Abstract: The disclosure of the present invention relates to a clamp block or more specifically to a clamp block having an integrated ratcheting retainer strap mechanism. The ratchet clamp block configured to secure longer stock items and is particularly configured to secure items having a long irregular or cylindrical cross-section.

Abstract: A method is provided for forming a welt in a single sheet of coverstock by folding and sewing. A second method is provided for forming a welt adjacent a seam formed by sewing two sheets of coverstock together, the method requiring less selvage from one of the sheets.

Abstract: A method is provided for forming a welt in a single sheet of coverstock by folding and sewing. A second method is provided for forming a welt adjacent a seam formed by sewing two sheets of coverstock together, the method requiring less selvage from one of the sheets.

Abstract: This invention relates to the production of proteins, including therapeutic plasma proteins, by virally-immortalized hepatocyte cell lines and by other eukaryotic cells, as well as to the use of such proteins for screening and therapy, as well as to nucleic acids, vectors, and transformed or transfected cells that carry the genetic information for proteins.

Abstract: A cordless digital audio headphone is disclosed. The headphone includes a pair of earphones connected to a headband. The earphones provide audible signals. The headphone also includes a memory unit positioned on the headband for containing digitally stored audio information. A processor is disposed on the headband, and is coupled to the memory unit for retrieving the digitally stored information from the memory unit. An analog to digital converter receives the digitally stored audio information, and provides the audible signal to the earphones.

Abstract: A truss construction especially adapted for use in reinforcing and/or restoring sagging flooring of a building to a substantially horizontal position comprises a plurality of individual truss units arranged in a row and coupled to one another in such manner as to enable adjacent units to rock relative to one another in opposite directions and bow upwardly the truss formed by the assembled truss units. The individual truss units from which the assembled truss is formed are separable from one another and the components from which such units are formed are separable to enable such units to avoid interference with utility materials such as wiring and plumbing components during placement of the truss units in operative condition.

Abstract: A cordless digital audio headphone is disclosed. The headphone includes a pair of earphones connected to a headband. The earphones provide audible signals. The headphone also includes a memory slot positioned on the headband for receiving a memory card containing digitally stored audio information. A processor is disposed on the headband, and is coupled to the memory slot for retrieving the digitally stored audio information from the memory card. An analog to digital converter receives the digitally stored audio information, and provides the audible signal to the earphones.