Abstract: A method and an apparatus for testing the shear strength of curved core material. The method comprises the steps of: (a) bonding one side of a test specimen of curved core material to a convex curved surface of a first support; (b) bonding the other side of the test specimen to a concave curved surface of a second support; (c) mounting the first support so that it is pivotable about a pivot axis; (d) fixing the second support to a rigid frame; (e) after step (a) through (d) have been performed, causing the first support to pivot about the pivot axis; and (f) during step (e), continuously monitoring a parameter that will manifest a change if and when shear induced in the test specimen causes a structural change indicative of failure of the test specimen. A linearly displaceable head is mechanically coupled to the first support in a manner such that linear displacement of the head is converted into pivoting of the first support.

Abstract: An adjustable, torque-limiting driver for a tool having a radially extending handle that houses a cam member and a pair of plungers. The plungers are biased against the housing and provide variable resistance for the cam member. The arrangement of the cam member and the plungers reduces the wear on the various parts of the driver and extends the life of the driver.

Abstract: Method and sensor arrangement for determining a load vector acting on a rolling element bearing (1) in operation. A plurality of N sensors (8) are provided which measure displacement and/or strain for determining displacement and/or strain in one of the elements (5, 6, 7) of the rolling element bearing (1). Furthermore, a mode shape coefficients calculator (11) is provided, connected to the plurality of N sensors (8), for determining a deformation of the element (5, 6, 7) by calculating amplitude and phase of N/2 Fourier terms representing at least one radial mode shape of the ring shape element (5, 6, 7). Also, a bearing neural network (12) is present, connected to the mode shape coefficients calculator (11), the bearing neural network (12) being trained to provide the load vector on the rolling element bearing (1) from the N/2 Fourier terms.

Abstract: A magnetostrictive torque sensor comprises a rotary shaft rotating around its center axis and having a magnetostrictive characteristic and a cylindrical ferrite magnetic core disposed at a predetermined distance from the outer periphery of the rotary shaft and coaxially with the rotary shaft and having on its inner peripheral surface a coil serving to detect the strain of the rotary shaft and having an insulating cover. The cylindrical ferrite magnetic core has a pair of opposed coil-forming inner peripheral surfaces defined by dividing the inner peripheral surface into two parts along a plane including the center axis.

Abstract: A partial flow sampling system includes a system inlet for receiving an exhaust sample flow from a sample inlet probe and transfer line. The system further includes a dilution air control system for controlling a dilution air flow rate, and a mixer. The mixer receives and mixes the exhaust sample flow and the dilution air flow to produce a mixture flow. A total flow control system controls the mixture flow rate. An orifice flow meter installed at the system inlet measures the exhaust sample flow rate in. real-time. This provides accurate sample flow measurements over a wide range of dilution ratios and sample ratios.

Abstract: An air monitoring system includes a tubing having a metallic inner layer and an outer jacket to provide optimal transport of air samples.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for studying the effect of heat, wind and other physical and/or biological factors on the loss of hydrocarbons from oily sludge wastes in a landfarming system. Preferably, the invention is a landfarming simulation testing apparatus and method that can be used to simulate real environmental conditions in a laboratory. The invention may be used to study the effect of physical factors such as, for example, temperature, wind, humidity, sunrays and/or acid rain. Also, the invention can be used to study the effect of biological factors such as, for example, oily sludge-degrading microorganisms. The apparatus is also useful for treatment of appropriate amounts of waste.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for detecting, locating, and quantifying contamination in a fluid flow system like a pipe or duct. This characterization technique uses a conservative and one or more interactive tracers that are injected into the fluid flow system and then monitored at another location in the system. Detection, location, and quantification are accomplished by analysis of the characteristic features of measured curves of tracer concentration.

Abstract: A starter for cranking an internal combustion engine includes an electric motor, an output shaft, and a one-way clutch for transmitting a rotational torque of the electric motor to the output shaft. The one-way clutch is composed of a clutch-outer driven by the electric motor, a clutch-inner spline-coupled to the output shaft, and rollers disposed between the clutch-outer and the clutch-inner. A portion of the clutch-inner is utilized as an inner ring of a ball bearing rotatably supporting the clutch-inner. A ball-groove rotatably supporting the bearing balls and retaining lubricant therein is formed on the outer circumference of the clutch-inner. In this manner, an original inner ring of the ball bearing can be eliminated without adversely affecting the lubricating function.

Abstract: A starter for an engine includes a motor, a cylindrical tube, a one-way clutch, an output shaft, and a pinion gear. The motor generates a rotational force. A first bearing rotatably supports the tube. The tube includes a female helical spline on its inner surface. The clutch transfers a rotational force from the motor to the tube. The output shaft has first and second ends axially aligned with a shaft of the motor. The first end has a male helical spline that engages the female helical spline of the tube. A second bearing rotatably and slidably supports the second end of the output shaft. The pinion gear is disposed on the output shaft and is slidable to engage the output shaft and a ring gear on the engine. The output shaft has a straight spline engaging the pinion gear.

Abstract: An electro-mechanical actuator (21) includes a reverse transfer system ball-screw (20). The actuator broadly includes a frame (22), a nut (43) mounted on the frame, at least one magnet (59) mounted on the nut, at least one coil (55) mounted on the frame, the coil being adapted to be selectively supplied with current to cause the nut to rotate within the frame, a rotary feedback device (80), and a screw (44) arranged within the nut for rotational and axial movement relative thereto. The screw and nut both have cooperative ball recesses (72, 74) that define a ball path in which a plurality of balls (73) are mounted. The ball recirculation path is provided in the screw. A rod (23) is connected to the screw for movement therewith. Relative rotation between the nut and screw will cause the screw and rod to move axially relative to the frame.

Abstract: A retractor clamp assembly includes a clamp positionable about a support ring. A retractor shaft extends from the clamp and has a connector at the end with a retractor blade connected thereto by a stem. The connector is preferably equipped with a first slot limiting the side to side angular range of motion of the retractor blade stem relative to the retractor shaft, and a second slot limiting the top to bottom range of motion of the retractor blade stem relative to the retractor shaft. This allows the retractor blade to be maintained and/or positioned in an optimum position relative to retracted tissue while allowing the retractor shaft to be selectively positioned by a user.

Abstract: A driving device includes a motor, and a gear housing secured to the motor. The gear housing accommodates reduction gears. Rotation of the motor is reduced by the reduction gears before being transmitted to an output shaft supported by the gear housing. A support cylinder extends from an outer surface of the gear housing to support the output shaft. A surrounding cylinder extends from the outer surface of the gear housing to surround the support cylinder. Reinforcing ribs are located between the support cylinder and the surrounding cylinder. Each reinforcing rib extends from a circumferential wall of the support cylinder such that the angle between the reinforcing rib and a normal line that intersects the circumferential wall form a predetermined angle. Each reinforcing rib has a radially inward end connected to the support cylinder and a radially outward end connected to the surrounding cylinder.

Abstract: A gear and clutch cluster receives rotational input from a bi-rotational input gear. The gear and clutch cluster produces rotational output in a driveshaft of a drive train in a single direction for both rotation directions of the bi-rotational input.

Abstract: An adjustable socket for use with a socket wrench is disclosed that includes opposite first and second clamping units having an outer surface adapted to closely engage an inner surface of the socket and including an inner groove for securely engaging a bolt or nut, and a transverse threaded through hole; first and second threaded fastening units adapted to drive through the socket and the first and second clamping units to be threadedly secured together; and a guide for guiding transverse movements of the first and the second clamping units such that turning at least one of the first and the second fastening units will move the first and second clamping units closer each other or move them away from each other. The socket having an adjustable inside diameter is adapted to fit many different sizes of bolts or nuts.

Abstract: A locking pliers tool with an improved dual action driver handle comprising two intersecting handles and interacting jaws. When the user grips the handle forward the resultant force produces a locking action. Conversely, when a rearward gripping force is initiated, the tool releases its grip on the object. A limited amount of energy on the inventive handle produces free movement of the handle and gripping mechanism to lock or release. The system operates with a handle and stationary jaw in conjunction with a second pivotally secured jaw and internal adjustment bolt. A second lever handle rests against the adjustment bolt. An over center toggle link connects the second lever handle to the pivotally secured second jaw. A tension spring interconnects the first handle and the pivotally secured second jaw.

Abstract: A pliers-type hand tool includes first and second arms, a pivot joint, and a locking member. The first arm is formed with a threaded blind hole. The second arm is formed with a through hole. The pivot joint extends through the through-hole in the second arm and threadedly engages the threaded blind hole in the first arm, and is formed with a threaded through-hole. The locking member threadedly engages and extends through the threaded through hole in the pivot joint, and abuts against the first arm.

Abstract: Apparatus and processes for producing paper roll products with spaced core sections. A core substrate is arranged on a mandrel, and then divided into a plurality of core sections. The core sections are then separated from each other on the mandrel to form gaps between the core sections. Paper web material can then be wound onto the separated core sections to form a log of rolls. The log is then cut into final paper roll products.

Abstract: A missile launch system is disclosed that allows for the rapid reloading of missiles in support of missions (e.g., littoral warship missions, etc.) that require a high-volume assault of one or more targets. In particular, the illustrative embodiment of the present invention uses a munitions module that is capable of launching missiles and is able to fit inside a warship. In addition to accommodating multiple missiles, the munitions module accommodates one or more missile types. The munitions module is configured with a door at a breech end to provide access to multiple launch cells for the rapid reloading of missiles. The door is physically configured to define a plenum that couples the launch cells to an exhaust duct for the purpose of venting exhaust gases. The munitions module mitigates some of the problems associated with launch systems in the prior art.

Abstract: A ballistic blanket is provided and includes a pliable outer shell or housing that encompasses an inner ballistic core which is housed or contained within an inner shell or housing. Secured to exterior portions of the ballistic blanket are a series of handles and one or more attaching straps or buckles that facilitate the securement of devices such as a carrier panel. In one design, the interior ballistic core comprises a high performance fiber such as an aramid fiber, high molecular weight polyethylene, a combination of high performance fiber types, or a non-woven thermoplastic composite.

Abstract: A firearm such as a semiautomatic pistol or handgun includes a barrel and a slide with a front aperture for rearward movement of the slide around the barrel during cycling of the slide between forward and rearward positions. A wire bushing is provided between the outer diameter of the barrel and the inner diameter of the aperture of the slide for positioning the barrel within the aperture during cycling. The wire bushing is a spring-like, generally round or O-shaped member (e.g., a bent metal wire) mounted within a groove provided in the slide aperture, with portions of the bushing being bent to lie out of the groove for contacting the barrel. The wire bushing reduces the tolerances between the slide and the barrel, thereby improving operation of the firearm, improves re-location of the barrel within the slide, provides for easier maintenance, and reduces mass, cost, and complexity.

Abstract: A press assembly is adapted to be used with a disposable stackable cup. According to the preferred embodiment, the press includes a filter. A resilient radially compressible support forms a seal is formed between the filter and the interior of the cup. A detachable rod is mounted to the support. The support is sized to accommodate all radii of the cup. As the user presses down the rod, the press assembly is pushed downward to the bottom of the vessel. The seal maintains continual and firm pressure on the inside surface of the vessel so that the pressurized liquid passes through the filter and the infusion substance is trapped.

Abstract: A cooking device and method for cooking food items by boiling and by steaming is provided. The method of cooking the food items includes placing an amount of liquid in a recess of the cooking device, heating the recess to heat a liquid therein to a cooking temperature, and receiving the sidewalls of a bowl having apertures in a bottom surface thereof in the recess, in a first position, for cooking by boiling. The bowl is supported in a second position over the recess on an intermediate member for cooking the food items by steaming.

Abstract: A gas mixing system and method designed to flush produce with a gas-air mixture of desired oxygen concentration to preserve the produce. The produce is placed in a vacuum vessel, which is then evacuated to a desired degree. Atmospheric air is provided to the vacuum vessel via an air valve, and nitrogen gas is provided to the vacuum vessel via a gas valve. A valve controller operates in a first mode wherein the air valve is a fully open master valve and the gas valve is a partially or fully open slave valve, and operates in a second mode wherein the gas valve is a fully open master valve and the air valve is a partially or fully open slave valve. The system automatically switches between the two modes to accommodate changing conditions, to maintain the desired oxygen concentration in the gas-air mixture. Multiple modes are possible with greater numbers of valves.

Abstract: A strap joint rotator is for use in a strapping machine of the type for feeding a strapping material around a load, positioning, tensioning and sealing the strapping material around the load. The strap joint rotator includes a driven wheel having an axis of rotation generally perpendicular to the sealed strap loop, a first drive operably connected to the driven wheel for rotating the driven wheel and a pinch wheel having an axis of rotation parallel to and spaced from the driven wheel. The driven wheel and pinch wheel are moveable toward one another and engageable with one another and moveable away from and disengaged from one another. A second drive is operably connected to the driven wheel and the pinch wheel for moving the driven wheel and pinch wheel parallel to their axes of rotation into the strap loop plane and out of the strap loop plane.

Abstract: A method and associated apparatus designed to effectively twist and cut baling wire during the baling process. The apparatus includes a twister assembly that has a plurality of gear-driven twister heads. During the baling process the twister assembly extends from a slide housing so that the twister heads engage and twist adjacent strands of baling wire. The twister assembly then retracts back into the slide housing so that the twisted portion of the baling wire is cut by a cutting assembly attached to the slide housing.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for printing onto vials. The vials may be connected in a series, the vials having an open end and a closed end. The apparatus comprises a conveyor for moving the vials, the conveyor having a mandrel for receiving the open end of the vials. The mandrel may contain a plurality of receiving post, for capturing the vials. The apparatus may further include a vial depressor for depressing the vials onto the receiving post of the mandrel, a first offset inking transfer device for printing a first ink pattern onto the vials, and a first ultra violet dryer positioned to receive the vials from the first offset inking transfer device and provide for curing of the ink pattern from the first offset inking transfer device.

Abstract: A device for producing print images of varying lengths in offset printing, said device comprises replaceable, cylindrical format sections with differing cylinder diameters. Each format section includes a support shaft with which the format section forms a single unit. The units are replaceable with one another to change print image length.

Abstract: A self-inking stamp is filled with ink by the top thereof at a pressure. The stamp has a housing and a stamping unit which is connected to an actuating element, movably arranged in the housing and provided with stamping characters. The housing also has a drawer which is provided with at least one pushing opening through which an inkpad container can be inserted. The drawer is provided with an opening on the lower side thereof in front of the stamping unit, which makes it possible to ink the stamping characters in an upward turned position by applying them to the ink pad which is arranged in the container thereof. Guiding and centring projections for the ink-pad container are arranged in an insertion direction on two opposite sides of the drawer.

Abstract: A printing machine includes a roller which is hollow and through which a temperature control liquid flows. The roller is mounted in roller fittings constructed as quick-change devices or quick-acting closures, in such a way that the roller can be quickly removed from the roller fittings and the printing machine and quickly inserted into the roller fittings and the printing machine again, by the operator of the printing machine.

Abstract: A method for heating a gondola of a cableway system and a gondola that is suitable for carrying out the process, as well as a cableway system with gondolas of the type. In order to increase passengers' comfort when being conveyed, the floor or parts of the floor is or are heated by an electrical heating device integrated in the floor in particular while the gondola is situated in a station of the cableway system.

Abstract: A toy vehicle is operated as a track-guided vehicle and cooperates with a metallic current rail device of the track via one or more current consumers. A magnet is installed in the toy vehicle which is moved by an electric motor to optimize the traction between the track and the toy vehicle. This magnet is directed at the current rail device of the track. The magnet's magnetic force can be influenced as a function of driving operation states of the toy vehicle driven by the electric motor.

Abstract: Split wedges biased against sloped upper surfaces and the side walls of pockets in the ends of the bolster of a rail car truck are provided with non-metallic wear plates which interface with pocket side walls to reduce or eliminate pocket side wall wear. The wear plates are typically cast polymeric pads selected from the group comprising nylon, Delrin, UHMW and urethane, have a hardness in the range of between about 700° and 900° and a sliding coefficient of friction of about 0.10 to about 0.30. The pads are mounted in recesses within the sidewalls of the wedges and are held in place by means such as threaded fasteners for ease of replacement.

Abstract: A mechanism for selectively operating hopper doors of a railroad car. A fulcrum coupled to the operating cylinder includes channels within which levers can be selectively activated to open specific doors of the car, thus allowing the contents of the railcar to be sequentially emptied. The mechanism can be installed on railcars having either transverse hopper doors or longitudinal hopper doors.

Abstract: A horizontal rotary hook for a sewing machine includes a bobbin case holder accommodating a bobbin, a rotating hook made of a synthetic resin, and accommodating the bobbin case holder and rotated in a predetermined direction, the rotating hook including a peripheral wall and a peripheral end, a needle-thread passing opening formed in the peripheral wall of the rotating hook so as to be defined at least by a peripheral end of the peripheral wall, and a reinforcing rib provided on the peripheral wall of the rotating hook so as to be located in the vicinity of the peripheral end defining the needle-thread passing opening.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting docking of a marine vessel includes a distance measuring unit which measures a distance between the marine vessel and a candidate docking site, a distance measurement controlling unit which controls the distance measuring unit to measure distances between the marine vessel and at least three measurement points defined around the candidate docking site, a configuration evaluating unit which evaluates the configuration of the candidate docking site based on the distances between the marine vessel and the at least three measurement points, and a docking suitability judging unit which judges, based on the result of the evaluation, whether or not the candidate docking site is suitable for docking of the marine vessel.

Abstract: An offset anchoring system for anchoring objects to a floor of a body of water includes T-shaped anchor members arranged in a cluster. Each anchor member having an elongate first and second beams. The second beam, having longitudinal ends, extends transverse to the first beam. The first beam being disposable in the floor. The system also includes a coupling member to which the anchor members being coupled at respective longitudinal ends such that the substantially T-shaped anchor members are arranged in a cluster with the coupling member being disposed substantially centrally of the anchor members and with the second beams extending substantially radially of the coupling member. When the first beams are driven into the floor and a load is applied to the coupling member, the load is offset from a longitudinal axis of each the first beam thereby increasing the holding power of the anchoring system.

Abstract: A folding top assembly for watercraft of other vehicles includes a pair of struts pivotally mounted on actuator housings on opposite sides of the watercraft. The struts support a canvas covering and are moved by the actuators from a folded position in which the canvas covering and the struts are folded at the rear of the boat to an intermediate radar position in which the struts and canvas top are still folded against one another but are deployed in a raised position. One of the struts is maintained in the intermediate position when the top is moved into the fully deployed position, while the other strut is pivoted relative to the one strut. The actuators include a housing defining a bore therewithin, a piston or shuttle slidable in the bore, and a driving mechanism drivingly connecting the piston of each actuator with the struts so that movement of the piston in the bore pivots said struts relative to the piston.

Abstract: A convertible table system for providing a table and then being convertible to a seat on a boat includes a pedestal being mounted to and extending upwardly from a deck of the boat. A conversion assembly is mounted to the pedestal to position the conversion assembly above the deck. The conversion assembly is actuatable between a table position and a chair position.

Abstract: Apparatus 10 discloses a tailgate position indication marker 38 that is mounted to the rear upper portion of a vehicle 14 tailgate 18 and is provided in two embodiments 11, 12. The first embodiment 11 comprises a polymeric structure having a 1½ inch horizontal offset 26 in the center, the bottom 1½ inch long vertical portion 28 of the marker would secure to the tailgate 18 at the top inside edge with two self tapping screws 36 or tape 42. The device 11 extends outward over the top of the tailgate 18 and then angles back upward to serve as a clear visual marker for the truck operator 24 looking backward through the rear window. The second embodiment 12 would be a 3 inch tall upright 30 marker 38 that includes a 1½ inch tall extension or offset 32 at the front bottom side. This variation 12 is mounted from the upper outside edge of an upright tailgate 18.

Abstract: In an acoustic horn of the type wherein a resiliently flexible membrane is stretched across an edge of a tube and vibrated by pressurized fluid forced between the tube edge and a first surface of the membrane into the tube, a positionally adjustable end cap is disposed over the membrane to permit the frequency of vibration of the membrane to be adjusted as a function of the position of the end cap relative to the membrane. The end cap position selectively limits the amount of displacement of the membrane. In addition, the end cap positional adjustability permits selectively control of the force urging the membrane against the tube edge in opposition to the pressurized fluid.

Abstract: A display device fabricating apparatus includes a radio frequency generator and a vacuum chamber. A first electrode and a second electrode that receive power from the radio frequency generator form a plasma using a gas inside the vacuum chamber. A power supply line supplies power to the first electrode from the radio frequency generator. A refrigerating part uses a refrigerant other than air in order to remove the heat generated from the power supply line. The refrigerant is circulated through a system that cools the refrigerant below the ambient external temperature before the refrigerant is used to cool the power supply line and re-cool or re-liquefy the refrigerant that has been heated by the power supply line.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method, composition and kit for preventing spoilage of feed in a bird feeder by use of a spoilage reducing composition that comprises an effective amount of a moisture absorbing material, an optional support material, and an optional functional additive that are formed into a shaped body that is combined with an bird feeder, bird feed and/or bird seed to effectively absorb water and water vapor thereby reducing spoilage of feed.

Abstract: A system and method for the sorting of livestock including a livestock processing station, a computer network system, and a trolley system. The livestock processing station confines the individual livestock, allowing individual livestock data to be collected and analyzed. The computer network system includes a first computer for data input at the livestock processing station and a second computer coupled to the first computer via a computer network, the second computer for storing and analyzing individual livestock data and assigning livestock to pens. The trolley system is controlled by the computer network system for transporting livestock from the livestock processing station to the assigned livestock pen. Such system includes a plurality of trolley cars for containing livestock and a conveyor system coupled to the plurality of trolley cars for transporting livestock to the assign livestock pen.

Abstract: A system for tracking the laboratory animal position and movement in a walled enclosure or cage for observation and evaluation is disclosed. The system consists of a plate placed on the bottom of the cage whereon multiple electrodes are configured as column-row two-dimensional electrode array, an electronic circuit detecting and measuring the capacitance between said electrodes, and a microprocessor determining the animal's location. The electronic circuit repeatedly measures the capacitance between the electrodes in a sequential manner. The animal's location and movement is determined by detecting the changes in capacitance on said plate.

Abstract: The cage comprises a metal support framework and plastic panels that define trays for containing live-poultry. Horizontal floor panels of the trays are domed and slitted to prevent pooling of water. Vertical fence panels are formed as open lattice boxes, combining good containment with good ventilation. Openable doors for the trays have a double-detent camming action, whereby the doors snap to open or snap to closed, whichever is closer. The cage is lifted on/off a truck with a fork lift.

Abstract: A calf catching apparatus that attaches to an ATV or similar vehicle and operates along the side of the vehicle. The calf catching apparatus has a pair of doors or gates that open to the front and are operated from ATV. The operator drives along side the cow/calf pair until the calf is inside the pen. The gates are closed and the calf is caught and separated from the cow. The operator can enter into the pen and treat the calf. If the calf needs to be transported, the calf is placed on a transportation platform and a gate is closed to restrain the calf on the platform. The calf catching apparatus can also be transformed to a tow behind version to minimize the width and bring the unit down the road behind a vehicle. There is also a fold-up embodiment that allows for the pen to be folded beside the ATV to reduce the overall width of the ATV and calf catching apparatus for traveling through narrow openings or on roads without unhooking from the ATV.

Abstract: A method of washing an object using a pressurized water source includes combining a cleaning fluid and the pressurized water and diffusing pressurized air into the combined cleaning fluid and pressurized water. The combined cleaning fluid and pressurized water diffused with the pressurized air is applied to the object. The cleaning fluid may also be carbonated and combined with the pressurized water prior to diffusing pressurized air into this combined mixture. The object being washed may, for example, be an animal such as a dog.

Abstract: An animal toy features the ability to connect two or more separate toys of varying shape, size, color, and/or texture, together to create larger and more complex toy systems. The animal toy allows an almost endless variety of toy systems to capture the interest as well as challenge and develop the animal's problem solving skills. The animal toys are either solid or include internal chambers for holding and ultimately dispensing food. When two or more toys with the internal chambers are combined the food may flow from the chamber of one toy into another toy several times before exiting the toy system. The increased problem of extracting the food challenges and develops the animal's skills. Morever, by combining solid and food dispensing toys in random combinations further increases the problem solving skills required to completely extract the food from the toy system.

Abstract: The stabilizer for shoeing a horse is trailer-style apparatus for securely holding horses for close work such as shoeing operations or veterinary procedures. The unit consists of an open-back rectangular perimeter frame with a trailer hitch assembly and an outboard-mounted wheel assembly on each side. The support frame consists of a vertical support in each corner connected by an upper and lower horizontal support on the front, right and left sides and an upper support on the rear side. Mounted in the center of the right and left sides are adjustable retainer bars which slide horizontally inward to restrain the sides of the horse. Elongated spines with retention notches are mounted upon the retainer bars and allow the handler to attach a number of chains for further restraint purposes. An underbelly harness, a back restraint strap, and a neck restraint strap are also connected to the spines and restraint bars.