Abstract: A mechanic's creeper comprising a one-piece creeper frame; a first set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a first side of the creeper frame; a second set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a second side of the creeper frame; a first rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and supporting at least one stopper thereon; a second rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and spaced from the first shaft and supporting at least one stopper thereon, the shafts each rotatable between a stopper up condition and a stopper floor-engaging condition; a linking bar connecting the first and second shaft and providing the shafts with corresponding movement; and an actuating lever connected to an end of the first shaft and moving the shafts between the stopper up condition and stopper floor-engaging condition through a one-step process.

Abstract: An adaptable vehicle driveshaft support apparatus comprising an elongated rigid main body having a first end and a second end, a first rigid arm extending from the first end of the elongated rigid main body with the first rigid arm including a driveshaft-supporting bracket thereon, a second rigid arm extending from the second end of the elongated rigid main body with the second rigid arm having a driveshaft supporting bracket thereon, and a mounting device attached to the main body for securing the rigid main body to a lifting device.

Abstract: Systems, methods and computer program products for tracking objects in an area of interest are described. According to an embodiment, an object is tracked as follows. First position information relating to the object is received from a first sensor and translated to a coordinate system of a map. The object is displayed on the map in accordance with the translated first position information. Second position information relating to the object is received from a second sensor, where the second sensor is based on a second positioning technology different from the first positioning technology. The second position information is translated to the coordinate system of the map, and the object is displayed on the map in accordance with the translated second position information. In an embodiment, other information relating to the object is also received from sensors.

Abstract: A mechanic's creeper comprising a one-piece creeper frame; a first set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a first side of the creeper frame; a second set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a second side of the creeper frame; a first rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and supporting at least one stopper thereon; a second rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and spaced from the first shaft and supporting at least one stopper thereon, the shafts each rotatable between a stopper up condition and a stopper floor-engaging condition; a linking bar connecting the first and second shaft and providing the shafts with corresponding movement; and an actuating lever connected to an end of the first shaft and moving the shafts between the stopper up condition and stopper floor-engaging condition through a one-step process.

Abstract: An adaptable vehicle driveshaft support apparatus comprising an elongated rigid main body having a first end and a second end, a first rigid arm extending from the first end of the elongated rigid main body with the first rigid arm including a driveshaft-supporting bracket thereon, a second rigid arm extending from the second end of the elongated rigid main body with the second rigid arm having a driveshaft supporting bracket thereon, and a mounting device attached to the main body for securing the rigid main body to a lifting device.

Abstract: A method of treating a blistering disorder, which includes administering to a target tissue in a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a composition that inhibits activation of the HSP27 phosphorylation pathway.

Abstract: A coupler configured to secure a work tool to a machine is provided. In one embodiment, the coupler comprises a first bore with a first axis configured to receive a first pin, a second bore with a second axis configured to receive a second pin, and an actuator including an actuator rod. The coupler is characterized in that if the first bore receives the first pin, the first pin is configured to pivotally support the coupler to a machine linkage about the first axis and pivotally support the coupler to the work tool about the first axis. Furthermore, if the second bore receives the second pin, the second pin is configured to pivotally support the coupler to a machine boom about the second axis. The coupler is further characterized in that the rod is configured to engage the work tool and, if engaged, the rod intersects the second axis.

Abstract: A coupler configured to secure a work tool to a machine is provided. In one embodiment, the coupler comprises a first bore with a first axis configured to receive a first pin, a second bore with a second axis configured to receive a second pin, and an actuator including an actuator rod. The coupler is characterized in that if the first bore receives the first pin, the first pin is configured to pivotally support the coupler to a machine linkage about the first axis and pivotally support the coupler to the work tool about the first axis. Furthermore, if the second bore receives the second pin, the second pin is configured to pivotally support the coupler to a machine boom about the second axis. The coupler is further characterized in that the rod is configured to engage the work tool and, if engaged, the rod intersects the second axis.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of treating a cytokine-mediated immune reaction in a patient in need of such treatment by administration of an effective amount of anti-cytokine F(ab?)2 antibody fragments. The antibody fragments are preferably free from albumin and of whole antibodies, as well as substantially free of pyrogens. The anti-cytokine F(ab?)2 antibody fragments may be administered with an effective amount of a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention provides both a system and method for conducting remote online and offline real-time transactions on a handheld device.

Abstract: A surgical stapler which has an actuating trigger that is operable in three distinct positions. The actuating trigger works in combination with a forming tool and a window opening in a disposable staple cartridge to lock and align the centerline of a staple ready to be formed guaranteeing a smooth and precise insertion into a wound or incision.

Abstract: A surgical stapler with a removable staple cartridge, wherein the cartridge is preferably in a disposable form, utilizing a combination of a staple feeding mechanism and a staple forming mechanism secured in a frame and an actuating trigger functionally connected to both the staple feeding mechanism and the staple forming mechanism. Said staple feeding mechanism includes a rail to guide the contained staples from said cartridge into a staple forming position while said staple forming mechanism utilizes a forming tool to lock said cartridge in a handle assembly. This structure provides a reliable and economical surgical stapler in which said cartridge is attached to the handle assembly in a new and novel fashion.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for sampling chemicals prevents exposure of laboratory personnel to the chemicals being tested and to volatile solvents or chemicals that may be mixed with the tested chemicals. The apparatus includes a sampling line connected to the source of the chemicals, a cooling means for reducing the temperature of the chemicals, and a sample holder for containing the sampled chemicals. In the method, the chemicals are removed from their source, cooled, and contained in the presence of a shortstop chemical, i.e. a chemical designed to terminate any chemical reaction that may be taking place when the chemicals are sampled. The apparatus also captures and contains any volatile solvents or chemicals that may be mixed with the chemicals being tested.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for sampling chemicals prevents exposure of laboratory personnel to the chemicals being tested and to volatile solvents or chemicals that may be mixed with the tested chemicals. The apparatus includes a sampling line connected to the source of the chemicals, a cooling means for reducing the temperature of the chemicals, and a sample holder for containing the sampled chemicals. In the method, the chemicals are removed from their source, cooled, and contained in the presence of a shortstop chemical, i.e. a chemical designed to terminate any chemical reaction that may be taking place when the chemicals are sampled. The apparatus also captures and contains any volatile solvents or chemicals that may be mixed with the chemicals being tested.

Abstract: A 3 sided bracket shaped template for accurately drilling door knob and lock holes in doors comprising a template plate a at right angle to a lock plate again at a right angle to a reverse plate. The template plate and reverse plate each contain rectangular apertures for drill passage, and the template plate further has zee bracket sleeves on the bottom and both sides of the rectangular aperture for slidably mounting removable plate guides each with different perpendicular cylindrical extension guide for drills of varying sizes. The lock plate also has a centered circular hole with a tubular drill guide perpendicular to the lock plate.

Abstract: Angled scraper blades provided on the end of a screw shaft of an extruder provide thrust for propelling polymer toward the die opening of the extruder. The scraper blades help prevent trapping of polymer between the shaft and the die plate of the extruder, which trapping can lead to scorching, burning or break down of the polymer.