Abstract: The present invention is directed to a three-component releasable mounted cleat assembly for interlocking into a receptacle of a golf shoe. A locking component is biasly inserted into an open receptacle in the shoe and has a geometric construction of downwardly extending tongues causes a requirement for a greater torque remove the cleat than was necessary to install it. An outer component which is coupled to the locking component provides a plurality of rigid posts extending outward for firmly gripping turf. The posts have an exterior wall surface extending vertically from a base and are confined within the outer perimeter of the base. An inner component is secured within the outer component and has a plurality of resilient legs extending outward in a radial direction and originating from a central area of the component.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a three-component releasable mounted cleat assembly for interlocking into a receptacle of a golf shoe A locking component is biasly inserted into an open receptacle in the shoe and has a geometric construction of downwardly extending tongues causes a requirement for a greater torque remove the cleat than was necessary to install it. An outer component which is coupled to the locking component provides a plurality of rigid posts extending outward for firmly gripping turf. The posts have an exterior wall surface extending vertically from a base and are confined within the outer perimeter of the base. An inner component is secured within the outer component and has a plurality of resilient legs extending outward in a radial direction and originating from a central area of the component.

Abstract: An orthotic is disclosed. The orthotic may include a cushioning layer configured to extend from at least the metatarsal region to the proximal heel region, the cushioning layer having a heel region with a protruding heel piece integrally molded as part of the cushioning layer. The orthotic may also include an outer shell layer fixedly coupled to the cushioning layer, the outer shell layer extending longitudinally from at least the medial cuneiform-first metatarsal joint region to the calcaneus bone region of the user, the outer shell layer configured to receive the protruding heel piece.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole assembly secured to the upper and including a support assembly. The support assembly includes a plate positioned beneath the upper and a plurality of transversely extending elliptical tubular members positioned beneath the plate. At least one of the tubular members is formed of a first portion, a second portion spaced from the first portion by a first longitudinal gap, and a third portion spaced from the second portion by a second longitudinal gap.

Abstract: A snowplow assembly may include a snowplow mechanism having a frame and a pair of wings that are adapted to move independently. The snowplow assembly may also include a hydraulic system that has a first cylinder for use in moving the first wing, a second cylinder for use in moving the second wing, a pump system for use in providing hydraulic fluid to the first and second cylinders, and a flow divider that causes the first wing and the second wing to move at substantially the same time and substantially the same speed regardless of the disparity of loads on the first and second wings.

Abstract: A snowplow assembly may include a snowplow mechanism having a mold board, a structural frame and a scraper blade all formed substantially of a thermoplastic. The mold board and structural frame may be molded together. An alternate snowplow assembly may include a mount assembly having a blade mount assembly, where the mold board, structural frame and blade mount assembly are all formed substantially of a thermoplastic. The mold board, the structural frame and the blade mount assembly may be molded together.

Abstract: A method of communicating benefits to a consumer of an absorbent paper product, the method having the steps of: producing an absorbent paper product wherein the absorbent paper product includes a primary benefit and packaging the absorbent paper product for retail sale. The packaging includes a primary brand logo that is associated with an absorbent paper product and a secondary brand logo that is associated with a fabric softener.

Abstract: An article of clothing insert system which has a perimeter mounting member which is configured to have inserts be positioned therein and mounted on articles of clothing. The inserts can be replaceable by way of positioning therein an annular recess portion.

Abstract: Composite magneto-optical elements with unique shapes and architectures comprising a magnetic component and a colored component. These magneto-optical elements can also be manufactured by a small variety of low-cost processes resulting in their use in a variety of applications including low-cost, large-format, reflective display devices.

Abstract: In this display device, a pixel constituting a display image is made up of a liquid chamber which can contain liquid. To such a pixel, a liquid supply passage and a liquid discharge passage are connected via a switch. The liquid supply passage, the liquid discharge passage, and the pixel together constitute a flow passage. The switch is configured to control the passage and blockage of liquid in the flow passage. Further, the transfer of liquid into and out of a pixel is performed by liquid transfer means.

Abstract: A bound book for displaying photographs and the like including a carrier sheet arrangement folded at least once to provide two carrier sheets separated by a fold and having respective dimensions similar a pair of display sheets, such as photographs, to be displayed. The display sheets are mounted on the respective carrier sheets by respective fastening layers. In one embodiment, the fastening layers include pressure sensitive adhesive and an associated support structure to prevent the pressure sensitive adhesive for adhering during assembly of the book when the display sheets are initially positioned over the fastening layers. The carrier sheet arrangement, display sheets and fastening layers are positioned within a cover assembly, with pressure then being applied to the cover assembly so as to activate the pressure sensitive adhesive and thereby secure the respective display sheets to the respective carrier sheets.

Abstract: A toy handgun assembly structure includes a frame which is composed of a sliding carriage and a grip. The sliding carriage of frame is installed with a slide and a barrel, and the slide is pulled back to accomplish a chambering. The toy handgun achieves a function of recoil shooting through a cocking mechanism which includes a trigger, a connecting rod, a latch hook, a hammer, and a shooting control mechanism. The frame is provided with a locking knob and a rotating knob which is corresponding to the locking knob. Accordingly, in order to dismantle the slide for changing a shooting function of the toy handgun, the locking knob and the rotating knob on the frame are used, to conveniently and firmly fix the slide on the sliding carriage, or to easily disassemble the slide from the sliding carriage, thereby achieving a shooting function.

Abstract: A removable optical sight mount adapted for use with a military-style rifle such as an M1A provides a centrally aligned support projecting well to the rear for use with sights having very limited eye relief. The removable sight advantageously uses a three point lock up or attachment to the rifle, the three points being (1) an elongated longitudinal tenon engaging a groove on the left side of the rifle secured with a fastener and cammed into tight engagement with the groove, (2) a transverse rear guide block, and (3) an adjustable front set screw that, when tightened, bears on the rifle receiver's crown.

Abstract: An improved soft flexible fishing lure and a method of rigging same are provided by the present invention. More in particular, the invention provides a soft flexible fishing lure having an elongate lure body having a longitudinal axis, a top longitudinal surface, a bottom longitudinal surface, a left wall surface, a right wall surface, a head region forming the distal end, and a tail region forming the proximal end and a channel positioned along the longitudinal axis of the lure at the bottom longitudinal surface. The fishing lure of the invention is further provided with a tandem hook assembly that resides in part in the channel of the soft flexible lure body.

Abstract: An improved soft flexible fishing lure and a method of rigging same are provided by the present invention. More in particular, the invention provides a soft flexible fishing lure having an elongate lure body having a longitudinal axis, a top longitudinal surface, a bottom longitudinal surface, a left wall surface, a right wall surface, a head region forming the distal end, and a tail region forming the proximal end and a channel positioned along the longitudinal axis of the lure at the bottom longitudinal surface. The fishing lure of the invention is further provided with a tandem hook assembly that resides in part in the channel of the soft flexible lure body.

Abstract: An insect-trapping device is composed of a container and two caps respectively mounted on two ends of the container. One cap has multiple ventilation holes defined thereon and the other cap combines with an inducer that particularly emits special scent (pheromone) to attract insects. The container is preferably made of resilient material and foldable so as to keep the volume of the insect-trapping device adjustable. Particularly, the insect-trapping device mimics a lantern to have a decorative and pleasant appearance when the device is suspended or located.

Abstract: A versatile pest station for use with interchangeable inserts includes a housing, a lock mechanism, a first insert, and a second insert. The housing includes a base, a lid, and an opening. The base and the lid form a cavity, and the opening provides access to the cavity. The base has a bottom surface and is configured and arranged to be securely mounted to a surface. The lock mechanism interlocks the base and the lid. The first insert is configured and arranged to fit within the cavity, and the first insert includes an entrance mechanism. The second insert is configured and arranged to fit within the cavity, and the second insert includes a snap trap. The first insert and the second insert are interchangeable for individual use with the housing, and the first insert and the second insert are elevated relative to the bottom surface of the base.

Abstract: The present invention provides for the use of coal liquid fuels blended with alcohols such as ethanol, as an alternative to gasoline and other fuels. The coal liquids are obtained by distilling coal tar, or by solvent extraction of coal. A further aspect is a solvent extraction process to create coal liquids to be used as a petroleum substitute. In addition the steps of delayed coking, hydrothermal cracking, hydrodelalkylation, and catalytic cracking and other refining techniques can be used to modify the aromatic coal liquids, making them more aliphatic and hence more similar to petroleum. A preferred embodiment of the coal liquid gasoline substitute is comprised of 85% ethanol and 15% coal-derived counterparts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to alkanolamide-containing compositions, and more particularly to alkanolamide-containing compositions formed by the reaction of a fatty acid and diethanolamine (DEA) which contain low levels of undesirable by-products. Such compositions are particularly suitable for use as fuel additives.

Abstract: A process for producing a fuel product from biomass that includes providing a biomass feedstock to a high-shear mixer, mixing the biomass feedstock in the mixer in the absence of oxygen and under conditions sufficient to undergo liquefaction, and re-circulating and blending the liquefied biomass with the biomass feedstock.

Abstract: A flamer may be used to sterilize poultry litter, soil, concrete, etc. The stationary or mobile flamer disclosed comprises a hood to contain the heat, an external frame, and burners. A fuel tank may be carried on the flamer or on a tractor. An additional embodiment provides for mounting the flamer on wheels, permitting the unit to be towed by a truck, four-wheeler, tractor, etc. The burners are adjustable as to angle, and fueling rate. A pressure in the fuel system is controlled by selectively switching between the liquid and vaporous components of the fuel. By limiting how low the pressure may fall, the flow of fuel from the tank to the torches is more consistent.

Abstract: A sheet mulch assembly includes a sheet mulch; an irrigation conduit attached to and carried by the sheet mulch; and at least one carrier substrate coupled with the conduit. Each carrier substrate carries at least one seed.

Abstract: A soil cover device that removably secures to a plant container to restrict access to soil by children and pets, while facilitating the passage of air, water, and fertilizer to the soil through a plurality of openings. The soil cover device includes a plurality of partition members that removably secure with anchors, which partially imbed into the soil. When assembled, the partition members form an aperture for a plant to extend therethrough.

Abstract: A gardening apparatus that isolates a targeted plant for spraying of chemicals such as herbicides, while protecting desired vegetation in proximity to the targeted plant. The gardening apparatus can be held and operated in one hand, while the other hand is used to operate a sprayer. The apparatus includes an elongated shaft that permits a user to spray a targeted plant from a safe distance such as in an erect position. Located at the distal end of the shaft is a shield, and on the opposite proximal end of the shaft is a hand control mechanism for adjusting the opening and closing of the shield around a plant stem. The adjustability of the opening/closing of the shield through the hand control mechanism permits targeting of different sized stems as the shield can be adjustably configured to surround the stem, whether thick or thin, without having to touch the targeted plant by hand.

Abstract: A planter is fabricated to be suspended from a wall, window, or other partition. The planter generally includes a planter element for holding a flower or plant, a planter casing which supports the planter element, and a suspension member for mounting the planter to the partition. The planter casing is open on top to allow planter elements to be placed therein, and has perforated sides which allow visual inspection of the contents within the sides. The planter may also have two or more recessed portions in which the planters can be positioned. The recessed portions can be parallel may have a saddlebag appearance. The suspension member may partially separate the recessed portions, and allow some overlap between the recessed portions. Dual-function elements may also be added to provide structural and ornamental features to the planter casing, and may further be selectively added to complement decorative features of the partition.

Abstract: A flower bouquet holder is cone shaped and has a support bracket for attaching the holder to a shopping cart. The holder can have a water-tight bottom portion for holding water supplied to the flowers while in the holder. The holder can also have an open bottom, with a removable insert placed in the bottom to prevent escape of the flowers or water supplied to the flowers. The support bracket can provide a permanent or temporary attachment to the shopping cart. The flower holder can be stored on a display stand arranged to accommodated stacked flower holders in an inverted or upright position. The display stand can be provided with display information for shoppers related to use of the flower holders. The flower holders are generally weather resistant for indoor and outdoor use.

Abstract: A device and method 10 for arranging flowers include a flower chart 12 for determining stem lengths for primary and secondary flower 14 and 16, a flower holder 18 for securing end portions 20 of stems 22 of the primary and secondary flowers 14 and 16, and a stem template 24 for marking portions of the flower holder 18 such that the disposition of each primary and secondary flower 14 and 16 in a flower arrangement 26, is predetermined by inserting an end portion 20 of a stem 22 of each primary and secondary flower 14 and 16 into a cooperating marked portion of the flower holder 18.

Abstract: A multi-functional 2-piece bouquet holder that shortens the time required to construct a floral bouquet and provides dual uses for the floral portion and the handle portion. The 2-piece hand-held floral bouquet holder comprises a handle portion and a head portion that are releasably connected together. The handle portion includes a replaceable re-hydration cartridge that allows for selected re-hydration of the flowers in the bouquet. When the head portion is not attached to the handle, the head portion can be attached to an adjustable stand, a storage unit or to a display unit. The adjustable stand assists in construction of the floral bouquet by allowing the florist to place the head portion in any desired position. The present bouquet holder also includes an attachment device that allows functional accessories to be added to the bouquet. A full line of accessories can also be provided for attachment to the bouquet.

Abstract: A temporary apparatus to prevent damage to structures such as screen enclosures during high winds. The apparatus uses a proprietary bracket specifically designed for target structure members that is permanently attached to the structural member, a ground anchor, which may be any permanent or temporary fixture that may be used as a ground anchor; and any tie-down material or method that may be used to temporarily tie said bracket to said ground anchor. Alternatively, a temporary apparatus to prevent damage to trees or poles during high winds or other vulnerable times. The apparatus uses a proprietary bracket specifically designed for structural members that may be permanently or temporarily attached, and the whole is secured with similar anchors and temporary tie-down materials. The bracket is so designed that it increases its grip on the structural member as wind loading increases.

Abstract: A light-weight plant sheet including plant pieces between a base sheet and a top sheet is able to make growth by tearing the base sheet and top sheet, each having a mesh structure. The top sheet contains a paste to adhere the top sheet to the base sheet and to hold the plant pieces, and such a paste comes out of the fibers of the sheet when wet during the manufacturing process. When the plant sheet is placed on the desired surface, the plant pieces can grow using water and nutrition provided from the surface of the construction site and absorbed by the top sheet and the base sheet.

Abstract: A method for producing baby leaf lettuce is disclosed. The invention relates to using dwarf lettuce plants for baby leaf lettuce production in the field and in the greenhouse instead of non-dwarf conventional lettuce. The invention further relates to planting dwarf lettuce seed at a high density in the field and harvesting dwarf baby leaf lettuce leaves over a longer period of time than that for non-dwarf conventional lettuce.

Abstract: A plant package having a collapsible and/or erectable shape-sustaining container and at least one of a flower pot, a floral grouping, a plant, a propagule, growing medium and a floral holding material disposed in the container. The container having a substantially erect condition and substantially collapsed condition. The collapsible and/or erectable shape-sustaining container is provided with at least one condition modifying element to facilitate erecting and/or collapsing the container.

Abstract: A plant package having a collapsible and/or erectable shape-sustaining container and at least one of a flower pot, a floral grouping, a plant, a propagule, growing medium and a floral holding material disposed in the container. The container having a substantially erect condition and substantially collapsed condition and provided with at least one condition modifying element to facilitate erecting and/or collapsing the container.

Abstract: A plant watering/food dispersing system to enable plants to be watered automatically. The system may be co-located with each pot. The owner of the plant may not have to remember periodic watering of the plant. A timer may control the system. Water/plant food may be pumped from a container to the plant. In one embodiment, the container may hold water or water/plant food. In another, the container may be placed beside a pot, which may be useful for consumers who already own pots. In another embodiment, the timer and container may be placed in a hole within the pot to hide the system. This may be useful for a plant on a foyer table. In another embodiment, multiple hoses may be used to water plants in multiple pots. In another embodiment, the timer may be an electric timer. An alternative embodiment may be a solar timer or a battery operated timer. Overall, the system may be useful to water plants on a regular basis automatically.

Abstract: This invention refers to a mold for use on the bottoms of flower pots, characterized in that the mold has a height of at least 5% of the height of the flower pot and its top side has a surface area, which, when in use, is at least 25% of the cross-sectional surface area of the flower pot at the level of its top side, and it refers to the use of such a mold in a flower pot to prevent accumulations of water and excessive moisture in the root area and to a flower pot in which such a mold is integrated.

Abstract: A liquid micronutirent elicitor involving a cell to cell signal transduction system within a plant which is applied to propagules (seed and/or plant) causes natural defensive responses to be produced by the seed and/or plant. This substance may exist as a seed coating, irrigation water, and/or foliar spray for a period of time so that the propagules may have enhanced disease control until the propagule develops sufficiently to fend for itself against parasitic nematodes. The benefits of incorporating the solution include increased vigor, blooms, and harvests. Crops include legumes including soybeans, as well as wheat, canola, corn, peanuts, sunflowers, peppers, tomatoes, grapes, and potatoes.

Abstract: A gas separation or gas transportation process forms a gas hydrate from an aqueous feed and a gas feed having a hydrate P-T stability envelope. While in the presence of the aqueous feed, the gas feed is initially pressurized to an operating pressure and cooled to an operating temperature which are inside the hydrate P-T stability envelope to form a gas hydrate from at least a portion of the gas feed and at least a portion of the aqueous feed. The resulting gas hydrate is readily separable from any remaining gas and stable for transport.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for producing combustible fuels from a gaseous mixture containing carbon dioxide, which comprises: (i) capturing CO2 from said gaseous mixture by means of K2CO3, thus forming KHCO3; (ii) releasing the CO2 from said KHCO3; and (iii) subsequently producing fuel from the released CO2 by reaction with hydrogen.

Abstract: A power door drive system is provided for moving a sliding side door on a vehicle body having an aperture between an open position substantially clear of the aperture and a closed position substantially covering the aperture. A guide track having channel and rack portions is mounted to the vehicle body adjacent the aperture. The rack portion includes a plurality of rack teeth. A hinge member is adapted for mounting to the side door and includes a plurality of guide rollers for rollingly engaging the channel portion of the guide track. A power drive mechanism mounted to the hinge member includes a reversible motor for producing a drive torque, a pinion gear having a plurality of drive teeth meshingly engaging the rack teeth, and an endless belt for transferring the drive torque from the motor to the pinion gear thereby driving the sliding door between the open and closed positions.

Abstract: A drive assembly for a sliding door is disclosed, the drive assembly having a power drive unit for providing a rotational force to rotate a cable drum of the drive assembly, the power drive unit being mounted within the sliding door; a cable having one end secured a guide track of the drive assembly and another end secured to the guide track; a roller assembly configured to slidably engage the guide track; an arm fixedly secured to the sliding door and pivotally mounted to the roller assembly at a pivot point; a pulley rotationally mounted to the roller assembly, the axis of rotation of the pulley being aligned with the pivot point and the cable engages the pulley in opposite directions as the cable drum rotates and the roller assembly slides along the guide track as the cable drum rotates, wherein movement of the roller assembly causes movement of the sliding door.

Abstract: Disclosed is a door exhibit case for either exhibiting or displaying doors. The door comprises a frame body, a plurality of guide rails, and a plurality of rotary units. The frame body has a door receiving space capable of receiving a plurality of doors within the interior thereof, wherein the received doors are capable of being extracted through at least one of front and rear sides of the frame body. The guide rails are formed on the inner top surface of the frame body and extend in the front-to-rear direction. Each sliding bar is supported by one guide rail so as to be extracted to the outside of the frame body through the front or rear side of the frame body. Each rotary unit has opposite ends, one end being connected to the bottom surface of a corresponding sliding bar and the other end being connected to the top surface of a corresponding door.

Abstract: A composition that can be used for abrasive processing is disclosed. The composition includes an organic bond material, an abrasive material dispersed in the organic bond material, and a plurality of microfibers uniformly dispersed in the organic bond material. The microfibers are individual filaments having an average length of less than about 1000 ?m. Abrasive articles made with the composition exhibit improved strength and impact resistance relative to non-reinforced abrasive tools, and improved wheel wear rate and G-ratio relative to conventional reinforced tools. Active fillers that interact with microfibers may be used to further abrasive process benefits.

Abstract: A wall panel which can be used to provide a lower, more rigid, perimeter wall to an air supported structure. The wall panels may be attached to the earth via a hinged connection to provide for improved ease of raising the air supported structure and to allow for flexing, or may be rigidly attached. The wall panels will generally be modular and interchangeable.

Abstract: A crawl space access device is capable of being placed in a below grade level crawl space entry pit, and mating with the below grade opening in a building wall. The crawl space access device includes a body member having a base portion restable on a horizontal surface of the pit. A side wall portion extends generally perpendicular to the base portion. The side wall portion includes a side wall opening matable with the below grade opening.

Abstract: A soffit structure which is a sheet member having an upper surface and bottom surface with a plurality of channels formed in the sheet members, the channels extending inwardly from the bottom surface and being defined by at least a pair of opposed side walls, with apertures formed in the side walls. The side walls are preferably angled slightly to provide a greater degree of protection for the apertures formed therein.

Abstract: A crack inducer controls propagation of cracks in set concrete containing reinforcing bars. The crack inducer has an elongated, rigid core that is relatively narrow in a direction that is parallel to outer surfaces of the concrete. The core has a core width in a first plane that intersects the outer surfaces of the volume, that is at least 20% of the concrete volume width so that a crack in the volume of concrete is induced to propagate from the core and along the first plane. A plurality of spaced cross-plates are connected to the core and a water-stop may be included around part of the core.

Abstract: A building seismic structure involves placing a reinforcement form a floor slab, or a beam and having the form secured by means of multiple locating members to the floor slab or multiple columns surrounding the floor slab followed with the pouring operation to cover up each and all locating members to complete the seismic structure that is capable of avoiding falling of concrete blocks or collapse of the floor slab that may take place when subject to extremely large force applied externally to the building thus to significantly upgrade the safety and the structural strength of the building.

Abstract: A doorjamb unit made of PVC that provides a combination doorjamb and casing. The doorjamb unit has a door jamb section and a casing section, which fits around the doorway framing and interior jamb. A seal is provided along a vertical edge of the jamb section to seal the gap between jamb and door when the door is closed. The doorjamb unit is quickly and easily installed and provides a pleasing, finished appearance.

Abstract: A jamb and casement system for a window opening defined by a window opening frame is disclosed. The jamb and casement system has a jamb that is sized and configured to fit within the window opening. The jamb has a first side, an opposite second side, a front face extending between the first side and the second side and a rear face extending between the first side and the second side. A casement is connected to the first side of the jamb. An inner covering trim is also provided. A portion of the inner covering trim overlays a portion of the front face of the jamb and extends beyond the front face of the jamb adjacent the second side of the jamb.

Abstract: An improved hold down vibration dampening assembly suitable for minimizing property damage resulting from high winds or earth tremors, typically resulting from a natural event. A plurality of individual dampening assemblies are provided, typically located one per corner of an associated foundation structure. Each of the assemblies most broadly includes a heavy gauge steel frame, mounting at an intersection between a vertically extending wall stud and a horizontally extending wall base, and within which is supported a heavy duty die spring. A threaded rod extends vertically in seating fashion through the spring, a large hex nut securing a top end of the rod while a bottom portion anchors through the wall base, such that misalignment forces applied from base to the wall are absorbed by the assembly.