Abstract: Testable sealed and/or self-diagnosing electromagnetic or solid-state relays simplify troubleshooting of electrical circuits. The testable relay comprises a relay housing with terminals adapted to connect to a circuit and an opposing top wall with testable terminals formed as projections being flush with or extending from the top wall and being exposed for testing the relay by applying a multimeter device. A self-diagnosing relay comprises a relay housing with terminals adapted to connect to a circuit, and at least two light-emitting diodes (LEDs). One of the LED indicates the relay is energized, and another LED light is a diagnostic LED and indicates if the relay is damaged.

Abstract: Testable sealed and/or self-diagnosing electromagnetic or solid-state relays simplify troubleshooting of electrical circuits. The testable relay comprises a relay housing with terminals adapted to connect to a circuit and an opposing top wall with testable terminals formed as projections being flush with or extending from the top wall and being exposed for testing the relay by applying a multimeter device. A self-diagnosing relay comprises a relay housing with terminals adapted to connect to a circuit, and at least two light-emitting diodes (LEDs). One of the LED indicates the relay is energized, and another LED light is a diagnostic LED and indicates if the relay is damaged.

Abstract: Hideaway pet ramps of the present disclosure are collapsible, discreet, and greatly facilitate access for pets onto beds, sofas, vehicles, and other elevated areas. This access can be greatly beneficial for infirm, geriatric, overweight, and small pets. Advantageously, pet ramps of the present disclosure also reduce the likelihood of injury for pet owners, such as injuries from lifting an animal onto the bed without the benefit of a ramp. Pet ramps of the present disclosure generally include a thin, rigid housing that discreetly fits underneath a mattress without compromising the comfort of the mattress. The housing forms a pocket configured to store a telescoping, height-adjustable and length-adjustable ramp assembly having an upper slide assembly and a lower slide assembly that may be deployed at any time a pet needs access to/from the bed.

Abstract: An encoded data card unit apparatus includes a first unit side and an opposed second unit side coextensive with the first unit side, and also includes a case unit. A card-mounted first data-encoded magnetic stripe is mounted on the first unit side adjacent to a straight first card unit edge. A card-mounted second data-encoded magnetic stripe is mounted on the first unit side or on the second unit side adjacent to a straight second card unit edge. The first card unit edge and the second card unit edge are substantially perpendicular to each other. The first unit side and the second unit side are non-rectangular in shape. The card unit and case unit can include a number of devices or applications to protect data, and reduce fraud or identity theft.

Abstract: A non-quadrilateral data-encoded card is provided having a partially circular shape with a substantially straight edge portion. A data-storage region is disposed on one side of the card substantially parallel to but spaced from the straight edge portion. A case for the card is formed from first and second cover portions. The first and second cover portions are pivotally connected to each other and to the card. As a result of the pivotal connection, the card may be pivotally accessed easily relative to the first or second cover portions. The card with its uniquely shaped partially circular peripheral extent and straight edge portion has application as a credit card, debit card, gift card, or other value associated card.

Abstract: A structural building module is provided as a generally rectangular, hollow, extruded, interlocking tubular element formed of a plastic material. The module has two opposed first sides and two opposed second sides extending along a longitudinal axis. Two flanges project from one of the second sides of the element parallel to the first sides and extend along the longitudinal axis for the length of the element. Two recessed areas extend along the longitudinal axis for the length of the element from another of the second sides of the element and aligned with the two flanges. The flanges of one module interlock with the recessed areas of an adjacent module. Structures made with the modules may be assembled easily and quickly. Individual modules have a high stiffness to weight ratio, rendering the modules particularly appropriate for low cost residential housing, auxiliary buildings such as garden sheds or garages, or emergency huts or shelters.

Abstract: A cradle for placing a support in a mine. The cradle includes a housing for holding the mine support. The cradle includes an arm mechanism rotatably attached to the housing which has an open position that allows the support to enter the housing and a closed position which prevents the support from leaving the housing. The cradle includes an attachment mechanism connected to the housing for rotatably attaching the housing to a platform of a mechanism for moving the mine support. The attachment mechanism maintains the housing in the horizontal position or a vertical position. A method for placing a support in a mine. The method includes the steps of moving a support from a platform to a cradle. Then there is the step of rotating the cradle until the support is in a vertical position relative to ground. Next there is the step of placing the support on the ground. Then there is the step of separating the support from the cradle. Next there is the step of tensioning the support with the mine roof.

Abstract: Mosquitoes are discouraged from occupying a grassy recreational area by spraying dilute garlic juice on grass, shrubs and trees. Surprisingly, this treatment repels mosquitoes. More surprisingly, mosquitoes are repelled for many months. For reasons not wholly understood, mosquitoes are repelled by some component of garlic juice which may not be the odoriferous compounds. The equivalent of at least about 0.04 gallons of full strength garlic juice per acre is applied. Preferably, the garlic juice is applied in a concentration in the range of 0.04-0.5 gallons of full strength garlic juice per acre and in a strength of 1/2-5% garlic juice.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for use in assisting a human heart is disclosed. A skeletal muscle is formed into a pouch which then surrounds a collapsible, shape-retaining bladder. The bladder is connected to a second bladder enclosed in a sheath around a portion of the aorta. The bladders are filled with a fluid such that when the skeletal muscle contracts in response to an electrical stimulation, the fluid is forced from the first bladder into the bladder sheathed with the aorta, expanding that bladder and forcing the aorta to compress.A period of vascular delay and electrically stimulated training is preferred after the pouch is formed and before use in conjunction with the aorta. Use of a gate means between the two bladders enables implantation of the entire system in one surgical procedure.

Abstract: Aluminum brazing sheet is produced by providing a composite assembly comprising an ingot of aluminum alloy and a layer of an aluminum brazing alloy on at least one side of the ingot. Provided on both sides of the composite assembly is a second layer of aluminum alloy substantially free of eutectic or elemental silicon. The composite assembly and the second layer are hot bonded and formed into brazing sheet by steps including hot rolling in a reversing mill followed by hot rolling in a continuous mill.

Abstract: Aluminum brazing sheet is produced from a composite assembly comprising an ingot of aluminum alloy, at least one side of the ingot provided with a layer of an aluminum brazing alloy consisting essentially of not greater than 0.35 wt.% magnesium and 6.0 to 13.0 wt.% silicon, the remainder aluminum and incidental impurities. A layer of aluminum for rolling purposes is provided on at least one of said ingot and said brazing layer, the rolling layer being substantially free of elemental silicon and consisting essentially of 0.2 wt.% Cu max., 0.4 wt.% Fe max., 0.05 wt.% max. for both Mn and Ti, up to 1.0 wt.% Mg, the remainder aluminum and incidental impurities. The composite assembly is hot bonded by rolling in a reversing mill and thereafter formed into brazing sheet in a continuous rolling mill.

Abstract: An improved automotive bumper or bumper back-up bar is provided in an aluminum alloy containing selected amounts of zinc and magnesium with a small amount of zirconium and copper, with small amounts of chromium and manganese being optional but preferred. Copper is included to enhance strength. The alloy can contain 5.5-9% Zn, 0.8-2% Mg, 0.11-0.25% Cu, 0.05-0.2% Zr, and preferably 0.05-0.35% Mn or 0.05-0.25% Cr, or both. The alloy products contemplated include shaped sheet and extrusion bumper products. The improved method contemplates homogenization at a controlled temperature and control of subsequent thermal exposure to, in cooperation with the homogenization, assure good performance from the standpoint of both strength and resistance to stress corrosion cracking.