Abstract: A rotatable connector pin assembly is disposed within an opening in an adapter nose, with opposite ends of the pin portion of the assembly extending outwardly beyond opposite sides of the adapter nose in axially fixed orientations relative thereto, and is used to captively and releasably retain a replaceable excavating tooth point on the nose. The configuration of the opposite pin ends permits the overall pin assembly to remain in the adapter nose during removal of the point and replacement thereof, with the pin being rotatable between a first orientation in which its ends permit removal of a point from the nose, or installation of a point on the nose, and a second orientation in which the opposite pin ends block removal of the point from the adapter nose.

Abstract: A rotatable connector pin assembly is disposed within an opening in an adapter nose, with opposite ends of the pin portion of the assembly extending outwardly beyond opposite sides of the adapter nose in axially fixed orientations relative thereto, and is used to captively and releasably retain a replaceable excavating tooth point on the nose. The configuration of the opposite pin ends permits the overall pin assembly to remain in the adapter nose during removal of the point and replacement thereof, with the pin being rotatable between a first orientation in which its ends permit removal of a point from the nose, or installation of a point on the nose, and a second orientation in which the opposite pin ends block removal of the point from the adapter nose.

Abstract: The invention concerns an ear tag for marking animals comprising a female portion consisting of a female head (6) optionally borne by or formed in a first wall (1), a male portion consisting of a male punch (6) optionally borne by or formed in a second wall (1), identifying means being borne by one at least of the female elements (head or wall) and by one at least of the male elements (punch or wall). The invention is characterised in that the male punch is configured in two separable parts, whereof one passes through the ear wall and is housed in the female head, and the other retains the organic substance and enables the punch to be extracted when it is in the female head.

Abstract: A tag (1) for attachment to an animal skin comprising, a body portion (2), a skin penetrating head (4) attached to the body portion, and a locking member (6) attached to the body portion at a different location to the skin penetrating head, the locking member being engageable with the skin penetrating head to secure the two from being pulled apart, wherein the construction is such that the body portion is adapted to be bent and held in a configuration of at least two loops when the skin penetrating head is initially inserted through the skin of an animal and engaged with the locking member.

Abstract: An economic and efficient reminder that records the status of an item and is reusable. The reusable reminder is formed with a bendable tab adjacent each position on a sheet. In another embodiment, the reusable reminder is provided with a coupon for the user to redeem. A plurality of the reminders of the present invention are also provided in the form of a pad, booklet or the like.

Abstract: A three-dimensional advertising display and method of use is disclosed. The advertising display includes a structure and a plurality of sides that cooperatively form an advertising display, wherein at least one side of the plurality of sides includes an electronic panel display and at least one side of the plurality of sides includes at least one printed advertisement. A triangular structure is preferred. Solely due to cost, only a single electronic panel display is preferred, however, if the cost of the electronic panel display decreases significantly, then an electronic panel display located on each side of the advertising display would be optimal.

Abstract: An inexpensive method of promotional advertising with marketing that targets individuals and groups of people around the country; during small and large show events.

Abstract: This invention relates to a handrail (10) for a moving walkway, escalator, or the like, the handrail (10) comprising an endless strip (12) of a flexible polymeric material, the strip (12) having an inner side (14) shaped for engagement with a handrail support, and the strip (12) having an outer surface (18) on the side of the strip (12) opposite its inner side (14); advertising matter (24) replaceably carried by the outer surface (18) of the strip (12); and a flexible sheet (16) replaceably adhesively secured to the outer surface (18) of the strip (12), the sheet (16) being exposed to the atmosphere. The sheet (16) permits viewing by persons supported on the moving walkway, escalator, or the like of the advertising matter (24), and the sheet (16) permits replacement of the advertising matter (24).

Abstract: A display system, including a frame member having a lower end with a threaded bore therein, a banner supported by the frame member, and a mount for mounting the frame member onto a surface, the mount including a suction cup having a force cup opposite a blind bore, a threaded bolt having a head configured for being received within the blind bore of the suction cup, and a connector, the connector having internal threads configured for receiving the threads of the bolt and external threads configured for being received by the threaded bore of the lower end of the frame member.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for loading and ejecting ignition devices into a muzzle-loading firearm. A magazine contains a plurality of ignition devices, which are sequentially loaded from the magazine onto the breech plug of the firearm by a sliding bolt or other loading assembly. After firing, the loading assembly is actuated to extract and eject the spent ignition device and load a new ignition device onto the breech plug.

Abstract: An over-and-under shotgun apparatus includes a radius track which serves as a hinge for articulating the barrel portion of the shotgun apparatus relative to the receiver/stock portion of the shotgun apparatus. The radius track is defined by a female or concave portion formed on the monoblock attached to the shotgun barrels, and a male or convex portion formed on the frame or receiver section. The radius track defines a pivot axis that is spaced from the radius track. The radius track provides a substantial surface area sufficient to absorb all of the recoil force generated when the shotgun is discharged. No additional abutment surfaces are needed. A further aspect of the invention involves a novel trigger assembly, including a striker which moves toward the front end of the firearm when the firearm is cocked, and moves toward the butt end of the firearm when the trigger is pulled to discharge the firearm.

Abstract: An apparatus for the section-wise autofrettage of gun barrels (22) by a hydraulic pressure generated inside the barrel. The apparatus (1, 1′, 1″) comprises a mandrel-shaped insert (2, 2′, 2″) inserted into the barrel (22) from the breech opening. A first sealing device (3) is disposed at one end of the insert (2, 2′, 2″), and has a seal packet (5) disposed on a seal seat (4) of the insert (2, 2′, 2″). The seal seat (4) is limited at the front by a threaded sleeve (7) screwed onto the insert (2, 2′, 2″), and an annular intermediate part (8) adjoining the threaded sleeve (7) at the rear. The seal packet (5) includes at least one O-ring (10) held by a shoulder (9) of the mandrel-shaped insert (2, 2′, 2″), and a high-pressure seal (15) formed by two partial rings (13, 14) that are connected to one another by a conical contact surface (16).

Abstract: An accessory mounting rail for a firearm, which enables mounting of firearm accessories to the barrel of the firearm and reduces the potential for parallax error in mounted sights is disclosed herein. The accessory mounting rail is formed from a complementary pair of mounting bracket sides that are hinged together and have an aperture for receiving the barrel of the firearm. The accessory mounting rail is secured to the firearm through the use of a fastener to connect the complementary mounting bracket sides, which have provided upon them accessory rails.

Abstract: A trap for exterminating moles has a support adapted for placement on the ground to support the trap in an upright position generally above the ground. An impingement device is operatively connected to the support for motion relative to the support for capturing the mole. A barrel mounted on the support in a generally vertical position is adapted for slidably receiving a portion of the impingement device in a retracted position. An explosion chamber receives an explosive force and directs the explosive force generally downward against the portion of the impingement device received in the barrel to drive the impingement device rapidly downward to an extended position. A trigger mechanism triggers an explosion producing the explosive force.

Abstract: An improved method for providing an insect-attracting gaseous product to an insect trap is provided by using an ozone-producing unit and activated carbon so that ozone produced in the unit from air or oxygen contacts the activated carbon, producing an insect-attracting gaseous product, which insect-attracting gaseous product can be fed to an insect trap. The insect-attracting gaseous product of the invention exceeds the effectiveness of carbon dioxide alone in attracting insects. An insect trap is placed in fluid communication with the output of such a unit producing an insect-attracting gaseous product to provide an effective insect trap.

Abstract: A weed-preventing paper with multiple functions for use in plant cultivation is provided. The weed-preventing paper includes a paper body covering a surface of a soil where the plant is to be grown, and having at least a cross opening for the plant to pass therethrough, a weed-preventing agent contained in the paper body for blocking light so as to prevent the growth of a weed surrounding the plant, and a water indicator printed on the paper body and showing a hydrous and an anhydrous states thereof via different colors for being a reminder of watering.

Abstract: A decorative wrapper for a floral grouping or flower pot wherein a sheet of material having embossed and printed patterns thereon is wrapped about at least a portion of the floral grouping or flower pot. The printed pattern may be in or out of register with the embossed pattern, or a portion of the printed and embossed patterns may be in register with one another and a portion of the printed and embossed patterns may be out of register with one another. The sheet of material may be provided in the form of a pad containing a plurality of sheets of material or in the form of a roll wherein the sheets of material are separable from the roll of material.

Abstract: The invention is relative to a plant container characterized in that it consists of a grid pot (1) with a carrier insert (2) and a cover jacket (3) detachably connected to the latter.

Abstract: A new, simplified, versatile, portable, self-contained hanging garden structure for growing plants, and its production method. An elongated, tubular-shaped sleeve open at one end and sealed at the other to form a watertight system, with reinforced holes placed in the top to support a hanger apparatus. Said sleeve is filled with plant growing material, having a display platform in which plants may grow and extend out from pierced slots. A cone-shaped water distributor is placed in the center of said sleeve, flush with the top, the center being void of growing material, and the cone using gravity to allow even water distribution through orifices cut into the sides of the sleeve. A hanger apparatus is attached to the reinforced holes for hanging the garden structure on an above ground structure.

Abstract: The present invention provides an automatic door control system that includes a door, a control module assembly, and a drive train assembly. The control module assembly is coupled to the door. The drive train assembly is coupled to the control module assembly, where the drive train assembly is configured to receive a signal from the control module assembly to easily move the door, where the drive train assembly exerts a force to move the door.

Abstract: A control method of a powered sliding device for sliding a vehicle sliding door slidably attached to a vehicle body with the power of a motor in the door opening direction and in the door closing direction, wherein when a first abnormal sliding of the sliding door is detected during the door closing sliding of the sliding door by the door closing rotation of the motor, the motor is rotated again in the door closing direction after being stopped for a specified time, and after that, the re-judgment of the abnormal sliding is performed, and when the abnormal sliding is again detected in the re-judgment, safety processing operation is performed.

Abstract: A wing arrangement has a window or door frame and a wing of a door or a window secured in the window or door frame so as to allow opening and closing of the wing. A locking device is provided at the opening side of the wing and has at least one push rod for locking the wing in the window or door frame. The locking device has a locking bar and an actuating element for the locking bar supported on a wing frame of the wing. The locking bar engages the window or door frame or a neighboring wing framelocking the wing. The wing frame has an open profile section open to the opening side into which the locking bar is inserted at any desired location. The actuating element is a driver mounted on the push rod in a matching position relative to the locking bar.

Abstract: An access door is provided which may be easily installed. The door utilizes a mounting tape which is affixed between the door frame and the surface which supports the door as well as acting as a seal. The mounting tape allows installation by a single individual. The door may be further held in position by a minimal number of screws after being attached initially using the mounting tape. A core surround member may also be part of the door. The core surround covers a gap between the door and the door frame from view.

Abstract: A window having a frame with a windowpane disposed therein is provided. A first impedance discontinuity element is disposed between the windowpane and the frame adjacent a portion of a periphery of the windowpane. A second impedance discontinuity element is disposed adjacent another portion of the periphery of the windowpane. The first and second impedance discontinuity elements have different impedances.

Abstract: A guardrail system for a pitched roof of a building including a plurality of pitched roof members includes a plurality of end post supports that may be installed from ground level. Each of the end post supports may include a U-shaped body having a first segment for removably fastening to an end of a respective roof member, and having a second segment extending outwardly from the respective roof member with a gap therebetween defined by the U-shape. The end post supports may also include a post receiver connected to an upper end of the second segment of the U-shaped body, and a stabilizer carried by the U-shaped body for extending against an adjacent wall portion below the pitched roof. The guardrail system may further include a respective post carried by the post receiver of each end post support, and rail members to be connected between adjacent end posts.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for mounting objects such as a fireplace mantel to a wall. The assembly includes a ledger strip for mounting on a wall and one or more mounting devices that are located on the mantel. Each mounting device includes a plunger slideably mounted within a main body and coupled to the mantel, and a compressible member cooperating with the plunger. The compressible member allows the mantel to be positioned on the wall when the mounting device is rested on the ledger strip. The compressible member allows the ledger strip to be quickly attached to the wall without highly-precise measurement, and the mantel to be accurately and securely positioned yet easily adjusted.

Abstract: An apparatus for at least one of providing a decorative shelf, decorative framing, decorative shelving, decorative paneling and a decorative member for supporting and hanging preselected articles. The apparatus comprises a panel member formed with a brick like design adjacent an outer surface thereof and having each of a first predetermined shape and a predetermined thickness and at least one of an opening, having a second predetermined shape, formed in the panel member to provide a frame like member for at least one of a mirror and a picture and a means formed in the brick like design for supporting at least one of a shelf and a bracket for supporting and hanging such preselected articles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flashing member for a roof-penetrating structure, comprising a first flashing portion (2) adapted to provide a seal against a roof and a second flashing portion (3) adapted to provide a seal between the first flashing portion and the roof penetrating structure. The first and second portions (2, 3) are interconnected in the mounted state, so that the flashing member provides a seal between the roof and the roof penetrating structure. In the state of delivery, the first and second portions (2, 3) of the flashing member are interconnected with each other in sliding engagement allowing the relative position between the first and second flashing portions to be adjusted during the mounting process. Adjusting means may comprise a first folded over part (11) creating a first narrow fold (13) on the first sheet portion (4) and a second folded-over part (14) creating a second narrow fold (16) on the second sheet portion (6), the two folds (13, 16) meshing with each other.

Abstract: A movable wall module is provided for installation into an opening formed in a building wall structure, such as a room divider wall in a commercial or residential building. The wall module comprises a frame sized and shaped for substantially nested placement into the wall opening, and to support different functional and/or aesthetic components on opposite sides thereof. The wall module is adapted for manual or power-driven displacement to selectively orient and changeably these components relative to the rooms. In one preferred form, the movable wall module may support audio and/or video components on one side and a work surface such as a desk on the opposite side. In another form, the wall module is a partial-height wall such as a kitchen countertop segment or island, and is rotatably movable to selectively and changeably position the partial-height wall relative to adjacent indoor and/or outdoor spaces.

Abstract: A swivel joint apparatus for supplying utilities to a rotating building rotatable about a central axis has an inner, fixed spindle for securing to a fixed base of the building to extend co-axially with a central axis of rotation of the building, and an outer casing rotatably mounted on the spindle for securing to the rotatable part of the building. The spindle has a series of spaced annular flanges defining a series of annular chambers and at least one ring seal mounted on the peripheral edge of each flange for rotatable sealing engagement with the outer casing so that the casing forms an outer wall of each of the annular chambers. A lower end wall of the spindle has a plurality of ports for connection to fixed utility lines in the base for fluid supply to and from the building, each port connected through the spindle to a respective annular chamber.

Abstract: A system for quickly erecting an integrated building exterior shell. The building shell has a structural frame (10) of linear ferrous members with an I shaped cross section (10), whose flanges (10a) lie in the plane of the building shell. The open space between the structural members is filled by sliding in a snug fitting wall panel composed of core (12), exterior sheet (11), and interior sheet (13). The flanges (10a) and web (10b) physically secure wall panels in place by gripping it at the slots (15), thereby eliminating the need to use fasteners.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new type of module in which the floor of the module is integral with the ceiling placement upon the module below it. This invention also provides utilization of temperature top protection a module during shipment. This invention also relates to a construction method where the stabilizing structure for the building including stairs and hallways constructed first, and the module are constructed therein.

Abstract: A dormer assembly is provided for a roof structure of a dwelling. More particularly, the dormer assembly is easily erectable by having a structure that is collapsible for transportation to an installation site and erectable into a completed dormer assembly at the same time the adjoining fold-up roof system is raised during final home construction.

Abstract: A lockable wire mesh security and closure including a locking member which engages and locks to both the top wall and the bottom wall of the enclosure. The locking member can be latched into position and locked in place to securely lock the enclosure.

Abstract: Ground anchor designed to be screwed into the ground, comprising a shaft (3), whose upper end (8a) is provided with a bearing part (8) that can be placed on the ground, and a manipulation device (9). Said anchor has several screw-thread blades (5, 6, 7) consisting of a flat material, which spiral around the shaft (3), are arranged along the shaft (3) at a distance from one another in an offset manner, and respectively consist of a screw thread with upper and lower blade ends (11, 12). The length of the thread of the individual blades (5, 6, 7) slightly exceeds 360°, so that the perimeter of the blade ends (11, 12) overlaps, forming a cutting gap (11a) that is delimited by a plane on its upper and lower borders. The exterior diameter of the blades (5, 6, 7) decreases from blade to blade from the bearing part (8) down towards the lower end of the shaft.

Abstract: A sealed feedthrough or bulkhead for cables or pipes in a wall assembled from modules having block-shaped members defining spaces in which a test pressure can be applied, utilizes spacers between the block-shaped members which maintain gaps between them while having pins extending into the block-shaped members.

Abstract: A building structure comprising one or more modular panels (5); a wall locating member (12) positioned between a base (2) and the one or more modular panels (5); a top member (19) placed on top of the modular panels (5); and a plurality of tie rods (14). The modular panels (5) when adjoining to form a wall create longitudinal cavities (16) within the wall. The plurality of tie rods (14) extend through said longitudinal cavities (16) and secure said top member (19), walls (3) and wall locating member (12) to the base (2).

Abstract: The flooring is made up of a set of touching parallel floorboards (10) and is supported by a set of mutually parallel load-spreading plates (2) placed on the ground via a resilient underlayer on which they rest; the flooring is remarkable by the fact that said floorboards (10) are stuck to said plates (2) by means of beads of elastically-deformable adhesive (4) such as polyurethane placed on the top faces of the plates (2), preferably in respective longitudinal grooves (3) formed in the top face of the plates. The invention relates to flooring, in particular for playing sports.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vapor barrier for use in the thermal insulation of buildings which can be used, in particular, for thermal insulation procedures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapor barrier in accordance with the invention is thereby capable of achieving water vapor exchange under different ambient conditions. This is achieved by using a material which has a water vapor diffusion resistance which is dependent on the ambient humidity and which also has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vapor barrier for use in the thermal insulation of buildings which can be used, in particular, for thermal insulation procedures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapor barrier in accordance with the invention is thereby capable of achieving water vapor exchange under different ambient conditions. This is achieved by using a material which has a water vapor diffusion resistance which is dependent on the ambient humidity and which also has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vapor barrier for use in the thermal insulation of buildings which can be used in particular, for thermal insulation procedures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapor barrier in accordance with the invention is thereby capable of achieving water vapor exchange under different ambient conditions. This is achieved by using a material which has a water vapor diffusion resistance which is dependent on the ambient humidity and which also has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vapor barrier for use in the thermal insulation of buildings which can be used, in particular, for thermal insulation procedures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapor barrier in accordance with the invention is thereby capable of achieving water vapor exchange under different ambient conditions. This is achieved by using a material which has a water vapor diffusion resistance which is dependent on the ambient humidity and which also has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vapor barrier for use in the thermal insulation of buildings which can be used, in particular, for thermal insulation procedures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapor barrier in accordance with the invention is thereby capable of achieving water vapor exchange under different ambient conditions. This is achieved by using a material which has a water vapor diffusion resistance which is dependent on the ambient humidity and which also has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

Abstract: A self-adhering air and moisture barrier sheet membrane for structural surfaces of buildings, which is permeable to the passage of water vapor, is comprised of a water vapor permeable sheet onto one surface of which is applied an adhesive in a non-continuous film.

Abstract: A concrete form unit includes opposing sidewalls which are preferably made of foamed plastic or other insulating material. Articulated spacers extend between and connect the sidewalls, and are capable of folding about themselves both at an elbow situated between the sidewalls, and also at their junctures with the sidewalls. The folding ability of the spacers allow the sidewalls to convert between a collapsed state wherein the sidewalls are in close adjacent relationship and the spacer links are oriented at least substantially parallel to each other and at least substantially parallel to the sidewalls, and an expanded state wherein the sidewalls are in distant spaced relationship with the spacer links being oriented at least substantially parallel to each other and at least substantially perpendicular to the sidewalls. The collapsed form unit therefore assumes an overall box-like shape, and therefore the collapsed form units are easily stored and shipped with minimal lost storage volume.

Abstract: A multipurpose composite wallboard panel is disclosed as having an aluminum sheet (14) attached by means of an adhesive (16) to a wallboard panel (12), such as a gypsum wallboard panel. Such a composite panel can readily be handled and quickly attached to the framework of buildings for the purpose of bracing, finishing, fireproofing, and thermally insulating wall structures in a single wall sheathing procedure.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a shingle includes a first layer having at least one full tab and at least one full cut-out. A second layer is positioned under the first layer. The full tab width to first layer length ratio is greater than 8.5/36. The full cut-out width to first layer length ratio is greater than 8.5/36. A method that includes applying such shingles to a roof.

Abstract: A connection device for connection of building members, and a building comprising members thus connected, exhibiting innovative function and effect which have not been found in the prior art. The connection device for connection of vertical members and horizontal members which comprise a building consists of a base body on which second connection portions are provided to be connected to first connection portions provided on building members such as vertical members, horizontal members, the first connection and the second connection being connected to each other by a first fitted annular body to be fitted by groove contact onto edges of both the first connection portion and the second connection portion, and a second fitted annular body adapted to be taper press fitted onto the first fitted annular body.

Abstract: A composite structural panel is provided. The panel comprises a frame having a longitudinal frame axis; a plurality of beam elements mounted in the frame, each of the beam elements has a respective longitudinal beam axis generally parallel to the frame axis; a reinforcing fibre wrapping that extends around each of the beam elements, the wrapping has a fibre direction running generally obliquely to the beam axis; a plurality of wire strands that extend about the wrapping, the wire strands run generally parallel to the beam axis and the frame axis; an outer layer of reinforcing fibre mat that surround the frame, the wrapped beams and the wire strands, the mat has a majority of its fibres running generally parallel to the frame axis; and, a solidified epoxy resin that extends throughout and encasing the beam elements, beam wrapping, wire strands, outer layer and frame.

Abstract: A composite suitable as an integral portion of a building affording protection from wind blown debris such as from a tornado comprises in order a lightweight material, a layer of fabric of high strength fibers bonded with a resin and a layer of a structural sheathing material such as plywood.