Abstract: The present invention provides a laminating method, when a multilayer printed wiring board is produced according to a build-up technique, for easily introducing an insulating layer that, under the lamination conditions, allows filling a resin inside a through hole and/or a via hole simultaneously with laminating a circuit board, is low in the thermal expansion coefficient of a formed insulating layer, and, after roughening a surface of the insulating layer, is excellent in the adhesiveness with a conductor layer that is formed according to plating. The present invention also provides a method of forming the insulating layer; and a method of producing the multilayer printed wiring board; and furthermore an adhesive film that is used in these methods.

Abstract: A method for testing opening patterns in an active area of a PCB wherein two arrays of test patterns of apertured pads are analyzed following drilling therethrough in accordance with a specified manner. Specifically, the outer patterns are first tested and if failure results in one or more of said patterns, an inner array of patterns closer to the active area are then tested and, significantly, only the respective test pattern nearest the associated array of openings is used to determine whether said array of openings meets the designated spacing criteria.

Abstract: An electrical structure, and associated method of formation, that includes a complex power-signal (CPS) substructure. The CPS substructure is formed and tested to determine whether the CPS substructure satisfies electrical performance acceptance requirements. The testing includes testing for electrical shorts, electrical opens, erroneous impedances, and electrical signal delay. If the CPS substructure passes the tests, then a dielectric-metallic (DM) laminate is formed on an external surface of the CPS substructure. The DM laminate includes an alternating sequence of an equal number N of dielectric layers and metallic layers such that a first dielectric layer of the N dielectric layers is formed on an external surface of the CPS substructure. N is at least 2. A multilevel conductive via is formed through the DM laminate and is electrically coupled to a metal layer of the CPS substructure.

Abstract: A process is provided for manufacturing a ball and socket joint that has a ball pivot (2) that is composed of a pivot pin (3) with an essentially spherical ball head (4) arranged or made integrally in one piece on one side. A bearing shell (5) is provided as well as a preformed plastic film as a thin-walled ball socket (7) with a joint surface (8) enclosing the ball head at least partially. A lubricant (9) is introduced between the surface of the ball head (4) and the joint surface (8) of the thin-walled ball socket (7). According to the process, the thin-walled ball socket (7) is filled first with the lubricant (9). The ball head (4) of the ball pivot (2) is then introduced into the thin-walled ball socket (7) filled with lubricant (9), and the ball head (4) provided with the thin-walled ball socket (7) is subsequently introduced into the housing (10). Finally, the free space between the thin-walled ball socket (7) and the housing (10) is filled up with a material to form a bearing shell (5).

Abstract: A wire connector fastening tool comprises an elongate body having a first end, a second end, an outer hand-engaging surface and an interior surface. The outer hand-engaging surface has a generally uniform outside diameter from its first end to its second end. The interior surface defines an internal axial bore extending through the body from the first end to the second end. The axial bore has a first section with a first inside diameter and a second section with a second inside diameter. The second inside diameter is larger than the first inside diameter. The first section of the bore extends from the first end of the body to a point between the first and second ends of the body. The second section of the bore extends from the first section of the bore to the second end of the body. The first end of the body is adapted to engage with at least a portion of the first wire connector in a manner so that rotation of the body causes rotation of the first wire connector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite insulator comprising: (i) a composite body having at least two connectors, wherein the composite body is coupled to a conductor; and (ii) a housing, wherein the housing is a one-piece housing and the composite body is located inside the housing.

Abstract: In a method for producing, from a cast or forged blank, a connecting rod intended for a reciprocating-piston engine and having one little and one big connecting-rod eye, the big connecting-rod eye is split, in a pre-machining step, along a parting plane running through the axis of the eye, the place side faces of the blank being ground beforehand in a first clamping station. After the plane faces of the blank have been ground, first the contour of the big connecting-rod eye and then the split in the parting plane are produced by laser cutting while the blank is held in a second clamping station.

Abstract: Process and apparatus for producing a turbine component, turbine component and use of the apparatus Turbine components have to withstand high thermal and mechanical loads. It therefore proves advantageous for them to be made from a material with a preferred crystal orientation. Hitherto, the turbine components with a preferred crystal orientation have been produced as a single piece, with relatively high scrap rates. The proposed concept makes it possible to produce a preferred turbine component (9, 10) in a particularly simple way by assembling a turbine component (9, 10) at least from a first base part (1) and a build-up material (8), the subregion (7) of the joining zone having a preferred crystal orientation (2), so that disadvantageous properties of a joining zone without a preferred crystal orientation (2) which have hitherto been encountered are avoided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of manufacturing a hollow blade for turbine engine comprising a foot and a rotor blade, the method comprising a production stage of two external parts (14) as well as an assembling stage via diffusion bonding of these two external parts so as to obtain a blade preform. According to the invention, the production stage of the two external parts comprises, for each of these parts, the following operations: the making via forging of a primary element (28) constituting at least a rotor blade part of the external part; the making via forging of at least a secondary element (34) intended to form at least partially a foot part of the external part; and the assembling of each secondary element (34) onto the primary element so as to obtain the external part.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing a catalytic converter is described where the catalytic converter is comprised of an outer tube member having a monolith substrate internally compressed therein with a wrapped mat material surrounding the monolith substrate and intermediate the outer tube. One or more monolith members can be applied within the outer tube and heat shields may also be applied internal to the outer tube and adjacent to the monolith substrate. The assembly of the catalytic converter includes measuring the sequence of compression of the mat material to the monolith substrate in order to understand the possible force characteristics that can be applied during the assembly thereof. The mat material is therefore compressed within the outer tube by way of compression jaws, by compression rollers, by spinning and/or by a shrinker including compression members. The compression of the mat material can be in single or multiple steps.

Abstract: A method of securing a plurality of oblong tubes into a plurality of circular openings in a header of a CT or Serpentine style fin core exchanger. One end of each tube is shaped into a circle, inserted into a circular opening in the header and bonded into place thus forming a Flat-Round joint.

Abstract: A method of forming a pulley, including: extrusion molding a body of the pulley; and producing at least one peripheral groove in the body so as to form the pulley. The invention also relates to a pulley (20) formed in accordance with the method.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing an article of jewellery, which comprises a step involving manufacture of a first hollow element in tubular form, said element being made of precious metal or a precious metal alloy and intended to act as a lining; a step involving preparation of a second tubular element made of metal or metal alloy and intended to act as a core for said first element in tubular form; a step involving coaxial joining together of the two elements by means of arrangement of a layer of solder in between so as to obtain a tubular assembly which is then subject to a first drawing step aimed at compressing the first element onto the second element; this is then followed by a step involving brazing of the tubular assembly so as to melt the layer of solder and fix together the two elements before a second drawing step for reducing the thickness of the brazed tubular assembly to the desired value.

Abstract: It is a method of manufacturing a spring assembly, which includes two annular plates and compression coil springs, and which is adapted so that the compression coil springs are assembled to the annular plates by caulking projection portions formed on the two annular plates, respectively. Projection portions are formed at the side of the annular plates. Plural large-diameter walls and plural small-diameter walls are alternately provided in the circumferential direction of each of the projection portions. A punch having a portion, whose diameter is larger than the inside diameter of a space between the small-diameter walls, is inserted into an inner space among the large-diameter walls and the small-diameter walls of each of the projection portions. As the small-diameter walls of each of the projection portions are enlarged in diameter, the large-diameter walls adjoining each of these small-diameter walls are easily enlarged in diameter.

Abstract: A system for adjusting at least one spacer of a bearing assembly includes a force-transmitting member and a preload regulator. The force-transmitting member is configured to operatively receive a force and to transmit the force to an adjustable spacer. The preload regulator includes a first portion and a second portion movable relative to each other with the first portion being movable in response to the force and the second portion being received by and stationary relative to the bearing assembly. The preload regulator further includes a controller coupled to the first portion and the second portion with the controller being configured to detect an electrical contact between the first portion and the second portion.

Abstract: A clamping device (1) for receiving and for the clearance-free prestressing of a wheel bearing comprises a clamping mechanism (3) which radially prestresses the wheel bearing (8) from the outside.

Abstract: This invention has a unique, new way to drive the “electric” type shavers, miniature water turbine. The water pressure driven shaver uses the water from the faucet as a “parasite”, free power source from the bathroom or the shower outlet with a diverter to rotate the turbine, water remains recyclable. It uses no electricity, cost effective, it is waterproof, submergible. The water valve by controlling the flow becomes Speed Control of the Water Pressure Driven Wet and Dry shaver. It is adaptable to most prior art circular rotating and flat vibrating type shaver with or without beard trimming. After shaving, as a new invention, built in water jet flushes out hair particles at flushing outlets, Flush-out Cleaning. Shaver has a holding ring to hang it up by the sink or by the shower. Vertical, worm gear type turbine driven shaft is used in nose hair trimmer version of this invention, with clean out water nozzle. Version of this invention is a water pressure driven massaging apparatus.

Abstract: A fruit grating tool includes a tube-shaped housing, a cap releasably connected to the housing, a pressing member arranged under the cap and biased down by a spring, a rotary member having a knob arranged on top of the cap, and a grating base arranged under the pressing member and connected to the rotary member; the grating base has a grating surface on an upper side thereof, and many sharp edged tangential holes thereon; fruits are put on the grating base to be pressed against the grating surface by means of the pressing member, and are grated by means of the grating surface when the knob is operated to cause the grating base to rotate; the fruits will pass down via the sharp edged tangential holes of the grating base after having been grated into small pieces.

Abstract: A device for parting a strip (6) of binding material that has been fitted around an article (5), such as a roll of sheet material or bundle of sections and the like, comprising a housing (1) provided with a support (12) for supporting the device with respect to the article (5), two blades (7, 8) connected to the housing (1), at least one blade (8) of which can be moved with respect to the housing (1), drive means (10) for moving the blades with respect to one another between an open position and a closed position for cutting through and/or snipping through the strip (6) when the housing (1) is bearing on the article, and a clamp (16) for holding the parted strip. The clamp (16) and one of the blades can be brought into interaction with one another to clamp the strip (6) between them.

Abstract: A blade shaft for scissors is disclosed. The end face of the body is provided with screw hole and positioning protrusion, and the end face of the shaft ring body is provided with corresponding slot for a screw rod from the inner edge of the ring body passing through a spring and is locked to the screw hole of the body forming into a controlling buffer when the shaft ring body rotates, by means of the rod element of the shaft body the ring face of the shaft ring body can be rotated to an appropriate angle, and by means of the protrusion and the recess, the blade is positioned at an open angle for hair cutting.

Abstract: A multipurpose firefighting and demolition implement is disclosed. The implement uniquely combines the functions of at least three or more of the following: an axe, a shovel, a hoe, a pry bar, a hook, a claw, and a socket into one compact, toteable implement for use in firefighting and demolition. The implement comprises a dual-sided head with a handle mount in the middle. The front side of the head comprises a substantially flat front blade with a toothed edge on the edge of the blade opposite the handle mount. The front blade may also comprise a socket. The other side of the head comprises an axe blade. The axe blade includes a notched portion on either the upper surface, the lower surface, or on both of the upper and lower surfaces of the axe blade.

Abstract: A reciprocating saw including a housing, a motor supported by the housing, a spindle mounted for reciprocation relative to the housing and having a front end for supporting a saw blade, the spindle being movable through a cutting stroke and a return stroke, the cutting stroke having a stroke length, and a pivot body interconnecting the spindle and the motor. The position of the pivot axis of the pivot body may be movable relative to the housing to change the stroke length of the spindle. A shock absorber may be operatively positioned between the motor and the front end of the spindle and may be at least partially mounted within the spindle.

Abstract: A carpenter's pencil sharpener for cutting a point on a flat pencil has a base enclosure and a centering collar rotatably mounted on the base enclosure and cooperatively defining a longitudinal central axis. The base enclosure has a pencil contour surface generally matching a desired contour of the pencil. The collar positions the pencil generally along the central axis during rotation of the collar. A flat blade has a cutting edge positioned along the contour surface at an angle of approximately 10-13 degrees relative to the central axis for cutting against the pencil when the pencil is rotated about the central axis.

Abstract: An apparatus for engraving images on a passport, credit card, identification card, or the like, and its adaptor for use in the apparatus, the apparatus comprising a personal computer, a controller, a vibration-preventing unit, an X axis pulse motor driver, a Y axis pulse motor driver, an X axis pulse motor., a tilt motor driver, a Z axis head motor having a minute ?Y axis driver, a stylus and a vacuum pump whereby photographs of faces, addresses, names, autographs, the images for engraving information identifying one's identity, the images from a digital camera, scanner or other information taken from a computer through a network can be automatically and correctly engraved on identification cards such as passports, drivers' licenses, employee certificates or credit cards.

Abstract: There are currently three other types of “Alignment Systems” that align the axles of Class 8 trucks in use today, that I am aware of One system is a totally computerized procedure that attaches to the wheels. The second system uses the side of the tire, and the third system uses the tread of the rear axle as an index point. There has not been any major updates to these three above mentioned in the last 10 years. This invention is the first major “System Change” using the wheel as a reference point, but not using a highly technological computerized system. Using this “Alignment System” it is much more cost effective and user friendly, thus making it more available to the open market.

Abstract: A light emitting module and a modular light emitting system with leveling capability. The system relates to light-based (e.g. lower-based) layout tools of the type used in the construction industry. More specifically, the system relates to a modular light emitting system for projection visible patterns, such as dots, lines, cross-lines and other patterns, on one or more distant surfaces for purposes of alignment, construction, verification and the like.

Abstract: A position determination system comprises a data processing system, a first measuring module, and a second measuring module. Both of the measuring modules are coupled to the data processing system. The first measuring module includes a first sensing device for obtaining positional data of a first testing target. A calibration sensing device is rigidly linked to the first sensing device. The positional relationship between the first sensing device and the calibration target is known. The system has a rotation mechanism for rotating the sensing device of the first sensing device. The second measuring module includes a second sensing device for obtaining positional data of a second testing target. A calibration target is rigidly linked to the second sensing device, and is used with the calibration sensing device to obtain a positional relationship between the calibration target and the calibration sensing device. The positional relationship between the second sensing device and the calibration target is known.

Abstract: A self-balancing, no-spin magnetic compass. A described embodiment includes a compass card assembly, a retainer assembly, a pivot assembly, a gimbal assembly, a cup, and a dome. The compass card assembly includes an air chamber which provides buoyancy. The retainer assembly functions with the compass card assembly to retain magnets. The pivot assembly snap-fits into the retaining assembly and contacts the compass card assembly to allow the compass card assembly to pivot about the pivot assembly. The pivot assembly also snap-fits into the gimbal assembly. The base of the pivot assembly is positioned into the cup and the entire compass is secured into the dome, that is filled with a fluid.

Abstract: A method of inspecting a series of workpieces using a coordinate measuring apparatus, comprising the steps of: measuring a calibrated artefact on a coordinate measuring apparatus at a fast speed 28; generating an error map corresponding to the difference between the calibrated artefact and the measured artefact 30; measuring subsequent workpieces at the same fast speed 34 and correcting the measurements of the subsequent workpieces using the error map 36. The artefact may be one of the workpieces.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring a horizontal level of a wafer chuck, including a measuring part for contacting the wafer chuck to measure a horizontal level, a mounting part on which the measuring part is mounted, and a supporting part for supporting the mounting part. The measuring part may include a center gage and a plurality of edge gages.

Abstract: A measurement device for use with an underground flow system comprises a variable length body, a length sensor for sensing a length of extension of the body, an angle sensor for sensing an angle of inclination of the body, and a computer. The computer is used to determine at least one of a depth and a diameter of an underground pipe of the underground flow system based on readings taken from the length sensor and the angle sensor. An associated method is disclosed.

Abstract: A digital measurement system is provided for an apparatus including first and second parts that are positionally adjustable relative to one another, the first part having a base surface and the second part being selectively adjustable toward and away from the base surface. The measurement system includes an elongate reference element mounted for longitudinal movement on the first part such that a first end of the reference element is positionable to be substantially even with the base surface of the first part. A digital reader head is attachable to the second part. The reader head is operable is operably engaged with and moveable along the reference element for measuring relative movement of the reader head along the reference element. The readout further includes a digital display for indicating a measurement corresponding to the relative movement of the reader head along the reference element.

Abstract: Measuring-point bolt including a body having a first end and a second end. The first end has an internal opening adapted to receive a measuring device pin. The second end is adapted connect to a hollow pin of another measuring device. A main internal opening is arranged within the body and communicates with the internal opening of the first end. A spring is arranged within the main internal opening. A element is movably arranged within the body. The element is structured and arranged to prevent entry of foreign particles into the body. A sealing member is at least one of non-removably connected to the second end and permanently fixed to the second end. The sealing member is adapted to prevent equalization of air pressure between an outside atmosphere and the main internal opening. This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: A power tool has a housing with a motor and power source coupled within the housing. An output is coupled with the motor and is adapted to be coupled with a tool. An activation member is electrically coupled with the motor and the power source to drive the output. A measuring device is positioned in the housing. The measuring device may be used while positioned in the housing. The measuring device may also be removed from the housing and used outside of it.

Abstract: A flocked footwear includes a bottom; an upper mounted on a top side of the bottom, and forming a foot receiving room for receiving foot; wherein the upper forming a covering portion and the bottom forming a covering portion covered relatively; a flocked block flocked on the covering portion of the bottom and the covering portion of the upper; in other way, the flocked block has flocks flocked on a portion of the bottom or a portion of the upper, the flocks is selected from the group of leather, hair, cork, plant, plastic, textile, metal, ballast, glass, shuck, and coral; still another way, the flocked block flocked on a portion selected from the group of an upper, mid-sole, and heel; and which is flocked after the cutting or forming of the upper but before mounted on the bottom.

Abstract: A shoe suspension system for use with a shoe or boot having an upper and lower sole. The system includes a first tandem hinge pivotally engaged between the upper toe sole and the lower toe sole which opens and closes parallel to the longitudinal axis of the shoe a plurality of tandem hinges pivotally engaged between the upper mid heel sole and the lower sole which also open and close parallel to the longitudinal axis of the shoe and return springs engaged between the upper mid heel sole and the lower sole.

Abstract: The present invention resides in self-cushion airflow shoes and shoe inserts containing an air ventilating system. The shoes and inserts contain a pumping chamber containing an elongated circular configuration, a first intake air valve connected to the pumping chamber and a first inlet air conduit. A second air outlet check valve is connected to the pumping chamber at one end and to outlet air conduits at the other end. When the pumping chamber is in a pumping mode during use, air is brought in from the outside and circulated through the mid sole and toe regions of the shoe.

Abstract: An article of footwear including an upper and a sole, which has an outsole for directly contacting a ground surface, and at least one element compression molded with the outsole. The at least one element is formed from a first material including at least 45% ethylene vinyl acetate, approximately 30% polyene elastomer, and approximately 20% synthetic rubber. A second material of the outsole is compatible for compression molding with the at least one element, and is less hard and less dense than the at least one element.

Abstract: A levitation device for performing illusionary magic. Manually controlled by a three way valve switch concealed in the hand. Extending from the valve and running up the sleeve of the arm are three air lines in which the CO2 passes. One line is the supply line which comes from the CO2 tank that is strapped to the person's waist with a belt and straps, the secondary line or waste line provides for the release of air pressure as the person slowly descends to the ground. The third line leads down the side or back of the person into and down the pant leg eventually connecting to the shoe lift cylinder, which is custom fitted into the heel of the shoe. Activating the three way valve switch in the persons hand immediately and slowly increases the air pressure enabling the shoe cylinder piston shaft and platform to extend out from the heel bottom and downwards towards the ground, lifting the person four to six inches creating an illusionary floating like effect.

Abstract: An insole set for baby shoes comprises a first insole and a second insole. The first insole has a partition wall rising between the first and second toes of a baby foot. The second insole has an inverted T-shaped projection part comprising a vertical projection part projecting a little and extending between the first and second toes and a lateral projection part extending under bases of the first and second toes.

Abstract: A device for blocking at least one strand of a lace or other filiform element, the device including a rotatable blocking member and a hollow body, the hollow body having a cavity for housing the blocking member. The blocking member is circular, freely rotatable, and elastically biased in the direction of blocking the strand(s). The device further includes an unblocking member. The unblocking member has a gripping portion located at a distance from the hollow body.

Abstract: An athletic shoe system includes an athletic shoe having an upper, one or more insert pads attached to a region of the upper, and one or more cover pads having substantially the same dimensions as at least one of the insert pads. Each of the one or more insert pads includes a first part of a releasable attachment system. Further, each of the one or more cover pads includes a second part of the releasable attachment system on a lower surface and an ornamental decoration on an upper surface. The cover pads are arranged to be releasably attached to the one or more insert pads using the releasable attachment system. Accordingly, an ornamentation of the athletic shoe is customized by interchanging the cover pad(s) releasably attached to the athletic shoe.

Abstract: A slip hitch connection to a drive vehicle for a snow plow comprises an elongated flat planar member that can be hooked on to a connecting lug of the drive vehicle, the flat planar member being mounted on the snow plow frame for reciprocal movement in each of a pair of spaced apart coupling assemblies secured to the snow plow frame for connecting the snow plow to the drive vehicle. Each of the elongated flat planar members have an upper and lower elongated guide slot in which guide bolts that move up and down as the snow plow itself is moved up and down are received to enable the guide bolts and snow plow to which they are connected make limited reciprocal movement up and down while hooked up to the drive vehicle and being pushed forward during a snow plowing operation.

Abstract: In an iron (1) comprising a housing (2), a soleplate (3) which is to be moved in a displacement direction over a fabric (4) during operation, and heating means (5) for heating the soleplate (3), the soleplate (3) comprises cooling means (6) for setting at least a portion of the fabric during operation, which means are provided, seen in the displacement direction, behind the heating means (5). After heating of the fibers in the fabric, the cooling means comprised in the soleplate subsequently cool the fibers in the fabric which are under tensile and compression forces because the soleplate is still in contact with the fabric. This causes the fibers to become set quickly and effectively, which improves the result of the ironing.

Abstract: An ironing board including a support (1); and, an ironing surface (2) having a substantially convex shape, the ironing surface (2) being movably mounted to the support (1) to allow the ironing surface (2) to be moved between first (2A) and second (2B) substantially perpendicular ironing positions.

Abstract: There is provided an intelligent luggage protection pouch according to the present invention that is tamper resistant, easily identifiable, and inspection friendly (i.e., x-ray and canine searchable). The intelligent luggage protection pouch fully surrounds luggage, protects against damage to the surface of the luggage, withstands the weight of any luggage placed within it, and prevents loss of the contents of the luggage. The intelligent luggage protection pouch does not require specialized machines, tools, or knowledge. Preferably, intelligent luggage protection pouch is disposable, environmentally friendly, and universally sized to accommodate luggage of almost any size and shape. The intelligent luggage protection pouch may be included in a kit.

Abstract: A perpetual monthly calendar includes a front panel with a month grid of cells capable of displaying an accurate number and configuration of cells for any month. This embodiment also includes an at least semi-transparent sheet in front of the front panel with a write-on/wipe-off surface. Another embodiment includes a front panel, a first surface with a first number matrix, and a second surface with a second number matrix. The front panel displays a grid of cells with columns representing weekdays and rows representing the upper rows of a calendar and at least one lower row of a calendar. A window is cut out of the front panel in each cell, so that when the first surface or second surface is moved horizontally, the front panel displays an accurate number and configuration of days for any month.

Abstract: A vehicle license plate holder with supports for sensing devices, comprising a flat frame body coupleable to a vehicle, a license plate receptacle formed on one of the opposite faces of the frame body, and at least one pair of supports for at least one respective sensing device, which is formed proximate to the perimetric portion of the frame body; the supports are constituted by a hollow element for containing a respective sensing device and are arranged along respective axes that are non-parallel and are oblique with respect to the plane of arrangement of the frame body, the axis of one of the supports converging toward the frame body, the sensing field of the respective device being a front region of the frame body, the axis of another support diverging from the frame body, the sensing field of the device being a corner region of the vehicle.

Abstract: A hangtag is provided that is capable of hanging multiple tools. The hangtag has a body portion, a hanging mechanism connected to the body portion, and a tool supporting mechanism also connected to the body portion for supporting a tool. The body portion has a front surface and a back surface. On the back surface is disposed a hangtag attachment apparatus. The hangtag attachment apparatus comprises a bracket, and an elongated attachment bar configured to be selectively attached to and detached from the bracket. The attachment bar has a length that permits it to be connected to at least two and preferably more hangtags so that multiple hangtags may be selectively connected together. In this way, tools that would otherwise be sold individually can now be sold as a set.

Abstract: A rotatable magic picture ball comprises a ball assembly comprising an upper section including four upper units and a lower section including four lower units wherein each unit occupies one eighth of a sphere and is rotatable, and each lower unit comprises a bottom cavity; a base assembly comprising four sectors each occupying about a quarter of a cylinder and a central recessed portion including two vertical sleeves and two horizontal sleeves, each sleeve having two channels for rotatably coupling the sectors together; eight half-circular stickers and two circular stickers adhered to inner surfaces of the units so that the units can turn each other; and an interior magnet on each upper unit so that two adjacent upper units can be magnetically secured together. A variety of shapes and colorful patterns for advertisement can be formed by the stickers having predetermined patterns and/or the ball assembly having a predetermined pattern.