Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of strawberry plant (Fragaria.times.ananassa) named `NJ8614-2`, which is a short day cultivar similar to `Earliglow`, but which is exceptional for its disease resistance and its combination of early season harvest of very attractive large fruit, with high productivity. The plant is well adapted to matted-row, ribbon-row, and high density planting systems, and performs consistently in diverse environments. The fruit size is larger than that of `Earliglow`, the major cultivar in its season, and the fruit flavor is good.

Abstract: A new variety of chrysanthemum producing large yellow daisy-type flowers with spoon-type ray florets, suitable for potted plant production.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Neoregelia named `Donger`, characterized by its leaves which are marginally striated with white markings which become bright pink when the plant is grown in bright light, its leaf centers which are medium green flushed with pink, and its miniature growth, highly branched, pendant habit which makes the new cultivar suitable for hanging baskets.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree, which has been given the designation `AC Harrow Dawn`, that is cold hardy, disease resistant, productive and bears an attractively colored fruit of good size and quality that is suitable for long distance shipping.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of potted Aster plant named `Dasone`, characterized by its compact and uniform habit; freely and uniform flowering; daisy-type inflorescences with dark purple ray florets and yellow disc florets; tolerance to Powdery Mildew; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of potted Aster plant named `Dasfour`, characterized by its compact and uniform habit; freely and uniform flowering; daisy-type inflorescences with purple ray florets and yellow disc florets; tolerance to Powdery Mildew; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of potted Aster plant named `Dasthree`, characterized by its compact and uniform habit; freely and uniform flowering; daisy-type inflorescences with dark pink ray florets and yellow disc florets; tolerance to Powdery Mildew; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Nandina plant named `Colerno`, characterized by its upright, compact and dense plant habit; low vigor, slow growth rate; and unique dark red purple-colored young foliage and dark green-colored mature foliage. Dark red purple color of young foliage is retained year-round.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant named `Cynthia`, characterized by its compact, upright, outwardly arching and very freely clumping growth habit; rapid growth rate and high vigor; very dark green leaves that are ovate in shape; numerous inflorescences that are positioned upright and above the foliage on strong and erect scapes; durable white spathes and white spadices; year-round continuous flowering; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree, which has been given the designation `AC Harrow Fair`, that is cold hardy, disease resistant, productive and bears an attractively colored fruit of good size and quality that is suitable for long distance shipping.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant anmed `Cleopatra`, characterized by its upright, outwardly arching and very freely clumping growth habit; moderate to rapid growth rate; large green leaves that are ovate in shape; numerous inflorescenes that are positioned upright and just above the foliage on strong and erect scapes; durable white spathes with pink spadices; year-round continuous flowering; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Spathiphyllum plant named `Sparego`, characterized by its upright, outwardly arching and very freely clumping growth habit; large, glossy, dark green leaves that are oblong/elliptic in shape; numerous inflorescences that are positioned upright and above the foliage on strong and erect scapes; large white spathes; year-round continuous flowering; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A health-care glove constituted of thin elastic rubber-like material and having a thumb member at one side edge and a pinkie member at the opposite side edge. The glove has visual indicia for indicating to the user, the location of the thumb member so as to enable him to initially pick up the glove and easily apply it onto his hand, with the thumb member and pinkie member in the proper relative positions.

Abstract: A molded surface fastener comprises a substrate sheet and a multiplicity of engaging elements molded in rows on one surface of the substrate sheet. Each of the engaging elements has a stem standing from the one surface of the substrate sheet, and a pair of hooks extending in opposite directions from a distal end of the stem. And a multiplicity of parting guide members stand from the one surface of the substrate sheet, each of which is situated centrally between adjacent engaging elements for parting loops of a companion surface fastener toward the engaging elements.

Abstract: Mannich (alk)acrylamide microparticles are produced at high solids contents without a significant increase in bulk viscosity by inverse microemulsion polymerization and provide superior dewatering characteristics.

Abstract: A differential comparator that amplifies small swing signals to full swing signals. The differential comparator comprises a current switch having a pair of inputs coupled to receive a pair of small swing complementary input signals and a pair of complementary outputs that output complementary signals. The complementary signals output by the current switch have a voltage swing that centers about a predetermined voltage in response to the complementary input signals. The differential comparator further comprises first and second inverters coupled to receive the output complementary signals, wherein each inverter has a trip point voltage .[.equal.]. .Iadd.corresponding .Iaddend.to the predetermined voltage. The first and second inverters output full swing complementary output signals in response to the complementary signals output by the current switch.

Abstract: A magnet assembly (1) particularly for use in NMR apparatus comprises a first superconducting coil assembly (A,A'-C,C') for generating a first magnetic field; and a second superconducting coil assembly (D-F) for generating a second magnetic field. The second superconducting coil assembly (D-F) is electrically connected in series with the first superconducting coil assembly (A,A'-C,C'). Each coil assembly (A,A'-C,C'; D-F) generates magnetic fields where corresponding components are of substantially the same order of magnitude whereby a resultant, uniform magnetic field is generated in a working volume (3). The second magnetic field opposes the first magnetic field externally of the magnet assembly (1).

Abstract: A communication apparatus includes a first detector for detecting a calling signal from a line, a tone generator for generating quasi-calling tone and sending it out to the line, a second detector for detecting a signal indicating the data communication from a calling station, and a control unit for starting the data communication in response to the detection by the second detector. The second detector detects the signal while the tone generator sends out the quasi-calling tone when the calling signal is received.

Abstract: Sulforaphane has been isolated and identified as a major and very potent phase II enzyme inducer in broccoli (Brassica oleracea italica). Sulforaphane is a monofunctional inducer, inducing phase II enzymes selectively without the induction of aryl hydrocarbon receptor-dependent cytochromes P-450 (phase I enzymes). Analogues differing in the oxidation state of sulfur and the number of methylene groups were synthesized, and their inducer potencies were measured. Sulforaphane is the most potent of these analogues. Other analogues having different substituent groups in place of the methylsulfinyl group of sulforaphane were also synthesized and assessed. Of these, the most potent are 6-isothiocyanato-2-hexanone and exo-2-acetyl-6-isothiocyanatonorbornane.

Abstract: The invention is a high fat biscuit mix as well as dough and biscuit products resulting therefrom. The mix comprises flour, a leavening agent, and emulsifier along with a protein supplement and shortening. The shortening has a high initial solids content at low temperatures (50.degree. F.) and a melting point of 104.degree. F. or less resulting in a biscuit product having an improved moistness, flakiness and uniform height. The protein supplement and emulsifier generally provide a product having an improved outer crust layer, improved height and shape, and an interior which is tender without being doughy. The mix and resulting dough comprise a high concentration of fat and further a high concentration of fat contributed by shortening chips within the dough.

Abstract: The present invention develops a container capacitor by forming a first insulative layer over conductive word lines; forming an opening between neighboring conductive word lines; forming a conductive plug between neighboring parallel conductive word lines; forming a planarized blanketing second insulating layer over the first insulative layer and the conductive plug; forming an opening into the second insulating layer, the opening thereby forming a container shape; forming a conductive spacer adjacent the wall of the container form, the conductive spacer having inner and outer surfaces; removing the second insulating layer, thereby exposing the outer surface of the conductive spacer; forming a layer of hemispherical grained conductive material superjacent the inner and outer surfaces of the conductive spacer; forming insulating spacers adjacent the inner and outer surfaces of the hemispherical grained conductive material; patterning the hemispherical grained conductive material to form a separate conductive c

Abstract: A uniform for peace officers and others requiring the wearing of body armor which uniform supports heavy gear around the wearer's waist. The uniform includes body armor which has front and rear parts which are supported over the wearer's shoulders by shoulder straps. The body armor has hook portions of hook and loop fasteners affixed to the outer surface adjacent that part of the body armor which is under a wearer's belt. A shirt has loop fasteners attached to the inner surface and hook fasteners attached to the outer surface adjacent that portion of the shirt which is under a wearer's belt. Lastly, pants are provided which have eye type fasteners around the inner portion of the waist and belt loops around the outer portion.

Abstract: A watertight swimwear construction 10 for an article of swimwear 20 such as a bathing cap 21, a pair of men's swim trunks 22 and a woman's one-piece bathing suit 23 having at least one opening 24, 25, 26, or 27 which surrounds a portion of a swimmer. The periphery of the opening 24, 25, 26, or 27 is provided with an elongated strip of resilient material 31 having a plurality of suction cups 37 disposed in a side-by-side fashion on the front face 32 to prevent water, sand, etc., from passing through said opening.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward protective garments which include an expandable backpack portion located on the back area of the garment. The backpack portion includes at least one pair of left and right generally vertical pleats. As a result of the incorporation of the pair of left and right generally vertical pleats, the backpack portion has the ability to expand to receive life support or other equipment worn on the back of a wearer of the protective garment.

Abstract: A batting glove incorporating a leather palm portion, a leather wrist portion including a hook and loop fastener, a leather finger portion including separate finger members having spaces therebetween and a leather thumb portion. Disposed between the palm and finger portions is a leather sheath housing an elongated raised rubber pad having inner and outer edges bounding a concave upper surface therebetween configured to cradle a bat handle. When the glove is worn by the batter, the outer edge is configured to be substantially aligned with the distal interphalangeal joints of the batter's hand and the inner edge is configured to be substantially aligned with metacarpal interphalangeal joints of the batter's hand.

Abstract: Disclosed is an article of apparel which is specifically designed for participants of water activities. The apparel, which can take the form of hand and/or foot coverings, enables the wearer to more easily and efficiently navigate in underwater conditions. Thus, the apparel is ideally suited for use by surfers, body board users, and/or scuba divers. Nonetheless, the present invention can be employed with any number of aquatic activities. In general terms, the apparel of the present invention includes a limb stall to which a number of digit stalls are connected. Such stalls are employed in receiving the extremities of a user. Furthermore, the apparel includes a number of webbing sections as well as a dorsal chute. These portions of the apparel advantageously provide drag thus increasing maneuverability in underwater conditions.

Abstract: A meditation and sleep enhancing device having a light occlusion portion attached to a head rest portion and a chin-strap extending therefrom. When in use by an individual, the sleep enhancing device acts both as a light and sound suppression device as well as providing a comfortable pillow and neck support. When not in use, the chin strap may be used as a handle to easily transport the device.

Abstract: A cap includes a visor having a fixed rear section attached to the crown and a fore section pivotally attached to the rear section. Functionally identical latches, made up of pairs of fingers and mating catches with prongs that engage the finger in a ratchet-and-pawl action, act to engage the pivotable section and hold it vertically up or down, depending on which prongs engage the fingers. An alternative embodiment employs an adjustable headband rather than a cap and crown.

Abstract: An adjustable hood including a hood portion having a face opening and a rear portion disposed substantially opposite to the face opening, the face opening including a first edge portion and a second edge portion, the first edge portion having first and second spaced apart ends. The adjustable hood also includes a neck portion which is receivable in the hood portion and a cord disposed at the first edge portion of the face opening, the cord being extendable (i) away from the first edge portion of the respective first and second ends, and (ii) towards the rear portion of the hood. The adjustable hood also includes a plurality of clamp elements operable to move along the cord and fixedly engage the cord such that the cord draws the first edge portion of the face opening towards the face of the user when it is extended from and engaged by a pair of the clamp elements at the first and second ends.

Abstract: Suspenders and methods of using them have general-purpose properties necessitating no special processing as long as normal type trousers with belt loops are concerned, and realize quick, certain and easy fastening and undoing, and also successive application without damaging the trousers. The suspenders comprise hooks fixed at the free ends of straps in the suspenders. The method of using them comprises the step of engaging the hooks with appropriate loops selected from among the loops of trousers respectively.

Abstract: A bicolor reversible protective headgear comprising a left side panel, a right side panel, a forehead panel and a top panel, the panels being connected by elastic means to form the headgear and having a first color on one side and a second color on the other side, the headgear being reversible whereby the first color is visible when the headgear is in a first configuration and the second color is visible when the headgear is turned inside out to a second configuration.

Abstract: A system of inflatable pillows of great dimensions suitable to protect the totality or at least a part of the human body in the case of impacts, falls, etc. is characterized by the fact that it may be controlled by the voice of the individual to be protected by means of a microphone. The signal from the microphone is suitably elaborated by an electronic gear box and initiates the deflagration of a great quantity of a propellant which is in the form of cloth placed in the interior of the inflatable pillows.

Abstract: A drain structure for disposal with a pool or hot tub where suction or vacuum forces are normally present. The drain has interiorly a plurality of grating members having lower surfaces adapted to facilitate release of entangled hair. In certain embodiments, the grating elements are cantilevered from the inner wall of the drain and having tapered lower release surfaces. In another embodiment, the lower surfaces comprise share lower edges for severing entangled hair.

Abstract: A drain strainer that is installed in the vertical drain pipe of a bathing water drain for a shower or tub, the drain strainer having an upper sieve receptacle in the form of a substantially cylindrical basket with openings for passage of water and smaller debris, and a lower bristle extension in the form of a depending stem with projecting bristles that ensnare hair shed from the bather, the drain strainer including a support structure to suspend the sieve receptacle and bristle extension within the drain pipe.

Abstract: A drain stopper for not invoking as much fear in animals as do traditional holed drains when the animals are placed in a sink or tub for bathing. The drain stopper includes an outer housing that has a lower portion and a peripheral sidewall that extends from the lower portion. The outer housing is adapted for insertion in a drain hole. The peripheral sidewall of the outer housing has a plurality of slots extending through it. A lid is coupled to the outer housing. The lid has an upper surface which is textured for helping reduce slipping of skin along the lid. A generally round screen portion is disposed between the lower portion of the outer housing and an inner sidewall of the lid.