Abstract: A towing device capable of coupling a rear part of a front vehicle and a front part of a rear vehicle includes a support shaft, a coupled portion, and a tow bar. The support shaft is configured to be positioned on the rear part of the front vehicle such that an axis of the support shaft extends vertically. The tow bar can be pivoted from an extended position in which the distal end can be coupled to the coupled portion to a storage position in which the tow bar can be accommodated in the space below the rear part of the front vehicle.

Abstract: The semitrailer is joinable to a tractor provided with a vertical towing gudgeon, is supported at its back end by a wheeled structure, and comprises a chassis having longitudinal members and crosspieces, which define a horizontal loading platform, and further having uprights rising from its forward end. A towing bar is hinged on the uprights around a first horizontal and transversal hinging axis. A compensating hydraulic cylinder is articulated between the chassis and the towing bar. A coupling is articulated to the towing bar forwardly of the first axis, for hinging around a second horizontal and transversal hinging axis, and is provided with a bushing that is transversal to the second hinging axis and is rotatably engageable on the towing gudgeon of the tractor.

Abstract: A snow skate is disclosed which provides improved control and skate-like performance, particularly on hard-pack or icy surfaces. The snow skate has edges which increasingly project from the central flat region of the ski to the forward area. Preferably this is achieved by making the base increasingly concave forward and rearward from a central generally flat region.

Abstract: The invention describes a ski binding (1), with guide elements (8, 9) which can be mounted or pre-fitted on a ski (3) in the binding longitudinal direction (10), for a front and a rear jaw body (4, 5). A first coupling element (15) is connected to the front jaw body (4) and a second coupling element (16) is connected to the rear jaw body (5). Mutually facing end portions (17, 18) of these coupling elements (15, 16) co-operate with a positioning and fixing mechanism (14) disposed between the jaw bodies (4, 5) in order to adjust and retain the jaw body (4, 5) as necessary. An overlap width (19) between the two coupling elements (15, 16) can be varied to make an individual adjustment for different jaw distances (12). At least one coupling element (15, 16) is provided with at least two mutually parallel rows (21, 22, 23) of positioning elements (20), and these positioning element-rows (21, 22, 23) are disposed offset from one another in the binding longitudinal direction (10).

Abstract: A portable stroller that includes a collapsible frame that has two Y-shaped support units and a plurality of links which collapsibly mount a seat section thereon.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for mounting an airbag module to a vehicle, the apparatus comprising a backing plate for mounting the airbag module to the vehicle, the backing plate comprising: a plurality of elongated mounting members each being drawn from the material of the backing plate wherein the plurality of elongated mounting members are integrally formed with the backing plate and each of the plurality of elongated mounting members has a portion comprising a periphery formed from the material of the backing plate and an opening extending into the elongated mounting member, the opening defining the periphery of the plurality of elongated mounting members.

Abstract: The present invention provides an air bag module comprising; a module case accommodating a gas generator and an airbag, the gas generator having a housing, which is a assembly of a first base plate and a second base plate provided with a plurality of gas discharge ports, and at least one combustion chamber accommodated inside the housing, the module case being attached to a connection section of the first base plate and the second base plate at an opening portion of the module case.

Abstract: An initiator assembly for an inflator device. The initiator assembly includes an initiator. The initiator has an initiator cup at least in part defining a storage chamber containing at least one reactive charge and has at least one electrical connector in reaction initiating communication with the at least one reactive charge. The initiator assembly also includes an initiator retainer element connected to the initiator and a connector socket. The initiator retainer element is adapted to be disposed on a first side of a wall of the inflator device and the connector socket is adapted to be disposed on a second side of the wall opposite the first side. The initiator assembly is adapted to snap-lock to the inflator device.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of apparatus, methods, and systems for cutting one or more tethers connected with an airbag cushion and simultaneously, or sequentially, closing one or more vent openings. In one embodiment, an airbag module is provided that includes a tether opening and at least one vent opening. The tether may extend through the tether opening adjacent to a cutter. The cutter may be configured to cut the tether upon deployment of an actuator. A vent door configured to block the vent opening(s) upon deployment of the actuator may also be provided. This embodiment may therefore provided for simultaneous, or sequential, cutting of the tether and closing of the vent opening(s) with a single actuator.

Abstract: The invention provides a steering column assembly for a vehicle. The steering column assembly includes a steering column operable to adjustably support a steering wheel in the vehicle. The steering column is moveable along a path for collapsing movement relative to a vehicle in response to an impact situation. The steering column assembly also includes an energy absorber for dissipating energy associated with the collapsing movement of the steering column along the path. The energy absorber includes an anvil fixedly disposed relative to one of the steering column and the path. The energy absorber also includes a strap drawable over the anvil and substantially fixedly disposed relative to the other of the steering column and the path. The steering column assembly also includes a second strap fixedly disposed relative to one of the steering column and the path for dissipating energy associated with the collapsing movement of the steering column along the path.

Abstract: An ambulatory assistance device is provided, having a base that supports an individual in a generally upright position. A forward support frame is provided for engagement between the individual's upper extremities and the operating surface. Forward ambulation may be achieved by shifting the individual's mass toward one side of the device and then pulling on the support frame to pivot the opposite side of the device in a generally forward direction. Repeating the process in a mirror fashion moves the other side of the individual and the device in a generally forward direction. Optional platforms and foot restraints are provided for positioning and securing the individual on the base. Various base configurations are provided to adjust the performance of the device according to conditions.

Abstract: A book grip comprises a lower grip body formed with a first support projection, and defined with an upper grip body insertion opening; a upper grip body formed with a second support projection, having a lower end slidably inserted into the upper grip body insertion opening of the lower grip body, and defined with a page fastening clip installation hole; a handle installed on a rear surface of the lower grip body; a fastening string having one end supported by the second support projection and the other end extending over a distal end surface of the first support projection and supported by a length adjustment screw; and a page fastening clip having an elastic support part which supports a wide area of a page and a coupling part which is coupled into the page fastening clip installation hole of the upper grip body.

Abstract: A tubular and compressible seal attached to one tube and formed with a cowling projecting over a peripheral bead in a connector tube and formed with a radially inwardly projecting sealing ring engaging such connector tube. A constraining sleeve compresses the cowling and sealing ring against the connector tube.

Abstract: A retainer assembly that reduces misalignment of a conduit connection to a component. In addition, the assembly keeps the conduit in place on the component enabling the assembler to complete the assembly without having to hold the conduit. The assembly includes a connection block having a U-shaped retainer clip attached to the connection block. The retainer clip having an opening therein and a locking finger extending into the opening. The locking finger operative to engage a retention member located on the component to hold the connection block and conduit combination with respect to the component after which a fastener is used to secure the connection block and conduit combination to the component.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a pipe section (220) and a connector (400) that are adapted to be welded together, wherein each of the pipe and connector have inner and outer beveled surfaces and the joint is comprised of an angular alignment land (60). In one embodiment, an outer beveled surface on the pipe and an inner beveled surface on the connector cooperate to define the angular alignment land (60). In yet another illustrative embodiment, the inner beveled surface of the connector and the outer beveled surface of the pipe have a bevel angle of approximately 30 degrees, while the outer beveled surface of the connector and the inner beveled surface of the pipe have a beveled angle of approximately 45 degrees.

Abstract: An interconnection for oil field tubular goods operates in a self sealing manner in response to internal pressures which might otherwise cause leakage through couplings or joints. Each coupling sleeve includes an interior fulcrum ring fitted between the nose ends of the tubing or casing, and centrally engaging a fulcrum seating zone centered in the sleeve. Internal pressures tend to bend the ends of the fulcrum ring outwardly toward clearance or relief spans on each side of the fulcrum zone. This deflection increases the contact force and enhances the metal-to-metal seal between the end faces of the fulcrum ring and the pin end faces.

Abstract: A handheld device is provided for aiding in attaching a fishing line to a fishing hook having an eye. The device includes a holder having a first end and a second end. At least one of the first end and the second end includes an opening through which the hook can be securely coupled. An end of the fishing line is inserted through the eye of the fishing hook to tie a fishing knot. The device can also include a fishing lure extending from at least one of the first end and the second end. The opening can be one of a slit, a groove, a slot, a hole, and a notch.

Abstract: A sash lock assembly is suitable for use with a sash window assembly including an upper sash window and a lower sash window slidable within a master frame, the upper sash window having a keeper connected thereto. The sash lock assembly includes a housing adapted to be mounted on the lower sash window, a cam positioned within the housing, an actuator handle, and an anti-rotation device. The housing has an opening therein. The actuator handle extends through the opening in the housing and is connected to the cam such that the actuator handle and the cam rotate together between a locked position, wherein the cam is adapted to engage the keeper, and an unlocked position, wherein the cam is adapted to disengage from the keeper. The anti-rotation device includes a protrusion positioned on the housing. When the sash lock assembly is in the locked position, the protrusion engages an engaging surface on the actuator handle to prevent rotation of the actuator handle.

Abstract: A latch is provided for a mortise lock of the type comprising a housing for accommodating the lock components. The latch comprises a first and second portions movably mounted in the housing and a securing element for releasably connecting the first and second portions in either a first relative axial position or a second relative axial position where the first and second portions of the latch are rotatable relative to one another. In the first axially connected position of the latch, the first and second portions of the latch are movable together relative to the housing so that the first portion at least partially non-rotatably projects outwardly from the opening in the housing in an extended position of the latch, and the first portion is inside the housing in a retracted position of the latch.

Abstract: A latch device is provided for an electrical enclosure. The latch device includes a latch plate which is movable between extended and retracted positions. In the extended position, the latch plate allows a door to be secured over an opening in the enclosure. In the retracted position, the latch plate permits unencumbered access to components and mounting structures within the enclosure, such as for removal of a mounting unit. The latching mechanism may bias the enclosure door to a closed position, while permitting movement of the door, without unlatching of the mechanism, during fault conditions within the enclosure, such as to permit the escape of hot gasses.

Abstract: A system of locking a door is disclosed. The system according to the present invention comprises a releasable keeper that secures a door locking mechanism to keep a door secured to an enclosure in a locked position. A release mechanism that is operated from the interior of the enclosure releases the releasable keeper from the enclosure and enable the door to be opened and prevents people from becoming trapped within the enclosure by a locked door. In an exemplary embodiment, the release mechanism is operated by a lever that operates a pulley system to disengage the release mechanism from the releasable keeper.

Abstract: For conserving bedding material such as wood shavings when cleaning livestock environments such as horse stalls, a lightweight manure fork, specially configured with an open flat working region with relatively short tines, is combined with a highly efficient fan-type blower unit attached to the handle. Delivering air-flow onto the tined working region in short blasts under finger control, the worker simply manipulates the fork in the normal manner to remove the manure; the loose bedding material is blown off the fork and back onto surrounding regions of the stall, thus saving a substantial portion of the usual replenishment costs. The invention thus accomplishes substantial overall cost savings and environmental conservation without requiring special supervision, unusual diligence, effort or skill on the part of the worker.

Abstract: A non-contact holder includes: a body 2 having an ejection recess 3 having an ejection opening 3b from which a fluid is ejected and a tapered surface 3c gradually diverging toward the ejection opening; discharge ports 10 provided at positions adjacent to the tapered surface of the ejection recess of the body to discharge the fluid along the tapered surface in the axial direction; a fluid supply channel 7 connected to the discharge ports to supply the fluid; radial flow guides 11 formed on the tapered surface of the ejection recess to guide the flow of the fluid discharged from the discharge ports radially outward from the center of the ejection recess; and a flat end surface 4 formed integrally with the outer edge of the body around the ejection opening and opposed to the surface of a workpiece 5 opposing to the ejection opening to guide the flow of the fluid to the outside of the opposite surface of the workpiece 5.

Abstract: An automotive vehicle includes a floor, an outboard seat and an inboard seat. The floor extends transversely between opposite sides of the vehicle. The outboard seat and inboard seat are arranged in a transversely extending row along the floor of the vehicle, wherein the inboard seat is disposed at an inboard position and the outboard seat is disposed at an outboard position. The inboard seat is slidably coupled to the floor for transverse sliding movement between the inboard and outboard positions. The outboard seat is tiltable to accommodate displacement of the inboard seat between the inboard and outboard positions.

Abstract: A seating apparatus for a vehicle includes a seat cushion, a seat back pivotally connected to the seat cushion, a contacting member provided at the seat back, a receiving portion supporting the contacting member, the receiving portion including a parallel link mechanism having a fixed link member, a facing link member, first and second link members connecting the fixed link member to the facing link member, a long groove, a connecting axial portion sliding in the long groove when the seatback is moved, an adjustment mechanism adjusting an inclination of the seat back by positioning the facing link member to be close to, or be spaced away from, the fixed link member.

Abstract: A vehicle body front structure for a saddle-ride type vehicle. A side upper part forming an upper surface is provided to a front cowl so that traveling wind flowing in a longitudinal direction of the body along the upper surface of the front cowl flows below the hand grips. The resulting structure reduces air resistance by wind pressure, secures windshield performance and reduces the weight of the front of the body.

Abstract: A foldable canopy cover can be automatically extended over the open top of a container. The canopy is supported by a series of arcuate booms transversally spanning the top of the container. Each boom is secured at opposite ends to a pair of train members riding on rails running along the lateral upper edges of the container. At the end of the covering movement, as the leading edge of the canopy approaches the end of the container, it is brought down flush with the container rim by contact between a cam ramp associated with the container and a roller pin on a lever supporting the leading edge of the canopy, in order to tightly close the open top.

Abstract: An automotive convertible top is provided having a side bow which in a storage position is placed on top of a forward folding backlite bow. In a preferred embodiment, the convertible top stores on top of a rear storage area of a vehicle in a small space.

Abstract: A bumper with an override feature for a vehicle has at least one impact resisting member having at least one bumper beam with a bumper face and at least one override member having at least one override face extending from the bumper beam to increase an effective face area of the bumper beam.

Abstract: A method for transporting poultry in a coop trailer that includes a trailer section which can carry a number of tiers of poultry cages on its bed and has a vertically oriented tarpaulin system mounted thereon. The tarpaulin system includes tarpaulins which are suspended from a cable that extends between the front and rear ends of the trailer section. The tarpaulins can rapidly and easily be drawn back and forth along the sides of the trailer section to cover and uncover the cages. When the tarpaulins are fully extended along the sides of the trailer section, the tarpaulins effectively aid in preventing the birds from being buffeted about by excessive wind as the coop trailer travels along the roads. The tarpaulins also aid in maintaining a more constant temperature within the trailer section.

Abstract: A vehicle frame structure includes an outer pillar panel, an inner pillar panel and a bulkhead. The outer pillar panel includes an outer upper end, an outer lower end and an outer bulkhead attachment section located between the outer lower end and the outer upper end and at or above a mid-point of the outer pillar panel. The inner pillar panel includes an inner upper end, an inner lower end and an inner bulkhead attachment section located between the inner lower end and inner upper end and at or above a mid-point of the inner pillar panel. The bulkhead is fixedly coupled to the outer and inner bulkhead attachment sections.

Abstract: A body cover structure for a seat type vehicle provides a non-slip portion that can be formed integrally on a floor surface located between the tire housings. In a body cover structure for a seat type vehicle in which a body cover made of resin that covers a body frame is split into a front cover, a center cover, and a rear cover, and in which tire housings are formed in the front cover, a floor panel portion extends between tire housings and is formed integrally in the center cover. Non-slip portions are integrally formed on the floor surface of the floor panel portion.

Abstract: Vehicles, such as all terrain vehicles, can be provided with a frame and a fender assembly. The fender assembly can have layered fender panels attached together with a bolt and T-nut. A channel can be formed between the fender panels to facilitate passage of fluid along a predetermined pathway. A seat includes a compression surface for sandwiching the fender assembly with respect to the frame. Front and rear fender assemblies can be attached to the frame by a midpoint fastener passing through respective apertures in each of the front and rear fender assemblies, through a grommet, and into the frame. A stay assembly attaches a mudguard to the fender assembly, and can involve a swivel clip. Methods are also provided.

Abstract: To provide a stopper structure of a sun roof device, in which the sun roof device has a front slider (20) and a driving slider (30) attached on a roof panel (4), a connecting link (40) attached to the front slider (20) and engaging with the driving slider (30), and a stopper member (60) adapted to stop the driving slider (30). When the roof panel (4) performs tilting operation, a first engaging portion (42) and a second engaging portion (43) of the connecting link (40) respectively engage with the a first cam (61) and a second cam (62) respectively formed on an upper surface and a lower surface of the stopper member (60), so that the movement of the front slider (20) in both the vehicle longitudinal direction and the vertical direction is restricted.

Abstract: An interactive entertainer having a lower tray with a plurality of compressible legs supporting an upper tray. The lower tray is concave to permit rocking of the tray when placed on a flat surface. One or more supports coupled to the lower tray may be repositioned to inhibit rocking of the lower tray. The legs can fold into the lower tray following separation of the upper tray. The lower tray can then nest within the upper tray to provide compact storage. The upper tray can support a seat that is selectively rotatable or stationary based on a position of a seat lock. A plurality of interactive devices may be positioned on the upper tray. One or more sensors may be positioned relative to the seat to detect the orientation of the seat relative to the devices. The devices may be selectively enabled based on the seat orientation.

Abstract: A device (3) for climate control of a motor vehicle seat (20) with a cushion core (22) for the support of a passenger, having an upper air distribution device (25) at the front side (27) of the cushion core (22) facing the passenger to distribute air along the front side (27) of the cushion core (22), and having a lower air distribution device (32) at its rear side (30) facing away from the passenger to distribute air along the rear side (27) of the cushion core (22), having a connecting device (35) to transfer air between the first and second air distribution devices (25, 32). Each of the three devices (25, 32, 35) has an elongated hollow space (37), and at least one support element (14) in the form of a spiral spring is provided in the air-conducting cross-section of at least one such hollow space (37).

Abstract: A vehicle seating system in which a seat belt restraint assembly may be secured directly to the seat. The vehicle seating system includes generally a seat and a base assembly that supports the seat. The base assembly may be a suspension base assembly or a pedestal base assembly. The construction of the base assembly provides the vehicle seating system with sufficient strength so that the system satisfies load testing requirements and provides comfort to the occupant. The base assembly includes a stop operating at the forward portions of the base assembly to limit forward pivoting movement of the seat upon sudden deceleration. The suspension base assembly may also include dual thickness arms, internal tethers, and vertical supports at the rear of the assembly to strengthen the assembly. The pedestal base assembly may also include telescoped tubes to strengthen the assembly.

Abstract: A pop-up display suitable for use in a seat back of an occupant seat, such as but not limited to those employed within vehicles to carry vehicle occupants. The display being configured to pop-up from the seat back in response to mechanical and/or electrical stimulation. The mechanical actuation optionally being localized relative to the display such that the occupant may be required to be in reach of the display in order to impart the mechanical stimulation. The electrical actuation optionally being imparted with electrical signals communicated thereto by a switch or vehicle controller such that the display may be ejected without being in reach of the same.

Abstract: In a child seat which has a seat portion and a back portion and in which the back portion provided with a shoulder belt guide for guiding a shoulder belt of a seat belt of a vehicle from the shoulder to the chest of a sitter, the child seat is provided with a belt guide position adjusting mechanism for changing the position of the shoulder belt guide in the left and right directions of the back portion.

Abstract: A folding and fixing structure of a chair backrest, both sides of one end of the backrest are disposed with a pivotal member having a pivotal portion and a locking portion, respective. The pivotal portions are pivotally disposed on two armrests. The armrests are defined at a side of their opposite surfaces with a containing portion for containing a clutch structure, respectively. Since the backrest is rotated around and is moved with respect to the pivotal portions of the pivotal members, the locking portions of the pivotal members will be slid into the containing portions of the armrests and can be restricted by or disengaged from the clutch structures. Thereby, the backrest can be folded or unfolded stably, such that the chair will occupy less space after being folded and can be assembled quickly.

Abstract: A chair construction includes a back member having back legs, a front member having front legs, and side members, all constructed of a synthetic polymeric material molded about a reinforcing metal core, the metal cores being constructed for securement together to establish an integral reinforcing metal core structure enveloped within unitary sheaths of synthetic polymeric material corresponding to each of the back member, the front member and the side members, subsequent to constructing each of the back member, the front member and the side members, so as to erect a chair having the durability, aesthetic appearance and feel provided by the synthetic polymeric material, and the strength and rigidity provided by the integral reinforcing metal core structure.

Abstract: A seat belt webbing enclosure for a vehicle seat having a seat back and a seat cushion. The enclosure includes a bracket attached to a frame of the seat back. A cover is coupled to the bracket and extends downwardly to the seat cushion to enclose a gap between the seat back the seat cushion. A seat belt web of the seat is substantially enclosed proximate the gap by the cover in cooperation with the seat cushion.

Abstract: A cargo harness for securing an item resting on a vehicle seat with a back support. The harness has three belts. The first belt wraps around the seat back support and is tightened with fasteners at the end of the belt. The second belt, which is attached to the first belt, wraps around the piece of cargo in the horizontal plane and is tightened with fasteners at the end of the belt. The third belt is also attached to the first belt, and it wraps around the piece of cargo in the vertical plane and is tightened with fasteners at the end of the belt. The seat back belt and the horizontal cargo belt form a figure 8 when viewed from above. The vertical cargo belt lies in a vertical plane that bisects the ends of the figure 8.

Abstract: The invention comprises an ice resurfacing machine (1) as well as a system and method for maintenance of ice (3). According to the invention, location of the ice resurfacing machine, properties of the environment of the ice (3) or the position of a blade (15) of a scraper is monitored and received signals are utilized for controlling the ice resurfacing machine or the position of its blade (15).

Abstract: A wheel rim cover mounting structure includes a wheel rim having equiangularly spaced mounting slots, a wheel rim cover, which has protruding flanges respectively inserted into the mounting slots of the wheel rim, protruding strips extending from the protruding flanges at an inner side and respectively stopped against the inner end edges of the mounting slots, and plugholes respectively provided at the protruding flanges at an outer side, and retaining spring plates each having a toothed plug panel respectively plugged into the plugholes of the wheel rim cover and a stop panel obliquely extending from the plug panel and stopped at the back side of the wheel rim and an oblique face panel obliquely extending from the stop panel opposite to the plug panel in direction reversed to the extending direction of the stop panel from the plug panel.

Abstract: A storage unit providing a storage space is disclosed. The storage unit comprises a base and a panel moveable relative to the base to expose and conceal a storage space a handle configured for at least vertical movement, at least one connector configured for at least vertical movement, and a member coupled by the connector to the handle through the panel and configured for at least horizontal movement.

Abstract: A cover mechanism includes a bezel (10), a latch (30), and a cover 20 movably attached to the bezel. The cover includes a pair of tabs (22)formed thereon, each with a shaft (222) extending therefrom.The bezel includes a plurality of tabs (142) extending therefrom each with a pivoting hole (144) to engage with the shaft of the cover. The latch is slidably attached to the cover to engage with the bezel.

Abstract: A liquid container (21) has: an outer electrode (32d) contactable with an electrode (91c) of a liquid consuming apparatus; an electrode supporting member (32,33) which supports the outer electrode (32d) and is fixed to a container body (31); a piezoelectric sensor unit (35) which is discrete from the electrode supporting member (32,33), which is attached to the container body (31) for detecting liquid existing in a part of a liquid supply path and which includes a piezoelectric element (41) having an electrode (41a); and a connector (45) which has an elasticity and which electrically connects the outer electrode (32d) to the electrode (41a) of the piezoelectric element (41).

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for reducing visible print defects in printers having multi-die printheads oriented substantially perpendicular to the print media path. The exemplary methods include performing multiple print passes while alternately disabling the end nozzles on adjacent printhead die.

Abstract: The present invention provides an image forming device which forms an image by ejecting an ink drop and a reaction liquid drop which reacts with the ink drop. The image forming device includes: an ink drop ejecting data generating component, a reaction liquid ejecting data generating component, and an image forming component. The ink drop ejecting data generating component, on the basis of image data, generates ink drop ejecting data. The reaction liquid ejecting data generating component generates reaction liquid ejecting data, on the basis of ink drop ejecting data of a pixel of interest and the like. The image forming component forms an image by ejecting the ink drop on the basis of the ink drop ejecting data and ejecting the reaction liquid drop on the basis of the reaction liquid ejecting data.