Abstract: An improved toilet flush valve for variable volume toilet flushing systems. The present improvement uses a float adjustable attached to a flapper valve by a rigid stem to vary the flush volume. The stem and flapper valve eliminate the need for a valve item guide to maintain the valve stem vertical as the stem is movably retained through an aperture in the flapper valve. Several embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention is a two-player board game in which the object is to occupy four adjacent spaces in a row. The gameboard is a configuration of four concentric circles divided by four lines to create 32 game spaces. The game is won by getting four adjacent spaces occupied in a row. Adjacent spaces being those in the same concentric circle; or by getting four spaces radiating out from the center of the circle in the same quadrant; or by having four spaces spaces in a spiral configuration (otherwise known as a diagonal configuration) from center circle to outermost circle.

Abstract: The invention comprises a pneumatic gun for applying mortar in small scale applications, especially for one man operations around the home. The gun may also be used for mason contractor use. The gun uses an air supply fed by a thumb activated air nozzle that supplies air pressure to the top of a column of mortar inside a small dome shaped reservoir. A flex-type pressure release hose between the thumb trigger and the reservoir allows the pressure to be released to stop the flow of mortar upon flexing the hose.

Abstract: The invention is a set of colored fishing lures which change their color depending on the temperature of the body of water they are in. The lures are painted with thermochromic inks or paints in a variety of black, white, chartreuse, orange, red, blue, purple, green, yellow, gold and pinks. The paint is water resistant, changes quickly within a few degrees of temperature, and is easy to apply.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjustable support arm and assembly at the side of a chair, capable of holding a book in position for reading. The apparatus uses a free standing cabinet at the side of the chair as a support structure for the rest of the system. A book holding assembly is in connection with an upright shaft having annular grooves that rotates and moves vertically within the central channel of a support block that is attached to the framework. A spring biased latch plate secures the shaft at a vertical position by engaging with one of the annular grooves of the shaft. The support block moves horizontally along a rail connected to the framework. Rotational and pivoting movements are also possible to allow a wide variety of book positions.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for implementing the automatic measurement of a spinning saw blade's lateral deformation or deflection otherwise known as "flutter." The apparatus comprises a mounting means for rotating the saw blade and a detector means for measuring the flutter of the saw blade and generating an electrical signal in response. A second means measures the spin of the rotating saw blade in order to provide a visual output signal indicating flutter as a function of rotational speed.

Abstract: The invention is an improved fence made of plastic materials and comprising four parts. A central post, removable cap for the post, fence portions and adapter portions for connecting the fence portions with the central post. The adapter portions have bolt holes oriented in three directions to provide a securing arrangement for the fence and post portions.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for propping open grill lids which is adjustable to allow for various elevations of the lid of the grill. Use of the apparatus retains heat within the grill, saves fuel by limiting the oxygen supply to the grill; requires no additional tools; is easy to remove, and is self storing. The invention also reduces cooking time.

Abstract: The invention is a composition especially for ear plugs comprised of a starch based ester of a dicarboxylic acid, lecithin, wax, trace amounts of vitamins A, C, and E and a biocidal amount of grapefruit seed extract. The ear plug composition is especially useful as it retains its elasticity after prolonged use and after being subjected to temperature extremes. The composition is safe, and also kills germs due to biocidal action of grapefruit seed extract among other ingredients.

Abstract: The invention is to a safety device which can be fitted onto existing doors to prevent the inadvertent usage or opening of various household devices. These can be for example, refrigerators, microwave ovens, VCRs, etc. The device typically prevents small children from opening the door and/or using these devices without supervision. The device comprises a set of telescopically engaging members which are held tightly together over the handle of the door by a thumbscrew.

Abstract: The invention is an illuminating device for television remote control. The device has a small support base for attachment to the underside of remote control units and at least one bendable arm that is offset from the center of the remote unit. The arm supports a lighting apparatus at the top of the arm. The device may be battery powered and the bendable arm provides for a variety of positions for the lighting means.

Abstract: The invention is a clothes shopping cart that is designed to hold a substantial number of clothing and accessory items for a shopper in department and clothing stores. The cart moves about easily and provides the shopper with the ability to load up the cart with goods as a shopper wheels the cart about through the department store aisles. The clothing shopping cart is designed for ease of parking in conjunction with other carts. The cart uses a U shaped base and a storage space that is oriented to allow the carts to nest with each other. The cart is constructed to permit a substantial number or items to be placed in the cart prior to purchase while allowing for an adequate amount of room between the cart and aisles of the ordinary department store, so that a plurality of cars can move in and about the department store.

Abstract: The invention is a novel transit system in which vehicles are piggybacked onto electrically operated upper sled modules for longer distances or between critical high volume areas such as city centers and airports. The front wheels of the Electric vehicles (EVs) in this system are carried on an upper sled module which is connected by a strut or fin to a lower airfoil wing travelling in a generally below grade duct or conduit. The EV uses its own power to move the articulated unit from co-axial AC and DC motors supplemented by a parallel power supply and signals system. Vehicles mounted on the sled units are automatically spaced in response to central computerized timing and speed controls so as to ensure proper separation of vehicles using the guideway. Piggy backed vehicles can quit the guideway at predetermined nodal points to revert to conventional vehicular travel on the public highway system.

Abstract: The invention is a small, lightweight, container to hold both laundry detergent and coins. The two primary compartments are for storing liquid cleaning products and have reclosable lids with pouring spouts. The two compartments allow two different substances to be held and poured separate with a separate compartment that holds coins and a small uncovered space to hold miscellaneous items.

Abstract: A fishing pole mounting device to signal the movements of a fishing pole when a fish strikes the bait. A cradle means rests on top of a box shaped enclosure. The cradle holds the pole and translates downward movements of the pole into an electrical signal for audible and/or visual alarms.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved electric kaleidoscope which uses an electric motor to provide a continuous, smooth turning operation to the end cap assembly of the kaleidoscope, thus eliminating the tiring, awkward and jerky manual turning of kaleidoscopes. The main tube of the kaleidoscope has a housing that contains the electric motor, switch and wiring to power and turning of the end cap assembly. The end cap assembly of the kaleidoscope is removeable as is the end cap assembly cover of the end cap assembly, thus providing an easy means of changing the various colors and shapes of viewing objects in the object space of the end cap assembly. The removeable end cap assembly cover, which can be screw-on, snap-on or push-on type, allows the operator to change the end cap lens by inserting a clear lens to view the immediate surroundings in a kaleidoscopic display, or inserting a somewhat opaque lens and view objects in the object space to view an infinite variety of internally generated images or designs.

Abstract: The invention relates to a receptacle to be used in the manicuring and cutting of the fingernails and toenails. The pedi pan of the present invention comprises a specially shaped tray with open sides and sponge rubber base to provide a gripping surface for the pan.

Abstract: A toilet flushing apparatus designed to prevent excess loss of water that may happen when the flush valve stays open as the inlet valve is putting water into the tank. The initial flushing lifts the flush valve which acts in conjunction with a counter-weight and controller arm attached to the float ball arm. The controller arm supports the float ball and thus allows the intake valve to remain in the closed position until the flush valve has closed completely, at which time the float ball is lowered and water is let in to the tank.

Abstract: The invention relates to a simulated game of trout fishing played on a board having spaces to represent trout pools, obstructions and reflection pools. The object of the game is to promote sportsmanship, conservation, and enviromentalism and to win the game by garnering points for sportsmanship as well as catching trout.

Abstract: The invention is an indexing jig for building model railroad bridge trestles having a series of horizontal and vertical apertures cut into it to form an interlocking system of grooves for holding the various members that are used to construct trestles including vertical and horizontal members and cross bracing.