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a process for preparing lactam - polyol - polyacyl lactam or acyl polylactam terpolymers having ester end group termination and both ester linkages and amide linkages between the monomeric segments . the terpolymers are prepared by initiating the anionic catalyzed polymerization with a polyester initiator formed from dicarboxylic acid esters and aliphatic polyols and / or aliphatic polyether polyols . this is a division of application ser . no . 482 , 532 filed june 24 , 1974 , u . s . pat . no . 3 , 944 , 629 . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an integrated circuit for supplying power includes an ic chip having a rectangular shape and having a first edge and a second edge opposite the first edge , a switching regulator implemented on the ic chip and having a driver transistor whose on time of switching is controlled to adjust an output voltage of the switching regulator , and a series regulator implemented on the ic chip , wherein the driver transistor of the switching regulator is positioned near the first edge , and the series regulator is positioned near the second edge . | 7Electricity
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a technique for displaying topographical data , for example , on a screen of a portable hand - held device includes : optionally receiving gps signals and generating a digital output indicative of a position location of the display device in response to the received gps signals or inputting location data manually to produce an image on a display screen of the device in response to the digital output ; and storing true digital elevation data as compressed cells and decompressing on - the - fly only data needed to provide elevation data for an image area displayed on the display screen . | 6Physics
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this invention relates to a system their manufacturing technologies for enhanced endoscopic diagnosis . more particularly , this invention is related to endoscope capsule system , which may increase its operating time as high as 80 hours , and may reduce the size of the capsule system . furthermore , the diagnosis procedure using the capsule system may be applicable to all patients with various age groups , where capsule size and large set of images for accuracy in diagnosis , are required . | 0Human Necessities
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a strapping apparatus for strapping a tensioning strap around a packaging item includes a frictional wheel that operates against a support to tighten the tensioning strap . the frictional wheel is operatively connected to a drive unit and can be lifted from the support by a swiveling lever . the swiveling lever includes an interrupting element to interrupt the path of action between the frictional wheel and the drive unit so as to be able to lift the frictional wheel in an unloaded state from the tensioning strap . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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there will be provided a magnetic recording medium in which film thickness of the dlc layer is 5 nm or less , a tangential force of the magnetic head is small , having excellent durability to sliding property , and there will be obtained a magnetic storage device capable of stable floating of the magnetic head at 10nm or less . there will be used a magnetic recording medium having a primary coat layer , a magnetic layer , and an overcoat layer on a substrate , wherein the overcoat layer is composed of a dlc film , and in an area in which depth from the surface of the dlc film is 13 å or less , there is formed a cn bond . | 6Physics
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a computer - based analysis of an enterprise computer system is utilized to remove bottlenecks that cause the enterprise computer system to operate in a non - optimal or risky manner . contents of e - mails are examined to identify bottlenecks in the enterprise computer system . upon identifying the bottlenecks , the enterprise computer system is simulated , and simulations of replacement components , which the computer - based analysis has deemed appropriate for curing the bottlenecks , are installed in the simulated system . if the computer simulation with the replacement components cures the bottlenecks and causes no new problems for the enterprise computer system , then corresponding actual replacement components are installed in the enterprise computer system . | 6Physics
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an electrically conductive alumina fiber which heretofore known only as electrically insulative is now provided , which comprises an aluminum oxide matrix , and a continuous phase of carbon in the aluminum oxide matrix , the continuous phase of carbon affording an electrically conductive property to the fiber . also , a method of producing the alumina fiber is disclosed , comprising pyrolyzing a fiber of polyaloxane ] having a formula ## str1 ## wherein , r 1 represents ch 2 ch 2 och 2 ch 3 , r 2 represents ## str2 ## or other substituted aromatic group , in an inert atmosphere . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a thermal management system particularly adapted for a portable lightweight opaque projector dissipates the heat generated within the projector by the projector light source in a controlled fashion , while maintaining the exterior of the projector in a moderate temperature range . opposed sidewalls of the enclosed interior illumination chamber of the projector are provided with alongated planar heat sink surfaces which are coated with a flat black finish which is highly absorptive of infrared as well as visible radiation . the heat sink surfaces are mounted spaced from the adjacent interior sidewall of the projector , such that an air channel or plenum is formed between the heat sinks and the adjacent sidewall . exhaust fans draw air out from the interior of the projector and through these air channels to thereby remove heat absorbed by the heat sinks . the exterior sidewalls of the projector opposite the heat sinks are provided with a passive heat dissipation mechanism . this takes the form of a plastic outer panel which overlies the outboard side of each of the aforementioned opposed sidewalls . the plastic outer panel defines a plurality of vertical air spaces or channels between the plastic panel and the adjacent sidewall of the projector . air convection through these air channels cools these sidewalls , with the plastic panels further providing thermal insulation . yet a third heat dissipation mechanism is provided for deflecting as well as absorbing heat in the area of the fans , which overlie the light source . objectionable heat transfer from the light source to the fans is thus eliminated . | 6Physics
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a gong striking mechanism is provided , which comprises a driving electric motor mounted on a frame within a gong , and conversion means rotationally connected directly or indirectly to the motor shaft for converting continuous rotational motion of the motor shaft to reciprocal gong striking motion . in a preferred embodiment of the invention the conversion means comprises an eccentric cylinder fixed to the motor shaft , and a hammer made of hollow cylinder in spaced internal arrangement with the eccentric cylinder to absorb impact strength and improve sound volume . | 6Physics
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in a process and a machine for moulding ceramic articles , the provision of a substantially moisture impervious foil between the mould surfaces and the clay blank and the disposal of the foil after its use as a waste by - product . a foil exhibiting predominant plasticity rather than elasticity is selected to secure effective operation of the invention . the clay blank is extruded in strand form at a rate of extrusion which is independent of the rate of feeding clay blanks intermittently into the mould and a temporary storage station provides buffer capacity between the extrusion and moulding steps . the machine has structure adapted to achieve this operation . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a semiconductor device with a non - uniformly and lightly doped channel comprises a gate electrode formed on a silicon substrate of first conductivity through the intermediary of a gate oxide dielectric film , and an extension of each side walls of the gate electrode composed of a thin polysilicon layer which is substantially thinner than the gate electrode , the silicon substrate having a channel region in which its central part is doped with ions of first conductivity at a concentration higher than in the silicon substrate and its part below the thin polysilicon layer is doped with ions of first conductivity at a concentration higher than in the central part , and having at an outer region of the channel region a source - drain region doped with ions of second conductivity . | 7Electricity
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a hearing aid including a microphone , an adjustable amplifier , and a transducer comprising an acoustic driver driving a diaphragm disposed within an acoustic chamber , all mounted in an in - the - ear housing having a sound outlet passage leading from the acoustic chamber into the user &# 39 ; s ear canal , is provided with a cleaning passage that is accessible from the outside of the housing and that connects to the inner end of the sound outlet passage , through a portion of the acoustic chamber . throughout internal cleaning is effected by pumping a solvent through the continuous conduit formed by the cleaning passage , the acoustic chamber , and the sound outlet passage , without disassembly of the hearing aid . | 7Electricity
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push - pull half - bridge magnetoresistive switch , comprising two magnetic sensor chips , each magnetic sensor chip having a magnetic induction resistor and a magnetic induction resistor electrical connection pad . the two magnetic sensor chips are electrically interconnected and have opposite and parallel directions of induction , thus forming the push - pull half - bridge circuit . the magnetic induction resistor comprises one or a plurality of magnetoresistive elements connected in series . the magnetic induction resistor pads are located at adjacent edges of the magnetic sensor chips , and each pad may accommodate the welding of at least two bonding wires . the magnetoresistive switch may improve the sensitivity of a sensor , and decrease output voltage deviation and output voltage temperature drift , which is beneficial for decreasing the volume and increasing the performance of the switch sensor . | 7Electricity
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a method is provided for monitoring multicasting traffic in an internetwork between a multicasting source in a first domain and a multicasting destination in a second domain . the multicasting source offers connections to a predetermined multicast stream according to predetermined multicast group information . the multicasting destination sends a join message to a router within the internetwork in order to initiate routing of the predetermined multicast stream to the multicasting destination . a notification of the joining is sent from the router to a ledger application , the notification including identifying information of the multicasting destination and the multicasting source . the multicasting source transmitting datagrams of the predetermined multicast stream to the multicasting destination via the router . the ledger application receives and logs the notification as a transaction event . the transaction events are aggregated in response to the first domain of the multicasting source and in response to the second domain of the multicasting destination , thereby allowing reimbursement of costs between domains for transporting the multicasting traffic . | 7Electricity
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a thermal head comprises a head circuit board having a surface carrying a heating resistor line and at least one drive element for heating the resistor line . the drive element is enclosed in a resinous package . at least a surface portion of the resinous package is electrostatically conductive but electrically non - conductive to work as antistat . the antistatic surface portion or entirety of the resinous package may be made of electrically non - conductive matrix resin which contains a predetermined percentage of electrically conductive substance . | 7Electricity
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disclosed is a mountable lighting module that uses solar energy to charge a power source for leds used in night illumination of both sides of a double - faced sign with the mountable lighting module comprising housing for the electronics conjoined with a clamp for mounting to a sign support and a pair of sign illuminating members with each extending over opposing sides of the sign directly illuminating the sign &# 39 ; s copy area . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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in data communication systems , data packet processing for transmission and reception may go through different stages such as segmentation or packing of the data packets on the transmission side and duplicate detection , reordering , and reassembly on the reception side . for reliable data transmission between the peers , acknowledgement based retransmission protocol known as automatic repeat request may be used where each retransmission can further segment the previously transmitted data packets . this type of data processing may lead to high memory requirements and high processing requirements . a method and apparatus are disclosed that maintain additional information about the data packets which enables virtual segmentation and packing on the transmitter side and on the receiver side , virtual duplicate detection , reordering and reassembly . performing the segmentation , packing , duplicate detection , reordering and reassembly operations in virtual manner reduce the memory and processing requirements and this may lead to reduced power consumption and improved user experience . | 7Electricity
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a method for the carburization of a deep - drawn article or a stamped - bent article made of austenitic rustproof stainless steel includes inserting the article into an oven in a first process step and heating the article to a first temperature , wherein an oxygen containing standard atmosphere that is present in the oven is replaced by a first gas mixture , and in which the article is heated up to a second temperature in a second process step , wherein the first gas mixture is replaced by a second gas mixture , and in which the article is maintained on the second temperature in a third process step , wherein the second gas mixture is replaced by a third gas mixture , and in which the article is cooled down to a third temperature in a fourth process step , wherein the third gas mixture is replaced by a fourth gas mixture . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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floss dispensers comprising a body configured for holding and dispensing floss and a gripping arm extending from the body configured to facilitate gripping by the user while floss is dispensed and cut from the dispenser . the body houses a spool of floss and includes a hole for dispensing the floss and a hole for connecting the floss dispenser to a key ring or chain . a floss cutter is included in the body or the gripping arm . in one embodiment the gripping arm comprises an operational key . the gripping arm is either integrally or removably connected with the body . in one embodiment , the body comprises a clam shell case configured to hold the head of a key . in another embodiment , the body comprises a sheath type pocket configured to hold the head of a key . the floss dispensers may also comprise other features , including lights and a toothpick . | 0Human Necessities
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this disclosure provides systems , methods , and apparatus for intercepting a moving target by a plurality of interceptors that individually have insufficient capability to achieve intercept . an electronic processor can receive information corresponding to a state of the moving target at a first time . the electronic processor can determine a plurality of hypotheses for the future maneuvers of the moving target . the hypotheses can be based in part on the state of the moving target at the first time and the location of any defended assets . the electronic processor can assign a respective target maneuver hypothesis or set of hypotheses to each of a plurality of interceptors . the electronic processor can assign firing times and / or initial guidance commands to each interceptor . the electronic processor can update the set of feasible hypotheses based on additional receipt of information on the motion of the target and communicate this information to interceptors in flight via a communication subsystem . the electronic processor , or a secondary electronic processor located on each interceptor , can control each interceptor to maneuver such that the moving target is intercepted , based on the respective target maneuver hypotheses . | 6Physics
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a method of converting and storing energy in a repeatable cycle using a rechargeable electrolytic cell providing a thermal energy output during discharge , and which recharges electrically . the cell contains chemical reactants and reactant product . the reactant product is electrolyzed into the reactants by at least one electrode in operational communication with the reactant product . the electrode has a porous portion , and one of the reactants , the oxidizer , is conveyed through the porous portion of the electrode , without conveying the reactant product through it , into a hollow internal cavity in the electrode . the reactants are separated and stored in the cell . the stored reactants are controllably combined to produce the reactant product and the thermal energy output . the thermal energy is removed from the cell for useful purposes . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a two - dimensional gas chromatograph with a primary column and dual secondary columns is described . flow rates in the primary column are less than those in the secondary columns due to an accumulation valve . typically the ratio of second and third column flow capacities combined to primary column flow capacities between about 10 to 1 and 30 to 1 . volatile organic compounds are detected in environmental samples of air water , soil and in body fluids of animals and humans . | 6Physics
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the invention is a resilient exercise grip that has a non - resilient core with a doughy consistency surrounded by an elastic covering . the core consists of a powdery substance , a liquid , a preservative and also contains low - density beads to create a lighter grip . the outer covering may consist of a single thick layer , or a number of thin layers . the resiliency of the grip enables a user to deform the grip and thereby change its shape which quickly and substantially returns to its pre - deformed state . | 0Human Necessities
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a method of making a semiconductor packaged device comprises mounting onto a lead frame a bottom of a molded semiconductor chip having a first plastic package body covering a top face of a semiconductor chip , encapsulating the lead frame and the semiconductor chip with a second plastic package body with top surfaces of conductive contact bodies electrically connected to electrodes on the top surface of the semiconductor chip exposed and plating conductive pads on a top surface of the assembly structure to provide external electrical connections to the electrodes through the conductive contact bodies . | 7Electricity
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an ergonomic floormat is described . the floormat has particular utility as a surgical mat to decrease musculoskeletal fatigue in humans during prolonged static postural stress , as occurs during standing . the floormat is uniquely designed in a laminated fashion , utilizing bubble shaped closed cellular materials , closed cellular polyethylene foam materials and / or closed cellular polypropylene foam materials . the unique design allows an ergonomically , non - compressible mat , which offers high support and high indent force deflection . in a preferred embodiment the mat is designed for single use only and is completely disposable . additionally , preferred features of the mat include being water repellant and anti - static . the mat also can include an anti - skid bottom surface of a low - tack , adhesive material to allow for greater securement to the surgical floor and to prevent slippage . while the floormat is designed with particular application for the operating theatre , it may find use in consumer and industrial situations as well , where a disposable mat is desired for maximum ergonomic and anti - fatigue properties . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a process for producing dyed spun cotton yarns having a reduced number of irregularities and increased luster is described . the process involves dyeing at least a portion of the cotton fibers which are to form the yarn , then combing the dyed fibers subsequent to the dyeing process . the dyed and combed fibers are then optionally blended with fibers having a visually distinct appearance , and spun into a yarn using conventional spinning methods . the resulting yarns having a dramatically reduced number of thick and thin places and improved yarn properties including improved luster and hand . furthermore , when the thus - dyed fibers are blended with differently - colored fibers prior to the combing operation , the resultant yarns match the visual colors of like - colored yarns produced by conventional processes , while the color is more intimately blended and the yarns have a markedly increased uniformity , luster and tenacity . as a result , fabrics produced from the yarns have a superior appearance with respect to color blend and luster , and the number of neps and irregularities are dramatically reduced with respect to those of conventionally - produced fabrics . | 3Textiles; Paper
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a granulation apparatus which operates in the manner of a water - ring granulator comprises a perforated plate and rotatable cutter tool for granulating material fed through the plate . a recess is provided beneath the perforated plate which is concentric with , but inwardly of , a collection chamber for collecting the granulated material . the recess is dimensioned so as to have a cross - sectional area at least equal to the surface area of the plate . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a programmable transceiver for a network element includes a programmable circuit including internal logic and control logic . interfaces connect the programmable circuit to a network and a network element . the control logic facilitates programming of the internal logic responsive to an in - band program signal while the programmable circuit services network traffic received via at least one of the interfaces . | 7Electricity
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a light box for x - rays is made by using a graphics screen coupled to a microprocessor , with the screen being used with inverse brightness . under these conditions , the graphics screen emits light at nearly all points , other than special locations whose positions can be controlled by means of a control box . an x - ray negative to be examined is placed over the graphics screen . the control box is used to move the non - illuminated regions of the screen to point to special locations in the negative . the light box is particularly applicable t studying stereographic negatives for mammography . it makes it possible to determine more quickly and more accurately the locations of lesions in breasts under examination . | 0Human Necessities
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disclosed herein describes an sers sensing substrate comprising upright metal nanostructures made by using oblique angle deposition collocating with self - rotation substrate , wherein said upright nanostructures include individual upright nanopillars and metal / dielectric multilayered upright nanopillar stacks . the sers sensing substrate exhibits higher and enhanced adsorption spectra for unpolarized incident rays in the visible and infrared wavelength regimes . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a temperature controller for a deep fat fryer including a temperature sensing circuit that determines the temperature of cooking oil in the deep fat fryer and which is connected to a temperature control circuit that controls the deep fat fryer heat source in providing heat to the cooking oil in response to a set temperature from an external input device . the control circuit also includes an anticipation circuit that variably modulates the heating source before the cooking oil temperature approaches the set temperature . the temperature control circuit further includes a resistor divider network that provides selected voltages representing reference temperatures and which are input to several operational amplifiers for controlling the heat source . | 0Human Necessities
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an arrangement for retaining a skier &# 39 ; s foot within the shell base of a ski boot , comprising one or more tongues integral with the inner sides of the shell base , extending transversely to the longitudinal axis of the boot and at least partly surrounding the top of the foot . the tongues fold down along a drop line in a plane above the heads of the metatarsals and the malleoli , and are located between two planes secant to the plane of the boot sole and passing through the heads of these bones . actuation of the tongues relative to the foot takes place from outside the boot . | 0Human Necessities
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the invention is concerned with a system for file management in a mobile network . the network has one or more mobile terminals having a memory with saved file information and a central database containing information to be updated . the system has means for requesting a change in the files of the mobile terminal and means for updating new information in the files of the mobile terminal . a request for a change to be made in the files of the mobile terminal is sent to the central database which updates its information on the basis of the request . the new information is then sent from the central database to the files of the defined mobile terminals . | 7Electricity
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the present invention relates to compounds of the formula wherein r 1 , r 2 , r 3 , r 4 , r 5 , r 6 , r 7 , r 8 , a , x and y are defined as in the specification , to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their medicinal use . the compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment or alleviation of inflammation and other inflammation associated disorders , such as arthritis , colon cancer , and alzheimer &# 39 ; s disease in mammals , preferably humans , dogs , cats and livestock animals . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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in one aspect , the invention comprises acquiring background data regarding securities positions and regarding real - time pricing data ; performing calculations regarding intermediate measures of performance of the securities ; receiving configuration data for a portfolio of securities and one or more data requests , at least one of the data requests comprising a request for a value at risk report regarding the portfolio ; and providing a value at risk report based on a parkinson &# 39 ; s volatility estimation . in another aspect , the invention comprises displaying a tree structure display in a first portion of a graphical user interface display ; in response to a user selecting an item from the tree structure display , displaying a corresponding listing in a tabular display in a second portion of the graphical user interface display ; and in response to the user selecting a listing in the tabular display , displaying a corresponding item in the tree structure display . | 6Physics
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an encoder device of the absolute position type for outputting a shift position or angle of rotation relative to the absolute position . the device comprises a code plate having first and second grid patterns wherein information is stored as 1 or 0 in a periodic manner at pitches slightly different from each other ; first and second sensory arrays for detecting the first and second grid patterns ; driving means for driving the sensors relative to the grid patterns and for obtaining an alternating signal from each array ; and computation means for measuring the phase angle of the alternating signal from each array , and the phase angle difference therebetween and for calculating the position using such phase angles . advantageously , the invention is suitable for miniaturization due to its simplicity , relaibility , and efficiency . | 7Electricity
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a method and system for visual servoing of a linear apparatus rotatable in a plane about a fixed point implements cross - ratios and provides alignment of the linear apparatus to the target in an image , such as a fluoroscope image in 3 iterations . the imaging device through which the scene is observed can be of any suitable type and does not need to be calibrated . | 6Physics
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methods and apparatus for protecting data bus ports and their corresponding phy devices from taking damage associated with excess voltage across one or more signal pairs during an intermittent connection . such connections cause the signal pins to carry external device current which raises the signal voltage above the power rails , exceeding the phy device ratings and causing phy degradation or destruction . in an exemplary embodiment , an rc circuit is used to detect the voltage level across a signal pair . if this voltage level exceeds a certain preset voltage level , power to the outgoing serial bus port is shut off and return power is abated . while the circuit is responding , the exemplary embodiment uses a 3 . 6v zener diode to bleed excess voltage to ground . a current monitor / limiter is also used for limiting current if the voltage level detected exceeds a certain threshold . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a simplified system and method for remotely monitoring and optionally further controlling pumpjack operating parameters of a pumpjack located at a distant site but within wireless cell phone station reception . sensors situated on a pumpjack monitor and create analog output of operational conditions of the pumpjack . digitizing means digitize the analog output of the sensors to digital data , and modem means transmit the digital data via a wireless cellular network to a network server . a user &# 39 ; s computer communicates with the network server via the internet , and accesses the digital data to obtain information regarding the operational conditions of the pumpjack . | 7Electricity
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a method and apparatus for transferring service between local exchange carriers . the method includes connecting a second local exchange carrier switch to a first local exchange carrier distribution frame while a first local exchange carrier switch is connected to the first local exchange carrier distribution frame . the method also includes initiating a disconnection of the first local exchange carrier switch from the first local exchange carrier distribution frame . | 7Electricity
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a metal bridge initiator , with or without a spark gap feature , for firing an air bag inflator is deposited on a thin plastic film substrate . the bridge can be tuned by adjusting the width and thickness of the substrate . the bridge is of compact size enabling an increase in the strength of the inflator in the initiator area thereof . if there is an initiator structural failure , the very small feed through slot into the interior of the inflator will plug up with the products of combustion of the inflator . the intimate contact between the deposited metal bridge and plastic substrate makes the initiator resistant to vibration , bending and damage . the method of manufacturing is simpler than for conventional inflator initiators and is adapted to mass production . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the motorized blind device with orientable slats comprises an orders transmitter and an orders receiver which is attached to the motorized blind , the orders transmitter comprising a first control interface and a second control interface . this device is one which comprises means of interpretation for differentiating between the orders to translate and to orient the slats on the basis of the actions performed on the two control interfaces , in which the second control interface comprises an element that can be moved in two opposite senses along substantially one and the same first direction and in which two electric contacts are respectively actuatable by movement of the element in the first sense and in the second sense . such a device is simple , inexpensive , multi - purpose and its ergonomics for orienting the slats is intuitive . | 4Fixed Constructions
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the invention provides an audio interface device and method utilizing a single audio jack connector for plugging into a three - wire analog microphone or a three - wire digital microphone , thereby reducing dimensions and production costs thereof and an electronic system using the same . the audio interface comprises an audio jack connector , having first to third contacts electronically connected with the three - wire microphone plugged thereinto ; and an audio processing device , detecting a type of the three - wire microphone plugged into the audio jack connector , outputting a clock signal to the three - wire microphone and receiving a digital audio signal from the three - wire microphone when the type is digital ; or receiving analog audio signals from the three - wire microphone when the type is analog . | 7Electricity
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a tool , has a tool shell having a top side for shaping a fiber - reinforced component , and an underside , wherein said tool shell is dimensionally stable and is provided with an integrally moulded ribbed structure on said underside to provide a dimensional stability . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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apparatus and related methods for a container lid include a pull structure affixed to one end of a tearstrip and positioned in an outer flange of the lid , the pull structure having a portion shaped to receive and engage a manipulator such as at least one finger of a user &# 39 ; s hand , to assist the user to initiate tearing of the tearstrip from the lid . the shaped portion of the pull structure is configured to eliminate the need to grip the tearstrip between opposing digits of the user &# 39 ; s hand . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a cable connector backshell assembly for high frequency applications requiring reduced electromagnetic emissions . aspects include providing sufficient physical spacing and electrical isolation between the signal conductors and the housing to meet emi standards for hippi - 6400 connector assemblies . one embodiment includes spring preloading of the electrical connector . one embodiment includes a longitudinally floating connector . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a steerable wing - type sail system for a wind powered craft . the system includes first and second secondary airfoils and that are spaced outwardly to the sides of the plane of the main wing , and that are positioned rearwardly of the trailing edge of the wing . the secondary airfoils are selectively pivotable so as to steer the main wing in one direction or the other . the main wing is also provided with a pivoting flap at its trailing edge , which pivots simultaneously with and in the same direction as the secondary airfoils . the secondary airfoils are carried on elongate horizontal booms mounted near the mid - span height of the main wing . the secondary airfoils pivot about vertical axes at the distal ends of the booms , and are operated by control cables that are retracted and paid out by linear actuators or similar mechanisms . the craft may be multi - hull vessel , such as a catamaran . the control mechanism for the secondary airfoils may operate the airfoils in response to signals received from one or more onboard sensors . the system is suitable for use on an autonomous unmanned surface vessel . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a planar surfaced electrical musical instrument is provided which is configured to support both feet of a user standing upon it during use . supported by the device , the standing user may generate sound , such as drums , through a contact of one or both feet with the planar upper surface which is in operative contact with electronic signal generating components which generate an electronic signal correlating to vibrations emanating from the contact point of the user &# 39 ; s foot with the planar surface . | 6Physics
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a relay driver circuit is disclosed in which a relay coil is operated by enabling the collector - emitter path of a switching transistor . in order to avoid damage to the transistor from voltages induced in the relay coil when the relay is turned off , an isolating semiconductor device is inserted between the transistor and the relay coil . this semiconductor device is operated in synchronism with the driving transistor and thus isolates the driving transistor from transients during the de - energization of the relay . | 7Electricity
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a hollow partition wall is employed to feed carbon material to an underflow of a carbothermic reduction furnace used to make aluminum . the partition wall divides a low temperature reaction zone where aluminum oxide is reacted with carbon to form aluminum carbide and a high temperature reaction zone where the aluminum carbide and remaining aluminum oxide are reacted to form aluminum and carbon monoxide . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a cover adapted to surround and protect a fabric awning when rolled to the stored position . in a preferred embodiment , a flexible sheet metal strip is mounted directly on the awning , on the upper surface thereof , generally adjacent the structure on which the awning is mounted . the metal sheet covers a laterally extending segment of the awning such that , when the awning is rolled , the metal sheet is rolled over the outer surface of the rolled awning . the metal sheet is mounted on the awning by means of interconnecting members positioned on opposite sides of the awning surface which , when engaged , capture and hold a portion of the awning without perforating it . | 4Fixed Constructions
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a method of network resource release processing is provided , which includes the following steps . after user equipment using idle mode signaling reduction mechanism registers to two 3rd generation partnership project communication networks , when the ue changes from the 3gpp network to a non - 3gpp communication network , a serving gateway receives a message sent from a peer endpoint network element , and deletes network resources established by the two 3gpp communication networks for the ue according to the message . a mobility management ne and a serving gw are also provided . through the method and device of network resource release processing , the resources are released when the ue using the isr mechanism changes from the 3gpp network to the non - 3gpp communication network . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the present invention is directed to a header assembly attachable to a medical device for the purpose of connecting its output terminals to at least one lead , the lead terminating at a target organ or portion of the body intending to be assisted . a number of leads are connectable to the header , including single and coaxial leads . the header assembly may be molded directly to the medical device or preformed and then attached to the device casing , either by mechanical fastener and / or chemical adhesive . | 0Human Necessities
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a novel family of amine azides having a cyclic structure therein is disclosed . these compounds have attractive properties as rocket propellants . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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an implant assembly is provided for surgical implantation into an intervertebral space , such as for stabilization of vertebrae adjacent the intervertebral space during a spinal fusion procedure . the implant assembly includes a primary segment separate from a secondary segment . these segments are elongate and of sufficiently small cross - section that they can be implanted posteriorly in a minimally invasive manner . the primary segment preferably includes a tunnel and the secondary segment preferably includes a neck with the tunnel and neck sized complementaly so that the segments stabilize each other where they intersect with the neck within the tunnel . the entire implant assembly is thus provided which both widens and supports the intervertebral space and is sufficiently rigid to provide adequate support for the intervertebral space as the vertebrae are fusing together . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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the invention discloses maize bzip transcriptional factor , the genes encoding these factors and the use thereof . those transcriptional factors abp2 , abp4 and abp9 , respectively , are the proteins having the amino acid sequences shown by sequence 2 , 4 , and 6 in the sequence listing , or the proteins derived from thereof which are produced by substitution , deletion or addition of at least one or more amino acid residues of the amino acid sequence shown by sequence 2 , 4 and 6 in the sequence listing , having the same activity as the proteins shown by sequence 2 , 4 and 6 in the sequence listing . the genes abp2 , abp4 and abp9 encoding these said facters respectively , are the dna sequences having an identity of more than 90 % to the sequences shown by seq id no . 1 , 3 and 5 in the sequence listing and the encoded proteins having such same functions . the genes of the invention have important significance for breeding plant varieties with enhanced tolerance to abiotic stresses and for improving plant tolerance to abiotic stresses . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a sorting line for processing envelopes , particularly for photographic laboratories , including at least one endless conveyor , for a plurality of boxes , provided with a base which opens under a command correlated with the position of the boxes along their path and a plurality of compartments arranged on several levels in a position below the endless conveyor and provided with upperly open communication channels which emerge in positions corresponding with the different positions in which the base of the boxes opens . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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disclosed is a process for reclamation of waste fluids . a conditioning container is employed for receipt of waste material on a continuous flow for treatment within the container by immersible transducers producing ultrasonic acoustic waves in combination with a high level of injected ozone . the treated material exhibits superior separation properties for delivery into a centrifuge for enhanced solid waste removal . the invention discloses a cost efficient and environmentally friendly process and apparatus for cleaning and recycling of flowback , or frac water , which has been used to stimulate gas production from shale formations . the apparatus is mobile and containerized and suitable for installation at the well site . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a support assembly for a rotating shaft utilizing an annular spring is disclosed . a series of support rods are spaced on the interior and exterior sides of an annular spring to define spring segments which act as a spring for supporting the journal . a squeeze film damper cavity may be incorporated either as part of the spring support structure or separately within the assembly to provide the necessary damping . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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duel sensor detector tube systems are installed along the path length of a pipeline , storage tanks , or other fuel system to be monitored for leaks . one sensor detector tube system is constantly evacuated and passed through a sensor detector to test for presence of vapors or gaseous indications of large leaks . concurrently , the other sensor detector tube system is permitted to lie dormant for a predetermined period to absorb and receive diffusion of vapors or gases from medium to small leaks that are too small to be detected by the continuous air flow system of the first tube . periodically the flow of the two sensor detector tube systems is interchanged to evacuate the dormant tube , and it then becomes the continually aspirated system . signal output from the sensor detectors provide data to the control alarm system which compares concentration profiles of current on - going tests with recorded profiles of prior tests , and any significant deviation is recognized as a problem , sounding an alarm . the system provides direct data for location of small leaks , with significant indications for location of large leaks . | 6Physics
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a system update protocol . a software update is packed into a packed file , which packed file includes a unique signature . the packed file is uploaded from a trusted client computer to the network printer . the integrity of the packed file is automatically checked on the network printer by performing a checksum and signature comparison to ensure the packed file is transmitted correctly . the packed file is resent when the packed file is determined to be corrupt . the packed file is unpacked into a predetermined directory structure of unpacked files . the client computer then signals the network printer cause installation of the software update on the network printer . | 6Physics
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according to an illustrative example , a gas spring is provided within a base tube of a chair column . the piston rod of the gas spring is axially supported on a bottom of the base tube . the cylinder of the gas spring is axially and rotatably guided within a guide at the upper end of the base tube . the guide comprises a main sleeve body and a guiding sleeve body inserted into a central passage of the main sleeve body . these sleeves are provided on their surfaces facing each other with at least one projection , and / or at least one recess which engage each other in a snap fit . | 0Human Necessities
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the present invention describes the process for the preparation of novel sesquiterpene oxide 3s , 3ar , 7ar ,- 6 isopropyl - 1 , 1 , 3 , 3a - tetramethyl 1 , 3 , 3a , 4 , 7 , 7a - hexahydro - isobenzofuran , of formula by the reaction of elemol with per acid at a temperature range of 20 to 30 ° c . the invention also deals with the use of compound of formula as a perfuming and flavouring agent . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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the invention relates to a mixing device for mixing a pulverulent product , which is contained in a film sachet that is soluble in liquid , with said liquid and optionally at least one additional component . the aim of the invention is to accelerate the mixing of pulverulent products , which are packed in film sachets that are soluble in liquid , with a liquid , without the risk of creating dust . this is achieved by a sealable mixing container comprising a receiving chamber for the pulverulent product contained in the film sachet , the liquid and the optional additional component . the receiving chamber is equipped with fitted components , which act mechanically on the film sachet . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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a noncontact tonometer comprises an air current blowing means for blowing an air current against an eye , a cornea deformation measuring means for optically measuring a change in the shape of the cornea caused by the air current blowing means , and an arithmetic means capable of calculating the intraocular tension of the eye on the basis of the change in the shape of the cornea . since the intraocular tension of the eye can be calculated on the basis of the change in the shape of the cornea by the arithmetic means , the pressure of the air current blown against the eye need not be high , which lightens load on the subject . | 0Human Necessities
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this invention describes a system that plays back content based on in - vehicle function triggers . the invention may be used for a variety of applications . in one example , the control unit ties to the remote keyless entry system and uses the vehicle signal to the function as playback trigger for the content . in - vehicle subsystems such as warning and information signals or other systems with manual triggers like the rke system may also be tied to the vehicle unit to trigger content playback . content delivery scenarios provide secure and robust transmission from an original source to the vehicle unit . the vehicle unit stores the content in an on - board storage . content loading and operation of the system is configured using a computer or handheld device . | 7Electricity
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a spreadable , flowable and greaseless cosmetic coverup composition which includes a relatively large amount of pigment and a mixture of two alkoxylated surfactants . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a process is provided for preparing preferred iron humate products . the preferred iron humate products provide iron and other nutrients and organic matter for vegetation . the preferred iron humate products are produced by using an iron salt coagulant that is relatively free of heavy metal contaminants and reacting the iron salt coagulant with naturally occurring humic substances such as those found in natural surface waters used in drinking water treatment facilities . according to the invention , iron is stoichiometrically reacted at a controlled ph with the humic and fulvic acid fractions in the water to precipitate an iron humate product precipitate . a preferred concentration of iron salt coagulants is used in order to minimize the formation of iron hydroxides which generally provide low iron availability to the plant . a more readily soluble iron humate complex is produced by the reacting and or blending of the iron humate residue with various nitrogen containing sources . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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an apparatus for providing remote answering of a doorbell includes a circuit for receiving a doorbell signal indicative that a doorbell switch has been actuated . an autodialing circuit is coupled to and responsive to the receiving circuit and a telephone line for dialing a telephone number responsive to the doorbell signal . an alerting circuit generates an alert signal to be transmitted over the telephone line to the telephone number dialed by the autodialing circuit , so that the alert signal may alert a party answering the remote telephone to the fact that the party is responding to a doorbell rather than a normal telephone call . an audio speaker is physically situated near the doorbell switch , for reproducing audio signals from the telephone line which are generated at the remote telephone . an audio microphone is also physically situated near the doorbell switch , for generating electrical signals responsive to sounds made near the doorbell switch and transmitting the signals to the telephone line to the remote telephone . the apparatus further includes a switching network for coupling the door speaker and microphone to a local telephone set and a remote telephone set selectively in any combination . | 7Electricity
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a data processor and method of controlling the performance of a data processor are provided . the data processor includes a memory that is operable to store at least two of the application programs and that can be executed on the data processor . a performance module is operable to monitor a performance flag and output a stop command as a function of the presence of the performance flag , wherein the performance module generates a command that terminates at least one of the application programs as a function of the outputting of a stop command . | 6Physics
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a method of manufacturing a thin film electronic device comprises applying a first plastic coating directly to a rigid carrier substrate and forming thin film electronic elements over the first plastic coating . a second plastic coating is applied over the thin film electronic elements with electrodes on top , with a portion lying directly over the associated electronic element , spaced by the second plastic coating . the rigid carrier substrate is released from the first plastic coating , by a laser release process . this method enables traditional materials to be used as the base for the electronic element manufacture , for example thin film transistors . the second plastic coating can form part of the known field shielded pixel technology . | 7Electricity
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a tensile switchable supporting frame is provided . the supporting frame with an adjustable tensile structure includes at least two elastic modules , which are composed of a plurality of tension springs to achieve the objective of multi - stage adjustment . according to the weight of the loaded device , the user is capable of selecting the suitable elastic module to appropriately activate the amount of tension springs . the proper tension also provides the user with a better operative experience . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention provides a viscous salad dressing formulated with microparticulated protein which serves as a replacement for all or part of the fat and / or oil normally found in a viscous salad dressing . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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apparatus is disclosed for producing a test signal having a predetermined amount of distortion , including a first pulse generator for producing a plurality of first pulses , a distortion pulse generator for producing a plurality of distortion pulses , and an adder circuit for adding the first and distortion pulses to produce a composite signal having a main portion of amplitude and shape identical to the first pulse and to which is added at least one of the distortion pulses . | 7Electricity
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a hanger clip assembly for use in releasably securing an article to a support structure includes a clip unit and a resilient cord unit . the clip unit is a clamp assembly configured to releasably secure the article to the hanger clip assembly . the cord unit defines a closed loop that extends from the clip unit and permits the hanger clip assembly to be releasably secured to any existing support structure . | 3Textiles; Paper
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a concealed object detection system for detecting objects concealed on a person includes radar transponders that are each configured and positioned to direct a radar signal at a person and to detect a portion of the radar signal reflected by the person . a processor connected to the radar transponders processes the portions of the radar signals detected by the radar transponders to determine whether the person is carrying a concealed object . the system may produce a real - time alert , such as an audible alert , when a concealed object is detected . | 7Electricity
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a photoelectric focus detecting member includes a semiconductor substrate of a first polarity and at least two closely transversely spaced parallel longitudinally extending photosensitive laminae of a polarity opposite to the first polarity to form corresponding photodiodes . each of the photosensitive laminae is masked to provide regularly spaced light receiving areas alternating with masked areas , the light receiving areas of successive transversely spaced photodiodes being relatively longitudinally offset to present a checkered pattern . the detecting element is positioned in the focal plane of a lens and is either stationary or oscillated . the difference in potential between the diodes or the amplitude of the ac current in a circuit including the photodiodes is a function of the condition of focus of the lens . | 6Physics
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for the transport of blank stacks to a packaging machine , there are re - usable cassettes which have chambers for receiving a multiplicity of blank stacks . the cassettes are filled with the blank stacks in a paper factory and are emptied in the region of the packaging machine . the cassettes are designed so that several emptied cassettes can be nested in one another and returned as a space - saving unit to the paper factory . furthermore , the cassettes are designed so that they can be transported by overhead conveyors and supported on downwardly directed carrier arms which include horizontally directed carrier spars having a step - shaped configuration which also accommodates different sizes of material reels associated with the packaging machine . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method of making circular and oval flanged rings , for the connection of thin walled circular and oval ducting , including circular and oval flanged rings having a sheet metal and air conditioning contractors national association standard t 24 profile . thin gauge lock form quality steel , from 10 to 20 gauge , is cut into strips with the strip ends butt welded forming flanged ring band stock which is inserted and clamped into a spinning die . the spinning die is rotated by a horizontally configured lathe output shaft presenting the extended portion of the flanged ring band stock for machine tool forming . standard machine tools are used to form the flanged ring band stock into a circular flanged ring including the smacna t 24 flanged ring profile . a circular flanged ring is cut along a diameter into semi - circular flanged ring portions ; straight segments including segments with smacna t 24 linear segments are roll formed , assembled into a oval shape within a fixture and welded forming the oval flanged ring . the method of making and the circular and oval flanged rings are disclosed . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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resistive cross point memory devices are provided , along with methods of manufacture and use . the memory device comprises an active layer of perovskite material interposed between upper electrodes and lower electrodes . a bit region located within the active layer at the cross point of an upper electrode and a lower electrode has a resistivity that can change through a range of values in response to application of one , or more , voltage pulses . voltage pulses may be used to increase the resistivity of the bit region , decrease the resistivity of the bit region , or determine the resistivity of the bit region . memory circuits are provided to aid in the programming and read out of the bit region . | 6Physics
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a power and signal distribution system comprises a converter unit connected to a plurality of control units . the converter unit and the control units are arranged in areas difficult to access , for instance on the sea bed . the converter unit is connected to a remote monitoring and supplying device via at least one cable connection . each control unit has assigned thereto at least one production apparatus for crude oil or natural gas corresponding gate valves , chokes , biops , actuators . in some embodiments , the power and signal distribution system the converter unit comprises a data separation device and a voltage converter . the converted voltage from the voltage converter is transmitted together with data / signals from the converter unit to at least one of the control units . | 7Electricity
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a sound - insulating curtain includes a sound - absorbing core formed by laminating porous sheets and films , is covered by covers , and sewn in an integrated manner . even after being integrally laminated , adjacently laminated layers are not excessively restrained in places other than sewn areas , and therefore displacement and deformation between layers caused by sound pressure can be tolerated . sound absorption effects are appropriately produced by each layer , which tolerates such displacement and deformation , while reliably maintaining integrity during handling . thus , the entire curtain maintains the ability to absorb sounds , efficiently attenuates noise that attempts to pass through the curtain , and suppresses the transmission of noise , thereby enabling noise to be reliably prevented from passing through the curtain . | 6Physics
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this invention helps improve the precision of data mining . this information processing device is provided with the following : a function - defining means that defines a new function by composing a plurality of functions ; an attribute - generating means that applies said new function to an attribute to generate a new attribute that is the result of applying that function to that attribute ; and a determining means that inputs the new attribute to an analysis engine , which executes an analysis process on the basis of the attribute , and determines whether or not information outputted by said analysis engine satisfies a prescribed requirement . | 6Physics
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the invention contemplates a self - contained unit wherein a continuous flow of contaminated liquid , such as steam - plant condensate recycled as feedwater , may be processed on an on - line basis through a replaceable demineralizing resin bed and through a replaceable filter cartridge . the disclosed configuration incorporates two cylindrical chambers within a single housing . flow for demineralizing purposes is directed downwardly through the resin bed in the space between chambers , and the thus - demineralized flow is then directed upward through the filter cartridge in the inner chamber . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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methods for connection parts of a mast of a drilling rig without using a crane or other lifting machine are disclosed . in certain aspects , these methods include moving parts of a mast to be assembled with trucks and positioning the parts with the trucks to facilitate their connection . this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure and is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims , 37 c . f . r . 1 . 72 . | 4Fixed Constructions
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an apparatus for insertion between a masonry element at least partially defining a perimeter of an opening in an architectural structure and a frame surrounding the perimeter and having at least one surface includes a sponge structure adapted to rest against the frame and having at least one surface . the apparatus further includes a rigid member affixed to the sponge structure and adapted to rest against the masonry element and a coupling element affixed to the sponge structure and adapted to be coupled to a surface of the frame . in another aspect of this embodiment , the surface of the sponge structure is adapted to adhere to a sealant . the sponge structure may include closed cell blended epdm neoprene . | 4Fixed Constructions
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a multiple device fixture , used in conjunction with a temperature forcing unit , provides flow and direction control of conditioned air from the temperature forcing unit to two or more integrated circuits during temperature testing or characterization . the multiple device fixture provides an efficient way to temperature test multiple electronic devices simultaneously over accurately controlled temperature ranges when an automated device handler is not available , does not exist for a specific package type or is too expensive . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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an automated name searching system incorporates an automatic name classifier and a multi - path architecture in which different algorithms are applied based on cultural identity of the query name . the name classifier operates with a preemptive list , analysis of morphological elements , length , and linguistic rules . a name regularizer produces a character based computational representation of the name . a pronunciation equivalent representation such as an ipa language representation , and language specific rules to generate name searching keys , are used in a first pass to eliminate database entries which are obviously not matches for the query name . the methods can also be implemented as a callable set of library routines including an intelligent preprocessor and a name evaluator that produces a score comparing a query name and database name , based on a variety of user - adjustable parameters . the user - controlled parameters permit tuning of the search methodologies for specific custom applications . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a photoconductor has an active layer of gallium nitride having approximately 10 15 to 5 × 10 15 net donor sites per cubic centimeter and is sensitive to uv radiation . this photoconductor has at least one of a sheet resistance in the approximate range of 10 4 to 5 × 10 6 ohms / unit area and a relatively low level of photoluminescence in the range from about 430 - 450 nm when excited with light of energy higher than the bandgap energy of 3 . 4 ev . these criteria tend to define similar semiconductor materials which can form the active layer of an ultraviolet photodetector having the improved characteristics of a relatively low dark resistance , high sensitivity over at least a range of uv radiation intensity , and decreasing gain with increasing uv radiation . | 7Electricity
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a writing utensil carrying assembly for coupling writing utensils to a book or a user &# 39 ; s arm includes a holder to contain a plurality of the writing utensils . a strap is coupled to the holder and the strap may be wrapped around an object to retain holder on the object . a first coupler and a second coupler are each coupled to the strap and the first coupler engages the second coupler . | 0Human Necessities
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the present invention provides a wireless temperature and humidity sensor and system , and measurement method . the wireless temperature and humidity sensor comprises a substrate , a feeding network , an antenna and surface acoustic wave resonators , wherein the surface acoustic wave resonators are fed by said feeding network through said antenna . said surface acoustic wave resonator comprises a reference resonator and measuring resonators . the resonant frequency difference between said reference resonator and said measuring resonators is used to modulate the temperature and / or humidity to be measured . said system can monitor both temperature and humidity simultaneously , or monitor humidity or temperature selectively . furthermore , frequency drift caused by aging of the sensor material and the connector is effectively suppressed by the differential modulation , thereby improving long - term stability of measurement and avoiding recalibration . | 6Physics
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a street graphic cage for a post top light wherein the cage is installed around a globe positioned on said post . the street graphic cage has an upper frame element defining a plurality of panel apertures . the panel apertures receive translucent panels therein such that they may be backlit and illuminated . the panels are readily removable without entry into the globe or electrical system of the post top light and may contain user defined indicia thereon . the upper frame element may also have a plurality of logo block apertures which can receive either translucent logo blocks or decorative die - cast aluminum blocks . the cage may also have a lower circular frame element for affixing the cage to the post top light below the globe . | 8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
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a method for isolating 32 from a crude mixture containing hcl and an azeotropic mixture of 32 and hf is provided without the need to isolate any hf azeotrope . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a shoe lace arrangement with fastener where a lace is engaged in a hole attachment and becomes engaged on a groove attachment as it crosses over a shoe frontal opening . the lace ends are tied permanently leaving enough slack to disengage the lace from the groove . once the lace is removed from the groove , a lace loop begins in one of the hole attachment and ends in one of the hole attachment on the same side of the shoe frontal opening ; thus allowing the un - restricted opening of the shoe . the slack is adjustable by lace placement in a grove . final tension in the shoe lace arrangement is obtained with a tension lever . | 0Human Necessities
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a valve timing control system for an internal combustion engine which is capable of making an actual intake / exhaust valve timing resume speedily rapidly to a desired valve timing with high accuracy to thereby prevent degradation of exhaust gas quality includes a desired valve timing arithmetic means for determining desired valve timings for an intake valve and an exhaust valve , respectively , in dependence on an engine operation state , a variable valve timing mechanism for changing open / close timings of the valves , respectively , an actual valve timing detecting means for detecting actual valve timings , respectively , of the valves , an actual valve timing control means for generating a control quantity for the variable valve timing mechanism , and a learning means for learning a most retarded valve timing as a learned value . the detected value of the actual valve timing which is detected at a timing retarded more than the timing indicated by the learned value is reflected in the learned value in the course of operation of the engine . | 5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
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the present invention relates to a process for producing a bioreactor using viable immobilized biological material and to the bioreactor itself . more particularly , the present invention relates to a process for producing a siliceous layer capable of biomass immobilization and selectively cutting off macromolecules having a molecular weight higher than a selected threshold , comprising the steps of : a ) supplying a gas flow of a gas carrier saturated by a mixture of silicon alkoxides selected from the group comprising si 4 , sih 3 , r ′ si 3 and r ′ sih 2 wherein r and r ′, equal or different each other , are alkyl and / or aryl groups , wherein said gas flow is prepared by bubbling the gas carrier into a liquid mixture of said alkoxides in the ratio of 40 – 85 / 0 – 60 / 0 – 60 / 0 – 60 , preferably in the ratio of 40 – 85 / 0 – 50 / 0 – 50 / 0 – 50 , more preferably in the ratio of 50 – 80 / 0 – 20 / 5 – 30 / 5 – 30 , at a temperature of from 20 to 180 ° c ., preferably of from 20 to 100 ° c ., and b ) exposing a support comprising a biomass to the gas flow of step a ), wherein said selected threshold of molecular weight is chosen in the range of between 10 , 000 dalton and 150 , 000 dalton and wherein the ratio between the , , and si derivatives in step a ) is chosen as a function of the molecular weight of the macromolecules to be cut off . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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a tuning circuit for a high frequency receiver in which the received frequency is determined by a voltage - controlled oscillator , the present tuning frequency is indicated by a counter connected to the oscillator and producing a representation of each digit of the decimal number identifying the current received frequency , representations of the digits of the number identifying the desired received frequency are fed in via a keyboard , and the decimal number representations are compared in a comparator to produce a control voltage that brings the oscillator frequency to the desired value , and in which the comparator is capable of comparing only one digit of the number representations at a time and receives the digits of corresponding significance in sequence , starting with the most significant digit , and the rate at which the control voltage is varied is made inversely proportional to the number of changes in the direction of the inequality of the digits of one of the number representations being compared relative to the corresponding digits of the other number representation being compared . | 7Electricity
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the present invention discloses a novel saponification process for the isolation and purification of highly pure carotenoids from different carotenoid rich oleoresin derived from plants and microorganisms without the use of toxic chemicals and hazardous solvents . the hydrolysis is carried out by treating the carotenoid rich oleoresin with a novel mixture of a fatty alcohol , alkali and a fatty acid without the use of any other solvents . further the invention explains a process of stabilizing the carotenoids from getting degraded due to high temperature and exposure time during the saponification process . further the invention discloses an economically viable process of isolating high pure carotenoids with higher yield . | 2Chemistry; Metallurgy
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tamper - resistance of spice container closures and containers is provided through use of tamper - evident and tamper - resistant elements . a spice container package includes a container , a closure and a tear strip , with the tear strip being joined to the closure by a first hinge , and joined to the container by a second hinge . the container includes a side wall . the closure includes a base and a cover , with the base including at least one dispensing port and the cover including at least one flap removably covering the at least one dispensing port . the first hinge connects the tear strip to the cover of the closure . the closure and the container may be integrally molded together as a single plastic component piece . | 1Performing Operations; Transporting
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