Abstract: A spinal orthosis is provided with a continuous interior framework of 1/8" low density polyethylene, sandwiched between layers of 1/4" thick aliplast, with an anterior opening to provide cosmetic acceptability and independence of the user for placing on and removing the orthosis. A floating abdominal apron is provided to cover the anterior opening and the orthosis is devoid of joints and hinges to accomplish flexion and extension.

Abstract: A wheelchair for invalids is disclosed as including a separate frame provided with wheels and made in two parts: a small chair part and a support frame. On the upper part of the support frame is a pair of first guides, which are formed and mounted to engage with a small chair upon which the user sits. The small chair is formed and adapted for sliding disengagement from the first guides, for transfer to a pair of second guides associated with an auxiliary support structure situated in the passenger cabin of an automobile.

Abstract: A non-lethal electrical weapon for anti-personal control. The weapon in one embodiment is in the form of a pistol and consists of conductive liquid or fluid stored in two separate containers, a means of mixing and means for propelling the fluids through the use of a compressed gas system. The activation and propulsion of the fluid is achieved by pulling the trigger to an end position. The fluid is charged with a high voltage current in one line and the other line is negatively charged and the fluid is so charged as it passes through it. Both fluids exit nozzle mounted in the front of the pistol barrel and combine external to the stun gun. When the fluid stream contacts a person an electrical shock is completed through and is transmitted to the individual. In a second embodiment conductive fluids, battery, electrical controls, pumps, and mixers are contained in a backpack and are suitably connected by electrical and fluid conductors to a rifle type aiming and projecting device.

Abstract: A diaper construction having a soft base material and an overlying transparent and translucent moisture-proof material defines openings therein in order to cause soiling in the diaper to be viewable without removal of the diaper or feeling inside the diaper. The openings are in the shape of letters or numbers, so that, for instance, the letter "U" or "W" in the front portion causes urination to be observable from the outside, and an opening in the form of the letter "S" in the rear portion causes stool to be viewable from the outside of the diaper.

Abstract: A baby carrier having upper and lower ends and capable of assuming multiple positions in use in carrying an infant. The upper portion includes an opening for a pillow or the like to provide comfort to the baby and a number of accessories are provided to enable position alteration for the baby carrier. A crotch slide separates the upper and lower ends of the item, a strip separator is used to accommodate the various positions of the baby carrier and snap hooks are used to attach the lowermost extent of the lower end strips to the upper end of the baby carrier.

Abstract: An under-counter trash receptacle, which includes an elongated steel frame, at one end of which is adjustably positioned a rear mounting bracket in order to accommodate varying depths of counter space. At the other end of the frame is a drawer-like slide defining a central opening into which is mounted a plastic trash receptacle.

Abstract: A diaper is provided in forms to accommodate male and female wearers. In the male form, a pouch is provided in the area for accommodating the male genitalia, the pouch being formed with an absorbent pad. For the female wearer, an extra absorbent pad, but no pouch, is provided in the area for accommodating the female genitalia. In both forms, an absorbent pad is raised from the area of the diaper which accommodates the perineum of the wearer in order to prevent urine leaking back to the area of the anus of the wearer.

Abstract: Methods, materials and devices for the remote measurement of physical variables with fiber optic systems use a single excitation light source for generating through the use of at least one luminescence converter, both a signal beam and a reference beam, and allow the transmission of both beams through a single fiber to a single photodetector, thus producing photo-electric signals the relative intensities of which are only minimally affected by changes of the intensity of the interrogating light beam, optical losses, or detector drift. In contrast to the prior art, the luminescent materials of this invention can be used either as transducers for physical parameters or as means for processing information from other optical transducers, without requiring a change in the luminescence properties of said materials under the influence of the measured parameter.

Abstract: A novel vacuum tube type of electric apparatus preferably utilizes cold cathode emission to provide an electron source. A grid element is employed to vary path direction for the particles, which are directed to alternative positions of an anode element. Secondary electron emission from a portion of the anode is utilized to permit the anode potential to rise upon electron impingement, while a second portion of the anode retains electrons to drive the anode potential in the negative sense. The structure allows both positive and negative states to be maintained, and has value in both rapid switching and memory application. The tube is advantageous manufactured on an insulating substrate which may be drawn to microscopic dimensions. This permits a dense pack to be accomplished, with low power requirements and high operating speed.

Abstract: A jet ski safety device includes a flexible tube of elongate material, which may be made of rubber. The ends of the elongate material are securely attached, by means of plates or brackets, to the surface of a jet ski, so that the material bridges across the top of the foot of the user or rider for the clearance. A spring is provided between the elongate material and the attachment bracket to maintain the elongate material out of contact with the foot of the user, thereby avoiding discomfort during normal use of the jet ski. When the rider is catapulted in the forward direction, at least one foot of the rider engages the elongate material to prevent the rider from being thrown over a handle bar or similar structure.

Abstract: An offset stanchion for a fishing boat seat has upright support portion extending through the deck floor of the boat. An offset support portion is rigidly connected to the upper end of the upright support portion above the deck floor, the lower end of the upright support portion being supported and rotatably mounted in a bearing mounted on the hull or rail for securing the keel of the boat. In an alternate embodiment, the upright support portion is supported by a bearing mounted in a can recessed below the deck floor. A seat support portion is rigidly connected to the upper end of the upright support portion and is parallel thereto, so that a seat mounted thereon can be moved to any position about a central axis of the upright support portion on a circle having a radius equal to the spacing between the central and the seat axes.

Abstract: An eye self-examination device is provided with an objective lens mounted over a mirror into which the patient looks for the purposes of detecting foreign or unwanted matter within or around the eye. A light source having an appropriate power source is provided proximate the lens and mirror in order to illuminate the eye. The device can be used in a hand-held orientation or is provided with mounting means, such as legs on the housing, for positioning the device on a table. Furthermore, a storage compartment for swabs or other items related to cleaning the eye is provided within the housing.

Abstract: A pair of suction-held shade brackets are provided in a design whereby the brackets each include depending and curved bracket element holders depending from the back sides of suction cups. The suction cups are intended to be affixed to either glass or wood surfaces, not necessarily conforming, for instance, to window frames, but instead to be affixed on window panes, between window frames. Also, the suction cups can be affixed to materials adjacent window panes, which do not lend themselves readily to screw holes or attachment means, other than suction. Within one of the bracket element holders, a bracket element is provided, which defines a centrally located circular opening, defined by an element whose outer periphery is octagonal in shape, conforming to the shape provided for the element by the element holder.

Abstract: A display construction assembly is provided in order to enable packaging, assembly and transportation ease. The invention focuses on the particular structure of the main display pole of the assembly, wherein segments thereof are connected by use of a connecting insert, preferably made of nylon or other synthetic material, formed to include upwardly and downwardly extending elements from a central, washer-shaped integral flange. The extending elements fit into segments of the main display pole and the washer is either coextensive in outside diameter with the outside diameter of the main display pole, or, in the alternative, extending beyond such outside diameter to better support a rotating part of the display. As a further alternative, all circular cross-section parts of the structure of the present invention can be made square in cross-section, with the same general construction and function as the preferred embodiment.

Abstract: A combination arrow sight and support device for use with an arrow having feathers and an archery bow comprises a generally conical frame having a ring portion and a conical portion. The conical portion defines a central arrow support aperture and includes arrow feather slots to permit passage of the feathers therethrough. An entrance slot permits entrance of the arrow into said central aperture. The arrow slots may be either straight or curved to provide an axial rotation to the arrow as it passes through the unit.