Abstract: A bowling wrist brace device includes a brace which extends along a substantial length of a bowler's forearm when the brace is worn on the bowler's forearm. The brace has a forearm attachment, a wrist attachment and a hand attachment and the brace is comprised of a rigid material to inhibit flexion in the bowler's wrist when the bowler releases a bowling ball. A cushion is bonded to the brace to enhance comfort for the bowler. A plurality of belts is each attached to the brace and each of the belts can be wrapped around a respective one of the bowler's forearm, the bowler's wrist and the bowler's hand. Each of the plurality of belts is releasably matable to a respective one of the forearm attachment, the wrist attachment and the hand attachment to secure the brace to the bowler's forearm.

Abstract: A clamping system and method for allowing one-handed operation of a target clamp is described. The clamp may also be designed to be concealed and/or behind a structure such that portions of the clamp are not exposed to projectiles, thus protecting the clamp from sustaining damage.

Abstract: A dead stop assembly includes a deceleration member which is attachable at one end to a rail such that when a target retriever applies force to the deceleration member, the target retriever is decelerated. The deceleration member may be disposed in a housing which further engages the rail when the housing is impacted by a target retriever.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel waist cape device. The device is a unique fashion accessory with versatile functions which is placed over clothing. The waist cape device comprises a cape component which is fastened around a user's waist area via a belt, straps, buttons, snaps, clips, etc. The cape component comprises drapery panel components on the back, front, and/or both sides, as desired. Embellishments can be added to the cape component. The device can be manufactured using any type of fabric material, leather, chains, vinyl, plastics, PVC, etc. The length of the cape component can be altered depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. The device can also comprise at least one pocket integrated within the cape component.

Abstract: A clamping system and method for allowing one-handed operation of a target clamp is described. The clamp may also be designed to be concealed and/or behind a structure such that portions of the clamp are not exposed to projectiles, thus protecting the clamp from sustaining damage.

Abstract: A clamping system and method for allowing one-handed operation of a target clamp is described. The clamp may also be designed to be concealed and/or behind a structure such that portions of the clamp are not exposed to projectiles, thus protecting the clamp from sustaining damage.

Abstract: A dead stop assembly includes a deceleration member which is attachable at one end to a rail such that when a target retriever applies force to the deceleration member, the target retriever is decelerated. The deceleration member may be disposed in a housing which further engages the rail when the housing is impacted by a target retriever.

Abstract: A clamping system and method for allowing one-handed operation of a target clamp is described. The clamp may also be designed to be concealed and/or behind a structure such that portions of the clamp are not exposed to projectiles, thus protecting the clamp from sustaining damage.

Abstract: A centrifugal pump comprises a pump assembly, through which a fluid can be impelled. The pump assembly includes a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet, a fluid casing, and an impellor positioned within the fluid casing, the impellor being driven by a power source and being operable to generate fluid flow within the fluid casing from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet. The pump assembly also includes a volute area formed on a periphery of the fluid casing, the volute area being operable to receive fluid pressurized by flow induced by the impellor. A pitot tube is positioned within the volute area, the pitot tube being operable to receive pressurized fluid from the volute area and pass the fluid through an outlet having an expanding geometry that increases the flow rate of the fluid as it passes through the outlet.

Abstract: A centrifugal pump of the chopper type is disclosed which is structured with a chopper plate and impeller that are configured with an open eye or “hubless” arrangement such that processing of solids through the pump does not result in clogging of solids at or near the center of the impeller, thereby producing a dead zone. Because the configuration of the chopper pump of the present invention avoids the development of a central dead zone or clogging of solids, and provides for flow of solids and fluid through the eye of the impeller, pump efficiencies are markedly improved.

Abstract: A check valve of the flapper type structured for use in a self-primer pump is structured for attachment to the pump casing in a manner that facilitates servicing of the check valve, and includes securement means that are positioned external to the casing and a flapper that is located through an opening of the casing in a manner that enables the servicing of the valve without dropping the flapper or the hardware into the interior of the pump.

Abstract: A vehicle instrument panel includes a glove box opening defined by a door frame, and a door hinged to the door frame. A threaded aperture is formed in the door frame. A one-piece elastomeric bumper has a threaded shank that threads into the threaded aperture to mount the bumper. The bumper has an abutment face that engages the door to establish a closed position of the door. Rotation of the threaded bumper advances or withdraws the abutment face so that the closed position is adjusted. A detent acts between the door frame and the bumper to retain the bumper at a selected rotary position, with the detent being released when the threaded shank of the bumper is stretched axially. A grip is molded into the bumper to facilitate axial stretching to release the detent and rotation to adjust the position of the abutment face.

Abstract: A lanyard for electronic message devices, such as cell phones, includes in one embodiment a carabiner clip for attaching the cell phones to an item of clothing such as a belt loop or to a handle of a purse. In another embodiment, the lanyard is configured as a relatively long loop so as to be worn around the person's neck. The cell phone is attached to the lanyard by a quick release key ring coupler. In accordance with a first arrangement, the cell phone is connected to the lanyard by a split ring and in accordance with a second embodiment, the cell phone is connected by a looped strand.

Abstract: A centrifugal pump of the chopper type is disclosed which is structured with a chopper plate and impeller that are configured with an open eye or “hubless” arrangement such that processing of solids through the pump does not result in clogging of solids at or near the center of the impeller, thereby producing a dead zone. Because the configuration of the chopper pump of the present invention avoids the development of a central dead zone or clogging of solids, and provides for flow of solids and fluid through the eye of the impeller, pump efficiencies are markedly improved.

Abstract: The CD Cling is a thin flexible and printable polymer used to protect audio, video and data optical storage disc by using static cling to adhere to the data side of the disc without leaving any residue or damaging the disc in any way. The protector also creates a new avenue for advertising and marketing by allowing clients to print logos and other marketing graphics on the side not being adhered to the optical storage disc. The protector also has a tab built into the design of the protector for removing and applying said protector. The size of the polymer protector will be the same diameter of the optical disc it is protecting which in return will require no additional storage space.

Abstract: A system and method for managing grants received from one or more sponsors is proposed. The grants management system receives a transaction request and retrieves data associated with the transaction request from a data cube. The grants management system then determines, from the perspective of the sponsors, if the transaction request satisfies administrative and financial requirements imposed by the sponsors. If the administrative and financial requirements are satisfied, the transaction request is admitted.

Abstract: A pump impeller and associated cutting elements are disclosed which are especially designed and positioned near the periphery of the impeller to reduce the size of entrained solids in a pumped fluid, or slurry, and to expel such solids from the impeller, drive shaft and associated sealing mechanisms.

Abstract: Axial adjustment apparatus is provided in a centrifugal pump to effect adjustment of the impeller relative to adjacent pump elements. Specifically preferred is adjustment apparatus in a chopper pump that provides adjustment of the impeller relative to a chopper plate to facilitate continuous efficient cutting of solids by the pump. The adjustment apparatus may also include adjustment structure for providing axial adjustment between the impeller and a plate-like member positioned adjacent the drive side of the impeller to effect adjustment of cutting tolerances in cutting elements positioned between the impeller and plate-like member. The invention further includes a seal mechanism configured and positioned to retain the seal height of the seals throughout continuous adjustment of the impeller.

Abstract: A centrifugal pump of the chopper type is disclosed which is structured with a chopper plate and impeller that are configured with an open eye or “hubless” arrangement such that processing of solids through the pump does not result in clogging of solids at or near the center of the impeller, thereby producing a dead zone. Because the configuration of the chopper pump of the present invention avoids the development of a central dead zone or clogging of solids, and provides for flow of solids and fluid through the eye of the impeller, pump efficiencies are markedly improved.