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a method of operating a motor vehicle that is equipped with sensors to detect the rpm - rates of the driven wheels includes the steps of : a ) determining current rpm - rates of one or more driven wheels ; b ) examining the current rpm - rates for potential errors ; c ) detecting whether a command for a gear shift has been initiated ; and d ) in case an error was found in step b ), taking protective measures so that the engine cannot be forced to run at rpm - rates detrimental to the safe operation of the vehicle as a consequence of executing and completing the gear shift . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention provides a system and method for performing ranging operations in a cable modem system . in accordance with embodiments of the present invention , transmission times , transmission power levels , transmission carrier frequencies , and pre - equalization parameters are adjusted to provide for robust operation of the cable modem system . more particularly , iterative processing steps are used to provide coefficient ordering , scaling , and aligning between the multiple cable modems and the cable modem termination system present in a cable modem system . | 7Electricity
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a novel aliphatic diisocyanate , namely 1 , 4 - biscyclohexane , is disclosed . polyurethanes derived from this diisocyanate exhibit advantageous properties . illustratively , polyurethane elastomers prepared from the above diisocyanate , a polymeric diol and a low molecular weight diol extender , possess significantly improved resilience properties and are useful in the preparation of automobile bumpers , fenders and the like . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a method and apparatus for a notification system for an automation network . the notification system comprises a sensor for monitoring a network device operably connected to the automation network . an intelligent automation device having an object is responsive to the sensor , wherein the intelligent automation device transmits the object to a receiving device for displaying the object to an operator for requesting human intervention with the automation network . | 7Electricity
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a multi - use vacuum cleaner has a central body which houses a motor , air impeller , battery and a dirt collection chamber . one end of the central body has a face inclined to the longitudinal axis of the central body with a rectangular inlet orifice into which the coupling nozzle of a floor and carpet pickup head can be frictionally inserted . the other end of the body has an integral , axially protruding extension providing a primary handle for manipulating the body as a hand held cushion and upholstery cleaner . the primary handle has means for detachably mounting an extension handle permitting the unit to be used as a standard upright vacuum cleaner or for vacuuming overhead and other areas which would be otherwise inaccessible . | 0Human Necessities
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disclosed is an ultrasonic surgical instrument that combines end - effector geometry to best affect the multiple functions of a shears - type configuration . the shape of the blade is characterized by a radiused cut offset by some distance to form a curved geometry . the cut creates a curved surface with multiple asymmetries causing multiple imbalances within the blade . imbalance due to the curve of the instrument is corrected by a non - functional asymmetry proximal to the functional asymmetry . imbalance due to the asymmetric cross - section of the blade is corrected by the appropriate selection of the volume and location of material removed from a functional asymmetry . the shape of the blade in one embodiment of the present invention is characterized by two radiused cuts offset by some distance to form a curved and potentially tapered geometry . these two cuts create curved surfaces including a concave surface and a convex surface . the length of the radiused cuts affects , in part , the acoustic balancing of the transverse motion induced by the curved shape . | 0Human Necessities
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stackable storage containers especially useful for storing foodstuffs and the like . the underside of each container has one or more end panels each presenting a beveled surface relative to the container bottom . the closure for the container includes a like number of angled ramp surfaces facing upwardly from the closure , to receive the beveled end surfaces on the underside of a like container stacked on the closure . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a computerized system and method for automatic assembly of a customized hypnotic or therapeutic media file is disclosed . an application collects information from a user , such as a goal to be met or a challenge to be overcome . the application may collect an audio snippet from the user and / or allow the user to record an audio snippet for insertion into the media file . the application may select components of the media file based on user inputs to indirect or direct questions . the application will generate the media file from pre - recorded and user - supplied components into a media file based , at least in part , on a time length supplied by the user . the application may be able to further adjust playback of the media file in real time so as to shorten or lengthen the file from a previously recorded playback length , while still maintaining internal cohesion and certain key message components . | 6Physics
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a controller for use with a guidewire , such as a vascular guidewire , provides a mechanism for gripping and applying a torque to the guidewire without the need to thread the guidewire axially through the controller and at a location close to a point of access of the guidewire . in one embodiment , the controller includes a side - access , multi - part assembly including a collett or other gripping element that applies a uniform radially inward force on the guidewire . in another embodiment , for use with guidewires having active electrically controllable elements , the controller integrally or removably incorporates a switch or other mechanism to initiate an energized state . the controller thereby permits , among other advantages , ergonomic , single - handed control of an electronically steerable guidewire , including axially displacing , torquing and steering the guidewire . | 0Human Necessities
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method and apparatus for electrolytically controlling the formation of scale and biofilm in water purification and other systems . an anode is deposited on or disposed on or adjacent to a surface , such as that of a quartz uv tube , providing a low ph environment which inhibits the formation of carbonate scale and biofilm . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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the invention relates to a dynamic browser interface that is designed to increase information search speed and capability and to and make said search more intuitive . the inventive interface comprises three basic elements : a multidimensional arrangement and presentation system that is used to generate the navigation map : and to represent the following items on said navigation map : the information access nodes ; the multiple categories which are associated with each of said nodes ; the sensory designs such that each node is associated with the corresponding categories thereof and the symbols of the operators on said nodes and categories . a system for pre - selecting and visually searching for information that is designed to provide operators with means for pre - selecting the desired nodes and categories and a system for presenting the requested information that provides the user with the information found a new navigation map , or a combination of both . | 6Physics
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a coupon envelope with an enclosed coupon is provided . the coupon envelope has three sections . each section has a first side and a second side . the first and second sections each have an upper portion , a lower portion , a cut separating the two portions , and a nick connecting the two portions . the third section has a coupon portion , an upper portion , a lower portion , a cut separating the three portions , an upper nick connecting the coupon portion and the upper portion , and a lower nick connecting the coupon portion and the lower portion . the coupon envelope also has a second side attachment and a first side attachment . the second side attachment attaches the second side of the third section to the second side of the second section . the first side attachment attaches the first side of the third section to the second side of the first section . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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in one aspect , the invention relates to a probe . the probe includes a sheath , a flexible , bi - directionally rotatable , optical subsystem positioned within the sheath , the optical subsystem comprising a transmission fiber , the optical subsystem capable of transmitting and collecting light of a predetermined range of wavelengths along a first beam having a predetermined beam size . the probe also includes an ultrasound subsystem , the ultrasound subsystem positioned within the sheath and adapted to propagate energy of a predetermined range of frequencies along a second beam having a second predetermined beam size , wherein a portion of the first and second beams overlap a region during a scan . | 0Human Necessities
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an improved process for preparing a single component toner or developer composition is disclosed whereby toner fines are removed from the composition prior to the addition of conductive carbon followed by a reclassification step to remove excess carbon particles , i . e ., those carbon particles not attached to the toner . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a wrapping material of the horizontal form , fill and seal type has , positioned between a horizontal tube former which forms a web of wrapping material into a tube with a longitudinal bottom joint and an infeed conveyor which advances articles to be wrapped at regular intervals towards the tube former , a platform on which the articles are temporarily supported until pushed off it into the tube former by succeeding articles delivered by the infeed conveyor . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a stripper for stripping a punched workpiece from a punch of a punch press when the punch is withdrawn from the workpiece . the stripper is an elongated tubular member of elastomeric material . the stripper has a magnetic holder on one end to retain the stripper on the punch by magnetic attraction . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a thermal control device for at least one rechargeable electrical energy storage battery , in particular for a battery of a vehicle with electric or hybrid drive and comprising at least one electrochemical component . the device comprises at least one enclosure in which the electrochemical component of the battery is housed , at least one magnetocaloric heat pump associated with the enclosure , at least one heat transfer fluid circulating circuit coupled between the battery and the heat pump and at least one heat exchanging component that is open to the exterior environment and connected to the heat transfer fluid circulating circuit to exchange calories with the exterior environment . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the engine has at least one cylinder each with at least one and preferably multiple air intake valves into the cylinder , and at least one exhaust port at a lower position above the bottom position of the piston . a blower is arranged to force air into each cylinder via each intake valve as the piston moves around the bottom position , the blower not supplying enough pressure to keep each intake valve open during upward motion of the piston , such that during upward motion of the piston , compression occurs within each cylinder , and such that during downward motion of the piston the blower forces air into each cylinder via each intake valve once each exhaust port is uncovered by the downward motion , and out of each cylinder via each exhaust port . the air intake valves are positively actuated by controlled air pressure differentials , for example by each intake valve having a valve disk to close against a valve seat , a valve shaft , and lower and upper guide disks . the lower and upper guide disks run in guide bores and act as actuating pneumatic pistons , the guide bores extending between an air supply chamber receiving air from the blower and a vacuum plenum . the guide disks thereby respond to a pressure differential between the vacuum plenum and the air supply chamber to actuate the valve . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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presented is an apparatus and methods for determining if a determined systematic imbalance difference between a serving base station and one or more candidate base stations exceeds a threshold value and , if so , then using uplink information as part of a handover mechanism . the selective usage of uplink information in the handover mechanism can improve handover performance without unduly adding to complexity and signaling overhead . | 7Electricity
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systems and methods for injecting a fluid into a system are disclosed . the systems include a capillary tube having an inlet and an exit . the capillary tube being configured to release the fluid from a bladder when there exists a pressure difference between the inlet of the capillary tube and the exit of the capillary tube . the pressure difference being caused by a redirection attachment . the methods include causing a pressure differential within a first container . the pressure differential applies pressure to a bladder forcing the fluid to flow from the bladder through a capillary tube . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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crampon and snowshoe combinations are disclosed , wherein the crampon or terrain - engaging cleat can be a traditional ice crampon used on a rigid and essentially unbending boot , or a soft boot cleat which engages only the front portion of the boot , forward of the heel , permitting boot flexing . the snowshoe has in a toe or ball area a registry plate configured to engage with the crampon , preferably between depending teeth or other structure of the crampon , and preferably with a self - centering feature as the crampon is lowered down onto the registry plate . once the cleat or crampon is fully engaged down against the plate , it is substantially locked in position against relative shifting or rotation , and lifting of the boot off the back of the crampon is restricted by clips or straps , preferably flexible straps extending up from the registry plate and securable to brackets or hooks on the crampon device . specific configurations of cleats or crampons are also disclosed , for use with or without snowshoes . | 0Human Necessities
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the invention relates to a method and an arrangement for handling of information search results . the method includes at least : entering a search query ; sending the query to a search engine ; and receiving a search result having a list of data files matching to the search query . and the method comprises at least : paginating the content of the data files retrieved ; rendering page previews of the data files ; selecting the pages to be previewed ; and previewing the matching pages associated with the data files retrieved . | 6Physics
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a process of fabricating aerospace parts using selective laser sintering is provided , wherein the process generally comprises the steps of preparing a powder nylon material , loading the powder nylon material into a laser sintering machine , warming up the powder nylon material according to build warm - up parameters , building the part according to build parameters and part parameters , and cooling down the part according to build cool - down parameters . as a result , parts are produced that are directly used in aerospace structures , which meet the stringent performance requirements of aerospace applications , rather than as rapid prototypes as with conventional selective laser sintering processes . additionally , specific designs for aerospace parts such as ducts , panels , and shrouds are provided that are produced by the selective laser sintering process . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a combination wind rotor and output energy transducer to provide output energy from the system and to automatically regulate the wind rotor at all wind velocities to thereby allow the wind rotor to operate at a constant tip speed / wind velocity ratio and at its maximum efficiency . the energy transducer is a combination of positive displacement hydraulic pump and an orifice in the hydraulic system to generate heat . overspeed protection is afforded by maximum hydraulic loading of the wind rotor in extreme wind conditions . a wind rotor steering system by which the wind rotor is oriented into the wind at all wind velocities . the wind rotor restoring torque is automatically in balance with its reaction torque . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a pharmaceutical composition , containing as active principle cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride , 3 - cyclo - epten - 5 - yliden )- n , n - dimethyl - 1 - propanamine hydrochloride , in form suitable to be administered by itranasal route , is described . said pharmaceutical composition allows a remarkable absorption rapidity of the active principle , does not undergo the first hepatic passage , has an excellent tolerability with low tonicity formulations and does not show any contraindication in the short period administrations . | 0Human Necessities
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a tandem comprising the combination of leveller and covering wheels for use in no - till or direct - till sowing machines . the leveller wheel has a semipneumatic tread including a cavity next to the furrow opener disk to make room for the soil removed from the ground by the latter without compacting it . the cavity spans between one - and two - thirds the breadth of the tread . the shape of the cavity follows the profile naturally formed by the elevated rib of soil formed on the ground on which the covering wheel operates . the cross - section area of the cavity is 30 % greater than that of the deepest expected furrow . the covering wheel is provided with conical studs which radially project outwards from the tread , at a 5 ° angle to the wheel plane , the flat rolling band being slanted at 30 ° to the horizontal . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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an arrangement for monitoring a rotational speed sensor of an internal combustion engine having a starter and a rotational speed sensor which supplies an output signal in dependence on a rotational speed , has a unit for measuring a vehicle electrical system voltage , and a control device in which an output signal of the rotational speed sensor is related to a vehicle electrical system voltage and an error operation of the rotational speed sensor is monitored . the measuring unit and the control device are formed so that for error recognition a course of the vehicle electrical system voltage is evaluated during a starting process of the internal combustion engine , and an error recognition is released only when a typical course of a starting process for the vehicle electrical system voltage is recognized and simultaneously no output signal of the rotational speed sensor is recognized . | 6Physics
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a multi - lenses optical device with high resolution is provided for converting an optical image into electronic signals . the multi - lenses optical device includes a focusing unit for focusing a plurality of sections of the optical image to correspondingly generate a plurality of focused image sections with the same ratio and having the same optical path length , a photoelectric conversion unit for converting the plurality of focused image sections into the electronic signals , a switching unit for sequentially having each one of the focused image sections or the optical image sections selected and having the selected image secton transmitted to the photoelectric conversion unit , and a light - reflecting unit mounted between the photoelectric conversion unit and the focusing units for transmitting the plurality of image sections . | 7Electricity
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packets filtering method in a wireless network system . the method includes following steps : using a first node of the wireless network system to transmit a packet to a switch of the wireless network system , using a receiving module of the switch to receive the packet , using an identifying module of the switch to sequentially compare an address information of the packet with a plurality of address data of an address list , and using a transmitting module of the switch to transmit the packet to a second node via a local area network if the address information of the packet corresponds to one of the address data of the address list . | 7Electricity
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a gas compressor based on the use of a driven rotor having an axially oriented compression ramp traveling at a local supersonic inlet velocity which forms a supersonic shockwave axially , between adjacent strakes . in using this method to compress inlet gas , the supersonic compressor efficiently achieves high compression ratios while utilizing a compact , stabilized gasdynamic flow path . operated at supersonic speeds , the inlet stabilizes an oblique / normal shock system in the gasdyanamic flow path formed between the gas compression ramp on a strake , the shock capture lip on the adjacent strake , and captures the resultant pressure within the stationary external housing while providing a diffuser downstream of the compression ramp . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a multidimensional spectrometer provides broadband white light pump and probe pulses to allow acquisition of multidimensional spectral information over a wide range commensurate with solar - related chemical processes . | 6Physics
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methods and apparatus are disclosed for removing undesirable volatile components having high boiling points from a product stream during polymerization of monovinyl aromatic compounds such as styrene , which methods include the use of partial condensers , devolatilizers , and filter beds . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an electrical fitting having an improved arrangement on the trailing end for attaching electrical cables thereto . a connector body includes a trailing opening and an intermediate flange . an open channel extends from the trailing opening to the intermediate flange and includes a bottom . a bridge on the connector body adjacent the trailing opening is adapted to receive a tandem tang secured thereto . the tandem tang includes a common middle section and a leading tang and a trailing tang extending therefrom . cable grabbing ends are provided on both the leading and trailing tangs . the leading and trailing tangs extend from outward of the connector body into the open channel . the tangs are of substantial length and are cantilevered over such a distance so as to enable easy insertion of cable within the trailing opening . the open channel permits additional space for flexing of the tangs of the tandem tang to further ease insertion of cables into the fitting . bend lines on the leading and trailing tangs direct the cable grabbing ends toward an inserted cable and thereby hold the cable against the bottom of the open channel . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a position estimator for determining the position and velocity of a moving platform in cooperation with radio navigation aids is described incorporating an unbiased estimator , such as a least means square estimator , a biased estimator for determining the angle of inner section of the lines of position from the radio naviation aids for determining the liklihood of geometric dilution of precision and a switch for selecting the estimate of position and velocity from said biased estimator at first times and the unbiased estimator at second times . the invention overcomes the problem of accuracy degredation associated with a nearly collinear measurement geometry which causes the variance of the position estimates to be higly inflated . | 6Physics
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an adjustable sling system provides a quick release fitting which enables a sling system to transition from a close to the body quick fire position to an away from the body aiming position . the adjustable sling system incorporates a first end having a first attachment fitting carried closer to the forward grip of a rifle having a first portion of the first end attached to an extended rubber core web surrounded section . a release clip has a first end supported by a tension ring which is supported along a length of webbing extending from the first portion , and includes a riveted connection to the web strap and reinforcement plate as it extends from the first end . the slope in the direction of capture is calculated with respect to the force of the spring action to insure that the close body position is maintained absent a deliberate forward aiming motion . a second adjustable sling system for use with military full back pack or load bearing equipment such as a load bearing vest enables a slide fitting on a rifle sling to be used with a “ y ” shaped support which connects to a backpack . rifle attached fittings are disclosed which permit rifles to be supported in the vertical position with either of the first or second adjustable sling systems . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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in an ac generator of a motor vehicle , having a positive polarity brush from which current flows into a corresponding slip ring and a negative polarity brush into which current flows from the corresponding slip ring , the brushes or the springs of the brushes are configured respectively differently , to achieve substantially identical rates of wear for the brushes . this is done for example by increasing the area of contact between the negative polarity brush and its slip ring , lengthening the negative polarity brush , or decreasing the amount of force applied by the spring of the negative polarity brush . | 7Electricity
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a motor vehicle seat including a seat part and a foldable seatback including a rear face including a tray , the seatback configured to be folded onto the seat part to bring the rear face thereof into a substantially horizontal position . the tray is affixed against the rear face of the seatback and is held against the face by a locking mechanism including an actuating member , and a pressure exerted on the actuating member releases the tray such that the tray can be removed from the seatback . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the invention provides a system and method for processing object - based audiovisual information which is capable of flexibly encoding , storing and accessing a variety of data objects . audiovisual objects , illustratively prepared in mpeg - 4 format , are stored onto physical media using file consisting of segments and access layer primary data units , which are accessed using index information . the processes of encoding , storing and accessing audiovisual information are decoupled from monolithic storage in a strict linear order , and reordering and other editorial manipulations are possible . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method for engaging a player or a pair of players in a motion related game including the steps of attaching plural colored elements onto selected portions of the player garments and processing a video stream of each of the players to separately identify the positions , velocities an accelerations of the several colored elements . the method further comprises generation of a combatant competitor image and moving the image in a manor to overcome the player . in a further approach , two players are recorded and their video images are presented one screens frontal to the other of the players . the same colored elements are used to enable computer calculations of fighting proficiency of the players . | 6Physics
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a catheter is adapted to ablate tissue and provide optically - based lesion qualitative and quantitative monitoring , comprising a catheter body and a tip electrode distal the catheter body adapted for ablating tissue , the tip electrode having a shell and an alignment member defining a hollow distal portion therebetween . in accordance with the invention , the catheter further includes a plurality of optical waveguides adapted to transmit optical energy to and from the tip electrode . a distal portion of each waveguide extends through the hollow distal portion and terminates in openings formed in the shell . advantageously , the alignment member fixedly secures the distal portion of each waveguide against movement relative to the alignment member and the shell . | 0Human Necessities
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a miniature flow controller housing a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet , with the inlet pressure exceeding the outlet pressure . the outlet has orifices defined in a crystalline silicon membrane , along crystal planes of the silicon so that the geometry of the orifices is precisely known . the inlet and outlet are throttled by poppets which can seal the orifices on command of a device controller . the poppets are driven by shape retentive membranes which have two states , an open state and a closed state with a state change caused by application of small amounts of current to a resistive element in contact with the membrane . rapid actuation of the poppets causes operation of the valve in a pulse mode . where the fluid is a gas , pressure and temperature transducers measure conditions inside of the housing for application of gas law principles . by recording instantaneous pressure and temperature in the chamber , as the poppets are actuated , mass flow through the outlet orifices of the chamber is computed . | 6Physics
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a split cylindrical clamp encloses inner ends of grip bars of a folding handlebar to hold the grip bars in a firm , stationary , and strong riding position . a single user gesture flips a clamp lever to loosen the split cylindrical clamp allows the grip bars to be slid outward and folded to a folded position . the split cylindrical clamp is then tightened with another single gesture , flipping the clamp lever in an opposite direction , locking the grip bars in the folded position . while locked in the folded position , the grip bars are entirely immobilized . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a pneumatic seacock retrofit is provided for convenient closing of all or a portion of the seacocks , whether as a matter of every day convenience or for use in an emergency , in which all of the vessel &# 39 ; s seacocks can be pneumatically closed at the same time , leaving the possibility of selectively overriding seacock closure , with all control valves operating to provide a momentary pulse of air to the rotary actuators and then return to a neutral position , leaving the actuators free for further control . moreover , an operator is free to manually close a valve in the event that the pneumatic system fails . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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this invention relates to a food processors and specifically to flexible blades for food processors . disclosed is a rotatable , flexible cutting blade and a food processing apparatus using a rotatable , flexible cutting blade . the rotatable , flexible cutting blade is connected to a food processor drive mechanism and is comprised of one or more blade arms . the blade arms comprise a blade and a flexible portion where the flexible portion connects the blade to the drive mechanism via mechanical means . the blade arms start in a first position away from the plane orthogonal to the axis of rotation of the rotatable , flexible cutting blade . when the rotatable , flexible cutting blade is rotated at sufficient speeds , centrifugal forces cause the blades to move away from their first position . as the rotation slows , the blades return to their first position . | 0Human Necessities
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an improved radiation detector containing a crystalline mixture of laf 3 and cef 3 as the scintillator element is disclosed . scintillators made with from 25 % to 99 . 5 % laf 3 and the remainder cef 3 have been found to provide a balance of good stopping power , high light yield and short decay constant that is equal to or superior to other known scintillator materials , and which may be processed from natural starting materials containing both rare earth elements . the radiation detectors disclosed are favorably suited for use in general purpose detection and in positron emission tomography . | 6Physics
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a water treatment tank for separating particles from water , has a separation chamber with at least one set of inclined parallel plates , with a slot between each pair of adjacent plates for substantial horizontal flow of water between the plates . a sludge chamber is located beneath the separation chamber for collecting sludge including the particles separated from the water during passage of the water through the separation chamber . an inlet chamber on one side of the separation chamber introduces the substantially horizontal flow of water into the separation chamber , and an outlet chamber on an opposite side of the separation chamber receives the flow in the substantially horizontal direction from the separation chamber . the outlet chamber is located above and communicates with the sludge chamber and further separates particles from the water in the outlet chamber , the particles descending into the sludge chamber . an outlet channel is located in an upper portion of the outlet chamber and has an outlet weir on each side of the outlet channel . the outlet channel and outlet weirs extend for the length of the separation chamber , and a surface layer of water in the outlet chamber overflows the outlet weirs into the outlet channel to create an outflow . an overflow rate of water per unit length of the outlet weirs is minimized for a given tank flow rate . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a dual circuit pilot master cylinder for a full power brake system provides a minimally sized package for installation in a vehicle cab interior . the master cylinder utilizes a side - by - side disposition of the primary and secondary cylinders and a brake pedal linkage to the pistons allowing flexibility in location of the device . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a golf clubhead including a front strike face , a sole extending rearwardly from the base of the strike face , and a vibration damper mounted at least on one side of the head and including a stress plate and a visco - elastic layer , wherein at least one of the two components of the vibration damper has at least one opening therethrough . | 0Human Necessities
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an ips - lc panel includes first and second substrates , and a liquid crystal interposed therebetween . the first substrate includes common and pixel electrodes that are spaced apart from each other . each of the common and pixel electrodes includes a zigzag pattern having a plurality of indentations and protrusions . the zigzag pattern increases an electric field level applied between the common and pixel electrodes . | 6Physics
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an improved visual field testing device is disclosed . the device is a modification of an automatic goldmann - type perimeter device which permits operation by the physician or technician . | 0Human Necessities
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adherent , thermal shock - resistant protective coatings for nickel base super alloys are obtained by applying to the base metal a thin bond coat of an alloy of chromium aluminum and yttrium with materials selected from the group consisting of iron , cobalt , nickel and nickel - cobalt and applying thereover a continuously graded mixture of this material with a zirconia - based ceramic , the concentration of zirconia - based ceramic increasing from the bond coat to the outer layer . the zirconia ceramic may be stabilized by the addition thereto of amounts of magnesium oxide or other materials . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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adjustable seats and components thereof are detailed . the seats , particularly useful in commercial aircraft , permit substantial angular recline without the corresponding rearward linear movement necessarily occurring in conventional seats . the seats additionally may have discontinuous , or non - integral , seat bottoms , with the heights of the forward portions of the bottoms being adjustable mechanically . tray tables optionally associated with the seats further omit any central slot and may define one or more pivot axes in locations different than exist in conventional seats . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a communication port is susceptible to contaminates such as dirt , dust , and moisture if not properly protected . a communication port that automatically protects against contaminates includes a housing defining an opening and configured to receive a device connector . a face plate is disposed on the housing . the face plate defines a window generally aligned with the opening . a door is slideably disposed on the housing and biased toward a position covering the opening and the window . exerting a force on the door exposes the opening and the window . | 7Electricity
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a punch press having a laser cutting device incorporated therein , including a laser cutting head , a laser generator spaced from the punch press , and a laser beam path adjusting device located between the laser generator and the cutting head is disclosed . more particularly , there is disclosed such a punch press further including a plurality axes , and including a plurality of bend mirrors to redirect the laser beam . devices are provided for obtaining accurate central alignment and focussing of the beam . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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novel liquid crystalline compounds having low viscosity , low transition temperatures , positive dielectric anisotropy and extremely low optical birefringence are provided . the compounds are represented by the formula : ## str1 ## where r and r 1 can be the same or different straight chain alkyl or alkoxy group and m can be 1 or 2 . guest - host electrooptical displays including a mixture of one or more of the compounds with a suitable pleochroic dye exhibit much improved constrast and low driving voltage while eliminating the need for polarizers and excessive dye additions . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a method for conveying sheets through a printing machine and an apparatus for conveying the sheets permit adaptation of a sheet brake to various sheet thicknesses by reducing a speed of the sheets in the direction of advance by bringing the sheets individually one after another into contact with at least one suction element moved in the direction of advance , and by holding each sheet by the action of a suction apparatus on the suction element along a conveying section , dependent upon the sheet thickness , the suction action of the suction element along the conveying section is changed locally . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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high - side physical interface driver circuit , for use in a variety of data transmission applications , includes an external connection for connecting and providing drive current to an external physical interface . output transistor for channeling high - side drive current to external connection . output transistor includes base , collector , and emitter . control transistor controls the on state of output transistor to supply high - side drive current to external connection . at least one shorting transistor shorts base of output transistor to emitter , when high - side voltage reaches a predetermined minimum voltage level . the breakdown prevention circuitry , including transistors , , , as well as associated circuitry , couples with control transistor for preventing control transistor from shorting due to breakdown of parasitic diodes when the high - side physical interface driver circuit reaches a predetermined maximum value . | 7Electricity
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asymmetrically substituted xanthine derivatives having adenosine a 1 antagonistic activity . these are useful as pharmaceuticals . exemplary are : 3 - sulphonylethyl )- 8 -- 1 - n - propyl - xanthine ; 3 - sulphonylethyl )- 8 -- 1 - n - propyl - xanthine ; and , 3 -- 8 -- 1 - n - propyl - xanthine . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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the present invention relates to a telecommunications system comprising a network element providing answering service for subscribers , and at least one subscriber terminal comprising a memory for storing parameters associated with selectable profiles , said parameters controlling the functions of the subscriber terminal , and a user interface providing the possibility to select for use one of said selectable profiles with the associated parameters . in order to achieve an improved user - friendliness said parameters stored in the memory of the subscriber terminal include message parameters which identify messages that are associated with the respective profiles . a profile selection carried out with the user interface triggers the transmitter to transmit an activation message to the network element . the network element is responsive to said activation message for activating the message or messages indicated by the activation message such that the activated message or messages can be transmitted from the memory means to a calling subscriber under predetermined conditions . | 7Electricity
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a cross flow heat exchanger is provided comprising a longitudinal duct housing and a heat exchange element positioned offset and diagonally in two planes therein . this design permits air to be introduced to the heat exchanger element through a tapered converging plenum , so that air is efficiently introduced into the said heat exchanger element , and to exit said heat exchanger element through a diverging reverse tapered plenum . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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to help identify shortcomings in software requirements for a software capability early in the software development lifecycle , the present invention discloses a method of logic testing a software requirement for a software capability , the method comprising : defining a logical representation of the software requirement ; defining a test scenario that corresponds to the software requirement ; and processing the defined logical representation with the defined test scenario to thereby generate a simulation result indicative of whether the software requirement needs alteration . preferably , the present invention is implemented as an integrated tool executed by a desktop pc or workstation that interacts with the user through a variety of graphical user interfaces to perform logic testing of software requirements . | 6Physics
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an apparatus for sequentially fractionating a centrifuge tube includes a capillary tube and a means for applying positive pressure . the capillary tube has an o - ring at the lower end thereof . as the capillary tube is placed within the centrifuge tube , the o - ring forms a seal within the tube . movement of the capillary tube within the centrifuge tube places the liquid in the centrifuge tube under pressure , thus forcing the liquid to flow up through the capillary tube and into a chamber . a chase fluid is then pumped horizontally through the chamber to force the liquid therein through an exit port and into a fraction collector . the apparatus and method of the present invention may be entirely automated and controlled by a single microprocessor . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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this invention concerns a method of dewatering sludge comprising adding an effective amount of one or more cellulolytic enzymes and one or more peroxidases to the sludge . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a pll apparatus and system for generating distributed clocks are disclosed . a synchronizing - edge detector is provided to the pll apparatus in the pll system to detect synchronizing edges of the input and output clock signals having gear relationship for the pll apparatus . the synchronizing - edge detector detects a sample signal the frequency of which is the common divisor of the frequencies of the input and output signal . the pll apparatus may be provided with a detection terminal connected with one of the input terminals of a pre - divider and loop divider for outputting the sample signal . alternatively , the pll system can comprise at least one additional divider coupled to the input and / or output signals of a pll apparatus to generate the sample signal . | 6Physics
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a method of designing a power switch block for an integrated circuit layout in a predefined integrated circuit technology is disclosed . the power switch block includes a segment comprising a plurality of spaced parallel conductors each having a predefined height in said technology , a stack of a first power switch of a first conductivity type and a pair of drivers for respectively driving the first power switch and a second power switch , said drivers having predefined dimensions in said technology , and the second switch of a second conductivity type . the method comprises providing respective predefined width / length ratios for said power switches ; determining a total height of the segment from the sum of the predefined heights of the individual conductors and respective spacings between said individual conductors , determining the height of the first transistor from the difference between the total height and the predefined driver height ; determining the width of the first transistor from the combined predefined widths of the pair of drivers ; optimizing the first power switch layout within its determined height and width based on its predefined width / length ratio ; and optimizing the second power switch layout based on its predefined width / height ratio . | 6Physics
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the invention relates to a device for a yarn cable track including longitudinal warp yarns and transverse weft yarns , that includes a base with a mounting surface on the cable track as well as an attachment means . the device further includes : at least one trough - shaped longitudinal housing for receiving a first yarn of the cable track and formed in the mounting surface ; at least one bearing surface made as an undercut relative to the mounting surface , said surface extending perpendicularly to the longitudinal housing and parallel to the bottom of the longitudinal housing at an intermediate level between the bottom of said housing and the mounting surface ; and at least one transverse cut - out corresponding to each intersection between a longitudinal housing and a bearing surface , said cut - out extending from one edge of the mounting surface to a longitudinal housing . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a fluid dynamic method and apparatus effects the isolation of a predetermined deposition area in a hot - walled chemical vapor deposition chamber and limits the deposition to that area . the disclosed technique reduces stress and cracking in materials produced by chemical vapor deposition , prevents backside growth , and has particular utility in the fabrication by the chemical vapor deposition process of large , lightweight mirrors . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a method for calibrating at least one temperature sensor . a wafer having calibration structures of a material having a melting point in the range of 150 ° to 1150 ° c . is provided . the temperature sensor is operable to detect a temperature dependent characteristic of the wafer and output a signal corresponding to the temperature depending characteristic . the power input is selectively varied and the wafer temperature is ramped for a calibration run . a wafer characteristic , such as wafer reflectance , radiance , or emissivity , is monitored . a first step change in the wafer characteristic corresponding to a wafer temperature equal to the melting point of the calibration structures is detected and a set of calibration parameters for each temperature sensor being calibrated is calculated . | 6Physics
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an existing trace array on a chip is used to store the locations of bit failures from the automatic self - testing of an sram array . if a system is having problems , a technician can trigger the automatic test and then scan the trace array , thereby locating a large number of errors on the sram array very quickly . | 6Physics
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silicone compositions are used for treating nonporous surfaces such as glass , porcelain , ceramic , polished or painted metal , plastic , and the like , to render them water , soil and stain repellent . volatile organic compound free cream , paste , powder and solid compositions are provided by the inclusion of stabilizers in the silicone compositions . solventless silicone compositions provide numerous advantages and improved water / soil repellency qualities . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the present invention relates to a method and an infrastructure arrangement for controlling power consumption of at least one user equipment in a wireless communications network by initially scheduling said at least one ue and increasing power efficiency for said at least one ue . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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digital filtration is accomplished by splitting the incoming signal into phases . each phase is then converted into a weighted sum reflecting the design of a prototype filter . then the data is again split into phases at which time specific points may be interpolated and the data accumulated until a filtered signal has resulted . all of the steps can be easily modified after manufacture so that the filtration can handle variable bandwidth systems at low data rates , as well as implement a wide variety of filtering structures . | 7Electricity
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a storage element pending command queue prioritization system using multiple pending queues each assigned to a particular raid command type . pending commands from each of the queues are organized in such a way that lower priority commands are guaranteed a fixed amount of storage element bandwidth . storage element throughput is optimized by limiting higher priority commands to a maximum service level and processing lower priority requests with the added storage element bandwidth , allowing lower priority requests to exceed their minimum service levels . | 6Physics
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aspects of the invention pertain to transmitting packet data across a computer network . the packets may be sent via one or more distinct routes from a source to a destination . each route may employ multiple routers disposed along the network . non - colliding routes are determined by transmitting pairs of probe packets along the routes . a first probe packet has a maximal length , and a second probe packet has a minimal length . depending on the order of arrival of the probe packets , the system determines whether two transport layer ports at the destination device collide . if there is a collision , then the system searches for a set of non - colliding ports . once the non - colliding ports are determined , application data may be sent as packets along the different routes to those ports . | 7Electricity
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provided is a detachable frozen pop mold for freezing edible fluids . the molds have vessels with cavities for holding the fluid . the mold vessels have connectors on their exterior sides for connecting a number of molds together . molds can be detached and removed from the freezer either individually or in bunches as desired so that there are never empty frozen pop molds taking up space in the freezer . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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an accessory is provided for adapting cooking grills , especially grills including a hinged lid , for improved cooking of pizzas and other foods . the accessory includes a body adapted to be disposed between the base and lid portions of the cooking grill , the body being configured to mate with an inner surface of the lid and to cooperate with the base and lid portions to define therebetween a substantially - enclosed cooking chamber when the lid is positioned in a partially - closed position between the open and closed positions . a hinged - lid grill including the accessory is provided also . | 0Human Necessities
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in order to drive a capacitance load at a high speed without an undesirably large increase in the circuit size , a driving arrangement is provided to charge the capacitance load in accordance with a limited voltage . a voltage limiter is coupled to a supply voltage providing a predetermined limited voltage . a pulse generator is coupled to receive the limited voltage and to provide output pulses which are , in turn , limited in accordance with the output voltage of the voltage limiter . a driver is coupled between the supply voltage and the capacitance load , and is controlled by the output pulses of the pulse generator . in this way , the capacitance load is charged through the driver in accordance with the limited voltage . since the voltage limiter is not arranged along a series connection between the driver and the capacitance load , the internal equivalent resistance of the voltage limiter does not detrimentally influence the resistance along the series connection . | 7Electricity
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to form stacks of printed products such as books , magazines , newspapers , brochures , etc ., a plurality of printed sheets is delivered by a conveying section and assembled thereon into preliminary products , which are then formed into stacks , where the process for collating the printed sheets into preliminary products is controlled as a function of the size of the stack of printed products to be formed . a device for implementing the process includes a collating device for forming preliminary products and an indirectly downstream stacking device connected to a control unit . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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refining a current query . receiving information regarding the relevancy of documents retrieved from a document collection in response to a current query . ranking the retrieved documents in accordance with the relevancy information . forming a candidate query based on the rankings and analysis of locations of the retrieved documents in a latent semantic index vector space formed from the retrieved document . applying the candidate query to the document collection . ranking the documents retrieved in response to the candidate query in accordance with the received relevancy information . comparing the ranking of documents retrieved in response to the candidate query and the ranking of documents retrieved in response to the current query with the received relevancy information . choosing the query that produces the best ranking . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method of recommending goods or services to a user is described . the recommendations are made based on various data sources containing information of the user and the possible recommendations . a first recommendation is made to a user within a restricted time limit via a portable computing device such as a mobile telephone or a pda , the time limit restricting the available sources of information which may be consulted to produce the recommendation . the user is then offered a second recommendation of improved accuracy ; to achieve this the time limit is increased , so allowing additional data sources to be consulted . the second recommendation may be offered via a fixed computing device such as a self service terminal , allowing greater bandwidth access to the data sources , and allowing additional services or information to be provided to the user , such as detailed information or images on the recommendations . | 6Physics
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an ophthalmic illuminator is provided that includes a plurality of color sources , each color source producing a light of a corresponding color ; a combiner for combining the light from the color sources to produced a combined light ; at least one optical fiber configured to receive the combined light and propagate the received combined light towards a distal end of the ophthalmic illuminator ; and a controller configured to control an intensity for each of the color sources responsive to a sampling of a spectral content for the combined light . | 0Human Necessities
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a toe - nailing clamping tool that securely holds wood structural framing members in a fixed relationship to facilitate joining the members with increased accuracy and efficiency so as to provide increased strength . the tool is formed by a pair of oppositely disposed substantially l - shaped opposing jaws , each jaw being substantially l - shaped in cross - section and having barbed opposing surfaces . the jaws are supported in the fixed or detachable relationship by a pair of substantially c - shaped arms attached to plier - like handles of a leverage advantage locking plier , such that when the handles are squeezed together , the opposing jaws are locked into abutting contact with the wood structural framing members to permit accurate , efficient and structurally effective toe - nailing . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a brake device for braking a shaft including a number of rotors rotatable with the shaft and at least one stator interposed among the rotors . the frictional force generated between the rotors and the stator is fed back to a rotatable pressure plate to assist in braking the shaft . in a first embodiment , a projection of the pressure plate engages one of a number of toothed portions that are provided on one of the stator elements to transmit force from the stator elements back to the pressure plate . in a second embodiment , a linkage element for turning the pressure plate also engages one of the toothed portions on the stators , thus transmitting force from the stator back to the pressure plate to assist in braking . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention relates to a method and apparatus for trimming a reference voltage . the method may include at least one steep of performing an erase operation of a flash memory resistor ; performing a program operation of the flash memory resistor ; performing a current read operation of the flash memory resistor ; confirming the threshold voltage of the flash memory resistor by measuring the current flowing into a drain of the flash memory resistor ; determining whether the threshold voltage of the flash memory resistor satisfies a reference voltage ; and then completing the trimming operation if the threshold voltage of the flash memory resistor satisfies the reference voltage . | 6Physics
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a turbomachine seal includes , among other things , a sealing member configured to be influenced by both hydrostatic and hydrodynamic forces when providing a seal . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a conversion unit for an air conditioning system to cause it to act like the cooling unit of a refrigeration system comprises a frost detector , an a / c temperature control defeating mechanism and a control unit which operate together to force the range of operation of the air conditioning unit into the range of operation of a refrigeration unit . the conversion unit is particularly useful for providing low cost cooling systems for farmers in third world countries for keeping their produce fresh and safe , not to mention its use by all farmers around the world and by florists or others in need or desire of an economical refrigeration alternative . the present invention is also usable to provide inexpensive cooling to rv &# 39 ; s and to refrigerated vehicles . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention relates to compositions inhibiting the development of a pathological addiction to alcohol . the composition according to the present invention consists of the following ingredients , mg / kg : ______________________________________ leukoanthocyanes 219 - 270catechins 153 - 187flavonols 81 - 99lignin 68 - 83reducing sugars 216 - 264pectin 18 - 22free aminoacids 27 - 33organic acids 36 - 44sterols 4 . 5 - 5 . 5methylsterols 1 . 35 - 1 . 65dimethylsterols 1 . 98 - 2 . 42lignans 13 . 5 - 16 . 5lignan glycosides 9 - 11phenolic acids 13 . 5 - 16 . 5phenolic aldehydes 4 . 5 - 5 . 5alkylferulates 4 . 5 - 5 . 5______________________________________ | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a shower bench apparatus includes a positively engagable non - tipping chair and an easily operable clamping mechanism for attaching the apparatus to the side of a bathtub . the seat of the chair includes a pair of front hook - like brackets for engaging a first rail of the bench and a pair of craddle - like brackets near the rear of said seat for engaging the second rail of the bench . locking screws are used to positively attach the rear craddling brackets to the second rail . it is virtually impossible to tip the chair over backwards due to the positive engagement of the front hook brackets . the chair may be reversed 180 ° and repositioned with a minimum of effort . the device is readily clampable to the edge of a bathtub by means of a clamping mechanism driven by a single , easily manipulatable knob . | 0Human Necessities
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a mailing piece comprising the usual envelope enclosing a legible text . to induce the recipient to open the envelope and read the text , the envelope has a window at which there is a manually operable actuator for a device which generates an audible message . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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an apparatus and method for recovering waste cotton from cotton fields , comprising a vehicle adapted to be attached to the rear of a tractor , or to a cotton harvesting machine , and moved along the rows and furrows previously harvested ; the machine comprises a plurality of pivoted frames containing adjustable stops and rotatable shafts ; a rotary cylinder having collector teeth attached on its periphery ; a plurality of yoke arms mounted upon the cylinder shaft containing two sets or gangs of free rolling ground wheels with cotton pick - up teeth attached on their peripheries . when the machine is moved forward , with the ground wheels rolling on the ground in the bottom and sides of the furrows , the cotton is impaled on the teeth of said wheels . the cotton is rotated upward on the teeth of the ground wheels , to a point where the teeth of the rotating cylinder removes the cotton from the teeth of the ground wheels ; the upward rotation of the cylinder passes the cotton between a series of bars and the cylinder , thus extracting the extraneous unwanted materials from the cotton ; the impaled cotton moves upward on the cylinder , is then removed by a revolving cylindrical brush into conveyors and is transported to the recovery machine &# 39 ; s own storage container which is mounted on its frame . | 0Human Necessities
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an electronic scan system with excitation arrangement for producing a directive radiation pattern from a circular or cylindrical array at a predetermined pointing angle . the circular or cylindrical array provides random beam pointing . an rf input - output port feeds an equal amplitude distribution network providing as many outputs as there are elements of the array employed at any given time . an equal number of phase shifters is included , and gross beam positioning is effected through selection of the contiguous element group to be excited by means of rf switching . the phase shifters may then be controlled to provide the specific beam pointing or scan desired within the selected sector . the antenna elements of the array are fed through a passive interconnecting matrix responsive thereto , said matrix providing inherent amplitude taper across the effective aperture . the passive interconnecting matrix replaces the more complicated and expensive &# 34 ; ordering &# 34 ; matrix employed in prior art systems of the same general type . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus converts a subsampled video frame signal into an interpolated original video signal with a improved computational speed by using : a zero stuffing circuit for generating the / 2 video line signals alternately decimated ; a first interpolation circuit for generating an interpolated even video line signal ; a second interpolation circuit for generating an interpolated odd video line signal ; and delay lines for simultaneously coupling the / 2 video line signals to the first and the second interpolation circuits to thereby allow the simultaneous generation of the interpolated even and odd video line signals . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus that accurately measures rope , wire , tubing and other materials is herein disclosed . a variety of different - sized models would possess different sized openings . one model with a one - inch opening would be used to measure small wire and cable . another model with approximately a 3 - inch opening would be used for larger electrical cables , rope , tubing and the like . an even large model would be available for measuring ductwork , hoses , and other large diameter material . as the material is pulled through the opening , an optical sensor , similar to that used on an optical computer mouse , accurately measures the material to the fraction of an inch . a mechanical sensor , utilizing a guide wheel is also envisioned . the length is displayed on a digital readout on the perimeter of the invention that is provided with a power button , reset button and the like . it is envisioned that various attachments such as a belt loop , a spool attachment and other items to increase the versatility of the invention would also be provided . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a system and method are provided for mitigating propagation of select mounts in a shared mount tree . one or more mounts in the mount tree may be designated as non - bindable . each non - bindable mount cannot be mirrored to a mount point through a mirror operation of a mount subtree in which the non - bindable mount resides . similarly , each non - bindable mount prevents a submount residing on the non - bindable mount to be mirrored . however , the non - bindable mount and it &# 39 ; s submounts may be mirrored when the entire mount tree is mirrored and attached to a mount point that resides in a no mount tree that acts as a pivot for a new mount tree created through a mirror operation . a mirror of the non - bindable mount maintains the properties of the non - bindable mount . | 6Physics
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this disclosure concerns a semiconductor device comprising a switching transistor provided on a semiconductor substrate ; an interlayer dielectric film formed on the switching transistor ; a ferroelectric capacitor including an upper electrode , a ferroelectric film , and a lower electrode formed on the interlayer dielectric film ; a contact plug provided within the interlayer dielectric film and electrically connected to the lower electrode ; a diffusion layer connected to between the contact plug and the switching transistor ; a barrier metal covering a whole upper surface of the upper electrode ; and an insulation sidewall film provided on a side surface of the barrier metal and provided substantially on a same plane as a side surface of the upper electrode . | 7Electricity
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a solar power lighting device for use on an umbrella , the lighting device including lights attached to the ribs of the umbrella powered by a solar power system attached to a rib of the umbrella and positioned above the umbrella canopy . | 0Human Necessities
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device for pressure tapping , integrated into the fuselage of an aircraft , comprising an integrated plate , without discontinuity , with a pressure tapping part in the center . the plate enters a supplementary opening formed in a fuselage panel . the plate and the panel part surrounding the opening are fixed on a supporting element linked to the framework of the aircraft . in the case where rivet , screw or bolt type fixations are used , they are placed at the edge of the plate . this arrangement facilitates assembly and improves the precision of the measurement , by suppressing any discontinuity in the measurement zone . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the present disclosure provides a receiving device including , a receiver configured to receive a signal that is transmitted via a propagation path and is modulated by a predetermined system prescribed by a predetermined standard , a demodulator configured to demodulate a received signal , an estimator configured to estimate a signal - to - noise ratio relating to the propagation path , obtained from a data signal included in the demodulated received signal , and a corrector configured to correct an estimated signal - to - noise ratio in accordance with a transmission parameter obtained from the received signal . | 7Electricity
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the present invention relates to pre - blend cement for general - purpose concrete construction containing class - f fly ash , class - c fly ash or slag , and less than about 5 percent of sodium thiocyanate and / or calcium nitrate 2 ), as a substantial replacement for cement . the sodium thiocyanate and / or calcium nitrate are additives for improved high early strength and accelerated setting times , thereby allowing the concrete structure to be put into service sooner , reducing labor cost , and allowing precast concrete and concrete masonry manufacturers to achieve rapid form and mold turnover . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a method for operating an air - conditioning system for an aircraft includes compressing ambient air with a compressor driven by a shaft in communication with a motor and a turbine . the method includes forwarding the compressed air to an aircraft cabin for circulation and removing circulated compressed air from the aircraft cabin . the method also includes forwarding the circulated compressed air to the turbine , depressurizing the circulated compressed air in the turbine and capturing energy created by depressurizing the circulated compressed air . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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