Abstract: A light scanning device deflects a plurality of light beams by a deflecting means performs divided scanning on a single scanning line on a photoconductor with the plurality of deflected light beams. When the scanning line is scanned, a detecting means detects a light beam passing through a predetermined position in front of a position where the light beam first strikes an image forming range on the photoconductor. An oscillating means oscillates a specified number of clocks in a time interval from when the light beam is detected by the detecting means until it is detected thereby again. An adjusting means makes adjustments so as to irradiate a plurality of light beams based on clocks oscillated by the oscillating means. In a time interval after the light beam is detected by the detecting means until it is detected thereby again, a plurality of light beams are irradiated based on the specified number of clocks.

Abstract: Light scanning devices forming electrostatic latent images on photosensitive bodies are disposed so as to correspond respectively to the plurality of photosensitive bodies which correspond to a plurality of colors, respectively. Electrooptical elements are disposed on light paths of light beams. The electrostatic latent images formed on the respective photosensitive bodies 1 are respectively developed by developing means. Developed electrostatic latent images are respectively superposed together and transferred onto a sheet, so that a color image is formed. Images-for-detecting-offset-amounts, which are formed on a conveying body by the light scanning devices, are detected, and offset amounts of images of the respective colors are detected. Based on detected offset amounts, voltages are applied to the respective electrooptical elements such that the offset amounts become values of a predetermined range.

Abstract: A shift-lever device includes a key lever operating with key-lock mechanism, a sub lever independently rotatably arranged to the key lever and including a pin, a spring arranged to enable the key lever and the sub lever to rotate together, and a lock lever contacting the pin of the sub lever and operating with the key lever. The lock lever operates with the shift-lock mechanism to prevent and allow shifting of a shift lever from a predetermined position. The device also includes a release rod arranged to be operable from outside of the device and serving to rotate the lock lever to rotate the sub lever against the spring independently of the key lever.

Abstract: A light scanning device deflects a plurality of light beams by a deflecting means performs divided scanning on a single scanning line on a photoconductor with the plurality of deflected light beams. When the scanning line is scanned, a detecting means detects a light beam passing through a predetermined position in front of a position where the light beam first strikes an image forming range on the photoconductor. An oscillating means oscillates a specified number of clocks in a time interval from when the light beam is detected by the detecting means until it is detected thereby again. An adjusting means makes adjustments so as to irradiate a plurality of light beams based on clocks oscillated by the oscillating means. In a time interval after the light beam is detected by the detecting means until it is detected thereby again, a plurality of light beams are irradiated based on the specified number of clocks.

Abstract: A light transmittance adjusting apparatus for adjusting a windowpane of an automobile or a building has a fixed member and a movable member arranged in parallel with each other and having a plurality of light interception sections and light transmission sections formed thereon alternately. The vertical position of the movable member are changed electrostatically relative to the fixed member to adjust the light transmittance of the windowpane. Each light interception section has a semi-interception region, the light transmittance of which decreases gradually from a center region thereof toward the adjacent light transmission section. The semi-interception region of the light interception section of a light interception plate of the fixed member overlap the semi-interception region of the light interception section of a light interception plate of the movable member, thus accomplishing an optical interception completely.

Abstract: An ophthalmic apparatus for diagnosing the condition of an eye based on an examination of images of interference fringes formed by a lacrimal layer on the anterior portion of the eye. The apparatus has an illumination system that projects a beam of light from a light source onto the anterior portion of the eye, and an imaging system, such as a CCD camera, that produces images of interference fringes formed by a lacrimal layer on the anterior portion of the eye. The illumination and imaging systems each have linear polarizers having mutually parallel linear polarization axes.

Abstract: A reversing transmission for marine propulsion units or the like. The reversing transmission includes a multiple disc clutch assembly that is cooperative with a pair of bevel gear and clutch assemblies. These bevel gear and clutch assemblies are made up of a two-part construction each comprised of a bevel gear and a tubular sleeve that is affixed to the bevel gear and which carries a series of clutch plates. A clutch actuating piston is also incorporated that has a tapered end face so as to improve and make smoother the clutch engagement.

Abstract: A lubricating and drive system for a marine propulsion transmission that is comprised of an upper reversing transmission and a lower final drive transmission. A lubricant pump is driven off an input shaft to the reversing transmission for supplying lubricant for actuating its clutches and also for lubricating its gears. The pickup for the lubricant pump is disposed at a lower position in the final drive gear case so as to maintain a low lubricant level therein when the unit is operating so as to reduce drag.

Abstract: A tonometer is adapted to measure intraocular pressure by applying pressure onto of an eye being examined via its eyelid. The tonometer is provided with a pressure means that presses against the eyelid of a subject eye to thereby apply pressure to the eye. The load applied to the pressure means is detected by a Load sensor and used to calculate intraocular pressure of the eye. The tonometer with this arrangement is structurally simple and compact, operationally safe, and does not cause the patient to feel fear and discomfort.

Abstract: A marine outboard drive that accommodates counterrotation and which further includes a lubricant pump driven from the input shaft for circulating lubricant through the outboard drive. The lubricant pump is driven directly from the input shaft so that it will rotate in the same direction regardless of the direction of rotation of the drive shaft. The lubricant pump delivers lubricant to all components of the outboard drive that require lubrication.

Abstract: An improved speed detecting device for a marine propulsion unit that includes a drilled passageway integrally formed in the lower unit housing and which cooperates with a two part flexible conduit to transmit the signal of water pressure to a remotely positioned speed detector contained within the hull of the associated watercraft.

Abstract: The contact lenses of the present invention are formed of copolymers with monomers having hydroxyl groups and fluoroalkyl groups as their components. This invention makes it possible to provide contact lenses which are excellent not only in oxygen permeability, wettability and hardness, but also in contamination resistance to protein, lipids, etc., and transparency, etc.

Abstract: The present invention provides a covering material consisting essentially of a hydrophilic, water insoluble polymer (component A), a high boiling plasticizer and/or organic solvent (component B) for said component A, and an aqueous liquid (component C). Said covering material is useful as a protective covering material for forming a film or coat on the skin and/or wound surface in the treatment of burn. The material is characterized in that film or coat formation on the skin and/or wound surface can be realized in a short time.