Abstract: To increase the packing density of elements inserted into a printed circuit (PC) board 2, by placing such elements (3; 12, 13) close together without regard to the size or width of an insertion gripper (16) holding the element (3) to be inserted, a vertically reciprocable carrier (6) has tubes (8) secured thereto which are moved upwardly through insertion holes (4, 5) in the PC board (2), extending above the PC board, for insertion of the connecting leads or wires (7) of the element (3) into the tubes which, then, are withdrawn through the holes to permit the element (3) to follow the withdrawing tubes and seat the connecting wires in the holes, for subsequent attachment, for example by soldering. To facilitate insertion, a pair of horizontally movable semicircular alignment dies (10, 11) are moved towards the upper ends of the tubes (8) to facilitate insertion of the wires (7), for example by presenting flared or funnel-like openings (14, 15) leading towards the tubes (8).

Abstract: An apparatus and method for terminating insulated conductors in insulation-piercing contacts mounted in a connector body utilizing independently movable carriage and conductor retention means operating between separated loading and termination stations.

Abstract: A two piece contact assembly characterized by a method of making the assembly by press fitting a stamped and formed inner sleeve (10) into a cold drawn tubular member (20) to provide an electrical contact having a seamless pin type contact area.

Abstract: There is provided a dry-shaving apparatus comprising a housing section having an opening formed therein. A trimmer constructed as a flat unit is arranged on the housing section so as to be slidable between at least two positions, the trimmer unit being mounted in the opening. Two lateral guide portions are formed on the trimmer unit and extend parallel to each other and to the sliding direction of the trimmer unit. Guides are formed on the housing section and respectively co-operate with the guide portions, the guides, viewed in the sliding direction, being arranged near one end of the opening. A bridge is arranged near the other end of the opening and extends across such opening transversely of the sliding direction, the bridge engaging the trimmer unit from the inside of the housing section.

Abstract: A simple tool, involving a suitably grooved flat base and a stripping blade movably connected thereto whereby the blade may be simply moved in and out of its stripping position, and wherein its cutting edge straddles a plurality of the base grooves. The grooves are sized as to depth, appropriate to the diameter of the optical fiber and its buffer coat, and with a small clearance, such that when the coated fiber is held and drawn in a first groove, the blade is never loaded against the glass fiber, so that the blade strips only the coating from only one side of the buffered fiber, without scoring contact with the fiber core, and further such that upon 180.degree. rotation of the fiber to place it in a second groove, the drawn fiber will be stripped of the remaining coating, also without scoring contact with the fiber core.

Abstract: A tongs- or pliers-like cutter has one head end of decreased thickness with a pointed, plate-like cutting blade thereon and an opposite forked head end such that the pointed cutting blade may be moved into the space between the two prongs of the fork. As seen from the side, these prongs are furthermore shaped in a manner complementary to the pointed shape of the cutting blade. The two head ends may furthermore have inwardly narrowing holes for chamfering off the ends of cut flexible tube.

Abstract: An arrangement for lubricating saw chains of power saws. The chains include chip removing members, cutting tooth members, connecting links, and other chain members joined by rivet connections. The extensions of the chip removing members run in a guide bar provided with an oil supply. The chip removing members are provided on at least one of their side surfaces with at least one oil guide in the form of a groove in the side surface, which guide extends counter to the running direction of the saw chain and at an incline upwardly toward the rivet connections. The oil guide merges into an oil channel which with at least one of its ends is located in the vicinity or close range of a rivet hole.

Abstract: A snap gage assembly is releasably mounted on a standard amplifying and indicating mechanism which provides a graduated indication of a dimension of a workpiece to which the assembly is applied. The assembly includes a fixed jaw and a movable jaw, both of which may be either generally flat and parallel or include rolls for contacting spline and gear teeth or other indentations.

Abstract: The difference in elevation between two closely spaced points on a surface is sensed by an instrument that is sequentially positioned at equally spaced locations along a measurement line to provide data from which a surface profile may be plotted. The instrument frame mounts a sensor having a sensitivity axis parallel to a contact line connecting pivot contact points at which the instrument engages the surface to provide a readout adjusted and calibrated to be in terms of vertical distance between the two contact points.

Abstract: A tool for ascertaining the location of an elongated corner or edge between two mutually inclined surfaces of a workpiece has a frame which supports two cylinders for reciprocable piston rods whose front end portions abut against a work contacting device having faces, rollers, balls or analogous portions each movable into contact with a different surface of the workpiece when the tool is properly positioned with reference to such surfaces. If the location of the corner deviates from the desired location, one of the aforementioned portions engages the respective surface of the workpiece prior to engagement between the other portion and the corresponding surface of the workpiece whereby the one portion of the work contacting device moves transversely of the path of movement of the corresponding piston rod while the other piston rod continues to move toward the workpiece. The extent of movement of each piston rod is monitored by electronic or other suitable means.

Abstract: An aiming aid that shows the orientation of an aiming device, such as hand eld weapons, in a dark environment without being observed by someone at the forward end of the device. The aiming aid is comprised of a very small light source embedded in a milled out hollow section of the weapon barrel which transmits light through the hollow section and a cavity in a front sight to be emitted through a front sight fiber optics pattern only back toward a rear sight. Light from the light source is also transmitted through a rear sight fiber optics pattern, after possibly being transmitted through a light scattering rod positioned on top of the weapon, and is emitted only backward. A shooter aligns the rear and front light patterns to provide the proper aiming of the device.

Abstract: A device and method for locating two or more points on a horizontal plane is disclosed. The device emits an audio or visual signal when fluid in a tube reaches a designated level. When the signal is given, the fluid at the other end of the tube will be on the same horizontal plane, thereby enabling the user to locate points on the horizontal plane.

Abstract: A curing unit includes an arcuate reflector shield open at the lower end with a curing lamp in the shield and a cooling chamber above the shield. Cooling fluid is directed into the chamber toward the outer surface of the shield and some of this cooling fluid is also directed along the inner surface. Light trap are located adjacent the leading and trailing edges of the unit above an article conveyor belt and a vacuum chamber is located below the belt to draw ozone generated by the unit, as well as hold the article on the belt.

Abstract: A continuous stream of tobacco particles is conveyed through a conditioning zone wherein the stream is agitated and is directly contacted by a current of hot air. The moisture content of the thus dried tobacco particles is measured downstream of the conditioning zone and the temperature of hot air is changed when the measured moisture content of dried tobacco particles deviates from a desired value. A second parameter of hot air (e.g., its initial moisture content) is varied when the temperature of freshly dried tobacco particles deviates from a preselected temperature. This ensures that the moisture content of tobacco particles does not fluctuate subsequent to cooling which follows the drying operation.

Abstract: A heat recovery device is adapted for placement in the heat exhaust vent pipe of a conventional clothes dryer. The device includes a scrubber for primary removal of lint from the dryer exhaust and a final filter means for removing small particles of lint remaining prior to allowing the warm, humid dryer exhaust air to pass into the atmosphere of the interior environment of a home. The scrubber includes a series of ducts opening into an enlarged plenum and a baffle plate in the plenum to inhibit streamlined flow of air allowing the lint to settle to the bottom of the plenum, and the final filter includes a series of expanded aluminum screens or mesh for positively prohibiting passage of lint into the atmosphere. A clean-out tray is provided at the bottom of the plenum to facilitate removal of lint from the plenum for disposal.

Abstract: A non-slip overshoe having at least one thin metal plate operably attached to its lower surface. The plate is provided with a series of sharp projections to provide gripping on slippery surfaces. Fixed and removable plate attachment means are disclosed.

Abstract: A smoothing and drying apparatus comprising at least one mangle cylinder and corresponding trough. Laundry to be smoothed and dried is passed between the mangle cylinder and trough by a guiding belt which is recycled at least one shifting roller placed above the mangle cylinder and trough. Each mangle cylinder has a covering which is wound or unwound around the mangle cylinder by a device situated above the mangle cylinder and below the portions of the guiding belt passing around the shifting roller.

Abstract: A repository for memorabilia which affords visual and auditory sensations.

Abstract: A graphic display assembly comprising a program-carrying endless belt mounted between opposed shafts for travel thereabout in conjunction with rotation of at least one of the shafts. Multiple endless transparent tapes, with representation thereon coordinated to the program on the belt, overly the belt. The tapes mount on a pair of shafts, each respectively outward of the belt-mounting shafts. Drive means effect a selective movement of the belt and the tapes simultaneously, or the belt independently of the tapes. The utilization of individual reels to mount the individual tapes also enables a selective movement of the individual tapes with respect to each other and the belt to provide for further variation in the graphic display of the assembly.

Abstract: A connector is fabricated from dielectric material, typically ceramic, to enable the isolated assembly of neon connections, the plugging in of neon tubes, and the maintenance of high voltage neon connections (in the order of 30,000 volts). The connector includes a dielectric housing and separate dielectric cover plate with an optional silicon rubber gasket therebetween. In connector assembly, commonly bound, oppositely-polarized high voltage wires enter a common chamber defined between the backside of the housing and the mounting. On the front side of the housing are first and second paired and communicated chamber sets. Each set of chambers includes a connector chamber and a tube receiving chamber. The connector chamber receives an insulated wire of one polarity from the common housing at the connector back and provides an isolated dielectric cavity in which the wire is stripped and electrical conductor connection made.

Abstract: The holder is suspended from a surface, such as a ceiling, at a level which is adjustable by a user. As a result, the holder can be lowered to a convenient level for replacement of the advertising material and thereafter raised to an appropriate display level.

Abstract: A device and method for lubricating muzzle-loading bullets is provided, including a cylindrical chamber of special diameter allowing a portion of the bullet to be inserted, sealing off the grooves in the bullet to be lubricated, and a plunger piston system to hold and then eject the bullet into a flexible cylindrical tube wherein the bullet may be stored and then ejected into the muzzle of the rifle.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for retrieving lobsters or similar objects from the floor of a lobster pound or other shallow water body are described. An upward flow of water is established in a flexible conduit or passageway of size sufficient to accommodate the objects to be lifted. This is accomplished by a low pressure air lift particularly suited for non-traumatic handling of lobsters. Objects to be lifted are drawn into the upward flow as the flexible conduit is moved over the bottom. As objects rise to the surface they are guided or diverted by a transfer guide chamber or coupling onto a conveyor which carries the objects onto a deck or support platform floating above the water surface. The transfer chamber and conveyor shed water away from the lobsters or other objects. The transfer guide chamber, conveyor and a pivotable boom for supporting the flexible conduit in an "S" configuration are attached to a deck or support platform floating above the surface.

Abstract: Fish can lightly nibble bait off a hook before a fisherman becomes aware and is able to react by firmly setting the hook in the fish. Apparatus is provided for reacting to a fish lightly nibbling at the bait in a manner sufficient to swiftly jerk the hook thus firmly setting it in the fish's mouth. The apparatus can be used for ice fishing or can be hand held in the conventional manner for water fishing. The hook can be set for fishing at various depths.

Abstract: In a wild bird trap, a pair of control housings are recessed in the surface of the earth or disposed below the surface of a body of water which respectively support a pair of horizontal net arms when the trap is in unsprung position. A section of netting extends between and is connected with the pairs of arms. Housing contained pressure cylinders, connected with the respective net arms, are connected with a source of fluid under pressure through a solenoid valve opened in response to closing a circuit in a remote concealed location for actuating the cylinders and springing the trap.

Abstract: A new and improved marine trap alarm with a sensing system that includes an electrical current producing source such as a battery, a normally open pair of contacts with at least one movable contact to be actuated by an animal entering the trap, and a trap sensing circuit connected to the open contacts. The trap sensing circuit includes a true comparator and a silicon controlled rectifier. The true comparator prevents an output when the input does not reach a designed threshold value. The true comparator includes the operational amplifier that has critical discrete component values that are engineered to render input current flow bridging the contacts by way of the high saline fluid environment inoperative, thereby eliminating false output signals to an alarm or indicator.

Abstract: A support rail for use in supporting a planting tray during its initial growing period in a greenhouse. The support rail is especially suited for use with trays having a high-density matrix of small-sized soil plugs, and comprises a horizontally extending, vertically disposed web member and a pair of support members projecting from opposite sides of the web member at its lower extremity. The support members are angled downward from the horizontal so that a tray resting on support member will be supported along the tray's lower edges and not along the bottom surface. The rails are arranged in a uniformly spaced, parallel configuration, which provides stable support for a plurality of trays without providing a preferential growing environment for those soil plugs closest to the edges of the trays.

Abstract: A watering device for potten plants comprising a support disc and a plurality of arcuately spaced legs extending downwardly and outwardly from the disc so as to elevate said disc from the bottom of a tray. A pad is positioned on said disc, with the pad having a hinged movable tab which can be bent downwardly through an opening formed in the disc for submergence in the water in the tray. The tray is formed with arcuately spaced pockets which receive the legs of the support and which extend below the bottom wall of the tray so as to elevate the same from a supporting surface.

Abstract: A traffic control arm powered by a motor and a linear actuator connected between the motor and the arm such that as the motor is rotated, a restraining force acting on the arm will not prevent continued rotation of the motor shaft.

Abstract: Energy saving apparatus for use with a window, including a sheet of insulating material slidable in and out of a rigid envelope built into the wall.

Abstract: The present car door has an interior panel forming simultaneously a frame, nd an exterior panel. Hinges and a lock base plate are secured to the frame. Two supporting rails are pivotally secured to the frame. One rail extends substantially horizontally between the upper hinge zone and the lock base plate. The other rail extends at an angle relative to the one rail from the lower hinge zone to the lock base plate. A cable which is expandable in a nonreversible manner extends at least along one of the rails, preferably along the horizontal rail. The cable has a loop at each end. A bolt which also journals the respective rail end to the frame extends through the respective loop of the cable.

Abstract: A method for forming a plurality of optical surfaces on an optical lens precursor, desirably a "soft" contact lens button or blank, to yield a lens adapted for proximate or intimate contact with an eyeball and defined by at least one posterior surface, an edge and at least one anterior surface, is comprised of forming a precision lens precursor, assembling the precursor in a microsurface generating apparatus, ultra-precisely forming the curves or geometry comprising the posterior surface and a portion of the edge to yield a semi-finished lens, blocking the semi-finished lens on an adhesively coated lens block fixture having an ultra-precisely preformed face for intimate precision mating with the posterior surface of the semi-finished lens, reassembling the semi-finished lens/fixture in the microsurface generating apparatus, ultra-precisely forming the curves or geometry comprising the anterior surface and another portion of the edge, and demounting a finished, ultra-precision lens from the blocking fixture.

Abstract: A glass trimming cutter for working the edges of glass panes is disclosed. The cutter includes a horizontally arranged, motor-driven rotary table having releasable gripping devices for temporarily securing glass panes in position. One or more peripheral cutting wheels is movably supported at the periphery of the rotary table which wheel is controlled by a template guide. A feed conveyor horizontally supports glass panes to be worked and a discharge conveyor horizontally supports worked glass panes. A loading and unloading device operates automatically in dependence upon the movement of rotation of the table. The loading and unloading device has a support device which can be moved between a first position above the feed conveyor, a second position above the rotary table and a third position above the discharge conveyor. The rotary table has an axis of rotation arranged along longitudinal central planes of the feed conveyor and along longitudinal central planes of the discharge conveyor.

Abstract: An automatically adjustable mechanism for feeding or guiding workpieces along a predetermined flow path from a first position toward a second position adjacent a centerless grinder work rest. The mechanism includes a guide assembly having a pair of parallel spaced apart guide members defining an elongated flow path extending between the assembly first and second ends generally corresponding to the first and second positions, respectively. The guide assembly first end is adapted to be fixedly secured to some stationary structure and the second end is adapted for connection to the work rest. A bearing arrangement at the first end of the guide assembly facilitates selective automatic movement of the guide assembly laterally of the flow path in response to periodic lateral adjustments of the grinder work rest. Preferably, an elongated vibratory structure is disposed beneath and at least longitudinally coextensive with the guide assembly for establishing a flow path bottom wall.

Abstract: A turret belt grinder having multiple contact wheels of different diameters mounted on tooling support members that are adjustably attached to a turret frame. The turret assembly is rotatably supported on flanged bushings bearing on a ring plate to revolve 360 degrees about, and concentric to, the axis of the motor drive shaft. A closed loop belt is transported in a fixed geometric pattern on the radial surface of the contact wheels. Each of the contact wheels may be rotated to a common work station to produce infinite belt angles and chages in wheel diameters. A friction rotor lock functions to fix the turret position to accommodate a variety of abrasive machining applications. The abrasive belt is driven by a V-belt which transmits power from the motor shaft to a contact drive wheel. Wheel mount member assemblies provide adjustment of the V-belt tension, abrasive belt tension and belt tracking camber. A leverage spring release mechanism permits rapid abrasive belt changes and maintains belt tautness.

Abstract: A bed for a grinding machine includes a bed body formed at the upper surface thereof with a coolant receiving portion on which a layer of resin mortar is formed. The resin mortar is formed by a mixture of epoxy resin, a hardner and sand with a weight ratio of approximately 12.2:2.8:85. The bed includes a peripheral wall and the coolant receiving portion is trough shaped and has a flat surface portion so as to communicate with a coolant exhaust conduit.

Abstract: A machine tool, especially a hand-held power tool, comprises a tool spindle and a clamping element turnably mounted on the spindle, in which the turnable clamping element is arrestable during rotation of the spindle for clamping or releasing a tool mounted thereon to thereby make a separate implement for preventing rotation of the clamping element during clamping or releasing the tool on the spindle unnecessary. In a special embodiment of the present invention the clamping or releasing forces during change of the tool are mechanically applied and the turning moment during clamping of the tool is limited to a predetermined value.

Abstract: A turbine-driven sander includes a relatively thin, one-piece resilient dust shroud having a skirt surrounding a sander housing. The skirt has a rear wall which is split to form two opposing end portions, which are releasibly connected at an integral joint. The skirt has a front wall including a nozzle cover portion, and a pair of side walls having inwardly-extending lips. When attached to the housing the skirt sealingly engages the housing and creates a passage for dust-entrained air to flow from a platen to the nozzle. The air then flows to the turbine, eventually being exhausted into a source of vacuum.

Abstract: A honing head comprises a holder having a plurality of radial guide slots angularly spaced from each other and an axial hole, a rough-finishing cone shaft and a finishing cone shaft or a single cone shaft axially slidably received in the hole, and a plurality of rough-finishing and finishing honing stone supports alternately disposed in the guide slots for radial movement therein. The honing stone supports have axially spaced legs having inclined cam surfaces held in abutment with tapered portions of the cone shafts. The honing stone supports are connected to the cone shafts by connectors having one ends fixed to the honing stone supports and second ends slidably received in grooves defined in the cone shafts or the supports and having portions inclined with respect to the axes of the cone shafts in the same direction and at the same angle as the inclination of the tapered portions.

Abstract: An asphalt composition ridge cover and method of forming the same whereby a decorative appearance somewhat resembling that of a shake roof ridge cover is achieved. The ridge cover generally is a flat, approximately rectangular piece of asphalt composition roofing material, having a plurality of tabs at one end thereof which are multiplely folded over one another thereby forming a region of increased thickness at that end. When installed, the thickened portions give the ridge covers, and the ridge on which they are installed, the appearance of a shake shingle or tile roof while maintaining double coverage as required in many installations. One particular shape of the unfolded cover permits a very economical cutting of such covers from a roll of asphalt composition material.

Abstract: A building construction includes a first triangular member having a generally planar first side and a second triangular member having a generally planar second side dimensioned and configured for engagement with the first side abutting planar contact. A first flashing element is disposed on the first member and extends along the first side. The first flashing element has a laterally extending step disposed intermediate first and second generally planar sections. The first generally planar section is fixed to the first triangular element and the laterally extending step is disposed in generally parallel relationship to the first side. A second flashing element is disposed on the second member. The second flashing element includes first and second generally planar surfaces disposed proximate to a step shaped section thereof. The step shaped portion thereof extends in generally parallel relationship to the second side.

Abstract: A cooling tower, a process for producing a cooling tower, and a reinforcing element suitable for use in the process and tower are disclosed. The cooling tower, formed from a shell of reinforced concrete, is produced with a plurality of plate-like reinforcing elements adjacent to a surface of the shell. The reinforcing elements are disposed in at least one horizontal plane within the shell adjacent to and suspended from the shell surface. The reinforcing elements in a plane abut and are joined one to another, and are also joined to the shell at spaced points thereon. Each plate-like element includes a central channel communicating with trough-like ends for receiving a suitable reinforcing material which extends into recesses in the shell of the cooling tower adjacent the trough-like ends.

Abstract: The structure comprises a heat insulating panel maintained between an inner metal revetment and an outer metal revetment. The revetments are provided with ribs which project into the panel and the ribs of the two revetments are perpendicular to one another. A thin core of insulating material is applied against one of the revetments by a thin and solid metal sheet.

Abstract: A window structure of a vehicle body comprises a wall portion forming part of the vehicle body and defining an opening therein; a window panel closing the opening and having at least one edge portion extending along and spaced apart inwardly from the wall portion for forming a gap between the wall portion and the edge portion; a resilient molding having a decorative trim portion bridging the window panel and the vehicle body for covering the gap, a stem portion integral with the decorative trim portion and extending in the gap, and a plurality of retrorse fins extending outwardly from both sides of the stem portion and angled toward the decorative trim portion for engagement with the edge portion of the window panel and the wall portion of the vehicle body; and retaining means for retaining the retrorse fins in engagement with the edge portion of the window panel and the wall portion of the vehicle body.

Abstract: A frame section for a window frame or a door frame structure includes at least one roll-formed frame member of substantially L-shape in cross-section which may be combined with other identically shaped and sized frame members to form Z- and T-shaped configurations. Each section has an open dovetail channel capable of receiving a glass molding member for supporting a window pane or door pane against an opposing abutment wall formed on each section. When sections are combined into the Z- and T-shapes, confronting lips of the sections define grooves for the reception of sealing strips, and weep hole inserts for channeling rain water and condensation from the window unit to the outside may be provided at the corner or corners of the window frames.

Abstract: A building structure is disclosed which comprises a central core with a plurality of habitable areas extending radially outwardly therefrom in the manner of spokes of a wheel. Glassed-in walls extend between the spokes to provide a plurality of climate-controlled atria. Facades on the sides of the spokes adjoining the atria also have glassed-in walls providing a view of both the atria and the outdoors from within the habitable areas. The horizontal section of the building may be circular, oblong or polygonal.

Abstract: A partition head assembly for a partition wall panel is characterized by a telescoping head in the top of the partition panel and a strut at at least one end of the head which is adjustably vertically secured to the partition panel at all vertical positions thereof by a strut retaining clip. Vertical adjustment of the head assembly may be obtained without disassembly thereof and with the panel assembled in a partition wall.

Abstract: The fastening device of the present invention is designed as a dowel which can be anchored in brickwork by a screw, a nail or similar anchoring means. The dowel has a tubular body extending from the brickwork at one end and is provided with a holding device at the other end. The holding device then supports a wire grating at a fixed distance from the brickwork surface. The wire grating acting as a means for support for the plaster applied to it.

Abstract: Decorative trim for use such as a body side molding on an automotive vehicle comprises a metal strip with a vinyl insulation applied to one side of the strip. Beads are formed along the longitudinal margins of the strip by turning them inwardly from the main body of the molding so that when applied to the body of an automotive vehicle the main body of the molding is set outwardly from the vehicle body. The formation of the beads stiffens the metal and the beads are disposed against the body of the sheet metal. Various attachment procedures may be used including adhesive between the beads and the vehicle, and the use of mechanical fasteners is also possible.

Abstract: A T-frame member for a drop ceiling, made of rolled sheet metal, in which a web section is joined to a pair of coplanar flange members by a connecting channel section, the flange sections being joined to and extending outwardly from the respective outer edges of the two channel side walls. The inner edges of the flanges form lips projecting toward each other between the side walls. Partition studs having a collar slightly larger than the space between the lips are snapped into the channel sections and are retained by the collar, the studs projecting out through the space between the lips. Clips lock the flanges together after the studs are in place.