Abstract: A timing device including a primary audio signal and a secondary visual signal feature which is released upon expiration of the desired time sequence and will thereupon extend outward from the timer body. The audio and visual signal features may be activated independently or simultaneously, at the user's selection. The function of this timer is also entirely mechanical, thereby rendering the device highly useful for the hearing impaired, compatible with a broad spectrum of environmental conditions, capable of long life operation and completely portable and self powered. The outer surfaces of the timing device, having relatively smooth surfaces, are well-suited for application of art work, logos and graphics for advertising and promotional purposes.

Abstract: A watch with a clockwork comprising a ringer whose actuation is controlled from outside the watch by means of a control unit, a dial plate comprising an opening, a shutter (10) movable between a first position covering the opening and a second position leaving the opening free. The control unit (12) is arranged in such a way that it enables the shutter to be moved from the first position to the second position when the ringer is actuated.

Abstract: An electronic wall mountable alarm clock is simulative of a basketball backboard with red lighted numbers displaying the time of day. The backboard has buttons on top for setting the time and the alarm. A rim attached to the backboard has two photocells positioned directly across from each other such that when the alarm sounds at a previously set time, a ball can be tossed through the basket between the photocells shutting the alarm off. Soft rubber balls can be used with the hoop alarm clock. The alarm can also be turned off manually.

Abstract: An alarm clock is provided which coordinates mechanical motion or action with a distinctive sound, when the alarm clock reaches a set alarm time. The action alarm clock includes an elongated base defining a linear track for movement of an object such as a train engine between end stops when the alarm clock reaches the set alarm time. Such movement is accompanied by an audible sound comprising a novelty sound chosen to correspond with the nature of the moving object. When the moving object reaches a front end stop, the sound is terminated and a regular alarm clock signal is enabled.

Abstract: In a battery powered alarm clock, an alarm switching device comprises at least one detecting wheel whose phase is set in accordance with the desired alarm time, at least one detecting switch which is closed when the phase of the time wheel of the clock corresponds to that of the detecting wheel and a printed circuit board having alarm circuitry mounted thereon with at least one land for connecting the alarm circuitry to one pole of the battery. The alarm switching device construction provides solderless connection by at least two battery contact plates for contacting the two poles of the battery. One of the plates provides three electrical contacts including a first contact with one pole of the battery, a second contact with the land on the printed circuit board and a third contact with the detecting switch, whereby the assembly and construction of the clock is greatly simplified.