Abstract: A new chrysanthemum distinguished by its vivid dark red composite flowers of medium-large size which are borne in a cyme having eight to ten open blooms on a rigid and erect stem. The foliage is large and abundant and the flower color is excellent in hot weather, which makes this plant a very fine red chrysanthemum for year around flowering, and the peduncles are long enough for cutting out individual flowers for various special uses.

Abstract: A high cubic capacity railroad boxcar that is provided with a longitudinally extending depressed nailable steel floor section disposed on each side of a longitudinally extending center sill structure, the top surface of the floor sections being at the same elevation as the surface of a plate over the center sill structure, the outside lateral margins of each floor section having a removable inverted filler channel member positioned in a longitudinal runner recess adjacent a car angle member and side sill. Each filler channel member may be replaced with a bulkhead floor track in the form of a slotted runner member or a rack gear member and cooperate with a similar overhead track for receiving, locating and restraining removable bulkheads later added to the car by a lading shipper as may be required.

Abstract: This invention relates to clamping apparatus defining a base plate having a male portion located at the first end and a female portion located at the second end. The base plate is adapted with apertures. First clamp plates are positioned longitudinally along each side of the base plate. The first clamp plates having a male portion located at the first end and a female portion located at the second end. The first clamp plate is adapted with first apertures that are in matching relationship with the apertures of the base plate and the first clamp plates have second apertures. Second clamp plates are positioned longitudinally along one side of the first clamp plates. The second clamp plates have a female portion located at the first end and a male portion located at the second. The second clamp plate is adapted with apertures in matching relationship to the second apertures of the first clamp plate.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for stuffing viscous food product into a shirred tubular casing article containing a casing diameter sizing means confined within an unshirred portion of one closed end, comprising means to stretch-size and snub the casing to a predetermined diameter as it is being stuffed and control means to regulate the shape of the leading end and trailing end portions of a clip closed food product.

Abstract: Improved components, such as a cuvette, are disclosed in the specification.

Abstract: An electrode system includes a reservoir of liquid-metal reactant, and a wick extending from a submersed location within the reservoir into the molten electrolyte of an electrochemical cell structure. The wick is flooded with the liquid metal and thereby serves as one electrode within the cell. This electrode system has application in high-temperature batteries employing molten alkali metals or their alloys as active material within an electrode submersed within a molten salt electrolyte. It also can be used in electrochemical cells where the purification, separation or electrowinning of liquid metals is accomplished.

Abstract: A transmission system for handling materials moving underground comprising a plastic pipe having metallic material of relatively high electrical or electronic conductivity and sensitivity secured to the pipe body. When the pipe is installed in the ground, the metallic material will be automatically buried in association with the pipe body. Detecting means suitable for sensing the presence of the conductive material can then be employed for locating the pipe whereby digging operations or other activities can be engaged in without the danger of damaging the pipe.

Abstract: A signal bandpass filter apparatus is disclosed wherein a direct short circuit between input and output is prevented and the loss of the ground reference of the filter is detectable and fail-safe in operation.

Abstract: A large, 2 wire, 21/2D core memory includes four, 1K (1024) by 1280, core frames with 1280 Y conductors each stringing and inductively coupling a column of 1024 cores in each of the four frames and 4K orthogonal X conductors each stringing and inductively coupling one row of 1280 cores. A word position within the memory is defined by 5 pairs of Y conductors, a corresponding X conductor from each frame, and selection of relative current directions in the Y conductors. Reading of a 20 bit word is accomplished with 5 sense amplifiers in four rapid sucession read sub-operations. Writing is accomplished in two sub-operations by separately controlling partial select digit currents in each of the 5 pairs of Y conductors. A bidirectional X drive and switching arrangement utilizes overlapping X drive currents and shared circuitry to maximize memory speed and reduce electronic components costs.

Abstract: A batch process is disclosed for the production of relatively pure urea ammonium polyphosphate liquid fertilizers from crystalline urea phosphate made from wet-process acid and urea. Initially, crystalline urea phosphate is fed to a tank where it is combined with previously produced liquid product; the latter is added to provide fluidity for agitation. The mixture is then ammoniated batchwise in one stage to pyrolyze the urea phosphate to condense orthophosphate to polyphosphate and form molten urea-ammonium polyphosphates. Pyrolysis takes place at relatively low temperatures of 220.degree. F. to 300.degree. F. and heat from ammoniation of the urea phosphate crystals provides all the heat to effect the condensation. The molten pyrolyzate which contains mixtures of urea, ammonium orthophosphate, and ammonium polyphosphate is dissolved in an ammonia-water mixture to yield high-analysis liquid fertilizer that contains 10 to 15 percent nitrogen and 16 to 30 percent P.sub.2 O.sub.

Abstract: A governor for an engine has a fuel supply control mechanism with linearly adjustable yieldable stops that are positionable in at least two discrete positions by selectively actuated first and second coacting adjusting wedges. The cam-like wedges are disposed operatively adjacent the linearly adjustable stops and are slideably repositioned relative to one another when responding to the vehicle speed/direction control. Adjustment or repositioning of the wedges places the fuel control adjustable stops selectively in one of the two discrete positions to control the lug characteristic, torque rise and/or basic operating speed of the engine.

Abstract: In a printing mechanism, the leading edge of a sheet of paper is fed onto the printing surface of a cylindrical drum and is clamped thereto. A gear is rotatively attached to the drum, and a sensor controlled gear segment clutch, which is mounted for rotation independently of the drum, controls the clamping and rotational movement of a clamp for clamping the trailing edge of the sheet of paper. The sensor senses when the trailing edge of the sheet passes thereby and activates the gear segment clutch which rotates toward the gear attached to the drum and engages it. The rotational movement of the gear segment clutch results in the closing of the trailing edge clamp onto the trailing end of the sheet of paper. The gear attached to the drum rotates the gear segment clutch and it in turn rotates the trailing edge paper clamp which now rotates the drum. Consequently, the above described printing mechanism can clamp both ends of variable length paper onto a cylinder and rotate it for a print operation.

Abstract: A motor mounting assembly is separable into two portions between the frame and the motor enabling one portion of the mounting assembly to remain resiliently connected to the vehicle frame while the other portion is removed with the motor. Reinstallation of the motor is greatly simplified as the separable portions of the mounting assembly can readily be repositioned and reconnected without the misalignment problems encountered during installation of motors using conventional mounts which must be engaged at the vehicle frame.

Abstract: Provided are stabilized compositions of benzoyl peroxide and a method for their preparation.The compositions comprise benzoyl peroxide and a desensitizer selected from the group consisting of a lower alkyl ester of 3,3-dimethyl-4-pentenoic acid and a lower alkyl ester of 4,6,6,6-tetrachloro-3,3-dimethylhexanoic acid, the desensitizer being present in an amount of at least 0.5 part by weight for each part by weight of benzoyl peroxide.

Abstract: Radiation-cleavable nondiffusible compounds for providing a transfer dye image are comprised of a spectral sensitizing dye moiety and a diffusible image dye moiety joined by a linkage in the spectral sensitizing dye moiety which is cleaved upon absorption of radiation by the spectral sensitizing dye moiety, thereby releasing a diffusible image dye. Such compounds are useful in radiation-sensitive elements and processes to provide dye images. Preferred compounds have the formula ##STR1## where: Q represents the atoms to complete a pyridine or quinoline ring;SENS is attached to the 2 or 4 position of the pyridine or quinoline ring and represents the atoms which, in conjunction with N, complete a spectral sensitizing dye;ALK represents an alkylene moiety of 1 to 8 carbon atoms;DYE represents a diffusible photographic dye or dye precursor moiety; andX.sup..crclbar. represents an anion, if necessary to provide charge neutrality.

Abstract: Ballasted primary and secondary 3'-sulfamoyl-1-hydroxy-2-naphthanilide couplers are disclosed as well as compositions and photographic elements containing these couplers in coupler solvent particles. The coupler solvent particles are comprised of a combination of a coupler solvent and the coupler capable of permitting the formation of a microcrystalline dye. Surprisingly these microcrystalline dyes exhibit a broadened absorption characteristic in the 750 to 850 mm region of the spectrum. Dye images having such absorption characteristics are particularly suited to forming integral infrared absorbing sound tracks in photographic elements, such as motion picture projection films.

Abstract: A tool to aid decision-makers in making non-programmed decisions in an uncertain environment. A small computer having graphic display capabilities is combined with a program which provides the means for operating the computer directly by the decision-maker. Problems are stated in decision-tree format with the decision-maker providing probabilities for chance events, terminal values and points on his preference curve. The computer makes choices at decision nodes on the basis of maximization of expected value or utility and displays both the expectation of the project and the decision path. Automated sensitivity analysis is provided to determine those probabilities lying on the decision path which are most sensitive in changing either that path or the expectation. In addition, the effects of varying the probability of any selected branch may be determined. Instructions appear on the display and the user's response is by selecting a program alternate with the light pen or typing a numeral.

Abstract: In a machine for stacking or destacking sacks filled with particulate materials, a device for handling the sacks is disclosed which comprises a body portion from which extends a platform having upper and lower surfaces provided by two belts placed back to back and driveable in opposite directions so that the outer surfaces move in the same direction. When the extended edge of the platform is positioned between a sack of one layer and its underlying layer, i.e. so that the sack rests on the upper belt and the lower belt of the platform rests on the underlying layer, the platform may be drawn into or out from the interface between the sack and its underlying layer by driving the belts in the appropriate directions. The body portion is secured to a robot arm for moving and positioning the handling device, movement of which is preferably sychronized with movement of the platform into or out from the interface so as to minimize any sliding between the platform and the sacks.

Abstract: An improvement is provided in the regeneration system of agueous regenerative processes for the removal of SO.sub.2 from SO.sub.2 -containing gas streams which have a scrubbing system containing (1) a scrubbing zone through which a recirculating stream of sodium, potassium or ammonium thiosulfate solution continuously passes as a vehicle for the SO.sub.2 absorbent--sodium, potassium, or ammonium carbonate--under conditions favorable to the formation of sulfite by the reaction of carbonate and SO.sub.2 and (2) a thiosulfate generation zone in which the sulfite is converted by sulfide to thiosulfate. The improvement comprises converting in a regenerating system, the net make of thiosulfate to sulfide and carbonate by converting one portion of the thiosulfate to formate and the reacting the other portion with said formate.

Abstract: A substituted benzene compound of the following formula was found to protect an insect pheromone against ultraviolet (UV) radiation degradation ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is H or alkoxy group of 1 to 2 carbon atoms, R.sub.2 is H or phenyl group, R.sub.3 is H, CN, or methylcarboxy group, R.sub.4 is alkyl group of 1 to 2 carbon atoms of straight chain or 2 to 6 carbon atoms with .beta.-substitution of alkyl or alkoxy group of 1 to 2 carbon atoms or .alpha.- and .beta.-OH substitutions. The UV absorbing compounds of the preceding formula significantly extended the biological activity and quality of the pheromone while at the same time remaining nontoxic to the insect and nondestructive of the environment.

Abstract: A substituted benzene compound of the following formula was found to protect an insect pheromone against ultraviolet (UV) radiation degradation ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is H or alkoxy group of 1 to 12 carbon atoms, R.sub.2 is H, sulphonic acid or its sodium salt, R.sub.3 is H, OH, and R.sub.4 is H, OH, or methoxy group. The UV absorbing compounds of the preceding formula significantly extended the biological activity and quality of the pheromone while at the same time remaining nontoxic to the insect and nondestructive of the environment.

Abstract: Ballasted 1-hydroxy-2-naphthamide couplers which are N-substituted with a thiazolyl group that is in turn substituted with a phenyl group are disclosed as well as compositions and photographic elements containing these couplers in coupler solvents. Preferred couplers are those of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is a coupling-off group and Ballast is a hydrophobic photographic ballasting group. The coupler solvent particles are comprised of a combination of a coupler solvent and the coupler capable of permitting the formation of a microcrystalline dye. Surprisingly these microcrystalline dyes exhibit a broadened absorption characteristic in the 750 to 850 nm region of the spectrum. Dye images having such absorption characteristics are particularly suited to forming integral infrared absorbing sound tracks in photographic elements, such as motion picture projection films.

Abstract: A pair of cuffs are positioned on the thigh and calf respectively adjacent the knee joint. Each of these cuffs encloses and is backed by a fluid-filled chamber made of a flexible resilient material. The inner surface of this chamber is bonded to an elasticized fabric band which encircles the leg and positions each of the cuffs immediately adjacent the knee joint.An accordion-folded section of tubing extends from the upper to the lower fluid filled chamber along each side of the knee forming a unitary fluid-filled system. A pair of flexible but inextensible straps overlays each of the accordion-folded tubes and is securely fastened to the cuffs. Upon lateral impact, fluid migrates from the side of the knee which has been struck to the opposite side causing the cuffs to firmly grip the thigh and calf, and the accordion-folded tube on the opposite side to fill with fluid, creating compressive force between the knee joint and the tensioned straps and preventing dislocation of the knee joint.

Abstract: A prosthetic knee joint of the hinged type which permits rotation of the bones in two planes and has means for attaching the device to the bones as well as coupling means. The attaching means for the tibia is in the form of a flanged sleeve in which a flanged stem element is adapted to be rotatably received. The stem element and the attaching means for the femur are coupled together so that they are permitted to undergo relative rotation in the plane of flexion. The rotation of the stem in the sleeve about the axis of the shaft of the tibia permits rotational movement of the pair of bones in a second (axial) plane. The stem is free to distract from the sleeve while maintaining alignment to insure proper reengagement. Bearing surfaces on the stem and sleeve elements are adapted to engage so that the large forces exerted on the implanted device by reason of the knee's function and mechanics are distributed over the substantial area of the congruent thrust bearing surfaces.

Abstract: Tile construction for a swimming pool comprising an elongated tubular extruded member having a longitudinal channel therein, and provided with a plurality of orifices extending into the channel and opening externally of the member. The orifices provide communication between the channel and the exterior of the tubular member. The tubular member has a flat outer surface and the orifices open in the vicinity of the flat outer surface. The tubular member can extend lengthwise along the pool so as to form a lane. A plurality of adjacent parallel lanes can be provided for racing purposes. A pump is connected to the channel for circulating overflow water back into the pool via the channel and the orifices in the tubular member. A plurality of tubular members can be used to form the wall or bottom of the pool or a deck for the pool for receiving overflow water to recirculate the water back to the pool.

Abstract: A variable volume flushing cistern comprising a body with a division wall across it to form two compartments, the first containing a float and water inlet valve and communicating with a flushing valve on the base of the cistern, a second communicating through a movable flap with the flushing valve so that by closing the valve water from the second compartment can be prevented from discharging through the flushing valve when a smaller flush is required.

Abstract: The apparatus disclosed includes essentially a cot structure comprising, in combination, a folding frame having a flexible cover yieldable to body contour, and legs supporting said frame in displaced relation to a floor surface; said legs having a spring cantilever configuration and torsion residing in a single continuous bar member with opposite ends adapted to be received and held by said frame member; sockets so disposed in said frame member adapted to slidably receive the opposite ends of said leg bar members such that downward force on said legs secures the same in said sockets in rigid mode relative to said frame; hinges longitudinally disposed along the siderails of said cot structure as part of the same frame, said hinges each having a downwardly disposed pivot with upwardly disposed engaging interfaces, said interfaces engaging in occlusive buttress contact to distribute downwardly applied weight in a resolution of coherent force moments in optimum relation about said pivotal juncture for occupant su

Abstract: A cylindrical brush is mounted in a housing of a carpet-sweeping device or the like for rotation about an axis extending transversely of the direction of movement of the device over the surface to be cleaned. Two dirt-collecting receptacles are located respectively at the front region of the housing and at the rear region of the housing as considered in the direction of movement of the receptacle over the surface being swept. The dirt-collecting receptacles are removably mounted on the housing, and arrested in their respective fully inserted positions. The dirt-collecting receptacle can be introduced into the housing from the side through one of the lateral portions, from the front, from the rear, from below and from above, depending on the particular construction of the housing. Various arrangements for arresting the dirt-collecting receptacle in its fully inserted position are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a floating brush floor cleaner characterized in that a plurality of brushes are pivotally connected to the bottom face of a floor polishing machine. The manner in which these plural brushes are connected thereto provide independent action for each of the brushes to conform to the contour of the surface to be cleaned and includes a brush portion, a steel band nested around the brush, angle irons fastened to the top face of the brush, and a connection link between the bottom of the floor cleaning machine shroud or steel plate and the brush so that each brush is independently connected and capable of tracking an uneven contour of the floor.

Abstract: A paint pad support and handle assembly includes a paint pad support body and a handle which is mounted to the support for swinging movement of about 90.degree. extent about an axis parallel to the plane of the support body and for pivotal movement about an axis perpendicular to the plane of the support body. A spring clip is used for biasing the handle without interfering with its free swing.

Abstract: The invention includes a nozzle body for a floor care appliance having a housing. A fill duct is pivotally mounted within the nozzle body for pivotal movement out of the housing to permit declogging and cleaning of it.

Abstract: A riding power sweeper with an improved dumping mechanism for emptying a hopper is provided. The hopper is pivotally supported at the front of the machine and a pair of fluid-operated rams raise the hopper and pivot it over the front. The hopper also has a unique air distribution system including a filter through which air is drawn from an opening communicating with a drum brush. Means forming a separate chamber is located in the hopper and holds the filter, and dirt from the filter is caught therein. The chamber-forming means is also pivotally supported so as to swing outwardly to be emptied when the hopper is raised. The drum brush has a unique design for adjusting and positioning the brush with a single linkage mechanism both applying pressure and adjusting the brush for wear.

Abstract: A brush assembly is fixedly mounted to each side wall of a vacuum cleaner head closely adjacent the axis of a rotary brush. The brush bristles of each assembly are directed so as to brushingly engage the wall-floor corner. The brushes are aligned in the direction of longitudinal movement of the vacuum cleaner. A guide slot is formed in the head adjacent the end of each brush assembly, with each slot providing communication between the outside of the head and the vacuum chamber containing the rotary brush. Dirt and debris loosened by the brush assemblies is sucked through the channels formed by the slots and the floor, and then into the path of the rotary brush and into the vacuum chamber.

Abstract: An improvement in a bearing retainer construction for use with a bearing apparatus having a king pin for use with a swivel caster. The swivel caster has a swivel plate with a central opening therethrough. A pair of annular bearing ball retainers are disposed upon opposite sides of and spaced from the swivel plate. A plurality of bearing balls are disposed between the retainers on opposite sides of the swivel plate for snug rolling engagement with the retainers and with the swivel plate. The king pin is received in openings through the annular bearing ball retainers and has retaining structure thereon to prevent relative axial movement between the retainers and the king pin. A positive mechanical securement is provided between the pair of bearing ball retainers and the king pin to prevent a relative rotation between the bearing ball retainers and the king pin.

Abstract: Two wheel castor for furniture, comprising a vertical wall, a shaped seat extending through the wall perpendicular thereto and defining front tubular projections on either sides of the wall. A shaft is supported in the seat and has its opposed ends projecting outside of the seat on either side thereof. A pair of wheels is pivotally secured to the opposed ends of the seat and has tubular hub portions provided with outer collars facing the projections of the seat. A sleeve is formed in the wall in the plane thereof and perpendicular and offset with respect to the seat. A pivot pin is journaled in the sleeve and is adapted to be inserted in a vertical socket of the article wherein the wheel mechanism is installed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stunning gun for meat animals including beef, buffalo, horses, veal, and the like comprises: a hand held pneumatic housing having a pistol grip and an actuating trigger; a forward animal contacting safety and release, arming portion; valve mechanism operated by the trigger's actuation; and a pneumatic airline supplying air under pressure to an extensible and retractable piston and needle assembly. Upon the admission of air under pressure behind the piston, a needle attached thereto is caused to move from its starting retracted rest position through an opening in the front or muzzle of the gun to penetrate an animal's skull, depositing a charge of air into the animal's skull, stunning it for slaughter. Air passages are arranged in connection with valves in the housing to cause the needle and piston to retract automatically to the starting position after the stunning operation is completed.

Abstract: Method of and apparatus for recovering flesh from already filleted fish skeletons wherein before stripping the flesh from the bone by jets of water or air the flesh-bone bond is weakened by heat and preferably also by a mechanical treatment using e.g. pommelling heads.

Abstract: Method of and apparatus for recovering flesh from already filleted fish skeletons wherein before stripping the flesh from the bone by jets of water or air the flesh-bone bond is weakened by heat and by a mechanical treatment using e.g. pommelling heads.