Abstract: This invention is a sanitary disposal system for human waste and organic garbage by aerobic composting combined with solar evaporative distillation for greywater. The aerobic composting reduces waste volume by ninety percent leaving water, carbon dioxide and a harmless but fertile ash by-product. Except for urine, the system essentially operates dry. No chemicals, septic system, or sewage treatment plant is required. There is no odor and no polluting discharged during operation. A nonsoiling toilet seat is provided so a dry toilet bowl may be used without the usual problems of cleaning. Insects are prevented from entering or leaving the system which is constantly aerated to assure that the composting process does not convert to anaerobic. The greywater system further enhances pollution control. This includes solar evaporative distillation to separate out solids which can be disposed of in a sanitary dump while the reclaimed water can be used for non-household purposes.

Abstract: This invention is a combination can crusher and exercise device. A spring loaded jaw means acts as an exerciser for the user thereof while at the same time being adaptable for use as a can crusher. The present invention has the additional feature of being self-adjustable for either short or tall cans, particularly cans of the beer and soft drink type.

Abstract: This invention is an improved distribution joint used in conjunction with septic tank absorption field systems. The invention more particularly divides and accurately controls the distribution of septic tank effluent into separate portions of the absorption fields while eliminating the buildup of flow disrupting sediment on the divider by providing a unique flow pattern thereover.

Abstract: A compact and simple to operate transceiving device used by law enforcement officers, security agents, military personnel and the like to prerecord an emergency message prior to leaving his vehicle. In an emergency situation, the apparatus will automatically affect transmission of the above message to a central station if the user did not return to his vehicle in a preset amount of time.

Abstract: This invention is an improved permanent wave cap which provides a means for preventing liquid run-offs from dripping down the face and neck of the person receiving the permanent. Also a means is provided for catching liquids for recycling them back over the head of the customer or person getting the permanent. Additionally a removable storage means is provided to receive curlers and to allow the same to be transported to a washing area for cleaning prior to reuse. Finally the improved permanent wave cape of the present invention is so designed that it can act as a cover or heat bag to prevent heat loss during the setting of the permanent prior to neutralization thereof.

Abstract: The present invention entails an apparatus for receiving and holding a medical fluid infusion device of the type having a main patient feed line that directs fluid to and into a patient and which further includes a plurality of feeding pig tails that branch and extend from the main patient feed line. In order to maintain the pig tails in an orderly and untangled state, the apparatus of the present invention basically comprises a board type support structure that is provided with a series of spaced apart channels formed across the upper surface of the board and designed and adapted to receive and hold the respective pig tails and the main patient feed line.

Abstract: This invention is a spring and valve skirt which can be retrofitted to existing engines as well as installed on new ones. This skirt slips over the valve stem and valve spring of an engine and in addition to other advantages greatly reduces exhaust emissions.

Abstract: The present invention entails an extremity debridement trough for receiving and holding an arm or leg extremity of a patient. A trough structure is supported by a mobile frame structure including an adjustable vertical member connected to the trough. The trough is pivotally mounted above one end area to said vertical member of said mobile frame structure and is movable from a generally horizontal operative position to an inoperative vertical position for storage or transport. A sterile field is provided by a disposable plastic liner held within said trough and formed into a funnel about a remote end of the trough. Used cleaning solution used in cleaning a wound on or about an extremity of a patient is allowed to drain from the formed funnel into an underlying container.

Abstract: This invention is a paint applicator with the normal handle portion terminating in either a finger configuration or a glove configuration to allow the bristle or applicator portion thereof to be more accurately and less tiringly manipulated.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for cleaning upholstery which involves minimal risk of dye bleeding and which is reasonably effective. The invention uses a hand-held applicator and a remote unit. A jet nozzle on the hand-held applicator sprays cleaning solution onto the upholstery. Secured adjacent to the jet nozzle is a brush which imparts mechanical energy to the upholstery and aids in cleaning. Disposed above the brush is a vacuum head that removes the cleaning solution from the upholstery. Air is induced into the vacuum head by a blower secured within the remote unit. The air effectively lifts the cleaning solution from the upholstery and carries the cleaning solution into the vacuum head. Once inside the vacuum head, the combined mixture of air and cleaning solution is directed through a hose into a recovery tank secured within the remote unit where the air and cleaning solution are separated.

Abstract: The present invention entails a coal demineralization and depyritization process which produces coal with extremely low mineral (ash) and pyrite contents. Essentially the present process calls for the chemical treatment of the coal surface first, followed by a physical separation step in which the minerals are separated from the coal. The chemical step comprises of subjecting and treating the coal surface with an alcohol composition such as methanol for a selected period of time and at a selected temperature within a reactor in the presence of an acid catalyst. This chemical step makes the coal surface non-polar mainly by reacting the alcoholic and carboxylic groups. In particular, this chemical step is designed to reduce the surface forces between the organic and inorganic phases and consequently facilitate the mineral separation. After the chemical treatment of the coal, actual separation of the minerals can be achieved by one of many conventional physical separation process.

Abstract: The present invention entails a method and apparatus for cleaning and maintaining large areas of low to medium pile carpet, such as is found in hotels, airports, etc. The invention employs a mobile carpet cleaning machine which is propelled over the carpet to be cleaned. The principal features of the carpet cleaning machine are an elongated cylindrical brush, a vacuum system with a floating vacuum head, and a blower. In operation the cylindrical brush is set into a rotating motion and engages the underlying carpet. A cleaning solution is sprayed onto the rotating brush which in turn transfers the solution onto the underlying carpet. The vacuum head then passes over the carpet directly behind the rotating brush. The blower pulls air through the vacuum head and the vacuum head effectively picks up a combined mixture of air and solution. This mixture of air and solution is pulled upwardly from the vacuum head into the top of a recovery tank.

Abstract: An arterial catheter of the multi-lumen type having an inflatable balloon portion to wedge the catheter in place against the arterial wall. Multi-infusions are allowed through the segmented multi-lumens. This catheter is so designed to allow blood to flow in the arterial system with the catheter in place. During diastolic phases, the blood flow will be closed off with movable plastic valves.

Abstract: This invention is an exhibiting means in the form of an upright member with a plurality of arms for posting memoranda, checks, lab reports, and the like. The support arms are secured to the upright in overlapping fashion and include a rib or strong back to hold the posted material attached to the arms outwardly so that each can be easily seen and accessed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ski rope handle assembly of the molded rubber type. The present invention is characterized by an external rope loop connection formed about each end of the handle that is offset from a fully closed finger protector sleeve. A pair of rope segments are wound about opposite ends of a ski rope handle in a continuous arcuate fashion so as to form external closed loops about each end of the handle adjacent to but not within the closed finger protector sleeves. The free end of the rope is merged with an intermediate segment of the rope just prior to extending forwardly through an opening formed in the finger protector sleeve. Thus, the rope loop formed is entirely external to the ski rope handle assembly and is offset from the finger protector sleeve.

Abstract: A portable ground insert signal indicator designed to be utilized by an individual to indicate his or her presence in a wooded or forested area and to direct others to his or her location. The signal indicator of the present invention comprises an elongated stake having a flag attached to an upper end portion thereof and a directional indicator pivotably attached to an intermediate portion of the stake. Also provided is a sleeve axially movable on said stake and movable between a closed position where the same encompasses and encloses the directional indicator and said flag and an open position where said directional indicator and said flag are exposed.

Abstract: This invention is a fluorescent light testing device. It is difficult to determine which fluorescent light or lights may be weak or on the verge of failing when a plurality of lights are disposed in the same general area. This is particularly true when the lights are of the overhead type and the higher the ceiling, the greater the problem. The present invention is a listening device on an extended boom type member to allow the user therof to readily determine which fluorescent lamp is humming thus indicating weakness or imminent failure so that the same can be replaced both to reduce energy use and to keep the lighting system at peak performance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for tanning which may be easily and conveniently used inside the home. The invention employs a tent structure which can be disassembled and stored in a small place and a conventional sunlamp. The interior surfaces of the tent structure are made of a reflective material. The sunlamp is positioned between the reflective surfaces. In use, a person lies in the interior of the structure below the sunlamp. The person receives direct ultraviolet rays from the sunlamp but in addition receives reflected multidirectional ultraviolet rays from the interior reflective surfaces. The reflected rays increase the surface of the skin which may be reached by ulraviolet rays thereby promoting a more even tan.