Abstract: The embodiments of my device provide an improved device for footwear placement, removal, retrieval, and storage (12). Said device comprises a U-shaped sock support member (14) adapted to receive the foot of the user. Inside the stocking support member contains a double-sided adhesive layer (22) whereby a stocking is securely retained on support member. The two open ends of the U-shaped member (20) are used to retrieve dropped footwear. An improved elongate rod comprising an angle bend (26) component. The bend in the inside of the elongate angle rod (26) assists in the support of the foot, ankle, and leg during insertion of foot into sock. The first end of rod (24) is attached circular scissor type handle (28) for storing socks. Second end is attached U-shaped member (14). On reverse side of elongate rod angle bend (26) is an improved sock remover member (40). Other embodiments described as shown.

Abstract: A digital cross connect device for telephone and data transfer systems includes a plurality of line cards, including line cards connected to a network line and line cards connected to a subscriber line. The network line and the subscriber line carry a signal including a data portion and a status signal portion. Signal separation is provided for separating the data portion from the status signal portion. A coder is provided for coding the status signals to provide status signal bit packets based on received status signals. A status signal time slot interchange is provided for receiving the status signal bit packets and transmitting the status signal bit packets, based on assigned time slots, to another line card. The status signal time slot interchange includes a connection memory having address locations corresponding to time slots, and a dual port memory for receiving the status signal bit packets and writing bit packets based on the address locations of the connection memory.

Abstract: An improved trailer particularly adapted for use in transporting motorcycles and having a retractable suspension arrangement whereby the load carrying bed may be raised for towing and lowered to ground level to facilitate loading and unloading. The suspension may be locked in the retracted position thereby rendering the trailer immobile and secure from theft and the suspension mounting may be vertically adjusted to vary ground clearance of the load bed without restricting operation of the retracting mechanism.