Abstract: A unitary top frame device adapted for use with palletized goods is disclosed that is light in weight, durable, reversible, easy to manufacture and has a minimum number of parts is disclosed. The frame (10) has a substantially flat first surface (11) and a second surface (12) with a reinforcement structure projecting outwardly therefrom and includes a pair of side members (13), a pair of end members (14), a first cross member (15) a second cross member (15). The reinforcement structure of each of the members (13,14,15,16) includes a plurality of longitudinal ribs (21) and transverse ribs (22). Interposed between each of the members (13,14,15,16) is reinforcement element, being either a center (31), corner (32) first intermediate (33) or a second intermediate (34) reinforcement element. Each side member (13) and each end member (14) further includes a strap slot (61) for receiving a strap member (S).

Abstract: A container for magnetic tape cassettes has a housing having a plurality of insertion openings, a plurality of base plates subdividing the housing into a plurality of individual compartments, arresting elements provided on the base plate and engaging in a reel hub of a cassette to prevent their turning, elements for guiding the cassettes and including complementary guides provided on the housing, elements for stressing a cassette in an inserted position and including a spring element arranged on a rear wall of the housing, and a releasable catch element provided on the base plate and holding a cassette in the inserted position.

Abstract: For use with a shoe having an upper and a sole and with a block downwardly extending from the lower portion of the sole adjacent to the heel and with a magnetic plate facing downwardly from the block, an improved replaceable heel having an upper surface with an upwardly facing recess therein and a magnetically responsive plate face upwardly on the lower surface of the recess.

Abstract: This invention relates to a packaging system for a needle and catheter which can be unsealed and the lid opened so that the catheter and needle can be removed after which the needle and catheter are inserted in a patient and then the needle is removed and replaced in the container and the container is closed so that the needle cannot accidentally contaminate and injure personnel.

Abstract: A silicone rubber based custom toe cap for ballet pointe shoes which is molded to fit the tips of relatively shorter toes inside a ballet pointe shoe so as to provide more even weight-bearing across the tips of all toes. The toe cap is fabricated by molding a putty-like settable compound about the ends of the shorter toes utilizing the ballet pointe shoe in place over the toes and moldable compound as a mold resulting in a custom toe cap which conforms exactly to the three dimensional surface and topography of the dancer's toes, the shoe walls and toe platform.

Abstract: Boot with a shell (1) comprising a shaft in two parts (2, 4), the rear part (4) of which is connected, on the one hand, to the shell and, on the other hand, to the front part (2) of the shaft by two pairs of links (5, 7) or equivalent means. The axes of the articulations on the rear part (4) are situated, in the closed position of the boot, on one side and the other of the plane containing the axes of articulation on the shaft and the front part (2) of the shaft. It is possible to open the shaft wide for putting the boot on, while having only a limited tilting backwards of the rear part. The upper connection can be associated with a closing lever.

Abstract: Insole formed as a composite of a network of reinforcing fibers embedded in a matrix of a thermoplastic material having a softening temperature in the order of 90.degree. C. and retains its softening for a reasonable time at a lower temperature that is not uncomfortable to the human skin. The insole is formed to the shape of the bottom of the wearer's foot by placing it while still soft in the shoe and allowing it to harden while being subjected to the wearer's standing weight.

Abstract: A carrier system for PGA components comprising a carrier frame and a removable retaining means for capturing a PGA component against an insulating plate in the carrier frame. Bumpers at opposite ends of the carrier dissipate mechanical shocks to protect the component. A removable alignment means coacts with the carrier frame to facilitate the positioning of a PGA component on the insulating plate. A removal means facilitates the disengagement of the removable retaining means from the carrier frame when it is appropriate to remove the PGA component.

Abstract: A composite tubular member having an outer cylindrical member containing fibers oriented to resist internal pressure while providing low bending stiffness, an inner smaller centrally located core member located near the neutral axis of composite tubular member containing fibers oriented to provide high axial stiffness, high tensile stremgth and low bending stiffness and web members containing fibers oriented to resist shear stress, connecting the outer cylindrical member and the inner core member to form at least two separate cells within the composite tubular member.

Abstract: An improved shoe pocket for carrying keys, spare change or the like on shoes includes a pocket formed between front and back faces of a sheet material. The pocket includes a flap portion which securely closes the pocket and is easily openable upon application of digital pull apart forces. The pocket is mounted to the shoe by way of two pairs of eyelets which permit the passage of a shoelace therethrough. An additional, double width eyelet in the back portion of the pocket permits the laces to continue to be threaded on the shoe side flaps and secured in a knot well above the pocket top flap without interfering therewith.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved golf club organizing device. The golf club organizing device is designed to be attached to a golf bag and includes openings therein for receiving woods and irons. In addition, the golf club organizing device includes features which permit the storage of golf balls, golf tees, score cards and pencils. The openings designed to receive the golf clubs also provide protection against the golf club heads being damaged by contact with other clubs.

Abstract: A shoe ventilation system which includes an upper having an air inlet and an air outlet disposed in the upper portion thereof, respectively, and a one-way air flowing member disposed in the lower portion thereof, an inner sole having a plurality holes in the sole portion thereof and a plurality of channels and an arch extended portion disposed in the bottom surface thereof for communicating with the air flowing member, whereby the interior of the shoe can be continuously ventilated.

Abstract: A lasting insole for a welted shoe. The lasting insole includes: a support layer; a rib for connecting an upper and a welt to the support layer; and connecting structure for connecting the rib to the support layer. The connecting structure is located between the rib and the support layer. Stress encountered during use of the welted shoe is shifted away from the connecting structure. Preferably, the stress is shifted by spaced apart grooves. The grooves are formed by projections which are pressed into the support layer. The projections also facilitate the formation of the rib.

Abstract: A shoe or boot, particularly for downhill or cross-country skiing, having a foot support zone, a sole, and an upper, in which the shoe or boot has a heating assembly located proximate the sole. The heating assembly includes a heating device such as a catalytic burner for producing heat, a plate for diffusion of the heat, the plate being located proximate the foot support zone, a source of fuel, a supply circuit for feeding fuel to the heating device, a valve for regulating the feeding of fuel to the heating device, and a heating control device, wherein the fuel source includes an interchangeable fuel cartridge, and wherein the interchangeable fuel cartridge is received and held on the upper of the shoe or boot.

Abstract: An article of footwear, for example, an athletic shoe designed for walking, running, or other sports activities. The article of footwear is provided with an upper, an outsole, and a midsole positioned between the outsole and the upper. The midsole has an upper surface upon which a sole of a foot is positioned during use of the article. The term "midsole" is meant to include any cushioning or other device placed within the footwear upon which a foot is positioned during use of the article. The midsole is also provided with an external cushioning spring. This spring includes an angled strip of resilient elastic material. One end of the strip is fixed on the surface of the midsole or outsole at a location at least 3 mm below the upper surface of the midsole. The other end of the strip is fixed on the surface of the midsole at least 3 mm vertically above the location at which the one end is fixed.

Abstract: An apparatus is set forth including spaced, vertical support members releasably mounted to a top horizontal frame member. Side vertical frame members include stabilizer legs pivotally mounted thereto to secure the organization in a vertical orientation for support of venetian blinds thereon. The top frame member includes a series of orthogonally and fixedly mounted pegs directed forwardly of the frame member to secure a venetian blind arrangement thereon. Plate bars are scissored and secured between the vertical frame members to enable collapsing of the organization when the top frame member is removed therefrom.

Abstract: A heel repair patch is provided that includes adhesive material so that it can be applied to the heel of the shoe. In a modification a built-in heel lift and tab which fits over the seam at heel breast for better holding thereto are included.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a kind of storage box, which is suitable for compact disk collection, comprising: top wall, bottom wall, right wall, left wall, rear wall, turnable front door and plate, whereas walls are generally connected by latching means located at proper positions on the corner to form a substantial rectangular box member. In addition, said plate is guided by front door on bottom wall provided with spaced apart ribs to allow insertion of compact disk there between. The storage box so made can facilitate the transportation problem, and save space for inventory.

Abstract: An electrically-operated plaque-removing dental cleaning machine provided with an elongated rotating brush shaft having helical brush tufts strips thereon, and a partial shield spaced from the brush strips for collecting particles dislodged from the teeth when the brush strips engage and sweep the teeth and the inter-dental areas.

Abstract: A unitary multilayer sole construction for an athletic shoe in which a stiffening board member is provided between the outsole and the mid-sole of the shoe. The stiffening board member is placed in the rear foot portion of the shoe and immediately adjacent the inner surface of the outsole.