Abstract: A bracing device capable of clamping to a rung ladder is disclosed. The bracing device holds the rung ladder in position when hooked over the peak of a pitched roof. At the forward end of the clamping device are wheels which allow the user to wheel the ladder up the pitched roof.

Abstract: An adaptable coupling mechanism for discharge lines is disclosed. The adaptable coupling can be placed into alignment with discharge lines despite the fact that the discharge lines are set at varying distances from one another. Once in alignment, the users can secure the coupler to the discharge lines, thereby providing the flow of liquid through the discharge lines and coupler to a single, larger line.

Abstract: A handle for use with rollable garbage cans is disclosed.

Abstract: An impact absorbing safety matting system for playground structures is set forth herein. The basemat tile utilizes a honeycombed structure beneath the basemat tile's surface layer. The honeycomb structure utilizes a rib network which forms air cavities that in turn compress when impacted to absorb energy. Affixed to the top of the basemat tile surface layer is a texture coat aggregate.

Abstract: A clamping device is illustrated for securing the elements of a fishing pole, once the extensions have been taken apart.

Abstract: A de-watering pump is designed for eliminating liquids in small diameter holes. An expandable air sack is designed such that the outer walls of the air sack can expand to interface with the inner walls of the hole which is to be de-watered. Pressurized air is forced into the hole. The pressurized sack prevents the escape of air up through the hole and directs the pressurized air and water from the hole out through the escape line.

Abstract: A duct air cover is disclosed which allows for the easy escape of air when it is being forced under pressure but cuts off drafts of air not under pressure. Two lightweight air deflector flaps are hinged at opposing sides of an air duct. When temperature controlled air is forced through the duct in question, the lightweight flaps are easily lifted from the register by the air pressure itself thereby allowing for the flow of temperature controlled air. However, when the air is no longer forced, the flaps return to a closed position thus preventing cold drafts of air from flowing out through the ducts.

Abstract: A pipe cutting machine capable of cutting saddles and mitres and combinations of saddles and mitres is disclosed. The machine uses the rotation of the pipe itself to power a cam drive assembly. The cam drive assembly powers a saddle cam and a mitre cam. The saddle cam and the mitre cam may be set such that a specific mitre cut, saddle cut, or combination of saddle and mitre cut may be accomplished. A cable assembly translates the rotation of the saddle and mitre cams to a torch carriage. The torch carriage in turn translates its movement concurrently to the torch itself, thereby cutting the exact saddle, mitre, or combination of saddle and mitre cut desired.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for playing floatball while either inside or outside between two or more players. The apparatus includes a net which attaches between two angularly displaced end posts. The end posts are attached to a weighted base which holds the posts in an upright position. The ball used is spherical in shape and because of its size and weight has the tendency to float across the net whenever it is hit by a player. The diameter of the ball is easily increased or decreased dependent upon the skill of the players.

Abstract: A rotatable note holder for use in conjunction with grocery carts. The rotatable note holder is rotatably attached to either the handle bar of the cart or one of the outer rods of a panel of the grocery cart. The rotatable note holder back panel can be rotated either to a holding position where the user can easily see and reach the clipped coupons or can be rotated parallel to one of the sides of the cart and thereby out of the way.

Abstract: A complete production line of a wood I-joist manufacturing apparatus, the method of manufacture, and the I-joist products having lumber chords and a plywood web are available, wherein both the chord lumber and the web plywood are initially made into essentially endless lengths for subsequent cutting to lengths of the then pre-specified sizes of I-joists being prepared. Smaller lengths of chord lumber are finger jointed and glue cured together into longer lengths, which are then cut to specified overall lengths. Thereafter they are grooved to receive the opposing cut side edges of the web. Then these cut interfitting surfaces of both the chord lengths and the web first receive an application of glue before their subsequent convenient conveyed, converging, assembly. Once assembled, their overall glued joints enter a radio frequency heating glue curer which insures an excellent attachment between the chords and the web. The web is then cut to match the length of the chords.

Abstract: A head gate for pen confining structures is disclosed. The head gate utilizes two synchronized gates with a gap there between. When the animal enters the gate, the gap is lodged in its open position. As the animal moves forward, the neck of the animal fits between the gap of the closing gates and rotates the gates forward and shuts. After the gates have closed, the animal cannot remove his head for the gates are held in position by a stop mechanism.

Abstract: An anti-theft alarm circuit and compatible warning plugs; the warning plugs are designed to look to be an integral part of the stereo component or appliance to which they are attached. When the warning plugs are disconnected, however, the alarm system is activated.

Abstract: A deck ramp is pivotally affixed to the bow of a boat allowing the deck ramp to serve either as a portion of the deck or as a ramp. When the deck ramp is in the closed position the deck ramp serves as a portion of the deck, which when in the open position, the deck ramp serves as a ramp for disembarkation.

Abstract: A stored heat cooking utensil is provided which consists of an outer container, a cooking vessel, a heat storage element, a lid for enclosing the outer container and cooking vessel, a handle for manipulating the cooking vessel and the heat storage element, and a container handle which serves as a carrying handle for the cooking utensil and a lid securing device. The outer container consists of an insulated container having a tapered interior metal lining with an upwardly directed projection in the bottom. Projecting ears are provided on opposite sides of the container for attachment of the container handle in the form of a rope. The heat storage element is a disk of soapstone having a metal band around its exterior perimeter having its side perpendicular to the stone's top and bottom. The cooking vessel is a metal container having tapered sides. It has a pair of slots in its walls. A projecting rib extends around the perimeter of the vessel bottom. The upper rim has a projecting rolled edge.

Abstract: A meal rack is constructed in order to double the usable oven space in a microwave oven. The meal rack has a grid frame with open space allowing for the dissipation of moisture. The legs used to elevate the meal rack frame are easily engaged and disengaged.

Abstract: A bucket bracket which is easily secured to a wall or other vertical support is disclosed. The bucket bracket is capable of ease in engagement and disengagement of a bucket for the user merely slips the bucket rim between the vertical mounting support and a curved bracket, whereupon the user lowers the bucket until it rests on the ledge of the bucket bracket with the projecting rim of the bucket secured between the mounting support and the lower curved flange.