Abstract: A holder (2) is provided intended to receive one or more samples of biological fluid for subsequent processing, for example using a robotic punch. The holder has a plastics frame having a windowed portion (3), a substrate (4) for receiving the biological fluid inset within the windowed portion, a cover (7) mounted on the frame slidable between a first position spaced from but overlying the substrate and a second position revealing the substrate and a drying agent (8) positioned on the cover on that side which overlies the substrate in the first position.

Abstract: A personal safety device (10) includes at least one housing containing a quantity of a marking substance (30), an explosive charge (36), and a triggering apparatus (22) which is operative to detonate the explosive charge (36) to propel the marking substance from the housing (H) to mark the area surrounding the device.

Abstract: A disposable lotion applicator having a generally flat, elongated body member made out of an absorbent, flexible material that is suitable for receiving and retaining lotion. Lotion can be pre-applied to the applicator or the user of the applicator can apply lotion of their choice. The user of the applicator grasps the ends thereof to rub lotion across the hard-to-reach areas of their body. The applicator can be provided with handles at the ends of the body member that are integral to the body member for grasping the applicator.

Abstract: A disposable lotion applicator having a generally flat, elongated body member made out of an absorbent, flexible material that is suitable for receiving and retaining lotion. Lotion can be pre-applied to the applicator or the user of the applicator can apply lotion of their choice. The user of the applicator grasps the ends thereof to rub lotion across the hard-to-reach areas of their body. The applicator can be provided with handles at the ends of the body member that are either integral with or attached to the body member for grasping the applicator without contacting the lotion applied thereto.

Abstract: The invention is an illuminating device for doorknobs. The apparatus comprising an acrylic prism of a horseshoe shaped and of a size that allows it to fit over a standard sized door knob and then reside upon the back plate of the door knob. The prism is lit by two LED devices located at either end of the prism and powered by small batteries. The device illuminates door knobs or handles with a minimum of electrical power and easy to use for people of all ages.