Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine useful for production of table grapes superior to the Emperor variety in its higher and more consistent yields with short pruning systems, its earlier production of full color berries which are larger in size than Emperor and its ability to cold store for a long period in excellent condition.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine having early maturing grapes similar to the Perlette variety but which is superior to Perlette by its lack of need for hand thinning of berries and its greater uniformity of and larger berry size than Perlette. The variety is further characterized by its suitability for drying into raisins.

Abstract: A dwarf nectarine tree which is large for such type of tree, medium vigorous, spreading, open, vase-formed, and hardy; foliated with large, lanceolate, acutely pointed leaves having a crenate margin, medium length petiole, and alternate, reniform glands; blooms medium season from buds which are hardy and of medium size and length; the flowers being large and pink; and the tree being a regular and productive bearer of medium size, uniform, symmetrical, globose-oblong, early mid-season freestone fruit having yellow skin substantially overspread with red, and yellow flesh.

Abstract: Improved lubrication of bearing cups in universal joints is provided. A cross of a universal joint has four trunnions extending therefrom along two mutually perpendicular lines. Bearing cups are rotatably received on the trunnions and the cups in turn are held by universal joint yokes. Lubrication passages extend from a central portion of the cross outwardly toward the ends of the trunnions. When the universal joint is stationary, lubricant such as grease may drain from an upper bearing cup down to a lower cup, leaving the upper cup devoid of lubrication when the universal joint is again placed in operation. In accordance with the invention, a cavity is in the end of each trunnion communicating with the bearing cup and a passage extension extends substantially through the cavity from the lubrication passage toward the end of the trunnion.

Abstract: A multiplicity of relatively narrow spaced apart parallel arrayed endless conveyor belts cantilevered from a support frame in the direction of product movement at a bagging station moves individual product articles, one at a time, towards the cantilevered ends of the conveyor belt array. At a predetermined point adjacent the belt cantilevered ends, the moving product article engages and depress is a sensing trigger which stops the belts forward movement to permit sliding a bag of suitable size over the article, with the bag side walls slipped under and between .[.same.]. .Iadd.some .Iaddend.or all of the cantilevered belts supporting the article. Conveyor belt movement is resumed upon a control signal by the bagging station operator and the bagged article is conveyed from the station. .Iadd.

Abstract: A package comprising a light-proof envelope or bag containing a plurality of X-ray film sheets stacked for co-operation with a dispensing machine and useful in a daylight handling system for daylight loading and unloading of cassettes. The film sheets are identical and may have a photographic emulsion layer on one or both surfaces. The adjacent films in the stack have their surfaces in contact. Each sheet has a cut-away portion along one edge thereof for coacting with a film selector cam. In the stack, the sheets are alternated so that the cut-away portions lie along a common stack edge and are arranged in two parallel rows. The cut-away portions in adjacent sheets are in different rows and in superposition. After the package is in a dispenser, the envelope or bag is stripped from the stack so that the sheets can be removed one at a time from the stack and passed into film holders or cassettes engaged with the dispensing machine.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for treatment of water comprising inclined lamellae arranged so that settling materials as well as floating materials are separated from the water. The apparatus is devised so that the water flows in opposite directions through separate spaces between the lamallae, wherein heavy materials (sludge) settle to the bottoms of the spaces while floating materials (scum) are retained and separated in a chamber where the water changes its direction of flow. The apparatus may be arranged for separation of sludge in two fractions and for purification of the water by a combination of flotation by aeration and settling. The apparatus is useful for all types of purification processes based on separation by settling and flotation within the water and sewage treatment art. Especially of interest is the favorable application of the apparatus for treating storm water and overflow water.

Abstract: Disclosed is apparatus to limit the peripheral vision of the user. A pair of shields are pivotally attached to the templepieces of a pair of eyeglasses or an eyeglass-like frame. The pivotal movement is arrested by an inwardly extending pivot stop located near the upper edge of the shield. The pivot stop halts the pivotal movement of the shield in two positions to either block the peripheral vision or leave it unobstructed.

Abstract: A box-like recess between the condylar portions of the femoral component has a transverse convexly curved cam follower portion at the posterior extremity of a superior wall which engages a concave cam surface at the inferior portion of the posterior surface of a tibial post that extends up from the plateau surface of the tibial component into the recess. The camming action between the cam follower and cam surface forces the zones of contact between the condylar portions of the femoral component and concavities in the tibial component posteriorly as the leg approaches full flexion, thereby increasing the range of flexion without interference between posterior surfaces of the femur and the tibial component and preventing anterior dislocation of the femur. The plateau of the tibial component slopes inferiorly and posteriorly, also to increase the range of flexion without interference.

Abstract: An endoprosthesis of the innominate bone body comprises a visor curved longitudinally and transversely so as to form a concave surface which faces the head of the femur, and elements for fixing the visor. One of the elements for fixing the visor is essentially a wedge curved longitudinally and transversely so as to form a convex surface, a concave surface and a crescent-shaped base. The wedge base is made integral with the visor in such a manner that the concave surfaces of the visor and wedge pass into each other. A plurality of through holes are provided in the wedge so that osseous tissue can accrete thereinto. The holes open into the convex and concave surfaces of the wedge, and a number of slots are formed on the wedge taper edge throughout the wedge length so as to establish teeth. Serving as the other fixing elements are screws adapted to fit in the holes opening into the base of the wedge and into the convex surface thereof.

Abstract: An intra-ocular implantable device and a method of surgically implanting such device in which upper and lower haptic loops are attached to a lens on opposite sides thereof for contacting the ciliary sulcus (or capsular bag) to position the lens in the posterior chamber. The lower loop has a stiffness greater than the upper loop and the lens has a vertical dimension greater than its horizontal dimension to ensure proper positioning of the lens. The lens has a rear convex surface for facilitating discission after implantation and optical advantages. Upper and lower bores in the front surface of the lens extend at an angle to the vertical of, for example, 15.degree. to 20.degree. to permit fixation by a fine spatula for manipulation of the device during implantation. The edges of the lens between the loops include straight line portions for guiding the device during insertion and requiring minimum incision.

Abstract: The invention contemplates an improved lens implant for use in ophthalmological surgery, the lens being a replacement for a cataract-clouded natural lens, and the replacement being installed via the pupil at the iris as the operative step following removal of cataract material. The invention features flexible haptic structure assembled to and retaining an optically finished lens element. The haptic structure integrally includes two asymmetrically defined generally diametrically opposed stabilizing feet which extend radially outward of the region of lens retention and which are each characterized by an arcuate peripheral band adapted for positioning engagement with structural features within one of the chambers of a human eye. Loop formations local to a single peripheral band and to the region of lens retention define localized openings adapted for reception of suture, pincer or other manipulative instrumentalities.

Abstract: A lens for implantation in the eye upon removal of the crystalline lens. The lens includes a light focusing body and one or more supports extending from the lens body. Each lens support carries a first magnetic fixation member positionable at one side of the iris. A second cooperable magnetic fixation member is positionable at the opposite side of the iris whereby a trans-iris magnetic retention force is exerted between the members to secure the lens in place without the requirement of sutures or incisions in the iris.

Abstract: A circular disc of thin silicone sheet material, such as Silastic, is adhesively attached to an annular band of Dacron felt material, the periphery of the disc and the outer rim of the Dacron felt band being substantially congruent. The combined disc and band are surgically implanted, preferably beneath the chest muscles, with the Dacron felt band against the rib cage. A conventional breast implant having substantially the same diameter as the circular disc is then placed over the disc in register therewith and the incision closed. The arrangement not only gives the surgeon freedom of choice in selecting the implant size and configuration but also reduces the incidence of problems arising from the formation of fibrous capsular contractures in silicone breast implants.

Abstract: A newly developed breast prosthesis overcomes the tightness and contracture of the fibrous capsule which forms around the existing prosthesis. The unique construction of the new prosthesis causes the capsule to form at a predetermined, controlled distance from the surface thereof. This prosthesis is constructed with a first phase or outer temporary component and a second phase or inner permanent component. The inner component is a container or sac of a flexible, non-absorbable material filled with a fluid or gel filler material. The temporary outer component is an outer container or cover of a material which is absorbable under the conditions of use, and an inert filler material, preferably an absorbable, biologically acceptable liquid, e.g. saline solution, filling the space between the inner and outer components. The inner component is preferably of silicone rubber film and is filled with a silicone gel.

Abstract: A women's protective key ring, intended for carrying keys and for use for defensive purposes in the event of an unexpected attack, having a handle which can be grasped with the entire hand of the owner, and an ornament-striker attached to the handle so as to cover the front of the owner's fist when the handle is grasped.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of hexagonal nuts by cold forming wherein a blank is shaped and formed to a hexagonal configuration wherein the distances across the flats of the hexagon are greater than in the finished nut, and thereafter the rough nut is forced into a shaping die and over a punch concentric therewith, whereby the punch forms the central opening in the nut and the shaping die reduces the distances across the flats of the hexagon to that of the final nut size.

Abstract: The invention provides a nut tapping machine of the type driven by a drive chuck assembly comprising two sets of shank-embracing driving chucks one of which is always in engagement with the tap shank to drive it and each set is releasable sequentially from engagement with the tap shank to allow the passage of a blank along the shank. The invention solves the problems of incorrect thread form associated with other known tapping machines by providing a blank chuck assembly including a set of inwardly movable jaws each having a first flat face for engagement with the exit surface of a blank to true the blank relative to the tap.

Abstract: An arrangement for use on a vehicle, especially truck for transporting portable bridges, with the sections of a portable bridge being adapted to be arranged one above the other on support frames, and being adapted to be received on the support frames, by means of a bridge placing apparatus. The support frames are distributed over the effective length, behind the cab of the particular truck, and secured to the frame or the like thereof. The support frames are provided as independent components, releasably securable to the vehicle frame or to a loading platform, and the support frame immediately adjacent the cab is provided with a pivot drive arrangement for moving the sections of the portable bridge in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle wrap around type brush cleaning assembly comprised of a single brush support arm pivoted at one end to an overhead frame structure inside a predetermined path of a vehicle to be washed. A rotatable brush is mounted on a shaft connected to the opposite end of the brush support arm and is normally positioned adjacent the center line of the path to be contacted by the vehicle. A brush motor rotates the brush in a direction which walks the brush along the front, side and rear surfaces of the vehicle. A flexible coupling may be utilized to couple the brush shaft to the brush support arm to permit the brush to tilt or swing in any direction. Two such brush assemblies may be mounted overhead on the frame structure on opposite sides of the center line of the path to wash both sides of the vehicle. In that instance, one of the brush support arms is of a different length than the opposite brush support arm to position the brush assemblies in an overlapping relationship near the center line of the path.

Abstract: The tool includes a water-tight housing of an elongated configuration having a handle defined therein, an electrically energizable motor mounted in the housing and having a rotary output shaft therefor; a pair of wells spaced 90.degree. apart are provided in the housing as receptacles for a pair of sockets mounted on normally related drive shafts connected with the motor adapted to receive one of a plurality of polishing wheels mounted on shafts, whereby the polishing wheels are interchangeably related to the sockets.

Abstract: An applicator adapted to neatly apply lotions, medicaments, and the like to the skin of a user reaches the entire back area of the user by hand manipulation of an elongated stem or handle pivotally connected to a head carrying an absorbent pad which is saturated with the lotion or medicament. The hands or clothing of the user need not contact the pad. A removable lid or cover on the head protects the saturated pad from contaminants, minimizes evaporation of the lotion, and isolates the pad to prevent the lotion from soiling surrounding material during non-use of the applicator. The stem or handle has telescoping sections extensible to a desired length and an eccentric lock secures the telescoped sections in fixed position. A stop limits the pivoting of the handle on the head to maintain a pushing angle relative to the head. The head and handle are separable to provide a compact knock-down package and to accommodate replacement of the head.

Abstract: A loop of elastic material adapted for removable placement about the handle body portion of the paint brush at the base of the bristles is U-shaped in cross section to define an outwardly open trough for catching excess paint which might otherwise flow down or drip from the brush handle. The elastic loop is provided, at opposed end portions where passing around the arcuate end portions of the brush body, with interior spacer strips maintaining mutual parallel spacing of the opposed legs or sidewalls of the elastic loop which define the trough.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner for professional and household purposes, with actuating elements for introducing the individual apparatus functions, including, for instance, turning the blower motor on and off, rewinding the power supply line into the housing interior, and changing the suction capacity. The actuating elements are capable of being actuated by foot. The actuating elements are combined in the form of a pedal strip arranged in a lower part of an end face or side of the vacuum cleaner. The pedal strip is arranged below the opening for the suction hose. The pedal strip extends over the width of the side, and forms a lower edge or termination thereof. The pedal strip is located within the outer contour of the apparatus housing. A free space for introducing the foot or shoe tip is arranged above the pedal strip, and the upper surface of the pedal strip may be inclined toward the front.

Abstract: A curtain rail consists of a number of interconnected lengths of extruded aluminium support rail of inverted channel section with inwardly projecting ribs at the mouth of the channel section. In the installed curtain rail, the ribs are embraced by one-piece or continuous plastics glide tracks engaged by necked nylon runners. The cross-sectional configurations of the ribs and the tracks are mutually complementary so that the tracks can be press-fitted manually and are self-retaining. The preferred track is a P.V.C. extrusion of C-shaped section. The arrangement provides, conveniently and economically, the advantage of easy handling and transporting associated with multi-piece support rail, coupled with the advantage of quiet click-free operation.