Abstract: Apparatus for detecting and indicating malfunctions of single electrical device in a group of electrical devices. The apparatus comprises an inductor connected to a common output of a group of electrical devices for providing an input signal corresponding to electrical energy in the group of electrical devices, a comparator connected to the inductor and receiving the input signal therefrom, the comparator functions to provide a default signal when at least one of the electrical devices malfunctions, a detector connected to the comparator for receiving the default signal therefrom, a timer connected to the comparator and the detector, the timer being actuated upon receipt of the default signal from the comparator and functioning to provide a timer signal to the detector means a predetermined time thereafter, and an indicator connected to the detector and being operated in response to an enable signal received therefrom.

Abstract: A fuel injection type two-cycle engine for motorcycles. A fuel injection valve for injecting fuel into an air intake passageway at a predetermined timing is disposed on the upstream side of a reed valve in the air intake passageway communicating with an interior of the engine via the reed valve, with the injection port thereof directed towards the reed valve. An air intake pipe forming the air intake passageway extends nearly in the vertical direction from the upper surface of a crank case at an middle position between a crank shaft extending in the widthwise direction of the vehicle body and a transmission shaft separated from the crank shaft in the back and forth direction and extending in the widthwise direction of the vehicle body, and a fuel injection valve protrudes from this air intake pipe in the back and forth direction.

Abstract: A video composition apparatus and method select segments from image source material stored on at least one storage medium and denote serially connected sequences of the segments to thereby form a program sequence. The apparatus and method employ a control panel configuration which provides substantial tactile stimulation feedback to the operator of the equipment regarding the location of the control elements on the panel. The operator can then visually concentrate on displays available to him while operating the control panel manual elements with minimal visual feedback. The control panel includes, for example, first and second control wheels and first and second pluralities of switch elements adjacent each wheel.

Abstract: A composing apparatus and method select segments from image source material stored on at least one storage medium and denote serially connected sequences of the segments to thereby form a program sequence. The apparatus has a pictorial display monitor, an operator control panel, and a composing control device responsive to the operator control panel for controlling the storage medium and the pictorial display. The operator control panel can selectively display segment frames on the pictorial display and can control, through a manual rotation wheel, the frame being displayed. The rotation wheel has a plurality of operating positions and the display is responsive to each successive rotation position for displaying a next successive segment frame. The direction of the next frame with respect to the present displayed frame corresponds to the direction of rotation of the rotation wheel. Thereby, through back and forth rotation of the rotation wheel, action scrolling of the segment frames can be achieved.

Abstract: A video composition method and apparatus select segments from image source material stored on at least one storage medium and denote serially connected sequences of the segments to thereby form a program sequence. The apparatus and method employ pictorial labels associated with each segment for ease of manipulating the segments to form the program sequence. The labels are displayed in an ordered spatial array of display monitors to simulate the temporal relationship between the segments in what is typically a snapshot-style non-temporal display. The apparatus and method enable the images displayed on the monitors to be scrolled, in a visually pleasing fashion, across the monitors. The scrolling of labels across the monitors is implemented by an operator control circuitry.

Abstract: A video composition apparatus and method select segments from image source material stored on at least one storage medium and denote serially connected sequences of the segments to thereby form a program sequence. The source material, as it is being stored on the storage medium, has associated with each frame an internal time code. For each storage medium, which in the illustrated embodiment is a video tape recorder, the internal time codes are written in sequential order so that the difference in time codes between two frames corresponds to the difference in time or distance between the two frames on the video tape. When a plurality of different tape recorders record the same frame, the same internal time code is associated with the frame on each video tape recorder.

Abstract: A support portion for a baseball glove which may be integrally formed with the glove or separately attached thereto, the support portion being attached to a back wall of the glove so as to extend a distance above and below the free lower edge of the front wall of the glove sufficient to cover a lower back portion of the user's hand, the back of the user's wrist, and a back portion of the user's forearm. The support portion includes a securing member adapted to wrap around a user's arm below the wrist. In use, the support portion serves the dual purposes of supporting the user's wrist against injurious bending and imparting a natural control and feel to the glove.

Abstract: A video composition apparatus and method select segments from image source material stored on at least two storage media and denote serially connected sequences of the segments to thereby form a program sequence. The apparatus and method employ pictorial labels associated with each segment for ease of manipulating the segments to form the program sequence. The composition control function is highly user interactive and responds to user commands for selectively displaying segments from the source material on a pictorial display monitor. The control function allows the user to display two segments, a "from" segment and a "to" segment, and the transition therebetween. The segments can be displayed in a film-style presentation or a video-style presentation directed to the end frame of the "frame" segment and the beginning frame of the "to" segment. The apparatus can selectively alternate between the film-style and video-style presentations.

Abstract: A multiple speed ratio power transmission apparatus, comprises input mechanism adapted to be connected to a power source for being driven with a constant reciprocating or oscillating motion, output mechanism including a rotatable output shaft, motion transmitting mechanism for controllably coupling the input mechanism to the output means, the motion transmitting means including an energy connecting element drivably connected to the input mechanism so as to be driven into a reciprocating or oscillating motion with a selectively, discretely variable stroke S=NS.sub.min, where S.sub.min is an increment of movement of the energy connecting element corresponding to one complete motion of the input mechanism and N=1,2,3, etc. indicating a selectively variable number of complete motions of the input mechanism, the energy connecting element being drivably connected to the output shaft for driving the output shaft through 180.degree.

Abstract: A portable exercise lit including a pad and variable capacity weights. The pad is placed in front of a chair and has a slippery side. The person's feet are moved back and forth on the pad in a motion similar to cross-country skiing. The person may wear socks or exercise shoes made of carpet. The variable capacity weights provide the user with a choice of the amount of weight to be exercised with.

Abstract: A flux coating for treating a clean metallic component having a fluid channel defined through at least a portion thereof to provide a durable, tack-free, protective flux film on a surface of the portion so that the component can be fluid-tightly soldered or low temperature brazed to a mating metallic component at a later time without cleaning and fluxing the portion of the component at the later time. The solution consisting essentially of rosin and a highly volatile organic solvent, the solution being adapted to rapidly air dry when coated on the surface of the portion to leave a very thin, protective flux film on the surface of the component, the component being capable of being stored for long periods of time, handled, assembled, shaped, formed and otherwise worked without removal of the film from the surface of the component and without reduction of the fluxing properties of the film.

Abstract: A G.P.A. challenge game encouraging a student to raise his/her overall grade point average and a method for playing the game. The game comprises a course document sheet, a graphic progress chart, a weekly/monthly planner sheet, and privilege and bonus privilege coupon cards. The student is responsible for recording the grades he/she receives, graphing his/her weekly grade point averages, and planning for and prioritizing scheduled tests, reports, etc. The student is rewarded for higher G.P.A. achievement by means of privilege and bonus privilege coupon cards redeemable for a variety of privileges granted to the student.

Abstract: A packing case includes a case body consisting of an upper housing and a lower housing between which a chamber is formed. An end of the upper housing is connected pivotally to an end of the lower housing by a pivot coupler. The pivot coupler clamps the ends of the housings resiliently together. A needle and a lead core can be secured to the non-pivoted ends of the housings so that the packing case functions as a pair of compasses for drafting purposes. When the non-pivoted ends of the housings are separated, the relative position of the housings or compasses are fixed accordingly. When the housings are bifurcated, a swivel hook can be journalled on the pivot coupler so as to constitute a clothes hanger.

Abstract: A portable instrument for locating and measuring harmonic distortion in a conductor. The instrument permits voltage and current harmonics to be easily read while the load is changing. Thus, the instrument may provide a great deal of insight as to the source of problem causing harmonics.

Abstract: An educational device for teaching touch typing. The device includes a chart to be place in the view of the student and a series of overlays to be used on the individual student keyboards. The chart and overlays give the student the visual and mental impressions necessary to remember the location of individual keys without having to look at the keys.

Abstract: An apparatus for preventing the overflow and spillage of liquids from a sink or tub. The apparatus is attachable to the front portion of a counter top, and is provided with removable internal absorption means to prevent liquids from passing thereby and onto the user or the floor.

Abstract: A device for identifying and storing rolled-up sheets of material such as blueprints, drawings, etc. The device includes a combination retainer/identifier which in a cylindrical sleeve configuration thereof may be slid onto the rolled-up sheet to retain same at a fixed diameter, while serving the dual purpose of displaying indicia for identifying the sheet. A plurality of retainer/identifiers are provided in a collapsed-tube rolled form and positioned within a dispenser for individual dispensing thereof by tearing along perforations.

Abstract: An adjustable orientation apparatus which can be used, for example, to track a satellite. An antenna mounting plate is oriented in accordance with the latitude angle and the declination angle of the satellite to be tracked. Special angle adjustment and camming members permit the antenna mounting plate to be oriented in accordance with the latitude angle and the declination angle by way of a single adjustment.

Abstract: An arrow sling device having a generally slingshot configuration designed for shooting arrows. The main body of the device supports a releasable arrow guide member, has an adjustable sight member mounted thereon, and has the ends of a sling member attached thereto. The sling member is provided with a centrally positioned arrow pouch for centering and gripping the rear end of an arrow.