Abstract: A locking device for the pedals of a motor vehicle is comprised of a first rigid support with a first rigid bar mounted at one end to the first support and perpendicular thereto. A second rigid bar is mounted at one end thereof to the first rigid support and in spaced relation and parallel to the first rigid bar. A second rigid support is mounted to the other end of the first and second rigid bar and parallel to the first support. At least and preferably one of the above elements are positionably removable. A locking means is provided to lock the positionably removable element or elements and fix the position of the structure.

Abstract: Novel polymers formed from the reaction of tetracarboxylic dianhydrides and hydrazines or hydrazides which may be cross-linkable by further reaction with a hydrazine or a hydrazide are disclosed.

Abstract: A fishing lure is comprised of a hollow semi-rigid body of uniform wall thickness formed from a plastic tube. The lure has a head which is removably mounted to the body. A hook is provided within the body and in alignment with an aperture in the body. When a fish strikes the lure, the body collapses and exposes the hook to impale the fish thereon.

Abstract: Novel polymers formed from the reaction of tricarboxylic anhydrides and hydrazines or hydrazides which may be cross-linkable by further reaction with a hydrazine or hydrazide are disclosed.

Abstract: A glass fiber sizing composition for the reinforcement of resin matrices is provided which comprises a homogeneous aqueous composition of two polyester resins. The first polyester resin is a water solubilized condensation cross-linkable, polyester resin, insoluble in aromatic solvents. The second polyester resin is insoluble but dispersible in water but insoluble in the first polyester resin. Thus, when the second polyester is blended with a water solution of the first polyester, a dispersion is produced. In this dispersion the water and the first polyester form the continuous phase and the second polyester forms the dispersed phase. A plasticizer and two silane coupling agents are also incorporated into the sizing composition. The first coupling agent is provided to promote adhesion between the glass fibers and the resin matrix and the second silane coupling agent is employed in the sizing composition to control the wetting of the glass fibers by the first silane coupling agent.

Abstract: A method of forming a continuous film of an elastomeric latex and a phenolic resin comprising spraying a plurality of coats of the aqueous admixture onto a nonadherent surface. The nonadherent surface is at a temperature of 120.degree. F. or greater and each coat of the aqueous admixture is less than about 0.7 mil dry film thickness. The film so formed can be tested for physical properties and the testing results are capable of being correlated with the performance of glass fibers with the aqueous admixture coated thereon for reinforcement of elastomeric matrices.

Abstract: Novel polymers formed from the reaction of tricarboxylic anhydrides and hydrazines or hydrazides which may be cross-linkable by further reaction with a hydrazine or hydrazide are disclosed.

Abstract: Acid resistant glass fibers are prepared by treating the surface of a siliceous glass fiber with an aqueous acid solution to increase the silica content thereof. The aqueous acid solution is removed from the surface of the glass fibers and the fibers are heated to dehydrate or partially dehydrate the surface. The glass fibers as produced have a dual composition; the outer surface of the fiber is rich in silica in relation to the core of the fiber. The fibers so formed are highly resistant to acid attack.

Abstract: A protective device is comprised of a rigid cup having sufficient volume to enclose the male genitals. A resilient padding is mounted on the edge of the cup and is adapted to contact the lower body. The resilient padding absorbs impact experienced by the cup. The resilient padding on the cup edge engages the body proximate to the superior ramii, the inferior ramii and the Ischial ramii of the pelvis with minimal contact with the interior upper thighs. The protective device so constructed causes impact experienced by the cup to be absorbed by the padding and the aforementioned portions of the pelvis.

Abstract: A table game has a substantially horizontal playing surface with a supplemental rebounding surface which can be suspended above the horizontal playing surface, or with a plurality of rebounding surfaces two of which are substantially perpendicular to the playing surface and another above the playing surface. The table game is constructed so that at least two players are on opposing sides of the rectangular horizontal playing surface, each player striking the ball so that it is directed to the opposing player. The transparent supplemental rebounding surfaces are preferably constructed of transparent material so that spectators can view the travel of the ball during play.

Abstract: A hand restraining device is comprised of two closures permanently attached to each other. Each closure is provided for each hand of the person to be restrained. The individual closure is comprised of two spherical or annular sectors which are relatively rotatable. An aperture is located at the intersection of the two spherical or annular sectors in order that a wrist may traverse the closure. Each closure is of a sufficient volume to enclose a fist. Also, each closure is provided with means to secure the closure in a fixed position.

Abstract: Novel polymers formed from the reaction of tetracarboxylic dianhydrides and hydrazines or hydrazides which may be cross-linkable by further reaction with a hydrazine or a hydrazide are disclosed.

Abstract: A process for the regeneration of slag involves treating the slag after the steel has been removed from the steelmaking heat. Oxygen and a fluid hydrocarbon fuel are lanced into the molten slag to reduce metal oxides in the slag to their metallic state and to purify the slag. After the treatment, the metal constituents are removed from the slag treating vessel and the molten slag can be used for another steel heat.

Abstract: Adhesive - sealant compositions useful for bonding metal and/or glass surfaces are disclosed. These adhesive - sealant compositions are comprised of an aluminous cement and the reaction product of a tetracarboxylic dianhydride or a tricarboxylic monoanhydride and a dihydrazine, dihydrazide or aromatic diamine. The adhesive sealant is capable of withstanding surface temperatures of up to 1,000.degree. F. without loss of adhesive or sealing properties.

Abstract: A substrate such as glass contains a coating of a transition metal oxide complex with an ortho functional aromatic compound which contains a functional group which can react with a phenolic or resorcinolic resin or other organic compound or polymer. The ortho functional aromatic compound can also be a phenolic or resorcinolic resin. The complex serves as a coupling agent between the substrate and the organic material. These coupling agents can be resinous coatings or they can be coatings which serve as a coupling agent type of composition for rendering the surfaces of the substrates more substantive or reactive to organic materials. The coatings are inorganic-organic complexes of a transition metal oxide or a hydroxide with an ortho functional aromatic compound. The aromatic compound can contain at least two functional groups in ortho position to each other and a functional group for interfacing or reacting with the organic material.

Abstract: A package for a roll of continuous sheet material is shown having a first hollow circular core on which the sheet material is wound with a tube within the core. The tube is of greater length than the core so that the ends thereof extend beyond the continuous roll. End plates are provided on opposite ends of the roll and are apertured for receiving the extending sections of the tube. The end plates support the roll so that when two of such rolls, with associated apparatus are stacked, the end plates bear any loading force associated with the stacking. The end plates, the core, the tube and the roll of material are secured in a unitary structure by fasteners attached to the opposing ends of the second tube. A hollow covering member open at both ends is placed over the roll.

Abstract: A glass fiber attenuator is disclosed which is used in the fiber forming process. The attenuator is comprised of two rapidly moving endless belts which travel along a predetermined path. The belts have surface portions which engage glass fiber strand and apply attenuating forces to the fibers which are being drawn. The attenuator has a smooth surface bearing means to abruptly change the direction of movement of the belt with respect to the strand traveling along the predetermined path. At least a portion of one of the belts rides over a stationary member having sufficient porosity to pass a fluid therethrough. Adequate pressure of the fluid causes the belt to ride on the fluid along the predetermined path.

Abstract: Novel polymers formed from the reaction of tricarboxylic anhydrides and hydrazines or hydrazides which may be cross-linkable by further reaction with a hydrazine or hydrazide are disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for removing cutting blades from the periphery of an annular cutting head is disclosed which is comprised of a working table on which the cutting head is mounted and a pair of free wheeling cam members positioned to contact the blades at their portions which extend beyond the width of the cutting head. The curved portion of the cam members contact the edges of the blades while the cutting head is rotated and the blades are simultaneously moved away from the cam members. The curved surface of the cam members force the blades from their mounting in the cutter head as the head is rotated.

Abstract: A catalyst for use in preparing p-aminophenol by catalytic hydrogenation of nitrobenzene in an acidic solution. The catalyst is either powdered molybdenum sulfide-on-carbon or powdered platinum sulfide-on-carbon.