Abstract: This invention relates to a weatherstripping method and arrangement primarily for doors which is designed to eliminate drafts which result in heating and cooling losses. The arrangement is simple to install and relatively inexpensive. An elongated wood lattice strip is mounted to the door jamb on both sides of the door and along the top and spaced at a predetermined distance from the door when the door is in a closed position. A lubricant is applied along the exterior face and top of the door opposite the wood lattice and a paper tape is placed over the lubricated area. The door is then closed and a silicone rubber caulking compound is inserted into the space between the paper tape and the lattice strip. The door is maintained in a closed position until the silicone caulking hardens and then the door is opened and the paper tape peeled away from the lubricated surface. The silicone bead thus provides a formfitting weatherstripping door.

Abstract: A jack for lifting unbalanced loads such as automobiles, comprises a base having a raised portion thereon with a recess therein to accommodate the base of a jack column. The recess for the jack column is offset on the base and oriented to place a major portion on the base beneath the jack saddle during operation in order to increase stability. A substantially circular collar is mounted about the jack column at a predetermined distance from the base, said collar being supported by a plurality of spaced flexible legs pivotally mounted to the base at one end and curving upwardly to a removable mounting at the collar to prevent column tilt. The jack also includes a saddle assembly having a movable saddle with a protruding portion to engage an aperture in the load which is oriented to approximate the direction of lift point shift.

Abstract: An improved pushbutton quick-release socket wrench includes an adaptor which comprises a hollow elongated member having a spring-loaded elongated member mounted axially within a central recess. A ball extends through the side wall of the member at one end of the member to engage a bearing recess in a socket which mounts to one end of the adaptor. A cam portion of the spring-loaded elongated member permits coupling of the ball to the mating socket when a plunger button on the wrench is depressed. Releasing the button drives the ball into contact with the socket recess to provide an integral structure for operating purposes. The adaptor is coupled to the driving stud of the wrench by driving a protruding ball into contact with a mating hole on the other end of the adaptor. The ratchet structure with a hollow stud extending therefrom with an axial plunger is mounted within a toothed recess in the wrench handle.

Abstract: A system for activating solar cells involves the use of phosphorescent paint, the light from which is amplified by a thin magnifying lens and used to activate solar cells. In a typical system, a member painted with phosphorescent paint is mounted adjacent a thin magnifying lens which focuses the light on a predetermined array of sensitive cells such as selenium, cadmium or silicon, mounted on a plastic board. A one-sided mirror is mounted adjacent the cells to reflect the light back onto said cells for purposes of further intensification. The cells may be coupled to rechargeable batteries or used to directly power a small radio or watch.

Abstract: A partition and paneling system comprises connecting means for joining of abutting wall panels together to form an integral wall. The connecting means includes a head section supporting the ceiling and connected to the conventional overhead steel work or black iron. Downwardly extending top guide channels are mounted to the head section and the upper portion of a fastening member is located within the top guide channels and extends downwardly therefrom. The fastening member comprises an enlarged upper portion, an elongated intermediate portion having tapered wedged-shaped blocks at intermediate portions therealong and a lower enlarged portion having a threaded axial aperture which is engaged by a threaded rod. The rod is locked in the lower enlarged portion at one end and has an outwardly extending block at the lower end thereof and an elongated lock nut mounted thereto.

Abstract: A firearm sling keeper comprises a channel member which completely encloses a small segment of the doubled sling strap and is fixed to the stock of the arm by means of conventional sling swivels at the toe of the butt stock and toward the muzzle end of the stock forearm. The sling strap is free to move longitudinally through the channel member in response to a shift of the center of gravity of the slung firearm. The exterior surface of the channel member opposite to and facing the stock forearm has a large number of small plastic hooks, comprising one-half of a Velcro-type fastener. The mating eye portion of the Velcro-type fastener is located on a fabric and/or plastic patch which is detachably mounted to the user's garment by means of a lockable pin device or fastener secured firmly to, or incorporated into, the patch.

Abstract: A rotary valve system for use in internal combustion engines comprises an elongated substantially cylindrical valve passage means having a threaded section at one end and an outwardly extending disc portion at the other end. The outwardly extending lower portion includes a valve disc aperture for alternate communication with inlet and outlet passages in the valve disc jacket for predetermined time periods. The bottom of the disc portion comprises the upper surface of the combustion chamber and can include a shaped protrusion for purposes of charge stratification. Rotation means support the valve disc arrangement for rotation within the cylinder head or valve disc jacket about the longitudinal axis of the assembly. The inner recess of the valve disc jacket which contacts the outwardly extending valve disc is provided with a mating carbon, graphite or molybdenum impregnated sleeve insert.

Abstract: A portable tent arrangement comprises a duffle-type pouch having an axial zipper within which rayon tenting material is packed and affixed at one end to the back of the pouch. The pouch is mounted on the rear of a motorcycle or bicycle which supports the rear of the assembled tent. A smaller zippered pouch extends axially along the side of the larger pouch to accommodate various mounting elements such as tent pegs, adjustable tent rods and a pole and folded plastic battens which are used to provide side support. To assemble the tent, the tenting material is pulled out horizontally from the larger pouch, the rods are inserted into four sewn-in corner pockets at each end of the tent and the hinged battens are unfolded and inserted into four diagonal pouches sewn into the sides of the tenting material to provide side support and shape for the tent. Four small plastic tenting pegs are also supplied within the smaller pouch to provide the final shape and support for the tent.

Abstract: A coil type filter for diversified applications comprises a spiral wound coil having an inlet and an outlet at opposite ends thereof, said inlet and outlet apertures having a screen positioned to retain the filtering element within the coil. Couplings are provided on the exterior of the coil at each end for connection to other portions of a fluid flow system. The interior of the coil is partially filled with activated carbon granules which perform the filtering operation. In a modification of the invention, the coil would be positioned within a housing which contains a circulating fluid for maintaining the temperature at predetermined levels. In another embodiment of the invention, the spiral wound coil is mounted within a housing with the inlet and outlet both extending outwardly from the same portion of the housing. The filter outlet is a substantially straight tube extending from the interior end portion of the coil substantially parallel to the axis of said coil and along its entire length.

Abstract: A display device comprises a rectangular transparent plastic envelope formed from two sheets of flexible plastic material which are seamed together adjacent their top, one side and bottom margins. The sheets also include horizontal enclosed sleeves at the top and bottom of the envelope in which tubular arms are located. Flexible coupling means are provided in engagement with the upper tubular arm while the lower tubular arm is engaged by laterally spaced tension means which permit the lower arm to turn ninety degrees with respect to the upper arm. A zipper-type closure means may be provided along the open side of the envelope to removably seal the envelope.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bolster which is used for physical therapy especially for handicapped children. The bolster comprises a pair of solid discs at the ends thereof and a plurality of spaced, hollowed-out intermediate discs having a cylindrical outer shell preferably of relatively light gauge metal wrapped thereabout. The cylindrical shell is then covered with a layer of foam rubber which is adhered thereto and turned over onto the periphery of the end discs. A brightly colored vinyl covering is then placed over the foam rubber. The operation may be facilitated by covering the foam rubber first with a plastic sheet or other low friction thin covering and slipping the vinyl thereover. The vinyl covering is secured in place to the end discs and a handle is fastened to one of the end discs for ease of handling.

Abstract: Window shade hanging apparatus includes a guide block formed of a synthetic plastics material and an elongated rod dimensioned to fit slidably within a through longitudinal bore in the block. The guide block has a vertical recess or channel in one end and a permanent magnet is mounted in the block and has an exposed face within the recess. The elongated rod has a permanent magnet affixed to one end whereby a support bracket for a window shade can be held within the recess of the block by its magnet and aligned with a vertical element of the window frame and a fastening element for the support bracket is held by the magnet on the elongated rod in position to be driven into an aperture in the support bracket and into the vertical window frame element for securement thereto.

Abstract: This invention relates to a fish bait comprising a raw fish which has been ground and pulverized in micronized form, blended with a surface active agent, and the resulting mixture dried by a process which allows the pulverized bait to remain raw, such as by freeze-drying, pulverizing the dried bait again to a micronized form, and thereafter placing the dried and micronized bait into a water permeable container and sealing the same. When placed in the water, the bait thus manufactured, allows the taste and smell thereof to be dispersed throughout the water and thereby attracts a desired fish.

Abstract: A rotary motor comprises an upper rotating collar section and a lower rotating disc, and mounted between the collar section and the disc a predetermined number of knife blades which are rotatable about their mounting and located toward the collar and disc periphery in a manner to prevent damage when the blade strikes loose stones and the like. The disc also includes an integral, radial, depressible spring strip for each knife blade for quick knife changes, suitable air ducts on its upper surface and at least one radially arranged vane on its underside.

Abstract: A fish hook extractor comprises an elongated member having gripping means at one end and a slotted end portion at the other end thereof. The slotted end portion comprises a pair of legs located at an angle to the plane of the elongated member, each of said legs having a tapered outer face leading to the entrance of the slot. The slot is of decreasing width leading to an arcuate base portion. A transversely slidable member is mounted in an aperture extending through the elongated member at a point near the gripping means so that the fishing line may be wrapped thereabout after the extractor is inserted into the fish's mouth and has caught the hook in the slot. The extractor is first pushed inwardly to dislodge the hook and then pulled outwardly drawing the hook out of the fish. A second embodiment includes a member having the rear portion which is slidable along the elongated member and a projecting front portion having a predetermined slot extending inwardly from one side and at an angle.

Abstract: Telephone index devices including a flat base member which may be secured to a telephone and having binding loops which may be closed and opened for replacement of index sheets. The base member is secured to a telephone instrument by a plug and socket structure.

Abstract: The circuit of this invention provides a safety belt system for both shoulder and seat belts which require the driver and any passengers to positively fasten the seat and shoulder harness in a sequential manner in order for the automobile to be started. After the engine is started, disconnection of any belt or harness causes a buzzer or like alarm to be actuated. The circuit is shown as being operable with either of two relay systems. One system uses a latching relay the other uses a stepping relay.