Abstract: Apparatus and method for producing a permanent metal post and core adjusted angularly in order to result in a prosthesis aligned in parallel relation to surrounding teeth and prostheses. A bendable post and core assembly is placed in a conventional anchor. The post is bent to a precise desired angle with respect to the core, and cemented in this position. A ceramic mold is formed around the cemented post and core. The post and core, which is preferably fabricated from a synthetic organic polymer which melts at a temperature below 1,400.degree. F., is then heated and evacuated from the mold. A permanent post and core is then cast in the mold from a suitable material, such as gold. Optionally, a sleeve which is configured to slip over and closely conform to the post is employed, either to increase the diameter of the core prior to forming the mold, or to assist in fabricating the denture after the permanent post and core is completed.

Abstract: An improved pry bar tool for removing step flashing from a building during roof replacement or like service. The tool is configured to receive a nail on right and left sides and on either terminal end, at any of a number of possible nail pulling notches or grooves. The two ends are offset differently, so that a variety of pulling positions is offered. Enlarged heads for receiving hammer blows from all angles enable the tool to be tapped while maneuvering to remove a nail from the flashing. The novel tool is able to remove nails expeditiously from flashing without distorting or destroying the flashing, so that it is reusable.

Abstract: An outdoor overhead arch forms a unique support for an appliance, such as a batting aid having a tethered ball. The arch is formed as two vertical posts, two slanted posts, and an upper horizontal post. The posts are connected to one another by elbow sections. The vertical posts are supported in ground mounted sleeves so that they may be manually lifted from the ground. The sleeves receive the vertical posts to a sufficient depth of penetration to provide rigid vertical support. Illustratively, should the tether of the batting aid become wound around the horizontal post to which it is attached, it is easily reached when the appliance is manually lowered. The appliance is readily removed from the sleeve for seasonal storage, and is readily reerected. The sleeve has a cap for safety and to prevent clogging when not in use. The cap may be formed to have a shallow recess, so that the sleeve serves as a golf hole. A variation shows the arch spanning a swimming pool.

Abstract: An infant nursing device has flexible side walls which may be compressed to cause pressure on the removable internal fluid containing bag causes air to be expelled out of the unidirectional tip opening of a nipple located atop the device. The infant nursing device is assembled by securing a top assembly to the top portion of the device. The top assembly holds the removable bag and nipple assembly in place. The infant nursing device does not include any mechanical parts that may get caught on the baby, clothes, and surrounding things, while providing an easy method and device for removing air from a baby's nursing food.

Abstract: A hand-held, battery powered, portable monitor for recording elapsed time and for calculating cost charges based upon this elapsed time. The monitor selectively displays constantly updated elapsed time and constantly updated charges which accrue with elapsed time. A clock generates a data signal relating to elapsed time, and a memory device is provided with data relating to charges accruing with respect to the elapsed time. A calculator employs stored data to calculate constantly updated accrued charges, and to generate a corresponding data signal. The data signals regarding current elapsed time and current charges are received by a display, and these values are displayed. The device includes a keypad for entering data and operating commands, a battery power source, and an on-off switch. The memory can store cumulative elapsed time and cost data.

Abstract: A harness for maintaining erect posture of a person seated in a chair. The harness includes an anchoring strap which encircles the seatback of the chair and a supporting strap which encircles the torso of the person seated in the chair. The supporting strap comprises two separate straps fastened respectively at the right and left sides of the anchoring strap. The two straps meet in front of the seated person and are buckled together. Apart from the buckle, all straps are secured in their operative locations by frictional engagement, thereby avoiding rivets, stitching, buttons, snaps, or other fasteners which penetrate or otherwise disturb the snaps. Optionally, the constituent straps of the supporting strap have elastic sections, for resistably yielding to the person when the person inclines his or her torso. Also optional is a cushioned cover for covering the buckle, to avoid discomfort to the seated person.

Abstract: A camera mount is disclosed that includes a base clamp, with a pair of opposing adjustable gripping surfaces to engage an environmental support, such as a bookshelf or a tree branch. In the preferred embodiment, removably attached to the base, is an adaptor designed to receive the mast portions of the device. The adaptor has a plurality of apertures for receiving the first mast portion, thus increasing the possible angles at which the masts can be set relative to the base clamp. Additionally, in the preferred embodiment, each of the mast portions has an integral ball joint that allows the mast to have a "zig-zag" shape through various angles, if desired. This allows the field of view of the camera to avoid intervening obstacles, and aids in concealment, if desired. In a second embodiment of the invention, the adaptor and masts are replaced by a resiliently deformable "goose neck" arrangement.

Abstract: A tool for installing perforated beads on a strand of fibers, such as a strand of hair. The tool comprises a rod terminating in a closed loop at one end, and having a removable cap at the other end. When the cap is removed, perforated beads are sequentially loaded onto the rod. The cap is replaced, thus retaining the beads between the cap and the loop. The strand of fibers is passed through the loop. The loop is resilient, and is manually compressed to accommodate passage of the beads as the beads are pushed from the rod onto the strand of fibers. The tool is then disengaged from the strand. The beads may be secured in place by crimping one or more beads, or by applying a cement to the strand, or both. The cement may either act by adhering a bead to the strand, or by increasing the diameter of the strand so that it no longer passes through the bead.

Abstract: A weather resistant case for displaying construction permits and the like. The case has a base member and a door hinged to the base member. A tack board mounted to the rear wall of the base member supports documents being displayed. The door has a transparent window for viewing the documents. Novel features include a cylindrical internal cavity cooperatively formed between the cover and base members for holding rolled up drawings, a slot for insertion of mail or written messages, pull down latches for securing the cover, a lock for the cover, a document holder located on the inside of the cover, an external rear recess configured to steady the display case against and mount the display case on a four inch by four inch post, and a frontal area protected by being recessed, for posting notes or writing messages with ink markers. The cover hinge is a piano hinge embedded in both the cover and the base.

Abstract: A soccer kicking practice device. The device has a movable platform or running surface, such as a motorized treadmill, for forcing the user to run while practicing, and a movable kick target, both the movable platform and movable target mounted on a stationary base. Preferably, the practice device has a hand rail and a body harness for steadying and retaining the user. Elevating apparatus enables the practice device to elevate its front end or its rear end, to simulate uphill and downhill inclination of terrain. Controls enable speed of the treadmill and of the kick target to be adjusted, and the elevating apparatus to operate as desired. Optionally, the treadmill is lined with artificial turf. Automated scoring apparatus is optionally provided for recording and totalizing the number of kicks.

Abstract: A two sided ratcheting driving tool. Each side has a rotatable receptacle constrained to rotate in only one direction by interengaging teeth formed in the receptacle and in its housing. A leaf spring urges the receptacle into the engaged position with respect to the housing. In one direction, the receptacle is locked to the housing, and thus drives a tool such as a screw driver blade or a socket. In the other direction, torque causes the receptacle to overcome the spring and disengage from the housing. Thus, conventional, intermittent one way rotation is assured. The receptacle has a square hole formed therein, for receiving a tool. The tool comprises a square block cooperating with the square hole of the receptacle, and has two oppositely oriented blades, sockets, or other tools. Direction of operation is reversed by using a different one of the oppositely oriented tools. No adjustment of a lever is required.

Abstract: An extension for a table or other furniture having a tubular leg. The extension has two cylindrical sections of lesser and greater diameter. The cylindrical section of lesser diameter penetrates into the tubular leg. The other cylindrical section is of diameter equal to that of the leg. Thus, the other section maintains the aesthetic effect of the leg, and also serves as a stop preventing excessive downward travel or migration of the leg onto the extension. In addition, a cap terminating the leg fits equally well onto the extension. Preferably, the extension is tubular, so that several extensions can be assembled onto the leg in stacked fashion if desired. In an alternative embodiment, the extension has a series of holes and a pin insertable into the holes, so that fine adjustment of the height of the furniture may be made.

Abstract: An ash tray having a receptacle having a peripheral wall and a perforated floor. An outwardly oriented radial flange projects from the peripheral wall receptacle at a level even with reliefs formed in the wall for enabling cigarettes to pass through the wall. This arrangement enables a cigarette to be rested on the flange, with the burning end of the cigarette disposed over the receptacle. The ash tray is used at a beach or other sandy environment, and is maneuvered into the sand until the receptacle of the ash tray partially fills with sand. When a smoker is finished smoking, the ash tray is elevated above the supporting sand. Sand and ashes contained within the receptacle escape from the receptacle. Cigarette butts and other large waste particles are retained for subsequent disposal.

Abstract: A bracket for providing support for paneling which is customarily nailed or screwed to framing. The bracket comprises a base panel for receiving drywall screws and a support panel for nailing to framing. The base panel has a foraminous surface for promoting penetration by drywall screws and a reinforcing flange disposed at an angle to the base panel. The support panel is disposed perpendicularly to the base panel, and has preformed apertures for accepting nails to secure the bracket to framing. A tab is punched from the base panel and folded over so as to be coplanar with the base panel and perpendicular to the support panel. The bracket has a T-shaped configuration when viewed in end elevation. The support panel forms the stem of the T, and is topped on one side by the base panel and on the other side by the tab.

Abstract: A fishing tackle box includes a rigid housing provided with a cutting board top wall from which depend, a pair of laterally spaced apart storage sub units each equipped with a plurality of horizontally displaceable drawers. Variation in the height of the numerous drawers permits accommodating the myriad sizes of fishing tackle while partitions in any of the drawers assures isolation of the specific tackle items. A single lock element on each sub unit is shiftable to a drawer overlying position to maintain closed drawers in place. Live bait or fish catch is retained within a waterproof receptacle removably positioned beneath the housing top wall intermediate the two storage sub units and is accessible through a pivotal door in the top wall. A fixed tape measure as well as an adjacent extensible measuring tape are included in the top wall as are flexible VELCRO straps operable to securely attach elongated fishing gear to the housing.

Abstract: A weatherized posting board assembly having a back frame and front cover of unitary construction, the interior surfaces of the back frame and front cover defining an enclosure within which documents or the like may be posted on a removable posting board. The front cover is hingedly attached to the back frame by a pair of hinge pins having a plurality of compressible ribs. The front cover includes a recess sized to receive a locking mechanism, the recess serving to inhibit tampering with the lock as well as protect the lock from the effects of the elements. The interior sidewalls of the back frame include a plurality of snap projections for releasable locking engagement with the edges of the posting board. A rectangular mounting brace projects from the rear exterior surface of the back frame generally adjacent to the perimeter of the rear surface. The mounting brace is adaptable for connection to either a post or any convenient vertical surface.

Abstract: A compact stylus keyboard assembly includes a generally planar upper surface formed by a plurality of adjacently positioned, co-planar, electrically conductive key members which together form a keyboard. A hand-held stylus member is used to lightly touch and couple a predetermined voltage to each of individual key members of the keyboard. The key members are individually responsive to the predetermined voltage and provide a computer with a signal when coupled to the voltage. Each of the key members are hexagonal shaped and electrically isolated by an electrical insulating material in the form of a honeycomb pattern. The stylus member is generally T-shaped in cross section with a first, contact end and a second, opposite, end for facilitating single handed gripping and operation. The stylus member includes depressible switches that are operated by the operator's digits for providing modifying functions such as shift, control, and alternate while the stylus member is touching the key members.

Abstract: A scoop having a screw blade housed within a cylindrical housing. The scoop is intended to remove semisold materials from the ground. A handle extending above the housing rotates the blade. Preferably, the scoop incorporates a drive for translating linear motion to rotary motion, so that the user need only press the handle downwardly when the device is placed over material to be lifted and removed. A closure closes the bottom of the housing to retain material, and is swung out of the way to expose the screw blade for deployment. Material is removed by reversing direction of the screw blade. The preferred application is enabling ready removal of excrement left by animals. When optionally combined with a retractable leash, a pet owner can conveniently observe municipal ordinances requiring animal wastes to be removed by owners walking their pets while requiring but one hand both to hold the novel scoop and to control the animal's leash.

Abstract: A link for use between a needleless syringe and a liquid medicine vial may be used equally well with both Luer lock and slip tip syringes. An adapter flange forms both an anchor for a conventional Luer lock and a receiving receptacle for a conventional slip tip syringe. The bottom end of the receiving receptacle is capped with a cylindrical sieve providing multiple fluid flow paths. The vial end of the link is formed with a pocket for collecting fluid when the vial is inverted. Two separate versions are provided, with one having a flip-top cap flush with the top of the medicine vial and the other having a twist-off top extending above the top of the vial. An outer jacket, surrounding the vial top is an optional variation on either version and provides for resealing of multiple dose vials. A valve automatically seals the vial to protect against loss of fluid and contamination of remaining fluid within the vial, in the event that the vial is overturned.