Abstract: Step adapters for a rung ladder to provide increased support surface or area is described. In one embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform, lock and safety bar sections. The lock, safety bar and platform sections structurally engage a rung of a ladder, and the brace section supports the adapter against rails of a ladder so that the step adapter provides an extended step structure to ease standing on the ladder. In another embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform and lock sections, where the platform section side edges are configured to lock the step adapter in place on a rung of a ladder. A tray overlay can be used in combination with the step adapter (which serves as support) to provide an area for holding work-related items. The step adapter can also include a securing element as an additional safety feature to anchor the adapter to a ladder.

Abstract: Step adapters for a rung ladder to provide an increased support surface or area is described. In one embodiment, the step adapter includes a brace, a platform, a lock and a safety bar. The lock, safety bar and platform are provided to structurally engage or embrace a rung of a ladder, and the brace supports the adapter against the rails of a ladder so that in total the step adapter provides an extended step structure to ease standing on the ladder, especially for an extended period of time. In another embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform and lock sections, where the platform section side edges are configured to lock the step adapter in place on a rung of a ladder. A tray overlay is also described which when used in combination with the step adapter (which serves as a support) provides a service area for holding work-related items.

Abstract: Step adapters for a rung ladder to provide increased support surface or area is described. In one embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform, lock and safety bar sections. The lock, safety bar and platform sections structurally engage a rung of a ladder, and the brace section supports the adapter against rails of a ladder so that the step adapter provides an extended step structure to ease standing on the ladder. In another embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform and lock sections, where the platform section side edges are configured to lock the step adapter in place on a rung of a ladder. A tray overlay can be used in combination with the step adapter (which serves as support) to provide an area for holding work-related items. The step adapter can also include a securing element as an additional safety feature to anchor the adapter to a ladder.

Abstract: Step adapters for a rung ladder to provide an increased support surface or area is described. In one embodiment, the step adapter includes a brace, a platform, a lock and a safety bar. The lock, safety bar and platform are provided to structurally engage or embrace a rung of a ladder, and the brace supports the adapter against the rails of a ladder so that in total the step adapter provides an extended step structure to ease standing on the ladder, especially for an extended period of time. In another embodiment, the step adapter includes brace, platform and lock sections, where the platform section side edges are configured to lock the step adapter in place on a rung of a ladder. A tray overlay is also described which when used in combination with the step adapter (which serves as a support) provides a service area for holding work-related items.

Abstract: An applicator for use in cleaning surfaces, comprising: a bottom surface; a handle disposed above the bottom surface; means for releasably attaching a pad to the bottom surface; and an actuator, accessible from the handle, for actuating the means for releasably attaching the pad to the bottom surface. The means for releasably attaching preferably has a plurality of feet which move between a first position within the applicator to a second position outside the applicator. When the feet are in the second position they can contact a cleaning pad. The feet include means (such as a hook-and-loop fastener) for gripping the cleaning pad, so that when the feet are in the second position, which is the at-rest position, they grip the cleaning pad. When the feet are moved to the first position, they release the pad, allowing for the disposal thereof without having to touch the soiled pad.

Abstract: An applicator for use in cleaning surfaces, comprising: a bottom surface; a handle disposed above the bottom surface; means for releasably attaching a pad to the bottom surface; and an actuator, accessible from the handle, for actuating the means for releasably attaching the pad to the bottom surface. The means for releasably attaching preferably has a plurality of feet which move between a first position within the applicator to a second position outside the applicator. When the feet are in the second position they can contact a cleaning pad. The feet include means (such as a hook-and-loop fastener) for gripping the cleaning pad, so that when the feet are in the second position, which is the at-rest position, they grip the cleaning pad. When the feet are moved to the first position, they release the pad, allowing for the disposal thereof without having to touch the soiled pad.

Abstract: A system for modular gardening including a water module having a reservoir coupled to an aperture such that water in the reservoir flows out the water module via the aperture. The system also including a plant module having a housing having an aperture arranged to transfer water with another module and further having an open region on a top surface of the housing, a first conduit within the housing coupling the aperture and a regulator, a second conduit coupled to the regulator, the second conduit providing water to one or more water absorbent layers arranged atop the second conduit, and plant life at least partially embedded in at least one of the one or more water absorbent layers and receiving light through the open region.

Abstract: The present invention provides an overhead support apparatus for assisting a user while performing rehabilitation physical activities and includes a track assembly supported by the ceiling and a suspension device that depends from the track assembly and is attached to the user so that the apparatus acts to prevent the user from falling down during physical activities. The suspension assembly includes a trolley adapted to traverse the track assembly, a locking snap assembly attached to the trolley and associated with a swivel, and an adjustable lanyard that is connected to the swivel at one end and to a body harness at its opposite end, which body harness has straps for encircling the torso and legs of a user.

Abstract: A method, system, and computer program product. A method includes receiving a patient profile, the patient profile including a patient substance profile identifying a plurality of substances consumed by a patient and at least one patient-specific gene variant. The method includes identifying a gene associated with a first one of the plurality of substances, and performing a weighing process to determine an interaction between the first substance and the gene. The method includes producing a summary by the data processing system according to the determined interaction. Another method includes identifying at least one additional substance that has a potential effect on the patient, presenting the at least one additional substance to a user, receiving and storing a change to the patient profile based on the at least one additional substance.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a trailer hitch assembly for connecting a vehicle with a trailer. The trailer hitch assembly includes a slide tube which is configured for connection with the vehicle. The slide tube includes a first opening therein. A collar is disposed around and slidingly carried by the slide tube. The collar includes a second opening therein and an arcuate slot disposed in communication with the second opening. A pivot arm is pivotally connected at one end thereof to the collar. The pivot arm includes a third opening therein. A tongue is connected to an end of the pivot arm opposing the one end. A pin is carried by the pivot arm and is disposed within each of the third opening of the pivot arm and the arcuate slot of the collar.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a trailer hitch assembly for connecting a vehicle with a trailer. The trailer hitch assembly includes a slide tube which is configured for connection with the vehicle. The slide tube includes a first opening therein. A collar is disposed around and slidingly carried by the slide tube. The collar includes a second opening therein and an arcuate slot disposed in communication with the second opening. A pivot arm is pivotally connected at one end thereof to the collar. The pivot arm includes a third opening therein. A tongue is connected to an end of the pivot arm opposing the one end. A pin is carried by the pivot arm and is disposed within each of the third opening of the pivot arm and the arcuate slot of the collar.

Abstract: A pair of covers for the side walls of a pickup truck consist of an outer panel cover and an inner panel cover removably attached along an edge. The outer panel cover overlies the outside face of the side wall and the top rail, and fastens to the bottom edge of the side wall with specially shaped plastic hooks. The inner panel cover removably attaches to wall fasteners that in turn permanently attach to the inside face of the side wall forming part of the cargo bed. The two sides of the inner panel cover are made of materials with different textures, to allow the user a choice of surfaces for lining the bed. A number of tie-down straps provide points for securing a load in the bed. A strip of reinforcing material is attached to the outer panel cover along the section covering the top rail, and provides both stress relief and an attaching surface for the tie-down straps.

Abstract: An underwater flower stem cutter having a U-shaped frame adapted to fit into a mobile flower container which is partially filled with water. Securing means are arranged on a wall of the frame for securing it to a wall of the container in a position in which the frame is partially submerged in the water but is slightly spaced from the floor of the container. The securing means comprise an L-shaped bracket arranged across a rear wall of the frame with thumb screws extending through the bracket to secure the U-shaped frame to the container wall. A stem locator is secured to the frame in a submerged condition and substantially parallel with the floor. The locator comprises a pair of spaced arms extending from a body portion. Said arm are laterally separated by a cutting edge. A pair of pusher rollers are respectively arranged above and below the locator and are adapted to reciprocate transversely of the spaced arms.

Abstract: An aerobic step device comprising a platform and a detachable leg assemblies for maintaining the platform at selected heights above a support surface. The platform has a skirt depending from the edges of a top, flat rectangular surface. Each leg assembly includes a pair of laterally extending arms, each of which have a protrusion which engages a selected one of at least a pair of slots that are provided on the inner surface of opposed sides of the skirt, the slots being longitudinally and vertically offset from each other. The height of the platform depends into which slot the protrusion is received into. Ribs and locking tabs depend from the underside of the top surface of the platform to engage respective channels and openings in the leg assemblies in order to stabilize the device in its operative positions.

Abstract: An adjustable stepping structure for aerobic exercises comprising a platform upon which the participant places his or her feet, the platform being elevated above a support surface by means of one or more support elements which are capable of being detachably stacked upon each other until the platform is maintained at a selected distance above the support surface, depending upon the skill and physical characteristics of the participant.