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...that power steering was invented by independent inventor Francis W. Davis? As chief engineer in the 1920s of the truck division of the Pierce Arrow Motor Car Company, he saw how hard it was to steer heavy vehicles. So that he would be able to keep the profits from his future invention, Davis left his job, rented a small engineering shop in Waltham, Mass., and developed a hydraulic power steering system that led to power steering.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7631450 | Advertising display for portable structure Frame assemblies (10) for displaying sheets of advertising on portable structures such as portable toilets are adapted for durability and ease of use and maintenance. In various embodiments a frame assembly according to the invention may comprise a cover (... | 12/15/2009 |
| 7341356 | Dual magnification vanity mirror adjustable in height and orientation A dual magnification vanity mirror adjustable in height and orientation includes an elongated stanchion curved into the shape of a C having a downwardly depending threaded support leg insertably receivable through a central hole in a base plate and removably fastena... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7320195 | Self supporting knock-down display frame device having a multitude of interchangeable parts engaged by an integral frame fastening and frame support device The specification discloses a picture display device comprising a pair of transparent plates interconnected and supported for viewing by a single integral fastener. The fastener is able to integrally engage a variety of optional embellishing elements to be chosen an... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7313880 | Connecting device for frame members of frame A connecting device for frame members of a frame which facilitates setting and replacement of a showpiece to the frame particularly by devising how to attach a corner member and a frame member is provided. A connecting device for connecting each corner portion of a ... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7231736 | Concealed foldout shelf and/or box A foldable shelf including a picture in a picture frame, the picture including at least one foldable shelf member, which in a first configuration is generally flat and removably fixed in the picture frame, and in a second configuration is folded out of the picture f... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7146759 | Two-faced optional mat picture frames This invention discloses composite two faced picture, document and/or other artwork frames, each composed of two separate frames with panes permanently installed on elastomeric pads and fitted to allow pane to pane resilient contact with two sets of displayed materi... | 12/12/2006 |
| 6951069 | Method and apparatus for framing of objects A framing system for dependently supporting an object generally comprises a plurality of frame elements for perimetrically engaging the object to be framed and a plurality of securing members. The frame elements are defined one from another by a plurality of interio... | 10/04/2005 |
| 6423402 | Bulletin board and method for making the same A bulletin board includes a generally planar polyfoam layer having a front surface and a back surface, wherein the back surface includes a recessed surface portion formed therein having an integrally disposed generally planar stiffening member held in pla... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6354031 | Device for the presentation of documents A device for the presentation of documents, which includes a back element (3; 13; 17) and a frame (2) capable of surrounding the back element (3; 13; 17). The latter includes one or more fixing elements (9; 10), each comprising a part (20) capable of defo... | 03/12/2002 |
| 6298593 | Picture frame assembly and retainer therefor The frame assembly for mounting a picture, painting, photograph or the like includes: a generally rectangular frame having an inwardly extending rear end flange; a backing board having a border or perimeter and being constructed and arranged to be receive... | 10/09/2001 |
| 6269569 | Aluminum stretcher frame system This is a rigid aluminum frame system designed so that printed, applied art or graphic art on canvas or vinyl may be applied to the frame. Rectangular or square frames attach to interior or exterior walls. The frames project two inches from the wall, with... | 08/07/2001 |
| 6237270 | Method of assembling a picture frame A puzzle frame kit includes a planar display having an outer periphery, and a plurality of interconnecting jigsaw puzzle pieces which, when assembled together, form a frame for the planar display. The interconnecting puzzle pieces include a plurality of p... | 05/29/2001 |
| 5794372 | Picture frame molding A molding for making picture frames having grooves in the molding edges which will form the rear face and the outer periphery of an assembled frame. These grooves may be used to receive plywood panels to make the frame deeper, as in a shadow box, or to ma... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5749184 | Light frame system with fastener clips A frame assembly for a door light is formed with inner and outer half-frames sandwiching a translucent panel. The half-frames have a plurality of side members defining a closed polygon. Each side member includes, in cross-section, a flat portion for suppo... | 05/12/1998 |
| 5546685 | Display apparatus for desired items with easy exchange of desired items, and with protection from ultra-violet light A display system for items, the system featuring easy substitution of a second group of items for a first group of items is provided. A display assembly has a frame, a mat, a retainer for the items, and a backing board. Pins inserted through holes anchor ... | 08/20/1996 |
| 5522163 | Card holder A cardholder for displaying a card including a transparent base with a wall having a slot therein, a transparent cover having a flange extending therefrom, and a threaded fastener wherein the flange on the cover engages the slot in the wall and the thread... | 06/04/1996 |
| 5383293 | Picture frame arrangement A picture frame arrangement for installation in picture frames. The arrangement includes a planar mat board having a first picture viewing opening, a thin transparent film secured to the back surface of the mat board and covering the mat board picture vie... | 01/24/1995 |
| 5379537 | Turn button A turn button for a picture frame includes an elongated body portion having first and second raised bosses on a first side surface thereof adjacent opposite ends of the body portion. The first boss has a central aperture therethrough for rotatably mountin... | 01/10/1995 |
| 5371963 | Display apparatus for desired items with easy exchange of desired items, and with protection from ultra-violet light A display system for a plurality of small items, the system featuring easy substitution of a second group of items for a first group of items, and featuring protection of the items from ultra-violet radiation. A transparent plate is mounted within a frame... | 12/13/1994 |
| 5343642 | Picture frame assembly A picture frame is formed by assembling two C-shaped sections. The free ends of a U-shaped clip are inserted into a pair of adjacent openings, one of which is formed in each frame section. The clip serves to secure the two frame sections and provide suppo... | 09/06/1994 |
| 5247744 | Concealed compartment in picture frame A picture frame that includes a concealed compartment includes three frame members connected at their ends to form a U-shaped structure and a fourth frame member that is unconnected to the three frame members and to which a picture-bearing panel is affixe... | 09/28/1993 |
| 5246374 | Expandable family tree and modular kit for building the same A kit, structure, and method for displaying pictures of related individuals or couples in a family tree according to actual family relationships The kit has at least one picture holder in the shape of a heart and several in the shape of leaves One or more... | 09/21/1993 |
| 5159770 | Parting surface structure of bulletin device A parting surface structure of a bulletin device for indication or decoration in station yards, underground passages, buildings, exhibitions, etc. has an adjustable construction. A fitting slot is formed in the inner peripheral edge of a parting surface b... | 11/03/1992 |
| 5125175 | Children's waterproof, safety picture frame A picture frame (10) for safe handling by children having a front subframe (12) and rear subframe (18) with smooth, substantially unbroken outer surfaces which sandwich a transparent sheet (14) against which the picture (16) is placed. The picture (16) is... | 06/30/1992 |
| 5099590 | Parting surface structure of bulletin device The present invention relates to a parting surface structure of a bulletin device for indication or decoration in station yards, underground passages, buildings, exhibitions, etc. A fitting slot is formed in the inner peripheral edge of a parting surface ... | 03/31/1992 |
| 5079860 | Frame for decorative objects A reversible curved frame for pictures or other generally planar decorative items. Curved channel segments are joined end to end to form an endless frame. Links received with the channels at the ends thereof retain the segments in joined relationship.... | 01/14/1992 |
| 4991328 | Structures formed from joined elements Devices for the display of photographs and other items constructed from a plurality of generally flat, plate-like elements joined together by one or more elastic bands. The bands extend out beyond the outside surfaces of the assembled structures, and serv... | 02/12/1991 |
| 4805326 | Frame for releasably framing articles A frame (10) for releasably framing articles such as pictures, photographs, posters and menus includes a plurality of elongate members (12, 14, 16 18) having mitred ends mated together, and an elastic band (20), the elastic band being located in a continu... | 02/21/1989 |
| 4757623 | Nameplate holder A sign in accordance with this invention comprises a pair of end members, with each end member having a longitudinal groove, and with each of the end members having a foot portion configured such that the respective longitudinal groove bears approximately... | 07/19/1988 |
| 4726133 | Frame for releasably framing articles The present invention is directed to a frame (10) for releasably framing articles, such as pictures, photographs, posters and menus. The frame comprises a plurality of elongate members (12, 14, 16, 18) having mitred ends mated together, and a tensible loo... | 02/23/1988 |
| 4542605 | Sign A sign has a rigid peripheral frame extending around an opening lying in a plane and a sheet of flexible sign material extending across the opening. The frame has a flange with a free end defining the periphery of the opening, the flange extending from th... | 09/24/1985 |
| 4413035 | Framing assembly This disclosure relates to a framing assembly comprising a plurality of elongated members each of which is mitered on at least one end, the at least one mitered end of each elongated member being further provided with a tabular projection of substantially... | 11/01/1983 |
| 4399625 | Roll-on picture frame A roll-on picture frame is provided whereby a one piece C-shaped channel is fitted around the perimeter of a sheet of clear plastic or thin glass, a picture or document and a back-up cardboard having a means for closing and securing the one piece C-shaped... | 08/23/1983 |
| 4314417 | Motor vehicle registration plate holder This invention relates to a holder for motor vehicle registration plates and consists of a backing member which is adapted for attachment to a motor vehicle and a frame made from a plastics material which covers the periphery of the registration plate whe... | 02/09/1982 |
| 4301199 | Precut framing Precut framing dimensioned and shaped to form a frame and support for pictures, posters and the like includes a strip of material with a decorative front surface and an adhesive coating on the back surface. The strip has a configuration resembling a trape... | 11/17/1981 |
| 4283870 | Frame device The frame device comprises a main body portion having a pair of oppositely disposed limb members joined in a fixed position to the main body portion when the frame devices is in an assembled condition. One or both limb members are either movable on the ma... | 08/18/1981 |
| 4275520 | Modular plane surface display structure A modular panel system for making possible easy transportation in compact dissassembled form of a large single plane display surface structure comprised of at least four plastic foam core type panel sections assembled with their edges abutting the edges o... | 06/30/1981 |
| 4233769 | Real estate sign support Disclosed herein is a sign support collapsible for transport and which is conveniently adjustable to accommodate signs of various dimensions. The sign support comprises an assembly of an L-shaped upright provided with a pointed spike at one end and with a... | 11/18/1980 |
| 4209922 | Adjustable and knock-down picture frame construction The frame including a pair of edge engaging members for engagement along opposite edges of a picture, and a pair of clamping assemblies each extending between the pair of edge engaging members in clamping engagement therewith to hold the components in ope... | 07/01/1980 |
| 4176480 | Poster supporting frame A device for use in maintaining a poster or like sheet decorative material in a flat configuration by removably engaging narrow marginal edge portions thereof, and as a result no portion of the decorative insignia on the poster being concealed from view w... | 12/04/1979 |
