Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea intermediate rose plant is provided which abundantly forms attractive lemon yellow blossoms. Such blossoms commonly open slowly, are long-lasting and tend to well retain their coloration upon the passage of time. The blossoms commonly are borne in a regular display on erect stems wherein the stems commonly are somewhat uniform in length. The plant is well-suited for cut flower production in the greenhouse, and exhibits good disease resistance.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms on a substantially continuous basis attractive very double yellow blossoms. Such blossoms are long-lasting and exhibit good petal-drop characteristics. The plant exhibits attractive dark green glossy foliage, vigorous somewhat compact vegetation, and very good disease resistance. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the outdoor landscape, such as in parks and gardens.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named Chicago particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; red-purple ray floret color with a green disc and a distinct dark dot in the center of the disc; diameter across face of capitulum of 73 to 76 mm when fully opened; flowering response in Salinas under normal temperatures is 52 to 56 days after start of short days; plant height is 96 to 102 cm when grown in Salinas with 11 long days prior to start or short days; peduncle length of the first and the fourth laterals at flowering after removing the apical bud is 8 cm and 10 cm; production of 9 to 15 laterals, each producing one terminal flower; and uniform flowering in year round flowerings.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Empire Calypso, characterized by its red-purple ray florets; fully double flowers; compact, mounded cushion habit; 4.0-4.5 cm capitulum diameter; natural season flower date of September 20; and seven week flower response in light/shade programs.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named Fiery Barbara particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; greyed-red ray floret color; diameter across face of capitulum of 32 to 41 mm when fully opened; branching pattern is spreading and prolific; natural season flower date of Sep. 26 to 30 when planting rooted cuttings on Jun. 15 to 18 in Hightstown, N.J.; plant height of 30 to 38 cm when grown in fall under natural daylength with no growth regulators in New Jersey; excellent, uniform growth habit; and good flexibility of plant for handling, packing and shipping.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named Empire Diablo, characterized particular by its red ray florets; almost fully double flower which are very resistant to shattering; compact, cushion habit; 5.0-5.5 cm capitulum diameter; a natural season flower date of September 16; and seven week flower response in light/shade programs.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of geranium plant named `Guiber`, characterized by its dark-carmine flower color, strongly double-type flowers, medium-green foliage, absent to very weak zonation which forms a ring near the base of the leaf, compact and good branching plant habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of geranium known by the cultivar name `Vigo` is characterized by a salmon flower color, a semi-double flower form, very strong zonation, medium green foliage, a compact habit and an early flower response.

Abstract: The new and distinct Pelargonium.times.hortorum cultivar named `BFP-864 Bright Lavender` is provided. This new Zonal Geranium was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein the a plant designed 3841-3 (non-patented in the United States) was pollinated by the `Fox` cultivar U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,083). The new cultivar forms attractive semi-double lavender florets commonly with white coloration that radiates outwardly from the bases of the petals. Medium green foliage is well retained during shipment. A medium self-branching growth habit is exhibited that does not require the use of a growth regulator.

Abstract: The new and distinct Pelargonium.times.hortorum cultivar named `BFP-873 Bright Red` is provided. This new Zonal Geranium was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein the a plant designated 3804-1 (non-patented in the United States) was pollinated by the `Fox` cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,083). The new cultivar forms attractive semi-double bright red florets. Medium green foliage is well retained during shipment. A medium self-branching growth habit is exhibited that does not require the use of a growth regulator.

Abstract: A variable magnification copying machine comprises original size input means for inputting a size of an original, a paper size input means for inputting a size of a copy paper and a copy magnification calculation means for calculating a copy magnification factor based on the original size and the paper size. The copy magnification factor is calculated selectively based on widths in one direction of the original and the paper or based on widths in the other direction of the original and the paper.

Abstract: A display apparatus comprises a first substrate provided with a thin film transistor array as a driving switching element and a second substrate provided with another electrode, and produces a display by electro-optical change generated between these substrates. Visibility of the display is improved in such a way that rays of light incident on the display apparatus are converted into diffusion light. Photoconductive material, in particular amorphous silicon, can be used by covering a semiconductive portions of the thin film transistor array of the display apparatus with an intercepting member. In a display apparatus using a thin film transistor array as a driving switching element, a conductive surface electrically insulated from gate lines on a substrate on which the gate lines for the thin film transistor array are formed, such conductive surface acts as a counter electrode of capacitors for storing charge.

Abstract: A two-component bone cement mixing system comprises a cartridge mixer having an interior volume containing a first predetermined quantity of a solid bone cement component under vacuum pressure; an ampoule containing a second predetermined quantity of a liquid bone cement component; a fluid transfer element for fluidically connecting the cartridge mixer and the ampoule for transfer of the liquid bone cement component to the cartridge mixer; and a plug element, receivable within the ampoule, for automatically hermetically sealing the fluid transfer element against passage of a material therethrough upon completion of the transfer of the second predetermined quantity of the liquid bone cement component into the cartridge mixer. The two-component bone cement mixing system allows in vacuo mixing of liquid monomeric and solid polymeric bone cement components without air being incorporated into the mixture and insures the prevention of air passage into the cartridge mixer during and/or after monomer transfer.

Abstract: Compositions for the prevention of, and for the treatment of autoimmune diseases which comprise as active ingredient membrane material shed from autoimmune T lymphocytes, or T lymphocytes activated by a pressure application and release process. There is also provided a process for obtaining such active materials and for preparing pharmaceutical compositions for these.

Abstract: Production of electrically conductive composites comprising a dielectric porous substance, e.g., fiberglass fabric, and a pyrrole polymer in the pores of such substance, by treating the porous substance with a liquid pyrrole, and then treating the resulting porous substance with a solution of a strong oxidant in the presence of a non-nucleophilic anion, such as ferric chloride. The pyrrole monomer is oxidized to a pyrrole polymer, which precipitates in the interstices of the porous material. Alternatively, the dielectric porous material can first be treated with a solution of strong oxidant and non-nucleophilic anion followed by treatment with liquid pyrrole, to precipitate an electrically conductive polypyrrole in the pores of the material. The resulting composite of porous material, e.g., fiberglass fabric, containing polypyrrole is electrically conductive while the other properties of such impregnated conductive porous material are substantially unaffected.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel hydantoin derivatives, processes for producing said hydantoin derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing at least one of said hydantoin derivatives as aldose reductase inhibitors and novel intermediate compounds in the synthesis of said hydantoin derivatives.The present invention is based on the selection of a hydantoin which is bonded by a sulfonyl group to various substituents at the 1-position of the hydantoin skeleton.The compounds of the present invention have a strong inhibitory activity against aldose reductase. These compounds are extremely useful for the treatment and/or prevention of various forms of diabetic complications based on the accumulation of polyol metabolites.

Abstract: Moulded plastics products are produced by in-mould copolymerization of methyl methacrylate with a polyurethane polyacrylate or polymethacrylate derived from a hydroxyalkyl acrylate or methacrylate by reaction of hydroxyl groups thereof with the isocyanate groups of a polyisocyanate or urethane polyisocyanate having isocyanate functionality greater than 2.0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aldose reductase inhibitor having the following formula: ##STR1## R.sub.1 is a hydrogen atom or --A--COOR.sub.5 (A is an alkylene group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms and R.sub.5 is a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group), and R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are the same as or different from each other and selected from the group consisting of a hydrogen atom, a hydroxy group, a halogen atom, a carboxyl group, an alkyl group, an amide group, an amino group, an alkoxy group, an aryl group, an aryloxy group, an alkylthio group, an alkylsulfinyl group, an alkylsulfonyl group, a nitro group, --NHCOCOOR.sub.6 (R.sub.6 is a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group), a mono- or dialkylaminosulfonyl group, and a residual group having the following formula: ##STR2## (A and R.sub.5 are the same as in the above). The compounds defined in the above are excellent in aldose reductase inhibitory activity and low in toxicity.

Abstract: The present invention is a wrist guard which has a molded body having its first end configured to contact a user's palm and a second end configured to engage the user's forearm. A thumb receiving member is located at a first side of the palm end of the wrist guard and is designed to prevent overextension of the thumb. The forearm portion stabilizes the wrist guard so it does not rotate. The first strap extends betweens the thumb covering and the opposing side of the first end of the palm and of the stiff body member. This strap is selectively adjustable to ensure proper fit. A second strap is located at the forearm end of the wrist guard. This strap, like the first strap, is selectively adjustable to ensure proper fit. The user will insert their thumb into the thumb receiving member and tighten the straps for securing the wrist guard.

Abstract: The invention is a sweatshirt-type garment that is designed to be breathable and substantially waterproof. The garment does not have any upwardly facing seams and is formed from a two-layer material. The inner layer of the material is a continuous, plastic film of waterproof material. The outer layer is a mesh material that functions to prevent sheeting of any water that impinges on the exterior of the garment.

Abstract: A hunting suit is provided that is armless and that includes an interior vest sewn or otherwise attached to the inside rear surface of the hunting suit. During activities such as bow shooting, the wearer can easily unzip the upper front portion and allow the hunting suit to fall from the wearer out of the way while being retained by the vest. After shooting has terminated, the suit can easily be pulled over the shoulders and rezipped for maximum warmth and comfort. The hunting suit includes relatively short legs, which terminate with sewn-in boot portions.

Abstract: A durable, attractive, lined garment, such as a blazer, that can be repeatedly washed in an aqueous solution containing laundering agents is constructed of a washable outer fabric, such as polyester, a polyester/natural fiber blend or corduroy, and a synthetic liner, such as polyester. A seam between the washable fabric and liner fabric is constructed by first sandwiching the washable fabric between the liner and a flexible tape made from a non-woven fabric having an adhesive on each side. The three materials are joined along a common edge with an overlock stitch, and also joined with a tacking stitch spaced a short distance apart from the overlock stitch. The adhesive is then employed to further join the washable fabric to the tape. Another type of seam additionally includes a wiggin between the tape and the washable fabric, wherein the adhesive adheres the tape to the wiggin.

Abstract: A fishing vest with hinged pockets comprising: a vest shaped in a generally rectangular configuration with a front segment and a rear segment, the front segment including releasable coupling devices, the front and rear segments of the vest including arm and neck slots, the vest including at least one upper pocket including coupling devices to permit the placement of fishing accessories therein, the vest also having at least one hinged pocket including a rigid rotatable member to permit the perpendicular extension of the pocket with respect to the vest in the open orientation, each rigid rotatable member being positioned vertically and coupled to the vest in the closed orientation, the vest including at least one hinged fishing box adapted to retain various fishing accessories, each fishing box being positioned in a hinged pocket to provide users with easy access to fishing accessories when needed.

Abstract: A surgical glove for endoscopic surgical procedures is disclosed. In the preferred embodiment, the surgical glove has an inflatable wrist section, which when inflated, provides a seal between the surgeon's gloved hand and the body wall for obstructing the passage of gas from the abdominal cavity during endoscopic surgery. The inflated glove wrist section will conform to the surgeon's hand and the abdominal cavity wall to provide the seal and yet allow the surgeon's hand to move in an inward or outward direction transversely to the abdominal wall.

Abstract: A portable chair commode for either male or female medical patients with limited mobility is disclosed which comprises a frame structure designed to support an open slot toilet seat. The underside surface of the toilet seat is provided with means for removably attaching a receptacle for collection of bowel and bladder discharge. The frame structure includes a pair of substantially vertical extensions connected to the rear legs for supporting a backrest and a pair of cantilevered armrests. A preferred embodiment has the cantilevered armrests pivotally mounted so that the armrests can be moved from a horizontal rest position to a substantially vertical position to improve ease of access to the open slot toilet seat. The preferred embodiment also includes means for adjusting the height of each leg and an adjustably mounted footrest associated with the front legs of the chair commode.

Abstract: A water circulation and heating system for spas which exhibits low power consumption for continuous circulation of the spa water while avoiding air entrapment in the water heating unit comprises a low speed water pump, and a heater that is configured so that water flows through it generally vertically. The low speed pump circulates spa water through the heater at a low flow rate that would cause air entrapment in the heater if it were configured so that water flowed through it horizontally. In a preferred embodiment, a high speed water pump is also provided for operating the spa's high speed jets when the spa is in use. The low and high speed pumps preferably form part of an interconnected water circulation system, so that the water flow rate through the heater is increased when the high speed jet pump is activated.

Abstract: A portable washing cart for facilitating washing of hair at a remote location. The inventive device includes a wheeled main body having a plurality of pivotally mounted doors. An interior counter top is mounted within the main body and includes a fixed sink mounted relative to the counter top and a movable sink removably mounted relative to the counter top which can be extended therefrom for placement proximal to a head of an individual residing within an adjacent support structure. A water handling assembly is mounted within the main body for supplying water to the sinks and for collecting waste water drained therefrom such that shampooing of the hair of an individual residing within a bed can be accomplished without moving the individual from the bed.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly includes a housing with a mounting flange, a cavity, and a skirt extending from the flange to the cavity. Water and air supply ports communicate with the cavity and a socket ring divides the cavity into water and air supply regions. A discharge ball assembly includes a ball pivotally received in the socket and a discharge nozzle. A bezel has a lip covering the mounting flange, a skirt covering the housing skirt and surrounding the discharge nozzle and an end portion retaining the ball in the socket. Water and air flows are controlled by a valve member within the ball, and an additional water path provides continuous flow to an ejector orifice leading to a mixing region where air is entrained in the water flow. The discharge nozzle rotates to control the valve member but does not move axially. A clamp member is drawn by fasteners against the tub surface opposite to the mounting flange, and the housing can be mounted in different positions.

Abstract: A patient transfer stand is provided for assisting a wheelchair-bound person to transfer to and from a wheelchair to a variety of other points in a simple fashion. The transfer stand includes a rotating base. The base includes 2 substantially rectangular cut out portions that accommodates the wheels of the wheelchair. The base supports a pair of vertical support bars, in addition to an elevated handle structure that the wheelchair-bound person can hold onto during transfer. The elevated handle structures include elastic straps which may be used to assist the wheelchair-bound person from the wheelchair into the patient transfer stand. A patient, if required, may utilize the elastic straps attached to a belt or harness worn about the waist to assist them in assuming a standing position inside the transfer stand. Through the utilization of developed leverage, the patient may assume a raised or semi-standing position in the transfer stand without assistance.

Abstract: A lower support of a foldable playyard having a seat assembly which is coupled between a pair of L-shaped rail sections. The seat assembly comprises a pair of sockets each having an entry opening and an inner wall adapted to securely retain a portion of a corresponding L-shaped rail section. The retention can be released by an upward lifting movement of the seat assembly causing a forced disengagement of the L-shaped rail sections from the sockets.