Abstract: An improved apparatus and method for smoke treating food products includes an inductively heated, hollow member which is raised to a sufficiently high temperature so as to vaporize an injected water/liquid smoke mixture. This happens when the liquid smoke mixture contacts the walls of the heatable, hollow member. Control apparatus is provided for regulating the amount of liquid smoke flowing to the mixing device; as well as providing for injecting air to carry the gaseous smoke away for subsequent use in the smoke treating process. The invention also provides for a self cleaning of the smoke generating tube member.

Abstract: Auxiliary form roller apparatus is provided for rotary offset lithographic duplicating machines to increase the number of form rollers and more uniformly distribute the ink over the master cylinder. The apparatus has a frame formed by a pair of oppositely-disposed, substantially J-shaped support arms which are separated and joined by laterally extending support members. One end of each support arm is bifurcated to receive the main frame support rod of the duplicating machine and the other end of the arm is slotted to slidably receive and support one of the end bearings of a rotatable, auxiliary form roller which is disposed between the arms and is adapted to bear against the master cylinder at a location which is spaced a peripheral distance from the existing form rollers of the machine.

Abstract: A fishing lure having a container with a cavity for containing bait which can be seen and smelled by fish from the exterior thereof, the container having a sliding door which can be slid open for inserting the bait and having a swivel hook with an upper portion connected to the container and with a lower portion with a barbed leg for catching the fish and with a swivel connection for connecting the lower portion to the upper portion to prevent twisting thereof.

Abstract: There is disclosed a fire and explosion detection system and method comprising at least one first channel including a photocell and accompanying electronics for converting incident radiant energy of a first narrow band of wavelengths into a first electric signal; and, at least one type of second channel means including a photocell and accompanying electronics for producing a second electrical signal proportional to incident radiant energy of a second narrow band of wavelengths corresponding to background, black body emissions. The signal outputs of these two channels are further processed by a ratio detection circuit which produces yet another output electrical signal when the ratio of the two input signals exceeds a predetermined number. The output of this ratio detection circuit is further processed by a so called flicker frequency detection circuit which counts pulses indicative of the flicker frequency of the fire and gives a first warning if that flicker frequency exceeds a predetermined number.

Abstract: A novel improved pinch valve for controlling the flow of fluids in an unrestricted manner in, at least, two flexible tubes, including a housing for holding a solenoid coil between its outer wall and inner cylindrical core member. The solenoid armature is a truncated cone shape which coacts with a similarly shaped opening at the end of the inner cylindrical core member to optimize the flux path of the solenoid and thus its efficiency. A tube retention member includes openings for holding the flexible tubes. A further opening in the tube retention member holds a plunger member which is captured by a retaining pin. The plunger member is secured to the solenoid armature prior to assembly of the tube retention member to the solenoid housing. The plunger member moves with the armature as the solenoid is energized and deenergized. When the solenoid is unenergized, one of the flexible tubes is compressed between a knife like edge on the plunger member and a body portion of other tube retention member.

Abstract: A device employing ionization principles for fire detection disclosing a configuration which allows compensation for adverse effects due to the flow of the gas through the device or due to the accumulation of dust and dirt therein. The detecting device includes two ionization chambers, each having a first member, such as a cylindrically shaped cup, having first and second conductive surface portions. Each chamber also includes a second member, such as a circular, electrode disc having two conductive surface portions. There is disposed in each chamber a radioactive source for ionizing the gas in the volumes intervening between respective pairs of surfaces. The area dimensions of the respective pairs of surfaces, the intervening volumes and the distances there between, and the relative orientation of the respective pairs are calculated and placed such that the ionization currents flowing between pairs of conductive surfaces are substantially equal and orthogonal to each other.

Abstract: An improved closure for a bottle containing a gas-emitting solution. The closure is screwed onto the bottle and includes a disk member having a centrally disposed opening. The opening is sealed with a rupturable seal member. Two concentric, cylindrical members are disposed about the opening. A ballon-like member is fixedly secured to the open end of the cylindrical member next adjacent the opening so that when the gas emitting from the solution ruptures the seal member, the balloon is inflated to indicate excessive pressure.

Abstract: An improved wheel alignment system primarily used with unibody frame straightening fixtures, including a frame bed having a pair of longitudinally extending members and bed plates, upon which rest the drive wheels of the vehicle. The improved system includes two base plates which are suspended from the longitudinally extending members so that the top surface of each is positioned a prescribed distance in relationship to the plane of the frame bed. In aligning the front wheels of a rear wheel drive vehicle, a wheel alignment tool is positioned on the top surface of the base plate and the front wheels of the vehicle lowered thereon. The prescribed distance of the top surface of the base plate below the plane of the frame bed is such that the top surface of the bed plate (support plate for the rear wheels in this case) of the unibody system. Adapter plates are employed when aligning the front wheels on a front wheel vehicle.

Abstract: A test device for a multiple channel infra red detector utilizing photocells comprising an aperture plate mounted on the housing member of the detector. In the embodiment described a test lamp is mounted on a surface portion of the aperture plate in fixed relationship with two openings in the plate which are concentrically disposed about the two photocells. The test system utilizes the characteristic of the dual channel detector that the ratio of the response of each of the two cells to emissions in the infra red range (as received from a fire) is a certan value. The opening associated with one of the cells is larger in the path between the lamp and that cell so that more light energy impinges on it. The electrical energy to the lamp is increased until a level is reached where the ratio of the response of the one cell to the response of the other cell simulates the responses of the two when monitoring a fire. The warning system is triggered.

Abstract: A system for devising a sheet of music and for transposing the music from one key to another. A layer of opaque material having standard music indicia disposed thereon is interposed typically between a first and second overlay of transparent material which includes additional musical indicia. Additional indicia disposed on the overlays transparent is in the form of opaque areas which match the color of the opaque material. Cooperating indicia in the opaque layer and transparent overlays permit alignment of the two for a desired key. The aligning indicia are disposed in predetermined relationship to the staff lines and other music notations such that when the opaque layer is adjusted relative to the transparent overlay, any one of the 13 possible keys can be selected. The dimensional relationships among the various music notations and staff lines, for one embodiment, reflect the difference in relative motion between the opaque layer and each of the transparent overlays.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved mass transfer or gas-liquid contact device having a specially contoured grid member(s) interposed in the gas flow of the device. Ideally the grid member(s) has a cross-sectional profile which equals the sum of the theoretical velocity pressure profile of the gas flowing in an open vessel and the static and dynamic heads of the contacting liquid. An additional depth is added to the grid approximately 5 to 40% more, to create an energy imbalance in favor of the introduced liquid, thereby allowing it to drain. In existing vessels where it is desirable to replace prior art devices with an apparatus embodying the present invention, a plurality of grid modules may be employed, each module including a shaped grid or grid pair approximating the velocity profile of the gas stream in each.

Abstract: There is disclosed a waste collector which is formed from a generally flat rectangular cardboard form. The form includes predetermined fold lines, including a first one, disposed longitudinally and centrally on the blank and other groups of lines which, when folded thereabout, form first and second cooperating jaw members. The collector is creased inwardly at the first fold line towards the volume enclosed by the cooperating jaw members. When finger pressure is applied transversely to the oppositely disposed longitudinal edges, this results in the first and second cooperating jaw members closing towards each other to retain the animal feces. A release of the applied finger pressure allows the jaw members to open. The oppositely disposed longitudinal edges include cutout sections which facilitate the movement of the jaw members towards and away from each other.

Abstract: An electronic fuel level monitoring and engine control device which senses the voltage level from a fuel gauge-tank sender unit, providing initially an intermittent warning for a predetermined time delay and later a shut-off of the engine ignition and or starter system when the voltage level indicates a predetermined low level of fuel. The ignition and or starter system is reactivated only after refueling above an upper level.

Abstract: An improved holy water font comprising a stand including an upright, hollow member having an opening to allow the user to place his hand therein. Disposed on either side of the opening is a photoelectric detection system containing an exciter and receiver. This generates a light path across a part of the volume accessible through the opening. Water dispensing apparatus is positioned above the opening, which responds to a control electrical signal. The latter is generated when the light path between the exciter and receiver is interrupted by the user's hand. The photoelectric exciter and receiver is disposed either vertically on either side of the opening. When disposed vertically, a transparent protective shield is employed to protect the lens of the exciter or receiver, whichever is disposed below the opening. The font includes a covered water reservoir disposed at the top of the stand, and a drainable collecting basin disposed below the opening, in the hollow upright member.

Abstract: There is disclosed a shock absorber for reducing the physiological effects on the arm and shoulder as normally experienced in tennis, racquetball or the like. The absorber includes a hollow housing in which is disposed a predetermined amount of liquid of predetermined density and means for securing the liquid filled housing to the player's arm. The preferred embodiment calls for liquid mercury disposed in the hollow portion of the housing, the mercury absorbing the vibrational effects resulting from the contacting of the ball with the racquet to thus reduce or eliminate the possible adverse effects on portions of the arm, such as the elbow or the shoulder.

Abstract: A cutting rule including teeth having a beveled chisel-like tip with a straight-edged top, symmetrical angular side edges and shallow notches between adjacent teeth. In alternate embodiments the side edges may be beveled and the rear side of the tip may be beveled. Also, an improved slot configuration is provided which facilitates bending to form a curved rule.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved vehicle ramp and supporting device wherein said device utilizes a standard cinder or concrete construction block. The device includes a framework which comprises first and second brackets which are disposed along the longitudinal axis of the construction block and which are configured so as to conform to the contour of the top surface of the block. These brackets include tabs on each end which restrain the movement thereof in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the block. First and second tie brackets are also disclosed. These cooperate with corresponding ends of the first and second brackets and with the sides of the construction block to restrain the movement of the first and second brackets relative to the block in a direction perpendicular to its longitudinal axis.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved pile point for foundation piles such as the H-beam pile. The point provides an improved biting edge which eliminates skidding and slipping on inclined rock stratum or when the pile is used as a batter pile. The point includes a web and a pair of flanges positioned at the ends of the web and perpendicular thereto, the flanges including, typically, angled side portions to which are fixedly secured teeth-like protrusions. The latter provide a biting edge which grab hold of the supporting stratum, even when it is at a sharply inclined angle, to eliminate slipping and skidding on such surfaces.Such teeth-like protrusions are provided on a flattened portion of the web and flange affording additional biting edges.The latter protrusions can be arranged such that the point can provide improved biting regardless of its orientation relative to the rock stratum.

Abstract: An illusionary device comprising an elongated body of predetermined outline having at least one portion thereof twisted about the longitudinal axis of the body. This twisted portion includes a surface which is modified and adapted so as to have an appearance of an axially moving, sinusoidal, optical wave pattern if said body is rotated. This includes a plurality of axially repeating features. Any one "feature" at a given axial location along the length of the twisted portion will appear to the viewer as varying periodically from a point, to a maximum for the feature, back to a point, and so on, as the body is rotated. Also, axially successive ones of the repeating features appear to the viewer as varying from a point to a maximum and back to a point over the length of each twist. The combined effect is such that the apparent axial movement of the wave pattern is enhanced when the body is rotated.