Abstract: Disubstituted octahydropyrrolo[3,4-c]pyrrole compounds are described, which are useful as orexin receptor modulators. Such compounds may be useful in pharmaceutical compositions and methods for the treatment of diseased states, disorders, and conditions mediated by orexin activity, such as insomnia.

Abstract: A modular digital filter, regulator and lubricator (FRL) connector and system are provided. The modular digital filter, regulator and lubricator connector and system are especially suitable for use in improving compressed air quality so as to extend the life of tools and machines which are connected to the FRL devices. The connector device and system allows for a quick and efficient connection with respect to both electronics and air lines and reduces problems that arise from wire pig-tailing or accidental disconnection of the FRL. The device and system may have digital, visual and audible warnings with respect to the quality of air passing through the system and to the tools and machines.

Abstract: A coupler having at least one protective bumper is provided. The protective bumper is located on the exterior surface of the side of a movable sleeve of a coupler. The sleeve moves with respect to a main body of the coupler to lock or release a mating plug. A second sleeve of the coupler may also have protective bands. The protective bumpers and bands protect the coupler from damage as might otherwise occur from external forces acting upon it during use. Preferably, the diameters of the plurality of bumpers decreases the closer to the distal end of the sleeve the bumpers are located.

Abstract: A modular digital filter, regulator and lubricator (FRL) connector and system are provided. The modular digital filter, regulator and lubricator connector and system are especially suitable for use in improving compressed air quality so as to extend the life of tools and machines which are connected to the FRL devices. The connector device and system allows for a quick and efficient connection with respect to both electronics and air lines and reduces problems that arise from wire pig-tailing or accidental disconnection of the FRL. The device and system may have digital, visual and audible warnings with respect to the quality of air passing through the system and to the tools and machines.

Abstract: The present calibratable tire gauge has a first unit nose piece and a second unit nose piece located partially within a main outer enclosure of the gauge. A clicker mechanism located may allow a user to utilize a special tool to ‘unlock’ the second unit nose piece with respect to the first unit nose piece and immobilize the second unit nose piece with respect to the main outer enclosure. Once ‘unlocked’, a user may twist the scale bar of the gauge to move the first unit nose piece independent from the second unit nose piece. As a result, the measured pressure on the scale bar is altered as a result of the ‘read’ line being lowered or raised with respect to the main outer enclosure.

Abstract: The present calibratable tire gauge has a first unit nose piece and a second unit nose piece located partially within a main outer enclosure of the gauge. A clicker mechanism located may allow a user to utilize a special tool to ‘unlock’ the second unit nose piece with respect to the first unit nose piece and immobilize the second unit nose piece with respect to the main outer enclosure. Once ‘unlocked’, a user may twist the scale bar of the gauge to move the first unit nose piece independent from the second unit nose piece. As a result, the measured pressure on the scale bar is altered as a result of the ‘read’ line being lowered or raised with respect to the main outer enclosure.

Abstract: An adapter for a blow gun and a method of using the same is provided. The adapter has a generally cylindrical tube having a first end and a second end wherein the first end of the generally cylindrical tube slides onto the distal tip of a blow gun and is held in place by an internal O-ring/D-ring within the adapter which is secured within a groove on the distal tip of the blow gun. The second end of the adapter has internal threading which may therein receive a variety of various nozzle tips without the need to remove the adapter from the blow gun. An exterior side of the generally cylindrical tube of the adapter has a knurled finish for better grasping and tightening the generally cylindrical tube by hand. The present adapter may allow for the utilization of ?? NPS threaded tips on modern pistol grip blow guns.

Abstract: Described herein is technology for, among other things, removing a dent from a dented surface. The technology includes an automated hammering device positioned on a first side of the dent, and a dolly positioned on a second side of the dent. The automated hammering device repeatedly strikes the dent, thereby restoring proper curvature to the dented surface.

Abstract: Described herein is technology for, among other things, removing a dent from a dented surface. The technology includes an automated hammering device positioned on a first side of the dent, and a dolly positioned on a second side of the dent. The automated hammering device repeatedly strikes the dent, thereby restoring proper curvature to the dented surface.

Abstract: Described herein is technology for, among other things, a tool for assisting the attachment or removal of a first fastener and a second fastener to or from a structure. The tool includes a lower portion adapted to magnetically attach to a surface of the structure. The tool also includes an upper portion configured to be spaced a distance from the surface of the structure when the lower portion is magnetically attached to the surface of the structure. The upper portion also includes a holder extending therefrom and adapted to hold the first fastener. The holder is biased to urge the first fastener in a direction of the surface of the structure.

Abstract: A fastener removing tool is provided. The fastener removing tool includes an extractor portion having an inside surface adapted to grip a fastener. The extractor portion further defines an outside surface with a cutting edge is adapted to cut a bore when the tool grips and removes a fastener. The fastener removing tool further includes a main body fixed relative to the extractor portion. The main body is adapted to engage with a driving tool for powering rotation of the fastener removing tool. The fastener removing tool also includes a cutter portion fixed relative to the main body opposite the extractor portion. The cutter portion includes a plurality of cutting members defining a plug forming space therebetween. A formed plug is to be placed into the bore formed during extraction of the fastener.

Abstract: Described herein is technology for, among other things, a tool for assisting the attachment or removal of a first fastener and a second fastener to or from a structure. The tool includes a lower portion adapted to magnetically attach to a surface of the structure. The tool also includes an upper portion configured to be spaced a distance from the surface of the structure when the lower portion is magnetically attached to the surface of the structure. The upper portion also includes a holder extending therefrom and adapted to hold the first fastener. The holder is biased to urge the first fastener in a direction of the surface of the structure.

Abstract: A fastener removing tool is provided. The fastener removing tool includes an extractor portion having an inside surface adapted to grip a fastener. The extractor portion further defines an outside surface with a cutting edge is adapted to cut a bore when the tool grips and removes a fastener. The fastener removing tool further includes a main body fixed relative to the extractor portion. The main body is adapted to engage with a driving tool for powering rotation of the fastener removing tool. The fastener removing tool also includes a cutter portion fixed relative to the main body opposite the extractor portion. The cutter portion includes a plurality of cutting members defining a plug forming space therebetween. A formed plug is to be placed into the bore formed during extraction of the fastener.