Abstract: A new variety of rose plant of the shrub class distinctive in its character by its fully double, soft white flowers with abundant continual blooming.

Abstract: A new variety of rose plant of the shrub class distinctive in its character by its fully double, pure pink flowers with abundant continual blooming, and the unusual shaping of the flowers.

Abstract: A new variety of rose plant of the shrub class, distinctive in its character by its fully double, pale pink flowers which fade to pinkish-white on the outer petals with a hint of yellow at the base of the petals, with abundant continual blooming and the unusual blend of coloring and shaping of the flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Tokyo characterized by its extra large growth habit (35-40 cm in diameter); single violet-shaped, apple blossom pink flowers with darker center; elongated petals; strong stems which curve toward the center to form a bouquet above the leaves; profuse flowering; large, bright green, oval to spear-shaped leaves; flowering 12-13 weeks after planting of unrooted shoot, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Little Aztec Girl characterized by its mid-size growth habit (13-15 cm in diameter); purplish red, semi-double to double flowers having 8-12 petals, the ones in the center being much smaller and occasionally covering up the anthers; strong stems which curve toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; profuse flowering; dark green, spear-shaped, serrated and very hairy leaves; flowering 10-11 weeks after planting of unrooted shoot, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Little Cheyenne Girl characterized by its mid-size growth habit (13-15 cm in diameter); blue and white variegated, semi-double flowers having 8-12 petals, the ones in the center being much smaller and occasionally covering up the anthers; strong stems which curve toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; profuse flowering; bright green, spear-shaped, slightly serrated leaves; flowering 10-11 weeks after planting of unrooted shoot, and by its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Rumiko characterized by its single violet-shaped, purplish blue flowers; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, oval leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous and compact growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Carmen characterized by its large, single violet-shaped, purplish blue flowers with wavy petal tips; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, spear-shaped leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous and compact growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and its long lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Jannel is provided. The new cultivar was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein the Green Peas cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 6,735) was pollinated by the Keystone cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 5,946). More specifically, the new cultivar forms attractive cream white flowers of the pompon type which have a green center (as illustrated). The inflorescence tends to be pyramidal in configuration. The response period of the flowers is approximately nine weeks. Reduced susceptibility to leaf miner is exhibited. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use in the production of a cut decorative spray under greenhouse conditions.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Touch is provided. The new cultivar was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein the Dinara variety (non-patented in the United States) was pollinated by the Penny Lane cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 6,238). More specifically, the new cultivar forms attractive bicolored single anemone flowers wherein the petals are yellow and the disc florets particularly towards the center of the cushion bear a distinctive orange-brown coloration (as illustrated). The inflorescence tends to be of the flat capitulum type when mature. The response period of the flowers is approximately eight weeks. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use in the production of a cut anemone spray under greenhouse conditions.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Buttercup is provided. The new cultivar was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein the Cassa cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 6,103) was pollinated by the Ahrensia cultivar (non-patented in the United States). More specifically, the new cultivar forms attractive relatively small single intense yellow flowers having a yellow-green disc florets which change to yellow when mature (as illustrated). The inflorescence is pyramidal in configuration and tends to flatten upon maturity. The response period of the flowers is approximately seven and one-half weeks. The plant is both low temperature and high temperature tolerant. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use in the production of a cut single spray under greenhouse conditions.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Lierway is provided. The new cultivar is a spontaneous mutation of the Broadway cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 6,737) and exhibits distinctively colored blossoms of the generally flat capitulum form and the single capitulum type. More specifically, the new cultivar forms attractive yellow flowers having an anthocyanin dot at the flower center which can be readily distinguished from the soft pink flowers of the Broadway parent which include a similar dark dot at the flower center. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use in the production of a cut daisy spray under greenhouse conditions.

Abstract: A new fuel processor apparatus for diesel engines, particularly diesel engine powered vehicles, with the apparatus having no moving parts and no internal gaskets or connections to leak or deteriorate, and said apparatus being capable of removing water from the diesel fuel while promoting filterability and combustion efficiency of the fuel.The questions raised in reexamination request No. 90/001,643, filed Nov. 22, 1988, have been considered and the results thereof are reflected in this reissue patent which constitutes the reexamination certificate required by 35 U.S.C. 307 as provided in 37 CFR 1.570(3).

Abstract: A hybrid circuit structure includes an electrical circuit and a heating circuit therefor, both mounted on a single substrate. Valuable substrate space is saved by mounting the electrical circuit components on one surface of the substrate and the heating circuit elements on the opposite surface. A temperature control circuit is included, preferably mounted on the same surface as the electrical circuit components. Precision resistors for gain control and other functions may be provided on a separate substrate which may be mounted directly to the single substrate or to a separator therebetween. The precision resistors are in thermal contact with the temperature controlled heating circuit, thereby further increasing the stability of the circuit.

Abstract: Cemented carbide substrates having substantially A or B type porosity and a binder enriched layer near its surface are described. A refractory oxide, nitride, boride, and/or carbide coating is deposited on the binder enriched surface of the substrate. Binder enrichment is achieved by incorporating Group IVB or VB transition elements. These elements can be added as the metal, the metal hydride, nitride or carbonitride.

Abstract: Treatment of aqueous suspensions of vinyl chloride polymers containing vinyl chloride monomer so as to inhibit wet-foaming therein, by adding a glyceride of an optionally substituted saturated or unsaturated carboxylic acid containing 6 to 20 carbon atoms (e.g. glycerol monoricinoleate). Solid-foaming can also be inhibited by adding a wetting agent (such as partially hydrolysed polyvinyl acetate PVA) and a preferred formulation for effecting the treatment comprises an aqueous emulsion of the glyceride having PVA as the emulsion stabilizer.

Abstract: In a helmet shield system, a shield plate is comprised of a shield body covering a window opening in a front surface of a cap body, and an end plate pivotally mounted on the cap body, the shield body and the end plate being coupled to each other by eyelets. A click stop mechanism is provided between the end plate and a base plate fixed to the cap body, and a cover is secured to cover the end plate. In this case, the shield body is formed from any of a polycarbonate, an acrylic resin, and a polyvinyl chloride, and the end plate is formed from any of a polyacetal, nylon and ABS. This provides a good view through the shield plate with a high transparence and an increased durability of the click stop mechanism which retains the shield plate at a desired opening degree.

Abstract: This invention relates to a toilet bowl sealing device or assembly for use with floor closet flanges when capped upon the sewer drain pipe to which the toilet bowl is attached so that gas and water leakage is prevented. A plastic sealing ring is used that has both external and internal tapered sealing seats, the internal seat for a corresponding tapered seat in the depending sleeve portion of the closet flange and the internal tapered seat for receiving a corresponding external tapered seat on a centering funnel adapted to be rigidly adhered to the bottom surface of the toilet bowl about its discharge outlet and used in re-assembling the toilet bowl upon the floor closet flange after inspection or replacement of a sealing ring.

Abstract: A manual flush control for toilets having a normally closed flapper type float valve held shut by the head of water pressure in the flush tank, and characterized by a height limiting means for said valve to cause servo closing and preempting automatic operation.

Abstract: A tub and shower seat adapted for mounting on a wall surface in a tube or shower stall includes an upright seat back, a seat member pivotally connected to the seat back for up and down pivotal movement between an upright storage position and a substantially horizontal use position, and seat supports for limiting downward pivotal movement of the seat member to the use position thereof. Seat back mounting brackets provide for pivotal movement of the seat back about a generally horizontal pivot axis adjacent the upper portion thereof so that the seat back and seat member may be pivoted upwardly and outwardly relative to the brackets for cleaning and disinfecting the back surface of the seat back and the wall surface on which it is mounted.

Abstract: A water tap having a hot water intake hole and a cold water intake hole respectively connected to a water passage and controlled by a knob through two plungers, said water passage having a first water outlet at the top connected to a shower head and a second water outlet at the bottom attached with a water outlet pipe, a water flow direction control to alternatively guide flow of water to flow from said hot or cold water intake hole or from said hot and cold water intake holes through said first or second water outlet, and a shower switching control unit to stop flow of water from said shower head when said shower head is hung on a shower head holder or to let flow of water dishcarge through said shower head when said shower head is removed from said shower head holder.

Abstract: In an apparatus for shifting patients and having a mobile frame supported on rollers, a cantilevered platform arranged on the frame, and a transport band (44) which is movable by means of a drive mechanism in both directions and which proceeding from a first winding roll supported in the frame extends over the upper side of the platform, around the free longitudinal edge of the platform and along the bottom side of the platform to a second winding roll supported in the frame and onto which it is windable, both winding rolls (26, 28) are constantly coupled with the drive mechanism (68, 70, 72) with rotary play being provided between each winding roll (26, 28) and the drive mechanism (68, 70, 72). Each winding roll (26, 28) can be biased in its winding direction.

Abstract: Apparatus for lifting and transporting invalids, patients and the like which includes a base frame, a wheel assembly affixed to said base frame for transporting the latter over a support surface, vertically oriented guide posts affixed to said base frame, a carriage assembly slidably coupled to said guide posts, actuator means for moving said carriage along said guide posts in response to operator applied control signals, an arm member projecting out from said carriage having a patient support attachment coupled at a distal end thereof, and a motor for operating said actuator.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for increasing the useful surface area of a rear seat of an automobile. A first inflatable cell of approximately rectangular block shape fits between the front and rear seats of the automobile. The cell has an upwardly facing top surface for supporting a load at about the level of the seats, and a downwardly facing bottom surface for supporting the cell on a floor of the automobile, or the like. The bottom surface conforms to the shape of the floor and defines a concave portion for accepting a drive shaft hump extending upwardly from the floor. At least one second inflatable cell extends downwardly from the concave portion so that with the first cell and the at least one second cell inflated, the apparatus is caused to fit conformably to the floor and drive shaft hump.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress construction having use as a maternity mattress. The mattress is provided with a central, generally cylindrical cavity which extends through the thickness of the mattress. The lower end of the cavity is enclosed by a bottom panel, while a top panel is located within the cavity and the peripheral edge of the top panel is sealed to the upper surface of the mattress bordering the cavity. The central portion of the top panel is secured to the bottom panel. A gas, such as air, can be supplied to the chamber between the panels to thereby inflate the upper panel and adjust the depth of the cavity to accomodate the abdomen of a pregnant woman.

Abstract: A bottle and can picking apparatus includes a portable carrier frame, a rotatable member mounted on the carrier frame, a plurality of flexible loops attached to the rotatable member and extending radially therefrom for picking up the bottles, cans and other litter, a drive motor for driving the rotation of the rotatable member, and a waste receptacle for receiving and holding the litter picked up by the loops. As the carrier frame is moved over the ground and the rotatable member is rotated, the flexible loops come in sweeping contact with the ground, dislodging the litter and lifting it upwardly and rearwardly into the waste receptacle.

Abstract: A vehicle for the removal of sludge from the interior bottom of liquid storage tanks is disclosed. The vehicle includes a gathering header at the lead edge of the vehicle and a gathering arm extendable out over the header. The gathering arm reaches out and gathers sludge between the header and arm urging the sludge toward the header of the vehicle and the vehicle towards the sludge. The gathering header includes a floor mounted brass scraper and a cross feeding auger. The cross feeding auger in combination with the header body receives the material forced into the header by the gathering arm and directs it to a central portion of the header. Underlying the central portion of the header there is positioned a super charging auger series feeding a positive displacement pump.

Abstract: A motorized device for removing nail coatings such as fingernail polish or the like and usable by either a professional manicurist or by an individual caring for her own nails, the invention includes a container controllably rotatable in both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions, the container receiving a single-use cartridge filled with a flexible foam body saturated with a solvent capable of removing the coating. In the environment of a beauty salon, a client inserts each nail sequentially into a finger-receiving slit in the foam body of the cartridge and the cartridge-bearing container is rotated after each insertion to remove the coating, the cartridge then being discarded so that only one client uses a given cartridge. Sequential reversing of the cartridge-bearing container according to the invention speeds removal of the nail coating especially in cuticle areas from which nail coatings are difficult to remove according to prior methodology.