Abstract: A storage box includes a compartment having a base and opposed sidewalls extending from the base. Each sidewall of the opposed sidewalls includes two first retaining surfaces extend away from the base and along the sidewall where the first retaining surfaces are a first distance away from each other. Each sidewall includes two parallel second retaining surfaces extending away from the first retaining surfaces and along the sidewall. The second retaining surfaces are a second distance away from each other and the second distance is greater than the first distance. The storage box includes a rod, and support surfaces associated with each sidewall of the first pair of opposed sidewalls are configured to support the rod.

Abstract: A storage box includes a compartment having a base and opposed sidewalls extending from the base. Each sidewall of the opposed sidewalls includes two first retaining surfaces extend away from the base and along the sidewall where the first retaining surfaces are a first distance away from each other. Each sidewall includes two parallel second retaining surfaces extending away from the first retaining surfaces and along the sidewall. The second retaining surfaces are a second distance away from each other and the second distance is greater than the first distance. The storage box includes a rod, and support surfaces associated with each sidewall of the first pair of opposed sidewalls are configured to support the rod.

Abstract: A storage box includes a compartment having a base and opposed sidewalls extending from the base. Each sidewall of the opposed sidewalls includes two first retaining surfaces extend away from the base and along the sidewall where the first retaining surfaces are a first distance away from each other. Each sidewall includes two parallel second retaining surfaces extending away from the first retaining surfaces and along the sidewall. The second retaining surfaces are a second distance away from each other and the second distance is greater than the first distance. The storage box includes a rod, and support surfaces associated with each sidewall of the first pair of opposed sidewalls are configured to support the rod.

Abstract: The invention is that of systems and methods for individuals to identify service providers based on user-selected criteria and view the profiles of qualified service providers. The methods described herein allow users to have true and correct knowledge about the background and customer satisfaction associated with the service providers. Users may also upload recommendations based on experience with the service providers. Service providers may create profiles that allow users to understand their areas of competence, experience and other useful information for the selection process. Video and other content may be uploaded in support of service provider recommendations. A graphical user interface may be provided for ease of service provider vetting and selection, as well as interactivity between providers and other users. The systems and methods herein enable a high-quality service provider selection experience using social media and presentation concepts that does not exist in the current state of the art.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus to hold a screw on a screw driver. The device comprises a ring base, a spring, and a hook. The base is secured to the shaft of a screw driver with a locking screw. The hook, via a spring, is connected to the base. The hook wraps around a head of a screw and the spring compresses the screw against the screw driver tip.

Abstract: A stem extension for artificial flowers comprising a stem extension having an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft having a first end and a second end. The first end of the elongated shaft provided with a graduated female opening. The second end of the elongated shaft provided with a graduated male end. The stem extension comprises an exterior surface. A portion of the exterior surface comprises a course textured finish. The elongated shaft of the stem extension further comprises a one or more fins and veins arranged between the first end and the second end. The graduated male end comprises a one or more external diameters each separated from one another by a male shoulder. The graduated female receiving opening comprises a one or more internal diameters each separated from one another by a female shoulder. The graduated female opening comprises a first inside diameter and a second inside diameter.

Abstract: A stem extension for artificial flowers comprising a stem extension having an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft having a first end and a second end. The first end of the elongated shaft provided with a graduated female opening. The second end of the elongated shaft provided with a graduated male end. The stem extension comprises an exterior surface. A portion of the exterior surface comprises a course textured finish. The elongated shaft of the stem extension further comprises a one or more fins and veins arranged between the first end and the second end. The graduated male end comprises a one or more external diameters each separated from one another by a male shoulder. The graduated female receiving opening comprises a one or more internal diameters each separated from one another by a female shoulder. The graduated female opening comprises a first inside diameter and a second inside diameter.

Abstract: A thermal cooling apparatus is provided that includes a thermal pack and a flexible band conformable into an annulus. The flexible band includes outer and inner layers made of thermally insulating material. The inner and outer layers are connected to one another to establish a pocket including a mouth sized to permit insertion and removal of the thermal pack through the mouth for accommodation in the pocket. The inner layer preferably possesses a plurality of vent ports for permitting thermal transfer from the thermal pack through the inner layer. Also provided is a method of treating an anatomical area of an individual with the thermal cooling apparatus.

Abstract: Systems, methods and media for binding papers are disclosed. Two opposing frames are so situated that an edge of papers may be inserted between facing sides of the frames and bound by a clamping mechanism. The clamping mechanism comprises a strap secured to the first frame and securable to the second frame. A lever arm, to which the strap is attached, tightens the strap connecting the first and second frames, so that rotating the lever arm tightens the strap, secures the strap to the second frame, and forces the two frames toward each other to clamp an edge of the papers inserted between the frames.

Abstract: A subsea pumping assembly locates on a seafloor for pumping well fluid from subsea wells to the level. The pumping assembly has a tubular outer housing that is at least partially embedded in the seafloor. A tubular primary housing locates in the outer housing and has a lower end with a receptacle. An annular space surrounds the primary housing within the outer housing for delivering fluid to a receptacle at the lower end of the primary housing. A capsule is lowered in and retrieved from the primary housing. The capsule sealingly engages the receptacle for receiving well fluid from the annular space. A submersible pump is located inside the capsule. The pump has an intake that receives well fluid and a discharge that discharges the well fluid exterior of this capsule. The capsule has a valve in its inlet that when closed prevents leakage of well fluid from the capsule. The capsule may be retrieved through open sea without a riser.

Abstract: The wrist or headband described herein is of composite construction, specifically, an essentially continuous elastic band or sleeve, which is anatomically conforming in overall dimensions to the approximate wrist or headband size of a wearer; and, a moisture absorbent material, associated with at least one end of the sleeve, to wick moisture from the interface of a wearer and the sleeve into a reservoir located on the exterior surface of the sleeve. The sleeve is preferably fabricated of the same material as the foam fabric used in the fabrication of a SCUBA diver's suit, specifically, a closed cell foam. The thickness of such materials is generally uniform throughout the device and designed to provide more than adequate thermal insulation for the source of cooling energy housed within the device. The sleeve is further modified on the interior surface thereof (also “skin contact surface”) to accommodate a source of thermal energy (also “chill pack”).

Abstract: An umbrella canopy mounted to a post structure is arranged to include a base support, wherein the base support directs pressurized air through the post support, that in turn includes a matrix of apertures directed therethrough that are selectively blocked by individuals to permit air flow onto such individuals positioned about an associated table structure relative to the post support.