Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include a windshield wiper comprising preferably of a dual blade design wherein a portion of the outside surface of each blades has a specific scrubbing configuration molded within or attached to outside surfaces of the one or more protruding blade components. The inside surface of each blade protruding component preferably has a smooth finish but for certain applications, may include the specific scrubbing configuration molded within or attached to one or more protruding blade components. The primary embodiment utilizes a plurality of triangular scrubbing configuration the projects from the outside surface of each blade. The triangular scrubbing configuration functions by engaging and impinging a piece of debris with the tip or point of the triangular configuration. The piercing small radius is followed by the wider section of the triangular configuration, which functions to split and shatter the engaged piece of debris.

Abstract: An upright type vacuum cleaner having a water cleaning function includes a head portion; a body portion rotatably installed at an upper side of the head portion; a water cleaning unit; and a flow-path changing hose selectively supplying an intake force of the fan motor to the head portion and the water cleaning unit.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning large surface areas. The method and vehicle clean large surface areas such as streets, runways, aircraft carrier decks, and the like, wherein a substantial portion of the soiled water is recaptured, processed, and reused.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner includes a housing, a suction generator carried by the housing, a bag compartment and a bag cage. The bag compartment is defined by a bag compartment wall including an airflow inlet and an airflow outlet. The bag cage is received in the bag compartment. The bag cage defines a bag cavity that hold a filter bag in a position spaced from the bag compartment wall so as to maintain a clear airflow passage. The bag cage includes a bag caddy having a bag holder.

Abstract: A blower/vacuum having an air inlet cover and a blower tube, both of which attach to a blower housing for operation of the blower/vacuum in a blower mode. The air inlet cover may removably attach to both the blower housing and to the blower tube. In some embodiments, operation of the blower/vacuum may generally be restricted unless both the blower tube and the air inlet cover are first installed. The blower/vacuum may further be adapted to operate in a vacuum mode by removing the air inlet cover and blower tube and replacing the same with a vacuum tube assembly and a vacuum collection container, respectively.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a hanger device used to suspend hanging materials such as curtains, shower curtains, or other sheet-like materials from a horizontally suspended rod to provide a barrier or for decorative purposes. In a preferred embodiment, the hanger device comprises a body portion having first and second ends; an extending member connected to and extending from each of the first and second ends; and, a fixed or removable decorative element having a connector portion and a cover portion for attaching to one or both extending members, wherein when a plurality of hanging materials are suspended from the hanger device, a top portion of the hanging materials is coupled to each opposed extending member, such that the hanging materials are positioned between the decorative elements and the body portion.

Abstract: A shelving includes two tracks, two pair of end pieces, a stationary shelving unit attached to one of the two pair of end pieces and including a plurality of posts and a shelf, a mobile shelving unit includes a plurality of posts and a shelf supported by the posts, and a plurality of wheels adapted to roll on the tracks. Each of the tracks includes a plurality of bases, each base having a rail channel on a top and a recess on a bottom, a plurality of rails disposed in the rail channel with the first rail end projecting beyond the first base end and with the second rail end being recessed from the second base end, and a coupling member disposed in the recess of the track base, joining the first base end to another base end.

Abstract: A curl spring sash shoe cassette improves upon the suggestions of U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,353,548 and 5,463,793 by providing a mounting bracket that holds an uncurled length of the curl spring and is securely mounted on top of the shoe cassette to maintain an assembly of the shoe body, the curl spring, and the mount during shipment to a window manufacturer. The mount can receive two mounting screws to resist torque caused by curl springs and sash weight. The shoe is also improved to facilitate removal and reinsertion of sash pins into the tilt lock cams of the shoes and ensure that shoe body halves do not rotate relative to each other when sash tilting splays the body halves apart to lock them in a shoe channel.

Abstract: An extended travel balance including a channel having a first end and a second end, a bottom pulley connected at the second end of the channel, and a bottom guide connectable at a location between the first end and the bottom pulley, and preferably between the bottom pulley and fixed pulleys of the end carriage. The bottom guide and top guide are not part of the tensioned parts in the channel and can, therefore, be stored separately from the channel with its tensioned parts—e.g., springs, pulleys, and pulley cord. Multiple bottom guide and top guide configurations can be mated to the channel with its tensioned parts without interfering with the operation of either. Fixed pulleys and bottom pulley of the end carriage are advantageously connected by an intermediate tensioned connector with all said parts held in tension between and by the connection of the bottom pulley to the tensioned pulley cord and the connection of the bottom pulley to the second end of the channel.

Abstract: A spring hinge for spectacles is described having a hinge part (1) guided displaceably in a bow-side housing (2) in the bow longitudinal direction and having a U-shaped sliding part (4), which projects from the hinge part (1) in the displacement direction and engages in a housing recess (3), and which receives a coiled spring (14) between its two legs (6), whose hinge-side end is supported on a buttress (13) belonging to the housing (2) and whose diametrically opposite end is supported on the web (5) connecting the two legs (6) of the U-shaped sliding part (4), the hinge part (1) having the sliding part (4) comprising a passage opening (16) running in the longitudinal direction of the coiled spring (14). In order to achieve advantageous construction conditions, it is suggested that the buttress (13) be screwed through the passage opening (16) of the hinge part (1) running coaxially to the coiled spring (14) into a female thread (11) of the housing (2) which is coaxial to the coiled spring (14).

Abstract: A sash locator for locating a casement window sash relative to a sash arm, includes an abutment structure disposed at a selected disposition relative to the sash arm such that positioning the sash proximate the sash arm with a selected portion of the sash abutting the abutment structure disposes the sash relative to the sash arm in a desired disposition for affixing the sash to the sash arm. A method of sash location relative to a sash arm is also included.

Abstract: A temporary checking device is provided that works in conjunction with elements of a vehicle hinge that remain in the vehicle's final configuration. The hinge includes a hinge pin rotatably connecting a door hinge bracket to a pillar hinge bracket. The checking device includes a spring portion that is disposed between the door hinge bracket and the pillar hinge bracket. The spring portion is compressed during movement of the door hinge bracket relative to the pillar hinge bracket from either of two rest positions. The spring portion urges the vehicle door affixed thereto back into one of the rest positions, thus allowing manufacturing operations such as painting, etc., to be performed on the vehicle.

Abstract: A retaining hinged connection, with a more simple assembly operation, having fewer components than does the conventional retaining hinges. An outside mirror is proposed to be engaged with such a retaining hinged connection. The connection is achieved in that the retaining axle component is designed with at least one retaining element and advantageously including a compression spring. This invention eliminates the use of bolts for securing the hinge assembly.

Abstract: A hinge for circumrotatory location includes a base, a locating gasket defining a pair of recesses thereon, a top cover defining a third groove in a bottom thereof. The base has a first groove, a second groove above the first groove. A retention slot connects the second groove and has two retention edges. A stop block is rotatably mounted in the retention slot and stretches into the second groove. The retention edges are capable of stopping the stop block. A pair of locating slots corresponding to the recesses are centrosymmetrically defined in the fundus of the third groove. A protrusion protrudes from the bottom of the top cover and adjacent to the third groove. The top cover lies above the locating gasket which is fitted to the first groove. The protrusion rotates around the second groove and is capable of being against two sides of the stop block.

Abstract: A pivotable bracket is provided such that a constant moment of friction is present at the hinge (4). A first hinge part (5) is provided, which has a cylindrical pin (6) and a contact surface (11). A second hinge part (12) is provided, which has a bearing bush (13), which can be pushed over the pin (6), with two friction surfaces (15, 16) directed at right angles to the central axis (14). The second hinge part (12) is braced against the contact surface (11) by means of a tensioning device (7, 19, 20, 21, 22) arranged on the upper side of the pin (6).

Abstract: A hinge assembly for use with a door, in particular, an aircraft door, that enables the door to remain substantially parallel to the fuselage of the aircraft when the door is open and closed. The hinge assembly includes a door support assembly that couples to the door, and a hinge arm assembly. The hinge arm assembly includes a first gear assembly that couples to the fuselage, a second gear assembly that couples the hinge arm assembly to the door support assembly, and a linkage assembly coupled to the first and second gear assemblies. The first and second gear assemblies and linkage assembly cooperate to move the door support assembly and hinge arm assembly with respect to each other.

Abstract: In an apparatus at a spinning preparation machine, especially a card, having a clothed roller, at least machine element located opposite the roller clothing and spaced radially therefrom, and having two fixed lateral holding devices on which work elements are mounted, first and second measuring elements, connected to a control device are provided for detecting variables linked to the dimensions of the roller. The first measuring element comprises a temperature probe for the temperature of the roller surface. The second measuring element comprises a rotational speed sensor for the roller speed. To allow an actual carding nip to be determined, permitting a comparison with a preset carding nip, a third measuring element for the temperature of the holding devices is provided and the control device determines the actual spacing for the roller and the side panels.

Abstract: Card wiring includes a first carding wire including a number of rough, pointed, first teeth, and a second carding wire having smooth, blunt teeth. The rough teeth include a rough surface having a first coefficient of friction, an attack angle, and a back angle. The smooth blunt teeth have a smooth surface including a second coefficient of friction. The first teeth are adjacent to and spaced apart from the second teeth. The first coefficient of friction is sufficiently greater than the second coefficient of friction so that, in use, a fiber engaged by the rough, pointed, first tooth and by the smooth, blunt second tooth will be held sufficiently longer by the first rough tooth so that the fiber will be pulled in a direction transverse to a direction of movement of a web engaged by the first and second carding wires. Three or more carding wires may be provided.

Abstract: In an apparatus on a spinning preparation machine, for example a flat card, roller card, draw frame, combing machine or the like, for ascertaining the mass and/or fluctuations in the mass of a fiber material, for example at least one fiber sliver, fiber web or the like, of cotton, synthetic fibers or the like, the fiber material is scanned mechanically by a feeler element the excursions of which are converted into electrical signals. In order to facilitate improved and more accurate measurement of the fiber in a way that is simple in terms of structure and installation, a contactless distance sensor is provided for detecting the position of the feeler element, the sensor being a sensor that measures distance using transmitted waves, and is connected to an electronic evaluating device.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for producing a stabilized tampon from a tampon pledget. The method includes the steps of providing a tampon pledget; providing a compression mold having disposed therein a plurality of fluid communication passages; moving the tampon pledget into the compression mold, the compression mold being in an open position; applying a force delivery means through the fluid communication passages to deform the tampon pledget into a pre-folded shape; and compressing the pledget in the compression mold by closing the compression mold into a closed position to form a folded, compressed tampon.

Abstract: A textile stuffer box includes a housing having an entrance and an exit, and including cooperating chamber-forming surfaces defining an internal crimping chamber for receiving and accumulating a length of yarn. An adjustable sliding gate defines at least one of the chamber-forming surfaces adjacent the exit of the housing. A set screw releasably locks a position of the gate to selectively enlarge and narrow the exit of the housing, such that selective adjustment of the gate operates to control axial compression of yarn accumulating inside of the crimping chamber.

Abstract: Expanded metal machine includes a stationary knife and an adjustable knife which is adjustable in a vertical direction and a transverse direction. The adjustable knife includes a cutting edge with spaced-apart cutting projections in the transverse direction. A transport device for transporting a flat material in a direction of transport between the knives is provided. A cam is provided and configured for performing a periodic vertical motion. There is a transverse adjustment device configured for adjusting the transverse motion of the adjustable knife in a manner synchronized with the traveling motion. Likewise, there is an eccentric drive provided for the cam, and that is configured for guiding the cam in a circulatory motion which runs in a plane determined (e.g., bounded) by the vertical direction and the transverse direction.

Abstract: A method for forming a capacitor dielectric includes depositing a zirconium oxide layer, performing a post-treatment on the zirconium oxide layer such that the zirconium oxide layer has a tetragonal phase, and depositing a tantalum oxide layer over the zirconium oxide layer such that the tantalum oxide layer has a tetragonal phase.

Abstract: A process for making plastic-lined metallic pipes for conveying liquid or gas includes the steps of heating a metallic pipe evenly to a first temperature; cooling a plastic pipe evenly to a second temperature; inserting the plastic pipe into the metallic pipe to constitute an inner sleeve; drawing the metallic pipe from its two ends; and cooling the sleeved pipe to a storage temperature. The pipe includes a continuous inner plastic sleeve and an outer seamless metallic pipe. The outer diameter of the plastic sleeve is circumferentially melt-bonded to the inner diameter of the outer pipe. The plastic sleeve constitutes an uninterrupted lining for the metallic pipe.

Abstract: A pipe unit and a method for assembling a pipe conduit using the same are provided. The pipe unit comprises a pipe body, a first flange, a second flange, and an adjusting structure. The pipe body has a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The first flange and the second flange are respectively disposed on the first end and the second end. The adjusted structure is disposed between the first flange and the second flange and is for adjusting the length of the pipe unit.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for the attachment of a fastener element to a component, for example a sheet metal part, wherein the fastener element has an axis of symmetry, a head part having a contact surface which enters into contact with the component, a fastening section having a thread and also at least one undercut which receives the material of the component, and wherein the material of the component is pressed against the contact surface and into the undercut by means of a first tool having a die button shape matching the design of the fastener element, are characterized in that a local force is exerted on the head part of the fastener element or onto the tool to the side of the axis of symmetry and is moved circularly around the axis of symmetry while simultaneously carrying out a relative feed movement between the tool and the fastener element between which the component is arranged in order to press the material of the component into the undercut.

Abstract: A process of machining outer joint parts (11) and inner joint parts (21) of constant velocity universal ball joints, which outer joint parts (11) and inner joint parts (21) each comprise a longitudinal axis and a number of ball tracks (12), wherein the ball tracks are each arranged circumferentially in pairs (121, 122), whose central track lines are positioned in planes (E1, E2, E3, E4) extending parallel relative to one another, wherein the pairs of ball tracks (12) are machined by rotating disc tools (16) whose axes of rotation (R) perpendicularly intersect the respective longitudinal axis at a distance from one another and are held and guided coaxially relative to one another.

Abstract: A stator bar facility including: a stator bar workstation; an in-ground pit below the workstation; a stator bar elevator extending from the workstation pit, and a coupling mechanism attached to the elevator, wherein the coupling mechanism further comprises a rotational mount to receive at least one stator bar, wherein the rotational mount enables the received stator bar to be turned from a substantially horizontal position to a substantially vertical position.

Abstract: A superconducting cable comprises N phases. Each phase comprises a number of superconducting phase conductors classified into N-phase groups. Each N-phase group comprises a phase conductor from each of the N different phases, where N is greater than one, and the number of N-phase groups is larger than or equal to two. Insulation is arranged in the cable around each phase conductor or between assemblies of phase conductors, so that said N-phase groups are insulated from each other. One or more of the N-phase groups or assemblies of N-phase groups is provided with a common electrically conductive screen. The N-phase groups are arranged in a number of coaxial groups comprising at least two coaxial layers and having a common axis oriented along the length of the cable. The superconducting cable has fewer cooling channels for refrigerant than phase conductors.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a method of fabricating a magnetic head slider realizing high-recording density at high-yields by preventing formation of a short circuit on the air-bearing surface of a magnetic head slider and preventing formation of an oxidized layer with significant film thickness which increases the effective magnetic spacing, on the air-bearing surface of the magnetic head slider. According to one embodiment, after air-bearing surface mechanical lapping of a row bar or a magnetic head slider, cleaning is performed by ion beam bombardment to remove a conductive smear. Oxygen exposure is performed to recover a damaged region which was formed by ion beam bombardment at the end face of an intermediate layer of a magnetoresistive film 5. Thereafter, air-bearing surface protection films are formed and followed by rail formation. If the processes are performed on the row bar, the row bar is cut into individual separated magnetic head sliders.

Abstract: A metallic thin plate is etched to form a plurality of keypads having hollowed portions and cut to form a metallic keypad panel having a predetermined shape. Then, an electroplated layer is coated on the surface of the metallic keypad panel. A layer of protective film is adhered on the non-electroplated surface of the metallic keypad panel, which is disposed in a mold. A plastic material is then injected into the mold, so that the plastic material is formed into a pattern layer. In addition, a plastic thin plate is prepared with one side surface printed with a displaying layer, is adhered on elastic bodies having a plurality of protrusions and is cut to form an elastic layer. Finally, after the protective film is peeled off, an adhesive layer is applied thereon. The elastic layer is adhered on the surface of the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A holder with includes: a holder body formed by molding a resin material, a contact surface on the holder body for receiving an operating object to be held on the holder body, a grip portion on the holder body at a position apart from the contact surface for being gripped by an operator, and an electric conductor extending from the contact surface to the grip portion.

Abstract: Carriers (10) holding parts (50) for assembling complex MEMS devices are transported to a central assembly location. The parts are stacked in a pre-assigned order and later released from their carriers. Alternatively, they are positioned over the appropriate location and released so as to fall into position as needed. The assembly area (100) includes a cavity below the plane of the carriers such that the parts held within the carrier drop into the cavity. Heating elements are integrated into the cavity to assist in the release of the parts. The cavity is supplied with parts by one or more carriers which are move around by any number of MEMS drive systems (200, 250). The cavity and some of the MEMS assembled therein deliver with precision amounts of materials as required suitable for biomedical applications, or may be processed in-situ, as in an on-chip laboratory.

Abstract: For purposes of assembling contact pins (12) disposed in a row onto a circuit board (16), the pins (12) are grasped via a force fit in an insulating body (20) at their ends facing away from the circuit board (16)and are supported to prevent tilting. The body (20) has a suction surface (26) for an automated assembly device. After insertion of the pins (12) into the circuit board (16) and after the soldering process, the body (20) is pulled off the pins (12), so that they sit freely in the circuit board (16).

Abstract: A rivet delivery apparatus and method which is configured to drop a rivet into a position such that the rivet can be threaded onto a guide wire and shot along the guide wire, such as to a rivet tool for broaching. Preferably, the rivet delivery apparatus includes a means to clamp the guide wire at two positions—a first position before a rivet is threaded onto the guide wire, and a second position after the rivet has been threaded onto the guide wire. Specifically, preferably the guide wire is clamped in a first position, and the rivet delivery apparatus includes a plate which shifts, causing a single rivet to fall in place for threading onto the guide wire. Then, the guide wire is unclamped, moved to the second position such that the rivet threads onto the guide wire, and the guide wire is clamped. Then, the rivet is shot along the guide wire, the guide wire is unclamped, moved to the first position, and clamped again so that a new rivet can be received and threaded onto the guide wire.

Abstract: A method for machining a board includes forming a backup board, supporting the board by the backup board and machining the board while the board is supported by the backup board. The backup board has a fibrous layer and a surface layer formed on one side of the fibrous layer, the surface layer being in contact with the board during said supporting machining the board. The backup board is formed by: forming an impregnated fibrous mat by impregnating a thermosetting adhesive into a fibrous mat of the kenaf fibers, the kenaf fibers; forming the fibrous layer having a density of about 600-900 kg/m3 by curing the impregnated fibrous mat; forming a resin paper by impregnating a thermosetting resin into a paper; and forming the surface layer on said one side of the fibrous layer by curing the resin paper.

Abstract: A circuit board for a brushless DC motor whose rotation is controlled based on data stored on a rewritable non-volatile memory of a micro-computer mounted on the circuit board includes a substrate defined by a plurality of a circuit areas and a non-circuit area. The circuit areas and the non-circuit area are connected by a plurality of conductive patterns. The micro-computer having the rewritable non-volatile memory is mounted on each of the circuit areas. The rewritable non-volatile memory is connected to writing terminals arranged on the non-circuit area by the conductive patterns. By connecting a program writer to the writing terminals and activating the program writer, data are written to the rewritable non-volatile memory of each of the circuit areas. After writing data, the circuit areas are detached from the substrate, and a plurality of circuit boards are manufactured.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a multilayer wiring board is provided. A flat surface is formed on a surface of a multilayer wiring layer, and resistive material is deposited on the flat surface. The multilayer wiring board comprises a multilayer wiring layer on whose surface convexo-concave is formed, a dummy layer burying the convexo-concave, a resistance material layer made of an electrical resistance material deposited on the dummy layer and at an area going beyond the dummy layer, and a wire made of a conductive material deposited on the resistance material layer and ranging from the area going beyond the dummy layer to a part of the flat surface area of the dummy layer, wherein a resistive element is formed at an area of the resistance material layer that the wire does not reach.

Abstract: A tool capable of removing material is applied to a turbine wheel cooling slot. Material is removed from a selected portion of the cooling slot with the tool. And, stress concentrations are reduced within the slot through the removal of material.

Abstract: A method of fabricating or reparing a blisk (10) that comprises a plurality of blades (14) attached to the outer periphery of a disc (12). Blades (14) are formed separately from the disc (12) and are attached to stubs (13) on the disc (12) by friction welding. A metal powder, such as titanium, is sprayed onto the stubs (13) to reinforce them during the friction welding process. Once the stub (13) has been coated with the powder spray, plates (20) are fastened on the disc (12) between which the sprayed coating (18) is clamped. The plates (20) restrain the sprayed coating (18) to prevent delamination during friction welding. Once each of the blades (14) has been welded onto the respective stubs (13) the clamping plates (20) are removed and the sprayed coating (18) is machined away.

Abstract: Systems and methods of applying an ozone-depleting catalytic coating to an air stream component for producing a durable surface with optimal ozone depletion characteristics are provided. An air stream component having a surface with favorable adhesive properties or coatings is exposed to a concentration of ozone-depleting catalytic particles, wherein the receptive surface of the coated substrate binds the ozone-depleting catalytic coating.

Abstract: A method of forming an enclosed fluid path in a print head includes providing a die member and a truncated nozzle plate spaced from the upper surface of the die member. The die and nozzle plate are formed on a print head substrate having an aperture formed therein. A sacrificial material is seated over the aperture of the print head substrate and joins a terminal end of the truncated nozzle plate. The sacrificial material is encapsulated from the terminal end of the nozzle plate to a surface of the print head substrate. Removal of the sacrificial material defines the fluid path from the aperture of the print head substrate to the nozzle plate.

Abstract: A structural element includes: at least one hollow metallic body (4) with a closed cross-section, an external surface (24), and at least one adhesion lug (22) formed on the external surface (24); and at least one plastic body (6) which is moulded over the metallic body, covering the external surface (24) of the metallic body in such a way as to at least partially cover the adhesion lug (22) in order to connect the plastic body (6) to the metallic body (4). According to one aspect of the invention, the adhesion lug (22) protrudes over the external surface (24) of the metallic body (4), the adhesion lug (22) being closed, connected to the metallic body (4), and having an undercut (40) in relation to the external surface (24) of the metallic body (4). The inventive structural element can be applied to the front of motor vehicles.

Abstract: A method for forming a lubricating layer, comprising the steps of a process for inserting a bearing, which has a tubular-shaped retainer holding a plurality of rollers and inserted in an outer ring, in a forming die having an inner diameter greater than an outer diameter of the outer ring of the bearing; a process for feeding a fluid lubricant including a thermoplastic resin into the forming die; a process for reducing pressure in the forming die with the fluid lubricant fed therein to remove air bubbles included in the fluid lubricant; a process for pressing a cylindrical elastic solid, which has an outer shape greater than a minimum inner diameter of the retainer, into an inscribed circle in which the plurality of rollers are inscribed; and a process for heating and setting the thermoplastic resin to form a lubricating layer.

Abstract: An insulation stripping tool for flat cables includes a clamping device adapted to be clamped to a flat cable and to provide a linear guide edge for guiding a knife holder to accurately sever the outer insulation sheath of the cable in a transverse direction. Upon removal of the clamping device from the cable, the knife holder is inserted into a chamber contained in the clamping device with the knife edge protruding from the chamber, whereupon a curved side of the flat cable is inserted within first guide grooves contained in the clamping device, and the clamping device is displaced circumferentially of the cable to sever the curved cable side transversely of the cable. The curved cable side is then inserted into a second pair of grooves contained in the clamping device, and the knife holder is displaced longitudinally to sever the insulation sheath longitudinally of the cable.

Abstract: A level tool comprising a body including at least one vial opening that defines a bore surface and a vial positioned at least partially within the at least one vial opening and directly supported by the body, wherein the bore surface is configured to enhance the visibility of the vial and the bore surface comprises a reflective surface finish.

Abstract: A head-mounted navigation system may include an image sensor configured to sense one or more objects forward of a person and to generate image information representative of the one or more objects. A bearing sensor may be included and configured to detect bearing and to generate bearing information representative of the bearing. Securing apparatus may be included and configured to secure the bearing sensor to the person. The securing apparatus may be configured to secure the bearing sensor to the torso of the person, such as to his or her back. A processing system may be included and configured to receive the image information and/or the bearing information and to generate display information representative of the one or more objects and/or the bearing. A display may be included and configured to receive the display information and to display visual information representative of the one or more objects and/or the bearing.

Abstract: This Chalk Line End Fastener, is a hook similar in size to the conventional hooks but is cylindrical and narrower, coming to a sharp point. This pointed hook can still be used in the prior art manner, but more effectively can be pushed into most surfaces without the use of additional tools, fasteners, or a helper to hold the end of the line securely in place. The design of the front of the body of this invention allows for maximization of surface area, which eases any pressure on the user's fingers as they push the point into a material to secure the chalk line. The rear of the body is designed to allow the user to lift straight up on the chalk line and easily disengage the point. There is also a lip at the back of the body which allows the user to pry the point straight out.

Abstract: A bed-depth gauge consists of a guide member, a screed member, and means for assembling them for relative movement, for effective depth adjustment, in a vertical direction that is generally perpendicular to a bottom edge of the screed member. The guide member has a pair of arms that extend laterally, at different heights, which are used to engage and follow a fixed reference surface to thereby enable the bottom edge of the screed member to level and control the depth of both a base layer and also an overlying upper layer, comprising a bed prepared for installation of paving blocks and the like.

Abstract: A measuring apparatus for measuring a workpiece (2), comprising a turntable (1) for receiving the workpiece (2), a base plate (3) with a turntable bearing, and a foundation (12) on which the base plate (3) rests. The turntable (1) comprises a vertical shaft (W) which is situated beneath the turntable (1) and is held by means of the turntable bearing in the base plate (3). The turntable baring comprises an axial bearing (9) at a bottom face end (13) of the shaft (W) which is spaced from the turntable (1). The shaft (W) is rotatably held on the axial bearing in such a way that the weight (G) of the workpiece (2), when received by the turntable (1), is introduced into the foundation (12) through the turntable (1), the shaft (W) and the axial bearing (9).