Abstract: A hand assembleable target stand formed by generally elongated frame members joined together into a generally planar target mounting assembly through connector units which define the corners of the assembled frame member. The target mounting assembly is hand assembleable to base units which, when assembled, project generally normal to the plane of the target mounting assembly. A disposable target is provided with stiffening members at its outer opposed margins. The stiffening members are adapted to being clamped to the target mounting assembly so as to hold the disposable target assembled with the target stand. In the disassembled configuration the target stand and the disposable target form a very compact package which is easily transported by one person, and stored in a very small volume. The base unit may be a remote controlled, self propelled mobile unit, if desired.

Abstract: A backpack support device which utilizes interconnected front and back crossing straps and a separate waist strap, the straps providing for a more even distribution of the backpack load. The support device comprises a shaped member and a padded member affixed to the surface of the shaped member in contact with the wearer's back. The shaped member of the support device, shaped to the curvature of a wearer's back, and the interconnection points of the crossing straps and the waist belt over the femur joint enable the load from the backpack to be more evenly distributed along the entire back of the wearer.