Abstract: A bricklayer's combination level and plumb having a first I-section beam, a second I-section beam, and a connector pivotally and slidably connecting the second I-section beam to the first I-section beam wherein the second I-section is angularly displaceable up to and including a right angle relative to the first I-section beam.

Abstract: A method for measuring structures of an object using a feeler element assigned to a coordinate measuring instrument and extending from an elastic-to-bending feeler extension is disclosed wherein the feeler element is brought into contact with an object having structures to be measured and the position of the feeler is then determined by comparing the position of the feeler as determined by the coordinate measuring instrument with the position determined by the optical sensor.

Abstract: A hand-operated feeler comprises a rod 8 on a crossed movement table 6, itself mounted on a support 5 fitted with immobilization means at a fixed reference as compared to the part to be measured 1; a processing unit 7 stores and processes the results. Such a device results in rapidly measuring the contours of parts comprising deep and sunken honeycomb cells.

Abstract: A concave radius gauge including a contact probe arranged for moving in and out of a cavity formed in a gauge body, the contact probe having a probe contact point and the gauge body having two gauge contact points for contacting a concave surface that has a radius of curvature, and a distance sensor adapted to sense a distance that the contact probe protrudes beyond the gauge body while at a contact position, the contact position being defined by the probe contact point and the two gauge contact points all contacting the concave surface, wherein the radius of curvature of the concave surface is calculable as a function of the distance.

Abstract: The discovered temperature of the feeler is regularly determined and is recorded together with the associated calibrating data at this temperature. Temperature correction data for the feeler are established from this historic collection consisting of temperature values and of calibrating data. This temperature correction data can be used during a measurement at the respective temperature. This method avoids a separate and complicated setting of the temperature of the feeler or of the entire coordinate measuring device for the calibration.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a measuring wheel for wireline operations includes the step of machining a metal wheel to achieve a first outer radius. The metal wheel is positioned within a ceramic ring having an inner radius that exceeds the first outer radius by an amount in the range of 0.005 to 0.010 inches, defining a gap between the ceramic ring and the metal wheel. The gap is substantially filled with a suitable epoxy, and the epoxy is cured to adjoin the ceramic ring to the metal wheel. The perimeter of the ceramic ring is machined to achieve a second outer radius and a desirable surface finish and pattern.

Abstract: A drying apparatus including a body portion including an upwardly extending drying member which has an upper portion for holding an item of apparel, and a platform coupled to the body portion. The platform can be moved into a first. generally horizontal position over the drying member and can be moved into a second, non-horizontal position not over the drying member such that a user has access to the upper portion of the drying member. The drying apparatus can include an air freshener.

Abstract: A material drying apparatus for substantially eliminating the liquid content of a sludge, the apparatus including a first stage operating at ambient pressure for heating the sludge; a second stage operating with partial vacuum for receiving heated sludge from the first stage for further heating and for drying the sludge by evaporation of substantially all liquid therefrom leaving a dry particulate material; and an evacuated cyclonic stage for applying sufficient centrifugal force to the dry particulate material to render this material odorless.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for quickly and effectively drying ground surfaces are disclosed and claimed. The invention has particular utility in the drying of a race track surface. The invention consists of a means for blowing air upon the surface, a means for heating the air and a means for moving the apparatus with respect to the surface to provide flexibility and control in the degree of drying/heating performed. The apparatus and method may be applied to a variety of surfaces including earthen (dirt) surfaces, concrete and asphalt. One of the objectives of the device is to enable the drying of a track surface such that the surface will not be damaged by overheating which can otherwise occur with other track drying devices applied to an asphalt surface in particular. The design of the invention makes specific use of enhanced turbulent air flow at the surface in order to improve performance over a purely laminar air flow.

Abstract: A substrate transferring/treating system includes a substrate stacking base, a substrate transferring member for receiving/transferring the substrate from/to the base, a substrate cleaning/drying device for cleaning and drying the substrate transferred from the substrate transferring member, and a substrate treating device for treating the substrate that is cleaned and dried by the substrate cleaning/drying device and transferred by the substrate transferring member.

Abstract: Provided is a method of manufacturing incombustible wood that enables maximization of the amount of an incombustion agent used to be impregnated into wood. Further provided is a method of manufacturing incombustible wood that completely satisfies incombustible-wood conditions required by the Building Standard law and that can be relatively easily manufactured. The method of manufacturing incombustible wood includes performing plural times of individual drying steps for drying wood (for example, board material B), decompression steps for decompressing the wood, decompression impregnation steps for impregnating the wood with an incombustibility treatment agent in a decompressed state, and compression impregnation steps for impregnating the wood with the incombustibility treatment agent in a compressed state, wherein two times of the individual decompression steps, individual decompression impregnation steps, and compression impregnation steps are performed, and three times of the drying steps are performed.

Abstract: A heating element assembly for a clothes drier, comprising: a heating wire coil adapted to be wired to a power source for heating air passing through a heating element housing of a drier for subsequent drying of clothes in a drum of the drier. The heating wire coil has straight portions intermittently positioned between coil portions. Support members are adapted to be secured to the heating element housing in a predetermined pattern for supporting the straight portions of the heating wire coil while preventing displacement of the coil portions, so as to retain the heating wire coil on the heating element housing.

Abstract: A textile machine having circulating air heating by means of gas-heated heat exchangers, having flame or meander tubes arranged parallel to one another in a suction space, crosswise to the air stream of the latter, and burners switched ahead of them, is described. In order to be able to work with two burners in the case of high required heat output, and nevertheless to heat the air stream drawn in by the heat exchanger equally, in the case of indirect circulating air heating, everywhere in the stream cross-section, two burners, each having a subsequent tube heat exchanger, are each assigned to one half of the suction space, whereby the heating tubes of the two heat exchangers reach over the entire suction space width, in the main part of the suction space, crosswise to its air stream, but extend only over the suction space half assigned to the burner, in each instance, at least in a segment of the circulating air stream path in the suction space.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a tufted foam insole for use in slippers or other footwear. The present invention also provides for tufted footwear. A plurality of tufts in a foam pad provide for a firm but yet cushy feel to a user's foot.

Abstract: A hard elastic body (10) having a longitudinally extending cavity (13) formed therein is provided mainly at a forefoot region (F) of a sole body. The cavity (13) is formed of a first curved surface (11) extending curvedly in a longitudinal direction and a second curved surface (12) disposed under the first curved surface (11) and extending curvedly in a longitudinal direction as well. A front and rear end of the second curved surface (12) is connected to a front and rear end of the first curved surface (11) respectively and an intermediate portion of the second curved surface (12) is spaced apart downwardly from an intermediate portion of the first curved surface (11). A path (PQ1) between the front and rear end of the first curved surface (11) is substantially equal to a path (PQ2) between the front and rear end of the second curved surface (12). When the first curved surface (11) is pressed downwardly, the sole body is deformed in such a way that a rear foot region (R) of the sole body is lifted upwardly.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a shoe construction for providing increased cushioning effects. The shoe includes a sole, a footbed, and a layer of a plurality of deformable protrusions disposed between at least a portion of the sole and the footbed, particularly in the heel and the forefoot area of the shoe. Each of the protrusions includes a tip facing and freely movable with respect to a lower surface of the footbed. Each of the protrusions also includes a base fixedly attached to the sole so that the base does not move relative to said sole. The protrusions provide cushioning by bending when a foot presses down upon them. An alternate embodiment shows the cushioning sole adapted for use in a sandal.

Abstract: A breathable shoe, including: an upper assembly (10;310;410) having a breathable upper (11;311;411); a membrane (14;314;414) made of a material which is waterproof and breathable, and a sole (16;116;216;316;416) made of perforated elastomer, which are all mutually attached such that the membrane is arranged between the upper assembly and the sole, and the sole is sealed perimetrically to the membrane, in a manner to prevent moisture to enter into the upper assembly from the sole through the membrane, and to permit moisture to leave the inside of the upper assembly through the membrane and through the sole. In one preferred embodiment, the membrane is first attached to the upper assembly so that the upper assembly is a unitary upper assembly including the membrane, and such unitary upper assembly is subsequently attached to the sole.

Abstract: A shoe cleat with improved traction includes a hub with an exposed surface facing away from the shoe sole when the cleat is secured to the shoe, at least one traction element extending from the hub in a direction away from the exposed surface of the hub, and a cleat connector extending from a surface of the hub opposing the exposed surface and securable within a receptacle of the shoe. The cleat connector is positioned on the hub such that the radial distance defined between the hub perimeter and a central axis of the cleat connector differs at varying locations along the hub perimeter in order to facilitate different orientations of the hub with respect to the shoe sole when the cleat is secured to the shoe.

Abstract: In a cleat connection assembly for replaceable cleats used on athletic shoes, a male engagement member is provided in the shoe-mounted connector element, and a recess in the cleat serves as a female connector element or receptacle for the male member. The male member projecting beyond the shoe sole is made of plastic material and is configured with a broad load bearing distal end to avoid damage to vulnerable surfaces engaged by that member when the cleat is removed from the shoe.

Abstract: In summary, therefore, the inventive method and apparatus enables one to mount and dismount an implement, such as a snow plow, from a vehicle, such as a pickup truck, with a heretofore unknown simplicity. The method mounting the plow basically comprises the steps of driving the vehicle toward the blade assembly until the frame assembly mounted on the front of the vehicle is in operative proximity to the blade assembly. Generally, that proximity is established by just touching the blade assembly with the frame assembly.

Abstract: Construction equipment of which protection structure for an operator's cab when rolling over can be constituted to be favorable in visibility, transportability, and assembling and disassembling operability is provided. For this purpose, the construction equipment includes an upper revolving superstructure frame (4) rotatably loaded on a base carrier (3); and an operator's cab (7), a working machine (5) and a counterweight (6) which are provided on the upper revolving superstructure frame. Further, an operator's cab protection frame (10A), which includes an operator's cab protection member (11), supporting members (12A, 13A) for supporting the operator's cab protection member and mounting members (19, 19) with which base end portions of the supporting members are mounted to a vehicle body, is mounted to the upper revolving superstructure frame, and is provided upright behind the operator's cab.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cutting tool for digging vertical trenches, the tool comprising: a jib (B); a cutter structure (34; C) suspended from the jib via a cable; a plurality of cutter members (18) disposed on at least one cylindrical surface; a motor assembly (12); power supply means (46) for powering said motor assembly (12). releasable retention means (22; 44) for securing at least a portion of the motor assembly (12) having the cutter members (18) mounted thereto to the bottom end of the structure (34); relative positioning means between the structure (34) and the motor assembly (12); and means for connecting the power supply means (46) to the motor assembly (12); whereby at least a portion of the motor assembly (12) with the cutter members (18) can easily be separated from the structure (34) of the machine.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cutting device for cutting trenches in the ground having at least one cutting wheel drivable in rotary manner and at least one first cutting element, located on the cutting wheel, for removing soil material during a rotation of the cutting wheel in one rotation direction. On said cutting wheel is provided at least one second cutting element for removing soil material in an oppositely directed, second rotation direction, at least one of the cutting elements is displaceably mounted between a first position for removing soil material and a retracted, second position and a control device is provided for the displacement of the cutting element between the first and second positions.

Abstract: A grab bucket, in particular motor-driven underwater grab bucket, has first and second half-scoops. The scoops can be moved relative to on another from an open position into a closed position by a hydraulic cylinder. The opening angle of the half-scoops is monitored by a sensor which is connected to a control and monitoring device. The sensor is integrated in the hydraulic cylinder and generates an actuating-travel signal which corresponds to the actuating travel of the hydraulic cylinder.

Abstract: An apparatus for labeling a roll of product, the apparatus including: a first substantially planar member; and, a second substantially planar member releasably adhered to the first planar member in a peelable and resealable fashion; wherein, the first and second substantially planar members are suitable for being partially torn to access a corresponding portion of the product when the apparatus is secured about the roll.

Abstract: Disclosed is a display device, elongate mount, and display module for displaying alphanumeric information to passengers of a mass transit vehicle. The display modules are mounted along a single edge to a elongate mount. The elongate mount includes at least one end cap which is made of a vibration dampening material. The louver of the display device includes a substantially continuous pressure member in order to place substantially continuous elongate contact to an area of an LED board that houses at least one heating element. The at least one heating element is covered by a thermally conductive foam that transmits heat from the elements to a heat sink of the display module.

Abstract: Three dimensional imagery composed of more than two angles of view to provide more than two visual references so that the eyes can scan and compare between more than two visibly distinct angles of view. Further provided is apparatus for viewing an imagery display, including means (10) for retaining the imagery display as a succession of images initiated at predetermined intervals. An optical grid means (20, 22) is arranged with respect to the imagery display retaining means so that the imagery display may be viewed through the grid means. Further included is means (30) for applying a control signal or signals to the optical grid means for causing progressive movement of transmissive (5) and opaque (4) zones across the means whereby the progressive moving transmissive zones provide a set of plural pairs of visually distinct angles of view of the imagery display able to be scanned by the left and right eyes respectively.

Abstract: A box body having a grating has a plurality of side faces, at least an upper cover face and at least a lower cover face. The side faces, the upper cover face and the lower cover face form at least a receiving space. At least two side faces of the box body have the grating, which faces outside the box body. The side faces having the grating have an image layer through which movable images or three-dimensional images can be displayed. At least a side face of the box body has an anti-piracy region. A barcode image layer can also be added. The region opposite to the barcode image layer has no grating.

Abstract: The present invention is a notice sign for mounting on a standard mailbox having a convex upper or top surface. The notice sign has a vertical planar member that has a flat surface suitable for bearing a printed message. The vertical planar member has a lower mounting surface for attaching to the sidewall of the mailbox. The notice sign also comprises an upper support member extending from the upper edge of the planar member that further comprises an upper mounting surface for attaching to the convex top surface of the mailbox. The notice sign is preferably attached to the mailbox using strips of double-sided tape although it may also be attached using threaded fasteners passing through the planar member into the sidewall of the mailbox.

Abstract: A breakaway banner support assembly for mounting to a vertical support structure having at least one mounting member connected to a support structure, a support rod extending along a generally horizontal plane for supporting a flexible banner, and a breakaway and return hinge interconnecting the support rod and said mounting member, said rod being pivotally movable along said generally horizontal plane between a display position and a breakaway position, said rod pivoting to a breakaway position in response to a force acting thereon so as to deflect said force and pivotally returning to said display position when said force dissipates.

Abstract: A picture frame and hanging system for hanging and displaying fine art and documents in a level and secure fashion by means of a perforated metal frame covered in acrylic glass with a length and a width and a metal or acrylic C-Rail with a length and a width connected by metal fasteners and metal pins. A first fastener, such as washers, nuts and bolts are provided on the perforated metal frame to attach the acrylic glass to the front of the frame. A second fastener is provided such as metal pins to attach the metal frame to the metal or acrylic C-rail provided. A third fastener is provided such as a L-bracket with holes, in a length and a width to adapt the C-rail to any picture frame needed.

Abstract: A reminder system for a vehicle with an equipment rack or other cargo attached to the roof of said vehicle comprising a sign attached to the inside of a garage door, such that when the garage door is opened, the sign hangs in the field of view of the driver, reminding the driver to check for clearance for such rack or cargo.

Abstract: Markers, methods of marking, and marking systems for use in association with images are disclosed. One marker is removable with a targeted design and metric dimensions inscribed on a clear plastic flap. This marker is attached adjacent to an area of interest with the target placed in such a manner to precisely pin point out an observed abnormality. A paper label at one edge is available for written comments and directions for further studies. The marker can be removed without damage to the image(s).

Abstract: An information displaying arrangement and method for items of soft-goods displayed in a stack, uses a band engaged around each item and spanning an edge of the item, and a tag having a pair of slots with the tag being threaded on the band which extends through the slots. The tag is at the edge of the item, so that the information printed on the tag is visible at the edge even with the item in a stack of such items.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an identification tag which may be secured to a variety of objects to identify such objects and to distinguish such objects from one another. The tag of the present invention comprises a label portion on which a name and other identification information is placed. An attachment portion is attached to the label portion via a small hole punched on the outer periphery of the label portion. In a preferred embodiment, the label portion is formed from pre-cut heat shrinkable plastic which may be formed into an unlimited number of shapes and sizes. The attachment portion, which is attached to the label portion is easily attached to a great many objects via an easy looping procedure.

Abstract: The combination of a soft-goods item of folded fabric adapted to be displayed in a stack, and labeling for each item, has at least one band engaged around the item, spanning at least one of the narrow edge surfaces of the item. A self-supporting tag has a pair of slots spaced from each other and defining a labeling information carrying portion therebetween, and a pair of straps extending along each slot. The tag is threaded on the band which extends through both of the slots, and the tag is positioned at the edge surface so that the labeling information carrying portion is visible at the edge surface in a stack of the such items.

Abstract: A custom display storage system includes storage and display assemblies. One embodiment of the storage assembly includes an album or scrapbook containing pages for mounting graphic works and other generally planar objects. An embodiment of the display assembly includes a display unit joined at the edges with a backing to form a pocket. The display unit includes openings for display of character strings and/or graphic images. The backing includes a slot, hinge, or some other opening system to provide access to the pocket. A customizable insert assembly for insertion into the pocket includes a base sheet having guidelines for mounting images and/or character strings; a clear synthetic resin sheet; and a mat including cut outs aligned with the guidelines of the base sheet. An alternative embodiment of the system includes a container for storing three dimensional items as well as graphic works.

Abstract: The invention is designed to be fitted into the AK47-type semiautomatic firearms to provide a missing but vital feature of locking the reciprocating bolt assembly of said firearm after having chambered, fired and ejected the last cartridge from its removable magazine. The invention is designed to be installed into the receiver portion of the firearm as well as incorporating a modification into the removable magazine housing and follower. The invention consists of a number of components that will work in cooperation with each other to provide the above desired feature.

Abstract: Firearms protected from unauthorized use are disclosed. A disclosed firearm comprises a housing having a handle; a safety located in the housing to selectively prevent firing; and a module removably attachable to the handle and containing an electronic identification device to identify an authorized user. The electronic identification device controls the safety to prevent firing by unauthorized persons and to permit firing by the authorized user.

Abstract: A grip for attachment to a firearm is provided. The firearm grip includes a housing having an internal storage cavity and a pull tab fixedly attached to the housing. The pull tab includes a body and a stopper attached to the body, which removably engages a wall that defines an open end of the internal storage cavity to removably cover the internal storage cavity.

Abstract: A shooting rest supports a firearm and reduces recoil energy of the firearm. The shooting rest has a rear support and a front support for supporting the firearm and a frame connecting the rear support and the front support. The frame supports at least one weight to reduce the amount of recoil energy felt by a shooter.

Abstract: An accessory mount for a firearm having a longitudinal barrel, a first support and a second support forwardly of the first support.

Abstract: This invention is designed to attract wildlife by simulating a real food product that attracts them. Currently, there are other methods of attracting wildlife, but this invention allows the user to attract wildlife without using real food, as it is illegal in some states to use real food as a wildlife attractant. Some users may find it beneficial because unlike real food, it will not decompose, and cannot be ingested; therefore it could last indefinitely and be used over and over again. This would make this a cost effective means of attracting wildlife.

Abstract: A revolving lock rod storage holder is disclosed including a revolving lock having a first spring cavity and a first spring anchor member, a revolving lock body operatively engaged to the revolving lock, the revolving lock body having a second spring cavity and a second spring anchor member, and a spring operatively engaged to the first spring anchor member and the second spring anchor member, at least a portion of the spring positioned in the first spring cavity and the second spring cavity.

Abstract: The invention provides a fishing pole mounting structure that can secure properly firm mounting of a fishing reel. A movable hood part is structured by gradually expanding a predetermined location, in a circumferential direction of a cylindrical body outwardly towards one end in the longitudinal direction from the other end in the longitudinal direction to form a cover hood. The inner surface of the cover hood is formed in a shape corresponding to the end surface, the top surface and side surfaces on the outer end of a reel leg part of a fishing reel, and seats that support the reel leg part of the fishing reel are formed at the both sides in the width direction of this inner surface, respectively.

Abstract: A trolling planer board made of lightweight translucent material has a continuous light source for night fishing and a day or night easily perceptible strike indicator. The light, indicator, and their power supply are housed in a water-tight compartment away from the elements and fishing lines. The strike indicator may comprise a blinking light, a strobe light, a sound, or any other alerting means. Fishing line releases comprise only three moldable pieces, made of weather impervious material and can be used to maintain a hold on the fishing line or to release it, as desired. The planer, made of weather impervious material and having no exposed accessory parts that are sensitive to the elements, can be used in fresh or salt water. The planer's hydrodynamic design eliminates the need for planning board rods and heavy test lines and the weight of the power supply eliminates any need for additional weights.

Abstract: A bait station for crawling insects includes a base and a cover fastened to the base. The base includes a bait cup bisected by a divider wall so that different baits may be offered to the insects. The cover has a roof that is spaced above and spans over the bait cup so that insects may crawl through doorways formed in the cover to access the bait in the bait cup. A support rib extends downwardly from the roof to engage the bait cup and divider wall to not only provide crush resistance and support for the roof but also to provide a bait retention feature. The support rib may also be configured to serve as a reservoir for water or other insect attractant.

Abstract: An ant or other insect bait stake, including a stake portion, formed having reinforcement aspects, including integrally formed corrugations, and having molded therewith a reservoir portion within which a liquid or paste like insecticide or bait may be located, such that when the reservoir is opened, and the ants obtain access thereto, the insecticide may be consumed for eradication of such pests. The reservoir may be of stepped configuration, so as to provide landings for locating of the insects, as they climb down to the insecticide, located internally of the reservoir, during usage of the bait stake.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an emulsifier package is disclosed. The method comprises blending a flow of fuel soluble product, a flow of stabilizer, and a flow of water in a mixing vessel to form a mixture. Mixing the mixture in the mixing vessel and recirculating the mixture through the mixing vessel. Lastly, shearing the mixture with a shearing device at a rate of about 27,500 shears per second to about 87,500 shears per second. A method for manufacturing an aqueous fuel emulsion is also disclosed.

Abstract: Fuel compositions containing (a) pulverized coal; and (b) an oxygenate selected from glycerol, glycerol derivatives, propylene glycol, propylene glycol derivatives, ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol derivatives, fatty acid alkyl esters, fatty alcohols, and mixtures thereof. Methods of reducing the NOx emissions generated from the burning of pulverized coal in a heat-producing unit, wherein the method comprises the steps of: (a) introducing pulverized coal into a combustion chamber of the heat-producing unit; and (b) co-firing the pulverized coal with an oxygenate source selected from glycerol, glycerol derivatives, propylene glycol, propylene glycol derivatives, ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol derivatives, fatty acid alkyl esters, fatty alcohols, and mixtures thereof, where the combustion of the oxygenate source generates at least 2.5%, on a heat input basis, of the total heat generated by the co-firing.