Abstract: A climber rose having a vigorous climbing habit; dark green, glossy, disease-resistant foliage; bright red flowers; repeat bloom; and the ability to bloom on new wood.

Abstract: A miniature rose plant having a compact, attractive growth habit; ease of propagation from softwood cutting; production of an abundance of near-white blooms in 4-inch pots in a greenhouse or outside in the garden, and the ability to be forced in a greenhouse to bloom in 5 to 7 weeks from softwood cuttings.

Abstract: A floribunda rose having heavily appendaged sepals; an abundance of small thorns on all branches; a vigorous, upright habit of growth; bright, dark green, glossy and healthy foliage; and bright red flowers borne in large clusters.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of clingstone peach tree which is characterized principally as to novelty by a date of harvesting and shipment approximately July 1 through July 5 under the ecological conditions prevailing in the Sacramento Valley of California.

Abstract: `V258` is a spring bearing variety of strawberry plant characterized by its ability to produce a strong plant, which remains in production consistently from April to October in the central coastal area of California if given adequate chilling before and after being winter planted.The variety is particularly distinguished by its large, light colored, multi-crowned plant, its large crown and main crop berries, with light colored surface and firm flesh and by its consistently high quality strawberry flavor.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria L.) called "Ofra" is disclosed. The variety is a cross between "Parker" and "111", which results in a variety that flowers several months earlier than most other known strawberry varieties.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria L.) called "Nama" is disclosed. The variety is a cross between "Chandler" and "232", which results in a variety that flowers several months earlier than most other known strawberry varieties.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria L.) called "Virginia" is disclosed. The variety is a cross between "Chandler" and "230" which results in a variety that flowers several months earlier than most other known strawberry varieties.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of aster plant named White Master, characterized by its large inflorescences, large number of ray and disc florets, wide and long leaves, and dense inflorescence arrangement.

Abstract: A new geranium cultivar particularly distinguished by its semi-double large magenta violet flowers. The plant itself has vigorous growth, growing to a height of 7-11 cm. as a 4 inch potted plant.

Abstract: A new geranium cultivar particularly distinguished by its large white semi-double flowers, and its dark green foliage with slight zonation. The plant itself is strong and vigorous, especially for a dark leafed variety, and grows to a height of 15-20 cm. as a 51/2 inch potted plant.

Abstract: A new geranium cultivar particularly distinguished by the semi-double red flowers. The plant itself is strong and basal branching, growing to a height of 16-20 cm. as a 6 inch potted plant.

Abstract: A reloader for reloading cartridges. A reciprocating plunger carries a turret that rotates around the axis of the plunger. The turret carries a plurality of cartridges for reloading, the cartridges being symmetrically spaced around the turret axis and adapted to be indexed around the axis in a step-by-step sequence. An overhead die holder contains a plurality of dies spaced in a symmetrical pattern similar to that of the cartridges but in fixed positions. A center opening the die holder houses a rotatable bushing. The rotation of the bushing is controlled in part by a one-way clutch. An indexing shaft affixed to the turret extends from the turret axis through the bushing. The shaft has a multi-sided cross section and is slidably fitted to the bushing in a manner that prevents relative rotation. The configured cross section has an axial twist and when forced through the bushing by the reciprocating plunger, causes turning of one or the other of the shaft and turret or the bushing.

Abstract: Contaminated surface layers are decontaminated by treatment with an aqueous fluorine base-containing decontamination solution. The aqueous decontamination solution contains 0.05 to 50 Mol of decontamination agent per liter, and the decontamination agent preferably comprises at least one substance from the group.Iadd.: .Iaddend..[.colon.]. hexafluorosilicate acid, fluoroboric acid, and the salts of both of these. The decontamination solution produces the required high decontamination factors on metallic substances and brickworks as well. The used decontamination solution can, after regeneration, be recycled into the decontamination process.Release of decontaminated material by dissolution of the surface layer of the decontaminated objects provides decontamination of objects having complicated and hard-to-measure geometries.The decontamination agent (HBF.sub.4 -acid) is advantageously produced from contaminated boric acid from pressurized water reactor wastes by reaction with fluoride or hydrofluoric acid.

Abstract: A bowling ball wherein the weights of the inner core and the encapsulating mass are varied through the use of materials of preselected densities, for the purpose of manufacturing balls having a low moment of inertia. The instant invention accomplishes this by featuring an inner core having a minimum specific gravity of 0.1063 per pound of ball weight, and a construction wherein the volume ratio of the inner core to that of the encapsulating mass, in conjunction with the specific gravity ratio of the inner core to that of the encapsulating mass, yields a .[.maximum.]. .Iadd.low .Iaddend.moment of inertia .[.(about the ball's vertical axis) of 0.318 in-ozs-sec.sup.2 per pound of ball weight.].. As the moment of inertia of a fixed weight ball is decreased, the translational kinetic energy increases and the rotational kinetic energy decreases.

Abstract: An aligning system includes an object to be acted upon at predetermined locations, such as a circuit board to receive solder paste. There is a device, such as a stencil, characterized by the pattern for acting upon the object. A video probe is arranged to look at both the device and the object for providing image signals representative of both. A comparator compares the image signals to provide an error signal representative of misalignment between the device and object. A positioner responsive to the error signal relatively positions the device and object to reduce the error. An operator causes the device to operate upon the object at the predetermined locations.

Abstract: A belt tensioning device having an improved damping mechanism for damping movements of the pivoted structure rotatably carrying the pulley with respect to the fixed structure. The damping mechanism includes a strap and a ring mounted on their respective fixed and pivoted structures and with respect to one another such that the strap engages the ring with a gripping action sufficient to provide (1) a relatively high resistance to frictional sliding movement between the strap and ring in one direction correspond to the direction of untensioning of the belt with the pulley and (2) a relatively low resistance to frictional sliding movement between the strap and ring in an opposite direction corresponding to the direction of belt tensioning.

Abstract: Anti-anal leakage agents are used in combination with vitamin-fortified liquid fatty acid polyester compositions to provide pharmaceutical and food compositions for treating and/or preventing hypercholesterolemia while avoiding undesired anal leakage of the polyesters.

Abstract: An injectable composition of nicardipine hydrochloride comprising an aqueous nicardipine hydrochloride solution containing 2-7 w/v % of polyhydric alcohol. This injectable composition can maintain its desired concentration and can be stably stored for a long period of time.

Abstract: Diesters of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are hydrogen or alkyl of from 1 to about 20 carbon atoms, and X and Y are alkyl, alkenyl or .[.dienyl.]. .Iadd.alkadienyl .Iaddend.of from about 12 to about 18 carbon atoms, useful as low calorie synthetic oils suitable for consumption by mammals.

Abstract: The invention concerns a welder's shield, in particular for arc welding, provided with a tilting fixing strap fixed to the head and an eye-protecting insert arranged at the eye-level of the welder. The shield according to the invention can be characterized in that on the fore-part of the welder's shield (1) there is an adjustable moving element actuated by the jaw of the welder; by the aid of the movable element (8) and the moving mechanism connected to the moving element (8) the vitreous part of the spectacles, namely the mirror-glass (6), can be displaced from its basic position, and beneath the mirror-glass (6) there is a flatglass (5) arranged being parallel with the plane of the mirror-glass (6) in the basic position.

Abstract: A plurality of spaced mounting blocks pivotally support an arcuate shield therebetween projecting above the mounting blocks defining a concave surface in confronting relationship relative to a support web directed between the boxes. A first of said mounting box is arranged to include a radio, with a second arranged to provide for a timer mechanism to permit timing of a sun bathing event, with the shield affording protection of a facial surface of an individual relative to sun rays. A modification of the invention includes a spray medium directed onto an individual's face to enhance cooling during a sun bathing event.

Abstract: A wrist pad for protecting the wrist of a snowboard rider from adverse rotation and consequent serious injury. The wrist pad comprises an elastic body portion of nominal thickness generally defined by an inner and outer surface which is bounded by a plurality of elongated side edges, said body portion having integral means for lending structural rigidity to the entire pad assembly, said structural rigidity means comprising an elongated semi-rigid support member having a profile approximating the wrist-hand junction of a wearer, and a plurality of opposing flaps and straps having alternate faces of hook and loop material respectively, thereby forming a releasably securable structure around said wearer's wrist.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, a liner for a hat, cap or similar head covering comprises a layer of moisture absorbent material which is backed by a layer of moisture impervious material. Further, adhesive means are provided for releasably securing the liner to the sweatband of the hat, cap or similar headgear. The bottom and side edges of the moisture absorbing layer are sealed to prevent the migration of moisture, oil, grease and other contaminants through these edges of the liner. The upper edge of the liner is left unsealed so that a wicking action encourages the transport of moisture from the body of the moisture absorbing layer to the top edge where it may be evaporated.

Abstract: A new and improved clothing anchor apparatus, especially useful for anchoring the front and back tails of shirts, includes a first clothing connector, a second clothing connector, and an elastic strap connected therebetween. The elastic strap has a first end, an interior portion, and a second end. A strap length adjuster is located on the interior portion of the strap for adjusting the effective length of the strap. The effective length of the strap is adjusted by adjustingly doubling a portion of the strap. A soft, flexible jacket encompasses a portion of the elastic strap and the strap length adjuster. The jacket may also include a pocket for receiving and secretly storing soft, flexible items such as paper money. In use, preferably, two clothing anchor apparatuses of the invention are used. One clothing connector of each apparatus is attached to the front shirt tail, and the other clothing connector of each apparatus is attached to the back shirt tail by first passing under the crotch area.

Abstract: Effective support of the head and neck during high impact accidents or rapid or sudden acceleration or deceleration of riders of motorcycles, skimobiles, jet skis and power boats, is provided by a cervical protection system having a gas-filled bag (110) rapidly deployable from a collar (105) disposed around the base of a helmet (101). When deployed, the bag (110) extends to the mid-sternal area anteriorly, to approximately the fourth or fifth thoracic vertebrae posteriorly, and laterally on the shoulders to a point approximately mid-way between the sternomastoid muscle group and the lateral tip of the scapula, and holds the wearer's head in slight extension to mitigate physical harm. Also, a deployable cervical collar which is removably mounted to a helmet. The collar deployable before or after impact.

Abstract: An improved pair of swim goggles, especially designed for competitive swimming, is comprised of two substantially ovoid, convex lenses secured to a soft neoprene base. The goggles are simply and easily tightened about the head by a one pull toggle mechanism that provides an equal, balanced fit of the eye pieces against the face. The goggles provide less hydrodynamic resistance in the water during swimming and not only reduces fatigue by cutting down on eye strain but allows the swimmer both superior frontal and peripheral vision.

Abstract: A urinal mat provided with upstanding baffles to decelerate a stream of urine impinging thereon. The base of the mat is contoured and flexible to conform generally to the geometry within the urinal. Openings through the base are provided to permit liquids to drain through. Optionally provided are upstanding posts to receive a cake of deodorant thereon. An alternative embodiment provides a depression in the base into which deodorant may be deposited during manufacture. A flexible flange depends from an edge of the mat to engage the urinal sidewall in order to direct flush water over the mat.

Abstract: A sensor for a flushing device having an electric solenoid operated flush valve. The sensor includes a control box, a first radiation emitting source mounted in the control box, a radiation detector adapted to detect reflected radiation from the first radiation emitting source mounted in the control box, a lens cover attached to the control box and adapted to permit radiation to pass therethrough and a control circuit contained within the control box responsive to the sensing unit and connected to the solenoid for initiating operation of the flush valve. The control circuit includes a magnetically activated device for bypassing the sensing unit to initiate operation of the flush valve and deactivate the flush valve for a fixed period of time. Also disclosed is a method of operating the sensor.

Abstract: A flushing device for toilets has a supporting assembly and a driving mechanism. The supporting assembly supports the driving mechanism in a tank of a toilet by use of adjustable beams which span the tank and a bridge plate which connects to the beams. The driving mechanism has an infrared sensor placed on a wall behind the tank, a motor contained in a waterproof housing and a disk connected to the motor by a shaft. The disk engages with a conventional flushing assembly sited in the tank. The sensor actuates the motor to rotate when the sensor detects the presence and exit of a user, thereby flushing the toilet.

Abstract: A portable one-piece bath aid device is disclosed for use in conjunction with a bath tub wherein the bath aid device assists one in the bathing of another. The bath aid device has a kneeling section and an elbow rest section to provide comfort to the user and has a storage area which may contain various bathing articles such as shampoos, soaps and cloths commonly used in bathing to provide convenience to the user.

Abstract: A sportsman sink having foldable legs is arranged to include a pump member to receive water from available water supplies and direct such water through a faucet to an underlying sink. The table is arranged for interfolding of the legs and a wing plate for ease of positioning the table relative to an underlying support surface.

Abstract: A system for recycling water used in a bathtub/shower is disclosed. The system alternatively directs water drained from the shower or bathtub to either a recycled water storage tank or a sewer line. The water in the recyclable water tank is subsequently pumped to a sprinkler system or an outdoor faucet. The water is directed to either the sewer line or the storage tank through the use of a valve with a first inlet for accepting water from the drain of the bathtub, a second inlet for accepting water from the overflow drain of the bathtub, a first outlet leading to the sewer line, and a second outlet leading to the recycled water storage tank. The valve is operative for blocking either the first inlet, the first outlet or the said second outlet only, and all other parts remain open. The position of a rotatable element of the valve is controlled by a lever mounted on the bathtub overflow plate.

Abstract: A pillow adapted to support the head of a user includes a core having an axis extending through a central section and opposing end sections. The central section has a thickness adapted to support the head of a user and a length generally equivalent to the width of the user's head. The end sections are bent from the central section and are generally coextensive in a common direction to provide the core with a U-shaped configuration. Portions of the core define a slit extending into the core and a spring is disposed in the slit to extend through the central section and into each of the end sections. The spring has properties for biasing the end sections toward each other to provide a snug fit relationship with the ears of the user and thereby attenuate environmental sound. Speakers can also be placed in the slit to accommodate transmission of audio sound to the ears of the user. The pillow can be provided with a pillow case surrounding the core and a tote bag permanently attached to the pillow case.

Abstract: This invention relates to a bed having a base, a mattress, and a system for moving the mattress up and down for helping a person make the bed, and can be preferably adapted in a guest room of hotels or the like. The present invention provides a bed comprising a base, a mattress provided on a top face of the base, a pair of inflatable means provided between the mattress and the base, and an air-supplying tube connected with said inflatable means, wherein one of the inflatable means is laid on one side of the top surface of the base, while the other is laid on the other side of the top surface of the base, and each inflatable means is independently connected to an air-supplying means through the air-supplying tube.

Abstract: A combination drilling and wrenching tool which has three basic components, an inner housing for holding a drill bit, an intermediate housing for holding the inner housing, and an outer housing for holding the intermediate housing. The intermediate housing has an inner shank for insertion into the chuck of a power tool and a forward shank which has a bore for receiving the inner housing. The outer housing has a forwardly facing drive socket for wrenching and a rearwardly facing socket for receiving the forward shank of the intermediate housing in a rotary driving relationship. The outer housing has a bore which extends forwardly from the rearward socket for receiving the front end of a drill bit which is mounted in the inner housing. More specifically, a plurality of inner housings are utilized. Each inner housing has the same external cross-sectional dimension, but the inner housings have different horizontal bore sizes for accommodating drill bits of different sizes.

Abstract: A seal for a vertically storing dock leveler employs a foam pad connected to the underside of the deck. As the leveler is lowered, the pad contacts the shelf on to which the leveler is mounted and deflects inward and compresses to seal the space between the underside of the leveler and the shelf. The pad is a tapered foam with a fabric covering.

Abstract: A water operated rotatable scrubbing brush device which generates considerable scrubbing torque, without the use of gearing or diverting the majority of the water driving the device away from the brush and out of the device. The device has a two-way water flow valve that permits the operator to select between a rotatable scrubbing brush mode, wherein liquid cleaning solution will also be dispensed to the scrubbing brush, and a rinse mode, wherein clean rinse water, without cleaning solution, will be dispensed without driving the scrubbing brush, to rinse off the item being scrubbed.

Abstract: A device for effecting general household cleaning comprises a main body member having a first longitudinal axis, with a portion of said main body member having a generally hollow handle portion defining a storage area. A head member is affixed to a first end of the main body member, and it has a second longitudinal axis. There is a brush at a second end of the main body portion, having an elongated spine and a plurality of bristles securely retained by the spine. The brush is connected in movable relation to the main body member, and is movable between an extended position and a retracted position. A sponge is securely retained on the head portion; and a resilient blade is also securely retained on the head portion and is adapted for wiping liquid from a surface. There is also a retaining member adapted for releasable attachment to the head member and further adapted to securely retain the sponge and the blade on the head member.

Abstract: In a holding device comprising a handle and a holding section for exchangeably arresting a dental cleaning brush with a wire stem, the holding section having a bore extending about perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the holder and approximately corresponding to the diameter of the wire stem of the brush and into which the stem of the brush can be inserted, a longitudinally displaceable locking member being provided to arrest the stem safeguarded against rotation by a longitudinal slot after its being bent by 90.degree.

Abstract: A device for removing liquid from the surface of a moving strip (B), more particularly a rolled strip on a roll stand, by means of a gas, more particularly air, blown on to the moving strip (B), is characterized according to the invention in that disposed transversely of the direction (L) in which the strip runs is a slot nozzle (3) which is directed at the strip surface at an angle (.beta.) of 45.degree. to 90.degree. of its jet oppositely to the direction (L) in which the strip runs, the ratio between the distance (h) of the slot nozzle (3) from the moving strip (B) and the width (s) of the slot is in the range h/s=2 to h/s=10, so that the velocity of emergence of the gas jet blown by the slot nozzle (3) on to the strip (B) is in the range of 0.3<Mach<2, and a suctional removal gap (4) is disposed above the strip (B) at a distance of 5 to 25 nozzle distances (h) in the direction (L) in which the strip (B) runs upstream of the line of impingement of the gas jet emerging from the slot nozzle (3).

Abstract: A caddy is placed on a tank where the tank has receptacles beneath it for removably receiving casters. The caddy has support elements which are spaced apart at the spacing of the receptacles around the tank and the caddy being adapted to be placed on the tank with the support elements thereof removably fastened at the receptacles beneath the tank. A plurality of the receptacles around the tank enable the caddy to be placed at various positions around the tank. The invention is particularly useful with the tank of an electric vacuum cleaner.