Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Spathiphyllum plant named `Ceasar`, characterized by its tall, upright plants; large leaves that are held upright to horizontal to the petiole; moderate to high vigor and moderate growth rate; numerous large white spathes that are positioned above the foliage on strong and erect peduncles; and long-lasting inflorescences.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nectarine tree, Prunus persica, and more particularly to a new and distinct variety broadly characterized by a large size, vigorous, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described approximately the third week in August, with first picking on Aug. 17, 1988. The fruit is uniformly large in size, acidic in flavor, globose in shape, clingstone in type, very firm and crispy in texture, and nearly full red in skin color. The vriety was discovered as a mutation of one of the three main scaffolds of an `August Red` (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 6, 363) nectarine tree in a commercial orchard.

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

Abstract: In order that a hydraulic pump and a hydraulic motor of a hydrostatic transmission hitherto disposed to the exterior are attached to a hydrostatic transmission support member provided in a mission case, a charging pump hitherto attached to the hydraulic pump at the hydrostatic transmission is also attached to the hydrostatic transmission support member, and an oil filter hitherto attached to the outside of mission case is disposed therein, they are interposed between the lower surface of hydrostatic transmission support member and the charging pump. Furthermore, an outward takeout pump also is supported in the mission case.

Abstract: The invention in its preferred embodiment is a portable life support system providing the wearer of a garment with temperature regulation and a breathable atmosphere using cryogenic technology. Wherein a liquid cryogen is vaporized by heat exchange with the wearers body and the vaporized cryogen is delivered to the wearer as a breathable atmosphere.

Abstract: A spring interior forming method and apparatus provides a spring interior assembler and a coil row transfer station upstream of the assembler having at least one conveyer extending therethrough. A coil former is provided at an upstream end of the conveyor and is operated through a plurality of cycles, each to feed one spring coil onto the conveyor. In one embodiment, a single former is provided with a single conveyor extending therefrom through the transfer station. In a second embodiment, two such coiler-conveyor combinations is provided. In a third embodiment, one conveyor through the transfer station is provided with two coilers, each having a feeder preferably in the form of a conveyor, that selectively feed spring coils, which may be of different types, to a cross-over station for feed onto the transfer station conveyor. In a fourth embodiment, each coiler accumulates springs at its output while awaiting queing by the cross-over station.

Abstract: A plasma processing apparatus comprises a first passage opened in a top of suscepter at a peripheral area thereof, a first gas supply source for supplying heat exchange gas into a small clearance between the suscepter and a wafer through the first passage, a first vacuum pump for exhausting the clearance through the first passage, a second passage opened in the top of the suscepter at a center area thereof, a second gas supply source for supplying heat exchange gas into the clearance through the second passage, a second vacuum pump for exhausting the clearance through the second passage, and a controller for controlling the first and second gas supply sources and the first and second vacuum pumps independently of the others in such a way that backpressure caused in the second passage by the second gas supply source and vacuum pump can become lower than backpressure caused in the first passage by the first gas supply source and vacuum pump.

Abstract: A method for isolating an environmentally hazardous organic contaminant from a fluid utilizes a solid phase extraction medium comprises a PTFE fibril matrix, and sorptive particles enmeshed in said matrix comprising more than 30 and up to 100 weight percent of porous organic particles, and less than 70 to 0 weight percent of porous (organic-coated or uncoated) inorganic particles, the ratio of sorptive particles to PTFE being in the range of 40:1 to 1:4 by weight. The extraction medium is useful in pesticide, phenolics, and residue of explosives separations. The separations can be efficiently performed in a stacked disk format.

Abstract: An image pick-up device driving apparatus including an image pick-up device having a light receiver which converts an image of an object to be taken to electrical signal charges to be accumulated, and a signal transfer device which transfers the accumulated signal charges, and a controller for controlling the image pick-up device to prevent unnecessary electrical charges accumulated by the light receiver from leaking into the signal transfer device before the electrical charges accumulated in the light receiver and transferred to the signal transfer device are read.

Abstract: Word lines of a memory cell array are coupled to the output portion of a first decoder while the input portion of the first decoder is coupled to a plurality of signal lines which are elongated on the memory cell array. The signal lines are provided for a predetermined plurality of word lines, and each of said signal lines can be coupled to the word lines by switching devices. Preferably, the signal lines can be formed of a low resistance material such as aluminum to enhance the speed while the word lines can be formed of polycrystalline silicon to allow simultaneous formation with the memory cell gate electrodes. By virtue of providing each signal line for more than one word line, the design requirements for the signal lines are less stringent than previous arrangements wherein a one-to-one relationship has been attempted between polycrystalline silicon word lines and aluminum connection lines.

Abstract: Excellent films of a high Tc superconductor are easily produced on metal coated substrates at a temperature below 700.degree. C. These metal buffer films are made of Pt, Au, Ag, Pd, Ni or Ti. The film superconductivity is significantly improved by the metal buffer layer. Since it is easy to form this metal coating on a substrate, the invention can increase the potential number of usable substrates such as fibers, amorphous solids or semiconductors.

Abstract: A liner composition for a potable fluid container closure element which includes an inorganic sulfite such as sodium sulfite and/or a tocopherol compound such as a dl-.alpha.-tocopherol (vitamin E) for preventing off-flavors due to the presence of aldehydes in the fluid. Also, a potable fluid container of a reservoir element for containing a potable fluid, the reservoir element having an opening, a closure element capable of being attached to the opening, and the liner composition associated with the closure element. Also, a method of improving the taste of a potable fluid such as bottled water by use of the container and one of the previously described liner compositions associated therewith. Also, an improved method for processing the composition into closure liners based upon the prevention of the development of off-flavor-causing substances therein.

Abstract: An extendable neck/face protecting ballistic shield attached to a ballistic vest for rapid deployment between storage and neck/face protecting positions.

Abstract: A method for fabricating the leather firefighting helmet includes the steps of: (a) providing an outer leather covering, where the covering includes a bowl-shaped head portion attached to a brim portion; (b) providing an inner leather liner, where the liner includes a bowl-shaped head portion attached to a brim portion; (c) positioning a layer of reinforcing fibers between the covering and the inner liner; (d) positioning liquid thermoset resin between the covering and the liner; (e) assembling the cover with the liner such that the bowl-shaped head portion of the liner is received within the bowl-shaped head portion of the covering; and (f) curing the covering, liner, reinforcing fibers and thermoset resin together to form a substantially unitary firefighting helmet.

Abstract: A method and system for reducing drag on the movement of the human body through air or other fluid mediums and improving heat transfer including a placement of trip mechanisms at predisposed locations on the human body with the mechanisms constituting elongated protrusions adapted to intercept the laminar flow of fluid across the body and prematurely trip the laminar flow into turbulence whereby the downstream pressure on the body is increased allowing the body to move more freely through the fluid medium.

Abstract: Apparatus for providing an enhanced grip between a gloved hand and a handle or other object to be gripped. A portion or all of the glove and a portion or all of the handle are provided with selected first and second gripping surfaces, respectively, of the same or different materials, that join together, temporarily or permanently, and provide a stronger hand-to-handle grip that resists slipping. Alternatively, a flexible band, having second and third gripping surfaces on opposite sides, is wrapped around a first object that is to be rotated or otherwise moved relative to a second object, such as a lid and a jar. A gloved hand, having a first gripping surface, grips the flexible band and the first object and forms a strong temporary join between hand, flexible band and first object, allowing the first object to be more easily moved. Various thermoplastic, amorphous polymers, crystalline polymers and rubber-like materials can be used for the gripping surfaces.

Abstract: A padded glove providing improved protection and positioning of the hand of a wearer by anatomically cushioning the pathways of the Ulnar and Median nerves, providing increased thickness of padding in the cushion positioned over the Ulnar and Median nerves, changing the hand position while bicycle riding to decrease the stretch on the nerves, and cushioning the medial aspect on the hand for road-type handlebars is disclosed.

Abstract: A face-mask which is made of a plastic sheet in which is embedded a deformable skin-colored, plastic-coated wire mesh. The plastic sheet is moldable and has an octagonal shape that will fit over the face of a wearer to cover the wearer's nose and mouth with tabs to fit under the chin. A trapezoidal opening is formed in the plastic sheet at a location that will overlie the nose and mouth of the wearer. A fastener system, located at the perimeter of the opening, surrounds the opening to fasten detachably a filter element in a position that covers the opening. The filter element is in sheet form having a shape complementary to the shape of the opening. Elastic cords hold the face-mask on the head of the wearer.

Abstract: A jewelry article includes a plurality of beads and/or trinkets coupled together to form an elongated, flexible, decorative member having a clasp at each end thereof. Each clasp is adapted for fastening to a beltloop of the pants, jeans, shorts, skirt, or any other type of clothing with beltloops of a wearer permitting the jewelry article to be suspended from the waist and worn on the hip or across the front or back of the wearer.

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: Goggles for use in cold weather, high speed outdoor sports, in conjunction with an insulating hood having a facial opening, are configured to receive the hood around the facial opening, to prevent the hood from obstructing the wearer's vision. The goggles are preferably configured with an outer frame incorporating a lens, an inner frame bearing against the wearer's face, with the outer and inner frames spaced apart to receive the hood at least partially around the facial opening. With the present invention it is possible to remove the insulating hood without displacing the goggles from the wearer's face. In the prior art, it was necessary to remove or otherwise displace the goggles, to allow removal or adjustment of the insulating hood.

Abstract: The goggles (10) include a frame (12) having a transparent portion adapted to cover at least one of the users eyes and a sealing pad (14) adjacent to the frame, comprising a compliant and resiliently deformable gelatinous elastomer suitable to conform under pressure to form a substantially airtight seal between the frame (12) and at least a portion of the user's face adjacent to the sealing pad (14).

Abstract: A pair of swimming goggles includes two lenses, two padding members, a frame, a bridge, and a strap. Each lens is made of transparent rigid material and includes an engaging section. Each padding member is made of soft, flexible, and extensible material and includes a hollow receiving section sized to be smaller than the lens such that the engaging section of an associated lens is fitted into the padding member by stretching the padding member. Each padding member further includes a padding section to be in close contact with user's face. The frame and the bridge are integrally formed by material that is slightly flexible and less extensible than the padding member. The frame includes two hollow receiving portions each having an inner diameter smaller than an outer diameter of the associated lens such that the engaging section of the associated lens that has been engaged with an associated padding member is fitted into an associated hollow receiving portion by stretching the frame.

Abstract: Protective eyewear has a lens frame containing one or more lenses and temple arms or straps for attaching the eyewear to the head of a wearer. The protective eyewear also includes a brow guard. The brow guard attaches to the lens frame. The brow guard is configured to extend in one direction substantially between the temple arms (or straps) and, in a transverse direction, between spaced edges, one of which edges is disposed adjacent the lens frame, the other of which edges is extended toward the brow of the wearer. The brow guard incorporates a magnetic material for attracting and catching magnetically attractable particles such that the magnetic material assists eliminating the drift of such particles down in the gap between the lens frame and the wearer's brow. Magnetic side shields can be added to the protective eyewear or substituted in place of the magnetic brow guard.

Abstract: Protective pads for baseball players for protecting arms, hips, ribs and calves. The protective pads for baseball players include an arm guard for protecting an elbow and forearm of a user. The arm guard comprises a first domed member and a second domed member attached to a cloth is adapted for wrapping around an arm. The cloth has a fastening system thereon for binding the cloth around the user's arm. A rib guard protects a rib area of a user. The rib guard comprises a generally rectangular cloth adapted to fit around a chest an upper torso of a user having two protective shields on a side area of the user. The cloth has a fastening system thereon for binding the cloth around the user's chest. A hip guard protects a hip and thigh area of a user. The hip guard comprises a cloth adapted to wrap around a user's leg. The cloth has a fastening system thereon for binding the cloth around the user's thigh area.

Abstract: Protective padding primarily intended for use in sports gear. The pads include flexible, outer casings of porous, breathable, inelastic material overfilled with resilient, discrete beads of elastic material. The beads are initially in compressed states within the casing and place the outer, inelastic casing in tension. When a blow or force is applied, the beads are further compressed to absorb and dissipate the impact. Additionally, the applied blow or force will increase the tension in the outer casing to even further compress the elastic beads for better absorption and dissipation of the impact. In use, the porous pads are compressed and rebound to create a pumping effect that circulates air into and out of the pads drawing heat and perspiration from the athlete's body and keeping the athlete cool and dry. If desired, the pad can be secured directly to the athlete's jersey to enhance this pumping effect as well as the dissipation of the force of any impact.

Abstract: A device for collecting urine or other organic body fluids includes a flexible bag (1) made of liquid-impervious sheet material, a urine-receiving member (2) which receives and conducts urine into the bag, and a device which prevents urine from leaving the bag through the urine-receiving members. The urine-receiving member (2) is attached to a mounting flange (5) which is welded sealingly to the bag (1). The flange is provided with a bottom which lies at least partially loosely against the bag wall. The flange bottom includes openings through which urine can flow and that part of the bag wall located beneath the bottom is provided with at least one cut so as to form at least one flap. This flap allows urine to flow into the bag (1) through the openings in the flange bottom, but functions to close these openings when urine tends to flow in the reverse direction.

Abstract: This invention concerns a process for actuating a physical/technical process, particularly in toilette facilities, which employs a sound sensor (M) with signal analysis which is located in close proximity to a liquid inlet (8). In a device for automatic cleaning of toilette seats (4), the sensor (M) is built in next to the flushing water inlet. The flushing noises are selected using a signal analysis circuit and cleaning of the seat (4) and evacuation of odors (G) via a ventilator (15) is only triggered if the flushing process has been clearly detected.

Abstract: A kit for forming a plumbing apparatus for aiding in the snaking of drain pipes which kit includes a rubber cap having a cylindrical skirt, a circular clamp about the skirt, a snake rod receiving hole through the covered end of the cap and a flushing water tube also through the covered end of the cap. The cap can fit over and be tightened about a standard drainpipe, e.g. a 2 inch drainpipe, and adapters for coupling it to different standard sized (e.g. 11/2 inch) and different threading (male or female) are provided. The flushing water tube is connected to a flexible hose of sufficient length to run to the faucet of a sink when the cap is attached to that sink's drainpipe. A back flow protector (vacuum breaker) is incorporated at the free end of the hose. The kit includes a carrying box which is waterproof and can serve as a water tight bucket for use under the drain when using the kit to snake a drain.

Abstract: A water temperature regulator having a closed container that is provided with a cold-water inlet pipe and a hot-water inlet pipe having flow control connected thereto for introducing cold and hot water, respectively, into the container at a desired flow rate, a discharge pipe for guiding water in the container to an external water storage, at least one water service pipe for guiding water in the container to at least one water supply outlet, such as a showerhead or a faucet, at least one control for controlling open/close of the discharge pipe and of the at least one water service pipe, and a water temperature indicator for showing a temperature of water in the container. Instead of being drained, water introduced into the container that has not reached a desired temperature is discharged to and stored in the water storage for reuse later without being unnecessarily wasted.

Abstract: A self-contained, portable, water heating system, adjustable in temperature comprising two duel use water proof bags, two water lines, a heater core and a shower head. The bags consists of a draw strap, a zipper, a rain flap, two flow valves each, one valve located on the bottom of the bags and one valve nearer the middle of the bags, a filler cap located on the top of the bags with an integrated air valve and grommets along the top of the bags. The bags are capable of having their forms altered to act as storage bags during transport containing all system components and other equipment; then to another form for use as water reservoirs. The bags are equipped with a zipper each by which this process is achieved. The water lines are equipped with mechanical fitting on either end by which all components are attached and detached. The two water lines connect one bag in reservoir form to the heater core. The heater core consists of three separate elliptical shaped loops of hollow metal tubes.

Abstract: The present invention features a seat-lifting device for use with commonly available toilets, which is easily manufactured, easily installed in a household about the toilet. Such a seat-lifting device also would be simple and safe to use by the persons who desire to use the toilet. Such a seat-lifting device also would repeatedly, reliably and safely move the person from and between the upright and seated positions. Also featured are methods related thereto. A seat-lifting device according to the present invention features a toilet seat, a motor, a drive mechanism and seat lift linkage. The seat lift linkage is operably interconnected to the motor by the drive means and also is interconnected to the toilet seat. In this way, motion of the motor in a first direction causes the seat lift linkage to move the toilet seat from a one position, corresponding to a seated position, to a second position, an elevated position.

Abstract: A convertible patient transport apparatus includes a frame assembly adapted for supporting a patient. A plurality of bent pivot legs are attached to the frame assembly and mounted on respective wheels for rolling movement of the transport apparatus over a supporting surface. Each of the pivot legs includes a vertical upper portion, an intermediate portion formed at an angle to the upper portion, and a vertical lower portion formed with the intermediate portion. An actuator pivots the legs between an open position, wherein the distance between the lower portions of laterally adjacent legs is increased, and a closed position, wherein the distance between the lower portions of laterally adjacent legs is reduced. In the open position, the width of the transport apparatus is expanded to move the frame assembly over a bed of the patient. In the closed position, the width of the transport apparatus is narrowed.

Abstract: A modular playpen for infants and young children comprising five basic parts including a plurality of substantially rectangular side panels; a plurality of vertical uprights slidably affixed to each end of a side panel via a longitudinal groove running the length of each vertical upright, thereby forming an enclosure; floor pads positioned within the enclosure; a series of horizontal cross bars removably engaged to the lower portion of each vertical upright thereby providing support to the playpen; and a central post positioned beneath the floor pads to provide additional support to the floor pads. The modular playpen can be reconfigured in a variety of shapes to conform to space constraints, and can be assembled, disassembled and reassembled again quickly without the use of tools.

Abstract: A cabin cot includes a canopy, a base sheet, and legs. The base sheet forms a bed portion, and the canopy includes window mosquito netting portions. A plurality of legs support the cabin cot. A pair of ribs having stop portions are assembled in end frame members, and the end frame members are connected to side members for supporting the base sheet. The ribs are formed as rods of flexible material, so that they can be stored or carried as a generally straight piece, and can be manually bent or flexed into position in the end frame member 40 when assembly is performed. The resiliency of the ribs serves to provide a retaining force which retains each rib in position in retaining apertures in the respective end frame member. The retaining apertures can be disposed at varying angles, and the angle of the retaining apertures determines the amount of force retaining the ribs to the end frame members.

Abstract: A new bed sheet attachment system for facilitating bed making. The inventive device includes a plurality of sheet members including a bottom sheet member, a top sheet member, and a first middle sheet member. Each sheet member has upper and lower surfaces, opposite head and foot ends and a pair of sides extending between the head and foot ends. The bottom sheet member is adapted for covering a mattress while the lower surface of the top sheet member is designed for resting on the upper surface of another sheet member. The first middle sheet member is designed for interposing between the top sheet member and the bottom sheet member. The upper surface of the bottom sheet member is attachable by zippers to the lower surface of another sheet member. The lower surface of the top sheet member is attachable to the upper surface of another sheet member by zippers.

Abstract: The swinging pillow has a shape which can maintain the proper position of a user's backbone and can facilitate the user's turning over onto his side. The pillow can have a built-in sound source in its interior so that the pillow can be used also for relaxation or for the purpose of treatment sleeping disorders, such as sleeplessness, and has a function equal to or near that of an earphone or headphone, without employing such devices. The swinging pillow comprises a pillow body for accepting a user's head and left and right rising portions formed, respectively, as rising end portions positioned at both ends of the pillow body extending in a direction of a user's shoulder-width. The pillow is curved as a whole, being generally U-shaped, thus, the whole portion of the pillow functions as a pillow. Within the inside of at least one of the left and right rising portions, there can be provided a sound source.

Abstract: Body support having an air core (2, 3; 52) and a bellows (6, 7; 56), integrated into a side edge portion (4, 5) from a compliant filling material, and having compliant filling material in an inner space. The body support further comprises passages (13, 14, 15; 63, 64, 65) which connect the bellows (6, 7; 56) with the air core (2, 3; 52) and connect the bellows (6, 7; 56) and the air core (2, 3; 52) with the surroundings, and comprising valves (16, 17; 67, 70) for blocking in a condition of rest air flow from the air core (2, 3; 52). Because the inner space of the bellows (6, 7; 56) in the condition of rest is in open communication with the surroundings, the compressibility of the bellows filled with filling material is well adapted to the compressibility of adjacent side edge portions, which are also filled with filling material, and the maximum load of the bellows is limited.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vibratory patient support system for providing therapeutic vibrational action or forces to a patient suffering from a respiratory ailment. The vibratory patient support system includes a rigid support frame such as a bed frame, a plurality of inflatable sacs supported upon the support frame with each sac having an upper surface so that the plurality of sacs forms a patient support surface. The inflatable sacs are pressurized and maintained at a predetermined pressure. This predetermined pressure may be a patient height and weight specific pressure profile. A vibrating component is provided separate from the apparatus for pressurizing and maintaining the air sacs at the predetermined pressure. The vibrating component vibrates at least a portion of the patient support surface at a predetermined frequency.

Abstract: An inner spring mattress with firmness adjusting air bladders, the inflation pressure of which defines the mattress firmness. A plurality of inflatable bladders are disposed within the mattress. The bladders may span the entire width of the mattress. Alternatively, the width of the mattress may be divided in two using two bladders placed end-to-end providing independent firmness control for both sides of the mattress. Still further, bladders may be grouped together to form firmness zones, and the entire process may be computer controlled.

Abstract: A mattress assembly includes a mattress core formed as a unitary assembly from one or more resiliently compressible materials and defining a generally planar deck surface. A pillow top layer assembly extends coextensively with the deck surface and includes a quilt panel which forms an envelope with the core. A plurality of closely spaced coil springs are positioned within the envelope. The springs retain nearly all of the their resilience over the life of the mattress assembly, thus, providing for continued comfort to the user over an extended period of time.

Abstract: A pair of folding hand shears comprising first and second generally channel-shaped handles each having first and second ends, each generally channel-shaped handle having an open side and an at least partly closed side opposite the open side, the at least partly closed sides comprising shear-receiving openings. The folding hand shears also include first and second shear halves pivotally mounted to each other, with the shear halves being pivotally mounted between flanges at the first ends of the handles. Control straps extend between the flanges for limiting the maximum pivotal movement of the shear halves and for frictionally resisting pivotal movement of the shear halves. The folding hand shears are foldable between a closed, compact configuration and an opened, extended configuration for cutting with the shears and in the opened, extended configuration the open sides of the handles face each other. A plurality of additional tools are pivotally mounted to the handles.

Abstract: A tool includes a driving stem having a rear portion received in the front portion of a handle. A ratchet mechanism is disposed in the handle and is engaged with the driving stem for controlling the driving direction of the driving stem. A hand grip is detachably secured to the rear portion of the handle for receiving a tape and a knife. A holder is slidably received in the handle for holding the knife. The tape and the knife and the driving stem are provided for wood working purposes.

Abstract: An edge-of-dock leveler includes a deck plate hingedly interconnected to a dock, a lip plate hingedly interconnected to the deck plate, an air pan mounted on the face of the dock to allow the air pan to rotate with respect to the dock, and a blower mounted on the air pan. The blower inflates an air bag that causes the air pan to rotate away from the dock face. A deck plate bearing is provided between the air pan and the deck plate, and causes the deck plate to rotate with the air pan. A locking arm hangs pendant from the lip plate until the deck plate has raised to a fully raised position, at which time the locking arm engages a bearing. The blower is turned off, allowing the air to escape the air bag, and the lip plate to extend as the air bag deflates.

Abstract: A diaphragm valve for a pool cleaner which utilizes a conventional cleaning head (30) attached with a mounting foot (32) to a cleaning disc (34). A screen (36) is inserted into the foot and an outer sleeve (38) is mounted within the head leaving a gap (40) in between. A restricting jacket (56) is slideably mounted on the sleeve and is urged into a position that restricts a water flow path from the gap, by an adjustable bypass valve (68) superimposed on the jacket. A compression spring (96) maintains the jacket position and a valve diaphragm (98) receives pool water from a pool pumping system and oscillates open and closed causing the cleaner to be propelled by a hydraulic pulsation. When the diaphragm is momentarily closed the bypass valve permits the jacket to be slid to an open position by negative pressure of pool water bypassing the diaphragm permitting full water flow through the cleaner.

Abstract: A grill cleaning apparatus is disclosed for cleaning a grill, the apparatus comprising: a container for storing and soaking the grill in a cleaning solution, the container having an openable top, a pair of side walls, a bottom extending between the side walls and a pair of end walls extending between and interconnecting the side walls; motor mounts within the container for removably receiving and holding a motor for circulating a cleaning solution within the container; a brush having a head with bristles and a handle; and a slide arrangement for sliding the brush along one side of the container and over the grill when stored within the container.

Abstract: A manually operated toothbrush which will move up and down at the same time when moving to and fro, includes a head provided with bristles at a front end thereof and being cylindrical in shape at a rear end thereof, the rear end having a curved groove formed with a circular recess, an elongated tubular handle having a cylindrical cavity at a front end thereof adapted to receive the rear end of the head, the handle having a circular through hole aligned with the circular recess and a drain hole at a rear end thereof, a compressed spring fitted within the handle, a T-shaped pin having a circular projection at the upper end and a smaller circular protuberance at the lower end, the T-shaped pin extending through the circular through hole of the handle and the curved groove of the head to join the handle and the head together, whereby the toothbrush will move up and down at the same time when the toothbrush is moving to and fro as desired.

Abstract: A pipeline pig comprises a body and at least one flexible annular outwardly extending seal on and around the body for sealingly contacting a pipeline interior wall under differential fluid pressure whereby to propel the pig along the pipeline. The pig also comprises a fluid bypass duct arrangement extending through the body and resilient frictional bristles on and extending from the body adapted to contact the pipeline interior wall and exert a drag on the pig. An adjustable bypass flow control unit is provided which is adapted to regulate fluid flow through the duct arrangement and thus the speed of the pig.

Abstract: A hand and finger nail wash unit for all types of workplace environments. The hand and finger nail wash unit includes a housing having a front side, a back side, a top side, a first opposing wall, a second opposing wall, and a bottom portion. A compartment in the housing holds a water pump and is formed by a vertical wall within an interior of the housing and the first opposing wall. An aperture is in the front side for access to an interior of the housing. A brush for cleaning nails is mounted on an inside surface of the bottom portion of the housing. A water pump is in the compartment. The water pump has an intake pump for receiving water from the housing. The intake pipe is fluidly connected with a first bore in the vertical wall. The water pump has and outlet pipe for directing water from the pump into the housing. The outlet pipe is fluidly connected to a second bore in the vertical wall. A pipe for delivering water into the housing is fluidly connected to the second bore.

Abstract: A bath brush including a seat and brush hair holder fixedly connected to an upper surface of the seat. The seat is provided at the upper surface with a plurality of upward extended massage bars. The brush hair holder has a plurality of tufted hairs planted on an upper surface thereof. Positions on the brush hair holder corresponding to the massage bars on the seat are cut out to form through holes for the massage bars to project therefrom and locate among the tufted hairs. The massage bars have tops lower than that of the tufted hairs on the brush hair holder, whereby when the bath brush is used to brush and clean a user's skin, the tufted hairs are elastically bent to bring the massage bars into contact with the skin and gently massage the skin.