Abstract: A watch-like timer is provided having a sweep hand and a dial with markings corresponding to eighteen holes. After the timer is started, the sweep hand rotates clockwise to provide the golfer with a continuous indication of where he or she should be on the golf course in order to complete the course in a specified period of time. Provision can be made for a break period, usually after the ninth hole.

Abstract: While the electric power source is turned on, capacitor 1 is charged to a voltage EO by a direct current constant voltage supplier through transistor 4. When the electric power is disconnected, transistor 4 is switched off to discharge capacitor 1 through resistor R1. When the power source is turned on, the voltage of capacitor 1 is read by A/D converter to be produced and stored in CPU 12 memory. Then transistor 4 is switched on to charge capacitor 1 to the voltage EO. Then transistor 4 is switched off and transistor 5 is switched on to discharge capacitor 1 through resistor R2 and a counter stars. When the voltage of capacitor 1 reduces to the same voltage stored in the memory, transistor 5 is switched off to stop the counter and to obtain the counted value t2. Then transistor 4 is switched on to prepare for the next operation. The time lapse t1 after the power source being turned off is obtained by a formula (R1/R2).times.t2.

Abstract: The hand held decimal timer circuit comprises: a power supply having a positive voltage output and a ground or common output; a counter circuit coupled to the power supply; a frequency divider circuit coupled to the counter circuit and to the power supply; a clock circuit including an oscillator coupled to the frequency divider circuit; a display circuit coupled to the counter circuit; a switch circuit coupled to the counter circuit; and, the frequency divider circuit including: (a) a first input for receiving a clock signal from the clock circuit, (b) a second input and a third input for receiving, respectively, a positive voltage reference and a ground voltage reference from the power supply, (c) a 12 bit binary counter which counts the clock cycles from the clock circuit and outputs, on a plurality of output pins, a number of clock cycles in binary form, (d) a pair of NAND gates each having at least three inputs and an output, the inputs being coupled to at least some of the plurality of output pins for re

Abstract: An audio wristwatch is provided which consists of numerous functional features such as on/off, minutes, reset, next displayed message, previous displayed message, stop, time/date adjustment, save, erase, edit, and train enabling the user to verbally record, verbally retrieve and set alarms for appointments and tasks.

Abstract: A multi-purpose key ring comprises a pouch having a closable opening and adapted to receive coins, a ring adapted to hold keys and attached to the pouch, and a timer attached to the pouch, settable to a selected one of a plurality of time periods, and having a sounder for signaling the end of the selected time period a predetermined time before the end of the selected time period. The ring can be configured as a bottle opener and a prying tool for a liftable tab of a beverage can.

Abstract: A dial-type timer device having a timer body and a dial on a face of the timer body. A cover, including a locking pawl, is placed on the face of the timer body so that the dial protrudes through a hole therein. A setting ring is mounted on the dial and engages the locking pawl at a selected location to repeatedly set the time. Alternatively, two setting rings, each including a tooth on its outer periphery, are mounted on the dial to limit the range of rotation of the dial. Also, in a timing circuit of the timer, a dummy resistor of substantially the same impedance as an output relay, with its own switching element is connected in series with the output relay. By switching current alternatively through the output relay and the dummy resistor, fluctuation of current in the circuit is minimized and stable power is supplied to the time-limit circuit.

Abstract: A display unit is arranged in cooperation with a twenty-four hour clock to effect registration and storage of timed events and permitting recall of the timed events, with the unit arranged for ease of mounting within an emergency vehicle and the like.

Abstract: A combination electronic digital wristwatch and electronic shift scheduler using a digital liquid crystal display, enclosed within a watch-type case, for use primarily by firefighters. The invention provides both a device and a method that allows an individual who needs to keep track of platoon and shift schedule information to enter, display, review, search, and modify that information on a full-function wristwatch. The combination includes time and date display, a chronograph function, and an alarm clock with chime. Four switches are connected to a signal conditioner for encoding each switch closure to be input into a CPU which generates the required signals for the display after reference to the calendar information stored in the ROM and the user input information stored in the RAM. The CPU makes the calculations required for the operation of this invention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a golf clock and a control system using such clock to control the timing of play of golfers on a golf course. The golf clock has a first digital display programmed to indicate a total elapsed time from the beginning of play to the end of play and a second digital display coupled to a digital memory means capable of receiving, storing and displaying a series of predetermined playing time periods for each hole of the golf course. The golf clock is self contained and is detachably mounted on a golf cart.

Abstract: A device for indicating time comprises means arranged to display the number of equally large time increments of a predetermined size, for instance 15 minutes, remaining until a predetermined occurrence is intended to take place.

Abstract: When a time card is inserted in a time recorder, for daily flextime, and selection is made of a work starting time column using a printing column selection key, the current time is printed onto a specific location of the work starting time column of the card. The printer time may be a work starting time rounded off in any desired manner. The standard number of work hours is stored in a memory circuit and any break times are added to the standard number to obtain an anticipated work ending time. The anticipated work ending time is displayed on a display unit and/or printed on the card.

Abstract: A time calculating device calculates a time which a user of the device requires to run a distance such as a whole distance of a marathon race. The time calculating device is provided with a pulse frequency memory which measures pulse frequencies of the user when the user runs a given distance at least twice at predetermined different paces, and which stores the measured pulse frequencies. The time calculating device is further provided with an age input key for inputting age data of the user, and a distance input key for inputting a distance. A running speed at which the user of an age can keep running continuously is calculated from the pulse frequencies stored in the pulse frequency memory and age data input by the age input key. Further, a time is calculated which the user requires to run the distance inputted by the distance input key at the calculated running speed. The calculated time is displayed on a display unit of the time calculating device.

Abstract: A multifunction electronic analog timepiece includes a face and a plurality of indicators positioned on the face for displaying at least two time keeping functions. At least two step motors are provided for driving the plurality of time keeping function indicators. The time keeping function indicators are arbitrarily disposed about the face dependent upon the number of step motors and position of step motors required to drive the indicators. A microcomputer is provided and includes a program memory for storing software instructions for controlling the step motors.

Abstract: A swimmer's lap counter for registering the number of laps traversed by a swimmer in a pool. The counter includes a waterproof housing containing a control and display unit, which floats in a pool and is anchored to the pool edge. A piezoelectric touch pad descends therefrom and extends below the water line. Deformation of the touch pad increments the counting circuit, the current numerical state of which is displayed from the housing in a manner easily readable by the swimmer. A variety of alternative anchoring fixtures for retaining the housing at or near the edge of the pool are disclosed. In a first embodiment, the housing is coupled, preferably via an adjustable tether, to a conformable bracket that the user accommodates to the pool edge or coping such that the housing (and the touch pad coupled thereto) rest flush against the pool wall.

Abstract: In an electronic reading device, the bar code of the limit time set for a question to be solved is read with a bar code reader. This limit time data is set on a sub tract timer, which decrements as time passes. The bar code reader is also designed to read the answer bar code for the question. During the limit time, answer bar codes can be read with the bar code reader. Beyond the limit time, however, those codes cannot be read. This encourages the learner to solve the questions within the limit time, enhancing the learning effects.

Abstract: A timer which is resistive or substantially impervious to an outage which is encountered in the main power supply voltage. The timer includes a non-volatile power storage for specifiable switching timepoints, and instead of a power storage-buffered or backed running reserve possesses only a resetting device for the actual timer time setting at the renewed availability of the main power supply.

Abstract: Method and system for recording and processing time-related data, in particular data relating to the operation and driving of vehicles. The time-related data to be processed are recorded autonomously with the aid of data collecting means and data recording means to be connected detachably thereto, with the addition of time-related reference codes, the reference codes being generated completely autonomously on the basis of a relative time unit.

Abstract: An electronic interval timer in which a cylindrical shell having five rows of LEDs mounted at spaced intervals from top to bottom, formed every 72.degree. about the circumference simulates an hourglass timer. Timer and control circuits are connected to select a desired time interval and to illuminate the LEDs and turn off successive rings in proportion to the time remaining in the selected interval at any given time after actuation. An audible buzzer is also provided as are interrupt and reset capabilities.

Abstract: A medical apparatus to be worn in the mouth comprises a battery-fed measuring unit (15) including a clock generator (18) and a counter (20) for counting the pulses of the clock generator. Accuracy of the time measurement decisively depends on the precision of the oscillating frequency of the clock generator. In the invention, there is used a clock generator (18) wherein frequency precision is low. When the counted value of the counter (20) is read into an external evaluating unit, the measuring unit supplies a reference time required by the clock generator (18) for generating a number of pulses. The evaluating unit calculates the time corresponding to the counted value under consideration of the length of the reference time. Thus, the evaluating unit measures the cycle length of the pulses of the clock generator, and this cycle length is multiplied by the number of the counted clock pulses. In this manner, time measurement is performed in a precise manner without requiring a highly precise clock generator.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus for monitoring the remaining storage period of frozen foods. The apparatus includes an electro-optical display, a control electronics with a memory or data storage, input elements for entering the data with regard to the frozen foods (type of commodity, remaining storage period) as well as one switch element for initiating the storage of the data in the apparatus, and wherein subsequent to the input of the data regarding a commodity which is to be newly stored, there appears on the display an identification number which has not been taken as yet and which is assigned to these data, which is to be applied onto the commodity and serves for the later identification thereof in the freezer; and wherein, after the expiration of the remaining storage period, there is generated an applicable warning signal.

Abstract: An improved medication timer which encourages economic efficiency by providing an inexpensive restart switch that is useable and reliable with both child-resistant or non-child-resistant medication containers. This apparatus includes a timing-and-alarm unit, an automatic time-measurement restart switch compression switch external to the inner (medication-containing) compartment, and a two-element medication closure with an inner cap element providing the physical and chemical closure and the outer sleeve element providing a means for engaging the inner cap element, retaining the timing-and-alarm unit, and activating the automatic time-measurement restart switch compression switch.

Abstract: A device whereby the wearer receives a succession of prompts on a random interval schedule of reinforcement when activated by a corresponding succession of user inputs comprising: push of input push button, switch to determine if input is valid or invalid, means to activate random number generator, means to activate decrement, switch to determine completion or non-completion of decrement, output of one pulse, push of input push button, switch to determine if input is valid or invalid, step timer, switch to determine if invalid input push button occurred within ten seconds of output of one pulse, a push of input push button, switch to determine if input is valid or invalid, step timer, switch to determine if invalid input push button occurred within ten seconds of push of input push button, means to activate random number generator, means to activate decrement, switch to determine completion or non-completion of decrement, and output of two pulses.

Abstract: An anti-rotational device for a cam-operated timer is used in appliances with timer control knobs that recess when the appliance is operating. A spring biased axially displaceable shaft that carries a circular disc having teeth peripherally disposed around its circumference is provided. When the shaft is axially displaced by pressure on the timer control knob, the teeth on the circular disc engage raised tabs on the timer's housing, and the engagement prevents the shaft from rotating.

Abstract: An indicating device having an indicator and a face which depicts an activity path such as the representation of a golf course. The indicator and path move relative to one another at a prescribed rate. By referring to the device, the user can determine the proper prescribed location after an elapsed time. The device will assist golfers and others in maintaining a desired rate of progress. The device may have an auxiliary timer. The activity path may be arranged in a circular or linear fashion. In an alternate embodiment, the device has a digital display.

Abstract: A ski pole is formed with a handle having spaced lugs mounted thereon divided by parallel slots. The lugs include an arcuate rear face and a planar forward face, with the planar forward face positioned above an arcuate recess of a convex configuration to enhance grasping and securement of the ski pole. The ski pole head mounting the lugs includes a swivel connection permitting angular orientation of the ski pole handle relative to the ski pole shaft.

Abstract: A uni-direction rotation device in a cam-operated timer is accomplished by coupling the timer control shaft to the camstack with a semi-circular tang and semi-circular slot connection. When the timer control knob is rotated in the biased or right direction, the slot is coupled to the tang, and the timer can be set. But when the timer control knob is rotated in the unbaised or wrong direction, the slot is uncoupled from the tang and the timer control knob rotates freely, so the timer cannot be set.

Abstract: A timing device for pacing an examinee through a timed, multi-question examination. The device includes means for inputting a plurality of signals corresponding to a number of questions and a time interval for answering them. Memory means are provided for storing the signals. The device includes a clock means for generating a real time signal indicative of the current time. A central processor determines a response time interval for answering each question by dividing the total time interval by the number of questions. The CPU successively decrements the total time interval by the response time interval until the total time interval is zero, at the same time successively incrementing the number of questions by one each time the total time interval is decremented. These changing values are continuously displayed on an LCD display.

Abstract: A programmable timing device for use in combination with an existing thermostat housing is set forth wherein the apparatus effects actuation selectively or in combination of an audible and visual display to alert an individual to a need in maintenance of an associated furnace air filter. The apparatus may be secured to a wall surface or optionally, adhesively secured to the existing thermostat housing by means of a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is provided with break-away orthogonally oriented grooves to accommodate the housing of the timing apparatus in regions of limited support wall surface area to accommodate the entire mounting bracket.

Abstract: A personal memory aid device and a pressure sensitive transducer which are both adapted to be worn at differing locations on an operator for the purpose of conveniently registering desired events. Actuation of the pressure transducer, either by a simple motion of the operator or by contact of the operator with another object, causes storage of information, such as an event count, concerning the an event defined by such actuation to be stored for concurrent or later communication to the operator. Wired and microwave links are provided for signalling between the transducer unit and the housing. A preferred embodiment is arranged to be implemented in combination with timekeeping circuitry and to be worn on the wrist of the operator in the manner of a wrist watch. The memory aid device is particularly adapted for use during athletic activity by the provision of a waterproof case.

Abstract: A device for displaying information by means of a hand which is driven by a stepping motor rotatable in both forward and backward directions and which moves within a limited range, in which the stepping motor receives a driving signal enough to move and scan the hand in one direction in the whole range of the limited region for facilitating the attachment of the hand, and depending on the object to be measured, overtravel inhibiting circuit means are added to prevent any misdisplay.

Abstract: The minute summer is used as a counting-down device and comprises a rotating disk sector (11) revealing a contrasted dial sector preceding the zero of the graduated scale, at the start of counting-down, and equipped with cut-out (15). This cut-out reveals a second sector (14) of contrasted appearance at the moment when the front edge (19) of the first sector reaches a graduation mark close to zero, for example the final minute, so as to inform the wearer that the final minute has started. Particularly intended for yachting.

Abstract: A control unit for indicating the status of a procedure is provided with a first indicator for indicating that the start of the procedure is imminent, a second indicator for indicating that the procedure has commenced, and a third indicator for indicating that the procedure is complete. A controller is provided to ensure that only one of the second and third indicators is energized after the procedure has been commenced and that neither indicator is energized until the procedure has commenced. Remote indicator units having their own sets of first, second and third indicators that operate in slaved configuration with the first, second and third indicators may also be provided. When used in connection with a treatment room, the first indicator also indicates that the room is occupied.

Abstract: A pair of spaced apart probes generally approximating the contact geometry of conveyed object to be wave soldered is similarly conveyed past and in contact with the solder wave. A timing circuit interconnects with the probes and measures the dwell time of the pair of probes in contact with the solder wave. The probes may have different shaped solder wave contacting parts (e.g., linear edge, points).

Abstract: A method and apparatus for timing the delivery of a speech comprises a rectangular case bearing a linear array of light emitting diodes arranged into three groups of different colors each corresponding to a portion of the speech. A microcontroller is configured to activate the LED's in sequence and adjustments are provided to control the rate at which LED's are activated within each group. The color of a presently activated LED informs the speaker at a glance which portion of the speech he should be delivering as well as the time remaining to complete such portion.

Abstract: A wearable device for automatically counting and timing the repetitions or laps during an athletic activity. The device preferably is worn either on the palm of the hand or the ball of the foot and comprises a raised, pressure-sensitive area which is depressed automatically through contact with a solid surface as part of the user's natural action in completing a lap or repetition. The device preferably also comprises a watertight case enclosing a microprocessor circuit which records and calculates various information for the user and displays this information on a liquid crystal display. Selecting means are provided on the case for selecting the information appearing on the display such as laps completed, total distance traveled, time to complete each lap, average lap time, average speed, total elapsed time, real time, and best lap time. An adjustable strap holds the device to the user's body.

Abstract: A timer comprising a time body which has an operating shaft capable of angularly rotating around an axis thereof from an original position, and outputs a continuous electrical signal only for a period of time during which the operating shaft returns from a desired angular position to the original position after the operating shaft has been rotated from the original position to the desired angular position, a knob provided at one end of the operating shaft, a push button capable of being pressed to a predetermined distance, and driving device for rotating the operating shaft from the original position by an angle corresonding to a distance to which the push button is pressed.

Abstract: In an elapsed-time meter, which comprises indicating digit wheels, which are mounted in a housing and operable by an electric motor via an interposed transmission, the rotor of the drive motor is rotatably mounted at one end in a partition contained in the housing and at the other end in a mounting plate, which on the side that is remote from the partition carries the transmission and which is integrally formed with resilient lugs, which cooperate with detent noses carried by the partition to detachably fix the mounting plate in position.

Abstract: A time of top-over indicator includes a mercury tilt switch connecting a battery to a digital clock with a clock display. The assembly is positioned on structure subject to tilting, such as a refuse container emptied by tilting. When a change of switch state occurs because of tilting of the tilt switch, the clock causes the display to change in such a manner as to indicate the time of occurrence of the tilting operation. In a preferred embodiment, the clock updates the display to show the time of occurrence of the tilting of the container and so maintains the display until the next occurrence of tilting. Alternatively, the clock is reset and restarted in response to the tilting of the container and displays the elapsed time since tilting of the container occurred.

Abstract: A directional starting spring which ensures that an AC synchronous motor is rotating in the proper direction is disclosed. The AC synchronous motor includes a circular magnet rotating in "synch" with the frequency of the alternating current. The magnet rotates a worm gear attached to the center on its axial face. This worm gear drives a second worm gear positioned perpendicular to the first worm gear. The second worm gear drives a series of gears which display the elapsed time. Attached to this second worm gear is the directional starting spring. If the motor is rotating in the proper direction the spring contacts the housing of the meter and slides on the second worm gear. If the motor is rotating in the wrong direction the spring contacts the axial face of the magnet stopping the rotating magnet and pushing it in the proper direction.

Abstract: A dual mode clock and timer unit includes a housing and a plurality of displays mounted on the housing for facilitating the viewing of time-related data from different directions. The housing has top, bottom, and side surfaces defining the exterior of the housing in a generally truncated pyramidal shape. The displays are mounted on the housing side surfaces and angularly displaced from one another. Switches are mounted on the top and bottom housing surfaces and are actuable for selecting one or the other of dual clock and timer operating modes and, after one or the other of the dual modes have been selected, for causing different functions to occur in one of the modes than in the other of the modes.

Abstract: A single chip programmable microcomputer timer for use in car washers, air dispensing machines, pay showers, suntan salons, vacuum equipment and the like. The timer unit is designed with a 4,000 bit microcomputer chip and contains a large scale integrated (LSI) circuit comprising a central processing unit (CPU), a read only memory (ROM) for program storage and a random access memory (RAM) for general data usage. The microcomputer functions to display a friendly message to the user of the timer and to display a diagnostic message on the timer's visual display when an error is recognized by the computer. The computer will flash the visual display at a predetermined time near the end of the cycle. Two programming buttons on the timer permit the coin inventory to be examined and/or cleared in conjuction with a nonvolatile memory designed in the computer. The computer also performs other functions all of which make the timer a very useful device for its many possible applications.

Abstract: An electrochemical time switching device comprising a hollow body (1). The hollow body (1) is filled with a liquid electrolyte (12), in which a disintegrable anode (11) and a cathode (8) are arranged, between which a charge flows through the electrolyte (12) when a voltage is applied between the anode connection (6) and the cathode connection (7). An elastic sleeve (9) is arranged in the hollow body (1) between the anode connection (6) and the anode (11) and this sleeve encloses an electrical lead-in wire (10) interconnecting the anode connection (6) and the anode (11). The cross-section of the lead-in wire (10) is smaller than the cross-section of the anode (11) and its length is smaller than the length of the relieved sleeve (9).

Abstract: An appliance timer includes a motor driven cam carried in a housing. A switch blade carried in the housing is responsive to the cam to selectively activate one of a pair of switch circuits, each of which provide a different operating level for an appliance function, e.g. several different heat levels in an automatic dryer. Each switch circuit includes a contact, a contact support spring, and an electrical feed-through which connects to a terminal strap on the exterior of the housing. A resistor that is an integral part of one of the switch circuits provides the level differentiation between the circuits. In one embodiment a carbonaceous organic resistor chip replaces the circuit contact. In another embodiment an inorganic ceramic resistor slug replaces the circuit feed-through.

Abstract: In the electric timer having an analog time display and a disk-or ring-shaped program carrier programmable by means of slide contacts, the program carrier is settable selectively by means of a switching device to different synchronous speeds of rotation, namely one revolution per week or one revolution per day. To this end two drive rings concentric with the axis of rotation of the program carrier are provided, of which one revolves at a speed of one revolution per day and the other at one revolution per week. The program carrier can be coupled selectively with one of the two drive rings by means of a coupling member adjustable to radii of different size on the same radius vector. While the drive ring revolving at the slow speed can be coupled with the program carrier in seven different angular positions, for the drive ring which revolves once a day only a single angular position exists in which it can be coupled with the program carrier.

Abstract: A video cassette recorder for rental use having a timer means for counting the preset time, a back up power-supply such as battery and so on, and a start means for starting said timer means whereby the recorder makes only the normal reproducing operation impossible to perform till the re-start is performed after the lapse of the preset time from the timer start.

Abstract: A timer includes a cam driven by a motor and a clutch for permitting the cam to be turned independently of the motor. The clutch includes a clutch plate having a toothed rim, the plate sandwiched between a pair of spring washers, and a tubular eyelet passing through openings in the plate and washers. The clutch assembly is placed on a mandrel and the washers are spun while the teeth on the plate engage a force gauge. The end of the eyelet is flared to fasten the clutch assembly together with a force which provides a predetermined torque between the plate and washer as measured by the force gauge.

Abstract: A microprocessor-based electronic timekeeping apparatus or stopwatch for measuring multiple intervals of time, such as the elapsed times of a race horse covering successive distances of a race course, is disclosed. This hand-holdable, self-contained stopwatch has four multiple-digit display fields for simultaneously displaying up to four measured intervals of time preferably in minutes, seconds and fractions of a second. In a first mode of operation, the stopwatch is used to measure and display four overlapping intervals of time having a common starting time and different stopping times. In a second mode of operation, the stopwatch is used to measure multiple intervals of time which have an operator-determined untimed period between successive intervals. The stopwatch includes additional display fields for indicating the mode of operation and the specific intervals of time being displayed.

Abstract: A timepiece includes a variable color digital display for exhibiting a digital indication of time. A comparator and color control are provided for controlling the color of the digital indication in accordance with its relation to predetermined low and high time limits such that time before the low time limit is indicated in a first color, time after the high time limit is indicated in a second color, and time between the low and high time limits is indicated in a third color.

Abstract: A self contained electronic timer device for controlling the length of time that a peripheral device connected to the timer will operate. The timer has a novel way of use a capacitor bank with charge ladling so that a precision time can be selected with a minimal of cheap components.

Abstract: A time display apparatus including a display having a digital display portion and a peripheral analog display portion comprised of a plurality of display segments. Display control means is provided for controlling the digits of the digital display and the segments of the analog display. A manual selection mode switch is used to provide at least two separate modes of control including a normal time mode in which the digital display registers hours and the analog display registers minutes, and a count mode in which the digital display registers minutes and the analog display registers seconds. The count mode can be separated into two separate modes, one for counting up and one for counting down. Furthermore, there is provided an alarm mode associated with the normal time mode.