Abstract: Geranium ‘Lulumex’ is a new and distinct cultivar of geranium plant, particularly characterized by the combined features of bicolored, red-purple and white flower color, floriferous with large inflorescence, intense green foliage with distinct zonation, and moderately compact, well-branched and round plant habit.

Abstract: A new plant variety of Camellia with attractive red flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct Torenia plant named ‘Dantogold’ characterized by having an intense flower that is 3 cm in diameter with a dark-purple throat; vigorous, compact, semi-trailing growth habit; dark-green foliage; plant spread reaching almost 25-30 inches; and performs best as a pot plant in partial shade.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Dianthus named ‘Brilliant Star’ that is characterized by it's double white, fragrant flowers with a distinct dark magenta eye zone combined with a compact plant habit, dark green, glaucous foliage, a perpetual flowering habit and a day neutral flowering response.

Abstract: A new and distinct zonal geranium plant with red flowers above medium green foliage. The plant is suitable for planting in pots or as a bedding plant.

Abstract: Geranium ‘Bonito’ is a new and distinct cultivar of geranium plant, particularly characterized by the combined features of dark-purple, white edged, double flowers, small, semi-spherical umbels, deep green, zoned foliage, weak growth with moderate branching, resulting in medium tall, somewhat open plant habit, and medium to late spring flowering response.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of late-season clingstone peach tree (i.e., Prunus persica) is provided. Attractive, nearly symmetrical fruit is formed that is well suited for processing having uniform bright yellow flesh that is free from red staining at the pit cavity. The fruit ripens at approximately the same time as that of the ‘Halford’ cultivar (non-patented in the United States). The fruit color, flavor, and texture are believed to be superior to the ‘Halford’ cultivar. The flowers are large and showy and the growth habit is spreading to upright-spreading.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Dianthus named ‘Spangled Star’ that is characterized in having fragrant, red flowers with two distinct pale pink blotches on each petal with a pale pink throat and margins. It has a profuse and extended flowering habit and a compact habit.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yolisette’, characterized by its uniform, outwardly spreading and compact plant habit; strong and very freely branching growth habit; small dark green glossy foliage; uniform and freely flowering habit; early flowering seven-week response time; small daisy-type inflorescences that are about 2.75 cm in diameter; bright yellow-colored ray florets and darker yellow-colored disc florets; good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for more than four weeks in an interior environment.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yocovington’, characterized by its uniform and compact plant habit; strong and freely branching growth habit; dense dark green foliage; uniform and freely flowering habit; early flowering, seven-week response time; large decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11.4 cm in diameter; bright yellow-colored ray florets; good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for about three to four weeks in an interior environment; and tolerance to high production temperatures.

Abstract: A new plant variety of chrysanthemum producing flowers with white ray florets and yellow disc florets.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yogainesville’, characterized by its uniform plant habit; strong and freely branching growth habit; dark green foliage; uniform and freely flowering habit; early flowering, eight-week response time; large decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11.4 cm in diameter; pure white-colored ray florets with emarginate apices; good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for about three to four weeks in an interior environment; and tolerance to high production temperatures.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yomarcelle’, characterized by its uniform, outwardly spreading and compact plant habit; freely branching growth habit; small dark green foliage; uniform and freely flowering habit; very early flowering, six-week response time; small daisy-type inflorescences that are about 2.7 cm in diameter; purple-colored ray florets with white bases and bright yellow-colored disc florets; and good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for more than four weeks in an interior environment.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yosylvie’, characterized by its uniform, outwardly spreading and compact plant habit; strong and very freely branching growth habit; small green foliage; uniform and very freely flowering habit; early flowering, 6.5-week response time; small daisy-type inflorescences that are about 3.8 cm in diameter; white-colored ray florets and yellow-colored disc florets; good postproduction longevity with plants maintaining good substance and color for more than four weeks in an interior environment; and tolerance to high production temperatures.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Little Firock’, characterized by its uniform and upright plant habit; strong and freely branching growth habit; dark green foliage; uniform flowering habit; eight-week response time; large daisy-type inflorescences; purple and white bi-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named ‘Apollores’ characterized by its small sized blooms with yellow ray florets and prolific branching; natural season flower date September 11-17; blooming for a period of 5 weeks.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of ‘Impatiens walleriana’ plant named ‘TiHop’ characterized by large hot pink fully double flowers, flowers that are positioned above or beyond the foliage, good heat tolerance, dark green foliage and mounded, freely branching and dense plant habit.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a new and distinct Calibrachoa plant, and its parts, named ‘Kakegawa S24’ having a creeping plant habit, abundant branching and pure white petal colors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a peach tree, botanical classification Prunus persica cultivar ‘CANDY RED’, and more particularly to a new and distinct variety broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, and medium productive tree. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described approximately the second week in June, with first picking on Jun. 9, 2000. The fruit is uniformly large in size, very good in flavor, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm in texture, yellow in flesh color, and mostly red in skin color. The variety was developed as a first generation cross using ‘Crown Princess’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,070) yellow flesh peach as the selected seed parent and an unnamed white flesh nectarine as the selected pollen parent.

Abstract: A Guzmania hybrid having large lavender pink floral bracts that fade to light pink. The inflorescence is very large, being 10″-12″ wide and 17-18″ tall making it suitable for growing in 6″ containers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Lasting Impressions Red’, characterized by its very large and rounded dark red-colored flowers; freely flowering habit with flowers positioned above or beyond the foliage; mounded to semi-upright plant habit; freely branching growth habit; dark green-colored leaves; and tolerance to full sun conditions and high and low temperatures.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Ovation Blush Rose’, characterized by its very large and rounded pink-colored flowers; freely flowering habit with flowers positioned above or beyond the foliage; mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; red purple-colored leaves; and tolerance to full sun conditions and high and low temperatures.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a new and distinct Calibrachoa plant, and its parts, named ‘Kakegawa S27’ having a creeping plant habit, abundant branching and light yellow petal colors.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named ‘AURORA’ characterized by its medium sized blooms with white ray florets and prolific branching; natural season flower date September 11-16; blooming for a period of 5 weeks.

Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named ‘AMOR’ characterized by its medium sized blooms with pink ray florets and prolific branching; natural season flower date September 4-9; blooming for a period of 7 weeks.

Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Pulmonaria plant characterized by a unique combination of long, slender foliage and cobalt-blue flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Phalaenopsis plant named ‘Artemisa’, characterized by its upright and compact plant habit with relatively short flower stems; short dark green leaves; showy purple-colored flowers; freely flowering habit; and excellent flower longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Magnolia plant named ‘Southern Charm’, characterized by its compact, upright, narrow pyramidal, and uniform plant habit; freely-branching habit; upright lateral branch orientation; dark green leaves; and rapid growth rate.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Forsythia plant is provided that is a seedling formed following the induced mutation of the ‘Spring Glory’ cultivar (non-patented in the United States). Gamma radiation was utilized to create the mutation. The new cultivar can be readily distinguished from the parent cultivar by the presence of a wide prostrate slow-growing growth habit. Anthocyanin coloration is present at the apex of the sepals. Attractive wide-opening yellow flowers are formed commonly on a single basis with one flower being formed per bud. The winter hardiness is good. The new cultivar also is well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape where good control of plant height is to be maintained. The new cultivar requires no special care.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for making high resolution color prints using ink jet techniques. The method and apparatus of providing for precise control of the number of droplets of printing fluid which is deposited in a pixel on recording paper. The precise control is achieved by incremental control of the print pulse width or time duration. Further precision can be obtained by synchronizing droplet formation with for example, the leading edge of the print pulse. The number of droplets charged during the time duration of the print pulse are the number of droplets which impinge on the paper and at the pixel location. The number of droplets creates therefore a color density. Use of a plurality of nozzles and ink colors will permit the production of very high resolution and high quality color prints.

Abstract: A trailer vehicle for distributing a fertilizing manure slurry to a field which includes a slurry distribution assembly mounted to the tear of the vehicle having four slurry distribution units, each with three plow teeth and a slurry distribution nozzle associated with the teeth for feeding the slurry at root level in the soil. The distribution assembly includes an elongated manifold with four flexible conduits extending from the manifold to each nozzle on the distribution units. The manifold communicates with the slurry tank. The trailer vehicle can also have a special suspension to maintain the tank relatively level. The trailer has three sets of wheels which are articulated in tandem, and the rear wheels of the trailer can be steered in the arc traced by the motive vehicle pulling the trailer. The tank includes an annular wall defining an impeller pump area and a door is hinged to the annular wall.

Abstract: There is provided a quantizing error reducer for an audio signal, which is constructed to feed a quantizing error back to the input side of a quantizer through a noise filter, wherein the coefficient of the noise filter is set on the basis of information relating to the equiloudness curve, thereby making it possible to reduce the noise in the hearing sense.

Abstract: A semiconductor metallization processing method for multi-level electrical interconnection includes: a) providing a base insulating layer atop a semiconductor wafer; b) etching a groove pathway into the base layer; c) providing a first contact through the base layer to the area to which electrical connection is to be made; d) the groove pathway being etched and the first contact being provided in a combined manner which has the groove pathway and the first contact communicating with one another; e) providing metal within the first contact and within the groove pathway, the metal provided within the first contact and groove pathway in combination defining a first metal layer, the first metal layer having an overall thickness which is sufficient to fill the first contact and groove pathway; f) planarizing the first metal layer back to the uppermost region to form a conductive metal runner within the groove pathway; g) providing an overlying layer of insulating material which is different in composition from the

Abstract: Herbicidal compositions are provided comprising glyphosate or a salt thereof and an etheramine surfactant having the representative chemical structure (a) wherein R1 is a straight or branched chain C6 to about C22 alkyl, aryl or alkylaryl group, m is an average number from 1 to about 10, R2 in each of the m (O—R2) groups is independently C1-C4 alkylene, R3 groups are independently C1-C4 alkylene, and x and y are average numbers such that x+y is in the range from 2 to about 60; or (b) wherein R1 is a straight or branched chain C6 to about C22 alkyl, aryl or alkylaryl group, m is an average number from 1 to about 10, R2 in each of the m (O—R2) groups is independently C1-C4 alkylene, R3 groups are independently C1-C4 alkylene, R4 is C1-C4 alkyl, x and y are average numbers such that x+y is in the range from 0 to about 60, and A− is an agriculturally acceptable anion; or (c) wherein R1 is a straight or branched chain C6 to about C22

Abstract: A helmet mount for a night vision device with a goggle horn for attachment to the helmet mount is disclosed. The helmet mount includes an adjustable socket assembly for mounting goggle horns with varying dimensions therein, and a break away latch assembly in the lower socket that allows a goggle horn to be removed if a certain predetermined force is applied to the night vision device. Additionally, the helmet mount includes a vertical adjustment system for changing the vertical position of the night vision device relative to the user's eyes. The vertical movement can be achieved by either a rack/pin system or a gear drive system. Also provided is a locking mechanism that allows the night vision device to be easily changed from the stowed or in use position by compressing an activation button that disengages the locking mechanism and allows the night vision to be flipped up or down.

Abstract: An ultraviolet rays shielding hat having a sun visor is disclosed. The hat includes an elastically circular band having an outer periphery, a plurality of guide supports attached to the side portions of the outer periphery, wherein said each guide support has a guide groove in each of a top side and a bottom side thereof, an inner support disk having an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein a slider is attached to the inner surface of the inner support disk and has a pair of guide rails inwardly extending therefrom, wherein the guide rails are slidably carried in the guide grooves, wherein a guide shaft extends from a central portion of the outer surface, and an outer support disk having a side engagement opening and a central engagement hole, wherein the guide shaft of the slider is rotatably engaged in the central engagement hole, wherein each side end of the sun visor is fixedly received in the side engagement opening.

Abstract: The hand covering of the present invention has a body portion preferably substantially covering a wearer's hand but which at least partially covers the fingers of the wearer, and a limiting element preventing the wearer from grasping with the fingers. The hand covering is in the form of a glove. The limiting element is coupled to the body portion and is located on the front of the wearer's hand. The hand covering preferably covers at least a portion of the wearer's palm and/or fingers, more preferably covers a portion of base of the fingers and/or the palm adjacent to the base of the fingers, and most preferably covers a portion of the palm adjacent to the thumb and at least the index finger. The limiting element is preferably a deformable and resilient member, and interferes with the wearer's ability to bring the thumb together with the other fingers of the hand.

Abstract: A protective glove for a human hand, the glove including five finger portions, and a finger tip portion of a plurality of the finger portions comprising wire mesh.

Abstract: A cap for permitting a wearer to use the cap as a device for catching falling objects, such as baseballs, therewith. The cap includes a cap with a bill outwardly extending therefrom. The bill has a plurality of spaced apart finger holes therethrough.

Abstract: A combination hat and golf ball marking device is provided. The hat includes a generally round convex-shaped body portion for placing over the a skull of a golfer. A bill member extends from a front side of the body portion and works to shade the face of the golfer. A removable golf ball marker is received and retained by a receptacle located at a crown portion of the hat body portion. The marker has a head member and a post for inserting within the ground of a putting green when a golfer has removed his golf ball therefrom. The post inserts into a bore in the receptacle when the marker is not being used.

Abstract: A pair of pantyhose for aesthetic, medical and athletic purposes having left and right leg portions joined together by a lower torso portion. The lower torso portion includes a relatively large, unobstructed opening between the leg portions. The opening is sized and positioned to expose the wearer's crotch and anus areas when the pantyhose are worn by the wearer. Accordingly, the wearer may perform bodily functions, such as urinating, defecating, and engaging in sexual activities through the opening without having to digitally manipulate any portion of the pantyhose. In a preferred embodiment, the pair of pantyhose is a sheer, pigmented, monolithic, knit or woven, elastic structure. In an alternative preferred embodiment, the torso portion includes an additional resilient element, which thereby allows the pair of pantyhose to function like a pair of control top pantyhose.

Abstract: An air cleaning device of the type for deodorizing and/or masking odor from a toilet is provided. The air cleaning device comprises a housing having a cleaning section, the housing connectable to a toilet bowl with the housing being positioned within the toilet bowl; a motor and fan functionally positioned within the housing; a cleaning element positioned approximate the fan within the housing; and at least one switch electrically connecting the fan motor to a power source for operationally controlling the motor. When the motor is activated, air within the toilet is drawn through the housing and across the cleaning element, exhausting the air within the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A pressurized flushing system for discharging liquid into a toilet bowl. The mechanism comprises a sealed container for storing a pre-determined volume of the liquid under pressure having an inlet for connection to a liquid supply source under pressure and an inlet valve to permit liquid flow through the inlet until the pre-determined volume in the sealed container is reached. There is an outlet for discharging liquid under pressure and an outlet valve movable between an open position to permit liquid discharge through the outlet and a closed position to seal the outlet. The outlet valve is urged by internal pressure within the sealed container toward an open position of the outlet when the pre-determined volume of liquid is in the sealed container, however, an actuator normally locks the outlet valve in the closed position against the internal pressure of the container. Operation of the actuator by a user unlocks the outlet valve to permit movement of the outlet valve to the open position.

Abstract: An evacuation assembly for a receptacle, which is traversed by a flowable substance drained through a discharge outlet, includes a housing removably attached to the receptacle and having a channel receiving the substance in case of the blocked outlet of the receptacle, and a reservoir in flow communication with the channel for storing the delivered substance.

Abstract: A retainer for a pool liner has an elongate retaining element includes a longitudinal holding channel for accommodating a liner bead, the channel having an upper wall with a downwardly extending second flange, a rear wall and a bottom wall with a forwardly positioned upwardly extending first flange. The area between the second flange and the first flange forms a slot for insertion of the bead into the channel. A third flange is positioned outside of said channel on the upper wall. An elongate resilient cap has a first hooked peripheral edge portion for hooking over the second flange, and an opposed second hooked peripheral edge portion for hooking over the third flange. The cap can be retained by snapping the hooked portions over the respective second and third flanges. The first peripheral edge portion has an outwardly disposed shoulder extending toward the first flange.

Abstract: A child's bath seat having a base, a top shelf portion with a generally triangular aperture formed therein, a plurality of support members extending between the base and the top shelf portion. The base portion is sufficiently larger than the top shelf portion to provide added stability and discourage toppling. In addition, a plurality of clips may be connected to at least some of the respective support members. The clips extend partially over the base and exert a clamping force thereon. The clamping force urges any object positioned therebetween, such as a washrag, toward the base.

Abstract: A faucet has a base formed with a outwardly open cavity and a pair of confronting open outlet ports opening into the cavity. A sleeve fitted over the base at the cavity has an inner surface directed radially inward at the base, and is rotatable on the base. A spout extending radially outward from the sleeve is formed with a pair of passages each radially inward at the sleeve inner surface into the cavity. A connector in the cavity is formed with an outer surface radially confronting the sleeve inner surface, with a pair of axially oppositely directed tubular inlet nipples fitted in the outlet ports, and with respective passages extending from the nipples and opening radially outward at the outer surface level with the passages. Seals between the surfaces couple the connector to the spout fitting for joint rotation therewith and preventing fluid flow between the grooves.

Abstract: A collapsible bed (10) having an air mattress (14) and a support frame (18). The support frame (18) includes a number of frame members (32), which are joined by pivot assemblies (36), such that the support frame (18) as a whole expands outwardly from a central area (42), when a portion of the frame (18) is pulled outwardly. A second preferred embodiment is a self-expanding bed (100) having an air mattress (14) and an articulated support frame (18), which as a whole expands outwardly from a central area (42). The air mattress (14) is attached to the support frame (18) at a number of points, so that when the air mattress (14)is inflated and expands outwardly, the support frame (18) also expands outwardly. An electric air pump (60) is preferably included which may be activated by a remote control (64), so that the bed (100) is self-expanding.

Abstract: A baby blanket preventing a baby from removing the blanket from the body of the baby. The baby blanket includes a sheet of material having a reinforcing section embedded within a lower portion of a perimeter of the sheet of material. The reinforcing section tapers to an upper portion of the sheet of material to accommodate the shoulders of the baby. The baby blanket also includes a vertically raised section which is located above the neck of the baby. The baby is placed underneath the blanket. The baby is unable to move the blanket away from his body or to move the blanket onto his head.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for securing a bed linen proximate a mattress includes a planar member with at least one tapered portion that is adapted to receive a portion of a bed linen therein. In use, the bed linen is urged into the tapered portion and is secured thereto. The planar member is then rotated approximately 180 degrees and is placed under a corner of the mattress, thereby securing the corner of the linen in position under the mattress. Alternate embodiments for the planar member and for the tapered portion are described.