Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yocorrine’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with spoon-shaped ray florets; white-colored ray florets; bright yellow-colored disc florets; and early flowering, natural season flowering in mid-September in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yocamille’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences; light pink-colored ray florets and bright yellow-colored disc florets; and early flowering, natural season flowering in mid-September in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree which is somewhat remotely similar to the ‘Spring Bright’ nectarine tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,507), but from which it is distinguished by producing fruit which are mature for harvesting and shipment approximately five days to seven days prior to the fruit produced by the ‘Spring Bright’ nectarine tree in the San Joaquin Valley of central California and wherein the fruit is of high quality having a skin coloration of dark garnet red over nearly the entire surface thereof.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant variety characterized by a daisy type inflorescence, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, highly flexible plant habit, and very uniform round growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant variety characterized by a large decorative type inflorescence, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, and dark purple ray florets, which resist fading with age.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant variety characterized by a decorative type inflorescence, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, yellow ray florets which resist fading with age, and a very uniform round growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant variety characterized by a large decorative type inflorescence, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, bicolor blooms, very uniform round growth habit, and a large quantity of blooms per flowering branch.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar characterized by large decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, and bright yellow ray florets, which resist fading with age.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yocecilia’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences; light purple-colored ray florets that fade to lighter purple; bright yellow-colored disc florets; and early flowering, natural season flowering in mid-September in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yovictoria’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences; light purple-colored ray florets; and natural season flowering in late September in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Poinsettia plant named ‘Winterfest Pink’, characterized by its uniform plant growth habit; dark green-colored leaves with red-colored petioles; mid-season flowering habit; inflorescences with pink-colored flower bracts; and excellent post-production longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Sweet Yostacy’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; uniform and freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences; pale yellow-colored ray florets with pink-colored apices; and natural season flowering in early October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yodanielle’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences; light purple-colored ray florets; and natural season flowering in mid-October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Dueriblue’, characterized by its upright, rounded and uniform plant habit; freely branching and freely flowering habit; red purple-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and dark green-colored leaves.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Poinsettia plant named ‘Festival White’, characterized by its uniform plant growth habit; dark green-colored leaves with green-colored petioles; early flowering habit; inflorescences with white-colored flower bracts; and excellent post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Poinsettia plant named ‘Winterfest White’, characterized by its uniform plant growth habit; dark green-colored leaves with green-colored petioles; mid-season flowering habit; inflorescences with white-colored flower bracts; and excellent post-production longevity.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yoolivia’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; duplex-type inflorescences; orange-colored ray florets; and natural season flowering in mid-October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant variety characterized by a large decorative type inflorescence, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, and dark reddish-purple ray florets, which resist fading with age.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘Wespeba’, characterized by its cascading plant habit; freely branching habit; short internodes, dense and bushy growth habit; and single salverform purple and white bi-colored flowers with undulating petal margins.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of canna plant named ‘MACtro’ characterized by a dark to yellow-green leaf pattern having multiple linear inter-veinal stripes ranging from a yellow-green coloring which fades to a green-white as the plant matures and a prominent creamy yellow midrib. The leaves offering a vivid contrast to the yellow-orange flowers.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yoalberta’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; freely branching habit; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences with quilled ray florets; dark orange-colored ray florets; and natural season flowering in early October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yohelga’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences; white-colored ray florets; and early flowering, natural season flowering in mid-September in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Duesweetpi’, characterized by its compact, upright, rounded and uniform plant habit; freely branching and freely flowering habit; dark pink-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and dark green-colored leaves.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Pelargonium plant named ‘Sarah Don’ that is characterized by a dense mounding habit, golden-yellow and lime-green variegated foliage, and mauve flowers with dark purple-pink markings. In combination these traits set ‘Sarah Don’ apart from all other existing varieties of Pelargonium known to the inventor.

Abstract: A distinct Dracaena plant named ‘DR9901ART’ characterized by its relatively compact plant growth; leaves which are of an average length of 44 cm and an average width of 7.2 cm; distinctive leaf color with a yellow-green margin RHS 144A to RHS 144B, leaf width approximately 8 mm, a leaf center which is darker than but closes to green between RHS 137A and RHS 139A.

Abstract: A new and distinct kiwi plant of the species Actinidia arguta (Sieb & Zucc.) Planch. ex Miq. var. arguta is described. The variety results from a controlled pollination using a female A. arguta selection AA02-01 of unknown parentage and a male A. arguta selection AA13-01 of unknown parentage. Both named parents (AA02-01 and AA13-01) are unpatented. Its green hairless, edible skin, small fruit size and sweet aromatic taste distinguish the new variety.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Duesweetblu’, characterized by its compact, upright, rounded and uniform plant habit; freely branching and freely flowering habit; red purple-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and dark green-colored leaves.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Duepetmand’, characterized by its upright, rounded and uniform plant habit; freely branching and freely flowering habit; orange-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and dark green-colored leaves.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of African Violet named ‘EverGrace’ particularly characterized by its multiflorescence trait, single, violet-shaped white flowers with variable amounts of light blue in the center and around the edges, frilled light green edges; strong, upright flower stems that curve slightly toward the center to form a compact flower bouquet above the leaves; medium green, wavy, heart-shaped leaves; vigorous and extra large growth habit; flowering 12-13 weeks after potting, and long-lasting and non-dropping flowers.

Abstract: A new apple variety distinguished by good storage ability, good to excellent dessert quality, and a resistance to apple scab, cedar rust, and fireblight, with a moderate resistance to powdery mildew.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yomarjorie’, characterized by its upright, mounded and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plants; uniform and freely flowering habit; duplex-type inflorescences; purple-colored ray florets with bright yellow-colored disc florets; and natural season flowering in early to mid-October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved separator, commonly referred to as a “lath”, “stick”, “sticker”, or “crosser”, that is used in the lumber industry to separate pieces of lumber in a stack or bundle. The separator features, in one embodiment, a plurality of grooves extending transverse to the length of the separator to permit air circulation within the grooves, and a plurality of ridges between the grooves to support the pieces of lumber. In another embodiment, a second plurality of grooves extending transverse to the length of the separator and the first groove to form a cross-hatching of grooves to permit air circulation within the grooves, and a plurality of protrusions to support the pieces of lumber over the grooves.

Abstract: A personal pet blow dryer attachment which enables the delivery of heated air to dry the wet coat of a pet without manual intervention of a handler during the drying process. The personal pet blow dryer attachment is comprised of a body wrap and a mounting station. The body wrap serves as a diffuser for heated air and is connected to a blow dryer with a flexible tube. The body wrap is also connected to the mounting station, or cage to stabilize and secure the pet during the drying process. Heated air is delivered to the pet through the body wrap, via a plurality of holes for air passage. In use the unique body wrap directs heated air across the surface of the pet, such that the heated air dries virtually every surface of the pet's coat simultaneously. As a result, the invention enables drying the pet's coat in a relatively short period of time.

Abstract: A peak including a peak part and an elongated substantially rectangular retaining band both die cut from closed cell foamed plastic material. A pair of openings are formed respectively at the corners of the peak part. A pair of apertures are provided at each end of the retaining band. Dumbbell shaped connectors connect the band to the peak part. Each connector passes through one of each pair of apertures and a registering opening. By having two apertures at each end of the band, the length of the band can be adjusted.

Abstract: A baseball catcher's leg guard comprises a wrap-around foot guard configured to extend down the sides of a catcher's foot to protect the foot and limit lateral movement of the foot guard.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multiple, long-term use, antimicrobial glove. The glove is formed from one or more layers of material having a latex-based matrix with an antimicrobial agent, such as diiodomethyl-p-tolylsulfone, homogeneously incorporated therein. Optionally, the glove may also have additional antimicrobial agents incorporated therein. The glove of the present invention is capable of inhibiting molds and other microbes from proliferating on any surface of the glove, during both storage and use, which results in the prevention of malodor, discoloration, and degradation of the glove. Also, the glove of the present invention is believed to be capable of providing an antimicrobial effect to surfaces contacted by the antimicrobial glove.

Abstract: A headband for holding hairs off of forehead and out of face has a continuous non-elastic cord which has an inner size exceeding an outer size of a head of a user, and a fastener provided with a structure through which at least a portion of the cord can pass, so that by displacing the fastener relative to the cord, a front portion of the cord is reducible to fit exactly the head of the user.

Abstract: A multi-layered moisture resistant hair wrap surrounds a person's entire head of hair protecting, maintaining, and prolonging a hairstyle and adapted to do so in moist environments that include water, steam, mist and humidity and absorbing moisture generated from heat or perspiration from one's scalp.

Abstract: An article of headgear is provided which includes a pair of flaps that are releasably coupled with one another to form a cap shaped to cover the head of a wearer. The flaps are coupled with the sides of a headband, and a brim extends from the headband.

Abstract: An undergarment with a front and rear panel and a crotch panel joining them, wherein the panels are so shaped that at the waistband, at the side of the wearer's body, the front and rear panels are spaced apart. A flexible strap attached to the top edge of each side of the rear panel extends to the front panel. Respective fastening devices on the end of the strap and on the front panel at the waistband enable separable attachment to complete the undergarment. The fastening devices are selected from a group consisting of hook and loop fasteners, snap fasteners, belt and buckle fasteners, hook and eye fasteners, clasp fasteners, bow and tie fasteners and slide fasteners.

Abstract: An improved safety helmets designed and manufactured to protect the head and brain from both linear and rotational impact energy. The helmet designed and manufactured to diffuse or absorb impact energy in a uniform manner around the head and allows for effective reuse of the helmet after multiple impacts. The safety helmet is constructed of layers of polyurethane, monoprene gel, polyethylene and either polycarbonate or polypropylene. The safety helmet manufactured and designed of these materials protect the brain from both linear and rotational impact energy and diffuse or absorb impact energy in a uniform manner around the head.

Abstract: Goggles for swimming or diving (1) comprising a frame (2) formed from a substantially flexible annular body made in a single piece with a surround (8) capable in use of being applied hermetically on the user's face, and a lens (3) shaped according to a cylindrical surface with variable radius of curvature. The surround (8) has an annular shape that is substantially a horizontal figure-of-eight, which describes a single continuous perimeter surrounding the user's eyes, and lens (3) is formed from a substantially flexible single sheet, the peripheral edge of which is embedded hermetically by simultaneous moulding in frame (2).

Abstract: A load absorbing apparatus for use in protective equipment in which a resilient bag containing fluid under pressure is disposed in a position subject to loads and a reservoir of elastomeric material which is expandable from an initial position with a minimum volume to a loaded position with an increased volume which is positioned in spaced relation to said position subject to loads. The resilient bag and reservoir are connected in fluid communication so that loads imposed on the bag force fluid from the bag to the reservoir where the energy is dissipated. After the load is removed from the resilient bag, the reservoir returns to its original shape to return the fluid to the resilient bag. The protective equipment incorporating the load absorbing apparatus can be in the form of a helmet with a relatively rigid shell or a body protected pad having a flexible outer cover.

Abstract: A high flow valve assembly and a low flow valve assembly are in parallel flow relation between an inlet and an outlet of a flush controller. The valve assemblies are opened by solenoid operated pilot valves under the control of a microprocessor based flush control system. A turbine directly measures flow through the low flow valve assembly by providing pulses to the microprocessor, and the control system counts pulses and computes flow through the high flow valve assembly to perform a flushing operation including an initial siphon trap flushing high flow portion and a subsequent trap reseal low flow portion. Corrections are made to the pulse count to correct for partial valve open conditions and other variables. An override switch provides a signal to the control system for a flush operation A user detection system includes a pair of emitters and a pair of detectors defining an array of intersecting detection points in a skewed plane in which the control system can locate the position of a user.

Abstract: A kitchen sink has at least one main basin and an additional basin, wherein both basins have their own drains. The additional basin is formed as a protrusion in a side wall of the main basin and projects into the main basin. The additional basin may be provided with accessories, such as a basin insert or sieve, and the sink may be provided with preparation board(s), which are adapted to the additional basin and/or the basin insert.

Abstract: A support is provided for a bed or the like which provides one hundred percent unobstructed floor space therebelow. The support may be used for supporting a pair of vertically spaced beds or a bed having a desk or sofa positioned therebelow. The support comprises upstanding first and second end frames which are horizontally spaced-apart and which have guardrails secured to the upper ends thereof. Cross supports extend between the guardrails for supporting a bed thereon. Accessory supports optionally extend between the first and second end frames for supporting a desk or sofa thereon. The support may be quickly assembled and disassembled without the use of tools.

Abstract: A draw sheet with low friction underside surface and removable sturdy body straps attached to draw sheet upper surface by means of reusable fasteners to be positioned under a patient in a convalescent bed. A grip dowel positioned through opposing side sleeves of the draw sheet to allow one-handed turning of a patient by a care giver. The body straps secure the patient in a side rest position by attachment to the side rails of the bed. The draw sheet is detachable from the body straps to reveal the torso of the side rest secured patient. Body strap ends stays may be individually disengaged from the bed rails and to obtain greater access to the upper or lower torso of the patient. If so capable, the patient may disengage the body straps from the bed rails to return to a back rest position. Additionally, grip dowels positioned in pull strap sleeves flanking the patient's head and neck may be used to longitudinally position the patient in bed.

Abstract: A rise assist apparatus comprising a handrail in the form of a convoluted section attached to a vertical pole, and stabilized by a bed frame attachment member and a floor contacting base frame. Alternatively, the rise assist apparatus may be wall mounted, being stabilized by a system of mounted wall brackets. The rise assist apparatus further includes an upper curved, horizontal leveraging handle, which extends from the pole-like support structure. Specifically, the rise assist apparatus allows the user to build momentum by pushing off the upper hand grip, and allows the user to control the momentum by regaining balance, and readjusting posture, by gripping the lower handrail member. Additionally, the user can use the curved grip with one hand, while simultaneously reaching for the handrail during the rising movement thereby allowing the user to support himself or herself as they rise out of bed.

Abstract: A light weight supporting board, which is adapted for incorporating with a playyard, pen, cot, and bed, includes a boundary frame, a supporting pocket and a retaining device. The supporting pocket includes a first layer having a tension surface and a second layer overlapped with the first layer to define a receiving cavity between the first layer and the second layer. The supporting pocket defines at least a U-shaped edge holder. The receiving cavity of the supporting pocket has a size and shape adapted for fittedly receiving the boundary frame. The retaining device is provided on the edge holder of the supporting pocket for securely enclosing the boundary frame in the edge holder and retaining a predetermined tension for the tension surface of the supporting pocket.

Abstract: An adjustable bed support system and method provides comfort and security when positioned in a typical bed frame. The support system also has an adjustable leg to help maintain the support system when the mattress and/or box springs are fully loaded. The bed support system can be adjusted for various width and height beds and can be easily removed and positioned in another bed frame having a different width as necessary.