Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of miniature rose plant primarily identified by its white to near white buds and flowers.

Abstract: The subject of this invention is a new and distinct variety of miniature rose plant characterized primarily by its coral pink many petaled flowers and its much branched compact plant with medium green, disease resistant foliage.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of hybrid tea rose produced by me crossing First Prize (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,774) with Piccadilly (not patented in the United States, but grown widely in Europe).

Abstract: A plum tree generally similar to the Red Beaut Plum Tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,539) which it most nearly resembles, bearing reddish skinned, yellow-fleshed clingstone fruit which ripens from five to seven days earlier than and is larger, more highly colored, and of superior texture and flavor to that of the Red Beaut.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum cultivar particularly characterized as to uniqueness by the combined characteristics of flat capitulum form; spooned daisy capitulum type; dark yellow ray floret color; yellow green (immature) to yellow (mature) disc floret color; diameter across face of capitulum ranging from 95 to 110 mm. at maturity; uniform nine week photoperiodic flowering response to short days; medium plant height when grown as a single stem cut spray; and semi-upright branching pattern.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum cultivar particularly characterized as to uniqueness by the combined characteristics of flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; medium lavender pink ray floret color with minimum color oxidation; yellow green (immature) to yellow (mature) disc floret color; diameter across face of capitulum ranging from 90 to 105 mm. at maturity; uniform nine week photoperiodic flowering response to short days; tall plant height when grown as a single stem cut spray; and semi-upright branching pattern.

Abstract: 1. A hinge for a door having a recess on the inside thereof, said door swingably arranged on an article of furniture or the like having a side wall .[.provided with.]. .Iadd.defining .Iaddend.a .[.sectional profile.]. .Iadd.side plan .Iaddend.

Abstract: A frame for holding and stretching liquid crystal films for thermographic diagnosis of cutaneous and subcutaneous disorders. A foil coated with the liquid crystal is held and stretched by the frame. The frame comprises an .[.outer.]. .Iadd.inner .Iaddend.member 1 which is secured to .[.inner.]. .Iadd.outer .Iaddend.member 2 by clips 3 registering in openings 8. The frame members are contoured so the stretching is effected without formation of folds.

Abstract: An electrophotographic liquid developing system for overcoming the effect of photoconductor background potential in which during the passage of the image area through the developer unit a constant current source supplies a small current to the development electrode to raise the electrode to a potential of the same polarity as and of a magnitude greater by predetermined amount than that of the average background potential of the image area in a preferred embodiment the constant current source is provided by a small plate mounted in and insulated from the transfer corona housing and having such dimensions as to provide the required current. Preferably, the output of the constant current source is controlled in response to a measurement of the conductivity of the developer.

Abstract: A low wash and rinse temperature (120.degree.-140.degree. F.) warewasher accomplishes the same general washing and rinsing effectiveness as a conventional high temperature (150.degree. F. minimum wash, 180.degree. F. minimum rinse) warewasher without loss of productivity resulting from time lost between completion of washing and commencement of rinsing a given load of ware, through use of independent, dedicated wash and rinse systems, the latter of which includes a holding tank which enables independent batching of a predetermined volume of rinse solution from properly-proportioned fresh water and sanitizing agent while washing a given load of ware. The sanitizing agent is introduced independently into the holding tank and independently of the fresh water line, and is therefore unaffected by a great range of water line pressures and the mineral conditions of the water.

Abstract: A method for the removal of particulate matter as well as noxious gases and vapors from a gas stream. This is accomplished by means of charged droplets having a size between 60 and 250 microns and preferably between 80 and 120 microns. The droplets are generated by first ejecting a stable jet of liquid such as water. The liquid jet is broken up into charged droplets by applying an electric potential between the jet and the collecting walls of the scrubber. Since most gases are electronegative the droplets are preferably charged positively by the resultant electrostatic field. However, in case some of the particles are already charged it is preferred to generate charged droplets having a polarity which is the same as that of the particles. The method works well with particles having a diameter of approximately 0.01 micron or more and the droplets are preferably moved at an angle to the direction of movement of the gas stream to increase the relative velocity between the droplets and the particles.

Abstract: In an electrostatic precipitator, a downwardly directed corona discharge is produced at the entrance to dust collecting hoppers attached at the bottom of the precipitator chamber, the corona discharge being produced by an array of corona discharge points connected to a high voltage source and a grounded electrode grid positioned below the corona points near the hopper entrance either in the hopper or in the chamber.

Abstract: Polyesters obtained by reacting isophthalic acid or terephthalic acid with a polyol with or without a catalyst in a first stage to form a half-ester mixture which is reacted in a second stage with an aliphatic polycarboxylic acid are produced at reduced processing times. In the first stage a portion of the total polyol to be reacted is contacted with substantially all of the isophthalic acid or terephthalic acid. Then, this mixture is heated with agitation to a temperature of at least 190.degree. C. and the remaining portion of the polyol is added to the heated mixture with agitation in such a manner that the temperature remains at or above the 190.degree. C. This temperature is maintained until the reaction to form a half-ester mixture is completed. This reaction may be conducted in the presence of an esterification catalyst. The polyester-monomer mixture is reacted in a second stage with an aliphatic polycarboxylic acid to produce the polyester.

Abstract: The instantaneous amplitude of an analog audio signal is periodically sampled to be converted into multibit binary digital words representing the sampled amplitude. The bits of successive binary words are reproduced serially with appropriate word and frame synchronizing pulses in quaternary coding to pulse code modulate the FM carrier signal used in standard video recording. The recorded signal is demodulated on playback to reproduce successive digital words that are converted into discrete analog values which are low pass filtered to reproduce the original audio signal. The reproduced digital values are also stored in successive address locations of a random access memory.

Abstract: A nasal drip absorbing device for use in cold weather includes an absorbent pad with a removable connection member at its underside, cooperative with a matching attachment member permanently secured to an article of clothing, so that the pad may be readily attached to and detached from the article. The article of clothing is an outer garment worn in cold weather, such as a glove or a coat sleeve, or it may be an elastic band which may be worn over the sleeve or the glove. The absorbent pad may be of washable fabric or of a disposable material such as layered paper.

Abstract: A disposable paper cap features a size adjustable head-band having a pair of relatively telescoping male and female end flaps and formed with inwardly folded upper and lower hem portions separated by a single thickness intermediate section, and a pleated crown having opposite, downturned side panels one of which is adhesively secured to both the upper and lower hem portions of the female end flap of the headband to define therewith an open ended envelope slidably encasing the male end flap of the headband.

Abstract: Panty, panty brief, brief or other nether garment provided with a soft, nonbunching air permeable crotch panel provided with means for absorbing odorous molecules from ventilating air passing therethrough and a method of controlling the emission of odors from a woman's crotch region thereby.

Abstract: An intraocular lens includes a lens body and a plurality of lens-centering filaments extending outwardly in a common plane from spaced rim portions of the lens body. The lens is particularly adapted for implantation in the eye posterior chamber after extracapsular cataract extraction. When the filament ends are inserted into the cleft of the capsule, the resilience of the filaments centers the lens behind the pupil. An annular lip having at least one opening projects from the rear face of the lens body and seats against the posterior capsule. A discission can be easily performed without dislodging the lens by inserting the discission instrument through the opening in the lip and into the space behind the lens. The lip also limits the progress of vitreous humor toward the anterior chamber after a discission, and may limit lens fiber growth on the posterior capsule within the lip region. In an optional embodiment, fluid flow channels are provided through the lens to prevent pupillary block.

Abstract: A urinal arrangement for flushless hygienic operation has a sealing trap with a bend portion having a bore of not more than 25 mm. The bore size produces "plug flow" through the trap so that liquid retained in the trap as a seal is displaced in use by new liquid without significant mixing of new and displaced liquid. The small bore reduces the exposed surface area of the retained liquid forming the seal.

Abstract: A liquid dispenser for a flush tank includes a dispensing closure in engagement with an open top container for axial movement relative thereto, the closure having discharge ports therein defining flow passages between the interior and exterior of the container and capable of being opened and closed during such axial movement. The closure includes a hollow cap having air vents therein, and a sleeve extending inwardly of the container so that liquid may flow during a tank refill operation through the ports and beneath the sleeve for thoroughly mixing with concentrated soluble material within the container before flowing into the cap while forcing the air through the vents. And, during a tank flushing operation, the mixed liquid is dispensed through the ports after it again mixes with the soluble material below the sleeve, the mixed liquid in the cap then being replaced by air through the vents during the discharge operation.

Abstract: A toilet seat for inducing bowel movements including an elongated buttock supporting member having a general curvature to overlie a portion of a toilet bowl upper surface, said buttock supporting member having a buttock contacting upper surface including an inner portion of said upper surface and an outer portion of said upper surface, said inner portion contoured concavely over a portion of said buttock contacting upper surface, and said outer portion contoured convexly over a portion of said buttock contacting upper surface, said concave contoured portion defining a concave curvature defined by the outermost concave points of said buttock contacting surface, said concave curvature having a greater degree of curvature than the general curvature of said buttock supporting member.

Abstract: A step stool defining a U-shaped opening in a rear portion of same with at least one elevated step in front of the U-shaped opening, whereby the stool may be received about a portion of the base of a toilet bowl. Threaded bolts are received in threaded openings through side walls of the stool to be tightened against the sides of the toilet bowl to stabilize the stool thereat. A generally U-shaped insert is also provided which may be received and held within the U-shaped openings of the stool to convert the stool to a conventional step stool.

Abstract: Construction for a water bed including a bladder filled with water or other fluid, a foam rubber framing element which is provided with a bladder receiving recess which provides a peripheral frame for the bladder and an upper surface within the frame upon which the bladder will rest. The foam rubber framing unit and the water bladder is supported and carried by a mattress and box spring of normal construction or may be supported and carried by the box spring singularly.

Abstract: A mattress includes a recess for receivably seating a single-use receptacle having a screened opening for receiving fluids and wastes from the body of a bed patient. The sheet wrapping the mattress has an opening in registry with the receptacle opening. The receptacle, when filled with fluids, is removable by sliding the same through a slot in the mattress which extends from the mattress recess to one side thereof thereby avoiding the necessity of moving the patient. A fresh receptacle is similarly inserted into the mattress.

Abstract: A hand tool for use with electrical wiring and cable, and more particularly for use with coaxial cable. The tool combines into one tool all the tools normally required when working with electrical wiring and cable; such as tools for cutting, stripping, removing dielectric, pushing on fittings, crimping, decrimping, removing connectors, and tightening and loosening connectors. The tool includes two jaws, both of which contain elements for removing dielectrics and for stripping cable; and two handles, both of which contain elements for crimping and for decrimping, one handle having a wrench-like open end for removing fittings, the other handle having a threaded element with a center hole for connecting and for removing cable.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for machining pipe collars having internally tapered coaxial threads is accomplished by providing spaced sets of threading teeth on one side of a tool support bar of the numerically controlled machine with the spaced sets of threading teeth being oriented in generally parallel relation with the longitudinal axis of the tool support bar. The spaced sets of threaded teeth are then moved through the rotating collar by the tool support bar, following the desired internal taper with the orientation of the sets of thread forming teeth remaining substantially parallel with the axis of the tool support bar and the tool support bar being maintained in substantially parallel relation with the axis of the collar being formed. The sets of threading teeth form respective ones of the threaded tapers while the opposite set of thread forming teeth trace but remain clear of the thread being formed.

Abstract: A method and material for binding sheets, the material being formed of a heat shrinkable plastic having a strip of hot melt adhesive down the center thereof, placement of a stack of sheets to be bound within a cover having at least the backbone or spine portion thereof formed of the heat shrinkable plastic, with the edges of the sheets to be bound in contact with the hot melt adhesive and subsequent heating of the backbone causing the adhesive to melt and the backbone material to shrink into tight engagement with the sheets being bound.

Abstract: A sole-heel assembly for women shoes, particularly of the high heel type, made of a plastics material, is described, which is formed of a single piece and is provided, inwardly with respect to the heel, with a reinforcing core having a hole for the fixing of the heel top-piece. A stiffening element is embedded in the sole and extends from the top of the heel as far as the overall front part of the foot-sole. The heel is laterally and rearwardly covered by a thin sheet material. The heel is covered on the front face by a further thin sheet material. The thin sheet material consists of skin, synthetic skin, wood or plastics laminate, and the reinforcing core and stiffening element are made of wood, metal, premolded plastics material or the like.

Abstract: There is disclosed a vehicle wash apparatus including a wash arch frame carried on tracks extending longitudinally of a wash stall in which a car to be washed is parked. Overhead arms are pivotally carried on their respective one ends from an overhead transverse horizontal pivot shaft and mount a horizontally disposed rotary top brush from the free ends thereof for selective lowering into a position for contacting the front of a vehicle to wash the grill and for travel rearwardly along the hood, top and trunk of the vehicle. Side brush arms are carried pivotally from the sides of the arch frame for rotation about vertical axes and project in a direction opposite the direction in which the top brush arms, in their retracted positions, project and are urged inwardly to wash the sides of the car as the arch carries the top brush rearwardly on the tracks.

Abstract: A metal blade on a rotary cleaning tool for cleaning heat exchanger tubes, is insulated from companion cutting blades circularly spaced on the tube. A direct current voltage of low level is applied through the flexible cable and central shaft of the cleaning tool and is a part of a circuit including a current amplifier input and the heat exchanger tube being cleaned. As the tool removes foreign matter from the tube, the resistance to current flow from the insulated blade to the tube decreases, and the current level increases. The current signal, which is thereby an input signal analog of the thermo conductance from the sensor blade to the tube, is converted to a voltage analog. The voltage analog signal is then rectified to smooth out the effect of sensor bounce and rotational effects of mechanical drive system for the tool.

Abstract: A pipeline pig including a generally cylindrically shaped body formed of an elastic material, the body having a diameter larger than the internal diameter of a pipeline into which the pig is to be thrusted, and a conical portion provided at the forward end of the body, the pig comprising a plurality of spaced pin shaped metal members provided on the peripheral surface of the body, each of the pins including a heat portion protruding outwardly from the body, a shaft portion radially embedded in the body and an anchoring portion provided at the inner end of the pin, and the pins being made of a material not as hard as that of the pipeline and somewhat harder than that of the substance to be removed or scraped by the pig from the pipeline.

Abstract: A pad applicator suitable for applying paint comprises a handle, an exterior applying layer and a resilient cushion interposed between the handle and the exterior applying layer. The exterior applying layer comprises two working zones, the first having a pile of generally erect bristle-like fibers and the second having a pile of soft, fleecy fibers.

Abstract: A unitary molded plastic pad holder for a scouring device having a handle portion and a cupped bell portion. The bell is a spherical shell segment with a lower edge lying along a plane and a parallel flat portion with an opening for the pad-securing device. The handle has a channel defined by an upper wall, side walls, and an end wall. The handle joins the bell at one side and at about 45.degree. to the plane. The channel extends into the bell and is crossed and closed by a reinforcing arcuate wall perpendicular to the plane. The upper wall is joined to the flat portion of the bell by a pair of reinforcing diverging struts. The handle is reinforced by: (1) a lengthwise rib midway between the side walls, depending from the upper wall and extending from the arcuate wall to a point short of the end wall, (2) three transverse ribs joined to the upper wall, side walls and lengthwise ribs and inclined at about 45.degree.

Abstract: A method of, and apparatus for, fabricating a bristle support or carrier for a brush, especially a hair brush, having pin-like bristles is disclosed. In a first method step there are produced the rows of bristle pins interconnected with one another at their rear end by means of a web. The individual bristle pin rows are retained in their position after forming the same to accomplish the next method step. In this next or second method step the bristle pins, at the region of their rear end, together with the webs, are cast in the material of the bristle support, so that the bristle pin rows are embedded in the bristle support.

Abstract: A windshield wiper (10) is provided with parts for connecting a plastic windshield wiper blade assembly (11) to a wiper arm (14). The connecting parts include a side pin (30) carried by the wiper arm (14) having a keyway (75) at the end (71) thereof and a pin-receiving aperture (42) defined in a yoke (17) with a U-shaped spring (50) extending in chordal fashion through the aperture (42) and a key (66) projecting into the aperture (42). When the side pin (30) is fully inserted into the aperture (42), spring portions (57,58) will releasably seat in a reduced diameter constricted segment (69) of the side pin (30) to secure the yoke (17) on the wiper arm (14). If the side pin (30) is not fully inserted, engagement of the key (66) and the keyway (75) will lock the yoke (17) and the wiper arm (14) in skewed relation to prevent proper contact of a wiping element (27) carried by the yoke (17) with a windshield (16).

Abstract: An apparatus for ultra-sonically cleaning any information bearing material, web, sheet, fiche, film or similar strip material is operable in two modes. The first mode is directed to cleaning the film, and employs a pair of air nozzles for nonevaporatively stripping cleaning solvent from the surface of the film, after the film has been immersed in the solvent. The action of the air nozzles creates a mist of solvent about the nozzles, which is condensed by a plurality of cooling coils and collected, and circulates same through a purification system and returns the solvent to the cleaning tank for subsequent reuse in the film cleaning mode of operation. The air emerging from the nozzles is returned to the air compressor, thereby forming a closed loop compressor system which minimizes escape of solvent vapors into the atmosphere.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning a carpet on location without removing the carpet to a cleaning plant, the method comprising washing the carpet on location with an alkaline solution and neutralizing the alkaline residue left on the carpet after washing by blowing a spray of an acid solution under pressure into the washed carpet and removing the blown acid solution from the carpet after blowing by drawing a vacuum over the washed and blown carpet. The washing step also comprises blowing a heated spray of the alkaline solution under pressure into the carpet and removing the blown alkaline solution and loosened dirt from the carpet after blowing by drawing a vacuum over the blown carpet.

Abstract: A suction nozzle for a vacuum cleaner runs on rollers (4) at the ends of a suction passage (24) whose front and rear margins are defined by replaceable insert strips (7', 8', 9'; 7, 8, 9). The rollers have a cranked axle bar (5) supported at intervals by open bushings (23) of different orientations, integral with the nozzle body (1). At the ends of the suction passage (24) gaps between the rollers (4) and the front strips (7, 8, 9) create lateral suction. A plastic covering (2) caps the nozzle body (1) and is secured by integrally molded studs (14).