Abstract: A gearshift knob cover for removably attaching to the knob of a floor-mounted gearshift lever with an upper portion fitted snugly over the gearshift knob; and a lower portion connected to the upper portion wrapping around the shaft of a gearshift lever to hold the gearshift knob cover in place.The upper portion has a soft leather outer covering and an inner backing filled between with padding, typically foam rubber. The lower portion is also typically made of soft leather.Both the upper portion and the lower portion are provided with openings for gearshift buttons.The lower portion is provided both with snaps to hold the gearshift knob cover in place and with pockets for pens, pencils, cigarette packages, etc.

Abstract: A hand wheel cover for a valve on a gas bottle or cylinder provides a better grip for the hand wheel and also has a larger area for indicating opening and closing rotational directions. In another embodiment an indicator hand wheel cover has an indicator that shows whether a hand wheel is open or closed and has a positive lock when the cover is in the open position with a release to fill a top portion of the cover and return it to provide an indication that the valve is closed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing a leather wrapping on a steering wheel having a ring radially spaced and circumferentially extending about a central hub by providing a groove along the surface of the ring, preferably on the inwardly facing edge thereof, into which the edges of the leather wrapping may be inserted and secured and a bead which fits snugly within said groove to cover the groove and secure the edge of the leather therein.

Abstract: A cover for transmission levers for vehicles that are pivotally mounted at one end and the distal end includes a handle. A sac assembly with a double liner covers the handle and with an engagement assembly at the opening of the sac assembly it is removably mounted over the handle. Another embodiment includes an engagement assembly that uses a threaded tubular member that is removably mounted to the threaded distal end of the lever. In both embodiments a compartment is provided with granular material contained therein. A relatively soft object results with still sufficient rigid characteristics to transmit the force applied by a user to shift the gears. The sac assembly also provides desirable gripping qualities to permit a user to dissipate his anxiety and stress.

Abstract: A steering wheel for a motor vehicle has a steering wheel rim which is closed on all sides and which is connected with a central steering wheel hub by way of radially projecting spokes. The steering wheel rim includes sections which are connected with one another in the cross-section, one forming a decorative section which has a different material at least on the exterior side. In the gripping area of the steering wheel rim which is predominantly gripped by the hands in the driving operation, the decorative section is reduced in its grippable width by the pulled-around other rim section.

Abstract: An apparatus for counteracting uncontrolled activations of air bags inflated by a pyrotechnical charge following a strong deceleration such as a crash. The apparatus has a pair of center plates having at least three arms displaced in relation to each other and having bent over hooks which engage the steering wheel ring of a vehicle and can be locked against the steering wheel. The center plate and the arms make it impossible to inflate the air bag which is mounted on the steering wheel of the vehicle.

Abstract: A cover is provided, which is adapted for being mounted to a vehicle steering wheel having spokes and a hub open at a side facing a vehicle occupant and provided with a gas bag module integrated therein. The cover is formed as a flexible hollow body enveloping the hub and comprising an upper wall, a lower wall and a side wall connecting the upper and the lower walls. The hollow body can be opened in the vicinity of the lower wall so that it may be fitted over the hub and engages behind the steering wheel by the lower wall in order to fix the hollow body to the steering wheel.

Abstract: A replacement sleeve for a heat insulative thumb tab that fits over a lever on a heated tool such as a hair curling iron. The replacement sleeve is preferably constructed of three parts: a base layer, a patch layer, and an insert layer. The base layer is an elongate strip of material, preferably made from leather. The patch layer is preferably made from a soft leather, such as suede. The insert layer is preferably made of a resilient type of material, such as cotton. The elongate strip of material is folded about a transverse fold line which separates the base layer into an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion is secured to one side of the upper portion to define a channel therebetween. Secured to the opposite side of the base layer upper portion are the intermediate layer and the upper layer. The assembled sleeve is sized and configured for insertion of a curling iron lever into the channel, such that all three layers provide the user with protection against heat retained by the lever.

Abstract: A protective cover for the ends of reinforcing bars has a cylindrical tube having upper and lower ends. A cap is mounted on the upper end of the tube and is comprised of a continuous circular wall extending upwardly and outwardly from the upper end of the tube, with a bottom covering the top of the tube. A post extends upwardly from the center of the bottom, and a plurality of spaced rib elements are secured to and extend radially outwardly from the post for connection to the wall. A canopy is secured to the upper edge of the wall and extends slightly downwardly therefrom. The canopy has a circular perimeter which has a downwardly extending circular flange extending therearound. The ribs are tied together by secondary ribs. Friction bars are located within the tube to create friction between the tub and a bar upon which it is mounted.

Abstract: A steering wheel of a transportation device includes controls positioned on the wheel. The controls are operable by operator's fingers and may be connected to the various electrical and electronic devices of the transportation device. Further, in one of the embodiments, controls are positioned on a circular grip member of the wheel. In one of the embodiments, the steering wheel includes a display positioned on the hub-like connecting member of the wheel, which can show radio frequency, time, temperature, etc.

Abstract: A steering wheel cover for massaging hands of a driver is provided including a tubular body formed of an elastomeric material and positioned on a steering wheel. A plurality of rigid wires are sidably situated within a plurality of conduits formed in the tubular body along a length thereof. The wires are in frictional relationship with the tubular body for allowing the vibration thereof upon reciprocation of the wires within the conduits. Further included is a vibration assembly connected to the rigid wires and adapted to effect the reciprocation thereof.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant material covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to preclude access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing a leather wrapping on a steering wheel having a ring radially spaced and circumferentially extending about a central hub by providing a groove along the surface of the ring, preferably on the inwardly facing edge thereof, into which the edges of the leather wrapping may be inserted and secured and a bead which fits snugly within said groove to cover the groove and secure the edge of the leather therein.

Abstract: A full wheel cover steering wheel lock and protector prevents access to an air bag in the steering wheel hub when an inner semicircular shell segment is swung out of an outer semicircular shell segment to completely enclose the steering wheel. A locking bar can be pulled into an extended position from a tunnel on the outer segment and has an arm engaging in a slot of the inner segment to lock the segments in the outwardly swung position while a shoe on its arm can engage the inner periphery of the steering wheel. The device largely fabricated of reinforced polycarbonate is of compact construction and light weight.

Abstract: A vehicle theft prevention device is provided for use with a steering wheel assembly including a central portion with an airbag situated therein and an annular wheel with a generally circular cross-section coupled about the central portion in coplanar relationship therewith. Four linear members are interconnected at ends thereof and encompass the wheel of the steering wheel to abut a dash or windshield of the vehicle thereby precluding the rotation thereof.

Abstract: A steering wheel "after-market" overlay, having a unitary, integral, relatively stiff, thin-walled construction, is adapted to be adhesively applied to and closely conform to the surface of the upper portion of an original equipment steering wheel. The overlay covers not only the upper portion of the steering wheel grip but also the upper portions of the steering wheel spokes up to the center pad of the steering wheel. The portion of the overlay covering each spoke has an radially inner terminus including a flange that is adapted to extend into the small space that typically exists between the inner end surface of the spoke and the side peripheral surface of the center pad. By also covering the upper portions of the spokes, not only is the appearance of the overlaid steering wheel enhanced, but the bonded surface area is substantially increased thereby assuring the long term positional stability and peel resistance of the overlay.

Abstract: A removable steering wheel cover 10 is provided which can be securely attached surrounding a steering wheel 2 of a vehicle. The steering wheel cover 10 is formed from an inner layer 30 and an outer layer 20 both formed from flexible fabric and with a core 40 of foam material interposed there between. A first elastic loop 50 and second loop 60 are oriented within a forward casing 25 and a rearward casing 27, respectively, within the steering wheel cover 10. A plurality of stationary tabs 70 are secured to the inner layer 30. A plurality of pivoting tabs 80 are oriented adjacent the forward casing 25 in a location such that they can be folded back onto the stationary tab 70 with the pivoting tabs 80 attaching to the stationary tabs 70. The pivoting tabs 80 overlap the stationary tabs 70 in a manner causing the forward casing 25 and rearward casing 27 to abut each other and to cause the steering wheel cover 10 to completely surround the steering wheel 2.

Abstract: A vehicle anti-theft device including an interior locking component adapted for lockable coupling with a periphery of a steering wheel of a vehicle and an exterior component adapted for rotatable coupling with respect to the interior locking component and the steering wheel.

Abstract: A protective cover for covering an end of a concrete reinforcing bar so as to prevent injuries caused by coming into contact with the end of the concrete reinforcing bar, the protective cover including an elongated cylindrical collar for securing the protective cover to an exposed end of a concrete reinforcing bar, a cap which is arranged perpendicularly to the elongated cylindrical collar, and a bowl-shaped seat which is disposed between the elongated cylindrical collar and the cap and which is positioned such that a convex side of the bowl-shaped seat is directed toward the cap.

Abstract: A composite steering wheel assembly comprises a molded armature frame including a central hub, a plurality of spokes radiating from the hub, and an annular rim encircling the spokes. An elastomeric material is molded around the spokes and the rim to provide a comfortable grip and aesthetically appealing appearance. The two bottom spokes each include a first stabilizer and a second stabilizer encased within the elastomeric material. The first stabilizer includes left and right fin surfaces extending from opposite lateral sides of the spokes and disposed in a plane generally perpendicular to the steering axis. The second stabilizer also includes left and right fin surfaces extending from opposite lateral sides of the spokes, but disposed in a plane generally parallel to the steering axis. The first and second stabilizers prevent sagging and dimples in the elastomeric material resulting from material shrinkage during the elastomeric material solidification process.

Abstract: A winch wheel for attachment to conventional sailboat winches for trimming sails comprises a crank shaft adapted to be inserted into the winch mechanism, a hub located on the shaft, at least two spokes extending radially from the hub to an outer rim, and an outer rim connected to the spokes. A crank handle is located on one of the spokes. The rim is provided with a resilient foam sheath, to provide comfort and flotation. In one preferred embodiment, the crank handle is selectably movable between a plurality of discrete positions, permitting a user to conveniently select a preferred radial distance from the hub for the crank handle while using the device. One or more half cleats may be provided on the hub to secure a tensioned line.

Abstract: An Auto Control Pillow for cars, trucks, vans and tractors, has a hook and loop fastener material atop the pillow, with tube-like element placed beneath a soft foam filler and U shape plastic piece inserted within the plastic tubing for mounting onto a thigh to control the auto. The auto control has a conventional steering wheel cover for effective and safe use.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant material covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to preclude access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim.

Abstract: A novel method for making a steering wheel is provided. The steering wheel so produced is also provided. The steering wheel preferably comprises a hooped channel (felly) which is dimpled and pierced. A central hub assembly is also provided, the hub having also been pierced and the holes therein countersunk. The hub and channel are interconnected through the use of a plurality of spokes, preferably aesthetically arranged to generally correspond to the arrangement of spokes of a vehicle wheel with which the steering wheel may be used. Once appropriately interconnected, a grip is applied to the outer portion of the channel, and the steering wheel is then ready for use.

Abstract: A disposable, and reusable, hand grip is constructed as a flexible multi-ply band adapted to be wound around the circumference of a handle on a tool or other device, so that the person can exert an effective grip action on the hand grip. The multi-ply band includes a core sheet formed of a resilient foam material, a first surface sheet of rubber on one major face of the core sheet, and a second surface sheet of a woven fabric material on the other major face of the core sheet. The thickness of the band is designed to effectively increase the cross sectional thickness of conventional handles, so that the person has a more comfortable, less cramped, grip on the handle (hand grip).

Abstract: A hat shaped cover for a steering wheel. The hat has a brim that extends from a crown. The crown has an inner compartment which allows the user to store and carry items therein. The hat shaped wheel cover also has a pair of straps that allow the user to carry the cover like a backpack. The straps are adjustable and adapted to be placed around the steering wheel so that the crown can cover the wheel to protect the same from sunlight and heat. The hat shaped cover has a removable lid that allows the end user to insert an inner-tube into the inner crown compartment and wear the cover as a hat.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for attachment to a steering wheel of an automobile, has a continuous metal shield, having a shield body which is accurately shaped to completely cover the top surface of the steering wheel and a shield body's side apron which is accurately shaped to completely surround the outer periphery of the steering wheel. The metal shield is configured to encase an elongate rigid security rod in diametrically opposed hump housings located on the face of the shield body. A pair of opposing hooks engage the rim of the steering wheel when the elongate rigid security rod is telescopically extended. Hook flanges extending from the underside of the shield body's apron engage the two hooks. A keyed lock secures the device to the steering wheel. Access to the keyed lock is provided by an access opening in the center of the shield body.

Abstract: An improved handle grip cover formed of a knitted, braided, or woven tubular shaped material impregnated with a synthetic or natural elastomer. The grip cover is fabricated by placing a tubular shaped material, preferably elastic, over a form with a non-stick surface, and impregnating the tubular shaped material with a synthetic or natural elastomer. The tubular material is then cured, and peeled off of the form and trimmed to the desired length. The grip cover may be applied to a handle of a manual tool, a power tool, a piece of athletic equipment, or other article generally gripped by the hand.

Abstract: A cover for a steering wheel of an automobile includes a tire-shaped cover body disposed around the steering wheel of the automobile, and a plurality of rounded protrusions protruding uniformly from the peripheral surface thereof.

Abstract: A steering wheel cover assembly includes an electric heating element for electrically heating the wheel and hands of the vehicle driver. The assembly includes a pair of structural elements. One of the structural elements is rotatable in association with the steering wheel, and the other structural element is in a fixed position. The two structural elements have electrical contacts which maintain contact during rotation of the steering wheel. The first and second structural elements are formed of at least two members secured together by mechanical fastening means to permit easy assembly and removal of the structural elements. The assembly also includes means for electrically connecting the electrical contacts of the structural element having a fixed position to a power supply means. An electric circuit having, in series, a switch and a thermostat for sensing the temperature of the steering wheel connects the heating element to the contacts of the rotatable structural element.

Abstract: A shift knob comprising at least two pieces of material stitched together by stitches and forming a hollow covering body, the hollow being defined by an inner stitched surface, a first resin-formed body disposed within the covering body having an outer surface spaced from the inner stitched surface, and a second resin-formed body disposed in engagement with the entire stitched inner surface. The second resin-formed body completely fills the space between the outer surface of the first resin-formed body and the stitched inner surface of the covering body. The stitches extend into and are surrounded by the second resin-formed body.

Abstract: A cover for vehicle steering wheels that includes a base panel adapted to be stretched over an annular steering wheel and a pair of gripper panels secured to an outside surface of the base panel. The gripper panels are oriented on the base panel to provide preferred, safe positions for the vehicle operator to grasp. A plurality of spaced nodules extend outwardly of the gripper panels which provide an improved grip of the steering wheel and massage the vehicle operator's palms and fingers during extended periods of vehicle operation.

Abstract: A two piece grip which can be securely attached to a bearing surface. The grip has substantially reduced relative slippage between the grip and the bearing surface. The grip utilizes a two piece construction which comprises a substantially pliable inner sleeve and a substantially rigid outer housing. The outer housing applies force to the inner sleeve to prevent it from rotating on the bearing surface. The pliable inner sleeve absorbs a substantial amount of vibrations and comprises a high tactile material to provide ease of gripping. The two piece invented grip may be repeatedly attached and removed from a bearing surface without causing substantial damage to the grip.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for inhibiting full deployment of a vehicle air bag during a rescue operation utilizing a cover which can be tightly fitted and fastened about a vehicle steering wheel so that an activated air bag is confined within the cover and substantially inhibited from deploying into the driver area of the vehicle.

Abstract: A steering wheel having a body including a boss, a ringlike rim and a plurality of inclined spokes connecting the boss and the rim is characterized in that a pad which may serve as an air bag unit is disposed within the body so as to extend from the boss to the upper portion of the spokes. The pad is mounted with a plurality of brackets extending between the pad and the spokes. Each of the brackets is fastened to an inclined spoke on one hand and, on the other, has a through-hole for receiving a support projecting from the boss or a respective spoke for holding the pad in position and regulating the lateral movement of the pad.

Abstract: An improved vibration damping handle grip having a vibration damping elastomer and a webbed, tack-free elastomer-coated tubular shaped material. The vibration damping handle grip is fabricated having a vibration damping elastomer nearest a vibration generating handle, and a webbed tack-free elastomer-coated tubular shaped material adapted to conform to the vibration damping elastomer-covered handle shape, thus providing a comfortable, substantially slip free hand gripping surface.

Abstract: In a cover material for a steering wheel of a vehicle and a method of manufacturing the cover material, an central body portion of the cover material has a peripheral length in a plane extending perpendicularly to an axis of the steering wheel, which is substantially identical with that of an outer peripheral section of the steering wheel. A pair of side skirts extend radially inwardly respectively from both side edges of the central body portion. The central body portion and the pair of side skirts cooperate with each other to define therein an annular space into which the steering wheel can be fitted. The central body portion and the pair of side skirts have their respective lengths in a plane including the axis of the steering wheel, whose total is substantially identical with an outer peripheral length of the steering wheel in the plane including the axis of the steering wheel.

Abstract: A finger pressure apparatus for a steering wheel cover which has numerous projections for transferring negative ions from metallic elements constituting the apparatus to blood vessels upon the palms of the hands, thereby promoting blood circulation.

Abstract: A steering wheel cover is provided comprising an arcuate metal segment having a multiplicity of protrusions and an array of transverse slots disposed along a length of the metal segment. Such metal segment is held in place around a limited length of the wheel cover by means of rivets which also serve as eyelets. The transverse slots facilitate flexural deformation of the metal segment in compliance with the radius of curvature of the wheel cover. Further, the protrusions formed on the surface of the metal segment serve to massage the palm of the automotive driver, thereby promotion circulation of the bodily blood.

Abstract: A safety cover for use with the steering wheel of an automobile comprising an impact reducing section having an elastic partition wall and a cavity formed by the elastic partition within which an impact reducing material such as air, liquid, or a solid elastic body is filled, and a mounting section for mounting the impact reducing section to the steering wheel. The safety cover is capable of reducing an impact from the steering wheel which may be applied to a human body in case of a collision of the automobiles, and for absorbing car vibrations and thereby produce a good handling sensation.

Abstract: A steering wheel with a steering wheel rim which is covered by a cover of leather or a leather-like material. The cover is made of a single-piece material blank whose two longitudinal edges are connected to each other along the steering wheel rim. The connection of the two longitudinal edges is located on the underside of the steering wheel at a distance from the inner circumference of the steering wheel rim.

Abstract: A steering wheel with an air bag unit includes spoke cores each of which is formed by die casting and is mounted at a distal end portion of the spoke portion around a ring core so as to separate the ring core into ring core segments. A front part of the distal end portion of each of two spoke cores, which support the front ring core segment having the largest span, has a vertical thickness larger than a thickness of the distal end portion in a radial direction of the steering wheel.

Abstract: The novel cover is designed to insulate the steering wheel mounted on the hub portion of a steering wheel column of a vehicle. The rear panel has a center hole sized to substantially capture the hub portion of the steering wheel column. A slit extends downwardly from the center hole. The opposite edges of the slit spread apart to allow the steering wheel to easily slide into and out of the cover. The thermally-insulating cover is made of a flexible and easily deformable laminated material of a synthetic polymer weave fabric, containing an amide (nylon) group --CONH-- as a recurring part of its chain, which is superimposed on and suitably bonded with resin to a thermally insulating foam.

Abstract: A grip system for tools, instruments and other objects held or operated by hand includes a plurality of finger pieces, each having a concave surface to accommodate the convexity of finger palmar surfaces of the holding hand. Each of the finger pieces is connected to the outer wall of a discrete finger piece mount having ends suitable for interdigitation with the adjacent end of another such mount. Each finger piece has a cavity for housing a receiving stem. The receiving stem extends from the working portion of the hand tool or instrument and is telescopically received within the cavities of the discrete finger piece mounts. Alternative mounting mechanisms are also described.

Abstract: A steering wheel cover is removable and adjustable to fit different sizes of steering wheels. Once adjusted to fit a particular size of steering wheel, the steering wheel cover can be placed upon and removed from the steering wheel without altering the adjustment setting. The steering wheel cover comprises a cover member which substantially encloses a steering wheel and is retained over the steering wheel by a shock cord which is slidably attached to the peripheral edge of the cover member. The length of the shock cord is adjusted through the use of a barrel lock placed on the shock cord.

Abstract: A handgrip that may be installed on the handlebar of a jet-ski, a motorcycle, or bicycle. The grip has three major components which are the major tubular handgrip member, a tubular sleeve, and an end cap. The major tubular handgrip member has the tubular sleeve member slid on over its outer surface and until it abutts an annular ridge. The end cap is then inserted over the tubular neck portion until it abutts the tubular sleeve. An adhesive on the tubular neck portion holds the end cap in position. The tubular sleeve is made of open cell foam material which is gripped by the palm of the rider's hand. The tubular sleeve functions to prevent blisters to the rider's hand.

Abstract: A brake lever connected to a brake system of a bicycle includes a metal arm having a pivoted end connected to the brake system and a handle portion with a distal end. A rigid plastic coating layer fully covers the handle portion, the coating layer having a first thick portion adjacent to the pivoted end, and a thin portion. A shoulder is formed between the thick and thin portions. A flexible plastic coating layer covers the thin portion and is flush with the thick portion of the rigid plastic coating layer.

Abstract: The cover for an autombile steering wheel has a circumferential array of protuberances than can serve as counting members. A motorist is enabled to move his/her finger along the protuberances to facilitate the process of praying the Rosary (while the automobile is stationary or moving). The protuberances are spaced in groups so that the person can sense by the spacing which prayer is the next prayer to be prayed.

Abstract: The novel cover is designed to insulate the steering wheel mounted on the hub portion of a steering wheel column of a parked vehicle. The cover has a front panel and a rear panel forming a pocket therebetween. The pocket has a closed end and an open end. The rear panel has a center hole sized to substantially capture the hub portion of the steering wheel column. A slit extends downwardly from the center hole. The opposite edges of the slit spread apart to allow the steering wheel to easily slide into and out of the pocket. The cover is made and sized to substantially thermally insulate the entire steering wheel from the hot or cold ambient air in the parked vehicle.

Abstract: A steering wheel comprises a steering wheel core having a ring core piece, a boss disposed downwardly of the center of the ring core piece and spoke core pieces, extending upwardly from the boss in the radial outer directions, for connecting the ring core piece to the boss. Provided at the ends of spoke core pieces extending from the boss are connecting parts, each formed of die casting metal, for connecting the spoke core pieces to ring core piece. A plurality of ribs formed integrally with the connecting parts are protruded from the upper surfaces of the connecting parts on the side of spoke core pieces. A pad, the upper surface of which is made substantially horizontal, is stretched over the boss to vicinal portions to the connecting parts. The surfaces of ring core piece and also of connecting parts including the ribs are covered with coating layers formed of synthetic resin by the injection molding.