Abstract: The present invention is a solid fuel fire starter having a wicking element made of corrugated cardboard with an exposed top end for ignition by a flame source, a non-combustible housing surrounding the wicking element, the housing defining an open end for exposing the top end of the wicking element; and a paraffin wax reservoir within the housing integrally molded with the wicking element so that the wicking element conveys the paraffin wax by capillary action up into a flame.

Abstract: A fuel and oil mixing system for an internal combustion engine-powered tool includes a single use container accommodating a predetermined volume of lubricating oil for mixing with a full tank of fuel in a fuel tank of the tool to yield a mixture of fuel and lubricating oil having a predetermined ratio of fuel to lubricating oil. A method for using the system includes steps of: providing a single use container having a predetermined volume of lubricating oil, supplying the predetermined volume of lubricating oil to a fuel tank of the tool, and filling the fuel tank to capacity with fuel such that the fuel mixes with the predetermined volume of lubricating oil and a resulting mixture of fuel and lubricating oil has a predetermined ratio of fuel to lubricating oil.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved chemical change reagent which is used as an additive to coal to enhance the complete combustion of the coal after turning it into a synthetic fuel. The composition is a chemical change agent in that it converts the coal/composition mix into a different material which, when burned, results in lower NOx emissions. The composition includes a wax, a base for ph adjustment and water and is mixed with the coal prior to combustion.

Abstract: A weed control system for a body of water. The system includes an elongate support member, a weed contacting member including an elongate member suspended from the support member and having a longitude oriented in the same direction as a longitude of the support member, and water activated means to develop thrust for moving the support member and the weed contacting member in a repeating pattern through the body of water such that the weed contacting member repeatedly contacts any weeds in a path of weed contacting member.

Abstract: Dried compositions in the form of sheets or rolled sheets which contain viable seeds for application to land surfaces for generation of vegetation on the land surface. The dried composition provides the benefits of use of hydromulch techniques in landscaping and revegetation applications, but does not require the on-site use of hydromulch spraying equipment and avoids excess labor requirements for after-spray clean-up. The dried compositions are mulch compositions containing viable seed and, preferably containing fertilizer, which are formed into sheets which may contain one or more layers or coated layers. Exemplary mulch layers are formed from a mixture of paper and clay which may be provided as magazine stock. The fibrous material can be dried plant material such as hay, straw, dried grass or wood fiber. The seed mat may be formed by adding the fibrous material to a hydromulch containing viable seeds and forming a layer by one or more spraying applications which is dried to form sheet.

Abstract: An apparatus for testing a cleaning procedure for a material. The apparatus includes a rack having a seat configured to retain a plurality of test coupons at a predetermined angle, an upper tray that distributes a solution along the lines of the rack, a lower tray for receiving solution passed over coupons disposed on rack, a meter that gauges a flow rate of the solution, a thermostatic heater adapted to bring the solution to a predetermined temperature, and a variable speed pump that directs the solution from a reservoir to the upper tray.

Abstract: Volcanic ash, which becomes airborne during a volcanic eruption, can be deposited more than a thousand miles from the eruption site. Currently, many volcanic ash deposits are virtually unused. The method and product of the present invention converts this unused volcanic ash material, as well as furnace expanded volcanic ash, or the ash expanded and crushed, into a relatively dust free product with numerous new end applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plant watering system and in particular a system which allows the long-term watering of plants without the need for an open reservoir. The invention uses a water insoluble polymer contained within a porous bag or enclosure (1) to hold water in a reservoir type manner, which can then be provided to the plant (7) as required.

Abstract: A method of covering a flower pot with an oversized sleeve. The sleeve has an inner diameter which is greater than the maximum diameter of a pot disposed therein. The sleeve may have a detachable upper portion, a skirt portion, with a linear or non-linear upper end, or with or without gussets in the lower end or sides. In the method the sleeve is secured about the pot by a crimping a portion of the sleeve having a bonding material thereon, or using a securing element.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of growing at least one plant (1), preferably a large number of plants, in which a plant is positioned for growth in a first growth substrate (2) which has a first water uptake capacity and a first sinking time S1, and the first growth substrate (2) is in fluid communication with a discrete second substrate (4) is mineral wool of density 40 to 100 kg/m2 and which has a second water uptake capacity which is less than the first water uptake capacity and a second sinking time S2 and the value of S1 is greater than the value of S2, and during growth the second substrate is flooded with water at intervals. Preferably growth is under conditions of drought stress and/or nutrient stress. The invention also provides a plant growth environment such as a filled pot (3) comprising the first and second substrates in fluid 20 communication.

Abstract: A method for providing hydrogen to a hydrogen-powered device comprises providing a buffer connected to supply hydrogen to the device. The buffer is filled with hydrogen by coupling the buffer to a cartridge containing a predetermined quantity of hydrogen. The hydrogen in the cartridge may be stored in a form having a higher energy density than the hydrogen in the buffer. Systems comprising hydrogen-powered devices that include such buffers are also described.

Abstract: A small cylindrical reformer according to the embodiments of the present invention are suitable for use in the production of hydrogen from fossil fuels for a small fuel cell power plant. In the small cylindrical reformer, a reforming reactor, a water gas shift reactor (high temperature or low temperature), a combustor, a heat exchanger, a steam generator, etc., may be integrated in a single container to form an optimal heat exchanging network, minimize heat loss and optimize heat exchange efficiency. Thereby, the reformer is designed to be easily processed and manufactured and to have a compact size, thus realizing high efficiency, light weight and ease of mass production.

Abstract: A capacitive squeeze protecting device having a high degree of security and flexibility for automatic doors. The squeeze protecting device is arranged to detect the presence of an object in a protection field comprising a housing and an antenna unit connected to a detecting circuit, which circuit is arranged to, via said antenna unit, detect capacitive variations in an electric or electromagnetic field at said antenna unit. The detecting circuit comprises means connected to said antenna unit arranged to detect a variation of the pressure at said antenna unit caused by a compressive force applied at said housing, wherein the presence of conductive as well as non-conductive object can be detected. Furthermore, the invention includes a system and methods for detecting for detecting the presence of an object in a protection field at a door.

Abstract: A revolving door drive for a door includes an electrohydraulic drive unit actuating at least one door leaf.

Abstract: A retaining clip, especially for automotive bodies, comprises a foot section and a head part, the head part having a retainer section for at least one structural component to be secured and the foot section being insertable in a final mounting position into an opening in a body part and secured thereto. In this way, even in the case of difficult construction space conditions, i.e., when two components cannot be positioned relative to each other in an accessible position in the final mounting position, the retaining clip pre-mounted on the structural component to be secured has a tensioning element by means of which the retaining clip can be moved from pre-mounting position A via intermediate positions into final mounting position B.

Abstract: The track (6) is secured to the lock of the motor vehicle and it comprises sliders (7) fixed to the pane (3) in the frame (2) of the door (1) and in the track (6) of the window lift, respectively. The design depends on distance (Y1) between points of contact (P) of the slider (7) in the track (6); the distance (Y2) of the upper edge (11) of the pane (3) to the fastening point (12) of the slider (7) in the pane (3); the distance (X1) from an end of the track (6) to points (P); the horizontal distance (X2) between them and the height of the door and the window (H, h). (Y1, X1) have the maximum value possible, (Y1) being less than (H-h) and (Y2) less than (h-Y2). For small values of (Y1), (X2) will be less than or equal to (X1).

Abstract: The invention relates to a multifunctional support for use in a motor vehicle, which comprises a retaining section for fastening the multifunctional support to an assembly support of a motor vehicle door. Said multifunctional support further comprises a longitudinal window guide linked with the retaining section and designed for a window pane, and fastening locations for fastening a door lock to the multifunctional support. The retaining section is linked with the window guide along a longitudinal subsection of the multifunctional support. According to the invention, the retaining section, in a terminal zone of the longitudinal subsection, is linked with the window guide in a substantially rigid manner and is linked with the window guide in the other terminal zone of the longitudinal subsection in a flexible manner.

Abstract: A polishing composition comprising an improver of a ratio of a polishing rate of an insulating film to that of a stopper film, wherein the polishing rate of the stopper film is selectively decreased, comprising one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of a monoamine or diamine compound; a polyamine having three or more amino groups in its molecule; an ether group-containing amine; and a heterocyclic compound having nitrogen atom. The polishing composition can be used for removing an insulating film which has been embedded for isolation into a trench formed on a silicon substrate and sedimented outside the trench, thereby planing a surface of the silicon substrate.

Abstract: A CMP composition having: a fluid comprising water and at least one oxidizing compound that produces free radicals when contacted with an activator; and a plurality of particles having a surface and comprising at least one activator selected from ions or compounds of Cu, Fe, Mn, Ti, or mixtures thereof disposed on said surface, wherein at least a portion of said surface comprises a stabilizer. Preferred activators are selected from inorganic oxygen-containing compounds of B, W, Al, and P, for example borate, tungstate, aluminate, and phosphate. The activators are preferably ions of Cu or Fe. Surprisingly, as little as 0.2 ppm and 12 ppm of activator is useful, if the activator-containing particles are suspended in the fluid as a slurry. Advantageously, certain organic acids, and especially dihydroxy enolic acids, are included in an amount less than about 4000 ppm. Advantageously, activator is coated onto abrasive particles after the particles have been coated with stabilizer.

Abstract: A shade assembly including reflective shade panels suspended above a roof or along an exterior wall of a building. The assembly also includes a shade box, such as one including an assembly of upright support posts and attached cables to which dark or reflective water-absorbent shade panels are attached. The shade box covers a rooftop fixture. The shade box can also include a water distribution system which dispenses water substantially onto the dark shade panels when they are included in the shade box. The shade assembly may also be used in a method for cooling the exterior surface of a building. The shade assembly may be used in a method of obtaining government economic incentives for energy efficiency such as emission reduction credits. A shade assembly including reflective shade panels suspended above a structure on or near the ground, such as a parking lot.

Abstract: A conferencing assembly, the assembly comprising a support, at least one table top member forming a substantially flat top surface, the at least one top member supported by the support with the flat surface substantially horizontal, the at least one top member including at least first and second substantially straight edge sections where the second edge section forms an angle with respect to the first edge section of less than substantially sixty degrees and at least first and second display screens positioned adjacent and substantially parallel to the first and second edge sections, respectively, each of the first and second display screens facing across at least a portion of the top surface of the top member.

Abstract: A screen (15) applied to overlay a gutter (14) on an outside edge of a roof (11) of a building. The screen comprises a panel (15) of generally planar mesh affixed along a first edge to the roof (11) and along the opposite edge of the panel to the top outside edge (18) of the guttering (14). The mesh is formed of moulded plastics material and the panel (15) has an electrically powered heating strand (50) extending along the panel in the direction of said first edge. A screen (15) applied to overlay a gutter (14) on an outside edge of a roof (11) of a building. The screen comprises a panel (15) of generally planar mesh affixed along a first edge to the roof (11) and along the opposite edge of the panel to the top outside edge (18) of the guttering (14). The mesh is formed of moulded plastics material and the panel (15) has an electrically powered heating strand (50) extending along the panel in the direction of said first edge.

Abstract: A water jet-assisted blowing and vacuum apparatus for cleaning gutters having a curved end attachment member for connection to an elongated air conduit to reach into gutter areas, and a pressurized water nozzle mounted to the air conduit curved end member and oriented to loosen gutter debris adjacent the operating free end of the curved end attachment member. The water nozzle can be mounted internally or externally of the curved end attachment member, as well as positioned so as to be removed from or closely adjacent to the operating end of the curved end attachment member.

Abstract: A method and material for preventing the accumulation of debris in a rain gutter, the rain gutter having an open top, a bottom surface, and a pair of sidewalls, the bottom surface and sidewalls defining a channel having a width and a depth. A first layer of non-woven fibers may be secured to a second scrim layer. A hinge may extend along the length of the cover. The cover defines a top portion having a first width and a base portion having a second width, the cover configured and dimensioned to allow flexion of the top portion relative to the base portion. The cover is configured and dimensioned to fit securely and remain in place in the rain gutter. Adjacent ends of adjacent sections of cover may be joined by using mating projections and apertures formed at adjacent ends of adjacent sections of cover.

Abstract: A recreational vehicle is shown having an opening through one of the side walls to access the main room of the recreational vehicle. A slide out room is expandable through the opening, between a retracted and expanded position to increase the living space of the main room when in the expanded position. A ceiling member is positioned between the recreational vehicle and the slide out room to seal the main room when the slide out room is in the fully retracted position. A plurality of mechanisms are disclosed herein which changes the relative position of the ceiling member and a corresponding ceiling surface when the slide out room is in the retracted position.

Abstract: Adjustable wall furniture system according to the present disclosure includes a bridge unit and a center support unit connecting two generally vertical piers. The expandability of the wall furniture system permits accommodation of televisions, video displays, or other electronic devices of varying widths. An adjustable sliding curtain adjacent to the bridge unit completes the custom built in effect of the adjustable wall furniture system. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract, which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A composite wall structure for use in a building, such as a geodesic dome, or the outer hull of a pressurized vehicle, such as an airship or submarine, is formed by interconnecting a plurality of three dimensional triangular shaped cells into a shape of desired contour, such as planar or curved, with each individual cell having a sealed chamber that is pressurized, and securing a fluid impervious closure skin to the connected array of cells. Each cell is formed by connecting planar rectangular sidewalls into a triangular frame having opposite sides and attaching a planar triangular panel to each side of the frame in a manner to form a pressure sealed chamber. The hull structure of predetermined shape is capable of captivating a volume of air and/or resisting buckling or failure resulting from fluid pressure on the hull during operation in air or water environments.

Abstract: A roof cooling system having quick-erect properties comprising: a high-flow manifold, a plurality of flex hoses, fascia brackets, and sprinkler wands. Fascia brackets are securedly and permanently attached to a building's fascia board. Each of the many sprinkler wands and flex hoses are all assembled to a high-flow manifold, ready for quick connection to a pressurized water supply. Therefore, when needed, the wands are simply engaged to the fascia brackets, the manifold connected to a water source and the system is operational, in mere minutes. When not in use, the system quickly disassembles for storage without hindering the building's aesthetics.

Abstract: A leadthrough system for a constructional component, such as a deck or a wall, includes a frame (11) having at least two frame sections (12, 13) defining together a channel (31), sleeve sections (14, 15) surrounding the channel (31), with at least one sleeve section (14) tapering from one of its ends (18) to another of its ends (19), and at least one insertion member (20, 41) having a conical section (21) corresponding to a tapering contour of the at least one sleeve section (14).

Abstract: The invention provides a system and method of lifting and conveying a concrete slab and/or associated works. The slab has an area includes a plurality of apertures therethrough. A jack at least comprising a shaft having a portion passes through the aperture and contacts a lower support means. The system includes a means for connecting the slab to the shaft. The connection means incorporates at least one supporting member connecting the slab to the shaft. Each supporting member passes through another said aperture and engages the slab. Also included is a means for effecting longitudinal travel of said supporting means along said shaft, resulting in the raising or lowering of said slab. Position sensors are associated with each jack and the system includes a means for communicating and controlling between each jack and one or more main controllers. There is also provided a jack for lifting a concrete slab which includes a shaft and ball screw, a drive assembly, a hanger assembly, a support device.

Abstract: A dead man support apparatus for use in installing wallboard on a ceiling structure which includes a column. The column has first and second coaxial sections that cooperate telescopically and are spring biased in a direction that axial extends each section with respect to the other section. The apparatus also includes a contact member mounted on an axial extremity of the column. In some forms of the invention the spring is a coil compressions spring. One of the first and second coaxial sections may be a hollow cylindrical section. The relative axial travel between the first and second coaxial sections may be about 4 inches. In some cases the column has a length that is between 7 and 8 feet. At least a part thereof may be manufactured of fiberglass, aluminum or other light weight material.

Abstract: A novel swimming pool deck drainage system and expansion joint that are adapted to be cast into a concrete pool deck surface. The drainage system is designed to properly drain water from pool overflow and rain water from the decking while enhancing the aesthetics of the swimming pool deck. The drainage system provides an effective drainage for pool decks and effectively collects and carries water away quickly from pool decks and other patio areas. The joint system protects against cracking and buckling of the concrete deck surface. The decorative swimming pool joint and drainage systems are formed using a co-extrusion process. The drain and joint systems are made from an exterior grade of PVC. While the drain and joint components are being extruded, a cap stock made from ASA (weatherable ABS) material is extruded and fused into the top of the drain and joint. The cap stock material includes a base color and seed resin mixed with the ASA to provide a wood grain appearance.

Abstract: A modular step system for in-ground swimming comprising a bottom central hub, a brace assembly, a top central hub, a tread support assembly, a step form and a liner. The components of the modular step system interlock and snap together without fasteners. Also, the components of the modular step system are obtained by molding plastic material or curing of a curable material. The modular step system is installed on a level concrete floor of a swimming pool and designed to be rigidly fixed from behind to adjacent pool walls. The modular step system is adaptable to a pool having a vinyl liner, structurally sound regardless of size, easy to assemble, consistent in size, and cost-effective.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composite wall outlet comprised of a connector, an anchor plate and a cover plate matching on said anchor plate, wherein said anchor plate and said cover plate have a housing hole respectively for mating said connector in between said anchor plate and said cover plate, said anchor plate has location holes; the vital feature of the present invention is that the connector connects to the housing holes of the anchor plate and the cover plate in jack-socket connection, meanwhile the location holes of the anchor plate fasten the cover plate tightly for facilitating to the user mounting or dismounting, and efficiently protecting the parts from damaging; the structure of the present invention is simple and easy to operation with high practicality.

Abstract: A wedge for a tendon retaining anchor includes at least two circumferential wedge segments adapted to be placed on an exterior of a tendon. The wedge segments have an exterior surface adapted to cooperate with a receiving bore of a load transfer device and an interior surface having gripping elements thereon. A circumferential dimension of the wedge segments is selected so that a total uncompressed gap between circumferential ends of the wedge segments when the segments are applied to an exterior surface of the tendon is at most about 2.4 times a height of the gripping elements. In another aspect, a tendon retaining system includes an anchor having a wedge receiving bore and wedge segments adapted to cooperate with the wedge receiving bore. The wedge segments include gripping elements on an interior surface thereof. The system includes a device adapted to limit lateral compression of the wedge segments.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to a modular raceway system having raceway cover components of predetermined length fitted to wall brackets at predetermined intervals along a wall structure, some of which wall brackets are designed to provide a space or gap between the adjacent end portions of the raceway covers so as to receive electrical outlet/data ports at these locations for the wall support brackets, thereby avoiding the necessity for interrupting continuous cover components, thereby lending a more pleasing appearance to the overall installation.

Abstract: The invention relates to the provision of various shapes integral to surface members in architectural walls and ceilings such as building board materials, plaster and cement render. A first aspect relates to a shaping member for forming a smooth and continuous joint between two dissimilar materials in such a manner that the said joint is not normally apparent to the human eye with the intention of shaping the said surface member for the purpose of housing or augmenting the functioning of utilitarian devices such as light fittings, air conditioning registers and/or to provide decorative forms. An advantage of the present invention is that architectural walls and ceilings may be shaped into specific forms in order to direct the emission of light from associated light fittings and the flow of air from ventilation devices, etc.

Abstract: A baffled insulation product for ventilating air under a roof from an open space is provided comprising an elongated insulation mat having top and bottom major surfaces, the top major surface facing the roof when the product is installed in the open space, the insulation mat having a baffle integral therewith proximate to the top major surface, comprising at least one airflow channel for the ventilating air.

Abstract: A mortar and debris collection device for use within a cavity wall to prevent the blockage of weep holes at the base of the wall. The cavity wall assembly includes a masonry wall, an adjacent inner wall, a wall cavity therebetween, and a free-standing elongate strip of openwork material located within the cavity forming a debris collection surface a spaced distance above a base surface of the cavity. Preferably, the openwork material is inserted and positioned within the cavity after the inner wall and only a base portion of the outer masonry wall is constructed. Thereafter, the upper portion of the outer masonry wall is constructed and any mortar or debris falling into the cavity is caught and supported on the debris collection surface.

Abstract: A deck with an integrated gutter system includes at least two separated joists and a plurality of planks. Each plank includes longitudinal grooves, is disposed above and supported by the joists, has an undersurface which is juxtaposed with the joists, and is secured to the joists. The deck also includes a plurality of unitary channels. Each channel includes a pair of flanges which mate with longitudinal grooves of immediately adjacent planks. The mating of the flanges of the channel with the grooves of the planks provides the deck with an impervious gutter that extends between and along the two planks, and is located above the joists to which the planks are secured.

Abstract: A insulated structural panel is formed with a rigid foam core, a plurality of vertical hat channels on either face of the rigid foam core, and horizontal top and bottom L-channels on either face of the rigid foam core. The plurality of vertical hat channels on opposing faces of the rigid foam core are attached together so as to compress the rigid foam core, thus adding structural strength to the insulated structural panel.

Abstract: An insulating concrete block adapted to be interlocked with other insulating concrete blocks to form an insulating concrete form for casting concrete. The insulating concrete block including a first foam panel and a second foam panel supported in a spaced apart, parallel relationship to form a concrete receiving cavity. Each of the first panel and the second panel having a top end, a bottom end, a first end, and a second end. The top end and the bottom end of each of the first and second panels having an outside row of a plurality of projections and an inside row of a plurality of projections. The projections of the outside row being spaced apart to define a plurality of recesses and the projections of the inside row being spaced apart to define a plurality of recesses with the projections of the outside row being adjacent to the recesses of the inside row and the recesses of the outside row being adjacent projections of the inside row.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a door skin having an exterior surface with an woodgrain pattern formed therein, and an etched plate for use as an embossing plate or with a molded die sets for forming the woodgrain pattern in the door skin. The exterior surface has outer portions lying on a first plane, spaced grooves recessed from the plane of the outer portions, and halftone portions. The halftone portions have spaced protrusions defined by channels, wherein the channels are recessed from the plane of the outer portions.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for forming a sealed joint comprises a joint member having at least one elongate component that comprises a top surface, a bottom surface, a first component side and a second component side, wherein at least a portion of the top surface has a contour which is curved. In forming a joint a first member is formed on a substrate. The joint member is positioned against the first member. A second member is formed on the substrate immediately adjacent to the joint member. In some embodiments the joint member comprises two components, one of which is removed following formation of the second member.

Abstract: An insulating concrete block adapted to be interlocked with other insulating concrete blocks to form an insulating concrete form for casting concrete. The insulating concrete block including a first foam panel and a second foam panel arranged in a spaced apart, parallel relationship to form a concrete receiving cavity. At least two web structures extending between the first foam panel and the second foam panel. Each web structure includes a pair of elongated end plates joined by a pair of web members. One of the end plates is embedded in the first foam panel and the other end plate is embedded in the second foam panel. Each of the end plates has at least one attachment element formed by providing a thickened area on the end plates.

Abstract: An attachment clip for attaching siding to a wall, the siding having an attachment groove, comprising a nail attachment portion including a body having at least one part extending in a plane and having at least a predetermined thickness and a central nail attachment aperture, a siding engagement portion including a tongue configured and oriented for engagement with the siding attachment groove; and a connecting portion for connecting the nail attachment portion to the siding engagement portion, the connecting portion having at least one part extending away from the plane of the body at a first end and being connected to the siding engagement portion at a second end. Preferably the connection portion extends away from the plane defined by the body at an oblique angle, for example, between 120° to 150°, and most preferably about 135°.

Abstract: Disclosed is a batten riser assembly that is used to install battens for tile roofs. The batten riser assembly can be used to prolong the life of tile roofs since it is made of waterproof materials. The batten riser assembly uses flexible strips that can be easily folded in a compact package and can be installed in a quick and easy manner. The batten riser assembly can be used in conjunction with a marker tape to speed installation. The batten riser assembly is designed to prevent the damming of water that penetrates the tile roof. The batten riser assembly provides a simple and easy way for installers to comply with building codes.

Abstract: The invention relates to a locking system for mechanical joining of floorboards (1, 1?), a floorboard having such a locking system and a flooring made of such floorboards. The locking system has mechanical cooperating means (36, 38; 6, 8, 14) for vertical and horizontal joining of adjoining floorboards. The means for horizontal joining about a vertical plane (F) comprise a locking groove (14) and a locking strip (16) which is located at opposite joint edge portions (4a, 4b) of the floorboard (4). The locking strip (6) projects from the joint plane (F) and has an upwards projecting locking element (8) at its free end. The locking groove (14) is formed in the opposite joint edge portion (4a) of the floorboard at a distance from the joint plane (F). The locking groove (14) and the locking element (8) have operative locking surfaces (10, 11).

Abstract: A modular block system comprises a first block, a second block, a third block, a fourth block, and a capstone, the first block having a front face, a back face, a first side, a second side, a top, and a bottom, with the front face being wider than the back face and the first side being slanted from the front face toward the back face, the second block having a front face, a back face, a first side, a second side, a top, and a bottom, with the front face being wider than the back face and the first and second sides being slanted from the front face toward the back face, the third block having a front face, a back face, a first side, a second side, a top, and a bottom, with the front face being wider than the back face and the first side being slanted from the front face toward the back face, and the fourth block having a front face, a back face, a first side, a second side, a top, and a bottom, with the front face being wider than the back face and the first side and the second side being from the front face t

Abstract: The brick system with horizontal and vertical connective king-slots for complete building construction and decoration consists of parallelepiped, corner, T- or crossshaped bricks, curved and formed, which through horizontal and vertical female recesses and male prominences and with the help of king-rails at their base or optional on the sides and on the roof of the building, they are connected unbreakably together for the creation of an aseismic masonry construction and for the support of the building levels and the roof. The advantages of this invention are many in relation to already existing building systems, because: It offers new building possibilities, for easy and quick construction. It offers a uniform and absolute construction coherence, which makes the building aseismic. Due to the perfect connection of the bricks with bonding materials, the contractor is saved from plaster since they are replaced by stucco. The construction work is clean. The time required to complete the work is very little.