Abstract: A peach tree of the freestone class, a moderately vigorous growth habit, bearing fruit which is somewhat larger than average, generally globose in form, and with creamy white flesh, maturing in mid-August in southern California, and characterized by its good eating quality, good keeping quality, and good shipping quality.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine of the vinifera species characterized by its early ripening, greater production of sugar and less total acidity than French Colombard. The new variety is useful for production of white table wine but more particularly for distillation and production of high-quality brandy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a control unit for a vehicle powersteering mechanism comprising a housing having an inlet for connection to a source of fluid under pressure, an outlet for returning hydraulic fluid under pressure to said source, a pair of ports for connection to a hydraulic servomotor the movement of which controls the steering of the dirigible wheels of the vehicle, a hydraulic motor provided with a rotatable element and a follower element in operative combination with a distributor valve means provided with at least one displaceable body, said combination being operable on rotation of a control shaft connected thereto to divert hydraulic fluid flowing from said inlet through said housing to said outlet to one of said ports, and thus to its associated chamber of said servomotor, via said hydraulic motor, the hydraulic fluid being exhausted from the other chamber of the servomotor to said outlet, via said other port.

Abstract: A compression-type spray device employing a single nozzle can be used to spray materials varying widely in density, composition and particle size. The device incorporates an air-and-material mix control using variably exposed slots in the nozzle to regulate the flow of high-pressure air through the nozzle.[., and a.]..Iadd.. A .Iaddend.material supply control .[.using.]. .Iadd.having .Iaddend.variable restrictions .Iadd.may be provided .Iaddend.in the material supply tube inlet to regulate the flow of material to the nozzle.

Abstract: In a vertical hermetic compressor, an inner cylindrical housing coaxially mounted within a sealed outer enclosure, sealably carries at its lower end, paired helical screw rotors defining with the inner housing a screw compressor compression chamber and supports coaxially with one of the screw rotors and constituting an axial extension thereof the compressor electrical drive motor by longitudinally spaced tapered roller bearings. Oil is bled from the sump and fed to the suction inlet tube to the compressor upstream of the working gas filter. Compressed working fluid is discharged axially downwardly with the lower tapered roller bearing assembly providing a minimal high pressure gap between the screw rotor ends and the stationary end plates. Entrained oil from the discharge passage which extends through the electric motor rotor seeks the suction side of the compressor through the upper of the two tapered roller bearing pack assemblies for controlled continuous lubrication of the upper bearing assembly.

Abstract: A high temperature oxidation and corrosion resistant coated nickel-base superalloy article comprising (a) a nickel-base superalloy article, and .[.(b) a first.]. .Iadd.adjacent thereto (b) a .Iaddend.CoCrAl(Y) coating .Iadd.having a substantially uniform .Iaddend.composition .[.consisting essentially.]. .Iadd.composed .Iaddend.of, on a weight basis, approximately 26-32% chromium, 3-9% aluminum, 0-1% yttrium, the rare earth elements, platinum or rhodium, and the balance .[.nickel.]. .Iadd.cobalt and impurities ordinarily associated with the aforementioned constituents. .Iaddend.

Abstract: A cervical collar attaches to a shoulder pad harness to reduce the size of the neck opening and to elevate the neck opening. The collar includes a pair of arched cantilevers which are connected by a small plate and padded around the edges defining the neck opening. The helmet contacts the edge of the neck opening in the collar to limit flexing of the neck such that excessive lateral cervical flexion and hyperextension of the neck are prevented.

Abstract: A covering adapted to be worn on the body of a person and formed of a fabric having an inner and an outer surface. Each of the surfaces includes a moisture barrier thereon. Each moisture barrier includes a multitude of small openings therein exposing the moisture absorbent material to the air trapped between the covering and the body of the person. One of the barriers is metallized to reflect radiant-energy and the other barrier is darkly colored to absorb radiant-energy. In one embodiment, the covering is arranged to be releasably secured within a conventional garment to absorb moisture trapped therein. In another embodiment, the covering forms a garment itself.

Abstract: An intraocular lens utilizing a lens portion or optical zone. An appendage is coupled to the lens portion and extends away from the same to the periphery of the eye. A spring mechanism used in conjunction with the lens portion permits resilient movement of the appendage in relation to the lens portion when forces are exerted on the appendage.

Abstract: A prefabricated metallic open top box with attached top flanges and bottom wall threaded nipple surrounds the tub drain components and excludes insects and mice from the space beneath the tub. Odors are also excluded from this area by the enclosure. The threaded nipple is readily coupled to the tub drain and descending pipe. The use of the enclosure eliminates the need for constructing a form around the tub drain prior to pouring the concrete floor.

Abstract: A self-aligning valve assembly and a valve plug therefor includes an elastomeric valve plug having an annular outer sealing portion with an annular sealing surface for sealing a drain hole valve seating of a receptacle. A central mounting portion is secured to a pair of telescoped tubes. A flexible diaphragm with a circular convoluted fold integrally connects the mounting portion and the outer sealing portion, and is capable of yielding to permit radial and/or tilting displacement of the outer sealing portion relative to the central mounting portion of the plug to accommodate limited misalignment between the valve tubes and the drain hole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an automatic mechanism for flush and raising a toilet seat which permits the seat to be raised automatically to a vertical, non-use position and the wash water to automatically flush the urinal after the occupancy of the toilet seat.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an appliance for transporting an invalid or handicapped patient to and from a bathtub and for supporting the patient while in a tub. An elongated generally rectangular frame is provided with a web having a pocket which forms a seat for the patient, with the pocket surrounded by a U-shaped fulcrum bar which protects the patient's hips and buttocks. The fulcrum bar enables loading of the appliance into the tub without the attendant handling the entire load. The appliance can also be used as a comfortable, stable all purpose seat for a handicapped patient.

Abstract: A body-support floatation system comprising a reversible gelatinizing agent added to water within a flexible bladder. Further, a fungicide is added to the gel to inhibit bacterial growth which otherwise would cause deterioration of the gel. As the gelatinizing agent is reacted with the water, the mixture is aspirated so as to carry the mixing of the gelatinizing agent and the water to completion and, to entrap air in the gel to reduce the amount of gel required to fill the bladder, with a proportionate reduction in weight.

Abstract: All four corners of a single rectangular piece of quilted material are notched to form a mattress shield blank. The blank has a rectangular center portion substantially the same size as the top of the mattress to be covered, two side portions substantially the same size as the sides of the mattress and two end portions which are larger than the ends of the mattress. Each of the side and end portions are folded downwardly to form the sides and ends of the mattress shield and each pair of abutting side and end portions are secured together to form four vertical corners. The end flaps or the remaining parts of the end portions are then folded inwardly so as to be parallel to the top portion. These flaps are adapted to cover a portion of the bottom of the mattress and are secured to the side portions adjacent the edges of the flaps. In a second embodiment, the side portions are also provided with flaps which are secured at their edges to the edges of the end flaps.