Abstract: A clinch-type fastener permits sheets to be joined at a right angle corner. The fastener includes a rectangular base with clinch-type undercut grooves along the sides. The base is connected to a partial cylindrical channel defining an axial bore for receiving a screw or pin. The axis of the channel is parallel to the undercuts and to a first sheet into which the base is clinched being received by a corresponding aperture in the base sheet. Tapered guides located on each side of the fastener directly above the undercuts facilitate placement of the insert into the sheet prior to clinching. The fastener is preferably formed by extruding metal to form a long length of material having this lateral profile. Individual fasteners can then be produced simply by cutting an elongate extrusion into small segments.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the attachment of a centrifugal mass or a modular clutch to the output end of a crankshaft of an internal combustion engine. For this purpose, axially-oriented gear teeth can be introduced in both parts, e.g. a serration, and there can be a central screw element which can extend into a threaded portion in the crankshaft. The present invention teaches that an axially-oriented spring bias can be applied to both parts to create a reliable connection between the parts of the gear teeth.

Abstract: A method of assembling a chair back onto a chair bottom by providing a back portion of material having first and second end portions insertable into the chair bottom, boring a hole longitudinally into the ends of the back members, providing a bore transverse to the longitudinal bore on each of the end portions of the chair back, inserting peg member into the transverse bore, the peg member further including a threaded bore which aligns with the longitudinal bore when the member is positioned therein, providing a bolt member insertable into the longitudinal bore from the underside of the chair bottom and threadably engaging the peg member inserted therein, and threadably tightening the bolt member so that as the bolt member is tightened the chair back end portions are fulled in engagement with the chair bottom.

Abstract: An end of a composite cylinder is formed about a multipiece end assembly having a contour which prevents the withdrawal of the end assembly from the cylinder. The pieces of the end assembly are relatively forced apart and a spacer is positioned between the parts to maintain the pieces in intimate contact with the inner surface of the cylinder thus preloading the end prior to application of an axial load or removing any residual gap from the manufacturing process. The cylinder may have end assemblies at both ends and to which may be coupled external connectors such as flange members, for construction of a marine riser.

Abstract: The device (15) for joining together a first plate (7) and a second plate (8)of the baffle assembly, which are located substantially at right angles, includes a screw (16) engaged in a housing consisting of an opening (18) passing through the first plate (7), and of a tapped blind opening (20) in the second plate (8). At least one opening (21) places an annular space (18b) around the shank (16b) of the screw in communication with the entry part (18a) of the opening (18) passing through the first plate (7), in order to deconfine the screw (16). The opening (21) may be a radial opening passing through a cup (17) against which the screw head (16a) comes to bear or an opening machined in the first plate (7) against a shoulder (18c) of the screw housing and the part (18b) of the opening for passing through the first plate (7) in which the shank (16b) of the screw (16) is engaged.

Abstract: A connector comprising a body having a body central bore defining a body axis, one end contoured to conform to a surface of a support member, and another end shaped to coaxially abut a free end of a hollow member. An expansion element is carried by the body for close entry into the hollow member when the body and the free end abut. A drive element passes through the body central bore and has one end adapted to engage the support member, and another end engaging the expansion element, to impart a radially outward force component to the expansion element as at least a portion of the drive element is drawn toward the one end of the body. The expansion element can be in the form of resilient fingers cantilevered from the body into the hollow member, and the drive element can be a wedge member drawn by a bolt, toward the one end of the body, for urging the resilient fingers outwardly.

Abstract: A plastic film cutter for clamping to an upstanding edge of a carton housing a supply of plastic film. The film is pulled across the top of an elongated cutter body which has a groove to guide a sliding cutter. The lower portion of the cutter has a plurality of inverted "U" shaped clamps for fitting over the carton edge. At least one of the clamps has a projection on its inner surface to prevent the cutter from being used on cartons for which it is not intended, that is, cartons which do not have a corresponding cutout to receive the projection.

Abstract: A fastener assembly having a receptacle attached to the underside of a first panel aligned with a first hole adapted to receive therein a threaded bolt extending through a second hole in a second panel. The holes are aligned and a spring-biased expandable bushing, associated with the receptacle, extends into the first hole receiving the bolt therethrough. When the bolt is threaded into the receptacle, the nut is drawn up, compressing the spring and biasing the bushing, expanding the same, completely, filling the first hole and providing a firm locking engagement therein.

Abstract: A rod member connector including a coupling hole and a coupling tube adapted for holding two rod members of a folding chair at right angles, and two outward flanges raised from the periphery of the coupling hole at one side opposite to the coupling tube and defining a mouth adapted for holding a third rod member of the folding chair to secure the folding chair in the collapsed condition.

Abstract: An improved mounting structure includes a soft mounting sleeve having a locking hole at a central position for fitting into a through hole of a mount, and a screw fitted with a washer. In assembly, the screw is inserted into the mounting sleeve fitted into the mount before driven into a frame structure. When the screw is driven into the top side of the mount, the bottom side of the mounting sleeve will elevate with the turning of the screw to impose a pressure on the screw threads, thus preventing the screw from being driven further and achieving a good mounting effect. This arrangement also prevents the screw from driving unduly deep into the frame structure due to excessive torsional force to prevent any possible damage to the frame structure or the screw threads.

Abstract: A mounting structure including a locking plate disposed between a mount and a frame structure is described. The locking plate is provided with a central locking hole. A screw is provided with a washer that has a plurality of teeth at the outer periphery of its bottom side. The screw is passed through the washer, the mount and the locking plate into the flame structure. The teeth of the washer clutch the surface of the mount and prevent movement with the turning of the screw. The locking plate will slightly elevate with the turning of the screw, imposing a pressure on the screw to stop it from turning. This ensures firm locking of the mount to the frame structure preventing the screw from driving unduly deep into the frame structure to damage the frame structure or the screw threads.

Abstract: A rigid assembly of at least two intersecting constituent members which form between them at least one engagement canal made of two opposite holes in two brackets of one constituent member, each with an inwardly converging wall, and a registering transversal bore with divergent end portions in the other constituent member. A tightening device is accommodated within each engagement canal which comprises a first cylindrical member with a centrally bored frusto-conical head portion, a second cylindrical member slidably accommodated therein and having a screw-threaded central bore and a frusto-conical head portion, and a tightening screw connecting both cylindrical members, each of said frusto-conical head portions being of smaller size than the associated bracket hole and having a slant matching that of the side wall of the latter. When the tightening screw is tightened, the first and second cylindrical members of the tightening device are drawn together and the constituent members are fastened to each other.

Abstract: A device for steadying a first balanced rotatable member relative to a second balanced rotatable member. A steadying tool is applied to the first balanced rotatable member while another tool precision torques the second balanced rotatable member. An element having a surface placed against the first balanced rotatable member. The element includes a faceted aperture capable of locking interaction with the steadying tool. The element also includes an axis aperture to permit torquing of the second balance rotatable member with the torquing tool. The element is configured to not disrupt the balance of the first and second balance members. The element may be fixed to the first balanced rotatable member during use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a joining element, made of thin sheet metal, for joining a wooden component such as a beam or a post to a second component made of wood or another material, in particular for a concealed beam attachment or a post foot. The joining element has a planar attachment web provided with through holes which is to be inserted into a slot in the wooden on the end surface of the wooden component to be attached. The joining element is fastened with fasteners such as dowels which, in the assembled state, extend through the through holes. At least two fastening flanges are provided on the joining element, each with through holes, and are generally bent 90 degrees from the plane of the attachment web and configured integrally with the attachment web.

Abstract: A shaker table (10) for testing and quality control of devices attached to the table is shown. The mounting table (20) has pneumatic exciters (50) attached thereto. The exciters (50) are attached to the mounting table (20) with a mounting bolt (128) and spacers (132, 132') that comprise an insulating material to inhibit thermal transfer between the device and the exciters (50) and between the mounting table (20) and the exciters (50). The mounting table (20) provides uniform distribution of forces applied by the pneumatic exciters (50). The forces are evenly distributed in all directions from the impact of the exciters on the mounting table. The mounting table (20) is supported on a foundation (2) by adjustable supports (4). The exciters are supplied with pressurized air from a source (12) through an airline (14).

Abstract: A leg block joining system for table is disclosed. An assembly 1 is made of a synthetic resin, and includes opposite side wall plates 3 and 3', a projected edge 2, and supporting guiding portions 4, 4', 5, 5', 6, 6', 7 and 7'. The assembly 1 further includes bolt passages 8, 8', 10 and 10' and tool passages 9, 9', 11 and 11' having small diameters, the two sets of passages being formed in a shape of cross. A leg 14 having a rectangular cross section is provided with tool holes 15, 16 and 16', and bolt holes 17, 17', 18 and 18'. The assembly 1 is inserted into the leg 14, in such a manner that the tool passages and the bolt passages of the assembly 1 should be aligned with the tool holes and the bolt holes of the leg 14. Then connecting beams 19, 19' and 19" are connected to four of the legs 14, and then, upper and lower bolts are tightened into bolt tightening holes 20, 20', 20", 21, 21' and 21", thereby firmly joining the legs 14 and the connecting beams.

Abstract: The present invention relates to leg enhancements for barbecue grills (10) and specifically to a leg mounting element (100) for interconnecting each leg (6) to the cooking chamber (8) and a support assembly (200) for interconnecting the legs (6) to one another (6).

Abstract: An assembly block and system for connecting a plurality of bars. The block has a cross-section which is the same size as the cross section of the bars. A plurality of holes are formed in the block and cutouts extend from the holes to sides of the block. The bars can be coupled in various configurations by screws which extend through the holes formed in the block. The block does not extend outside of the dimensions of the bar in cross-section.

Abstract: A mannequin having a plurality of body sections with each of the body sections being shaped in the form of a mannequin shape of a portion of an individual's body, and a plurality of hinge assemblies for interconnecting the body sections to form a mannequin shape of at least a portion of an individual. Each of the hinge assemblies is adjustable for adjusting the force required to hingedly move one of the body sections relative to the other body section connected thereto. In one embodiment, the hinge assemblies also include a portion for rotating one body section relative to the other body section connected thereto.

Abstract: In a shopping cart comprising an undercarriage, a handle having two tubular portions extending generally upwardly from the undercarriage, and a basket mounted to the undercarriage and the handle, the basket has a gate hinged to the tubular portions of the handle via a hinge wire extending along an upper edge of the gate. Two tubular sleeves are fixed to the handle, each extending through an inwardly opening aperture in an associated one of the tubular portions of the handle. Each end portion of the hinge wire extends into one of the tubular sleeves. Two rivets are fixed to the handle, each having an outside head, a tubular shank extending inwardly through an outwardly opening aperture in an associated one of the tubular portions of the handle and through an associated sleeve, and a mandrel drawn outwardly into the shank so as to expand the shank and the associated sleeve.

Abstract: A metal connector includes a main metal member in the form of a tube which may be passed through a hole formed in a wooden member, a stop welded to one end of the main metal member, elongated holes formed in the lateral sides of the main metal member in the vicinity of its other end so as to permit a pin to be passed through it, and a tightening bolt threadedly engaged in the other end of the main metal member so that its distal end abuts against the pin. Alternatively, a metal connector includes a through-hole formed in the lateral side of the main metal member in the vicinity of its one end so as to be passed through by a bolt, and a tightening bolt threadedly engaged in the other end of the main metal member so that the distal end of the bolt is abutted against the pin when the bolt is tightened. Consequently, the wooden members of a construction may be connected easily and tightly to one another, while the mounting of the metal connector may be simplified with a view to improving the operating efficiency.

Abstract: A window meeting rail for single hung windows made from hollow plastic parts. The meeting rail comprises an elongated body, a clip inserted into an opening in the body and fastener means for joining the clip to a window jamb. The clip defines a bore and has wings spaced radially outward from the bore and extending generally parallel thereto. A preferred meeting rail has a hollow body and also includes a metal cross rail inserted into the hollow body for added strength and rigidity. Tightening a screw inserted into the bore spreads the wings outward so that hooks on end portions of the clip wings are wedged into slots formed in lateral walls of the cross rail.

Abstract: A securing structure for a stand of keyed instrument having a pair of side plates supporting a main body of the keyed instrument and a back plate spanned between the side plates and reinforcing them, the side plate and the back plate are interconnected by a screw through a securing plate with one end face of the back plate being abutted against a side face of the back plate being abutted against a side face of the side plate, the side plate has, at the side face thereof, a through aperture through which the screw can pass, the back plate has, at the end face thereof, an insert aperture corresponding to the through aperture, and at the side face thereof, a communicated aperture communicating with the insert aperture in a substantially octagonal direction relative to the insert aperture, the securing plate has a securing portion loosely inserted into the communicated aperture and having a threaded hole aligned with the insert aperture when the securing portion is inserted into the communicated aperture, and an

Abstract: An end frame assembly includes an outer frame, a lower support attached to the outer frame, and a plurality of spindles attached between the outer frame and the lower support. Heat deformable connectors are disposed between the outer frame and the lower support subsequent to painting the outer frame, lower support, and spindles. A plurality of rivets are used to connect the outer frame to selected spindles.

Abstract: In a shopping cart comprising an undercarriage, a handle having two tubular portions extending generally upwardly from the undercarriage, and a basket mounted to the undercarriage and the handle, the basket has a gate hinged to the tubular portions of the handle via a hinge wire extending along an upper edge of the gate. Each end portion of the hinge wire extends through an inwardly opening aperture in an associated one of the tubular portions of the handle. Two rivets are employed, each having a head bearing against one such tubular portion of the handle, a tubular shank extending inwardly through an outwardly opening aperture in the same handle portion, and a mandrel drawn outwardly into the shank so as to expand the shank. As disposed within the tubular portions of the handle, the mandrels of the rivets limit axial movement of the hinge wire and retain the end portions of the hinge wire within the tubular portions of the handle, approximately at a centered position.

Abstract: A universal attachment assembly for securing saw blades of different mounting configuration to the actuator shaft of an oscillating surgical saw. The blade is held firmly between a fixed receptor plate on the shaft and the selected surface of a selected profiled mounting disk by a locking nut. Each side of each mounting disk is differently profiled to mate with a different saw blade.

Abstract: A modular building system wherein two profiled tubular members are connected to each other by two first cores which are slidably received in one of two elongated channels of one of the members, by two second cores which are received in the two channels at one end of the other member, by two non-circular posts which extend into sockets of first cores, through one wall of the one member and into sockets of the second cores when the one end of the other member is placed against the outer side of the one wall of the one member. First pins are used to secure the first cores to the one member and to the posts in their sockets, second pins are used to secure the second cores to the respective posts, and threaded fasteners are used to secure the second cores to the other member and/or to the posts.

Abstract: The handrail assembly includes at least one tubular metal stanchion, having a base and a hemispherical cap having a threaded receiver and at least a horizontal top rail. The horizontal top rail has an inner metal pipe, an outer plastic pipe, and at least one aperture for receiving the metal stanchion. Prior to assemblage, a threaded fastener is attached to the interior of the inner metal pipe opposite the aperture. In an alternative embodiment, the hemispherical cap on the stanchion is replaced by a threaded fastener and a threaded nut is positioned within the interior of the inner metal pipe opposite the aperture. Prior to insertion of the stanchion into the aperture, at least one tubular plastic sheath, having a first end conforming with the base of the stanchion and a second end conforming with the top horizontal rail, is slipped onto the tubular metal stanchion.

Abstract: A rotatable mechanism for reversibly attaching an extension onto a long member is described; examples include an ergonomically correct extension, which fits and supports the entire natural shape of the arm, from the heel of the hand, along the inner wrist and up the forearm, thus combining the principle of leverage with the body's natural muscular dynamics, to transfer the load and strain away from the wrist to the more powerful muscles of the upper arm and shoulder. In a first embodiment, splines run on the outside of a shaft affixed previously to a handle, and co-operate with splines on the inside surface of a cylindrical hole in the extension. A screw inserted through the extension and threaded into a hole in the end of the handle prevents longitudinal separation between the handle and extension, and the splines prevent rotational movement.

Abstract: The handrail assembly includes at least one tubular metal stanchion having a base and at least one aperture through both sides of the stanchion and at least a horizontal top rail extending through the stanchion aperture. The horizontal top rail has an inner metal pipe, an outer plastic pipe, and at least one aperture through both sides of the rail for receiving a metal retaining rod. Following insertion of the horizontal top rail into the stanchion aperture, the apertures of the top horizontal rail are vertically oriented so that they are aligned with the tubular metal stanchion. Following alignment of the top horizontal rail apertures, the retaining rod is fitted into the apertures. In one embodiment, the retaining rod rests in a receiving cup located on the base of the stanchion. In an alternative embodiment, the retaining rod has an end plate affixed to it where the end plate is sized to be about the interior diameter of the tubular metal stanchion.

Abstract: A connector assembly for attaching a free end of a hollow tubular member to another article includes a bushing member for insertion within a free open end of the tubular member and a clip member for engagement of at least one interior surface of the hollow tubular member and for retaining the bushing member within the hollow tubular member, and an attachment member for connecting the article to the bushing member disposed within the tubular member.

Abstract: A support structure includes a support bar and at least one section bar which is mounted to the support bar and includes two inner chambers which define a common transverse axis coincidental with the longitudinal axis of the support bar and which receive fixing screws for allowing attachment of the section bar to the support bar.

Abstract: A metal connector and a jointing structure with which two members are jointed to each other with a sufficient fastening strength which can be grasped quantitatively. The metal connector comprises a metal connector body attached to a first one of the members and including a bottom plate and a core plate which has a window hole formed therein. A bolt is mounted on the core plate and extends into the window hole with a spacing left in the window hole. The other second member has a fitting recess formed therein in which the bottom plate and core plate of the metal connector body are received, and further has a working window hole formed therein.

Abstract: A jointing structure for connecting a horizontal first member with a vertical second member via a metal connector body by a simple operation requiring little or no horizontal movement of the first member, and wherein the two members are connected with a quantitatively determinable and sufficient fastening strength. The metal connector body includes a bottom plate and a vertically attached core plate, the core plate having a threaded hole formed at an end face thereof, an opposite end face of the metal connector body being provided with a mounting plate which is secured to the second member. A fitting recess is formed in the first member, as is a working window hole disposed outwardly of the fitting recess.

Abstract: Apparatus for mounting an optical disc whereby the yield strength of the disk is maintained. An upper section includes an end cap having a central bore, a deformable annular finger section, and a compression face for receiving a deformable O-ring. A lower section includes an insert having a cylindrical axial projection about which a deformable washer may be fitted. As the upper and lower sections are secured in the central aperture of the optical disk, the disk is captured between the finger section, O-ring, and washer.

Abstract: A coupling apparatus interconnects a first circular tube and a second circular tube which are perpendicular to each other so as to form a T-shaped tube unit. The coupling apparatus includes a first resilient securing member, a second resilient securing member and a bolt. Each of the first and second resilient securing members has a convex side surface, a concave side surface, a central hole and a plurality of radial projections. The first resilient securing member includes an internally threaded circular tubular projection projecting axially from a central portion thereof. The second resilient securing member includes a circular tubular projection projecting axially from a central portion of the convex side surface thereof. The first resilient securing member is first press fitted in an end portion of the first circular tube. The second resilient securing member is then press fitted in the end portion of the first circular tube to abut against the concave side surface of the first resilient securing member.

Abstract: A walker frame of the type including four legs which extend into contact with the ground and support an upper handgrip portion is modified by the provision of a skid member attached to at least the rear legs for engagement with the ground. The skid member includes a portion of a flat strip material manufactured from a high density plastic material with the front edge of the skid member turned upwardly to allow ready sliding over various surfaces. The flat strip is attached to the lower leg by an insert member which expands in the hollow interior at the lower end of the leg by screws passing through the skid member from the underside into the leg.

Abstract: A fastener for affixing a mounting track to a wall of a switchbox includes a retainer block for supporting a mounting track, the retainer block having a cross-sectional size and shape generally conforming to that of the interior cavity of the track. The retainer block includes a stop plate formed on a retainer block face, the stop plate covering the end of the mounting track when the retainer block is supporting the track. A fastening bore is formed in that end of the retainer block facing the stop plate and a sealing stay or rib is disposed on the retainer block to encircle the fastening bore.

Abstract: A modular frame for automotive vehicles, which comprises a pair of side rails oriented parallel to one another, each side rail having a plurality of apertures being substantially similar in size and shape with respect to one another. Cross members and auxiliary mounts are secured to the side rails by adapters that have a size and shape corresponding to the apertures in the side rails. The means for securing the adapters to the side rails allows the load to be distributed over a wide area of the side rail to reduce stress concentrations. The combination of the adapters and the plurality of similar sized apertures results in a modular structural frame connection system for vehicles.

Abstract: A manual transmission modular clutch unit is provided comprising a clutch cover assembly, a clutch friction disc assembly, and a flywheel disc assembly which modular clutch unit may be pre-assembled and balanced off line prior to shipment to a vehicle assembly plant. The manual transmission modular clutch unit contains each clutch component with the exception of an engine starter ring which is customarily attached to the clutch flywheel disc. A unique attaching arrangement is provided for the pre-installation of an automatic transmission drive plate on each engine crankshaft of a vehicle assembly line. As the drive plate is interchangeable with either a manual transmission modular clutch unit or an automatic transmission torque converter both manual and automatic transmission vehicles may be built on a common assembly line while minimizing both labor and parts.

Abstract: A device for coupling the detachable connection between a driving shaft of an engine and a driven cylindrical hub of a generator wherein the engine and generator are provided with collar members having corresponding annular flanges which are detachably clamped together by a ring formed from two pivotal clamping halves.

Abstract: An adjustable timing gear arrangement having an output shaft and a camshaft operable in timed relationship with the output shaft comprises a first rotatable drive member driven by the output shaft with a second rotatable drive member mounted on the camshaft and operably connected with the first drive member for rotation in timed relation therewith. The second drive member is mounted on the camshaft for rotation on a common axis with the second drive member and the camshaft and is secured thereto to fix the angular relationship of the members. The mounting permits limited relative angular rotation of the members when the members are not so secured. For adjusting the relative angular positions of the second drive member and the camshaft there is an assembly including an unthreaded, cylindrical stud extending from the camshaft into a radially extending slotted opening through the second drive member. The opening includes angularly spaced, parallel sides.

Abstract: The handrail assembly includes at least one tubular metal stanchion, having a base and a hemispherical cap having a threaded receiver and at least a horizontal top rail. The horizontal top rail has an inner metal pipe, an outer plastic pipe, and at least one aperture for receiving the metal stanchion. Prior to assemblage, a threaded fastener is attached to the interior of the inner metal pipe opposite the aperture. Prior to insertion of the stanchion into the aperture, at least one tubular plastic sheath, having a first end conforming with the base of the stanchion and a second end conforming with the top horizontal rail, is slipped onto the tubular metal stanchion. Following placement of the top horizontal rail atop the stanchion, the sheath rests on the base of the stanchion and engages the top horizontal rail. The top horizontal rail is locked in position atop the stanchion by threading the threaded receiver and the threaded fastener together.

Abstract: A component carrier for circuit boards equipped with electrical and electronic components and insertable on guide rails has two parallel side walls as well as four front and rear module rails which connect the side walls and support the guide rails. In order to prevent twisting of the module rails relative to the side walls and permit accurate assembly, the side walls are provided, for the fastening of the module rails, with groups of fastening elements in the form of holes and with pins that project toward the interior. Each one of these groups of fastening elements has four fixing pins that are disposed in the corners of a rectangle and form two pairs and each group additionally has an associated fastening hole. The profiles of the module rails here engage matingly into the space between each pair of fixing pins.

Abstract: A system for the firm, long-lived suppot of a table top on a pair of floor-mounting pedestals comprises a pair of parallel metal rails fastened to the underside of the table, on opposite sides on the center-line of the table top; a pair of pedestals are fastened to each of the two adjacent ends of the rails by bolts which pass through the pedestals and into internally-threaded inserts welded to vertical channel members, which channel members are in turn welded to the ends of the rails. In each such mounting assembly, the channel member has a rectangular horizontal cross-section, and extends beneath the level of the adjacent rail; one of the inserts in each mounting assembly is positioned below the level of the bottom of the associated rail. The inserts are positioned inside the channel member, with their open ends facing corresponding holes in the opposed wall of the channel member, through which holes and the mounting bolts extend into the inserts.

Abstract: A pipe to plate connection for attaching light stools to an overhead structure on ships. A stud gun welds a stud into a plate. The stud is threaded and is received into a cylindrical insert force fit into a length of pipe. The insert is threaded and receives the stud. The insert also has at least one external circumferential groove. Upon the cylindrical insert being force fit into the end of the pipe, the circumferential grooves are covered by the pipe. The pipe is swaged into the grooves of the insert. A tensile force between the pipe and the plate may be formed by a spring washer between the pipe and the overhead. The insert may have the outer surface deformed as by knurling to deform the inside of the pipe upon its insertion to aid in prevention of rotational movement between the insert and the pipe.

Abstract: A device for illuminating residence information. More specifically, it relates to a device which can be quickly and easily installed on a new or existing vertical lamppost and connected to a power supply for illuminating the resident's name and/or street number.

Abstract: In a gas turbine engine having a set of variable stator vanes, a vane actuator ring, and a set of actuator levers linking the vanes to the ring in a one-to-one relationship, an improved manner of linking the vanes to the ring comprises providing a lever of thin sheet material and clamping a trough-shaped end of the lever to a wedge-shaped end of vane stem so that the lever takes up the profile of the end of the stem.

Abstract: A show bar assembly for attachment to side panels of a pick-up truck or like vehicles capable of being adjusted and mounted on such vehicles of a plurality of different sizes and configurations and support a variety of automotive light accessories and the like at different locations as chosen by the owner. The show bar assembly comprises an upright front bar formed of three tubular members collectively forming an inverted U-shaped first bar unit to extend above the side panels of the truck and a second bar unit also collectively forming an inverted U-shaped angled bracing bar unit with the top section thereof immediately adjacent and paralleling the top section of the first bar unit. Each of these side tube sections of the first and second bar units have a mounting plate at the respective lower ends thereof for fixing the lower end portions thereof to truck side panels in deliberate mechanical tensioned relation minimizing vibration and looseness between component parts.

Abstract: A railing system is composed of vertically aligned metal tubes and cross-members which are metal tube rails. The posts are formed with round protruding bosses whose outer diameter (OD) is the same as the outer diameter of the posts. The rails also have the same outer diameter. The bosses and rail ends are brought into roundness, so that they match in a smooth circumferential seam, by round plugs forced into the bosses and rail ends. The post-rail joints may be welded in a circumferential weld; but preferably the posts and rails are joined by bolts connected to the plugs.