Abstract: A device for connecting a bed frame to a bed upright comprises one component adapted to be attached to a portion of the bed upright in a substantially vertical orientation and the other component adapted to be attached to a portion of the bed frame in a substantially vertical orientation. Each component has a predetermined configuration to enable the components to disengage and engage in an interlocking mating relationship by sliding movement relative to each other.

Abstract: A rotary coupling has an inner part centered on and rotatable about a main axis and having a radially outwardly directed outer surface and an outer part coaxial with the inner part and having a radially inwardly directed inner surface bearing on the inner-part outer surface. The two parts are formed at the surfaces with an annular array of axially extending holes each having an outer half in the outer part and an inner half in the inner part. Respective pins set in the bores angularly couple the inner part to the outer part. Screwthread formations engaged between the inner and outer parts lock same against relative axial movement.

Abstract: An assembly of at least two concentric axisymmetric parts intended to work at least in tension, wherein at least one axisymmetric part is equipped with at least one dust removal groove, the groove being cut from a plain surface of the first axisymmetric part in contact with a plain surface of a concentric second axisymmetric part so as to open toward the plain surface of the second axisymmetric part, the groove being capable of collecting the dust that lies in the area of contact between the two axisymmetric parts.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connection device (10) comprising: a socket end (12), a spigot end (11) which is intended to be inserted into the socket end (12) and a locking member (18) which is intended to hold the spigot end (11) in the socket end (12) once they have been connected. The locking member (18) is shaped in the form of a staple comprising a head with two side arms. The spigot end (11) comprises an actuating cone which is used to lift the locking member (18) and to position the spigot end (11) between the arms of the locking member (18). The locking member (18) preferably comprises a deformable tongue on each side arm. The deformable tongues form elastic return means which return the locking member (18) to the locked position and block the spigot end (11) in the socket end (1) in the end-of-insertion position.

Abstract: A toe kick panel bracket includes integral fasteners that can be pressed into holes in side cabinet panels. The toe kick panel holds side edges of the toe kick panel in place. A groove in a bottom cabinet panel may retain a top edge of the toe kick panel.

Abstract: An exemplary window frame assembly includes a window frame and spring clips. The window frame includes a window frame body, and flanges extend from the window frame body. The spring clips are removably attachable to the flanges. Each flange may define at least one first locking member and each spring clip may define at least one second locking member configured to engage the first locking member. For example, the at least one first locking member may include saw tooth grooves and the at least one second locking member may include a pair of angled tabs. As another example, the at least one first locking member may include a pair of angled tabs and the at least one second locking member may include saw tooth grooves. Each spring clip may further define a release mechanism, such as a tab, that is configured to disengage the spring clip and the flange.

Abstract: This invention is a magnetically and physically self engaging joint. It has a first magnetic portion (10) and a second magnetic portion (11) with an inter-fitting polarity and inter-fitting physical shape. The ramp (16) is magnetic and or physical. The repelling force (19) desired to center the joint towards engagement is variable by changing the magnet(s) (10 & 11) position or ramp(s) (16 & 17) position. After the repelling force pushes the joint towards engagement then the radially attracting force (21) between the magnetic portions (10 and 11) and the ramps (16 & 17) simultaneously move the joint towards engagement. Engagement is full or partial; in three axis, two axis or one axis. Engagement is not straight axially, but by angled slide, channel, funnel or hook in latch. The magnetic and physical ramp(s) (16 & 17) form a larger radius area from which to draw in misplaced connections than axial joints.

Abstract: A connecting device for detachably connecting a first and second component of a people carrier comprises a locking unit with a first locking element that interacts with the first component, a second locking element that interacts with the second component, and at least one actuation device. The locking unit comprises a locking position in which the first and second locking elements mechanically engage each other, and an unlocking position in which the mechanical grip is released. The first and/or second locking elements are moveable by the actuation device to transfer the locking unit into the locking and/or unlocking position. The actuation unit may comprise first and second actuation devices that, when actuated, cause the first and/or second locking element to move from a locking position into an unlocking position, or vice-versa. The first and second actuation devices can be actuated from different sides of the connecting device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a spindle (1), in particular an electromechanical parking brake of a vehicle, which is embodied as a component of a spindle drive. The aim of the invention is to secure, in a detachable and simple manner, a standard cable pull comprising fittings to a spindle. Said aim is achieved in that a coupling part (7) comprising a receiving section (8) which is used to receive a fitting (9) of the cable pull (6) and a securing section (10) is provided on one free end section (11) of the spindle (1). The securing section (10) of the coupling part (7) are crimped to the free end section (11) of the spindle (1). The invention also relates to a connecting method.

Abstract: A work support apparatus includes a pedestal, a mounting block, and a plurality of fasteners disposed on the pedestal to interconnect the mounting block to the pedestal. The fasteners are mounted to the pedestal and include a locking mechanism extending outwardly from the pedestal. The mounting block defines a plurality of bores extending through the mounting block for receiving the locking mechanism of the fasteners therein. The mounting block may be oriented in several different orientations by positioning the mounting block on different groups of fasteners. The locking mechanism of the fasteners includes a wedge pin which extends through the bore of the mounting block for selective engagement by an actuator to release the mounting block from the fastener.

Abstract: A connector apparatus includes first and second mating connectors that can be joined to make a fluid connection. The connectors are constructed to discriminate improper connectors so that no fluid tight connection can be formed with improper connectors. The connector apparatus can be used with a system for compression therapy to prevent deep vein thrombosis.

Abstract: Ion mobility spectrometer. The spectrometer includes an enclosure for receiving a sample therewithin and an electron beam window admits an electron beam into the enclosure to ionize the sample in an ionization region. A shutter grid is spaced apart from the ionization region and means are provided for sample ion preconcentration upstream of the shutter grid. The ion preconcentration is effective to reduce space charge resulting in a lowered threshold detection level.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an interlocking coupling system (1) for overhead aligned rails (4, 5) of which at least one rail (4) is displaceably arranged and comprises a first coupling part (2) and a second coupling part (3), each of said coupling parts (2, 3) is arranged at end parts of said rails (4, 5) and arranged for interlocking, when said rails (4, 5) are in aligned position, wherein each of said coupling parts (2, 3) comprises a pivotal gate member (23, 33), and said first coupling part (23) comprises a locking bolt member (21) with a tapered end part (214) adapted to engage with a pin (334) projecting from said gate member (33) of said second coupling part (3) and said locking bolt member (21) is adapted to engage with a recess (234) in said pivotal gate member (23), and both said gate members (23, 33) are activated by displacing said locking bolt member (21).

Abstract: A wall molding for suspended ceiling systems has a self-aligning feature adapted to locate one end of a piece being installed on the end of a previously installed piece so that an installation of high quality workmanship is quickly obtained. The self-aligning feature is in the form of a tongue extending longitudinally beyond a faux end and adapted to nest in the previously installed piece. The tongue fits within the spaces between hems on the longitudinal edges of legs of a right angle cross-section and the opposed legs so that the tongue is laterally restrained in the planes of the legs and is longitudinally restrained by abutting end edges.

Abstract: The knob fitting structure is provided with a knob; an operation shaft to which the knob is to be fitted; engaging stubs provided on one of the knob and the operation shaft and supporting side walls having snap-in holes 10f provided on the other, wherein the engaging stubs, when they are inserted into the snap-in holes, after elastically deforming the supporting side walls in a direction of thickness of the engaging stubs, are engaged within the snap-in holes, and the supporting side walls are provided with a slit communicating with outside through the snap-in holes.

Abstract: Gearwheel, intended to be connected through press fitting to a shaft, the gearwheel exhibiting a hub and a cog path connected to the hub, the hub exhibiting at least one flank extending axially outside the cog path and a through-hole with a first area situated axially outside the cog path and a second area situated radially inside the cog path. A shaft supporting a press fitted gearwheel that exhibits a hub and a cog path connected to the hub, the hub exhibiting at least one flank extending axially outside the cog path whereby the hub exhibits a through-hole with a first area situated axially outside the cog path and a second area situated radially inside the cog path.

Abstract: An assembly comprises an elongate member and a receiving member. The elongate member has an external cross-sectional shape which is substantially square and has corners replaced by circumferentially spaced circular portions of a circumscribing circle with flat portions therebetween which lie within the circle. The receiving member has a receiving formation having an internal cross-sectional shape which cooperates at least with the flat portions of the external cross-sectional shape of the elongate member to prevent relative movement between the receiving member and elongate member about a longitudinal axis of the elongate member. The assembly is adapted for use in a joining the members of a wheelchair. The invention is further directed towards a structural assembly comprising an elongate member engaging in a receiving formation of a receiving member and a clamp embracing the receiving member to clamp the elongate member in the receiving formation.

Abstract: A pool table (10) having a plurality of corner assemblies (12, 14, 16, and 18) which allow the pool table (10) to be easily disassembled while concomitantly allowing the pool table (10) to be sturdy.

Abstract: A connection member is connected to a bicycle rack at an engaging plate on a top of the connection member and a through hole is defined through the connection member. A polygonal wall extends from a side of the connection member and encloses the through hole. A rectangular extension tube is connected to a vehicle and is inserted through the through hole. Bolts extend through the polygonal wall and are engaged with the extension tube.

Abstract: A universal snap-fit system for interconnecting multiple circuit boards in a stacked relationship is provided. The system allows circuit boards to be stacked with a minimum of assembly time. In addition, the system allows circuit boards of varying thicknesses to be stacked, without requiring the provision of system components in a multitude of sizes. The provided system also allows more than two circuit boards to be interconnected to one another in a stacked relationship without requiring multiple sets of attachment holes in interior circuit boards. In addition, more than two circuit boards can be stacked quickly and easily.

Abstract: A tool extension assembly including an extension pole connected to a connecting device and a tool assembly having a handle with an insert secured therein. A transversely-extending pin is movably mounted to the connecting device and is biased by a spring. The insert has a cylindrical side wall with an interior surface that defines an interior bore and interior edges that define a pair of opposing slots. The slots extend axially and circumferentially along the side wall. The connecting device is receivable in the bore of the insert such that when end portions of the pin are disposed in the slots and the handle is rotated in a first direction, the interior edges of the insert move the pin against the bias of the spring until the pin reaches end portions of the slots, at which point the pin exerts a force against the interior edges of the insert that pulls the tool assembly and the extension pole assembly together.

Abstract: A tie-down connecting elements (30) for tying down a truss relative to a wall frame is fixed between the webs (12) of the upper and lower Z-shaped chords (10) and includes a tongue portion (34) which extends downwardly through a slot (50) formed in the lower flange (16) of the lower chord (10) of the truss.

Abstract: A connector for an enclosure comprises: a main panel having inner and outer surfaces and a front end; a toe kick support panel extending generally perpendicularly from an intermediate portion of the inner surface of the main panel; a toe kick retaining flange extending generally perpendicularly from the front end of the inner surface of the main panel, the toe kick retaining flange, the toe kick support panel, and the main panel inner surface defining an open toe kick channel; and a side edge retaining flange extending generally perpendicularly from the front end of the outer surface of the main panel. In certain embodiments, the toe kick retaining flange and the side edge retaining flange are directly opposite each other across the main panel.

Abstract: An arrangement which comprises: first and second panel-shaped pieces of flooring for joining together, said pieces resting on a sub-floor and having profiles along mutually meeting edge portions which, on the first piece, consist of a groove and a projection located thereunder, and on the second piece a tongue insertible in the groove, and also a recess accommodating the projection; wherein said projection, at its outer, free edge, is of greater thickness transversely of the plane of extent of the flooring piece than at its inner edge connected with remaining parts of the piece; and wherein the underside of the projection lies flush with the remainder of the underside of the flooring piece.

Abstract: A wheel of a rack consists of a wheel support, a sleeve inserted into a tube of a rack, a supporting member joined to both the sleeve and a top of the wheel support, and a screw projecting from the supporting member and screwed into the sleeve; a step-shaped portion being formed on top of the supporting member to fit with a cavity on the sleeve bottom; a resilient C-shaped ring being fitted around an annular groove of the sleeve to contact an inner side of the tube; the groove being shaped so that a sideways facing portion thereof tapers off towards a lower end; thus, the ring will move to the bigger upper section of the sideways facing annular portion to be pressed against the inner side of the tube with bigger pressure when a downward force is applied on the sleeve.

Abstract: A spring holding connector includes a housing having a bore therethrough and a shaft rotatably and slidably received in the bore, a circular groove is in one of said bore and shaft and a circular spring disposed in the groove for slidably holding said shaft within the bore. The groove is sized and shaped for controlling, in combination with a spring configuration, shaft mobility within the bore.

Abstract: A seal assembly includes an outer diameter and a locating diameter. The locating diameter is a stepped down diameter from the seal outer diameter which is press fit into the bore. The locating diameter is of a diameter which provides a clearance fit in a bore and extends for an axial length to provide a relatively stable prepositioning of the seal assembly in the bore. In a method of assembly, the locating diameter of the seal assembly is initially placed into the bore and a flat surface is utilized to press the seal assembly fully into the bore.

Abstract: A bicycle handlebar stem assembly includes a stem with two lugs extending from one of two ends of the stem. A first connection member has an aperture through which the stem extends, and two recesses are defined in an inside of the first connection member so as to receive the two lugs therein. A second connection member has a clamp part on one end thereof and an insertion extends from the other end of the second connection member. The insertion is inserted in the other end of the stem.

Abstract: A tool extension assembly including an extension pole connected to a connecting device and a tool assembly having a handle with an insert secured therein. A transversely-extending pin is movably mounted to the connecting device and is biased by a spring. The insert has a cylindrical side wall with an interior surface that defines an interior bore and interior edges that define a pair of opposing slots. The slots extend axially and circumferentially along the side wall. The connecting device is receivable in the bore of the insert such that when end portions of the pin are disposed in the slots and the handle is rotated in a first direction, the interior edges of the insert move the pin against the bias of the spring until the pin reaches end portions of the slots, at which point the pin exerts a force against the interior edges of the insert that pulls the tool assembly and the extension pole assembly together.

Abstract: A tie-down connecting element (30) for tying down a truss relative to a wall frame is fixed between the webs (12) of the upper and lower Z-shaped chords (10) and includes a tongue portion (34) which extends downwardly through a slot (50) formed in the lower flange (16) of the lower chord (10) of the truss.

Abstract: A device for fastening and fixing components to a cylindrical wall. The cylindrical wall may be both the convex-cylindrical outer contour of a cylinder and the concave-cylindrical inner contour of a hollow cylinder, in which the component is fixed in the radial, axial and circumferential directions. The fastening and fixing is effected by shaped elements which are attached to the component and by a counterpart to each shaped element on the wall. In each case a shaped element and a counterpart interlock, such that the component has at least three shaped elements, of which at least one shaped element has a defined accuracy of fit with its associated counterpart in the radial direction and has clearance in the axial and circumferential directions. At least one shaped element has a defined accuracy of fit with its associated counterpart in the axial direction and has clearance in the radial and circumferential directions.

Abstract: An improved connector for flex shafts for a string trimmer is disclosed herein. The connector has an input area and a drive area, where the input area of the connector has a modified diamond shape with sloping sides. This diamond shape allows for easy and reliable connection of the driven working end.

Abstract: A separable, form-fitting joint (5) is proposed in which one plastic component is designed as a base component (6) and another component, a cover (7), is designed as a component to be mounted on the base component (6), and the cover (7) is equipped, as viewed from the mounting direction (10), with opposing pocket-shaped receptacles (13, 14, 20, 21) which are formed on cover (7) by tongues (16, 17, 22, 23) on the cover (7) and which accommodate the insertion of flange-shaped edge sections (9, 12) of the base component (6).

Abstract: A joining system head (22) is proposed for fixation to a movable frame (12), in particular to a robot (12), having

Abstract: A coupling (10; 100; 200; 400) for use between the modules of a modular tool holder arm, in particular a machine tool, with a male coupling part (12; 112; 212; 412), forming the end of a first module and containing a central, axially symmetrical journal (14; 114; 214; 414), and a female coupling part (20; 120; 220; 320; 420), forming the end of a second module connected to the first module and containing a central, axially symmetrical seat (18; 118; 218; 318; 418). In the engaged state, the two coupling parts form a shaft-hub seat (14, 18; 114, 118; 214, 218; 414, 418) as a first transmission location and at least one other transmission location.

Abstract: The present invention is an interface between a piece of baggage and a preconcentrator. The baggage-preconcentrator interface is able be secured to the opening in the baggage, such as an opening created by a zipper. The baggage-preconcentrator interface provides a convenient entry point from which to extract air from the interior of baggage. The shape of such interface corresponds to that of the preconcentrator, which collects constituents of air. The preconcentrator is inserted into the baggage-preconcentrator interface and an air sample is extracted from the interior of the baggage and through both the interface and the preconcentrator. As the air is extracted, the constituents of air collect in the preconcentrator. After collecting the constituents, the preconcentrator is inserted into a testing unit capable of detecting trace amounts of explosives, such as an ion trap mobility spectrometer. The testing unit analyzes the constituents and determines whether any of them are explosive.

Abstract: A clip unit (10) that holds an electrical contact (11) in a passageway (12) of a connector frame (13), is of small cost and small length and can be installed using a small force, and provides the functions of centering a location along the contact within the passageway and preventing rearward movement of the contact along the passageway. The unit includes front and rear ring-shaped clip elements (25, 35) that each has a slot (26, 36) that is expanded to mount the unit in a neck (18) of the contact. A contact with the unit installed is pushed forwardly along the passageway until the front clip element encounters a constriction (45) in the passageway which compresses the diameter of the front clip element until it moves forward of the constriction and then expands. Thereafter, a rear end (27) of the front element abuts the constriction while a front end of the front element abuts a collar (17) of the contact to prevent rearward movement of the contact.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel hitch receiver/implement threaded fastening assembly. More particularly, this invention pertains to a novel device for securing in place an implement such as a tow bar, ball mount, bicycle rack, and the like, in a hitch receiver mounted on a vehicle. The device replaces a conventional draw pin. A device for removably securing an implement to a hitch receiver comprising a resilient elongated double “U”-shaped frame which at a first central location bends in a “U”-shape along a first plane, and the pair of arms of the frame at a pair of complementary second locations on the frame, bending in a pair of “U”-shapes in parallel along a second plane perpendicular to the first plane, a first nut secured within one of the arms of the second “U”-shape, and a second nut secured within the other of the arms of the second “U”-shape, the first and second nuts being spaced and aligned in parallel arrangement with one another.

Abstract: A guiding means at a joint between boards, the joint comprising groove and tongue preferably intended to be joined by means of glue. The tongue includes at least one guiding wedge. A fitting clearance between the tongue and the groove includes a first fitting clearance and a second, guiding, fitting clearance. The second, guiding, fitting clearance is obtained through the guiding wedges which are arranged parallel to the extension of the joint. The first fitting clearance comprises the main part of the fit and the second, guiding fitting clearance comprises a smaller part of the fit. The first fitting clearance is in the range 0.1-1 mm, while the second, guiding, fitting clearance is in the range 0.01-0.2 mm. The tongue of the joint is provided with at least one equalizing recess so that at least one equalizing cavity is formed in the joint, which equalizing cavity receives surplus glue used during the joining.

Abstract: An Interlocking System utilizing upper and lower grooves along the edges of the base of an item to interlock with upper and lower grooves on other items. One item described is a dispenser using a spongy material to force a tape with labels upwardly to be withdrawn. Another item with upper and lower grooves is a storage box.

Abstract: A universal accessory adapter, which is adapted for attaching to a collapsible outdoor furniture, includes a supporting device for rigidly supporting an accessory item, at least a connector for detachably attaching the supporting device to a frame leg of the collapsible outdoor furniture, and a foldable frame arranged for selectively folding the supporting device from a folded position to an unfolded position. In which, in the folded position, the supporting device is moved to a position close to the frame leg of the collapsible outdoor furniture, and in the unfolded position, the supporting device is moved away from the frame leg of the collapsible outdoor furniture, so as to spacedly mount the supporting device with respect to the frame leg of the collapsible outdoor furniture. Therefore, the universal accessory is substantially supported by the collapsible outdoor furniture, so as to rigidly support the accessory item on the universal accessory adapter.

Abstract: A method of attaching a pin-like element (10) for example a centering pin or a bolt element in a component (20), for example in the form of a plate or of a wall section of a housing, wherein the pin-like element (10) has a head part (12) with a larger transverse dimension and an end face (14) as well as a shaft part (16) with a smaller transverse dimension and wherein the head part merges via an at least generally radially extending contact surface (30) into the shaft part (16), is characterized in that an element (10) is selected having an axial length of the head part which is significantly smaller than the thickness of the component (20) at the point of attachment of the pin-like element, in that a stepped bore (22) is produced in the component having a first region (24) of larger diameter which receives the head part (12) of the element and a second region (26) which receives the shaft part (16) and has a diameter which is of the same size as or fractionally smaller than the diameter of this shaft part, w

Abstract: A stabilizer bar system for an automotive vehicle includes a stabilizer bar having a circular cross section and a rigid sleeve applied to a section of the outer circumference of the stabilizer bar. The sleeve has a number of circumferentially extending grooves and lands which mate with corresponding grooves and lands formed in an inner cylindrical surface of an elastomeric bushing which is overlaid upon the sleeve. The elastomeric bushing and sleeve may be mated such that relative rotation is allowed at the interface of the bushing and sleeve. Alternatively, the bushing and sleeve may be locked so that no relative rotation may occur at the interface of the bushing and sleeve.

Abstract: A connecting rod according to the invention is joined together from two sheet-metal parts (3, 4). The connecting rod has an upper connecting-rod eye (1) and a lower connecting-rod eye (2). The two sheet-metal parts (3, 4) each have a socket (11, 12) and a collar (7, 8) in each case forming one of the connecting-rod eyes (1, 2), the one collar (7, 8) of the one sheet-metal part (3, 4) engaging in the socket (11, 12) of the other sheet-metal part (3, 4), and the collar (7, 8) of the other sheet-metal part engaging in the socket (11, 12) of the first sheet-metal part (3, 4).

Abstract: In a method of securing a rod-shaped part in a surrounding holding member, a flat holding member is fabricated with opposite side edges that are formed with elements configured for interlocking engagement. The side edges of the holding member are bent upwards, and the holding member is then shaped into a cross section in accordance with the cross section of the rod-shaped part. After inserting the rod-shaped part into the holding member; the holding member is press-fitted about the rod-shaped part.

Abstract: The invention relates to a kit of threaded rods and tubes. The object of the invention is to develop a kit of threaded rods and tubes with which many combination possibilities of threaded rods with tubes and of tubes amongst one another is possible. This object according to the invention is achieved in that in a kit consisting of threaded rods and tubes, to a standardised threaded rod there is allocated a tube whose inner diameter envelops the threaded rod at a distance and whose outer diameter is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube of the next larger threaded rod-tube allocation.

Abstract: A shaft, in particular a drive shaft, for transferring torques, includes a basic member made of an elastic first material, and connecting pieces shaped at their ends for being received by the basic member and prevented by positive engagement from rotating and displacing axially relative to the basic member. The connecting pieces are made of a second material which is inelastic or less-elastic than the first material or. The first and second materials are plastics which are crosslinked with one another at interfaces of the basic member and the connecting parts. The shaft is reliably functional while having a compact design.

Abstract: An improved connection of blades (12) on a rotor disc (22) of a gas turbine, of the type in which a root (10) of each blade (12) is inserted in a seat (20) of the disc (22) which is complementary to the blade, wherein the root (10) is in the shape of an overturned isosceles triangle, with the two sides which converge at the base each having a grooved profile such as to form a series of teeth (14) and with a lower end (16) of the root (10) which is formed by the joined connection of the two lower teeth (14) of the two sides of the root (10), the teeth (14) of the root (10) corresponding to grooves (24) in the seat (20) and the lower end (16) of the root (10) corresponding to an end groove (26) in the seat (20).

Abstract: This invention relates to a process and a device for the damping of motion between two cylindrical parts sliding with one another in translation and friction.

Abstract: The invention is based on a link joint with a first lever (10) which is constructed as a bent sheet metal part and which has, at one end, a trough (24) for receiving a bearing pin (14) and with a second lever (12) having a bearing eye (15) which encloses the bearing pin (14) and which has a bearing part (16) that is held between two stop surfaces (18, 20) arranged at its front sides. It is proposed that the bearing pin (14) has a hollow space (22) which is open at least toward a front side.