Abstract: A shrub rose variety producing cerise pink flowers.

Abstract: A shrub rose variety producing peach colored flowers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, named Helichrysum bracteatum cv. `Harvest Peach`, which originated as a seedling from the inventor's controlled crossing of a generic hybrid designated by the formula Helichrysum splendidum (Thunb.) .times.H. bracteatum (Vent.) with the species Helichrysum bracteatum (Vent.).The new variety is distinguished from Helichrysum bracteatum (Vent.) and all other members of the genera known to me by: the color of its flower and buds, in combination with its resistance to the root disease Pythium, its puberlent leaves, its compact growth habit, its ability to grow well in pots, and the ease with which it can be forced to flower outside for sale in the autumn without growth regulators. The new variety further possesses the commercially and aesthetically desirable characteristic of long-lasting flowers and attractive colors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of the Compositae family, named Helichrysum bracteatum cv. `Harvest Lemon`, which originated as a seedling from the inventor's controlled crossing of a generic hybrid designated by the formula Helichrysum splendidum (Thunb.) .times.H. bracteatum (Vent.) with the species Helichrysum bracteatum (Vent.).The new variety is distinguished from Helichrysum bracteatum (Vent.) and all other members of the genera known to me by: the color of its flower and buds, in combination with its resistance to the root disease Pythium, its puberlent leaves, its compact growth habit, its ability to grow well in pots, and the ease with which it can be forced to flower outside for sale in the autumn without growth regulators. The new variety further possesses the commercially and aesthetically desirable characteristic of long-lasting flowers and attractive colors.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Impatients plant named Micky Gini, characterized by its very small dark green leaves and small flowers, with the flowers standing well above the leaves, pink flower color with a white center eye; excellent self-branching and compact growth habit, and its very early flowering.

Abstract: The Anthurium plant `Nathalie` is small with oval leaves. The spathe is pink with small oval lobes and is held by a peduncle above the leaves. The spadix is purple-red and this color is darkest at the distal end. `Nathalie` grows quickly and has a compact growth habit.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Guzmania named 487-1 having miniature growth habit, and large, long-lasting, clean red-orange inflorescence with white tipped terminal bracts.

Abstract: An asexually reproduced variety of perennial St. Augustinegrass with a unique combination of characters including white stigmas, yellow anthers, an absence of leaf hairs, floret number per raceme, raceme length, leaf length, and internode length, having good turf performance, good winter hardiness, and a distinct DNA fingerprint.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing a multi-layer lead frame for a semiconductor device comprises two metal plains being adhered to each other via an insulation piece. An insulation strip is punched to cut the insulation piece, which is preliminary adhered to a metal strip. The metal strip is then punched to cut and remove the metal plane, which is then laminated and heat-pressed to another metal strip. After completely adhered, the other metal strip is punched to remove a multi-layer lead frame.

Abstract: The invention comprises a synthetic pack, in the filler container (11) of which there is integrated a compression spring element (16), against whose resistance a dispensing head (12) can be moved downwards with its carrier (18) of the filler container (11) and the filler can be pressurized. A ventilation valve (50) is herewith closed prior to the opening of a dispensing valve (22), which is circuit-connected into a product duct formed by a lifting tube (15) and product ducts (27, 40, 14). The dispensing head (12) is sealtight on the carrier (18) of the filler container (11), but is twistable between a closed position and an open position, the product duct (14, 40) of the dispensing head (12), in the open position, being aligned with the product duct (27) in a lifting tube nipple (20) and the ventilation valve (50) of the dispensing head (12) being aligned with a ventilation opening (29) in a headplate (19) of the carrier (18).

Abstract: A gas analyzer arrangement for detecting the presence or quantity of a gas of interest includes a source of electromagnetic radiation for directing a light beam through a light conditioning device such that the light beam is collimated into a parallel beam of light. The conditioned light beam is then directed through a gas sample cell which contains a sample of the gas of interest. The gas of interest has associated therewith, vibrational rotational absorption lines specific to that gas and which are effective for altering the light beam according to the absorption characteristics thereof. The altered light beam is then directed to a birefringent etalon device which has been sized specifically to match those absorption lines of the gas of interest.

Abstract: An electrically-erasable, electrically-programmable, read-only-memory cell array is formed in pairs at a face of a semiconductor substrate (22). Each memory cell includes a source (11) and a drain (12), with a corresponding channel (Ch) between. A control gate (14) is disposed over the floating gate (13), insulated by an intervening inter-level dielectric (27). The floating gate (13) and the control gate (14) include a channel section (Ch). The channel section (Ch) is used as a self-alignment implant mask for the sources (11) and drains (12), such that the channel-junction edges are aligned with the corresponding edges of the channel section (Ch). Each memory cell is programmed by hot-carrier injection from the channel to the floating gate (13), and erased by Fowler-Nordheim tunneling from the floating gate (13) to the source (11).

Abstract: A rotor presents bright and dark sides of a flat disk to a viewer. When the bright side is presented this side plus a stationary panel form a bright viewing area. When the dark side is presented the panel is occluded. The edges of the panel and of the disk in ON position define an aperture for light emission from an optic fibre end.

Abstract: A tubular and preferably elastomeric radial holding and centering expandable bushing having a bore sized to pass a threaded shank of a fastening bolt and having a radially enlarged flanged one end thereof. The bore tapering outwardly toward the periphery to create a conical cavity between the bushing body from the flange rearwardly. The cavity receives a tubular expansion insert having a tapered periphery and internal bore slightly larger than the diameter of the threaded shank of the fastening bolt which insert is positioned to the side of the tubular bushing remote from the head of said fastening bolt. A folding wing nut structure includes a trunion nut having a tapped bore threaded on said shank of the bolt, axially outwardly of the tubular expansion insert to the side opposite to the tubular bushing. The structure includes a pair of foldable wings.

Abstract: Compounds of formula ##STR1## wherein a and b are each independently of the other halogen, --CH.sub.3, --C.sub.2 H.sub.5, --OC.sub.2 H.sub.5 or the group of formula --NHCO--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, c and d are each independently of the other hydrogen, halogen, --CH.sub.3, --C.sub.2 H.sub.5, --OCH.sub.3, --OC.sub.2 H.sub.5 or the group of formula --NHCO--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, and R.sup.1 is --CH.sub.3, phenyl, --COOCH.sub.3, --COOC.sub.2 H.sub.5, --NHCO--C.sub.1 --C.sub.4 alkyl or --CONH--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, and R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, unsubstituted or substituted by a chlorine atom or a --OH group, or are C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 aralkyl, C.sub.6 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, phenyl or phenyl which is substituted by 1 to 3 halogen atoms or methyl or methoxy groups, or is a heterocyclic radical of the benzimidazole, benzoxazole, benzthiazole or pyridine series, or R.sup.3 and R.sup.

Abstract: A process for reducing the molecular weight of polytetramethylene ether glycol without significant conversion of polytetramethylene ether glycol to tetrahydrofuran monomer is disclosed. The process involves a two-step procedure. The first step comprises reacting polytetramethylene ether glycol with a perfluoroalkyl carboxylic acid to form a perfluoroalkyl ester of polytetramethylene ether glycol. That ester is, in the second step, converted back to polytetramethylene ether glycol of reduced molecular weight by hydrolysis or alcoholysis.

Abstract: A shock-absorbing wrist guard includes a soft piece including two ear portions, a loop pile area connected on a portion of the soft piece, an envelope connected to another portion of the soft piece and defining a plurality of slots therein, a mediate portion between the loop pile area and the envelope, an opening defined in the space portion allowing a thumb of a user to pass therethrough, and a soft strip extended from one side of the loop pile area, and a shock absorbing device received in the envelope for protecting the user's wrist.

Abstract: A shield for protecting a back of a human hand. The inventive device includes a cover web sized to extend over and beyond the back and digits of a human hand. A plurality of finger loops extend from a lower surface of the cover web for engaging the fingers of the hand to couple the device thereto. A plurality of slits can extend through the web to permit individual articulation of the digits of the hand, and a wrist strap can be provided for securing an inner portion of the cover web relative to the hand.

Abstract: A painting apron is provided for use in painting, such apron having a protective sheet of flexible, paint-impervious material to which a mounting arrangement is secured. The mounting arrangement includes an expandable loop which releasably receives a paint container including a cup portion and a removable lid portion which is tethered to such cup portion. The apron is secured to the wearer via a strap arrangement including one or more elongate straps which extend from the protective sheet.

Abstract: This is an article of underclothing that may be worn under skirts and dresses. The article may comprise of: a plurality of rear panels 20, 22 attached together; a plurality of frontal panels 10, 12, 14 attached together and attached to the plurality of rear panels at two inseams and two outerseams 28 to provide a waist opening and two leg openings; and a frontal slip panel 24 attached to the plurality of rear panels 20, 22 and the plurality of front panels 10, 12, 14 at the two outerseams. The underclothing may include lace panels 26 attached to the leg openings to provide various lengths to the underclothing. The underclothing may also include a torso panels attached to the rear panels and the frontal panels to create a body suit with the underclothing. The underclothing may also include a cotton insert 16 attached to the frontal panels 10, 12, 14 and rear panels 20, 22 at a crotch area of the underclothing.

Abstract: A reversible skirt suitable for cheerleading is disclosed which provides for active movement of the wearer, and desirable movement and visual effects of the skirt during wearing. Preferably, the skirt is constructed of 8-20 panels which are each sewn only partially along their length to adjoining panels. Alternatively, a skirt can be made from at least one panel into which slits are cut to form a visual effect of pleats. Different colors can be used for each side of the skirt and the alternate color is partially visible when either skirt is worn for increased visual variety.

Abstract: A disposable elastomeric glove having a distinct protuberance in proximal position with respect to a thenar eminence of a wearer thereby allowing for a quick and safe glove removal procedure. The protuberance is grasped to safely remove the glove from the hand.

Abstract: A disposable liner is fitted against the inside surface of a sweatband of a cap or hat. The liner functions to absorb moisture and oils, and to eliminate odor. The liner wicks moisture away from a user and may hold moisture away from the hat. The liner may wick moisture to an evaporation region to be evaporated. The evaporation region may be separated from the hat by a cover layer to prevent wicking into the crown of the hat. The liner may be configured to adjust the size, and thus the fit of the hat on the head of the user. To secure a hat on the head of a user, the liner may include a compressible, foamed, polymeric core. The core may be treated with an antibacterial agent and a deodorizing agent for eliminating odors. To one side of the core is attached an adhesive layer for securing the to the sweatband of the hat. The adhesive is selected for firmness yet easy removal and disposal of the liner. The adhesive may be heat-sensitive.

Abstract: Knitted stocking construction comprising a circular knit tubular foot portion and a tapered flat bed knit lower leg portion. Use of a flat knit lower leg portion allows pattern differentiation when yarn type and color, needle patterns, and stitch types are varied. Flat bed knitting of the lower leg portion also allows a substantial genuine width taper. The tapered flat bed knit lower leg portion 36 may be constructed using weft or warp knits, and may be equipped with drawstrings or other features like pockets.

Abstract: A shortened fastening or partial belt to be worn on the exterior of a garment at the waist. A strap, possibly of elastic material, includes hooks, clips or the like engaging elements at its opposite ends which are fastened, e.g. hooked, to belt loops. The belt pulls the belt loops toward each other, tightening the waist of the garment around the waist of the wearer. The length of the strap may be adjustable. The strap may be decorated on its surface or may be in a covering or sleeve of ornamental material.

Abstract: A helmet removal device for removing a helmet from a head of a wearer without applying tensile forces on the neck of the wearer. The removal device includes a bladder disposed between the helmet and the top of the head with the bladder so constructed and arranged that upon inflation from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration, the bladder at least partially displaces the head from within the helmet. The removal device may also include an inserting tool for inserting the bladder between the helmet and head while the helmet is being worn.

Abstract: A head impact force diversion system utilizes an apertured helmet, a rigid transfer arm, and a vest. The helmet, possessing an opening associated with a second shell which may be removably attached to the helmet or integral with its surface, and vest are worn in a conventional manner. The rigid transfer arm is mounted and affixed to the vest and extends upward from the mounting, the aperture of the helmet created by the two layers, and terminates underneath the outer shell above the wearers head. This system permits the usual range of motion of the heard and neck during various activities and protects the head and neck when the helmet receives an impact force.

Abstract: A disposable male urinary aid which allows a man to urinate directly into a toilet from a standing position by channeling the urine directly into water contained in the toilet bowl. The urinary aid is made of temporarily waterproof paper, and is tapered from a larger diameter at the top end thereof, to a smaller diameter at the bottom end thereof. Following use, the urinary aid may be flushed down the toilet, since it is made entirely of biodegradeable materials. A dispenser is provided to hold and dispense a plurality of the urinary aids, which are stored in the dispensed in a folded, non-interleaved fashion.

Abstract: Raw sewage, toilet paper or foreign matter is prevented from being stuck to an inner bowl of a stool by air bubbles. A cleaning mechanism of the stool comprises an outer cover which has an upper opening and can store cleaning liquid therein, an inner bowl accommodated inside the outer cover and a ring-shaped upper cover which contacts the upper end of the outer cover. An upper end peripheral edge of the inner bowl is spaced from the outer cover and upper cover and air is spouted from air discharge bodies provided at the bottom of the outer cover so that the air discharge bodies generate air bubbles which agitate the cleaning liquid so as to generate bubbles which stick to the entire surface of the inner wall of the inner bowl.

Abstract: The bidet is installed as an addition to a conventional toilet bowl having a hinged seat and lid. A nozzle arm is pivotable from an at-rest position, where the nozzle is tucked away unobtrusively under the toilet seat near the rim of the toilet bowl, to an operative spray position in which the nozzle is positioned centrally, to direct a gentle spray of water upwards at the underbody premises of a person sitting on the toilet bowl. Rotation of the lever arm causes a cam to push a spring-loaded plunger open, to produce a flow of water from a supply line, to the nozzle. When the toilet seat is raised, a spring raises the bidet assembly along with the seat, not only keeping it out of the way for male urination, but also facilitating cleaning of the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A spa cover lifting apparatus which can be adjusted to accommodate spa covers of different sizes and which can be attached to the spa cover without damaging said spa cover or requiring special fastening means. The spa cover lifting apparatus mounts on the spa frame and raises the spa cover from its horizontal engagement position to a vertical position freeing the spa for use. The lifting action of the apparatus being assisted by a telescoping gas strut.

Abstract: A sink for disabled persons. The sink is designed for use in the kitchen or in the bathroom. It includes at least one wide side ledge adequate for the placement of a faucet assembly, alleviating the problems associated with rear ledge faucet assembly placement. The bottom of the sink is designed to accommodate one in a wheelchair or sitting position.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an improved hand covering is provided which is defined by mating first and second hand shaped portions seamed one to each other to form a complete hand covering. The hand covering defines at least one finger stall, a thumb stall, a palm portion, a dorsal portion, and at least one finger crotch. At least one vertical fold is permanently defined in the hand covering. The at least one vertical fold is oriented substantially parallel to the at least one finger stall. The at least one vertical fold reduces an original palm circumferential dimension of the hand covering in an amount from about 10% to about 50%.

Abstract: A self-contained emergency eye wash station for dispensing eye wash fluid contained in a flexible container comprises a housing, a reservoir, and a platen. The housing supports the flexible container and supports a nozzle in fluid communication with the flexible container. The nozzle dispenses the eye wash fluid from the flexible container. The housing includes a drain capturing the eye wash fluid dispensed from the nozzle. The reservoir collects the eye wash fluid captured by the drain, and the reservoir is slidably mounted to the housing. The platen is connected to the reservoir. The platen is slidably movable relative to the housing and is located immediately above the flexible container. The platen presses downward on the flexible container with a downward force proportional to a weight of the eye wash fluid collected in the reservoir. The transfer of the weight of the eye wash fluid collected in the reservoir to the platen maintains a constant flow of eye wash fluid dispensed from the nozzle.

Abstract: An infant's crib for newborn infants and infants beyond in age is made, whereby the infant will always have available breathing air, providing the infant with ample oxygen, and preventing the buildup of carbon dioxide exhausted by the infant, as this carbon dioxide is carried away by air circulating under the infant's crib. The infant is supported on permeable materials which in turn are supported on a crib frame. The permeable materials are positioned at a spaced distance over a supporting structure upon which portions of the crib frame are positioned. Preferably, two layers of permeable materials are used. The bottom permeable layer is strong enough to support the infant and has many openings per square inch. The top permeable layer, lying on the bottom permeable layer, is used to improve the comfort of the infant, and there are fewer openings per square inch. Both the top and bottom permeable layers are readily removed for cleaning.

Abstract: A wave reduction system for a water mattress having a plurality of buoyant chambers sealed on a separation sheet used to divide the mattress interior between an upper and lower water containing chambers. The separation sheet is connected by a welded seam to a top and a bottom sheet of the mattress, and has cut-out portions at corners of the mattress to relieve stress on the welded seam. Passages are located in the separation sheet for communicating with each chamber.

Abstract: A modular air mattress including three separate pieces, one to support the head region, the middle abdomen region, and the lower leg region of a human body, respectively. The mattress pieces include a low air loss ventilating air mattress piece and conventional, non-ventilating mattress pieces. The ventilating mattress piece is positioned to support a body region susceptible to bed sores, while the conventional mattress pieces are positioned to support non-bed-sore susceptible body regions. Each piece has means for releasably coupling to each of the other pieces so that the ventilating air mattress piece and conventional mattress pieces may be conveniently positioned, and securely coupled, in any longitudinal series. The releasable coupling means also facilitates easy and convenient replacement and/or rearrangement of the mattress pieces.