Abstract: This invention is a tamper-resistant enclosure for a coin-operated vending apparatus and the like wherein the locking device is fixedly attached to and mounted internally of the enclosure making it less vulnerable to theft and vandalism. The locking mechanism includes a ring-shaped hanging lock that is attached by weldment to an interior end wall of the enclosure. The lock is positioned in substantial alignment with an aperture in the front end wall to permit operation of the lock from the exterior of the enclosure by a key. The top cover includes an integrally formed locking flange which passes through a slotted opening in the end wall adjacent the lock such that the lock is positioned in an operative relationship with an aperture in the locking flange when the slideable top is in a closed position enabling the enclosure to be secured. The enclosure is adaptable to use for vending any suitable consumer product or to any application where a secure, corrosion-resistant enclosure is desired.

Abstract: A scanner guide for attachment to a pre-existing bar code scanner wand to enable such a wand to read bar coded labels disposed on a cylindrical surface of a relatively small diameter such as containers used for the collection of medical specimens. The scanner guide includes a cylindrical pin having a mounting base for positioning the same in generally parallel relation to a center axis of the scanner wand at a predetermined distance therefrom based upon the diameter of the cylindrical containers whereon the bar coded labels are disposed. A bottom surface of the mounting base is shaped to conform to the contour of the wand whereon it is to be mounted. In such an arrangement the scanner wand is held at a proper disposition in relation to the bar coded label as it is passed in a longitudinal direction over the same on the cylindrical surface.

Abstract: A flashing motorcycle brake light enhancement system including a plurality of super bright light emitting diode (LED) modules which signal the driver of a following vehicle to slow down to avoid a rear-end collision. The application of the motorcycle's brake supplies input current to a plurality of (LED) modules via a flasher unit and connected wiring. The flashing circuit is controlled by a single, blinking light emitting diode, which is operated in combination with a resistor matched to a relay coil, to actuate a mechanical relay, which passes full battery voltage to the (LED) modules. In one embodiment the flashing (LED) modules are contained within weather-resistant housings which are attached in symmetrical arrangement and externally of the rear-mounted motorcycle brake light housing.

Abstract: An improved gravity feeder for poultry and domestic animals which will dispense variable quantities of feed depending upon the dietary requirements of the particular fowl or animal is disclosed. The gravity feeder includes a generally cylindrical feed storage hopper having top and bottom openings mounted on an underlying circular feed tray having an upwardly projecting conical surface and an upwardly extending peripheral side wall wherein feed is dispensed for consumption. The feed tray includes a plurality of hopper support pads disposed at regular angular intervals about the conical surface of the tray coincident with a diameter of the hopper so as to provide adequate support for the same when disposed in functional relation to the feed tray.

Abstract: This invention is an improved temporary guard rail system for use by residential and commercial builders on construction sites in those areas of building structures where an accidental fall may result in serious bodily injury. In particular, the temporary guard rail system of the present invention includes a plurality of upright stanchions having mounting brackets integrally formed or attached thereto that are connected by a plurality of vertically spaced, generally horizontal side rails extending end to end. The vertically spaced side rails are adapted for 360 degree rotational movement in both horizontal and vertical planes. In addition, the tubular guard rails are fabricated in a plurality of sections that may be slideably engaged, one inside another, to provide a telescoping adjustment of length.

Abstract: This invention is a means for storing kinetic energy for later use as a driving force. This is accomplished through the use of an elastomeric member that can be multi-strand if desired, trained over a plurality of offset pulleys mounted on a pair of parallely disposed support shafts. One end of the elastomeric member is tethered and the other end is connected to a low stretch member which is trained onto a take-up reel. This reel through a remotely controlled clutch is connected to a gear box that is in turn connected to a drive source such as ground engaging wheels. A separate power source can also be connected to the gear box such as an engine. A control means such as a microprocessor can be used in controlling the storage of kinetic energy by winding the low stretch member onto the take-up reel to linearly stretch the elastromeric member and to release the stored energy by allowing the elastomeric member to cause the low stretch member to unwind from the take-up reel.

Abstract: A bi-colored teaching and fashion shoelace is provided for assisting children and handicapped persons with all the difficult tasks associated with the wearing of footwear having laces. The teaching shoelace is provided with opposite end sections which are fabricated from differently colored fabrics which can be readily distinguished by children and the handicapped. The opposite end sections of the shoelace are interconnected by various fastening memos to permit the interchange of any number of differently colored end sections. The use of contrasting bright colors or patterns enables the instructor to create simple instructions based upon the dissimilar color characteristics of the training shoelace. By repetition the child or student learns to recognize characteristic color patterns when the shoe is properly laced and subsequently when a bow knot is properly formed.

Abstract: This invention is an improved shovel attachment adapted for being mounted by the customary three-point hitch connection with a tractor enabling the shovel attachment to be carried on the tractor and raised or lowered by the preexisting hydraulic control mechanism of the tractor. The improved shovel attachment features a hydraulically actuated, ejector type blade that is forcibly transported across the floor of the carrying bowl of the shovel attachment for positive ejection of a load of earth fill materials from the same. The hydraulically actuated cylinder is pivotally connected with the rear surface of the ejector blade on one end and pivotally connected to an appropriate portion of the tractor at the other end thereof enabling the blade to be operated throughout the vertical limits of travel of the shovel attachment. The hydraulic cylinder is designed to be adapted to the preexisting hydraulic actuation mechanism associated with the tractor.

Abstract: The invention is a music teaching method designed for the student of non-pitched percussion instruments incorporating two major components. First, a limited selection of basic percussion exercises and variations written for one or more percussion instruments is printed on opaque music manuscript paper or other music display media. Finally, a series of overlays including preprinted, complimentary percussion music exercises is provided for use in combination with the aforementioned basic percussion exercises. The overlays may be alternately superimposed in a functional relationship with the basic percussion exercises to create hybrid percussion exercises having adequate visual representation of the repetitive rhythmic patterns inherent in percussion music. Thus, an exhaustive collection of percussion exercises may be provided in a reasonably sized volume, reducing the cost of a more cumbersome printed volume that would be impracticable to publish and market.