Abstract: An articulated, orthotic brace for providing support to an anatomical joint including a first support for detachably engaging a body portion adjacent the joint, a second support for detachably engaging a body portion on the opposite side of the joint, and an articulated device interconnecting the first and second supports defined by first and second articular members selectively movable relative to one another and adjustable over a predetermined range to approximate anatomical motion of the joint.

Abstract: A jig for placement in a vise and receiving the beveled ends of a band saw blade preparatory to the joining of same as by silver soldering. The jig includes a shouldered upper edge which serves to align the blade end segments. A clamping member includes foot portions for blade segment engagement. The clamping member and jig main body define open areas for blade access and which prevent heat conduction from the blade. Springs urge the clamping member to a blade releasing, raised position. Clips on the main body retain the blade in place on a curved bottom wall of the main body to facilitate a filing operation removing excess solder from the blade joint.