Abstract: A liquid display that has a plurality of adjacent parallel tubes filled with a fluid and connected to a source of air that introduces bubbles into the tubes, so that the combination of bubbles form a word, or another recognizable graphic display. Each tube has a valve connected to the air supply, that controls the duration and flowrate of air injected into the tube so that a single bubble is formed within the tube. The valves are connected to a computer that opens and closes each valve to produce a pattern of bubbles in accordance with a computer program within the computer. The program creates a combination of bubbles that together depict a legible design or display.

Abstract: A mechanical device connectable to the upper end of a central column extending from a chair base for the synchronous movement and locking of the seat and backrest of a chair. The device includes a first bracket connected to the column. A second bracket for connection to the seat is pivotally connected to the first bracket by a first axis. A third bracket for connection to the backrest is pivotally connected to the second bracket. A third axis is connected to the first bracket and extends through slots in the third bracket for limiting the rotation thereof. A fourth axis is connected to the second bracket and is connected to the third axis by a plurality of slotted disks. The third axis is operative to selectively lock the disks in a stationary position to prevent pivotal movement of the second and third brackets.

Abstract: An adjustable support for banners comprises at least a pair of stanchions for connection to a banner. The stanchions each define an array of transverse slots distributed along the length of each stanchion. At least a pair of spaced brackets are attached to a support structure, each of the brackets defining a longitudinal aperture slidably receiving one of the stanchions in one of variable longitudinal positions. The brackets each also define transverse slot capable of registry with at least one transverse slot of the stanchion received in the longitudinal aperture. First removable cross bar extend through the transverse slot of each bracket and the transverse slot or slots of the stanchion received in each bracket. Extension spring may be provided to connect a banner to each stanchion to assist in wind resistance of the banner.

Abstract: A sign assembly includes a plurality of rectangular display panels or slats which have a front surface for displaying written or graphic information and a planar obverse surface. The obverse surface has a pair of relatively narrow linear, parallel extending channels defined therein. Each channel is enlarged within an interior of the panel portions, preferably with a substantially circular transverse cross-section. The enlarged portion is larger in cross-section than the channel portion such that reaction surfaces are defined adjacent the channel portion facing toward the front of the panel. A mounting assembly includes an integral attaching plate which has a generally planar forward face for engaging the obverse surface of the display panels. A neck or web portion which adapted to be slidingly received in the channel portion of the panels is integrally connected with the attachment plate.

Abstract: A rotary file is disclosed herein for holding a plurality of photo holders slideably carried on a pair of spaced-apart rings between support members which are mounted on a base by a swivel mechanism. The rings include an extension arm securing each ring to a turning shaft having its opposite ends rotatable through the spaced support members. Each ring includes a space or gap between opposing end segments selectively opened and closed by a closure element such as a movable sleeve or the like. Each photo holder includes openings to receive the rings so as to be slideably carried thereon. Knobs mounted on opposite ends of the turning shaft permit manual rotation of the shaft about a horizontal axis while the photo holders are loosely held on the rings.

Abstract: A tubular housing includes a medially positioned intermediate web extending from a bottom wall of the housing to a transparent top wall thereof, having first and second message plates arranged for sliding in telescoping reception relative to the tubular housing, with the intermediate web and the message plates including abutment flaps in cooperative relationship to guide, display and limit projection of the message plates relative to the intermediate web.

Abstract: An edgelit luminaire 10 and a display panel 26 for same in which light generated by a light source 30 is evenly distributed throughout the panel. The panel is formed of a sheet 27 of transparent or semi-transparent plastics, one side of which bears a sign, notice or graphic symbol 32. The sign 32 has sections of different opacity. A plurality of uniformly sized and uniformly spaced dots 34 are overprinted over the sign 32 and the panel 26 to form a half-tone of a color matching, complimenting or contrasting with that of the sign 32. The dots 34 are luminous such that light impinging thereon is reflected and transmitted throughout the panel 26 ensuring an even light distribution.

Abstract: A display device which can be used in combination with, for example, telephones, computers, keyboards or other similar devices to conveniently display useful information such as speed dialing numbers. Also described is a combined device and display device and methods of using the display device described herein.

Abstract: A rear loaded picture frame of four integral joined side members having rebates with resilient flaps thereon movable between a first position allowing loading of a picture element and backing board and a second position wherein free edge portions on the flaps are resiliently deformed against the backing board to hold it and the picture elements in position in the rebate.

Abstract: A display card holder fixable to an underside metal surface of a shelf. It comprises a sheet of transparent plastic material, folded in flat segments in order to present the card to be displayed at an angle. The segment to be attached to the underside metal surface of the shelf has a magnet in the form of a strip adhesively fixed thereto.

Abstract: A cosmetic container comprising a hollow body for containing cosmetics therein, a cap adapted to be secured at one end to the body and a band adapted to be mounted onto the cap. The cap has first, second and third cap portions. The first cap portion has a plurality of indicia. The second cap portion is positioned adjacent the first cap portion and has a plurality of embossments with each embossment aligned with a different one of the plurality of indicia. The second cap portion also has a plurality of tabs. The band has first, second and third surface portions. The first surface portion fits about the first cap portion and has a hole through which the indicia can be viewed. The second and third surface portions are sized to fit about the second cap portion. The second surface portion has an inside surface with a plurality of grooves therein.

Abstract: A photographic greeting card (20) for displaying a photograph (22) including a frame sheet (32) and a greeting card sheet (34). The frame sheet (32) includes a border section (48) with a center section (56) which is surrounded by the border section (48). The center section (56) is removable from the border section (40) such that an adhesive (54) is exposed on an inside surface (40) of the border section (48) for holding a margin (28) of the photograph (22). A fold line including a plurality of spaced die cuts (72) and a plurality of interspaced uncut segments (76) interconnect the frame sheet (32) and the card sheet (34) for folding the frame sheet (32) relative to the card sheet (34) and for separating the frame sheet (32) from the card sheet (34). Finally, the greeting card sheet (34) and the frame sheet (32) can form a frame into which the photograph (22) is permanently sealed. To prevent misalignment of the two halves of the frame during folding and sealing an adhesive alignment strip (86) is provided.

Abstract: A quick change multi-picture frame apparatus (10) for receiving a plurality of subframes (100) having magnetic members (103) provided on their back surfaces; wherein, the apparatus (10) includes a multi-compartmented mainframe (20) having a magnetically attractive element (13) provided in each of the compartments (12) for releasably receiving the subframes (100).

Abstract: A corner connector for securing two picture frame channel members abutted in solid, right angle relation. Each of two legs of the corner connector is disposed at right angle to one another, and has grooves to engage the end of one frame channel member. Each leg supports one or more resiliently biased projections bearing against a frame channel member inserted therein. The projections are angled so as to be pushed aside by a channel member being inserted into the corner connector, but to bind against the channel member when the channel member is withdrawn. The projections are accessible through an orifice in the rear of the corner connector. The connector is generally triangular, a third side of the triangle being formed by a panel spanning the right angle defined between the two legs.

Abstract: A picture frame unit is disclosed that is particularly useful for lighting displayable materials such as three dimensional photographs and two dimensional photographs. The unit is portable and includes an enhanced illumination planar display area. The unit also includes an illumination source mounted in front of the picture for creating an optical illusion to the eyes that the display area extends deeply into the frame unit.

Abstract: A three dimensional greeting card that has its three dimensional aspect on the front face of the greeting card. The greeting card has a front panel, a rear panel joined to the front panel, and a shelf attached to the front face of the front panel so that a character object may rest on the upper side of the shelf.

Abstract: A pop-up display device is erectable to provide, for example, a pop-up action figure as part of a baseball card or the like. The device comprises a flat base portion forming a support for the device and an erectable display portion disposed in a non-erected state so as to overlie the base portion and including a pop-up portion partially cut out from the erectable display portion adjacent to a central transverse fold line therein. Disposed between the erectable display portion and the base portion is a pull tab member which includes a pull tab located at one end thereof and which is secured to the erectable display portion such that a pulling force exerted on the pull tab will cause the erectable display portion to elevate from the plane of the base portion at the fold line and to thereby cause the pop-up portion to be erected so as to extend outwardly from the remainder of the erectable display portion at the fold line. A blank for making the device is also provided.

Abstract: A display apparatus and a display method using this apparatus in which a plurality of circulating members are accommodated in two accommodation chambers formed in a frame. The circulating members are circulated by being moved vertically or laterally by first and second feed devices and first and second transport devices so that the display is successively changed, thereby enabling various information items to be displayed easily and conveniently.

Abstract: A patterned indicia forming system (10) is provided which includes the combination of a flexible carrier layer (18) and a flexible backing layer (28). A plurality of sets of indicia elements (20) are sandwiched between the carrier layer (18) and the backing layer (28). Each set (20) of indicia elements is formed of individual indicia elements (22) which may be removed from a selective set (20) to form a patterned indicia element (16) which may be mounted on a base surface (14). Through use of the patterned indicia forming system (10), a user may inexpensively and simply provide an aesthetically pleasing and professional looking set of sign indicia (16) mounted on a base surface (14).

Abstract: A beverage advertising display is provided with a motorized simulation of a liquid pouring out of an aluminum beverage can and provided with a battery compartment for easy access and replacement of batteries. The liquid pouring simulation is achieved by rotating a tapered ribbon affixed by a disc to a rotatable shaft on a motor. The disc is concentrically affixed to a circular surface area at the top end of the ribbon. The battery compartment holds a pair of batteries inside a pair of cavities in the bottom section of the beverage container. A double-ended spring clip rotatably mounted between the cavities holds the batteries therein, provides electrical contact between the batteries to power the motor, and provides easy access to replace the batteries.