Abstract: The invention relates to a holder for connecting a blade (7) to the lower edge (6) of a snow-clearing device, such that the blade is given an acute, cutting angle to the base and can be folded backwards, thereby avoiding damage when running into an obstacle, and automatically resume its cutting angle after passing the obstacle. The holder comprises a trilateral hollow beam (1), the three sides of the beam forming respectively: a first fixing element (3) which is adapted to be fixed to the lower edge (6) of the snow-clearing device; a second fixing element (4) which is adapted to engage the back of the blade (7), and a support element (5) connecting the other two elements (3, 4). At least the second fixing element (4) and the support element (5) are made of an elastic polymer material.

Abstract: A manually adjustable snowplow apparatus for mounting to an all terrain vehicle comprises a blade assembly pivotally mounted to a frame member of the ATV and adapted for relative up and down movement. The snowplow apparatus further includes a vertical plate mounted to the ATV and forming a plurality of spaced apart notches. A handle is pivotally attached to the plate and includes a rod that selectably mates with one of the notches. A cord extends between the handle and the blade assembly such that a forward or rearward movement of the handle decreases or increases, respectively, the height of the blade assembly above a ground surface.

Abstract: An adjustable snow plow shovel including a T-shaped handle comprised of a horizontal gripping member and an elongated vertical shaft member. The horizontal gripping member has opposed ends and a midpoint. The elongated vertical shaft member has an upper end and a lower end. The upper end is secured to the midpoint of the horizontal gripping member. The lower end has a pair of support brackets extending outwardly therefrom in opposite directions. The support brackets each have an angularly disposed outer end having an aperture therethrough. A pair of plow blades are pivotally coupled with a plow blade support. The plow blade support is secured to the lower end of the elongated vertical shaft member of the T-shaped handle. Each of the plow blades has a plurality of linearly aligned apertures therethrough on a horizontal plane in a spaced relationship.

Abstract: A mulching unit for a mulching apparatus includes at least one cutting assembly having a rotatable support element and at least one cutting element releasably mounted and movable or rotatable with respect to the support element. With this structure, it is possible to easily replace cutting elements without also replacing the corresponding support structure as well. In addition, the mulching unit may include a tubular assembly including inner and outer tube members connected using bracing members. A plurality of support elements of associated cutting assemblies may be fixedly attached to an outer surface of the outer tube member. This structure has improved resistance to impact with obstacles during the mulching operation that would otherwise cause misalignment.

Abstract: A sweeping assembly for a machine having a handle generally comprising a first implement pivotally connectable to the handle; a strut assembly including a first arm member operatively connectable to the handle, a second arm member and a spring device operatively interconnecting the first and second members, and means for yieldably biasing the second arm member into a predetermined position relative to the first arm member; and a second implement mounted on the second arm member.

Abstract: A tool assembly mountable on the handle of a material working machine generally including a link mountable on the machine handle for pivotal movement about a first axis and connectable to a fluid actuated assembly connected to the machine handle, operable for displacing the link about such first axis, an implement connected to the link for pivotal movement about a second axis, a first fluid actuated assembly operatively interconnecting the link and the implement, a second fluid actuated assembly operatively interconnecting the link and the implement, a first fluid line intercommunicating a base end of the cylinder of the first fluid actuated assembly and one of the base and rod ends of the cylinder of the second fluid actuated assembly, a second fluid line intercommunicating a rod end of the cylinder of the first fluid actuated assembly and the other of the base and rod ends of the cylinder of the second fluid actuated assembly and a valve disposed in one of the fluid lines, operable to be selectively dispose

Abstract: An apparatus for stretching a sheet of material such as a sheet of watercolor paper utilizes a flat board and a frame assembly for bending the board into a dish shape. The board has a plurality of radially extending segments separated by radially extending slots therebetween. The board is bent into a dish shape by a mechanism attached to the frame. The sheet is then affixed to the bent board with anchors while the frame is attached to the board and subsequently the frame is released from the bent board allowing the board to resume its originally flat condition thereby resulting in the sheet being stretched.

Abstract: A perpetual calendar has a free standing or wall hung structure supporting an anchor point and a number of concealed magnets. A pointer magnet is attached by a line to the anchor point. Attraction between the pointer magnet and a selected one of the concealed magnets can support the pointer magnet and line in levitation against gravitational pull. The concealed magnets may be arranged in an arc on the calendar structure, with day, month or year data indicated along the arc at locations corresponding to the concealed magnet locations, so that the line and pointer magnet serve as a visual indicator of selected calendar data. Multiple displays of calendar data may be provided on a calendar structure, including multiple levitated pointer displays or combinations of levitated displays and sliding pointer displays.

Abstract: A picture mounting device (for photographic prints, cards and the like) comprises two or more resiliently flexible transparent strips mounted parallel to each other on a flat surface. The strips have an internal and an external slot configured to easily receive and to clamp the parallel edges of prints to be mounted so that the prints may be inserted and removed quickly and easily from the mounting strips, a minimum of space may be wasted between adjacent prints, the prints are held flat to the surface, the prints remain in full view and the prints are prevented from slipping or falling out, irrespective of the orientation of the base. In one embodiment, the mounting strips are demountably retained in a base so that the distance between parallel strips may be adjusted to accommodate various print sizes and orientations and the clamping tension in the internal and external slots may be adjusted to accommodate prints of various thicknesses.

Abstract: A viewing device for viewing transparencies comprising a display surface; a source of backlighting that backlights the display surface with linearly polarization axis; member for holding a transparency on the display surface;an optical sensor positioned so that it views the display surface; and polarizer, having a polarizer axis, and suituated between the display surface and the optical sensor. The viewing device is configured such that the polarizer axis is functionallu related to the polarization axis of the polarized light; and the polarized is smaller than the display surface.

Abstract: Glass water ball with light emitting device includes a base seat, a spherical casing, a decoration and a light emitting device. The light emitting device includes a cap member, a fixing unit and a light emitting circuit system. The light of the light emitting element can pass through the cap member to diverge outward gently. The light also can be downward projected to the decoration and then pass through the water liquid and the spherical casing. Finally, the light is reflected and gently diverged in every direction. Therefore, even at night or in a dark place, the glass water ball can achieve an excellent visual beautiful effect. In addition, an illumination adjusting element is disposed for adjusting the illumination. Therefore, glass water ball can provide different illumination and serve as a night lamp.

Abstract: A simulated fireplace assembly is provided having a simulated fuel bed and a screen for transmitting an image of a flame. The simulated fuel bed is located adjacent to the screen. The screen has a first region that is sufficiently reflective to reflect the fuel bed and a second region that is sufficiently non-reflective to avoid reflection of ambient subject matter that is not associated with the fireplace assembly.

Abstract: A decoration with a variable billboard including a decorative hollow base seat in which an energy reserving device is disposed. The energy reserving device includes a coil spring and a handle disposed at the center of the coil spring. The handle extends out of the base seat. A billboard is disposed on a top face of the base seat. Multiple parallel triangular columns are rotatably disposed in a frame of the billboard. A mandrel of each triangular column extends into the base seat. A driven gear is disposed at a bottom end of the mandrel. Each face of the triangular column is printed with a predetermined picture. The coil spring drives an intermittently rotating mechanism to operate and make a click drive a ratchet to intermittently rotate through 120 degrees.

Abstract: This is a rigid aluminum frame system designed so that printed, applied art or graphic art on canvas or vinyl may be applied to the frame. Rectangular or square frames attach to interior or exterior walls. The frames project two inches from the wall, with lengths cut to size up to sixteen feet. The canvas or vinyl wraps and covers the front and all edges of the frame. The frames fit tightly to the wall with no visible fasteners.

Abstract: Specific-point signage structure for use in an interior building space of the style generally divided and organized by low-wall cubicle panels—in particular where such a point can be approached and viewed from a large number of different angularly displaced locations. The signage structure is configured in such a fashion that it presents a viewing surface, such as a curved, or otherwise angularly differentiated, viewing surface, which readily conveys information to viewers distributed at widely different angular locations relative to the position of the structure.

Abstract: A dual purpose label holder for mounting on a merchandise display hook having label support means in the form of a cross bar or mounting plate fixedly attached to the outward end of a label holder arm. The label holder is formed of plastic and has a back panel formed with upper and lower mounting portions for pivotal attachment to a cross bar or fixed attachment to a mounting plate. The upper mounting portions serves in a dual capacity, either for pivotal engagement with a cross bar or for fixed engagement with the upper edge of a mounting plate. The label holder preferably has flexibly connected front and back panels, opening at the top, for receiving printed information labels.

Abstract: An apparatus for grouping electronic price labels (EPLs) to form an electronic sign. The apparatus primarily includes a frame member which defines a plurality of bays arranged in a single line for containing the EPLs. The apparatus additionally includes a product description sheet mounted to the frame member including apertures for exposing displays within the EPLs. Optionally included are a product description sheet holder which mounts to the frame member for retaining the product description sheet against the frame member and a base for supporting the frame member on a flat surface. A method of grouping EPLs includes the steps of providing a frame member defining a plurality of bays arranged in a line for containing the EPLs, retaining the EPLs within the bays, placing a product description sheet adjacent to the frame member, and orienting apertures in the product description sheet to expose displays within the EPLs.

Abstract: An information tag (100) for use on a elongate object (200), which tag (100) comprises a tag body (10) having a surface (11/12) for displaying information and a ring (16), and a separate clamp (20) for connecting the tag body (10) to the object (200). The clamp (20) is openable to present two ends (22A) and subsequently closable for connection to the object (200), with the two ends (22A) being restricted close together by the ring (16) of the tag body (10).

Abstract: A promotional tack includes a standard thumbtack having a head sandwiched between significantly larger front and rear outer structures coaxially therewith, the tack having a shaft extending through an aperture in the rear structure while the front structure has an indicia-bearing obverse surface. The front structure includes a metal plate and the indicia may be imprinted directly on the metal plate or on a laminated flexible sheet covering the metal plate.

Abstract: A locking device for the trigger of a pistol is disclosed, and comprises a first and a second clipping seat, wherein the first clipping seat is provided with a hollow slot having a stopping block being mounted with a plurality of ratchet wheels. The second clipping seat is provided with a locking seat and a geared-shaft with a plurality of ratchet wheel. The first and the second clipping seat can combined together and the geared-shaft is inserted within the hollow slot. The clipping seats mount to the trigger and the trigger guard of a pistol from the lateral side thereof, so that the pistol trigger cannot be operated if the locking device is at the locking position.

Abstract: A mechanism for disabling a firearm is provided. The disablement mechanism includes a body positionable to contact a portion of the hammer spring assembly in order to prevent the hammer from being moved to its cocked position. The disablement mechanism is also positionable to prevent the hammer from firing a cartridge when the hammer is released from its cocked position.

Abstract: A tool to assist in the field removal of a rifles's hand grips or hand guards, comprising a pair of releasably joined split ring segments which are adapted to urge the slip ring of a rifle away from the rifle's mounting ring, thereby freeing the rifle's hand grips. Elastic means are provided linking the device with the rifle's stock thereby permitting pressure to continuously urge the slip ring away from the mounting ring.

Abstract: A weapon benchrest in combination with a vehicle receiver hitch. The benchrest includes a main support frame with one end received in and supported by the vehicle receiver hitch and the other end supporting a weapon support table. A seat is attached to the main frame intermediate the ends, and a ground engaging stabilizer is attached to the main frame remote from the hitch. The benchrest is fully adjustable in that the seat is horizontally adjustable, the stabilizer is vertically adjustable, and the table is both horizontally and vertically adjustable. The benchrest may use either a bi-level weapon support table with rifle rests, or a flat table for use with an additional rifle bench, vice or rest.

Abstract: An improved gun cleaning system for use in cleaning the bore of a firearm, the system is disclosed for use with a rigid cleaning rod, having one end adapted for the attachment of cleaning elements to be moved longitudinally within the bore to remove contaminates. The system has a cleaning rod centering guide, formed as hollow frustoconical member with a closed smaller end and an open larger end, and a smooth outer surface. The interior of the guide has a series of concentric annular, triangular cross sections projections pointing inward towards the longitudinal axis of the guide so as to form a series of annular stops of decreasing diameter. The closed end of the guide has a relatively thick portion with a cylindrical opening to allow the insertion of the rigid cleaning rod and allow longitudinal motion of the cleaning rod while the maintaining the cleaning rod essentially centered within the bore.

Abstract: A motor-driven focusing apparatus of a telescope, includes a telescopic optical system which includes a focusing lens group guided along an optical axis; a motor-driven lens moving device which drives the focusing lens group along the optical axis; a manual operating switch for actuating the motor-driven lens moving device; and a lens-control device for controlling the motor-driven lens moving device when the manual operating switch is turned ON, so that the moving amount per unit time of a focal point of the telescopic optical system, that is caused by a movement of the focusing lens group, is kept substantially at a constant speed regardless of the position of the focusing lens group on the optical axis, the constant speed being selected from one or more constant speeds.

Abstract: Disclosed is a rifle scope that utilizes laser range-finding and microprocessor technology to eliminate the need for the shooter to calculate bullet-drop compensation. The scope includes a laser range finder that calculates the distance between the user and the target that is focused in the cross-hairs. The user simply enters the muzzle velocity, i.e. the bullet speed of his particular ammunition as well as the current altitude using pushbuttons located on the scope assembly. A microprocessor automatically calculates the distance that the bullet traveling at the dialed-in speed will drop while traveling the distance calculated by the laser range finder, taking into consideration reduced drag at higher altitudes and the weight of the bullet. Based upon this calculated value, a second LCD image cross-hair is superimposed in the scope's viewfinder, indicating the proper position at which to aim the rifle in order to achieve a direct hit.

Abstract: A floating artificial weed line which attracts fresh or salt water fish. The invention is made of floating material preferably in the form of multiple floating panels connected together to form weed lines of any desired size. The panels are framed by a floating plastic water resilient structural material filed with a plastic material resembling sea weed. The weed lines can be used drifting or anchored to the bottom, and may be connected to a fishing boat.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel jig and fishing system. The jig comprises a bulbous, bent-shaped body having one flat side. The jig is constructed of substantially rust-free materials such as copper and brass. The jig maybe used with a novel fishing system comprising a durable, substantially flat-membered line receptacle around with heavy weight line is wound in known lengths.

Abstract: A fishing rod holder mountable to a fishing vessel. The holder is supported above the vessel's deck by a conventional adjustable ball joint mount. The holder has a hollow interior cavity with an opening extending along one side and to a communicating front end opening in the holder. Oppositely directed concave surfaces in the front end opening and in an internal movable cradle act to lock an inserted fishing rod in place within the holder as tension is applied to a taut fishing line. The cradle may be positioned and fixed in a depressed or elevated position within the holder. Two side push buttons are used to operate locking mechanisms employed to lock the movable cradle in position. A external side lever fixed to an internal rod is used to move an attached cradle support rod in a pivotal motion. Additional features include a non skid surface around the fishing rod holder surface forming the front end opening to insure the inserted fishing rod will not move when its line is tensioned by a caught fish.

Abstract: A fishing rod includes a tubular rod, an inner rod, and fishline guides. The inner rod has a fishline guiding passage therethrough, and is fitted in or detached from the tubular rod. The fishline guides project toward a center axis in the fishline guiding passage, and are fitted in or detached from the tubular rod. When the inner rod and the fishline guides are attached in the tubular rod, fishline is held by the fishline guides within the tubular rod, and it is drawn out or pulled back through an opening at the tip of the rod. When the inside of the rod is to be cleaned, the inner rod and the fishline guides are taken out of the tubular rod, and they are easily cleaned.

Abstract: A gustatory stimulant component is described that can be molded into soft-bodied lures or mixed into doughbaits, gels, pastes, or viscous liquids. The stimulant contains a mixture of electrolytes that simulate or mimic the electrolytes in natural prey for enhancing the retention time of the bait within the fish mouth.

Abstract: A surf fishing caddy that includes a float body for supporting a cooler, a tackle box, a number of fishing rod holders, a fish retaining bag, and a number of tether rope attachment posts.

Abstract: A flower pot for group planting of flower plants or the like which is mounted on a pole comprises a flower pot body (1) having planting openings (6) of which upper part is opened and provided in a plurality of locations in the periphery of said body (1), and having a hole (8) provided in the bottom of said body for inserting the pole; and a cylindrical mounting member (2) for inserting the upper part of said pole, at least the bottom of said mounting member is opened and said mounting member is fixedly or removably mounted vertically around said hole (8). The outer face of said flower pot is covered by the group planted flower plants and not exposed when said flower pot in which flower plants have been group planted is mounted on the pole, and accordingly the beauty of the flowers planted in said flower pot is kept well and the decoration effect is increased, and said flower pot is securely mounted on the pole and accordingly does not fall even when subjected to strong winds.

Abstract: A planter capable of attachment at a vertical surface to a tree trunk or utility pole. The planter comprises at least one segment having an arcuate inside wall to conform to the central tree trunk or pole. Each segment extends partially around the circumference of the tree or pole. Segments may be interconnected using any one of four alternative fasteners: the first fastener is a resilient cable wrapped around a tree trunk with each segment having a pair of hooks to attach it to the cable; the second fastener interconnects segments using a pair of latches having holes therethrough with a bolt that is secured through the holes; the third fastener also interconnects segments by each segment having a pair of pins extending from the outer wall and near the end walls with a gasket having complementary holes securing the segments; and the fourth fastening means interconnects the segments using interlocking female and male edges.

Abstract: A method of forming a decorative cover, a sleeve or a preformed pot cover for a floral grouping or flower pot from a sheet of material having a printed pattern thereon wherein the printed pattern contains shaded and highlighted areas which provide the printed pattern with a visual perception of depth and thus a three-dimensional appearance.

Abstract: An adjustable threshold protector to be used during the construction of a house or building is an apparatus made of durable material covering the threshold, removably attached to the threshold and which can be adjusted in width and length by removable sections to fit a wide variety of doorway thresholds.

Abstract: An improved gutter shield is provided which allows water to run into a gutter while forbidding foreign material, such as leaves, from entering the gutter. The shield comprises an elongated gutter shield comprising a curl. A mounting clip is provide which comprises a gutter mounting tab; a downward leg attached to the gutter mounting tab and extending downward therefrom and a riser leg attached to the downward leg and extending upward therefrom. The gutter mounting tab is attachable to the gutter and the riser leg is attachable to the curl of the elongated gutter shield.

Abstract: A retrofit roof tie down that helps prevent the roof from separating from the gable end wall, having a fork and yoke to accommodate different roof pitches. The forks attach to pipe that holds down the roofing material and roof sheathing. A plate attaches to the gable wall securing the outside sheathing to the underlying rafter. A bolt fastens the yoke and plate together through the roof and an eye nut secures everything together. A cargo strap secures the eye to the ground.

Abstract: A modular medical gas services unit with multiple medical gas outlets supported at the same level on the column. The unit preferably comprises a hollow column with an internal space for housing the gas conduits and power lines. The medical gas supply outlets are mounted so that their longitudinal axes extend radially from the vertical axis of the frame, and the longitudinal axes of adjacent outlets intersect to form an acute angle. In this way, the horizontal dimensions of the column can be minimized while the number of medical gas outlets at the desired height is maximized. In one embodiment, the column is pentagonal in cross-section providing five planar support surfaces for five medical gas outlets. In another embodiment, a square column is equipped with angled outlet panels, each supporting two medical gas outlets. Thus, though the frame is four-sided, as many as eight medical gas outlets can be mounted at the same height on the frame.

Abstract: A wallboard or drywall system with two types of measuring indicia on on side of the wallboard or drywall, and an integral, transparent vapor barrier is applied to the back side of the wallboard or drywall. In addition, the system contains adhesive coated plastic tape which can be used to seal adjacent, mating edges of wallboard or drywall panels.

Abstract: Roof members of the present invention are those fixed to the roof, each roof member being a combination solar cell and roof member having a solar cell element and a metal reinforcing member, wherein a metal member is provided below the combination solar cell and roof member or a metal member is provided along an adjacent portion between adjacent combination solar cell and roof members, wherein the metal member is electrically conductive to metal reinforcing members of plural combination solar cell and roof members and wherein the metal member is electrically grounded. Provided based on this structure are the roof members easy to install and excellent in the external view and electric safety.

Abstract: A rectangular window opening in a structure is provided with four channel members that provide a decorative frame around the opening. Three of the channel members are permanently fastened to the structure through a flange on the channel. The fourth channel member is removably fastened in place. When the opening must be covered by a storm panel, the fourth channel is unfastened and removed. A rigid rectangular panel is mounted in the three channels. The fourth channel is then mounted on the fourth edge of the panel and then the fourth channel is removably fastened to the structure. All of the elements except the panel remain in place. The panels have no holes or accessories. All panels are interchangeable for the same size window. No tools are needed to mount or remove a panel.

Abstract: For the exchange of thermal energy between flowable media and the surroundings, said media are directionally conveyed in sectional structures, etc. The invention relates to sectional elements and sectional modules which are used in combination with paste-like, solidifiable coating materials. The coating material passes through the perforated, flow guiding walls of the elements or modules and results, amongst other effects, in an increase of the surface area and in an intensification of the interaction between the flowing material and the surroundings. In a use according to the invention, the external walls, etc., of buildings are provided with a surface composite comprising sectional elements and modules according to the invention in combination with coating materials, for the purpose of effecting economical air-conditioning of the building from the bottom of the basement to the roof.

Abstract: A composite reinforcing structure for reinforcing a structural member, a method of making the structure, and a method of using the structure to reinforce a structural member.

Abstract: A curtain wall of a predetermined height includes prefabricated glassed panels, and a frame. The frame has only horizontal beams into which the glassed panels are placed for supporting the glassed panels without continuous vertical beams existing along the height of the curtain wall on a building with multiple floors.

Abstract: A lazing unit (1) comprises two sheets of glass (2,3) which are separated by a spacer bar (5). An outer secondary seal (10) extends around the periphery of the glazing unit. The seal (10) has a number of peripherally spaced-apart fixing inserts (50) extending around the periphery of the glazing unit for fixing the glazing unit support (17). Each fixing insert (50) has a base wall section (51), parallel side walls (52) and end wall sections (53) which define an arcuate slot (55) closed at both ends. The configuration of the fixing inserts (50) allows simple fitting while ensuring the maximum bulk of material for structural strength. Opposed fixing inserts (50) are engaged, on assembly, by a toggle (60).

Abstract: A fixed construction (10) comprises rigid piles (12) and a monolithic concrete floor slab resting (14) on the piles. The floor slab comprises straight zones connecting in two directions, ie. lengthwise and broadwise, the shortest distance between the areas of the floor slab above the piles. The floor slab (14) is reinforced by a combination of: (a) fibres (22) distributed over the volume of the floor slab (14); and (b) steel bars (16, 16′) located in those straight zones. This construction reduces considerably the amount of reinforcement steel, increases the bearing capacity and enables to reduce the time for making such a construction.

Abstract: An exterior sheathing element includes a first edge portion having a channel, and includes a second edge portion opposite the first edge portion and including a channel. At least a part of the second edge portion has a mounting tab projecting clear of the second edge portion in a substantially co-planar relationship with respect to the main body of the sheathing element.

Abstract: A roof cladding panel is profiled in its longitudinal direction and stepped in its transverse direction and comprises two straight side edges (4, 5) which are connectable to adjacent panels, a lower edge (2) which is generally wave-shaped and connectable to an adjacent panel, and an upper edge (3) which preferably is straight and connectable to an adjacent panel. Two diagonally opposite corners (8, 9) of the panel are obliquely cut, and an upper cut corner of one panel is adapted to be matchingly assembled with a lower cut corner of another panel in a four-corner joint including also non-cut corners of a third and a fourth roof cladding panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stone structure assembly, comprising a plurality of stones, especially concrete blocks, having similar height, upper and lower sides extending on parallel planes and vertical side walls. In order to place the thirteen stone blocks pertaining to said assembly in such a way that they cannot be displaced and that similarly narrow spacing gaps are formed in-between said stones, two stones are shaped as a prism with the same surface area and eleven stones are shaped as a trapezium with differing surface areas. The stones in the stone structure assembly are configured as a single piece with a bottom section and a top section set back from the peripheral surface of the base section at least in certain areas.