Abstract: A resilient wheel is provided comprising a hub and web having a rim mated to and resiliently bonded to the web with an elastomeric adhesive. Depending on the application the outer circumference of the rim may have a flange machined into it so that it serves as the tire for the wheel or machined smooth to accept a separate tire. To prevent the rim from shifting relative to the web as the elastomeric adhesive ages, a plurality of locking pins are inserted through the rim and bond line into the web and bonded into place. The rim is thus effectively prevented from shifting even if the adhesive substantially or even totally disbonds from the mated parts. Several variants of these locking pins are possible to achieve improved economy for maintenance purposes or improved longevity of the wheel.

Abstract: A smoke scrubbing system is provided to remove both solid particulate and soluble acidiferous gas contamination from power station and incinerator smoke stacks. In use it comprises a series of consecutive hydration chambers wherein the stack gas is treated with low pressure steam which results in particle agglomeration to the point where it can act as condensation seeds thus facilitating its subsequent removal from the gas followed by a series of water wash chambers wherein the hydrated agglomerated solids and soluble acidiferous gases are scrubbed or removed from the stack gas. The system economics are enhanced by an integral steam generator to capture waste heat from the stack gases. Additionally, filtration means are provided to remove solid contaminents from the waste water so that the water will not become polluted and can be reused in the system, if desired.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for selectively detecting particles above a predetermined size in oil lubrication systems, is disclosed. The oil tangentially enters a cylindrical chamber, whereby rotary motion is imparted to it. A detection cavity is positioned in the outer cylinder at its periphery. Heavier particles which are used by the apparatus to detect failures are transported into the cavity by centrifugal force while lighter particles remain suspended in the oil. A sensor is contained within the cavity to detect the heavier failure particles. A filter is combined with the apparatus for removing the lighter wear particles which would otherwise remain suspended in the oil. In another embodiment a self closing valve enables the filter to be removed from the system without requiring the oil to be drained.

Abstract: A free standing thermal reflector apparatus is provided. When the apparatus is inserted into a fireplace and a fire is lit, heat from the fireplace is reflected into the room in which the fireplace is located. The apparatus includes reflector panels supported by a frame. To facilitate cleaning or replacement of the reflector panels, means are provided for their easy attachment to the frame of the apparatus. The reflector panels are made from highly polished stainless steel panels which may be glass coated to both increase the reflectivity of the reflector surface and to protect it from corrosion and oxidation.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the contour of rotor blades is provided. The apparatus or fixture of the present invention will measure airfoil shape and twist at any spanwise station along a rotor blade as well as measuring the chordwise and flapwise bow of the rotor blade. The fixture includes a base to which the blade is secured. A plate or templet like device is placed about the blade. The plate is secured to a carriage which is movable along the base so that it may traverse the blade along its span. Transducers connected to the plate measure the airfoil contour at particular spanwise stations. The plate is mounted to the carriage in such a manner that its rotation, vertical, and horizontal displacement may be measured and hence the twist, chordwise and flapwise bow may be determined.

Abstract: A cheese packaging apparatus is provided which includes a cheese cutter which is activated only when a loaf of cheese is properly positioned at an intake position. The cheese cutter may also be adapted so as to only operate when an exit platform, on to which the cut cheese is to be placed, is properly positioned. The cheese cutter includes a vertical harp and is adapted to laterally move a loaf of cheese from a roller conveyor through the vertical harp, thereby cutting the loaf. Rollers having a driven inner portion which cause an outer portion to rotate when the torque between the two portions is below a particular magnitude are included in the conveyor leading to the cutter.

Abstract: A wear particle detector for use with hydraulic systems, capable of collecting wear particles formerly suspended in the hydraulic fluid and of discriminating between larger and smaller particles by indicating the former, but destroying the latter automatically without causing detection, whereby both device functions are connected to and energized by the same single electric power supply and indicating circuit.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed which is particularly designed for applying transfers or appliques comprised of thermosetting inks to garments such as T-shirts and sweat shirts. The apparatus includes an upper and lower platen for applying heat and pressure. The upper platen includes heating elements and a temperature control mechanism to heat it to a particular desired temperature. The apparatus is designed so that the pressure between the two platens is uniform and of the proper magnitude. The apparatus is also designed so that when the garment and transfer have been subjected to the appropriate amount of pressure and heat for a desired amount of time, the platens automatically disengage. Upon disengaging, a timer which is included in the apparatus automatically resets itself to the originally selected time period.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for securing a matched pair of socks, particularly during laundering, and for storing them after the laundering is completed. The socks are secured by a clip having three lips forming an integral part thereof. A compartmentalized box is provided for storing the secured socks. The box is adapted to engage the lips on the clip.