Abstract: A table game of football, which is played upon a game board, upon which there is imprinted different positions for football players, together with movements in a play, the game additionally including an instruction sheet, a score keeper, a plurality of playing pieces, and a deck of cards.

Abstract: This invention is for an improved print-out reader rack for use in the computer industry or the like for supporting a binder having print-out sheets contained therein. This rack consists of a carbon steel rod framework having two parallel spaced sides inclined upwardly and terminating in vertical legs for positioning the sides at an angle to the horizontal. Cross filler members are positioned between the sides to give rigidity to the framework. The front of the rack is formed angularly upwardly to receive the back of the binder. A weighted arm is pivotally mounted to one side of the rack to hold sheets of a binder in operative position.

Abstract: The invention is an improved method for electrical grounding of plastics coated chain link fabric that is usually used for fences or similar enclosures. The invention provides a method for grounding by employing an insulating coating containing conductive particles to form a continuous linkage or electrical path through and between all wires that compose the fabric. The said fabric, after said continuous linkage or electrical path is established, is then grounded at various intervals along the length of the fence or enclosure and thus effectively electrically grounds the fabric.

Abstract: The invention is an improved method for the electrical grounding of insulation coated chain link fabric that is usually used for fences or similar enclosures. The invention provides a continuous wire at the top or bottom, or both, edges of the erected fabric that electrically connects each of the insulation coated wires which make up the fabric. The continuous wire is then grounded at intervals along the length of the fence or enclosure and thus effectively electrically grounds the fabric. Numerous variations in the configuration of the wire are included in the embodiments for accomplishing the grounding.

Abstract: Set of gymnasium equipment for use by wheelchair patients that is lightweight and portable, with specific apparatus for exercising muscles in the fingers, wrists, arms, ankles, neck, back, thighs, shoulders, and other parts of the body. A framework of tubular members surrounds the wheelchair on its two sides and the back. A portion of the tubular framework extends upward above the wheelchair to carry arm exercising devices on weighted cables. Other exercising devices for the hands are mounted on the side rails of the framework and for the arms across the main upright stanchions of the overhead framework. A framework, of tubular members is clipped to the main frame to extend in front of the wheelchair with leg exercise bars on weighted cables set into the clipped on framework. Other special exercising features are included. The gymnastic equipment is adjustable to fit variations in patient stature.

Abstract: The invention is a physical therapeutical treatment device for children suffering from diseases, or afflictions such as cerebral palsy. The system is provided with attractive toy-like elements that are associated with various magnitudes of tension elastic to provide several degrees of exercise effort; the attractive toy-like elements inducing participation in the exercise activities. Provisions are included for varying the magnitude of the tension and also varying the height of reach in order to induce greater effort in the exercise, both in the work effort and in the stretching effort.

Abstract: A process for making a cake and icing having a highly porous structure having an icing coated on and entrained throughout the porous structure by combining an effervescent beverage cola into a flour based batter, baking, adding additional holes to the hot baked cake and subsequently adding an effervescent cola based icing to the hot cake thereby causing the effervescing icing to penetrate the interior pores of the cake as well as providing a coating thereon.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to cleaning of carpets, upholstery and the like by "wet" processes such as the hot water extraction process. In particular, the invention provides an improved method and apparatus for cleaning surfaces comprised of fabric or fabric-like material wherein a cleaning liquid is sprayed over the surface immediately prior to subjecting said surface to suction, such as by a vacuum apparatus. The apparatus is provided with a cleaning head having a vacuum motor mounted thereon to increase the vacuum being pulled at the inlet to the cleaning head, a certain vacuum level being usually pulled by vacuum apparatus in a mobile tank remote from the cleaning head. Sediment-laden liquid pulled into the cleaning head is channeled to the remote mobile tank while only air is pulled through the vacuum motor mounted on the cleaning head.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for catalytically oxidating grease, fats, oils and/or other hydrocarbons in fumes rising from a source thereof. In particular, grease and odor-laden air streams, i.e. hydrocarbon-laden air streams, emanating from a source such as a cooking grill or the like are heated to a temperature at which passage over a catalyst causes flameless oxidation of the organic material in the air stream at a temperature below combustion temperature, the organic material being converted essentially to carbon dioxide and water, with release of at least some heat energy. The oxidized and heated air stream is ducted in countercurrent relation or in identically parallel direction, to the relatively cooler hydrocarbon-laden air stream which is being ducted toward the catalyst, heat exchange from the oxidized air stream to the hydrocarbon-laden air stream thereby occurring to at least partially heat the hydrocarbon-laden air stream.

Abstract: This invention is an improved security door lock, particularly to night security latching arrangements, and specifically to a portable door lock that can be carried during travel for use in securing hotel and motel doors against entry. The portable door lock of this invention can also be used in the home or permanent residence for security against the entry of unauthorized persons. The convenient small size and configuration of this device makes it possible to carry it in the pocket, on a key-chain, or in a suitcase compartment while travelling.

Abstract: The invention is an improved method and apparatus for making a gate or fence panel assembly for a fenced enclosure. In particular, the invention provides a novel and unique method and apparatus for holding chain link fabric in a gate or fence panel. The frame of the gate or panel is provided with a plurality of teeth-like ridges in the interior sides of the special channel-like members of the frame, into which special clips or retainers mesh by press-fit and hold the chain link fabric in place. The said clips or retainers being capable of providing tension on the chain link fabric to keep it taut. Special interior corner connectors are provided in the invention to secure the frame in a rectangular or other geometrical shape or configuration, with special designed cover clips for the mitred joint at the corners of the gate.

Abstract: The invention is an improved insulating or storm window application for windows of homes. The zipper-type window of this invention provides an easy and quick method of installation or removal of the insulating portion and, in addition, provides the beholder an attractive and decorative enclosure when viewed from the interior of the house. The insulating portion may be removed during portions of the year and the decorative interior aspect is not altered. The zipper-type window of this invention is insulation for both summer and winter conditions.

Abstract: A method and preferred apparatus for introducing radio frequency isolation near the base of a conductive tower to prevent significant flow of RF current into the ground, thereby to produce an elevated vertical antenna. The invention further relates to a method and apparatus for introducing RF power into the upper portion of the isolated tower to cause said portion to radiate or receive at desired frequencies. Isolation and "excitation" are accomplished by the placement of tuned shortened quarter wave conductive sections along selected portions of the tower, the quarter wave sections used for antenna excitation being also used for impedance transformation to match a coaxial transmission line of nominal inmpedance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the induction of interferon production in the cells of living organisms, including human beings. According to the invention, nucleic acid complexes, such as the polyriboinosinate and polycytidylate complex (rI.sub.n .multidot.rC.sub.n), are modified to yield unpaired bases, (uracil or guanine) along the polycytidylate strand which render the complexes more readily hydrolyzable by nucleases present in living cells. The modified complexes retain their ability to stimulate interferon release by the cells but are rendered more vulnerable to destruction within the cells, the modified complexes being significantly less toxic than the original complexes. In addition, polyinosinate strand now has been prepared to contain 5-16% 2'-O-methyl inosinate residues, designated as (rI.sub.5-20, 2'-MeI).sub.n. The new complex (rI.sub.5-20, 2'-MeI).sub.n .multidot.rC.sub.n, exhibits 100-fold more activity than rI.sub.n .multidot.rC.sub.n as an interferon inducer in human cells.

Abstract: This invention relates to a conversion unit for converting an ordinary standard sitting chair to a rocking chair. The conversion unit is adjustable and as such is adaptable to any type chair. The conversion unit is essentially a rocking frame that attaches to the four legs of the chair with a novel and unique arrangement of connecting pieces and for easy removal when it is desired to convert the rocking chair back to an ordinary chair. From a standpoint of a user this invention might be descriptively referred to as a "Rock-A-Chair".

Abstract: An improved electrical heater using a vacuum surrounding the heating element instead of the usual gaseous or liquid medium for transfer of the heat to external means of dissipation. The heating element, enclosed and sealed in a surrounding encasement which has been evacuated after being sealed, transmits its heat across the vacuum by radiation to the encasement and thence to a series of fins as the means of external dissipation. The heater thereby improves the efficiency of the utilization of the electrical energy used to supply the heat source. The heat dissipating fins are provided with integral spacer lips and are secured on the surrounding encasement by end plates which are formed with downwardly extending portions forming feet on which to stand the heater.

Abstract: This invention is for an adjustable configuration toy which can be adapted to form various configurations, such as the letters of the alphabet, numerals, truss and beam arrangements and the like. It consists of a plurality of module units which can be coupled together at their ends by male and female coupling elements.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for shaving ice for use in the confections industry. The device comprises a series of components in concentric vertical alignment, at the top of which is an insulated hopper for charging the operating mechanism with a supply of chunks or pieces of ice in regular or random form or configuration, a revolving mechanism for shaving the ice and expelling the snow-like particles of ice through a chute, and a motor to cause the aforementioned mechanism to revolve. The parts of the revolving mechanism are removable through the hopper for cleaning without the use of tools. The actuator for the switching device for operating the motor is also removable without tools for cleaning and servicing. This improved device for shaving ice features a variation in textures of ice particles, a novel agitator to improve ice contact with shaving blades, total sanitary design, and improved disassembly construction.