Abstract: A retractable boat center console enclosure device is disclosed that can be installed on an open center console of a boat. The retractable boat center console enclosure device comprises a body component that is configured in a plurality of sections which act to cover the center console of the boat. A double wall component is positioned in the port and starboard sides with a motorized track so that the body component could rise up over the gunnels of the sides to contour to the boat. The retractable sides then meet in the center of the hull approximately six feet in height to snap together.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for fluid valves with automatic draining diverters.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a swimming pool intake filter cover device that is primarily comprised of a generally L-shaped body further comprised of at least one 90-degree elbow, at least one vertical frame member, at least one horizontal frame member, and at least one screen. The body of the device can be placed on a ground surface near a pool and a portion of the body can be placed within the pool in front of the intake filter opening of the skimmer. The portion of the body in front of the filter opening is further comprised of a screen that covers the front and sides of the opening, to prevent debris from entering into the opening. In differing embodiments, the body may be weighted to prevent movement of the body.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a swimming pool intake filter cover device that is primarily comprised of a generally L-shaped body further comprised of at least one 90-degree elbow, at least one vertical frame member, at least one horizontal frame member, and at least one screen. The body of the device can be placed on a ground surface near a pool and a portion of the body can be placed within the pool in front of the intake filter opening of the skimmer. The portion of the body in front of the filter opening is further comprised of a screen that covers the front and sides of the opening, to prevent debris from entering into the opening. In differing embodiments, the body may be weighted to prevent movement of the body.

Abstract: Furniture and other items are temporarily, but securely, fixed to any of a variety of surfaces using a quick release universal mount. The quick release mount includes a top plate, at least two rotatable latch carrying axles, latches carried by each of said axles extending through openings in the top plate, and means for biasing or holding the latches carried by said axles in a latched condition. The quick release mount is coupled to a surface and the latches engage the item to be fixed to the surface. The quick release application has broad application, but is particularly useful for mounting items to docks, piers and boats.

Abstract: Furniture and other items are temporarily, but securely, fixed to any of a variety of surfaces using a quick release universal mount. The quick release mount includes a top plate, at least two rotatable latch carrying axles, latches carried by each of said axles extending through openings in the top plate, and means for biasing or holding the latches carried by said axles in a latched condition. The quick release mount is coupled to a surface and the latches engage the item to be fixed to the surface. The quick release application has broad application, but is particularly useful for mounting items to docks, piers and boats.

Abstract: A hand grip for use in controlling machinery. The grip includes a grip body and a hand rest connected to the grip body. The hand rest adjustably slides and rotates with respect the grip body grip. The hand rest includes a first locking part that is configured to engage the grip body to lock the hand rest in a locked position with respect to the grip body such that the hand rest does not slide with respect to the grip body and configured to disengage from the grip body such that the hand rest slidably moves with respect to the grip body. The hand rest includes a second locking part that, when unlocked, allows the hand rest to rotate with respect to the grip body, and that, when locked, prevents the hand rest from rotating with respect to the grip body.

Abstract: A hand grip for use in controlling machinery. The grip includes a grip body and a hand rest connected to the grip body. The hand rest adjustably slides and rotates with respect the grip body grip. The hand rest includes a first locking part that is configured to engage the grip body to lock the hand rest in a locked position with respect to the grip body such that the hand rest does not slide with respect to the grip body and configured to disengage from the grip body such that the hand rest slidably moves with respect to the grip body. The hand rest includes a second locking part that, when unlocked, allows the hand rest to rotate with respect to the grip body, and that, when locked, prevents the hand rest from rotating with respect to the grip body.

Abstract: A fuse for a high voltage/high current application, such as a hydro-electric vehicle (“HEV”) application is provided. The fuse employs a variety of arc quenching features to handle a large amount of arcing energy that is generated when such fuse is opened due to a fuse opening event. In one embodiment, an insulative substrate, such as a melamine substrate, is metallized with a fuse element. The fuse element extends to multiple surfaces of the substrate. A fuse opening portion of the element is located so that the arcing energy is forced to travel along multiple insulative planes, increasing an impedance across the opening of the element and decreasing the likelihood of a sustained arc. Also, the substrate and element are disposed in a sealed housing, which is packed in one embodiment with an arc quenching material, such as sand.

Abstract: A structural roof panel system for a vehicle includes mounting areas molded in or readily attached to the structural element. In a first embodiment, the roof panel is replaced by an engineered, structural system to support overhead components, the headliner, etc. In a second embodiment, an internal super-structure is located between the roof panel and a nonstructural headliner, all overhead system components being readily attachable to the super-structure at pre-designed and designated locations. In a third embodiment, the structural components are moved to pods, and all overhead components are attached thereto. In each embodiment, the headliner becomes an aesthetic and acoustic cover only that does not require structural strength. Furthermore, in each embodiment, a single, integral roof system can be supplied to a vehicle manufacturer, including the exterior panel, structural support for overhead components, the overhead components attached thereto, and the headliner.

Abstract: A fuse for a high voltage/high current application, such as a hydro-electric vehicle (“HEV”) application is provided. The fuse employs a variety of arc quenching features to handle a large amount of arcing energy that is generated when such fuse is opened due to a fuse opening event. In one embodiment, an insulative substrate, such as a melamine substrate, is metallized with a fuse element. The fuse element extends to multiple surfaces of the substrate. A fuse opening portion of the element is located so that the arcing energy is forced to travel along multiple insulative planes, increasing an impedance across the opening of the element and decreasing the likelihood of a sustained arc. Also, the substrate and element are disposed in a sealed housing, which is packed in one embodiment with an arc quenching material, such as sand.