Abstract: The present invention relates to a reduced abrasion shoe. The reduced abrasion shoe comprises strategically removing seams from the interior cavity of the shoe. In particular, the tongue traversing the throat is attached to the exterior surface of the upper about the toe box. A full liner between the upper and the interior cavity is coupled to the upper about the shoe mid-point. Finally, exterior surface patches are coupled to the exterior surface using a fusion bond instead of a stitch to remove the corresponding interior seam.

Abstract: A sole (6) for anti-slipping shoes of the type including foldaway anti-slipping elements (12) arranged in the face of the sole that will come in touch with the ground, characterized in that the anti-slipping elements to increase the adherence to the ground are secured to rigid or semirigid supporting members (10) that are hinged to the sole so as to be lifted from the same by rotation like a flag by at least 180° with respect to a symmetry axis other than the axis of hinge/lifting from the shoe sole and not parallel thereto. Each the supporting member being housed during the use of the sole in its own single recess or groove (8) arranged in the sole portions.

Abstract: Some studded footwear, such as sports shoes, require studs (6) to be specifically oriented relative to the shoe sole (1). The studs (6) may be specifically oriented in the receptacles (5), and thus the receptacles need to be oriented relative to the sole of the shoe (1). Means are provided therefore for orienting a specifically-oriented receptacle (5) for a shoe stud (6) in a multi-layer shoe sole (1) comprising co-operating orienting means (13) on the receptacle (5) and an outer shoe sole (2), the co-operating orienting means being operative to physically retain the receptacle (5) in the correct orientation relative to the outer shoe sole (2) at least until an inner shoe sole (3) is secured to the outer shoe sole (2). Thus the co-operating orienting means serve to ensure that a specifically-oriented receptacle (5) is physically held in the correct orientation relative to the shoe sole (1), at least until the shoe sole is completed by attachment of an inner shoe sole (3).

Abstract: The present invention relates to the upper U of an athletic shoe comprising a first opening 1 out of which the foot sticks upwards during wearing and a second opening 2 which is closed with a tongue. The two openings 1, 2 are continuous with each other, and the upper U comprises a medial side stretchable part 51 which covers a part of a medial side face of an arch of the foot, a lateral side stretchable part 50 which covers a part of a lateral side face of a ball of a little toe (a fifth toe), a front part 3 located forward of the two stretchable parts 50, 51 and a rear part 4 located backward of the two stretchable parts. Each of the stretchable parts 50, 51 is provided so as to essentially cross one of side faces of the upper U from a top surface of a sole S to the second opening 2. Young's modulus along the lengthwise direction L of the foot of each of the stretchable parts 50, 51 is set smaller than that of the front part 3 and the rear part 4.

Abstract: A footwear has a sole comprising at least a resilient component having a peripheral profile, with a medial part and a lateral part which define therebetween a width dimension. To the resilient component an adjusting system is associated, operable in order to select a desired adjusting degree of the width dimension. The sole comprises inspection means arrangede for allowing the visual check, from the lower part of the sole, of the adjusting degree selected by means of the adjusting system.

Abstract: A sports boot comprising a part comprising at least two superposed layers of plastics and comprising an opening that can be closed by catching means distributed on either side of this opening, wherein one of the two layers has one or more recesses lying on an axis in order to define a deformation axis of the shell, allowing that part of the shell that is around this axis to move away in order to enlarge the opening and make it easier to put the boot on and to take it off.

Abstract: The banding device for application to a segment of footwear, whether it be to the heel, sole, around the vamp portion of the shoe, in any combination thereof, which due to its elasticity allows for its stretching into position to be secured either as an endless or continuous loop, or a segment of a length of elastic device, for application to these components of the shoe to vary the coloration, design, indicia, trademark, or other aesthetics for the footwear.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device that allows an output shaft to perform axial motion and automatic locking, in particular, a manual switch-off device for a permanent magnet switch operating mechanism. A large shoe plate and a small shoe plate are fixed onto a base plate. A transmission shaft is rotatably installed onto the large shoe plate and the small shoe plate that are in parallel with each other. An eccentric wheel is fixed onto the transmission shaft between the large shoe plate and the small shoe plate. An output shaft in parallel with the large shoe plate and the small shoe plate is installed onto the base plate. One end of the output shaft is fixed with an end cap. The large shoe plate has an open slot. The eccentric wheel has a spring column fixed thereon, and the spring column connects to one end of a manual switch-off spring through the open slot. The other end of the manual switch-off spring hooks to a spring mount point on the large shoe plate.

Abstract: An apparatus for dewatering dredge spoils includes a floating barge having a planar upper surface or deck. One end of the barge, such as the stem, is partially flooded or otherwise ballasted so that the deck slopes downwardly from the bow toward the stem. Dredge spoils removed from a waterway are deposited onto the bow where they flow down toward the stem. A plurality of concrete blocks on the deck form an attenuator that, in turn, defines one or more settling ponds on the surface of the barge. A weir across the stem of the barge forms an additional settling pond at the rear of the barge. Solids suspended in the water removed from the waterway settle out onto the deck when the dredge spoils are deposited onto the bow. Remaining solids suspended in the water deposit onto the deck as the water flows through the settling ponds. The relatively clear water that remains then flows back into the waterway off the stem of the sloped barge after passing through the settling ponds.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for issuing temporary license plates provides state governments with an electronic temporary tag registration and management system for motor vehicle dealers and tax collectors. The inventive system allows real time record retrieval of vehicle and owner information from a temporary tag, and facilitates motor vehicle dealer's compliance requirements with their states.

Abstract: A multi-layer file folder is disclosed, in which a laminate is bonded to the exterior of a thick, supporting manila interior element. By means of lamination, combinations of materials can be used which would otherwise be impossible or impractical. The index tab, as viewed from the front of the folder, is the color of the interior element, typically manila, and provides for a high-contrast writing surface on the index tab.

Abstract: A flame simulating assembly including a simulated fuel bed, a screen having a front surface disposed proximal to the simulated fuel bed and a back surface positioned opposite to the front surface, and a flame picture projector for projecting motion pictures of flames onto the back surface, for display thereof at the front surface. The front surface of the screen is partially reflective, for providing a reflected image of the simulated fuel bed appearing to be disposed at least partially behind the motion pictures of flames displayed at the front surface.

Abstract: A handheld item, for example a utensil such as a spatula, including a handle with a convertible display element that readily converts between one of at least two visual display items. The display conversion may preferably be accomplished through rotary movement of the display items between visible and hidden positions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a hand-operated number plate that is capable of displaying symbols such as number or alphabet etc with ease and a hand-operated number display device using the same. The hand-operated number plate according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a frame where formed openings of the shape of FIG. 8 with a tilt of 3˜8°, 7 segments corresponding to each unit section of the openings having the shape of FIG. 8, and a plurality of hinges combining each of the segments with the unit section of the opening to make it possible to revlove.

Abstract: The invention relates to a large surface advertising device for posters and a corresponding method for controlling the poster exchange. The aim of the invention is to achieve an advertisement device which permits the installation of significantly larger advertising devices and operation over a long period of time with alternating adverts. The method shall permit a frequent poster change with short cycle times. According to the invention, the large surface advertising device for posters comprises a housing, housing chassis and base frame (6), with winding shafts (1 and (2) arranged thereon for accommodating web-like rollable posters. The poster web is moved between both said rollers (1) and (2), by means of winding on and off to change posters. At least one diverting device (3 and 4) is arranged at the top and bottom, before the upper winding shaft (1) and the lower winding shaft (2), on the housing chassis and the base frame (6).

Abstract: A foldable module adapted to be illuminated includes a foldable panel arranged to be positioned between a folded position and a deployed position. at least one light source is mounted to the panel for shedding light. The light source remains on the foldable panel in the folded and deployed positions. The foldable module can also include a mechanical system that permits to removably mount a display poster to the panel.

Abstract: A display device includes an edge-lit light-transmitting sheet having first and second opposed parallel surfaces. A matrix is applied to at least one of the first and second surfaces and comprises a series of lines extending between opposed edges of the sheet. The spacings between the lines and/or the thicknesses of the lines are so chosen as to obtain a desired intensity of illumination at selected areas of the sheet.

Abstract: An illuminated sign includes a first light source disposed within a frame. A plurality of light guides are spaced apart within the frame and positioned perpendicularly adjacent to the first light source. A first light-permeable panel is disposed adjacent to the light guides and encloses a first side of the frame. A solar panel for generating electricity is associated with the frame and a transformer electrically connects the first light source to the solar panel. A battery is electrically disposed between the solar panel and the transformer; and a timer electrically connects the solar panel and the first light source.

Abstract: A reusable laminate display, having a display layer, and a reinforcing layer having opposite front and rear faces. The display layer is affixed to the front face. The display layer and reinforcing layer together form a panel. The panel has a front panel face corresponding to the front face of the reinforcing layer and a rear panel face opposite the front panel face. A repositionable second adhesive is applied to one of the front panel face and the rear panel face.

Abstract: An exterior display apparatus is provided that includes a plurality of individual signs and a frame. Each of the individual signs is operable to be displayed individually as a sign, and each has at least two mating elements. The mating elements from each individual sign mate with the mating elements of at least two adjacent individual signs. The individual signs thereby form a collective sign from the individual signs.

Abstract: A device for marking a location. The device coming in two separate pieces, namely a ground stake and a marking post. The ground stake configured for insertion into a ground surface. The marking post configured for attachment to the ground stake. The post is preferably removable from the stake so that when livestock are present, if they uproot or displace the marking post portion of the device, the ground stake remains in the ground still marking the location. If a survey crew or other individual is at the marking location after the post has been removed, they can replace the post (or insert a replacement post) to return the device to its full functionality.

Abstract: A system for assisting a guardian in monitoring or locating a child is provided. The system includes a guardian band and a child band having matching indicia. At least a portion of the bands are preferably formed from a highly reflective, retroreflective, iridescent or fluorescent material. A method for assisting a guardian in monitoring or locating a child includes sizing a guardian band, sizing a child band, forming the child band into a loop, and placing the child band about a child's body above the waist.

Abstract: A holder (20) either to which a computer readable storage medium (10) can be detachably attached or in which a computer readable storage medium can be encased is disclosed, the holder having a planar shape and a size corresponding to that of a standard credit card and/or standard business card. In particular, the holder may have a substantially rectangular shape with planar dimensions of 85 mm to 86 mm by 54 to 55 mm.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein provides a card holder device that can be attached to another object, such as to the exterior of a sterilization container for medical devices, and hold a card therein in a fixed position relative to the object in a readily viewable position during the handling and/or processing of the object to which it is attached. The invention provides an attachable card holder device comprising: a generally planar face portion structured to receive and secure a card therein, said planar face portion having a first attachment leg extending from a first end of said face portion and a second attachment leg extending from a second end of said face portion, wherein the wherein said planar face portion, first and second attachment legs collectively form an overall bracket configuration. Each of the attachment legs comprises coupling elements.

Abstract: A generally rectangular panel having at least one thick edge, a slot in said thick edge, a cassette with animated cartoon card being slidably received in said slot, said animated cartoon card being laterally, slidably received in said cassette, electrical means including a power source adapted to power said animated cartoon and operatively associated with said animated cartoon card.

Abstract: There is provided an air conditioner. In the air conditioner, a front panel is installed to a front of a main body, a front cover is disposed at a front of the front panel and detachably coupled to the main body, and an art panel is interchangeably inserted in the front cover.

Abstract: An artwork display apparatus adapted to removably receive a piece of artwork including an artwork mounting member adapted to be coupled to a frame. The artwork mounting member includes a mat and a pocket coupled to the mat. The pocket and the mat form a receptacle adapted to removably receive the piece of artwork, such that the piece of artwork can be selectively inserted or removed from the receptacle through the opening without any disassembly.

Abstract: The framing system has a frame with a top wall. The top wall has an outer edge and an inner edge defining an opening for viewing the article placed within the frame. Within the frame and covering the framed item is a sheet of transparent material, such as acrylic plastic. The sheet has a depending flange about its periphery for spacing the transparent material from the artwork. The use of the transparent material having a depending flange, in place of a spacer, reduces time, effort and cost in framing the item.

Abstract: Prints Charming is comprised of a novelty charm and device for attaching the novelty charm to a picture frame, glass overlay to the picture frame or picture itself. Application of the charm to the frame or like will vary depending on the type of attaching device. The sticky-backed magnet or conventional magnet allows the charm to be placed anywhere on the frame that is metal. The suction cups allow the charm to adhere to the glass portion of the frame, as well as to any frame surface that is appropriately wide and flat. The plastic hanger allows the user to customize the attaching device to permit the charm to be attached to almost any frame.

Abstract: This invention is intended to provide an identifiable bullet which is unduplicatable by a third party. The means is to place plural (two or more) kinds of identification codes onto or into a bullet and to make the identification codes mutually related. By this means the bullet remains identifiable. Next, the means is to make at least one kind of the identification code or codes ciphered. By this means the mutual relations among the identification codes become confidential to a third party, so that the bullet becomes unduplicatable. In one embodiment, each identification code is placed in a different kind of material, and this enables an investigator to detect and compare the identification codes more easily after shooting of the bullet. In another embodiment, each kind of identification code or codes is placed in a different kind of material.

Abstract: A semi-automatic rifle kit comprises a receiver; first and second bolt assemblies that can be interchangeably inserted inside the receiver when no barrel is coupled to the receiver; and first and second barrels that can be interchangeably coupled to the receiver when no bolt assembly is inserted inside the receiver. The first bolt assembly can be inserted inside the receiver when the first barrel is coupled to the receiver, but not when the second barrel is coupled to the receiver. The second bolt assembly can be inserted inside the receiver when the second barrel is coupled to the receiver, but not when the first barrel is coupled to the receiver. The first bolt assembly and the first barrel are designed for use with a first type of cartridge, but not a second type of cartridge. The second bolt assembly and the second barrel being are designed for use with the second type of cartridge, but not the first type of cartridge.

Abstract: A device for loading powder and a projectile into the muzzle of a muzzle loading firearm. The device consists of a hollow cylindrical tubular body with a rod (“ball starter”) attached for loading a firearm. The tubular body has an elongated bore or cavity that is preloaded with a measured quantity of powder and a bullet. The tubular body fits onto the barrel, with all elements in line with the barrel opening. To load the firearm, a pin which holds the powder and bullet in place must be pulled, and the ball starter pushes all the elements into the barrel, followed by a ramrod to prepare the rifle for firing. The pin is held by an elastic band outside the tubular body during loading and post loading it is removably repositioned and held in the cavity by the flexible band. The present invention includes a groove along its longitudinal side for storing the ball starter prior to use; the ball starter is held in place by a removable flexible band.

Abstract: A tool for use with a black powder gun (muzzleloader) is provided. The tool combines multiple tools useful to a black powder gun user in the field into a single unit. One embodiment of the tool includes a capper, a decapper (also called a deprimer), a bullet starter, a ramrod handle, and a ramrod push aid. Another embodiment of the invention includes a bullet starter, a ramrod handle, a ramrod push aid, and a socket wrench.

Abstract: A firearm has a frame, a slide, a striker-type firing pin (“striker”), and a fire control mechanism including a sear to controllably release the striker and a trigger bar for actuating the sear. An automatic positive striker lock safety includes a pin-like safety element biased downwards to normally block the striker. The bottom of the pin is rounded, and cooperates with a rearwards facing, sloped surface on the trigger bar. If striker becomes free to move forward without full rearwards movement of the trigger bar, the pin blocks the striker. However, rearward movement of the trigger bar forces the pin upwards. As the trigger bar reaches its fully rearward position, the pin is moved to unblock the striker, and the sear is actuated for releasing the striker.

Abstract: A gun locking device includes a tube that fits within the bore of a firearm and extends from the muzzle to the chamber. A first subassembly on the tube moves between a locked position, in which radial balls extend from the tube to obstruct removal of the tube from the barrel, and an unlocked position in which the tube may be removed. A second subassembly coupled to the first subassembly enables a user to move the position of the first subassembly. Operation of an actuator knob on the second subassembly causes a compression rod within the tube to rotate a threaded riser at the first subassembly to drive the radially moveable balls. The actuator knob can be locked with the tube secured in the barrel. Optionally, a barrel locator cap prevents rotation of the actuator knob unless the muzzle of the barrel bears against the second subassembly.

Abstract: A pistol with interchangeable grip comprising a frame (12) adapted to receive an interchangeable grip (13), in which engagement means for the locking and release of the grip are arranged coupled to the frame (12) and to the grip (13) and comprise a pin or peg (20), moveable within a seat (21) of the frame (12) from a first position of engagement in a seat (23) formed on an inner surface of a side wall (13A) of the grip (13) to a second position disengaged from this.

Abstract: A disposable cleaning device for the barrel or bore of a gun or firearm is provided which comprises a jag member which is adapted to contain a cleaning fluid for the barrel or bore, which jag member has means at one end for securing to a ram-rod or cable and also has means for allowing the cleaning fluid to contact an absorbent cleaning material. In certain embodiments the absorbent cleaning material surrounds the jag member and is pre-wetted with cleaning fluid or becomes wetted with cleaning fluid after a rupturable means within the jag member containing the cleaning fluid is ruptured or broken. In other embodiments, the jag member includes an internal chamber containing the cleaning fluid sealed with a rupturable or removable membrane or member, which when ruptured or removed, allows cleaning fluid to escape and contact cleaning material which is, or which is brought, in proximity to the chamber.

Abstract: A tool to facilitate the removal of a barrel bushing on a handgun such as the 1911 automatic pistol. The tool has a handle which foldably receives a wrench having an aperture conforming to the shape of bushing. In the extended position, the wrench is provided with ridges or serrations to frictionally engage the fingers or hands of the user. Additional accessory items such as knife blades or other tools may be foldably secured to the handle.

Abstract: A laser sighting device for a firearm and a method for mounting a laser sighting device on a firearm. A laser sighting device for a firearm comprises a holder adapted to attach to the handgrip of the firearm such that the firearm may be held in a firing position by the handgrip with the device installed thereon, the holder including a first compartment for receiving a laser and holding the laser so as to propagate a beam of light substantially in the muzzle direction of the firearm, and a second compartment for receiving a battery to power the laser, a switch for activation of the laser by the user's hand holding the handgrip in firing position, and an electrical circuit disposed within the holder for interconnecting a laser disposed in the first compartment, a battery disposed in the second compartment and the switch.

Abstract: An aiming sight includes a controller, a power supply, an LED array, and a collimator. The power supply powers the LEDs to turn-on and turn-off, and powers the collimator to rotate. The collimator rotates to different rotational positions while the controller, the power supply, and the LED array remain fixed in place. The LEDs are positioned such that one LED and the collimator are at a constant angle and separated by a constant focal distance for each collimator position. The controller controls the collimator to rotate to a collimator position to generate an aiming dot at an angular position corresponding to the collimator position. The controller turns-on the LED which is at the constant angle and separated from the collimator by the constant focal distance and turns-off the remaining LEDs such that the collimator collimates light from the turned-on LED into the aiming dot at the angular position corresponding to the collimator position.

Abstract: A pivoting accessory mount used for attaching auxiliary devices such as sighting devices to a firearm. The accessory mount includes a base member that attaches to the firearm and includes a mounting support and a shaft. An accessory receiver is pivotally received and retained about the shaft. The accessory receiver is pivotable between an inactive position along the side of the upper receiver of the firearm and an active position extending substantially vertically relative to and in alignment with the upper receiver of the firearm. The mounting shaft is linearly displaceable, thereby engaging the accessory receiver when in the active position to prevent accidental displacement of the accessory receiver.

Abstract: A lineless anchor weight assembly attachable to a floating object and method for making, comprising a rigid rod permanently attached to an environmentally safe, hermetically encapsulated, solid lead weight. The impermeable encapsulate may be of a polyvinylchloride. The rod may be of a fiberglass or of a naturally-occurring material exhibiting rigidity. The floating object may be a decoy, such as a puddle duck decoy with a keel having a receiver aperture for receiving the anchor weight attachment means. One end of the attachment may be a connector means for fastening the attachment means to the floatable object and may also be attached to the rod. Alternatively, if the decoy has a receiver aperture above the keel, the anchor weight attachment means further comprises an adapter to provide for such attachment. The assembly is for anchoring, throwing, and retrieving a decoy eliminating any problems due to tangling.

Abstract: A fish handling tool which provides an easier and more stable nipping operation for holding a fish. The fish handling tool is structured that a finger hooking position of a finger hooking opening provided in an operating member crosses a center line of a rod-like grip so that the finger hooking position does not become eccentric.

Abstract: A fishing rod includes an elongate shaft defining an interior space. A stop, a cocking rod, a firing rod, and an energizing element are mounted in the interior space. The cocking rod may transfer energy to the energizing element. A trigger attached to the cocking rod is selectively movable through an opening in the stop for releasing the energizing element's energy. A trigger release assembly proximate the trigger includes a ball bushing slidably coupled to the cocking rod and a button extending through the elongate shaft. A rod tip is included for selectively retaining an item of fishing tackle attached to a fishing line. Means are included for anchoring and locking the position of the fishing line. In use, energy is transferred to the energizing element and then selectively released to automatically cast the fishing line by swinging the rod in a traditional casting motion or by pushing a button.

Abstract: A securing device for securing a line and/or fishing tackle to a fishing rod. the securing device comprising a body, a first aperture (11) in the body adapted to engage the fishing rod and a second aperture (12) in the body spaced from the first aperture (11) and adapted to releasably engage the fishing line and/or an item of fishing tackle. In further embodiment the device may be formed with holes to receive hooks, and being preferably buoyant and formed in bright colours. A method of securing a line is also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fishing, and more specifically, provides a fishing lure and method for attracting a fish to strike an artificial lure. The present invention is further adapted to enhance the likelihood of setting the hook in the fish once the fish strikes the lure. One embodiment of the present invention provides a fishing lure with an elongated soft body where the soft body is attached to the fishing line at an intermediate portion, and the lure contains at least one hook positioned near one of the soft body free ends.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fishing rod float in which one half-section (1) is stacked on top of another half-section (2). In this way, a longitudinal through hole is formed in the float for the fishing line, through the joining of two grooves (3, 4). In addition, a rod is inserted into the aforementioned hole in order to clamp the line and fix same.

Abstract: Disclosed is a magnetic holder for fishing flies in which the flies have a hook including a shank portion, a bend portion, and a point portion. The device includes a base having an upper surface and a lower surface. The upper surface has an array of hook receiving slots formed therein, each slot having a bottom surface, opposing side surfaces, and a substantially completely open top. Each slot has a width and depth sized to receive at least one of the point portion and the bend portion of a hook. At least one magnet is held by the base and positioned such that at least a portion of a surface of a magnet forms at least a portion of the bottom surface of each slot.

Abstract: Provided is a mosquito trapping lamp comprising a pointed rod; a water bowl including a socket projected upward from its center, a kerosene container put into the socket and projected therefrom, a cap put on the container, a wick pierced through the cap to expose its head and submerge its remaining portion in the container, a base, and a sleeve extended downward from a center of the base; and a transparent funnel having a tube fitted on the socket to enclose the container and the cap. Burning the wick and putting a cover on the funnel will attract mosquitoes onto an outer surface of the funnel prior to dropping them into the water bowl. Either the sleeve is put on the rod and the rod is inserted into earth in an outdoor environment or the base is put on a flat supporting surface.

Abstract: A bait station for use in the elimination of termites when detected comprises a hollow body having a plurality of apertures therein and occupying substantially the entire interior of the hollow body in a cellulosic matrix containing a termiticide. The bait station is adapted for attachment to a detector station or a termite infested structure via an exposable aperture by a communicator tube extending between an interior region of said bait station and an interior region of said detector station or said structure to provide a termite pathway between said cellulosic matrix and a termite colony.