Abstract: A support for a manikin is provided having a pair of opposed elongated extension members having a continuous substantially smooth outer surface forming a cradling surface to support a manikin minimizing the possibility that movement of the manikin will be interfered with through contact with the members when the manikin is removed from the cradling surface.

Abstract: A support for a manikin is provided having a pair of opposed upstanding extension members forming a cradling surface to support a manikin. One of the extension members is biased in an inward direction toward the second extension member to return to a normal position and moveable from the normal position in an outward direction away from the other extension member upon application of a pre-determined force on the extension member.

Abstract: A joint for rotatably connecting a distal part to a proximal part of a testing and training target the joint including a first member attachable to one of the distal part and the proximal part of the target, a second member attachable to the other of the distal part and the proximal part of the target with the first and second members being rotatable relative to each other and engageable with each other such that the first member may be rotated with respect to the second member between first and second positions and upon the application of a predetermined force rotated past the second position to a third position. A detent communicates with one or both of the first and second members preventing movement of the members past the second position to the third position until at least the first predetermined force is applied to one or both of the members.

Abstract: A releasable connecting member for a mannequin having a resiliently deformable first contact member with a contact area, connected to one of a support end and object attachment end, and a second contact member, connected to the other of the support end and object attachment end, contacting the contact area. The first contact member includes an adjuster for adjusting the mass of the first contact member in the contact area. The force required to overcome the contact force between the contact area and the second contact member is increased or decreased with a corresponding increase or decrease of mass of the first contact member at the contact area by the adjuster.

Abstract: A joint for releasably and pivotally connecting a mannequin to a support structure as might be used, for example in simulating martial arts skills such as those associated with judo, wrestling, jujitsu, akido, karate, taekwon do, etc. and other body contact sports including football, rugby and the like and in related testing, training and rehabilitative programs. The support structure includes a pivot member connected to the mannequin having a semispherical shaped pivot contact surface and an annular ring connected to the support having an annular ring contact surface for receiving the pivot member which permits circumductal rotation of the pivot member in the ring. A connector connects the pivot member to a resisting force which acts to constrain the pivot member within the ring against the ring contact surface and to permit pivotal movement of the pivot member within the ring against the force of the resisting force.

Abstract: A training mannequin for sparring and self-defense training is disclosed which employs a life-size mannequin torso in place of the traditional punching bags. The mannequin torso provides more realistic training and provides anatomically correct references as well as lifelike reaction and feel when struck. The mannequin is made from an outer skin filled with a flexible interior foam. The outer skin is formed from a flexible material which returns to its original shape even after it is deformed by a strong blow. This resilience allows the mannequin to absorb virtually unlimited blows without losing its shape, structure or feel. Further, the three dimensional nature of the mannequin allows training in realistic circumstances and from angles not possible with traditional punching bags.

Abstract: A mechanical mannequin apparatus for demonstrating medical management of human normal and abnormal airways is disclosed. The mechanical mannequin apparatus includes airway elements that resemble those found in infant, children and adult human beings and includes at least one restrictor mechanism attached to at least a portion of at least one of the airway elements for causing sealing engagement against and volume restriction of at least one of the airway elements. The mechanical mannequin apparatus also includes an esophagus tube member, a stomach cavity, jaw adjusting mechanism and neck adjusting mechanism.

Abstract: A marksmanship and weapons training mannequin is disclosed which employs a lifesize mannequin torso in place of the traditional paper targets. The mannequin torso provides more realistic training and provides anatomically correct aiming references. The mannequin is made from an outer skin filled with a flexible interior foam. The outer skin is formed from a flexible material which returns to its original shape even after a projectile passes through it. This resilience allows the mannequin to absorb thousands of rounds and still remain useful as a training tool. Further, the three dimensional nature of the mannequin allows training in realistic circumstances and from angles not possible with paper or hard plastic targets.

Abstract: A training system is formed by supporting a mannikin torso on a rigidly fixed base. The mannikin torso provides anatomically defined aiming references and may be attached to a frame which is supported by the base. The base allows the frame to be positioned either in a vertical or angled forward position to provide differing types of training. A harness is provided which is adapted to support the mannikin torso when it is detached from the frame and base. The harness has arm straps to allow a coach or trainer to move the mannikin torso to simulate more realistic sparring.

Abstract: Apparatus for teaching a technique known as the "abdominal thrust" or "upward thrust" for dislodging food from the throat of a choking victim. The device comprises a plastic manikin in the shape of a upper torso of a human being having an air bellows secured to the rear portion of the manikin within the hollow portion of the manikin and engaging a soft, flexible solar plexus plate located in a simulated position between where the lower rib would end and the lower portion of the stomach. The air bellows communicates with a tubular passage which is connected to the mouth of the victim. A bolus simulating a food particle is placed in the simulated throat and mouth piece and lodges against a shoulder which simulates the epiglottis in the esophagus. By engaging the solar plexus plate in the proper place and thrusting in the proper direction as taught by the technique, sufficient air is forced through the tubular passage to dislodge the bolus from the mouthpiece.

Abstract: Apparatus to artificially simulate arteries of a limb for training medical personnel to puncture arteries and veins. The device comprises a hollow arm shaped member constructed of a resilient material having two grooves formed on the exterior thereof in the area of the elbow and wrist simulating the brachial artery and radial artery area. A resilient artery is formed of tubing which is positioned through the hollow bore of the arm and through the grooves in the elbow and wrist area. A latex skin is positioned over the arm to cover the tubing and grooves to simulate the skin. The tubing is attached to a liquid container above the arm to simulate blood and cause a arterial or venous pressure for a lifelike back flow of liquid into the syringe.