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an improved cemetery experience , whereby the cemetery and accompanying facilities may celebrate and demonstrate the passion and hobbies of the deceased individual , such as a love of special venues , e . g ., amusement and entertainment venues . the contemplated themed cemetery may be a stand - alone cemetery that celebrates a common passion of a plurality of individuals , yet still maintains the traditional burial and memorialization process . the themed cemetery memorializes a specific event or a loved location and provides enjoyment to individuals having a common interest with an opportunity for burial and / or memorial with a common theme . the themed cemetery comprises a visual and physical replica of a venue , such as a entertainment facility , e . g ., grauman &# 39 ; s chinese theatre , the hollywood bowl , the hollywood palladium , disneyland , the walt disney concert hall , the greek theatre , cesar &# 39 ; s palace , the mgm grand hotel , the bellagio , and the like . the themed cemetery is configured to providing space for the deceased while also providing income and revenue by way of advertising for a cemetery operator , a franchisor , and / or a franchisee . | 4 |
an ejection seat arm flail injury prevention apparatus comprises a pair of rigid support arms on each side of the ejection seat that deploy outwardly to support a semi - rigid backstop substantially behind the ejection seat occupant . when the ejection seat is propelled out of the aircraft and is subjected to the windblast , the occupant &# 39 ; s arms are allowed to flail in a rearward direction in the windblast until the occupant &# 39 ; s arms impact the semi - rigid backstop . the backstop is semi - rigid in that it deforms sufficiently to enable the rearward motion of the occupant &# 39 ; s arms to be arrested without impact injury , yet is sufficiently rigid to prevent the occupant &# 39 ; s arms from rebounding off the backstop or striking the rigid support arms . | 1 |
a method of generating a composite signal in a closed loop servo signal system of a data recording system used to drive a recording head to any given position within a dynamic range of a servo tracks includes an optical pickup system for generating optical spots focused on a recording medium , the spots separated by equal distances across a track , the optical pickup system receiving a set of reflectances from the spots , a media system for providing the servo tracks responsive to optical spot illumination , an electric system for generating a set of filtered signals from the reflectances and for generating a set of s - curves by pair wise subtraction of the filtered signals , a processing system to generate a composite servo position signal from the s - curves and filtered reflectances , and a servo system for driving the recording head to a desired position by comparing the desired position to a measured position from the composite servo position . | 6 |
The mass-accretion rate, Ṁ<SUB>acc</SUB>, is a crucial parameter for the study of the evolution of accretion disks around young low-mass stellar objects (YSOs) and for planet formation studies. The Taurus star forming region (SFR) is rich in pre-main sequence stars, most of them of the T Tauri class. A variety of methodologies have been used in the past to measure mass accretion in samples of YSOs in Taurus, but despite being a general benchmark for star formation studies, a comprehensive and systematic analysis of the Taurus T Tauri population, where the stellar and accretion properties are derived homogeneously and simultaneously, is still missing. As part of the GIARPS High-resolution Observations of T Tauri stars (GHOsT) project, here we present a pilot study of the stellar and accretion properties of seven YSOs in Taurus using the spectrograph GIARPS at the Telescopio Nazionale Galileo. Contemporaneous low-resolution spectroscopic and photometric ancillary observations allow us to perform an accurate flux calibration of the high-resolution spectra. The simultaneity of the high-resolution, wide-band spectroscopic observations, from the optical to the near-infrared (NIR), the veiling measurements in such wide spectral range, and many well-calibrated emission line diagnostics allows us to derive the stellar and accretion properties of the seven YSOs in a homogeneous and self-consistent way. The procedures and methodologies presented here will be adopted in future works for the analysis of the complete GHOsT data set. We discuss the accretion properties of the seven YSOs in comparison with the 90% complete sample of YSOs in the Lupus SFR and investigate possibilities for the origin of the continuum excess emission in the NIR. <P />Based on observations made with the GIARPS instrument at the Telescopio Nazionale Galileo under program A36TAC_22 (PI: Antoniucci). | 9 |
various optical isolator embodiments are disclosed . embodiments comprise a waveguide section utilizing materials that induce a propagation constant shift that is propagation - direction - dependent . embodiments are characterized by a cutoff frequency for forward propagating waves that is different than the cutoff frequency for reverse waves . a particular embodiment is constructed as a single - mode waveguide on a substrate . the cross - section of the waveguide is inhomogeneous in terms of materials . this inhomogeneity induces a propagation constant shift , which is propagation - direction - dependent . this device works as an optical isolator from the cut - off frequency of the lowest forward wave to one for the lowest reverse wave . various configurations consistent with the principles of the invention are disclosed . | 6 |
a pull - behind floor finish applicator wherein a peristaltic pump is employed in conjunction with disposable conduit tubing obviate any clean up of the pump . this applicator is adaptable to receiving bag in the box floor finish , thus reducing cleaning time . the applicator employs a minimum number of disposable parts thus making it economical to produce . a mop is employed to apply floor finish to easily accessible areas in one instance , yet allows the mop to be used independently for application of floor finish to not so easily accessible areas . | 0 |
provided is an apparatus and method for detecting a state of a device such as a meter or appliance and transmitting to a remote location a particular tone or tones corresponding to the detected state . the transmission is initiated either by a predetermined series of tones from the remote location to the apparatus or by changing conditions within the device . the claimed subject matter enables a service provider to detect a service outage , the scope of the outage and the resumption of service . | 7 |
a sensor adapted for measuring acceleration , the sensor including a light source for illuminating an optical cavity ; the optical cavity oriented for receiving light from the source , the optical cavity comprising a quality factor greater than or equal to about 10 , 000 ; and a photodetector for measuring a resonant frequency of light emitted from the optical cavity . | 6 |
poly are prepared by an improved process which makes it possible to directly esterify terephthalic acid and 1 , 4 - butanediol without excessive loss of the diol reactant to side reactions . in the process , the conditions are controlled to promote rapid removal of the water as formed . it is also advantageous to minimize the contact time between 1 , 4 - butanediol and terephthalic acid . illustratively , 1 , 4 - butanediol will be heated to 175 °- 275 ° c ., terephthalic acid is gradually added , and byproduct water is removed as formed . in another embodiment , a mixture of terephthalic acid and an excess of 1 , 4 - butanediol is heated and byproduct water is removed by entrainment in the excess 1 , 4 - butanediol distilled from the reaction zone . | 2 |
a cell configuration method and system and a channel allocation method for the system are disclosed for minimizing the influence of intercell interference between cells in a mobile communication system capable of providing a mobile subscriber with a stable communication service , by determining a number of safety channels to be assigned to each of the plurality of cells , and providing the adjacent cells around the serving cell with at least one additional shared safety channel other than the safety channel originally assigned to the each cell . | 7 |
a portable mass storage device for use in two factor authentication systems and methods . a secure portable mass storage device protects content from being freely copied with security mechanisms and firmware . the security functionality also protects confidential user credentials and passwords , as well as algorithms and seeds needed for two factor authentication or asymmetric authentication methods . a client application residing in the mass storage device acts as both a password manager and an authentication manager that seamlessly performs the authentication procedures in the background while signing a user into various institutions of his choosing . a very high level of security is integrated into a mass storage device the user has for purposes other than two factor authentication , and the convenience of highly secure password management also comes in a convenient pocket sized package easy for the user to transport . this facilitates the acceptance of two factor authentication , and increases security for a wide variety of online transactions . | 7 |
the invention relates to applying novel photo polymers based on special urethane acrylates as writing monomers in printing methods which are suitable for producing holographic media , in particular for the visual display of images . | 8 |
We compute cosmic microwave background (CMB) anisotropy constraints on exotic forms of energy injection in electromagnetic (e.m.) channels over a large range of timescales. We show that these constraints are very powerful around or just after recombination, although CMB keeps some sensitivity e.g. to decaying species with lifetimes as long as 10<SUP>25</SUP> s. These bounds are complementary to CMB spectral distortions and primordial nucleosynthesis ones, which dominate at earlier timescales, as we also review here. For the first time, we describe the effects of the e.m. energy injection on the CMB power spectra as a function of the injection epoch, using the lifetime of a decaying particle as proxy. We also identify a suitable on-the-spot approximation, that can be used to derive accurate constraints, and describe its differences with the most up-to-date treatment. Our results are of interest not only for early universe relics constituting (a fraction of) the dark matter, but also for other exotic injection of e.m. radiation. For illustration, we apply our formalism to: i) Primordial black holes of mass 10<SUP>13.5</SUP> g lesssim M lesssim 10<SUP>16.8</SUP> g, showing that the constraints are comparable to the ones obtained from gamma-ray background studies and even dominate below ~ 10<SUP>14</SUP> g. ii) To a peculiar mass-mixing range in the sterile neutrino parameter space, complementary to other astrophysical and laboratory probes. iii) Finally, we provide a first estimate of the room for improvement left for forthcoming 21 cm experiments, comparing it with the reach of proposed CMB spectral distortion (PiXiE) and CMB angular power spectrum (CORE) missions. We show that the best and most realistic opportunity to look for this signal (or to improve over current constraints) in the 21 cm probe is to focus on the Cosmic Dawn epoch, 15 lesssim z lesssim 30, where the qualitatively unambiguous signature of a spectrum in emission can be expected for models that evade all current constraints. | 9 |
a clip , clip applier and method for ligating a tissue structure is provided . the applier has a two stage actuation . in the first stage , a tissue structure is positioned into the jaws of the clip applier the jaws close and lock to a preset force to compress and temporarily occlude the tissue structure . if satisfactorily positioned , the second stage is initiated in which a clip is advanced through the shaft of the clip applier in a closed position . at the distal end of the clip applier , the clip is opened slightly to capture the pre - compressed tissue structure , and is placed over the structure . the clip is then dissociated from the business end of the instrument . preferably the clip comprises two leg members disposed in close proximity to one another joined from opposing directions by a connecting element . the connecting element restricts separation of the leg members with opposing spring members so as to provide substantially uniform parallel deflection of the leg members from each other . | 0 |
Tonic provides popular datasets and transformations for spike-based/event-based data. The aim is to deliver all this using an intuitive interface. The package is modeled after PyTorch Vision without depending on it to give you the flexibility to use other frameworks as well. Spike-based datasets are published in numerous data formats, scattered around the web and containing different data such as events, images, inertial measurement unit readings and many more. Tonic tries to streamline the download, manipulation and loading of such data, to give you more time to work on the important things. In addition to downloading datasets, you can also apply custom transforms to events and images to pre-process data before you feed them to your algorithm. | 9 |
the present invention provides disazo reactive dyestuffs containing the quaternary group compounds of the general formula wherein r , 0 ˜ 3 , 0 ˜ 3 , y 1 and y 2 are defined the same as the specification . the dyes of the invention are distinguished by high fixation and a very good build - up . they are distinguished also by high washing off and a low nylon stain , and they have fiber - reactive properties and are very highly suitable for dyeing and printing of materials containing either cellulose fibers , such as cotton , synthetic cotton , hemp , and synthetic hemp , or amide containing fibers such as wool and nylon . | 2 |
an exercise staff is comprised of two half staffs which can be coupled together . each half staff includes a handle portion and a base portion , connected by a spring . an inner cylinder connected to the handle portion has an l - shaped groove with an axial segment . a pin in the base portion engages the groove and when the pin is in the axial portion of the groove , the handle and base portions may be separated with resistance by the spring . the handle portion is adapted to receive inserts of varying weights to modify the mass of the staff in use . | 0 |
a junction assembly with leak detection means comprising a pair of mating surfaces forming the junction of two fluid conduits , means forming an annular containment chamber in at least one of the surfaces circumscribing the conduit passageway , a pair of spaced apart o - ring seals respectively disposed on opposite sides of the containment chamber , a fluid sensor extending into the containment chamber for sensing the presence of unwanted fluids therein due to the failure of an o - ring seal and a control system for responding to an output signal generated by the sensor to deactivate the system in the event of failure . | 8 |
a sprite engine or compositor that is well - adapted to a variety ofadaptable to a host platforms and that minimizes the amount of drawing that occurs on a refresh of a framebuffer display area . the invention exploits the host platform &# 39 ; s abilities to perform both back - to - front and front - to - back drawing algorithms , where the choice of algorithm used depends upon whether a sprite is opaque or transparent . each sprite registers itself with a sprite engine , identifying whether or not the sprite is wholly opaque or notis transparent , the bounding area of the sprite , and the function that the sprite uses to draw . the function can be the drawing routine that is available from the host platform or operating system . the sprite engine keeps track of the z position of each sprite and examines each sprite to determine if the sprite overlaps a particular region that needs to be refreshed . sprites that are rectangular and opaque are considered special cases that can be easily drawn using athe host platform &# 39 ; s front - to - back drawing algorithm . in a top - down manner , by z position , all sprites that are opaque are allowed to draw . all other kinds of sprites are drawn in a back - to - front manner . when a transparent sprite is found , the sprite engine searches the remaining sprites in a bottom - up manner and draws the sprites with a z position below the transparent sprite , finishing with the transparent sprite , using a back - to - front algorithm in the remaining region . | 6 |
a container for disks has an improved latching mechanism . the container comprises a cassette with sidewalls with slots for holding disks in an axial arrangement , two opposite end walls each have a u - shaped recess extending downwardly from the open top , a top cover with a rectangular top portion and two end portions extend downwardly to cover the u - shaped recess . the top cover latches to the cassette by way of a latching mechanism which includes a living hinge , an extension portion , and a hook portion all on each end portion . the hook portion cooperates and engages with a cooperative catch member on the cassette . the extension member is under tension to secure the top cover in place . in an alternate embodiment , recesses on the extension portion connect to nubs on the cassettes or on the bottom cover to secure the top cover in place . | 8 |
the present invention provides rice brown planthopper resistance gene bph14 . it has a nucleotide sequence as shown in seq id no : 1 and its cdna sequence is shown in seq id no : 2 . the bph14 gene in the present invention belongs to the cc - nbs - lrr gene family , its coded protein is related to plant disease resistance . bph14 gene has the function of resisting brown planthopper . by introducing bph14 gene into ordinary rice variety through genetic transformation and cross breeding , the brown planthopper resistance of rice can be increased , so that the harm caused by brown planthopper can be alleviated and the aim of increasing and stabilizing production can be achieved . | 8 |
a method and means for evaluating transponder reply signals in a secondary radar system to differentiate valid replies from false replies . transponder reply signals received by the interrogating radar are decoded to establish conformity with an established format . all decoded replies to a succession of n interrogation signals are stored in their order of reception in an array of n shift registers . a reply filter is associated with each of the n shift registers . the reply filters operate in parallel to scan the stages of each associated shift register . a unary adder provides the number m of replies detected by the reply filters at each scan step . reply decision means selects a threshold value that is dependent upon operating conditions of the radar and generates a valid reply signal whenever the value m equals or exceeds the selected threshold value . | 6 |
apparatus for coupling a tool holder to a machine tool spindle wherein the tool holder is fitted to a coupling interposed between the tool holder and the spindle . the coupling and the tool holder have separable fasteners for separably joining the tool holder and coupling together . the coupling can accommodate tool holders having dissimilar fasteners and the tool holder can be fitted to couplings having dissimilar fasteners . | 8 |
a system and method for generating analog - digital mixed chaotic signal and an encryption communication method thereof are provided . in the system and method , the complementarity between continuous chaotic systems and digital chaotic systems are reasonably utilized . in specific , the digital chaotic systems , which are separated from each other , control the local continuous chaotic systems respectively , so as to enable the continuous chaotic systems , which are also separated from each other , to stably and synchronously work for a long time . thus , there is no need to transmit the synchronizing signal , and as a result the anti - attack capability is increased effectively . further , the continuous chaotic systems disturb the local digital chaotic systems to prevent the digital chaotic systems from degradation . this compensates the drawbacks of digital chaotic systems . | 7 |
described are methods and apparatus , including computerized methods and computer program products , for signal testing for a long - only portfolio . the methodology can be used for assessing the efficacy of a strategy for selecting securities in a long - only portfolio , and the strategy can be implemented to construct a revised long - only portfolio . the signal testing methodology can take into account the position and / or return of securities that do not have either a positive or negative attribute as well . | 6 |
a coin releasing device of a coin stacking machine , including a rotary mechanism and a transmission mechanism locked therewith . the rotary mechanism is rotated to drive a transmission plate of the transmission mechanism , whereby the pushing plates on two sides of the transmission plate can stack and push out the coins . | 6 |
a dual actuator arm assembly system that uses two pairs of actuator - carriage arms that linearly move over a stationary micro - rail independently . the geometric shape of the two pairs of actuator carriage arms conform to the arcs of the data tracks at an acute angle . system enables micro - actuation that is integrated to actuator arm and is a function of its geometry . uninterrupted data stream and sector coverage and thus parallel data transfer scheme is made possible . each actuator move only within a limited range of disk area , thus precision is increased , vibration is minimized and external transfer rate is speeded up and overall access time is shortened . instant access to two quarters of the disk with two pairs of actuators and to park these without landing the heads — by positioning and constant fly height during idle mode , or when system is turned off , are introduced as what are new in the art . | 6 |
an image forming device includes a storage unit that stores a program to use the device itself as image data of a virtual recording medium ; and a controller including : a detecting unit that detects connection of another device using the device itself ; a transmitting unit that transmits , if the connection is detected by the detecting unit , discriminates an information of the device itself to another device using the device itself ; a receiving unit that receives a response information based on the discriminating information ; and wherein another device using the device itself is available to access the image data of the virtual recording medium on the basis of the response information . | 6 |
this invention provides a logic block comprising an mxn array of partial calculating circuits operable to generate partial product components of an m - bit multiplicand x n - bit multiplicand binary multiplication and to generate a cumulative sum of the partial products for each bit of one of the multiplicands . a configurable output circuit which is operable under the control of a configuration signal either to sum the cumulative sums of partial products generated by the partial calculating circuits so as to generate a product value , or to pass data representing the cumulative sums of the partial product components to partial calculating circuits within one or more further logic blocks . also provided is a logic circuit including two or more such logic blocks , data interconnections for data transfer between the logic blocks and control interconnections for control signal transfer to the logic blocks . | 6 |
a completely integrated and automated apparatus by which liquid sewage sludge from any sewage or waste treatment plant may be processed into a completely dry , pelletized and sterilized product of an organic nature containing nutrients valuable for the support of plant life . the apparatus involves one completely integrated and automated unit together with a control center by means of which electric circuits program each component of the apparatus to automatically regulate the operation of each component , so that no labor or other manpower is required in the operation , except for observation , lubrication , maintenance and repair of the various motors and machineries involved . | 2 |
the present invention relates generally to card games and specifically , card games played for monetary gain in casinos . the game is an improvement over the traditional method of playing blackjack or “ 21 ” in that it adds an incentive for a player to make a supplemental wager that also affects the betting strategy of the player . the supplemental wager will pay bonus money based on the value of the cards received from the dealer at the conclusion of the game . | 0 |
an integrated optical device for magneto - optical recording and / or reading employs elements that may be fabricated on a substrate using semiconductor manufacturing technology . such elements include , but are not limited to , a system of waveguides for transmitting light energy beams from lasers to end portions of the waveguides exposed to the outside of the substrate , and from those end portions to detectors , so that reading , writing , focusing , and tracking operations may be performed . the waveguide systems include , e . g ., polarization controllers and mode splitters . | 6 |
a method of forming circumferential grooves in pipe elements using opposed rollers to cold work the pipe elements determines the diameter of the groove while the pipe element is rotated between the rollers . a device for executing the method uses the instantaneous determinations of the groove depth in a feed - back loop to control the operation of the device and halt groove formation when the groove depth is within a specified tolerance . | 1 |
a surface treatment laser beam delivery and tracking system is provided . the laser generates laser light along a original beam path at an energy level suitable for treating a surface . an optical translator shifts the original beam path onto a resulting beam path . an optical angle adjuster changes the angle of the resulting beam path relative to the original beam path such that the laser light is incident on , and spatially distributed , the surface to be treated . a motion sensor transmits light energy to the surface and receives reflected light energy from the surface via the optical angle adjuster . the light energy transmitted by the motion sensor travels on a path that is parallel to the shifted beam as they travel through the optical angle adjuster . the reflected light energy is used by the motion sensor to detect movement of the surface relative to the original beam path and generate error control signals indicative of the movement . the optical angle adjuster is responsive to the error control signals to change the angle of the resulting beam path and the angle of the motion sensor &# 39 ; s light energy in correspondence with one another . in this way , the beam originating from the treatment laser and the light energy originating from the motion sensor track together with the surface movement . | 0 |
the present disclosure describes novel methods that can be utilized to choose , set up , open , and / or manage an online account at a financial institution . the present disclosure addresses prior art problems of online account opening by describing methods for automating key aspects of the account opening process for customers such as tailoring the presentation of information to the online customer based at least in part on the customer &# 39 ; s input , performing suitability checks for the customer based on online products chosen by the customer , presenting cross - sell products to the customer based on information known by the financial institution or currently received from the customer , and allowing a pending customer to complete the online application procedure in the absence of a confirmed identification of the online customer . | 6 |
Context. The interaction of expanding H II regions with their environmental clouds is one of the central questions driving the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) legacy program FEEDBACK. <BR /> Aims: We want to understand the interaction of the prototypical NGC 7538 H II region with the neighboring molecular cloud hosting several active star-forming regions. <BR /> Methods: Using the SOFIA, we mapped an area of ~210′<SUP>2</SUP> (~125 pc<SUP>2</SUP>) around NGC 7538 in the velocity-resolved ionized carbon fine-structure line [CII] at 1.9 THz (158 μm). Complementary observed atomic carbon [CI] at 492 GHz and high-J CO(8-7) data, as well as archival near- and far-infrared, cm continuum, CO(3-2), and HI data are folded into the analysis. <BR /> Results: The ionized carbon [CII] data reveal rich morphological and kinematic structures. While the overall morphology follows the general ionized gas that is also visible in the radio continuum emission, the channel maps show multiple bubble-like structures with sizes on the order of ~80-100″ (~1.0-1.28 pc). While at least one of them may be an individual feedback bubble driven by the main exciting sources of the NGC 7538 H II region (the O3 and O9 stars IRS6 and IRS5), the other bubble-like morphologies may also be due to the intrinsically porous structure of the H II region. An analysis of the expansion velocities around 10 km s<SUP>−1</SUP> indicates that thermal expansion is not sufficient but that wind-driving from the central O-stars is required. The region exhibits a general velocity gradient across, but we also identify several individual velocity components. The most blue-shifted [CII] component has barely any molecular or atomic counterparts. At the interface to the molecular cloud, we find a typical photon-dominated region (PDR) with a bar-shape. Ionized C<SUP>+</SUP>, atomic C<SUP>0</SUP> and molecular carbon CO show a layered structure in this PDR. The carbon in the PDR is dominated by its ionized C<SUP>+</SUP> form with atomic C<SUP>0</SUP> and molecular CO masses of ~0.45 ± 0.1 M<SUB>⊙</SUB> and ~1.2 ± 0.1 M<SUB>⊙</SUB>, respectively, compared to the ionized carbon C<SUP>+</SUP> in the range of 3.6−9.7 M<SUB>⊙</SUB>. This bar-shaped PDR exhibits a velocity-gradient across, indicating motions along the line of sight toward the observer. <BR /> Conclusions: Even if it is shown to be dominated by two nearby exciting sources (IRS6 and IRS5), the NGC 7538 H II region exhibits a diverse set of substructures that interact with each other as well as with the adjacent cloud. Compared to other recent [CII] observations of H II regions (e.g., Orion Veil, RCW120, RCW49), the bubble-shape morphologies revealed in [CII] emission that are indicative of expanding shells are recurring structures of PDRs. <P />Additional integrated maps and individual spectra are only available at the CDS via anonymous ftp to <A href="http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr">cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr</A> (ftp://130.79.128.5) or via <A href="http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr/viz-bin/cat/J/A+A/659/A77">http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr/viz-bin/cat/J/A+A/659/A77</A> <P />The [CII] 158 μm data are provided at the IRSA/IPAC Infrared science archive <A href="https://irsa.ipac.caltech.edu/Missions/sofia.html">https://irsa.ipac.caltech.edu/Missions/sofia.html</A>. | 9 |
the object of the invention is a procedure to signal , monitor and close action plans classified as improvable ; part of a production process ; and the resources for signalling , monitoring and terminating the improvement of industrial production processes , applicable to any industrial procedure involving persons , such as a factory , repair workshop , administrative system or a process in general ; and whose resources are constituted by a signalling panel divided into three zones , i . e . “ to be improved ”, “ improving ”, and the “ improved ” zones ; associated to the tokens , some keep on the panel and others on the element to be improved ; tokens to be writing with the action plans and saved in several boxes prepared for this purpose , to verify the result of actions undertaken at the time . | 6 |
a usb plug receptacle includes a connector substrate having a tongue portion having a first set of electrical contact pins disposed on a top surface of the tongue portion , a second set of a plurality of electrical pins disposed on a bottom surface of the tongue portion , a third set of electrical contact pins disposed on an opposite end of the tongue portion . the usb plug receptacle further includes a metal case made of a sheet of electrically conductive metal plate by blanking the sheet into a generally tubular shape to receive and enclose the connector substrate . when the connector substrate is inserted into the metal case , the third set of electrical contact pins are exposed outside of the metal case and the third set of electrical contact pins can be mounted on first and second sets of electrical contact pads of a printed circuit board assembly . | 7 |
A primary scientific goal of the future Habitable Worlds Observatory will be the direct detection and characterization of Earth-like planets. Estimates of the exoplanet yields for this concept will help guide mission design through detailed trade studies. It is therefore critical that yield estimation codes optimally adapt observations to the mission's performance parameters to ensure accurate trade studies. To aid in this, we implement wavelength optimization in yield calculations for the first time, allowing the yield code to determine the ideal detection and characterization bandpasses. We use this capability to confirm the observational wavelength assumptions made for the large UV/Optical/IR surveyor, design B (LUVOIR-B) study, namely that the optimum detection wavelength is 500 nm for the majority of targets and the optimum wavelength to detect water is near 1000 nm, given LUVOIR-B's assumed instrument performance parameters. We show that including the wavelength-dependent albedo of an Earth twin as a prior provides no significant benefit to the yields of exoEarth candidates and caution against tuning observations to modern Earth twins. We also show that coronagraphs whose inner working angles are similar to step functions may benefit from wavelength optimization and demonstrate how wavelength-dependent instrument performance can impact the optimum wavelengths for detection and characterization. The optimization methods we implement automate wavelength selection and remove uncertainties regarding these choices, helping to adapt the observations to the instrument's performance parameters. | 9 |
in accordance with the present invention novel polyurethane psas containing water soluble polymer additives have enhanced water uptake . the water soluble polymer additives suitable for use herein have a solubility parameter in poorly hydrogen - binding solvents in the range of from 8 - 10 . the water soluble polymers must also be free from moieties which will react with isocyanates . such psas retain their transparency and peel strength characteristics and can still be employed as relatively thin films while exhibiting only minimal swelling when in contact with moist environments . | 2 |
an optical communications system and method for point - to - point high bandwidth communications are disclosed . the system and method of the present invention employ intelligent , adaptive software to establish and maintain over time a communications link between two or more optical devices without the need for wiring or additional hardware . in one embodiment , beam position information is relayed between optical devices to maintain alignment of the beam . the use of weighted data quality measurements optimizes the acquisition and maintenance of the optical communications link . beam drift and movement are counteracted with the application of forces to one or more of the optical devices . the system is a cost - effective optical communications system capable of providing network connectivity in an enterprise environment ; ease of initial deployment ; adequate security ; safety ; ease of reconfiguration ; and useful communication range | 7 |
a method and apparatus for encoding and decoding high speed shared control channel data are disclosed . for part 1 data encoding , a mask may be generated using a wireless transmit / receive unit identity and a generator matrix with a maximum minimum hamming distance . for part 2 data encoding , cyclic redundancy check bits are generated based on part 1 data and part 2 data . the number of crc bits is less than the wtru id . the crc bits and / or the part 2 data are masked with a mask . the mask may be a wtru id or a punctured wtru id of length equal to the crc bits . the mask may be generated using the wtru id and a generator matrix with a maximum minimum hamming distance . the masking may be performed after encoding or rate matching . | 7 |
antibacterial peptides and their multimeric analogues , with a wide range of action and low haemolytic activity are described . in particular , the peptide molecules exhibit a high antimicrobial activity against numerous bacterial species , with reduced cytotoxicity and a low haemolysis rate . the molecules of the invention are advantageously usable as therapeutic agents and coadjutants against infections caused by strains that are resistant to common antibiotics . | 0 |
AI Toolkit for Healthcare Imaging | 9 |
line art on banknotes and the like is subtly altered to steganographically encode plural - bit digital information . for example , the lines &# 39 ; widths or spacings can be locally changed so as to slightly modulate the apparent luminance of the document . the encoded information can be decoded using suitably - equipped processing equipment and used to identify a document as a banknote . various anti - counterfeiting actions &# 39 ; can then be taken . | 6 |
a system for aligning a camera view and the illumination of a lighting fixture is disclosed . the system includes a camera contained with a housing and a lighting fixture that is pivotedly attached to the housing . an angle adjuster attached to a proximate end of each of the housing and the lighting fixture converts a linear movement to the adjuster into an angular adjustment of the lighting fixture with regard to an optical axis of a camera contained with the housing . in another aspect of the invention , the system of aligning a camera view and light fixture may be attached to a magnification lenswear and a focal point of the magnification lenswear may be aligned with the aligned camera view and the illumination of the lighting fixture . | 7 |
an apparatus for forming a beam in a base station is provided and includes a plurality of channel cards for processing and outputting signals to be transmitted to each channel ; a signal synthesizer / distributor for synthesizing the signals from the channel cards and compensating phases of the signals ; a channel controller for controlling beams of the signals from the signal synthesizer / distributor according to a demand of a mobile communication terminal and outputting the controlled beam signals ; a middle frequency generating block for receiving the signals from the channel controller and synthesizing the signals in each frequency to generate middle frequency signals ; a transmitter for converting the middle frequency signals received from the middle frequency generating block into signals in a transmitting band ; an rfb for amplifying the signals from the transmitter into signals in an output band and controlling phases of transmitting and receiving signals ; and an antenna connection block for switching the signals to corresponding antennas of the rfb so that beams can be generated . | 7 |
provided are a pin module and a universal serial bus device . the usb device includes : a substrate including a first side and a second side , the second side opposite to the first side ; at least one memory chip mounted on the first side of the substrate ; at least one controller chip mounted on the first side of the substrate ; a plurality of first planar electrodes formed on the second side of the substrate ; a plurality of second planar electrodes formed on the second side of the substrate ; and a sealing material housing the memory chip , the controller chip , the first planar electrodes , and the second planar electrodes , wherein the sealing material exposes one sides of the first planar electrodes and the second planar electrodes . | 7 |
disclosed is a computer - implemented method of designing a number of dental restorations for a patient , wherein the method includes : selecting a composed set of teeth including a number of teeth , where the number of teeth are arranged spatially relative to each other forming a high aesthetic composition ; applying the composed set of teeth to a virtual three dimensional representation of the patient &# 39 ; s present oral situation to obtain an initial set of teeth ; optionally modifying one or more parameters of one or more of the teeth in the initial set of teeth to obtain a finalized set of teeth . | 0 |
the present invention includes a method for producing individual folded labels incorporating a radio frequency device , the method comprising the steps of providing a ribbon of labels containing a woven logo or text . a carrier strip with a plurality of radio frequency devices spaced thereon is provided and the plurality of radio frequency devices are joined to the ribbon of labels . the ribbon of labels is then folded so as to form at least one folded portion . the folded ribbon is subjected to sufficient heat and pressure to set the at least one folded portion . the ribbon of labels is subdivided into individual folded labels . the present invention also relates to a label - making apparatus including a dispenser for a carrier strip having a plurality of radio frequency devices disposed thereon at spaced intervals . a mechanism linearly advances a ribbon of labels , the ribbon of labels containing a woven logo or text . means join the plurality of radio frequency devices with the ribbon of labels . a cutting station subdivides an individual label from the ribbon of labels and plurality of radio frequency devices . a sensor in communication with the linear advance mechanism controls the advance of a length of the ribbon of labels to provide proper spacing between the radio frequency devices , cut - edges and a logo on the label . the sensor can sense the position of the rf device or the logo or text of the ribbon of labels . | 1 |
a biopsy marking apparatus for placing a radiopaque marker at the location of a percutaneous biopsy . the biopsy marking apparatus comprises an introducer in combination with a radiopaque marker . the introducer ejects the radiopaque marker at the location of the biopsy . the introducer is configured to completely eject the radiopaque marker and prevent it from being subsequently drawn into the introducer as the introducer is removed from the biopsied tissue mass . the radiopaque marker has enhanced radiopaque characteristics and enhanced non - migration characteristics . | 0 |
an attenuating embedded phase shift photomask blank that produces a phase shift of the transmitted light is formed with an optically translucent film made of metal , silicon , nitrogen or metal , silicon , nitrogen and oxygen . a wide range of optical transmission is obtained by this process . a post deposition process is implemented to obtain the desired properties for use in industry . a special fabrication process for the sputter target is implemented to lower the defects of the film . | 6 |
The gravitational lens system PS J0147+4630 (Andromeda's Parachute) consists of four quasar images ABCD and a lensing galaxy. We obtained r-band light curves of ABCD in the 2017-2022 period from monitoring with two 2 m class telescopes. Applying state-of-the-art curve-shifting algorithms to these light curves led to measurements of time delays between images, and the three independent delays relative to image D are accurate enough to be used in cosmological studies (uncertainty of about 4%): Δt <SUB>AD</SUB> = -170.5 ± 7.0, Δt <SUB>BD</SUB> = -170.4 ± 6.0, and Δt <SUB>CD</SUB> = -177.0 ± 6.5 days, where image D is trailing all the other images. Our finely sampled light curves and some additional fluxes in the years 2010-2013 also demonstrated the presence of significant microlensing variations. From the measured delays relative to image D and typical values of the external convergence, recent lens mass models yielded a Hubble constant that is in clear disagreement with currently accepted values around 70 km s<SUP>-1</SUP> Mpc<SUP>-1</SUP>. We discuss how to account for a standard value of the Hubble constant without invoking the presence of an extraordinary high external convergence. | 9 |
a method of beacon rebroadcast for use in a packet - based , centrally - controlled , wireless network includes embedding auxiliary network information in a header portion of a packet transmitted over the network by a central controller ; receiving a packet having auxiliary network information therein by a device in the network ; rebroadcast , by the device in the network , of the packet having auxiliary network information therein in a predetermined time slot , wherein the predetermined time slot is predetermined by the central controller ; and receiving , by a device not already on the network , of the auxiliary network information bearing packet , thereby allowing the device not already on the network to join the network . | 7 |
a method and on board apparatus to recycle gasoline vapor emissions from the head space of a motor vehicle gasoline tank during refueling and operation of the vehicle . the apparatus comprises a canister to collect and store gasoline vapor from the head space and a vapor fan and sparger combination to retrieve vapor driven from the canister during a heating cycle and to dissolve the vapor in the liquid gasoline in the tank . the canister includes an adsorbent to separate the vapor from air and a vent valve to release air from the canister . inside the canister is a ceramic heater , a temperature sensor and an adsorbed vapor sensor . a water drain permits condensed moisture to be released from the canister . the sparger comprises a microscopically porous body having a plurality of relatively large blind passages therein , the sparger body being entirely immersed in the liquid gasoline . the method comprises collecting the head space vapor in the canister with an effective adsorber during refueling of the vehicle and subsequently , during operation of the vehicle , driving the adsorbed vapor from the canister with a source of heat and blowing the vapor under sufficient pressure to force the vapor into intimate contact with liquid gasoline inside and on the surface of the sparger . a splash back valve prevents head space vapor and liquid gasoline from traveling back up the fill pipe of the gasoline tank while maintaining hydrostatic communication between the bottom of the tank and the fill pipe . | 1 |
a lock assembly useful in coupling a tire assembly to a wheel which is locked and unlocked by a magnetic key . | 8 |
a generally tubular - shaped article which is adapted to be placed around the end of a rolled - up article , such as rolled - up drawings and the like , for identification purposes . the tubular - shaped article has a cylindrical tube having at one end and attached thereto another cylindrically - shaped object of a rubber - like composition . the rubber - like cylindrically - shaped object is adhered to the outer periphery of the one end of the cylindrical tube . a cap is placed around the outer periphery of the opposite end of the cylindrical object . the cap has a label attached for identifying the rolled - up article , such as the rolled - up drawings placed therein . the cylindrical object is flexible , thereby permitting the user to grip the drawings using the rubber - like cylindrical object . other embodiments include a concave - shaped cylindrical object for gripping the drawing when placed therein . in addition , a pebble grain may be deposited on the apex portion of the inner periphery of the concave - shaped cylindrical object for providing increased frictional contact between the concave rubber - like cylindrical object and the rolled - up drawings placed therein . | 8 |
a frequency synthesizer for generating a sinusoidal analogue signal comprises a digital signal generator for generating a substantially triangular digital signal . a digital to analogue converter receives the digital signal . the dac has a non - linear transfer function shaped to generate a sinusoidal analogue signal . | 7 |
a version number is associated with an encrypted key executable to allow real time updating of keys for a system which facilitates users signing on to multiple websites on different domains using an encrypted ticket . two keys may be used at each site during updating of keys , each having an associated one digit hex version tag . when a key is to be updated with a new key , the existing or old key is provided an expiration time . a second key is provided from the system in a secure manner with a new version number and made the current key which provides decryption of the encrypted ticket . the system tracks both keys while they are concurrent . after the existing key expires , only the second , or updated key is used to provide login services for users . the system periodically flushes old keys . | 7 |
a spin valve structure that is thinner than currently available spin valves is described . this improvement is achieved through use of a thinner free layer . the key feature of the invention is the insertion of a seed enhancement layer between the seed and the free layer . the seed enhancement layer must have a fcc crystal structure , our preferred material for it being nicu . when this layer is present , a constant gmr ratio of about 7 % is obtained for a thickness range of the free layer of from 10 to 40 angstroms . a process for manufacturing this structure is also disclosed . | 6 |
a development apparatus for use in electrostatographic copiers and printers includes a housing and a self - closing mechanism for completely and efficiently unloading or purging spent developer material from such apparatus . the mechanism further includes an aperture for discharging developer material from the housing , a self - closing conduit member connected to the aperture , and vacuum source for selectively transporting and removing developer material from the conduit member . | 6 |
the present disclosure relates to a system comprising at least a first and a second essentially analogue portion and an essentially digital portion , the analogue portions forming a part of a unidirectional circular network . first communication means is provided between the digital portion and the first analogue portion . second communication means is provided between the first and second analogue portions . the first and second communication means are configurable for establishing communication between the digital portion and the second analogue portion . the first and second communication means are arranged to determine if a packet communicated over the first or second communication means is of interest for any of the analogue portions . | 7 |
an online advertising management system and method cooperates with advertiser accounting and other data to provide improved control and performance . the management system assists with determining keywords and ad content through automating certain steps and simplifying others . the management system further monitors performance of an advertising campaign and allows automatic and manual adjustments . | 6 |
ClimateTools v0.22.0 Diff since v0.21.1 Merged pull requests: Bias ext patch (#157) (@Balinus) | 9 |
Release the data and official reports for mainland China report. | 9 |
Context. A spatially resoved circumstellar disk spectrum and composition can provide valuable insights into the bulk composition of forming planets and into the mineralogical signatures that emerge during and after planet formation. <BR> Aims: We systemically extracted the RX J1604.3-213010 (J1604 hereafter) protoplanetary disk in high-contrast imaging observations and obtained its multi-band reflectance in the visible to near-infrared wavelengths. <BR> Methods: We obtained coronagraphic observations of J1604 from the Keck Observatory NIRC2 instrument and archival data from the Very Large Telescope SPHERE instrument. Using archival images to remove star light and speckles, we recovered the J1604 disk and obtained its surface brightness using forward modeling. Together with polarization data, we obtained the relative reflectance of the disk in R, J, H (H2 and H3), K (K1 and K2), and L′ bands spanning 2 yr. <BR> Results: Relative to the J1604 star, the resolved disk has a reflectance of ~10<SUP>−1</SUP> arcsec<SUP>−2</SUP> in R through H bands and ~10<SUP>−2</SUP> arcsec<SUP>−2</SUP> in K and L′ bands, showing a blue color. Together with other systems, we summarized the multiband reflectance for nine systems. We also identified a varying disk geometry structure, and a shadow that vanished between June and August in 2015. <BR> Conclusions: Motivated by broadband observations, the deployment of the latest technologies could yield higher-resolution reflection spectra, thereby informing the dust composition of disks in scattered light in the future. With multi-epoch observations, variable shadows have the potential to deepen our insight into the dynamic characteristics of inner disk regions. <P />A copy of the reduced images is available at the CDS via anonymous ftp to <A HREF="https://cdsarc.cds.unistra.fr/">cdsarc.cds.unistra.fr</A> (ftp://130.79.128.5) or via <A HREF="https://cdsarc.cds.unistra.fr/viz-bin/cat/J/A+A/684/A168">https://cdsarc.cds.unistra.fr/viz-bin/cat/J/A+A/684/A168</A> | 9 |
a dot matrix printer comprises a head comprising a plurality of printing elements , a motor for moving the head , an oscillation source for supplying pulses for driving the motor , and varying means for varying the spacing between dots printed by the head at an integer ratio corresponding to the driving pulses put out from the oscillation source . | 1 |
Using a set of 15 high-resolution magnetohydrodynamic cosmological simulations of Milky Way formation, we investigate the origin of the baryonic material found in stars at redshift zero. We find that roughly half of this material originates from subhalo/satellite systems and half is smoothly accreted from the intergalactic medium. About 90 {{ per cent}} of all material has been ejected and re-accreted in galactic winds at least once. The vast majority of smoothly accreted gas enters into a galactic fountain that extends to a median galactocentric distance of ∼20 kpc with a median recycling time-scale of ∼500 Myr. We demonstrate that, in most cases, galactic fountains acquire angular momentum via mixing of low angular momentum, wind-recycled gas with high angular momentum gas in the circumgalactic medium (CGM). Prograde mergers boost this activity by helping to align the disc and CGM rotation axes, whereas retrograde mergers cause the fountain to lose angular momentum. Fountain flows that promote angular momentum growth are conducive to smooth evolution on tracks quasi-parallel to the disc sequence of the stellar mass-specific angular momentum plane, whereas retrograde minor mergers, major mergers, and bar-driven secular evolution move galaxies towards the bulge sequence. Finally, we demonstrate that fountain flows act to flatten and narrow the radial metallicity gradient and metallicity dispersion of disc stars, respectively. Thus, the evolution of galactic fountains depends strongly on the cosmological merger history and is crucial for the chemodynamical evolution of Milky-Way-sized disc galaxies. | 9 |
a pile driver has a hollow and elongated cylindrical housing . within the housing , a ram can slide upwardly and downwardly in order to provide the force which can drive a pile into dense strata of the earth . a follower , located partially inside the housing and extending out of the bottom thereof , is struck by the ram and is thus interposed between the ram and the pile to be driven when the device is operated . various devices are disclosed which serve as shock absorbers , the devices cooperating with the follower and with the housing in order to absorb recoil shock which is reflected back to the pile driver after a blow has been transmitted to the pile by the ram via the follower . these devices are so designed that the exterior diameter of the housing does not have to be substantially increased , which allows the pile driver thus manufactured to drive piles through surrounding guides . | 4 |
an automatic focusing device which is capable of movably setting a focus detecting area on an image sensing plane comprises a position detecting circuit which detects the position of a picture - taking object within the focus detecting area , a storage circuit which stores a plurality of object position data detected at different points of time by the position detecting circuit , a computing circuit which computes the moving position of the focus detecting area by smoothing the object position data stored by the storage circuit and object position data currently detected , and an area setting circuit which shifts the focus detecting area on the basis of the shifting position computed by the computing circuit . | 7 |
The attenuation of starlight by dust in galactic environments is investigated through models of radiative transfer in a spherical, clumpy interstellar medium (ISM). We show that the attenuation curves are primarily determined by the wavelength dependence of absorption rather than by the underlying extinction (absorption+scattering) curve; the observationally derived attenuation curves cannot constrain a unique extinction curve unless the absorption or scattering efficiency is specified. Attenuation curves consistent with the “Calzetti curve” are found by assuming the silicate-carbonaceous dust model for the Milky Way (MW), but with the 2175 Å bump suppressed or absent. The discrepancy between our results and previous work that claimed the Small Magellanic Cloud dust to be the origin of the Calzetti curve is ascribed to the difference in adopted albedos; we use the theoretically calculated albedos, whereas the previous works adopted albedos derived empirically from observations of reflection nebulae. It is found that the attenuation curves calculated with the MW dust model are well represented by a modified Calzetti curve with a varying slope and UV bump strength. The strong correlation between the slope and UV bump strength, as found in star-forming galaxies at 0.5\lt z\lt 2.0, is well reproduced when the abundance of the UV bump carriers is assumed to be 30%-40% of that of the MW dust; radiative transfer effects lead to shallower attenuation curves with weaker UV bumps as the ISM is more clumpy and dustier. We also argue that some local starburst galaxies have a UV bump in their attenuation curves, albeit very weak. | 9 |
an apparatus for analyzing a sample , including a sample receiving device , a gas chromatograph and a spectrophotometer , said spectrophotometer including a uv light emitting diode as the light source , an elongated chamber and a detector . the uv light source is arranged to illuminate sample substances conducted through the chamber , and the detector is arranged to identify sample substances by uv absorption spectroscopy . | 6 |
We present a review of the observations of the solar F-corona from space with a special emphasis of the 25 years of continuous monitoring achieved by the LASCO-C2 and C3 coronagraphs. Our work includes images obtained by the navigation cameras of the Clementine spacecraft, the SECCHI/HI-1A heliospheric imager onboard STEREO-A, and the Wide Field Imager for Solar Probe onboard the Parker Solar Probe. The connection to the zodiacal light is considered based on ground- and space-based observations, prominently from the past Helios, IRAS, COBE, and IRAKI missions. The characteristic radiance profiles along the two symmetry axis of the "elliptically" shaped F-corona (aka equatorial and polar directions) follow power laws in the 5<SUP>∘</SUP>-50<SUP>∘</SUP> range of elongation, with constant power exponents of −2.33 and −2.55. Both profiles connect extremely well to the corresponding standard profiles of the zodiacal light. The LASCO equatorial profile exhibits a shoulder implying a ≈17 % decrease of the radiance within ≈10 R⊙ that may be explained by the disappearance of organic materials within 0.3 AU. LASCO detected for the first time a secular variation of the F-corona, an increase at a rate of 0.46% per year of the integrated radiance in the LASCO-C3 field of view. This is likely the first observational evidence of the role of collisions in the inner zodiacal cloud. The temporal evolution of the integrated radiance in the LASCO-C2 field of view is more complex suggesting possible additional processes. Whereas it is well established that the F-corona is slightly redder than the Sun, the spectral variation of its color index is not yet well established. A composite of C2 and C3 images produced the LASCO reference map of the radiance of the F-corona from 2 to 30 R⊙ and, by combining with ground-based measurements, the LASCO extended map from 1 to 6 R⊙. An upper limit of 0.03 R⊙ is obtained for the offset between the center of the Sun and that of the F-corona with a most likely value of zero. The flattening index of the F-corona starts from zero at an elongation of 0.5<SUP>∘</SUP>±0.01<SUP>∘</SUP> (1.9 R⊙) and increases linearly with the logarithm of the elongation to connect to that of the zodiacal light with however a small hump related to the shoulder in the equatorial profile. The shape of the isophotes is best described by super-ellipses with an exponent linked to the flattening index. An ellipsoid model of the spatial density of interplanetary dust is solely capable of reproducing this shape, thus rejecting other classical models such as fan, and cosine. The plane of symmetry of the inner zodiacal cloud is strongly warped, its inclination increasing towards the planes of the inner planets and ultimately the solar equator. In contrast, its longitude of ascending node is found to be constant and equal to 87.6<SUP>∘</SUP>. LASCO did not detect any small scale structures such as putative rings occasionally reported during solar eclipses. The outer border of the depletion zone where interplanetary dust particles start to be affected by sublimation appears well constrained at ≈19 R⊙. This zone extends down to ≈5 <SUB>R⊙</SUB>, thus defining the boundary of the dust-free zone where the most refractory materials - likely moderately absorbing silicates - disappear. | 9 |
a method in a plasma processing system for etching a feature through a dielectric layer of a dual damascene stack on a semiconductor substrate is disclosed . the method includes placing the substrate in a plasma processing chamber of the plasma processing system . the method further includes flowing an etchant gas mixture into the plasma processing chamber , the etchant gas mixture being configured to etch the dielectric layer . the method additionally includes striking a plasma from the etchant source gas . the method also includes etching the feature through the dielectric layer while applying a bias rf signal to the substrate , the bias rf signal having a bias rf frequency of between about 27 mhz and about 90 mhz . the bias rf signal further has a bias rf power component that is configured to cause the feature to be etched in accordance to predefined etch rate parameters and etch profile parameters at the bias rf frequency . | 7 |
embodiments relate to a foldable display apparatus including a hinge providing supporting for a bending area of a flexible display panel . the flexible display panel includes a first flat display area and a second flat display area at both sides of a bending display area . a first rear cover provides support for the first flat display area and has a first edge . a second rear cover provides support for the second flat display area and has having a second edge facing the first edge and parallel to the first edge . the hinge includes rear hinge covers longitudinally extending parallel to the first edge and the second edge , and elastic axis members coupling the plurality of rear hinge covers in an interlocking and rotatable manner . the elastic axis members are deformed as the rear hinge covers make a relative movement by bending of the hinge . | 6 |
a prosthesis for use in maintaining an interspinal space is disclosed . the prosthesis may be provided as first and second substantially symmetrical halves . the first and second halves may each have a coupling portion and a process portion . the coupling portions allow the separate halves to be separately fit within the interspinal space and then connected to form a single prosthesis , eliminating the need for cutting connecting ligaments to allow insertion of the prosthesis . various connection and locking arrangements are disclosed to maintain the halves engaged with each other and the interspinal space . | 0 |
an interface connector is provided for connecting homogenous spacecraft cells . the interface connector includes at least one male valve assembly and at least one female valve assembly . the male valve assembly includes an extendable and retractable piston having a central conduit . the female valve assembly has a central bore closed by a ball valve . preferably , the male and female valves are positioned so that extension of the piston engages the ball valve so as to create a fluid pathway . various components in the male and female valve assemblies are electrically conductive to allow the transmission of power and data . further , the male valve assembly is constructed to function as a propulsion thruster when not mated to a female valve assembly . | 5 |
the present invention relates to a method of preparing a nitrogen - doped graphene comprising preparing a edge - functionalized graphene by binding a graphite with a organic material having amino groups and functional groups such as carboxy acid group through an electrophilic substitution reaction , and heat treating the resultant edge - functionalized graphene , and a nitrogen - doped graphene prepared thereby . according to the present invention , by a more inexpensive and simpler method , a nitrogen - doped graphene can be prepared at higher purity and higher yield . the nitrogen - doped graphene obtained by the present invention has very excellent physical and electric properties , and particularly has a superior oxygen reduction capability , compared with the platinum catalyst used at cathode of a h 2 / o 2 fuel cell so that it will replace the platinum to lower more the cost of a h 2 / o 2 fuel cell or to increase its life and further to provide a new turning point for the commercialization of a h 2 / o 2 fuel cell . | 2 |
chalk line devices are commonly used in the building and / or construction arts . the motorized chalk line apparatus is particularly useful for automatically reeling in a chalk line wound about a spool that is journaled by a pair of stub axles . a battery powered drive automatically winds the chalk line about the spool . in use , the chalk line is manually pulled away from the apparatus to create the marking , but when the user actuates the switch , the spool automatically rewinds the chalk line . | 1 |
a skimmer assembly for use in a well has a shielded float / filter assembly with a hydrophobic / oleophilic filter element , which permits selective passage of lighter than water liquids , such as oil or other hydrocarbons , to the inlet of a pumping assembly . the pumping assembly is provided with two pumps : a lower pump for pumping the lighter than water liquid to the surface of the earth , and an upper pump for pumping water in the well to the surface of the earth . each pump is operated by a common logic valve , to which compressed air is supplied and which regulates the application of compressed air to the upper side of a diaphragm in each pump . the lower side of the diaphragm is forced upwardly by means of a spring arranged within the pumping volume of the pump housing and a backing plate positioned just below the diaphragm . a bias spring between the backing plate and a centrally located inlet valve function to close the valve from the inlet to the pump . the logic valve provides an adjustable pumping cycle and incorporates a poppet valve and a pilot leading to an adjustable metering valve . the skimmer assembly can be left in situ for extended periods of time without deterioration in the pumping operation . because the pump has its controlling logic built - in , there is no need for complicated above ground pump controls . | 1 |
the digital programmable delay scheme with automatic calibration is an alternative to plls , dlls , fixed delay cells and other methods of delay . the method and circuit sets a delay in a programmable delay cell in an oscillator circuit and uses a reference clock to calibrate the oscillator clock frequency . the programmable delay , once set , may then be used to determine a desired delay for a signal that passes through the programmable delay cell as well as another portion of the oscillator circuit . the circuit preferably uses two counters that are controlled by calibration and control logic in which one counter is clocked by the reference clock and the other is clocked by the oscillator circuit clock . after a predetermined time , the calibration and control logic compares the two count values and determines if the programmable delay cell of the oscillator circuit needs to be adjusted . if the oscillator circuit is determined to need adjustment , the calibration and control logic circuit so adjusts the programmable delay cell . the resulting circuit is small , flexible , and pvt calibrated and consumes very little power . it can be used with any reference clock to support various timing requirements at different frequencies . | 7 |
a blood sampling device comprises a pointed cannula at each end , a pre - evacuated sample container with a self - sealing stopper which can be perforated , a self - sealing membrane which can be perforated and a blood - viewing chamber the walls of which are surrounded by transparent material arranged in front of the stopper in the direction of perforation . the chamber is arranged on the stopper and is sealed off essentially from the sample container by said stopper and from the patient by the membrane . | 0 |
a device is provided which is suitable for delivering at least one nanoparticle to a subject . the device can be used to deliver a variety of nanoparticles , for example , therapeutic agents , directly through the outer layers of the skin without passing completely through the epidermis of the subject . thus the device can be used to deliver therapeutic agents to a predetermined depth and avoid disturbing the pain receptors in the skin . thus the device can be used to deliver agents , including therapeutic agents , in a non - invasive manner . a method of fabricating devices with associated nanoparticles is also provided . | 0 |
a toy sprinkler with the appearance of an amusing figure or creature with appendages that simulate movement of the appendages of the figure or creature . liquid carrying conduits extending along appendages of the figure cause the appendages to move either in a planar path when liquid at low pressure passes through the conduits , or randomly when liquid at high pressure passes through the conduits . | 1 |
an improvement in the initial folding operation of the hemming machine disclosed in u . s . pat . no . 4 , 066 , 025 by the substitution of a live angular belt extending across the path of advancing overhanging hem material in place of the prior fixed curved guide which led the material to a folded under position . | 3 |
a variable density aircraft is formed of at least one variable volume container such as a balloon , gas cell , or collapsible hinged panel hull which is supplied with a gas for container expansion and comtraction by an aircraft carried reversible , fluid expansion / contraction system . the variation of the volume of such containment device without a commensurate variation of mass results in a densemetric variation in the aircraft . | 1 |
an image forming apparatus includes an image forming device for forming an image on a recording material . at least a part of the image forming device is in the form of a unit which is detachably mountable to a main assembly of the apparatus . the apparatus includes a memory mounted to the unit . the memory stores information relating to the timing at which a driving parameter of the image forming device is changed . | 6 |
improvements to a layered modulation implementation are disclosed . the present invention discloses two implementations of lm , using single and multiple transponders per signal frequency , respectively . layered hierarchical 8psk is a special case of lm . by re - encoding the high - priority portion of an h - 8psk signal , lm can improve carrier - to - noise ratio of a h - 8psk signal . lm can be computer - simulated and a two - layered signal can be sequentially demodulated with a predicted cnr performance . an lm signal can be simulated using live signals for off - line processing . in addition , a signal processing apparatus can process in real time lm signals emulated from live satellite signals . | 7 |
in one embodiment , a data element is passed between a first block and a second block of a block diagram during execution of the block diagram . the first block and the second block negotiate use of a particular input / output type from a plurality of available i / o types . the particular i / o type is used with at least one i / o buffer employed in passing the data element between the first block and the second block . the first block may produce a signal representing the data element . the signal is received at the i / o buffer and the data element stored according to the particular i / o type . subsequently , the data element may be read from the i / o buffer by the second block , which performs an operation , the result of which is used when the block diagram is executing . | 6 |
an image forming device scans an original document and generates a bi - level image signal . the image forming device obtains a first counted value by counting black pixels included in the bi - level image signal . the image forming device obtains a first generation copy by forming an image on a printing medium according to the bi - level image signal of the original document . the image forming device scans the first generation copy and generates a second bi - level image signal . the image forming device obtains a second counted value by counting the black pixels included in the second bi - level image signal . the image forming device compares whether or not the second counted value is within a target range of the first counted value , and controls the density of an image to be formed according to the comparison result . | 7 |
We analyze the concentration of solid particles in vortices created and sustained by radial buoyancy in protoplanetary disks, e.g., baroclinic vortex growth. Besides the gas drag acting on particles, we also allow for back-reaction from dust onto the gas. This becomes important when the local dust-to-gas ratio approaches unity. In our two-dimensional, local, shearing sheet simulations, we see high concentrations of grains inside the vortices for a broad range of Stokes numbers, St. An initial dust-to-gas ratio of 1:100 can easily be reversed to 100:1 for St = 1.0. The increased dust-to-gas ratio triggers the streaming instability, thus counter-intuitively limiting the maximal achievable overdensities. We find that particle trapping inside vortices opens the possibility for gravity assisted planetesimal formation even for small particles (St = 0.01) and a low initial dust-to-gas ratio of 1:10<SUP>4</SUP>, e.g., much smaller than in the previously studied magnetohydrodynamic zonal flow case. | 9 |
a circuit has a programmable mode control section , and a receiver section with first and second input terminals and an output terminal . the method and apparatus involve setting the mode control section to one of first and second states in response to user input , and operating the receiver section in first and second operational mode when the mode control section respectively has the first and second states , wherein in the first operational mode the receiver section provides higher performance and consumes more power than in the second operational mode . | 7 |
device having one or more operative units for electroplating a film by chemical reaction with a specially made liquid product and application of direct current , on sheets for printed circuits continuously translating between one or more pairs of opposing oblong chambers respectively supplied with tubular nozzles and with one longitudinal slit nozzle and having internal electrodes electrically connected to the negative pole of a generator of direct current , between one or more pairs of titanium contact rollers , electrically connected to the positive pole of the current , and plastic containment rollers of the liquid rotating in each pair reciprocally in opposite directions , due to closure of the electric circuit between the liquid product , pumped in under pressure by the pump and projected by the nozzles of the chambers against the sheets , and said sheets through the contact rollers . | 2 |
A group of massive galaxies at redshifts of $z\gtrsim 7$ have been recently detected by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), which were unexpected to form at such early time within the standard Big Bang cosmology. In this work, we propose that this puzzle can be explained by the presence of some primordial black holes (PBHs) with mass of $\sim 1000 M_\odot$. These PBHs act as seeds for early galaxies formation with masses of $\sim 10^{8}-10^{10}~M_\odot$ at high redshift, hence accounting for the JWST observations. We use a hierarchical Bayesian inference framework to constrain the PBH mass distribution models, and find that the Lognormal model with the $M_{\rm c}\sim 750M_\odot$ is preferred over other hypotheses. These rapidly growing BHs are expected to have strong radiation and may appear as the high-redshift compact objects, similar to those recently discovered by JWST. | 9 |
print jobs are automatically and transparently spooled in a device - independent format , such as an enhanced metafile format . the enhanced metafile format provides a format into which documents are readily converted and which occupies a minimal amount of storage space . each spooled print job is asynchronously printed relative to a program that requested the print job . such spooled print jobs are de - spooled in a background processor mode . an operating system provides the resources for converting a print job into enhanced metafile format and spooling the print job in the enhanced metafile format . | 6 |
a switchable antenna includes a substrate , a first antenna element , a second antenna element , a first switch element , a second switch element , a first radiating portion on an upper surface of the substrate including a first center , a first bend section and a second bend section , and a second radiating portion on an lower surface of the substrate including a second center , a third bend section and a fourth bend section . the third and the fourth bend sections extending from the second center are respectively disposed corresponding to the first and the second bend sections extending from the first center . the first and the second antenna elements on the upper surface are disposed corresponding to the first and the second bend sections . the first and the second switch elements are respectively configured to switch the first and the second antenna elements between a reflector and a parasitic radiating element . | 7 |
a method for producing an automobile column is disclosed . the automobile column has a region of a first type and a region of a second type which have mutually different strengths . a transition region having a width of less than 50 mm is formed between the two regions . the automobile column has in the region of the first type a bainitic structure and in the region of the second type a martensitic structure . | 2 |
methods and products for overcoming bacterial resistance to tetracycline - type antibiotics by inhibiting the plasmid - mediated active efflux system for tetracycline in the resistant bacterial cell by administering with tetracycline efflux system blocking agents , thereby increasing the sensitivity of the resistant cell to tetracycline - type antibiotics . | 0 |
a method and system for screening out empirically data collected from various steps of a technical process operating based on a first set of parameters , by utilizing a screening algorithm to reduce the size of the empirical data set , thus improving the modeling and revising of the technical process . the algorithm utilizes various classes associated with the empirical values and within each class performs an assessment with respect to preselected threshold values . the algorithm also performs an assessment with respect to another preselected threshold value , for the class as a whole . | 6 |
the invention provides means within an improved vapor dispensing device to accommodate or compensate for multiple orientations of an outlet into which the device is to be inserted . orientation compensation is accomplished by inverted and / or rotatable electrical adapters , universal contacts on a base member , enlarged passive dispersion channels , enlarged emanators , multiple emanators , baffles cooperating with an emanator , and / or sleeves encasing multiple wicks to allow for operation of the device in multiple orientations . | 0 |
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