Abstract: A peach tree of large size, medium to slightly above medium vigor, having an ascending to spreading growth habit. Fruit has white flesh and medium to large size. The flesh is sweet and has a pronounced, pleasant flavor, high juice and sugar content, and red striations near the stone cavity. Fruit skin has a heavy red blush over sun exposed surfaces and a lighter pink blush over shaded surfaces over light green-yellow ground color. Fruit is tenaciously attached to the tree and may be harvested over an extended period of time from about August 25 to September 15, depending on growing season. Fruit skin is smooth and blemish free; having a high resistance to cryptogramic diseases. Freestone fruit has uncommonly rounded, symmetrical shape, light tomentum; and, excellent shipping and storage qualities due to its firm, non-melting flesh.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of red raspberry plant named `Isabel`, which is particularly characterized and distinguished by its consistently large size fruit of excellent flavor and color and its high yielding capacity on both primocane and floricane crops.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a decumbent type petunia plant having a long stem. The plant has abundant branching and a great profusion of blooms, and the whole bush remains in bloom for a long period of time. The flowers are single and small, are bi-color, and have vein pattern. The plant is highly resistant to rain, drought, heat and disease.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a decumbent type petunia plant having a long stem. The plant has abundant branching and a great profusion of blooms, and the whole bush remains in bloom for a long period of time. The flowers are single and small, and the petals have a vivid purple color. The plant is highly resistant to rain, drought, and heat.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens named Grenada, particularly characterized by compact growth habit with excellent branching characteristics, large, coral pink flowers, early flowering and very floriferous habits, dark green foliage, and suitability to 4 inch and 6 inch pots, and 8 inch hanging basket cultures.

Abstract: An optoelectronic device component package comprises an optical element having a plano surface with a pattern of electrical conductors thereon, a photoelectric die having an optically active portion and die bond pads, and a printed circuit board having a pattern of electrical conductors thereon and further having an aperture for receiving the die. The die is attached to the plano surface of the optical element such that the die bond pads are electrically connected to corresponding electrical conductors of the optical elements. The circuit board is attached to the plano surface of the optical element and the electrical conductors of the circuit board are electrically connected to corresponding conductors of the optical element. A protective means affixed to the die, the plano surface of the optical element, and a portion of the circuit board protects the device package. The die can be (1) an emitter or detector die for camera autofocus applications; or (2) a photometer die for exposure control applications.

Abstract: A root canal filler assembly including a single use obturator and a multiple use elongate inserter tool is disclosed. The oburator includes a metallic core and a plasticizable coating, preferably formed of gutta percha. One end of the metallic core extends beyond the plasticizable coating to support a connector assembly. The multiple use inserter tool is removably connectable to the oburator to insert, remove, adjust, and reposition the obturator in a root canal. The inserter tool includes at one end a connector assembly which engages the obturator and at the other end a handle to facilitate manipulation of the assembly by the dentist. The elongate inserter tool may be reused as required, both to remove or reposition a previously inserted obturator and to insert additional obturators in other root canals.A method of filling and sealing a root canal employing the disclosed root canal filler assembly is also provided.

Abstract: A centrifuge rotor and method for gradient density separation which supports a generally cylindrical volume of sample solution with its axis inclined to the spin axis at an angle which is optimized for maximum separation efficiency while reducing contamination by undesirable centrifugates upon reorientation of the desirable centrifugates. .Iadd.The sample solution is contained in a centrifuge tube which is closed at its top end by a top portion which is supported by a support cap. The undesirable centrifugates are pelleted to the end corners of the inclined centrifuge tube. The rotor and method are particularly adapted, for example, for separation of nucleic acid into plasmid DNA and chromosomal DNA by density gradient centrifugation. .Iaddend.The optimum angle is determined based on the relationship .theta.=Tan.sup.-1 (D/15L).sup.0.5 where D and L are respectively the diameter and length of the cylindrical volume of the sample solution and .theta. is the angle of inclination.

Abstract: 4-Substituted pyrazolo[3,4-d]pyrimidine derivatives and a method of synthesis for the derivatives are described. The 4-substituted pyrazolopyrimidine derivatives are useful as cardiotonic agents and antiarryhythmic agents.

Abstract: Two embodiments of swimsuits providing flotation for the wearer of the suits are disclosed, in addition to methods of constructing such suits and a specialized tool facilitating the construction of such suits. The suits include a series of lower flotation pads located approximately adjacent the center of mass of the wearer, which pads provide the majority of buoyancy for the suit and its wearer. Upper flotation pads are located at the upper back and chest areas, to keep the body of the wearer of the suit upright in the water and preclude the lengthy immersion of the wearer's head or breathing passages. Both a generic suit and a suit tailored primarily for boys and men are disclosed. Methods of construction for the two suits are disclosed, in which specific steps preclude the need for time consuming and laborious hand sewing operations. A specialized tool is also disclosed, which tool facilitates the insertion of the foam pads into the pockets of the suits.

Abstract: A garment, having a garment body, having a pair of brassiere cups located adjacent to one another. A slide fastener having a pair of tracks and a slide is attached to the cups, with the tracks attached along the periphery of the cups and the slide originating between the cups. Upon operation of the slide, the tracks are brought together, in turn bringing the cups together forming a pouch with a cavity therebetween, whereby, the garment body can be stuffed into the pouch, so as to be stored an contained therein.

Abstract: A garment that includes a center front fabric and at least one side front fabric being sewn together along a curved sew line. The curved sew line comprises a concave section, a second convex section and a third concave section. The second convex section is disposed between the first and the third sections and points away from center front fabrics.

Abstract: A multi-purpose bib comprised of material and being generally in rectangular form having first and second long edges, first and second short edges, and a first surface and a second surface. One of the long edges of the bib has a neck cut-out portion. An elongated fastener is secured on the first surface, disposed horizontally to a long edge, and located near the corner formed by the intersection of the first long edge and the first short edge. Another elongated fastener is secured to the second surface, disposed horizontally to a long edge, and located near the corner formed by intersection of the second long edge and the first short edge. The two elongated fasteners are releasably securable to each other by hook and loop fasteners and when secured to each other form a cup portion. The material may be water resistant and washable, and there is a means for securing the neck cut-out portion to the neck of an adult or infant. The long and short edges may have decorative eyelet trim for aesthetic purposes.

Abstract: A protective guard suspension system for a joint covering for covering at least a portion of the wearer's hand and wrist includes an angled resilient guard member and two coupling members. The angled resilient guard member protects a portion of the wearer's hand and wrist and absorbs impact forces by reversibly deforming. The angled resilient guard member has first and second ends and an intermediate angled portion and also has first and second openings proximate to the each of the first and second ends. The first coupling couples the first end of the angled resilient guard member to the hand covering by extending through the first opening and forming a first loop at a first end of the first coupling and is coupled to the hand covering at a second end of the first coupling so that the first end of the angled resilient guard member is secured to the hand covering.

Abstract: A protective covering, such as a surgical glove, having two layers sandwiching a layer of protective solution, such that if the covering becomes punctured or torn, the substance releases to protect the user. The liquid layer has an average thickness of less than about 0.12 mm, such that it exerts a capillary force on the two glove layers, thereby providing a mechanical-like coupling effect. The protective solution may include a dye for a visual indication of punctures or tears in the outer layer. The layers may be adhered together at desired points to restrict the layers from peeling apart during use. Various methods for making such protective coverings are disclosed.

Abstract: The glove according to the present invention has, at least partially, a laminated part 2 in which a plurality of different types of rubbers are successively laminated. In the laminated part 2, the lowermost layer is a natural rubber layer, and the top surface layer is an oil-resistant rubber layer (for example, an acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber layer). The glove manufacturing method according to the present invention comprises the steps of immersing a glove mold in natural rubber latex containing a heat-sensitive coagulant to form a coating of the lowermost layer on the mold surface, and immersing at least a part of the lowermost layer in another rubber latex different from the first-mentioned rubber latex. The glove of the present invention has high strength and is economical and excellent in oil resistance and solvent resistance.

Abstract: A combination headgear and poncho is provided which includes a hat having a crown portion with a liner disposed therein for forming a compartment in which the poncho is contained. The liner is formed with an aperture through which the poncho is extracted from or inserted into the compartment. Complimentary fastening means, such as hook and pile materials, are disposed at the liner along the aperture to secure the compartment. The crown portion is also provided with gathering means which operatively adapts the crown portion to snugly fit the wearer's head when the poncho is contained in the compartment or when the poncho has been removed from the compartment and deployed, resulting in the weight of the crown portion being reduced.

Abstract: Swimming goggle comprises a right eyepiece, a left eyepiece, a flexible connecting strap having opposite ends detachably connected to the respective inner ends of the right and the left eyepiece to interconnect the right and the left eyepiece so that the effective length thereof corresponding to the distance between the right and the left eyepiece is adjustable, and each provided with a plurality of engaging portions, and an elastic band having opposite ends connected to band buckles capable of being detachably connected to the respective outer ends of the right and the left eyepiece, respectively.

Abstract: An ergonomic hand covering and grip enhancer adapted to be worn by a person to support the hand and wrist and enhance the grip that may be applied to a golf club, a tennis racket, or other article has a panel of such size and configuration as to overlie the palm and wrist of a person's hand, a restraining loop or band secured to the panel at its finger end, an anchor strap joined to the panel at its opposite end and adapted to encircle a person's wrist, and a retaining band extending from one side of the panel to the other at the finger end of the panel. An elastic tensioning band has one end secured to one side of the panel adjacent the finger end thereof and extends diagonally across the panel toward the opposite end of the panel. The opposite end of the tensioning band is secured to the panel within the confines of the anchor strap. Along one edge of the panel extends a sleeve in which is accommodated a splint.

Abstract: A system for controlling and saving water to be used with a toilet flushing apparatus permitting adjustable partial flush and full flush capabilities. A control housing having a pin inserted therethrough has a pointed tip portion entering an aperture formed in a bottom end of the control housing providing an adjustable needle valve. The effective size of the needle valve determines the rate at which water expels from the housing. A flexible tube attached to the control housing leads to a cavity in a flapper valve. The flapper valve covers a drainage port in a holding tank of a toilet when the toilet is unflushed. When the toilet is flushed, air is drawn from the cavity of the flapper into an inner chamber of the control housing as water leaves the control housing, thereby causing the flapper to change from a positive to a negative buoyancy state. The flapper can therefore be reseated upon the port before all the water has left the holding tank.

Abstract: A flush control mechanism for a toilet and associated method that enables the toilet to be flushed with either a long flush cycle for solid wastes or a short flush cycle for liquid wastes. The present invention includes a nonbouyant flush valve that controls the duration of the flush cycle. A handle assembly is provided that is rotatably manipulative around its longitudinal axis from a set orientation to a rotated orientation. The handle assembly is also reciprocally manipulative along its longitudinal axis from an extended position to a retracted position. A first mechanism is coupled to the handle assembly and the flush valve for temporarily maintaining the flush valve in an open condition when the handle assembly is rotated into its rotated orientation. The flush valve remains open until the tank drains to a first level.

Abstract: A swimming pool has a recirculating pump and filter. A drain line from the high pressure side of the pump drains excess water through a hydraulically operated drain valve remote from the pool. A long narrow tube from the high pressure line drains into the pool at a float valve. When the level of water in the pool is too high, the float valve opens, and pressure in the tube drops. Pressure in the tube operates the drain valve, opening the drain valve when the level is high and the pressure is low, and closing the drain valve when the level is not high, the float valve is closed and the pressure is high. The invention may be alternatively practiced with a drain valve that is opened by a high control pressure using a float valve that closes when the pool level is high. A timer controlled valve in the tube prevents opening the drain valve during preselected times when the pool is occupied.

Abstract: A portable sitz bath therapeutic chair having a substantially rectangular frame to provide a backrest, armrest and a leg rest that enclose and form a basin for holding heated water. Wheels mounted at the corners of the frame allow the chair to be moved about. The chair also includes controls for circulating the heated water to maintain the temperature and provide a massaging action. Controls on the armrest of the chair allow the a heating and pumping system to be turned on and off by a patient. The electronic circuit for circulating the heated water in the chair includes safety devices to prevent operation should the pump for circulating the water not be working or if a malfunction causes the water to overheat.

Abstract: A bathtub comprising a bathtub body having two rows of spaced join posts at two lengthwise opposite edges of the bottom reinforced with crossing ribs, locating feet standing on the floor of a bathroom and fitting with the join posts of the bathtub body for supporting the bathtub body, a protective plate fixed vertically beside the lengthwise side of the bathtub body and having fixing posts fitting with locking tubes with which sidewise posts provided on the locating feet also fits so that the bathtub body may be positioned firmly, with hollow space under it being for easy affix of a drain tube with thee bathtub body.

Abstract: A handle for raising and lowering a seat of a water closet. The handle includes a first arm and a second arm, a grip member extending between and connecting the first arm and the second arm, and a means for attaching the first arm and the second arm to the seat. The first and second arm each include a hinge to allow the handle to pivot between a fully extended position and a retracted position. The handle may include a retention strap. The retention strap is attached to the water closet and releaseably around the handle such that the strap secures the seat in a raised position thereby preventing the seat and cover from inadvertently dropping when bumped.

Abstract: A programmable electronic control controls water flow from a first electronically controlled valve assembly which receives water from the first water source, e.g. cold water. A second electronically controlled valve assembly is under the control of the programmable electronic control and controls the outflow of water received from a second water source, e.g. hot water. A mixing chamber assembly receives and mixes water coming from the first valve assembly and from the second valve assembly. A third electronically controlled valve assembly is connected to the mixing chamber assembly through a pipe and is under the control of the programmable electronic control. A temperature sensor assembly is connected to the programmable electronic control and senses water temperature at the third valve assembly. The temperature sensor provides a signal to the programmable electronic control representing the water temperature of the blended water sensed at the third valve assembly.

Abstract: An invalid lift and transport apparatus for safely lifting and transporting bedridden or wheelchair bound individuals with a minimum of effort and assistance is disclosed. The apparatus includes a movable mast assembly powered by a remote hydraulic pump. The mast assembly has an upright mast rotatable about a substantially vertical axis and a hydraulically extensible boom, for supporting an invalid carrying sling, pivotally joined thereto. A lift cylinder, joining the lower portion of the mast with the boom, is provided for raising and lowering the boom. A hand-held controller permits the invalid individual or attendant to extend, retract, raise, and lower the boom by selectively actuating the hydraulic components with the touch of a button. The mast may be similarly rotated. In operation, the sling may be readily moved to position an invalid seated therein to practically any position within the reach of the boom with a minimum of physical effort.

Abstract: A box spring assembly for use as a foundation for a bedding mattress has a triple beam frame. The frame has three layers of which the bottom layer consists of longitudinal side rails equally spaced from a center rail and connected at each end to a double thickness end rail consisting of a lower and upper board. The middle layer of the frame includes a number of transverse slats equally spaced between the upper board end rails positioned at each lengthwise end of the box spring assembly. The lower board end rails underlie the upper board end rails and are in the bottom plane of the frame. The top layer of the frame consists of longitudinal slats spaced atop the transverse slats and upper board end rails. The triple beam frame is constructed of metal, wood, or a combination thereof. Coil springs are secured to the longitudinal slats in the box spring assembly.

Abstract: A canopy, for use with a bed, comprising a horizontal platform having an opening, a plurality of posts that support the horizontal platform in a location above the bed, and a supporting apparatus located within the opening of the platform and attached to the platform. The supporting apparatus has the capability of supporting a conventional television set, which has a front screen area, at an acute viewing angle so that the front screen area is visually assessable to a viewer who is reclining or sitting on the bed. When a conventional television is mounted in the supporting apparatus, a portion of the television will be recessed up within the horizontal platform, but still be visually assessable to the viewer.

Abstract: A futon mattress is disclosed comprising an outer ticking encasing a foam core disposed between an upper layer and a lower layer of filling. The filling comprises a mixture of down and feathers.

Abstract: A method of bonding fabric materials together into an integral structure is unique in the attachment of a mating fabric onto a base fabric. The mating fabric is disposed to have a longitudinal binding end of specified profile for adhesion to the base fabric with improved tensile strength. Also disclosed is a structurally durable seamless quilt obtained by the use of the method.