Abstract: A tool handle comprises a composite structure including a core member having a molded plastic outer coating over the core member. The molded plastic composite structure has a socket end, an intermediate section and a butt end. The socket end includes a substantially circular outside diameter for insertion into a socket portion of the tool on which the handle fits. The intermediate section is oval-shaped in cross-section along substantially the entire length thereof and has a transition portion connecting the circular socket end to the oval-shaped intermediate cross-section. The oval-shaped cross-section is effective to facilitate handling of the tool when the socket end is inserted into the socket portion of the tool. Particular features of the invention are directed to various specifically shaped core members, socket ends and butt ends. Other specific features of the invention are directed to the manner in which the tool handle is connected in a socket portion of a tool or with a shank portion of a tool.

Abstract: A knuckle joint assembly to fix a handle bar to a steering shaft of a velocipede, the knuckle joint includes two knuckle parts between which the handle bar is clamped with a securing sleeve being fixed to the handle bar and engaging the knuckle parts to prevent rotation of the handle bar about its longitudinal axis relative to the knuckle parts.

Abstract: The present invention envisions a concentric structural combination of elements, consisting of an elongate core component, which is terminated at each end on the internal surface of a chambered coupling, and a elongate sheath component which consists of an interlaced configuration of assemblies of non-metallic filamentary elements embedded in a polymer matrix, the sheath component being bonded at each end to the external surface of the coupling, the load-elongation characteristics of the core and sheath components being chosen so as to ensure that both components share substantially in the load-bearing under the working load conditions, with at least 50% of the load being borne by the aggregate of the non-metallic elements, and the sheath and matrix being disposed so as to substantially cover and protect the core and coupling components.

Abstract: A coupling for joining sucker rods in an oil well pump and the like, having a metal sleeve with an axially threaded bore and an exterior coating on the sleeve producing a cylindrical coupling, with the coating being an abrasive resistant thermoplastic hydrourethane polymer.

Abstract: An improved sucker rod assembly is provided for use in oil wells and the like. The assembly includes a sucker rod of fiberglass, carbon fibers, graphite fibers, plastic or the like and with a pair of end fittings secured to opposite ends thereof. Each fitting includes a rigid elongated casing of metal or the like having interior surfaces defining an open front end and a central cavity extending rearwardly from that front end, in which cavity one end of the sucker rod is disposed. The side portions of the interior surfaces of the casing are contoured to define with the side portions of the sucker rod end in the cavity a single, annular, elongated, tapered, frusto-conical or wedge-shaped space. An anchoring component substantially fills the space and bonds to the side portions of the rod to lock the rod end in the space and thereby secure the fitting to the rod. Preferably, the anchoring component has a narrower diameter at the front end than at the rear end thereof.

Abstract: A beverage vessel, includes a receptacle formed of vitreous material, a handle, and a layer of adhesive material fastening said handle to said receptacle.

Abstract: A sucker rod assembly useful in oil wells and the like is provided. In making the assembly, a longitudinally extending generally central cavity in a sucker rod end casing is coated with a mold release agent and the cavity interior surface includes longitudinally spaced inwardly directed annular wedges disposed transversely of the casing to provide a wave-like form. A plurality of separate rigid inserts are inserted longitudinally into the cavity and extend substantially the length of the plurality of wedges, collectively mating with the interior surface of the casing, and defining a central longitudinal space. An adhesive such as epoxy resin is poured into the central space and then a sucker rod end is inserted in that space.

Abstract: A weighted cable cap, comprising a cable cap provided on one end thereof with a hole-W for inserting an outer casing, having a bottom, and on the other end thereof with a hole-X for inserting an inner cable; the hole-X being perforated through the bottom so that the hole-W and hole-X are concentrically located each other; and a weight having a hole-Y for inserting the outer casing and being fixed on one end of the cable cap so that the hole-W and hole-Y are concentrically located each other, whereby vibration transmitted to the control cable from external is favorably prevented.

Abstract: A gas and fluid sealing connection and process for making same are disclosed for connecting between a synthetic resinous material/plastic material body and a metallic body which is embedded therein by flowing the synthetic material in a form under pressure. The metallic body has at least one circumferential groove at its outer side. At least one of the grooves disposed in the region of the plastic to be embedded there is disposed and carried an elastomeric ring which fills the groove in the axial direction and the groove is so shaped that the ring is left with an expansion gap space in the region of the groove bottom. Alternative embodiments dispense with the expansion gap space and utilize a ring which is formed out of closed pore elastomeric foam.

Abstract: A sucker rod used in pumping liquids from subterranean oil or water wells is formed of plastic material having pre-stressed reinforcing fiber strands or roving therein, and a method of manufacturing same.

Abstract: A method of sealing a joint between component parts of a metal mould for metal casting comprises applying in the area where the seal is desired an elongated sealing element and a compressible cover separating the sealing element from each of the surfaces to be sealed together. The method is especially useful for sealing the joint between an ingot mould for steel ingots and a base plate for the mould.

Abstract: A wooden truss structure comprises upper and lower chords, each of which is grooved on the side facing the opposite chord. A web member formed of sheet material, such as plywood, interconnects the chords and fits within the chord grooves. At the web/groove interface, the webs are scalloped to provide alternating alignment guide areas and glue vent areas which extend above the interface and allow the escape of excess glue from the groove. The scalloping, in addition to venting the glue line, forms individual, pressurized glue pockets which assure even glue distribution. The scalloping is preferably provided by pressing the wood web material to compress it at the glue vent areas and thus permit the web member, due to its memory, to expand after contact with the glue. This expansion pressurizes the glue pockets and forces glue from the joint area into the wood further enhancing the expansion process. The web is rigidly bonded to the chord members, all while being aligned by the alignment guide portion.

Abstract: A piston rod is formed of fiber reinforced material so arranged that an elastic connecting zone is provided between the rod and the piston, thereby avoiding bolting one end of the piston rod to the piston. The cavity inside the piston has a dovetail recess. The fibers are anchored in the cavity and recess by embedding the fibers, which fan out in a uniform distribution from said elastic connecting zone, in a synthetic embedding material.

Abstract: An article of manufacture, such shelves, tables, stools and chairs. The article has a cold molded edge formed by combining a panel with support frame fitted thereagainst into a mold and then adding plastic to cast the panel and frame together to a desired shape with a cold molded edge.

Abstract: An assembly of a universal joint member and a shaft having a plurality of superimposed layers of material and an adhesive bond between axially inter-fitting parts of the shaft and universal joint member, the adhesive bond being established with more than one of the layers of material of the shaft to overcome a tendency to disruption of the layers of the shaft on torque transmission. The axially inter-fitting parts may be of stopped or frusto-conical form to provide a joint surface which intersects several of the layers of the shaft.

Abstract: A belt hook construction is provided for use with a buckle member of the class having a belt plate in which a belt hook is secured by the use of cast metal. An essential requirement is that the belt hook be held in a forwardly extended position without turning or tilting when subjected to pulling and twisting forces. Such forces develop in the wear of a belt of this class in a tightened position of adjustment. To prevent displacement by such forces, the belt hook of the invention is formed with a casting end having special anchoring means formed therein. The anchoring means are designed to project into solidified casting metal located therearound and to oppose forces acting to twist, tilt, or otherwise displace the hook from its secured position in the belt plate. The anchoring means includes ridges or rib formations arranged in angularly disposed relation to one another so as to provide greatly increased resistance to twisting and tilting forces.

Abstract: A coupling shaft provided with a resilient member molded integrally therewithin during the molding process of the shaft and which is used to prevent a knob from loosening during service.

Abstract: A brushholder is adapted to be secured to the frame of a dynamoelectric machine by means of either insulated steel studs or resin-bonded fiber glass studs. The frame of the brushholder contains at least two holes which are spaced apart and in parallel. Each hole is adapted to receive one end of the steel stud as an interference fit or one end of the fiber glass stud as a clearance fit. An adhesive is used to bond the fiber glass stud in the hole. The wall surface defining the hole contains groove means which helps key the adhesive to the surface but does not detract significantly from the interference fit of the steel stud.

Abstract: A method and an arrangement for securing an object to a low-strength support structure includes inserting an anchor member into an anchoring hole provided in the support structure with clearance. The anchor member has an internal passage that extends from its leading end towards its trailing end and which communicates with the anchoring hole. A device is inserted into the passage and ejects a quick-setting substance into the passage and from there to the immediate exterior of the anchor member so that the substance surrounds the anchor member and forms a plug thereabout. The plug partially fills the clearance and fixes the anchor member securely in the anchoring hole upon the hardening of the substance. A flange is provided at the trailing end of the anchor member to seal the anchor hole against outflow of the quick-setting substance therefrom.

Abstract: A ball or roller bearing with two symmetrical halves, each designed to absorb both radial and axial stresses, comprises two axially abutting inner rings on a shaft and two axially abutting outer rings in a housing wall coaxially surrounding the shaft. The inner rings form seats for respective rows of balls or rollers engaging contact zones on the inner peripheral surfaces of the outer rings that are offset from these seats in either an axially inward or an axially outward direction. In the first instance, the housing wall has an annular groove aligned with an annular recess or groove of the same axial width which is formed by two peripheral rabbets on the outer rings; in the second instance the inner rings are rabbeted to form an annular recess or groove aligned with an axially coextensive peripheral groove on the shaft.

Abstract: The structures of the present invention start with a basic hollow tube of any desired outer shape and made of paper, plastic or metal. When paper is used, it is vacuum impregnated with a plastic resin and oven baked to give it rigidity. The tube may also be covered with an ornamental veneer, if desired. The tubes are provided with suitable openings to receive matching counterparts fitting against the openings. Strong, rigid core members of wood, plastic or metal are positioned in the tubular members with the abutting portions of the core members interconnected. The structure is placed in a clamp to hold the parts together in proper position. Polyurethane is then poured into one end, the end is capped, and the structure is rotated to evenly distribute the polyurethane. The urethane sets at room temperature and expands as it sets to internally mold the members into a solid structure. The finished structure can be drilled, machined, or bolted to add features in the conventional manner.

Abstract: A joint construction, especially for furniture or the like, in which members such as rail members, or the like, which extend at angles to each other, are joined together by a plastic block formed in situ on at least a pair of the members. The block may form a joint where a furniture leg is located. The plastic block, when it is to be connected to a leg may be formed directly on the leg or it may be formed with a recess therein engageable with an end part on the leg.