Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to a divider including an elongated base member having a first surface configured to abut a shelf and an opposite second surface. A divider wall extends from the second surface of the elongated base member. A recess portion is located along the first surface and is configured to be connectable to a first type of associated rail. An adapter clip is configured to be selectively inserted within the recess portion to allow the divider assembly to be connectable to a second type of associated rail. The adapter clip includes a base member having a first end and an opposing second end. A first support arm extends from the first end and a second support arm extends from the second end. A ridge profile of the clip is configured to be selectively received within a lip of the recess portion of the elongated base member.

Abstract: A baseball and softball equipment organizer includes a base with front and back surfaces, at least one hingable element attached to the front surface of the base with at least one arm rotatably coupled to the hingable element and at least one hook attached to the back surface of the base for removable attachment of the organizer to a chain link fence. The at least one arm can rotate from a first position generally parallel to the base to a second position generally orthogonal to the base. The outside surface of at least one arm can include a gripping material to organize batting gloves and other sports items. A method of using the organizer is described.

Abstract: A strain gauge collar includes at least one strain gauge installed on a base and at least one clamp on the base. The at least one clamp is configured to attach the strain gauge collar to a main steam line (MSL) as a single unit.

Abstract: A baseball and softball equipment organizer includes a base with front and back surfaces, at least one hingable element attached to the front surface of the base with at least one arm rotatably coupled to the hingable element and at least one hook attached to the back surface of the base for removable attachment of the organizer to a chain link fence. The at least one arm can rotate from a first position generally parallel to the base to a second position generally orthogonal to the base. The outside surface of at least one arm can include a gripping material to organize batting gloves and other sports items. A method of using the organizer is described.

Abstract: A bracket attaches a heat exchanger to a supporting member. The bracket includes a vibration-proof member, and first and second bracket members. The first member is fixed to the supporting member. The second member is joined to a projection of the heat exchanger through the vibration-proof member. The second member is attached to the first member. The second member includes a joining part and an attaching part. The projection is inserted in the joining part from a projecting direction of the projection so that the joining part is joined to the projection with the vibration-proof member intervening therebetween. The attaching part is inserted in the first member from a direction that intersects with a joining direction in which the joining part is joined to the projection, so that the attaching part is attached to the first member at an arbitrary position of the first member in the joining direction.

Abstract: A bracket for mounting a curved shower rod on a previously installed straight shower rod. The bracket includes a body having a first member that defines a first bore for receiving an end of the curved shower rod therein, and a second member defining a second bore for receiving a portion of the straight shower rod therein. The first member extends outwardly from the second member at an angle. The second member comprises first and second regions that are movable away from each other to capture a portion of the straight shower rod between them. A securement mechanism locks the first and second regions together to prevent the bracket from disengaging from the straight shower rod. A second mounting bracket is similarly engaged on an opposite end of the straight shower rod and receives a second end of the curved shower rod therein.

Abstract: A system to attaching a tooth to a bucket shank comprises a ring seat in the shank having a cam. A locking ring having a corresponding cam is seated in the seat and has an interior channel bounded by shoulders. A locking pin of a dissimilar material to the ring includes a lobe sized to correspond to the channel. Once inserted through apertures in the tooth and the shank, the pin may be rotated to force the lobe over the shoulders and to be housed in the channel to securely hold the pin in place.

Abstract: An assembly clip for holding together a stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) and a roller finger follower (RFF) in a valve train of an internal combustion engine (ICE) is provided. The SHLA has a pivot, and the RFF has a pivot cap configured to fit around the pivot. The assembly clip includes a first attachment section and a second attachment section configured to engage with the pivot cap and pivot, respectively, to attach the assembly clip to the RFF and SHLA, respectively. When assembled, the pivot and the pivot end are substantially located between the first attachment section and the second attachment section, the pivot cap covering at least a portion of the pivot. The assembly clip is made of an oil soluble material such that it may dissolve and break away after the valve train is assembled into the ICE, and the assembly clip no longer serves a function.

Abstract: A trigger actuated clamp holds a smart phone camera on a monopod and includes a movable jaw slidable with respect to a stationary jaw, and a pair of opposing fingers oriented parallel and spaced-apart from one another and carried by the jaws. A base is attached to the stationary jaw and forms at least a portion of a vertically oriented grip. A trigger is attached to the movable jaw and extends therefrom to oppose the grip and spaced-apart from the grip. The trigger is pullable towards the grip to displace the pair of jaws, and thus the pair of opposing fingers, away from one another. The clamp also has bias means for biasing the pair of jaws, and thus the pair of fingers, towards one another, and for biasing the trigger away from the grip.

Abstract: A platform grating is provided. The platform grating includes an array of plates placed in a spaced apart arrangement. Each of the array of plates includes a plurality of apertures which are provided in transverse alignment with the apertures in the adjacent plate. The platform grating also includes an array of hollow tubes positioned within the apertures provided in the array of plates. Each of the array of hollow tubes is mechanically connected to the array of plates.

Abstract: Modular panels for forming a container have a plurality of securing receptacles on a first end of the panel and a plurality of securing receptacles on a second end of the panel. Each one of the securing receptacles on the first end of the panel is position at approximately the same height as a corresponding one of the securing receptacles on the second end of the panel. Each pair of corresponding securing receptacles is dimensioned to receive a securing bar therein that can be locked in place to hold adjacent panels in a secured position.

Abstract: A pediatric mandibular distractor comprising a housing member elongating along a longitudinal axis, the housing member having at least one elongated slot elongating along at least a portion of the longitudinal axis and opening laterally through at least a side portion of the housing member; at least one fixed footplate attached to the housing member; a drive rod; and at least one moveable footplate engageable with the drive rod through the elongated slot by a connector. Wherein, when the fixed and moveable footplates are attached to the respective first and second bone surfaces, a bottom portion of the housing member is proximate to the first and second bone surfaces, and the side portion is further from the bone surfaces than the bottom portion in a direction transverse to the longitudinal axis. Methods of assembling and installing the exemplary pediatric mandibular distractor summarized above are also disclosed.

Abstract: A ladder cage comprises a plurality of spaced rings, having fasteners attached thereto. A plurality of vertical braces are each attached to respective ones of the fasteners, the vertical braces each having a mounting hole proximate each end, and extending between two of the plurality of rings. Each of the fasteners comprises a mounting pin having a slot therein, and a drop pin slidably mounted to that fastener for sliding in and out of its slot. An associated vertical brace is fastened to a ring by each fastener, as the fastener's mounting pin is received in the mounting hole of the associated vertical brace, and the drop pin of the fastener is received in the slot of said mounting pin, such that the drop-pin makes an angle of between about 30° and 60° to the vertical.

Abstract: A modular chair includes a lower support portion, a seat portion, and a back portion. The seat portion includes a front area having a retaining member which cooperates with a corresponding cross bar on the lower support portion, and a rear area including one or more slots therein. The back portion includes one or more protrusions, which are received in the slots of the seat portion, so that the seat portion is secured between the cross bar of the lower support portion via the retaining member and the protrusions of the back portion. The back portion is secured to the lower support portion via a latch mechanism accessible to a user.

Abstract: A paper clip for fastening two or more sheets of paper together, the paper clip formed of two substantially U-shaped clamping members, having elongate members formed in loops with a single loop facing in one direction and a pair of nesting loops facing in the opposite direction, the paper clip further including an elongate member, wherein a portion of the elongate member is bent to form a substantially C shape and another elongate member having a tip projecting at an angle into the open center of the C shape, the projecting tip for piercing through the papers at a common point for securely stapling the papers together, such that the papers are held together via the projecting tip in combination with the paper clip.

Abstract: A device assembling a motor-fan with a motor vehicle engine radiator, including: a first support frame supporting the motor-fan and a second support frame supporting the radiator, at least one of the support frames including at least one peripheral sealing baffle to overlap a peripheral edge of the other support frame; at least four fixing points fixing the motor-fan to the radiator by engaging together simultaneously, including two upper fixing points each including at least one pin and a U-shaped lug to hold the upper part of the motor-fan with relatively little play in relation to the radiator, and two lower fixing points each including at least one pin and a lug with an L-shaped housing to hold the lower part of the motor-fan slightly away from the radiator and at an end of travel bring the lower part of the motor-fan close to the radiator with relatively little play.

Abstract: A variable vane assembly for use in a gas turbine engine includes a variable vane, an actuator, and a mechanical linkage. The mechanical linkage connects the variable vane to the actuator. The mechanical linkage includes a bellcrank rotatable about an axis, a first bellcrank arm having a first clevis at an inner end, and a first pin extending through the first clevis and a first flange of the bellcrank to fasten the first bellcrank arm to the bellcrank.

Abstract: Securing a cable to a panel includes assembling a cable clamp arrangement to a cable and mounting the cable clamp arrangement to the panel. Assembling the cable clamp arrangement includes disposing a grommet around an exterior surface of the cable; disposing a yoke around the grommet so that the yoke at least partially surrounds the grommet; and compressing the yoke and grommet between a bracket and a backing plate using a fastener so that the cable is compressed. Mounting the cable clamp arrangement to the panel includes sliding the bracket relative to the panel in a direction parallel to a surface of the panel until the bracket rests on fasteners extending from the panel. Mounting the clamp arrangement can also include tightening the fasteners.

Abstract: A cord management system that stores and protects cords in an untangled state while the cord is not in use by the user. In some embodiments, the cord management system may include a stationary clasp, a slidable clasp, and a flexible body member that stretches over a user's cord and subsequently encapsulates the cord for storage upon the cavity's relaxation. The cord management system may provide the user with a quick and convenient, two-handed single motion, means to store and protect their cords and prevents the cord from becoming entangled. The cord management system can be an after-market product and retrofitted to a user's pre-existing cords or can be an integral design of cord. The cord management system resides at the end of the cord in a compressed manner that allows the full functionality of the cord without causing unwanted/unsupported weight on the cord.

Abstract: A stand, system, and method to securely elevate and secure picture frames while maximizing the viewable surface areas of the framed pictures when presented on living room tables or any other equivalent surfaces where multiple frames are presented for viewing.

Abstract: Provided are a clamping method and a clamping device that enable automatic mount and fixation of a boot to a constant velocity universal joint with a band. A boot band (11) for fixing a boot (10) that is mounted to a constant velocity universal joint (S) is clamped. The boot band (11) and the constant velocity universal joint (S) are aligned in phase with each other in a circumferential direction, and an axial position of a clamping portion (13) of clamping means (12) is thereafter aligned with an axial position of the boot band (11). Then, the boot band (11) is clamped by the clamping means (12).

Abstract: A snowplow assembly may include a vehicle attachment component, a blade support component and a snowplow blade that are each formed in a rotational molding process. These components may be manually assembled and manually attached to the vehicle. The snowplow blade may be manually positioned adjusted.

Abstract: Fasteners are generally described. In some examples, a fastener may include at least one latch. The at least one latch may include an arcuate portion and a linking portion. The arcuate portion may be connected by the linking portion to a pivot point. The pivot point may be located with respect to the first member so that, as the linking portion pivots around the pivot point, the arcuate portion moves along an arcuate path between a non-fastening position and a fastening position. In the fastening position the arcuate portion may extend beyond the first member to engage with the second member to secure it to the first member.

Abstract: A magnetic clamp attachment assembly for securing a ladder arrangement to a ferromagnetic surface is disclosed where the ladder arrangement comprises two spaced apart side members and at least one rung extending between the side members. The magnetic clamp attachment assembly includes a spacer member sized and configured to extend over the spaced apart side members of the ladder arrangement and magnetic attachment means for attaching the spacer member and securing the ladder arrangement to the ferromagnetic surface.

Abstract: A clamp includes first and second clamp members having first and second inner surfaces with first and second clamping surfaces and first and second hinge portions joined for pivoting movement about a first axis across a range of clamping positions. A fastener extends through first and second access bores of the first and second clamp members for threaded engagement with a nut. The first and second access bores are elongated to permit pivoting movement of the shaft portion with respect to each of the first and second clamp members.

Abstract: A vehicular accessory retention clip is used to attach a vehicular accessory, such as vehicular trim, to a vehicle. The vehicular accessory may have a substrate component that has at least one reinforcement post, and the vehicle may have a vehicular base component that has at least one corresponding opening configured to receive the reinforcement post. The retention clip has at least two walls that extend from an edge of a platform, each wall having an exterior tab and an interior tab configured to engage with the walls of the opening and the reinforcement post, respectively. The retention clip is slid onto the reinforcement post until the interior tabs engage with the reinforcement post, and the combination of the retention clip and reinforcement post is inserted until the exterior tabs engage with the walls of the opening.

Abstract: A method of assembling an adjustable frame assembly for supporting a fenestration article includes the steps of sliding sections of each rail member along adjustment splices to adjust a width of the adjustable frame assembly and/or sliding sections of stile members along adjustment splices to adjust a height of the adjustable frame assembly. The fenestration article is disposed along a wall and at least partially within a groove of the rail member and stile member. A plurality of rail clips are inserted into the groove of each rail member to secure the fenestration article to each rail member. A plurality of stile clips are inserted into the groove of each stile member to secure the fenestration article to each stile member. The rail clips are disposed adjacent the stile clips to prevent adjustment of the width and/or height of the adjustable frame assembly resulting from compression forces.

Abstract: A mountable cable tie with fine adjustment with an elongated strap having a first strap end and a second strap end, the elongated strap having one or more rows of teeth or cross-bars formed crosswise on the elongated strap, and a plurality of holes positioned linear along the median between the one or more rows of teeth, at least one locking buckle positioned proximate the second strap end, the at least one locking buckle having at least one channel and at least one locking tang or pawl positioned within the locking buckle, wherein increased insertion of the first strap end into the locking head decreases the size of the loop of the elongated strap to secure the bundle.

Abstract: A method of removably securing a gas regulating sleeve and a gas line to a rifle by: fluidly coupling a gas block to a bore of a barrel of the rifle; removably locating and securing the gas regulating sleeve in the gas block, the gas line being in fluid communication with the bore via the gas regulating sleeve, and wherein a portion of the gas line is received within an impingement cylinder of a bolt assembly of the rifle when it is in a first position, and wherein the impingement cylinder moves away from the gas line as it moves from the first position to a second position due to gases from the gas block; and wherein the gas regulating sleeve and the gas line are removable from the gas block without disconnecting the barrel from the receiver and without removal of the gas block from the barrel.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a swing-out wall rack for mounting electrical equipment. The swing-out wall rack can include a frame configured to couple to a wall and a rack. The frame can include a vertical member and a horizontal arm. The rack can extend a width and a height. The rack can include a first side and a second side, the second side being opposite from the first side. The rack can further include a mid-point, the mid-point being approximately equidistant from the first side and the second side. The rack can be rotatably coupled to the horizontal arm of the frame substantially about the mid-point of the rack.

Abstract: A scaffolding clip and a scaffolding clip applicator tool are provided for fastening a web, such as a retaining mesh, to a scaffolding pole. During use a preferred method includes holding the fastening clip with the applicator, locating the web between the pole and the fastening clip, piercing the web with opposed ends of the clip and disengaging the applicator from the clip. In order to subsequently remove the clip from the pole a loop of the clip is engaged by a catch of the applicator and levered from the pole with a heel of the applicator that extends from opposite the catch and acts as a fulcrum.

Abstract: A fastening system and method of use is disclosed. The fastening system includes a substrate, an aperture and a fastener. The fastener includes flexible wings that allow for insertion of the fastener into an aperture of a vehicle component.

Abstract: Providing a greeting card display fixture having multiple rows, one or more of which are convertible rows to allow for adjustment of the number of rows in a display. When desired, the convertible row may be used to display another row of greeting cards, increasing the density of the overall display. When not desired, the convertible row may be pushed flush against the back of the display fixture, while still attached, allowing the full depth of the row of the display fixture to be used. A divider or support clip is used to support the convertible row when in use and to hold it in a storage position when not used. The divider clip also separates greeting cards within a row. The divider clip includes a clipping mechanism to attach the divider clip to the display fixture and an adjustable portion to support an adjacent convertible row.

Abstract: A system and method is provided whereby a mounting is configured for attachment to a paintbrush, wherein the paintbrush has a first end having bristles and a second end bristle free, a hanger having a first end is attached to said mounting cap and a second end having a hanging system for hanging said brush, and a support is configured for receiving said hanging system.

Abstract: A drive lever arrangement is provided. The drive lever arrangement includes a unison ring which has a groove; a drive lever having connection means for connecting the drive lever to the unison ring; a drive lever pin having a transversal throughbore hole; and a clip, wherein the drive lever pin connects the drive lever to the unison ring, and wherein the clip is inserted in the groove through the throughbore hole of the drive lever pin, and engages with the groove of the unison ring.

Abstract: An incremental forming machine binder is provided that has a blank holding opening that may be subdivided into smaller blank holding openings. The opening is subdivided by one or more clamping modules that are connected by connecting modules to each other and the frame. Clamps are attached to the clamping modules to clamp blanks in the blank holding openings. Multiple blanks may be secured to the binder for incremental forming.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for facilitating coupling of a fan and a flywheel, as well as an internal combustion engine and other applications for such apparatus and method are described herein. In one example embodiment, an apparatus for facilitating coupling of a fan and a flywheel includes a plurality of protrusions formed on the fan, wherein each of the protrusions defines a respective hole therewithin, a plurality of receiving structures formed in the flywheel, and a plurality of pins. The receiving structures are positioned so that, when the fan is axially aligned with and adjacent to the flywheel, the protrusions are respectively received by the receiving structures. Further, when the pins are inserted into the holes, portions of the protrusions expand outwardly so that interference is created between surfaces of the protrusions and the receiving structures, whereby due to the interference the fan and flywheel are rotationally coupled.

Abstract: Advantageous clamps, methods of forming the same, and methods of using the same are provided. A clamp can include two jaws and a spring member configured to push the two jaws together. One jaw can have an inner surface including a plurality of flat portions connected by smooth, curved portions. The clamp can advantageously ensure a large surface area of contact between the clamp and a substrate, thereby inhibiting tilting and slipping of the clamp.

Abstract: A method for clamping a plate on a sheet or fabric material support, comprises the step of providing a plate and a counter-plate, the plate comprising a plurality of oin supporting elements bearing, on a non exposed to the view rear side thereof a plurality of pins for engagement each in a corresponding hole of the counter-plate, characterized in that method further comprises the step of providing a pre-plate including a plurality of temporary attachment points on non exposed to the view parts of said elements.

Abstract: A method for installing a spring-assisted liftgate in opposition to the gravity force includes temporarily fixing a coupling rod in a defined position corresponding to an installation position of the liftgate, and holding the in an open position or in an intermediate position above the installation position and placing the apparatus in the vehicle. After lowering the liftgate from the open position or intermediate position into the installation position, the coupling rod is connected to the hinge lever and then released.

Abstract: A radiation detection device is provided. The radiation detection device includes a pair of rails spaced in a slice direction and extending parallel to a channel direction, and a plurality of collimator modules arranged along the channel direction on a radiation exit side of the pair of rails, wherein at least one of the pair of rails extending along the channel direction includes a plate member with a plurality of notches formed along the radiation exit side, and wherein the collimator modules each include a first pin protruding on a radiation incidence side and attached to the pair of rails with the first pin fitted in one of the notches of the plate member.

Abstract: A one-piece handle assembly and a method of assembling the one-piece handle assembly. The one-piece handle assembly includes an outer tube connected to a fixed jaw and an inner tube connected to a moveable jaw. The inner tube is installed within the outer tube. The surgical instrument assembly further includes a handle body overmolded onto the outer tube and a handle grip connected to the handle body. The handle grip controls movement of the moveable jaw along an axis about defiend through the outer tube. The one-piece handle assembly further includes a knife plunger for controlling activation of a knife rod assembly. The one-piece handle assembly is void of any welds, adhesives, or fasteners to complete the final assembly of the one-piece handle assembly.

Abstract: A system for easy installation of the accessory on a building comprising a clip and an installation tool is disclosed. The clip can accept an accessory (e.g. a light string), and reversibly engages the tool. The tool can be conveniently mounted on a elongated handle so the user can work without ascending and descending a ladder. The clip comprises structures to secure it in the tool while the clip and accessory are being positioned. The clip is configured to the flexible and to provide a bias force that maintains the clip and accessory in position once installed on the building member. Once the clip is in the position, the tool can be disengaged from the clip and a new clip inserted in the tool. The invention for example is useful for easy lifting and placement of a string of decorative lights on a building facia or comparable structure.

Abstract: A light beam guided liquid delivery device, including: a liquid delivery device; a light beam generator; and a bracket coupling the light beam generator to the liquid delivery device such that a beam of light is selectively delivered approximate to a tip of the liquid delivery device. The bracket couples the light beam generator to the liquid delivery device at a first attachment point. The bracket includes one or more hinges at the first attachment point for varying the orientation of the light beam generator. Optionally, the bracket also couples the light beam generator to the liquid delivery device at a second contact point. The bracket includes a support member at the second contact point for varying the orientation of the light beam generator. Optionally, the support member is translatable with respect to the one or more hinges along a length of the bracket.

Abstract: A vacuum pickup attachment for a riding lawn mower and method of using the attachment includes the vacuum pickup attachment being removably attached to the riding lawn mower for receiving lawn refuse. The vacuum pickup attachment has a first position where a mouth of the vacuum pickup attachment is disposed at a first elevated location that is out of the way of the free flow of material that is moving through an exit portal of a cutter deck away from rotating blades disposed under the cutter deck of the riding lawn mower. The vacuum pickup attachment has a second position where the mouth of the vacuum pickup attachment is disposed at a second elevated location that is in the path of the stream of material that is being ejected through the exit portal by the rotating blades disposed under the cutter deck.

Abstract: Concepts and technologies disclosed herein for duct fittings. According to various embodiments disclosed herein, duct fittings can be formed or assembled from two or more components including a collar and a clamp. The clamp and the collar can be assembled and/or mated together to form the duct fittings. The collar can have a first annular portion to which a first layer of a multilayered duct is attached or connected. The collar also can include a second annular portion that can include splines to which a second layer of the multilayered duct is attached. The splines can accommodate or form fluid passageways. The clamp can be located on top of the second layer and can include attachment mechanisms securing the clamp to a support surface.

Abstract: A platform assembly for supporting one or more cabinets includes a first rail having a generally z-shape in cross-section, a second rail having a generally c-shape in cross-section and extending generally parallel to the first rail, and a plurality of connector rails coupled to and extending generally transverse to the first and second rails. End rails are also coupled to respective terminal ends of the first and second rails. The first and second rails are made of metal so that at least the first rail provides a metal toe-kick below the one or more cabinets.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosed systems are useful to participants in triathlons who wish to transport their own running shoes while bicycling. Athletic shoes are transported behind a bicycle saddle by use of an arm bracket 300 attaching to saddle rails 101. The arm bracket comprises an attachment section 307, a neck section 317 and two antler 301 styled sections. Each antler section includes an outer prong area 313 and an inner prong area 314. A shoe holder 200 attaches to each antler section wherein voids within the shoe holders match the voids found within the arm bracket components. The side components of the shoe holders assist in preventing rotational movement of a shoe. Each shoe holder further comprises a rear retainer section 208 having an upper arch edge 209, useful in allowing the shoe holder to flex inwardly or outwardly to facilitate the ingress or egress of a shoe.

Abstract: Disclosed is a nail-in anchor pin setting device that is used in conjunction with a hammer to set an anchor into a surface prior to driving the setting nail thereinto to expand the anchor. The device comprises an elongated, largely cylindrical device having an impact end and a driving end. The impact end receives driving loads from a hammer, while the driving end comprises an internal bore to accept the anchor pin therethrough. The driving end is placed against the collar of the anchor while the anchor pin is accepted through the device bore. The hammer end is driven against the collar to force the anchor into a wall surface substrate, whereafter the tool can be removed from the anchor to reveal the set anchor and exposed nail pin to be driven into the anchor for expansion and securement thereof.

Abstract: A storage system includes a shell having a plurality of walls and a plurality of rails. The plurality of walls are coupled to one another to form a storage chamber therebetween and to define a plurality of intersection edges. Each of the plurality of intersection edges is formed at a corresponding boundary of two adjacent ones of the plurality of walls. The plurality of rails each extend outwardly from a corresponding one of the plurality of intersection edges with an angled orientation relative to each of the two adjacent ones of the plurality of walls. A cross-sectional thickness of each of the plurality of rails increases as each of the plurality of rails extends away from one of the plurality of intersection edges.