Abstract: An example plant protector includes a planar body having a top surface and a bottom surface defined within a major edge, a minor edge, a left edge and a right edge. A decorative pattern is formed on the planar body, and a plurality of highly reflective materials are configured for removable coupling to the planar body to reflect different wavelengths of light. The planar body surface is configured to assume a hollow, conical shape when portions of the top and bottom surfaces are overlapped at the left and right edges.

Abstract: A multi-purpose scoop consisting of a body attached to a handle. A neck may be positioned between the body and handle. On the handle is a vent which is covered to permit suction. Passing through the center of the handle and down into the body is a rod. At the bottom of the rod is a means of pushing out any substrate. At the top of the rod is a means to rotate the rod. Also positioned within the handle and body are means to center and stabilize the rod, but still allow the rod to move. A means for keeping the rod out of the way after use is provided. The rod has a locking means for maintaining the rod in the downward position. The body also has a plurality of teeth to assist in cutting. The teeth are positioned along an opening which provides the use of the tool as a scoop. The width, shape and spacing of the teeth provide additional usage for raking and weed pulling.

Abstract: A multi-purpose scoop consisting of a body attached to a handle. A neck may be positioned between the body and handle. On the handle is a vent which is covered to permit suction. Passing through the center of the handle and down into the body is a rod. At the bottom of the rod is a means of pushing out any substrate. At the top of the rod is a means to rotate the rod. Also positioned within the handle and body are means to center and stabilize the rod, but still allow the rod to move. A means for keeping the rod out of the way after use is provided. The rod has a locking means for maintaining the rod in the downward position. The body also has a plurality of teeth to assist in cutting. The teeth are positioned along an opening which provides the use of the tool as a scoop. The width, shape and spacing of the teeth provide additional usage for raking and weed pulling.

Abstract: Disclosed is an energy saving illumination system. The energy saving illumination system comprising an energy source, preferably renewable, a means of illumination, a non energy requiring means of enhancing said illumination, a means of conducting said illumination, and an additional means of illumination not requiring additional commercial energy thereby creating an illumination system while providing energy savings over traditional means.

Abstract: A hole making tool consisting of a body attached to a handle. A neck may be positioned between the body and handle. On the handle is a vent which is covered to permit suction. Passing through the center of the handle and down into the body is a rod. At the bottom of the rod is a means of pushing out any substrate. At the top of the rod is a means to rotate the rod. Also positioned within the handle and body are means to center and stabilize the rod, but still allow the rod to move. A means for keeping the rod out of the way after use is provided. The rod has a locking means for maintaining the rod in the downward position. The body also has a plurality of teeth to assist in cutting.

Abstract: A portable sign system utilizing lights and sounds to enhance the message or image displayed of signs provided with the system or pre-existing signs and increase their usefulness beyond daylight hours. The sign system provides an adjustable frame capable of accommodating a plurality of sign dimensions. The adjustable frame is capable of housing the lights utilized to illuminate and enhance the sign as well as accommodate the source of auditory enhancement. A means of attachment and a means of providing power which is appropriate to the location in which the sign will be utilized is provided. In another embodiment the portable sign system affixes the lights, means of power, means of attachment, means of auditory enhancement, directly to the sign without the use of a frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adjustable frame system, and more particularly to an adjustable photo frame system.

Abstract: A multi-purpose tool capable of boring a hole with a minimal amount of disruption to the surrounding substrate which can aid in clearing over grown lawn sprinklers, for planting, as a post hole digger or for other purposes. The tool also has components which can be disengaged and the pressure nozzle used as a separate tool.

Abstract: A vending distribution system having an enclosure capable of housing a storage assembly containing a plurality of actual and sample items. Access to and controls for the storage assembly are separate from the access area thus creating a system with potential for two distinct areas. Interaction with the system determines the ability exclude items from vending without staff intervention thus providing usage for drive up unattended vending.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multi-purpose variable height table-chair combination comprising: a variable height table having a table top, table legs supporting the table top, the table top is engaged to top ends of the table legs, and at least one set of height varying adapters removably disposed between the table legs, the height varying adapters configured to raise a height of the variable height table when engaged to bottom ends of the table legs; and a variable height chair having a seat, chair legs supporting the seat and at least one set of height varying adapters disposed between the chair legs, the height varying adapters configured to raise a height of the variable height chair when engaged to bottom ends of the chair legs, corresponding to the raise in the height of the variable height table. The multi-purpose variable height table-chair combination provides fast, easy, convenient and inexpensive manner for serving different purposes.

Abstract: A digital display insert for a photo frame comprising a central block housing a processing unit and an edge. The central block having a front surface with a display screen capable of displaying digital images, a back surface, a top surface, a bottom surface, and two side surfaces. The edge extending at the front surface around a periphery of the central block and capable of removably engaging with the engaging section of the photo frame, such that, the display screen is visible through a viewing window of the photo frame.