Abstract: Switches with integrated overcurrent protection elements are described. The overcurrent protection elements can include a bimetallic structure which is configured to move between a first shape and a second shape in response to heating. The overcurrent protection element can be rotationally coupled to a rotary knob in some embodiments. In other embodiments, the overcurrent protection element can be fixed, and the rotary knob can be connected to one or more rotatable conductive structures within the rotary switch.

Abstract: Switches with integrated overcurrent protection elements are described. The overcurrent protection elements can include a bimetallic structure which is configured to move between a first shape and a second shape in response to heating. The overcurrent protection element can be rotationally coupled to a rotary knob in some embodiments. In other embodiments, the overcurrent protection element can be fixed, and the rotary knob can be connected to one or more rotatable conductive structures within the rotary switch.

Abstract: A toilet having improved flush capabilities, an electrical system for foul air evacuation including bacterial filtration, a storage compartment, a night-light, improved waste disposal, and optional accessories for converting the toilet into a medical work-station for ease of use by patients who may have special requirements and/or needs.

Abstract: A toilet having improved flush capabilities, an electrical system for foul air evacuation including bacterial filtration, a storage compartment, a night light, improved waste disposal, and optional accessories for converting the toilet into a medical work-station for ease of use by patients and/or the handicapped.

Abstract: A novel integrally molded cabinetry assembly having a commode formed therein. The commode substantially hangs inside the cabinetry and includes an outlet that is located on a first lower side portion thereof and the plumbing conduits incorporate a flexible portion. Whereby, the plumbing conduits can be installed at optional locations as they need not be installed directly above the sewer outlet as required in standard installations. The entire assembly also allows for numerous optional accessories, such as a novel sink, a special urinal, air evacuation system, a grinder, etc.

Abstract: A novel sanitary and odor free workstation having two spaced apart, transparent plate members that are operatively interconnected to a vacuum source and in combination define a vacuumed air evacuation area that functions as a workstation between the plate members. Thus, a user can easily position an object of choice within the workstation, or even adjacent thereto, and have hands free controlled access that allows manipulation of the object yet protects the user, and others, from physical or airborne transference of bacterial matter and from any undesirable odors emitting there from and also protects the user's eyes from any potential damage, respectively. Furthermore, the workstation is portable, self-contained, safe, sanitary and is substantially usable with any object of choice.

Abstract: An exercise cane that can be used for mobility, but it is also constructed for use as an exercise device while walking or jogging. The cane also includes optional features such as a battery operated light, a storage compartment, a drinking bottle with a container therefore, and a novel drinking straw that allows a user to take a drink without interrupting the physical workout.

Abstract: An exercise cane that can be used for mobility, but it is also constructed for use as an exercise device while walking or jogging. The cane also includes optional features such as a battery operated light, a storage compartment, a drinking bottle with a container therefore, and a novel drinking straw that allows a user to take a drink without interrupting the physical workout.

Abstract: A functioning cell phone having internal electrical components that are housed within a writing instrument, such as within an ink pen or pencil, each of which are fully functional for writing therewith. Thus this combination provides unusual novel results and the cell phone includes numerous optional features as taught herein.

Abstract: A hockey stick is herein disclosed which is in conformance with the regulations required by hockey officials and the stick is so formed as to provide a longitudinal concave curved portion on the blade on the forehand side and a partial longitudinal concave curve on the blade on the backhand side, with at least a portion of each curve being substantially opposite each other.

Abstract: A reflex hockey/roller ball and street ball practice board which is compact and economical to build that tones the skills of a player at all levels of expertise from beginners to professionals. The board has a sensor which indicates by lights and/or a counter when the puck crosses the center line and encourages the player to increase their stick handling abilities. Also, goals are indicated by audio/visual means such as a bell or flashing lights. The wall structure includes a rebound material such as foam rubber and at least one wall includes an irregular surface for rebound un-predictability.

Abstract: A combination roller ball and hockey puck which includes the following; a cylindrical hollow housing having an interior chamber, an arcuate shaped bottom, a circumfused sidewall and a top. The puck provides means for introducing a powder substance within the chamber and weep holes from the sidewall and bottom evenly disperse the powder onto a playing surface. A replacable rubber band surrounds the sidewall for inhanced rebound and a weight within the housing minimizes accidrental turn-over.

Abstract: A combination tool which is substantially a pair of pliers in which the handles are parallel to each other and have at their handle ends screwdriver tips and have a free floating rubber sleeve on each handle which may be gripped to put pressure on the screwdriver tips while one of the handles being turned crossways acts as a torque wrench. In one embodiment, the tips may be changeable and held in place by magnetic or mechanical means.

Abstract: A combination electrician's tool which is substantially a pair of pliers in which the handles are parallel to each other and having at one of it's handle ends a crescent wrench while the other handle end has means to accept various tips such as screwdriver tips, sockets, etc. and gripping means to put pressure on the tips and the other handle being turned crossways can act as a torque wrench. The tool also has cutting, stripping and crimping means and one of the jaw sections can engage and hold a slotted screw.

Abstract: A locking slip-joint pliers with a phillips screwdriver on one handle and a slot screwdriver on the other, with the pliers having four positions, the first and second positions being a conventional slip-joint pliers including jaws and a cutter while the third position locks the plier members at a 90 degree angle to each other thus providing a means to put pressure on the screwdriver tips, while the fourth position is a wide open position which partially locks the plier members in a substantially straight line, thus making an unusually long screwdriver.