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a method for regulating an automatic transmission unit having a plurality of coupling devices includes supplying a hydraulic medium to a control element ; and supplying at least a portion of the hydraulic medium to a hydraulic regulating valve . the control element determines the portion of the hydraulic medium supplied to the hydraulic regulating valve and supplies that portion to the hydraulic regulating valve . the hydraulic regulating valve regulates an operational function of one of the coupling devices . when the central element fails , a safety device regulates the operational function of one of the coupling devices as a function of the revolution speed of a shaft of an engine . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a micro air vehicle having a bendable wing enabling the micro air vehicle to fly . the bendable wing may be bent downwards so that the wingspan may be reduced for storing the micro air vehicle . the bendable wing may be formed from one or more layers of material , and the wing may have a camber such that a concave surface of the wing faces downward . the wing may substantially resist flexing upwards and may transfer uplift forces to a central body of the micro air vehicle . in addition , the wing may be bent severely downwards by applying a force to tips of the wing . the micro air vehicle is capable of being stored in a small cylindrical tube and may be deployed from the tube by simply releasing the micro air vehicle from the tube . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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there is described a semiconductor device which has an isolation region , the isolation region being polished by means of chemical - and - mechanical polishing , and which prevents occurrence of variations in a finished state of active regions even in a case where a large isolation area is present . an isolation region for separating active regions is formed on a semiconductor wafer . an annular dummy pattern is formed in an inactive region of greater than a predetermined size , so as to surround the isolation region . an isolation region is ensured between the active regions surrounding the inactive region and the dummy pattern . | 7Electricity
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each of one or more devices to be detachably attached to a mechanical substructure includes rails on opposed sides with insertion / extraction mechanisms . each of a plurality of pairs of guides mounted on the substructure slidably receives and retains a respective set of rails upon attachment of the devices . the insertion / extraction mechanism includes one or more pivotable handles associated with each device for retaining the device with the substructure . a spring extending from a rail makes electrical contact with electrostatic discharge ground pads on the substructure to discharge existing static charge from the device prior to electrical engagement between an electrical connector on the device and an electrical connector on the substructure . an apertured plate of the substructure includes a plurality of apertures through which the devices are inserted / extracted . a face plate may be hingedly attached to and removable from the apertured plate to cover all of the apertures therein that accommodate insertion / extraction of the devices . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method and device for preventing a browser - originating attack in a local area network . a security device in the local area network intercepts a message from a first device in the local area network towards a second device in the local area network . the message requests connection between the first device and the second device . the security device prompts a user of the first device to approve the connection . in the event that the user approves the connection the first device is allowed to connect to the second device , and in the event that the user does not approve the connection the connection attempt is terminated . | 7Electricity
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the disclosure is directed to an improved electrostatic latent image developing method in which uneven development arising from simultaneous employment of a magnetic roller rotational driving system and an ac developing bias impressing system is eliminated , without impairing the advantages available from such systems , so as to make it possible to provide developed images of good quality at high density in the application , for example , to an electrophotographic copying apparatus and the like . | 6Physics
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the present invention relates to a flexible grinding product and a method of producing the same . such a grinding product comprises a flexible underlay which consists of two layers laminated to each other . these comprise a lower base layer and an upper layer , a cavity layer . the underlay includes a top surface having at least one adhesive layer arranged thereto after lamination and a layer of grinding agent applied by means of the adhesive layer . the grinding product is characterized in that the layer that is coated with grinding agent includes holes which form cavities , whereby the cavities provide space for grinding dust and grinding residues and facilitate their removal from the surface being ground . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a temperature compensated strain gauge amplifier derives compensating signals for offset and gauge errors of bridge transducers from a single temperature sensing element . the amplifier is inexpensive to construct , provides a high degree of voltage linearity with respect to temperature and is reliable in operation . | 6Physics
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the invention relates to a scheme for correctly reading data pits with a reader even if an optical recording card is fed slantwise . if the optical recording card is slanted relative to a line sensor for reading the card , the line sensor may ride on two or more data pit columns . however , discriminator pits are formed at the start and end of each data pit column so that the data can be processed after deciding if the optical recording card is disposed slantwise or not . a relatively short data pit column with discriminator pits formed at the start and end thereof is used . a plurality of data pit columns are disposed with a guide bar interposed therebetween . a readout signal from the discriminator pits is used for deciding if the data pit column has been read correctly , whereas a strobe signal read from the guide bar is used for initiating a memory selector . | 6Physics
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differential mode capacitively loaded magnetic dipole designs are provided for usage in various applications . impedance matching may be accomplished with changes to antenna structures without concomitant changes in resonant frequency . | 7Electricity
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a shoe having a uniquely shaped platform along the rear peripheral edge of the insole , which is constructed of a rigid backpart material . by combining it with a construction of a specially molded outflange counter and using a sturdy stitched lasting construction fastening securely the outward flange of the counter with the specially lasted molded leather upper together with the outward extension of the specially shaped insole platform , a stable support system is formed to control the lateral and longitudinal orientation of the foot when walking . the forepart of the shoe may be of moccasin . strobel modified welt - type or other construction which provides varying degrees of flexbility . | 0Human Necessities
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a flexible book - like storage receptacle for a compact disc and the printed material that typically accompanies such compact discs . the storage receptacle includes a number of clear , pliable panels movable between an open position for easy access to the contents , and a closed position for storage . the storage receptacle includes layered sidewalls designed as pockets for receiving printed material , as well as for providing support to the compact disc . in addition , the receptacle includes one of a number of different retention post structures to securely hold the compact disc in place . variations for the retention post include a compressible core , a compressible rectangle , a molded cradle , and strategically placed compressible stoppers . attached to the perimeter of each of the panels of the receptacle is a flexible magnetic seal that serves to maintain the package in a closed position until it is intentionally forced apart to access the stored items . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the present invention encompasses a novel method for synthesizing highly pure salts of the general formula q + a − , wherein the starting materials are reacted in the presence of water , and wherein q + is and wherein a − is | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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disclosed is a container and closure assembly including a container having a substantially circular opening and an outer wall containing an upper retention bead and a lower , regularly - outwardly extending security ring . the closure includes a one - piece plastic body having a top panel and an encircling skirt depending from the top panel so as to be integrally attached thereto . the skirt includes a groove for locking engagement with the retention bead to retain the closure on the container . a circumferential line of weakness in the skirt wall defines a removable tear strip having a movable free edge and which is removable from an upper portion of the skirt wall by fracturing the skirt wall along the upper line of weakness . a tear strip is weakened so as to form a plurality of circumferentially - spaced segments throughout the substantial entirety of its periphery . the segments are separable one from another in response to a prying or wedging force applied to the tear strip at the free edge thereof . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a compressor unit for a file unit , wherein there is provided a compressor body which has a substantially vertical plate part which extends partially across the file unit and is positionable adjacent the rear of a row of documents . the compressor body mounts thereon a brake plate which is slidably accommodated within a confined channel which extends longitudinally along a wall of the file unit . a pressure plate is slidably mounted on the compressor body and has a foot portion which overlies the brake plate so that braking flanges as associated with the fixed channel are interposed therebetween . a manually - releasable compression linkage is movably mounted on the compressor body and has wedging surfaces which cooperate with the pressure plate for causing the pressure plate and brake plate to be moved toward one another to frictionally grip the braking flanges therebetween . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a substrate treatment process includes plural steps of delivering a long substrate with application of tensile force to the substrate , wherein the strength of the tensile force is changed at least between a first delivery step and a second delivery step . this process prevents enlargement of edge waviness of a belt - shaped substrate to stabilize the plasma discharge . | 7Electricity
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a piston made of a dimensionally stable material and , on the outer peripheral side , is surrounded by a sealing ring that is capable of inflating outward and made of an elastically yielding material . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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apparatus for decurling a curled lid for a container wherein three decurling units are mounted on a base having an upstanding support wall wherein the first unit provides a partially decurled lid , the second unit provides a further decurled lid for performing a desired measurement and a third unit provides a substantially fully decurled lid for performing another desired measurement . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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an attachment system for two members includes a primary attachment device and a secondary attachment device for connecting the two members . when damage to the primary attachment device occurs , the secondary attachment device can be used to connect the two members without having to repair the primary attachment device . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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in the present invention , an automatic flue damper located in the vent stack of a household furnace or other apparatus requiring venting is interfaced with a thermostatic control and a fuel supply valve associated with the apparatus so as to maintain a vent passage to the atmosphere normally open during times when combustion is occurring in the apparatus and to close the vent passage at an appropriate time following the termination of combustion in the apparatus . the normally open vent condition is maintained by a damper positioning spring . vent closure following combustion is accomplished by means of a direct current solenoid . further included in the interfacing circuitry are a temperature sensing device effective to disable the solenoid , thus opening the vent , upon the appearance of unsafe stack temperatures and a pressure sensor which also disables the solenoid to open the vent stack upon the occurrence of an inappropriate discharge of fuel to the combustion chamber . the pressure sensor then also sounds an alarm to alert those nearby of the unauthorized escape of fuel . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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systems and methods may be provided embodying a novel approach to allow a consumer to easily manage the 3d configuration settings of their 3d capable tv set while connected to a legacy video set top box device that has a digital video output port . stereoscopic video will be transmitted in one of multiple “ frame - packed ” or alternating pictures formats that includes both , the compressed picture data of the left and right views , embedded as if it was a regular 2d picture in a standard mpeg2 transport video stream . deployed receivers will decode and output a compressed video stream as if it was a 2d video stream . the stereoscopic image can be delivered in one of the multiple frame - packed formats : side by side , top half adjoined to bottom half , or according to a checkerboard pattern corresponding respectively to the left view and right view . | 7Electricity
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a process for producing a film having incorporated or applied thereon or therein an antimicrobial agent and a liquid additive is provided wherein the film comprises a liquid absorbent layer and an impermeable layer are provided . the films can be used for producing a tubular casing or shrinkbag such as casings for foodstuffs . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the source is apt to generate a fully - differential reference voltage at the output terminals , whereto precisely - balanced loads are applied . the voltage reference is obtained from a bandgap voltage source fed with currents proportional to the temperature , in order to minimize thermal voltage variations . suitable circuits for starting the normal source operation after switching on are also provided . | 6Physics
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an transmission apparatus includes a pseudo data addition section configured to add pseudo data into transmission data for a free subcarrier of a radio frequency , an ofdm modulator subjecting the transmission data added with the pseudo data to ofdm modulation , a power amplifier amplifying power of a transmission signal of the radio frequency , the transmission signal based on an ofdm signal subjected to the ofdm modulation , an antenna radiating the amplified transmission signal by using the radio frequency ; and a distortion compensation circuit compensating for a distortion characteristic of the power amplifier by correcting the ofdm signal with a distortion compensation coefficient accumulated corresponding to the power value of the ofdm signal , outputting the corrected signal for the power amplifier , and monitoring the output of the power amplifier to update the distortion compensation coefficient . | 7Electricity
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the invention relates to an electronic component having an integrated circuit being packaged in a housing . the electronic component is adhesively bonded to an island of a leadframe , the island being designed to accommodate the integrated circuit and being dimensionally adapted to the base surface of the integrated circuit in order to minimize and prevent housing deformations . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus for depositing thin films on a plurality of substrates has a vacuum chamber , a source of the material or materials to be deposited as the thin film , a source of energy for causing the material to be vaporized , and mechanical apparatus for imparting super - planetary and planetary motion to each substrate while the substrate is exposed to the vapors of the material . when a predetermined thickness of the film on any given substrate is reached the super - planetary motion is halted and only planetary motion and spinning are continued for the given substrate . during this process the thickness of the film being deposited is monitored accurately by an optical instrument having a linear axis of measurement which coincides with the center of the orbiting planetary motion of the substrate and is on the substrate itself . | 7Electricity
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a hydroelectric power generator having a bulb turbine generator housed in a bulb shaped inner casing . the turbine runner of the generator is connected to a main shaft of the electric power generator . the outer casing is coupled to the inner casing by stay vanes . a draft tube is coupled to the downstream end of the outer casing . a liftable gate is positioned to retain water in the open channel and the outer casing is fixedly secured to the gate and vertically movable with it . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a semiconductor device includes : a transistor including source and drain diffusion - layers , a gate insulating film and a gate electrode ; first and second plugs formed in a first interlayer - insulating film and connected to the source and drain diffusion - layers , respectively ; a third plug extending through a second interlayer - insulating film and connected to the first plug ; a first interconnection - wire formed on the second interlayer - insulating film and connected to the third plug ; a second interconnection - wire formed on a third interlayer - insulating film and intersecting the first interconnection - wire ; a fourth interlayer - insulating film ; a hole extending through the fourth , third and second interlayer - insulating films , the hole being formed such that a side surface of the second interconnection - wire is exposed ; and a fourth plug filling the hole via an intervening dielectric film and connected to the second plug , wherein a capacitor is formed using the fourth plug , the second interconnection - wire and the dielectric film sandwiched therebetween . | 7Electricity
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the present invention is concerned with a novel bioherbicide , and composition thereof for the control of broadleaf weeds in lawns , golf courses , parks , sports fields , other turfed areas , and grass crops such as corn and cereal grains . more specifically , the invention is concerned with a novel isolate sclerotinia minor imi 344141 , agricultural formulations thereof , and its use as a bioherbicide to control troublesome broadleaf weed species . | 0Human Necessities
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to fabricate a semiconductor memory , one or more pairs of first structures are formed over a semiconductor substrate . each first structure comprises a plurality of floating gates of memory cells and a first conductive line providing control gates for the memory cells . the control gates overlie the floating gates . each pair of the first structures corresponds to a plurality of doped regions each of which provides a source / drain region to a memory cell having the floating and control gates in one or the structure and a source / drain region to a memory cell having floating and control gates in the other one of the structures . for each pair , a second conductive line is formed whose bottom surface extends between the two structures and physically contacts the corresponding first doped regions . in some embodiments , the first doped regions are separated by insulation trenches . the second conductive line may form a conductive plug at least partially filling the region between the two first structures . | 7Electricity
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a method of producing a toner for developing latent electrostatic images is disclosed , which comprises the steps of dispersing resin particles comprising a resin in an organic solvent in which the resin is not dissolved ; dissolving a dye in the organic solvent before or after dispersing the resin particles in the organic solvent to prepare a dispersion in which the resin particles and the dye are contained , thereby dying the resin particles with the dye ; and removing the organic solvent from the dispersion , wherein the ratio of the solubility of the dye in the organic solvent to the solubility of the dye in the resin of the resin particles , /, is not more than 0 . 5 . | 6Physics
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a set top box with a firewall is disclosed . the set top box uses two separate ports to communicate with two respective communications networks . the first port communicates with the first network to receive programming information and the second port communicates with the second network to receive information . a firewall , in communication with one of the ports , is capable of receiving and analyzing information from the port . the firewall helps to prevent harmful or unauthorized information from reaching other components of the set top box . the firewall can receive information before other components associated with the set top box and the firewall can include various different forms of filtering . | 7Electricity
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a method and system for compressing bitmap data in a system for sharing an application running on a host computer with a remote computer , wherein the shared application &# 39 ; s screen output is simultaneously displayed on both computers . simultaneous display of screen output is achieved by efficiently transmitting display data between the host computer and the remote computer . when a font used by the host computer for displaying text is not available on the remote computer , the host computer sends a bitmap representation of the text for display , rather than the text itself . bitmap representations are cached by the remote computer , so that the same bitmap representation need not be repeatedly transmitted from the host computer to the remote computer . bitmap representations are compressed by the host computer prior to transmission , transmitted , then decompressed by the remote computer . | 6Physics
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an offset electrostatic printer is disclosed which comprises an ion modulated electrostatic print head for forming latent electrostatic images , a dielectric imaging member comprising a layer of dielectric material , means for developing a latent electrostatic image on the dielectric imaging member , means for transferring a developed electrostatic image from the dielectric imaging member to an image receiving surface , means for supplying a flow of heated air having a temperature in the range of from about 120 ° f . to about 200 ° f . , and means for directing the flow of heated air at , near or through the print head and at or near the dielectric imaging member . the flow of heated air reduces the accumulation of chemical deposits in the print head . | 6Physics
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a decoder for a memory device includes driving devices each applying a respective line voltage to a respective line of the memory device when turned on . the decoder also includes a control device coupled to the plurality of driving devices at a common node for generating a voltage that controls the driving devices to turn on or off . also , a capacitor coupled to the common node increases the voltage at the common node from an initial boost voltage to a final boost voltage . thus , a line of a memory device is driven to a boost voltage with minimized area and wiring complexity . | 6Physics
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multiple input laser pulses , wherein each pulse serves to create the population inversion for the next pulse , are amplified in the laser medium of a single laser amplifier apparatus . | 7Electricity
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double shock - absorbing steering wheel , in particular for automobile vehicles , comprising a primary inertia mass connected to an engine shaft , a secondary inertia mass connected by clutch e to a gearbox bv , and a torsion damper rotatably connecting the two inertia masses , this torsion damper including an epicycloidal gear train whose outer crown wheel engages with a spring for absorption of vibrations and rotation acyclisms , said spring being mounted around the crown wheel in a fixed frame . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a laser beam heat treatment for a metal wire has improved incidence and processing conditions so as to achieve efficient surface heat treatment with a circumferentially averaged laser beam flux and with remarkably enhanced fatigue strength in a high speed heat treatment . the method and apparatus is characterized by forming a cone shaped mirror of circular or polygon cross section having a peak angle in a range of 5 ° to 20 ° and interior mirror surface , the cone shaped mirror defining an opening having a diameter greater than the diameter of the metal wire in a range of 0 . 2 to 2 mm , feeding the metal wire having a diameter less than or equal to 1 mm through the cone shaped mirror along the center axis thereof , irradiating a laser beam with an incident angle including an angular deflection with respect to the center axis of the cone shaped mirror in a range of ± 10 ° resulting in multiple reflection of the laser beam between the interior mirror surface and the surface of the fed metal wire . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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an air control regulator regulates the amount of air flowing into the inlet of a combustion chamber by causing flowing air to support a disc located in the air passage against the force of gravity . air passes around the edges of the disc and is channeled into a plurality of airflows by ovoid depressions in the inner surfaces of the regulator forming a venturi chamber . by regulating the airflow into the combustion chamber , combustion efficiency is improved . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a beer keg includes a container having a base and a wall extending upward from a periphery of the base . a liner within the container includes a base , sidewalls and a mouth . the base of the liner interlocks with the base of the container to prevent relative rotation therebetween . a valve is disposed over the mouth of the liner . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a reusable self - aligning precision latch , including a latch body for mounting a latch assembly , and an interface cone . a lead screw , coupled to the latch body on one end , pivots at an interface on the latch body allowing for self - alignment . a drive cam having a plurality of surfaces and positioned on the lead screw engages a plurality of linkage assemblies such that at least two links are driven . a flexure ball assembly clamped by the plurality of linkage assemblies to the latch body with a pivoting clamp plate such that all clamping forces between the pivoting clamp plate and the latch body are equalized . a motor for closing and opening the self - aligning precision latch by turning the lead screw to apply and release , respectively , the clamping forces between the pivoting clamp plate and the latch body . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a stone cutting device including a continuous flexible cutting belt for cutting a slot in stone which is in the round . the device includes a main frame , a jib pivotally mounted to the main frame , aligned sheaves rotatably mounted to the main frame and jib , a continuous flexible cutting belt extending around and in driven engagement by the sheaves , and a means to rotate at least one of the sheaves . the continuous flexible cutting belt includes a plurality of spaced apart abrasive cutting elements extending across the top and sides of the belt . the cutting elements are flush with the remainder of the top and side surfaces of the belt which includes a molded - in - place resilient material . belt strength is provided by a flexible cable extending through the length of the belt . the preferred embodiment of the invention includes a groove on the top and bottom edges of the jib and outlet means opening in the groove allowing water to be emitted between the groove and the belt to provide lubrication and reduced vibration as the belt passes through the groove . during operation , the water thus emitted from the jib passes outside the groove and into the cut slot in the stone and washes away stone cuttings for improved operation of the device . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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according to the present invention there is provided a compact heat pump using water as refrigerant , comprising an evaporator located at a first end section of the heat pump casing , adapted to allow evaporation of water therefrom , one or more compressors located at a second end section of the heat pump casing adapted to induce said evaporation by maintaining vacuum , provided with an intake conduit extending from the evaporator to the compressor leading vapor thereto . a condenser is located in the intermediate section of the casing wherein the intake conduit passes therethrough , adapted for condensing the vapor . the heat pump also comprises vacuum means allowing creating and maintaining vacuum in the casing . there is also provided a snow dome allowing skiing and snow related activities in above zero conditions using the heat pump for creation of snow or ice slurry . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the present invention relates to a transgenic non - human mammal , whose germ cells and somatic cells contain a recombinant env gene sequence which is operably linked to a promoter effective for the expression of the gene in the neuronal tissues of the mammal and effective for the simulation of neurological syndromes associated with hiv - 1 , the gene being introduced into the mammal , or an ancestor of the mammal , at an embryonic stage . the transgenic non - human mammal is such that transcription of the env gene may be under the control of a promoter sequence , such as a neuron specific promoter of human neurofilament light gene . the promoter can be synthetic or inducible . the transgenic non - human mammal can be a rodent , such as a mouse . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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the deflection coil for a cathode ray tube is secured to the outside of the glass envelope of the tube via a yoke assembly including a yoke clamp having a band which encircles the assembly and is adjusted to securely hold the assembly in place . dividing the band into sub bands separated by a space along substantially the entire length of the band significantly reduces the stress on the neck of the glass envelope of a cathode ray tube , thereby reducing the incidences of tube failures due to neck cracking . | 7Electricity
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topical skin care compositions are provided for the improvement of the appearance of the skin , namely of the skin comprising the face , surrounding the eyes , mouth , and hands , as well as the skin of the body . the skin care compositions include synergistic combinations of active peptide ingredients that are specially formulated to enhance the natural appearance of the face , hands , and / or body . specifically , the synergistic skin care compositions may be applied to one or more of the skin surrounding the eyes , mouth , nose , forehead , ears , neck , hands , feed , and overall body to give the skin thereof a cleaner , smoother and more wrinkle free appearance . | 0Human Necessities
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a current mirror includes a serially connected diode - connected transistor of a first conductivity type , a saturated transistor of a second conductivity type , and a current source for providing a reference current . a gate voltage generated by the diode - connected transistor in response to the reference current is provided to the gate of a matching transistor . this causes the matching transistor to mirror the reference current . meanwhile , an output transistor cascoded with the matching transistor is gate - coupled to the junction between the saturated transistor and the current source . this allows the output transistor to provide an output voltage swing from one supply voltage to two saturation voltage drops from the second supply voltage . meanwhile , the cascode configuration gives the current mirror a high output impedance . | 6Physics
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a hook device for locking a pantograph comprising an air operating cylinder with a piston coupled to a piston rod . a hook is pivotally mounted on the piston rod and is controlled to engage with a portion of the pantograph under control of the pneumatic pressure and an engagement with a mechanical stopper . the device is useful for rigidly locking the pantograph a lowered position while retaining a shock absorbing clearance . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a vehicle assist strap , and more particularly , an improved assist strap having a central metal core with formed ends which cooperate with covers for concealing fasteners utilized for fastening the assist strap to a surface of the vehicle . the covers are locked in their operative positions to prevent tampering and removal thereof during normal use . the covers may however be non - destructively removed to permit access to the fasteners as desired . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a liquid density measurement system comprises a capacitance probe and a temperature sensor both immersible in a liquid the density of which is to be measured . signals derived from the probe and sensor are converted into respective electrical signals representing changes in the dielectric constant and temperature of the liquid respectively . these signals are scaled in a predetermined mutual ratio and then summated to give an output signal proportional to the density of the liquid . the scaling ratio is set according to predetermined liquid parameters such that the accuracy of the density represented by the output signal is unaffected by changes in liquid composition . | 6Physics
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an improved synchronous semiconductor memory device is described in which it is possible to reduce the noise level without compromising the reading speed . the synchronous semiconductor memory device is composed of a memory cell array including a plurality of memory cells for storing data items ; a row selection circuit for receiving a row address signal decoded by a row decoder and selecting one row of the memory cell array ; a column selection circuit for receiving a column address signal decoded by a column decoder and selecting a plurality of columns of the memory cell array at the same time ; a plurality of sense amplifiers for amplifying a plurality of data items which are selected by the row selection circuit and the column selection circuit and are outputted to a plurality of data lines ; and a selector element for sequentially outputting the data items which are amplified by the plurality of amplifiers in a time - interleaved manner . particularly , the plurality of the amplifiers are activated one after another . | 6Physics
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method for the cationic polymerization of at least one olefinic monomer and more particularly the homopolymerization of a mono - olefinic monomer such as isobutylene and the copolymerization thereof with a di - olefinic monomer such as butadiene and optionally another mono - olefinic monomer in the presence of , as initiator of a halide of tetravalent vanadium , titanium and zirconium , an activator and under the influence of visible ultraviolet or infra - red light . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an optical interconnection arrangement comprises a plurality of substantially parallel optical interconnection channels . in each channel , there are an optical source , an optical receiver , a first lens and a second lens . the first lens conveys light from the source to the second lens , and the second lens refocusses the light at the receiver . each source and the associated first lens are offset one relative to the other by a predetermined distance in a direction transverse to an optical axis of the first lens . the corresponding receiver and the associated second lens are offset one relative to the other by the same distance but in the opposite direction to the offset between the source and first lens . each offset is equal and opposite to the corresponding offset in an adjacent channel . with such an arrangement , if a leakage portion of a light beam from a first lens in one channel impinges upon the second lens in an adjacent channel , the leakage portion will be refocussed at a position which is spaced from the receiver of such adjacent channel . in one embodiment , in each channel , the first lens and the second lens share a common optical axis and the source and receiver are offset relative to such common optical axis . in an alternative embodiment , the source and the receiver share a common optical axis and the first lens and the second lens are offset relative to such common optical axis . such optical interconnection arrangements are tolerant of translational or rotational misalignments between the sources and associated first lenses on the one hand and the receivers and associated second lenses on the other hand , which is of particular advantage for free space optical interconnects or couplers . | 6Physics
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power supply equipment includes an adapter which converts power from a power source to dc power for powering an electronic device . the power supply equipment includes circuitry which produces a data signal for use by the electronic device to control power drawn by the electronic device . a cable extends from the adapter . the power supply equipment further includes a tip which has an input side and an output side . the input side of the tip is detachable mateable to the cable . the output side of the tip is detachably mateable to the electronic device . the tip output side has a shape and size dependent on the shape and size of a power input opening of the electronic device . the tip provides the data signal , as well as the dc power , to the electronic device . different tips may be used to provide appropriate data signals to different electronic devices . | 7Electricity
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in a method for machining grooves , especially fir - tree grooves , which are provided for accommodating blades , on a rotor of a turbine , especially a low - pressure steam turbine , great simplification and high flexibility is achieved by the fact that in the grooves , or fir - tree grooves , material is removed by a program - controlled milling device , wherein the milling device is inserted into the groove , or fir - tree groove , with a milling tool which is guided along the places in the groove , or fir - tree groove , which are to be machined , by a milling tool positioning device , which is freely movable in space . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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in the case of a plate - like element for supporting or bearing an object , with a core of generally rectangular shape and composed of a foamed plastic , wherein the core is covered at least on both surfaces by a plastic film of impact - resistant material , it is provided that a connection of the plastic films , which cover the core on both surfaces , is formed in the region of a peripheral side edge of the core between a surface of the core and an adjoining , peripheral border of the core , as a result of which a plate - like element which receives a corresponding load can be reliably produced in simple method steps . furthermore , a method for producing a plate - like element of this type is provided . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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one golf shoe of a pair of golf shoes worn by a golfer is designed to aid the golfer to take a strong , braced stance with his right foot if he is a right - handed golfer or with his left foot if he is a left - handed golfer . this is accomplished by making the spikes on the outer edge or periphery of the shoe longer than the other spikes on the same shoe and on the other shoe . the spikes may also or alternatively be thicker for resistance to penetration into the ground or for added strength . the spikes may also be broader on the bottom or elsewhere to prevent too much penetration into the grass or dirt . | 0Human Necessities
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an internally cooled mandrel is provided with regularly arranged copper fingers projecting into the inner flow space and leaving a recess adjacent the outer surface which is filled with buildup . these fingers are arranged in axial rows in which the pins are staggeredly positioned . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a method and device are provided for improving the sensitivity and signal to noise ratio of transducers including several piezo - electric sensors interconnected in parallel to the input of an electric charge amplifier , said process consisting essentially in reducing the electric capacity of the combination of parallel sensors at the input of the amplifier so as to reduce the amplification gain applied to the noise without changing that which is applied to the signals picked up . this operation is achieved by means of an impedance transformer or else by means of at least one charge transfer capacitor connected by at least one switch alternately to the sensors and to the capacitor of the amplifier . | 6Physics
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a bus bar assembly includes a first main conductor , a second main conductor , and an insulator member provided between the main conductors . the insulator member includes : an insulator component , a first conductor layer provided on the top surface of the insulator component , and a second conductor layer provided on the bottom surface of the insulator component , wherein the first conductor layer includes an outer edge around a perimeter thereof , wherein the outer edge is located at least a certain distance from the outer edge around the perimeter of the insulator component , wherein the second conductor layer includes an outer edge around a perimeter thereof , wherein the outer edge is located at least the same certain distance from the outer edge of the insulator component , and wherein the certain distance is sufficient to cause the bus bar assembly to satisfy the creepage requirement of the assembly . | 7Electricity
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in a motor vehicle with a combustion engine , an electronic engine - management device , and an air - conditioning system with an air - conditioning control device , the air - conditioning compressor has reciprocating pistons whose displacement stroke is adjustable through one or more control valves . the electronic engine - management device has direct access to and priority control over the adjustment of the piston stroke , so that the electronic engine management device takes precedence over the air - conditioning control device in controlling the adjustment of the piston stroke . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a hybrid electrical connector includes both signal and power contacts in the same connector housing . the housing includes a plurality of axially extending passageways for receipt of the signal contacts and a plurality of axially extending cavities for receipt of the power contacts . the connector housing further includes a plurality of transversely extending slots extending through the connector housing intersecting with individual power contact cavities . moreover , the housing includes a protrusion extending across the lower surface thereof . a y - shaped terminal retaining member is insertable in the slots and is resiliently held in place in the slots . the power terminals include an opening therethrough forming a locking shoulder for receipt of the transversely extending locking member . in addition , the power terminals include notches for mating with the protrusion . the combination of the notches and the protrusion ensure the terminal is properly positioned within the housing . | 7Electricity
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the present invention provide a method for forming a triple well . the triple well includes an n - well , a first p - well surrounded with the n - well and a second p - well apart from the first p - well and adjacent to the n - well . according to the present invention , only one conductivity type of impurities are implanted in each well . therefore , it is possible to prevent the decrease of the carrier mobility and increase of the leakage current . | 7Electricity
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a percussion cymbal instrument is muted by using a dampening layer to reduce the sound and acoustic vibrations when struck . in a preferred embodiment , the muting system is comprised of a layer of flexible plastic adhered to a cymbal surface . when the cymbal is struck , the muting system dissipates the normal vibrations of the cymbal without hampering the natural look , feel , playability , or natural swinging motion of the cymbal . | 6Physics
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in order to provide an electric power steering system of small size whose output shaft has little play , a pressure member of the electric - driven power steering system compresses a duplex bearing , more specifically , presses two bearing components of the duplex bearing against each other . as a result , the play which the output shaft has in each bearing is removed . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a driving method for a photo transistor includes providing an alternating current voltage to a gate electrode of the photo transistor . a photo sensor using the driving method and a flat panel display using the photo sensor are also provided . | 6Physics
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a recharge sleeve for use with a spray dispenser device , made of a matrix comprises an absorptive material impregnated with a chemical composition that dissolves in solution created when the sleeve is contacted with a diluent fluid such as water . the recharge sleeve is elongated in shape with a center opening parallel to the long edges of the sleeve for mounting on the diptube of the spray dispenser device . a conically shaped retainer formed of rigid plastic is attached or provided for attachment to the lower end of the diptube for stabilizing the diptube and retaining the recharge sleeve clear of the bottom of the retainer after the sleeve has been applied to the diptube . when of the spray dispenser device is sealed and the spray dispenser device is shaken , the fluid penetrates into the matrix material , and the chemical composition dissolves in the fluid creating a cleaning , sanitizing , or disinfectant solution that will remain stable and fully active in use . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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this invention relates to a novel crystalline polymorphic form of nemorubicin hydrochloride dihydrate , useful for the preparation of pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of tumors . a process for preparing this novel polymorphic form , named form a , is within the scope of the present invention . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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implementations of the present disclosure relate to apparatuses , systems , and methods for constructing , installing , and using a compression follower in a tubular firearm magazine . in particular , the compression follower resides inside a shotgun magazine and replaces the standard follower . the compression follower has a compressible tail , thereby providing the capacity of a standard follower and increased reliability by aligning the follower and a magazine spring . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a process is disclosed for the conversion of carbon monoxide in sour synthesis gas mixtures in the presence of a catalyst which is active in the presence of sulfur compounds . the catalyst comprises known sulfactive metal oxides or sulfides supported on a shaped carrier . the catalytically active oxides or sulfides are doubly promoted with an alkali metal compound and an oxide or sulfide of manganese . the two promoters combined in proper ratio provide a synergistic effect on the activity of the catalyst which is enhanced beyond that of the singly promoted catalyst . the catalysts are active at relatively low temperatures of less than 500 ° f ., even in the presence of sulfur compounds . the equilibrium for the conversion of steam and carbon monoxide to hydrogen and co 2 is favored at lower temperatures . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a data recording device and a camera device in which , while using a disc drive not employing tracking servo , destruction of recorded data is prevented against an impact applied during data recording . the data recording device or a camera device includes a recording unit 32 for recording data on the disc - shaped recording medium without employing tracking servo provided in the inside of a casing , an acceleration sensor 33 for detecting an impact applied to the casing and a control unit 28 , 31 , 36 for controlling the recording unit for discontinuing data recording on the disc - shaped recording medium if an impact exceeding a pre - set value is detected based on detection results from the acceleration sensor 33 . by discontinuing data recording on the disc - shaped recording medium on detection by the acceleration sensor 33 of an impact exceeding a pre - set value , it becomes possible to prevent destruction of recorded data on the disc - shaped recording medium and failure in recording . | 7Electricity
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the present invention relates to substituted 4 - hydroxypyrimidine - 5 - carboxamides useful as hif prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors to treat anemia and like conditions . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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the use of quaternary halogenated ammonium salts for treating leishmaniasis infections and other parasitic diseases is described . although there have been previous reports in which quaternary ammonium salts are used as antimalarial , antifungal , and antileishmanial compounds , the use of such salts containing a halogenated n - methyl substituent as a therapeutic agent against leishmaniasis had not been reported . the compounds described here , in specific those with a terminal arylalkenyl or diarylalkenyl moiety , are shown to inhibit the growth of leishmania panamensis parasites , a known causative agent of leishmaniasis disease . in addition , the series of compounds are also extensive against malaria , chagas disease , toxoplasmosis , and other parasitic diseases . | 0Human Necessities
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by using the combination of a pre - existing command signal that is common to two memory devices and a non - shared command signal that is applied individually to each of the devices , embodiments of the invention may operate in a mirror mode , thereby preventing unwanted signal degradation due to stub loads . because embodiments of the invention do not require additional dedicated pins and / or pads compared to the conventional art , it is possible to achieve mirror mode operation in a smaller device package . | 6Physics
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methods , devices , and systems for employing binary objects representing sip messages . more specifically , a binary sip stack is provided which allows a mechanism to enhance the efficiency of communications and more particularly to enhance the efficiency of sip communications between sip network elements . also , mechanisms are provided which allow for a sip stack to be easily and efficiently generated , transmitted over a communication network , and parsed / processed by a communication device . | 7Electricity
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a circuit capable of vector magnitude control and phase reversal for a radio signal such as an intermediate frequency signal . the circuit includes an inverting signal path and a noninverting signal path and means for selecting between the two . further , a variable attenuation controllable from a function control input establishes the magnitude of the output signal vector . there is also disclosed a phase shifter employing two such circuits . in the phase shifter , a radio signal vector to be shifted is applied to the inputs of the two circuits , with a 90 ° shift between the two inputs . with proper vector magnitude and phase reversal control of the two circuits , there can be provided a preselected phase shift in any quadrant . | 7Electricity
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a method and apparatus for preventing unauthorized access to information temporarily stored in memory , such as a hard disk drive , associated with a digital document processor , such as a digital copier , printer , or facsimile machine . this invention includes storing information to memory , conducting an operation on the information , and automatically overwriting the information one or more times with a bit mask . bit masks may be non - random or random sequences of binary values . | 6Physics
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the present invention is directed to a surgical drill guide . the drill guide may include a first drill guide body having a distal end for placement substantially adjacent a bone , a second drill guide body slidable with respect to the first drill guide body and having a proximal end for contacting a portion of a drill bit , a handle associated with at least one of the first drill guide body and the second drill guide body , and a detent mechanism for releasably retaining the position of the first drill guide body with respect to the second drill guide body in predefined increments . additionally or alternatively , the drill guide may include a locking member movable between a first position where it substantially prevents sliding of the second drill guide body with respect to the first drill guide body , and a second position where it permits sliding of the second drill guide body with respect to the first drill guide body . the locking member may be resiliently biased to the first position . other features for improving the drill guide are disclosed and claimed as well . | 0Human Necessities
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a topical skin barrier for protecting and promoting healing of skin , and for providing comfort to a patient , comprises a semi - solid hydrocarbon and a water - absorbing compound . the topical skin barrier effectively adheres to skin , affords protection from moisture and waste , and provides transparency in use . methods of in vitro evaluation are for a composition &# 39 ; s protection from moisture and waste , and a composition &# 39 ; s adhesion to skin . | 0Human Necessities
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apparatus for stabilizing a two - legged ladder against lateral and rearward movement . telescoped tubular pole assemblies are attached at one end to opposite side rails of the ladder with a quick disconnect universal pivot . special support and retainer blocks are provided for facilitating the transport of the assembled ladder and telescoped assemblies on the top of a vehicle . | 4Fixed Constructions
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an elongated , generally vertically extending cocurrent reactor vessel for the production of hypochlorous acid by the mixing and reaction of a liquid alkali metal hydroxide and a gaseous halogen is provided wherein an atomizer is mounted near the top of the reactor vessel to atomize the liquid alkali metal hydroxide into droplets in the vessel . the vessel has a spraying and reaction zone immediately beneath the atomizer and a drying zone beneath the spraying and reaction zone to produce a gaseous hypochlorous acid and a substantially dry solid salt by - product . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a strapless bra includes an upper strap system coupled to an upper portion of each of first and second cup members , wherein the upper strap system includes first and second strap members selectively operable to couple to one another , and a lower strap system coupled to a lower portion of each of the first and second cup members , wherein the lower strap system includes third and fourth strap members selectively operable to couple to one another . the upper strap system is selectively operable to conform to a first girth and the lower strap system is selectively operable to conform to a second girth . the first and second girths can be unequal . | 0Human Necessities
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disclosed herein are embodiments of foam backing panels for use with lap siding and configured for mounting on a building . also disclosed are lap siding assemblies and products of lap sidings . one such embodiment of the foam backing panel comprises a rear face configured to contact the building , a front face configured for attachment to the lap siding , alignment means for aligning the lap siding relative to the building , means for providing a shadow line , opposing vertical side edges , a top face extending between a top edge of the front face and rear face and a bottom face extending between a bottom edge of the front face and rear face . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method for a slots game is disclosed . such a slots game includes simulated gambling elements and adventure elements . further , such a slots game has a viral effect of attracting members of gamer &# 39 ; s social network . | 6Physics
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curable fluoropolyether rubber composition : this composition comprises a straight chain fluoropolyether compound having at least two alkenyl groups in its molecule and having a divalent perfluoropolyether structure in its backbone chain , a polytetrafluoroethylene , an organohydrogenpolysiloxane having at least two hydrogen atoms bonded to silicon atoms in its molecule , and a hydrosilylation reaction catalyst . the composition is provided in the form of a paste capable of forming into optional shapes , and its cured product is well - balanced in and is excellent in properties such as heat resistance , chemical resistance , solvent resistance , releasability , lubricating qualities , water repellency , oil repellency and weatherability . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a telecommunications network comprising first and second access equipment on one side of the network and third and fourth access equipment on another side of the network , a respective communication link is provided between the first and the third access equipment and between the second and fourth access equipment , and further , a communication link is provided between the first and the second access equipment , and between the third and fourth access equipment , each access equipment providing an interface for communication with the network , and each access equipment is configured to be capable of causing a change in the path followed by at least some of the traffic conveyed over the communication links . | 7Electricity
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a method for determining how well configurations for a gas turbine propulsion system attain selected acoustic wave energy emissions criteria based on acquiring a plurality of acoustic frequency spectra representations of a noise representation therefor over an operating duration . relative peaks in the acoustic frequency spectra representations are then located and the forms of at least one of those peaks is altered with respect to acoustic frequency in manners substantially matching acoustic wave energy emissions changes corresponding to configuration changes in gas turbine propulsion systems which are then evaluated to provide an operating parameter noise value . one of those operating parameter noise values that best meets the selected acoustic wave energy emissions criteria is used to aid in determining corresponding configurations changes to thereby better meet those criteria . this foregoing method can be incorporated into a process for determining an overall configuration for a gas turbine propulsion system . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the invention relates to a disinfection apparatus for disinfecting liquid cleaning of health care objects and the like , which disinfection equipment comprises a washing system for supplying liquid to a chamber which is adapted to hold said objects in cleaning , a pump for pumping liquid in said washing system , and at least one collection space connected to the inlet of the pump for collecting liquid from said chamber to the pump . said collection space is defined by at least one partition which has an extent horizontally from the inlet of the pump and which screens the inlet of the pump from liquid descending into the chamber at least nearest the inlet of the pump . | 0Human Necessities
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disclosed is an apparatus , method , service product , and program product which each provide an enhanced , registration - based event handler mechanism . listener programs are located and compiled before notification is needed . when notification is ultimately required , the pre - located listeners can be called directly without incurring the performance expense associated with first locating and then calling each listener . | 6Physics
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a gutter curb for paved roadways is constructed of an assembled series of elongated sections of gutter curbs connected together end to end , which are assembled along at least one side of a road bed . the gutter curb sections are molded from rubber from recycled tires and are held to the adjacent roadway pavement by tie rods passing through opposite sides gutter curb sections and projecting into the pavement itself to be securely held thereto . | 4Fixed Constructions
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a key system includes a first authentication part configured to perform first authentication for determining whether or not a unique key code of a key is registered in the operation subject and to permit an operation subject to operate in a state in which a first group of functions is operative when the first authentication generates an affirmative result . a wireless signal receiver is configured to receive a medium code unique to a portable communicable data medium through wireless communication . a second authentication part is configured to perform second authentication for determining whether or not the medium code received by the wireless signal receiver is registered in the operation subject . a condition - imposing part is configured to limit operative functions of the operation subject to a second group of functions that is more limited than the first group of functions when at least either one of the first authentication and the second authentication generates a negative result . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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devices are proposed for use in nanoscale data transfer and exchange between electronic components . spin wave generators translate an input signal charge - carrier based signal to spin waves within a ferromagnetic stripe . the spin waves propagate along the ferromagnetic stripe and are detected by spin wave detectors . further , signal transfer devices such as a splitter , mixer , and switch are disclosed . embodiments of the invention provide a solution for replacing copper connections , which is a limiting factor in current and future development of high - performance chips . | 6Physics
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a needleless vacuum - compression injector applies a continuous vacuum between a medicament holder and an outwardly extending member spaced therefrom . the continuous vacuum holds tissue taut and immobilizes the tissue over a nozzle without puncturing the tissue . pressurized gas then injects the medicament into the tissue to a predetermined depth determined by the pressure of the gas . the outwardly extending member can be a removable sleeve . particularly for oral applications , the tissue - engaging surface of the outwardly extending member can be oval or otherwise non - circular in shape to accommodate the shape of the tissue to be injected . | 0Human Necessities
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a man - portable anti - tank rocket launcher having rocket storage capability well as being of minimum weight . the launcher includes a tube for launching the rocket and is provided with end closures for protecting the rocket until launching . the tube has provisions for storing the launcher firing sights until rocket firing thus protecting the sights in transportation and storage until use . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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in the formation of multilevel liga microstructures , a preformed sheet of photoresist material , such as polymethylmethacrylate is patterned by exposure through a mask to radiation , such as x - rays , and developed using a developer to remove the exposed photoresist material . a first microstructure is then formed by electroplating metal into the areas from which the photoresist has been removed . additional levels of microstructure are added to the initial microstructure by covering the first microstructure with a conductive polymer , machining the conductive polymer layer to reveal the surface of the first microstructure , sealing the conductive polymer and surface of the first microstructure with a metal layer , and then forming the second level of structure on top of the first level structure . in such a manner , multiple layers of microstructure can be built up to allow complex cantilevered microstructures to be formed . | 7Electricity
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the invention concerns a new concept for the transportation of injured or stranded people and a new rescue capsule suitable for this purpose . the process involves the following stages . a capsule which can be closed on all sides , and which has an inflatable floor designed to form at least one bearing surface or litter for an injured person , and a roof and walls is first erected . one or more injured persons are placed in the capsule and installed in the litters . the injured person is secured in the capsule and then the capsule is carried away , together with the injured person , using a suspension fixture attached to the capsule . | 0Human Necessities
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disclosed are methods , circuits , systems and associated computer executable code for detecting the presence of a mobile computing device in a specific area . included are means for receiving a message from the mobile device including a coarse location indicator , determining that the received coarse location indicator is in proximity with one or more local stations , and causing at least one of the one or more local stations to transmit a mobile device specific poling signal to the device . | 7Electricity
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an active suture that can be used for the delivery of therapeutic fluids to the tissue surrounding a wound is disclosed . the active suture may include a connector designed to join a fluid source , such as a syringe , conventional iv delivery system , or infusion pump to an internal passageway that is embedded within a braided suture . the internal passageway may be comprised of a fine polymeric tube and is capable of conducting and emitting a fluid into at least a portion of the braided suture and surrounding tissue . the invention enables delivery of an efficacious volume of drug bearing solution on the order of milliliters per day , provides a high level of fluid delivery rate control enabling the physician to start or stop drug administration at his / her discretion , and offers a means of providing more than one type of medication that may be selected post - surgically in accord with unexpected patient symptoms that may arise . | 0Human Necessities
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a system for breaking obstructions in body lumens includes a catheter including an elongated carrier , a balloon about the carrier in sealed relation thereto , the balloon being arranged to receive a fluid therein that inflates the balloon , and an arc generator including at least one electrode within the balloon that forms a mechanical shock wave within the balloon . the system further includes a power source that provides electrical energy to the arc generator . | 0Human Necessities
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the present invention pertains to an electrical circuit for operating warning lights that are commonly used on emergency and service vehicles . the electric circuit enables the use of pairs of 21 volt dc halogen lamps on a light bar installed on an emergency vehicle equipped with a 42 volt electrical system . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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