Abstract: An architecture for increasing the normalized working range of connectors having arrays of small contacts. One configuration includes a plurality of pairs of opposed contacts that are arranged in a staggered fashion. The opposed contacts are configured to engage an external contact array in a staggered fashion. The contact arm length of elastic contacts can be substantially greater than the effective array pitch of the plurality of pairs of opposed contacts. Accordingly, the vertical displacement range of three dimensional contacts formed in the connector can be much greater than for in-line contact arrangements.

Abstract: A method enables rotor assembly for a gas turbine engine to be assembled. The method includes providing a plurality of rotor blades that each include a dovetail, providing a rotor disc that includes a plurality of dovetail slots spaced circumferentially about the disc, partially inserting each rotor blade dovetail into a respective rotor dovetail slot, and seating the plurality of rotor blades in the respective rotor dovetail slot substantially simultaneously using an annular blade installation tool.

Abstract: A method for machining an integrally bladed rotor of a fluid-flow machine is disclosed. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the method includes the steps of: a) providing an integrally bladed rotor having a main rotor body and several rotor blades integrally attached to the main rotor body; b) determining the natural frequency of each rotor blade of the integrally bladed rotor; and c) machining at least one rotor blade of the integrally bladed rotor by removing material to adjust the natural frequency of the particular rotor blade to a specified value.

Abstract: A fixture to facilitate positioning a gas turbine engine component. The fixture includes a stationary portion including at least one stationary datum locator extending outward from the stationary portion. The fixture also includes a movable portion including at least one movable datum locator extending from the movable portion. The at least one movable datum locator is substantially parallel to each of the at least one stationary datum locator. The movable portion is movable in a direction that is away from the stationary portion.

Abstract: A heat exchanging coil that has at least one straight length of tube and at least one bend in the tube where fins are attached to the tube with unequal fin densities based upon tube orientation, and the fin density is different for straight lengths of tube than at bends in the tube.

Abstract: A method for producing an at least partially surface-densified metallic toothed element comprising a densified sintering material, in order to improve a strength profile, a preform of the toothed element being produced with a locally selective oversize relative to a final size of the toothed element and being rolled to the final size by means of at least one rolling die, the toothed element being densified in locally varied manner at least in the region of at least one flank and/or one root of a tooth of the toothed element to produce a densified outer layer.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a method to provide slots in pipes and, more specifically, to a method to provide slots in metal pipes used to extract oil or to form slotted lines, wherein said slots are specially designed to avoid the intake of impurities while pumping oil.

Abstract: A method of forming a logistics panel for use in a sidewall of a trailer includes the step of providing a composite panel formed of inner and outer skins and a core member secured therebetween; the step of forming an aperture set defining at least one aperture extending through the composite panel; the step of securing a logistics plate having at least one aperture provided therethrough to the composite panel in order to align the at least one aperture provided through the logistics plate with the aperture set provided through the composite panel such that the aperture set is accessible through the logistics plate; and the step of securing a splicing plate to at least one of the composite panel and the logistics plate in order to cover the aperture set such that the aperture set is inaccessible through the splicing plate.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a hydrodynamic bearing (30) comprises the steps of: step (201): providing a substrate (10) with a plurality of protrusions (14) formed on a periphery thereof; step (202): placing the substrate in a middle of a hollow mold, then pushing a feedstock of powder and molten binder into the mold to surround the substrate under pressure, whereby a desired bearing preform (20) is formed; step (203): separating the substrate (10) from the bearing preform by means of debinding; step (204): sintering the bearing preform; step (205): precision machining the bearing preform to form the desired hydrodynamic bearing.

Abstract: According to the present invention a safety razor incorporates a light energy device adapted to provide a beneficial effect to the skin of the user of the safety razor during a normal shaving operation. The light energy emitted by the device has at least one wavelength in the range 200-1200 nm. The light energy device can be one or more LEDs that can be powered by a battery or domestic AC. According to a further embodiment of the present invention a light energy assembly is selectively attachable to the handle of a safety razor. The light energy assembly has a housing and a light energy device.

Abstract: In a shaving apparatus (1) comprising abase part (2) and a shaving head (3) mounted on the base part (2), the shaving head (3) is pivotably mounted with respect to the base part (2), namely about a pivot axis (43) that runs parallel to a longitudinal direction of rows of cutting teeth (39, 40, 41, 42), wherein the pivot axis (43) is arranged offset towards the base part (2) with respect to the rows of cutting teeth (39, 40, 41, 42) in a depth direction (56) relative to the base part (2), and wherein a spring (48) is provided which spring (48) spring-loads the shaving head (3) counter to the depth direction (56) away from the base part (2) and towards a rest position of the shaving head (3).

Abstract: Disclosed is a net-rotating type electric razor(10) wherein rotary safety nets(12) are fitted into openings(111) of a cover(11), such that rotary blades(14) are rotated at a high speed by a drive motor(100) while being protected by the rotary safety nets. The electric razor comprises a net rotating vibrator(13) formed with a speed reduction gear(132), a first driving gear(15) and first driven gears(151) engaged with the speed reduction gear of the net rotating vibrator, a second driving gear(16) connected to the first driving gear(15) while being engaged with second driven gears(161), upper-side vibrators(17) mounted to the second driven gears(161), a third driving gear(18) connected to the second driving gear(16) while being engaged with third driven gears(181), and lower-side vibrators(19) mounted to the third driven gears(181).

Abstract: A dry shaver has an elongated shaving head with a lengthwise axis. The shaving head carries semi-cylindrical first and second outer cutters disposed on its opposite width ends, as well as a semi-cylindrical finishing cutter and a slit cutter Interposed between the first and second outer cutters. The finishing cutter has a finishing foil which is deeply curved than a foil of the first and second outer cutters into an arcuate contour having a width less than that of the first and second outer cutters. The finishing foil disposed behind the first outer cutter comes into contact with a user's skin to make closer shaving than the first and second cutters.

Abstract: A dry shaver has an elongated shaving head with a lengthwise axis. The shaving head carries semi-cylindrical first and second outer cutters disposed on its opposite width ends, and a semi-cylindrical finishing cutter and a slit cutter interposed between the first and second outer cutters. The finishing cutter has a finishing foil which is deeply curved than a foil of the first and second outer cutters into an arcuate contour having a width less than that of the first and second outer cutters. The finishing foil disposed behind the first outer cutter comes into contact with a user's skin to make closer shaving than the first and second cutters. A skin guard project between the first outer cutter and the finishing cutter to protect the skin from being pressed excessively to a side of the finishing foil when moving the shaving head across a user' skin with the first outer cutter leading in a moving direction, thereby reducing skin irritation.

Abstract: A hair clipper has a blade block, which includes a fixed blade, a movable blade overlapped with the fixed blade to make sliding contact with the fixed blade, a pressing spring applying a pressing load to maintain a uniform contact pressure between the fixed blade and the movable blade, and a blade base for receiving and retaining the fixed blade and the movable blade and the pressing spring. The blade base has a blade holder retaining the fixed blade and the movable blade and a blade cover attached to the blade holder to cover the fixed blade and the movable blade. Further, the blade holder has a primary retainer member holding end portions of the pressing spring and the blade cover has a secondary retainer member pressing the end portions of the pressing spring in a direction in which the pressing spring is retained by the primary retainer member.

Abstract: A cutting and serving device for pizza and similarly-shaped foods allows a user to cut a pizza into slices and serve the slices with one hand. Scissors cut the crust and toppings of the pizza and a spatula-like serving surface, projecting outward from the scissors, slides under and supports the cut slices. In the preferred embodiment, the serving surface extends vertically from the pizza. Alternatively, the serving surface extends horizontally from the scissors and is inserted under the pizza to receive the slice when it is cut. Preferably, the scissor blades and serving surface are coated with a non-stick clear polymer. The scissor blades may be held together by a swivel pin or by a hinge. The device may be collapsible for easy storage.

Abstract: A self-contained vacuum circular saw is presented. The vacuum saw has a casing around the saw blade that includes an accordion type lower section attached to the lower platform of the saw. A number of vacuum tubes, preferably four, are attached to the side of the circular saw opposite the blade. The armature of the circular saw that turns the blade also turns the vacuum impeller on the side opposite the blade. An impeller vacuum chamber pulls in the dust and debris created by the saw blade and discharges the dust and debris into a disposable and removable vacuum bag. An important aspect of this device is that the motor that turns the saw blade also turns the impeller, thus making the self-contained vacuum saw moveable from site to site.

Abstract: A utensil used in eating that allows ergonomic grasp thereof by a variety of users having varying sized hands. The handle region may be looped in one preferred embodiment to accommodate the fingers of a user there through. In an alternate preferred embodiment, the handle region is elongated and only one end is connected to the planar region.

Abstract: A utensil in accordance with one embodiment comprising a handle; a serving portion coupled to the handle; a figurine coupled to the handle; and sound generation circuitry at least partially encapsulated in the handle or the figurine, wherein the sound generation circuitry outputs sound corresponding to the figurine. An apparatus in accordance with one embodiment for feeding a person comprising a utensil; a figurine coupled to the utensil; and sound generation circuitry coupled to the utensil, wherein the sound generation circuit outputs sound corresponding to the figurine. The utensil in various embodiments is a spoon, a fork, a knife or a spork. The figurine in various embodiments is an animal, a vehicle, or a cartoon character.

Abstract: A trimming machine according to the present invention has a pair of blades each of which has a plurality of cutting edges along a longitudinal direction of the blades and which are reciprocated along the longitudinal direction relative to each other by a rotary power unit. The trimming machine further has a substantially cylindrical eccentric cam eccentrically rotated by the rotary power unit, and a connecting rod having an annular larger end part slidably fitted around the eccentric cam, a smaller end part pivotally attached to one of the blades, and a connecting rod axis passing through a central axis of the smaller end part and a central axis of the larger end part. The larger end part has a bearing portion for bearing load from the blade, and the bearing portion is located on the connecting rod axis when the connecting rod axis is aligned with the longitudinal direction, and is deformable along the connecting rod axis when the bearing portion is subjected to a load.

Abstract: A grounds maintenance tool sends power to a grounds trimming or lawn edging orthogonal isometry from about an identical transport route, the tool orthogonal isometry is orientated by an upright power control handle and a three-way lateral control handle that is sometimes used as a bar arm, the power control handle provides a rear arm rest that also contains shaft stops and a power control trigger with one or more speeds to keep an index finger in about identical tool operating frameworks, the longitudinal power control handle, lateral control handle and the auxiliary shoulder harness creating a congruent orthogonal isometry on the shaft center of rotational symmetry, the cutting disk bringing the string line filament inner and outer spool out in radius to obey elasticity laws, the cutter stabilizes quickly, the guard side walls are folded to wing ends, the three main skids are stabilizers and the arm rest is a wand.

Abstract: A shaving foil for a dry shaver has a plurality of perforation arranged in an array. The shaving foil is formed in its skin contact surface with a plurality of recesses which define a thin section of reduced thickness at the recesses, while leaving thick sections at the remainder of the foil. Each perforation is configured to have its circumference defined partly by the thin section and partly by the thick section. Both of the thin and thick sections can come into contact with a user's skin for smoothly guiding hairs into the perforations to make close shaving without irritating the skin, while the shaving foil is moved across the skin. Especially, the thin sections act to cut the hairs shorter than the thick section, as wall as to raise flattened hairs into the perforations for successfully cutting the flattened hairs.

Abstract: A dual electric puncher punches two or three holes without readjustment. The dual purpose electric puncher includes a housing, an activation button, a motor, a group of three punch assemblies, and a group of two punch assemblies. Three punches are aligned along one side of the platform, and two punches are aligned along the opposite side of the platform. A gap allowing paper access to three punches is from one side of the dual purpose electric puncher, and another gap allowing access to two other punches is from the other, opposing side of the puncher. All five punches are activated simultaneously by the activation button.

Abstract: A razor handle having a rigid core and a layer of elastomeric material. The razor handle includes a head portion for connection to a razor head and an body portion. The body portion includes a first neck portion in the vicinity of the head portion, the first neck portion having opposite side gripping areas. Each side gripping area has a series of spaced fins made of elastomeric material, protruding from the rigid core. The rigid core defines a comb-like structure in which the spaced fins are imbricated.

Abstract: A sighting assembly for archery bows which utilizes optical and visual triangulation is disclosed. A directionalized beam of light from a light source assembly is impinged upon the center of a remote target from an archery bow or an arrow along the axis of the arrow while the archer aligns the peep sight of a drawn bow string and the pin sight so that the resulting line of view of the archer intersects the beam of light at the center of the target. Thus, the bow is sighted without launching an arrow.

Abstract: A damping system and method for a pendulously supported crossline generator is disclosed. The crossline generator comprises a support body pendulously supported and having ear portions and a paddle. A rotation damping device having cages each with a magnet set is provided, wherein the ear portions extend into respective ones of the cages. A pitch damping device having a damping housing and a ring magnet supported in the damping housing is also provided. The paddle has a plate portion situated below the ring magnet.

Abstract: The present invention affords a threaded attachment position adapter used for aiding in the accurate location measurement of items such as holes and studs within or on components, frames, tooling, etc. The adapter is comprised of an elongate rigid rod, an elongate rigid sleeve, which the rod slides into and is held, and a target member with a contrast or reflective target set thereon that is fixedly attached to the sleeve. The rigid rod has a thread end fitted with either male or female threads. When the rigid rod is axially located within the rigid sleeve, the rigid sleeve and target member fixedly attached thereto can be held at or moved to a desired location as the rigid rod is screwed into a threaded hole or onto a threaded stud whose location is desired. Furthermore, the target member is fixedly attached to the sleeve in such a manner to afford for the target set to be approximately normal or approximately parallel to the axis of the rod.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention provide an inexpensive and easy to use apparatus and method that permits a user to attach an apparatus to existing picture frames or other objects with various advantages. Such embodiments will keep a picture, object or frame in a substantially continuously level position or otherwise aligned position. Thus, using the disclosed apparatus, a user can ensure that any picture, frame or other hanging and relatively flat object will generally remain in a pleasantly horizontal or other desired aspect, without need for ongoing user inspection or manual adjustment.

Abstract: A measuring apparatus for determining the attitude of a work object, the measuring apparatus having a first element adapted to engage the work object; an instrument operable to identify the attitude of the first element during engagement of the first element with the work object; and a second element borne by the first element adapted to provide a measurement relative to the work object when the first element is in engagement with the work object.

Abstract: A crown molding miter gauge has first and second straight edges extending oppositely tangent from circular members wherein one of the circular members includes a Cartesian reference chart reconfigured as a concentric circular chart, fixed with respect to the first straight edge, and the second straight edge is concentrically rotatable, so that the first and second straight edges may be conformed to a wall corner wherein the second straight edge acts as the horizontal reference of the reconfigured Cartesian chart and an indicator, fixed with respect to the second straight edge, acts as the vertical reference of the reconfigured Cartesian chart.

Abstract: A triangular rule includes a rule member having two inclined surfaces, a groove and a longitudinal opening formed through one of the inclined surfaces, and a rod rotatably engaged into the groove of the rule member and rotatable relative to the rule member to any selected angular position. The rod includes three or more outer peripheral surfaces each having a marking for selectively aligning with the longitudinal opening of the rule member by rotating the rod relative to the rule member and for allowing the markings to be selectively seen by the users. A magnifying device may be attached to the rule member for magnifying the markings of the rod and the graduations of the rule member.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a bicycle saddle fit system comprises first and second supports, a substrate coupled to the first and second supports, and a measurement gauge coupled to the substrate. The first and second supports are each configured to receive sit bones of an adult human. At least one of the first and second supports is selectively moveable to locate the sit bones and to define a sit bone width. The substrate is configured to facilitate the selective moveability of the at least one of the first and second supports. The measurement gauge is configured to visually indicate the sit bone width. In another embodiment, a method of fitting a bicycle saddle to a human rider comprises locating the first and second sit bones of the rider, reading a sit bone width from the measurement gauge, and assessing a saddle characteristic based on the rider's sit-bone width.

Abstract: In a measuring tool, following operations are carried out. In a preset operation, a displacement is detected in response to an instruction from an operating section, and the detected displacement is stored in a storage as a measurement reference value (Xc). In a measurement value computing operation, a measurement value is calculated based on a difference between the present displacement and the measurement reference value (Xc). A judgment operation belongs to the preset operation. In the judgment operation, a movable member is judged to be stationary relative to a stationary member when a variation of the displacement detected by the detector at an interval of a predetermined time (T1) has continuously been within a permissible range for a predetermined time. When the movable member is judged to be stationary with respect to the stationary member in the judgment operation, the displacement is stored in the storage as a measurement reference value (Xc).

Abstract: A device for hanging a picture and adjusting its height relative to a wall is provided. The device comprises a back plate member that attaches to the wall, a riser member that slides relative to the back plate member, and an eccentric disc operably engaging the riser member to raise or lower the picture. The picture itself is hung from a hook extending outward from the riser member.

Abstract: A measuring device, such as a ruler, tape measure, etc. includes a first edge defining a first region having a first set of indicia corresponding to a first linear scale, and also includes a second edge defining a second region having a second set of indicia corresponding to a second linear scale. Advantageously, each set of indicia consists of hash marks and corresponding numerical values printed or etched on the measuring device. The first linear scale may be actual, e.g., the indicia are spaced apart and labeled with numerical values that correspond to the actual distance between the indicia, while the second linear scale may be non-actual, e.g., the indicia are not spaced apart and labeled with numerical values that correspond to the actual distance between the indicia, such as a linear scale employed on an engineering or architectural drawing.

Abstract: A freeze dryer (10) comprises a chamber (12) having a rectangular slot through which vials are inserted into the chamber (12). An assembly for loading the chamber (12) comprises a bar (32) extending across the slot to engage vials to be inserted into the chamber (12). The bar (32) is attached to a mechanism (34) for moving the bar (32) laterally into and out from the chamber (12). In a retracted position of the bar (32), at least part of the mechanism (34) is wound around a sprocket (106). Rotation of the sprocket (106) unwinds the mechanism (34) to move the bar (32) into the chamber (12).

Abstract: Apparatus for treatment of multiple articles located in separate chambers (38) for treatment with an ambient or heated, and/or treated air flow stream (44); and processes for drying multiple articles located in the separate chambers (38) using an ambient or heated, and/or treated air flow stream (44). The chambers (38) are within a container or form a container (36), and the chambers (38) are connected in a manner that defines a virtual air flow stream tube having a length in excess of any single nominal length dimension or of any nominal internal width dimension or of any nominal internal height dimension of the container so that any to-be-treated items supported within any chamber is treated with air flow stream (44).

Abstract: An apparatus and method for treatment of raw grain particles for conversion of the grain nutrients to the condition in which they are readily digestible by a living organism are provided. The apparatus includes a mixture chamber in which the raw grain particles are fed, a gas heat source, and a blower fan for providing a hot gas low through two or more gas ducts connecting the gas heat source to the mixture chamber.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a bio-mass processing system, and method of processing waste bio-mass, wherein one or more mixers mixes a bed of bio-mass material such as manure at substantially any and all locations in a defined length and width portion of the bed, in a dryer. Heated air percolates upwardly through the bed. Separation apparatus separates a relatively dryer fraction of the bio-mass material from the dryer. The separated finished product from the dryer is optionally fed to a boiler where the dried bio-mass material is burned. Heat of combustion from the boiler is used as dryer heat for drying the bio-mass feed material in the dryer. Excess heat is optionally used to produce steam, which powers a turbine, which powers an electrical generator. Residual ash from the combustion process comprises about 2% by weight of the solids content of e.g. a feed stream coming into the dryer.

Abstract: A system including: (A) a device including: (a) a platform having, on a top side, a receptacle adapted to receive at least a portion of a bottom of a shoe or foot of the user; (b) a securing mechanism, associated with the receptacle; (c) at least one sole adapted to contact a ground surface; (d) a mechanism, at least partially disposed between, and operatively associated with, the sole and a bottom side of the platform, including: (i) a motor, for operatively connecting to a power source, and (ii) at least one thrusting element, mechanically associated with, and activated by, the motor, the thrusting element adapted to move, when in thrusting mode, between the sole and the platform so as to apply an upward force against the bottom side of the platform, thereby changing a height of at least a portion of the platform with respect to the sole; (B) a sensor device including a sensor adapted to associate with a lower limb of the user, and to produce a data signal related to locomotion of the user, and (C) a microp

Abstract: A shoe heel structure includes a heel having a first hole with a thread thereon and a heeltap having a first screw. The first screw is being inserted into and engaged with the first hole. The wearer is able to remove an old heeltap from the heel and then assemble a new heeltap onto the same heel. In a further embodiment, the heeltap can be further guaranteed with a more secure fixation with the heel in the heel structure using a second screw and a second hole.

Abstract: A modular shoe is provided by a two part shoe design. A first part is an internal support structure that includes a midsole portion and a heel counter. A second part is a removable cover that is configured to accept a specific size internal support structure to provide internal support to the soft material and outsole which comprise the cover. Various cover designs are configured to accept a single size internal support structure thereby providing for interchangeable cover and a plurality of shoe designs all sharing a single internal support structure. The removable cover takes substantially less packing space that supported shoe, thereby requiring reduced storage for a traveler packing several shoe designs all sharing a single internal support.

Abstract: A collapsible snowshoe is provided. The snowshoe includes a frame having a first supporting cross-bar configured to interact with a second supporting cross-bar, wherein the cross-bars are configured to alternate between an open position and a closed position, a first supporting material configured to be coupled to the cross-bars and further configured to extend between the cross-bars, whereby the extended supporting material creates a support surface for walking when the cross-bars are in the open position; and a frame-locking mechanism configured to secure the cross-bars in the open position.

Abstract: A shoe for driving a car according to one aspect of the present invention comprises a heel part 5 on a foot sole 4 and an inclined face 5B increasing gradually toward a rear side in a side view. This inclined face 5B comprises a first face part 5a which is formed outside in a width direction and is capable of coming in contact with a car floor when depressing an accelerator pedal and a second face part 5b unlike the face condition of the above-mentioned first face part, which is formed inside in a width direction and is capable of coming in contact with a car floor when depressing a brake pedal.

Abstract: Antistatic footwear for man, woman and child comprising an upper portion, an outer sole (3) and an insole (1, 2) disposed between the outer sole (3) and the upper portion. One or more electrical conductors positioned within the outer sole and contacting one or more electrically conductive regions of the insole (1,2) provide an electrical contact between the foot of the user and the ground.

Abstract: The invention relates to a position determination and regulation system for working devices arranged on the working arms of mobile machine-tools. Said system comprises at least one sensor and an emission/reception unit. The determination and transmission of position co-ordinates (x, y) and/or an incline (?) of the working device between the at least one sensor and the emission/reception unit are carried out in a contact-free manner.

Abstract: A resilient excavation bucket for use with a piece of machinery having an articulated arm. The excavation bucket comprises a resilient member and a rigid member. The resilient member has a digging edge adapted to deflect in response to pressure from impact with a material at least as rigid as the digging edge and to return to a substantially non-deflected condition upon release of the pressure. The rigid member is cooperatively associated with the resilient member and has a connection member adapted to pivotally engage a portion of the articulated arm of the piece of machinery. At least one of the resilient member and the rigid connection member at least partially defines a bucket cavity disposed at least partially between the digging edge and the connection member. Additionally, an excavation apparatus comprising a backhoe having an articulated arm and the resilient excavation bucket operatively associated with the articulated arm.

Abstract: An apparatus and system for an expandable, hinged, multi-panel presentation. The apparatus includes a main rectangular panel, a side rectangular panel, a fastener, and an interior rectangular panel. The interior rectangular panel includes a proximal interior section having a width equal to the width of the side rectangular panel and a distal interior section coupled to the proximal interior section by a vertical hinge. The vertical hinge permits the distal interior section to pivot relative to the proximal interior section. In a first position, the interior rectangular panel displays presentation material on a front display face while overlaying the main rectangular panel and in a second position, the interior rectangular panel pivots and displays presentation material on a back display face while overlaying the side rectangular panel. Beneficially, the apparatus and system displays a greater amount of presentation material without increasing spatial area required for the display system.

Abstract: An exemplary display device includes a support member, a pair of displays slidably attached to the support member, and positioning members disposed between the displays and the support member. The support member includes a straight slideway, and a curved slideway defined therein. The curved slideway includes a slanting portion, and a first straight portion and a second straight portion extending out from opposite ends of the slanting portion. The straight slideway is parallel to the first straight portion of the curved slideway and in line with the second straight portion of the curved slideway. The displays are slidably received in the straight slideway and the curved slideway respectively. The displays may be positioned to form a large screen, or slid to overlap leaving a single display visible.

Abstract: A tabletop lazy susan provides storage space for tabletop items, such as various types of condiment dispensers, utensils and napkins. Preferably, the lazy susan includes a central opening that is configured to receive the support shaft of a table umbrella. Accordingly, when the shaft of a table umbrella is passed through the opening of the lazy susan, the lazy susan cannot be easily removed from the tabletop. In preferred arrangements, the lazy susan includes spaces in which to receive menu and/or advertising media inserts. In one arrangement, the lazy susan includes one or more spaces configured to receive easily changeable menu inserts and includes one or more additional spaces configured to receive permanent, or at least less-easily removable, advertising inserts.