Abstract: A fruit harvesting machine comprising a pair of vertically disposed booms which are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposing ends of a transverse extensible axle rigidly connected to the underside of a transport mechanism such as a conventional tractor. A pair of man supporting baskets are reciprocatably mounted to each boom. A trough is positioned at each basket allowing picked fruit to be conveyed via a conveying tube into a storage bin at the rear of the tractor. The fruit harvesting machine is particularly adapted for harvesting fruit from hedged rows of fruit trees and the like.

Abstract: A frame system for a fold down top for vehicles includes first and third generally rectangular-shaped perimeter frame members and a second U-shaped frame member. In the frame system's open position, the first frame member is pivotedly connectable along its transverse lower end portion to the vehicle about a first axis in a generally upright position. The second frame member, parallel to the first frame member, is also pivotedly connected along its transverse midportion about a second axis which is rearwardly positioned from the first axis. The third frame member is horizontally positioned having its forwardly end portion forwardly disposed over the front portion of the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The third frame member is pivotedly connected along its rearwardly end portion to the second frame member about a third axis and also pivotedly connected to the first frame member and about fourth axis.

Abstract: A windshield assembly for a golf cart comprising horizontal upper tracks located in the upper portion of a golf cart; vertical lower tracks extending downwardly from the upper tracks and supported by the lower portion of the golf cart at the front thereof with junctions being formed at the area where the upper and lower tracks are joined; a windshield having an upper pair of rollers slidable in the upper tracks and a lower pair of rollers slidable in the lower tracks; wall means, downwardly extending from the upper tracks to retain the rollers within the tracks; pin means spring urged into the track means to preclude movement of the rollers therepast, the pin means being retractable to allow movement of the rollers therepast, and brackets for supporting the upper and lower tracks in operative contact with each other, each bracket including a vertical base plate and inwardly projecting supports to maintain the tracks in contact with each other at an angle slightly greater than forty-five (45) degrees with the

Abstract: A rigid windshield for a golf cart comprising two substantially identical window panes each having an upper inwardly turned edge and a lower outwardly turned edge. Removable fasteners are affixed to opposing side edges of each window pane allowing the window panes to be affixed to the vertical roof supports of the golf cart with one window pane being positioned planarly over the other such that the lower outwardly turned edge of the upper window pane mates with the upper inwardly turned edge of the lower window pane. When removed, the window panes may be stacked one on top of the other and conveniently stored underneath the roof structure of the golf cart.

Abstract: A golf bag is disclosed comprising a T-shaped configuration for containing a regulation set of golf clubs and related golf accessories. A plurality of golf club compartments are positioned at the upper end of the golf bag for receiving the heads of golf clubs and causing such golf clubs to be suspended by their heads within respective golf club tubes. A cover is removably mounted about the upper portion of the golf bag to retain and protect the golf clubs during transport. A golf ball dispenser is provided for storage of golf balls.

Abstract: A golf cart enclosure for removable installation about a golf cart or similar vehicle to protect the occupants thereof from precipitation such as rainfall. The enclosure comprises a roof panel having a configuration corresponding to the configuration of the roof structure of the golf cart and front, rear and side panels suspended therefrom about the periphery of the golf cart to completely enclose the golf cart. The roof panel of the enclosure comprises a peripheral hem which allows each panel suspended therefrom to be folded and rolled upwardly and then tucked under the roof panel. The peripheral flap is then fastened to the rim of the roof structure of the golf cart.

Abstract: A vacuum operated fruit harvesting machine is disclosed for harvesting fruit from fruit trees. The fruit harvesting machine of the invention comprises a picker head connected to an air flow control valve. A discharge valve is connected to the air flow control valve by means of a plurality of rigid or flexible conduits. The picker head comprises a conduit having an internal wall portion. A gripper is angularly positioned relative to the internal wall of the curved conduit for gripping the stem of the fruit. As the fruit is conducted into the picker head, the fruit pivots against the internal wall which functions as a fulcrum causing the stem to be peeled away from the fruit at the calex thereof.

Abstract: A vacuum operated fruit harvesting machine is disclosed for harvesting fruit from fruit trees. The fruit harvesting machine of the invention comprises a picker head connected to an airflow control valve. A discharge valve is then connected to the airflow control valve by means of a plurality of rigid or flexible conduits. The picker head comprises a curved conduit having a lower lip portion. A gripper means is positioned relative to the upper edge of the curved conduit for gripping the stem of the fruit to be picked. As the fruit is conducted into the picker head, the fruit pivots against the upper edge of the curved conduit causing the stem to be peeled away from the fruit at the calex thereof. The airflow control valve comprises a pair of gates which open in response to a pressure differential between the atmospheric air and the air contained within the picker head.

Abstract: An adjustable windshield for a vehicle is disclosed. The windshield includes a first upright and a second upright disposed in spaced parallel relationship to the first upright. A first channel member is removably connected to the first upright and a second channel member removably secured to the second upright. A windshield is secured adjacent the channel members and extends between the same. A first side member is disposed coplanar with and adjacent to the first upright. A second side member is disposed coplanar with the second upright and parallel to the first side member. A first and a second pull loop are secured adjacent the first and second channel members respectively enabling the windshield to be moved from a first position in which the channel members are connected to the uprights to a second position in which the channel members are connected to the side members.

Abstract: A vacuum operated fruit harvesting machine is disclosed for harvesting fruit from fruit trees. The fruit harvesting machine of the invention comprises a picker head connected to an airflow control valve. A discharge valve is connected to the airflow control valve by means of a plurality of rigid or flexible conduits. The picker head comprises a conduit having the internal wall portion. A gripper is angularly positioned relative to the internal wall of the curved conduit for gripping the stem of the fruit. As the fruit is conducted into the picker head, the fruit pivots against the internal wall which functions as a fulcrum causing the stem to be peeled away from the fruit at the calex thereof.