Abstract: A medical information patch 10 is provided, which comprises a substrate 12 having a first surface 14 printable with medical information and a second surface 16 comprising an adhesive 18 for adhering the patch 10 to the skin of a person. The substrate 12 is formed of materials that are suitable for printing with any indicia or text conveying medical information. The medical information patch 10 may comprise an emergency supply of a medicament, or a memory chip with personal medical information data stored therein, or a monitor device monitoring user's medical conditions.

Abstract: A display (100) for recording updated information comprises a flexible, transparent front panel (102), and multiple, side-opening pockets (104) formed by at least one rear panel (106) against the front panel (102). An optional enlarged pocket (104x) has a corresponding opening (104cx). Placards or labels (110) for recording written information are inserted edgewise, first, into the gap (108) and then slid into openings (104c) of respective pockets (104). Thus the placards (110) have opposing edges that serve as stops against which the opposing placards (110) engage one another to resist their unintended removal from the pockets (104).

Abstract: A display holder, comprising a flat rectangular sleeve (1) for receiving a sheet (2) to be displayed, the sleeve (1) comprising a transparent front panel (3) and a rear panel (4) both made of plastics material and being scaled around the whole of its periphery by a weld (8). The rear panel (4) has an aperture (10) therein spaced from the periphery to facilitate insertion of a sheet (2) into the sleeve (1), the aperture being closable after insertion of the sheet by a layer of waterproof material fixed over the aperture by adhesive. The aperture may be an elongate slit (10) which is sealed by means of self adhesive tape (11).

Abstract: A merchandising shelf label holder, particularly for holding or carrying an electronic shelf label (ESL), with an integral protective mechanism, including a bumper to withstand impacts from shopping carts and the like. The bumper includes a substantially semicircular bulbous section extending in a direction away from the shelving and further away from the shelving than the ESL and that curves back toward the shelving with a vertical plate that is in contact with the shelving or extension thereof. The protective mechanism also includes a rear support stop member that engages the label holder when impacted.

Abstract: A collage for displaying images includes a plurality of frames. The frames include a front wall, a rear wall, and a perimeter, having at least one edge, that defines an image holding area. At least one magnet is attached to the rear wall of each of the plurality of frames. A first of the plurality of frames and a second of the plurality of frames differ in at least one of size and shape.

Abstract: A frame assembly comprising a frame having a front and a panel to receive at least one piece of art, the panel having a front face having at least one first engagement member affixed thereon; and, at least one second engagement member adapted to be secured to a rear surface of a piece of art, wherein the first and second engagement members comprise male and female engagement members. A framed piece of art and a method or removably affixing one or more pieces or art to a frame is also provided.

Abstract: An improved muzzleloading firearm provided with a combustion chamber of a diameter greater than its bore. The larger diameter of the combustion chamber provides for more efficient burning of the powder. The improved combustion chamber is used in association with an improved breech plug and ignition stem which simultaneously prevents a projectile from entering the combustion chamber, and ignites the powder in the combustion chamber from the muzzle end of the powder charge, producing a more efficient burn.

Abstract: The fishing rod strike sensor provides an audible and visual indication of a fish striking a hook or lure suspended from a fishing rod by a fishing line. A flexible sensor, such as a flexible resistor, extends along the fishing rod, flexing along with the fishing rod. As the sensor flexes, an electrical characteristic of the sensor, such as its resistance, changes according to the degree of flex. An electronic circuit activates an alarm when the electrical characteristic varies beyond a threshold. The electrical circuit is adjustable to set the alarm threshold. A “window” threshold is employed whereby an alarm can be sounded both when a fish pulls on the line when taking the hook, and when a fish takes the hook in a manner that decreases the pull on the line.

Abstract: A composite fishing rod is described having a polygonal exterior with an integral interior spine which attaches to the interior of the joints or facets of the polygonal exterior. The polygonal exterior and spine are formed in one homogeneous structure, wherein gluing or other attachment is not required after forming the rod section. The fishing rod provides a high strength to weight ratio with improved flexibility, durability and action when compared with rods of conventional construction. The invention describes alternative embodiments for fabrication and novel joining ferrules, reel seat, line guide and other accessories directed toward enhanced utility.

Abstract: This invention proposes a fishing line guide ring including unevenness continuously formed in the inner circumference of the fishing line guide ring so as to reduce an area where a fishing line contacts the inner circumference of the fishing line guide ring when the fishing line meets with resistance generated at various angles by fish biting the fishing line, so that deformation of the fishing line due to frictional heat of the fishing line is minimized, the surface area of the fishing line guide ring is maximized to easily emit heat generated by the fishing line guide ring and the fishing line. The fishing line guide includes embossed surfaces or recesses and protrusions continuously formed in the respective inner circumferences of the fishing line guide rings to reduce the frictional area between the fishing line and the fishing line guide rings and to increase the surface area of the inner circumferences of the fishing line guide rings.

Abstract: An improved in-line fishing spinner having a simulated fish head with opposing angled fins which induce a spinning action when the apparatus is dragged through water. The head includes a nose having an opening through which a line or leader is inserted, the line being connected behind the nose to a hook concealed in a filamentous tail and in front of the nose to a spinning device.

Abstract: Flexible fishing lure tails and appendages having extending or projecting shoulder surfaces to facilitate a simulated swimming action by the drag and eddy principle of water flow. One or more shoulders are provided in the surfaces of the flexible fishing lure tails to facilitate the swimming action as the lure to which the tail or appendage is attached is retrieved through a water body. This swimming action due to the vibration of the tail and appendage segment and the body of the fishing lure is unique and simulates live lizards, worms, crawfish, grubs, minnows and the like, a primary characteristic that attracts fish. The tail and appendage segments can be removably or permanently fixed to both hard and soft body lures or molded in combination with a lure body of selected length, size, color and plastic composition characteristics to facilitate the desired swimming action and vibration and thus the attraction to game fish of every variety.

Abstract: A bait container for storing bait in water incorporates a perforated carriage that slides vertically within a housing. Raising the carriage extracts the bait from the water and obviates the need to immerse a hand in cold water. A post extends upward from the carriage. A door can be moved in a vertical plane to cover an access opening. A rigid link is fixed to the door and extends inward to pass through a slot in the post. The slot locks the door, raises the door, and limits or prevents over-raising of the door. The post is free-sliding so as to cause the door to close unless held open, reducing the likelihood of bait egress. The door can be locked in a closed position using a rotatable latch arrangement to protect further against bait egress.

Abstract: The present application provides a method for removing drag reducer additive (“DRA”) from liquid hydrocarbon fuel. The method comprises: providing contaminated liquid hydrocarbon fuel comprising an initial concentration of DRA; contacting the contaminated liquid hydrocarbon fuel with a quantity of fresh attapulgus clay under conditions effective to produce decontaminated liquid hydrocarbon fuel comprising a reduced concentration of the DRA; said fresh attapulgus clay being effective to remove about 10% or more of a target DRA when 1 g of the fresh attapulgus clay is added in increments of from about 0.02 gram to about 0.1 gram, with agitation, to 100 ml. of contaminated liquid hydrocarbon fuel comprising from about 8 to about 9 ppm of the unsheared target DRA.

Abstract: In at least some embodiments, a filter comprises a filtering media. The filtering media is impregnated with chemical compounds that effectively retain water molecules and water-alcohol molecules but not alcohol molecules. The filter also comprises a liquid channeling structure, wherein the liquid channeling structure directs liquid entering an input of the filter to flow through the filtering media before exiting an output of the filter.

Abstract: There is disclosed a garden bed assembly, a kit and a method of making it. The garden bed assembly includes at least one raised garden bed planter box for containing suitable planting soil or other growing media. The assembly as disclosed herein includes a fence for at least partially surrounding the box, and includes a series of fence sections. Each section has an open rigid frame and an open mesh material such as poultry wire or hardware cloth, extending thereacross to permit sunlight as well as pollinating bees to enter the assembly while prohibiting unwanted creatures such as a gophers, rabbits and other animals from gaining access to the growing plants in the garden bed box.

Abstract: A window box 10 comprises a receptacle 12 provided with an integrally formed pair of upper sleeves 14, and an integrally formed pair of lower sleeves 36. Arms 16 are adjustably engaged within respective sleeves 14 so that distal ends 20 of each arm 16 can be positioned at one of a plurality of distances from the receptacle 12. The distal end 20 of each arm is shaped to hook over a support 22. Arms 38 are adjustably engaged in the sleeves 36 and abut the support 22 to hold the window box 10 in a vertical disposition.

Abstract: There is provided a less expensive carbon monoxide converter whose catalyst temperatures can be precisely controlled even under a high load, with excellent catalyst durability. The carbon monoxide converter comprises shift catalyst beds arranged in tandem for conducting a shift reaction for converting CO and H2O to H2 and CO2.

Abstract: A fuel processor system contains an autothermal reactor (ATR) that produces a hydrogen-rich first gas stream containing carbon monoxide. Downstream of the ATR, a pressure swing adsorber produces a second hydrogen-rich gas stream containing 5 ppm carbon monoxide or more. Downstream of the PSA, there is a methanation reactor sized to reduce the CO level of the second stream below 5 ppm. A method of operating of proton exchange membrane fuel cell stack involves cooling the methanator output and feeding it into the stack as an anode fuel.

Abstract: A fuel cell system includes a stack for generating electrical energy by a reaction of the hydrogen and oxygen, a reformer for generating hydrogen gas from fuel through a chemical catalytic reaction by thermal energy, a fuel supply assembly for supplying fuel to the reformer, and an air supply assembly for supplying air to the reformer and the stack. The reformer includes a plurality of reactors having a channel, respectively, and being stacked.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for operating a barrier. In one embodiment, a door operator can be opened or closed by triggering either an internal device (e.g., wall button) or an external device. In one embodiment, if an obstacle is detected when the door is opening or closing, the door will either stop or swing in the reverse direction. In yet a further embodiment, the door operator is implemented using an alternating current (AC) synchronous motor.

Abstract: The invention relates to hardware for use with a tilt-out type window sash. The hardware includes a pivot bar that is adapted to be received in a first aperture formed in a window sash and a tilt latch that is adapted to be received in a second aperture formed in a window sash, where the first aperture and the second aperture have substantially common profiles, such that the pivot bar and the tilt latch are interchangeably locatable in the profiles.

Abstract: The invention relates to tilt-in window assemblies, in which a sash may be tilted into a room or removed from a window jamb. When the sash is tilted or removed, a balance shoe that is connected to a window balance engages the window jamb and prevents the sash and the window balance from releasing and travelling vertically in the window jamb. The balance shoe is biased into a locked position when a pivot bar coupled to the sash is disengaged from a camming surface of the balance shoe, as occurs when the sash is tilted or removed from the window jamb. Upon return of the sash to its normal vertical position in the window jamb, the pivot bar engages the camming surface and the balance shoe disengages the window jamb.

Abstract: A header is provided for use with an automatic door that can form a door system including a door frame. A door operator is disposed in the interior of a header housing such that the operator is located above the door when the door is closed. A crank arm links the operator to the door such that the operator acts to open the door. In the disclosed embodiment, the housing has an inverted U-shaped configuration with a flange portion to affix a frame plate to define a frame head piece. A cover plate may be used to enclose the housing interior. In this embodiment, a sub-frame mounts on the cover plate, and the crank arm extends laterally through a slot in the sub-frame. The sub-frame can define a top strike for the door.

Abstract: Articulating window assemblies are provided comprising, in combination, a windowpane and a hinge having a hinge axis. The hinge comprises a first hinge member that cooperates with a second hinge member and optionally with a hinge pin to form a hinge joint. The first hinge member has at least an encapsulation section with at least a first encapsulant void, optionally two or more encapsulant voids. A continuous body of encapsulant overlays at least a portion of an outward-facing surface of the encapsulation section, at least partially fills the first encapsulant void, overlays at least a portion of an inward-facing surface of the encapsulation section and overlaps either at least a portion of an external peripheral edge of the encapsulation section, a portion of a void edge defining a second encapsulation void, or both from both the outward-facing surface and the inward-facing surface. This provides a mechanical grip of the first hinge member by the encapsulant.

Abstract: An articulating window assembly is adapted for use with a vehicle. The assembly includes a windowpane with an inner surface and a hinge adjacent to the inner surface. The hinge includes a stationary member having a pivot element with cylindrical extensions and a central portion of larger cross-sectional area than the cylindrical extensions. The hinge further includes a mounting element extending at an angle from the pivot element. A polymeric member surrounds at least a portion of the cylindrical extensions so as to permit the hinge member to articulate about the pivot axis. Optionally, the polymeric member defines a cavity adjacent the central portion on the compression side of the stationary member to provide clearance of the polymeric member when the window is opened.

Abstract: A reinforcing carrier, serving particularly to strengthen an elastomeric weatherstrip (10) comprises a first flanking portion (21), a second flanking portion (23) and a middle portion (22) extending parallel in a longitudinal direction (x) and having in each case a width (b1, b2, b3) in a transverse direction (y) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction (x). The middle portion (22) connects the first flanking portion (21) and the second flanking portion (23) in the transverse direction (y). The first flanking portion (21), and/or second flanking portion (23) and/or the middle portion (22) have a plurality of perforations (24, 25, 26) each comprising a closed circumference and having in the transverse direction (y) a first diameter (d1) and in the longitudinal direction (x) a second diameter (d2).

Abstract: Weather stripping for use in sealing an interface between selected vehicle portions is made using a thermoplastic material such as TPV with a supercritical fluid introduced during the manufacturing process to provide a microcellular structure. The microcellular structure of one example implementation of this invention includes a cell density in a range from about 109 to about 1015 per cubic centimeter. Average cell sizes preferably are less than 2 microns. A preferred range in one example is between about 0.1 micron and about 1.0 micron. The inventive design provides superior performance with cost savings compared to rubber weather stripping.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for its installation are described for melting breaches in ice dams. The apparatus is spherically or cylindrically shaped, filled with salt, another ice melter or a resistance heater. It is laid on the ice dam along the roof pitch to create a path for the drainage of water behind the ice dam. The method of installation uses grippers or hooks attached to a pole for remote placement.

Abstract: A low cost, one-piece adapter that attaches to the sloping facia board of a building and secures a rain gutter mounting bracket. The adapter's triangular shape permits the rain gutter to be positioned essentially level so rain-water is collected effectively and the gutter appearance is enhanced. The adapter angle is fixed and is manufactured to be compatible with three of the most popular roof pitches used in residential constuction.

Abstract: An adjustable hood system for rain gutters has a flat roof section, a hood section rotably connected to the roof section, and fastening members that rotably connect to the hood section. The fastening members mount on the front lip of a rain gutter while the roof section integrates with the roof. Relative rotation of the roof section, hood section and fastening members permits the hood system to be mounted on roofs with any slope and pitched rain gutters at any level relative to the roof.

Abstract: The invention includes an end cover (32) for disposition over an end of a mantel (20). The end cover (32) presents a front corner (38) extending between an upper wall (34) and a lower wall (36) and is symmetrical rearwardly to a pair of side edges (42) from the front corner (38) whereby the end cover (32) may be disposed over either end of the mantel (20). The upper wall (34) of the end cover (32) extends between the front walls (44) and the side edges (42) and the lower wall (36) extends between the front walls (44) and the side edges (42). The upper wall (34) and the lower wall (36) each has the shape of a square with equal sides. The front walls (44) define interior surfaces complementary to the irregular pattern of the decorative face (24) of the mantel (20) and the end cover (32) overlies the mantel (20) the thickness of each front wall (44).

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a slatwall extrusion and assembly that supportably secures a hanger, shelf bracket or other hardware. The slatwall extrusion has a board with a downwardly facing lip that combines with a lower like-shaped board to form a uniform longitudinal slot that receives the upper end of a mounting bracket for the hardware. The lip of each board has a track with rim to form an upwardly facing groove. The track receives and supportably secures the lower end of the bracket. The lower end of lip and the track are spaced apart a predetermined uniform distance. The bracket snap fits over the rim and into the groove so that the bracket is securely held by and between the lip and the track. An embodiment of the invention takes the form of an extruded slatwall rail having an upper lip and a lower board with the track.

Abstract: A facia system for use in a building structure, the facia system having first and second members, a first member having a portion thereof secured to a roof and a drip edge, a second portion being adapted to extend generally vertically and having first cooperative locking section associated therewith, the second member being a facia member which has second cooperative locking arrangement at an upper portion thereof such that when the first and second cooperative locking portions hold the facia member in position, the second member also having an inwardly extending flange arrangement to abut and adjoining soffit.

Abstract: A prefabricated, self-contained, standardised working environment that combines transport-useful physical standards for overall dimensions (a shipping container/cargo container) together with functional standards (such as specified clean air or biological containment standards) related to specific types of work to be carried out, and takes advantage of volume production at an assembly site with appropriate materials and expertise. Optionally, users are provided with “no-touch” control of items like doors or taps, and with management of supplies, event logging, instrument control, communications and the like through a network of computer peripherals and a control unit.

Abstract: A standing seam roof assembly in which a male sidelap extends from one side edge of a panel and a female sidelap extends from the opposing side edge. The female sidelap, supporting a sealant bead, is shaped fit over the male sidelap. A clip member has a clip tab shaped to be seamed with the male and female sidelaps to connect the standing seam assembly in the assembled mode. The clip tab, having a clip inclined portion with at least one sealant flow hole, with the male and female sidelaps forms lower and upper sealant chambers along a clip tab, the sealant flow hole communicating between the upper sealant chamber and the lower sealant chamber to spread sealant to encapsulate the clip tab. The clip has a clip body slidably connected to a clip base having protruding bearing feet to penetrate and compress insulation when mounted to support structure.

Abstract: A method for installing a mobile drilling rig at a drilling site entails transporting the mobile drilling rig to the drilling site, wherein the mobile drilling rig is made three sections: two substructures and a mast section. The substructures are placed parallel to one another at the drilling site. The mast section is connected to the mast starting sections located on each substructure. Raising cylinders on the substructures engage the mast and raise the mast into a substantially vertical orientation, wherein the mast is locked in place. The raising cylinders are retraced and then re-extended into a drillfloor raising position. The method ends by extending the raising cylinders to raise the driller's floor side box and the off-driller's floor side box into an operating elevation.

Abstract: A parapet wall comprising posts, each post being fastened to a siding of a building by a post fastening means, and heddles connected between the posts, the post fastening means being fastened to the siding of the building on the one hand and to an edge of a roof of the building on the other hand, along a direction generally perpendicular to the siding of the building, by a mounting plate including a first part fastened to the edge of the roof and a second part accommodating a foot of the post.

Abstract: A landscaping timber unit comprises a plurality of hollow extrusion units and a pair of end caps. Each extrusion unit extends longitudinally from a first end to a second end thereof and has a bottom wall and an opposite top wall, and has opposite side walls extending between the top and bottom walls. The top, bottom and side walls collectively form a substantially rectangular cross section when viewed along the longitudinal axis. The extrusion units are stacked upon one another with their respective first ends proximate to one another, with their respective second ends proximate to one another, and with their respective longitudinal axes substantially parallel to one another. One end cap is affixed to the first ends of the stacked extrusion units, and the other end cap is affixed to the second ends of the stacked extrusion units.

Abstract: A security screening system includes a screening queue beginning at a sterile gateway and a tray slide that includes a sidewall and a support surface. The tray slide is adjacent to the screening queue and delivers trays to screening subjects in the screening queue. The security screening system may include multiple screening queues.

Abstract: A decorative snow guard assembly attachable to raised portions of a building surface such as a standing seam roof. The assembly includes a decorative snow brake plate integral with a base, means spanning between adjacent bases, and means connecting said spanning means to said bases.

Abstract: A decorative snow guard assembly attachable to raised portions of a building surface such as a standing seam roof. The assembly includes a decorative snow brake plate integral with a base, means spanning between adjacent bases, and means connecting said spanning means to said bases.

Abstract: A shutter assembly for storm and security protection is disclosed. The shutter assembly mounts to a structure adjacent an opening in the structure. The assembly may include a mounting system comprising inserts for mounting into the structure, fasteners formed from a non-corrosive material inserted into the inserts, and plugs for insertion into the inserts to conceal the inserts within the structure. A protective element is positioned in a plane offset from the opening for protecting the opening from debris. A housing is positioned adjacent the opening and defines a cavity for housing the protective element therein. The housing is surface mounted to the structure such that the housing requires no major damage to the existing wall surface. A decorative shutter mounts to the housing for concealing the cavity and for improving aesthetics of the structure.

Abstract: Door jamb assemblies, and corresponding door assemblies, having elongate inserts received in cavities in corresponding jambs of the door assemblies. Structure and positioning of the insert acts to add stiffness to the jamb assembly. The jamb assembly is readily attached to a framing member of a building such that the jamb assembly moves in unison with movement of the building. Spacing blocks are preferably inserted into the cavity in the jamb, between the jamb face plate and the insert, such that the spacing blocks provide a collective mounting surface which receives the insert. When the door assembly is mounted using fasteners of the invention, further manipulation of the head of the fastener is ineffective to remove the door assembly from the building.

Abstract: Door jamb assemblies, and corresponding door assemblies, having anchors received in cavities in corresponding jambs of the door assemblies. Structure and positioning of the anchors acts to add stiffness, rigidity to the jamb assembly, as well as to facilitate mounting the door jamb assembly in a rough opening in a building. The jamb assembly is readily attached to a framing member of a building such that the jamb assembly moves in unison with movement of the building. When the door assembly is mounted using fasteners of the invention, further manipulation of the head of the fastener is ineffective to remove the door assembly from the building.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward apparatus and methods for aligning and retaining a modular window trim assembly to an interior side of a wall opening. Embodiments of the invention incorporate a surround portion and a casing portion, and use an opposing pair of biased clip members to retain the trim assembly in the window opening and to automatically center the trim assembly therein. The biased clip members can be adapted to facilitate installation of the trim assembly and/or resist removal of the trim assembly from the window opening.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a glazed door having a peripheral doorframe, and first and second door facings secured to opposing sides of the doorframe. Each door facing has an opening. A saddle is secured to the first and second door facings, and surrounds the opening. A first glazing bead is secured to a first receiving portion of the saddle. A second glazing bead is secured to a second receiving portion of the saddle. A glazing panel is secured within the opening between the first and second glazing beads. A method of forming the glazed door is also disclosed.

Abstract: A spring clip having integral, self-penetrating attachment tangs and an orientation tab can be manually installed in a window opening formed by a foam core sandwiched by a pair of OSBs. A first planar surface has a second planar surface attached along one lateral edge thereof and oriented at an angle in the range between 60° and 85°. This spring finger deflects out of the way permitting the window's insertion, snapping back to engage a vertically extending flange on the window to retain it in the opening. A modified spring clip for use with solid wood headers and sills utilized with multi-unit windows is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention introduces a raceway for association with a floor and a support of a structure to provide power or communications connectivity between the support and a location on the floor. The raceway includes a housing and a fastener. The housing, that is substantially equal in length to a distance between the location on the floor and the support, comprises a conduit and a sloping side. The conduit is adapted to receive one or more lines from the support, the one or more lines are capable of communicating signals to the location on the floor. The sloping side, that has a length substantially equal to a length of the raceway, provides a gradual transition between the floor and the raceway and is capable of being substantially covered by a floor cover. The fastener can be associated with the housing to at least substantially ensconce the one or more lines. The fastener and the housing are capable of cooperating to integrate the raceway and the floor cover.

Abstract: My invention is solely designed to save lives and to help to protect property from severe damage. It is designed to withstand temperatures up to 1000 degrees F. It will slow or even stop airflow inside the wall cavities. This in turn will give families to have more time to escape the structure without getting hurt or even losing there lives. This will also give firefighters more time to arrive on the scene. Soon, I hope to have my invention lower insurance rates to the homeowners and business owners. With less air moving in the wall cavities it will reduce the spread fire and smoke. This procedure is called fireblocking. My units are made of .024 gauge galvanized sheet metal with a G-60 coating. It will be very easily installed and inexpensive. These units are designed to be installed between each stud of a wall. These units will be used in future new construction and remodeling. These are codes approved by the Codes Inspectors and the Fire Chief here in middle Tennessee.