Abstract: An illuminated shifter linkage apparatus for coupling the shifter pedal and the transmission of a motorcycle includes an inner rod having a plurality of light-emitting elements seated within a corresponding set of inner rod apertures, and an open-ended outer hollow shaft into which the inner rod is received. When fully assembled, the light-emitting elements align with the corresponding apertures in the outer hollow shaft to facilitate the passage of light through the shaft apertures, thereby providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance and enhancing the visibility of the motorcycle at night and in poorly lit areas.

Abstract: A laser perforator for perforating skin of a patient and obtaining of blood samples consists of laser light source for producing an output laser beam, a focusing arrangement for focusing the output laser beam at a skin area selected for perforation, a guiding arrangement, a power supply unit and a retaining arrangement for retaining the skin area. The retaining arrangement is formed to intensify blood circulation in the skin area selected for perforation.

Abstract: An apparatus for heat generation includes a vessel having a working chamber with a flow of working fluid passing therethrough. A source of pulsed light and a light-reflecting surface wettable by the working fluid are situated within the working chamber. A thermal energy is released into the working polar fluid by the pulsed light irradiation of the working fluid in the vicinity of the light-reflecting surface. The released thermal energy is continuously removed from the vessel by the flow of working fluid.

Abstract: A manual pick-up device includes a housing having a handle at one end, a fixed upper jaw at an opposite end, and a longitudinally extending shank extending therebetween. A movable jaw member is pivotally supported within the housing and extends outwardly through a housing opening to enable cooperation with the fixed upper jaw. A spring-biased actuating trigger is connected to the movable lower jaw by a connection element such that manual actuation of the trigger toward the handle urges the closing of the movable jaw against the fixed upper jaw, so as to enable an operator to grasp an object between the upper and lower jaws of the device.

Abstract: A system for deployment of a vacuum-packed inflatable structure includes a primary cylinder with a primary valve that can be opened under a primary applied force for discharging a primary pressurized fluid into the inflatable structure. A first connecting arrangement extends between the primary valve and an inflatable actuator bag. A secondary cylinder has a secondary valve movable under a secondary applied force for discharging a secondary pressurized fluid into the inflatable actuator bag. With this arrangement, application of the secondary force to the secondary valve causes the secondary cylinder to inflate the inflatable actuator bag. This in turn causes the first connecting arrangement to open the primary value with the primary applied force and inflate the inflatable structure.

Abstract: An arrangement for deployment of an inflatable structure consisting of a pressurized container, a cable and a cable guide block. At least one conduit extends within the cable guide block. The cable is positioned for guided movement within the conduit. Such guided movement of the cable within the conduit under the applied pull force causes activation of the pressurized container and inflation of the inflatable structure by the pressurized fluid.

Abstract: An aspirator assembly for enabling rapid inflation of evacuation slides and life rafts is configured for direct attachment to the inflatable article. The aspirator assembly comprises an open-ended body housing, a nozzle arrangement for introducing a pressurized fluid into the aspirator and toward a pair of counter-rotating impeller arrangements. The counter-rotating impeller arrangements allow for minimizing the internal forces to enable the stable mounting of the aspirator to the inflatable article without causing damage to the article material during operation.

Abstract: An apparatus for voice-activated control of an electrical device comprises a receiving arrangement for receiving audio data generated by user. A vioce recognition arrangement is provided for determining whether the received audio data is a command word for controlling the electrical device. The voice recognition arrangement includes a microprocessor for comparing the received audio data with voice recognition data previously stored in the voice recognition arrangement. The voice recognition arrangment generates at least one control signal based on the comparison when the comparison reaches a predetermined threshold value. A power control controls power delivered to the electrical device. The power control is responsive to at least one control signal generated by the voice recognition arrangement for operating the electrical device in response to the at least one audio command generated by the user.

Abstract: The invention provides a leakproof sealing system for an eyewash delivery apparatus that extends shelf life of sterile or preserved irrigant solution and is tamper evident. The sealing system has a cap that is positioned over an eye-cup. The boss extends from the cap and surrounds a plurality of spray nozzles. The seal is located adjacent the spray nozzles and is compressively held against the nozzles by a plurality of arms situated within the boss.

Abstract: An inflatable evacuation device includes an inflatable slide portion and an inflatable arch-shaped support portion for supporting the inflatable slide portion. The inflatable slide portion has a support frame with a first inflatable elongate beam and a second inflatable elongate beam spaced from the first inflatable elongate beam. A floor extends between the first and second inflatable elongate beams and is constructed of a flexible material. The inflatable arch-shaped support portion comprising first and second inflatable curved beams connected to the inflatable slide portion such that forces generated at least at a central region of the inflatable slide portion are transferred to the curved beams to thereby support at least the central region.

Abstract: A medical device consists of a sacral panel, an abdominal panel and first and second trocanteric pad assemblies positioned therebetween. The sacral panel is adjustably connected to each of the first and second trocanteric pad assemblies by posterior connecting elements. The abdominal panel is adjustably connected to each of the first and second trocanteric pad assemblies by anterior adjusting elements. Upon positioning of the device on a body of a patient, tightening of the anterior adjusting elements generates inwardly directed pressure exerted by the device on a pelvic region of the user.

Abstract: A device for collecting and storing a sample from relatively hard or loose products includes a container having an open end and a sample collection unit. The sample collection unit has a cap adapted to close the container open end, a handle extending rearwardly from the cap, and a coring scoop extending forwardly from the cap. The coring scoop is sized to fit within the container when closed by the cap. The coring scoop includes a pair of spaced side walls that are integrally joined by a curved connecting wall with a center of curvature to form an open channel into which a sample is received during sample collection. The handle comprises first and second I-beams extending rearwardly from the cap and intersecting each other along a longitudinal axis that is coincident with the center of curvature to thereby form a plurality of torque arms that extend radially from the axis.

Abstract: In a method for traffic monitoring, data related to a traffic situation is measured. A picture of a traffic scene related to the traffic situation is generated on a photographic film. The data is recorded on the photographic film by converting the data to a first set of binary energizing signals which is energizing recording arrangements, so as to generate a numeric or alphanumeric representation of the data on the film in a first recording field thereof. The data is converted to a second set of binary energizing signals which energizes a recording arrangement, so as to generate a neither numeric nor alphanumeric pattern on the film in a second recording field.

Abstract: An apparatus for electrolytic production of magnesium includes a plurality of upright anode elements interspread with a plurality of cathode elements situated within at least one electrolysis compartment. At least one section, defined between two adjacent anodes and having an elongated loading inlet, is provided for receiving and melting of a substantially solid raw material. A gas discharging outlet is formed for discharging of chlorine gas developed at the plurality of anodes. A baffle is supported by the receiving anodes in the vicinity of the gas discharging outlet. The baffle prevents direct flow of a mixture of chlorine gas and fine dust particles resulted from loading of the solid raw material between the section and gas discharging outlet.

Abstract: An article-carrying apparatus is provided for attachment to a mobile walker having a frame including at least one generally horizontal frame member supported by one or more generally vertical depending legs. The carrier includes a front panel, a rear panel a pair of opposed side panels and a base panel having integral connecting units enabling the panels to be snap-fitted together during assembly. The side panels have integral brace members adapted for being secured to the vertical depending walker legs. The side panels include inverted U-shaped handles sized and shaped for being pivotally carried on the generally horizontal frame member.

Abstract: An apparatus for heat generation includes a vessel having a working chamber with a flow of working fluid passing therethrough. A source of pulsed light and a light-reflecting surface wettable by the working fluid are situated within the working chamber. A thermal energy is released into the working polar fluid by the pulsed light irradiation of the working fluid in the vicinity of the light-reflecting surface. The released thermal energy is continuously removed from the vessel by the flow of working fluid.