Abstract: This invention provides a method for alleviating the symptoms of arthritis in mammals which comprises orally administering a composition obtained by separating water-insoluble undenatured Type II collagen containing animal tissue from animal tissue not containing Type II collagen, subdividing and sterilizing said tissue under conditions which do not change the original structure of the Type II collagen, in an amount effective and for time effective to alleviate such symptoms.
Abstract: This invention provides a baby bathing apparatus adapted for use in divided sinks, single sinks and tubs comprising a generally rectangular reinforced open frame having four sides, a top surface and a bottom surface, an open, net-like non-absorbent fabric disposed within and attached to each side of said frame, said frame having four corners and having a removable leg attached approximate each of said corners on the bottom surface of said frame, said attachment being by means of self-locking snaps.
Abstract: An ignition activated automotive headlight system having a high beam circuit and a low beam circuit, the low beam circuit having a resistor in series connection therewith for daylight driving, the low beam circuit further having a photoelectrically operated by-pass circuit around the resistor, thereby permitting normal operation of the low beam circuit for nighttime driving.
Abstract: Organic contaminants are removed from water by microbial biodegradation in a stirred tank system having a powdered or granular media for biofilm support. A stirring impeller maintains the media suspension, provides a shear force to remove excess biomass from media particles and is adjustable to provide an optimal biofilm thickness.
Abstract: This invention provides a composition useful as an edible supplement for alleviating the symptoms of arthritis for oral consumption by mammals, said composition comprising animal tissue containing water-insoluble Type II collagen, which has been separated from non-Type II collagen containing tissue and has been sterilized in subdivided form without changing the original structure of the Type II collagen.
Abstract: This invention provides a method of preparing animal tissue containing water-insoluble undenatured Type II collagen for use in treating autoimmune arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Abstract: This invention provides a fishing scent delivery apparatus comprising a closed outer vessel having an inflatable wall and an inner chamber disposed therein, the inner chamber comprising a body having an inlet-outlet port passing through the wall of the outer vessel and being sealed thereto, the inner chamber having at least one aperture therein communicating between the inner chamber and the outer vessel.
Abstract: This invention provides a therapeutic pill comprising animal tissue containing a therapeutic amount of Type II collagen and a method of preparing animal tissue containing Type II collagen for treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis in humans.
Abstract: This invention provides medical devices commonly accessed by syringes, said devices being characterized by comprising a cleanable, leakless built-in friction-fitting inlet-outlet port, said port being in the shape of the frustum of a cone, said frustum having a base and a top, said base being broader than said top, said frustum comprising a generally annular centrally disposed passageway extending therethrough and connecting with and in operative communication with a generally tubular neck at said base.
Abstract: This invention provides a surface mounted collapsible mooring cleat and a housing that is routed and adapted to contain a fixed pin and a collapsed mooring cleat. The cleat comprises a top portion having generally opposed extending arms, and a bottom portion mounted on the pin and being rotatable about the pin whereby the cleat may be rotated from a non-use position within the housing to a use position extending above the housing.
Abstract: This invention provides a front-loaded washer comprising a top panel and a washer tub adapted to rotate on a horizontal axis, wherein at least a portion of the top panel of the washer comprises a tank, the tank being adapted for storing water from a desired rinse cycle and returning the stored water to the tub for use in a wash cycle.
Abstract: This invention provides a portable jig-saw puzzle work board comprising a rectangular, four-sided open frame having a fitted bottom interior work surface and a removable fitted transparent shatter-proof window that is securely and releasably positionable relative to the work surface such that puzzle pieces are held in place on the work surface when the window is in place and the position of the work board is changed.
Abstract: This invention relates to an improved automatic processing system and process for handling delicate objects in a controlled, low particulate atmosphere, and an improved method for constructing such apparatus. This system is particularly useful in the wet processing of semiconductor wafers, integrated circuits and similar delicate electronic devices. This invention also relates to semiconductor wafers, integrated circuits and similar delicate electronic devices produced by the above processing system and process.
Abstract: A blade for an arrow broadhead wherein each tooth of a serrated cutting edge is pointed toward the point of the broadhead and each tooth is sharpened.
Abstract: This invention provides a paint stripping composition comprising N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone and lower alkyl ethers of propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol. The composition does not include any toluene, halogenated hydrocarbons, acids, caustics or waxes and is not harmful to a wide variety of substrates.
Abstract: This invention provides a fishing scent delivery system comprising an inflatable bladder, a means for instilling a fishing scent material in said bladder under pressure and a means for allowing said fishing scent material to be released in the vicinity of a fishing lure at a desired, controlled rate.
Abstract: This invention provides an auxiliary side view mirror module comprising a casing configured to slidably fit over at least a portion of a mounted side view mirror and wherein the casing is supported on the side view mirror by sliding opposed channel sections over opposed edges of the side view mirror mounting, the casing including an auxiliary mirror supported alongside and co-planar with the side view mirror and further including means adapted to adjust the casing to fit side view mirror housings of different depths or thicknesses and to reduce vibrations.
Abstract: The present invention provides a feeding tube adapter for enteral feeding tubes that comprises a central passageway having an exit port having an inside diameter smaller than the exit port inside diameter of an enteral feeding tube and constructed to provide a Venturi effect on material passing through the adapter thereby inhibiting blockage when feeding formulas or medications are infused therein. The adapter is advantageously constructed in the form of a Y-Port for ease of irrigating.
Abstract: A combination bow hoist and arrowhead wrench comprising a flexible cord securely attached to a substantially rigid body having means to compactly and securely store the flexible cord, means for securely holding a bow for raising the bow to an elevated position and wrench means for attaching arrowheads to arrow shafts.
Abstract: The present invention provides a Jejunocath comprising a novel removable surgical fixed pad adapted to be fastened to the bowel wall and to the anterior abdominal wall, thereby holding the catheter in place and preventing leaking from the bowel into the peritoneal cavity. The invention also provides a unique adapter that inhibits catheter blockage of undissolved medications and feeding formulas, provides for ease of removal of trapped undissolved matter in the adapter and for high adhesion in the connection between the adapter and catheter, thereby preventing leaks and unintended removal of a universal "Y" port from the catheter.