Abstract: A push-in connector provides for easy manufacturing and assembly using a flat-stamped flexible retainer clip. The retainer clip is inserted into the connector and flexes to snap-fit within in the connector. The flex of the clip also flexes wings of the clip which engage with a receiving boss. The flexion of the clip allows for easy push-in of the connector and sufficient resistance to accidental pull-out. The push-in connector design eliminates the need for screw-mounting of the connector. The connector assembly may be manufactured for use in connection with a variety of ball studs, as well as other items such as shafts of various objects and wires, or may be used a fastener.

Abstract: A headlamp assembly includes a simplified adjusting mechanism for adjusting the aim of a headlamp. The mechanism includes a gear screw that is snap fit into the headlamp housing, a grommet that positioned around the gear screw and snap-fit into the headlamp reflector, and an O-ring to ensure a good seal.

Abstract: A ball socket for connection with a ball stud provides for easy manufacturing and assembly using a flat-stamped flexible retainer clip. The retainer clip is inserted into the socket and flexes to snap-fit within in the socket. The flex of the clip also flexes wings of the clip which engage with a receiving boss or socket. The flexion of the clip allows for easy push-in of the socket and sufficient resistance to accidental pull-out. The push-in socket design eliminates the need for screw-mounting of the socket. The socket assembly may be manufactured for use in connection with disengageable or conventional ball studs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of playing basketball and in particular to a method comprising providing a rectangular region defining a game play surface; providing a goal defined by a hoop located over each the in paint region; and scoring points during game play as follows: a player standing, within the in paint region, and shooting a ball through the goal scores one point; the player standing, within region between the in paint region and the three-point line, and shooting the ball through the goal scores two points; the player standing, within region between the three-point line and the four-point line, and shooting the ball through the goal scores three-points; and the player standing, within the four-point region, and shooting the ball through the goal scores four-points.

Abstract: A ball socket for connection with a ball stud provides for easy manufacturing and assembly using a flat-stamped flexible retainer clip. The retainer clip is inserted into the socket and flexes to snap-fit within in the socket. The flex of the clip also flexes wings of the clip which engage with a receiving boss or socket. The flexion of the clip allows for easy push-in of the socket and sufficient resistance to accidental pull-out. The push-in socket design eliminates the need for screw-mounting of the socket. The socket assembly may be manufactured for use in connection with disengageable or conventional ball studs.

Abstract: A push-in connector provides for easy manufacturing and assembly using a flat-stamped flexible retainer clip. The retainer clip is inserted into the connector and flexes to snap-fit within in the connector. The flex of the clip also flexes wings of the clip which engage with a receiving boss. The flexion of the clip allows for easy push-in of the connector and sufficient resistance to accidental pull-out. The push-in connector design eliminates the need for screw-mounting of the connector. The connector assembly may be manufactured for use in connection with a variety of ball studs, as well as other items such as shafts of various objects and wires, or may be used a fastener.

Abstract: A golf swing training system, including a paddle suitable for hitting with a palm in training to improve one's golf swing, a swing arm attached to the paddle, a base that provides stability, and a spring attached to the swing arm and to the base. Preferably, the spring is removably and/or adjustably attached to the swing arm and/or to the base. Also, methods of using the system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stepwise method for the production of titanium-aluminium compounds and some titanium alloys and titanium-aluminium inter-metallic compounds and alloys. In a first step an amount of aluminium is mixed with an amount of aluminium chloride (AlCl3) and then an amount of titanium chloride (TiCl4) is added to the mixture. The mixture is heated to a temperature of less than 220° C. to form a product of TiCl3, aluminium and AlCl3. In a second step, more aluminium can be added if required, and the mixture heated again to a temperature above 900° C. to form titanium-aluminium compounds. This method results in the production of powdered forms of titanium-aluminium compounds with controllable composition. Suitable reactor apparatus is also described.

Abstract: A fluid treatment assembly defines a treatment chamber and includes a treatment sub assembly positioned in an assembled condition in the treatment chamber. The treatment sub assembly includes a plurality of treatment members. The treatment assembly is arranged so that in use a fluid for treatment flows through the treatment members.

Abstract: In the 21st Century Challenge America Basketball Game, the three-point line is placed at eighteen feet and enhanced with a 56.25 degree elliptical arc meaning the three-point shot can increase in length from eighteen to twenty four feet as the player moves to the top of the key. A four-point shot has been introduced. The basket use has been raised to between ten feet one inch to fifteen feet eleven inches depending on agreed level and selection of play and division level of play. Shots made “in the paint” are worth one point. The game is played on a one hundred foot court.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of playing basketball and in particular to a method comprising providing a rectangular region defining a game play surface; providing a goal defined by a hoop located over each the in paint region; and scoring points during game play as follows: a player standing, within the in paint region, and shooting a ball through the goal scores one point; the player standing, within region between the in paint region and the three-point line, and shooting the ball through the goal scores two points; the player standing, within region between the three-point line and the four-point line, and shooting the ball through the goal scores three-points; and the player standing, within the four-point region, and shooting the ball through the goal scores four-points.

Abstract: A method for filtering grey water for recycling includes passing grey water to be filtered through a filter assembly, including a support mesh or blanket holding a sedimentary material produced by electrolysis of sea water. A filter assembly can include a perforated filter plate and at least one mesh or blanket member supported by the filter plate which holds a sedimentary material produced by electrolysis of sea water.

Abstract: A golf swing training system, including a paddle suitable for hitting with a palm in training to improve one's golf swing, a swing arm attached to the paddle, a base that provides stability, and a spring attached to the swing arm and to the base. Preferably, the spring is removably and/or adjustably attached to the swing arm and/or to the base. Also, methods of using the system.

Abstract: A device (10) is disclosed for biocidal treatment of vegetation and/or pests, the device (10) comprising an inner tube (30) connectable to a source of one of heated pressurised gas and heated pressurised water, an outer tube (26) disposed over the inner tube so that a space is defined between the inner tube and the outer tube, and a wand (22) in communication with the inner tube (30) and the outer tube (26). The wand (22) has an outlet aperture and the outer tube (26) is connectable to a source of the other of heated pressurised gas and heated pressurised water. The heated air and water mix in the wand (22) immediately prior to passing through the outlet aperture.

Abstract: A biocidal treatment device is disclosed which comprises at least one gas water heater arranged to produce heated water for use in biocidal treatment, connection means for facilitating connection to at least one gaseous fuel source arranged to store and supply gaseous fuel during use to the at least one gas water heater, at least one gas conduit extending between the connection means and the at least one gas water heater, and a liquid reservoir. A portion of the at least one gas conduit extends through the liquid reservoir so as to facilitate transfer of heat to the at least one gas conduit during use and thereby restrict freezing of the gas conduit during use. The liquid reservoir may be a water reservoir arranged to store and supply water to the at least one gas water heater.

Abstract: A bottle cap remover includes a pair of axially nested socket sections of different diameters depending axially from a larger-diameter grasping section. Each of the socket sections includes frictional gripping members along their inner walls that are adapted to frictionally engage different sizes and types of metal and plastic bottle caps, thereby to enable the user to twist off and remove the bottle caps by applying a relatively small twisting force to the grasping section.

Abstract: A bottle cap remover includes a pair of axially nested socket sections of different diameters depending axially from a larger-diameter grasping section. Each of the socket sections includes frictional gripping members along their inner walls that are adapted to frictionally engage different sizes and types of metal and plastic bottle caps, thereby to enable the user to twist off and remove the bottle caps by applying a relatively small twisting force to the grasping section.

Abstract: The device includes tethered plugs that may be reversibly inserted into the VAS to provide contraception. The method includes a procedure for inserting and removing the device.

Abstract: A backplate assembly for a vehicle tail lamp is disclosed. The backplate assembly includes a back housing, a front housing secured to the back housing, a one-piece circuit disposed between the front housing and the back housing, a plurality of bulb clips disposed at least partially between the front housing and the back housing, and at least one fastening screw that passes through the front housing and the back housing to fasten the backplate assembly to the vehicle tail lamp.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Agave plant named ‘AGAVWS’ that is characterized by variegated leaves that are green with white margins.