Railroad maintenance of rails, ties, and ballast does require a need for sweepers such as track cleaners, ballast regulators, and cribbers. To make this task easier, the revolving drum or shaft must be attached with a bristle. In today’s patent, we will discuss Boyd B. Moore’s invention, “Flexible Bristle” (US4144610A), which was patented by the […]
Read moreChimney fires are caused due to accumulation of creosote deposits along with the chimney, which is why the house owners are encouraged to clean the appliance and remove these deposits once or twice a year. In today’s patent, we will discuss Burnell G. Boehland’s invention, “Chimney cleaning apparatus” (US4505000A), which was patented on 19th March 1985 by […]
Read moreThe Orange County Business Journal is a weekly publication that provides a detailed package of news and knowledge about OC businesses, markets, and businesspeople. It is authoritative, succinct, and entertaining. The journal’s 52 issues a year are required reading for the community’s executives, administrators, and practitioners. Its website not only provides links to the Journal’s current and […]
Read moreJohn Rigby & Company (or John Rigby & Co. (Gunmakers) Ltd) is a Dublin-based gunsmithing firm founded in 1775 by John Rigby. The business was established in Dublin, Ireland, by the first John Rigby in 1775; his grandson, also John, opened a London branch in 1865; and Dublin operations had ceased by February 1897. Lüke […]
Read moreAndrew C.R. Tyrer received his patent for the invention of “Life jacket” (US4193153A), by the USPTO on 18th March 1980. The present invention relates to lifejackets. This apparel comprises a one-piece body member which has a flexible plastic foam and also includes a head-rest portion as well. This invention is manufactured by internally heating the sheets […]
Read moreHoney Nut Cheerios is a Cheerios breakfast cereal variety launched in 1979 by Yandel Gonzalez, a General Mills cereal executive. The third variation, unlike the original Cheerios, is sweeter than the original, with a honey and almond taste. Cinnamon Nut Cheerios is the second variation, which was tested in 1976. Although Honey Nut Cheerios used […]
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