Abstract: A new variety of orchid plant of the yellow class distinguished by an abundant production of flowers of good size usually borne in a group of two to four flowers well arranged on the spike and with an autumn flowering period, a strong habit of plant growth, excellent texture and substance of the flower petals and sepals, and a distinctive and attractive lemon yellow color of the petals and sepals contrasting with the velvet of a ruby red labellum.

Abstract: An avocado tree characterized by its small size fruit which is ready for picking in South Florida from September to early or mid October, at a time when there are few good quality small fruit maturing in Florida.

Abstract: A CPU of a computer, or preferably a so-called microprocessor controls the tone waveshape generation. A tone generator unit, an instrument keyboard unit, a tone quality control unit are connected to a common data bus to which the CPU and the associated memories are also connected. Thus, the tone generator unit may be considered as a terminal unit of a computer system. Hence, the freedom in selecting the algorithm for generating a waveshape and the freedom in selecting and changing the parameters related to the waveshape generation are substantially increased. And therefore a gradually changing waveshape is very easily generated in one embodiment of this invention.

Abstract: A plastic ring for internal combustion engine pistons. In a preferred embodiment, the ring has a flat outer diameter adapted to engage the inner diameter of a compression piston ring and an inner diameter adapted to engage the backwall of the ring groove. An axial groove slightly spaced from the outer diameter extends into the ring from the top thereof, whereby combustion gases will expand the ring so that it acts as a circumferential expander for the compression ring while preventing blowby of gases through the ring groove. In another modification, the ring is used with its outer diameter acting against the cylinder wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the determination of a component of the reaction between a specific binding protein and the substance being specifically bound by such a protein comprising reacting the component to be determined with its binding partner in an insolubilized form, separating the solid phase of the reaction mixture from the liquid phase, reacting the solid phase with a determined amount of a coupling product of the substance to be determined with an enzyme, and finally determining the enzyme activity of the liquid or solid phase of the reaction mixture obtained. .Badd.

Abstract: A hydrophilic polymer shaped article adapted for use as a soft contact lens is treated to provide at least on the surfaces thereof a modified, less hydrophilic polymeric structure inhibiting penetration by bacteria and proteins, whereby development of clouding and discoloration of the lens material during use is significantly retarded. Modification of the lens surfaces is effected by treatment of the lenses, either unhydrated or in a partially hydrated state, at a temperature ranging from room temperature to 100.degree. C. and for a time period of 1 to 24 hours, with a water-soluble mono- or poly-carboxylic acid selected from alpha-amino acids, such as arginine, cysteine, glycine and like acids, aliphatic dicarboxylic acids or aromatic dicarboxylic and tricarboxylic acids, such as malonic, maleic, glutaric, citraionic, itaconic acid and the like.

Abstract: One or more collator/sorter bins at a copier output are locked to the user by means of a badge reader or the like. The user enters identification data into the copier to enable copier operation. Machine controls precede copy run by latching the document platen cover and displaying user-entered identification data in a manner so that it is recorded on the first copy which is delivered to the locked collator/sorter bin or bins. The number of copies selected by the user are then processed and delivered to user-accessible bins. The platen cover is thereafter unlatched to allow user recovery of the original document.

Abstract: An assembly for mechanically protecting and electrically insulating metal oxide varistor disks from the generally cylindrical inner wall of a porcelain housing of a surge arrestor. Each assembly comprising a flat metal disk having a diameter less than that of the inner wall of the housing and a plurality of resilient, electrically non-conductive spacer members mounted around the periphery of the disk for supporting the disk vertically in the housing.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an optical system particularly adapted for measuring the linewidth of conductors. The particular arrangement of the various components of the optical system provide a simple system with high resolution for use in measuring very small linewidths. The optical system of the present invention utilizes a DC signal which is simpler and easier to control than an AC signal used with some optical measurement systems. More particularly, the optical system of the present invention utilizes a principle used for accurate focusing or for topographical measurements to enhance the ability of the optical system to measure small linewidths.The optical system of the claimed invention includes a high intensity light source 18, such as a laser. Means are provided for defining and focusing a spot of the light source upon a surface 12 having features to be measured.

Abstract: This disclosure is of a lined work glove which is manufactured utilizing adhesives or heat sealing techniques to eliminate sewing. This type of glove can be used in applications where hot mill gloves or terry cloth gloves are currently being used for hand protection.

Abstract: A protective headgear comprising a helmet and a face mask of flexible material secured to the helmet. When a force capable of causing injury to the headgear wearer is applied to the face mask, the mask deflects to a significant degree, without fracturing, with respect to the helmet. The deflection may take place entirely within the material of the face mask, or the deflection may in part take place within the attachments resiliently securing the face mask to the helmet. The face mask is preferably fabricated of an elastomeric material.

Abstract: Attachment means for an artificial intraocular lens system for implantation in the eye comprises a pair of capsule clips laterally extending from the edge of the lens and lying within or parallel to the plane of the lens, and at least a single clip diametrically opposed to the pair of clips. The members of the pair of capsule clips are resiliently biased into co-planar alignment or biased against separation. The members of the pair of capsule clips may have serrations for more secure engagement of the capsule.

Abstract: A seat and cover assembly for a toilet bowl including a seat member and a cover member pivotally mounted to a mounting block for movement relative to the bowl between an upright position and a lowered position. Springs are provided for biasing the seat member and the cover member into an abutting relationship in both the upright and lower positions of the members, and a magnetic latch assembly quick-releasably secures the cover member in its upright position.

Abstract: A water level control for swimming pools is provided in the form of a casing for suspension on a ladder, pool wall, or pool edge having a float-controlled valve detachably coupled with a pressure water supply and adapted to open as the float drops a predetermined distance within the range of about 3/4 inch to 1 inch, said casing having a transverse partition intermediate its upper and lower ends which supports the valve and float assemblage, and said partition and casing bottom being apertured to permit egress of water fed through the valve while in open position while at the same time acting as baffles to maintain an essentially stable water level within the casing in spite of the wave action which may prevail in the surface of the pool water. Positioning of the casing is facilitated by external high and low water level markings which align with the water levels within the casing at the upper and lower limits of float movement.

Abstract: A windshield wiper boot constructed of molded rubber is designed to be fitted over and substantially cover a windshield wiper with the exception of the wiper blade. The boot serves the purpose of preventing the accumulation of snow, ice and other materials within the flexure portion of the windshield wiper so as to eliminate interference by these materials with the flexural movement of the wiper blade over a windshield.