device to be used for video phone telephone calls. An integral GPS receiver is built into the device to allow the location of the device to be automatically determined.

Abstract: A compact reusable bait station that can be used for either solid or liquid bait. The bait station has an outer wall that defines an inner bait chamber. The chamber, when sealed, prevents liquid bait inside the chamber from flowing out. The chamber has limited access from the outside to reduce evaporation, drying, and contamination of the liquid bait by preventing unnecessary exposure to the environment. Access to the outside is limited to access ports that are sized to allow access by an insect, but nothing larger. The access port is positioned above the level of the liquid bait to prevent leakage. The bait station is fabricated from reusable material, such as plastic, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, etc. and may be opened for cleaning and storage. Different configurations, such as triangular, rectangular, or tubular chambers may be used. Alternative embodiments provide ground attachment spikes which may be an integral part of the bait station or a removable attachment.

Abstract: A hand-held laser device that stimulates hair growth. The device provides distributed laser light to the scalp while simultaneously parting the user's hair to ensure that the laser light contacts the user's scalp. A unique beam splitting reflector splits a single laser beam to ensure that energy from the laser beam is evenly distributed. The reflector is mechanically aligned with the laser source and has a zigzag structure which mechanically deflects portions of the beam as it passes over the peaks of the reflector. The portions of the laser beam form a line of laser beams that project toward the user's scalp. Parallel rows of teeth are aligned with a central row of individual laser beams and part the user's hair to form furrows in the user's hair as the device is combed through the user's hair. The furrows create an unobstructed path for the laser beam to reach the scalp of the user.

Abstract: An integral elastic strap for head wear. The elastic strap is attached to the rear of the head wear. The integral strap is positioned at the rear of the head wear such that when the hair is pulled back, the elastic strap is stretched and twisted around the hair to secure the hair in the form of a pony tail. The head wear can be one of a variety of head wear, such as a conventional hat, a baseball cap, etc. When used in conjunction with head wear that is adjustable in size, such as a baseball cap, the elastic strap also holds the edge of the cap snugly against the wearer's head when the wearer's hair is not being secured, thereby eliminating the need for a conventional securing strap.

Abstract: A portable feed carrier with a central feed chamber for roughage and an integral hanger attachment for attaching a pail for holding grain. The central feed chamber is formed by a flexible panel. The hanger attachment detachably attaches to a feed pail. The hanger attachment uses the weight of the pail to secure the central feed chamber in the closed position such that the roughage is not visible to the livestock. Shoulder straps are attached to the proximal and distal ends to allow a user to carry the device hands-free. Removable support rods are inserted into sleeves at the proximal and distal ends of the carrier to hold the ends of the flexible panel in alignment, and retain the shape of the carrier. The hanger strap can optionally go over or through the flexible panel, and be attached to the flexible panel, the support rods, or the shoulder strap. Optionally, a single shoulder strap can be used in place of the dual straps. The shoulder straps can be permanently attached or detachable.

Abstract: A breast cleavage enhancement device which is selectably attached to the rim of a brassiere at multiple locations. Depending on the point of attachment to the brassiere, the brassiere cups are rotated in a clockwise or counter clockwise direction to control the position, cleavage, and separation of the breasts. The adjustable clip is attached to the brassiere at various user selectable locations between the brassiere cups. Placement of the adjustable clip above or below the center point applies rotational pressure to the brassiere cups, which will move the breasts closer together if rotated in one direction, and will move the breasts apart if rotated in the other direction. The adjustable clip can be implemented by a clip that attaches to a conventional brassiere, or by integral hook and loop strips, buttons, string ties, or other suitable devices.

Abstract: A bicycle seat in which the rider's weight is distributed away from the center of the rider's body toward the buttocks and legs. Front and rear central indentations that are formed in the seat to reduce the longitudinal length in the central portion of the bicycle seat and minimize contact between the bicycle seat and the central seating area of a rider's body. An extended seating surface extends laterally outward from the longitudinal axis of the bicycle to provide a more comfortable seating area upon which the buttocks of the rider can more fully support the rider's body weight. An optional central cavity extends longitudinally along the central portion of the upper surface of the bicycle seat such that the extended seating surface is separated into separate left and right segments, each segment supporting one of the rider's buttocks.

Abstract: A floating window for viewing underwater life, which has an unfolded viewing configuration and a folded storage configuration for transport and/or storage. Floating end walls are attached to a central viewing window and have sufficient buoyancy to prevent the device from sinking beneath the surface. The central window is secured on either end to a floating end wall. The central window is flexible and curve upward on the edges extending between the floating end walls such that a cavity is formed with a central viewing area. The central window is attached to the floating end walls such that the central viewing area is held below the surface of the water and the edges of the central window extend above the surface of the water to prevent water from spilling onto the top surface of the central viewing area. The central window is secured to slots on the inside surface of each floating end wall by a pressure fit.

Abstract: An automatic gravity controlled fishing line brake which is automatically activated when the fishing line goes slack. The fishing line is fed through an opening in an arm of the brake assembly. When the line is taught, such as when it is being cast or when a fish strikes, the tension on the line is used to elevate the arm and disengage the brake. When the fishing line tension is relieved, such as when the line hits the water or when a fish changes direction, gravity automatically lowers the arm and engages the brake on the fishing reel line spool. The brake pads prevent the fishing line spool from rotating and thus prevent the unraveling of fishing line.

Abstract: A modified wrist watch that has an adjustable indicator on the face of the watch which allows an individual to tell at a glance at what point the individual is within the ultradian cycle. The watch has an adjustable indicator to synchronize the individual's personal ultradian cycle to the time on the watch. The indicator has a series of indicia arranged on the watch face to indicate when the individual is at the individual's peak biological physical/mental condition. The individual can observe when the healing cycle is approaching. By observing the individual's ultradian cycle's alignment with the time of day, activities can be planned such that proper capability is present at the right time. An alternative embodiment allows the watch face to monitor multiple ultradian cycles such that an individual can monitor the individual and a second party simultaneously for determining the best time to interact.

Abstract: A bulkhead for use with cargo containers that carry dry flowable cargo. The bulkhead has flaps on the bottom edge and on both side edges. When the bulkhead is installed in a container, the flap on the bottom folds against the floor of the container to form a seal. The side flaps also fold against the sides of the container to form seals. The seals prevent the dry flowable cargo, when loaded in the container, from leaking out of the container. This eliminates the need for a liner in the container to hold the cargo.

Abstract: A compact reusable bait station that can be used for either solid or liquid bait. The bait station has an outer wall that defines an inner bait chamber. The chamber, when sealed, prevents liquid bait inside the chamber from flowing out. The chamber has limited access from the outside to reduce evaporation, drying, and contamination of the liquid bait by preventing unnecessary exposure to the environment. Access to the outside is limited to access ports that are sized to allow access by an insect, but nothing larger. The access port is positioned above the level of the liquid bait to prevent leakage. The bait station is fabricated from reusable material, such as plastic, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, etc. and may be opened for cleaning and storage. Different configurations, such as triangular, rectangular, or tubular chambers may be used. Alternative embodiments provide ground attachment spikes which may be an integral part of the bait station or a removable attachment.

Abstract: A deep fryer with an automatic fire extinguishing system. The oil storage tank is attached to the oil reservoir of the deep fat fryer. A drain valve controls drainage of oil in the deep fryer oil reservoir to the oil storage tank. A fire sensing device is attached to, and controls, the drain valve and opens the drain valve when a fire is detected. The oil storage tank smothers any fire from oil inside it by preventing sufficient air flow to keep the fire burning. Any remaining oil which has not drained the into the oil storage tank quickly burns out and the fire is extinguished. A drain valve in the oil storage tank allows the oil to be recovered and placed back into the oil reservoir of the deep fat fryer for reuse. An air valve in the oil storage tank allows air to evacuate the tank as it is being filled with oil.

Abstract: A lightweight barrier with locking devices at the top, middle, and bottom. Each barrier has an I-shaped male tab and a matching female slot. The I-shaped male tab is inserted into the female slot on an adjacent barrier. Locking pins are inserted through lower end upper extensions of the I-shaped male tab of the barrier near the bottom and the middle. The locking pins extend through both barriers such that the first and second barriers are secured together at the bottom and the middle. Another locking device is positioned at the top of the barrier which consists of a hinged locking bar held by a hinge pin. When the barrier is mated with an adjoining barrier, the hinged locking bar extends over the adjoining barrier to fit within a locking cavity. The locking bar is then secured to the other barrier to retain it in the locking cavity.

Abstract: A car seat for infants and small children that includes an integral illumination system that is remotely activated by the driver. The illumination system is an electro-luminescent lamp assembly which is mounted in the car seat such that when activated, it casts light on the child or infant so that the child or infant can be monitored. The illumination system is controlled by a portable remote control device that allows the driver to activate it remotely when the car seat is in the rear seat of the vehicle. Optionally, alternative lamp types such as LED devices, incandescent lamps, or neon lamps can be used in place of the electro-luminescent lamps. The lamps are integrated into the side panels of retaining bar of the car seat. Optionally, the electro-luminescent lamps can be cut such that they take the shape of entertaining characters. The lamp can be optionally embedded under a transparent cushion surface on the car seat or retaining bar.

Abstract: An interlocking prefabricated hardwood floor panel system in which multiple hardwood strips are secured together and attached to a substrate. The hardwood strips end at different locations such that a straight seam is not formed between adjacent floor panels. The substrate covers at least a portion of the floor panel and may extend past the edge of the hardwood strips such that hardwood strips from an adjacent floor panel can be secured to the substrate. Alternative embodiments provide hardwood strips that vary in color to allow designs to be inserted into a floor by using different woods or different stains. The substrate is secured to a target surface which may be the surface of the floor, a ceiling, or wall. The substrate can be attached to the target surface via any appropriate method, such as adhesive, nails, screws, etc.. A variety of flooring patterns can be used including hardwood strips, parquet squares, herringbone, etc.