Abstract: The auxiliary external rear view mirror set has a smaller auxiliary convex mirror mounted on a smooth comparatively larger base mirror so that the smaller auxiliary convex mirror may be tilted to a limited extent to more precisely position the wide angle field of view it provides. The convex mirror is attached to a tilting plate by an adhesive means. The tilting plate has a central projecting member with a cavity. A support plate attached to the smooth base mirror by another adhesive means has a corresponding central bar with a spherical head which engages in the cavity of the tilting plate so that the convex mirror and tilting plate are pivotable. Stop pieces mounted on the support plate spaced from the central bar are positioned to be engagable with offset members attached to the rear side of the tilting plate so that the tilting of the convex mirror is limited to some extent.

Abstract: A device for aligning the surfaces of two abutting mirrors while the mirrors are being adhesively secured to a room wall. The aligned mirrors will reflect in the same direction so as to avoid disruptions or discontinuities in the total reflected picture. An alignment bar having suction cups therealong is used to align and hold the mirrors in fixed positions while the adhesive on the mirror rear surfaces is curing to a solid rigid condition.

Abstract: Multipurpose magnetic mounting devices and methods for their use are provided by this invention. The device includes a male member having first and second transverse ends and comprising adhesive means for attachment to a first of a pair of surfaces, such as a picture frame. The device further includes a female member having an open cavity therein for receiving the second transverse end of the male member. The female member includes adhesive means for attachment to a second of a pair of surfaces, such as a wall. The invention relies upon the magnetic attraction between the male and female members for holding the device together and adhering a pair of surfaces of one another.

Abstract: A wall mountable frame comprises a rectangular pan-shaped frame including a main rectangular vertical rear wall having forwardly extending magnet-attracting marginal walls defining with said main wall a rectangular sign or poster receiving recess. Screw head-receiving holes are provided in said main vertical wall for receiving the heads of wall mounting anchoring screws which will be fully recessed in said holes, the defining walls of said holes being formed by rearwardly projection portions of said main vertical wall. Magnet bars are insertable along the inner margins of the marginal walls of the frame to hold the margins of sheet material upon said rear wall. Spacers are preferably in the form of double adhesive coated synthetic plastic foam strips are positioned behind said frame to extend along the margins of the rear wall of the frame. The strips space the hole-forming projecting portions of the rear wall from the mounting wall surface of the frame.

Abstract: A mirror housing with a swivelable flap which covers the mirror and is arrestable in an open and a closed position, and a snap-in arrangement including a permanent magnet and a metal piece for securely fastening the flap in the end positions.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for attaching a sign element to a base with a frameless magnetically attractive support system.

Abstract: The article comprises a mirror element (10) and a hanger/support element (14). The hanger (14) includes a flat, flexible base member (16) having a plurality of integral suction cups (22) extending from one surface thereof and a mushroom-shaped projection (20) extending from the opposing surface thereof. The projection (20) is configured to removably fit through an opening (12) in the mirror. Thus, the hanger (14) removably secures the mirror (10) directly to a shower wall or the like and is also removable relative to the mirror (10) itself.

Abstract: A blind spot mirror to be adhesively mounted on an inner surface of a windshield. The mirror is mounted on a flat surface on a friction ball which is part of a ball joint for adjusting the mirror.

Abstract: A pair of single plane mirror elements are mounted in relatively inclined positions relative to each other and from a wedge block including a rear mounting surface coplanar with the rear surface of one of the mirror elements, the rear surface of the other mirror element being mounted from the front side of the wedge block. Further, one margin of the first mirror element has a major portion of the length thereof seated in a rabbet formed in a marginal edge of the wedge block joining the wedge block rear surface.

Abstract: A mirror device to provide assistance for a vehicle driver when coupling a trailer to a vehicle. The mirror device includes a support having multiple legs which can be detached to the surface of the vehicle and which carry a mirror which can be oriented so as to provide a view of the trailer hitch parts carried by the vehicle and the trailer as they are brought into engagement during the coupling operation.

Abstract: This invention relates to an extruded self-gripping clip poster hanger device consisting of an elongated body portion having a rail or track formed in its upper end portion and having an apertured ear or holder slidable in the rail, the body portion having a flat rear wall and a front wall arcuate in vertical cross section having a bottom lip in gripping engagement with the adjacent facing portion of the rear wall, the bottom lip and facing portion having engaging longitudinal ribs.

Abstract: A rear monitoring device for a vehicle capable of being installed in the interior of a vehicle to enable a driver to observe therethrough the area to the rear of the vehicle. The rear monitoring device includes an optical mechanism and a mounting structure for mounting the optical mechanism on the inner surface of a rear window glass to cause the optical mechanism to form an image of the area to the rear of the vehicle and transfer the image to the driver. The mounting mechanism includes a bendable mounting member which is formed of a metal sheet into a substantially L or Z shape and serves to mount the optical mechanism on the vehicle therethrough and an adhesion element for bonding the bendable mounting member to the rear window glass. The bendable mounting member may be so deformable that an angle of the optical mechanism with respect to the rear window glass may be variably set.

Abstract: Rear view mirrors for modern aerodynamic streamlined automobiles are mounted on the sides of the vehicle body as close to the front end as possible without interfering with components of the vehicle to extend above and laterally outward from the hood to reflect approaching vehicles on both sides of the automobile and provide clear vision to the driver as the vehicles approach and pass the rear end of the automobile. The positioning of the mirrors forwardly from the driver's eyes at the greatest distance permitted by the vehicle without forming an obstacle reduces the angle of incidence and the angle of reflection to a minimum thereby avoiding heretofore encountered blind spots in the driver's rear view vision. The mirror mounting can be streamlined into the front sides of the vehicle body in original equipment vehicles or can be provided as an accessory.

Abstract: An auxiliary, safety, wide-angle, convex mirror for ready and simple association with a vehicle-mounted outside rearview mirror which has a reflective glass mounted within the peripheral lip of an outer housing, the auxiliary mirror being secured in a position wholly outboard of the rearview mirror by a bracket having a surface adhesively secured to the face of the rearview-mirror glass.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an attaching device for mounting a picture on a wall or on a similar supporting structure. The attaching device comprises a pair of magnetically attracting members, one of the members being mounted on the wall and the other of the members being mounted on the back of the picture. One of the members comprises a projecting pin adapted to fit into a seat formed on the other member for preventing the members from sliding relative to each other when they are in engagment.

Abstract: A rear window mirror apparatus for observing blind spot areas to the rear and side of an automobile and to optically transmit visualization thereof to the rear view mirror at the driver's station. Comprising the apparatus is a more or less U-shaped channel-like frame defining an open central cavity in which angled mirrors are secured for receiving outward reflections from blind spot areas and transmitting the reflections through a front wall aperture. A hinged lower support provides an adhesive pad for securing the frame to the window surface at the underside and an upper elongated slotted bar likewise including an adhesive pad provides for mounting the upperside onto the window surface. The longitudinal slot on the bar receives a bolt extending upstanding from the top surface of the frame. By adjusting the slot relative to thebolt the effective length of the bar can be varied to accommodate different window slopes of the various automobile designs for which such a mirror is contemplated.

Abstract: An adjustable telescoping mirror is disclosed which may be secured to a surface such as a wall or mirror secured to a wall. The adjustable mirror includes a base having four suction cups arranged in two rows which are parallel to the ground when the base is secured to the wall. A telescoping rod is secured to the base by a first coupling which is located below the suction cups when the base is secured to the wall. The mirror is secured to the other end of the telescoping rod by a second coupling. The couplings have sufficient friction to support the weight of the mirror when it is extended and placed in a desired location, but do not prevent the user from easily moving the mirror as desired. The two rows of suction cups, and their locations above the first coupling, resist forces created by the mirror when it is extended which tend to pull the mirror away from the wall. The location of the first coupling is close to the lower edge of the base so that the device is compact when contracted and folded.

Abstract: A package for retaining a mirror or other rigid, generally planar article includes suction means upon the front and back surfaces thereof. One set of suction means is adapted to affix the package to a smooth surface, and the second suction means is adapted to affix the mirror to the package. In this manner, the package is adapted to retain and protect a mirror therewithin as well as to removably affix that mirror to a surface.

Abstract: A concavo-convex replacement mirror permanently securable coextensively atop a flat plane mirror provided as an original equipment side-mount, rear-view mirror on a motor vehicle. The size and shape of the replacement mirror is predetermined so as to closely correspond to that of the original equipment mirror such that, when operatively positioned, the replacement mirror completely covers and conceals the original equipment mirror. The rear face of the replacement mirror is provided with coplanar mounting portions surface ground at the mirror periphery for conformal abutment with corresponding portions of the flat original equipment mirror. A pressure sensitive adhesive is interposed between the replacement mirror and the original equipment mirror to nonreleasably secure the mirrors to one another and thereby provide an expanded field of vision with respect to that available with the original equipment mirror.

Abstract: A conventional mirror will quickly fog when exposed to the extremely humid environment of the shower. This is because the moisture contained in the warm ambient air condenses on the relatively cooler mirror surface. An effective way to remedy this problem is to heat the mirror surface to a sufficient temperature to combat condensation of the moisture in the ambient air. This invention provides an effective method and apparatus to combat fog formation. This invention utilizes relatively simple construction to provide a low cost, safe, highly portable, efficient and effective method and apparatus to provide a non fogging shower mirror. To achieve this, the inventive device (10) incorporates a mirror, attached to a reservoir (14). This reservoir (14) holds a thermal mass of warm water.

Abstract: An auxiliary mirror assembly is comprised of an auxiliary mirror, a coupling device affixed to a back section of a conventional, existing rear view mirror, and an elongated, rod-like deformable member interconnecting the auxiliary member and the coupling device. The deformable member may be shaped by finger pressure for movement of the auxiliary mirror relative to the conventional mirror about any one of a number of vertical and horizontal axes in order to shift the auxiliary mirror toward a selected, inclined position to view children in the back seat or enhance observation of traffic to one side of the vehicle. Once deformed, the member is self-sustaining to retain the auxiliary mirror in the selected position although additional, subsequent one-hand movement of the auxiliary mirror is also possible.

Abstract: A surface mounted article holding device adhesively attached to a supporting surface, the device havng a thin flexible surface attaching layer from which for removal of the device, the remainder of the device is first detached and subsequently the thin layer is peeled from the surface, the device including a relatively thin web connecting the wall attaching portion of the device with a depending article holding portion thereof, the web being forwardly of the body portion and remote from the engagement of the body portion with the supporting surface, the thickness of the shoulder forming a barrier to inhibit peel back of the edges of the body portion adjacent the holding surface and thus increasing substantially the otherwise holding capacity of the device.

Abstract: Optical assembly comprising a holder (1) having an inner wall (9) on which a plurality of parallel ribs (11) are formed and an optical element (3) having an outer wall (7), a plurality of gaps (13) being formed between this outer wall and the ribs. The ribs are sufficiently narrow to present a substantially line-shaped contact area to the outer wall. The optical element is connected to the holder by means of an adhesive which is applied exclusively in said gaps.

Abstract: A mirrored system and components therefor are disclosed herein for use in an automobile having front and rear seats covered by a roof structure from which a rear view mirror and a forward facing mirror downwardly depend in fixed spaced apart optical alignment relationship. The mirrors are adjustable to accommodate an optical line of sight from the driver's position on the front seat to an infant's position on the rear seat. The forward facing mirror is removably mounted by a suction cup attachment to roof structure or rear window by a base that carries a dome type mirror on a backing plate by a resilient metal band. A screw adjustment connects one end of the band to the base while the other end of the band adhesively adheres to the mirror backing plate.

Abstract: A mirror and bracket assembly wherein the mirror housing has a flat mirror and a convex mirror. The mirrors are secured to support posts within the mirror housing such that if the mirror housing is dropped or jarred the flat mirror and the convex mirror would not become misaligned.

Abstract: A normally flat, rectangular mirror element is supported on the front surface of a normally flat, rectangular backing element, which is more rigid than the mirror element. A pair of spacer elements are positioned between the mirror element and the backing element to raise the mirror element above the backing element. The spacer elements are located adjacent one pair of parallel edges of the mirror element. To curve the mirror about a central longitudinal bending axis which is parallel to the spacer elements, the mirror is depressed at its center, along the longitudinal axis, and secured to the backing element by a strip of double sided adhesive tape, which maintains the mirror element in the depressed position.

Abstract: Separable mounting elements are adhesively affixed to a rigid foam display base and to a display surface. One element is affixed within a cavity anterior the foam base, the front of which penetratingly holds flowers and the like. A shield or cup is placed intermediate the mounting element and the foam, to resist tearing or distension of the foam, to allow non-dissolving adhesive on the foam side of the shield and other suitable adhesive between shield and mounting element, and to aid in non-rotatingly indexing the foam to a display surface. A corresponding second mounting element is first indexingly located by mating to the first mounting element; a third suitable variety of adhesive is applied to then join same to the display surface. Thereafter, the display may be easily separated from and restored to the display surface, or replaced by an alternate display.

Abstract: A demountable article holding device having a body portion adhesively coated for attachment to a supporting surface and having an intermediate portion thereof formed as a depending flap and having a rigid member therein having an article holding member secured thereto, the rigid member being particularly adapted to center upon the device the stress of the load held.

Abstract: A grooming mirror which is made up of a reflector with a reservior mounted on the back of it. This reservior may be filled with hot liquid in order to heat the mirror and make it condensate-free while the liquid remains above ambient temperature. This mirror unit is provided with and fits into a holster which is mounted on the wall; thereby facilitating the easy removal of the mirror unit for the emptying and recharging thereof. This holster also provides a rack for the storage of grooming articles.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for adjusting the direction of a beam of radiation by a mirror mounted on a shaft so that the normal to the mirror is inclined relative to the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The shaft is mounted in a bearing for rotational adjustment relative to a supporting structure. This technique and structure may be applied to monochromators or interferometers in which radiation beams must be adjusted in direction to very close tolerances, such as seconds of arc, and maintained in direction with a corresponding stability. The shaft is rigidly secured in the bearing after adjustment by an adhesive so that a stress-free structure is realized in which hysteresis effects due to temperature cycling are minimized.

Abstract: In order to provide a high quality mirror readily at hand for the emergency use of a contact lens wearer, an accessory mirror comprising a thin wafer having a mirrored outer surface is affixed to the back of a wrist watch. The presently preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a steel wafer shaped approximately to conform with the shape of the watch back. The steel wafer has a first surface which is mirror finished and chromium plated and a second surface coated with an adhesive layer which is itself overlayed by a paper wafer. Thus, the paper wafer is removable to permit affixing the steel wafer to the wrist watch back. A process for preparing the preferred embodiment of the product is disclosed. In addition, variants utilizing a plastic film sold under the trademark "Mylar" and coated with metal and incorporating a protective cover for the mirror surface are also disclosed.

Abstract: A portable mirror device for rear view observation in a motor vehicle or the like has a mirror device connected to an end of an adjustment arm by a ball-and-socket type joint, while an opposite end of the adjustment arm is swivally connected to a mounting arrangement comprised of a spring clip, having a pair of clip members connected by a spring member, the spring member biasing the clip members towards a position wherein holding ends of the clip members engage each other. A suction cup device that is fastened to a second end of one of the clip members. The provision of two different types of mounting mechanisms and pivot arrangements at opposite ends of the adjustment arm produce a very versatile portable mirror device that can be mounted to any of a large number of different elements and utilized in a large number of different orientations. The device is also constructed so as to minimize problems resulting from vehicle vibrations, road shocks and the like.

Abstract: A device, such as a picture frame hanger, for supporting a flexible, elongated article, such as a picture frame having a convex lip fastened to a backplate so that an arched groove and a circular contact area are formed. The flexible, elongated article hangs on the curved top surface of the contact area and freely from either side of the arched groove and presses against the backplate when seated within the groove. The device can be anchored to a wall or other suitable surface in a manner which prevents the twisting or movement thereof under load or contact.

Abstract: A mirror formed from a generally sheet-like unbreakable body having opposite surfaces, one of the surfaces being a reflective surface, a first removable transparent protective sheet covering and protecting the reflective surface, a magnetic adhesively bonded to a second of the surfaces whereby the mirror can be removably attached to magnetically attractive support surfaces, and a strip of double-faced pressure-sensitive tape adhered to the magnetic but removable therefrom whereby the mirror can be adhesively secured to a non-magnetically attractive support surface.

Abstract: A wall positioning device comprising a mounting set for hanging a display board, or picture, or the like, from a wall or other vertical surface support, wherein the display board or picture is assured to be hung straight and level, and yet may be easily removed or replaced by another board having a matching hanger piece, whereby the second hung picture will a also be straight and level. The technique used in this hanger mounting set involves a projecting tab on the hanger piece a attached to the board or picture, and a receiving notch on the other hanger piece that is attached to the wall, wherein each of the two pieces incorporates a small spirit level that may remain permanently as a part of that piece, or be removed after installation as desired. The matching notch and tab are each located on horizontal members that engage simultaneously with said notch and tab, and prevent any angularity in their engagement, once the tab engages the notch.

Abstract: A rear view mirror device for relatively permanent attachment to a transparent support such as an automotive vehicle windshield. The rear view mirror device comprises a housing holding a light reflective member, such as a mirror, permitting a view rearwardly of the device, a pivoted arm extending rearwardly of the housing and a bracket adapted for attachment to the windshield. A bonding layer is located in the bracket and is rigidly adhered thereto. An intermediate member, such as a plastic layer, is incidental the opposite side of the bonding layer. Fracturable pins are integral with the bonding layer and extend into the intermediate member and which fracturable pins have ends which are adapted for attachment to a transparent support such as a windshield.

Abstract: Formed steel channel members mounted horizontally on vertical rods to the back of a drafting reference table. Two channel members are vertically adjustable to allow drawings, layouts and the like of different dimensions to be conveniently located and supported, and a third channel member serves to prevent material from slipping off the back of the table.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mirror which is both easy to mount and dismount to allow for ready transfer of the mirror from place to place is highly resistant to impact damage, so that it is safe and easy for a child to use or play with, and provides a surface for decorative or informational material. All parts are made of plastic and the mounting means consists of suction cups which are easy for a child to use in order to put up or take down the mirror. The lightness of the materials also make the mirror appropriate for use by a small child without any danger of droppage or breakage.

Abstract: A fastener for hanging an object such as a picture, or a plaque, on a vertical surface such as a wall of plaster or wallboard is formed by attaching a narrow flat strip of metal to a small piece of sheet metal so as to project outwardly at right angles to the small sheet, the ends of the strip being sharpened to provide prongs to be inserted respectively into the wood frame of the object to be hung and into the wall. The side of the small sheet facing the wall is covered with a sheet of partially delaminated paper, or similar material, which is coated on its exposed surface with a soluble adhesive which is moistened at the time of use to cause the fastener to adhere to the wall. The fastener can be withdrawn by completing the delamination of the paper and soaking the residue on the wall with liquid.

Abstract: A wall hanger is disclosed in which a bow tie arrangement having porous end portions is mounted on the back of a picture to be hung on a wall. The bow tie is made to adhere to the back of the picture by the penetration of adhesive through the porous end portions, thereby to give strength to the hanging system. In one embodiment the adhesive is applied through the porous end portion and onto the picture backing, with the adhesive applied separately. In another embodiment, a bow tie type hanger is made of preformed and stretched nylon. In a still further embodiment, the hanger includes two separated pad portions with a flexible member between the pad portions in which the flexible member is offset from the plane of the pads to permit engagement of a hook when the hanger is adhesively attached to the back of a picture.

Abstract: An improved mirror including a cushion intermediate the mirror's reflecting surface and the mirror's support surface which cushion absorbs any surface irregularity in the support surface and causes the support surface to present a substantially flat support surface to the reflecting surface whereby any distorting effect of the surface irregularity on images produced by the mirror's reflecting surface is substantially eliminated.

Abstract: A fastening device for securing paper sheets or cards to a rigid surface comprises a transparent resilient rectangular plastic sheet with an adhesive strip along its upper edge and a frictional pad near, but spaced from, its lower edge, the pad being at least as thick as the adhesive strip.

Abstract: An improved method for securing an antenna to a vehicular window. Adhesive securance of a base portion of an antenna assembly is accomplished by an adhesive means including a conformable foam layer and a pressure sensitive adhesive layer. A bridge of silicone adhesive is provided to surround the adhesive means, and a shield is disposed thereabout and is adhered to the window and base to protect the adhesive means and to restrain removal of the base portion from the window.

Abstract: A shock absorptive magnetic mounting support for a light fixture or the like object includes a base having a magnet mounted thereon for magnetically securing the mounting support to the underside of a metallic shelf or support surface. A support shaft upon which the light fixture is mounted has a threaded end portion received in an aperture in the base. A stop adjacent the threaded end portion limits the insertion thereof into the aperture. A rubber washer of a predetermined thickness is received on the threaded end portion of the shaft in abutting relation with the base. A nut, and, if desired, a lock washer, is received on the threaded end portion of the support shaft. The nut is tightened down against the rubber washer to secure the base and support shaft in a joined condition. The shock absorptive arrangement aids in preventing detachment of the magnetic base from the metallic shelf support in the event of the application of force to the upper side of the shelf.

Abstract: A dispenser for a pad of advertising materials for dispensing and presentation on a one-by-one basis. The dispenser includes a hanger for supporting the sheets of advertising material. The hanger is attached to the sheets by a pivot through the sheets and the hanger so that the hanger can be rotated 180.degree.. In a first position, the hanger is engaged with a price channel as is commonly used in retail outlets. The hanger uses a tab punched into the hanger to engage the price channel when it is in this first position. Upon rotation of the hanger on the pivot 180.degree. to the second position, the hanger is attached to a vertical surface by an adhesive strip affixed to the rear of the hanger.

Abstract: An object is secured to a flat surface by contacting a thermally activated sheet with a solvent rendering the normally non-tacky sheet in a tacky state. The now tacky sheet is attached to the flat surface with the aid of a template while the object to be secured is heated apart from the surface or the adhesive sheet. The heated object is then pressed against the adhesive sheet with the aid of the template and pressure is applied until the adhesive cools sufficiently to set forming a bond between the object and the flat surface.

Abstract: A hanger-type ceiling-attachable support has a shallow pan engageable against a ceiling surface. A bellows or a piston-in-cylinder type of reservoir for liquid cement underlies the pan, and when it is compressed upwardly by a post depending from the reservoir, injects cement into the pan and against the ceiling surface. The depending post serves both (1) as an attachment device for a plural-section manipulating pole and (2) as a fastener for a suspension wire. The pole sections are inter-nestable for storing and carrying. A horizontally adjustable measuring rod aids in accurately spacing being-installed supports from previously installed ones.

Abstract: A backing sheet for use with objects which are to be adhesively attached to a surface includes a sheet of water-degradable material, such as paper, having a water-soluble adhesive coating on one side, a portion of one margin being inwardly slit. The object to be attached is secured, by adhesive or otherwise to the other side of the backing sheet and the backing sheet is secured to the surface by means of the water-soluble adhesive so that when the object is to be removed the delamination of the backing strip is completed by tearing from the slit portion so that the remaining portion and its adhesive may be removed by application of water.

Abstract: An auxiliary mirror attachment unit for mounting on a primary mirror is provided having a support housing and an optical reflecting element assembled with the housing. The support housing includes an integrally formed base plate and a peripheral wall projecting laterally from the plate. The reflecting element is of plate form having a peripheral edge of a configuration to interfit with the housing's peripheral wall. Mechanical interlocking of the reflecting element with the housing in assembled relationship is effected by cooperatively interfitting tongue and groove conformations formed on the respective peripheral edge of the reflecting element and on an inwardly facing surface of the peripheral wall. The support housing is formed from a material having a minimum degree of resilience to enable mechanical assembly with the reflecting element. Attachment of the unit to a primary mirror is accomplished by adhesive.

Abstract: A surface mount for removably adhesively attaching an object to a supporting surface, the mount being separable for the ready removal of the object held with a readily separable outward portion of the mount and the remainder of the mount being subsequently carefully removed from the supporting surface free of the held object.