Abstract: A power resistor assembly includes an anodizable metal substrate, preferably an aluminum alloy, having an insulating anodized coating on at least one flat side. A resistive or partially conductive ink is screen printed on the anodized coating in a pattern to provide one or more resistors. The ink has a curing temperature below 660.degree. C. which is below the melting point of aluminum. The resistor assembly is a vehicular fan motor controller or an interior dimmer switch. The fan motor controller has resistor ends which are soldered with tin-lead solder.

Abstract: A tie extends from the lower end of a roof rafter to the building and temporarily supports the roof rafter during times of expected high loads, such as during hurricanes. The tie is a metal strap having ends which are fastened respectively to the lower end of the roof rafter and to the building, either to a vertical wall or to the foundation.

Abstract: A brace is secured to a console between a pair of front vehicular bucket seats. The brace extends downwardly and is captivated to the seat rails of the seats adjacent the console. In a preferred embodiment, the brace is trapped under the seat rails. In another embodiment, the brace is captivated by the nut-washer arrangement holding the seat rail to the vehicle floor. In one embodiment, the brace is of one piece construction and easily made by simply bending a length of aluminum strap. In another embodiment, the brace is of two piece construction.

Abstract: There is disclosed a lawn trimmer/edger incorporating a relatively flexible monofilament cutting element of finite length. A number of techniques are disclosed for temporarily securing the monofilament element to a head attached to the rotating shaft of the edger/trimmer.