Abstract: The present invention relates to a backrest, designed particularly for a BMW™ motorcycle, including a mounting bracket configured to conform to and fit between the rear edge of the driver's seat and the front edge of a passenger seat. The mounting bracket includes two ends each having a flange thereon that is secured to the motorcycle chassis with fasteners that typically fasten the passenger seat thereto. A height adjustable, hinged brace member connects a padded backrest to the mounting bracket.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a scooter that is self propelled with a uniquely designed spring winding propulsion system. Using a system of interrelated gears and sprockets, the propulsion system is automatically rewound as a user manually propels the scooter. Accordingly, when the propulsion system is sufficiently rewound, a release button transfers energy contained within the wound springs to a rear wheel thereby automatically propelling the scooter.

Abstract: A convalescent bed for safely restraining a bedridden patient includes a bed frame with a mattress that is raised and lowered by a hydraulic or electric lifting arm. The bed frame includes a pair of opposing guard rails one of which includes pivotally connected panels that may be deployed when the mattress is in the lowered position thereby providing a ramp on which a patient safely lands in the event he or she rolls off the mattress while receiving treatment.

Abstract: A back scrubber includes a substantially U-shaped bracket including an elongated vertical base plate with an upper arm and a lower arm perpendicularly extending therefrom. Removably positioned between the upper and lower arms is a tubular brush member that is automatically rotated with an internal electric motor. A bather can cleanse his her or back by activating the motor and placing the back against the brush member.

Abstract: A hose clamp having an elongated band having first and second opposed ends which are overlapped to form an annular clamp member. A plurality of indentions are longitudinally positioned on the band. An adjustment assembly is fastened to the clamp member and includes a housing having a drive gear received therein. The drive gear includes peripheral teeth that engage the indentions whereby rotation of the gear results in the first and second ends moving to vary the circumference of the clamp member. The drive gear is driven with an adjustment screw that is positioned perpendicular to the clamp member circumference for easier access.

Abstract: A combination water and coffee dispenser includes a hollow housing having an interior chamber. A water supply line extends from a domestic water source into the interior chamber for supplying fresh water to a cold water storage tank, a hot water storage tank and possibly to a raw water dispensing nozzle on the exterior of the housing. A liquid coffee concentrate storage container is received within the interior chamber and is in liquid communication with a pump. A discharge tube extends from the pump to a mixing chamber. Hot water is routed from the hot water storage tank to the mixing chamber wherein the hot water is mixed with liquid coffee concentrate to produce coffee having a predetermined concentration. The pump speed and thus the concentration of coffee produced in the mixing chamber is controlled by a potentiometer. The device is also equipped with a chilled compartment for storing refrigerated liquid coffee concentrate formulations.

Abstract: A protector for a remote keyless entry device includes a hollow enclosure constructed with a flexible, resilient but pliable material such as rubber allowing the device to tightly encapsulate varying size keyless entry devices. The enclosure includes four edges, a top surface and a bottom surface. An opening is disposed on one of the edges and is in communication with an interior chamber that receives the keyless entry device. The opening may include an elastomeric continuous band allowing the opening to expand and contract. Alternatively, the size of the opening may be fixed and can be covered with a tab that attaches to the enclosure with hook and loop fasteners, snaps and similar means. The enclosure may include a peripheral zipper in lieu of the expandable opening allowing the enclosure to open and close in a clamshell type fashion.

Abstract: A man's trouser comprises a pelvic section having a pair of leg portions depending therefrom. The pelvic section includes a waist section having an upper circumferential edge with a lower continuous elastomeric band secured thereto. An upper, elastomeric waistband is secured to an upper edge of the lower band and includes belt loops positioned thereon for receiving a belt to suspend the trouser on a wearer. Both bands are configured to resemble an undergarment waistband so that the garment appears to be a conventional trouser suspended below the wearer's undergarment waistband.

Abstract: An electric cooking apparatus for easily converting a pot to a deep fryer or boiler includes a housing having an elongated heating element attached thereto. The heating element includes an upper portion with a cover mounted thereon. An adjustable bracket secures the device to the upper rim of the pot. A safety switch enables the heating element only when the device is properly mounted. The position of the heating element may be adjusted so that the device can be easily used with various sized pots.

Abstract: A temporary manhole cover for protecting workers purging a sewer line from splattering waste includes a substantially circular cover member having an outer rim bordering a central indented portion. The indented portion is transparent allowing the worker to observe the manhole interior if necessary. The cover member includes an elongated opening radially extending from the center of the indented portion to the outer edge of the rim. Disposed within the opening are a plurality of horizontal contiguous bristles. A water hose may be inserted into a manhole when the cover is properly installed by inserting the hose through the opening. The bristles retain the hose in a select position while retaining sewage within the manhole.

Abstract: An automated water control valve for disabling water flow to an appliance includes a shell having a water inlet and a water outlet. A solenoid valve selectively disables water flow through the device. A sensing channel includes a spring-biased magnet that migrates towards a Hall effect device in the event that water pressure at the outlet is less than the inlet water pressure, i.e., such as when water is flowing to the appliance. The magnet becomes substantially aligned with the Hall effect device which in turns instructs a microprocessor to open the solenoid valve. When the appliance is properly operating and water flow thereto is disabled, pressure at the outlet will equalize with that of the inlet allowing the magnet to return to its original position thereby instructing the microprocessor to close the solenoid valve. In the event that the microprocessor does not receive the requisite control signal, i.e.

Abstract: A versatile, high performance grand piano includes a keyboard having 92 keys thereon as opposed to the conventional 88 keys found on most pianos. Furthermore, each key hammer strikes four dedicated strings as opposed to the three shared strings found on conventional pianos. The string construction eliminates the need for string sets to be shared with adjacent keys so that tuning or breakage of a string only affects a single key as opposed to adjacent keys.

Abstract: A hunter's chair specifically designed for use in hunting blinds and/or tree stands includes a cushioned seat member with a cushioned backrest portion vertically extending therefrom. On the rear surface of the backrest portion is a pouch for receiving accessory items. Extending from the bottom surface of the seat member is a telescoping leg having a base structure on the lower end thereof The base structure includes a plurality of radially extending arms, each having an aperture at a distal end for receiving a fastener means to secure the chair to a support surface. A lever on the lower surface of the seat member operates a pneumatic lift assembly that extends and retracts the telescoping leg to adjust the height of the seat member.

Abstract: A device for cleaning a shoe sole includes a substantially H-shaped base frame formed of hollow tubes having a vertical water inlet line upwardly extending therefrom. The water inlet line terminates at an upper end with a valve and hose coupling mounted thereon. The H-shaped base frame includes a transverse member having a plurality of aligned apertures oriented at a predetermined angle relative to a horizontal plane for delivering multiple pressurized streams of water at said predetermined angle to effectively clean a user's shoe sole while minimizing splashing of a user or a user's shoe.

Abstract: A vehicle window tinting system includes liquid crystal material contained within a liquid crystal cell embedded within the side windows of a vehicle. A liquid crystal cell is likewise embedded within the vehicle rear window and is scripted to form a readable message. The liquid crystal cells are each electrically connected to the vehicle battery via a designated switch. When a switch corresponding to a window is activated, an electrical current is delivered to the liquid crystal cells thereby decreasing the transmittance of the window. If the switch corresponding to the rear window is activated, the readable message appears thereon.

Abstract: A door sign includes spaced front and rear panels with a side panel perpendicularly disposed therebetween. Both the front and rear panels each include an angularly extending slot for accommodating a door knob shaft. The side panel includes an elongated opening for receiving the door knob latch and possibly a dead bolt latch if the door is so equipped. The sign is positioned such that the door knob shafts are within the angular slots and the door knob latch is protruding through the side panel opening. If the door is closed and locked, the sign cannot be removed without unlocking and opening the door thereby preventing tampering or removal by unauthorized passers by.

Abstract: A device that allows a user to spread and level concrete in a standing position includes a beam formed of a pair of beam segments, each having an inboard end that may be removably joined to the inboard end of the opposing beam member at select locations to vary the length of the beam. Pivotally mounted to the outboard end of each beam segment is a handle assembly. The handle assembly is pivotable between a plurality of angular positions allowing the beam to be manipulated within confined spaces and whereby the beam may also be used in an inverted position. A first beam segment includes an eye bolt for coupling with an external towing device to assist a user in pulling the beam across a heavy layer of concrete.

Abstract: A sander for smoothing curvilinear surfaces includes a horizontal support surface having top and bottom sides. The support surface has two sets of inner and outer arcuate slots thereon. The inner arcuate slots each have idler rollers thereabove secured to a pivoting, spring biased circular plate therebelow. A continuous sanding belt encompasses the idler rollers and a drive roller and is moved along a substantially triangular path with a motor means. A section of the path defines a sanding portion immediately adjacent to which is a flexible plate. An adjustment mechanism is provided to bend the plate to a desired configuration to form a curved sanding portion. The plate has an anchoring post on each side that is received within an outer arcuate slot and is secured to the circular plate therebelow. The plates, idler rollers and anchoring posts maintain tension on the belt regardless of the orientation of the sanding surface.