Abstract: An aluminum alloy chain is formed from welded loops of aluminum rod that constitute the individual links of the chain. During welding, a weld bead is produced by fusing opposed ends of bent aluminum alloy rod stock and pressing the ends together while fused to create a weld bead that extends beyond the perimeter of the rod stock, at least in a direction towards the inside of the link. The aluminum alloy chain can be anodized entirely or at selected intervals to provide a colorful chain or to provide a measurement of the length of the chain. The chain is particularly adapted for use with anchors used in connection with nautical vessels.

Abstract: A number of embodiments of exhaust control devices particularly adapted for use with motorcycles and wherein the exhaust control device is designed to be positioned beneath the engine transmission assembly of the motorcycle and which offer a compact configuration. In each embodiment, the expansion device is formed of a fabricated member from sheet metal stampings. The exhaust device comprises an inlet or collector section an expansion chamber and an outlet. In some embodiments, both the inlet collector section conduits are formed from joined stampings and the expansion chamber is formed from joined stampings and in other embodiments only the expansion chamber is formed from joined stampings and the inlet conduits of the collector section are formed from formed tubular members.