Abstract: A three (3) stage process of nutritional supplementation used on a daily basis with varying dosages & ingredients for the three stages, morning, pre-workout, and night stages, in combination with at least one work-out during the day. The third or night stage is the opposite of that for the second, pre-work-out stage, with the third or night stage using no stimulants and the latter heavy stimulants, with the second, pre-work-out stage using heavy stimulants. Exemplary, preferred ingredient, dosages and times of day for the three (3) stages are disclosed.

Abstract: The preferred embodiment of the present invention teaches an open water mariculture facility wherein there is provided a central platform/support structure from which uniformly emanates a plurality of elongated, generally cylindrically configured, ballastable cage structures for containing and maintaining a marine species. The present system contemplates ballastable cages, which can be raised for maintenance operations. In one maintenance operation, the cages are partially exposed out of the water for the maintenance of the cage walls; the system further provides a rolling system for turning the cages on demand, for out of the water maintenance of all portions of the cage wall, without the necessity of lifting the cages from the water. An alternative system of the present invention contemplates the conversion of abandoned oil platforms for use as the central platform/support structure, providing a central support structure for an array of cages.

Abstract: A hand cultivating system for loosening or tilling select portions of the soil in a garden or plot. The preferred embodiment of the present invention contemplates a hand cultivating implement wherein there is provided a longitudinal handle member having first and second ends, the first end having affixed thereto a tined cultivator member including a plurality of tines in general longitudinal alignment with the handle member. Also affixed to the handle member, connected to the handle member in a position in the medial or upper medial area of the handle, disposed generally toward the second end of the handle, is a laterally emanating torque handle, configured to allow the user to partially rotate the handle and tined cultivator member about their longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A system for preventing unauthorized access to the programming and control features of a fire/security/control systems remote sensors. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention utilizes an association of transmitter identity/address with a central processor/control fire/security data base, which in turn is configured to securely program each transmitter with its location and function, or "personality". The various, individual sensors and central processor/control unit communicate individually via individual, repeatable pseudo randomization algorithms, producing a several bit result. The communicating central processor/control and each sensor must have a match on outgoing/incoming code before the transmitting sensor will accept the programming on its personality. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention also utilizes a randomization seed, which can altered occasionally, to further increase security.

Abstract: A bottle water disinfectant, storage, and dispensing system for purifying drinking water or the like. The preferred embodiment of the present invention contemplates a bottle water dispensing system having an inlet line, a storage tank, a filter area, and a dispensing port, wherein there is provided the steps of infusing water flowing into the storage tank with a disinfecting medium such as iodine, chlorine or the like, allowing the infused water to remain in the storage tank for a period of time to allow the disinfecting medium present in the stored water to kill all microbes and the like in the water, and selectively dispensing the stored water, including the further steps of filtering the disinfectant medium and remaining contaminants from the stored water.

Abstract: A free standing bow press for compound bows is provided with a longitudinally situated stand tube having upper and lower sections. The lower section has a floor stand or stabilizer. The upper section has the press itself. The press comprises a generally laterally situated, fixed, base bar, configured for communicating with the outer end area of the limbs of the bow; situated in longitudinally adjustable fashion is the riser beam, having riser roller brackets affixed at its respective edges for communicating with the riser of the bow. The riser beam is configured to adjust in respective vertical fashion via a rack and pinion or threaded shaft arrangement (7), initiated via jack or winch (5). In operation, the riser is lifted by cranking the winch (5), lifting the riser bar and riser; the limbs of the bow are held in place via the base bar (3) to thus lessen the tension on the string, allowing servicing of the bow.

Abstract: A bag pack or stack dispenser system incorporating its shipping container (C) to dispense the bags using a frictional, template system (17A & 17B) to present the bag (8) in an open disposition when it is dispensed in a longitudinal direction (25). A unique thermoplastic bag is used, as part of a convenient and reliable system maintaining the alignment of the bags and previewing for greater ease in dispensing the bags on an individual basis. The template system incorporates a frictional contact surface for encouraging a bag, when being dispensed, to come out in an open disposition. The template may be made of a polystyrene bock, cardboard, etc., either independent of or emanating item container itself. The container has a removable, perforated, dispenser door (16), configured to provide convenient access to the bags (8), while encouraging communication of the bag being dispensed with the template for opening the bag during the dispensing operation. An alternative embodiment (FIG.

Abstract: A bag and system for dispensing self-opening thermoplastic bags or the like from a stack of bags. The present system is configured such that it may be utilized with a variety of off-the-shelf rack configurations, and to provide optimal characteristics for dispensing bags one at a time, while further providing a system wherein the bag to be dispensed may be retained in an open position, to allow for the loading thereof with contents for carrying, such as purchased goods or the like. The system is further configured such that the loaded bag, when dispensed, draws the next bag in the stack forward into an open loading position such that it is ready to be loaded with goods without further manipulation by the attendant.

Abstract: A system for evaluating the pre-existing free throw ability of the player, evaluating the players shot path, then defining the optimal path of the thrown ball from the point of release of the player to the rim of the target goal, and providing a target area suspended along the optimal path to assist the player in developing his or her ability to emulate the optimal path in adjusting their free throw method. The preferred, exemplary embodiment of the present invention teaches a two dimensional target path or three dimensional target conduit suspended along the defined optimal path of the calculated "perfect" free throw for the evaluated player, the target provided by a laser or series of lasers. The resulting target provides a visual indicator of the optimal path of the ball in free throw, which the user can attempt to emulate during practice, in order to improve and redefine his or her free throw ball path.

Abstract: A portable bird perch designed for carrying and displaying pet birds, from a Parakeet to a Peacock, on the shoulder of the user, in an easily adjusted, and thereby comfortable manner, both for the bird and the user. The preferred embodiment of the present invention teaches a radially curved support base, designed for riding upon the shoulder of the user, and configured to be affixed to the user via adjustable straps passed about the underarms of the user. The base has an upper surface including a support perch for the animal in the form a grid template, and further includes a waste receptacle situated under the tail area of the bird to be supported. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention is contemplated for use in conjunction with a parrot or like sized and weighted bird, although the present invention may be configured for use with a variety, and, with smaller varieties, a plurality of birds.

Abstract: A joint/sealing system for interlocked, in-ground barrier members which form an in-ground containment wall, including a "U" shaped gasket (108) interfacing with a longitudinally extended male member (109) to form oppositely directed, double seals using outwardly diverging lips (181/182, 183/184) on the distal ends of the gasket, with the seals being created between at least one side of the male member and at least one leg of two legs (107), which form a female cavity (110) for the male member. The joint includes two, flanking "T" shaped, longitudinal extensions on opposite sides of the male member mating with opposed "T" configured chambers (102') on the adjacent barrier member. The joint elements preferably form an "H" nested within two, opposed "J" shapes. Six exemplary embodiments are disclosed, some single wall and some double walled. The gasket lips typically emanate out from the ends of the "U" shape, but one embodiment (501) has the lips extending out from the sides of the "U" (FIG. 10 ).

Abstract: A hazardous waste containment system for preventing the lateral migration of hazardous fluid substances (including both liquid and gas wastes, heavy metals, etc.) into the water table, particularly for sites which are located over a fluid impermeable strata (20) of clay or the like, while also allowing the controlled removal and/or in situ treatment of the fluid substances. The system uses an encircling barrier containment wall (W) comprising a plurality of slidingly engaged, sealed, interlocked, vertical barrier members (501/101) which extend down to and sealingly interface with the underlying fluid impermeable strata. At least one barrier member (1') includes a pass-through (P', FIG. 2) for one or more pipes (900) leading into an adjacent, satellite work/equipment area (E, FIGS. 1 & 3) where the hazardous fluids are controllable removed and treated on-site, and the treated fluids thereafter removed out of the work/equipment area.

Abstract: A bag and system for dispensing configured to minimize the probability of stress fractures in the dispensed bag, and tearing associated therewith, while providing a system which leaves no "throw away" product on the rack after dispensing a bag stack, as the present system has no central tear-off tab. The present system teaches the utilization of reinforced, radially configured handle support slits to provide an opening for allowing the passage of a horizontal handle support member therethrough, the support slits further configured to provide maximum opening of the bag mouth for easier loading, and easier placement of the bag pack upon the rack. Unlike prior art systems, the radial slit of the present invention is configured to easily spread apart to receive the handle support member, without tabs or folds formed therein.

Abstract: A machine for fastening rail plates to cross-ties, utilizing spikes or the like, and method therefore, is disclosed in the present invention. The preferred apparatus of the present invention teaches a system wherein there is provided a conveyor for conveying a plurality of laterally arranged, juxtaposed ties in bulk, a loader or retriever for loading a single tie upon a template conveyer, and a positioner for positioning the single tie during the pre-plating process. The present invention further includes a template system for securing the cross-tie or tie in place, feeding and positioning the rail-plate in place, feeding, dispensing, and positioning the spikes in place, driving the spikes, and discharging the processed tie, the template system utilizing as a principle motive force the displacement of the template reciprocating drive piston for positioning the template, as well as dispensing and positioning the spikes and plates.

Abstract: A safety system for use in conjunction with an instrument having a needle, wherein there is included a spring biased, locking pushbutton or activation tab apparatus which communicates with a locking safety sheath situated at the base of the hypodermic needle prior to activation. The safety sheath is in sliding, longitudinal communication about the needle, and is activated to its sheathing position by pressing a pushbutton or activation tab on the locking pushbutton or activation tab apparatus, directing the sheath from about the base of the needle to over the tip of the needle. Upon communication with the tip, the safety sheath deploys a locking hatch, preventing the urging of the sheath back to the base, and rendering the needle unreuseable.

Abstract: A bag and system for dispensing configured to minimize the probability of stress fractures in the dispensed bag, and tearing associated therewith, while providing a system which leaves no "throw away" product on the rack after dispensing a bag stack, as the present system has no central tear-off tab, thereby providing a more environmentally attractive alternative to other, prior art systems. Further, the present system teaches the utilization of reinforced, radially configured handle suppose cuts to provide an opening for allowing the passage of a horizontal handle support member therethrough, the support cuts further configured to provide a medial curved area situated to allow the outer edge of the cut to "ride" upon the handle support member, allowing maximum opening of the bag mouth for easier loading, and easier placement of the bag pack upon the rack.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing large thermoplastic bags utilizing a relatively compact dispensing container. The preferred embodiment of the present invention as implemented teaches a system for dispensing bags, wherein the container is configured to dispense a laterally folded bag stack, reducing the length of the container. The present invention provides a compact, manageable, and more convenient system for dispensing compact bags and the like, resulting in overall cost and time savings. The container of the present invention has formed therein a removable dispenser door, configured for providing convenient access to the bags, while encouraging communication of the bag being dispensed with the container in such a matter as to open the bag during the dispensing operation.

Abstract: A method of transporting and processing a viscous slurry, mash, or insoluble in a liquid carrier wherein there is provided a container having a paddle system disposed therein, the paddle system configured to oscillate in a limited, back and forth fashion so as to lift and shift the fluid mass toward a center portion of the container interior via gravity, and to a bottom portion thereof for recirculation and blending. The method further includes a coupling piece connected to the paddle system, and a portable drive system, the method steps including transporting the container filled with the insoluble and liquid carrier, coupling the portable drive system to the coupling piece, and actuating the portable drive system for oscillating the paddle system via the coupling piece.