Abstract: An aerial flare having a safe-and-arm ignition system in which a radially vable valve element or slider is retained in a safe position obstructing ignition ports by engagement of the slider with interior walls of the flare casing. To deploy the flare, an expulsion charge is electrically detonated, ruptures a frangible barrier, ignites primer in the igniter, and expels igniter-illuminant assembly from the forward end of the casing. When the igniter clears the casing, the slider is powered radially outwardly under the force of a biasing spring to uncover the ignition ports so that the parts are in an arm position. The flaming primer then ignites the illuminant through the open ignition ports.

Abstract: A process for preparing high density detergent agglomerates having a density of at least 650 g/l is provided. The process comprises the step of continuously mixing detergent granules having a density of less than about 450 g/l in a moderate speed mixer/densifier wherein the granules are pulverized and densified to produce agglomerates having a density of at least 650 g/l . The mean residence time of the granules in the moderate speed mixer/densifier is at least about 12 minutes, and preferably from 12 to 15 minutes. The process further includes the step of either spraying a binder or adding a coating agent in the mixer/densifier to facilitate agglomeration of the granules. Thereafter, the agglomerates are dried to obtain the high density granular detergent agglomerates which are ready for packaging as a low dosage detergent.

Abstract: A closed flexible superconductive ribbon, is made to confine magnetic flux nd which is thereafter elongated and selectively twisted to form a desired type of magnetic field. The shape of the twist is varied for the particular application. A helical field source for twister type geometries, for example, can be implemented by winding the stretched superconducting loop around a cylindrical tube. In another embodiment, the superconductive ribbon is twisted into two halves, one of which is rotated 180.degree. with respect to the other. In such a configuration, two fields exist which are mutually opposite to each other.

Abstract: A quasi-passive identification system having an interrogator and a passive ransponder. The interrogator has a signal generator that generates radio-frequency energy under the control of a manual actuator. A preset encoder encodes the radio-frequency energy with an interrogation code to produce an interrogation signal that is radiated by an antenna. The transponder has an receiver for receiving the interrogation signal and separating it into received radio-frequency energy and a coded signal. A decoder decodes the coded signal and looks for a match between the coded signal and the interrogation code. A response transmitter, which is controlled by the decoder, encodes the received radio-frequency energy with the response code and radiates the response signal. When a receiver in the interrogator receives the response signal, the response signal is decoded and analyzed for a proper response. A response indicator is energized when a proper response is received.

Abstract: An improved reusable multiactive electrophotographic element has a charge-transport layer comprising a triarylamine charge-transport material in a binder comprising a polyester containing recurring units having the structure ##STR1##

Abstract: A method of processing with a developer a silver halide photographic light-sensitive material is disclosed, the material comprising a support and provided thereon, a silver halide emulsion layer comprising silver halide grains having not less than 90 mol % chloride, the emulsion layer or a hydrophilic colloid layer adjacent to the emulsion layer containing a tetrazolium compound, or a hydrazine derivative, and replenisher for developer being supplied to the developer in an amount of not more than 200 ml per m.sup.2 of the material processed, wherein the developer contains a carbonate salt in an amount of not less than 0.2 mol/liter.

Abstract: Disclosed is a silver halide photographic light-sensitive emulsion comprising silver halide grains and a dispersant, wherein at least 50% of the total projected areas of the silver halide grains are occupied by tabular silver halide grains wherein the tabular silver halide grains each have two or more twin plane parallel to major plane of the tabular silver halide grains and an average distance between the two or more twin planes is not less than 130 .ANG. and not more than 500 .ANG. and a grain size distribution of the tabular silver halide grains is less than 20%.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to methods of isolating, culturing and propagating epithelial matrix cells by removing/isolating the bulb region of a hair follicle directly above the dermal papilla, incubating the bulb in a pre-coated culture dish containing Chang medium supplemented with 10% fetal bovine serum, replacing the Chang medium with keratinocyte growth medium after 3-4 days, propagating the cells to the next passage after adding the keratinocyte growth medium and passing the pure epithelial matrix cells again to obtain a third passage of cells. The epithelial matrix cells may be passed for up to six passages, and are useful for screening potential hair growth actives.

Abstract: An emulsion and emulsion drilling fluid are disclosed. The emulsion has utility as an oil based drilling fluid comprising a glycol emulsified in a synthetic hydrocarbon material. The synthetic hydrocarbon material has an average molecular weight of from about 120 to 1,000 and is synthesized from one or more olefinic monomers having a chain length of C.sub.2 to C.sub.14.

Abstract: A method for making silarylene-siloxane polymers having the Formula: ##STR1## where R.sub.1 -R.sub.6 are alkyl or aryl and n is an integer above about , wherein the rate of reaction and the degree of polymerization achieved when reacting disilanols with dichlorosilanes to form silarylene-siloxane polymers are unexpectedly enhanced by a subsequent charge into the reaction medium of a tertiary amine which functions as an acid acceptor.

Abstract: A process for reducing the concentration of epichlorohydrin by-products in the manufacture of polyamide-epichlorohydrin resins, comprising reacting polyaminopolyamide prepolymer in aqueous solution with epichlorohydrin and an immiscible solvent for the epichlorohydrin, continuing the reaction of the prepolymer with the epichlorohydrin to produce the desired viscosity of the aqueous phase, stabilizing the resin product by diluting or acidifying the aqueous phase, separating the solvent from the aqueous resin, and treating the solvent phase with caustic to convert epichlorohydrin by-products to epichlorohydrin for recycling.

Abstract: A compound sanitary napkin including a primary absorbent member and a secondary absorbent member. The primary absorbent member has a length and a width. The secondary absorbent member has a length and a width. The primary absorbent member and the secondary absorbent member have a common length. The primary absorbent member includes an absorbent core and a fluid pervious topsheet superposed on the absorbent core. The secondary absorbent member includes a fluid pervious topsheet, a fluid impervious backsheet joined to the topsheet and an absorbent element positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet. The primary absorbent member is affixed to the secondary absorbent member by union means in such a manner that the longest unattached distance between adjacent points of attachment is less than 75% of the common length.

Abstract: A shrub rose variety producing pink flowers.

Abstract: This new and distinct Gala apple cultivar is the result of a whole tree mutation of the Tenroy cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,121). The fruit of this cultivar is distinguished by its attractive bright Nopal Red undercolor overlain by darker Nopal Red stripes covering 90-100% of the fruit surface, the timing of color development, and by its improved storage life.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Persicaria plant named Taurus, characterized by its compact habit, deep crimson flowers which do not fade, long fall flowering which continues until severe frost, and its upright flowering spikes which make this cultivar ideal for borders or cut flowers.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named Pink Miami particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; light purple ray floret color; small flowers, with a diameter across face of capitulum of 38 to 41 mm when fully opened, when grown as a single stem spray cut mum; flowering response is 51 to 60 days after start of short days; plant height is 81 to 89 cm when grown with 17 to 18 long days prior to start of short days; peduncle length of both the first and the fourth lateral at flowering after removing the apical bud without growth regulator applications is 5 to 8 cm; high production of flowers per stem, with 14 to 17 laterals developing; top laterals produce one terminal flower, lower laterals produce one terminal flower and 2 to 4 secondary flowers; and recommended as spray cut mum.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named White Miami particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; white ray floret color; small flowers, with a diameter across face of capitulum of 38 to 41 mm when fully opened, when grown as a single stem spray cut mum; flowering response is 51 to 60 days after start of short days; plant height is 79 to 86 cm when grown with 17 to 18 long days prior to start of short days; peduncle length of both the first and the fourth lateral at flowering after removing the apical bud without growth regulator applications is 5 to 8 cm; high production of flowers per stem, with 14 to 17 laterals developing; top laterals produe one terminal flower, lower laterals produce one terminal flower and 2 to 4 secondary flowers; and recommended as spray cut mum.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of poinsettia plant named Marblestar, characterized by the combined traits of salmon pink main bract color with irregular cream-white margins, medium to dark green foliage, compact to medium tall, bushy plant habit, medium early flowering response, and good color retention.

Abstract: A new distinct variety Anthurium andraceanum is provided which forms attractive medium to large bright lilac-pink blossoms. The growth habit is compact and well-branched. The leaves are bright green and medium in size. The coloration of the spadix closely approximates that of the spathe when the flowers are mature. The fully mature flowers turn to a darker shade of red inthe substantial absence of browning thereby extending the duration of their attractiveness while remaining on the plant. The new variety propagates well by tissue culture and is amenable to shipment without undue damage. The new variety serves well as an attractive ornamental pot plant and has been named the `Lipstick` variety.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a flooring system especially designed for facilities which house data processing equipment such as data processing centers, computer rooms and offices having a false floor raised above an existing floor. This false floor is comprised of removable panels laid side-by-side upon raised support members forming channels through which cables, hoses, wires and other computer interconnections can be routed.

Abstract: The present invention rleates to the effective leak detection of refrigerants by the addition of dyes from the general chemical class of naphthalimide fluorescent dyes in a refrigeration system where said refrigeration system employs alone, or in combination, a refrigerant in a hermetic system such as, but not limited to, chlorofluorocarbons (CFC), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) and any hydrogen, halogenated or ether derivatives of the methane, hydrogen, halogenated, ether or cyclic derivatives of either ethane, propane, butane, pentane, mixtures of HCFC, HFC, hydrocarbons, carbon dioxide and ammonia.Leakage is determined by inspection of the sealed system using a lamp having an emission wavelength from 300 to 480 nanometers providing an indication of any system leakage.

Abstract: The sequence for a case of scanning by an ultrasound prove having a plurality of transducers, for example, m numbers, is as follows: first scan line.fwdarw.(m-l)th scan line.fwdarw.mth scan line.fwdarw.first scan line.fwdarw.second scan line.fwdarw.mth scan line.fwdarw.first scan line.fwdarw.second scan line.fwdarw.third scan line.fwdarw.first scan line.fwdarw.. . . The ultrasound probe transmits ultrasound beams to a subject and receives echo signals reflected from the subject in accordance with the above sequence. Doppler signals obtained from the echo signals are stored in a memory. When the predetermined number of Doppler signals in each line are stored in the memory, the Doppler signals in each line are read out from the memory. By such scanning sequence, a repeat frequency, i.e., a sampling frequency of Doppler signals of the ultrasound beams transmitted in the same direction, is a shorter.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for driving a drilling or precussion tool having a spindle that rotates with respect to a housing. One end of the spindle is adapted to fasten to a tool piece and the other end is connected to an oscillating percussion body movable in the housing by means of a guideway. A drive shaft rotates the tool spindle into rotation or actuates the percussion body via a transmission that is provided with means for converting the rotary motion of the drive shaft into an oscillatory motion of a drive member. The drive member is connected to the precussion body through an elastic member having a non-linear spring characteristic.

Abstract: An improved vehicle tire deflator that is a foldable and can be deployed by pushing it or pulling it to an extended attitude across at least one full traffic lane. The deflator includes a plurality of rocker arms that are each pivotally coupled to base supports, forming a frame that is collapsible and when extended, includes a stop arrangement for holding the rocker arms apart. The rocker arms each include a plurality of actuators that incorporate spaced center holed and countersunk spike base bosses, each boss to accommodate an end of a hollow spike and attached resilient grommet fitted therein.

Abstract: A boneless meat product .Iadd.and method for making such product.Iaddend., including hams and other boneless meat, the meat being spirally sliced around an axis through the meat. The axis is created by the insertion of a temporary support member through the meat. The meat is mounted in meat slicing apparatus which rotates the meat. A slicer blade is introduced into the meat in a plane substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation while the meat is rotating. The slicer blade is then indexed linearly along an axis parallel to the axis of rotation of the meat, thereby effecting a spiral cut in the meat. The meat is removed from the apparatus following slicing operations and the support member removed from the meat.

Abstract: A movable toy having a vibrator arrangement adapted to be mounted in a toy body. The vibrator includes one or more vibrating elements eccentrically mounted on the shaft of a motor that is energized into rotation by a switch. The rotation of the eccentrically mounted vibrating element causes the toy to vibrate and move in different directions depending on how the vibrator is mounted in the toy body. The toy body has an outer portion in which is embedded dyed artificial hair. The bottom portion of the toy body is made of a smooth material for ease of movement of the toy along a contacting surface.

Abstract: The present invention comprises novel oxide materials exhibiting bulk superconductivity up to and exceeding 85K and processes for their synthesis. The oxides are within the formula R.sub.a Ba.sub.b Cu.sub.c O.sub.d wherein 1.9<a<2.1, 3.9<b<4.1, 6.8<c<7.2, 14.4<d<15.2 and wherein R is Y or any of the lanthanide rare earth elements. Certain substitutions such as Ca and La on the R and Ba sites are included.

Abstract: A rectangular, flexible, impervious body is provided, on its inside, with unwoven fibrous lining. The body is formed of a vinyl sheet and has a shin protector pad along the central longitudinal portion of the body. This shin protector is retained in a pocket formed by an overlay which cooperates with the body for confining the pad in a pocket. Velcro.RTM. straps cooperate with each other and are secured to the edge portions of the rectangular body so that, when the legging is wrapped around the leg of a person, portions of the straps will overlap and removably join together.

Abstract: A garment shield is provided for attaching to a garment having a garment front torso section, a garment rear torso section and a garment sleeve section which are secured together along a sleeve seam line. The garment shield includes a shield seam line, a shield torso section and a shield sleeve section. The shield seam line conforms with the sleeve seam line. The shield torso section includes a front panel, a rear panel and a lower panel which extend from the shield seam line over a portion of the garment front and rear torso sections. The shield sleeve section includes a front panel, a rear panel and a lower panel which are stitched along the shield seam line to the front, rear and lower panels of the shield torso section, respectively. The front, rear and lower panels of the shield sleeve section extend from the shield seam line over a portion of the garment sleeve section.

Abstract: A resistive exercise suit has a resistive shirt and resistive exercise trousers. The resistive exercise shirt uses tension bands on sleeve fronts and backs and attachment to central elastic blocks on the front and back of the shirt. Both the tension bands and the elastic blocks are incorporated into the shirt and provide means by which resistance can be made against arm movements. Thumb stirrups form the sleeve ends and serve as means by which the hands may engage the tension bands and apply resistance against the arms and their muscles. The tension bands may be adjustably attached to the elastic blocks. The thumb stirrups may also be adjustable. Front and back flaps form an adjustably attachable shirttail that may pass between the wearer's legs in order to ensure a snug and secure fit of the resistive exercise shirt to the wearer. Connection of the front and back flaps ensure that the resistive exercise shirt does not ride up on the wearer.

Abstract: A caddy integral to a jacket or other upper garment is provided for conveniently storing and accessing companion pants or other lower garment. A panel formed of mesh net or other porous fabric or other material is joined to an inner surface of the upper garment to form a compartment for receiving the lower garment, the compartment being sized to evenly distribute the bulk of the lower garment over a substantial portion of the inner surface of the upper garment. A hanger device is provided in the compartment for supporting the lower garment within the compartment while the upper garment is being worn. The compartment is constructed to allow access to the compartment from the inside of the upper garment to permit a wearer to quickly and easily remove the lower garment from the compartment, without removal of the upper garment.

Abstract: A drape for nursing and so forth may have a flat member having opposing ends, for lying over a shoulder and to cover a breast and baby of a nursing mother, with the member containing weights about the opposing ends. Another drape for nursing and so forth has a flat member generally in the shape of a semicircle, for lying over a shoulder and to cover a breast and baby of a nursing mother, which has an arc-like recess to accommodate the neck of the mother. A further drape for nursing and so forth has a flat member with two elongate members attached thereto, with the elongate members containing weights at distal ends thereof, wherein the flat member is to cover at least the upper chest area of a wearer with said elongate members lying over the shoulders of the wearer. The drape is generally made of a soft material, and is useful not only for mothers who would nurse their infants in public but also may find utility as an apron or bib for hospital, nursing home or kitchen use.

Abstract: There is disclosed a body contacting article, eg. a surgeon's glove which comprises a first layer of a natural or synthetic elastomer and thereupon a layer of polymer comprising repeating units of the formula:[--CH.sub.2 --CH(OR)--] and [--CH(CO.sub.2 H)--CH(CO.sub.2 R.sup.1)--](I)[--CH.sub.2 --CH(R.sup.4)--] and [--CH(CO.sub.2 H)--CH(CO.sub.2 R.sup.1)--](IA)wherein R is a lower alkyl group and R.sup.1 is a lower alkyl group or a (lower) alkoxy (low) alkyl group, and R.sup.4 is hydrogen or a phenyl group.

Abstract: A cap is formed of a metallized fabric capable of being fabricated with conventional cut and sew techniques into a baseball style cap and serviceable both as a head covering and as a means for shielding the head of the wearer and attenuating selected electric field, electromagnetic field or other radio frequencies which, unless shielded and attenuated, would pass through the cap and provide a cause of concern for the wearer of the cap.

Abstract: A portable fan apparatus is provided for ventilating toilet bowls by forced ventilation wherein air from the toilet bowl is exhausted by the fan via a tube that extends through the water trap formed by water in the trap formed partly by the bottom of the toilet bowl and partly by the drain portion of the toilet, thereby exhausting the foul air into the drain line of the building's plumbing system. The apparatus can be carried by a traveler from toilet to toilet, thereby to provide the desired ventilation for any toilet facility the traveler may visit.

Abstract: A hinge assembly for installation on a toilet to mount a toilet seat on a toilet for pivotal movement between an up position and a down position, and to automatically move the seat from the up position to the down position after the toilet is flushed. The assembly includes a shaft mounted for rotation about its axis between an up position and a down position. A hinge member for attachment to the toilet seat is mounted on the shaft so that when seat and the shaft are in their down positions, movement of the seat to the up position rotates the shaft to its up position, and when the seat and the shaft are in their up positions, rotation of the shaft to the down position pivots the seat to its down position. A spring resiliently biases the shaft to rotate from its up position to its down position.

Abstract: A toilet seat bidet assembly including a toilet seat mounted for pivoting movement about a rear hinge, the toilet seat including a flow control, water heater, thermostat, water diverter, front and rear nozzles, with at least the rear nozzle being retractable, air blower and air heater for heating the air, all in the confines of the toilet seat, and a friction hinge with slow damping downward pivoting movement with effortless upper pivoting movement.