Abstract: A solar reflector defining a concave parabola of revolution having flared ends and a central saddle region collects solar energy which is reflected onto an arcuate reflector which in turn reflects the received energy to a solar energy absorbing device which converts the solar energy in thermal energy to operate a gas absorption refrigeration unit. The apparatus is maintained at all times perpendicular to the solar energy through the use of a thermally expandable fluid actuating system to compensate for the sun's seasonal declination.

Abstract: A device for raising and lowering sheets of building material utilizes a base support platform on which is attached a support bracket member and a pair of serially connected first and second parallelogram members pivotally joined by a right angle member with the other end of first parallelogram member pivotally connected to the base support platform and the other end of second parallelogram member pivotally connected to an object supporting platform. A spacer arm is pivotally connected to the support bracket and to one leg of the second parallelogram member proximately midway between pivotally connected ends to keep the object supporting platform on a long radius curve or generally straight vertical direction of movement. Hydraulic means are provided for actuating the spacer arm to raise and lower the object supporting platform.

Abstract: An air conditioning system for building utilizes a vertically aligned, generally straight conduit rain tower for scrubbing and pumping air between the exhaust air conduit system and the supply air conduit system in conjunction with an evaporative water chiller utilizing a venturi to create a vacuum in the water chiller for low temperature vaporization of return water. Gravity flow of water through the venturi is used to create the suction head.

Abstract: A low polluting solid waste burner utilizes a first combustion chamber in which the solid waste is partially oxidized under a positive pressure with the partially oxided gaseous combustion products passing out into a first conduit where the gas is recycled for dual burning back into the first combustion chamber. A conduit is also provided between the ash compartment and the combustion chamber to completely oxidize ash compartment gases with complete combustion product gases being conducted away to a spray tower or water curtain by the positive pressure in the combustion chamber produced by the combustion air blower. A second combustion chamber may be used to further oxidize the gaseous combustion products.

Abstract: A retractable passenger lift for a vehicle for use by a wheelchair passenger utilizes a generally flat horizontally disposed passenger carrying platform adapted to be hung from cables which is supported from a support bracket assembly containing the means for raising and lowering the platform which assembly is retracted to a position under the floor of the vehicle when not in use.

Abstract: A method of stimulation oil well production uses a gas generating chemical charge that is placed in the oil well bore at a depth of known oil productivity where it is ignited to generate a gas pressure-volume pulse of known pressure-time characteristics and time duration, the pressure time characteristics includes a pulsating pressure for greater penetration effect.

Abstract: A high energy discharge apparatus uses a generally electron transparent thin foil anode of various configuration which is arranged parallel to and spaced apart between a pair of cathodes, and energized to create a potential difference between the anodes and cathodes causing electrons to be reflected back and forth through the foil anode with the concurrent discharge of ions being accelerated to the cathode.

Abstract: Apparatus for stimulation of oil well production utilizes a gas generating chemical charge that is placed in the oil well bore at a depth of known oil productivity and ignited to produce a gas pressure-volume pulse of known pressure-time characteristics and time duration, including means for generating a pulsating gas pressure-volume pulse.

Abstract: A sound reproducing movable diaphragm utilizes a three hinge, double rigid member arrangement for connecting a movable diaphragm to a fixed member or baffle or adjacent movable diaphragm in order to decouple unwanted distortions and resonances from the system.

Abstract: A game of skill between two opponents uses a playing board having a playing field divided into one hundred squares arranged in rows, columns and diagonals in which two sets of twenty-two playing pieces each are moved along the squares in row, column and diagonal directions, and with individual pieces of a distinctive shape, each for moving in a particular manner on the game board apparatus to capture the opponent's pieces. An extra row of squares or "cells" is provided for each of the two opponents on which are indicia indicating the position and placement of captured pieces which are freed by Sapahis (soldiers of the Maharaja) reaching the opposite side of the board.

Abstract: A medical temperature measuring device uses a pliant flexible tube adapted to enter the trachea and permit normal respiratory function with its interior end adapted to enter the trachea. On the interior end is disposed a temperature sensor for continuous monitoring of tracheal temperature. An inflatable cuff is provided proximate the interior end on which the temperature sensor is mounted to insure thermal contact with the tracheal wall. The temperature can also be mounted on the wall of the tube for thermal contact with the trachea. A thermal insulation can also provided between the air channel and the temperature measuring device to prevent temperature readings from being affected by cooler incoming air. The temperature sensor can also be a temperature indicating material that changes color at predetermined temperatures.

Abstract: An electro-acoustic transducer for low frequencies ranging from 0-5000 Hz uses a plurality of parallel spaced apart, alternately disposed, fixed and movable diaphragms, in addition to which the motion inducing forces on the movable diaphragm are distributed over the area of the diaphragm and assembly of the electro-acoustic transducer is achieved by the use of modular elements.

Abstract: A modular support element comprising a generally rectangular sheet of stiff deformable material having a large opening therein, is formed into a generally cylindrical shape in which the two diametrically opposite corners of the sheet are fastened to each other and means are provided for connecting several of the modular structures together along with a base and device for holding objects to form a wide variety of structures having decorative and functional purposes.

Abstract: A device for loading garment hangers onto a conveyor utilizes a vertically arranged elongated member fixed relative to a conveyor and on which is mounted a first elongated movable member which is longitudinally and vertically movable relative to the fixed member and which movable member also includes a second elongated member which is movable relative to the first movable member and connected thereto, the second movable member having a device for supporting the garment hanger located proximate its lower end with the first movable member having a retainer member located proximate its lower end and in engagement with the hanger support of the second movable member. Means are provided for lifting and lowering the first movable member with its connected second movable member and when aligned with the conveyor loading position the means for retaining the hanger is disengaged allowing the hanger and garment to slide by gravity onto the conveyor pick-up device.

Abstract: A retractable step for mounting on a transit coach utilizes a parallelogram linkage and an hydraulic-pneumatic actuating system which is connected to the movable step member by an off center clevis and lever system to prevent step sagging. Apparatus is provided at the leading edge of the step to immediately stop its outward movement when encountering an immovable object.

Abstract: An electronic band pass filter adapted for passing an oscillating wave pulse of a predetermined band width frequency is provided with a circuit for short circuiting the energy contained in the ring-down at the end of the pulse to ground with additional circuitry for cutting off ring up at the beginning of the pulse and further narrowing the band width frequency.

Abstract: A valve is provided with a longitudinally adjustable orifice and an actuating assembly which is held in the valve body by a twist-lock action configuration which permits removal of the actuating assembly without tools to obtain access to the orifice for fine adjustment of shut-off position of the valve. Gross adjustments by increments is provided in adjusting the angular relation of the float operating arm with the valve actuating arm.

Abstract: A plurality of rectangular blocks are juxtaposed in a rectangular coordinate ordered array to define a generally planar exposed surface with the opposite surface of the blocks attached to a flexible backing which functions as a hinge to allow a linear array of blocks to be pivoted parallel to a rectangular coordinate and expose indicia on the juxtaposed surfaces of the linear array, the indicia being related to other indicia on the exposed surface of the array such as the product of multiplying the two numbers along coordinate edges of the array.

Abstract: A locking and dead bolt locking device associated with the upper rail or frame portion of a window or door sash slideable in a fixed frame, having a latching arrangement engaging a horizontal rail portion and a dead bolt arrangement engaging the frame and mounted on an upper portion of the sash. The latching arrangement includes a tongue latch portion operable normal to the plane of the window and with the dead bolt being integrally carried thereby. When closed, the tongue portion of the latch engages a striker plate of said rail while the deadbolt is engaged with the frame to prevent opening of said latch. Simultaneously, the sash is secured with respect to the frame thereby providing a dual means for securing the sash in a close position in said frame.

Abstract: A gas permeable electrode is arranged to project into an evacuated space with the vacuum side of the electrode coated with a gas impervious material except at the tip of the electrode. The other end of the electrode is exposed to an ionizable gas that is caused to diffuse through the electrode and be ionized at the tip of the electrode on the high vacuum side by an electrical field created between the gas permeable electrode and an extraction electrode in the high vacuum space.