Abstract: An improved valve mechanism requiring no handle for the direction and intermixing of two or more liquids. The device is extremely suitable for use in sinks such as are commonly found in the kitchen or bathroom. Control of water volume and temperature is accomplished by manipulating the spout itself which acts both as the water outlet and the controller. A swivel spray aerator fixture can be used to redirect the flow back toward the center of the sink or any other location. The device is adapted to be used with ball valve type faucets but others are suitable as well.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for transferring a weight of chain link mesh fence and holding the fence in position while a single installer secures the fence. The apparatus includes a lever arm, at least one tip for engaging an intersection of chain link mesh, a pivot point between the lever arm and tip, a hook attached to the lever arm by a flexible tether or connector which allows the chain link mesh to remain in place once engaged. The installer first places the pivot point on the fence post and pivots the chain link mesh upward to the desired height. Then the installer attaches the hook to an intersection of fence so that the flexible tether is taut. Once done, the forces are balanced on each side of the pivot point of the apparatus and the installer can release the tool and work with both hands to install the fence.

Abstract: A four bar kinematic artwork retainer that attaches to a frame for securely holding artwork in a frame. The four bar kinematic artwork retainer device is installed for retaining artwork in a frame by positioning the pivot pin interconnecting two point links of the retracted artwork retainer in the inside corner of a frame and then locking the artwork retainer in position wherein the piercing points of the artwork retainer have engaged with the frame. The installed artwork retainer is in intimate contact with the back of the artwork and corner of the frame. The artwork retainer quickly, safely and easily attaches to the frame without modifying the frame or using tools.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with safety devices which prevent children from accessing electrical outlets. It is designed to be easy to install, easy to use, and most importantly, safe. It is designed to have a cover which replaces the standard outlet cover found on electrical outlets. Attached to the cover is a removable cover which slides into place and affirmatively locks. To disengage the device, some manual dexterity and strength is required. The locking mechanism must be pushed with a requisite degree of spring force to enable the cover to disengage. The pathway which the electrical cord follows to access the interior of the apparatus is curved and non-linear so that it cannot be easily probed with a foreign object.

Abstract: The purpose of this invention is to provide a novel apparatus capable of suctioning a liquid from a container by using a vacuum. Simultaneously, the vacuum draws a second liquid from a separate source to fill a reservoir which forms part of the apparatus. Once the first liquid is drawn and the reservoir is filled with the second liquid, vacuum is disengaged by releasing a normally open vacuum control. Further disengaging of a normally closed reservoir control allows the second liquid to drain from the reservoir into the now empty container which formerly contained the first liquid. Use of this apparatus significantly eases the task of changing liquid culture mediums since the operator can now accomplish the task in essentially one step thereby minimizing potential contamination to the second liquid, the culture, and the environment.

Abstract: A stable mount for mounting a narrow bandwidth beam generating source such as a laser or electron beam. The mount places two such devices in substantially vertical alignment with each other. One of the sources is completely adjustable with respect to the other. The device is especially suitable for the imaging field where it is desired to couple two laser heads each having one or a multiple of individual laser beams. The laser heads formerly subjected to mechanical vibration and temperature induced drift, can now be precisely located, adjusted and stabilized one to the next. This allows for increased job throughput without sacrificing the fidelity or macroscopic quality of the resulting image. The device is also suitable for use in photo microlithography where precise alignment is critical.

Abstract: A multi-functional hand tool is provided having a handle portion to be held by a user. The handle portion is made to receive a plurality of different types of tool attachments. To secure these tool attachments, a plurality of slots are machined into an attachment portion of the hand tool. The attachment portion is simply a rigid element which can receive, retain and rigidly secure one of the tool attachments within one of the slots. The slots are sized differently to accommodate various marketed tool attachments, such as jig saw blades, reciprocating saw blades, utility knives, et. al. Further, putty knives, and striking implements can be made bearing a suitable tang for engaging one of the slots. The device is meant to be used as an all purpose sawing, cutting, scraping, spreading and striking implement which would replace a great deal of expensive tools commonly needed by apartment dwellers, students, and "do-it-yourselfers".

Abstract: A displaceable ballooning catheter for displacement off an occluding membrane within a patient's body. The device contains the normal inflow and outflow ports of typical catheters but in addition contains a fluid filled balloon that upon inflation will move away from a blood vessel wall thereby ensuring adequate flow into the catheter during hemodialysis. The balloon is adaptable to other methods of catheterization such as peritoneal dialysis and pressure monitoring because the balloon is capable of moving the catheter tip enough to situate the catheter in its optimum location for the procedure intended.

Abstract: Safety Trousers comprising two legs linked by a crotch. The trousers are chest high and include an upper chest part and a back part linked by adjustable shoulder straps. The safety trousers also include a strap, permanently affixed to the sides and back of the trousers but free from the sides to the front. The free ends of the straps are designed to be retained by a flap which serves to nonpermanently affix the strap in a configuration reminiscent of a belt. A tether is designed to be attached to the free ends of the strap. In the event of a dynamic force that would lift a wearer off his feet, the flaps would release and the dynamic force would act upon the individual's underarm region. This results in the individual remaining in an upright and relatively safe condition. The invention is especially suitable for the sailing and boating industry.

Abstract: A fluid sealing mechanism suitable for use in valves. This mechanism is capable of self aligning to ensure precise and repeatable sealing of the valve inlet to outlet. Sealing is accomplished by a plurality of standoffs on one surface which engage a plurality of corresponding grooves on another surface. Each standoff is independently adjustable in its height dimension in order to allow precise field adjustability of the sealing surfaces. This mechanism is suitable for use in pressure relief operations.