Abstract: A binding strap for holding the coiled cord of an electrical tool is provided. The binding strap is comprised of an elongate strap with Velcro connecting material on opposite faces. The end of the strap is split into a top flap and a bottom flap to receive and permanently affix an electrical cord of a power tool. The strap bends back over itself to encircle and secure by mating Velcro attachment the coiled cord of the power tool for convenience in storage. Further embodiments provide for retaining a drill chuck key at the free end of the strap.

Abstract: A cooling device is provided for aerated water recycled to live wells for fish. A separate ice chest is provided with a cooling coil through which water from a separate live well may be circulated to be cooled and then aerated when the cooled water is returned to the live well. The life of fish in the live well is prolonged by the combined cooling and aeration. A protective baffle supports the cooling coil against a wall of the ice chest to secure the coil from a central part of the ice chest which may be used for a storage area to cool beverage cans and the like. The protective baffle is designed to provide circulation of ice water to the coil while blocking off the coil from the central storage area.

Abstract: A material with chemically induced surface charges is employed to foster formation of mammalian hard and soft connective tissues. The material may be in the form of beads such as ion exchange resins. Bead materials with a negative surface charge stimulate formation of hard tissue within long bones and foster bony repair of defects in parietal bones and in mandibular rami. Beads with positively charged surfaces engender formation of large quantities of soft dense connective tissue when implanted into defects in the cranium or when used as an onlay on the nasal bone surface. The use of such beads or other charged biodegradable materials and the use of other surface charged materials with different physical configurations provides significant improvement in hard and soft connective tissue repair, augmentation and replacement in medical fields such as orthopaedic and maxillofacial surgery.

Abstract: A simulated rock produced by spraying a high density polyurethane elastomer in a flexible rubber mold. The rubber may be natural rubber or synthetic rubber. A rock is produced in molded form, not limited in size. A flexible mold is prepared by applying numerous coats of liquid uncured rubber forming materials, such as latex rubber, upon the rock exterior in combination with a fabric embedded within the rubber latex layers. A supporting cradle for the rubber mold is produced by spraying a low density urethane foam composition over the mold. The mold and cradle are stripped from the rock and are sprayed with a two component structural urethane system employing an isocyanate component and a polyol component with appropriate catalysts, fillers and additives. The structural urethane elastomer is built up to substantial thickness to provide a strong rigid load bearing polyurethane molded rock simulating the original rock surface with curing taking place in a matter of seconds or minutes.

Abstract: A split hosel and putter head is provided. The split hosel is of an inverted V-shape and is connected by a short shank at the top to a golf club shaft and at the bottom to the heel and toe of the putter head through slots in the head. The hosel is light in weight and when employed with a putter head of perimeter weighting construction concentrates the impact of the putter stroke upon the golf ball to minimize torque and twisting occasioned by off-center impacts.

Abstract: A mercury and formaldehyde free histological fixative. The fixative employs standard non-toxic components comprising one or more alkanols, one or more diols and triols such as ethylene glycol, and one or more acids such as acetic and formic acid in an aqueous solution. A salt of a metal ion having an oxidation state of at least two may be added as an optional mordant. Osmotically active substances such as sodium chloride may be used as an option as desired to control osmotically induced cell volume changes.

Abstract: A composition and method for preparation of a cleaner and sanitizer for teats of dairy animals. Water insoluble sodium undecylenate is formed in situ in an aqueous blend of food additive, germicidal, cosmetic, and detergent components, resulting in a cleaner and sanitizer for dipping the teats of milk producing animals prior to and subsequent to milking. The composition may also include emollients for skin conditioning.

Abstract: A method for producing a simulated rock by spraying a high density polyurethane elastomer in a flexible rubber mold. The rubber may be natural rubber or synthetic rubber. A rock is produced in molded form, not limited in size. A flexible mold is prepared by applying numerous coats of liquid uncured rubber forming materials, such as latex rubber, upon the rock exterior in combination with a fabric embedded within the rubber latex layers. A supporting cradle for the rubber mold is produced by spraying a low density urethane foam composition over the mold. The mold and cradle are stripped from the rock and are sprayed with a two component structural urethane system employing an isocyanate component and a polyol component with appropriate catalysts, fillers and additives. The structural urethane elastomer is built up to substantial thickness to provide a strong rigid load bearing polyurethane molded rock simulating the original rock surface with curing taking place in a matter of seconds or minutes.

Abstract: A fishing lure having a V-shaped body, wings, tail and a hook designed to glide very slowly to the bottom of the water resembling an injured bait fish. The body and wings allow the lure to glide through the water, and the hook, acting as a keel, and the tail stabilize the lure to keep it from rolling and adds vibration to the lure as it descends through the water. The lure also has a weedless quality in that its flat design allows it to slide over thick weeds, lily pads or brush.

Abstract: A fastener and tightening device for exerting force and equalization of force upon the nut or head of a bolt or threaded stud. The device is comprised of a shank fitting through a support member within an abutment head adapted to be drawn up tight against the support member. A plurality of jack bolts are threadedly engageable with holes in the head and are adapted to be tightened to exert pressure against the support member. Separate ball members are positioned between the jack bolts and a wear plate on the support member to minimize friction and provide for force equalization to counteract any off center alignment.

Abstract: A microwave potato baking stand and method for baking potatoes is provided. The stand consists of an upstanding spike supported by a base. A potato is impaled on the spike substantially towards the tip, whereby it may efficiently receive microwave energy and provide a more thorough cooking. As the pulp of the potato softens to the desired consistency from cooking, the potato slides down the spike to indicate a fully cooked potato. The stand may be modified to provide additional visual cues, such as a trigger released indicator arm.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for adsorption and detection of adsorbents or analytes. The method and apparatus can be employed in the field for rapid adsorption of analytes and is particularly useful for detection of mycotoxins. A sample to be analyzed is prepared in solution and placed in a test tube. A tube-like adsorption column having a seal and a valve member is forcefully fed into the test tube to force solutions through the valve member into the column and through a filter and adsorbent to trap interference. The semi-purified solution may then be analyzed for the presence of analytes. The column with the purified solution may be further employed with a second smaller adsorption column similarly equipped with a seal and valve member fitting within the first column. In similar fashion the second column may be forced into the first column to expel the solution therein into the second column and through one or more selective adsorbents for different analytes such as one or more mycotixins.

Abstract: A hanging wall table for swimming pools is provided consisting of polyvinyl chloride tubing or the like, which forms the frame of the table and engages the above-ground pool wall by a J-shaped hanging support, and a shelf made of plastic or the like. Suction cups are provided on the lower end of the frame to provide stability when the table is employed. This swimming pool wall table may be easily assembled from a kit and is simply erected to provide a firm and stable support for poolside accessories and can be employed for various above ground pool structures.

Abstract: Plastic, such as polyolefin, pipe having a locking integral end connection. The pipe is fabricated with male and female end connections in order that the pipe may be press-fitted together with the interior and exterior forming a flush uninterrupted surface. One or more radial ribs and grooves are formed on the interior of the female connection while a registering series of ribs and grooves are formed on the exterior of the male connection. The ribs and grooves are of an interfitting axially extending wedge shaped configuration to provide a locking engagement to resist any tendency for separation. Interfitting corners of the ribs and grooves may be rounded to distribute stress and minimize damage when the pipe ends are fitted together.

Abstract: A system for measuring the load on drive axles of tractors of over the road semitrailers and for determining load distribution on the front and drive axles of the tractor and the rear axles of the trailer. A calibratable air pressure gauge, placed in the cab of the tractor or truck, senses the pressure exerted by the trailer load on conventional air bags used to cushion the load on the drive axles. Approximate weight load may be determined by reading the pressure gauge. The gauge may be variably calibrated to accommodate the progression of settings for the fifth wheel assembly placement on an adjustment rack. Besides use on semitrailers, the system may be employed on straight or box trucks and trailers provided with air bags to cushion the axle load.

Abstract: A gold solder matching 14 karat yellow gold. The solder is typically employed in jewelry repair and is comprised of discrete particles of gold alloy and a flux to which a small amount of water is added to provide a fluid, liquid-like, easily worked solder. The gold alloy consists essentially of about 45% silver, about 20% copper, about 25% gold and about 10% brass.