Abstract: A process and multistation apparatus for injection blow molding a thermoplastic material to form a blow molded container having an integral injection molded handle is disclosed. The process and apparatus feature an injection mold which is closed to form an injection mold cavity with a contiguous injection mold handle cavity. A preform pin is inserted into the injection mold cavity through a preform carrier to form a preform recess into which hot thermoplastic is injected to form a hollow preform having a solid injection molded handle. After cooling the thermoplastic preform the preform pin is withdrawn and the molds are opened. The injection formed preform may be optionally heat treated prior to the preform being enclosed within a blow mold. The blow mold forms a cavity having the final desired container shape and a cavity into which the handle is enclosed.

Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly which includes a frame having side rails with upright webs and upper flanges and a load carrying pre-stretched web mounted on and extending between the side rails. A plurality of J-clips are provided for mounting the web on the side rails so as to maintain the web in its pre-stretched condition.

Abstract: A planar log periodic quad array comprising a two-conductor twisted transmission line to which log periodic elements are connected. The elements are arranged in two sets on opposite sides of the transmission line and are in a common plane. Each element has two points of connection with a particular conductor of the transmission line and comprises two sides each extending from a respective one of the two points of connection to the particular conductor to join at a corner which lies on an imaginary line perpendicular to the transmission line at its center feed point. Immediately adjacent elements of one set are connected to alternate ones of the two conductors of the transmission line and each element of the other set has a general geometric symmetry about the transmission line with respect to a corresponding element of the one set but with its points of connection to the transmission line being to the opposite conductor. The array is suited for active or passive use and has a broadband characteristic.

Abstract: A window regulator comprises a stiff but bendable elongated guide of general C-shape having inturned retainer flanges, and a flexible tape of a cross-section conforming to the interior of said guide, and slidably retained therein by the flanges. The bottom wall of the guide preferably has a channel therein contributing to its stiffness and providing spaces for fasteners for installing the guide or mounting structure thereon. The portion of the tape exposed between the edges of the flanges is formed with rack teeth for driven engagement with a drive pinion preferably mounted on the guide. A housing for the drive pinion has a connector for connecting to one end of the tape, and the end portion of the tape beyond the guide is thus formed into an expandable loop. In order to avoid subjecting the guide to large stresses due to tape tension, a relatively large gear carried by the guide engages the tape at a major bend of the guide. A spring is connected to the gear to act in window-raising direction.

Abstract: In a pulsed gas laser having a flexible exit gas line, such as polymer tubing, a device is disposed just upstream of the flexible tubing to attenuate certain characteristics of the exit gas before it reaches the flexible line. The device comprises a walled chamber having an inlet and an outlet and constructed and arranged to attenuate the peak pressure waves at the pulse frequency. The device also provides attenuation of temperature and for this purpose is made of a good thermal conductor such as copper. The invention enhances the effectiveness of the flexible polymer tubing exit gas lines and permits a laser to be pulsed at higher pulse frequencies than are conventionally done.

Abstract: A linearly infinitely variable mechanism comprises first and second portions which are relatively axially positionable to establish the effective length of the mechanism. A rotary element is axially captured on the second portion. The operative connection between the first portion and the second portion is via a threaded connection of the first portion with the rotary element. The axial capture of the rotary element comprises a twist lock which, when locked, forcefully abuts the ends of the rotary element to preclude its rotation and prevent a change in the effective length of the mechanism provided that the first and second portions are constrained against relative rotation. When unlocked, the rotary element can rotate within its axial capture so that axial forces applied to the mechanism are effective to change its length.

Abstract: Window glass regulator for automotive vehicles comprising a guide plate having curved, parallel guide slots inclined from the vertical, a generally vertical guide rail fixed to said plate, a glider plate slidable along said guide rail, the glide plate having generally horizontal guide slots, a window glass having a pair of laterally extending guides adjacent its lower edge extending through the guide slots in both of the guide plate and glider plate to determine an irregular upward path of movement for the window glass and means for raising and lowering the glide plate.

Abstract: A toilet hinge for hingedly mounting a seat and/or cover on a toilet bowl comprises a hinge part which includes resiliently yieldable fingers for cooperative engagement with the hinge pin. The hinge part contains a circular aperture having a circumferential extent greater than 180.degree. but less than 360.degree., with the resiliently yieldable fingers extending from the aperture at a circumferential opening in the aperture. The resiliently yieldable fingers define a throat within which the hinge pin is received in response to downward loading applied to the seat and/or cover. The resilient yielding of the fingers allows the seat and/or cover to assume full support on the bowl rim so that the undesired stress levels in the parts, including the hinges, are avoided. When the downward load is removed, the resiliently yieldable fingers urge the hinge pin back into the aperture, thereby slightly elevating the rear of the seat and/or cover.

Abstract: An edge guard with an integral attaching flange is disclosed for use on the trailing edge of a swinging closure in an automotive vehicle, such as a door. The edge guard comprises a generally U-shaped portion fitting onto the trailing edge and an attaching flange extending from an inner leg of the U-shaped portion. A fastening means is provided for coaction between the flange portion of the edge guard and an inner panel of the door. A separate fastening device can be used for the attachment and is illustrated to include a light-reflective medium on the fastener's head which, at night when the door is open, will reflect the headlights of another vehicle approaching from the rear. Plural embodiments are disclosed including non-metallic embodiments and insulated metal embodiments.

Abstract: An edge guard and method whereby the edge guard is used to substantially fill the gap between the trailing edge of a door onto which the edge guard is installed and an adjacent portion of the vehicle body. In the case of a two-door model car and the rear door of a four-door model car the adjacent body structure is a pillar or post. In the case of the front door of a four-door model the adjacent body structure may be the front edge of the rear door. When the rear door swing is such that its front edge swings slightly forwardly when the door is opened, provision is made so that the front edge of the rear door does not hit the edge guard on the front door. The edge guard is characterized by inner and outer legs of substantially longer length than other edge guards whereby the edge guard may have a variable engagement with the door edge to permit adjustment for a range of different thicknesses of gap.

Abstract: Test apparatus for on-site testing of an air compressor to obtain a measurement from which the operating efficiency of the air compressor and air flow rate may be calculated to enable the owner of the compressor to determine whether replacement or rebuilding of the compressor is justified. The apparatus comprises an inlet for connection to the air compressor being tested and branch circuits through which the air flow from the compressor is selectively passed. Each branch circuit contains a particular size orifice and an associated shut-off valve, and the condition of the shut-off valves determines the orifice selection. The orifice selection is made to match the running compressor and attain a balanced condition. In this regard a pressure regulator and by-pass control valve, in parallel with each other, are also in the test apparatus for adjustment to obtain the balanced condition.

Abstract: A vehicle seat frame having "Z" section side rails which form part of a rigid cubic section. Each of the side rails has an upright web formed at its upper end with an integral outboard extending upper flange and at its lower end with an integral inboard extending lower flange. This arrangement provides for a load bearing surface for seating loads of increased width and frame mounting flanges that are closer together to enhance structural strength.

Abstract: The disclosure is of a co-extruded insulated edge guard in which insulating material is co-extruded onto metal. Various embodiments of edge guards are disclosed. The co-extruded insulating material interlocks with the metal of the edge guard.

Abstract: A proportioning system for creating admixture from diluent and concentrate comprises accumulators which are alternatively repetitively recharged so that one is always on-line. Recharging is controlled by a fluid system including a piston assembly for injecting a measured charge of concentrate into an accumulator being recharged. Diluent is introduced by opening and closing a valve from the diluent supply with the recharging being activated and terminated by level sensing switches associated with the accumulators. Electrical control circuitry and a stroke adjustment mechanism for the piston assembly are also disclosed.

Abstract: Improved lubricant control assemblies for reciprocating piston rods of an engine which prevent crankcase lubricant intruding into the cylinders and fluid from the cylinders from escaping into the crankcase. Each assembly comprises a tubular scraper fitting closely onto a piston rod and yieldably mounted within the bore between cylinder and crankcase through which the piston rod extends. The yieldable mounting is by means of a compliant housing. The compliant housing allows the scraper to be displaced radially and thereby follow limited radial displacement of the piston rod while maintaining substantially full effectiveness of the scraper's action on the reciprocating piston rod. The scraper is urged into forceful contact around the piston rod by means of a crown spring which is supported on a tubular part which attaches to the compliant housing.

Abstract: A process for making an insulated metal edge guard comprises extruding plastic insulating metal material onto a flat strip of metal as the strip is pulled through an extruder, coiling the insulated strip while still in the flat, uncoiling the coiled strip at the beginning of a roll-forming apparatus and feeding the insulated strip through the roll-forming apparatus to form the strip into a desired cross sectional shape for the edge guard. The process improves the efficiency of manufacturing insulated metal edge guards and it permits various embodiments, including new and unique ones, to be created efficiently. The invention has a special utility where a range of colored edge guards must be produced in varying quantities.

Abstract: A security attachment for an electrical plug is effective to prevent unauthorized use but to readily permit authorized use. It comprises a pair of adapter elements which are mutually plugged together between the electrical plug and a wall receptacle. One adapter is plugged together with the electrical plug and the two are connected together such that they cannot become unplugged if an attempt is made to unplug them. When unauthorized use is to be prevented, the other adapter is removed to expose prongs of the first adapter which prevent the first adapter from being plugged into the wall receptacle.

Abstract: An automotive engine oil drip pan assembly comprises a pan containing a pad which has a preference for absorbing oil over water. The pan is constructed with a depression forming a locator for the pad. The assembly mounts on an automotive engine and powertrain combination with the pan disposed directly below the bell housing area so as to catch and collect oil which may leak through the engine rear bearing and seal. The pad is provided with a recess forming a collection volume for oil which drains through an opening in certain engine and powertrain models. The pan is suspended by means of flexible cords from brackets which are attached to the engine through the use of pre-existing fasteners used to fasten the powertrain's engine. Releasable fasteners are also used to provide for release of the pan assembly for replacement of a used pad.

Abstract: Apparatus for promoting good health comprising a personal weight scale provided with an information and message center for displaying messages to the user relating to weight and maintenance of a desired weight. The scale may be embodied in a standard version for providing standard messages based upon departure of measured weight from desired weight. In another embodiment, the scale is adapted to provide customized information related to a particular medical condition of the particular user. The scale contains an electronic microprocessor for providing messages. The scale may be adapted to a customized form by associating a removable electronic medium with the electronic microprocessor so as to adapt a basic operating program into a custom one for providing custom messages. The custom messages may relate to the particular health condition.

Abstract: The window glass closure for a vehicle window opening occupies a closed position in which its outer surface is substantially flush with the exterior surface of the door or other body portion in which the opening is provided. This is accomplished by guiding the upper edge of the window along a path inclined slightly outwardly of the vehicle as the window completes its upward movement from its lowered open position. It further comprises guiding the lower edge of the window along a path which is inclined substantially outwardly from the vertical as the window reaches upper position. Preferably this is effected by a generally vertical main guide track which receives a follower carried adjacent the upper edge of the window constrained to follow the main guide track. An abruptly inclined diversion track is connected with the main guide track which receives a follower carried adjacent the lower edge of the window and is adapted to depart from the main track and to enter the inclined diversion track portion.