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a setting tool for driving in fastening element includes a bolt guide axially displaceably arranged in the tool housing , a magazine projecting sidewise from the bolt guide and displaceable in a direction opposite the setting direction against a biasing force of a first spring relative to the bolt guide , a second spring located between the housing and the magazine and having a maximal biasing force acting in the setting direction and an excursion greater than a maximal biasing force and an excursion of the first spring ; and an annular element which surrounds the piston guide of the tool and is located in a receiving space formed in the housing for transmitting a biasing force of the second spring to at least one engagement surface provided on the magazine . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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an expanding card holder includes pleated flaps operated by manipulating opposing pull tabs to selectively reveal hidden images , decorations , characters or text within the holder . | 6Physics
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substituted quinazoline compounds of the following formula : wherein r 1 , r 2 , r 3 , r 4 , r 5 , r 6 , r 7 , r 8 , r 9 , r 10 , and x are defined herein . it also discloses a pharmaceutical composition containing one of these compounds . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a cutting tool to cut a tubular element in a well is constructed of pellets of less sensitive explosive material detonated by a pellet of a more sensitive explosive material . all the explosive material is packaged in individual packages which qualify for a lower cost , faster , safer transportation classification , but which explosive material is consolidated and assembled at a field location into a cutting tool capable of generating a sufficient force to cut the tubular element . a corresponding method is also disclosed . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a row address detection circuit includes a fuse bank , including a plurality of fuses connected to a common node . a precharge circuit is connected to bias the common node at a supply voltage . the fuse bank is also coupled through an isolation circuit to a buffer circuit . selected ones of the fuses are blown in a pattern corresponding to an address of a defective circuit to enable a redundant circuit to be substituted for the defective circuit . the isolation circuit allows the buffer circuit to measure the node voltage to determine if an input to a group of address select lines corresponds to the address of the defective circuit , yet isolates the buffer circuit from the common node to prevent partially blown fuses from placing an excessive load on the buffer circuit . in one embodiment , the isolation circuit is realized with a pair of transistors of opposite channel type coupled for synchronous switching to provide substantial isolation while minimizing voltage drop . | 6Physics
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an object of the present invention is to provide a process for producing a β - amino - α - hydroxy acid derivative via efficient and industrially utilizable steps . the present invention provides a process for producing a β - amino - α - hydroxy acid derivative represented by the general formula given below which comprises hydrolyzing an α - amino - α &# 39 ;, α - dihaloketone derivative of the general formula given below in the presence of a base , followed by protecting the amino group or without protecting the same . ## str1 ## | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a modular biopsy , ablation and track coagulation needle apparatus is disclosed that allows the biopsy needle to be inserted into the delivery needle and removed when not needed , and that allows an inner ablation needle to be introduced and coaxially engaged with the delivery needle to more effectively biopsy a tumor , ablate it and coagulate the track through ablation while reducing blood loss and track seeding . the ablation needle and biopsy needle are adapted to in situ assembly with the delivery needle . in a preferred embodiment , the ablation needle , when engaged with the delivery needle forms a coaxial connector adapted to electrically couple to an ablating source . methods for biopsying and ablating tumors using the device and coagulating the track upon device removal are also provided . | 0Human Necessities
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the present invention provides a slide guide for a press which comprises a gib structure with a spherical surface . the gibs are formed on a frame of the press . the spherical surface is provided with a holder or a cap to cover the spherical surface . the surface contacts are formed between the spherical surface bodies and the gibs or between the caps and the gibs . forming spherical contact surfaces prevents damage to the sliding surface . this slide guide provides uniform , secure contact at a sliding surface of a press and prevents uneven contact . the spherical surface body can be easily installed and can adapt to deformation of the slide and prevent damage to the sliding surface . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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disclosed is releasable plugging apparatus for selectively closing a tubular member to permit fluid pressure buildup therein . when the fluid pressure is then decreased , a sealing device of the apparatus may be released , and the tubular member subsequently opened . holding apparatus secures the sealing device in place until a compressed spring is permitted to move a piston so as to permit the holding apparatus to release the sealing device . a locking device prevents such movement by the piston until the pressure buildup first moves the piston in the opposite direction to release the locking device and to further compress the spring . the tubular member is thus not unplugged until the fluid pressure is decreased , thereby avoiding a large pressure pulse which might result if the sealing device were released with the fluid pressure at a high value . the embodiments described are particularly applicable for use with hydraulically - operated well tools , such as well packers . the present invention plugs the tubing string supporting the tool to allow hydraulic pressure aplication to operate the tool , and then unplugs the tubing string upon decrease of such hydraulic pressure rather than requiring a further increase of hydraulic pressure to force the plugging apparatus open . | 4Fixed Constructions
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a sensor configuration for measuring the local distribution of a measured variable has a plurality of sensor elements which are disposed in a distributed fashion and interconnected in an array . an electric response of the sensor elements is a function of the local value of the measured variable . at least one of the sensor elements has a series circuit composed of a series element which is independent of the value of the measured variable and a measuring element which is dependent on the value of the measured variable . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a clip for portrait frames and for framing components in general includes a metal strip that deforms elastically and is so shaped as to wrap around one edge of a portrait frame , a first terminal part of the clip is in contact with the front surface of the portrait frame , and a second terminal part of the clip , at the opposite end to the former , is engageable in a slot formed in the outer surface of the back part of the frame . | 0Human Necessities
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the invention concerns a syringe comprising : a body including a cylindrical side wall having an open upstream end with an inner annular rim and a downstream end closed by a transverse wall provided with an orifice ; a shaft equipped with a plunger having at least two annular sealing lips between which is defined at least one annular chamber . the shaft , which can slide inside the body , defines inside the body an inner chamber designed to be at least partly filled with a content . delivery passages provided inside the body are configured to communication said annular chamber of the plunger with the outside of the body or with the inner chamber of the body , when the plunger is abutting against the annular rim . | 0Human Necessities
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a method and system for detecting errors in indicated air speed of an aircraft . the method may include receiving current measured data values indicative of one or more of a pressure altitude , vertical speed , pitch attitude , and engine power of the aircraft by a computer , accessing a table having values of indicated air speed corresponding to the current measured data values , and computing from the table and the current measured data values a current expected ias , receiving current data values indicative of measured ias of the aircraft , comparing the expected ias data values to the measured ias data values , and generating an alert signal when the expected ias data values and measured ias data values differ by a pre - set amount . the computer may include a software module that utilizes output from pre - existing on - board sensors , and may generate a signal to a crew alerting system . | 6Physics
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an anti - corrosive battery terminal including a terminal block provided on its undersurface with a socket adapted to receive a battery post ; a grease fitting , with check valve , mounted on the top of the terminal block and communicating with the socket for injection of grease therein ; and one or more screw clamps for attaching the terminal block to the post . the screw clamps also double as terminal contact posts for attachment of electrical wiring . | 7Electricity
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this invention provides a method and device to enlarge the scope of ultrasonic measurement . it adopts two - way or more than two - way ultrasonic , and measures the distance in two or more than two directions , especially it can measure the sum distance of two directions directly . thus the distance value could reach 30 m at one time . therefore it can enlarge the scope of ultrasonic measuring without changing the performance of ultrasonic transceiver head . | 6Physics
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a method for rapidly mixing a liquid solution in a sample container by causing a small magnetic mixing member to rapidly revolve or orbit the container &# 39 ; s axis within the solution in a generally circular pattern in response to a revolving magnetic field positioned in close proximity to the sample container . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the present invention discloses a half - bridge llc resonant converter with self - driven synchronous rectifiers , which utilizes a primary ic controller and a gate driver to drive the secondary synchronous rectifiers . in correspondence with the gate drive output voltages of the primary ic controller to the primary switch transistors , the gate driver for the secondary synchronous rectifiers comprises a differential transformer if the primary ic controller outputs two ground - referenced gate drive voltages , which cannot directly drive the primary switch transistors but can be imposed on the differential transformer ; or comprises a dc shifter , a dc restorer and a differential transformer if the primary ic controller outputs two gate - source voltages , which can directly drive the primary switch transistors but cannot be imposed on the differential transformer . the drive voltages of the primary switch transistors are unipolar ; however the drive voltage of the secondary synchronous rectifiers can be bipolar or unipolar . under the valid operation mode , this converter can decrease the rectifier conduction losses to increase the power converter efficiency . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a filter relief valve assembly for a simple , easy to assemble use with filter structures of the common oil filter throw away type which will function to permit oil bypass of the filter element whenever the fluid pressure exceeds a predetermined value . the assembly unit is complete unto itself , but when assembled with the other filter components support and center one end of the filter element and also center and align an associated check valve in cooperation with the filter end closure . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a device for shielding a coupling includes a generally central opening in which the coupling is disposed and at least one socket hole into which only a thin wall deep socket can operate to engage and disengage a screw into and from said socket hole . the device prevents tampering with the coupling . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a control device for controlling the exposure time automatically for an electric shutter , in a single reflex camera of the so - called &# 34 ; through the lens &# 34 ; photometric type which determines the brightness of an object by means of the light past through the projection lens of a camera . | 6Physics
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epoxy resin compositions are disclosed which are the reaction products resulting from reacting the reaction product of a cyanuric halide and at least one dihydric or polyhydric phenol with at least one dihydric or polyhydric phenol and at least one epoxy resin having an average of more than one epoxy group per molecule . these epoxy resin compositions are suitable for use as electrical laminates , structural laminates , coatings , castings , electrical encapsulation and the like . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a displacement transmitting apparatus comprising a shaft hole which throttles by piezoelectric effect , and a shaft slidably inserted into the shaft hole engaged with a driving means which advances steppingly by mechanically amplified piezoelectric effect . on - off controlling of electric voltage for the displacement transmitting apparatus and the driving means causes the shaft to advance or conversely causes the driving means to advance where the shaft is fixed . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus for playing media includes a network transceiver for communicating with a remote control device and a server . the apparatus provides a device identifier to the remote control device , receives a playlist from the device , sends a media item identifier to a server , and receives a media item from the server . in some embodiments the apparatus is a standalone speaker device , the remote control is a touchscreen cellular phone , and the media item is an audio item . in other embodiments the apparatus is a television . in some embodiments the server comprises a playlist server and a content server . after joining a local network , the remote control is operable to control the apparatus without direct input at the device . in some embodiments the apparatus receives the media item from the content server . in other embodiments the media item flows through the remote control . | 7Electricity
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an engine of a hybrid vehicle is lift started by reducing a rotational speed of a motor / generator of the hybrid vehicle by adjusting a gearshift ratio of a transmission coupled to the motor / generator , and engaging a clutch to couple the engine , while in a stopped state , to the rotating motor / generator for imparting the rotation to the engine . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a method and apparatus is disclosed where a musical system is integrated with an outdoor seating apparatus , such that a user may rest comfortably while listening to music . the musical system is designed to withstand outdoor weather conditions . the musical system , typically a radio , is integrated with the backrest portion of the seating apparatus . the radio is designed to function in both extreme hot and cold temperatures . the radio also features rca inputs , so that external signal inputs may be played on the radio &# 39 ; s speakers . a cellular modem and interface is present so that a computer can connect to the internet . an adapter is also present so a cell phone can connect to the radio , and use the radio &# 39 ; s speakers . the speakers can be magnetic coil based , or may use flat panel speaker technology . | 7Electricity
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a garment or dress having detachable pockets on each side of the front of the garment . the pockets can be used in their normal fashion for retaining objects placed therein by the wearer or can be detached from the garment to be used as hand puppets by the wearer . | 0Human Necessities
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the printing operation of an ink jet printer is controlled based on the density of the image to be printed . using the density , a required drying time for each swath of printed matter is determined based on the image density . also using the density , a maximum print frequency of firing the ink jets is determined . the density is determined by filtering stored print data by dividing the print data into blocks and determining a maximum number of on pixels in a block . such filtering enables clusters of on pixels to be detected thus providing a more accurate determination of the density . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the present disclosure provides circuitry and a method for digital clock generation including the generation of integer and non - integer sub clocks . the proposed method provides simplified constant signal propagation and low skew in the divided clock path independent of division factor . also provided is a simplified mechanism for generating low power clock patterns divided down by factors which are non - integer , phase - shifted , repeated pulse trains , dynamically changing and glitch - free . | 6Physics
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an integrated cartridge for automated sample manipulation and , particularly strand displacement amplification , is provided . the cartridge comprises a sealed , two - part device with internal fluid channels and chambers , as well as reagents . the cartridge performs the sequence of fluid transfers , reagent additions and heat transitions , such as those of the strand displacement amplification process , in a single , sealed device . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an electronic lock system senses codes on a key by means of opto - electronic , magnetic or other electrical means and compares the key code to a code stored internally in a memory . when the key code is equal to its respective stored code the lock activates an electrical clutch operated bolt , and may also change the internal code to a new code . this invention relates to electronic locks , and is more particularly directed to the provision of an electronic lock which can be operated by a key having a code in the form of an electric parameter or optical parameter thereon . | 4Fixed Constructions
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the invention is crustacean hemolymph as a utility for the pharmaceutical and / or cosmetic treatment of viral and other neoplastic or pre - neoplastic mammalian tissue lesions . the method comprises topically administering to mammalian tissue a formula that is made from lobster hemolymph — neat ; or lobster hemolymph extracts ; or lobster hemolyph in combination with certain carriers , binders ; or as an adjuvant . the hemolymph may be from various species of lobster , homarus americanus in particular . | 0Human Necessities
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an improved lightweight , portable and compact combination seat and serape &# 39 ; for travel ease and safety while traveling with a small child . the device is releasably attached to the telescoping handle upon wheeled luggage , is disposable in an unfolded position for use wherein it functions as a seat and when used as a serape &# 39 ; for travel safety is draped over the head and shoulders of the juvenile to be secured with the parent into the airline seatbelt , and when in its storage condition is separated from and compactly contained within the luggage for carry - on in an airliner or other public transportation . | 0Human Necessities
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a multipurpose archery bow grip assembly characterized by a bow grip mounted on the bow handle by at least two connecting members , which connecting members have a linear portion that may be nonpermanently affixed at a plurality of depths transversely within the bow handle so as to allow the distance of the top and bottom of the bow grip from the bow handle to differ , and which connecting members terminate in ball portions which pivotally mount in sockets provided in the bow grip , one of such sockets being elongated so as to allow the depth at which the connecting members are affixed within the bow handle to be different . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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an electric smoothing iron is provided which has a soleplate which has a low heat capacity and which is heatable by means of light energy produced by lamps , reflectors being provided to reflect the light to the soleplate , and the temperature of the soleplate being monitored by means of a sensor , which iron comprises a microprocessor which receives the measurement values from the sensor and compares said measurement values with presettable nominal values of a temperature control device , which microprocessor is connected to a power control unit which acts as a half - wave control and operates the lamps separately , in series or in parallel . | 3Textiles; Paper
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the present invention generally relates to a propulsion apparatus for imparting thrust to a person . the propulsion apparatus is configured so as to be disposed or mounted on the user such that the thrust is transmitted to the rear of the user &# 39 ; s pelvic area . the propulsion apparatus may , for example , include a motor which is connected to a propeller for providing forward thrust . the propulsion , apparatus may , in particular , be used in association with skis for travelling over a snow covered surface ; however , it may be used in association with other similar or analogous devices for travel over the same or other surfaces . | 0Human Necessities
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a voice - enabled mobile phone fixed line conversion apparatus and particularly a conversion apparatus that enables a fixed line telephone to use mobile phones and has calling identification function mainly includes a conversion device connecting respectively to a fixed telephone line and a mobile phone . the conversion device consists of a microprocessor , a fixed line / mobile phone switch unit , a dtmf decoding unit , a caller identification voice unit , a fixed line detection unit and a mobile phone communication interface . the apparatus allows a fixed line telephone to take phone calls from mobile phones and hear the telephone number of the incoming phone calls . | 7Electricity
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the present invention relates to an improved method for preparing dipeptidyl peptidase - iv inhibitor intermediates . the present invention is able to reduce preparation costs by using low cost reagents on reaction and is able to be used in mass production by improving yield . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a conduit has a first end and interior and exterior surfaces extending downstream from the first end . a strainer has a first end and a second end . an upstream portion of the strainer is positioned engaging a projection on the interior surface of the conduit to resist downstream shifting of the strainer . a strainer body extends at least partially downstream of the upstream portion . the apparatus may be used as a strainer / coupler and may be used to filter water in a chiller apparatus . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a door system for an automotive vehicle includes an impact - responsive catcher pin which may be operated by a supplemental restraint system having side impact sensing capability so that the impact - responsive catcher pin may be directed to deploy from a housing mounted within a vehicle door , to a position in which the catcher pin locks the vehicle door to a rocker beam adjoining the door . | 4Fixed Constructions
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device to produce polyurethane articles covered by a film , including a mold comprising a female part and a male part defining a molding cavity inside which polyurethane material is able to be injected . the device also comprises , in association with the perimeter edge of said female part , means able to exert a connection function in substantial cooperation with the zone of discontinuity between said female part and said male part . the means comprise a movable annular ring - nut including a first position to load a segment of said film in order to insert said segment inside the mold , and a second position at least partly overlapping on the perimeter of said female part in order to cooperate with said female part during the molding of said polyurethane material . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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method of evaluating the biodegradation , through the action of a bacterial population , of hydrocarbons trapped in a geologic structure . the mass of hydrocarbons present in said structure is determined without taking account of the biodegradation , from data relative to the physical and geometrical characteristics of the structure studied . then the mass of hydrocarbons consumed by biodegradation is calculated after evaluating the number of bacteria , their hydrocarbon consumption and the structure filling time . the mass percentage of oil disappeared through the bacterial action is deduced from these two masses . application : determination of the composition of oils in a reservoir and notably location of heavy oils . the method can notably be applied to the evaluation of the economic risk linked with the presence of biodegraded petroleum reservoirs . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a piezoelectric loudspeaker includes : a diaphragm ; a first piezoelectric material provided in a first area of the diaphragm ; and a second piezoelectric material provided in a second area of the diaphragm different from the first area . the second area has a sound reproduction band different from that of the first area . this piezoelectric loudspeaker has a wide reproduction frequency range . | 7Electricity
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the invention is a system for decreasing the oscillating mass of a rowboat by decoupling the mass of the coxswain through the use of a movable seat . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the method of masticating diene rubber in the presence of maleic acid or maleic anhydride together with sulfur or an organic sulfur compound capable of generating a thiyl radical is shown . improved tack , green strength or both are realized in the treated diene rubber . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a spa heater includes a heater element having a single outer wall with indentations near each end for receiving clips for positioning the heater element . the indentations are preferably stamped or formed by some other method which does not weaken the outer wall and the heater element is retained by use of the clips in the indentations . incorporation of the indentations and the clips allows use of a single thin outer wall thereby reducing cost . the heater element is held and sealed by a combination of o - rings , stepped washers , snap rings clips , and caps . an electrical connection may be made using ring type wire ends residing under the caps or by connecting to posts extending from the ends of the heater element . the heater element is preferably a spiral heater element and a titanium outer wall may be used to resist corrosion and increases heater element life . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the invention provides a radio reception apparatus by which a delay by initialization of an equalizer is minimized and an equalization process with a minimum preamble signal can be performed normally to assure a high transmission efficiency and suppress an increase of the power consumption . first and second rf sections convert the frequencies of reception data from first and second antennae . a comparison section compares reception sensitivities of outputs of the first and second rf sections to select the output having a higher reception sensitivity . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a first body houses a photoconductor is provided with a second body openably and closably attached to the first body . additionally , a unit is provided to be swingable with respect to the second body such that an exposure surface of the unit is disposed at an exposure position opposing the photoconductor when the second body is closed . the exposure surface of the unit is disposed at a retreated position facing toward the rotary shaft of the second body when the first body is opened . since the exposure surface of the unit faces toward the rotary shaft of the second body when the second body is opened , the exposure surface is not exposed to outside of the second body . | 6Physics
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a method for collecting liquid temperature data from a fuel tank id achieved by providing a thermal sensitive resistive element that produces a value proportional to the liquid &# 39 ; s temperature , a capacitor for storing a charge representative of this value , and a resistor through which the capacitor is discharged . circuitry and software is provided that compares the voltage across the resistor to a reference as the capacitor discharges , determines the number of clock counts for which a predetermined relationship exists between the voltage across the resistor and the reference , then consults a table to determine an absolute temperature based on this clock count . | 6Physics
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a thermal drop - on - demand ink jet print head in which a heat delay means is provided covering a predetermined part of the resistive element . upon connection of an electrical signal to energize the resistive element , nucleation occurs at an uncovered location on the resistive element and formation of the bubble proceeds in a direction toward the covered part of the resistive element to thereby utilize the inertial effect of the controlled bubble motion to eject a drop of ink in a more energy - efficient manner . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a method and respective system for adapting the user - visible structure of a portal to the needs of a user , wherein the portal structure is stored in a content model , wherein a user interface component is provided for controlling the layout of the plurality of pages rendered at said portal , and wherein a model management component comprises the functionality for performing persistent content model modifications . | 6Physics
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in the case where a prover a proves the validity of a pretender b to a verifier c , b receives an initial response x &# 39 ; created by a , randomizes it with a random component and sends it as x &# 34 ;, and randomizes an inquiry β from c with the random component and sends it as β &# 39 ; to a . a proves , for the received randomized inquiry β &# 39 ;, the validity of b by a secret key s randomized with a random number r and then sends it as a proved response z to b . b removes the random component from the proved response z and sends it as a &# 39 ; s proof to c for verification . b keeps secret the procedures for randomizing the initial response x &# 39 ; and the inquiry , thereby maintaining secret the correlation between a - b interactions nand b - c interactions . in the case of proving the validity of a message m of a signature client b to the verifier c by attaching a signature of a to the message m , b receives an initial response x &# 39 ; created by a and randomizes it with a random component to create a randomized response x &# 34 ;, creates a randomized inquiry β &# 39 ; containing a random component by use of the randomized response x &# 34 ; and the message m , and sends the randomized inqiury β &# 39 ; to a . a proves , for the randomized inqiury β &# 39 ;, its validity by a secret key s randomized with a random number r and then sends it as a proved response z to b . b removes the random component from the proved response z to create a derandomized response z &# 39 ;, which is sent to c for verification . | 7Electricity
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a system for reducing bandwidth of video signals . ordinarily , an ntsc video signal has a bandwidth of 6 . 0 mhz , chrominance and luminance carriers separated by about 3 . 58 mhz , and an audio carrier located at the upper end of the 6 . 0 mhz bandwidth . the invention reduces the separation between chrominance and luminance carriers to about 2 . 15 mhz , and decreases the bandwidth to about 4 . 0 mhz . in addition , the invention moves the audio carrier outside the 4 . 0 - mhz bandwidth . the invention allows multiple channels , of 4 . 0 mhz bandwidth each , to be placed adjacent each other in a cable television spectrum , and the audio signals of the channels to be placed together , at the upper end of the spectrum , outside the range allocated to the video information . a larger number of channels is obtained than would otherwise be available , because the upper end of the spectrum is not suitable for carrying video information , but will handle audio information . | 7Electricity
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a balance beam type scale which is particularly adapted for educational purposes , i . e . for use by grammar school children . the components of the scale are easily assembled . also , the scale is so constructed and arranged as to permit the weighing of a solid article , granulated materials or a liquid . although the scale is ruggedly constructed for use by children , it includes features which have heretofore only been found in more expensive scales , for example a check lever . | 6Physics
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a p + layer and an n + layer are provided on the top and bottom surfaces of an n - layer , respectively . an electrode is formed on the p + layer , while an electrode is formed on the bottom surface of the n + layer . in a direction from the electrode to the electrode , the area of the cross section of the n - layer is decreased , which cross section is perpendicular to the direction . an n -- layer is formed complementarily to the n - layer which is decreased in cross - sectional area . when a potential applied to the electrode is higher than a potential applied to the electrode , a depletion layer extends from a pn junction formed by the p + layer and the n - layer . since the impurity concentration of the n - layer is lower than that of the p + layer , the depletion layer extends substantially to the n - layer . the depletion layer extending to the n - layer substantially holds the voltage applied across the electrodes and . in order to improve a breakdown voltage , the cross - sectional area of the n - layer is preferably decreased exponentially . a field intensity in the depletion layer extending within the n - layer hardly depends on a distance from the electrode or . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a clutch for selective transmission of torque and power , utilizing pairs of coded arrays of permanent magnets affixed respectively to the driving member and the driven member . a shape memory alloy actuator brings to driving member and the driven member into proximity to engage the clutch via a higher - order mutual magnetic correspondence between the coded magnetic regions of the permanent magnet arrays . also provided is a clutch having a magnetorheological fluid between the driving member and the driven member , to increase the torque and power transfer through the fluid when its viscosity is increased by the magnetic field of the arrays in proximity . sets of corresponding teeth on the driving member and driven member mesh when the rotation of the members is synchronized , providing positive direct drive to prolong the service life of the fluid . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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methods and apparatuses of determining the ph of a sample . a method can comprise determining an infrared spectrum of the sample , and determining the hemoglobin concentration of the sample . the hemoglobin concentration and the infrared spectrum can then be used to determine the ph of the sample . in some embodiments , the hemoglobin concentration can be used to select an model relating infrared spectra to ph that is applicable at the determined hemoglobin concentration . in other embodiments , a model relating hemoglobin concentration and infrared spectra to ph can be used . an apparatus according to the present invention can comprise an illumination system , adapted to supply radiation to a sample ; a collection system , adapted to collect radiation expressed from the sample responsive to the incident radiation ; and an analysis system , adapted to relate information about the incident radiation , the expressed radiation , and the hemoglobin concentration of the sample to ph . | 6Physics
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an image processing system provides faster than real - time skin detection and localization . the system uses the highly optimized architecture of a graphics processing unit to quickly and efficiently detect and locate skin in an image . by performing skin detection and localization on the graphics processing unit , the image processing system frees the main system processor to perform other important tasks , including running general purpose applications . the speed with which the image processing system detects and localizes skin also facilitates subsequent processing steps such as face detection and motion tracking . | 6Physics
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a training aid to help athletes throw a ball with more power and accuracy . a wrist strap and bicep strap are provided . the two straps are linked to one another and when so link restrict the movement of the user &# 39 ; s elbow . when the elbow is so restricted , the user is forced to use the wrist when throwing a ball . | 0Human Necessities
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the present invention relates to electrospray ionization at atmospheric pressure coupled with a mass spectrometer , in particular to a special kind of micro - electrospray with liquid flows in the range of 0 . 1 to 100 microliters per minute . the invention describes the use of an off - axis pre - entrance channel in an esi ion source to prevent particulate matter with higher inertia than the gas molecules , such as droplets , from entering the mass spectrometer . the elimination of the particulate matter improves the quantitative precision of an lc / ms bioassay , minimizes the contamination of the mass spectrometer and improves the robustness for high throughput assays . | 7Electricity
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there is described a method for preventing vehicle theft , the method comprising embedding multiple signal emitting devices in a vehicle , each one of the signal emitting devices being camouflaged among a part of the vehicle and hidden from view , each one of the signal emitting devices being independent of a power source for the vehicle and adapted to emit a signal actively without prompt at a given tuned frequency , at a given time , and at a given signal strength . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a current regulator for non - isolated , line voltage led driver circuits solves the problem of led flicker caused by line noise in the visible frequency range . in one aspect of the invention , led flicker frequency may be increased beyond the line frequency . in another aspect , line voltages in excess of led voltage ratings may be tolerated . the driver may be implemented using discrete circuit elements or in software and utilizes separate current regulation for different segments of an ac line voltage cycle . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a decorative wheel cover comprising a decorative sign , a disc frame , and retractable claw arm assemblies with claws attachable to automobile wheels between the rim and tire by a person manually without using any tools . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a golf cart altered such that the occupants are protected against the effect of lightning strikes comprises an electrically conductive grid on the roof , preferably star shaped , connected electrically to electrically conductive down - conductors , preferably at least 6 in number , four of which may be the roof supports and the other two moveable to allow ease of access to the golf cart and each to be connected to a plurality of flexible electrically conductive members so as to touch the ground , preferably via a metal chassis . the movable electrically conductive members are connected to at least one of the roof or the base construction by a bearing . the invention defines a protective electrically conductive cage enclosing the golf cart and surrounding its occupants with improved rigidity , safety and practicality . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the present invention provides a method for determining a displacement in a z - direction , of an object which is fixed in a holder of an apparatus , by means of an interferometer system , wherein the object is illuminated by a beam of radiation , said beam being provided by said apparatus and having an optical axis extending in the z - direction . the method comprises arranging the measuring mirror and / or measuring laser beam of an interferometer system such that no relevant part of the laser beam is parallel to the z - direction . this ensures that the interferometer system and its parts may be arranged away from the beam of radiation , allowing larger diameter projection systems for said beam of radiation , as well as more homogeneous air showers around said object . thus the quality of the illumination of the object may be improved . the invention further provides a lithographic apparatus incorporating the method , as well as a device manufacturing method using the lithographic apparatus and / or the method for determining z - displacement according to the invention . | 6Physics
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compounds of the formula ## str1 ## or a pharmaceutically or agriculturally acceptable acid addition salt thereof , wherein r is 5 - chloro - 2 - pyridyl , or phenyl optionally substituted by one to three substituents , each independently selected from f , cl , br , i , cf 3 , c 1 - c 4 alkyl and c 1 - c 4 alkoxy ; r 1 is cn , csnh 2 or conr 2 r 3 where either r 2 is h or certain alkyl groups and r 3 is h or certain alkyl , substituted alkyl , aralkyl , phenyl or cycloalkyl groups , or r 2 and r 3 taken together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached form a nitrogen heterocyclic group , optionally containing an oxygen atom or nr 4 group , as a ring member and r 4 is h , c 1 - c 4 alkyl ; c 2 - c 4 alkanoyl or carbonyl ; r 5 and r 6 are each h or ch 3 ; methods for their use in combatting fungal infections in plants , seeds and animals , including humans , pharmaceutical and agricultural compositions containing them and intermediates therefor . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a method and a device are for cooling the inflow area of the shaft of a steam turbine . according to the method and device , a partial mass flow m 1 is branched off upstream of a feed device that supplies the steam to the team turbine . the partial mass flow is cooled and then guided to the feed device , from where it is supplied to the steam turbine together with the remaining mass flow m 2 . the method and device allow for a simplified control and design of the turbine . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention provides an ink jet recording head comprising a heat generating device for generating thermal energy utilized to discharge ink , a non - linear element having a non - linear current / voltage property and adapted to drive the heat generating means , and a current adjusting device for adjusting current flowing into the non - linear element . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a closed loop frequency source includes a controllable oscillator that provides a first frequency source , a reference oscillator that provides a second signal , and a comparator that compares the two frequencies to provide an error signal that represents the difference between the frequencies . the error signal is used by an error signal generator to generate a compensation signal which offsets the carrier frequency that drives an output device such as a time - of - day clock so that the output device automatically gains or loses the previously accumulated time error without the necessity of being periodically updated . | 7Electricity
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a thin film transistor includes a gate electrode , a gate insulation layer on the gate electrode , source and drain electrodes formed on the gate insulation layer , a polysilicon channel layer overlapping the ohmic contact layers and on the gate insulation layer between the source and drain electrodes , ohmic contact regions over the source and drain electrodes for contacting the polysilicon channel to the source and drain electrodes , and doping layers over the source and drain electrodes . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus , method , and system , the apparatus and system including a flexible microsystems enabled microelectronic device package including a microelectronic device positioned on a substrate ; an encapsulation layer encapsulating the microelectronic device and the substrate ; a protective layer positioned around the encapsulating layer ; and a reinforcing layer coupled to the protective layer , wherein the substrate , encapsulation layer , protective layer and reinforcing layer form a flexible and optically transparent package around the microelectronic device . the method including encapsulating a microelectronic device positioned on a substrate within an encapsulation layer ; sealing the encapsulated microelectronic device within a protective layer ; and coupling the protective layer to a reinforcing layer , wherein the substrate , encapsulation layer , protective layer and reinforcing layer form a flexible and optically transparent package around the microelectronic device . | 7Electricity
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the present invention relates generally to hoists such as cranes which instead of steel wire ropes use high - strength fiber ropes . the invention relates in particular to an arrangement for detecting the discard state of a high - strength fiber rope when used on such hoists , with a means for detecting at least one rope parameter and an evaluation unit for evaluating the rope parameter , and providing a discard signal depending upon the evaluation of the rope parameters . according to the invention , the detection means comprises torsional stiffness detection means to determine the torsional stiffness of the rope , whereby the evaluation unit provides the discard signal depending on the determined torsional stiffness of the rope . | 6Physics
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a powered reel - type tape measuring device that has a reel of flexible metal measuring tape rotatably mounted on a shaft in a housing with measuring indicia on the tape . an electric powered motor is coupled to a flexible drive roller for pulling the tape from the housing and to the reel itself for pulling the tape into the housing and rewinding it on the reel . a switch having first and second contacts is operatively coupled to the electric power device for energizing the power - driven device to selectively rotate the flexible roller to pull the tape in a forward direction out of the housing with activation of the first switch contact and to drive the reel to pull the tape into the housing for rewinding when the switch is activated in the second position . | 6Physics
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a compact , modular , portable vehicle lifting and holding apparatus comprising either an individual lifting tower assembled from independent components , or one or more pairs of independent lifting tower assemblies interconnected by torsionally stiff support crossmembers , thereby forming a complete apparatus . each lifting tower assembly is provided with redundant lifting carriage locking features , lifting means comprising a cable pulling device of conventional type , and further provided with ground traversing means whereby said complete apparatus is capable of ambulatory motion while supporting a load . said apparatus includes means to engage and elevate a vehicle body independent of its frame , or elevate an entire vehicle or part thereof in a horizontal position relative to the level surface supporting said apparatus , thereby facilitating restoration , repair , and customization processes . said complete apparatus has dimensions allowing operation within the confines of a conventional one - car residential garage , and disassembles completely for compact storage or transport . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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circuitry and methods are provided for reducing rise time associated with signals on an open - drain or open - collector signal line . signal line voltage is monitored to determine if the signal line is being pulled low . if the signal line is not being pulled low , as indicated by signal line voltage exceeding a threshold level , additional pullup current is provided . the additional current may be provided gradually in relation to the signal line voltage , or may be provided in full whenever voltage exceeds the threshold . circuitry may also be provided to monitor voltage slew rate on the signal line , and to enable the additional pullup current only when the slew rate exceeds a positive threshold level . | 7Electricity
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an apparatus for housing and cooling circuit card assemblies employed in communication and other systems is disclosed including a chassis having opposed end walls which are formed with a series of spaced inlet card guides and correspondingly spaced outlet card guides , respectively . a straight - pass heat exchanger is directly mounted to each circuit card assembly via thermally conductive material , and opposed ends of the heat exchanger are mounted by a wedge lock to respective inlet and outlet card guides . the heat exchanger employs unique angled interface geometry that creates a gasketless airtight joint with complimentary inlet and outlet card guide geometry through which cooling air passes . | 7Electricity
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an image forming apparatus includes : an image forming apparatus main body including an image forming unit that forms an image on a sheet , a detachable main body sheet feeding tray that holds the sheet and a sheet feeding unit that feeds the sheet from the main body sheet feeding tray toward the image forming unit ; an optional sheet feeding device that is capable of being added on a lower side of the main body sheet feeding tray and feeds the sheet toward the image forming unit , the optional sheet feeding device having a first detector that detects whether or not the main body sheet feeding tray is attached to a proper position ; and a controller that controls operations of the image forming apparatus main body and the optional sheet feeding device based on a detection result of the first detector . | 6Physics
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multitube catheter and method for making the same are provided . the assembly includes two or more tube fused together to form one catheter tube shaft . each tube has at least one lumen extending longitudinally through the catheter from its distal end to its proximal end . the tubes are fused together by use of heat & amp ; pressure . heat and pressure can be generated by heat sensitive tube slides over a segment of catheter tubes while metallic mandrels are passed through each tube lumen to protect the lumens during fusion . the heat sensitive tube will shrink once heat is applied . the heat sensitive tube will shrink and apply the required pressure over the catheter tubes . continual heating will melt and re - shape the catheter tubes inside the heat sensitive tube while the letter will not be affected due to its high melting temperature . after cooling , the heat sensitive tube is to be removed , the metallic mandrels are pulled back and the tubes forming the united catheter tube . distal end of the united catheter tube can be splited to form split tip , stepped tip or can be tapered tipped . the proximal segment will form catheter extension legs . the pressure applied can also be created by silicon or rubber tube stretched over the catheter tubes , in a mould , by coextrusion , by over molding , through adhesions are other possible methods . | 0Human Necessities
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an ink jet method and apparatus including circuitry for controlling lateral deflection of an ink column before drops are formed . a deflection mechanism used to deflect the column comprises two electrode portions spaced on opposed sides of the column . by control of the voltages applied to the electrode portions the angle of ink column deflection is made proportional to a control voltage applied to the portions . this proportionality facilitates control over column scanning to insure proper ink drop placement on the ink jet recording medium . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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an image reader in which a plurality of light - sensitive cells arranged in an array in a line image sensor are divided into a predetermined number of blocks , and the blocks are sequentially selected to sequentially drive the light - sensitive cells in each of the blocks to produce image signals . charging switches are provided for charging the light - sensitive cells via block selector switches . the charging switches are activated after a signal read time assigned to each light - sensitive cell has expired to thereby shorten the charging time necessary for the light - sensitive cell . the block selector switches are each actuated at a predetermined timing while the charging switches are activated , thereby preventing noise due to switching actions of the block selector switches from being introduced into image signals . | 7Electricity
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a multiplex system having a main transmission channel for transmitting or not , within a pass - band corresponding to the information rate , information signals coming from a plurality of sub - channels in accordance with the priority levels of the sub - channels . a priority level having overflow authorization is assigned to certain of the sub - channels , an overflow transmission channel being provided for transmission by sub - channels having overflow authorization when the main channel is saturated . | 7Electricity
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apparatus for bonding at least two plies of a fibrous web , includes : a first roller having an outer periphery , at least one embossing protuberance provided on the outer periphery ; and a second roller having an outer periphery and being elastic at least in a radial direction , the second roller including at least an inner layer and an outer layer that is harder than the inner layer , the second roller together with the first roller forming a nip through which the two plies are to be fed , wherein an embossing element is located on top of at least one of the embossing protuberance , an embossing area of each embossing element being smaller than an embossing area of the corresponding embossing protuberance so that the two plies are bonded at discrete locations corresponding to the first and second embossing elements . multi - ply product including the bonded plies and corresponding method are also described . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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the torque and / or power of a drive system in dynamic operation is ascertained by generating first signals which are at least proportional to the speed of the drive system , automatically differentiating the first signals to obtain second signals which are at least proportional to acceleration of the system , and automatically multiplying the first and second signals to generate third signals whose magnitude is at least proportional to the power and / or torque of the drive system . | 6Physics
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a secondary control circuit including contrast control , brightness control , and a peaking circuit means are all disposed on a printed circuit board and coupled into the video circuit of a television receiver by one pair of connectors . | 7Electricity
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disclosed herein is a laminated core of a motor including : a first core sheet including a first rounded core base , a plurality of first teeth which are radially formed on the first core base , and first tooth ears formed at the end of each of the first teeth ; and a second core sheet including a second rounded core base , a plurality of second teeth which are radially formed on the second core base , and second tooth ears formed at the end of each of the second teeth , the second core sheet having the same shape as the first core sheet but being smaller than the first core sheet , wherein the second core sheet is located at the lowermost part , one or more the first core sheets are laminated on the second core sheet , and another second core sheet is located at the uppermost part . | 7Electricity
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derivatives of 2 - 6 - nitrobenzoic acids are disclosed , wherein at least one of the sulfamyl substituents is selected from amino -, - amino -, or di - amino -, hydrogen , lower alkyl , hydroxy -, allyl , or when taken together with the nitrogen of the sulfamyl moiety , form a heterocyclic ring . these compounds have activity in increasing the sensitivity of hypoxic tumor cells to therapeutic radiation . also disclosed are methods of preparing such compounds and pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a receiver for use in a cdma telecommunications system is disclosed . the receiver includes at least one antenna for receiving signals from a cdma channel , where the received signals include a desired user signal . the receiver also includes combining circuitry , for performing chip waveform filtering and maximal ratio combining , to produce mutually correlated chip estimates of the received signals . the receiver further includes an adaptive separator , for adaptively separating the mutually correlated chip estimates , and a correlator , for despreading the output of the adaptive separator to obtain an estimate for data symbols of the desired user signal . in addition , the receiver further includes estimating circuitry , coupled to the combining circuitry , for estimating a response of the channel , where the combining circuitry utilizes the channel response estimate as a reference . | 7Electricity
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a bakery - cafe is arranged and operated in a manner that allows a customer to experience the making of artisan bread . from a customer area , the customer is able to view the mixing , shaping , and scoring of dough used in baking artisan breads , the baking of the dough , and the resulting baked artisan bread product . the mixing , shaping , and scoring of the dough occurs in a fresh dough facility that is located behind a partial - wall adjacent to the customer area . the partial - wall has a transparent portion through which activity in the fresh dough facility is generally visible . the partial - wall is further limited in height to allow conversations between a customer in the customer area and a baker within the fresh dough facility . | 6Physics
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the invention is directed to a process for cleaning bitumen froth by mixing a sufficient amount of naphtha with the bitumen froth to provide a naphtha - to - bitumen ratio within the range of about 4 . 0 to about 10 . 0 and separating substantially dry diluted bitumen from the water and solids . also provided is a process for cleaning diluted bitumen by mixing a sufficient amount of naphtha with the diluted bitumen to provide a naphtha - to - bitumen ratio equal to or greater than about 1 . 8 and separating marketable fungible raw bitumen from the water and solids . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a process for recycling waste sulfuric acid by decomposing organic contaminants by use of light energy , comprising exposing a waste sulfuric acid containing contaminants to a focused radiation emission having an irradiation intensity within the range of from 0 . 01 to 100 mw / m 2 in a reaction chamber shaped as a directly - absorbing receiver , wherein the chamber is maintained at a temperature within the range of from 200 ° c . to 1000 ° c . to form sulfur trioxide and water as sulfuric acid decomposition products . the process also includes forming sulfur dioxide and oxygen , starting materials for sulfuric acid , by cleavage of the decomposition product sulfur trioxide by maintaining the reaction chamber at a temperature between 400 ° c . and 1500 ° c . the process , particularly adapted for irradiations with direct solar radiation . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention , an apparatus and method for intermediate storage of tentative bookmark information is disclosed . the bookmark staging mechanism of the present invention allows a web user , during a browsing session , to temporarily “ stage ” or “ mark ” visited sites as potential bookmarks . at the close of the browsing session , or at some other appropriate time during the browsing session , the user can review the list of staged bookmarks and “ promote ” any or all staged bookmarks while simultaneously discarding any undesired bookmarks . the promoted bookmarks become part of the user &# 39 ; s standard bookmark file and can be accessed at a later time , as desired . in addition , the user has the option of quitting the browser and saving the staging area , with the intermediate or staged bookmarks intact . the user can then return at a later time and continue the same search , using the previously staged bookmarks . this unique process allows a user to maintain a list of high - quality bookmarks that will lead the user back to the sites which are most suited to the user &# 39 ; s specific information needs . a user can bookmark any and all promising sites without worrying about the possibility of spending hours deleting bookmarks that ultimately prove less valuable . similarly , a user can bookmark even less promising sites and , if no better sites materialize during subsequent searching , promote those staged sites to the permanent bookmark file for later use . | 6Physics
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a disk array system including a plurality of disk drives , including a plurality of first - type disk drives having a first predetermined level of reliability and used to form a first - type logical unit having a plurality of a first - type of chunks , and a plurality of second - type disk drives having a second predetermined level of reliability which is lower than the first level of reliability and used to form a second - type logical unit having a plurality of a second - type of chunks ; and a storage controller which copies data stored in a source chunk to a destination chunk , wherein the destination chunk is selected from the first - type of chunks or the second - type of chunks . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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an ultrasonic sensor for detecting an object includes : a substrate ; a transmission device for transmitting an ultrasonic wave ; a plurality of reception devices for receiving the ultrasonic wave ; and a circuit for processing received ultrasonic waves , which are received by the reception devices after the ultrasonic wave transmitted from the transmission device is reflected by the object . the transmission device and the reception devices are integrated into the substrate . the dimensions of the sensor are minimized , and detection accuracy of the sensor is improved . | 6Physics
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this invention discloses compositions consisting essentially of a major amount of a salt of an acyloxyalkanesulfonate and a minor amount of a saturated aliphatic alcohol mixture . these compositions are readily converted into non - dusting , free - flowing flakes that are ideally suited to the preparation of detergent formulations . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method , system and computer program product for protecting access to a computer file are disclosed . in embodiments , the method comprises a user , employing a user computer , selecting a file , and creating a reference file to protect access to this selected file . when a requester uses a computer device to request access to the protected file , the reference file initiates a procedure to determine if the computing device is entitled to access the protected file by validating a series of computer components that uniquely identify the computing device . in embodiments , a set of specified computer configuration data is stored in a specified storage location ; and the series of computer components that uniquely identify the computing device are validated by comparing this set of computer configuration data with the series of computer components that uniquely identify the computing device . | 6Physics
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change in swirl of gas turbine exhaust gases at off - design conditions is a key driver of exhaust diffuser inefficiency that adversely impact the gas turbine performance . conventional ways to control swirl such as blowing , suction , and vortex generation are undesirable since they require parasitic power , are complex to design , and dilute the exhaust gas energy . to address such short comings , shape memory devices are incorporated into struts of an exhaust diffuser of a gas turbine . the shape memory devices change shape in accordance with heat , which can be applied through memory device heaters . by controlling the memory device heaters , the heat applied to the shape memory devices can be controlled . the shapes of the struts can be altered through altering the shapes of the memory device in consideration of load conditions to increase the efficiency . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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high yields of ester - substituted diary carbonates such as bis - methyl salicyl carbonate were obtained by the condensation of methyl salicylate with phosgene in the presence of a phase transfer catalyst in an interfacial reaction system in which the ph of the aqueous phase was greater than 9 . 3 . using the method of the present invention conversions of greater than 99 % were obtained whereas under standard conditions using triethylamine as the catalyst conversions were limited to 70 - 75 % of the methyl salicylate starting material even with a 20 mole % excess of added phosgene . the optimized conditions of the of the present invention use only a slight excess of phosgene and represent an attractive route for the manufacture of bis methyl salicyl carbonate and ester - substituted diaryl carbonates generally . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an ignition time controlling device having a trigger circuit employing a programmable unijunction transistor which will be on at a timing when a primary short - circuiting current of an ignition coil is at or a little past a peak . the device includes a charging and discharging circuit for the primary short - circuiting current ; a switching controlling circuit interrupting the primary short - circuiting current when the trigger circuit is on ; an ignition coil inducing a high voltage in a secondary coil when the primary short - circuiting current is interrupted ; a spark plug generating a spark on receiving the high voltage of the secondary winding and an angle advancing circuit connected between the programmable unijunction transistor and the switching controlling circuit . the angle advancing circuit breaks over at a set value of the primary short - circuiting current or the voltage on the primary winding of the ignition coil and operates the switching controlling circuit prior to the operation of the programmable unijunction transistor . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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a casting receptable for processing melt . the receptable comprises a lid , a shell , the bottom part of which is in the shape of a downwards convergent cut cone , a filling opening at the bottom of the casting receptable , and further a shutter plug that is movable in the vertical direction by means of an actuator and arranged to close and open the filling opening to allow melt to enter and correspondingly exit the casting receptable . the bottom end of the shutter plug is a sharp cone in shape , and the bottom end of the shutter plug extends in its closed position a distance further than the conical part of the shell , thus forming a sharp point at the bottom of the casting receptable . further , the invention relates to a casting method that utilizes the casting receptable of the invention . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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an electrical drive system includes an electric motor having an armature , which is mounted on a stator , and a rotor , wherein aligning stator flux with rotor flux enables current to flow in the armature without inducing torque on the rotor shaft . the disclosed operation may be used , for example , in testing the electrical drive system . the electric drive system can carry full rated current yet produce little or no torque , thereby increasing the current that can be tested during electrical drive test procedures without producing undesired forces or motion . the method may be used , for example , in heating the electric motor , for example for de - icing . | 7Electricity
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comminuted particles of iridescent laminate film are prepared by supporting the film on a strippable substrate prior to the processing of the film into particulate form . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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