Abstract: The invention is an improved portable hoist frame for use in automotive and other type work that requires a frame from which to hang a hoist to lift automotive components and other objects. The portable frame consists of detachable elements for a knock-down disassembly to facilitate transportation and handling thereof. The disassembly can be into four major subassemblies or further disassembled into individual members. Four wheel-like rollers on the frame permit movement on a base or framework of equipment on which work is being performed. Four clip-like attachments prevent sidewise movement of the frame during use. A hoist is attached to the top member of the assembled frame.

Abstract: The invention is an improved six-cycle engine that improves performance in fuel economy and in the power to size ratio. The six cycles are a first intake stroke, a compression and storing stroke, second intake stroke, a compression and combining stroke, the power stroke, and the exhaust stroke. The invention provides for using some of the fuel's energy that ordinarily is lost in the engine's cooling system, by absorbing heat after the first stroke and subsequently using it in the power stroke. A special configuration of a separate chamber for the compression of gases induced in the first intake stroke and a special configuration for the valve to that chamber are part of the design. Two induction cycles are included in the six cycles for each power stroke.

Abstract: The invention is an improved awning used on homes, mobile homes, and modular homes, where the area under the awning may be subsequently converted into an additional room. The structure provides a rigid insulating panel between the roofing material panels and the supporting framework to reduce the conduction of temperature extremes and the elimination of condensation on the inside surface of supporting framework.

Abstract: The invention is an improved enclosure for electronic speakers used in sound reproduction equipment. The enclosure is in the form of a pyramid with the speaker mounted at a precise position within the enclosure to give improved results in sound reproduction. The invention includes associated mountings for support equipment within the enclosure and in relation to the enclosure.

Abstract: An improved hair curler that provides for a plurality of stages of hair curling with increasing wave lengths along the length of the hairs of the head. The improved hair curler may be used on short hair or very long hair. The multi-stages provide for a selectivity of lengths for short hair. The improved curler consists of a plurality of removably insertable curler components that nest one within the other in a manner similar to a telescoping mechanism. An elastic tie provides a means for securing the plurality of removably insertable components together and, at the same time, holds the hair in place on the curler. A port hole in one end provides a means for applying wave solution to the hair rolled on the interior of the roller, with communicating slots to permit the solution to seep through to the hair at the periphery of the spiraling rolls of hair.

Abstract: The invention is an improved controlled natural purification system for an advanced wastewater treatment and protein conversion and recovery. The system provides for treating municipal wastewater and associated organic industrial discharges anaerobically and aerobically. The system consists of such treatments in a tank complex where the waste organics are reduced to inorganic forms available for microalgae culture in tanks uniquely designed for rapid growth. The system includes a recovery mechanism to recover the algae for food purposes. Utilizing organic wastewater as the renewable resource, the system has the potential to develop from a wastewater treatment process that removes excess nutrients, producing reusable water and a commercially valuable algal by-product, to large scale algae farming cost-effectively producing millions of tons per year of sterile, stable, high protein algal foodstuff.

Abstract: The invention is an improved liquid level indicator for the liquid in a reservoir. The invention consists of float mechanism in a framework which permits the float mechanism to be immersed in the liquid in the reservoir and float thereon. The float mechanism magnetically controls a companion device in a hollow enclosure, protected from contact with the liquid in the reservoir. As the level of the liquid in the reservoir changes and the float mechanism follows the changing level of the liquid, it likewise changes the position of the companion device through its magnetic control. The companion device is wired to signal the liquid level at an appropriate read-out site.

Abstract: A sheath and sheath knife wherein the sheath is of rigid construction fabricated from a formed metallic liner and a leather covering. This invention relates to a sheath knife and unique sheath device assembly. The assembly is of a nature incorporating a rigid belt type sheath device adapted to receive a waist-line belt through a belt loop portion thereof. The sheath device is configured to provide a discreet offset between the plane of the belt loop portion and its holding sheathing portion.

Abstract: The invention is an improved method and apparatus for determining the quantity of solids being conveyed in a slurry that is moving in a pipe. The method and apparatus combines a density-sensitive flowmeter (elbow meter) with a density-insensitive flowmeter (ultrasonic doppler flowmeter) to determine the quantity of solids conveyed in a slurry that is moving in a pipe. Velocity is determined by using a sonic flowmeter which is not affected by slurry specific gravity. Specific gravity is determined by dividing the signal from an elbow meter, which is a linear function of specific gravity, by the square of the sonic flowmeter signal. Numerous methods and apparatus are included to improve the accuracy of both the sonic flowmeter and the elbow meter.

Abstract: The invention is a system of a plurality of extensions for a nozzle on dispensing cans or cartridges of various materials, as for example a cartridge of caulking compound. The normal nozzle on a container of material is usually very short and is useless in confined areas where the point of application is beyond the reach of the existing nozzle. The present invention provides a series of interlocking extensions which can be added to the short nozzle on the cartridge to reach the point of application at a range of distance.

Abstract: The invention is an improved chuck for machining operations. It consists of a disc-like piece with tooth-like projections around the periphery, and a removable centering piece at the center thereof. The improved chuck is held in an ordinary three-jaw chuck in a lathe when in use. The work piece is centered on the improved chuck on the side with the tooth-like projections and held in place there by the pressure of a rotating bull-nose tailstock. The improved chuck permits machining the outside surface with the single set-up, whereas the prior art requires two set-ups, usually alternately in a three-jaw and a four-jaw chuck with various attendant difficulties.

Abstract: The invention is a disposable pet dish for feeding and watering pets. The disposable dish is presented in several embodiments to stand alone or to fit a variety of support frame structures. Such support frame structures, as part of the invention, may be of a wire frame type structure or of a monolithic molded frame type structure. The disposable dish may be formed in several configurations to fit the support structures. The disposable pet dishes are easily transported when travelling and eliminate the need for constant washing. It is a sanitary approach to pet feeding, to keep an area clean so that insects, rodents, and other pests are kept under control, and to provide a simple effective means of controlling the eating habits of pets.

Abstract: The invention is an improved safety method and device for clamps used in medical solution administration systems. The safety device is an effective cover for the operating mechanism of the clamp that forces the attendant medical person to take deliberate action to reach the operating mechanism. In so doing, the medical attendant is induced to first observe and read the label of the solution line to ascertain and assure selection of the proper feed line and then take the deliberate action of exposing the operating mechanism.Thus, safety is inserted in the medical action to prevent careless selection of a solution line and improper setting of the valve clamp.The safety device consists of a flap or cover over the mechanism that must be raised to operate the mechanism. A label on the device identifies the solution line involved so as to permit proper selection of the desired line.

Abstract: The invention is an improved apparatus for the application of plastics stretch films to materials and items to be packaged and secured as a unit or packaged and secured to a shipping and transporting means. The apparatus consists of a pair of insertable adapters for the ends of a cylindrical core which holds a supply of plastic stretch films and a pair of tubular-like grip means for said insertable adapters. The grip means serves as a control means for the speed of paying out the plastics stretch film material, and as a means for applying tension on the film during the course of applying it to materials and items. The apparatus may be used for manual or machine application of film to materials. Brake shoe equivalents of the grip means may be used for machine applications.

Abstract: The invention is an improved process and process equipment for preparing beef for cooking, particularly for cooking on a vertical rotisserie. The process is a step-by-step procedure for preparation of the beef. The process uses special process equipment of this invention that molds and compresses the beef preparation in a specific way to accomplish the end result that overcomes problems of the prior art in preparing beef for cooking on a vertical rotisserie.

Abstract: The invention is an improved opener device for opening sealed cans of the type using a pull-tab to initiate the opening. The device consists of rod-like tool having a handle on one end and a series of notches on the opposite end. One of the notches near the end hooks into the pull-tab and the other notches are on the opposite side and serve as a holding means on the rim of the can be opened and concurrently as a fulcrum point for the lever action to lift the pull-tab and thereby opening the can.

Abstract: The invention is a game in which a small piece, called a caddy, is pitched or thrown by a player of one side to a specified location, with certain restrictive requirements, and a player of the other side thereafter, under certain requirements, may play upon the small game piece or caddy with a bat-like game piece in a particular manner. A scoring system is established based on plays made with the bat-like game piece and the caddy and the resulting action taken by the opposing side.

Abstract: The invention is an improved female catheter that is applied and used externally. It is particularly useful for the incontinent patient. The external female catheter is an extremely thin-walled device that is of substantially flat configuration that completely covers the entire vulva area of the female. The extremely thin walls expand easily and readily for temporary surges of expelled urine that increase the volume, but the thin walls return to the substantially flat configuration as the urine is drained out of the device. The device is reinforced at the edges by a thickening of the thin walls. The device is attached to the patient with an adhesive. Once attached to the female, it can remain in place for a considerable period of time and is capable of being flushed for sanitary purposes without removing it. The device is fitted with a drainage system to carry off expelled urine to a container attached to the leg.

Abstract: The invention is an improved gripping device for use by handicapped persons. The gripping device consists of double acting jaws that grips the item to be picked up or lifted, a forward arm section, a rearward arm section, and a control mechanism to control the gripping action of the double acting jaws and the hinge action between the forward arm section and the rearward arm section. The device can be operated with one hand. It can also be operated from a wheel chair.