Abstract:
Disclosed herein are embodiments of devices for making knotted string accessories. Embodiments of the device may include a center axis, a base having a substantially planar surface such that the center axis extends perpendicular to the substantially planar surface of the base, a securing member proximate to the center axis and configured to secure a central portion of each of a plurality of individual strings, and a plurality of holders connected to and extending away from the substantially planar surface of the base, the plurality of holders configured to retain a first end portion and a second end portion of each string in the plurality of individual strings, the plurality of holder spaced apart from and positioned symmetrically about the securing member.
Abstract:
An article transfer apparatus for moving at least one article from a first position to a second position wherein a single drive independently drives one of two lift arms that are reciprocally movable between the first position and the second position independent of one another. The article transfer apparatus provides a base member that is movable on a guide rail for movement along a predetermined path. First and second lift arms are movably supported on the base member for reciprocal and independent movement between the first and second positions. The movement between the first and second positions of the lift arms define a first path of travel, and the base member moving along the guide rail defines a second path of travel wherein the first path of travel is substantially perpendicular to the second path of travel. The single drive cooperatively engages the first and second lift arm to independently drive the first and second lift arms between the first position and the second position. A supporting means is provided to support one of the first and second lift arms in the first position when the other of the first and second lift arms is driven outside the first position by the single drive.
Abstract:
Disclosed herein are embodiments of apparatuses and kits for making craft image tiles to customize jewelry or other accessories. One embodiment of an apparatus for making craft image tiles comprises a base having a top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface with a cavity there between; a cutting mechanism movably positioned within the cavity and comprising a cutting blade configured to cut through a sheet of images; and a handle extending from the cutting mechanism and accessible outside of the base, configured to move the cutting blade along an axis substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the base in response to a mechanical input at a handle input end. The top surface includes an aperture defined therein, and the aperture is sized to receive the cutting blade.
Abstract:
Disclosed herein are embodiments of devices and kits for making knotted string accessories. Embodiments of a device comprise a base that has a substantially planar surface, a perimeter, and a center axis. Furthermore the embodiments include a plurality of holders connected to the substantially planar surface proximate to the perimeter of the base, located at a distance from the center axis, wherein the plurality of holders are configured to retain individual strings. Embodiments of a kit comprise the device, a plurality of strings for use with the device, and storage compartments.
Abstract:
A locating device for locating a body such as an electrical box behind a wall or ceiling. The device includes a first member positionable in the body and a second member that can be positioned on the outer surface of the wall or ceiling. A magnet positioned in the first member cooperates with a magnet positioned in the second member to maintain the second member in an aligned position with respect to the electrical box. Two magnets can be used to enhance the alignment of the second member with the electrical box. A circular first member can be used for locating circular boxes or lights. A second member having an arm can be used with a circular first member. The second member can include a plurality of apertures, each aperture sized to correspond to a specific size light or electrical box.
Abstract:
An apparatus for converting rotational movement of a rotary member to harmonic linear motion for moving an article transfer apparatus between a first position and a second position. The apparatus provides a follower pivotally connected to the extending end of the rotary member, and a planar support plate having a slotted aperture for receiving the follower of the rotary member. A pair of opposing low friction planar guides slidingly support the support plate of the article transfer apparatus for movement in a predetermined plane. When the rotary member rotates, the follower moves along the slotted aperture of the support plate, and the support plate slides along the planar guides thus imparting linear motion to the article transfer apparatus. When the rotary member is rotated at a substantially constant rotary speed, the linear motion translated to the article transfer apparatus is best described as harmonic motion. The article transfer apparatus may provide a conveyor for transferring an article or workpiece along a predetermined path of travel. The conveyor may have its own independent power means for powering the conveyor.
Abstract:
A workpiece gripper head comprises a body including side plates interiorly slotted on a longitudinal axis adapted to slidably support a selectively reciprocal rod end. A pair of opposed jaw assemblies are guidably mounted within the body and connected thereto for alternate inward and outward movements in a path at right angles to the axis. Each jaw assembly includes a pair of jaw plates having an angular cam slot and a pair of aligned guide slots at right angles to the longitudinal axis. A series of cam rollers upon the rod end are nested within the cam slots and additional rollers are mounted upon the side walls and nested within the guide slots whereby movement in the rod end in one direction moves the jaws towards each other and movement in the opposite direction moves the jaws away from each other.