Abstract: An apparatus that dispenses a cooked food product measures out a predetermined quantity of dehydrated food material for a cooking portion, quickly adds liquid to the material to produce a rehydrated food material of uniform consistency, and simultaneously shapes the rehydrated material into desired size and shape pieces, and delivers the pieces to a cooking unit. After the pieces are cooked, they are automatically dispensed from the apparatus and the next portion is prepared.

Abstract: An inter-unit coupling mechanism is provided for coupling electronic units housed in separate enclosures both mechanically and electrically. A movable connector is electrically coupled to one of the units and engagable with a second connector coupled to the other unit. The movable connector is driven along a controlled path provided by a cam surface into straight engagement with the second connector. A lever arm provides a leverage advantage for forcing the two connectors together.

Abstract: An extendable bed mechanism connected to a sofa bed to allow conversion between a sofa and a bed in an easy, facilitated manner. The mechanism is relatively inexpensive and light weight and comprises a movable panel, two pairs of brackets and two sets of wheels or rollers for supporting the panel, preventing wobble and allowing minimum physical effort. A simple locking handle is also provided for restraining the panel in an extended or a retracted position. It is contemplated that Voraspring brand expanded polymer will be used for the cushions-mattress; in combination this assures a superior sleeping surface.