Abstract: The present invention relates to a mixed-media kinetic filtration device which uses a family of various types of media substances to enable selectable filtration and filtrate process functions. More specifically, the filtration device and related process utilizes gradient-enabled nanomechanisms to separate one or more selectable molecules from a filtrate feed and, in some cases, further process those molecules. The family of media substances may be modified, adapted, or altered through treatment, stimulation, conditioning, or other methods to create desirable characteristics and/or create different filtration or process characteristics.

Abstract: A drawstringing kit including a needle and a guard is disclosed. The needle includes an eyelet for receiving a drawstring. A tunnel of the damaged product is adapted to receive the needle to facilitate stringing of the drawstring through the tunnel. The guard is positioned about at least a portion of a perimeter of the damaged product. A method for repairing an automotive seat assembly is also disclosed. The method includes the steps of removing a damaged, originally-manufactured drawstring from a tunnel of a seat cover; restringing a replacement drawstring through the tunnel; positioning the seat cover over the seat assembly; and maintaining structural integrity of the replacement drawstring and tunnel. An apparatus for repairing an automotive seat assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to improvements in trailer alignment and hook-up systems which are used with conventional hitching and hitch elements. The system comprises a fork-like sighting member attached to the towing vehicle and a flexible sighting pole assembly attached to the trailer hitch. The vehicles are properly aligned when the hitching element bumps the base or tail of the sighting pole causing it to vibrate while being viewed within the fork-like sighting member.