Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Calibrachoa plant named ‘Filindura Pink’, characterized by its upright to spreading growth habit; freely branching habit; freely flowering habit; relatively large red purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new variety of clematis plant named ‘American Beauty’. The variety is characterized by it's unique color combination of red, white and blue.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Erodium plant named ‘Freedom’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; strong growth habit; freely basal branching habit; dark green-colored leaves; freely flowering habit; large pink-colored flowers with dark purple-colored centers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yogreen Valley’, characterized by upright and uniformly mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; uniform flowering response; early flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with green-colored quilled ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety bearing fruit which are high in antioxidants and anthocyanins that makes it distinct from other Japanese-like plum trees that bear red fleshed fruit. The fruit is characterized by its attractive dark red to black skin color and its intense blood red flesh color ripening in mid February in the Granite Belt of southern Queensland, Australia. The trees are precocious with regular high annual fruit production.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Yogigi Gold’, characterized by its compact, upright, outwardly spreading and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and full plant habit; uniform and freely flowering habit; decorative-type inflorescences with obovate-shaped ray florets; golden yellow-colored ray florets; and natural season flowering about September 26th in the Northern Hemisphere.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named ‘DA12’ characterized by its ray floret color (when opening, upper side): Red, RHS 44A.; capitulum (composite flower head): 9.5 to 11.0 cm in diameter, with a large number of ray florets (about 110 to 150); mature leaves are about 6 to 15 cm in length, mostly compound, with 1-5 leaflets and immature leaves are about 4 to 10 cm in length, compound, with 1-5 leaflets; and vigorous plant vigor, growing upright to outward to form cylindrical-shaped plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Sunny Xena’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with oblanceolate-shaped ray florets that are purple and white in color; and have good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Sunny Xandra’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with oblanceolate-shaped ray florets that are dark purple in color; and have good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Asarina plant named ‘Sunasashiro’, characterized by its trialing plant habit; vigorous growth habit; freely flowering habit; long flowering period; white-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Sunny Xita’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with oblanceolate-shaped ray florets that are purple in color; and have good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Sunny Carlos’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with oblanceolate-shaped ray florets that are white in color; and have good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose with long lasting, novel white flowers, and attractive foliage with excellent disease resistance. It exhibits upright growth with abundant flowers. The new variety propagates well from cuttings and by grafting. This new and distinct variety has shown to be uniform and stable in the resulting generations from asexual propagation.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach, Prunus persica, tree having the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. The new and distinct variety of peach tree is of average height and of upright growth and a regular and productive bearer of peaches; 2. Producing a very firm fruit having a resilient flesh texture; 3. Blossoms are showy when in full bloom; 4. A substantially spherical fruit with skin of red color (50-80%) overlying yellow at the maturity of the fruit; 5. Very late maturing fruit of good taste; and 6. A very late maturing fruit of good storage and shelf life.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Griselinia plant named ‘Green Hedgemaster’ that is characterized by flat rounded leaves, a semi-upright habit and medium green leaves.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Osteospermum plant named ‘Sunny Christian’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; freely flowering habit; daisy-type inflorescences with oblanceolate-shaped ray florets that are blush white in color with light brown and brown-striped lower surfaces; and have good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Nemesia plant named ‘Wesnepa’, characterized by its compact, upright and uniformly mounded growth habit; freely branching and flowering plant habit; durable dark green-colored leaves; creamy white-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new Saxifraga plant, particularly distinguished by its red flower color, early flowering and compact plant habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named ‘BEGO 539’, characterized by its compact and rounded plant habit; freely basal branching habit; relatively small leaves; and numerous flowers that are bright red in color.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hypericum plant named ‘Esm Española’, characterized by its upright and uniform plant habit; strong flowering stems; uniform and freely flowering habit; uniform and high density of fruits; large burgundy-colored fruits; and good postproduction longevity.

Abstract: A shrub rose plant named ‘INTERhappy’, characterized by a combination of dark green, glossy foliage; flowers that are a yellow-orange color; and a compact form, particularly suitable as a groundcover.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Hosta named ‘Roy Klehm’, a chemically induced chimeral mutation of Hosta ‘Summer Serenade’, that is characterized by its unique variegated foliage with bright yellow-green centers and wide deep green margins comprising about one half of the leaf area. ‘Roy Klehm’ has an upright plant habit with leaves held horizontal on upright petioles and near white flowers held on erect flower scapes that arise above the foliage in mid summer.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Verbascum plant named ‘Flower of Scotland’, characterized by its compact and upright plant habit; medium green-colored foliage; unique greyed purple to greyed red-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mandevilla plant named ‘Sunparapibra’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; relatively small glossy foliage; freely flowering habit; light pink-colored flowers; and long flowering period.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ozothamnus plant named ‘40-24’, characterized by its upright plant habit; vigorous growth habit; short internodes; dense and bushy habit; freely flowering habit; and inflorescences arranged in corymbs with pink-colored involucral bracts.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Zonal Geranium plant named ‘Duemelro’, characterized by its compact and upright plant habit; freely basal branching habit; dark green-colored leaves; freely flowering habit; semi-double red purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Lantana plant named ‘Balandcit’, characterized by its orange and yellow-colored inflorescences, dark green-colored foliage, and moderately vigorous, mounded, and spreading growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Begonia plant named ‘BEGO 520’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely basal branching habit; relatively small leaves; and numerous flowers that are soft orange in color.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Cercis Canadensis named ‘Greswan’, characterized by its continuous production of burgundy colored new foliage (both upper and lower surface) throughout the growing season, its multicolored effect when combined with mature green foliage, its burgundy stems and petioles, its distinctively heart-shaped leaves, its purple pink flowers emerging in early spring, its hardiness to U.S.D.A Zone 5, and its ease of propagation by budding.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Wisteria floribunda named ‘Betty Tam’, characterized by its repeat blooming habit, its large panicles of blue-violet flowers, its cold hardiness to U.S.D.A. Zone 5 and its vigorous growth rate and ease of propagation.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct cultivar of raspberry plant named ‘DrisRaspOne’. A new cultivar primarily characterized by its large plant size, high productivity with a long fruiting season, large fruit with a medium red color and a high percentage of titratable acidity is disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Campsis named ‘TARANTELLA that is characterized by upright compact habit, glossy green leaves, and many reddish-orange flowers to a flowering stem. In combination these traits set ‘TARANTELLA apart from all other existing varieties of Campsis known to the inventor.

Abstract: An integrated circuit and method for identifying same is described. The integrated circuit includes a programmable identification circuit for storing electronic identification information. The integrated circuit also includes an optical identification mark displaying a machine-readable optical identification code which corresponds with the electronic identification information stored in the identification circuit. The data encoded in the optical identification code may be identical with that of the electronic identification information. Alternatively, a look-up table or other correlating means may be employed to associate the optical identification code with the electronic identification information. The integrated circuit is packaged in a housing, and another optical identification mark is placed on an external surface of the housing.

Abstract: The invention provides apoptosis signaling kinase related kinase (ASKRK) nucleic acid and polypeptide sequences and methods of using such sequences to identify modulators of ASKRK. Such modulators can be used for the treatment of diabetes or for delaying the onset of diabetes. The invention also provides methods of diagnosing diabetes or pre-diabetes and methods of making a prognosis based on the detection of ASKRK nucleic acids and proteins.

Abstract: Protective clothing or a lining for protection against the effects of impacts, blows, gunshots or the like, includes an inner side facing the person wearing it and an outer side facing away from the object, wherein the outer side consists of at least one layer of a non-tear material while the inner side consists of an elastic, self-supporting, repetitive geometrical structure. The structure is covered on the top by the layer of non-tear material and is open at the bottom, the structure forming a continuous system of air chambers which are closed from one another by side walls.

Abstract: Adjustable padding systems for garments, incorporating a pocket and a pad. The pocket is coupled to the garment and has a wide, proximal portion and a narrow, distal portion. The pad has corresponding wide and narrow portions. The narrow portion of the pad is longer than the length of the narrow portion of the pocket, but is adjustable in length. Accordingly, the location of the wide portion of the pad along the length of the garment can be adjusted by adjusting the length of the narrow portion of the pad.

Abstract: This invention discloses a flame and heat resistant work glove that includes improved articulation systems for easier flexing of the finger joints and impact protection to safeguard the wearer's hands.

Abstract: A water ride for swimmers is provided, the ride having a pool with a body of water, an elongated tubular chamber, a compressed air system, and a water make up system. The chamber is substantially closed at one end, which is positioned generally underneath the bottom of the pool. The chamber is substantially open at the other end, which extends to provide a substantially vertical portion having an exposed length within the pool. Application of compressed air to the chamber produces an upsurge within the pool that cascades down to produce radiating swells. The upsurge and radiating swells provide a ride having a sliding effect for swimmers.

Abstract: A dispenser delivery system for a closed container that permits periodic dispensing of a dispersant into a fluid in the container without having to remove a cover over the container.

Abstract: In order to provide a sink, comprising at least one basin, which is provided with a basin flange at its upper edge, a cover, which is fixed to the basin and at least partially covers the basin flange, and at least one holding element on the sink side, which cooperates with a holding element on the worktop side when the sink is fitted, in order to hold the sink on a worktop, in the production of which no after-treatment of visible faces of the sink is necessary and in which the cover can be freely designed and, in particular, can be configured without a dent, it is proposed that the holding element on the sink side is connected to the basin flange.

Abstract: The invention provides a convenient, compact and lightweight patient transfer device for transferring patients between two horizontal surfaces such as from bed to bed, bed to stretcher, stretcher to gurney, etc. One person can lift or maneuver the device under a patient with a minimum of effort, with ergonomic safety, and little chance of injury or strain. The device comprises a generally flat and semi-rigid support member adapted to be orientated in a generally horizontal disposition, apertures or other non-protruding handles along the sides of the support member spaced shoulder-width apart, fasteners for securing the patient on the support member, and omnidirectional rollers positioned on the lower surface of the support member for translating the support member across the generally horizontally disposed surface and transferring the patient to or from one horizontal surface to another.

Abstract: A reclining table comprising a stationary reclining plate and a back rest pivotally connected to it. A supporting member pivotally connected to said reclining plate near its free end serves for supporting said back rest in various angular positions. Said supporting member has a number of lateral slots for receiving lips of a supporting plate being pivotally connected to said back rest and in that case engaging said back rest. The supporting member is able to support the back rest at an angle of 15° at the most, for example. Beyond that, said supporting plate can be used, which will then cooperate with grooves provided on the reclining plate for supporting the back rest at angles larger than the maximum angle first mentioned. Supporting member and supporting plate are collapsed onto the reclining plate when said back rest is to be brought to the horizontal position.

Abstract: A variable motion rocking bed is provided that includes a first support structure having a first set of pins, a second support structure having a second set of pins, and a frame, the frame capable of being in a rocking motion with respect to the first support structure and the second support structure. The rocking bed further includes a first pair of linkage assemblies secured between the first support structure and the frame, a second pair of linkage assemblies secured between the second support structure and the frame and at least one adjusting mechanism coupled to each of the first pair of linkage assemblies and to each of the second pair of linkage assemblies.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjusting device (10) for beds, mattresses, armchairs and the like, which comprises support elements (12) that extend at an angle to the adjusting direction (A), especially on both sides, and that form together a plane of support (12A), and at least one drive device (24) for modifying the inclination of the plane of support, said drive device comprising at least one pivotable raising lever (14). In order to provide an adjusting device that is simple in design, at least one pivotable raising lever (14) is combined with a plurality of bar members (16A-G) that can be pivoted relative one another so that the general raising movement is combined with the ergonomic detail movement.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress. The inflatable mattress comprises a support system having upper and lower inflatable support chambers arranged in a substantially vertical manner. Each inflatable support chamber comprises a top layer and a bottom layer. The inflatable mattress further comprises an inflatable reinforcing chamber disposed between the upper and lower inflatable support chambers and attached to the lower inflatable support chamber.

Abstract: A foldable ramp of the type having two ramp sections each consisting of opposed side rails connected by spaced rungs includes a hinge having a one-piece construction consisting of spaced plates, connected together by one or more ribs, wherein the plates are joined to one another at opposite sides. A sleeve is formed at the juncture of the plates at each side, and a pivot pin extending through each sleeve connects one side of the hinge to a first ramp section and the other side of the hinge to a second ramp section of the foldable ramp.

Abstract: This invention provides a novel construction method to longitudinally offset a traditional bridge substructure to a desired location by utilizing unconventional link-support or alternative support systems. This invention describes an approach to achieve longer span length, wider opening and/or greater lateral underclearance for the needed facility below a bridge span that no other traditional bridge construction methods could provide.

Abstract: A snake feeding device comprises a base having opposite ends, an actuator pivotally mounted on the base, and first and second sets of drive rolls spaced apart in the direction between ends of the base. Each set includes a roll on the base and two rolls on the actuator for engaging a snake therebetween and displacing the snake relative to the base in the direction between the ends thereof in response to rotation of the snake. The actuator selectively displaces the rolls of each set relative to one another.

Abstract: A dental apparatus includes a substantially longitudinal housing having a distal end, a proximal end having a tooth brush attached to it, and a tongue scraper attached to the housing. The tongue scraper can be attached to the inside or the outside of the housing. It can be fully extended during storage or in a roll form. The tooth brush can be an electric tooth brush. The tooth brush may also include a light source. The housing may also include vents along a portion thereon so that the tongue scraper may be cleaned and air dried during storage. The tongue scraper may extend outwardly from the distal end of the housing, perpendicular to the housing, or in a manner resembling a bow.

Abstract: The present invention is for a duster with an extension handle for allowing the user to clean in hard to reach areas. This unique device provides an easier method of removing dust, dirt, cobwebs, and other debris from the tops of door and window frames, ceilings, ceiling fan blades, behind appliances and hard to move pieces of furniture, picture frames, and other hard to reach places. Many users, including short, pregnant, elderly, or disabled people, as well as any person having a limited range of mobility, would benefit from the use of this product. The duster with extension handle would consist of a long, plastic handle with a series of detachable cleaning heads and a handle extension that provides additional reaching capability. One such cleaning head would feature a flexible wire-coated piece that would be used in conjunction with various removable fabric covers for cleaning. The flexible piece could be bent at various angles for maximum cleaning benefit.