Abstract: An illuminated article of adornment, such as jewelry, having a conductor loop, a magnetically connectable clasp housing a removable battery, and a medallion having internal light emitting diode (“LED”). The clasp consists of two magnetically connectable clasp components, at least one of which is adapted with an interior chamber for containing a battery power source. Each clasp component includes a vertex end connected to an electrical conductor, and a magnetically attractable base. At least one of the clasp components contains a magnet thereby allowing the clasp components to be magnetically connectable in base-to-base relation without requiring precise manual alignment. No further mechanical connection is required. Once connected the clasp completes an electrical circuit resulting in the illumination of an LED electrically connected to the necklace opposite the clasp portion. The LED is preferably connected to or embedded within a crystal to enhance the illumination effect.

Abstract: A mechanical actuator for attachment to a conventional aerosol can to allow for holding the can with a comfortable handle and controlled dispensing of substances, such as spray paint, using a trigger-type actuator. The device further includes a quick can loading and unloading system including a resilient band that facilitates rapid hands free unloading and one hand loading of aerosol cans. A manual actuator is provided to selectively stretch the band to facilitate loading (and unloading) of aerosol cans. Relaxing the manual actuator allows the resilient band move into constricted engagement with the can.

Abstract: A method, a combined cellular, PDA communication device and system having specialized software applications for allowing a plurality of combined cellular phone/PDA device users to monitor each others' locations and status, to initiate cellular phone calls by touching a symbol on the touch screen display with a stylus which can also include point to call conferencing calling. Each participant's cellular phone/PDA device includes a GPS navigation receiver with application software for point to call cellular phone initiation to participants and geographical entities including vehicles, persons or events, conference calls and video transfers.

Abstract: A cellular, PDA communication device and communication system for allowing a plurality of cellular phone users to monitor each others' locations and status, to initiate cellular phone calls by touching a symbol on the touch screen display with a stylus which can also include point to call conferencing calling. Each participant's cellular phone PDA device includes GPS navigation receiver with application software for point to call cellular phone initiation to participants and geographical entities including vehicles, persons or events, conference calls and video transfers. The method and system also includes automatic shifting from GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO to SMS when any of the cellular phones in the communication network is in the voice mode and in use and for automatic shifting back to GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO upon completion of the voice phone call.

Abstract: A composition and method for breaking down and denaturing friction-reducing compound introduced into the ground during the drilling of oil wells and for destroying other contaminants and biohazards naturally present within and artificially introduced into oil wells, which are formed as a result of the drilling and pumping processes. The composition comprises several species of oxidizing agent compounds that are effective in breaking down hydrogen sulfide produced by bacteria as well as the friction-reducing polymer used during drilling and several other organic compounds.

Abstract: A primary container (PC) cap or closure that includes a separate fastener for a separate inner container (IC). A liquid, powder or crystal is stored in the inner container ready for use. One purpose of the invention is to provide two separate containers mounted together with different ingredients for admixture at the time of use. This increases the shelf-life of the combined products.

Abstract: A top down trap lock shingle system that includes a plurality of identical shingles, each shingle having a bottom layer, an intermediate layer permanently attached to the bottom layer along the intermediate layer top edge forming a pocket between the bottom layer and the intermediate layer and a top layer permanently attached to said intermediate layer and permanently attached to said top edge of said bottom layer forming an extended tab along the top of the shingle that includes strips of adhesive and said bottom layer having an enlarged nailing or stapling zone that extends beyond the bottom edge of the intermediate layer, said attachment flange including a top adhesive layer and a bottom adhesive layer. The shingles are trapped and locked by inserting the top tab portion of the top area in a top down manner onto an above shingle row staggered to protect the seams and fastening the bottom edge of the shingle to the plywood roof thus trap locking each of the shingle rows in place.

Abstract: An electric engine having four drive mechanisms, four piston coil systems that fire ninety degrees (90°) apart and cause a previously fired piston coil system to return to its original position when another piston is subsequently fired and four crank systems, wherein each drive mechanism comprises a metallic T-yoke, ring-shaped magnet, metallic hollowed cylinder; each piston coil system comprises a wire coil, coil ring/slab and non-metallic spacer/coil-rod-connector; and each crank system comprises a drive rod, crank rod, guide plate/rod guide, guide plate housing, crank system housing, non-metallic gasket and crankshaft.

Abstract: A passive air induction system for boats that includes a wedge member and air induction tubes. The system is installed within the propeller tunnel of high-speed planing vessels to reduce or eliminate noise and vibration caused by cavitation vortices created by rotation of the propeller blades. The air induction tubes include air inlets that receive ambient air, which is delivered to the wedge member to be released from a plurality of distribution slots on the wedge member as air bubbles. The air bubbles released from the distribution slots provide a cushioning effect against contact between the cavitation vortices and the vessel hull, thereby reducing vibration and noise that has been heretofore common at high speeds in planing vessels.

Abstract: A controller for an electric propulsion system for watercraft that provides for speed, steering and direction of propulsion with a single stick mechanism. The position of the joystick handle relative to the center position will define speed (deflection from center position), steering (angle position of the deflection relative to the stick access), and propulsion direction based upon the quadrant deflection in the angular position and the angle position of that deflection. The present control system includes an all electric wire connection between the controller and the electric motors eliminating any mechanical connections.

Abstract: A hurricane shutter escape mechanism for allowing fast and easy removal of conventional hurricane shutters from a window or door of a structure in the event of an emergency. The device comprises a release member, an anchor, a removable stud for engaging and securing the hurricane shutters, and a spring-actuated panel fastener that includes a leaf spring to engage and hold the removable stud in position. The release member includes a slot having a small aperture to hold the stud in position and a large aperture to release the stud from the anchor. From inside the building, the release member is pushed down to release the hurricane shutters so that the occupants of a structure can escape during an emergency, such as a fire. From outside the building, a rescuer can depress the leaf spring to remove the spring-actuated panel fastener, and thereby, also remove the hurricane shutter panel.

Abstract: A modular vehicle cable system for adapting military vehicles with the MILES 2000 Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System used by the United States Armed Forces and other armed forces around the world for training purposes is disclosed. A modular vehicle cable system is provided to allow the user the ability to troubleshoot, remove, and replace certain sections of the system quicker and easier than previously allowed. The design also allows for the installation of additional systems with only minor modifications. The modular vehicle cable system not only makes a cable system more reliable through inherent design, but also allows the user the ability to remove and replace a specific portion of a cable system without disrupting the other systems associated with a cable system. The modular nature of the cable system reduces maintenance and repair times by enabling rapid diagnosis and replacement of defective cable components and sections thereby maximizing training exercises by minimizing vehicle down time.

Abstract: A cognitive stimulating sterilizing device for providing visual, tactile and, or audible stimulation for infants while selectively sterilize select items and the surrounding ambient, including a housing adapted for removable connection to cribs, changing tables and similar furniture, ultraviolet light generating source in the housing for sanitizing items in the housing when closed and the ambient when opened, audio source and compartments for holding and storing select items. The housing may include reflective and, or transparent surfaces for directing, reflecting and, or passing ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A fuel vent recovery system for collecting and retaining fuel discharged through a fuel vent of a vessel. The system includes a hull-side fuel vent fitting, an annular elastomer seal, and a recovery container. The annular elastomer seal has an outer wall that is bifurcated by a groove to form two parallel annular flanges. The annular flanges and groove are fitted over and engage the wall of an aperture of the recovery container. The annular seal includes an inner wall that contacts a complementary seal interface surface of the fuel vent fitting. The annular seal is fitted around the fuel vent fitting. The recovery container is attached to the annular seal and thus sealed to the fuel vent fitting. The system prevents fuel discharged through the vessel's fuel vent from spilling into and contaminating the surrounding environment.

Abstract: A muzzle brake includes three primary structural components, namely a main body, a baffle, and an end cap. The components are preferably integrally fabricated into a single piece device, or alternatively may be fabricated separately and assembled. A muzzle brake in accordance with the present invention comprises a generally cylindrical muzzle brake assembly attachable to the muzzle end of a firearm. The muzzle brake assembly forms two expansion chambers, each of which is bounded by a peripheral sidewall defining opposing left and right vent apertures and a converging end wall. The end walls define axially aligned openings sized slightly larger than the diameter of the projectile for allowing the projectile to pass from the firearm muzzle, through the muzzle brake, and onward down the target line toward the intended target. The first chamber defines opposing left and right vent apertures for venting gases generally upward and rearward to reduce muzzle jump.

Abstract: An electrical device for automatically combining two input power source supply circuits with either aligned or unaligned phases, into a single operational circuit, with an output load capacity totaling approximately the sum of the two lower capacity power supply circuits. The device and adapters, through a series of coupled relays and contactors, incorporates internal circuitry and components which sense the phase relationship and alignment of the supply circuits, and depending upon conditions chooses the correct path, and automatically connects the supply circuits to the load circuit without the need of manual switches, or additional adapters.

Abstract: A method and system for advertising that includes preparing a band that includes printed indicia around a pillow in a hotel or the like that includes promotional benefits to the customer that would conventionally replace a typical chocolate placed on the pillow.