Abstract: An apparatus and method for dispersing a sample in a process stream is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a conduit which receives a sample at a first end and passes the sample to a pyrolysis furnace through a second end. A port is provided to admit a carrier gas. A dispersing device, preferably consisting of quartz wool, distributes the sample throughout the conduit, so that the sample may be heated by the pyrolysis furnace without coking. The method comprises the steps of receiving a sample in a conduit, dispersing the sample within a fluid carrier such that the sample is uniformly mixed throughout the fluid carrier.

Abstract: Apparatus for drawing off and dispensing a predetermined quantity of liquid is of the type which includes a tube designed to contain said predetermined quantity of liquid. The tube has an open end via which the liquid is both drawn in and dispensed. The tube (10) is closed at an end (15) opposite from the open end (16). The inside volume of the tube (10) corresponds to the predetermined quantity. The tube (10) is rotated about an axis (11) by drive means. The tube axis (11) is spaced from over the complete length of the tube, from the closed end (15) to the open end (16). When the drive means rotate the tube in one direction, it is fully filled with the liquid (21) with the tube open end (16) immersed. When the drive means rotate the tube (10) in the opposite direction, it is fully emptied of the liquid (21) that it contains.

Abstract: A multiport equalization probe or needle includes an elongate body with a first and second end. The probe includes two or more lumens and an inlet and outlet for each lumen. It is closed at the first end which has a sharpened, conical configuration. Conduits provide separate connections between the lumens and a pump assembly which removes material through the lumens.

Abstract: A nutational motion damper includes a damping body positioned and constrained by springs to slide on a guide plate having a surface oriented substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation of a gyroscopic body by opposed spring members. The guide plate is attached to a relatively non-rotating body coupled to the rotating gyroscopic body to follow nutational motion. The springs define a rest position for the damping mass on the axis of rotation and also urge the damping body against the guide plate.

Abstract: An iris drive mechanism has two slidable diaphragms which are operatively connected with a motor through a lever arrangement which, for a given motor output shaft rotational speed moves the diaphragms slowly at their extreme positions wherein the aperture is small and large respectively, and more quickly at an intermediate stage. The slower movement when the aperture is small improves the F number resolution.

Abstract: The device prevents any relative translation movement in a first plane between two members moving one with regard to the other in a second plane substantially perpendicular to the first plane. Two linkages P.sub.1 P.sub.4 and P.sub.2 P.sub.3 are flexibly connected at their middle parts by members F1,F6 and a reinforced part 7. The two linkages have one of their ends connected to the first member by a fixed pivot point P.sub.1 and a movable pivot point P.sub.3, the other end of the two linkages being connected to the second member by a fixed pivot point P.sub.2 and a movable pivot point P.sub.4, the fixed pivot points and the movable pivot points being comprised of flexible portions, F.sub.1 to F.sub.4,8 and 9 of the linkages.

Abstract: For the purpose of providing a bicycle speed change operation assembly capable of ensuring stable handlebar operation and immediate braking operation as well as remarkably improved riding safety during the speed change operation, the following technical means are provided: A bicycle speed change operation assembly according to the present invention comprises a cylindrical operation member (11) rotatably supported around a grip end portion of a handlebar (3), a speed change operation mechanism (12) provided in proximity of that grip end portion of the handlebar (3) and capable of winding and unwinding a speed control cable, and a transmission mechanism (13) provided between the cylindrical operation member (11) and the speed change operation mechanism (12) for driving this speed change operation mechanism (12) in response to the rotation of the cylindrical operation member (11), wherein the speed change operation mechanism (12) functions to wind or unwind the control cable in response to rotational reciprocati

Abstract: The precision longitudinal movement transmission cable, includes a tubular casing (T) and a cylindrical central core (N) contained in the tubular casing (T) and having a plurality of radial projections (5) extending longitudinally over the entire core length and being provided with a central metal cable (4) for axial reinforcement. The longitudinally extending radial projections define a plurality of longitudinally extending equidistant channel-like grooves (6) and the cylindrical central core (N) fits in the tubular casing (T) so that it can slide and rotate.

Abstract: A vehicle brake mechanism having a foot pedal and hand lever brake controls engagable by the operator and coupled with a generally transversely extending shaft pivotable in response to the operator engaging the brake controls, left and right linkages coupled between respective vehicle brakes and the transverse shaft, and shiftable generally with the transverse shaft for applying respective vehicle brakes. Left and right equalizer mechanisms are coupled between the transverse shaft and respective linkages for generally equalizing and balancing the forces applied to each vehicle brake. The linkages include a rod.

Abstract: A stopper device for a linear guide device, the linear guide device comprising a guide rail having axial rolling member-rolling grooves at opposite side surfaces thereof, and a slider loosely fitted on the guide rail so as to move along the guide rail, the slider having rolling member-rolling grooves disposed in opposed relation to the rolling member-rolling grooves of the guide rail, respectively, the slider and the guide rail being movable relative to each other through the rolling of a number rolling members held between the opposed rolling member-rolling grooves.

Abstract: A longitudinal bar is mountable on a drop-style bicycle handlebar to provide additional comfortable hand positions conducive to the improvement of the cyclist's aerodyanamic profile. The bar is attached to the drop-style handlebar either in, or above, the substantially horizontal plane defined by the rearwardly extending handgrip section of the drop-style handlebar. The ends of the bar are provided with longitudinally slidable clamps for adjusting the length of the bar in attaching it to the drops or to the handgrips of the drop-style handlebar.

Abstract: A quick release bicycle pedal. The quick release mechanism operates by pressing button 24 which moves locking shaft 20 to allow balls 18 to fit into recesses 22. Thereby, allowing pedal 10 and shaft 12 to be quickly and easily removed from adaptor 16 which is threaded into bike pedal crank shaft 14.

Abstract: An engine speed control system causes an engine, equipped with an automatic transmission which shifts up according to predetermined shift schedules, to reduce its output at a predetermined engine speed so as to protect the engine by preventing the engine from being subjected to "over-revolution." The predetermined engine speed is changed according to engine operating conditions such as a decrease in engine temperature. Simultaneously, a shift-up vehicle speed, at which the automatic transmission shifts itself up, is decreased according to engine operating conditions and, more particularly, engine temperatures and throttle openings. As a result, an up-shift of the automatic transmission properly takes place, even when the vehicle travels at lower speeds.

Abstract: An automatic transmission has, between input and output shafts, a plurality of power transmitting paths composed of combinations of planetary gear trains, and a plurality of engaging units for selecting one of the power transmitting paths for establishing a desired gear position. An upshift is effected from a present gear position to a target gear position which is higher than the present gear position through disengagement of two engaging units and engagement of two other engaging units. A controlling intermediate gear position is selected which is higher than the target gear position and which can be shifted to from the present gear position and the target gear position only through disengagement of one of the engaging units and engagement of another of the engaging units. When an upshift command is issued, the transmission starts shifting from the present gear position to the controlling intermediate gear position.

Abstract: A hydraulic control system for an automatic transmission of an automotive vehicle with an exhaust braking unit is provided. This hydraulic control system serves to elevate hydraulic pressure utilized for actuating frictional elements of the automatic transmission during exhaust braking operation toward a preselected level when the pay load of the vehicle is greater than a preselected threshold value for securing tight engagement of the frictional elements without any slippage.

Abstract: A motor vehicle transmission control lever (2) is provided that carries switch means for controlling a system for braking the vehicle's engine or in combination: (i) switch means for controlling a cruise control system and (ii) switch means for controlling a system for braking the vehicle's engine. The switch means for controlling the cruise control system and the engine braking system are preferably mounted on a housing (10) secured to a handle or knob (6) that is secured to transmission control lever (2) for convenient operation by the operator.

Abstract: An automatic transmission having a hydraulic torque converter and a multiple-ratio gear system in an automotive vehicle driveline wherein the converter includes a pressure-actuated bypass clutch and a control valve system for maintaining a regulated charge pressure in the torque converter and for controlling the actuation and release of the bypass clutch, the valve system including a main regulator that establishes a circuit pressure and that establishes priority distribution of pressurized fluid to the torque converter while temporarily interrupting distribution of pressurized fluid to the transmission lubrication circuit.

Abstract: An improved stud removal tool comprises a cylindrical socket having an open end communicating with a coaxial cavity and a shank extending coaxially adjacent the socket opposite the open end, the shank terminating opposite the socket in an anvil end adapted to cooperate with a driver such as an impact wrench for turning the socket. A plurality of axially extending cams extend on the interior wall of the socket vary the radius of the cavity at evenly distributed positions. The cams radially engage an equal number of gripping jaws contained within a removable cartridge which is free to shift relative to the socket within the cavity. The cams thereby inwardly bias the jaws for gripping a stud inserted into the cavity between the jaws. The cartridge comprises a cylindrical unit made up of the jaws separated by resilient blocks bonded to the edges of the jaws and serving to space the jaws to keep them mated with the cams. The spacer blocks also radially bias the jaws outward against the cams.

Abstract: A vise assembly which is able, with one single operation, to adapt to a nut and to lock into position with respect to the nut positioned between a pair compressing jaws. The locking function is readily releasible with a releasing device. Thus, with one direction of rotation of the vise assembly the vise assembly is adapted to conform and lockingly engage the nut and with an opposite direction of rotation, the vise assembly jaws automatically release upon activation of the releasing device.

Abstract: A device for cutting the inner circumferential surface of a thick-walled small diameter pipe comprising a setting means for inserting a core bar having a cutting blade on one end thereof into a pipe to be processed, a rotating means for rotating said pipe to be processed set by the setting means about the axis thereof relative to said core bar, a feed means for cutting the inner surface of said pipe to be processed with said cutting blade while pulling the core bar which is securedly held at the other end thereof relative to said pipe to be processed, and a control means for controlling each of said means, providing a smooth high quality inner surface having excellent proof pressure against internal pressure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for shaping a solid antiperspirant stick composition. The antiperspirant composition is produced in a generally cylindrical form having an oval or elliptical cross-section and the method and apparatus disclosed herein form the exposed end of the stick into a domed shape. A shaping mechanism comprises three shaped and heated cutting edges, each of which is arcuately oscillated with respect to the end of the stick within the plane of the major axis of the oval or ellipse. One pre-cut cutting edge is oscillated in one direction and makes a cut partially into one side of the exposed end of the stick. Rough cut and finish cut cutting edges are then arcuately passed through the end of the stick in the opposite direction.

Abstract: A machine for processing a workpiece is disclosed. Preferably, the machine includes a circular saw blade that may be positionable about multiple axes with respect to the workpiece. The machine is particularly suited for processing an elongated workpiece. The machine includes two gripping mechanisms and three vises that cooperate with one another to move an elongated workpiece into position, hold the workpiece while it is being processed, and remove the workpiece from the machine. The machine also includes a computer system that controls the orientation of the saw blade and the movements of the vises and gripping mechanisms.

Abstract: The machine cuts a roll or log (L) of web material into a plurality of small rolls (R). It includes a unit (17) rotating about an axis (A--A) parallel to the axis of the log (L) to be cut. The unit carries a cutting blade (19) rotating about an axis (B--B) parallel to the axis (A--A) of the unit (17). A driving device (61, 63) moves the cutting tool (19) into a reciprocating forward and backward motion parallel to the axis of the log (L) to be cut. At least at the time when the blade cuts the log, the blade moves parallel to the moving log at a translation speed substantially equal to the feeding speed of the log (L), so as to allow the cutting of small rolls (R) without stopping the log (L).

Abstract: In an arrangement of an insert holder and a cutting insert, the insert (3) is received in a recess (2) in the insert holder and secured therein by clamping action between portions of the insert holder which define the recess. The recess for the insert (3) is defined in one direction by a substantially unyieldable portion formed with a straight guiding portion (4,5) coacting with a straight edge of the insert, and in the other direction by a nose-shaped resilient portion (8) formed with a shallow projection extending towards the straight guiding portion and having a defined top (12) of small extent in the direction of the recess. The cutting insert (3) comprises a shank (14) whose one side is formed with a guide ridge (15) adapted to seat on the guiding portion (4,5) of the recess (2) and whose opposite side comprises an inclined or bevelled portion (16) adjacent the free end of the shank (14).

Abstract: A musical wind chime especially to one which generates music according to the appearance of the wind chime includes a wind chime body and a sound control circuit. A power source is used to supply the required electrical power to the sound control circuit. A wind control switch connected between the power source and the sound control circuit for responding to any wind to intermittently connect the power source to the sound control circuit and generating music therefrom. The wind control switch includes a circular conductor formed inside the wind chime body, a conductive rod hung therein but not contact with the circular conductor, and a conductive ball attached to the conductive rod such that when some wind occurs it causes the conductive ball to swing and contact with the circular conductor. A wind plate is suspended under the conductive ball for receiving wind force thereby driving the conductive ball to contact with the circular conductor.

Abstract: An external support system that connects an electric guitar module (90), such as a travel guitar, to a standard electric guitar (80) or bass by detachably anchoring a linear holding device (20) to the standard instrument's body. The holding device (20) causes no alterations of the standard instrument, attaching to a posterior strap-fastening anchor (84) and an anterior horn-shaped curvature (86) to provide a slideable locking means (54) which fastens the external module (90).

Abstract: A music score display device has a storage device for storing music score data, a display device for displaying the music score data for each specified section, and a comparator for comparing the musical playing data supplied from a player with the music score data. The music score display device further has a retrieval device for retrieving a playing position according to the compared result of the comparator, and a display controller for controlling display section of the display device based on the retrieval result of the retrieval device.

Abstract: A seal for a large annular opening between a launch tube and a missile comprising a suspended hoop composed of a pair of cylindrical rings spaced apart by axially disposed chevron-shaped struts, the inner cylindrical ring having a frustoconically shaped lip extending from its lower margin and a foot cylindrical ring is disposed below the suspended hoop with a frustoconically or half-toroid shaped membrane having a fibrous cloth embedded therein extending between and into the inner cylindrical ring and the lip portion to provide a stabilizing seal.

Abstract: A Gatling-type gun mechanism has a stationary housing having a camming channel and at least one loading/unloading port. A rotor is mounted inside the housing and can be rotated about a longitudinal axis; the rotor carries a plurality of gun barrels, each fixed to the rotor with a respective barrel axis substantially parallel to the rotor longitudinal axis; a like number of stud assemblies, each having a respective axis aligned with the axis of an associated gun barrel; and a like number of cartridge chambers, each interacting with the housing camming channel, during each rotation of said rotor, for reciprocal motion between a rearward location substantially coaxial about the associated stud assembly and a forward location substantially in abutment with the associated gun barrel and enclosing a volume into which a round of ammunition can be placed and removed by radial movement through the loading/unloading port.

Abstract: A firearm with muzzle noise reducer is disclosed with one or more barrels in which the bullets reach their final velocity in front of the barrel and a muzzle noise reducer constructed such that it can divert propellant gas upon reaching the final bullet velocity. This construction for diverting the propellant generally is in form of openings located length-wise in a barrel. The openings may have different forms and arrangements, e.g. an electronic and/or inertia-activated time-control element that controls the divergence of propellent gas. A method of reducing the muzzle noise is also disclosed.

Abstract: A periscope at the hatchway of a combat vehicle. The hatchway is closed by a hatch that comprises two components. One component is above the other at least when the hatchway is closed. The upper component is positioned over the upper edge of the hatchway and moves parallel to the plane that the hatch slides back and forth in. The lower component moves perpendicular to that plane. The periscope comprises two sections. The lower section is fastened to the vehicle and extends into its interior. The upper section extends through and slides back and forth along with the upper hatch component. The upper and lower periscope sections remain in optical alignment and contact as long as the upper hatch component is in its hatchway-closing position. A dirt-removal brush is secured to at least an area of the lower surface of the upper hatch component that, as long as that hatch component keeps the hatchway closed, is directly upstream of the periscope in the direction the component slides in when it opens the hatchway.

Abstract: The piston rods (10, 12, 14) of three linear hydraulic motors (M1, M2, M3) are stationary and include fluid pressure passageways (40, 52, 42, 54, 44, 56) which direct fluid pressure into and out from working chambers (16, 34, 18, 36, 20, 38) on opposite sides of piston heads (22, 24, 26). Movable cylinder barrels (16, 18, 20) are connected to a load, e.g. floor members (FM1, FM2, FM3) of a reciprocating floor conveyor (FIG. 18 ). The outer ends of the piston rods (10, 12, 14) include balls and the balls include ports (46, 58, 48, 60, 50, 62) through which fluid pressure is delivered or removed. Associated with each port is a limit valve LV1, LV2, LV3, LV4, LV5, LV6. Limit valves (LV1, LV2, LV3) are pushed into an open position by a retraction of the motors (M1, M2, M3). Limit valves (LV4, LV5, LV6) are pulled into an open position by extension of motors (M1, M2, M3). The limit valves (LV1, LV2, LV3, LV4, LV5, LV6) include springs biasing them into closed positions.

Abstract: A monoport airgun for seismic exploration has a single discharge port extending continuously for 360.degree. around its longitudinal axis. This airgun has a first housing providing a firing chamber containing pressurized gaseous fluid (gas) and a second housing providing an operating chamber. The first and second housings are positioned in alignment along the longitudinal axis. They are spaced apart along this axis for defining the discharge port between them extending continuously around the axis. The two housings of the monoport airgun are interconnected solely by a guide member concentric with the axis. A shuttle encircling the guide member is movable therealong between closed and open positions. In closed position, the shuttle closes the firing chamber for retaining pressurized gas therein. In open position, the shuttle opens the firing chamber to the discharge port for allowing pressurized gas to blast from the firing chamber through the discharge port.

Abstract: An air-operated combination diaphragm spring brake has a tamper-resistant connection between a head (46) and a spring side of a flange case (18) which together form a spring chamber (16) housing a power spring (66). The head (46) has an annular rim (70), and the flange case has an annular flange (78) with a diaphragm (48) sandwiched therebetween. A plurality of tabs (102) on one flange rotate into L-shaped channels (94) to lock the head to the flange case with a bayonet style engagement. An alternative embodiment employs threads (112, 114) on the head and adapter flanges to seal the spring chamber. A further embodiment seals the head to a cast flange case using a threaded hoop 116 fitted over the flange case to engage the threads on the head flange.

Abstract: An arrangement (1) is provided for the frying or warming of articles of food (24) which mainly comprise loose parts with respect to each other. The arrangement (1) comprises a recipient (3) wherein the articles of food (24) may be introduced. This recipient (3) comprises a bottom (4) which may be subjected to a rotation around a central, oblique axis (6). The bottom (4) comprises separate segments (41-46) which are separated from each other, at least a part of the bottom (4) of each segment (41-46) being jointable to empty the fried of warmed articles of food. The arrangement (1) may receive, fry or warm, and deliver separate portions of articles of food (24).

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus for heat processing of food. The invention includes a frame which supports the subcomponents of the apparatus. The apparatus' subcomponents include a rack having a plurality of hook-like projections for holding the food. A rack displacement assembly reciprocally moves the rack between a food loading position and a heat processing position. The rack displacement assembly includes both a lever and a cable and pulley-actuated linkage. The rack is moved into a heating cavity when that rack is in its heat processing position. Heating means are provided on at least one side of the heating cavity.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dehydrating waste food material. The food material is initially ground to a relatively small particle size and transferred to a porous container or basket in a cooking vessel. The vessel contains a quantity of oil, preferably waste cooking oil, and the oil is maintained at a level beneath the basket. The oil is heated and the heated oil is circulated from the lower end of the vessel and returned to the upper end of the vessel where it flows downwardly through the food material to vaporize the moisture and kill the bacteria in the food material. The circulation of the hot oil is continued for a period sufficient to fully dehydrate the food material and produce a dried product that can be used as an animal feed adjunct.

Abstract: To provide for both top and bottom heating of baked goods in a portable table-top baking oven, a bottom part (2, 2') is closed off by a removable cover (3, 3') which is essentially dome-shaped, and made of unglazed heat-resistant stoneware. The space beneath this cover defines a baking space. The cover is formed with introduction openings 4, 4', preferably three or four, uniformly positioned about the lower circumference and open at the bottom. The cover is seated on the bottom part which, in one embodiment, retains fuel-supplied heaters, for example three, positioned circumferentially around the outer circumference of the bottom part, heat being distributed through an apertured heat distribution plate 7 beneath a carrier plate (10) for the goods to be baked, and around the outside through a gap (16) between the carrier plate and the dome-shaped cover and into the baking space of the dome-shaped cover; in another embodiment (FIGS.

Abstract: An apparatus for and method of preparing discarded food and beverage packagings for recycling. A moisture absorbent powder is added to the packagings prior to shipment to a recycling facility. The present invention may further include an apparatus for breaking open paperboard packages and then treating the open packages with a chemical additive such as baking soda to reduce microbial activity caused by leftover contents within the discarded packages. The packages may then be compressed and sent to a recycling facility.

Abstract: A waste compactor apparatus having a front, a back and sides, includes a compactor adapted to receive waste materials through an opening in the front and to compress the waste materials into a waste container positioned therebelow; a waste container defining an upwardly facing opening; a support frame supporting the compactor above a channel defined by the support frame, the channel sized for receiving the waste container in a position substantially subjacent the compactor; and, a stop header adapted for variable attachment to the support frame for defining the direction from which the container may be inserted and withdrawn from the channel of the frame.

Abstract: A round baler includes an expansible, upwardly converging wedge shaped bale chamber having an opening at its bottom and being formed in part by first and second belt runs that respectively converge upwardly from first and second belt support rolls respectively located at the front and rear of the inlet opening. Expansion of the baling chamber works against a downwardly biased tensioning frame pivotally mounted to opposite side walls, the first and second belt runs extending between a fixed and a pivotal roll carried by the frame with the pivotal roll being controlled to move closer to the fixed roll as the tensioning frame is forced upwardly by a growing bale. A fingered rake structure bridges the gap between the fixed and pivotal rolls to keep crop material from exiting the chamber.

Abstract: A mechanical press includes a slider which is reciprocated, through connecting rods, by an oscillating plate oscillating around a driving shaft to obtain a press load. The press further includes a swash plate rotatable with the driving shaft. The oscillating plate oscillates in accordance with the rotation of the swash plate. A plurality of lock pins are concentrically disposed in parallel with the driving shaft on a side of the oscillating plate opposite to the swash plate. Each of the lock pins has a spherical head housed in the oscillating plate so as to make the pins rotatable and axial movable. A slider guide supports the pins and the slider.

Abstract: An automatic printing apparatus is used to print indentifying words on a packing case that is carried on a conveyer belt unit and includes a sensor, a lower support unit, a lengthwise-position adjustment device, an upper support unit, a height adjustment device, a feeding hydraulic cylinder, a printer support unit, a contact switch, a printing hydraulic cylinder and a printer member. The printer member is carried on the printer support unit. The printer support unit is carried on the upper support unit. The upper support unit is carried on the lower support unit. The lengthwise-position adjustment device can be actuated to adjust the position of the lower support unit along the length of the conveyer belt unit. The height adjustment device can be actuated to adjust the vertical position of the upper support unit relative to the lower support unit.

Abstract: An impact printer has a print band moving longitudinally around pulleys with one side of the band moving in contact along a rigid platen and the other side having engraved characters presented along a print line of a print medium (e.g. paper and ink ribbon). The leading edge of platen is squared off (e.g. sharp) to scrape contamination off the band. A row of hammers impact the print medium against the band between the hammers and an impact surface of the platen. The impact surface of the platen contains multiple longitudinal grooves which start slightly back from the leading edge of the platen and which prevent increased friction force between the band and platen from occurring as the band wears the platen impact surface smooth.

Abstract: A holder for the frame of a printing screen is connected to an adjustment plate which, in turn, is mounted on a support arm assembly. The support arm assembly swings the holder up and down, toward and away from a printing platen. The adjustment plate has elongated slots for receiving eccentric lugs of manually rotatable cam members. The adjustment plate is normally fixed to the screen holder by a locking mechanism, but the locking mechanism is releasable so that the cam members can be rotated to effect a desired adjustment of the plate and the associated holder to achieve a desired registration of the printing screen relative to the printing platen. The support arm assembly also is adjustable to change the angle of the screen relative to the platen when the screen is lowered.

Abstract: An inking system (10) for a printing press (12) having an ink injector (18) for supplying ink under pressure and having a device (50) for pumping and metering the ink flow in the injector (18), a fountain roller (14) having an outer brush surface (26) in close contact with the ink injector (18), a device (29) for rotating the fountain roller (14), a pick up roll (16) located adjacent the fountain roller (14) to receive ink from the fountain roller (14), a device (29) for rotating the pick up roller (14), and a device (42) for scraping the residual ink from a scraper roller (40) receiving ink from a rubber covered roller.

Abstract: A blanket fixing and tensioning assembly which is usable to secure and tighten a blanket on a blanket cylinder utilizes a blanket leading edge fixing and tensioning assembly together with a blanket trailing edge tensioning assembly. The leading edge can be fixed to the blanket and held in place while the blanket is applied to the blanket cylinder and its trailing edge secured and tensioned. The blanket can also be shifted circumferentially on the blanket cylinder to accommodate for blanket wear.

Abstract: A shot cartridge is made to contain a projectile system for harmlessly ensnaring a fleeing person. The projectile system employs three or four buckshot paired with an equal number of twinned fish hooks. Each buckshot and fish hook pair is joined by a thin strong line, and all said lines are joined at a single site. The fish hooks are separately housed adjacent the rear of the cartridge. The buckshot are separately housed adjacent the front of the cartridge. The line is housed within the cartridge in a compacted state. When fired, the projectile system deploys with an assured wide pattern.

Abstract: A method of separating a sub-combat unit from a protective canister. The method comprises the steps of discharging the sub-combat unit from the protective canister by causing a displacement of a driving sabot within the protective canister. The driving sabot is displaced by an elevated gas pressure generated by the combustion of a gas-generating pyrotechnical charge. The displacement of the sabot imparts a trajectory to the sub-combat unit. The displaceable driving sabot is prevented, by arrest means interconnected between the driving sabot and the canister, from accompanying the sub-combat unit in its new trajectory. A division of the protective canister into a plurality of parts is caused. The division ensures a change in at least one of the trajectory and the velocity of the parts of the canister.

Abstract: Constant contact side bearing support of a rail car body on a multi-axle rail car truck is provided for the purpose of restraining truck hunting and controlling car rocking. A bearing receiver or cage mounted on the truck bolster in laterally offset relationship to the truck center plate bowl supports wedge shaped bearing blocks on inclined surfaces within the cage. Biasing means, e.g., a long travel coil spring, biases the bearing blocks against the inclined surfaces of the cage, thereby maintaining a substantially constant normal bearing force on the car body throughout the wear life of the bearings. In an alterative embodiment, the cage is mounted on the car body with the bearing surfaces of the bearing blocks engaging corresponding bearing surfaces on the bolster. Arrangements providing for ease of inspection and replacement of the bearing blocks are disclosed.