Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Kalanchoe plant named `African Orange`, characterized by its numerous and large light orange flowers; dark green serrated and tri-parted leaves; and good postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A new variety of garden-type Chrysanthemum plant producing white daisy-type flowers with a yellow-orange disc.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a Petunia plant, having a semi-decumbent growth habit and long stems. The Petunia plant has abundant branching, with strong secondary branching, and a great profusion of blooms. The whole bush remains in bloom for a considerable period of time. The flowers are single and very small, the bi-colored petals have a vivid purplish red streak on a brilliant yellow base color. The bottom coloration of the corolla throat is strong yellow and the outside color of the corolla tube is light greenish yellow. The plant has a high resistance to rain, heat, drought and pests such as mites and aphids.

Abstract: Floribunda rose plant having a dark pink flower color; high flower production; excellent vase life; good shipping qualities; and very vigorous growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Alstroemeria plant of very tall height is provided which abundantly forms on a substantially continuous basis attractive large salmon pink blended with yellow flowers (as illustrated). The flowers are borne on peduncles as an umbel. The plant propagates well by the division of roots. The plant can be grown as distinctive ornamentation under mild temperature conditions.

Abstract: Floribunda rose plant having a pastel orange flower color; high flower production; excellent vase life; good shipping qualities; and very vigorous growth habit.

Abstract: A compact growing, continuously flowering perennial dehlia plant producing white flowers.

Abstract: Floribunda rose plant having yellow flower color; high flower production excellent vase life; good shipping qualities; and very vigorous growth habit.

Abstract: A fluid flow meter comprising a housing having a pair of fluid ports and defining therebetween a fluid flow path; a flexible membrane defining a pair of opposing faces and being mounted in the fluid flow path such that the pair of faces simultaneously define with the housing fluid impermeable seals at at least two different locations along the flow path, the membrane being operative to flex so as to permit passage therepast of discrete quanta of fluid, each having a known volume; apparatus for generating electrical signals corresponding to flexure of the membrane; and monitoring apparatus for receiving the electrical signals and thereby determining a fluid flow rate along the flow path.

Abstract: A rotary chipping head with multiple knife structures distributed about its periphery. Each knife structure includes an end-located chipping knife with a cutting edge movable in a plane disposed perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the chipping head. End-located facing knives are interspersed with the knife structures for producing a smooth face in the work being processed. Anvils preceding the facing knives produce compression in the work being processed. Detachable facing elements mount the facing knives and the anvils.

Abstract: This invention provides a fluidized bed reactor with improved method and apparatus for inhibiting and clearing clogging of the fluid distribution network in such reactor. In particular, at least one channel or reservoir of fluid is provided over at least a selected portion of the distribution network, with fluid from such column/reserve being released to maintain flow and pressure in the distribution network as the media bed is defluidized. For the preferred embodiment, the fluid column is (a) a feed pipe connecting a fluid inlet which is above the reactor fluid level to the distribution network; and (b) a plurality of risers which, for the preferred embodiment, extend from the end of each lateral tube of the distribution network. A vacuum breaker is provided for each fluid column to permit fluid to flow from the column into the network when pressure is removed.

Abstract: An inflatable seat belt apparatus is formed of an inflatable portion which is usually maintained in a band shape and has an envelope shaped elastic inflatable member inflated and deployed in a rough spindle shape by introducing gas generated by a first gas generating device. The gas generating device operates in case of exceeding a predetermined threshold. A webbing includes the inflatable portion and extends over at least a range directly contacting with an occupant. A tongue is fixed to an end of the inflatable portion and includes a gas path extending from the gas generating device. A buckle is detachably engaged with the tongue. The envelope shaped inflatable member is inflated in a predetermined shape by introducing gas for a leak testing from a second gas generating device when the tongue is engaged with the buckle, and is inspected whether or not the gas leaks by a gas leak detecting device disposed in the gas path. A state of the damage is inspected.

Abstract: A timepiece having a circular face for displaying analog time of day and using the same face to display the phases of the moon.

Abstract: In an improved selection tungsten metallization system, a plurality of orifices (20) are cut into a first level dielectric layer (18). A nucleation layer (52), preferably Ti-W alloy, is then formed in each orifice (20) and on the outer surface of the first dielectric layer (18) in a second-level metallization pattern. A second dielectric layer (30) is deposited over the first dielectric layer (18) and the nucleation layer (52), and a reverse second level metallization pattern is used to etch slots (58) back down to the nucleation layers (52) and into orifices (20). Thereafter, tungsten is deposited by selective CVD to fill the first level orifices (20) and the second level slots (58) until the upper surfaces (62) of the tungsten conductors (60) are substantially coplanar with the upper surface (38) of the second dielectric layer (30).

Abstract: Manually segmenting animal carcasses into primary cuts involves an enormous amount of manual labor and attendant expense. However, known automated systems for segmenting carcasses cannot match the accuracy of expert butchers. The apparatus for segmenting animal carcasses disclosed herein provides an imaging station having a vision system that determines parameters of the interior and/or exterior of the carcass. Using these parameters, a computer determines a cutting path or a plurality of cutting paths for segmenting the carcass. A mounting vehicle, which securely holds the carcass, transports the carcass from the imaging station to a cutting station. In the cutting station, electrically controlled cutting implements, such as high-pressure water jets or lasers, segment the carcass along the determined cutting path or paths.

Abstract: The present invention comprises novel preparations of polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene copolymers which retain the therapeutic activity of the commercial preparations, but are substantially free from the undesirable effects which are inherent in the prior art preparations. Because the preparations of polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene copolymers which comprise the present invention are a less polydisperse population of molecules than the prior art polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene copolymers, the biological activity of the copolymers is better defined and more predictable.

Abstract: A microsurgical instrument with opposing jaws rotatable relative to one another using a pivot integral to a frame comprising one jaw for rotating the other jaw and a linkage to push one jaw rotatably towards the other jaw wherein a distal-most surface of that jaw pushes against a surface of jaw to be moved.

Abstract: A flexible fiberglass mesh head screen with a cylindrical shape and sewn at the top and back with the bottom open to be placed over the wearer's head to protect the head and neck from insects. It is designed to be worn over a baseball style cap or hat. It attaches to the button on top of the baseball hat by an elastic strip sewn to the inside top of the head screen. This keeps the head screen firmly on the wearer's head.

Abstract: The invention is a sturdy shield with a generally U-shaped curved piece adapted to fit for several inches along the underside/little finger side/ulna side of the wrist. Near the middle of the U-shaped curved piece is a generally perpendicular ridge, or striking edge, depending vertically between about 1/4" and 3/4", and extending horizontally between about 2" and 6" along the length of the wrist. The U-shaped curved piece is secured to the wrist by any sturdy conventional means, for example, by an adjustable strapping means which passes over the top side/thumb side/radius side of the wrist. A shorter, wristwatch style is envisioned, as well as a longer, forearm length version.

Abstract: A hazardous duty garment includes an outer shell layer of heat-, flame-, and abrasion-resistant aramid material and a pad attached to the outer shell layer, where the pad includes a fabric substrate of heat-, flame-, and abrasion-resistant material bonded to a layer of silicone foam material. Preferably, the fabric substrate is a woven aramid and carbon fiber, face cloth material and is treated with a durable, water-repellant finish. Preferably, the pad is stitched to the outer surface of the outer shell layer and oriented such that the layer of silicone foam material faces the outer shell layer. The pad is used in the knee portion of a pant leg of a firefighter garment, as well as on an elbow or forearm portion of a sleeve of a firefighter garment and on a shoulder portion of a firefighter duty garment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a gown 10 having a fastening structure which allows for easy securing of the gown 10 on a health care professional. The present invention provides a gown 10 having a front 14, two back side portions 16, 18, with two sleeves 20, 22 secured thereto. A tie 27 is provided that is attached to the gown 10. Secured to the front portion of the gown is an adhesive surface 25. The area of adhesion provided is preferably wider than the width of the tie 27 and of sufficient length to properly adhere the tie 27. To secure the gown 10 on the health care personnel, the tie 27 is extended around the back to the front area 14 and secured to the adhesive area 25.

Abstract: A breathable body wear garment of multi-layer construction for exercise and sports activities, the garment being constructed of hydrophobic materials and being perforated throughout its surface to encourage the moisture migration of perspiration away from the skin, while at the same time not contributing to the weight of the garment.

Abstract: A disposable infant garment (10) comprising a one piece body pattern portion (12) having fold lines (14), a neck opening (16) and a pair of armholes (18). A facility (20) is provided for fastening abutting edges (22) of the one piece body pattern portion (12) together after being placed onto a torso (24) of an infant (26) and folded into position along the fold lines (14).

Abstract: A training glove which degrades the athlete's sense of touch in certain areas of his hand ("no touch areas"), to thereby encourage and train the athlete to control the ball with his finger tips. The glove includes padding on the palm, the thumb and fingers, except for the thumb tip and finger tips. The padding insulates the athlete's sense of touch in the no touch areas. Because the glove is light weight and preserves the full flexibility of the hand, the glove may be worn in competition. Thus, the glove is useful both as a training device and a performance enhancement device in competition.

Abstract: A baseball cap which is both functional and aesthetically pleasing with a crown portion and self-adjustable means made of fabric. Said self-adjustable means are made in part of extensible materials that are not exposed to engage the hair of the wearer. The baseball cap design is such that the cap does not bunch up. Such a baseball cap design provides a self-adjustable baseball cap, which provides a comfortable fit covering a range of head sizes in an aesthetically pleasing fashion.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a resilient headband 14 arcuate in shape for being mounted on the head of the user 12. The headband 14 is equipped with a longitudinal slotted member 16 for holding a placard 18 therein, in a generally upright standing manner which placard 18 can have written thereon on one side a thought balloon 19 and on the opposite side a speech balloon 19. The slotted member 16 is equipped with teeth-like holding appendages 22 which grasp the placard 18 and secure it to the slotted member 16.

Abstract: A waterproof outer garment comprises one piece of material wrappable around the wearer between the knees and the back, with edges overlapping and securable to one another by quick locking and quick release fasteners. The edges are securable in varying amounts of overlap to adjust the garment to the size of the wearer, and suspenders prevent the garment slipping down on the wearer. In one embodiment, the entire garment is made from a material impervious to the ingress of water. In another embodiment, portions of the garment which are not subject to contact under pressure with snow and water are made of a lighter weight material which need not be waterproof. Garments according to the present invention which are made partly from non-waterproof material can be made lighter, more comfortable and perhaps more stylish than garments made entirely from waterproof material.

Abstract: A magnetic outfit system is provided including an article of clothing and a magnet situated within the article of clothing for allowing the selective securement of metallic construction and household items thereto.

Abstract: The invention relates to an item of clothing, especially disposable clothing for use once only, with at least one essentially inelastic layer (12) of a soft, flexible and plastic material and a layer (11) of elastic material which extends over at least a partial region of the inelastic layer (12) and is secured thereto to form an elastic component (10). In order to be able to make the elastic component in such an item of clothing easily, there is a plurality of incisions (14) in the inelastic layer (12) in the region of the elastic layer (11) which do not penetrate the elastic layer. The elastic layer may thus also contain absorbent materials.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a three dimensional disposable garment, subassemblies of the garment, and apparatus and methods for making the garment and subassemblies. The garment is designed to hold a primary absorbent sanitary pad. The garment may have elasticized leg and waist openings and be stretchable about the hip and stomach regions of a user. The garment provides backup protection to control egress of fluids that leak or seep around or through the primary sanitary pad. The garment includes a secondary absorbent positioned in the crotch area and extending into the body of the disposable garment, front and back, and preferably over the leg elastics to trap, inside the garment, leakage from the primary absorbent, and to prevent strike through onto e.g. outer clothing and bed linen.

Abstract: An air injection sports goggle (10) has a lens subframe (14) connected to a face flange subframe (16) by struts (18). The struts (18) form a top opening (20) and a pair of cheek openings (22) between the lens subframe (14) and the face flange subframe (16). A lens (24) is contained in the lens subframe (14). A cover fits (46) over the top opening (20). A pair of open cell foam vents (52) are located in the pair of cheek openings (22). An air injection hole (54) provides access between an outside and an interior space. A ventilating fan (12) located in the top opening (20) pulls air in through the air injection hole (54) and the pair of cheek openings (22) and exhausts the air through the top opening (20).

Abstract: A stopper mechanism 10 having a base 20 with a gasket 50 area to be placed within the drain opening 30 of a toilet bowl 40. The stopper mechanism 10 also has an overflow pipe 60 having a handle 66 and being connected to the base 20. At least two rotatable arms 70 are connected to the overflow pipe 60 which can be rotated outward to lock with the rim 80 of the toilet bowl 40 and secure the stopper mechanism 10 in place thus preventing it from moving when the toilet bowl 40 is filled with water. Once the stopper mechanism 10 is secured in place, the toilet bowl 40 is filled with water up to the rim 80. A cleaning solution 120 is then added to the water in the toilet bowl 40 and allowed to remain for a desired length of time soaking and cleaning the toilet bowl 40 as it sits.

Abstract: The solar heated portable shower has a cylindrical container with an open top that has a transparent panel mounted approximately 11/2 to 2 inches below the top rim. The container itself is black colored. With water in the container the portable shower is placed in sunlight to allow penetration of sun rays through the transparent panel to be absorbed and provide energy to heat the water. There is a submersible water pump attached to the bottom of the container to pump water through conduit and hose to a spray nozzle. The water pump is connected to an electric energy source such as a battery. When electric power is applied the pump creates water pressure and the spray nozzle valve controls dispensing of water. The portable shower has provision to transport the spray nozzle, hoses and electrical elements as well as an initial quantity of water.

Abstract: A shower curtain spacer attaches to the rim of a bathtub or shower stall to hold a shower curtain away from the rim. The spacer includes a clamping mechanism having a first leg portion attached to a second leg portion at a right angle from one another. An adjustable sliding portion, in parallel relation to the second leg portion moves along the first leg portion to secure the device to the bathtub or shower stall rim. A screw locks the adjustable sliding portion in place. An elongated cylindrical bar sets within the tub area and is spaced from an inner surface of the tub when the shower curtain spacer is employed. The elongated bar is removably attached to the clamping mechanism by an intermediate block member including a body portion a pair of fingers for inserting within a pair of apertures in the clamping mechanism and a concave portion for receiving and retaining the elongated bar in a rigid and fixed position.

Abstract: An outlet assembly is provided for securement into a receiving profile defined upon the bottom surface of a sink for laboratory or like usage. A sleeve is contoured such that an upper lip provides a sloping surface toward the interior of the sleeve with the lip being contoured slopingly toward the interior of the sleeve for further gravitational urging of liquid into the interior of the sleeve. The lower surface of the lip is contoured to receive a lock-nut which includes a grooveway configuration to enhance the securement of a locking-nut relative to the sink or a gasket disposed between the lock-nut and the lower face of the sink. The sleeve may include a contoured receiving profile for a filtering disk which is selectively placeable within the sleeve and which includes a series of fluid flow passageways.

Abstract: A solid-sediment retainment plumbing trap devised primarily for a sink from which substantial amounts of solid material are discharged; e.g., eyeglass manufacture and dental plastic grinders. The plumbing trap is connected to the sink, and collects sediment in a bottle having a fill line. When sediment collecting in the bottle reaches the fill line, the bottle is exchanged for a similar bottle, and the plumbing trap is once again in service. Because the bottle is connected to the rest of the trap by threads, bottle exchange is rapid and easy.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lift which can stop at any height upon lifting and lowering a body.

Abstract: A patient-support apparatus having at least one side guard panel pivotably mounted for movement between first and second positions and a combined hinge and latch assembly configured to pivotably connect the side guard panel to the patient support. The combined hinge and latch assembly including a mounting member fixedly connected to the patient support, a hinge member fixedly connected to the side guard panel and rotatably connected to the mount for pivoting movement about an axis, and a stop mechanism coupled to one of the hinge member and the mount. The hinge member is movable along the axis between a locking position in which the stop mechanism engages the other of the hinge member and the mount to prevent relative rotation between the hinge member and the mount and a releasing position in which the stop mechanism is disengaged from the other of the hinge member and the mount to allow relative rotation between the hinge member and the mount.

Abstract: A new one-piece sheet set for installing on a bed. The inventive device includes a bottom sheet coupled to a top sheet. The bottom sheet has first and second faces, head and foot end edges, and a pair of side edges. The top sheet has first and second surfaces, top and bottom ends and a pair of sides. The sheets are positioned such that the second surface of the top sheet faces the first face of the bottom sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is a head cradle for supporting the head of an individual during physical or massage therapy. The device of the present invention attaches to an article of furture such as a table and is lockably adjustable in position. The device may be used with individuals who are lying in either the prone position or the supine position. The device of the present invention supports the head of the individual without obstructing the access of the therapist to important portions of the neck and spinal region. A preferred embodiment of the present invention is substantially J shaped and includes a detachable head rest. Furthermore, the present invention includes an accessory tray which is adapted to be used in combination with the head cradle and has a centrally located ointment holder and a projecting towel holder.

Abstract: A surface pad apparatus for a surgical table includes a body pad section positioned to lie beneath the torso of the patient and including a pad core and a cover defining an interior region configured to receive the pad core. The pad core includes a thermal pad having a casing defining a channel configured to receive a thermoregulation fluid. The apparatus also includes a leg pad section longitudinally spaced apart from the body pad section and positioned to lie beneath the lower legs and feet of the patient. The leg pad section is coupled to the body pad section and includes a pad core and a cover defining an interior region configured to receive the pad core. The pad core includes a thermal pad having a casing defining a channel configured to receive the thermoregulation fluid. The channel of the thermal pad of the leg pad section is in fluid communication with the channel of the thermal pad of the body pad section so that thermoregulation fluid can pass therebetween.

Abstract: A baby diaper changing station comprises a base and a support platform hingedly mounted at one side to the base and a rail structure on at least one side of the platform to increase the effective depth of the platform. A utility channel surrounds the platform for holding various diaper changing supplies and removable protective panels are positioned on bottom and side surfaces of the platform to reduce vandalism damage. A waste chute is formed in the base or support platform of the diaper changing station and cooperates with a waste receptacle proximate the station for receiving used diapers and other related waste. Accessory hooks on the platform are configured to receive and hold diaper changing supplies, such as a diaper bag. An alternative embodiment of the diaper changing station utilizes a platform having nested sections which telescope to increase the effective depth of the platform.

Abstract: An infant and baby seating system comprises a first closure element, second closure element, and connector therebetween detachably fastenable to connect the first closure element and the second closure element, the distance between the two closure elements being adjustable to the size of the user. Securement members may be fastened between the closure elements.