Abstract: A new variety of hybrid lily plant bearing large clusters of flowers of excellent form and long persistence both on the plant and as cut flowers, the flowers being particularly distinguished by their light cream to white coloring and an unusual spotting pattern characterized by a small ring of tiny magenta spots; this combination being completely new in the upright Asiatic division of lilies suited to forcing and to mass commercial cultivation. This plant is an excellent garden plant, highly resistant to disease and showing high tolerance of virus. The bulbs may be precooled and forced for cut flower production and the clone is vigorous and is a good grower and propagator.

Abstract: A new variety of hybrid lily plant bearing large clusters of medium sized, upright flowers particularly characterized by their deep pink, copiously spotted, and cream-centered coloration, the flowers being of excellent form and long persistence. The plant is of tall stature with abundant, relatively short leaves and its ability to be forced into flower out of season makes it especially suitable as a cut flower variety. The color pattern and silhouette of this new plant are completely new in the upright Asiatic divisions of lilies suited to cut flower forcing and to mass commercial cultivation. The plant is highly resistant to disease and shows high tolerance of virus, making it an excellent garden plant; and the bulbs may be precooled and forced throughout the year for cut flower production. The clone is vigorous and a good grower and propagator.

Abstract: A new variety of Asiatic hybrid lily plant bearing large clusters of flowers of excellent form and particularly characterized by their deep red-orange coloration, even in the bud stage, the glossy sheen of their upper tepals, their slightly fluted margin and their lack of any spotting. This combination is believed to be completely new in the upright Asiatic divisions of lilies suited to forcing and to mass commercial cultivation. The plant is highly resistant to disease and shows high tolerance of virus, making it an excellent garden plant. The bulbs may be precooled and forced for cut flower production and the clone is vigorous and is a good grower and propagator.

Abstract: A begonia plant named St. Helena characterized by its large, double bright orange flowers; relatively large leaves with red tinged margins; early and long lasting flowering; strong stems and petioles, and compact growth, and by its ease of propagation from both stem and leaf cuttings.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named Lamplight particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form and single capitulum type, light bronze ray florets, rich yellow mature disc florets, eight week flowering response, and by its excellent flower substance and good keeping quality.The present invention comprises a new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum, botanically known as Chrysanthemum morifolium, Ramat., and referred to by the cultivar name Lamplight.Lamplight is a product of a planned breeding program which had the objective of creating new Chrysanthemum cultivars with an eight week flowering response, bronze color, daisy type flowers, good flower substance, and good keeping quality. Such traits in combination were not present or were in need of improvement in previously available commercial cultivars.Lamplight was originated from a hybridization made by applicant in a controlled breeding program in West Chicago, Ill. in 1980. The female parent was Twilight, a commercially known and patented cultivar.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Skylight particularly characterized by its daisy flower form, bright lavender ray florets, good breaking habit, 55-65 mm capitulum diameter, and by its good keeping and shipping qualities.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Dark Circus particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; red-purple ray floret color; diameter across face of capitulum of up to 6.5 cm at maturity when grown as a pinched spray pot mum; uniform nine week photoperiodic flowering response to short days; medium plant height when grown as a pinched pot mum; and by its semi-spreading branching pattern.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Lucky Strike particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form and single daisy capitulum type; clear white ray floret color; diameter across the face of the capitulum of 50-70 mm; and its green to yellow disc florets.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Salmon Charm particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; decorative capitulum type; salmon ray floret color; diameter across face of capitulum of up to 11 cm at maturity when grown as a pinched disbudded pot mum; uniform eight week photoperiodic flowering response to short days; medium plant height when grown as a pinched pot mum, and by its spreading branching pattern.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Satin Pink Gin particularly characterized by its decorative type inflorescence, generally flat inflorescence form with incurved petals, pink flower color, tall plant height, upright branching pattern, 10 week flowering response period, good shipping durability, and by its high grade cut.

Abstract: A philodendron plant named Red Wine particularly characterized by its very large and round leaves which are grey brown when immature and a very dark green when mature; compact growth habit and form; close and symmetrical internodes on mature plants, rigid stalks and erect leaves on immature plants, and by its efficient propagation by tissue culture.

Abstract: A philodendron plant named Imperial Red particularly characterized by its rosette plant form, relatively large leaves which are generally brown-maroon when immature to dark green-maroon when mature; fast and compact growth habit, and compact form; close and symmetrical internodes, dark green petioles with red-purple sheaths, and by its efficient propagation by tissue culture.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a plastic case for housing electronic instruments and the like, having a top and bottom panel with two side panels connecting them. The edges of the top and bottom panels are mounted for telescoping movement in the side panels to enable adjustment of the case to the size of instrument housed.

Abstract: Solid cast detergent-containing articles are produced for use in automatic washing machines. A liquid detergent composition is cast into a mold where it is allowed to solidify. The solid cast detergent, surrounded on all but its upper surface by the mold, is used in automatic washing machines having a dispensing device designed to dispense a liquid aqueous detergent formed from the solid cast detergent using an impinging liquid spray. The liquid aqueous detergent flows out of the dispensing device generally simultaneously with its formation in the dispenser. The cast detergent composition includes an alkaline hydratable chemical and optionally further includes one or more preformed cores or plugs comprising an available chlorine source, a defoamer, or the like.

Abstract: A split multipiece flanged journal bearing for use as an engine crankshaft thrust-journal bearing or the like wherein the thrust flanges and journal bearing shells are semi-cylindrical and have interlocking means to prevent rotational motion of the thrust flange relative to the respective bearing shell and with potential replacement interchangeability so that any worn or damaged parts may be replaced without changing the whole bearing and so that any one or all thrust flanges may be replaced without removing the crankshaft from the engine and wherein the notch and interlocking lug at one end of a particular combination of thrust flange and bearing shell is of greater arc length than those at the other end to provide a fail-safe feature to assure correct assembly.

Abstract: A polyester which when made into an article such as films, containers, bottles and the like has a very high clarity, a low haze value, and a neutral hue. In the preparation of the resin, an antimony catalyst is utilized along with small amounts of a bluing agent such as a cobalt compound and a phosphate compound with the phosphate compound generally being slightly in excess of an equivalent amount of the cobalt compound. The polyester is made from dicarboxylic acids and preferably aromatic acids such as terephthalic acid reacted with polyhydric alcohols.

Abstract: A cryokenetic headband having a closable pocket for retaining a cold pack material is disclosed. The headband is intended to be worn during exercise or work to keep the head cool and perspiration from running into the wearers eyes.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved hat with interchangeable patches that can be selectively attached to the hat. In the preferred embodiment, the hat is a standard, billed, baseball-style cap with some portion of a phrase or logo printed on its front surface, and a strip of fastening material or adhesive secured to the hat just below the incomplete phrase. A plurality of separate patches, each printed with a different completion to the hat's printed phrase or logo, and each with a back surface that is attachable to the fastening material on the hat, is provided. Thus the user can select the completion of the phrase with the patch of his choice. In this way a single hat can be used to carry a variety of different, and changing, phrases and logos.

Abstract: A hat is described having a set of audio earphones releasably mounted in earflaps that cover the user's ears. The earphones are disc shaped mini-speakers having a thin profile that are insertable in a pocket between an inner wall and outer wall of each flap. Each earphone is releasably held in place by a hook-loop connection. Preferably a loop fabric is formed as the inner lining of the inner wall and a hook patch is secured onto the grill face of the earphone. The user may adjust the position of the earphone with the pocket to individually fit the earphones in relation to his ears. The hook-loop connection prevents the earphones from moving within the pocket when the user is subjected to acceleration forces that are typical in vigorous activity such as skiing.

Abstract: A pair of swim goggles is provided which incorporates a timing device with a visual display in the swimmer's field of vision and automatic actuation upon contact with water. A lens allows the wearer to read the display located near the eye. A preferred embodiment incorporates this lens into the corner contour of the eye shield. Other embodiments provide the lens, timing device, display, power and related circuitry in a module insertable in an opening in one eye covering. The timing device can assist a swimmer in pacing and measuring elapsed time, in both recreational and competitive swimming.

Abstract: A pedestal table which is to be releasably secured to the floor area of a smooth surfaced hot tub, spa or whirlpool and includes a foot massage device powered by pressurized water from the whirlpool. The table includes a base member or pedestal having at least three elastomeric suction cups facing downwardly to come into contact with the floor area. An elongate, cylindrical column extends upwardly from the base member or pedestal through the water in the hot tub, spa or whirlpool to support a table top above the surface of the water. A supplemental column can be provided which supports the table top substantially in the plan of the top of the spa, and in such position, the table top serves as a center support for a rigid cover placed over the spa when the spa is not in use.

Abstract: An arrangement for transferring a prone patient longitudinally or laterally between beds or surfaces adapted to accept the patient in prone position. The rate of transfer of the patient can be made variable or fixed. The arrangement is adapted to function with a conventional bed normally used in a home, or with a hospital-type bed. During times when the patient is not being transferred, the arrangement may allow the mattress to be raised under the patient's head and back or under the patient's knees and legs.

Abstract: A head cushion element more especially for use in pickup trucks comprises a cushion core within a casing forming front and rear sides of the head cushion element. The casing furthermore is made of cellular resin and is formed in two parts. There is a connection flange joining the two said parts together and being rib-like in cross section. The flange is located adjacent to the rear side.

Abstract: A head support for a person in a seated position. The head support comprises a pair of elongated, stuffed fabric cushions to be seated, when in position, on the person's shoulders on either side of the person's neck. A first strap has its ends attached one to each cushion so as to extend between them behind the person's neck when the cushions are in position. A second strap is provided with one end secured to one cushion. Securing means associated with the other end of said second strap cooperate with securing means attached to the other cushion so the second strap is releasably securable to said other cushion. The second strap when in secured position extends between the cushions in front of the person's neck. The straps hold the cushions comfortably adjacent the person's neck to provide support for the person's head when the person is resting. The pillows may be shaped like animals to make them appealing to children.

Abstract: An improved fluidizable patient support system including an oval tank, a perforated plate received in the tank atop a plurality of spacers, a diffuser board located atop the perforated plate and sealed around its edge, a mass of granular material received atop the diffuser board, a flexible sheet removably secured around upper edges of the tank by snap fitting elements, a wheeled support pedestal for the tank which has a fluid pressure generator therewithin. Pivotal steps and side rails may be associated with the pedestal and tank respectively. A support frame way also be secured to the tank, extending thereabove to receive treatment apparatus.

Abstract: A method of separating bees wax and honey, the method including: packing a plurality of combs tightly together in a spinner which has a plurality of holes in the periphery thereof; rotating the spinner so that honey in the combs flows outward from the center of the spinner to the outside until the honey passes through the holes for collection. The spinner can be a generally cylindrical spinner with a cone shaped base. The bees wax and honey can be placed in the spinner as either cappings from the hive frames or packing a plurality of hive frames radially in the spinner.

Abstract: A vertically stored dockboard. The dockboard includes a frame or supporting structure which is mounted on a loading dock and a rap or deck plate is hinged at its rear edge to the frame and is movable between a generally vertical storage position and a horizontal operating position where the ramp bridges the gap between the loading dock and a truck parked in front of the dock. The ramp is moved upwardly to the vertical storage position by a hydraulic cylinder mechanism and is locked in the storage position by a toggle assembly. As the ramp is moved upwardly to the vertical storage position, the toggle assembly will be automatically moved to an over-center position to lock the ramp in the storage position. The toggle assembly can be released by a manually operated toggle release arm to enable the ramp to fall by gravity to the horizontal storage position.

Abstract: A hydrofoil attachment for swimming pool vacuum cleaner heads provides downward thrust during the pulling stroke. The hydrofoils pivot so as not to impede the pushing stroke. The hydrofoils are pivotally supported on a laterally extending rod. The rod is supported by triangular plates which mount on the axles of the wheels of the vacuum cleaner head.

Abstract: A toothbrush for efficient cleaning of the teeth, the area under the sulcus and between the teeth and for massage and stimulation of the gums, has a plurality of spaced longitudinally extending rows of bristles in center and outer rows extending from the brushhead. The bristles of the center rows extend perpendicularly to the brushhead and the bristles of each of the outer rows are inclined in different directions relative to the bristles of the center rows. The bristles of each of the outer rows are inclined in one direction from approximately the center of the row to one end thereof and in the opposite direction from approximately the center of the row to the opposite end thereof. Each of the one and opposite directions is away from a normal line at approximately the center of the row. The bristles of the outer rows may also be inclined away from the planes of the bristles of the center rows.

Abstract: A toothbrush having a pad of bristles, a neck region and a handle is disclosed. The bristle pad has three longitudinally arranged columns of bristles, except at the distal end of the pad where there are two additional columns of bristles. The handle is short, so as to bring the user's hand into a closer relation to the mouth and teeth. The reverse side of the bristle pad has a concavity for receiving the user's finger.

Abstract: A windshield wiper system for motor vehicles includes a wiper blade supported on an oscillating and reciprocating wiper arm driven by a plunger guided in a guide during its reciprocal movement and provided with a compensating hinge and supported by two parallel slides guided on two elongated guide rails parallel to the axis of elongation of the plunger. In order to compensate for alignment errors each slide is movable relative to the plunger about the axis of the compensating hinge.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper system for motor vehicles or the like, comprising at least one wiper arm guided and actuated in a complex movement by a kinematic chain or mechanical linkage which comprises a first bar (2) actuated in an oscillating movement by a motor (63), a second bar (3) pivotally connected (23) to the first bar (2) and rigidly attached to the wiper arm, a third bar (4) articulated (34) to the second bar (3) and a fourth bar (5) secured to the vehicle body at one of its ends and torically connected to the third bar (4) at the other of its ends, said toric connection being materialized by a joint (45) made of an elastomer material. The kinematic chain and wiper arm are driven by a second kinematic chain or mechanical linkage which comprises a motor (63), a crank (64) and bar (65) with the bar (65) being pivotally connected to bar (62) rigidly connected to pivot shaft (61) connected to first bar (2).

Abstract: A portable vacuum surface cleaning apparatus for taking up and recovering fluids such as liquids, and debris from floors or carpets that includes an elongated circuitous or convoluted passageway having an inlet at one end and an outlet at the other end adapted for communication with a vacuum source and communicating with the recovery chamber through a top access opening in a region thereof intermediately between the inlet and outlet, driven rotary brush associated with the apparatus and supported rearwardly thereof and projecting therebelow for contacting the surfaces to be cleaned; and a diluent or cleaning solution source associated with the apparatus including a discharge flow passage directed rearmost thereof to an outlet from an integral well or repository for the reception of a removable container or capsule having an integral displaceable dispensing valve for diluent or cleaning solutions.

Abstract: A vacuum-cleaning apparatus for cleaning furniture or the like, especially upholstered furniture, upholstered vehicle seats, etc. The apparatus is connected via a vacuum conduit to a vacuum-cleaning unit. A first vacuum nozzle is provided with a brush and includes a housing having an intake opening that leads to the vacuum conduit. A second vacuum nozzle is embodied as a gap-cleaning nozzle and is pivotable, relative to the first vacuum nozzle, out of an inoperative position into an operative position, and vice versa. An air duct is pivotably mounted in the housing. In the operative position of the gap-cleaning nozzle, the latter communicates via the air duct with the intake opening of the housing to provide flow communication from the gap-cleaning nozzle to the vacuum conduit.

Abstract: A multi-purpose vacuum cleaner for solids and liquids includes a motor mounting seat covering the vacuum cleaner tank and having a circular orifice, a filter cage mounted about the orifice on the underside of the motor mounting seat containing a spherical float, and a switch connected to the float so as to be operated when liquid in the tank reaches a predetermined level. Rising of liquid in the tank to the predetermined level lifts the float to obstruct the orifice, preventing liquid from entering the motor, and actuates the switch to disconnect power from the motor and to energize an alarm.

Abstract: A furniture hinge comprises, in combination: a first wing designed to be secured to the door of a piece of furniture and a second elongated-arm shaped wing designed to be applied to a base fixed to the shoulder of the piece of furniture, provision being made between the elongated-arm shaped wing and the base for regulating the position of the wing, depthwise and horizontally, and a securing screw passing through a slot in the arm to secure the wing to the base, wherein the securing screw screws onto a lever pivoted to the base.

Abstract: A sausage filling apparatus comprises a conventional sausage filling machine operable to extrude sausage meat into a compressed length of tubular sausage casing retained over a support pipe through which the meat is fed under pressure. The filled casing passes to a sausage linking machine where the casing is twisted into individually-linked sausages. The invention provides a moveable deflector plate which is moveable into the path of the tubular sausage casing between the nozzle and the linking machine. This causes the sausage casing to follow a tortuous path between these two points, dispelling air present in the casing and leading to more consistent weight and an improved appearance in the final product.

Abstract: Device for removing fat from slaughtered poultry, provided with a screw spindle drivable around its longitudinal axis, said spindle being rotatably mounted in a cylindrical sleeve surrounding at least a part of the screw thread on the spindle with a radial clearance. Machine with devices for removing fat from slaughtered poultry mounted in the shape of a roundabout.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for macerating meat to effect deep penetration of the meat at multiple muscle height levels for improved absorption of curing agents and improved bonding of multiple pieces of meat. The method involves feeding the meat into a compression zone where it is compressed and simultaneously engaged with multi-level maceration means which penetrate and tear the meat at two or more muscle height levels below the surface of the meat; continuously feeding the meat through the compression zone; continuously compressing and macerating the meat at multiple muscle height levels; and expelling the meat from the compression zone to allow the meat to expand to its previous dimensions so that multi-level macerated surfaces are available for bonding of the meat.

Abstract: An apparatus for evening a fiber lap fed to a carding machine. The latter has a licker-in, a feed table and a feed roller cooperating with one another in feeding the fiber lap to the licker-in; a drive motor connected to the feed roller; and an arrangement providing for a relative movement of the feed roller and the feed table towards or away from one another as a function of the thickness of the fiber material passing therebetween. There is further provided an excursion measuring device for generating signals representing the magnitude of the relative movement; and a control device connected to the excursion measuring device. The control device is connected to the drive motor for regulating the rpm of the feed roller as a function of the relative motion between feed roller and feed table. A delay device is connected between the excursion measuring device and the control device for delaying transmittal of signals from the excursion measuring device to the control device.

Abstract: An apparatus which feeds a fiber lap to a fiber processing machine has a reserve chute connected to a pneumatic fiber tuft conveying duct to receive fiber tufts therefrom; a feed chute connected to the reserve chute; a feed roller arranged for advancing fiber tufts from the reserve chute into the feed chute; a drive for rotating the feed roller; an arrangement for delivering a compressing air stream into the feed chute for densifying a fiber tuft column therein; a plurality of air outlet openings to provide a passage of the air stream out of the feed chute; a pressure sensor situated in the feed chute; a pressure regulator connected with the pressure sensor and the drive for altering the rpm of the feed roller as a function of the pressure prevailing in the feed chute.

Abstract: A self-locking tie for tying bundles of articles such as cables has an elongated tongue with ratchet teeth on one face and one end of which may be passed through a locking head at the other end of the tongue to form a closed loop about matter being tied with the ratchet teeth on the outside of the loop. The locking head includes a resilient pawl for engaging the tongue and holding it between the pawl and an opposed abutment surface against release. In addition, on the same side of the locking head as the pawl, the locking head includes a plurality of fixed teeth engageable by the tongue ratchet teeth. On insertion of the tongue and first tightening thereof, any tension in the tongue on release of the tightening force is taken by the pawl either alone or together with the fixed teeth.

Abstract: Silent touch fastener material adapted to releasably engage a mating surface and adapted to produce reduced sound during rapid separation of the touch fastener material from the mating surface. The material comprises a planar backing material having an engaging surface thereon contacting the backing material at discrete points and adapted to releasably engage the mating surface and means for reducing the coupling of noise-producing vibration from the backing material into the surrounding air.

Abstract: A piston-glide shoe combination for use in a zone-adjustable variable-crown roll comprising a stationary central axle and a cylindrical roll mantle rotatably mounted on the central axle, the glide shoes of the combinations being loaded by hydraulic fluid pressure against the inner surface of the roll mantle so as to control the distribution of nip pressure in a nip formed by the variable-crown roll and a counter-roll. The piston-glide shoe combination includes an auxiliary chamber arrangement into which the pressure fluid is passed from the lubrication chambers and/or glide surface regions of the glide shoe through ducts so that when the pressure in the lubrication chambers and/or on the glide surface regions of the glide shoe is reduced, the reduced pressure is transmitted through the duct to a particular auxiliary chamber or chambers so that a torque tending to stabilize the play at the glide surface of the glide shoe that causes the reduced pressure.

Abstract: The roller has a roller body having a small electrical resistivity, a bonding layer formed substantially uniformly on the outer peripheral surface of the roller body, a lower insulating layer provided on the bonding layer; a heat generating layer provided on the lower insulating layer and a ceramic matrix and a metallic resistance layer, constituted by a metal dispersed in the ceramic matrix, the metallic resistance layer extending substantially continuously in the lengthwise direction of the roller, a heat generating layer, an upper insulating layer provided on the heat generating layer, a protective layer formed on the upper insulating layer so as to prevent offset of the toner images, an electrode layer formed on each end of the roller and adapted to connect the heat generating layer to an external power source; and side protective layers covering at least the side surface of the heat generating layer, and the side surfaces and the axially outside surfaces of the lower insulating layer.

Abstract: A conveyor roller for use in a roller conveyor for conveying a heated glass sheet in a glass sheet processing system includes an elongated core rotatable by driver means, and a support body made of a felt material comprising fibers of at least one type which is mechanically strong and/or resistant to heat, the support body being mounted on and disposed around an outer peripheral surface of the core for supporting the glass sheet. The felt material comprises a base woven web of glass fibers, 10 to 50 wt % of aramid fibers and 50 to 80 wt % of carbon fibers which are by needling intertwined with each other and with the base woven web.

Abstract: A sleeve (8) is introduced inside the tube (3) from the face (1a) of the tube plate, with which the tube (3) is flush, through the entire length of the tube plate (1). The tube (3) and the sleeve (8) are joined together in two zones (15, 16) by means of a binder which ensures a bond of high mechanical strength. An axial pull is exerted on the sleeve (8) from the face (1a) of the tube plate (1). The device is capable of pulling on the sleeve which operates either continuously or in steps.

Abstract: In a method of manufacturing a steel laminate gasket, a plurality of steel plates is separately prepared so that each plate is provided with a plurality of holes. Then, at least two kinds of surface pressure regulation plates are separately prepared. The thickness of the two kinds of the surface pressure regulation plates is different. The surface pressure regulation plates are mounted on one of the steel plates at predetermined portions and connected thereonto so that the surface pressure regulation plates do not move relative to the steel plate. The steel plate with the surface pressure regulation plates is assembled with at least another steel plate.

Abstract: A cylinder block of a rotary slide vane compressor, having an eccentric inner surface with split inner sleeve members embedded therein and in slidable contact with the vanes. The method for making the cylinder block comprises the steps of preparing an inner sleeve original form of a ferrous material and having a circumferentially closed integral portion. This original form is embedded in the inner surface of the cylinder of aluminum alloy during the step of casting the cylinder block, and thereafter, the cast cylinder block is machined together with the original form to cut away the circumferentially closed integral portion and thereby separate the original form into a plurality of split inner sleeve members.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a piston of an internal combustion engine, especially for forming a piston gallery portion provided in the piston head for cooling the engine. A gallery member made of a metal pipe having a high thermal conductivity or a salt-core having a shape corresponding to the piston gallery is fixed to a fixing member having a peripheral rim and a plurality of fixing legs extended from the rim. The gallery member or the salt-core fixed to the fixing member is cast in the piston, body, and then, the fixing member is cut off from the piston body. The salt-core is melted away by pouring water. By this method, a piston of light weight and having high cooling efficiency can be manufactured.