Abstract: A paper feed system suitable for use with a portion control machine to provide paper sheets for separating portions, including a paper hopper mountable to a portion control machine and adapted to receive and temporarily retain a stack of paper sheets. The paper hopper has an open end having a front edge spaced opposite from a back edge and defining a ready position where a paper sheet lies in a first plane to be dispensed. The paper feed system further includes a paper support having a length to width ratio of 10 to 1 or greater. The paper support is mounted adjacent the open end of the paper hopper blocking the free exit of paper sheets therefrom, with the support extending from a central location on the back edge partially to a central location on the front edge. An upper surface of the support is substantially parallel with the first plane and is adjacent the first plane for retention of a paper sheet in the ready position.

Abstract: A high capacity, high reliability cassette tray sheet feeding assembly for supporting a high capacity stack of sheets, and for feeding such sheets with a high degree of reliability, one at a time, in a sheet using machine. The high capacity, high reliability cassette tray sheet feeding assembly includes a cassette frame for removing and reinstalling into a sheet supply station of the sheet using machine. The cassette frame has a front end over which sheets are fed into the machine, and a forward feed corner snubber that is mounted to one corner of the front end of the cassette frame for preventing the feeding of multiple sheets at a time. The cassette frame includes a fixed position stationary base plate within the cassette frame for supporting a high capacity stack of sheets having a topmost sheet.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an article orienting apparatus for use in a printing process. The apparatus includes a power roller inclined at an acute angle to the article path for wrappingly receiving an article. The article is moved from a first orientation to a second orientationm. The apparatus further includes a second drum for inverting the moving articles.

Abstract: Sheet collation apparatus and method operate on a random array of seriatim sheets to effect ordered stack collation. An edge guide surface is located along a sheet support surface extending from a sheet ingress to egress. A plurality of conical rollers are configured and relatively overdriven to effect edge alignment and sheet end separations between the sheet ingress and egress.

Abstract: An image input device is provided with an engagement assembly that releasably engages a document to hold the document on a carriage against the bias force of a biasing member. The engagement assembly includes a stop assembly that releasably engages the document and a release mechanism for releasing the original document from the stop assembly permitting the biasing member to urge the document in a discharge direction. The engagement can be operated either manually or by motor. The document can then be removed from the input device at any time except during the scanning operation.

Abstract: A gaming machine comprising variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of symbols for each of a plurality of symbol columns which are moved and stopped in a direction across at least one winning line, and sound generating means for generating sounds when each of the plurality of symbol columns is moved and stopped, respectively. The sound generating means generates different sounds for each of the symbols positioned on the winning line when each of the plurality of symbol columns is stopped. Alternatively, the sound generating means generates different sounds for each of the symbols passing on the winning line while each of the plurality of symbol columns is moved.

Abstract: The present invention provides a machine for shuffling multiple decks of playing cards including a first vertically extending magazine for holding a stack of unshuffled playing cards, and second and third vertically extending magazines each for holding a stack of cards, the second and third magazines being horizontally spaced from and adjacent to the first magazine. A first card mover is at the top of the first magazine for moving cards from the top of the stack of cards in the first magazine to the second and third magazines to cut the stack of unshuffled playing cards into two unshuffled stacks. Second and third card movers are at the top of the second and third magazines, respectively, for randomly moving cards from the top of the stack of cards in the second and third magazines, respectively, back to the first magazine, thereby interleaving the cards to form a vertically registered stack of shuffled cards in the first magazine.

Abstract: Playing pieces are provided to each player for movement among the spaces in accordance with the roll of the die and indicia printed on selected spaces when a playing piece is moved to that location. The object of the game is for one player to cross a space designated state line, the crossing being determined by the number of points a player has accumulated during play and the number rolled on a die.

Abstract: The invention relates to a new transportable konane game with a pouch that opens into a playable flat surface and new rules of play.

Abstract: A method and game board are disclosed for combining the play of a card game, such as twenty-one, based upon at least one card deck having fifty-two cards divided into four suites of duces through aces and the play of craps based upon two dice each having six faces numbered one to six. The board presents a semi-circular playing arena with a dealer playing area adjacent the straight diameter of the semicircular playing arena and a plurality of player areas spaced about the circumference of the circular periphery of said semi-circular playing arena and opposed to the dealer playing area. Each of the player areas comprises a rectangular card box and a plurality of craps wager indicator circles dividing the numbers 2 through 12 into a plurality of groups for wagering at different odds for each group. After the wagers based upon the cards are settled, each player who has beaten the dealer with a blackjack is offered the roll of the dice and a craps wager on one of the craps wager circles.

Abstract: A dice game called "House 6" is disclosed in which the object of the games is to roll a combination containing the highest pair and the highest third dice value. Each player plays against the other players or against a designated player "Dealer". Each player and/or dealer rolls three dice, and then has the option of accepting the result of that roll, or rolling one more time. All combinations are compared to that of each player in turn and the combination with the higher value wins. If there is a Dealer or PlayerDealer, then the dealer's dice combination is compared against that of each player in succession to determine the winner between each player and the dealer.

Abstract: A domed game including a transparent dome mounted to a hollow base with game balls enclosed therein. The base has a top surface comprising a shoulder and a concave cavity. A plurality of ball recesses are arranged along the shoulder. A colored lever is associated with each of the ball recesses. Protruding from the top of the dome is a movable activating member. When the activating member is moved to an activated state an engaging member connected to the activating member, slides to an engaged position whereby power is supplied to a motor. The motor is operatively connected to a rotating member in the bottom of the base which rotates and thereby causes the balls in the base to randomly project into the dome. Some of the projected balls will randomly fall or drop into the ball recesses. The user depresses the lever and thereby ejects from the ball recess balls that do not match in color with the associated lever.

Abstract: A goalpost comprises a frame 10 on which is located a net 38.

Abstract: A portable target assembly including a target plate having both a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation. Further included is a drive mechanism adapted to effect raising of the target plate upon the receipt of a target raise signal and further effect lowering of the target plate upon the receipt of a target lower signal. For controlling the present invention, a control mechanism is adapted to transmit to the drive mechanism a target lower signal upon the target being hit. Also, the control mechanism is adapted to transmit to the drive mechanism a target raise signal upon the receipt of proper indication from a user with a hand-held transmitter. In an alternate embodiment, a timer is connected to the control mechanism in lieu of utilizing a transmitter. In such embodiment, the control mechanism is adapted to transmit to the drive mechanism a target raise signal after a predetermined amount of time after the target is hit.

Abstract: A set for preventing flow of a fluid under pressure between a first surface and a second surface spaced-apart from the first surface. The seal is molded or otherwise formed from a composition comprising a blend of from about 79-87% by weight of a copolymer of polytetrafluoroethylene and perfluoropropylene vinyl ether, from about 10-14% by weight of polyimide, and from about 3-7% by weight of carbon fiber. The seal is interposable between the first and second surface effective to prevent the flow of the fluid therethrough.

Abstract: In a seal for a rolling bearing, the seal has a molding member formed from a rubber material, the molding member including a lip portion, the molding member having 0.3 to 5.0 MPa of tensile stress at 10% strain and no less than 50% of elongation at break after the rubber material is subjected to an accelerated air aging at 130.degree. C. for 1000 hours. The rubber material includes the nitrile rubber compound containing a raw-material rubber, with respect to 100 weight parts of the raw-material rubber, 0.3 to 5.0 weight parts of an age resistor, and 0.3 to 5.0 weight parts of at least one secondary age resistor. The seal prevents grease enclosed in the rolling bearing from leaking out, the lip portion from being broken, and dust resistance from being lowered even in the case where the rolling bearing is used in a high-temperature environment.

Abstract: A sealing assembly that significantly reduces or eliminates blow-by, peristolic pumping and sealing element flutter while, at the same time, reducing to ultra low levels friction between the sealing element and its assembly. The assembly has surfaces in at least one of the bore wall or piston to form a groove facing the other of the wall or piston, the groove having exposed smoothly curved shoulders which face each other. A sealing element is positioned in the groove, the element having smoothly curved side surfaces mateable with the groove shoulders for supporting the element in the groove. The sealing element has an exposed outer surface (crown) which also is smoothly curved with a pair of mirror image shoulders, The crown is effective to tangentially contact the cylinder wall while the element side surfaces each tangentially contact their respective mating groove shoulders.

Abstract: The invention relates to a metallic cylinder head gasket for an internal combustion engine, having a carrier plate which is arranged between cover plates. The carrier plate and cover plates are provided with passages which are commensurate with the combustion chambers of the internal combustion engine. The cover plates are provided, around each passage, with a resilient bead. Adjacent to each bead, and also extending around each passage, is a bead deformation limiter. The deformation limiters are shaped to prevent the occurrence of high edge pressures.

Abstract: A packing member having an annular body with a circular outer wall and circular inner wall, with first and second end walls extending between the inner and outer walls includes a relatively soft upper portion formed from an elastomeric polymeric material having a Shore A hardness of between about 65 and 80 and a fabric reinforced, harder lower portion formed from elastomeric polymeric material having a Shore A hardness greater than the Shore A hardness of the upper portion. A groove, having a lower wall extends axially into said annular body through the first end wall and defines a plane perpendicular to an annular axis. The upper portion of the annular body includes inner and outer sealing lips formed adjacent to at least a portion of the groove, the outer sealing lip extending vertically beyond the inner sealing lip and the inner sealing lip having an inner sealing edge intersected by the plane defined by the lower wall of the groove.

Abstract: A flexible boot (10) comprises a body (80) which defines a cavity (82) for receiving a universal joint (50). A first end portion (100) of the body (80) encircles an intermediate steering shaft (30). The first end portion (108) includes a pair of annular ribs (110 and 112) and a first annular lip (102) which extends radially inward to provide a seal between the first end portion (100) of the body (80) and the intermediate steering shaft (30). The pair of annular ribs (100 and 112) are located adjacent the first annular lip (102) and extend radially inward. The pair of ribs (110 and 112) define a recess (118) therebetween. The flexible boot (10) further comprises a bearing (90) in the recess (118) for supporting rotation of the intermediate steering shaft (30) relative to the flexible boot (10), and a second end portion (120) of the body (80) which includes a second annular lip (122) for receipt in a groove (62) on a steering gear housing (60) to secure the body (80) to the steering gear housing (60).

Abstract: A metal gasket of the invention is used for an internal combustion engine, and is basically formed of a metal plate for constituting the gasket. The metal plate includes a hole and a bead around the hole for sealing therearound. A first coating layer is formed on at least a part of an upper surface of the metal plate except an upper portion of the bead. Thus, when the gasket is used, reduction of a surface pressure formed on the bead is prevented while fluid flowing through the hole is prevented by the bead and the first coating layer. The metal plate may be combined with one or more metal plates to constitute a metal laminate gasket.

Abstract: A hitch adapter with integral protective device that is suited for mounting to a conventional sleeve-type hitch. The protective device protects the hitch adapter from damage due to impacts with a ground surface. Depending brackets are fixedly attached to the hitch adapter, the brackets supporting the integral protective device. The periphery of the protective device is offset from the axis of the sleeve which is insertable into a socket of the sleeve-type hitch. A roller is mounted to the depending bracket to provide a contact member that will contact the surface of the ground and prevent the balance of the hitch from coming into contact with the ground. Alternatively, a skid plate is mounted on the dependent bracket to provide a contact member for protecting the hitch adapter.

Abstract: The shelving comprises receiving troughs, with many supporting rods mounted between the upper and the lower receiving troughs to allow them to be piled one over another for being fixedly assembled with the engaging stubs on the bottom ends of the supporting rods inserting into the top location holes on their respective lower receiving troughs, each engaging stub has a protruding rib on one of its sides for firmer connection; the posts have rollers on the feet and with top holes thereon to allow insertion of the stubs, so that the shelving after assemblying can be pushed to move about; when disassembled, the receiving troughs can be fittingly lapped over one another, the supporting rods, also the posts, can be collected four in one group to form a cylinder shape, as is beneficial to saving space, shipping and storage.

Abstract: In a bicycle, the front wheel mudguard is fastened with the aid of wire-shaped stays which are in each case bent to form an eye at that end which is adjacent to the axle of the wheel. The eye is held by latching in a receiving pocket which is located in a shaped part fastened to the front wheel fork. In this manner, the front wheel is prevented from locking should objects penetrate into the gap between the mudguard and the tire while in motion.

Abstract: A motorized breakdown vehicle for an armored vehicle such as a tank includes a chassis that supports a platform having a gangway and a ladder for climbing to the platform. The ladder and gangway are hinged to the platform around a common hinge pin and are selectively connected to one another by a releasable locking structure such that the gangway and the ladder are integral with one another during transport and are independently maneuverable during maintenance.

Abstract: An assembly for converting a three-wheeled baby stroller to a two-wheeled bicycle trailer configuration. The conversion assembly includes an upper frame attachment attached to the upper stroller frame. Left and right support members are connected to a forward portion of the upper frame attachment and extend downward and each have at a lower end thereof an axle extension assembly. This assembly is positioned between the end of the stroller rear axle and the stroller rear wheel to extend the rear wheel base of the stroller to provide increased stability. A tow arm assembly extends from a forward end of the upper frame attachment and at a forward end thereof carries a hitch which clamps to the seatpost of a bicycle. An elongated baseplate is positioned at the forward end of the stroller lower frame and securely clamped thereto.

Abstract: A ski or other snow board, has an injected core extending at least up to the tip. Along a neutral fiber there is placed either a metal plate which is coated with rubber on its two faces, or a simple band of rubber or visco-elastic material. Resilience to shear forces is thus obtained, and the risk of breaking the tip is thereby reduced. The same structure may also be provided at the heel of the ski.

Abstract: A step-in snowboard binding having a base plate for mounting on the top surface of a snowboard, a clamping plate for holding the base plate in a fixed rotational position on the board and a boot plate adapted to be fixed to the bottom of the boot and engagable with the base plate by step-in motion. The boot plate includes fixed pins on one side of the boot which are received in a fixed retention block on the base plate. Openings on the opposite side of the boot plate are adapted to be engaged by spring biased locking pins mounted on a second retention block on the base plate. The locking plungers may be released by a release lever which withdraws the plungers and allows the boot to be removed.

Abstract: The invention is related to a binding element for alpine skis including a base connected to the ski, a body mounted on the base, a boot retention jaw borne by the body, an energy spring housed in the body to elastically oppose the opening movements of the jaw in response to biases of the boot, and a support plate on which the sole of the boot rests. The support plate is configured for being mobile in a rocking motion, and a linking arrangement, sensitive to the rocking motions of the support plate, connect the support plate to one of the mobile members of the binding element to reduce the resistance force that the boot must overcome in order to be released by the jaw in response to a rocking bias exerted on the support plate.

Abstract: A three-wheeled jogging stroller with demountable wheels, a removable cloth-like seat and a collapsible frame assembly. The frame assembly includes a primary structural rear axle assembly having a member of an enlarged diameter tubular construction with couplers at opposite ends thereof for supporting demountable or removable large diameter spoked wheel pneumatic tires with the axles thereof canted so that the wheels are downwardly divergent relative to the ground. The rear axle assembly has pivotally coupled thereto a pair of upright support members and a fork assembly. A pair of generally parallel fork members support the removable front wheel at one end thereof, while at the other end, the fork members are pivotally coupled to the rear axle member by means so that the pivotable coupling is displaced, or offset, a given distance from the axis of the rear axle member so that, on folding, the fork and the upright support members are generally parallel to one another.

Abstract: A suspension arm in which the accuracy of a bush supporting portion is improved. The suspension arm is formed by respectively welding both side portions of an upper plate member and both side portions of a lower plate member to each other, the upper plate member and the lower plate member each having a substantially U-shaped cross-sectional configuration. The bush supporting portion is formed in such a manner that an upper cylindrical portion and a lower cylindrical portion are respectively formed by burring at rear ends of the upper plate member and the lower plate member. Further, clearances are respectively formed between the side portions of the upper plate member and the upper cylindrical portion, and between the side portions of the lower plate member and the lower cylindrical portion.

Abstract: An air bag module (12) includes an inflator (18) that is actuatable to supply inflation fluid to inflate an inflatable vehicle occupant protection device (16). A housing (14) directs the inflation fluid from the inflator (18) toward the inflatable device (16). At least one vent opening (40) is formed in the housing (14) for selectively venting inflation fluid from the housing. A door panel (70) is movable between a closed position blocking venting of inflation fluid from the housing (14) and an open position enabling venting of inflation fluid from the housing. The door panel (70), when in the closed position, is biased toward the open position. In one embodiment, the door panel (70) is resiliently deformable. In another embodiment, a spring (71a) is connected with a door (70a) and biases the door toward the open position.

Abstract: An air bag inflator (10) contains inflation fluid in a chamber (40) in a container (20). The container (20) has a fluid outlet (28) closed by a closure means (30). An assembly (50) connected with the container (20) includes a fill tube (120) for filling the container (20) with inflation fluid (42). A glass seal (140) blocks leakage of inflation fluid from the chamber (40) around the fill tube. In a preferred embodiment, the assembly (50) is an igniter assembly that includes two electrodes (100, 110). The glass seal (140) blocks fluid leakage from the chamber (40) around the electrodes (110, 110).

Abstract: An airbag device including a gas-emitting substance chamber having an opening. A gas-emitting substance is provided in the gas-emitting substance chamber including between about seventy-six to about eighty percent by weight of a high energy explosive and about twelve to about fifteen percent by weight of a combustible binder. An igniter provided within the gas-emitting substance chamber ignites the gas-emitting substance. A pressure reducing valve arranged in the opening of the gas-emitting substance chamber maintains a desired pressure in the gas-emitting substance chamber during burning of the gas-emitting substance. A gas container having an opening contains a gas for oxidizing gas produced by burning of the gas-emitting substance. A closure closes the opening in the gas container. A mixing chamber is joined to the gas-emitting substance chamber and the gas container in the vicinity of the opening of the gas-emitting substance chamber and in the vicinity of the opening of the gas container.

Abstract: A safety net construction used to separate a passenger compartment from an article storage compartment includes a lower marginal edge provided with a frame piece having a pair of spaced apart weakened segments that permit redistribution of tension forces applied to the safety net. The lower marginal edge of the safety net is fastened to the vehicle at fastening locations spaced closer together than the spacing of the weakened segments.

Abstract: A glow-in-the dark book which contains at least one composite predetermined sheet and phosphorescent material. The phosphorescent material has the ability to glow in the dark after the glow-in-the dark book is subjected to a light source. The glow-in-the dark book can glow in the dark after only a one step exposure process.

Abstract: A new and improved index tab for identifying each individual video tape, audio tape, compact disc, or the like in a collection whereby an index tab having identifying indicia is affixed to the outside of the case containing the tape or disc, the tab being positioned to project beyond the edge of the case when the case is set on the opposite edge so the indicia printed thereon may be easily viewed without requiring movement of the case or assumption of an uncomfortable body position by the viewer, the index tab comprising a clip formed from a strip of thin stiff flexible transparent material such as plastic, the clip having at the top an integral pocket formed therein for receiving a label, the clip also having at the bottom an integral planar base, the base having a coating of pressure-sensitive adhesive on one side whereby the index tab may be attached to the tape or compact disc case, and a planar label formed of stiff paper or the like having a surface suitable for writing upon, the label being releasedly

Abstract: A method for producing a validation mark on security paper includes printing the mark on the paper using an ink that has the same color as the paper but which has more uniform directional reflectance than the sheet of paper. That is, the dried ink is a more uniform diffuse reflector than is the paper. When the mark is illuminated by a light source located on one side of the mark, the mark appears lighter than the paper around it when viewed from the same side as the light source, but the mark appears darker than the paper around it when viewed from the side opposite the light source. An exemplary formulation is given.

Abstract: A fuel hose breakaway unit comprising couplers that are held in assembled relation by longitudinally extending fingers that are mounted on the outlet coupler and engage abutment lugs on the inlet coupler. When a predetermined longitudinal separation force is applied to the couplers, the fingers flex outwardly to a release position, permitting the couplers to separate. The fingers are provided by finger sets, each of which is provided with three fingers. A locking collar locks the bases of the finger sets onto the outer surface of the housing for the outlet coupler.

Abstract: A ratchet type closet flange for replacing broken cast iron closet flanges in old buildings or in new construction in place of conventional cast iron closet flanges. The patented invention comprising a flange body, a cup, a rubber seal, and a means for applying pressure. After removing the broken closet flange, the ratchet type closet flange is inserted into the existing pipe. A compression seal is formed between the flange body and the inside of the pipe by applying pressure to the flange body and the cup, forcing a compression seal between the rubber seal and the pipe. The ratchet type closet flange may slide up and down inside the pipe to achieve the desired height.

Abstract: The disclosed bifurcated (fork-like) device is for use in a tube coupler to hold male and female members in sealing contact with one another. Each rail of the device has a laterally-outwardly-extending "hook-like" projection. When used in a coupler, such projections engage retention shoulders to retain the device on the coupler. Guide members help urge the projections toward such shoulders. A related tube coupler has a locking mechanism which is biased toward and automatically engages the device when such device is pushed into the de-coupling position. The coupler also has a trip surface which urges the mechanism to its unlatch position when the male member and the female member are moved to sealing contact with one another. Unlatching the mechanism permits the device to return to its coupling position.

Abstract: A coupling assembly for a first tubular member, comprising: a receiving member defining an opening adapted to receive the first tubular member, and having an inner portion defining an inner bore dimensioned to receive an end portion of the first tubular member, and an outer portion defining a first internal annular cavity communicating with the inner bore and having a diameter greater than the diameter of the inner bore; an annular locking member having an outer rim portion fitted within the first internal annular cavity, and having an inner portion of generally frustoconical shape angled inboard from its outer rim portion such that its inner rim extends in its relaxed position into the inner bore so that the inner rim contacts and penetrates the outer surface of the first tubular member when the first tubular member is inserted into the inner bore, to inhibit separation of the first tubular member from the receiving member; a stop member abutting the outboard side of the outer rim portion of the locking memb

Abstract: A connector assembly with an integral connector body of a specified size and shape. The connector body has a substantially hexagonal upper section connected to a first, unthreaded cylindrical section, which in turn is connected to a second threaded cylindrical section, which in turn is connected to a third unthreaded cylindrical section with substantially the same diameter, which in turn is connected is connected to a bottom, undercut, unthreaded section. The assembly also contains an adaptor having a central channel and an external annular sealing groove, a washer disposed within a seal cavity for forming a sealed connection when the body and adaptor are engaged, and a collar for movably connecting the connector body to the adaptor and selectively positioning the external sealing groove with respect to the internal sealing groove.

Abstract: A locking washer 54a formed in a conical shape and a seal retainer 56a are disposed between a coupling member 30 and the internally directed flange 50 of a fastening nut 36a. These locking washer 54a and seal retainer 56a are placed so that an outer periphery thereof is positioned on the side of said coupling member, while an internal periphery thereof positioned on the internal surface of said fastening nut, when no external force is applied on said locking washer. When the fastening nut 36a is screwed to be tightened on said coupling member, the internal periphery of the locking washer 54a having recesses is reduced with its diameter, and the locking washer 54a together with the locking washer 54a urge the tubular conduit 38a into the coupling member 30 and grippingly deformably retain the conduit as indicated by the locking washer 54b. The conduit coupling of the invention is effectively applicable for any conduit formed of rigid metal or flexible plastic material.

Abstract: A lock platform for a door includes a face plate lying in a vertical plane parallel to the plane of the door and an outer peripheral edge margin which extends from the outer periphery of the face plate generally perpendicularly away from the face plate and towards the door when mounting the lock platform on the door. The edge margin engages the door in such a manner that the face plate is spaced from the door thereby creating a space between the face plate and the door for accommodating components of a handle and lock assembly. The lock platform further includes an outwardly facing hollow boss located on the face plate and spaced from the hole of the door when mounting the lock platform thereon. The boss defines a first opening for receiving a handle of the handle and lock assembly or the like therein. The lock platform also includes a second opening for receiving a key cylinder, thumb turn member or the like therein.

Abstract: A grille guard for an automobile has at least one first grille guard member extending generally horizontally so as to protect a portion of an automobile's front and at least one second grille guard member extending generally vertically and attached to the first grille guard member. Each of the second grille guard members has a first generally planar member and a perpendicular second generally planar member generally defining a T-shaped cross-section. The second generally planar member has a plurality of openings formed therein, generally along the length thereof, the openings having a width which is greater than the width of the first generally planar member. The second generally planar member is attached to the first generally planar member by forming a weld between the second generally planar member and the first generally planar member within a plurality of the openings.

Abstract: An interchangable scraper and shovel having a handle carrying an improved scraper blade at one end thereof, a shovel blade having offset flanged strips on its lower surface for receiving the scraper blade and a mechanism carried on the shovel blade and the scraper blade for securing the shovel blade to the scraper blade.

Abstract: A panel carrying apparatus further comprises a handle having a gripping portion disposed at a first end thereof. A plurality of interconnected wall members are coupled to a second end of the handle. The interconnected wall members define a rectangular channel that extends in a direction perpendicular to an axial direction of the handle, and can be removably attached to a workpiece intended to be carried. The interconnected wall members further comprise three wall members connected in a rectangular U-shape having a width dimension sufficient to permit a standard-sized stud to be engaged therein. In an embodiment of the invention, a plurality of set screws are used to attach the interconnected wall members to the workpiece.

Abstract: A full motion leverage enhancing grip assembly for attachment to an elongate handle of a shovel or similar tool is described. The leverage enhancing grip comprising a substantially semi-ellipsoid gripping portion, in planar alignment with the tool handle, extending distally outward from the tool handle relative to the user; a substantially linear attachment portion for engaging the elongate handle of a tool, where the linear attachment portion intersects the gripping portion to form an angle of intersection; and at least one J-clamp and at least one adjustment knob securely placed in a knob housing. The adjustment knob having a hole substantially in the center to receive a threaded rod, the rod being connected at one end to the J-clamp. The rotation of the adjustment knob about its axis within the knob housing, causes the threaded rod and the J-clamp attached to it, to be moved linearly parallel to the axis of the threaded rod, within the hole of the adjustment knob.

Abstract: A bottle carrier 1 comprises a thin flexible strip 10 that is provided with a bottle-engaging portion 12, a mid-portion 14, and a carrying portion 16. The bottle-engaging portion 12 contains an aperture 18 having a special periphery configured with certain peripheral elements designed to engage the bottle carrier 1 with a bottle 2. Whether the bottle carrier 1 is designed to carry a single bottle, or to carry two bottles, each bottle-engaging portion 12 thereof will have an aperture 18 for each bottle and each aperture 18 will have the special periphery with the aforesaid peripheral elements. Aperture 18 comprises a semi-circular portion bounded by a semi-circular edge 20 that circumscribes an arc of at least 180.degree.