LIQUID BODY WASTE DISPOSAL SYSTEM

Liquid Body Waste Disposal System

Edward Howard Smith, St. Charles, Mo.

Filed Jan. 11, 1971

A Body Waste Disposal (liquid) System which makes disposition of the fluid by burning in the combustion chamber of the associated internal combustion Engine. It consists of a receptacle, small reservoir, metering valve and connecting hose. The vacuum in the intake manifold of the Engine draws the fluid into the Combustion chamber where it is burned by the heat of combustion of the fuel.

(Editor's note: Sometimes it is extremely difficult for me not to comment on these.  Be assured that I am thinking the same things you are about this.)

TRICK MIRROR

TRICK MIRROR

Erastus De Moulin of Greenville, Illinois

Application filed August 12, 1908

To all whom it may concern;

Be it known that I, Erastus De Moulin, a citizen of the United States, residing at Greenville, in the county of bond and State of Illinois, have invented a new and useful Trick-Mirror, of which the following is a specification.

This invention relates to initiation devices and is  more particularly a trick mirror which can be used as a dressing glass either with or without producing a startling effect upon the user.

The object of the invention is to provide means whereby a jet of liquid can be directed onto the person using the mirror, the explosion of a detonator being produced simultaneously with the discharge of the jet.  

With this and other objects in view the invention consists of certain novel features of construction and combinations of parts which will be hereinafter more fully described and pointed out in the claims.

TRAINING-WEIGHT

TRAINING-WEIGHT

Lewis T. Foreman, of Omaha, Nebraska

Application filed April 2, 1918

T0 all whom it may concern:

Be it known that I, Lewis T. Foreman, a citizen of the United States, residing at Omaha, in the county of Douglas and State of Nebraska, have invented new and useful Improvements in Training-Weights, of which the following is a specification.

This invention relates to physical culture devices and aims to provide a novel form of weight. to be balanced on the shoulders when exercising, to force the user to hold his shoulders and head erect the brackets resulting in maintaining the body in an erect and healthful position. To this end the invention comprehends the provision of a hollow receptacle formed of any suitable material and provided with an opening or valve by means of which it may be filled and the weight thereof regulated to suit the convenience of the user. This filling also permits of each shoulder being subjected to different weights, resulting in the proper balancing of the shoulders.

TOY TANK

TOY TANK

Patrick G. Kaiser, Highland Michigan

Filed Nov. 16, 1988

It is an object of the present invention to provide a rollable toy tank which includes a flexible, tubular body adapted to be rollably disposed on a supporting medium such as the ground or a water surface. The flexible tubular body comprises a closed loop-shaped band which is open on the transverse sides thereof. The toy tank is adapted to be rolled forward on a supporting medium by a combination forward and downward di- rected force exerted on the internal surface of one end of the tubular body by at least one person crawling inside of the tubular body. The outer surface of the tubular body is provided with transverse treads and in one embodiment the transverse treads are only disposed along each of the outer side portions of the outer surface of the tubular body.

The tubular body of the rollable toy tank may be formed from any suitable material as for example, from a single sheet of solid, buoyant, thermal foam plastic that is folded into a closed loop-shaped band, with the ends of the sheet fixed together. The tubular body of the toy tank may also be formed from a plurality of elon- gated, hollow members which are disposed in a side-by- side relationship to form a closed loop-shaped band, and with adjacent members being fixed together, and wherein said elongated, hollow members are formed from a buoyant, thermal foam plastic material. In a modified embodiment, the tubular body may be formed from a corrugated material with an outer and inner coating of flexible plastic material. The corrugated ma- terial may be a suitable corrugated cardboard or corru- gated plastic material.

SCARECROW

SCARECROW

Hugh Huffman and Ernest J. Peck, of Portland, Oregon

Application filed July 8, 1915

To all whom it may concern:

Be it known that we, Hugh Huffman and Ernest J. Peck, citizens of the United States, and residents of Portland, county of Multnomah, and State of Oregon, have invented a new and useful Improvement in Scarecrows, of which the following is a specification.

This invention relates to scare crows which are adapted to be used in a garden patch, field, or orchard for the purpose of scaring away intruding birds or animals which might eat or otherwise injure the crop.

Prior to our invention, the scare crows ordinarily used were crude affairs, being generally home-made and not wholly satisfactory.

One of the  main objects of our invention is to provide a more efficient form of scarecrow consisting of a figure formed to resemble a living animal in the posture of approaching its prey.  The means of mounting this scare crow are so arranged that the action of the wind will give various motions to the figure which will simulate the lifelike movements of the animal.  The figure is also provided with an audible alarm which will sound in accordance with the movements of the figure so  as to attract the attention of the intruding birds or animals.

ULTRAVIOLET NOSE PROTECTOR

ULTRAVIOLET NOSE PROTECTOR

Peter B. Oschner, Wabasha, Minn. 55981

Filed: Aug. 28, 1985

... One significant aspect and feature of the present invention is an ultraviolet nose protector which is cosmetically pleasing and unnoticeable to the naked eye.  The nose protector can be of either a clear material or of various flesh colored materials, depending upon a person;'s particular skin pigment makeup.

Another significant aspect and feature of the present invention is a nose protector which blocks the sun and protects the nose accordingly.  The nose protector is pleasing and sightly to an individual, and provides the necessary protection to the outdoors person, such as a skier, sailr, or a hunter.

SWIMMING APPLIANCE

SWIMMING APPLIANCE

Sam Stone, of Quillayute, Washington

Application filed January 21, 1898

To all whom it may concern:
Be it known that I, SAM STONE, a citizen of the United States, residing at Quillayute, county of Clallam, State of Washington, have invented an Improvement in Life-Jackets and Propellors... My invention relates to an apparatus which is especially designed as a life-jacket for persons who maybe thrown into the sea, and in combination therewith of a means within the control of the persons by which they can propel themselves through the water.

BEVERAGE CONTAINER

BEVERAGE CONTAINER

Bernard H. Cooper, Cleveland Ohio

Application February 24, 1936

This invention relates to a beverage container.

An object of the invention is to provide an improved beverage container from which the beverage may be drunk.

Another object is to provide an improved beverage container which will be attreactive and unusual in appearance.

Another object is to provide a beverage container which may serve as a source of amusement.

Another object is to provide an improved beverage container which will limit the rate at which the beverage may be drunk.

...In order to drink from the container without spilling the beverage, it is necessary for the user to impress his lips upon the lips of the face of the article, as shown in the first figure of the drawing, and to tilt the container upwardly in the ordinary manner.

SCALP MASSAGING APPARATUS

SCALP MASSAGING APPARATUS

Prentiss E. Erickson, Minneapolis, Minn.,

Application June 10, 1935

This invention relates to improvements in vibrating and massaging apparatus, and more particularly to a head and scalp vibrating device, which will be supported upon a suitable bracket, and placed in the home or office, so that a person may treat themselves, and gain the same results that are possible were the same treatment given by the medical profession.

BURGLAR ALARM

BURGLAR ALARM

Application filed March 11, 1886

To all whom it may concern:

Be it known that I, WILLIAM BAKER CLARKE, a citizen of the United States, residing at French Lick, in the county of Orange and the State of Indiana, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Burglar Alarms. ... The special object of the invention is to set a trap for burglars, which will instantly ring a bell or fire off a gun, pistol, or other firearm as soon as they attempt to pass over it. ... If desired, the guns may be loaded with ball and arranged with respect to the end A' of the plate so as to shoot the robbers. Where used in barns, chicken houses, or other outbuildings, this may be done without the objection, as in the house, that it is calculated to injure and deface the walls.

WRISTBAND INCLUDING A MERCURY SWITCH TO INDUCE AN ELECTRIC SHOCK

WRISTBAND INCLUDING A MERCURY SWITCH

TO INDUCE AN ELECTRIC SHOCK

Eliot N. Symmes, Seattle, Wash.

Filed Sept. 23, 1974

It is an object of this invention to provide an improved means to assist a person in breaking an undesirable habit.

It is a further object of the invention to provide an improved means to assist a person in breaking an undesirable habit which may be used under a variety of different circumstances.

In accordance with the present invention, a wrist band is adapted to be worn by a person desiring to overcome an undesirable habit, such as smoking. The wrist band includes a normally open mercury switch which closes when the person raises his arm. An electrical circuit including a source of power may be included in a case adapted to be clipped on the belt or clothing of the person. The mercury switch is connected to the source of power so that when it is closed by the person lifting his arm, as by moving a cigarette to his lips, a shock is induced in the person.

SYNTHETIC FECAL FLUID COMPOUND

SYNTHETIC FECAL FLUID COMPOUND

Richard S. Yeo, Dunwoody; Debra N. Welchel, Alpharetta, both of Georgia

Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Neenah, Wis.

Filed Jun. 1, 1993

The present invention relates to a synthetic fecal fluid compound which has an improved dewatering rate thereby making it more useful than existing materials for testing and other procedures where fecal matte is involved. One particular area of usefulness is with respect to the development of personalcare devices such as diapes, training pants and incontinence garments which serve to collect and contain fecal matter.

Many companies, such as the assignee of record, expend large sums of money in the development of and improvement in personal care products including diapers,training pants and incontinence garments. One of the primary criteria in the development of such products is their ability to collect and contain body fluids including urine and fecal matter. While it is often the case that end-of-term development of a new or improved product involves actual experimental consumer testing, much of the initial testing is done on a bench scale in the laboratories. In such situations it is not practical to use actual body fluids. As a result, synthetic materials and substitutes are used. Strange as it may seem, materials used in the past have included mashed potatoes,brownie mix, peanut butte and pumpkin pie filing. In fact the need for such a material is great enough that a synthetic formulation has been commercially produced and sold. SiliClone Studio of Valley Forge, Pa. has marketed a synthetic fecal fluid solid under the trademark FECLONE.

One problem in the use of the previously mentioned materials is their inability to mimic the actual material. Babies, as an example,excrete fecal matter which varies over a wide range of viscosities despite the fact that the water content stays fairly constant. This variance in viscosity/consistency is often due to the babies' diets, health and stage of development. ...

...One major problem with synthetic fecal compounds and their substitutes is the fact that they release their water content or dewater too rapidly. Despite the apparent simplicity of personal care products, their actual structures are very complex. Their ability to absorb and retain body fluids is critically dependent upon the interaction with test fluid and compounds. As a result, the more inaccurate the properties are of the test fluids and compounds, the more inexact will be the testing within the lab. This in turn results in the need for more experimental use testing, higher costs and longer time periods for development. It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a synthetic fecal fluid compound. It is another object of the present invention to provide a synthetic fecal fluid compound with a greater ability to retain water and therefore have a slower dewatering rate.

Editor's note: No drawing of the synthetic fecal fluid compound was provided.

FACIAL EXERCISE METHOD

FACIAL EXERCISE METHOD

Carol A. Ewing, Milford Mich.

Filed Apr. 17, 1985

An exercise method is disclosed for improving the tone of the facial muscles and thereby removing or reducing wrinkles in the overlying skin. A facial muscle underlying a region of skin to be tightened is selected for exercise. The primary stiffener is applied to the surface of the skin over the selected muscle and secondary stiffeners are applied to other regions of the skin which would be creased by contraction of the selected muscle. An exercise weight is attached to the primary stiffener at a location over the selected muscle. The selected muscle is contracted and released repeatedly to lift and lower the weight a predetermined number of times.

ARTIFICIAL ANIMAL

ARTIFICIAL ANIMAL

Oscar C. Williams of San Diego, California

Application filed March 6, 1928

My invention relates to artificial animals with movable limbs and members operated by natural animals or insects and the objects of my invention are: First, to provide an animal of this class which in appearance resembles a natural animal and in which the limbs or members are movable substantially as those of the natural animal: second, to provide an animal of this class in which the limbs and members are pivotally, revolubly and reciprocably mounted in the body thereof to obtain a variety of motion of said limbs and members; third, to provide an animal of this class in which the interior of the body portion or the parts containing movable members are made hollow so as to provide ample space for the movement and operation of the natural animals or insects placed within said hollow portion; fourth, to provide an animal of this class in which means re provided to keepthe natural animal or insect in the interior thereof in motion and thus provide continuous movement of the said limbs or members; fifth, to provide an animal of this class with a convenient and novel means of entrance and exit of said natural animals or insects; sixth, to provide an animal of this class which is novelly constructed and seventh, to provide an animal of this class which is very simple and economical of construction, duragble, and which will not readily deteriorate or get out of order.

PERFUME DISPENSER

PERFUME DISPENSER

Milton B. Seligman, Philadelphia, Pa.

Application July 9, 1949

The present invention has to do with a perfume dispenser and is concerned primarily with a dispenser that is made as the replica of a live figure.

At the present time, members of the female sex which comprise the large majority of the users of perfume are desirous of having the perfume available in a dispenser which presents an attractive appearance when exposed to view on a dressing table. Following this trend the present invention has in view as its foremost objective the provision of a perfume dispenser which takes the form of the representation of a live figure.

While it is possible and entirely practical to simulate almost any live figure in producing such a dispenser, the invention has particularly in mind the figure of a woman.

It is of course, necessary to provide a discharge opening together with a removable closure for the opening. Thus another object is to provide, in a perfume dispenser of the type indicated, a live figure having a mouth which is fashioned to constitute the discharge opening.

In providing a closure for the discharge opening, the invention proposes the use of an element which blends in with the figure; thus, with the dispenser taking the form of a woman, the closure for the discharge opening takes the form of a cigarette which is adapted to function as a plug for the discharge opening.

COMBINED CIGAR-LIGHTING LAMP AND ADVERTISER

COMBINED CIGAR-LIGHTING LAMP AND ADVERTISER

William E. Parsons, Jr., of New York, N. Y.

Application filed January 12, 1881

To all whom it may concern:

Be it known that I, WILLIAM E. PARSONS, Jr., of the city, county, and State of New York, have invented a new and useful Improvement in Cigar-Lighting Lamps and Advertisers, of which the following is a specification.

The object of the invention is to provide a cigar-lighting device or lamp which will not onlybe adapted for the purpose of cigar-lighting, but at the same time embody an attractive and effective means of advertising.

ARM SUPPORT

ARM SUPPORT

Raymond C. Fuschetti, Hingham, Mass.

Filed Apr. 6, 1959

The present invention relates in general to arm supports and more particularly concerns a novel article of manufacture for supporting the upper arms in a generally horizontal position. The support is light weight, relatively easy to fabricate, low in cost, and especially useful for relieving arm fatigue of a woman who styles her own hair.

For a number of years, home permanent wave kits have been very popular with many women because attractive hair styling may be obtained at relatively low cost. However, the time required for a woman to complete a home permanent is considerable since each curl must be individually formed by appropriately inserting a curler. As a result, the arms remain extended above the shoulders for long periods of time and become extremely tired. In addition, a large number of time-consuming movements are required to grasp the individual curlers from a dressing table and instert them into the hair.

Accordingly, the present invention contemplates and has as an important object reducing the arm fatigue of a woman styling her own hair.

Another object of the invention is to provide means helpful in reducing the time-motion product in connection with styling one's hair by reducing the extent of arm motion involved in transferring pin curlers from a receptacle to the hair.

It is still another object of the invention to achieve the preceding objects with a low-cost light-weight structure of simple form.

ADJUSTABLE BRASSIERE DRYING HANGER

ADJUSTABLE BRASSIERE DRYING HANGER

Martelle C. Badgley, Los Angeles, Calif.

Application December 8, 1955

This invention relates to drying hangers and more particularly to a hanger for drying brassieres when washed.

The general object of the invention is to provide a brassiere drying hanger constructed and arranged to cause the brassiere to retain its normal shape after it has been dried on said hanger.

A more particular object of the invention is to provide an adjustable brassiere drying hanger, by means of which the bust forms of the hanger may be adjusted laterally toward or away from each other, to fit the breast cups of brassieres spaced at different distances apart.

ISOMETRIC PUSH-UP MACHINE

ISOMETRIC PUSH-UP MACHINE

Gregory F. Ganzer, 1423 Chicago Ave, Bay Shore, N.Y.

Filed Jul. 26, 1989

A wall mounted isometric push-up machine for a user is disclosed. Included is a first member having a first end and a second end, a second member having a second end and a first end that is pivotally connected to the first end of the first member, an applicator being fixedly connected to the second end of the second member, wherein a spring is used for regulating the tension the applicator applies to the back of the user so that the user can choose his own comfortable amount.

TOY OR NOVELTY HAT

TOY OR NOVELTY HAT

Irvin W. Schmahl and Earl H. Schmahl, both of Box 233, Madison Lake, Minn.

Filed July 21, 1959

This invention relates generally to toys and novelties for the use and enjoyment of young people, and the primary object of our invention is to provide a toy or novelty hat which will not only be entertaining to youngsters but which will also be educational at least to some extent.

A further object of the invention is to provide a hat or helmet to be worn on the head of the user and associated with which is a planetary element connected by an extensible, spring retracted tether to the hat but adapted to be driven and motivated into an orbital path by a rolling, rotating movement of the head about the upright axis of the wearer's neck. Thus the hat may simulate a space station from which is launched a satellite to travel in orbit about said station, said satellite being, of course, the planetary element before mentioned and which normally will rest in a centered position atop the hat but which is placed into orbit by movement of the head as also stated. Since said planetary element is normally retracted to its centered position atop the hat by action of the spring biased tether or flexible cord connecting the element to the hat the diameter of the orbit into which the element is flung will be determined by the vigor with which the head is moved to maintain said element in its "flying" condition. This not only places a premium upon the vigor or dexterity of the head movements, as is necessary to maintain the interest of young people in such toys, but the action as a whole will serve to teach the user something of the nature and effects of centrifugal forces, by varying the head movement the satellite bay be caused to travel in other than circular orbits about the hat, teaching the user and his companions the differences between the terms apogee and perigee as just two examples of the technical terminology brought into common usage by the recent advances in space exploration and rocket travels.