Abstract: The present invention provides an adjustable height apparatus for storing, measuring and dispensing a desired quantity of semi-solid food, the apparatus being assembled on a piston base with peripheral contact inside a rigid circular sleeve configured for storing at least 600 cubic centimeters of a semi-solid food substance above the piston base inside the rigid circular cylinder. Preferably, the rigid circular sleeve is transparent. After filling, the apparatus is configured to enable pushing a measured food material out the top of the cylinder. A graduated bar is slidingly engaged in the outer surface of the circular sleeve such that markings on it can be aligned with the top of the piston base. Pushing down on the circular sleeve enables the desired quantity only to be above the top rim of the cylinder.

Abstract: The present hanging system for growing a potted vegetable plant is generally a liquid-impervious container configured to be hung such that the plane of its bottom is tilted at an angle of 20 to 40 degrees from horizontal. Preferably, there is an optional soil-containing water-permeable inner container. Preferably, the liquid-impervious outer container is a pail (bucket) with a pivoting bail (handle) restrained by a tether to rotate a limited amount. The apparatus also incorporates means to hang the containers via the bail from an existing elevated structure to complete the present hanging system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system configured for simplified humidification in a forced-air high-efficiency furnace system, the instant system including an evaporative humidifier wick sitting in an elongated trough, both adjacent to an opening in the return air duct of a forced-air furnace. Also included is a diversion valve and tubing branch off an existing condensate drain line configured to deliver combustion condensate to a distributor tube spreading the condensate flow over the upper outer surface of the humidifier pad. A slipstream of warm air from the heated side of the furnace is conveyed through a duct to the face of the wicking evaporator pad.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for storing, measuring and dispensing a desired quantity of semi-solid food, the apparatus being based on piston base with peripheral contact inside a rigid circular sleeve configured for storing at least 600 cubic centimeters of a semi-solid food substance k above the piston base inside the rigid circular cylinder. After filling, the apparatus is configured to enable pushing food material out the top of the cylinder toward the arm on a graduated rod until the desired preset quantity is above the top rim of the cylinder. That material can then be sliced of at the rim level for use and an included lid installed on the top rim of the circular cylinder to cover the remaining food material.

Abstract: A solar radiation arm shield includes an elongated semi-rigid shell of a UV radiation-blocking material defining first and second side edges. In addition, the arm shield includes a hinged air deflection baffle angled relative to a longitudinal edge of the elongated semi-rigid shell. Preferably included is padding on the exterior of a portion of the elongated semi-rigid shell.

Abstract: An adjustable fence-top trellis support bracket assembly forms the basis of a system for creating adjustable trellises on two sides of a fence or wall, and includes a) an elongated support bracket member, b) curved-loop ends on the elongated bar member and the adjoining bracket portion wherein one is attached proximal one end and the other proximal an opposite end of an elongated bar member; c) a movable L-shaped leg generally perpendicular to an elongated bar member of the elongated support bracket portion, wherein the movable leg is engagable with the elongated support bracket member; and d) a means for adjusting and then securing the movable L-shaped leg against the elongated bar portion of the support bracket member.

Abstract: An adjustable fence-top trellis support bracket assembly forms the basis of a system for creating adjustable trellises on two sides of a fence or wall, and includes a) an elongated support bracket member, b) curved-loop ends on the elongated bar member and the adjoining bracket portion wherein one is attached proximal one end and the other proximal an opposite end of an elongated bar member; c) a movable L-shaped leg generally perpendicular to an elongated bar member of the elongated support bracket portion, wherein the movable leg is engagable with the elongated support bracket member; and d) a means for adjusting and then securing the movable L-shaped leg against the elongated bar portion of the support bracket member.

Abstract: The present invention provides structures that maximize the use of minimal ground space or pot soil by providing generally vertical outward-sloping multiple cords or net trellis such as to offer increasing volume for plant foliage with height, which is adjustable to the user's desire. A compact kit includes at least two elongated leg member, and at least one elongated support, and can be assembled into structures up to approximately twice as wide at the top as at the base where the plants begin growing in soil. Flaccid replaceable cords when installed incline generally outward and upward to top horizontal rods supporting wining plants to grow generally vertically and even horizontally across the top.

Abstract: The present invention provides elongated structures that maximize the use of minimal ground space or pot soil by providing a generally vertical outward-sloping multiple-cord trellis such as to offer increasing volume and area for plant foliage with height, which is adjustable to the user's desire. A compact kit includes at least four elongated leg members, and at least two elongated support rods, and can be assembled with included Tees into structures up to approximately twice as wide at the top as at the base where the plants begin growing in soil. Once installed, flaccid replaceable cords incline generally outward and upward to top horizontal support rods and engage with climbing plants to assist growth generally vertically and even horizontally across the top.

Abstract: A substantially rectangular and open bottom shield configured to be fitted around an in-ground plant at ground level as enabled by an elongated slit and central aperture. A peripheral wall perpendicular to an opaque top panel extends downward around at least 75% of the perimeter of the top panel. The top panel is inclined toward the central aperture through which water and fertilizer can flow toward the plant root system.

Abstract: A kit for installing a horizontal grass-like weed-blocking border for ground area adjacent vertical outdoor structures includes at least two elongated synthetic turf strips with a width in a predetermined range, at least two hold-down pieces, and instructions for use.

Abstract: A system and method for timely delivery of water spray and/or drops to a video viewer's face, which includes an apparatus having a water-bottle attachment for creating pressure inside tubing to valves controlled by a CPU, and drip or spray nozzles attached to a headgear portion of the system and aimed to parts of the user's face. The CPU is triggered by timing relative to a distinct initiating sound from the video being watched to open and close valves at the appropriate time to coincide with events being viewed. Typically, a mobile wireless-connectable device will pick up the sounds with its microphone, correlate those with timing and events in a specific video, and send an appropriate signal to the CPU.

Abstract: The present invention provides structures that maximize the use of minimal ground space or pot soil by providing generally vertical outward-sloping multiple cords or net trellis such as to offer increasing volume for plant foliage with height, which is adjustable to the user's desire. A compact kit includes at least two elongated leg member, and at least one elongated support, and can be assembled into structures up to approximately twice as wide at the top as at the base where the plants begin growing in soil. Flaccid replaceable cords when installed incline generally outward and upward to top horizontal rods supporting wining plants to grow generally vertically and even horizontally across the top.

Abstract: A substantially rectangular and open bottom shield configured to be fitted around an in-ground plant at ground level as enabled by an elongated slit and central aperture. A peripheral wall perpendicular to an opaque top panel extends downward around at least 75% of the perimeter of the top panel. The top panel is inclined toward the central aperture through which water and fertilizer can flow toward the plant root system.