Abstract: A low emissions "clean" diesel fuel and methods of producing a clean diesel fuel are provided. In one aspect, this invention relates to a method of producing a diesel fuel which provides reduced, or at least substantially equivalent, emissions of oxides of nitrogen ("NO.sub.x ") In another aspect this invention relates to a clean diesel fuel composition which is economical to produce, meets regulatory specifications, and has desirable characteristics including acceptable aromatics content and cetane number.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for testing the hardness properties of metallic st materials, wherein electromagnets are employed to replace clamping means. Said apparatus comprises two electromagnets, and a test head which comprises a ball indenter means, a conventional hydraulic hand pump, a pop-off release valve and numerous gauges. A method of testing metallic sheet materials, and specifically armors, is set forth.

Abstract: A tool for visually indicating the relative crankshaft and piston position at top dead center for an internal combustion engine of the type having a threaded opening for a spark plug positioned above the piston's top surface. The tool consists of a base which has threads for attachment in the spark plug opening, an outer tubular member supported by the base to allow it to slide upward through the base in response to urging of the top of the piston moving toward the base but otherwise being frictionally secured to the base, and an inner member equal in the length dimension to the outer member and supported by the outer member in a manner allowing it to initially move upward with the outer tubular member as urged by the piston but also allowing it to move with the piston away from the base and the outer member whereby changes in the alignment of the exterior ends of the members indicates piston movement past top dead center.

Abstract: In a power and free conveyor system that includes a trolley frame having spaced pairs of load wheels supporting the trolley frame for movement in a longitudinal direction along a track and a spaced pair of guide wheels for maintaining orientation of the frame with respect to the center of the track, a system for monitoring operative condition of the trolley load and guide wheels. A pair of first sensors are respectively disposed on opposed sides of the track and responsive to sequential passage of a corresponding pair of load wheels for generating first electrical signal patterns as a function thereof. A plurality of second sensors are mounted adjacent to the track and responsive to passage of the pair of guide wheels for generating second electrical signal patterns as a function thereof. A fundamental mode asynchronous machine performs pattern recognition analysis on the first and second signal patterns to determine operative condition of the load and guide wheels in real time.

Abstract: An arrangement for rewarding tongue-retraction exercise therapy performed by swallowing-impaired surgical and disease patients is disclosed. The achieved therapy includes execution of an oral sucking act (as opposed to lung originated suction) in combination with provision of a patient communicated incentive feedback signal measurement of the sucking act pressures --pressures below atmospheric pressure. The patient communication includes a visual bar graph related display and in the disclosed apparatus is provided with a plurality of four scale ranges in order to accommodate patients of varying swallowing act impairment. The achieved base of tongue strengthening exercise has been found to enable swallowing recovery in weeks in lieu of the expected months (or never) that is normally seen in severely impaired surgical or disease patients. A discussion of the swallowing act and its impairment behavior is included.

Abstract: A method for forming a disposable absorbent article having portions which are elastically extensible in at least the cross-machine direction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to light duty liquid detergent compositions containing one or more secondary alkyl sulfate surfactant components.

Abstract: The Locator Beacon (LB) is an 18 inch diameter hemispherical unit designed to be air dropped via parachute from a search aircraft near an aircraft crash site. The LB is self uprighting when it lands on the ground and its antenna is always oriented for maximum efficiency. When activated, the LB sends out a radio frequency signal on 121.6 Mhz and 243.2 Mhz, this signal can be tracked by aircraft or by ground parties equipped with directional locating equipment. The LB also contains a strobe light beacon to aid in visual acquisition of the unit. The LB remains in the active (broadcast) mode for approximately 20 minutes before resetting itself to the listening mode. External VHF activation of the LB repeats the LB broadcast and strobe light cycle for another 20 minutes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are disclosed for detecting seismic waves and electromagnetic waves at the same location in making geophysical measurements. A seismic wave is generated at a first location and the seismic wave and electromagnetic waves generated by said seismic wave are detected at a spaced-apart second location. The seismic wave may be detected by a single apparatus that also detects the magnetic field. Alternatively, the seismic wave may be detected by two spaced-apart apparatus that also measures the magnetic field at the two spaced-apart locations as well as measuring the electric field between the two apparatus.

Abstract: The device of this invention is used to detect small quantities of liquid emical agents in certain pesticides on the basis of the heat reaction between the liquid agent and a chemical oxidant such as sodium or calcium hypochlorite. The detecting device consists of a thin film of resistance heat sensitive element on top of which porous or fibrous substrate material is mounted. This substrate is impregnated with the oxidant material. As a liquid agent contacts substrate it permeates through the substrate and reacts with the oxidant and generates heat. The output volume from the thin film resistance element increases correspondingly. The time from agent contact until this signal is observed as tested is less than one (1) second. The method is directed to the contacting of the liquid agent against the surface, wherein it permeates through the substrate and reacts with the oxidant and generates heat which change in heat is detected by the detecting device.

Abstract: A method and device for detecting bacteria by forming an immunoassay ladder sing a biological substance (Ag) adsorbed onto a surface, to which has been added an immunological biochemical ladder (Ab) and beta-galactosidase enzyme (gal) to form a Ag-Ab-gal system. The system is added to an aqueous solution of an enzyme selected from ortho-nitrophenylgalactopyranoside and ortho-nitrophenylgalactosidase enzyme. The enzyme reacts with the gal to produce ortho-nitrophenol (ONP) such that the amount of ortho-nitrophenol (ONP) produced may be detected by measuring the vapor pressure generated by the ONP using an ion mobility spectrometer monitor. The pressure of the ONP is in proportion to the amount of biological substance present in the system. In a preferred embodiment, the ion mobility spectrometer monitor includes display means for indicating the quantity of bacteria measured.

Abstract: The present invention describes an isocyanate-cured hydroxy, acid or amine functionalized selectively hydrogenated block copolymer of a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and a conjugated diene. The present invention also describes coatings, adhesives, sealants and modified asphalts made therewith.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel absorbent article that includes immobilized superabsorbent particulate in a fiber structure of high integrity. More particularly, a continuous filament web loaded with the superabsorbent particulate, is provided. Cellulose ester tow having crimped filaments, is advantageously used as a starting material. Also provided is a process for adhering superabsorbent particulate to opened tow by use of a tackifying agent.

Abstract: A new and distinct Neoregelia named `Ultima,` characterized by leaves that have a greenish-white center bordered by variegation down the entire length of the leaf and dark green margins, finely serrated leaf margins, uniformly rosette plant form with long, lingulate and recurved leaves that are bright red at the base in the center of the plant at flowering.

Abstract: A new and distinct Neoregelia named `Sheba,` characterized by its finely serrated leaf margins; white (RHS 158A-B) leaf margins; dark green (RHS 141A-B) leaf centers; basal portion of the innermost leaves that is red (RHS 57A-B) with white and green spots and a distal margin that is dark red (RHS 59A-B); and a low and spreading rosette plant habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Neoregelia named `Morado,` characterized by leaves that have a creamy white margin (RHS 159B) and dark green center (RHS 136B) with slight variegation at the edges of the green center; innermost leaves at the center of the rosette that are overlayed with a purple color and plants hold this purple color for approximately 4 to 6 months during and after flowering; and abundant production of offsets.

Abstract: A hair curler for subjecting hair to steam to effect a curling action includes a hollow perforated core surrounded by a compressible porous foam pad. A generally semicylindrical shield has notches in end walls for receiving the core.

Abstract: An integrally formed bottle or jug carrier strap for securely and comfortably carrying a pair of bottles or jugs by their neck. An elongate grip has rings at each end and a neck-retaining collar attached to the inner circumference of each ring. Scores on the underside of each ring cause the ring to break at the score when the rings are deformed, permitting the bottle or jug to easily be removed from the carrier strap.

Abstract: A process for production of styrene polymers of high syndiotactic configuration is disclosed, comprising polymerizing styrene or styrene derivatives by the use of a catalyst comprising: (A) a titanium compound, e.g., at least one compound selected from those represented by the formulae: TiR.sup.1.sub.a R.sup.2.sub.b R.sup.3.sub.c X.sup.1.sub.4 -(a+b+c) and TiR.sup.1.sub.d R.sup.2.sub.e X.sup.1.sub.3-(d+e) (all the symbols are as defined in the appended claims); and (B) a contact product of an organoaluminum compound and a condensation agent, e.g., a product resulting from modification of trimethylaluminum with water. Because of such high syndiotactic configuration, the styrene polymers are greater in thermal resistance and solvent resistance than conventional atactic polystyrene.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a liner and a surgical collar wherein the liner is formed of a blank of soft, pliable absorbent material shaped to conform to the interior surface of the surgical collar and having opposed reversible folded pockets formed along the opposed ends of the blank for receiving the edges of the surgical collar and a reversible foldable edge flange for overlying the upper peripheral portion of the surgical collar so as to render the collar more comfortable to the wearer. The liner may be formed as a unitary member, or in several parts, depending upon the specific construction of the surgical collar.

Abstract: A protective garment for the torso of a body and in particular a chest protector for baseball umpires which has an inner flexible layer and outer shell layer. The inner layer is in the form of a flexible pad adapted to conform to the contour of the torso. The inner layer has an inner and outer surface and an intermediate thickness of cushioning material adapted to distribute impacts against a given area of the outer layer over an area of the inner layer which is at least as great, as said given area. The outer shell layer is adapted to overlie said inner layer and comprises a plurality of interconnected plate elements. Each plate element is positioned and arranged to overlie a selected area of the torso. The garment also has both flexible straps and a cover element for interconnecting the plate elements to form a torso-fitting outer shell and releasable fasteners to interconnect the inner layer and outer shell layer.

Abstract: A hockey players gloves with attachable and removable weights in which the weights are insertable and removable from a pocket associated with the gloves. In certain embodiments, a portion of a blocking pad is positioned between the inserted weight and the surface of the pad adapted to engage or block a hockey puck that may be traveling at a relatively high rate of speed. In other embodiments, the weight is insertable and removable from a pocket formed in the cuff area of each glove. The gloves may be used both as a warm up aid for use just prior to a game or as a training aid during various practice periods. The pocket receiving the weight is provided with a closure and the weight is preferably metal and provided with a coating of resilient material, such as rubber or the like.

Abstract: A commuter's apron provides for the containment of food and drink spillage for automobile and other vehicle drivers and passengers, while the vehicle is moving or stopped. The apron is preferably formed of a relatively thin sheet of polyethylene plastic or other material (e. g., coated paper or fabric), in order to be impervious to liquid and other spills. The upper and lower edges of each apron are congruent, thus enabling a plurality of the aprons to be die cut or otherwise formed continuously from a single elongate sheet or roll of sheet material with relatively little waste. All of the flat portions of the apron (i. e., the main body, pocket portion, and neck closure portion) are formed from a single, continuous sheet, with the only additional components required being tape or other means to close the neck closure portion and seal the sides of the pockets in the event heat sealing is not used.

Abstract: A method for imparting a fortune cookie appearance upon a T-shirt. The T-shirt has imprinted thereupon a "fortune" message, such as "Tomorrow will be your lucky day." The T-shirt is manipulated so that the finished look resembles as closely as possible the shape of a true fortune cookie as it is commonly seen and enjoyed in Chinese restaurants. There are two basic methods to take a T-shirt and make it look like a fortune cookie. A first method provides an appearance like that of a fortune cookie, wherein the clam-shell of the fortune cookie appears fully closed (whereupon the printed paper message "fortune" thereof is supposedly contained fully thereinside). A second method provides an appearance like that of a fortune cookie wherein end portions of the paper fortune is exposed, wherein the sleeves of the T-shirt seem to be like end portions of a printed paper "fortune" extending outwardly from the clam-shell of the fortune cookie.

Abstract: A novel, flexible device which is attachable to a visor, baseball cap or like attire and which functions to display various logos, slogans, trademarks and other designs. The invention includes a spring or other flexible attachment means which can be attached to the top button, back, bill or strap of a cap and which supports a rigid display means bearing indicia such as a logo, slogan, trademark or other design.

Abstract: An odor control system for capturing odoriferous air from toilet bowls, removing the odor bodies from the air, and returning the cleansed air to the room. A fine water spray nozzle (32) in a duct (30) transfers kinetic energy to the air stream, and also absorbs odor bodies from the air. Energy to generate the water spray and draw air through a ventilated toilet seat is provided by the water under pressure which supplies the usual toilet function. System is started and stopped as needed by the person using the toilet. Supplemental filter (36), e.g. Activated carbon, improves odor cleansing by adsorption. Spray water used is separated from air stream and returned to toilet bowl (20) through check valve (38).

Abstract: An eyewash fountain, particularly useful in industrial and laboratory environments, includes a pair of spray heads mounted on a distribution arm that is connected to a valve. The valve has a rotatable body that is connected to a base by a reversible retainer permitting the valve to be installed on either the left or right side of a sink or drain, and the distribution arm along with the spray heads swung or, alternatively, lowered to a position over the sink. The single action of moving the distribution arm over the sink is sufficient to initiate a flow of fluid to the eyes. Each of the spray heads has an internal volumetric flow regulator, a fluid pressure distributor or diffuser, and a large number of small apertures in the face of each head which direct a uniform, evenly distributed, low pressure flow of fluid to the eyes.

Abstract: A portable sink for use out-of-doors has inflatable side walls with a sink bottom wall having a holder thereon into which may be placed a heat packet providing a unitary heat source for heating sink contents. The holder may be of a closed cell synthetic material to lessen heat loss.

Abstract: A patient repositioning and position maintenance device wherein the apparatus includes a rectangular sheet of fabric material which is folded and fastened such that a rectangular patient resting area is disposed between a pair of cushioned cylinders. The rectangular patient resting area portion of the fabric material is placed beneath the shoulder and hip area of a bedfast patient such that a cushioned cylinder is located on each side of the patient in a position between the patient and a bed rail. Additionally, a soft-covered triangular cushion is removably or permanently attached to the sheet at a point equidistant from each cylindrical cushion so that the triangular cushion is located between the patient's legs. The device is used to reposition the patient either by sliding the patient along the bed longitudinally, or by rolling the patient over. Finally, after the patient is repositioned, the cushioned cylinders are used to maintain the patient in a stable position.

Abstract: A sling for a patient lifter has a generally U-shape with two leg straps and at least two side straps to permit the positioning of the patient in a comfortable position. The side straps are located on opposite sides of the sling and include at least two loops.

Abstract: A lifting device for handicapped persons, comprising a height-adjustable lifting arm with attachment points for the ends of a U-shaped traction element to be placed under the armpits and around the body of the person to be lifted and transported. In order to transfer forces evenly to the person during lifting, lowering or transporting, the traction element is formed from an elastic hose with sealed ends which can be filled with a fluid.