Abstract: A pin-type bow sight has dog-leg pins and straight pins so that the heads of the pins align along a common axis. The bow sight has a generally circular pin guard with a highlight of a distinctive color applied on the archer side to assist in distinguishing from the target background. The pins are each provided with an optical fiber light guide that passes through an eye or aperture at the tip of the pin. The optic fiber is formed with a set bend at its tip to avoid light loss at the bend, the bend having a radius at least five times the radius of the fiber.

Abstract: A jig used in a substrate carrier handling robot calibration process has features that emulate the overhead transport flange and the bottom surface of a standard substrate carrier. The jig further includes features that are allowed to interact with sensors associated with substrate carrier storage locations and/or sensors associated with an end effector of the substrate carrier handling robot. In calibrating the substrate carrier handling robot the jig is juxtaposed with a substrate carrier storage location. The end effector of the robot is moved relative to the substrate carrier storage location and the above-mentioned sensors are allowed to interact with the jig. A controller for the robot detects locations of the end effector at times when the sensors interact with the jig.

Abstract: A magnetic compass comprises a compass body, an illuminant, a battery set, a base, and a top lid. The compass body, the illuminant and the battery set are situated within the interior section of the base and, furthermore, the illuminant is positioned at one side of the compass body and its light is projected towards the peripheral walls of the compass body. As such, the compass body is illuminated at optimal efficiency and the magnetic compass of the present invention is effectively usable under low light conditions.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a magnetic compass, which comprises a base, a compass assembly mounted on the base, a lid pivoted to one end of the base, and an aiming device pivoted to the other end of the base. The aiming device is provided with a magnifying glass, a lighting member and a battery set. The light of the lighting member is projected towards the compass assembly and the battery set supplies electrical current to the lighting member.

Abstract: An electrolytic tilt sensor is disclosed which comprises a containment envelope having a metallic container and a header, the envelope defining a chamber and having at least one pair of apertures, an electrolytic solution partially filling the chamber, and at least one pair of electrodes, each electrode including an electrically active, transverse portion positioned within the chamber in a general horizontal alignment with one another defining a tilt axis, and a lead portion extending to the exterior of the envelope through the respective aperture. The tilt sensor may further include a sealing material disposed in each aperture of the providing a substantial fluid-tight seal about the respective electrode.

Abstract: A tool for measuring, marking, and cutting material, the tool formed of a rigid sheet of transparent material having a transparent flexible sheet of pressure-sensitive material removably adhered thereon to cover one side of the rigid sheet and provide a removable, non-slip surface. One or the other of the rigid and flexible sheets has a plurality of lines formed thereon, preferably two-color lines, to aid in measuring and marking material. The pressure-sensitive material is formed of a non-static cling vinyl film having plasticizers that continually migrate to the surface of the film.

Abstract: A tape measure that incorporates a marking device for allowing an individual to measure and mark a wide variety of materials in a more efficient and economical manner, and for measuring and marking the beginning point of reference and the measured position point simultaneously. The tape measure has a housing, a coiled measuring tape, a tape tip, and a marker having a marking wheel mounted on an axle.

Abstract: A tape measure that incorporates a marking device for allowing an individual to measure and mark a wide variety of materials in a more efficient and economical manner, and for measuring and marking the beginning point of reference and the measured position point simultaneously. The tape measure has a housing, a coiled measuring tape, a tape tip, and a marker having a marking wheel mounted on an axle.

Abstract: A tape measure that incorporates a marking device for allowing an individual to measure and mark a wide variety of materials in a more efficient and economical manner, and for measuring and marking the beginning point of reference and the measured position point simultaneously. The tape measure has a housing, a coiled measuring tape, a tape tip, and a marker having a marking wheel mounted on an axle.

Abstract: A tape measure that incorporates a marking device for allowing an individual to measure and mark a wide variety of materials in a more efficient and economical manner, and for measuring and marking the beginning point of reference and the measured position point simultaneously. The tape measure has a housing, a coiled measuring tape, a tape tip, and a marker having a marking wheel mounted on an axle.

Abstract: An apparatus for spin drying a semiconductor wafer includes a hollow core spindle and a chuck assembly having grippers for supporting a wafer at an edge thereof. A sleeve is disposed in the central opening of the spindle and a manifold is disposed in the upper end of the sleeve. A capacitance sensor is affixed to the manifold. In another apparatus, an arm having a capacitance sensor mounted thereon is positioned such that the capacitance sensor is disposed above a space to be occupied by a wafer that is supported by the grippers. Yet another apparatus includes an arm having a light source and a detector mounted thereon. The light source directs light toward a surface of a wafer such that light that reflects off of the surface is substantially perpendicular to that surface. The detector is positioned to measure the intensity of the reflected light.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dryer device for drying printing ink, lacquers or similar coatings. The aim of the invention is to improve a system comprising an electric emitter unit (1) mounted in a printing machine or the like for radiating sheets (2) or web material, with a high drying capacity while at the same time making sure that the surrounding machine parts are heated up as little as possible. To this end, the emitter unit (1) is provided with one or more rapidly starting IR medium-wave emitters (12), preferably IR carbon emitters (12) with a wavelength of radiation substantially in the range of from 2 &mgr;m to 3 &mgr;m.

Abstract: A drying section of a machine for the manufacture of a material web, in particular of a paper or of a board web, comprises a smoothing nip which is extended in the web running direction and is formed between two pressing areas lying opposite one another of which at least one is formed by a shoe roll, with at least 70%, and preferably at least 90%, of the outer shoe roll diameter lying above the machine base.

Abstract: A shock-absorbing shoe includes a vamp, an outsole, a heel cushion, and a plurality of spring coils. The outsole is connected to the vamp, and has toe and heel portions. The heel cushion is embedded in the heel portion, and has a bottom wall formed with a plurality of upstanding hollow tubes. The spring coils are respectively received in the tubes and protrude out of the tubes.

Abstract: An orthotic pad is disclosed for reducing pressure and shear stresses on dermal and muscle tissue in treatment areas extending over bony prominences. This pad includes a hydrocolloid-containing adhesive body having oppositely-facing non-parallel first, and second major surfaces. The pad is formed of a soft, deformable and shape-recoverable adhesive material in which particles of at least one moisture-absorbing and moisture-swellable hydrocolloid material are dispersed. The first surface of the pad is contoured to match that of the treatment area for adhesively engaging and covering such area, and the second surface has a developed shape for corrective redistribution of external forces exertable against the treatment area to prevent further damage from pressure or shear forces, promote the healing process and, in appropriate cases, provide orthopedic correction.

Abstract: A shoe cover device is disclosed for a shoe having a top surface and a heel, the device protecting the top surface of the shoe from hair or any harmful effects of chemicals used in hair salons. The device includes a protective cover of shield-shaped configuration for protecting the top surface of the shoe, the cover having a first and a second edge. An edging tape has a first and a second face and a first and a second side and a first and a second termination, the edging tape being folded such that the first side lies over the second side of the tape so that the tape defines a channel for the reception therein of the first edge of the protective cover. A row of stitches extend between the first termination and the second termination of the tape so that the cover is attached to the tape by the row of stitches. An expandable member has a first and a second extremity, the first extremity being secured to the first termination of the edging tape and extending from the first termination.

Abstract: A sports shoe (2) for practicing a gliding sport, comprising a force transmission structure (300) for consolidating the forces transmitted between a gliding device, associated to said sports shoe, and a foot and a lower portion of the user's leg accomodated in said shoe. The force transmission structure comprises force conveying means (301) for concentrating the forces, which are transmitted between said gliding device and the foot and the lower portion of the user's leg, in a predefined stress region (1) extending approximately from the rear region (700) of the lower portion of the user's leg to the anklebone region (701).

Abstract: A snow removal apparatus having a frame, a first snow removal device, and a second snow removal device. The first snow removal device is operably mounted to the frame for removing snow from a front end of the frame. The second snow removal device is operably mounted to the frame for removing snow from a region lateral to a front end of the frame. The first snow removal device and the second snow removal device enable snow to be removed from a width that is wider than a width of the frame.

Abstract: A snowplow blade mount assembly mountable on a vehicle that includes a frame mount assembly which is affixed to a frame of the vehicle and a support assembly that connects to the frame mount assembly. The support assembly is designed to connect to a lift mount assembly and a blade mount assembly. The support assembly enables the blade mount assembly and/or lift mount assembly to be conveniently connected and disconnected from the vehicle.

Abstract: A construction machine rental fee setting system comprises a receiver, provided at a location remote from a construction machine, that receives information relating to the usage conditions and/or the usage environment of the construction machine transmitted from the construction machine, and a rental fee setting device that sets a construction machine rental fee based on the information received at the receiver.

Abstract: The device is characterized in that the nose of the tooth-carrier has a general structure in which two end regions thereof, one corresponding to the area of junction of the said nose with the body of the tooth-carrier and the other to the free end of the tooth-carrier, assume in cross-section a dovetail structure, the dovetail at the first end region being inverted compared to the dovetail at the second end region, the cross-section of the end projection of the nose of the tooth-carrier being constant and the upper face of junction of the said projection with the base of the tooth-carrier assuming a curved structure with the convexity directed outwards, the lateral faces of the nose of the tooth-carrier assuming a structure of flat facets, one of them carrying in proximity to the junction with the body of the tooth-carrier a substantially vertical indentation for the coupling of the retaining cotter pin.

Abstract: A construction machine of the present invention is provided, in a compartment formed by a cover, with an engine, a centrifugal fan, and a heat exchanger for exchanging heat between cooling air blown by the centrifugal fan and a specified medium, wherein the centrifugal fan and the heat exchanger are arranged further upstream than the engine with respect to flow of cooling air, so that cooling air sucked in by the centrifugal fan is led to the engine after passing through the heat exchanger.

Abstract: An improved head cover for insulating a head of a garment press apparatus is disclosed having an inner layer of heat-resistant material configured to directly and contiguously cover a non-pressing upper surface of the head. An outer fabric covering of heat-resistant material is secured to and covers the inner layer to form a single piece. The head cover contains a cutout portion and at least one slot, for accommodating a portion of a supporting mechanism attached to the head and a portion of a steam inlet conduit, respectively. First and second portions of the head cover are detachable from one another for easy installation of the head cover on a variety of heads.

Abstract: A flame simulating assembly (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510, 610, 710) is provided having a simulated fuel bed (12, 112), a light source (14, 414), and a reflector (18, 518). The reflector (18, 518) is disposed in front of the simulated fuel bed (12, 112) and has a reflective surface (22, 522). The reflective surface (22, 522) is positioned for reflecting light from the light source (14, 414) onto the simulated fuel bed (12, 112) to simulate burning embers.

Abstract: A photo album page system comprises a rectangular piece. The piece has an upper edge, a lower edge and side edges. The piece has an extent. The extent is a mounting region for positioning pages within a photo album. The mounting region has a central vertical fold line and spaced circular apertures on opposite sides of the fold line at the center. Also provided is a piece of cardboard adjacent to the fold line. Glue couples the cardboard to the mounting region over the apertures. Short projections are provided above and below the mounting region to aid in the mounting of the pages into a photo album. Provide last are at least two pages. One rectangular mounting zone is provided per page. Each mounting zone includes mounting components adjacent to each mounting zone. Each mounting zone is adapted to removably receive and support a photo.

Abstract: A special material used to provide covering to the sharp edges of traffic and public signs.

Abstract: A customizable place mat assembly capable of displaying a plurality of substantially planar objects. The place mat assembly includes a substantially continuous base sheet having a first surface and a second surface, at least one of the surfaces having an adhesive layer applied thereto for retaining the planar objects on the base sheet. The place mat assembly also includes a substantially continuous transparent cover sheet structured and arranged to sealably secure the planar objects between the base sheet and the cover sheet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hardware used to secure slings to firearms. In particular, to hardware used to secure slings to firearms like that of the M16A2 and M4 Carbine that are fitted with a Picatinny type rail and collapsible buttstock. A wedge/yoke assembly is used to secure an end of a sling to the firearm on a rail and a rotational ring assembly is used to secure an end of a sling to the extension tube of the lower receiver. Both assemblies are designed to be installed quickly without the use of tools and without modification to the firearm. This hardware provides for ambidextrous attachment of a tactical sling to the firearm giving the user a “hands free” capability and allowing for engagement of targets when firing from a “weak hand” posture.

Abstract: A cable-driven animated bird replica comprises a decoy housing 12 having the overall configuration of a bird's body, the decoy having a pair of bird wing members 14 extending laterally of the housing and rotating on a common axis, a flexible cable 16 having a first end 122 attached to the housing and in operative communication with the bird wing members, and a second end 124 rotatably attached to a foot pedal 18 such that hands-free rotation of the bird wing members can be controlled from a location remote from the housing without the use of electric power.

Abstract: A longline fishing system which is attached to a fishing boat for the purpose of lessening wear and tear on the fishing line has an improved reel and an auxiliary hauler. The reel is made from a plurality of arcuate sections forming a core. End plates are attached to each end of the core. The diameter of the core and the diameter of the end plates are related to prevent over stressing the line. The auxiliary hauler is placed between the stern and the reel to accept a portion of the hauling load.

Abstract: A fishing lure comprises a lure body having means for attachment to a fishing line at its front end, one or more fish hooks, and one or more weights mounted along the lower surface of the lure body. The weights are retained along the lower surface of the lure body by a releasable weight mounting means, preferably in the form of a resilient wire, having a fixed end and a movable end which is releasably secured to the lure body. The weights are movable along the mounting means to shift the center of gravity of the lure body toward the front end or the rear end, and release of the movable end of the mounting means from the lure body permits the addition or removal of weights, thereby permitting adjustment of the weight of the lure.

Abstract: The invention concerns an apparatus and method for capturing or eliminating rodents in an aesthetically, unobtrusive manner.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bait station for rodents, in particular for rats, with a box, entry and exit holes in the vicinity of the box floor and run areas extending in the box between the latter for rodents. The aim is to construct such a bait station such that when in the ready position the run areas for the rodents in the box are accepted more quickly and less timidly. For this purpose when the bait station is in the ready position the zones of the box floor of the bait station corresponding to the run areas are left open and the run areas for the rodents run in the box of the bait station on the floor of the surroundings of the area of use of the bait station.

Abstract: A device for killing insects, comprising a frame mounted for movement over the ground in a direction of travel, a first grid and a second grid mounted on the frame, the first grid and the second grid each extending laterally in relation to the direction of travel and being spaced apart in the direction of travel by a gap such that insects to be killed bridge the gap when the frame is moved over a field containing insects and a power supply connected to supply an insect killing voltage to one of the first grid and the second grid.

Abstract: Described is a transparent syneresis-free candle which is substantially hydrocarbon-free, e.g., mineral oil-free and paraffin wax-free; substantially stearic acid-free and consistently-maintained functional compositional integrity on use thereof. The candle composition contains a gellant that is an ester-terminated polyamide or a tertiary amide-terminated polyamide, a non-hydrocarbon solvent which is a vegetable-derived fatty acid ester, and a system-compatible functional fragrance composition, an insect repellent composition and/or an air freshener composition. The candle can be a pillar candle which is free-standing or a container candle.

Abstract: Candles formed from triacylglycerol-based wax are provided. The wax generally has a melting point of about 130 to 145° F. (circa 54 to 63° C.). The wax includes a triacylglycerol component and a polyol partial ester component. Examples of suitable polyol partial esters include fatty acid monoesters of glycerol and/or sorbitan. The triacylglycerol-based wax typically has an Iodine Value of about 20 to 40. The wax commonly includes at least about 70 wt. % of the triacylglycerol component and about 3 to 30 wt. % of the polyol partial ester component. The triacylglycerol component generally has a fatty acid composition which includes about 50 to 70 wt. % saturated fatty acids and about 30 to 45 wt. % 18:1 fatty acids. Methods of producing the candles from the vegetable oil-based wax are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to diesel fuel compositions that are extremely stable against thermal degradation, sedimentation, and discoloration. The diesel fuel compositions of the present invention are void or essentially void of certain heteroatomic compounds often present in diesel fuel and which have been discovered to cause the thermal degradation in the presence of nitrate-based cetane improver additives. The specific deleterious heteroatomic compounds include pyrroles, indoles, sulfides, disulfides, mercaptans, thioacids, sulfonic acids, and indolines.

Abstract: A floral container for containing a floral grouping, the container constructed from a foam material having a cavity and a liner disposed within the cavity, the liner extending a distance from an upper end of the container. A method of use of the floral container is also disclosed.

Abstract: A support (13) for plants comprises of two flanges (14, 15) between which extends a portion (10) and a spacer or top portion (102). The support (13) allows plants to grow adjacent to a wall or fence (17) without suffering the effects of excess heat.

Abstract: A method of producing a plantlet of a C4 plant, includes transplanting a tissue of the C4 plant into a culture medium free of sugar and containing a porous supporting material; and culturing the tissue while supplying carbon dioxide under irradiation of light to form a plantlet of the plant. The method has improved practical aspects such as cost and cultivation period.

Abstract: The floatable planter is employed in a body of water, such as a fish pond, in order to prevent the growth of algae. The planter employs an aquatic pot for receiving a plant, a peat pot having a planting medium for receiving the aquatic pot, a floatation ring about the aquatic pot, a mass of decomposable material selected from the group consisting of barley straw and lavender, and a mesh bag that envelopes the pots, floatation ring and decomposable material. As the decomposable material decomposes, hydrogen peroxide is produced in order to act as an algaecide in the body of water. The floatation ring ensures the proper floatation of the straw or lavender in the water.

Abstract: A plant packaging method providing a tubular sleeve having excess material therein and attaching the sleeve to a potted plant via a bonding material.

Abstract: A plant packaging and covering system including a floral sleeve having a decorative pattern thereon. The sleeve may have a lower portion sized to cover a pot and an upper portion which can surround a plant disposed in the pot and which can be detached once the protective function of the upper portion is complete or which can be used to support the sleeve from a support device prior to use. The decorative pattern preferably has a non-linear upper boundary which gives the sleeve the appearance of having a non-linear upper edge or skirt extending from the lower portion.

Abstract: A sleeve used to wrap items such as flower pots. The sleeve may have an open or closed bottom. When closed, the bottom may have a gusset for allowing expansion upon the depositing of the flower pot into the sleeve. The sleeve has a detachable upper portion. The sleeve may have a bonding material disposed upon an inner or outer portion of the sleeve for attaching the sleeve to the flower pot or other item.

Abstract: A floral sleeve initially having a flattened condition and openable therefrom for use in covering, containing or wrapping a floral grouping, botanical item, pot, or pot having a floral grouping or botanical item therein. The sleeve has a curvilinear lower end, and may have a detachable upper portion. The sleeve may have a non-linear or linear upper edge. When having a detachable upper portion, the sleeve has a detaching element which when employed to detach the upper portion, leaves a linear, or non-linear upper edge on the lower portion of the sleeve, the curvilinear lower end of the sleeve may have a gusset therein.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a process for increasing production of product that is formed in a reactor having a combustion section in which fuel is burned to produce heat to drive an endothermic reaction occurring within a reaction section. Production is increased by adding supplemental oxygen to air or other oxygen containing gas used to support combustion in the combustion section, thereby to generate more heat to support an increase in the endothermic reaction. Additionally, supplemental oxygen can be introduced into the reaction section to partially oxidize a reactant to generate heat and to allow an increase in the production of the product. Supplemental oxygen may be added directly to the steam-methane mixture, or to the combustion air.

Abstract: Abstract of the Invention This invention is directed to a process for producing syngas by increasing the flow of a mixture of steam and methane into a steam methane reformer reaction. This process comprises adding an oxygen-enriched gas to the steam to produce an enriched-oxygen/steam mixture prior to mixing the steam with the methane in the reformer reaction. Oxygen-enriched gas may be added directly to the steam-methane mixture, or to the combustion air. Oxygen-enriched gas may also be added to the air-methane mixture of a gas turbine for operation with the steam methane reforming process.

Abstract: The invention relates to a revolving door suitable for installation in a wall of a building, comprising a shell with an entrance opening and an exit opening, and inside the shell rotatably positioned door leaves, the shell and/or the door leaves being constructed from at least metal structural members, in particular comprising aluminum extruded sections and aluminum plate elements. On the visible side at least the extruded sections are provided with a covering material.

Abstract: A door suspension system includes a rail support attachable to a crosspiece of a door and having a part shaped as a rigid substantially flat plate that supports a rail. A pair of brackets, each having a connector, are attached to support block having an opening in which the rail is partially received. The connectors have a substantially C-profile embracing the flat plate and the rail. A support strip is attached to the connectors and is provided with a connection device for suspending the door of an elevator. A magnetic way is attached to the plate and an elongated primary of a linear motor is attached to the strip in such a manner that the attraction force between the magnetic way and the primary cancels at least partially the weight of the door. The door suspension system further includes a bearing of substantially cylindrical shape with an axial recess. The bearing is mounted in the opening of the support block to guide the rail.

Abstract: An external window shutter for use in front of an exterior window opening includes a frame surrounding the window opening and is attached to an exterior wall surface. The shutter has two panels that are movably mounted on the frame. The panels are mounted generally parallel to the wall surface and to the frame, and are actuatable along a path of travel between an open configuration and a closed configuration. The shutter includes a first guide member attached to respective upper and lower portions of a window facing surface of each panel and extending substantially along the entire length of each panel; and a second guide member attached to respective upper and lower portions of an outwardly disposed surface of the frame; and extending substantially along the entire length of the upper and lower portions of said outwardly disposed surface of the frame.