Abstract: A crimp press has a positioning unit for lowering a grip arm supplying a cable end to a crimp device. The positioning unit is arranged on a handle firmly connected with a tool holder. Vertical movement of the handle with the positioning unit corresponds to the vertical movement of the tool holder during the crimping operation. Adjustment to different crimp devices and/or different crimping contact types is provided by a bar of the positioning unit being adjustable in vertical direction and automatically lockable and releasable.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing a vane (1) to a gas turbine component intended for guiding a gas flow. The vane (1) is produced by casting, and an internal hole (3) for coolant is then cut out of the cast vane (1). The vane (1) is provided with a starter hole (5), either during casting or once casting is completed, following which the internal hole (3) for coolant is cut out of the vane, proceeding from the starter hole. A method is also disclosed for manufacturing a gas turbine component including a plurality of vanes (1) for guiding a gas flow. The gas turbine component is cast in such a way that it includes the vanes and an internal hole (3) for coolant is then cut out of each of the vanes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of forming a coil of spring wire by winding a wire into a coil spring formed of a plurality of rings of the wire wherein each of the rings has a substantially constant strain rate. The forming speed of the wire being wound is controlled so that each of the rings has a substantially constant strain rate and minimum work hardening occurs.

Abstract: A method for making a hollow crank includes a three-direction forging step to forge a piece to have a recess in a first end of the prototype; a step of forming a hollow first end of the prototype by forcing the first end through a cone-shaped passage in a mold; a step of forming the first end of the prototype to have an angle relative to the second end of the prototype; a step of setting the first end of the prototype in a cold-forging mold to set the shape of the prototype.

Abstract: A scissor-type implement for use in removing a trailing end of a candle wick. The implement includes first and second elongated handle portions pivotally connected together at an intermediate location and each terminating in an opposing and inter engaging wick sectioning and storage member. Each of the wick sectioning and storage members includes a substantially semi-spherically bell shaped and interiorly hollowed housing. First and second incisor portions extend from the hollowed interior of associated housings and each includes an overlapping and angled blade edge. Upon the housing members first being partially displaced relative one another and arrayed around the wick, the handle portions are actuated in mating fashion. The overlapping blade edges successively grip the wick and section its trailing end in angular fashion from a remaining portion of the wick, the sectioned wick end being retained within a selected one of the matingly engaged housings.

Abstract: A scissor-type implement for use in removing a trailing end of a candle wick. The implement includes first and second elongated handle portions pivotally connected together at an intermediate location and each terminating in an opposing and inter engaging wick sectioning and storage member. A first of the wick sectioning and storage members includes a substantially bell shaped and interiorly hollowed housing exhibiting a base surface with a razor edge. A second of the wick sectioning and storage members also including a substantially bell shaped and interiorly hollowed housing exhibiting a base surface with a flattened support edge.

Abstract: An apparatus for guiding the placement of the holes needed for the installation of door knobs and or lock sets in new or existing doors. The apparatus is attached to the door to be sawed and or drilled temporally, where the holes needed can then be sawed and or drilled at the proper locations to assure proper operation of door knobs and or lock sets.

Abstract: A portable coordinate measurement machine comprises an articulated arm having jointed arm segments. The articulated arm includes an integrated, internal counterbalance in one of its hinge joints. This counter-balance utilizes a coil spring having relatively wide end rings and narrower internal rings machined from a metal cylinder. The spring further includes at least two posts for locking into the hinge structure of the arm as well as a spring adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A portable coordinate measurement machine comprises an articulated arm having a plurality of jointed arm segments. The arm segments include replaceable protective coverings and/or bumpers to limit high impact shock and abrasion as well as to provide an ergonomically and/or aesthetically pleasing gripping location.

Abstract: The invention relates to a length or angle measuring apparatus, wherein a holding device (6) that can be turned by means of a differential screw (16) and a flector joint (5) is used in order to perform an adjustment with the greatest possible sensitivity of the angle between a scale (2) and a scanning disc (9). Advantages in terms of vibration resistance of the array and the amount of components required are obtained by combining the differential screw (16) with a flector joint (5).

Abstract: The transverse cross section of a tape is cambered into V shape. The tape is 27 mm wide, 0.11 mm thick, and cambered at a height of 6.75 mm at its both ends so as to ensure sufficient stiffness when being pulled up to 10.5 feet from the tape rule housing.

Abstract: A tape scriber, formed as an integral device, either molded or cast, includes a base portion, having a cavity formed therein, for accommodating the tab end of the tape. The base portion includes a laterally extending stem, having a slot there through, and into which a box cutter may locate its razor tip, in preparation for cutting of a board during usage. A rearwardly extending member includes an inclined slot, or at least a slot which accommodates a pencil upon an incline with the tip of the pencil extending through a bottom aperture, aligning under the precise end of the tape, to furnish a scribe or pencil mark at that location, as the rule is moved, to the exact dimension measured on its tape during usage.

Abstract: An extension kit for extending the use of standard calipers to a wide variety of measuring applications not otherwise possible or convenient for such calipers. The calipers include a jaw (3a) slideable along a scaled beam (5) with respect to a fixed jaw (4a). The extension kit included: a first housing (10) attachable to the fixed jaw, a second housing (20) attachable to the slideable jaw, and a plurality of accessories including contact point rods (30) selectively attachable to the first and second housings.

Abstract: A low-pressure dryer dries a substrate applied a coating solution thereon at low pressure. The dryer includes an airtight chamber installing a substrate table to place the substrate thereon; a diffuser plate, provided as facing the substrate placed on the substrate table with a gap, for discharging gas existing in the gap toward outside, the diffuser plate having a size almost the same as or larger than the substrate; a substrate-temperature adjuster, installed in the substrate table, for adjusting a temperature of the substrate; and a decompression mechanism for decompressing the airtight chamber. The diffuser plate has a temperature adjuster for making temperature adjustments to have a temperature difference between a first region and a second region of the diffuser plate, the first region facing a center region of the substrate, the second region being outside the first region and including a region facing an outer region of the substrate.

Abstract: A grooming device having a first unit and upper hand-held unit connected to the first unit. A vacuum unit in the first unit creates a vacuum air flow in a vacuum chamber in the hand-held unit, while a heating unit in the first unit generates a heated air flow to a heat chamber in the hand-held unit. The heat chamber and vacuum chamber are contained within a vessel in the hand-held unit. The heat chamber is separated from the vacuum chamber by a wall having regularly spaced pores. When both the vacuum unit and heating unit of the device are switched on, the vacuum flow in the vacuum chamber pulls heated air from the heat chamber through pores in the wall so that dry, heated air flows along the length of the vessel. Thus, hair placed in the vacuum chamber of the hand-held unit is exposed to the combined effect of the vacuum and flow of heated air. In a further embodiment, the wall of the vacuum chamber is heated by a heating element thereby causing the vacuum flow to be heated.

Abstract: An apparatus for hardening a sealant on a substrate is disclosed in the present invention. The apparatus includes a chamber receiving at least a pair of bonded substrates, and at least one supporting unit supporting the bonded substrates, attached to inner side surfaces of the chamber, and having a substantially flat contact surface contacting the bonded substrates.

Abstract: A device for sanitizing moisture containing cleaning implements is provided and includes a first and second heatable plate, a hinge for moving the first heatable plate relative to the second heatable plate, and heating elements positioned with respect to the first and second heatable plates to provide heat to the first and second heatable plates respectively. During operation of the device the heatable plates are heated and steam is generated by the cleaning implement which acts to sanitize the heating implement.

Abstract: An apparatus for removing moisture from air which includes a moist air inlet area, a dry air outlet area, a regeneration air inlet area, a regeneration air outlet area and a desiccant medium. A drying fan is provided for drawing the moist air through the moist air inlet area, through the desiccant, as to exit the unit through the dry air outlet area. A regeneration fan is provided for drawing regeneration air through the regeneration air inlet area, through the desiccant medium, so as to exit the unit through the regeneration air outlet area.

Abstract: An air knife constructed in accordance with the present invention directs a curtain of air across a region and most typically is used to direct the stream of air against a surface. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention the air knife includes an elongated housing having an inlet for receiving air into the housing. The housing includes an elongated gap that extends along the housing that allows air entering the housing through the inlet to exit the housing and form a curtain of air. The elongated housing is made from a piece of sheet metal bent to define a hollow region into which air is forced. The sheet metal defines a gap along a length of the housing from which the air exits. The elongated air knife forms an angle with respect to a direction of travel of glass sheets passing the air knife so that a leading edge of those glass sheets passes progressively different parts of the air knife.

Abstract: A midsole assembly for an article of footwear having a heel, a midsection and a forefoot. The midsole includes a first member having a first hardness and forming a continuous heel support, shank, and forefoot plate. A second member having a second hardness forms a continuous heel cushion and forefoot cushion. The first member is positioned beneath the second member in the heel, and positioned above the second member in the forefoot.

Abstract: Shock absorbing and pressure reducing insole for footwear with one or several cavities filled with fluid. In the cavity, additional joints have been provided between the top foil and the bottom foil of the insole in order to damp the movement of the fluid in the insole. The additional joints have varying heights in order to promote presence of fluid near the higher joints.

Abstract: A sports shoe for a gliding sport, which comprises an upper (8) and/or a shell (4) and/or a cuff (7), which are provided with at least a first flap and a second flap that can be closed over each other by means of at least a fastening buckle (11). The sports shoe comprises also at least a protection element (14), which is associated to the fastening buckle (11) for preventing the fastening buckle from accidental openings. The protection element (14) comprises at least a protection strap (150), which is associated to the upper and/or shell and/or cuff and which is arranged, so as to wrap around and/or cover, at least partially, the fastening buckle (11).

Abstract: A switchable shoe spike (6) for a shoe, including a central hub (7) having a first and second side, at least one of which includes a spike (5A) projecting therefrom, engagement means (10) for enabling the mounting of the shoe spike to a sole of the shoe, and support means (12) for positioning the shoe spike in a first or second position (5B) corresponding with an exposure of the first or second side, wherein the support means positions the shoe spike through rotation about the central hub.

Abstract: A back leaning shoe shape has a shoe mold of increased height and waistline that is formed on the basis of practical applications to prevent the phalanx from directly rubbing against the shoe surface. The shoe mold leans backward by an predetermined angle between 5 to 25 degrees and has a height of at least 5 inches. The back leaning shoe shape is used for special applications to prevent hurting muscles or bones of wearer when it is worn for a long period.

Abstract: A shoe midsole (1) for shoes with exceptional walking comfort, eg hiking shoes. The shoe midsole is provided with a shock absorber (6) in its heel zone (4) and a bead (8) behind and adjacent the heel zone, said bead completely or partially following a U-shape and forming a side support for the heel of the wearer. The sole is flexible about at least two slightly curved bending lines (12,14), which are inclined relative to the longitudinal axis (10) of the sole, said lines being defined by channels or grooves (12,14) in the sole material. The bending lines do not intersect each other and their cavities face away from each other. The sole (1) has a particularly elastic portion (16) of a hand-like shape with at least two finger-shaped zones (18a,18b,18c) pointing towards the toe end (30) of the midsole. As a result the shoe midsole offers a considerable degree of flexibility during the wearer's walking motion.

Abstract: A minefield shoe for reducing the danger of accidental detonation of a land mine by a wearer of the shoe, the shoe including: (a) a cushion including a plurality of inflatable compartments, the cushion having, when inflated, at least one flexible, substantially flat, ground-contacting surface extending across the compartments; (b) passages, disposed within the cushion, for providing fluid communication between the compartments, and (c) means for attaching the shoe to a boot of the wearer, wherein each of the compartments is in fluid communication with at least one other compartment, via the passages, so as to prevent any significant increase in internal pressure of any one of the compartments resulting from a decrease in internal volume of another compartment, thereby to allow deformation of the ground-contacting surface to form a matching counterpart of terrain engaged by the shoe, while maintaining a substantially even distribution of the load on the shoe along all of the ground-contacting surface.

Abstract: An internal split toe with creased sole for rock-climbing shoes includes an upper portion, internal wall and a creased sole under the toe area attached to the upper portion. An internal wall separates the area for the big toe and the other toes. The internal wall is attached to the sole and the upper portion. The internal wall ensures a creased sole under the toe area. An internal split toe with creased sole for the rock-climbing shoes allows rock-climbers to maximize the rock surface contact with the sole by hooking and wrapping around uneven and protruding rock surfaces preventing the problems of bulging and loss of sensitivity.

Abstract: A cleat (10) to be used on a golf shoe is disclosed. The cleat (10) includes a cleat body (3), securing means (4) and a plurality of long legs (1) and short legs (2). The long legs (1) and the short legs (2) are provided alternately on the cleat body (3). The long legs (1) protrude outwardly from the cleat body (3) having an angle with an imaginary plane normal to the axis of the cleat in the range 70±15 degrees. The long legs (1) are rigid enough to penetrate through grass while the short legs (2) are rigid enough to retain their shape on a hard surface and press grass hard from above. The cleat having voids between the long and short legs provides excellent grips on grass as grass blades and stalks enter the voids and entangle with the long legs (1) and the short legs (2).

Abstract: Apparatus for dredging shellfish from the bottom of a body of water includes a source of pressurized water, at least one water jet arranged to receive water from the pressurized water source and direct it at shellfish-containing sediments, sorting plates for receiving the shellfish-containing sediments excavated by the at least one water jet and separating the shellfish from the sediments, a collection chamber for receiving the separated shellfish, and dual lifting compartments, one of which is connected to the pressurized water source for lifting shellfish from the collection chamber and entraining the shellfish for transport to the surface, and the other of which is arranged to received pressurized air for increasing the transport speed and lifting power while cushioning the shellfish as they are transported to the surface.

Abstract: An ironing board has an electrically heated working surface with an electrical heater element disposed therein and an electrical connector for connection of an electrically heated iron. A power management system within the ironing board has a sensor that detects whether the iron is connected to the ironing board. The ironing board and iron can be selectively set to one of a plurality of heat ranges. The power management system detects thermostatically regulated demands for electrical current by each of the ironing board and iron and a controller selectively provides electrical current to at most one of the ironing board heater element and iron so as to not exceed a predetermined maximum electrical current. Control circuitry provides either a fixed or proportional temperature differential between the ironing board and the connected iron. The ironing board can include a height adjuster for selectively adjusting a height of the ironing board.

Abstract: A metallized thermoplastic label includes a first skin layer containing a thermoplastic and a first cavitating agent, wherein the first skin layer has a first side and a second side, the first skin layer is cavitated, and the first side of the first skin layer is adapted to be used in contact with a cold glue adhesive. The label further includes a cavitated core layer and a second skin layer that is metallized. The particle size of the cavitating agent in the core layer is selected to achieve a desired appearance, especially luster, of the metal layer.

Abstract: Device for collecting samples for the DNA identification of livestock, adaptable to the ear tag. The device consists of a strip of filter paper attached to the piece of the ear tag bearing the punch and surrounding its base. The device collects the blood emerging from the wound produced when tagging. After the blood has dried, it can be used for identification or other genetic analyses. Applicable to collecting samples for DNA analysis simultaneously to ear tagging.

Abstract: A three-dimensional advertizing display and associated business method use thereof, that, while not actually including real boxes, assumes the appearance of a stylized stack of boxes. The components have indicia printed thereon which advertizing the availability of boxes, as well as any other desired information (dealer's phone number, sizes available, prices, etc.).

Abstract: The present invention includes the basic components of traditional liquid ornament, which means an ornamental is in the “water ball”. However, the ornamental in the present invention can achieve the effect of three-dimensional movement.

Abstract: A point-of-sale dispensing rack for retail consumer goods includes a high definition liquid crystal display header system for showing a variety of preprogramable picture and/or written messages over an extended period of time. The system includes a high definition liquid crystal display header and a portable memory storage device housing for receiving a portable memory storage device with preprogramable messages thereon. A computer connected between the portable memory storage device housing and the header sends the messages to the header for display. The system allows for periodic automatic rotation of several messages e.g. throughout the day and month versus paper graphics that must be changed by hand. The system also enables programming of messages at different times or dates which enhances the ability of a brand of a particular consumer product to reach its unique audience.

Abstract: A slotted cylinder contains a pair of first and second rollers extending within the cylinder between opposing gears carried by associated sidepieces at the opposing ends of the cylinder. A scroll of reading paper connects between the rollers such that rotating a knob at one-end transfers the reading paper in a first direction between the rollers. Rotating a knob at the opposite end transfers the reading paper in the opposite direction.

Abstract: Product displays are provided having planar elements suggesting three-dimensional entities, and indication product class and/or product type visible from a distance.

Abstract: A set (1) for the composition of bi-dimensional images into tri-dimensional form, comprising a panel plurality (2), each panel (21, 22, 23, 24) reproducing a respective bi-dimensional image, and a support unit (3), apt to support the panels so that they are substantially parallel to a same plane, which unit has members (31, 32, 33, 34, 35) rotatably connected one to the other by rotatable connection means (5), to make the set assume a plurality of exhibition configurations and a minimal encumbrance configuration, wherein the panels and the support unit have reversible means of mutual engagement (4) (FIG. 3).

Abstract: The invention relates to a message display means which comprises a solid body which can be assembled to a part of a rod such as a flag end, or a radio antenna of a telephone or of a vehicle, at least one of the outer faces of said body being configured to carry a textual and/or pictorial message.

Abstract: An attachment and tensioning system for a planar structure, including a flexible structure, for use with a sign, awning, mural, painting canvas, or roll-up door. One variation includes a first fixed portion for attaching one edge of the structure, such as via an opening for receiving a beaded or otherwise lockable structure edge, a moveable portion attachable to a second structure edge, and a tensioning device coupleable to the moveable portion and a second fixed portion. In one variation, the tensioning device attaches to and tensions the planar structure via levering. In another variation, the planar structure includes pairs of opposite edges, the first fixed portion and the moveable portion being located on an opposing pair of edges, and a second fixed portion and second moveable portion being located on another opposing pair of edges. Another variation includes two fixed attachment sections, and the planar structure has a stretchable section.

Abstract: A back illuminated ceiling mounted display panel attaches to the outside of the framework of ceiling panels and overlaps the grid of the framework to include a total covering of the ceiling light fixture with the panel on and or the panel off. The display attaches to the outside panel ceiling framework, and covers the actual frame of the ceiling fluorescent light box, or can attach to the frame of the light box. The attachment mechanism is a strip that clips the outer length of the framework of the ceiling panel to the frame of the fluorescent light box. When properly mounted, the strips are flush mounted on the ceiling grid system and attaches securely between the light box and the ceiling grid system, and or framework of the suspended ceiling.

Abstract: A basic piece having a thick potion has its end engaged with an outer covering piece so as to provide a card insertion opening formed on one side portion. A card pinching piece having elasticity is disposed in a space between the basic piece and the outer covering piece and attached to the outer covering piece such that one end of the card pinching piece abuts against the basic piece.

Abstract: An improved trigger system for lever action rifles that utilize a trigger block safety, comprising a trigger, sear, bushing and springs. The trigger, sear, bushing and springs are assembled as one unit permitting the user to fit the trigger system into an existing rifle without modification. The system eliminates looseness, play, creep and drag found in existing systems.

Abstract: A firearm safety apparatus comprises an elongated member with an enlarged barrel cap at one end, and means for retaining the other end outside the barrel. The elongated member is long enough to extend through and out of the barrel, and the barrel cap is large enough to prevent its passage through the barrel. The retaining means are engaged with the elongated member after emergence of the end from the barrel so as to retain the first end outside the barrel. The apparatus may be further adapted for enabling removal of the retaining member and removing the safety apparatus from the firearm. The presence (or lack) of the firearm safety apparatus thus installed may be readily ascertained by visual inspection, enabling an observer to determine whether a firearm is definitely safe to handle. The firearm safety apparatus may be brightly colored for facilitating such observation.

Abstract: The freebore section of a barrel of a firearm includes a plurality of freebore pads interleaved with a plurality of freebore slots for conveying propellant gases past the bullet upon entry of the bullet into the freebore section to stabilize and maintain the bullet in axial alignment with the axis of the rifled bore of the barrel upon entry of the bullet into the rifled bore.

Abstract: A hunter's blind which provides a hunter's chamber within a tubular body and having a cover with an opening therein, which opening is partially covered by an integrally formed hood which permits the hunter to have a panoramic view of the habitat and to rise, aim and shoot at prey within range without his or her activities creating visible motion which would otherwise disturb the prey.

Abstract: A bird deterrent device generally has a base, a plurality of mutually parallel directing channels, and a plurality of spikes extending from the base. The channels are preferably disposed in rows so they are not only mutually parallel, but also coplanar. The spikes are inserted into the channels, and then at least some of them are bent out so that the top ends of at least some of the various spikes are oriented at least 5 degrees out of parallel with respect to each other. The resulting spikes are therefore “fanned out,” and tend to prevent birds from landing in the immediate vicinity of the device. The bottom of the spikes are fixed into the base in some manner, preferably using a second bend and then crushing portions of the base adjacent to the bent sections to maintain the spike in places.

Abstract: A decoy for attracting waterfowl having an upper body portion, a non-parallely oriented keel and an anchor. The decoy body is non-parallely connected to a keel by an attachment means. This attachment means may be fixed or adjustable. This non-parallel orientation between the keel and the upper body allows the decoy to maintain a desired orientation within a body of water when acted upon by a wind or water current. An anchor connected to the combination of the decoy and the keel provides a means for maintaining the decoy in a generally fixed location. This combination of features allows the orientation of a group of decoys to be varied so as to provide a desired natural looking presentation.

Abstract: Apparatus adapted for connection close to the end of a fishing rod remote from the rod handle, comprising an antenna for receiving electromagnetic radiation from the said rod end and converting it to an electrical signal; and an electric light for generating visible light from the electrical signal. This is used with an electric bite alarm for connection to a fishing rod, responsive to the movement of a fishing line extending along the rod to trigger a bite signal, comprising an electromagnetic signal generator triggered by the bite signal to transmit electromagnetic signal into the rod.

Abstract: A fishing lure includes a body with a head, a central portion, a tail, a dorsal side, and a ventral side. The body has a centerline defined from the head to the tail and between the dorsal and ventral sides. The body has a center of gravity located between the centerline and the dorsal side. The fishing lure may include a harness for attaching the body to a line with a hook. The body may include a channel formed therethrough from the head to the central portion at an angle in the range of about 30 degrees to about 60 degrees. The channel may be configured for receiving a harness for attaching the body to a line with a hook. The harness may have a through hole extending between the ends for slidably receiving line.