Abstract: The methods are disclosed to introduce catalysts and fluids into an apparatus and/or media to effect remediation of contaminants, improve soil fertility and permeability, control undesirable pests, or create useful chemicals or food. Aerobic metabolism of compounds in a media is facilitated through the transfer of fluids, such as air. The apparatus and methods provide an environment for select organisms, including refugia and nutrient substrate. The biodegradable composition of the apparatus is partially transformed by catalytic treatment. Catalysts or remediation agents are produced in-situ, for specific applications that provide a range of retention, activation, activity, and release profiles.

Abstract: A strapping system for positioning and transporting a motorcycle or similar vehicle in an upright position include two interconnected straps with reinforced cuffs. The cuffs have a cylindrical body and strap attachment housing contiguously formed and a reinforcement ring substantially enclosed within the walls of the cylindrical body and strap attachment housing.

Abstract: This apparatus introduces catalysts and fluids into a media to effect remediation of contaminants, improve soil fertility and permeability, control undesirable pests, or create useful chemicals or food. The apparatus generates and releases enzymes, metabolites, and biologically active organisms. Aerobic metabolism of compounds in a media is facilitated through the transfer of fluids, such as air. The apparatus and methods provide an environment for select organisms, including refugia and nutrient substrate. The biodegradable composition of the apparatus is partially transformed by catalytic treatment. Catalysts or remediation agents are produced in-situ, for specific applications that provide a range of retention, activation, activity, and release profiles. The apparatus is placed in contact with media. Catalytic infusion of media by biological consortia, such as fungi, releases exudates that transform or biodegrade materials.

Abstract: A method and system is provided which facilitates the process of the learning music reading related to the playing of keyboard instruments through associating the staff lines on the bass and treble clefs with the ten corresponding keys on a keyboard by marking those keys.

Abstract: A system and method for enabling automated activation of a temperature control shaft of a gas valve includes an electric motor having a motor shaft and integral coupler, wired to a relay control circuit and controlled by a standard electric timer device.

Abstract: A material transport system and method of use is disclosed herein. The system includes a base assembly having an adjustable width, a material support platform hingedly attached to the base assembly, the platform supported angularly above the base assembly by at least two support tubes hingedly attached to the base assembly, a left pair and a right pair of rail guides aligned along the length of the base assembly, the rails removably attached to the underside of the base assembly, and a left pair and a right pair of wheels axially mounted between each rail guide pair, the bottom edges of the rail guides extending past the edges of the wheels, the system characterized in that the rail guides and wheels enable the transport system to be pulled along the rails of a ladder by wire, rope, or like component attached to the transport system.

Abstract: An intermediate cable fairlead is comprised of a frame assembly, a left and right wheel assembly affixed to the frame assembly, and a pulley wheel attached to the wheel assembly. The intermediate cable fairlead can be attached to a ladder and utilized to move material from the ground up to or over the intermediate cable fairlead. The device can also be utilized as a stop to hold a load in position on a ladder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a door hinge that allows a door to stay closed without the use of additional hardware. Conventional hinges merely support the door they are mounted on. The unique features of the hinge of the present invention allow a door to remain closed due to the integral strike and catch components of the hinge itself. This eliminates the time and expense for installation of traditional mechanical or magnetic closure systems on the non-hinge end of the door and frame.

Abstract: A tissue slicing device is comprised of parallel circular blades coaxially connected to a rotary shaft. The blades are separated by gaps. A guide member is supported by a hinge adjacent the blades. An adjustment screw is positioned behind the guide member to control the distance between the guide member and the blades. The device includes a tissue carrier which is comprised of a base member and parallel plates extending from a top side of the base member. The plates are spaced to correspond with the gaps between the blades. Holes in the plates are aligned to define a tissue chamber for receiving a tissue sample. When the tissue carrier is positioned on the guide member and the blades rotated to drive the tissue carrier along the guide member, the tissue chamber is driven into the blades so the tissue sample is simultaneously cut into a plurality of slices.

Abstract: A nursing pillow with integrated privacy panels that provide privacy to mothers while breast feeding infants. The pillow is U-shaped having a soft filler material and a pillow case. A neck strap helps keep the pillow close to the mother. The infant is supported on the pillow and kept in close proximity to the mother's body. The pillow folds in on itself for ease of transport and storage.

Abstract: A ladder ridge anchor device and system incorporating new and improved mechanisms are disclosed herein for attaching a ladder to a roof ridge anchor to secure a ladder over the roof ridge of a building. These improvements also allow the user to easily adjust the position of the ladder relative to the roof ridge anchor to facilitate work on and access to the roof or other building areas. Stabilizing components help prevent lateral movement of the ladder with respect to the attached ridge anchor and extension components elevate the ladder and roof ridge anchor off the surface of the roof.

Abstract: A structural insulated panel includes a structural chase or cavity to accommodate connection of the panel to an anchoring device embedded in a foundation or load bearing footing. An embodiment of the panel also includes an opening through an outer panel member providing physical and visual access to the connection within the structural chase. Another embodiment provides for an insulated structural chase also capable of accommodating an anchoring device and connecting member.

Abstract: A hinge for detachably anchoring a door to a frame of a piece of furniture includes a mounting and adjustment assembly mounted on the frame, a hinge cup attached to an arm and upper plate, and a locking mechanism attached to the upper plate. An embodiment of the mounting and adjustment assembly includes a base/mounting plate, an adjustment plate and a connecting plate. An embodiment of the locking mechanism is spring actuated to facilitate installation and removal of the door.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a drawer slide assembly with an integral strike and catch mechanism to inhibit inadvertent opening of a drawer. The structure of the present invention comprises at least two drawer slide members slidably engaged. One slide member includes an adjustable strike and another slide member includes a catch. The strike and catch engage when the drawer is closed and thus prevent inadvertent opening of the drawer. A strike fastener allows for quick and effective adjustment of the strike position which partially determines the pull force necessary to open the drawer.

Abstract: A padded end cap made of resilient material for cushioning the end of lifting hoist arms of automotive lifts. One embodiment of this solid body cushioning apparatus (10) contains a plurality of vertical and horizontal attachment surfaces to affix the apparatus to the substantially square or rectangular end of a vehicle lifting arm. Another solid body embodiment provides at least one concave attachment surface to affix the cushioning apparatus to the substantially cylindrical, circular or semi-circular end of a vehicle lifting arm.