Abstract: A new protective covering apparatus (6) for guns with high capacity extended magazines providing protection for the receiver (18), magazine (22) and trigger guard (28) while the gun is being carried in the field or stored. The covering apparatus (6) is comprised of a single unit of flexible water repellent material having sufficient size to envelope the entire receiver area of a gun (FIG. 4), to include the magazine (22), receiver (18) and trigger guard (28). Attached to the front end of flaps (12) and (14) of protective covering (6) are releasable fasteners (8A) and (8B) providing means for attaching and sealing the front end of flaps (12) and (14) about the hand guard (20). Attached to the rear of outer flap (12) are releasable fasteners (10A) and (10B) for retaining and sealing the rear edges (12C) and (14C) of flaps (12) and (14) about the gun's butt stock ( 26) and pistol grip (24). Attached beneath flaps (12) and (14) is pouch (16) providing protection for the gun's extended magazine (22).

Abstract: A game luring device includes a container mounting a liquid absorbent wick therewithin wherein the wick includes a central rigid core upon which the wick is secured with the core extending above the wick coaxially thereof and mounted within inverted conical plug. The plug includes a hook member for positioning of the organization with a support such as a tree limb and the like. A game luring liquid is directed within the container and directed from the wick upwardly whereupon positioning of the wick above the container the game luring scent is distributed by airborne currents. Modifications of the invention include a matrix of projecting wick legs mounted to and extending beyond the central wick core to enhance airborne distribution of the game luring scent contained within the container member.

Abstract: A free floating fish catching device is provided having a large dimension, generally flat float structure having upper and lower surfaces. A connector projection extends upwardly from the central portion of the top surface and defines an aperture to receive one end of a swivel to which a fishing leader and hook are connected. The fish catching device is inverted by a biting fish to expose an attention attracting surface to provide an indication that a fish has been caught. A lifting loop is also provided to enable the device to be lifted from the water along with the fish. The inverted top surface of the device functions as a water brake to retard movement of the device by the fish and functions together with the leader connector element to cause a caught fish to swim in a circle rather than swimming away with the device.

Abstract: An apparatus including an elongate extensible and collapsible cylindrical housing, with a rigid annular ring mounted at an upper end of the housing and a rigid cylinder mounted at a lower end of the housing, with a ring including a plurality of handles, with the handles diametrically aligned relative to one another, including aligned recesses to position a fishing rod therewithin. The lower cylindrical housing includes a trap door positioned within the lower end of the housing to permit closing of the door upon directing of a fish therethrough and collapsing of the door subsequent to securing the fish within the elongate cylindrical housing.

Abstract: An apparatus for releasibly grasping objects has an elongated handle having a first end with a pair of grasping hands and a second end. Each hand has a stem end pivotally connected to the first end of the handle and a grasping end. Closer force means is operably connected to the handle and the grasping hands for selectively exerting a force tending to bring together the grasping ends of the grasping hands. Trigger means is operably connected to the grasping hands for selectively opposing the force means and holding the grasping ends of the grasping hands apart. The trigger means is responsive to contact with an object located between the grasping ends of the grasping hands to cease selectively opposing the force means and to permit the grasping ends to pivot rapidly toward each other.

Abstract: A crab catcher for use with baited crab line includes a mesh box cage or basket with an opened end facing in the direction of motion of the boat. It is mounted in a frame alongside a moving boat, just under the water. Crab line is run over two rollers, forming a V shape, positioned above the open end of the basket; the line continues over the basket to a rear guide and off the back end. As the boat moves, crabs feeding on the baited line will let go as they near the surface. They are then swept into the open end of the basket by the flow of water and held there by the current. To increase the chance of entrapment, mesh plates are arranged about the open basket end to form a partial funnel and give a larger efffective opening. The basket lifts out of the frame for emptying it of crabs. The frame, which is adjustable for different sizes of boats, has hooks to go over the gunwales of the boat.

Abstract: A fishing rod has a reel mounting member and grip members secured to an outer periphery of a rod stem member. One end of the grip member is extended to the portion opposite to the reel leg fixing portion in the vicinity of the reel mounting member, so that the stepped portions between the grip members and the reel mounting member are eliminated. As a result, the configuration thereof can be well adapted to the hand, and the ruggedness does not concentrate on the portion. Such a structure does not cause pains in the palm and fingers of the fisher when enjoying the fishing, and enables the fisher to grasp the fishing rod for a long period of time. Where the exfoliative stresses are applied on the bonding surfaces between the reel mounting member and the grip members when the rod stem member is bent, the joint portion is greater in length than in the prior art, and hence the stresses are dispersed at that portion. In addition, because the wider bonding area is provided, the separation does not occur easily.

Abstract: An insect trap includes a vertically mounted member, the outer surface of which is coated with a non-drying adhesive layer. The ends of the tubular member are mounted in end caps which serve to position the tubular member in a container and also to catch and retain insects which have been killed by the trap. The container includes perforated panels which may be selectively removed by a user to expose the tubular member to insects while shielding it from view.

Abstract: An insect feeding station have a central poison area, guide and baffle walls leading from the periphery of the station to the central poison area and a cover, optionally having transparent means to view said poison area. When the cover is transparent, or a portion or sections, thereof is transparent, the poison compartment may have a contrasting a luminous color under the poison to make removal of poison easily detectable.

Abstract: A seeding machine has a drum and roller urged together to define a seed trough. Bristles close one end of the trough and a hopper adjacent that end feeds a continuous supply of seeds to the trough. The seeds flow along the length of the trough and are discharged at the opposite end of the trough which is open. A funnel collects the discharged seeds and returns them to the hopper. The drum is provided with a series of axially extending rows of holes which are coupled to a vacuum source as each row passes through the tumbling seeds in the trough. A single seed is attracted to each hole and is carried by the drum to a discharge location where the hole in question is disconnected from the vacuum source and instead connected to a source of pressure which then acts to eject the seed from the drum.

Abstract: An artificial cultivation method of Agaricus blazei, i.e., edible basidiomycetes which grow wild in fields and mountains in the Sao Jose do Rio Preto district located northwestward of Sao Paulo city, Brazil. The optimum cultivation conditions have been established by studying the form of development of the Agaricus blazei and also the method has been completed with a view to reducing the harvesting period and increasing the yield.

Abstract: The agrotextile comprises a porous sheet (1), permeable to air and water and equipped in the direction of its longest dimension with added side strips (2, 3) intended to be buried in the soil for fastening the whole to the ground. The sheet is of woven, knitted or nonwoven structure, while the side strips are made of a sheet of flexible and smooth plastic, of closed structure, which does not adhere to the earth. Applications as a protective or forcing cover, as mulch and as a blanching sheet.

Abstract: A device for surrounding the trunk of trees comprising of two or more vertical pieces joined together by locking apparatus. Devices vary in size to accommodate different size trees. Once the device is installed, it serves to safeguard the lower trunk of trees from bumps and cuts.

Abstract: A conserving device for plants includes a receptacle, a support member formed of two retaining elements of which at least the first one is provided with fasteners enabling it to be fixed in a detachable and/or movable manner to the receptacle, and fixing elements which are provided for connecting the second retaining element, in a detachable and/or movable manner, to the receptacle or to the first retaining element as well as tightening elements which submit both retaining elements to forces for bringing them mutually together in such a manner that the trunk of the plant disposed between the two retaining elements is tightened in a manner adapted to its diameter.

Abstract: A plant support for providing support to the branches of a growing plant such as a tomato plant. The plant support comprises a plurality of vertical supports connected or welded to a top horizontal support leaving a remaining open side. The open side of the plant support can be completely or partially closed by integral interconnecting structure of the plant support or by separate structure and/or flexible cord, tape, wire, netting, etc. The construction allows for little or no tapering of the vertical supports in combination with side loading of other units for nesting purposes.

Abstract: A slider for door windows of vehicles, comprising: a metal slide base comprising a base frame fixed to a door window glass, a sub-frame parallel with said base frame spaced by a predetermined distance from the base frame and having at least one mounting member, a side frame connecting end portions of the base frame the sub-frame; and slide pieces of a synthetic resin which are molded on the mounting members by using metal molds arranged with reference to the base frame, and which are slidably engaged with a guide fail fixed to the inner portion of a door.

Abstract: A refrigerator door is disclosed which comprises a plurality of extruded aluminum frame members of predetermined configuration, each having a number of channels on its inner surface; L-shaped alignment pins for attachment of the frame members to each adjacent member so as to form a frame of predetermined configuration, a groove for thermally insulating a front portion of the extruded aluminum members from a rear portion; front and rear panel members positioned in parallel non-contacting substantially perpendicular alignment in the channels of the frame members; a thermal insulation medium positioned within the space between the frame members and the front and rear panels; and hinge brackets for mounting the frame members upon a refrigeration cabinet by hinged connections.

Abstract: A door inner panel and a door outer panel attached together in spaced apart relation defining a cavity. The door inner panel has an opening therein and the door components such as the window regulator and door handles are mounted on the module panel. A plurality of energy absorbing devices extended between the module panel and the door inner panel to effectively mount the module panel within the opening of the door inner panel. The energy absorbing devices yield upon the imposition of an occupant thereagainst to enable energy absorbing movement of the module panel and the door components into the cavity space between the inner and outer panels. The energy absorbing devices are preferably comprised of stamped steel straps having convolutions therein with one end of the strap welded to the module panel and the other end bolted to the door inner panel.

Abstract: This invention is a new high wheel speed grinding process that uses only one very hard grade resin bonded grinding wheel of the desired abrasive grit size for the surface finish required, where simultaneously with the grinding of a workpiece the wheel face is conditioned and trued by a truing element heated to a temperature between 250.degree. F. and 1200.degree. F. at the truing rates required to provide grinding at quantitatively predictable desired and constant unit volume energy and metal removal rate values.

Abstract: A device for grinding saw blades, both hand saws and circular saws so that a predetermined tooth profile is obtained, utilizes a grinding head that moves in one plane and moves the saw in a second plane. The device comprises a saw blade mount, an indexing system for indexing a saw tooth to move in a first plane, a grinding head to grind a saw tooth, a grinding head travel arrangement to move the grinding head in a second plane, the second plane being at an angle of about 35.degree. from the perpendicular of the first plane, and a control system for controlling movement of the saw blade in the first plane and the grinding head in the second plane to ensure a predetermined saw tooth profile is ground.

Abstract: An attachment for a power tool (10) has a drive shaft (32) for driving connection to the tool (10) and a rotatable disc (12) linked transversely thereto. The link between the disc (12) and shaft (32) is formed by a flexible membrane (16) which permits relative angular movement between the disc (12) and shaft (32). A locking arrangement (34, 36) is also disclosed which enables the disc (12) to be selectively held substantially rigidly with respect to the shaft (32) if desired.

Abstract: A spherical surface of the workpiece is machined, i.e., abraded or polished, with an abrasive particle layer on a tubular jig. The tubular jig is rotatable about a first axis, and has a through passage extending along the first axis and having a tapered surface on the peripheral edge of an outlet, the tapered surface spreading outwardly. The tubular jig is rotated about the first axis, and a fluid lubricant-coolant containing suspended abrasive particles is supplied into the through passage, so that a highly packed flowing layer of abrasive particles is produced on and along the tapered surface under centrifugal forces generated by the rotation of the tubular jig. Then, the spherical surface of the workpiece, which is rotating about a second axis at a predetermined angle with respect to the first axis, is pressed against the flowing layer of abrasive particles.

Abstract: Damages to load supporting structures in an aircraft or spacecraft resulting from an explosive decompression are minimized or avoided by rapidly making available at least one relatively large flow-cross-sectional area. This is accomplished by mounting a decompression panel with a plurality of releasable mounting locks to a frame. The locks are so constructed that the panel along can be blown out in one direction and the panel with the frame and the locks can be blown out in the opposite direction in response to a rapid pressure increase which shears off shearing pins normally holding locking levers in a clamp-down or hold-down position. The frame has support flanges against which the panel and a wall section rest. The locks rest on and are secured to the frame and respond to defined release pressure ratios between the inside and outside in either direction. Each lock has at least one locking or clamp-down lever for the panel and one for a wall section.

Abstract: Removable component for fastening an element (3) to be fastened to the ground (2), such as film, net for protecting a plantation fastening for horticulture, agriculture which is rigid and undeformable and comprises at least a principal elongated peg (7) intended to pass through the element (3) and to be embedded in the ground (2) and a guard (9) fastened transversaly to the principal peg (7) opposite (10) its embedding free end part (8) intended to immobilize the element (3) to be fastened by clamping against the ground (2).

Abstract: An apparatus is set forth including a first shield with a first "J" shaped end mounted within a second "J" shaped end of a second shield to permit relative pivotment of the first shield relative to the second shield. The "J" shaped end of the second shield is of a complementary configuration receivable slidably within the first "J" shaped end. Modifictions of the instant invention include the second shield provided with a further leg oriented orthogonally relative to the shield to be directed interiorly of an underlying ground surface preventing undesirable instrusion of vegetation underlying the shield area. Further, serrated metallic reinforcing edges may be mounted to free ends of the shield to enhance their being directed interiorly of a ground surface.

Abstract: An access floor system includes a plurality of floor panels, each panel having a pan and a cooperating top plate. The top plate is folded over a peripheral flange of the pan to define a hemmed edge. A trim piece is configured to snap over the hemmed edge of the floor panel. A support pedestal assembly includes a support plate configured to support the floor panels at their corners. Generally T-shaped stringers are joined to the support plates in a grid-like pattern. The stringers are rigidly connected to the plates or snap-on to lock tabs defined by the plates.

Abstract: An earthquake restraint mechanism helps to prevent the collapse of tilt-up style exterior wall panels (7, 64) of a building (17). The panels are coupled to one another at their abutting joints (16) through L-shaped brackets (18, 20, 68) mounted to the wall panels and restrainers (32, 66, 106) connecting the outwardly extending legs (28, 30, 90) of the brackets. The panels are energetically coupled to one another because the brackets act as shock absorbers which absorb the initial shock on the all panels from an earthquake. Because the panels are tied together, the panels are restrained from collapsing thus helping to protect persons and property. An accumulative effect of energy absorption is evident with the redundant use of the restraint mechanism. The panels can also be connected to other structural members, such as joists or beams, as well.

Abstract: An underground shock-resistant structure comprises a vaulted roof having a ring configuration as viewed from above and a ring-shaped base member, such as a flat floor, joined to the inner and outer edges of the vaulted roof. The external surface of the vaulted roof has a continuous convex configuration with a slowly varying radius of curvature and no change of signal such that over pressures and shockwaves striking the external surface of the vaulted roof apply compressive pressures to the vaulted roof and are deflected by the surface. Optionally, there may be one or more basement levels below the flat floor which are enclosed by inner and outer walls having a ring configuration which are joined to the inner and outer edges of the vaulted roof. In another option the flat floor may be replaced by an arch with its concavity facing upwards joined to the inner and outer edges of the vaulted roof.

Abstract: A double-glazing insulation panel having a pair of panes which define an intermediate space in which is mounted a drum for use in vertically adjusting a screen and which the drive mechanism for the drum is removably mounted through an opening in the frame of the panel and supported relative thereto by a stopper assembly which is used to seal the opening through the frame.

Abstract: A loading dock shelter seal to the space between the sides of a truck and the door opening. The dock seal includes a pair of elongated flexible tapered foam members that protrude into the opening and contact with the rear of the truck. As the truck backs into the loading dock, the foam members deflect inward without deformation. This seals the sides because the foam members are vertically mounted on the sides of the door opening from the loading dock surface to a header curtain. The foam members are covered with a protecting fabric and have a retention strap system to prevent the fabric from billowing as the foam members deflect.

Abstract: An elongated "L" shaped plastic drywall corner strip containing two flat legs joined to form an acute angle, one of which is kerfed repeatedly to increase flexibility and allow installation over inside and outside arches, the outside of the legs having a surface to which joint compound adheres, and a solid bead overarching and/or interior arching the point of junction of the legs.

Abstract: A building panel assembly comprising two or more individual panel members. The panel members in turn are comprised of an outer metal facing sheet forming an exterior panel surface, an inner metal facing sheet forming an interior panel surface and a structural foam core. Once the individual panel members are secured to a structural support, a foam plug is inserted between the panel members to enhance the insulated properties of the assembly.

Abstract: A gasket for a flush expansion joint cover comprises a longitudinally continuous central body portion and two longitudinally continuous side portions, one at either transverse edge of the central body portion. The central body portions and the side portions are comprised of a colorable thermoplastic rubber and are co-extruded to form an integral gasket structure. The side portions, which are adapted to keylock with mating grooves in structural members of the expansion joint cover, are harder than the central body portion to enhance retention of the gasket in place during use. The central body portion has a cellular core structure and a slightly concave upper surface to remain substantially smooth and flush with adjacent surfaces throughout the complete movement cycle of the expansion joint.

Abstract: A relatively simple, inexpensive building block for use in self-supporting walls includes a rectangular parallelepipedic body formed of a mixture of three parts by weight cement to two parts by weight wood fiber. Vertically extending grooves and in some cases cylindrical holes are provided in the blocks for defining vertical passages extending the height of the wall for receiving reinforcing rods and/or concrete for strengthening the wall.

Abstract: A divided light door which includes an integrated core panel and a lattice frame mounted in a frame-receiving opening provided in the core panel. The lattice frame includes inner frame pieces extending across each other and interlocked with each other. Veneer pieces covering the core panel and edge band strips form the faces of the door.

Abstract: A window grid to change the appearance characteristics of a window having a single large window pane to a window having a plurality of smaller window panes or lights. The window grid includes at least one muntin having a thin, rotatable and eccentrically mounted cam lock at each end for engaging the window sash along the surface of the window pane and inwardly of the glazing to securely but detachably lock the muntin to the window sash. The window grid also includes an intersection between muntins which have the same external dimensions with one of the muntins including a passageway therethrough which has a periphery formed by slightly deforming outer portions of the muntin to receive the other muntin therethrough with a friction locking member securing the muntins in their intersected relation.

Abstract: The cross sections of louver blades are located exclusively within zones defined primarily by concentric arcs configured to maintain a substantially equal spacing between the boundaries of the zones of adjacent blades throughout the width of the louver.

Abstract: A prefabricated building panel for applying a stone facing to a building wall which utilizes a metal structural frame having a sloped base plate which drains water from behind a plurality of stone panels whose front surfaces form the stone facing and are attached to the structural frame by unitary anchor rods. The lower stone panels on the structural frame have weep holes aligned with the base plate to drain the water. The unitary anchor rods include two anchor pins which are inserted in, and glued to, depressed bores on the rear side of the stone panels, thereby joining the adjacent stone panels together.

Abstract: A roofing tile which has a corrugated thin top wall (11) with an upper shelf (17). The tile is slopingly angled and contains an overhang on the lower edge such that overlapping is accomplished when layed contiguously on a roof (13). One lateral edge includes an upwardly facing shelf or pocket (71) having a pair of beads (77) defining a rain trough (79). An overhang flange (41) on the opposite edge allows the tiles to nest forming a water resistant joint. A support grid (15) is formed by a number of intersecting longitudinally diagonally and transversely extending wall segments integrally formed with the top wall provide a sturdy support. The shelf further contains a number of sockets (21) and the overhang (19) contains a matingly shaped flange member (23) which join together when layed one on the other creating an indexing interface aligning the tiles together and preventing slipping apart. A pair of nails are driven into the roof through holes (69) to further attach the tiles.

Abstract: A beam, especially for building houses of wood, comprises a web (1) of steel plate, preferably galvanized steel sheet metal, and transverse flanges (2, 3) constituted by wooden elements (6) arranged on either side of edge portions (4, 5) of the web (1) which have been bent back or folded at least twice. The wooden elements (6) are attached to the web (1) by means of nails (7). Wooden posts (8) are arranged along the web (1) to the web in order to protect the web against buckling. The beam combines the beneficial properties of steel and wood. The steel provides stiffness and stability, while the wood permits nailing.

Abstract: A method of constructing multiple story buildings and particularly detention structures as disclosed in which the framing members are lightweight steel channel members which are generally similar and in certain applications, interchangeable. The walls and floors of the building are framed with the channel members and lath sheathing is applied thereto for receiving cementitious fill therebetween. A unique diagonal tension strap system is used whereby diagonal straps are permanently attached at their lower end and tensioned at their upper end with adjustable fasteners before being permanently fastened at the upper end. The system provides for a more rapid and inexpensive construction schedule over conventional construction and affords high resistance to fire and to penetration of the filled walls.

Abstract: The insulated window is constructed with a pair of biaxially stretched foils which are secured on mounting elements at the edges. The mounting elements are in turn mounted on spring tension elements which serve to maintain the tension in the foils. Each spring element is connected to a common web which bears on a respective pane.

Abstract: A manipulating apparatus closes a standard barrel by picking up a lid, positioning it in the correct position above the barrel, pressing the lid onto the barrel, picking up a clamping ring, placing it in its spread-open state around the barrel top, and locking the clamping ring so as to retain the lid. The manipulating apparatus can also be used to open a closed barrel by moving a pivot member beneath the clamping lever of the clamping ring, rotating the pivot member to unlock the clamping ring, gripping the clamping ring, removing it while it is spread open, depositing the clamping ring at some convenient location, gripping the lid, removing the lid from the barrel, and depositing the lid. The manipulating apparatus is provided with three support arms (3-5) which form a support unit (1) which is movable horizontally and vertically by a guide unit (28) together with a central carrier (2) which projects beyond the support arms.

Abstract: An apparatus for induction-sealing a package having sides formed of overlaying flaps with a thermoplastic material between the flaps serving as the adhesive has independently adjustable platens that bear against counter-rotating conveyor belts for applying varying pressure to the package sides to be sealed. A special package wrapper is also disclosed which is formed of a laminate having the thermoplastic material printed on a layer of printing ink. When heated, the thermoplastic material seeps through the ink to bond with a polyolefin layer below and thereby seals overlying package flaps together.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dispensing a top sheet and stretch wrapping includes a dispenser for dispensing a sheet from a roll of sheet material and a trough for receiving, containing and collapsing the dispensed sheet. A circulating bar draws the dispensed sheet from the trough over the top of a load by moving from a starting position to a finishing position above and across the top of the load while another bar returns from the finishing position to the starting position to position the dispensed sheet proximate to a hot wire which severs the sheet from the roll from which it is dispensed. A suspended flexible strip rests on top of the load for holding the sheet in place on top of the load. The trough, circulating bars and depending flexible strip are mounted on a frame which is movable in the vertical direction.

Abstract: A protective sheet used for packaging silver halide photographic sensitive sheet films. The protective sheet comprises a low electrification paper material formed of natural pulp paper impregnated with an inorganic salt of alkali metal in an amount of 0.01-40 g/m.sup.2. A method of packaging a stack of a plurality of photosensitive sheet films and a photosensitive sheet film package is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and process for folding a sock cuff, which comprises a blade mounted on and projecting from a support, a first carriage mounted for reciprocal movement along and over said blade and having first gripping means adapted to space and grip the open end of a sock such that movement of the carriage along the blade will substantially envelop the blade with the sock, a second carriage mounted for reciprocal movement along said blade and having second gripping means adapted to move transversely to the blade to grip the sock covering said blade, and means for actuating (i) said carriage to reciprocally move said carriage along said blade, (ii) said first gripping means to grip and release the open end of said sock and, (iii) said second gripping means to reciprocally move said means along the blade and transversely thereto. A process of folding a sock cuff, more particularly, a `walk` sock cuff, is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention involves methods and apparatus for winding imbricated formations of multi-sheeted, twice-folded printing products into a roll together with a winding band wherein the individual multi-sheeted, twice-folded printing products are skewed in relation to the conveying direction of the imbricated formation by a small angle. The laterally protruding corners of the printing products lie on imaginary straight lines which run parallel to the conveying direction. The lateral fold edges of the printing products are mutually offset by a certain amount in a direction running transversely to the conveying direction. The lateral fold edges therefore do not end up one on top of the other during winding, as a result of which a thickening on one side of the roll is avoided.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for applying covers to seat cushions and the like includes means to maintain the cushioning material under compression within the cover as the cushioning material is moved into the cover.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for filling a bag with a commodity without contaminating a sealable region of the bag near its opening. The apparatus includes a mechanism for forming a cuff in the bag and holding the bag as it is being filled. A frame associated with the cuffing mechanism assists in positioning the commodity adjacent the cuffed bag and for facilitating insertion of the commodity into the bag. Desirably the frame includes a platform on which the commodity may be prepared prior to insertion of it into the bag. Preferably the platform is movable between a first position oriented to facilitate preparation of the commodity and a second position oriented to facilitate insertion of the commodity into the bag. The device and method is particularly useful in packaging commodities which may be emulsion-laden, including meats such as poultry.