Abstract: A high-capacity container has a receiving bracket for a hook, adjustable support rollers, upper straps which form forklift pockets, wherein slide rails are located under a container floor and connected to receptacle supports, support rollers are located in corner areas below the container floor to be pivoted-in and pivoted-out to be positioned in the container and in a plane below the corners, while the forklift pocket includes upper and lower straps, and a reinforcement is provided between and in the slide rails and a frame profile in the area of the forklift pockets.

Abstract: A removable latching assembly for use with a child's stroller. The stroller has a latch support post with a latch lug and a bearing surface, and a pivot support post with a bearing surface. The latching assembly includes a latching portion having an engagement surface and a manually operable latch lever with a pawl engagable with the latch lug, and a pivot portion with a bearing surface slidably engagable with the bearing surface of the pivot support post. To install, the pivot portion is maneuvered onto the pivot post bearing surface, the assembly is rotated by substantially ninety degrees about the bearing surface of the pivot support post until the latching portion engagement surface encounters the bearing surface of the latch support post. The latch lever is manipulated to engage the latching pawl with the latch lug.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for converting a backpack into a bicycle trailer are provided. The apparatus consists of a frame for a pack, the frame containing at least one wheel. The wheel can be placed in one position for using the apparatus as a backpack and in another position for use of the apparatus as a trailer, such as a bicycle trailer. Alternately, two or more wheels can be removed from the frame when a backpack configuration is desired, and be attached to the frame when a trailer configuration is desired.

Abstract: The present invention provides a releasably mounted retrofit system that allows a standard back-mounted child carrier to also serve as a stroller. The retrofit system comprises an adjustable handlebar apparatus and a wheel unit. Both of these can be releasably mounted to the rear frame of an existing back-mounted child carrier thereby allowing existing carriers to also function as strollers.

Abstract: A system for coupling an infant carrier to a second support device in which the infant carrier has coupling members extending from the side of the carrier, the coupling members forming mounting pockets. The support device, such as an infant car seat base or stroller, employs coupling posts adapted to be received within the carrier mounting pocket.

Abstract: The design shows an axle bar or supporting shaft upon which wheels are mounted. The support bar has a clamping mechanism attached to it next to the wheels. The clamps can tightly grab ahold of the legs of a chair. The chair is then tilted backwards and rolled on its attached rear wheels. It is intended that personal belongings may be placed on the chair to facilitate its use as a cart. The wheel apparatus can quickly and easily be removed from the chair by unclamping it. The chair can be utilized for sitting with or without the wheels affixed.

Abstract: An apparatus which is convertible between a multi-wheeled vehicle and a multi-legged stationary structure such as a table, crib or playpen. The invention is comprised of a main body to which are attached wheel assemblies capable of freely pivoting movement under the force of their own weight when the body is lifted. Wide tires are provided which, after swiveling downward, will result in supporting the body. The wheel thickness is enough so that the vehicle rolls well in soft or sandy soils, while contributing to the resulting height of the raised body, after the vehicle is lifted and the wheel assemblies have pivoted down into their vertical position.

Abstract: A luggage structure to which an additional luggage case can be freely added. The luggage structure includes a luggage pull rod and a pair of adjustable latch boards. The luggage pull rod includes a pair of inner tubes, a handle, an engaging board and a base seat. The adjustable latch boards includes an upper pressing board and a base board. The upper pressing board is a reverse L-shaped board body having a vertical section disposed with two latch clips on two sides. Each latch clip is disposed with a through hole for the outer tube to pass thereinto and for a bolt to tighten the outer tube. A horizontal section of the pressing board is formed with several through holes for riveting pin members therein so as to secure the additional luggage case. The base board is an L-shaped board body having a vertical section disposed with two latch clips on two sides. Each latch clip is disposed with a through hole for the outer tube to pass thereinto and for a bolt to tighten the outer tube.

Abstract: A child stroller and infant carrier system comprising a stroller having a frame. A generally horizontally disposed safety bar in a U-shaped configuration with free ends is coupled to the frame and with a recess in the center of the bar. An infant carrier with an upstanding front, back and sides is fabricated of a rigid material. The carrier has an operator controlled latch in the front for selectively coupling of the carrier to the stroller.

Abstract: A combination car seat and stroller includes a carrier portion having a U-shaped handle with free ends thereof pivotally secured to a pair of side portions thereof. Each of the pair of side walls have slots formed therethrough to receive a car seat belt therethrough for securement of the carrier portion within a car. A collapsible stroller portion is dimensioned to receive the carrier portion thereon.

Abstract: A foldable baby carrier includes first and second support rods, a U-shaped upper frame, a U-shaped lower frame, first and second upper joints, and first and second lower joints. The first support rod has an upper end and a lower end. The first end of the U-shaped upper frame and the upper end of the first support rod are connected to the first upper joint. The second end of the U-shaped upper frame and the upper end of the second support rod are connected to the second upper joint. The first lower joint is disposed on a middle portion of the first support rod. The second lower joint is disposed on a middle portion of the second support rod. The first end of the U-shaped lower frame is connected to the first lower joint. The second end of the U-shaped lower frame is connected to the second lower joint. A foldable rod has a first end and a second end. The first end of the foldable rod is connected to a lower portion of the first support rod.

Abstract: A vehicle for transporting a child (stroller, carriage or buggy) with a safety side handle pivotally connected to the vehicle frame. The pivot point for the side handle is located forward of the rear of the vehicle by a distance equal to at least about one-quarter of the front-to-back dimension of the vehicle. Better results are obtained if the distance mentioned is about one-third of the front-to-back dimension of the vehicle, and a distance of about one-half that dimension is preferred. The handle pivots from an inoperative position alongside the vehicle to a laterally extending, operative position, where it can be pushed to move the vehicle forward. The preferred form includes a collapsible tray table attached to the rear of the vehicle. The side handle may be attached indirectly to the vehicle frame through a pivotable attachment to the outer end of the side handle support frame that is in turn directly and pivotally attached to the vehicle frame.

Abstract: A foldable load conveyance apparatus including 1) a basic support frame assembly; 2) a pair of handle support assemblies pivotally connected to outer opposite ends of the basic support frame assembly; and 3) a collapsible support wheel assembly releasably connected to the basic support frame assembly. Each handle support assembly has a handle grip tube section with a connector member for releasable connection to an ATV. The collapsible support wheel assembly includes a pair of wheel support struts pivotally connected to the basic support frame assembly and operable to receive and support a support wheel assembly therebetween. The foldable load conveyance apparatus is operable to be collapsed into a compact condition for ease of conveyance, transporting in a vehicle, and storage; and selectively movable to a support table condition for multiple uses.

Abstract: A bird decoy having more than one use is disclosed. In a first embodiment the decoy provides conveyance means for user supplies and when the user is situated in it, becomes a decoy which operates as a blind. In a second embodiment the decoy is adaptable to present the image of any one of three different body positions found in a flock of game birds.

Abstract: A safety seat assembly is assembled with a stroller. The safety seat assembly includes a base member having two ears each formed on one end portion thereof and each having a notch laterally defined therein for receiving a bar of the armrest of the stroller therein. A retaining block is formed on the base member and located between the two ears. A passage is defined in and a boss is formed on an inner wall of the retaining block. A sliding lever is slidably mounted on the retaining block. A flange portion is formed on a mediate portion of the sliding lever and is slidably mounted in the passage. A stub is formed on the flange portion. A stop is formed on one end portion of the sliding lever and is detachably received in a recess of the bar of the armrest of the stroller. A biasing member is mounted in the passage and has a first distal end fixedly attached to the boss and a second distal end fixedly attached to the stub.

Abstract: A multi-function baby support and transportation apparatus is provided of the type which is convertible to be used in a car seat mode, a carrier mode, a stroller mode or a high chair mode.

Abstract: An apparatus for assisting a disabled person play golf is described. The apparatus includes a frame, a rod, a golf club holder, and an actuator. The rod is rotatably mounted in the frame. The frame is secured to a ambulatory handicap device such as a wheelchair, walker, scooter, or golf cart. The golf club holder is connected to a distal end of the rod, and is adapted to releasably engage a golf club head. The actuator, conversely, is connected to a distal end of the rod so that the actuator is within reach of a person utilizing the handicap device. The person actuates the actuator to rotate the rod and swing the golf club head.

Abstract: A platform assembly and wheel assembly for retrofitting a folding chair to form a combination chair and hand truck. The platform assembly is removably attached to the bottom section of the pair of leg members forming the front legs of the folding chair. Similarly, the wheel assembly is removably attached to the bottom section of the pair of load support members forming the back legs of the folding chair. The wheel assembly includes a plurality of brackets for removably attaching the wheel assembly to the pair of upright support members, an axle fixedly attached to the plurality of brackets, and a pair of wheels rotatably connected to opposite ends of the axle. The platform assembly includes a lift member, a transverse platform and a plurality of elongated right and left channels extending vertically from the lift member or clamps for removably attaching the platform assembly to the front legs of the folding chair.

Abstract: An integrated transport and display module has a plurality of wall panels that are pivotally interconnected to each other. The panels are movable from a transport mode position in which the panels complete, enclose and protect a merchandise transport space to a multitude of alternate positions in which panels present display surfaces.

Abstract: A child carrier for use as a two-wheeled stroller and as a child-supporting backpack comprising a frame formed of an upper handle component in an inverted U-shaped configuration and a lower component formed of two downwardly extending legs and a cross-piece coupling the legs at their lower ends with a bracket at the lower ends of the handle and the upper ends of the legs for coupling therebetween. A fabric seat for a child has a rear face coupled to the bracket. An upwardly extending back and a pair of vertical straps form a front. A forwardly-extending U-shaped restraint is positioned in front of a child and secured at its inboard ends to the bracket supporting the upper edge of the seat.

Abstract: A convertible table/cart which includes a plurality of wheels positioned underneath a planar surface. A plurality of legs/sides may be positioned either underneath the surface for use as a table or on top of the surface for use as a cart. Also disclosed is a method of converting the table to the cart.

Abstract: A recreational cart is disclosed which is used for transporting recreational paraphernalia and for providing a utility surface. The cart has both a framework, and a generally horizontal lower planar panel which is fixedly mounted on the framework. An upper planar panel is operatively connected to the lower panel. This upper panel has an upper surface with a periphery and is movable with respect to the lower panel between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the upper panel overlays the lower panel and is parallel thereto, while in the second position the upper panel is generally coplanar with the lower panel. The recreational cart has at least one wheel which is operatively connected to the framework. A handle, for pushing and pulling the cart, is also operatively connected to the framework.

Abstract: A convertible work bench to hand truck apparatus including a table that has a top surface, a bottom surface, and a pair of long edges with short edges therebetween. One of the short edges of the table has a projection extending above its top surface. The back surface of the table has a plurality of large support brackets, a plurality of small support brackets, a plurality of leg retainers and a pair of triangular handles attached thereto. Each support bracket and each leg retainer is attached to the bottom surface of the table. Also, included is a plurality of legs. Each leg has a foot end and a connecting end that is rotatably coupled with one of each support brackets of the table. The plurality of legs form a first support leg and a second support leg when a support bar connects a parallel pair of the plurality of legs. Each support leg supports the table above a receiving surface. Lastly, a pair of wheels are mounted to the bottom surface by a rigid bracket.

Abstract: A portable tool carrier and tool display box is provided including a tool box and a telescoping handle secured to the tool box. A series of tool display boards are contained within the tool box with each board connected to the next adjacent board by means of a guide member and track. When the telescoping handle is elevated, the boards may be elevated with the first board connected to the top of the handle and each succeeding board beneath its preceding board.

Abstract: A mechanism is provided for extending and retracting wheels on a baby rocking carriage which includes two parallel arcuate beams, four base members each fixedly mounted on one distal end of each of the arcuate beams and having a passage and a cavity each defined in an underside thereof, four wheel modules each pivotally disposed on an underside of a respective one of the four base members. The mechanism includes a sleeve rotatably mounted in the passage of each of the base members and having an extension pivotally engaged with each of the wheel modules. A control member has a plug fixedly mounted in a chamber defined in the sleeve to rotate therewith and has a lug extending outwards of the sleeve. A catch member is pivotally mounted in an opening defined in the lug and has a first end portion and a second end portion having a boss detachably received in the cavity of each of the base members. A biasing member is mounted between the first end portion of the catch member and the lug.

Abstract: A recreational equipment transportation apparatus including a tubular frame with a detachable handle pivotally mounted thereto. A pivotally-mounted first platform receives an ice chest. The top surface of the ice chest defines a second platform on which a recreational equipment compartment (REC) is received. Detachable straps maintain the REC against the frame. A center stake, slidingly received in the frame, and a handle stake, slidingly received in the handle are selectably penetrable in the surface maintaining the apparatus. The center stake prevents the wheels from rolling. The handle stake and the wheels define a stable tripod platform for the recreation site. The invention also provides for shelter including an umbrella, tent, blind and/or netting draped over the frame. The invention also may include batteries and/or solar cells for energizing lamps and/or outlets on the frame. The invention may be transported by any one of a number of locomotive means, e.g., a bicycle.

Abstract: A convertible golf bag having a club-receiving carry bag detachably securable to a staff bag component with a portion of the exterior of the carry bag forming a part of the exterior of the assembled bag. When secured together, the resulting bag has the appearance and convenience of a large staff bag. The carry bag may be used separately as a light-weight bag. Various accessories including a pull cart, rain cover and personalized panels may be incorporated.

Abstract: A child carrier for supporting a child adjacent the back of a hiker's torso comprises a forward portion and a rearward portion. A child compartment is between the forward and rearward portions for receiving a child. A generally rigid frame member is operatively connected to and adjacent the rearward portion of the child carrier. A kickstand having a ground-engageable portion is operatively connected to the frame member via a hinge for pivotal movement of the kickstand relative to the frame member about an axis X. The kickstand is pivotally moveable between a retracted position in which the ground-engageable portion of the kickstand is positioned generally adjacent the frame member, and a propping position in which the ground-engageable portion of the kickstand is positioned away from the frame member.

Abstract: A toy has a body part formed by two animal body elements spaced from one another in a transverse direction, each of the body elements having two legs extending downwardly in a standing position of the toy and a curved back extending upwardly in the standing position of the toy, each of the body elements also having a nose portion projecting horizontally forwardly in the standing position of the toy, and connecting elements for the body elements with one another and including a first Z-shaped connecting element having two horizontal portions which are offset relative to one another in a horizontal direction and in a vertical direction and a vertical portion connecting the horizontal portion with one another and also including a second connecting element having at least one horizontal portion, so that in the standing position of the toy a user can sit on one horizontal portion and place his legs on another horizontal portion of the first connecting element, while in a position when the toy is turned upside down

Abstract: An adjustable, clamping infant carrier support frame that can be used as part of a stroller to provide for quick clamping of infant carriers of different shapes and sizes. The clamping infant carrier support frame comprises a clamping support frame with openings for the insertion of mechanical clamps. The clamps adjust to the size of the infant carrier and apply a securing force through a clamp disk. The frame may also include an interconnected braking mechanism which operates automatically when the clamps are closed.

Abstract: A car seat/stroller has a rigid tubular telescoping handle assembly and wheel bracket assembly which are fitted thereto in a manner which does not interfere with normal operation of the device as a car safety seat, but rather enhances the seat's safety and convenience. The handle assembly consists of a series of telescoping sections of tubing. Two holes are drilled at a diagonal angle into an infant car seat at respective top corners of the seat's sides, and further through respective flares at armrest portions of the seat. A tubular sleeve is inserted into each hole and is fed through to an underside of the flare. A clamping adjustment device is then affixed to one or both tubular sleeves at an upper portion thereof. Tubular L-shaped upper handle members are inserted into the tubular sleeves.

Abstract: A lightweight, portable wheeled game cart can be compacted, as by folding, and attached to a shoulder harness so that it can be carried by a person on his or her back as if a backpack frame. This allows for easy transport of the compacted cart, and any gear attached to it, to a hunting site. In the preferred embodiment, the cart has a lever length in the form of an elongated frame for lifting and supporting game, and a pair of wheels to provide a rolling fulcrum, the frame being hinged in generally the middle. By removing the shoulder harness and unfolding the frame, the pack frame transforms into a cart. A person may then transport game and/or rescue victims from remote areas.

Abstract: A wheeled luggage cart comprising a folding seat and a handle that, through a simple rotation by the user, releases said seat and rotates it down from a folded up compact stowed position to a horizontal level position for seating the traveler. The seat is attached to the cart by means of a hinge assembly that engages the vertical posts of the cart and permits rotation of the seat to the two positions; in the deployed seating position, dual legs extend downward from the center of the seat to the floor to support the user's weight. To position these legs correctly, a connection guide link, attached to the luggage cart, guides the legs to their correct load bearing position. In addition to support this load, there is a diagonal compression link attached to the seat, and attached to the base of the luggage cart, to provide a truss structure to share the imposed weight. A sliding bracket on the cart allows the diagonal link to be compactly stowed with the seat flatly against the back of the cart.

Abstract: A chair and hand truck comprising a seat, a cross frame and a back frame with a back cushion, the seat having hangers for pivotal members to combine the cross frame with the seat and a bolt holes for a pivotal member to combine the back frame with the seat in a right angle, the cross frame having a U-shaped rod frame and a rectangular rod frame pivotally combined together like an X, the cross frame possible to become feet of a chair or a pull rod of a hand truck when it is transformed in different ways.

Abstract: An adapter or module is provided to convert a walking stroller to a jogging stroller. The adapter includes an adapter frame having side members and at least one end member, ground engaging wheels rotatably mounted to the frame, and at least one clamp mounted to each adapter frame side member to releasably hold the stroller's frame, to secure the stroller frame to the adapter. The clamps are mounted to the side members so that they can be selectively positioned along the side members. The end member is secured to the side members so that the width of the adapter frame can be altered. The adapter frame can thus be used with strollers of varying widths and lengths.

Abstract: A combination transport device and work surface has a collapsible support member and base member. In the collapsed position, the support member and base member are close to a stem of the device to define a transport surface. The transport surface can be easily moved via a handle and wheels. In the extended position, the support member and the base member extend transversely from the stem to define a work surface and a support base respectively.

Abstract: A multi-purpose repair assembly including a first member having two platforms, a first cavity between the two platforms, and two alcoves each at one side of each of the platforms, each of the two platforms being provided with two castors, a first drawer engaged with the first cavity of the first member, a second member pivotally connected with the first member, the second member having two indentations, a second cavity between the two indentations, and two shoulders each at one side of each of the two indentations, each of the shoulders being provided with a castor adapted to be received in a corresponding one of the alcoves of the second member, the second cavity being adapted to receive the two castors of the first member, and a second drawer engaged with the second cavity of the second member.

Abstract: A power operated wheeled cart for hauling bulk materials is constructed so that it can be knocked-down into a condition of partial disassembly in a manner such that a base platform can be inverted and used as a structural base for attaching crating members to form a compact modular shipping unit which utilizes a minimum of crating components.

Abstract: A compact portable workstation designed for the tradesman and equally for the home person. In closed position, the workstation is small enough to transport by car. In open position, the workstation provides an enormous uniquely inviting work space and is inviting to perform almost any task upon. The workstation totes like an upright dolly and features two independent work surfaces (46,50) each which hinge atop the workstation and have folding legs (48,52) opposite hinges (54). Work surfaces (46,50) boast a size of 51.times.69 cm. and 51.times.74 cm. while the station base (8) is 31.times.41.times.84 cm. high. A middle leaf of the extended work surface doubles as a collapsible stool (38) which is 31.times.41 cm..times.36 cm. high. Full work surface length is 173 cm. Station base appropriately is designed to house heavier, bulky items in a bottom bin and by virtue of the two walled simplistic design structure, is easy to access bulky items. Similarly, three storage drawers (28) also access from two sides.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved grain cart comprising a mobile frame adapted to be pulled by a vehicle, such as a tractor. The frame supports a grain hopper or box. The hopper includes an inset front corner area. An auger for unloading grain from the hopper is located entirely outside the hopper. The auger includes a sump for receiving grain from the hopper, the sump being positioned on a lower, outside wall portion of the inset front corner area. Between the sump and the surface of the outside wall portion of the inset front corner area there is a grain shut off door for controlling a flow of grain from the hopper to the sump. A hydraulic cylinder is mounted adjacent to the sump and is connected to the grain shut off door for opening and closing the door. A conduit is connected to the sump, and a drive assembly is provided for conveying grain through the conduit. The drive assembly includes a gear box having a shaft connected to auger flighting disposed inside the conduit, and a drive shaft.

Abstract: A trolley comprising a pair of vertical bars, a pair of linking bars, and a wheel assembly operable by the linking bars to pivotally move between an extended and a retracted positions. A movable block slidable on the vertical bars is connected with the linking bars. A positioning plate is fixedly mounted on the movable block and a sliding movement of the movable block relative to the vertical bars is controlled by a biasing unit in cooperation with the positioning plate. A respective compression spring is additionally provided on the vertical bars to facilitate the sliding movement of the movable block when the movable block is released to move.

Abstract: A rocker/tricycle combination toy is provided that can be used as either a rocking toy for children or a conventional tricycle. A tricycle can detachably connect to a rocking base so that a child can sit on the tricycle and rock back and forth. The rocking base is curved about a transverse axis for allowing rocking motion in a longitudinal direction. The tricycle is connected to the base through a support that includes a locking post that engages a socket provided in the underside of the tricycle. The rocking base can include troughs for receiving the rear wheels of the tricycle to retain the tricycle in alignment with the base. The rocking base can also include a trough for receiving the front wheel of the tricycle that allows a child to pedal the front wheel when the tricycle is mounted on the base. In another embodiment, the trough for receiving the front wheel can be configured to allow a child to steer the front wheel when the tricycle is mounted on the base.

Abstract: A stroller that accepts and supports various child's car seats is easily collapsible by actuating the locking hinge using one hand. The collapsible stroller includes a lever whereby the child's car seat can be easily removed from the stroller by activating the lever with one hand and lifting the child's car seat with the other. The stroller is adaptable to receive a multitude of existing child's car seats.

Abstract: A portable interchangeable device for mobilizing a chair including a first wheel, a second wheel, an axle, a plate, and attachment apparatus. The axle connects the first wheel to the second wheel. The plate is rotatably mounted on the axle and prevents the first wheel and the second wheel from sinking into sand when the first wheel and the second wheel are mobilized. The attachment apparatus interchangeably secures the first wheel, the second wheel, the axle, and the plate to a variety of different sized chairs.

Abstract: A device for transporting a suitcase is provided including a removeable wheel assembly and two supporting brackets which are permanently attached integral with the suitcase. The wheel assembly includes a handle which is welded to the assembly axle and is used to install the wheel assembly on the brackets by positioning the axle across the brackets, parallel to the bottom surface of the suitcase, then rotating the handle and axle through an angle until the axle and handle are retained by the brackets. The suitcase may then be easily transported over uneven surfaces on the two large wheels provided by the device. An alternate embodiment provides a plastic handle that may be removed for convenient storage.

Abstract: A device for transporting food and food related items including an insulated container having foldable all-terrain wheels, foldable tray members, and telescoping handle. Tie-down hooks are provided to permit securement of a saddlebag to the device. The saddlebag will provide increased transporting capacity. The tray members may be locked into a horizontal use position to support plated, beverages, food containers, etc. An auxiliary support pole may be attached to the container to support an umbrella or light.

Abstract: A collapsible multi-use baby carriage having a structure transformable into a dining chair, a safety seat in a car, a cradle, and a bed, comprising a seat, a backrest pivotally connected with the seat to change the angle of the backrest against the seat, a U-shaped hand rest pivotally connected with the backrest to possibly alter its angle against the backrest and having two opposite side tubes possible to be shortened and a windable support plate provided between the two opposite side tubes and windable on a winding tubular shaft housed in a front tube of the hand rest and to be pulled out thereof for putting foods thereon, and two front and two rear casters pivotally connected with the bottom of the seat and foldable to the bottom of the seat.

Abstract: A mobile golf bag having telescoping wheel supports and wheels mounted to the bottom portion of the golf club container. The telescoping wheel supports have a first extended operable position and a second retracted storage position.

Abstract: A right and left hand retractable wheel carriage for a removable vehicle bench seat opposite end latching mechanism. Each carriage includes mounting brackets, caster brackets interconnected by a link, associated casters, and a suitable spring for urging the casters apart and into engagement with the vehicle floor to prevent the casters from rattling during operation of the vehicle. Once the seat's latching mechanism is released, the spring forces the casters into a vertical orientation to thereby lift the bench seat to facilitate manually rolling it out of the vehicle, and then along the ground or floor.