Abstract: A razor blade assembly comprising a body assembly having a pair of body end portions and at least one cross member extending therebetween. A first U-shaped housing is provided between the body end portions, the first U-shaped housing having a scalloped edge portion formed along at least one edge thereof; a resilient foam insert is provided, at least a portion of which is disposable within the first U-shaped housing, the insert being impregnated with a lubricating material. A second U-shaped housing is provided having a plurality of fluid dispensing apertures formed therein, the second U-shaped housing being supportable by the foam insert and translatable within a first U-shaped housing, beyond the scalloped edge portion, to discharge a lubricating fluid from the resilient foam insert through the fluid dispensing apertures.

Abstract: A microwave powered ozone producing system comprising a housing defining a microwave cavity having a volume Vo, an inlet and exhaust ports which communicate with the microwave cavity. Disposed within the microwave cavity and uniformly distributed therewithin are a number N of ozone producing lamps, each of which has a diameter D, a length L, and a nominal power p. Communicating with the microwave cavity is a microwave magnetron generator having a microwave power P and producing microwaves having a wavelength .lambda.. Electrically connected to the generator is a power supply. The optimal operating condition for the system to maximize the ultraviolet output and longevity of the lamps and minimize system power consumption is governed by the relationships:Vo.gtoreq.V min 1 wherein V min 1=8 .pi..lambda..sup.3 /3;Vo.gtoreq.V min 2 wherein V min 2=.pi.(D+1).sup.2 N L/4; and ##EQU1## wherein V min is the larger of V min 1 and V min 2, and k is a constant with a value in the range of 0.3.ltoreq.k.ltoreq.3, and .pi.

Abstract: A gas driven pump has a housing, first and second cylinders disposed within the housing, and first and second interconnected pistons having product intake and product exhaust positions disposed within the first and second cylinders, respectively. A slide valve has first and second positions for alternately pressurizing one of the first and second cylinders and venting the other of the first and second cylinders. A linkage moves the slide valve between the first and second positions thereof in response to movement of the first and second pistons. Over-center construction of the linkage prevents stalling of the slide valve, so as to assure reliable operation of the gas driven pump. The slide valve comprises a slide for placing an inlet port in fluid communication with an alternating one of two pressure/vent ports such that the slide valve scrapes frost build up from the pressure/vent ports as it moves thereover, thereby further enhancing reliability of the gas driven pump.

Abstract: A puppet for demonstrating the preferred positioning of oral anatomical structures (e.g., mouth, tongue, hard palate, incisor teeth) when making various audible phonetic sounds. Generally, the puppet comprises a puppet body having an upper jaw, a lower jaw, an oral cavity, a tongue, and at least one tooth extending downwardly from the upper jaw. A hand insertion passageway is formed in the puppet body and leads into a plurality of digit-receiving spaces or pouches formed in the upper jaw, tongue and lower jaw. Thus, the user's hand may be inserted into the puppet such that selected digits of the user's hand become positioned within selected ones of the digit-receiving spaces. Thereafter the digits of the user's hand may be moved or manipulated to cause the desired movement and relative positioning of the oral anatomical structures.

Abstract: An alignment board for interfacing arrays of infrared detectors to a multi-layer module concerns an insulating board having a multiplicity of conductive vias with insulating sealing plugs and enlarged metallic pads that are attached to the ends of the vias. Preferably, an insulating layer is formed on opposing sides of the board. Openings are delineated in the layer coinciding with the metallic pads, and preferably solder contacts are deposited in the openings. A multi-layer module may be attached to one side of the alignment board using reflow solder processes. Then, arrays of infrared detectors may be attached to the opposing side of the alignment board using a lower-temperature reflow soldering process. The alignment board facilitates the interfacing and assembly of the focal plane of infrared detection systems.

Abstract: Methods and devices for separating leukocytes from a leukocyte contaminated blood fraction by use of a rotating membrane filter apparatus. The invention includes methods/devices for preparing substantially leukocyte free platelet concentrate for therapeutic use. The devices of the invention include a rotating membrane filter apparatus for leukocyte separation as well as tubing harness/component systems (FIGS. 2a, 2b, 2c) useable in connection with automated apheresis instruments.

Abstract: A bicycle shock absorber which is movable between compressed and uncompressed states, and comprises an elongate, resilient body defining top and bottom ends and a bore extending longitudinally therethrough. Disposed within the body is a position sensitive friction damper which itself comprises upper and lower support members disposed within respective ones of the top and bottom ends of the body. Disposed within the bore and attached to the upper support member is an elongate guide member which defines a slot extending longitudinally therewithin. Disposed within the slot is a dampening member which is slidably movable therewithin, with the slot being sized relative to the dampening member so as to provide frictional resistance to the movement thereof. Also disposed within the bore is an elongate connecting rod having a first end attached to the dampening member and a second end pivotally connected to the lower support member.

Abstract: A domed ceiling structure for attachment to an elevated support. The ceiling structure comprises a peripheral frame member which is attachable to the support frame, and a plurality of arcuate support members, each of which has first and second ends, an upper surface, and an under surface. The first ends of the support members are attached to the frame member in a manner wherein the second ends extend to a common area and the under surfaces collectively define a dome shaped support surface to which a layer of finishing material may be applied.

Abstract: A rear mounted, brake light assembly which includes, inter alia, brake lights, back-up lights, turn signals and a signal for indicating that a following vehicle has its high beam or bright lights on.