Abstract: A lockset of the type having a bolt reciprocal from and to a door edge by an operating mechanism including a crank hub and locks at opposite door faces has tubular torque blades between the locks and crank hub for transmitting rotative motion from the locks to the crank hub and ultimately to the bolt for the bolt reciprocations. Both of the torque blades have tubular inner ends of D-shaped cross section with one extending axially a major part of a crank hub D-shaped cross section axial opening and telescoping the other within the crank hub. Outer enlarged tubular ends of the torque blades are telescoped by ends of lock plugs of the respective locks and have partially circumferentially extending slots formed therein receiving radial tongues of washer-like members positioned circumferentially over the lock plug ends. Thus, the torque blade inner ends are single position, rotative drive connected to the crank hub and outer ends thereof are lost motion drive connected to the locks.

Abstract: Telescoped inlet and outlet tubes having a valve between upper extremities thereof are each formed with end telescoped, upper and lower parts, the tube upper parts being assembled movable together and the tube lower parts being assembled movable together for simultaneously increasing and decreasing the respective tube end telescoping to selectively change the overall height of the ball cock. Positive securement in a height adjusted position against straight vertical relative movement is obtained by positive radial interengagement between the outlet tube parts with either selective relative rotation or selective release of the interengagement with re-engagement providing the height adjustment. An upper main case covers the valve assembly and an inner end of a float connected valve actuating lever projects into the upper main case to a case slot, being pivoted therein and operably connected to the valve.

Abstract: A preferably plastic film flower sleeve has side edge heat sealed front and back panels tapering inwardly in downward extension providing upper and lower open ends. Each panel has a centralized nonperforated area which increases progressively in transverse width during its downward progression bordered by transversely opposite perforated groups decreasing correspondingly in transverse width during downward progression, the perforated groups also being defined by nonperforated upper and lower end portions. A flower sleeve may be rearwardly rack suspended and forwardly hand suspended during insertion of a flower bunch downwardly therein, the flower bunch stems being maintained forwardly aligned with the progressively increasing nonperforated areas to avoid snagging and the stems ultimately projecting from the sleeve lower end while the increased size flowers of the bunch automatically transversely expand the sleeve perforated groups.

Abstract: An elongated cylinder having a hollow cylindrical extension member received press fit in a discharge open end thereof normally receives an elongated plunger in an opposite receiving open end with said plunger having a piston-like end within the cylinder selectively slideable along the cylinder to dispense fish bait of putty-like consistency from the cylinder through the extension member. The cylinder preferably has a uniform outer cylindrical surface except for an annular, outwardly projecting portion at the plunger receiving end thereof and a finger gripping ring is telescoped over the cylinder outer surface selectively slideable therealong movable to the cylinder plunger receiving end against the outwardly projecting portion for normal bait dispensing use of the cylinder and plunger, but movable to the cylinder discharge end for removal of the plunger from the cylinder and insertion of the cylinder plunger receiving end into a supply of fish bait to fill the same.

Abstract: This invention relates to a vehicle guidance system where the vehicles incorporate wheels having tires thereupon to follow a track of predetermined cross-section. The vehicle is provided with sensors to continuously sense the lateral location of the vehicle relative to the cross-section of the track and the yaw angle of the vehicle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the track. A modulator receives the output of the sensor to drive the steering system of the vehicle in order to correct for deviations of the vehicle from its predetermined relationship with the track contour.

Abstract: An essentially closed hollow body of the float receives liquid in a lower portion for ballast and air in an upper portion for floatation with a vertical guide sleeve therethrough being offset at one side of the hollow interior slightly spaced inwardly of a part of the body sidewall. A liquid and air flow opening is formed through the body sidewall part horizontally centered relative to the guide sleeve so that flow paths are created segregated approximately one half around either side of the guide sleeve. By arcuately forming the body interior and the guide sleeve, not only are the flow paths smoothly arcuate, but the circuitous nature thereof muffles echoing sounds created within the hollow body from passing outwardly of the body through the flow opening.

Abstract: The skeleton discharge mechanism receives the leading edge portion of scrap skeleton sheets one at a time from a press at an entrance portion of a support surface exactly positioned by the press relative to a pick-up station and transversely spaced pairs of engagement members move partially upwardly through the support surface on a timed basis to engage the sheet leading edge through press formed part openings. The engagement members are secured to chains constantly moving over sets of sprockets along closed paths and after engaging the sheet leading edge move longitudinally along the support surface to a surface exit portion pulling or dragging the sheet through the mechanism.

Abstract: A crimping tool, for crimping eyelets or deforming hollow, male rivet fasteners, having a plier-like configuration. Opposed jaws with handles and linkage for movement of the jaws towards and away from each other is provided whereby a metal fastener is deformed into a fastening position. One of the jaws, in one embodiment, carries a platen surface against which one end of the fastener abuts while the opposed jaw carries a pin forming member which is received in the hollow tubular portion of the fastener and which is subsequently deformed or cold formed to form a locking, retaining collar or flange. In another embodiment, the crimping tool is provided with a dual pin forming jaw and a dual eyelet or fastener may be acted upon in a single operation of the crimping tool.

Abstract: A simple plate-like tool, having a U-shaped slot in one end thereof with means for positioning a handle for rotative movement of the tool once the tool has been positioned between adjacent windings of a helical spring, which by rotation of the tool, compresses or decompresses the tool in an easy and efficient manner.

Abstract: The latch operating spindle is of the type requiring the exact same specific positioning orientation with the latch regardless of the latch side at which the latch operating device is mounted and the spindle is connected to its latch operating device normally operable partially rotatable by the operating device in a normal engaged position, but selectively movable along its rotational axis against compression spring urging to a freely rotatable position in which the spindle may be reversely repositioned adapting it for the alternate positioning use. The mechanism of the latch operating device is preferably thumb lever actuated and includes a slideable rack selectively directly moved by the thumb lever operably engaged with a rotatable pinion.

Abstract: A uniquely configured and constructed light diffuser device which is versatile in the sense that it is easily associated with various light sources ubiquitously found in the photographic field wherein the diffuser has a myriad of light diffusing and reflecting capabilities because of the ability to diffuse or reflect light selectively. The device is easily handled and positionable into an erect or collapsed position for ease of transport and association with a light source. The device utilizes diffusing segments or panels which are alterable independent of each other in order to vary lighting patterns associated with photographic objects. The device is lightweight and collapsible for ease of asportation and finds unique applicability in the photography field wherein it is desired to achieve and attain various lighting characteristics.

Abstract: Panel constructions comprising wall or ceiling panels of, for example, fire resistive material such as gypsum board wherein at least one of the lateral edges of one panel has secured thereto a female mounting member and at least one opposed lateral edge of a second panel has secured thereto a male mounting member. The female mounting member has opposed flanges which receive therebetween opposed surfaces adjacent the lateral edge of the panel and is provided with a central elongate channel for making engagement with a like panel to which has been secured the male mounting member. The male mounting member also comprises a channel-like member secured along the edge wherein opposed flanges receive an intermediate portion of the panel and wherein a protuberance or projecting tongue is received in nesting relationship in the channel of the female member. A covering of vinyl or other decorative material, textured paint or other finish is applied to one surface of each of the panels.

Abstract: A packaging wrapper having a stretchable net-like wrapper member conforming to a hollow, substantially sheath-like configuration having an article receiving opening bounded by an edge of the member to which is secured an elastic cord for yieldably contracting the edge circumferentially in such a way that the wrapper is adapted to be placed about and resiliently grip an article to be packaged. One disclosed embodiment is a cap-like cover for an article container, such as a produce box. Another disclosed embodiment has a tubular configuration with open ends for receiving an article, such as a produce article, to be packaged, and an elastic cord secured to at least one open end of the member for contracting the end about the article.

Abstract: Face sheets preferably formed of thin sheet aluminium are spaced apart with at least one having a horizontally recessed message pocket preferably debossed therein. A magnet, preferably magnetic tape, is mounted at the interior face of the message pocket selectively removably retaining a message plate preferably of steel positioned in the message pocket by magnetic force. The space between the face sheets is preferably foam filled with the foam covering the magnet.

Abstract: A shock absorber, in an exemplary embodiment, especially suited for motorcycles and the like characterized as being fabricated of a minimum number of components assembled in a manner which permits rebuilding of worn components and wherein selected variable dampening is obtained through the provision of external adjustment device for varying the degree of dampening. The adjustability features allow for variable jounce and rebound factors to accommodate both normal and severe driving conditions and to permit compensation thereof, all without dismantling or demounting of the shock absorber from the vehicle with which it is associated. Adjustment in one instance comprises metering the hydraulic fluid and in the other instance varying the disposition of the main compression spring. Structure on the body of the shock absorber is provided to dissipate heat thereby increasing the quality of performance of the shock absorber during jounce and rebound conditions.

Abstract: A lifting and support system for heavy reels of wire or cable, wherein the apparatus utilized for obtaining positioning of the reel for easy unwinding or uncoiling of wire or cable that is wound on said reel, is rugged in construction, simple to use, and of low manufacturing cost. The system involves the placement, of an axle, shaft or horizontal support, which may be one continuous length or two shorter lengths, positioned through or on the lateral sides of the reel to provide means whereby, through a simplified hoist mechanism, one side of the reel may be lifted off the ground or floor surface at a time. Once one side of the reel is in elevated position, the hoist mechanism permits pivotal or arcuate movement of the reel so as to position the reel for subsequent wire or cable pulling.

Abstract: A valve seat of an integrated valve seat and closure member assembly is secured by waterproof sealant over the upper end of a flush valve seat portion in a flush tank, the waterproof sealant preferably constituting the sole support for the integrated assembly in the flush tank. The closure member is hingedly connected to the valve seat through a rigid frame which is partially removably telescoped by a resilient material closure portion thereby mounting the closure portion of the closure member hingedly movable downwardly toward and upwardly away from a sealing position with the valve seat. An outwardly depending C-shaped leg on the closure portion of the closure member which inwardly telescopes the closure member frame provides a lower, relatively flat, sealing surface for sealing downwardly against the valve seat in the closure member sealing position.

Abstract: A 360.degree. volute, radial inflow turbine housing has the housing chamber inlet and housing chamber with a radial divider extending circumferentially of the housing chamber for between approximately 180.degree. and 300.degree. dividing the housing chamber into axially adjacent parts for the extent of the divider which ultimately opens circumferentially into a common chamber part extending circumferentially over the remainder of the housing chamber. All of the housing chamber divided and common parts communicate generally radially inwardly to a generally central turbine wheel location.

Abstract: An amusement and educational audiovisual device consisting of what is commonly referred to in the art as a talking book and a playback device adapted to be utilized in conjunction with a plurality of different talking books. The talking book of the invention is of book-like appearance and includes a front cover and such printed material as may be necessary to convey the visual message intended. Appended to the front cover and printed material is the back portion of the talking book which consists of a tape container. The tape container is provided with an opening therein adapted to receive the transducer head and capstan of the playback device and is of such simple construction as to be usable by very young or handicapped children. Various types of biasing means are provided in the alternative embodiments of the talking book and playback device to insure registry of the tape with the transducer head and capstan drive of the playback device.

Abstract: A rotatable first roll end holder has diametrically opposed pins radially surrounded and projecting axially from radial surfaces except at pin inner radial extremities where a recess extends radially between the pins and opens axially toward the roll to be supported. The recess preferably also opens radially at opposite sides of the first holder. A second roll end holder may consist of merely a central projection so that a roll of toweling may be supported between said holders by simultaneous axially engagement of the pins and central projection. When sufficient toweling is dispensed from the roll to the pin inner radial extremities, the roll is released radially by the pins and pivots about the second holder projection through the first holder recess for ultimate complete disengagement from the holder.