Abstract: A portable working machine according to the present invention has a cover member detachably attached to a working machine body, includes a bolt member vertically provided to a working machine body, a detachable cover member having a through-hole and attached to the working machine body by inserting the bolt member through the through hole, a fixing member which is screwed with the bolt member and fixes the cover member to the working machine body, and a holding member which is attached to an outer surface of the cover member while having a predetermined gap space between the holding member and the outer surface of the cover member and holds the fixing member on an outer side of the cover member to prevent drop of the fixing member of which fastening to the bolt member is released.

Abstract: To provide an operation lever including a first lever that has a base end portion swingably supported to a peripheral portion of a nut member for fastening a guide bar in a chain saw, and a second lever that is engaged with the first lever in a manner slidable in an axial direction. The operation lever can be placed in a receiving portion of the nut member with an axial length thereof shortened, and can be manipulated to rotate the nut member by being gripped on an outer end portion of the second lever in a state in which the operation lever is lifted out from the receiving portion and the axial length is lengthened. Thus, a sufficient fastening force for the guide bar can be obtained, and operability can be improved.

Abstract: In a chain saw, an operating shaft member axially rotated by a manual operation of a rotating lever is disposed so that an axial direction thereof may be inclined against an attaching surface of a guide bar in which a saw chain is wound around a circumference thereof, a driving bevel gear attached to an end portion of the operating shaft member meshes with a driven bevel gear attached to an end portion of a rotating shaft member, and the rotating shaft member is axially rotated. Thus, the guide bar is moved in a longitudinal direction thereof to adjust tension of the saw chain.

Abstract: The instant application discloses, among other things, a Seal Cutter, which may allow a user to cut along the inner edge of the seal on a container, for example, a food jar, for easy removal of the seal and access to the container's contents. In one embodiment, the Seal Cutter may comprise a handle configured to fit within the user's hand. It may have a blade, or other cutting device, attached to the bottom surface of the handle. The Seal Cutter may also have a housing compartment which may hold an elongated plunger and a spring. When the user presses the plunger face plate against the edge of a container, the blade may become exposed and may be used to cut along the inner edge of the container's seal for easy removal.

Abstract: The inventions disclosed herein relate to multi-offset scribe tools and uses thereof for finish carpentry, precision woodworking, and any other crafts or manufacturing processes requiring one to connect two objects via surfaces that are not precisely matched.

Abstract: This detection device is configured from a gear mechanism (1) provided with first to third counter-shaft gears that mesh with a main-shaft gear (10b), and has a relationship in which the difference between the numbers of teeth of the main-shaft gear and the first counter-shaft gear is two or an integer (a) exceeding two, the difference between the numbers of teeth of the main-shaft gear and the second counter-shaft gear is one, and the number of teeth of the first counter-shaft gear is an integral multiple of the product of the difference of the number of teeth thereof from that of the main-shaft gear and the shaft angle multiplier of a main shaft detector. The detected values of angle detectors (RS0-RS3) are given as digitized angle detected values (P0(4X), P1(1X), P2(1X), P3(1X)) to a multi-turn arithmetic circuit (25). The determination region of the detected value (P0(4X)) of a main shaft is determined, and the rotation angle of the main shaft is found.

Abstract: An adjustable combination square includes a longitudinally extending blade slidably received within a slot in a head. A movable clamping member is engaged with the blade, and a biasing member acts on the clamping member to normally bias the clamping member toward an engaged position in which the blade is engaged against a surface of the slot. A manually operable pivotable actuator arrangement is carried by the head. Actuation of the pivotable actuator arrangement applies a force to the clamping member that works against the biasing member so as to selectively move the clamping member away from the engaged position to enable the blade to be moved axially relative to the head. Releasing the pivotable actuator arrangement releases the force so that the biasing member returns the clamping member to the engaged position to maintain the blade in position relative to the head.

Abstract: A method of operating an articulated arm CMM is provided. Instructions for the CMM can be inputted to the CMM arm by an action chosen from the group consisting of placing the arm in a predefined position and moving the arm in a predefined manner.

Abstract: A testing device includes a position assembly, a benchmark assembly, and a measuring assembly. The position assembly includes a fixing base and a position member movably mounted on the fixing base. The benchmark assembly includes a mounting base oppositely configured to the fixing base, and a benchmark member rotatably positioned on the mounting base. The measuring assembly is positioned on the mounting base. The benchmark member includes a rotating portion and a locating portion coaxially connected with the rotating portion, the rotating portion is movably received in the mounting base, the locating portion protrudes from the mounting base and facing the position member. The measuring assembly includes a loading member movably positioned on the mounting base and a gauge mounted on the loading member.

Abstract: A measuring device includes a measuring platform, a length measuring mechanism, a width measuring mechanism, a segment difference measuring mechanism, and a controller. The measuring platform includes a fixing board and a support bracket mounted on the fixing board. The length measuring mechanism is mounted on the fixing board for measuring a length of a workpiece. The width measuring mechanism is mounted on the fixing board for measuring a width of the workpiece. The segment difference measuring mechanism for measuring a segment difference, includes a first measuring assembly and a second measuring assembly. Both the first measuring assembly and second measuring assembly include a sensor, a measuring member movably passing through the sensor, and a driver connected to the measuring member. The controller is electrically connected with the length measuring mechanism, the width measuring mechanism, the sensor of the first measuring assembly, and the sensor of the second measuring assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring a backlash in a specimen gear is provided. The apparatus includes a test gear mounted on a forward portion of a spindle, the test gear is configured to mesh with the specimen gear and form an electrical circuit upon contact with the specimen gear. An encoder is rotatably connected to the spindle and configured to output a rotation angle of the spindle. An interrupt unit is configured to detect an opening and closing of the electrical circuit and generate one or more interrupt signals based on the opening and the closing of the electrical circuit. A measuring unit is operatively coupled to the encoder and the interrupt unit, the measuring unit is configured to start measurement, and stop measurement of backlash based on the interrupt signal.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a retractable tape rule assembly locking system. The system comprises an elongated tape rule blade, a reel, a biasing spring, a stop assembly, a stop surface, a stop assembly locking device, a housing assembly, and/or other components. The stop assembly is configured to selectively engage the elongated tape rule blade to maintain the elongated tape rule blade in the extended position. The stop assembly is configured to be moveable between a default position and an open position by a user. While in the default position, the stop assembly engages the elongated tape rule blade to prevent retraction of the elongated tape rule blade. The stop surface is associated with the reel and configured to engage the stop assembly to prevent rotation of the reel to retract the elongated tape rule blade.

Abstract: A device for foot hygiene comprising a holder, an arch and a fabric strip attached across the arc of the arch is provided.

Abstract: A hair dryer comprising: a housing defining a first air flow channel and a second air flow channel, whereby the first air flow channel at least substantially circumscribes the second air flow channel; an air flow regulation means to regulate the flow of air along the first air flow channel and/or the second air flow channel.

Abstract: A grain drying and moving apparatus combination includes a conveyor assembly in communication with a bottom wall channel of a grain dryer assembly. The conveyor assembly receives and transports grain away from the housing. The conveyor assembly includes a conduit that is attachable to the bottom wall and coextensive with the channel. The conduit includes a first lateral wall, a second lateral wall and a lower wall. A rail is attached to the conduit. A chain is mounted on the rail and forms a continuous loop. The chain includes a plurality of links each having an upper plate and a lower plate. The upper and lower plates are horizontally orientated. A plurality of paddles is attached to and extends downwardly from the chain. The paddles each extend between the first and second lateral walls when the paddles are within the conduit.

Abstract: An apparatus for detecting an organic compound and an apparatus for manufacturing a display device, the apparatus for detecting an organic compound including an infrared light emitting unit that irradiates infrared rays toward a gas-phase organic compound used as a process gas in an atmospheric pressure equipment; a first window that separates the organic compound from the infrared light emitting unit; an infrared detection unit that measures an infrared absorbance of the organic compound; and a second window that separates the organic compound from the infrared detection unit, wherein infrared absorption regions of the first window and the second window are different from an infrared absorption region of the organic compound.

Abstract: A method for drying a wet semiconductor substrate includes immersing the wet substrate in a rinsing liquid in a sealed drying chamber, producing a volume of vaporized drying fluid in a vapor generator, establishing fluid communication between the vapor generator and the drying chamber, transferring the vaporized drying fluid to the drying chamber by removing the rinsing liquid from the drying chamber, and allowing the vaporized drying fluid to condense on the wet substrate. The method further includes providing vacuum pressure within the drying chamber and backfilling the drying chamber with an inert gas to substantially achieve atmospheric pressure.

Abstract: Laundry dryer, with a heat pump system, said heat pump system comprises a refrigerant circuit (10) for a refrigerant and an drying air stream circuit (12) for the drying air stream, wherein the refrigerant circuit (10) includes a compressor (14) with variable output, a first heat exchanger (16), variable expansion means (18) and a second heat exchanger (20) connected in series and forming a closed loop, the drying air stream circuit (12) includes the first heat exchanger (16), the second heat exchanger (20), a laundry treatment chamber (22) and at least one air stream fan (24), the refrigerant circuit (10) and the air stream circuit (12) are thermally coupled by the first heat exchanger (16) and the second heat exchanger (20), the first heat exchanger (16) is provided for heating up the air stream and cooling down the refrigerant, and the second heat exchanger (20) is provided for cooling down the air stream and heating up the refrigerant, wherein a control unit (38) is provided to adjust the variable expansi

Abstract: The substrate treating apparatus includes a process chamber in which an organic solvent remaining on a substrate is dissolved by using a fluid, that is provided as a supercritical fluid, to dry the substrate and a recycling unit including a recycler separating the organic solvent from the fluid discharged from the process chamber to recycle the fluid. The recycler includes a column having a space in which an absorbent for absorbing the organic solvent is stored, a supply tube supplying the fluid discharged from the process chamber into the space of the column, a discharge tube discharging the fluid from which the organic solvent is separated in the column, a gas supply tube supplying a purge gas into the column so that the organic solvent is separated from the absorbent, and an exhaust tube exhausting the purge gas containing the organic solvent to the outside of the column.

Abstract: The substrate treating apparatus includes a drying chamber in which an organic solvent remaining on a substrate is dissolved by using a fluid, and a recycling unit including a separator for separating the organic solvent from the fluid discharged from the drying chamber to recycle the fluid. The separator includes a distiller in which a fluid containing an organic solvent having a first concentration is introduced, a heating unit heating a fluid containing an organic solvent having a second concentration discharged from the distiller, and supplying an evaporated fluid containing an organic solvent having a third concentration into the distiller, and a condensation unit liquefying a fluid containing an organic solvent having a fourth concentration discharged from the distiller. The organic solvent has the second concentration, the first concentration, the third concentration, and the fourth concentration which are successively lowered in concentration.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear is disclosed. The sole structure comprises a fluid filled member and a plurality of slots. The slots are associated with connecting portions that connect portions of the sole structure in the generally longitudinal direction and provide for increased fit, flexibility and stability.

Abstract: An object includes a body with a first portion having first eyelets and a second portion having second eyelets. The body includes a first surface and a second surface that face in opposite directions. The first surface includes an opening into a void that is defined between the first surface and the second surface. A first lace extends continuously through the plurality of first eyelets and continuously through the plurality of second eyelets. The first lace has a first bridge portion defined between a first pair of the first eyelets and a second bridge portion defined between a second pair of the second eyelets. The first lace includes an end that passes through the opening to be disposed within the void. A second lace engages both the first bridge portion and the second bridge portion.

Abstract: A method for bonding PEBA plastic composition with dissimilar materials. Also, composite articles made in accordance with the method. The method uses only water-borne adhesive compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an item of footwear having a sole, comprising two or more materials of different compressive resistances, flexibility or densities arranged as a frontal/toe region, a mid foot region and a heel region. The item of footwear comprises: a securing means for securing the item of footwear to a foot of a wearer; and a sole having a midsole which has a frontal/toe region, a mid-foot region and a heel region, the mid-foot region of the midsole being formed from a material different to the material used for the heel region such that the mid-foot region has a lower compressive resistance and/or a lower density and/or a higher flexibility than the heel region, wherein the mid-sole is thin and tapered.

Abstract: A sole assembly generally including a flex plate, a heel spring and a heel cup. The flex plate may extend from the rear of the sole through the arch into the forefoot. The heel spring may be an elliptical spring and may have internal resilient stoppers that prevent the spring from bottoming out. The height of the stoppers may increase toward the rear of the sole. The stoppers may be extensions of the outsole fitted up through apertures in the elliptical spring. The heel spring may be disposed beneath the flex plate in the heel region. The heel cup may be disposed above the flex plate in the heel region. The heel cup may have an extension that extends upwardly a sufficient distance to cradle the wearer's heel to provide an enhanced forefoot lever. The flex plate, heel spring and heel cup may be a single unitary component.

Abstract: The sliding-shoe sole is a device that is permanently attached or removably positioned on fitness shoes or the like. The sliding-shoe sole is fabricated from materials that reduce the degree of factional contact between the sole and a contacting surface. The sliding-shoe sole may encompass a portion or the entire bottom of the fitness shoe and portions of the heel, toe and side areas of the shoe. This arrangement enables the wearer to participate more fully in exercises and/or dances that require the foot to not only slide and/or glide along the dance floor or exercise surface along the shoe bottom, but also along the shoe heel, toe and side.

Abstract: A women's high heel shoe and method of manufacturing, the shoe having improved safety and usability features including an improved traction shoe sole and an improved yet stylish narrowed high heel that terminates in a widened heel tip with improved traction and reduced surface penetration susceptibility.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a snowplow arranged to be towed behind a vehicle. The towed snowplow comprises: a frame removably securable to the vehicle; at least one moldboard mounted to said frame and extending under said frame; and at least one pivotable side wing plow mounted to one side of the frame and configurable between a non-operative configuration and a snow plowing configuration in which the at least one pivotable side wing plow extends laterally from the side of the frame. It also relates to a method for plowing snow using a towed snowplow.

Abstract: A control system is disclosed for use with a machine. The control system may have a first linkage arrangement, a first actuator, a first interface device, and a first control element. The control system may also have a second linkage arrangement, a second actuator, a second interface device, and a second control element. The control system may further have an input device selectively activated to generate a mode signal, and a controller. The controller may be configured to selectively generate commands directed to the first control element based on only the first actuator signals, and to selectively generate commands directed to the second control element based on only the second actuator signals. The controller may also be configured to selectively generate commands directed to both of the first and second control elements based on only the first actuator signals an in response to the mode signal.

Abstract: A sign (10) for display of an environmental condition, including a display portion including a front display surface (12) having at least one scale (16) indicating levels (16.1 to 16.6) of the environmental condition. At least one indicator (14) is provided which is movable over the scale (16) to provide a visual indication of a predetermined level (16.1 to 16.6) of the environmental condition. Control means (202 to 208) affixed to a rear surface of the display portion are provided for moving the indicator(s) (14) over the scale(s) (16). The control means (202 to 208) includes a remote device management module (202) which is controllable from a remote location (110, 120) over a communications network (100) to move the indicator(s) (14) to the predetermined level (16.1 to 16.6). The present invention also provides a kit for assembly of a sign (2010), such as, for example, for converting a manual sign (1010) into an automated sign (2010), and corresponding systems for display of environmental conditions.

Abstract: An airframe display system and method. The airframe display system has an airtight airframe having at least one airbeam. The airbeam has a sleeve of dimensionally stable material. A stretch fabric cover is received over the airframe whereby, upon inflation, the airframe is substantially rigid and the stretch fabric cover is taut over the airframe defining a display surface area.

Abstract: A tow ball cover which has a body formed of resilient or flexible material having a totally hollow interior which includes an upper or head compartment which defines a socket for close retention of a tow ball characterized In that there is provide an end plate or end wall which is integral with the body and which has a rear surface for incorporation of indicia which are used for promotional, advertising or display purposes.

Abstract: A method and an article of manufacture are disclosed for making and using a configurable information tag to support easy user identification in a crowded setting, such as a large classroom. In various embodiments, a transparent case, a thin frame, or sheet material, such as cardboard, plastic, laminates, and the like is used to create an information tag, such as a nametag, suitable for attaching to the back of a laptop computer for quick and easy identification of the laptop user by others. In various embodiments, the configurable information tag may include a folded transparent plastic sheet, a sheet with a folded edge, and an adhesive sheet. In some embodiments, the configurable information tag may be extendable to increase the display height for further improving visibility.

Abstract: A system including a first component configured to be attached to a vertical surface, the first component including at least a pair of protrusions coupled thereto with a spacing therebetween. The system further includes a second component including a pair of hang tags coupled thereto. Each hang tag has an opening therethrough with a spacing therebetween. The spacing between the openings of said hang tags generally corresponds to the spacing between the pair of protrusions such that each protrusion is receivable through the opening of an associated one of the hang tags to removably couple the second component to the first component. Each hang tag is generally flat and planar and is movable in a direction generally parallel to a plane of the associated hang tag.

Abstract: A firearm sling apparatus has a firearm connection section for attachment to a forward portion of a firearm and having a body connection section for attachment to the body of a firearm user. A releasable latching connector establishes releasable connection of the firearm connection section and the body connection section and provides for selective adjustment of strap members of the sling, permitting a user to adjust the body connection of the sling to fit the user's body anatomy and to accommodate the aiming and shooting position of the firearm. Adjustment of the sling apparatus is preferably accomplished with the user in a bipod stabilized position.

Abstract: A firearm includes a firing mechanism and a sensor. The sensor is configured for wireless communication over s short range RF network with a hub worn or carried by a user of the firearm. The hub includes a subscriber identity module configured to communicate with a server over a signaling channel of a wireless telecommunications network. The sensor device is configured to control a enable/disable mechanism in the firearm in accordance with instructions received from the hub.

Abstract: A firearm includes a firing mechanism and a sensor device. The sensor device includes a subscriber identity module configured to communicate with a server over a signaling channel of a wireless communications network. The Sensor device is configured to enable/disable the firing mechanism in accordance with instructions received by the SIM from the server. Movements and/or attempted operations of the firearm may be monitored using an application running on a mobile device, which application receives information concerning the firearm over the signaling channel of the wireless communications network.

Abstract: Firearm bolt tail cleaning device has a device body and a plurality of cleaning arms arranged radially about a centerline and defining a cleaning slot configured to accept a bolt tail. The cleaning device slidably and rotatably interfaces with the bolt tail at inner wall portions of the plurality of cleaning arms, to remove debris from and to polish the bolt tail surface. The device is constructed of a polymer and 15 to 40 percent by weight of an abrasive material, such as glass fiber. Via interaction with the bolt tail, at least a portion of the plurality of cleaning arms become worn with use and expose more abrasive material which facilitates removing debris from and polishing the bolt tail surface, End portions of the body are open and each have a concavity.

Abstract: A multi-purpose firearm servicing tool has an elongated tool body having a first end portion and a second end portion. A gas tube clamp is provided at a position between the first and second end portions of the elongated tool body. Opposing tube clamp surfaces of the gas tube clamp are selectively movable between a tube clamping configuration and a tube receiving configuration. A torque handle body has a tool body receiving cavity accessible through an opening at an end face at a first end portion thereof. The first and second tool body structures are stowable within the tool body receiving cavity.

Abstract: A rifle scope that includes an optical train defining an optical axis having a pointing direction. The optical train has an erector tube pivotably mounted in the scope housing and having a front end. The scope also includes an elevation and windage angle adjustment assembly, including a user input; an actuator assembly that changes the optical axis pointing direction in response to input from the user input, by pivoting the erector tube; a sensing and computing assembly that includes a laser assembly that produces a laser beam that is directed through the erector tube, a mirror that reflects the laser beam to a two-axis positioning sensor, and a data processor that computes the optical axis pointing direction in response to input from the two-axis positioning sensor; and an ocular display assembly, that displays the optical axis pointing direction as an image superimposed on the image of the field of view.

Abstract: A rifle scope, comprising: a scope housing and an optical train, supported in the scope housing and defining an optical axis having a pointing direction. Also, a pointing angle adjustment electrical user input device includes a first button having a first position that does not cause the pointing angle to change, and a second position that causes a progressive change in the pointing angle over time in a first direction. The user input device also includes a second button, also having a first position and a second position and wherein placing the second button in the second position causes the pointing angle to change over time in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Finally, the rifle scope includes an electric actuator, adapted to change the pointing direction, responsive to the user input device.

Abstract: To provide a better experience for ice fisherman and fisherman generally, the present inventor devised, among other things, apparatus, assemblies, components, and methods for holding a fishing device, such as a fishing rod. One exemplary apparatus includes an adjustable rod holder pivotably mounted or coupled to a base structure. The rod holder, which can be strapped or otherwise attached to one or more types of fishing rods or poles, has an adjustable center of gravity and/or an adjustable pivot point. The adjustable center of gravity and/or pivot point allows users to balance the fishing rod at various tip angles, up or down, and thus to position the rod in a way most suitable for the type of desired fish. The exemplary apparatus is particularly suitable as a replacement for the conventional tip-ups used in ice fishing, because it provides advantages of conventional rod & reel fishing with those of conventional tip-down fishing.

Abstract: A hand-held remote access device, such as a netting tool, includes a jaw portion having a pair of nets movable relative to each other between fully clamped and fully opened positions thereof, a handle portion spaced apart from the jaw portion by a bendable central portion that has a hollow, corrugated member having alternating ridges and grooves that is bendable so as to attain a predetermined shape.

Abstract: A fishing bobber may include an elongate shaft having a first end, an opposing second end, and a longitudinal axis extending therebetween, a line retainer disposed at the first end, a counterweight float disposed proximate the second end, and an axially movable primary float disposed on the elongate shaft between the first end and the second end.

Abstract: A fish hook design for providing sound, the audible sound device integrated to the shank portion. A user can sleeve bait over the shank portion, including the sound device. The user uses the hook as normal with the production of sound by the audible sound device.

Abstract: Fishing needs baits and especially live baits are very attractive, however, availability of live baits is unpredictable. So artificial fishing lures are a sure way to successful fishing. One of the most popular lures is a fishing spoon for predatory fish. In addition to classic squid spoons, many variations are widely used. The new invented spoon has only two parts, a flat semi-rigid spoon body and a hook. Although the two parts are assembled without any tools, effectiveness of the spoon is no less than the best spoon available. The punched thin metal or plastics spoon body remains flat without a hook. The spoon body with a hook forms gentle curved shape which mimics bait fish swimming at high speed when trolling. The cost of the invented spoon is a fraction of the prior art fishing spoons.

Abstract: A fish catching device of the present invention is a fishing hook with two hooks. The double hook allows for more than one bait choice and increased movement, thus allowing for a better fish catch. The multiple bait choices may further attract different fish and thereby more fish at one time. The hooks may be substantially parallel to one another.

Abstract: A long line fishing apparatus comprises a reel, a support member, guide means and hook retaining means. The reel includes a core connected between a first flange and second flange, for winding or unwinding a fishing line thereon said core between the first and second flanges. The reel is attached to the support member and the guide means is attached to the support member. Hook retaining means is formed as at least one slot in the first flange so that at least one hook attached to the fishing line can be retained in at least one slot. Movement of the position of the reel away from an end of the fishing line causes the reel to rotate in a horizontal plane to cause the fishing line to be deployed through the guide means or to be able to be rewound back on the reel through the guide means without tangling.

Abstract: A container is combined with a base having insect combating features, i.e. for trapping and/or poisoning of insects, preferably but not necessarily combined with insect attracting elements. In particular, the container may be a waste basket, and the targeted insects may be bed bugs, and/or roaches, and/or ants. The assembly has a container portion and a base portion. The interior of the base portion is accessible by insects via one or more small gaps or openings, and contains the trapping and/or poisoning elements, which may include a replaceable glue strip or the like. Preferably, the assembly is also be provided with insect attracting means, which may include chemical attractants, carbon dioxide generation, and/or heat. In some embodiments, separate areas may be provided to combat different insects.

Abstract: Techniques for disease prevention using insect traps are provided. A refillable, attachable and wearable trap system with ability to attract, ensnare, immobilize, or kill a tick or other targeted walking arachnid or insect present on the surface of a host mammal may include a housing with a cavity, such that the housing contains a refillable immobilizing layer or substrate that includes a chemical-based arachnid or insect attractant. The housing may contain a receiver base layer to allow for temporary insertion or attachment of immobilizing layer or substrate. A porous outer layer may cover the housing, and a lower receiver base layer may be co-joined to forms cavity. The housing receiver base layer may include an insertion guide or track for temporarily holding the refillable immobilizing layer in place. The trap system may also include a refillable emitter module for housing a chemical-based arachnid or insect attractant.