Abstract: A golf club incorporating an interchangeable shaft system includes a shaft, a shaft sleeve, a club head. The shaft sleeve is coupled to an end of the shaft and is received in a hosel included in the club head. The shaft sleeve is removably coupled to the club head. Hosel and shaft sleeve alignment features provide discrete orientations between the shaft and club head.

Abstract: A system of interchangeable club heads sharing one or more shafts and golf bag for carrying the club heads and one or more shafts. The club heads contain a shaft segment to set club length and a coupler to interconnect to the shaft and grip. The shaft contains an opposite gender coupler. The system is very lightweight and much more portable than a conventional set of golf clubs. It also creates the opportunity for players to match club heads with shafts with differing performance characteristics. Additionally, it solves a problem for golfers using long shafts on putters. These long shafts can now be disassembled for storage and transport. A ramp on the circumference of one end of a pullback sleeve works in conjunction with a post on a grip end fitting to more tightly couple the club head end to a shaft.

Abstract: A dielectric tubular fitting for dissipating electrical energy, while providing fluid flow therethrough, the fitting including a non-metallic reinforced hose extending between and fluidly interconnecting spaced metallic tubes, and a means within the hose for providing controlled electrical resistance to dissipate positive charge of fluid flowing through the fitting. A dielectric cover is provided surrounding and encapsulating the hose, and at least partially encapsulating each of the tubes.

Abstract: A connection for connecting shafts in a wind turbine includes a first shaft and a second shaft which are inter-connectable by connecting an interconnection part of the first shaft and an interconnection part of the second shaft, and a shrinkable disk positioned and adapted so as to lock the first shaft to the second shaft by providing pressure to the interconnection parts of the first and second shaft when the interconnection parts are interconnected, and where the interconnection part of each of the first and second shafts comprises a plurality of friction surfaces transferring moment between the first and second shafts by friction.

Abstract: One example embodiment includes a resistance chamber for use in an exercise system. The resistance chamber includes a first chamber and a second chamber. The second chamber is configured to attach to the first chamber and rotate relative to the first chamber. The resistance chamber also includes a core rod. The core rod resides within the first chamber and the second chamber and is attached to the interior of the second chamber. The resistance chamber further includes a resistance tube, where at least of a portion the resistance tube is configured to be placed between the interior surface of the first chamber and the core rod.

Abstract: An arrangement is provided for attaching a contact tube to a shaft of a continuous resistance annealing system for wires, wherein a centered flange is mounted on one end of the shaft, the flange including ring attachment structures for shaft-centered attachment of a ring to the flange. The ring includes tube attachment structures for ring-centered attachment of the contact tube to the ring and flange attachment structures for shaft-centered attachment of the ring to the flange. In the method for attaching a contact tube to a shaft of a continuous resistance annealing system for wires, a corresponding arrangement is constructed. To this end, the contact tube is attached to the ring in a ring-centered manner by the tube attachment structures, if the attachment has not already taken place. The ring is subsequently attached to the flange in shaft-centered manner by means of the ring attachment structures and the flange attachment structures.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a bicycle wheel repair kit for joining a first segment of a spoke to a second segment of the spoke, the first segment extending radially outward from a wheel hub to terminate in a first free end and the second segment extending radially inward from a wheel rim to terminate in a second free end. The kit may include a coupler including a first engagement member and a second engagement member. The first engagement member is configured to engage the first free end. The second engagement member is generally opposite the first engagement member and configured to engage the second free end. The coupler is configured such that a distance between the first engagement member and the second engagement member can be adjusted.

Abstract: A device includes a cam-lock assembly located at an end of an inner tube inserted into an outer tube. The inner tube and the outer tube slide with respect to one another to adjust an overall length when the cam-lock assembly is in a released position, and rotation of one of the inner tube and the outer tube engages the cam-lock assembly such that the inner tube and the outer tube are fixed at a particular length.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for transporter shaft coupling and decoupling to assure alignment of a user interface with a control shaft through matching asymmetric cylindrical surfaces and alignment of an upper shaft segment and a lower shaft segment with ribs meshing with grooves on rings attached to the upper shaft. A tone confirms proper connection. Alignment apparatus is protected from damage associated with torques applied to the control shaft by tab features designed to first give way before other damage is incurred and from moisture by apparatus that seals the connection between upper and lower shaft segments. The user is protected from sudden loss of control by requiring the user interface to execute a sequence of linear and rotational manipulations during assembly of the shaft.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coupling assembly such as a coupling assembly for coupling an ostomy bag to a base plate, said base plate being adhered around a stoma. The present invention especially relates to a coupling assembly comprising a first, second and third coupling part, which are coupled together to form a coupling assembly.

Abstract: A mounting system with a receiver arrangement with an annular gland nut and an annular receiver bushing. The bushing having an inner passage and an oppositely facing outer surface. The outer bushing surface having at least one receiver-bearing surface shaped to engage a bearing surface of the mounting opening to align the receiver laterally within the opening. The bushing further including a support edge to position the receiver axially within the mounting opening. The annular gland nut having an OD thread configured to threadingly engage an ID thread in the mounting opening and having a contact edge to engage the receiver and force the support edge of the receiver against the bottom ledge of the mounting opening thereby securing the receiver axially in the mounting opening.

Abstract: An internal locking device (11) for a telescopic extendable pole (10) of the type comprising an inner and outer telescopic section (13,12) and a stop (22) on the outer section (13) which prevents detachment of the inner section (13) from the outer section (12). The locking device (11) has a mechanical locking means (18) which can be actuated to lock the two sections (12,13) together and a rotatable collar (24) is provided adjacent the locking means (28) to prevent contact between the stop (22) and the locking means (28).

Abstract: A shim for reducing play between a roller blind tube and a roller blind end plug, the shim including a rib receiving portion sized and configured to receive a rib from a roller blind tube, wherein the shim is capable of being located between adjacent splines of a roller blind end plug.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for securing a shaft to collar connection (16) of two shafts (12, 14), in particular for securing a PTO shaft stub (14) of a PTO shaft of a tractor. The device comprises a locking element (40) preventing a disconnection of an established shaft to collar connection (16) between the two shafts (12, 14) in axial direction. One of the two shafts (12) comprises a collar (15) with a positive engagement element (38) for a locking engagement with the other shaft (14). The other shaft (14) comprises a positive engagement (22) for a locking engagement with the shaft (12) comprising the collar (15). The locking element (40) is basically ring-shaped and arranged at the first of the two shafts (12). In order to enable an easier handling of the axial locking of the shaft to collar connection (16), it is suggested, that the locking element comprises a toothing (44), which is basically complementarily formed to the toothing (22) of the second of the two shafts (14).

Abstract: A connecting flange (1) for transmission elements of cycles and motorcycles, comprising a disk (2) provided with a central hole (3) whose shape and dimensions are complementary to those of the hub (4) of a wheel (5) and provided with elements (6) for coupling to the hub (4), the perimetric rim (7) of the disk (2) comprising anchoring means (8) for at least one ring gear (9).

Abstract: A fluid operated wash brush is provided. The wash brush includes a casing having a downwardly opening top cover. The casing includes a liquid inlet for connection to a fluid supply. The wash brush also includes a rotary wash brush and a mounting shaft supported by the casing for relative rotation on which the rotary wash brush is carried. A retention mechanism is carried on a distal end of the mounting shaft for releasable engagement and disengagement with the rotary wash brush.

Abstract: A motion transmitting remote control assembly (20) of the type for transmitting motion in a curved path by a flexible core element (22) in a conduit (24) is secured to a support structure (76) having a U-shaped slot. A coupling body (36) surrounds the core element (22) and is surrounded by a support body (66) for attachment to the support structure (76). A flange (42) extends radially about the coupling body (36) and is disposed axially between a first and second ends (38, 40) of the coupling body (36). First and second isolators (52, 54) surround the coupling body (36) on opposite sides of the flange (42) and include first and second ribs (63, 64) projecting radially from first and second head portions (61, 62) of the isolators (52, 54). The first and second ribs (63, 64) contact an inner radial surface (122) of the support body (66) thereby spacing the first and second head portions (61, 62) from the support body (66).

Abstract: To provide a seal for a conducting element (3) which is positioned eccentrically in a through-hole (2) in a housing wall (1), a proposal is made for a sealing body (8) which can be moved in a radial direction (11) and which can be fixed after assembly of the conducting element (3) by means of a clamping device (19).

Abstract: An adapter is for use in cooperation with a post. The adapter includes an upper adapter portion which will be attached to a first part of the post, and a lower adapter portion which will be attached to a second part of the post. The adapter also includes a cylindrically helical spring connecting the upper adapter portion to the lower adapter portion so as to allow relative movement between the upper and lower adapter portions, including either rotational movement in which the post remains upright, or movement in which the first part of the post bends, or both. At least one of the two adapter portions is shaped to receive the helical spring as a screw.

Abstract: A snap ring having improved retention characteristics is configured for use inside a cylindrical cavity. The cavity includes a retention device having a retention surface forming an obtuse angle with the cavity wall. As an axial load is applied to the snap ring, it moves along the retention surface, thereby experiencing a reduction in diameter. The snap ring includes a circumferential discontinuity defined by two generally radial planar surfaces, or ring ends. The discontinuity is configured such that the ring ends will abut one another before the snap ring diameter is reduced beyond the retaining diameter.

Abstract: A tubular assembly that includes a plug (45) residing within at least a portion of each of a first tube (12) and a second tube (30), is described. Each of the first and second tubes have perforations (21 and 39) that are separately aligned with cavities (51) in the exterior surface (48) of the plug (45). Plastic material (54) is molded separately through the perforations (21 and 39) of the first and second tubes (12 and 30) and at least partially fills the cavities (51) of the plug (45). The edges (24) of the perforations (21) of the first tube (12), and the edges (42) of the perforations (39) of the second tube (30) are embedded in the plastic material (54) extending therethrough, thereby fixedly attaching the first and second tubes to the plug therein.

Abstract: Proposed is a connecting point between two tool parts with a device, comprising an elastic element, for effecting a defined angular position of rotation between the tool parts. Said connecting point is characterized in that the elastic element (23) in a first area (43) is clamped to the first tool part (3) in such a manner that in connecting the tool parts (3, 7) a second area (25) projects into the path of motion of the second tool part (7) so that it is deflected by said tool part and is deformed reversibly.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for the bracing connection of spaced-apart components (1, 2) by means of a connecting screw (5), comprising a supporting part (3), which can be secured on the first component (1) by means of fastening elements (8), and a spacer part (4), which can be displaced axially in relation to the supporting part (3) by virtue of rotation and, as the connecting screw (5), fitted into an opening of the spacer part, is screwed in, is carried along, as a result of friction-fitting engagement of the lateral surface of the screw shank against resilient elements (9) projecting into the opening, until it strikes against the second component (2). It is proposed that both the supporting part (3) and the spacer part (4) are threaded bushings (6, 7) formed in one piece, the fastening elements (8) and the resilient elements (9) forming parts of the respective shaped member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for fastening a rotatory drivable tool to the head of a technoscope by screwing a tool holder provided at the proximal side end of the tool to the distal end of the shank of a drive spindle. To secure undesired detaching of the tool from the technoscope, the tool holder is additionally screwed onto and against a cylinder sleeve which is run through by the shank of the drive spindle and rotatably mounted in the technoscope head.

Abstract: A fluid oscillation damper is provided with an electromagnetically controlled valve for varying the damping force of the oscillation damper. The electromagnetically controlled valve is housed within a compartment confined by two housing parts. A first housing part is fastened to a container of the oscillation damper A second housing part is fastened to the first housing part. Both housing parts are nonreleasably interconnected. The electromagnetically controlled valve is actuated by an electromagnetic coil. The electromagnetic coil is provided with a ferromagnetic core. This ferromagnetic core is constituted by a plurality of components. These components are assembled so as to reduce the magnetic resistance for the magnetic flux.

Abstract: A fastener assembly for engaging a lattice-like structure. The fastener assembly includes a main body having individual portions which interact with a vertical component of the lattice. An object of interest, having a plate upon which an emblem or decorative ornament may be mounted, is borne by the main body and operable to be releasably secured on it. The object of interest may be fastened or otherwise fixed to the main body by a fastener which is operable to engage the main body and the object of interest thus securing the main body and the object of interest on the lattice-like structure.

Abstract: A fluid oscillation damper is provided with an electromagnetically controlled valve for varying the damping force of the oscillation damper. The electromagnetically controlled valve is housed within a compartment confined by two housing parts. A first housing part is fastened to a container of the oscillation damper. A second housing part is fastened to the first housing part. Both housing parts are nonreleasably interconnected.

Abstract: An interior sleeve for a pair of telescoping tubular members, in which the sleeve is mounted in an outer tubular member. The sleeve has locking studs on its exterior surface which are aligned with locking apertures in the outer tubular member. The sleeve has an annular flange disposed on the outer end of the sleeve to abut to the outer end of the outer tubular member and a longitudinal slot to allow compression of the sleeve to fit into the tubular member.

Abstract: An encoder interface for interfacing an encoder having a first part defining a first axis to a structure having a second part defining a second axis substantially parallel to the first axis includes a portion for translating the first part with respect to the second part in a direction transverse to the first axis and a portion for rigidly rotationally stabilizing the first part with respect to the second part against a rotation of the first part about the first axis induced by a translation of the first part with respect to the second part in the direction transverse to the first axis.

Abstract: An adapter device for portable voting booth serves to widen the space between front support legs. The adaptive device is comprised of two parallel, spaced apart cylindrical members, with coplanar lower end portions. The cylindrical members are connected together by a horizontal flange portion coplanar with, and extending beyond, the lower end portion perimeters thereof. One cylindrical member is inserted into a corner member of the portable voting booth from below, and the other cylindrical member is hollow and forms a socket which receives and grips a support leg inserted into the socket from below the voting booth. The cylindrical member and support leg socket member for the device are separated by a vertical flange portion tapered toward the cylindrical member which inhibits flexing of the support leg when the adapter device is in use.

Abstract: A coupling apparatus where two coaxially held coupling halves are connected by a tensioning member provided with a predetermined breaking point. The tensioning member secured at one end to its associated coupling half, is radially and tangentially displaced with respect to the end of the tensioning member secured to the other coupling half. At the overload condition, one coupling half makes a complete rotation, after breaking, with respect to the other coupling half. A rotary escapement is provided as a holding structure so that when one element of the tensioning member swings, it does so out of the path of the other.

Abstract: A heat shield surrounds an exhaust tail pipe of an internal combustion engine so as to define a certain thickness of an insulating layer of air between the shield and the tail pipe.

Abstract: An inertial energy storage rotor defined by a plurality of independent, concentric rotor rings rotatable about a vertical axis. A spacer ring connects each outer rotor ring to its adjacent inner rotor ring and is constructed of a substantially rigid material. The spacer ring has a cylindrical configuration and a plurality of slots which alternatingly extend from opposing axial ends of the ring towards the opposite end of the ring. The slots terminate short of such opposite end. The spacer ring includes first and second connecting tabs which are disposed at the respective axial ends of the ring for engaging and rotationally interlocking the rings, supporting the outer ring on the inner ring, maintaining the rings concentric with respect to each other, and permitting differential dilations in the rings during high rates of rotation of the wheel.