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a user - programmable monitoring and dispensing system for controlling the dispensing of water vapor and various other media into an hvac air stream in residential or commercial structures . the various media to be dispensed are preferably water - soluble , and mixed with the system water supply to be dispensed with the water vapor added to the hvac air stream . these materials may be fragrances or aromas , intended to produce an aesthetic effect , or they can be agents capable of pesticidal , bacteriacidal , fungicidal or sporacidal effect for use as acute or prophylactic treatment for infestation . the dispensing system central processor is pre - programmed with a default concentration algorithm for each media to be dispensed . the concentration of media in aqueous solution is initially controlled by this default algorithm at each of several concentration levels , from lowest to highest . after being exposed to the air containing the dispensed media at a medium concentration of the default algorithm for a default time period , the user may indicate , via a data entry / display , whether the perceived concentration is higher or lower than that desired . this input from the user to the central processor acts to replace the default concentration algorithm with a new , preferred algorithm wherein the scale of media concentration is shifted to correspond to the user &# 39 ; s preference .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
in a system for treatment of biochemical waste such as activated sludges , the waste is subjected to anaerobic stabilization processes , which include two phases of an acid fermentation and a methane fermentation effected in separate reactors . the waste after the acid fermentation is then separated into a liquid effluent for the methane fermentation and a waste sludge . the waste sludge which may cause secondary environmental pollution is re - treated within the anaerobic stabilization processes without withdrawing from the system .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
an image sensing system includes a solid - state image sensor having at least two horizontal shift registers for providing monochromatic multichannel signals , and a signal processing circuit for combining the signals into a monochromatic composite signal . the signal processing circuit includes a first combining circuit for producing a first output signal by selecting one of the multichannel signals alternately at regular intervals , a second combining circuit for adding together the multichannel signals to produce a second , and a third combining circuit for producing a composite signal by output signal combining the first and second signals through selection or addition . thus , this system can produce the composite signal in either of two different combining modes , one of which is superior in frequency characteristic and the other of which can provide high s / n signals .
7Electricity
a barrel dolly includes a main frame that has members for supporting a barrel and a roller frame detachable from the main frame for loading the barrel through an open end of the main frame . the main frame includes bridge hooks that mate with receiver notches on the roller frame for attaching the roller frame to the main frame . the roller frame includes a sliding handle that a user grasps to rotate the roller frame for releasing and securing the roller frame and the main frame . an optional lifting handle enables the user to safely and easily load heavy barrels on the barrel dolly .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a method and arrangement is provided for minimizing electrical field stress on circuit interrupters and their housings via the arrangement of the external sheds or skirts of the housing . in one arrangement , some of the sheds are grouped about each side of the open gap that is defined by the contacts of the circuit interrupter in an open position .
7Electricity
a network peripheral support method including a client with a general purpose software capability and a server connected to the peripheral . the server of the present invention waits for a client to attempt to open a connection with the peripheral . the client sends a peripheral connection request via a data packet to the server , and the server accepts the connection . the server determines an availability of the peripheral and locks the peripheral so that it cannot be used by other clients . thereafter , the server opens a connection with the peripheral , if it is available , and notifies the client of the peripheral availability . the server then waits for predetermined data from the client , which when received , results in the client having control of the peripheral for at least a first predetermined time period , and when received sends the data to the client . the server closes the connection with the client upon completion of sending the data to the client .
7Electricity
a steam automatic dispensing device for preparing hot and / or frothed drinks , includes a first duct for introducing steam inside a drink ; a second duct for introducing air inside the drink ; an electronic control unit for controlling the introduction of steam and / or air through said first and second duct , the control unit being programmable to carry out a predetermined control cycle depending on the desired drink to be obtained and on the drink temperature .
0Human Necessities
in a magnetic recording system utilizing a non - return - to - zero format the reproduced recording is fed to positive and negative threshold detectors having no need for electrical hysteresis as well as , via differentiator means , to a zero - crossing detector . the signal from the positive threshold detector and one polarity of the signal from the zero - crossing detector are used to trigger a latch means to a first state to emit a signal having a first level , and the signal from the negative threshold detector and the other polarity of the signal from the zero - crossing detector are used to trigger the latch means to a second state whereby the signal emitted by the latch means is switched to a second level .
6Physics
a method of announcing a description of a media session , for example a multimedia conference , that is to take place over multicast capable links is provided in networks configured for internet protocol operation . a modular method of announcing media sessions includes : generating a first base module having a first data structure having user oriented data relevant to the media session ; generating at least one media module having a second data structure with media oriented data necessary for a user to receive a respective media stream of the media session ; providing a link between the first base module and the at least one media module ; and , announcing the media session by making at least the first base module available to potential recipients of the media session .
7Electricity
an improved in - track welder eliminates conduction path force members and employs separate bridging current path conductors for dc welding of rail ends . in an embodiment , this enhancement allows for an increased closure distance , thus improving cold - weather operations . in a further embodiment , an increased allowable distance between conduction contacts also allows for the incorporation of an internal shear member for more efficient finishing of welds . the force members may be optimized for strength rather than electrical properties , and in an embodiment are comprised of relatively small diameter alloy steel rods .
4Fixed Constructions
a fixture and technique for testing a coil spring selected from a supply of springs . each spring has an unstressed generally helical configuration and the test determines an excess departure from the helical configuration of a spring under a compressive load . the first end of a selected spring is radially fixed in a first guide while a second end of the spring end is axially retained in a movable second guide that is supported on rollers to allow omni - directional transverse radial motion of the second end . an axial compressive force is applied to the selected spring while allowing the second end relatively free radial motion . when compression induced radial motion of the second end exceeds a predetermined threshold , the second end the selected spring closes a normally opened electrical circuit to inform an operator that the selected spring is excessively out of square and should be rejected .
6Physics
endotension , the continued expansion and tensioning of a blood vessel at an aneurysm site after the repair of the aneurysm by placement of a stent graft therethrough , typically caused by refilling of the aneurysmal location by blood leakage thereto , is detected . the detection is accomplished by locating a detector in the aneurysmal vessel , between the blood vessel wall and the stent graft , and monitoring signals generating therefrom which are indicative of the arrival of fresh blood in the region , and thus a leakage of blood therein . the detector may be an oxygen sensor , and the monitoring can include maintaining a history of periodic blood oxygen signals indicative of the oxygen content of blood between the stent graft and the vessel wall , and the periodic analysis of these signals to determine whether the oxygen level is increasing , indicating the existence of endoleak and thus likely endotension .
0Human Necessities
the specification discloses a system and related method for automating entry and approval of service requests in a help - desk software environment . more particularly , services are selected by a requester from a series of predefined service category items in an online shopping cart format . when selected , each service item requiring approval initiates an electronic message to the one or more persons responsible for approving or denying the service request . the service requests are approved or denied by way of a web - based interface , and if approved , the service requests are then created as cases in the help - desk software .
6Physics
a brewing module includes a support element , a first brewing module part and a second brewing module part that can be moved relative to the first brewing module part . the first brewing module part and the second brewing module part have a discharging device for discharging an extraction product from a capsule and an injector for introducing an extraction liquid into the capsule . in a supporting position with the brewing chamber open , the support element catches a capsule inserted via a defined insertion position , such that the capsule lies on the support element and on a support part of the first brewing module part after insertion . by closing the brewing chamber , the support element is moved away from the supporting position into a resting position , wherein the capsule is simultaneously held by a gripping element of the first brewing module part and / or of the second brewing module part .
0Human Necessities
an assembly of coupling and retention means of a connector for fastening to another complementary connector which is mating with the subject connector , and for mounting onto the board on which the connector is seated , includes a coupling device having an internally threaded insert and an integral base , and further includes a retention device stamped and formed by a metal blank . the retention device includes at the top a box portion having a space to retainably receive the base of the coupling device therein , and a pair of mounting legs extending downward at the bottom for mounting onto the board . the connector has a cavity at the bottom for reception of the box portion of the retention device therein wherein the coupling device and the retention device are axially aligned with each other and extending in the same direction as that of the contacts of the connector .
7Electricity
this invention relates to compounds of the formula : or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein : a , r 1 , r 2 , r 3 , r 4 and r 5 are each as described herein or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt , and compositions containing such compounds and the use of such compounds in the treatment of a condition mediated by 5 - ht 4 agonistic activity such as , but not limited to , as gastroesophageal reflux disease , gastrointestinal disease , gastric motility disorder , non - ulcer dyspepsia , functional dyspepsia , irritable bowel syndrome , constipation , dyspepsia , esophagitis , gastroesophageal disease , nausea , central nervous system disease , alzheimer &# 39 ; s disease , cognitive disorder , emesis , migraine , neurological disease , pain , cardiovascular disorders , cardiac failure , heart arrhythmia , diabetes or apnea syndrome .
2Chemistry; Metallurgy
in a converter console for converting a portable radio to mobile operation , a sleeve for receiving the portable radio and improved mounting apparatus which positions the sleeve so the portable can be easily inserted and smoothly moves the sleeve into a loaded position in which the portable is connected for control by the console and for receiving power from the vehicle . the mounting apparatus holds the various contacts firmly together to prevent contact chatter . also included are locking apparatus which prevent relative movement between the portable / sleeve and the housing to eliminate contact chatter under extreme vibration and reduce theft and improper use .
7Electricity
a gas turbine combustion air cooling system includes an intake a duct having an inlet region and an outlet , the duct adapted to supply ambient air to an inlet of a compressor ; a first set of nozzles for spraying atomized water into the ambient air at a location adjacent the duct inlet ; a second set of nozzles for spraying atomized water into the ambient air to supersaturate the ambient air at a location proximate the compressor inlet ; and a control system for apportioning water to the first and second sets of nozzles .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
a combination structure interconnecting and sealing means for joining an air duct with the end plate of a heat exchanger core to allow for variations in spatial dimensions resulting from thermal expansion . the coupling arrangement comprises a circumferential flange attached , as by welding , to the circular duct . the periphery of the flange is provided with radial slots which are engaged underneath t - shaped clips attached to the heat exchanger plate . within the circumference of the flange and generally in line with the duct and associated manifold section of the end plate is a u - shaped bladder member extending entirely around the joint and welded to provide a seal between the end of the duct and the plate . similar bladder members are provided between adjacent units making up an overall heat exchanger core .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
in order to perform printing by using a minimum of band buffer and correcting bending / inclination in a sub - scanning direction without making optical adjustments and using special hardware , 1 - band image data are stored in the band buffer , images stored in the band buffer are corrected , images lying outside a band area are stored in an intermediate buffer , and images including images stored in the intermediate buffer and corrected images of a next band that lie inside the band area are output .
7Electricity
a method and apparatus for treating gland dysfunction caused by gland obstruction in order to restore the natural flow of secretion from the gland comprises the application of a combination of energy , suction , vibration , heat , aspiration , chemical agents and pharmacological agents to loosen and thereafter remove the obstructive material &# 39 ;.
0Human Necessities
a heat exchanger bypass system comprises a liquid circuit , a first fluid circuit , a second fluid circuit , a first heat exchanger , a second heat exchanger , a liquid bypass line and a heated bypass valve . the first heat exchanger thermally couples the first fluid circuit to the liquid circuit . the second heat exchanger thermally couples the second fluid circuit to the liquid circuit . the liquid bypass line circumvents the first heat exchanger . the heated bypass valve controls flow through the liquid bypass line .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
an image monitoring system may include an object area detection processing section and an object area tracking processing section . the object area detection processing section may be configured to detect object area information from an image obtained by an input image signal on a basis of the input image signal . the object area tracking processing section may be configured to perform object area tracking processing by associating a current object area with a past object area on a basis of the object area information detected by the object area detection processing section . the object area tracking processing section may associate the current object area with the past object area using unique identifying information . the object area tracking processing section may continue to retain identifying information given to a predetermined object area that has disappeared , and may give the retained identifying information to the predetermined object area when the predetermined object area reappears .
7Electricity
a cylindrical cassette body contains the movable balls and ball - biasing springs of a ball - type clutch . the balls ride in grooves in an element disposed within the body . exteriorly , the cog body has longitudinal keyways to receive internal teeth of a set of cogs all of which have the same internal diameter . the exterior of the body is also threaded and is selectively employed in combination with a free - wheeling cog adapter having two different outer diameters , such adapter receiving a set of cogs having two different inner diameters .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
a crop harvesting header includes a reel mounted on a pair of forwardly extending arms carried on a header frame above a table and cutting knife . the reel is rotatable about a longitudinal axis and includes bats with fingers which pivot each about a respective bat axis so the angle of the fingers varies as the reel rotates . the angle of the fingers can be varied to increase and decrease the angle at the knife . the arms include a forward portion which is arranged at an angle to a main portion so as to be inclined downwardly and forwardly therefrom . as the reel supports on the arms is moved forwardly along the arms and engages onto the forward portion , the reel is moved downwardly and forwardly which simultaneously changes the angle to provide a more aggressive action as the reel is moved forwardly of the knife .
0Human Necessities
a method for providing idle mode multimedia broadcast multicast service continuity in a telecommunication network is provided . the method includes providing an mbms of interest for a user equipment from a first cell in the telecommunication network , using an mbms gateway , performing a cell re - selection measurement of at least a second cell using the ue , the second cell being a neighboring cell to the first cell , wherein the cell re - selection measurement comprises determining a configuration of the second cell to facilitate an mbms and determining a signal strength matching a predetermined strength value , and selecting one of the first cell and the second cell using the ue , which is configured to facilitate the mbms and has a signal strength value at least equal to the predetermined strength value and greater than the other cell .
7Electricity
a breast pump includes a platform resting on the floor or other support and a treadle having a convex surface resting on the platform , permitting a pivoting or see - saw motion of the treadle . a bellows is connected between the treadle and the platform , forming a variable displacement chamber . a flexible hose connects the chamber to a reservoir including a container , such as a baby bottle , and an adaptor attached to the bottle as a cap . there is no valve controlling the flow of air to or from the reservoir , thereby providing complete and precise control of the pressure in the reservoir .
0Human Necessities
a computer implemented method for determining a configuration of a medical robotic arm , wherein the configuration comprises a pose of the robotic arm and a position of a base of the robotic arm , comprising the steps of : — acquiring treatment information data representing information about the treatment to be performed by use of the robotic arm ; — acquiring patient position data representing the position of a patient to be treated ; and — calculating the configuration from the treatment information data and the patient position data .
0Human Necessities
a collision - preventing apparatus for an electric motor vehicle in which wheels are driven by electric motors and the electric motors are subjected to braking such as regenerative braking or dynamic braking . the apparatus includes an obstacle sensor and a control unit for processing detected information supplied from the obstacle sensor and for outputting a brake actuation signal when the result of processing indicates a set of conditions predetermined to be dangerous , so as to apply brakes to the electric motors .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
a variable device for regulating the outlet pressure of a fluid from a valve body , includes a pressure - sensing chamber having a wall formed by a resilient self - restoring diaphragm which is responsive to pressure in the chamber . a valve element connected to the diaphragm controls flow into the chamber . increased pressure in the chamber decreases the flow into the chamber and decreasing pressure increases flow whereby fluid flow out from the chamber is maintained at a desired pressure . the outlet pressure is adjusted by deflecting the diaphragm in a direction to open the valve while permitting a section of the diaphragm connected to the valve member to remain responsive to the pressure in the chamber . an adjustment cover is provided to adjustably deflect the diaphragm and includes a catch mechanism to allow adjustment of the fluid outlet pressures and also retain the device at a desired value . an indicator arrangement may be provided to visually indicate the fluid outlet pressure .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
unnecessary operations are eliminated in the calculation of a non - decompression limit at the current water dept . in this manner , the calculation of the non - decompression limit is made more efficient and the required computing time is shorten to the point where the function can be incorporated into a wrist worn device that provides timely data .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a movement simulator includes a base ; a platform movable relative to the base ; a plurality of actuators each having a controllably variable length , each of the actuators being coupled with the base and carrying the platform , wherein the dimensions of the base and the platform , and the variable lengths of the actuators determine a workspace within which the platform can move . a controller is operable to provide a motion cueing algorithm having a demanded platform state as output and a washout controller having a washout adaptation as output , which washout controller keeps the platform within its workspace by adapting the demanded platform state to a commanded platform state using the washout adaptation . the commanded platform state controls , via a kinematic transformation , the lengths of the actuators . the washout adaptation is calculated using a model predictive control algorithm .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a dual voltage connector having keyway portions enabling protection of the connector against unintentionally using it with a long voltage . a higher voltage version of the connector , which supplies the voltage , is protected . in a female version of the connector , a plug is placed in the higher voltage portion of the connector .
7Electricity
a multi - part closure provides remote indication of a secured or unsecured state of the closure . the closure includes first and second mating members that when engaged define a secured state and when disengaged define an unsecured state . a self - contained transmitter is disposed in the first member . a switch is disposed in the first member in electrical communication with the transmitter . the switch is positioned within the first member for engagement by the second member when the first and second members are mated with and secured to one another . a remote receiver provides indication of the engage or disengaged state of the first and second members .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a portable electronic reference device is disclosed that can be used by a user when reading a book . the electronic reference device functions as a dictionary for the reader to look up words as they read . it can also have various other functions that would be suitable for a portable electronic device . the device has a display section and a keyboard section . a pivoting transparent lid is provided on the display . the lid also contains a light to allow a user to clearly see the device and pages of a book .
6Physics
the following description sets forth a new process for the preparation of ≧ 98 . 5 % pure crystalline lactulose from commercially available aqueous syrups having the following composition : 50 - 70 % by weight of lactulose , 3 - 9 % by weight of lactose , 3 - 14 % by weight of galactose , 4 - 7 % by weight of other carbohydrates , the total content of carbohydrates different from lactulose being of from 10 % to 30 %.
2Chemistry; Metallurgy
a code word includes a first group of data bits and includes code bits that represent a second group of data bits . one embodiment of the code word has a minimum probability of bit transitions among its bits . another embodiment of the code word includes a parity bit . unlike conventional codes , a code that includes such a code word can have both a high efficiency and small error propagation . additionally , by including fewer bit transitions , a sequence of such code words causes less read noise , and thus causes fewer read errors as compared to sequences of known code words . moreover , the code word can include a parity bit to allow improved error detection as compared to known error - detection techniques . therefore , such a code word can significantly increase the effective write and read speeds of a disk drive .
7Electricity
interruptions between a source in a first network and a destination in a second network are reduced by providing first primary and secondary nodes in the first network , and second primary and secondary nodes in the second network . first primary routes in the first network facilitate delivery of a first set of the data to the first primary node ; and a second set of the data to the first secondary node . inter - network routes between the first and second networks deliver the first and second sets of the data to the second primary node and the second secondary node . second primary routes in the second network facilitate delivery of at least one of the first and second sets of data to the destination . a selector within the second network selects one of the sets of data . route selectors select secondary routes in the event that a primary route is disabled .
7Electricity
the present invention is a three - dimensional scanner for use in the oral cavity . the scanner of the present invention utilizes three optical scanners in a single - hand wand to create three - dimensional images with a single pass of the wand over the area scanned . processing of the collected images is then composited into a three - dimensional image for cad / cam restoration and diagnostic aid in dentistry . oct technology may be utilized to generate the images .
6Physics
an ultrasonic device to characterize the flow of resin entering and exiting an injection mold during the phase of impregnation , by the resin , of a preform contained in the mold . the device includes two ultrasonic sensors arranged respectively in the vicinity of the inlet port where the resin enters the mold and in the vicinity of the outlet port where the resin exits the mold . each sensor emits an ultrasonic wave towards the end of the mold in the vicinity of which it is positioned , and receives the ultrasonic wave reflected by the medium . preferably , the device determines the stabilization of the flow of resin passing through the mold based on the signals received by the sensors . a method for implementing the device to determine the completeness of the operation of impregnating , with resin , a preform positioned in an injection mold into which the resin is introduced .
6Physics
a welding system includes an engine - driven welder generator that produces welding power . a welding torch receives the welding power and applies it to a stick electrode to initiate and maintain a welding arc . a parameter of the welding power , such as voltage , is monitored , such as to determine whether spikes occur during a short time after arc initiation . based upon the monitored parameter , the engine speed is controlled . the engine speed may be increased or maintained at an elevated level if the monitored parameter indicates that particular types of electrode are being used , such as xx10 or cellulose electrodes .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a field test circuit for an electronic control of a refrigeration unit . the test circuit has a field installed test panel with a control switch and a readout device for indicating that portion of the electronic control to be tested . a microprocessor is provided with a logic program that provides coded information regarding the stage of capacity of the refrigeration unit , the operational status of the unit , diagnostic information of the unit , and a test procedure for testing all inputs and outputs of the microprocessor .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
a rechargeable battery comprises lithium intercalation compound electrodes and an interposed electrolyte of flexible polymer containing a lithium salt dissolved in a polymer - compatible solvent . preferred components include tertiary lithium manganese oxide compound positive electrodes , carbon negative electrodes , and poly copolymer electrolyte layers containing about 20 to 70 % of a solution of lithium salt in a medium boiling solvent comprising such solvents as ethylene carbonate , propylene carbonate , and dimethyl carbonate . the electrolyte layers may be employed in the form of individual separator films or as a coated component of multilayer battery structures to provide electrical ionic conductivity up to about 10 - 3 s / cm .
2Chemistry; Metallurgy
an educational keyboard with removable keys , wherein musical tone generation for a given key is in response to correct placement of the key in its corresponding key slot , is disclosed . incorrect placement results in a sour tone . lights are also used to indicate correct and incorrect placement of keys . a computer interface for the keyboard allows a student to use pre - programmed interactive lessons tailored to the student &# 39 ; s age and ability . methods of teaching music theory and harmony with the keyboard utilize the student &# 39 ; s left brain and right brain capabilities .
6Physics
a clinical thermometer for detecting an infrared ray radiated from a tympanic membrane eliminates thermometric errors caused by differences from one patient to another and variations in thermometric operations , to always perform stable , accurate thermometry . a clinical thermometer converts infrared radiation from a substantially tympanic membrane into an electrical signal to perform temperature detection , the thermometer including an almost cylindrical probe body . a constricted diameter portion formed at one end of the probe body can be inserted into an external auditory meatus and deformed so as to conform to a shape of the external auditory meatus . an infrared sensor incorporated in the constricted diameter portion is thereby arranged to receive radiation from the tympanic membrane .
6Physics
a device and a method for recognizing the occupancy of a seat has two sensor mats which independently of one another detect the pressure exerted on them .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a valve assembly for use in conjunction with spring applied , air release parking brakes of the character found in heavy - duty truck - trailers which , in a single valve housing provides system pressure protection , prevents compounding application of the brakes and performs the parking brake release function in an expedicious and highly reliable manner .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a fitting for use in fusion welding mating thermoplastic components includes a weld bead chamber to capture and conceal a bead formed as a result of the fusion weld . the weld bead chamber integrates the bead into the fitting so that the joined parts have a finished look without mechanical polishing or grinding of the completed piece . a stop ledge included in the weld bead chamber prevents over insertion of a pipe or other component into the fitting . a view window in the fitting permits inspection of the finished bead .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a method to add a joint of pipe to a conductor string includes securing the conductor string with a spider , grasping an upper end of the joint of pipe with a segmented - ring elevator , engaging a plurality of slips of the elevator with an outer profile of the joint of pipe , raising the grasped joint of pipe from non - vertical to vertical , positioning the vertical joint of pipe atop the secured conductor string , attaching the joint of pipe to the conductor string , releasing the conductor string from the spider , and retaining the joint of pipe and the conductor string with the segmented - ring elevator .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a trailer improvement wherein two trailers can be connected together , back - to - back , to double the load - carrying capacity , and the axle assemblies can be moved so that the wheels are in the proper location to assure that optimum mobility and load - carrying capacity of the interconnected trailer can be realized . the interconnected trailer can be separated and converted to two single trailers when desired .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
an adjustable orthopedic device includes a holder configured to be worn on a wearer &# 39 ; s foot . the holder has an elastic cloth band sized to encircle the wearer &# 39 ; s foot at a location between the wearer &# 39 ; s toes and the wearer &# 39 ; s ankle . a platform is removably secured into a pocket formed in the holder . raised pads are provided for applying pressure to one or more bones of the wearer &# 39 ; s foot , the raised pads include an adhesive surface providing a removable adherence to the top surface of the platform and allowing the raised pads to be manually repositionable to any x and y coordinate on the platform .
0Human Necessities
in a device for adjusting the clearance between a brake shoe and a brake drum of the type having the brake shoes biased against the ends of a strut , the length of the strut being adjustable by the threaded interaction of a nut and a bolt actuated by a star wheel , the star wheel being advanced to lengthen the strut by the parking brake mechanism , a detent for restraining the reverse rotating of the star wheel . in one embodiment , a resilient arm member , fixed to a portion of the strut , acts as a detent against the teeth of the star wheel . in another embodiment , a spring , biasing the brake shoes against the ends of the strut , has a portion engaging the teeth of the star wheel .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
a bicycle trainer with a hill training apparatus is described . the hill training apparatus enables bicyclists to simulate uphill riding , downhill riding , and hill resistance or lack thereof . the hill training apparatus also provides for correct body positioning while riding uphill or downhill , and with or without resistance . riding on a trainer with correct body positioning provides for improved training .
0Human Necessities
a powered patch panel is disclosed that inserts power in mid - span regions of a network and provides fault - tolerance at the power supply level and the power - plane level . information such as physical location , port status and policy enforcement information may be locally stored and utilized by a processor of the ppp to achieve network control and monitoring . a network management system and / or element management system may be provided to interface with processors of ppps to achieve network monitoring , control and policy enforcement goals .
7Electricity
1 , 4 - dihydropyridines bearing carbonyl functions in the 3 - and 5 - positions , being optionally substituted by lower alkyl in the 6 - position , being substituted in the 4 - position by lower alkyl , phenyl , substituted phenyl or a heterocyclic group , and being fused through the 1 - and 2 - positions to a five , six or seven membered cycloalkyl ring , one methylene group of which can be replaced by sulfur , oxygen imino or alkylimino , are antihypertensive agents and coronary vessel dilators . the compounds , of which 6 - methyl - 4 -- 1 , 2 - pentamethylene - 1 , 4 - dihydropyridine - 3 , 5 - dicarboxylic acid 3 , 5 - diethyl ester is a representative embodiment , are prepared through condensation of an ylideneacetoacetic acid ester and a cyclic enamino carbonyl derivative .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
a system to accurately align relative to each other a pair of rotary die cylinders having co - acting cutting blades formed by integral lands projecting generally radially outwardly from each cylinder . each cylinder has an alignment groove formed therein such that when the cutting blades of the die cylinders are in alignment , the alignment grooves of each cylinder are aligned and define a slot between the cylinders which is constructed to receive an alignment pin . to initially align the die cylinders relative to each other , they are free to move both axially and rotatably relative to each other to permit the die cylinders to fully engage an alignment pin or pins inserted between the cylinders . preferably , an alignment slot is provided adjacent each end of each cylinder with each slot constructed to receive a separate alignment pin to more accurately register or align the die cylinders relative to each other . with the cylinders fully engaging the alignment pins ensuring accurate alignment of the die cylinders , the bearings and other adjustment and cylinder mounting mechanisms may be locked in position to secure the cylinders in position and the alignment pins subsequently removed prior to operation of the rotary die cylinder machine .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
the suspended bird - feed catcher of the present invention includes a pan suitable for receiving and holding bird feed that falls out of a bird feeder and prevents the bird feed from falling to the ground . the pan is suspended from the same apparatus from which the bird feeder is suspended so the pan can be easily removed without disrupting the bird feeder .
0Human Necessities
a sealed housing evaporative determination apparatus and method for practically zero emission vehicles provides periodic sampling of ambient air within a substantially air - tight testing structure enclosing a vehicle under test . pressure drops within the testing structure are compensated by injecting air substantially free of hydrocarbons into the testing structure . pressure increases within the testing structure are reduced by withdrawing ambient air from the testing structure . hydrocarbon content of any withdrawn ambient air is determined from the latest sample , and cumulative evaporative emissions are adjusted accordingly .
6Physics
a nanofiber membrane is formed on a microfiber membrane . the nanofiber membrane may be electro sprayed directly onto the microfiber membrane and becomes integrated with the microfiber membrane to form a filter . the microfiber membrane provides structural integrity to for the nanofiber membrane , and an additional microfiber membrane may be added to sandwich the nanofiber membrane .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
disclosed and claimed herein is an apparatus and method for measuring hexavalent chromium in water samples using a colorimetric method . the apparatus includes a means for correcting interference due to sample turbidity .
6Physics
a water treatment apparatus for treating water in a device using water as a circulating medium comprises an extractor line for removing water from the device and ozone generation means for producing and conveying a supply of ozone . a contactor / mixer member is provided and has an entry passage for receiving water from the extractor line and ozone from the ozone generation means . the contactor / mixer member has contacting passages for receiving a water and ozone mixture from the entry passage and is configured so as to create turbulence to intimately mix the water and ozone along at least a portion of its length . a return line is provided for receiving and transporting the water and ozone mixture from the contacting passages back to the device .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
a method and implants provide for relieving pressure from a region of the brainstem within the cranium of a subject with a neuroendocrine servomechanism . the pressure results from the compression of the region by a blood vessel . the method includes gaining access to the region using a first surgical technique ; exposing the region according to a second surgical technique ; lifting the blood vessel from the region according to a third surgical technique , thereby providing the pressure relief ; and inserting a neurovascular bridge implant between the blood vessel and the region to maintain the pressure relief . the neuroendocrine servomechanism is responsive to the pressure relief on the region , causing amelioration of a disease . one neuroendocrine servomechanism can include the pancreas of the subject , and the pressure relief ameliorates non - insulin - dependent diabetes mellitus . the neurovascular bridge implant can be a preconfigured shredded plastic implant , made of polytetrafluoroethylene , or a preconfigured thermoplastic implant , made of a polyurethane - based material having a glass - transition temperature of between 20 ° c . to 60 ° c . and a transition band of about 8 ° c .
0Human Necessities
a protective gaiter fits around a lubricated joint such as a vehicle constant velocity joint . the gaiter is in the form of a generally conical rubber tube having stepped configurations at its wider end so that it can be cut down to fit different diameters of joint members . the stepped configurations have seating areas for a fixing strap and there are flexible transitions between these areas to enable the gaiter to flex and pivot . in one embodiment the flexible transitions are inwardly directed folds . in a second embodiment the seating areas are inclined inwardly and the flexible transitions are defined by angular joints with radial linking walls .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
this invention provides a new configuration and manufacturing method of the hetero - junction bipolar transistor . according to the invention , the hbt comprises a semi - insulating inp substrate , a buffer layer on the substrate , a sub - collector layer , a collector layer , a base layer , an emitter layer , and an emitter contact layer these layers are sequentially grown on the buffer layer . since a pre - processing of forming two depressions in the sub - collector layer before growing the collector layer , the top surface of the emitter layer becomes planar surface . this results on the reduction of pits induced in the etching of the emitter contact layer , thus enhances the reliability and the high frequency performance of the hbt .
7Electricity
an instrument is disclosed including : a top jaw member extending between a proximal end and a distal end and including a first top anchor target slot and a second top anchor target slot ; a bottom jaw member extending between a proximal end and a distal end and including a first bottom anchor target slot and a second bottom anchor target slot ; and a joint member connected to the proximal ends of the top jaw member and the bottom jaw member .
0Human Necessities
disclosed are novel methods and apparatus for efficiently providing power buses and bump patterns with reduced inductance and / or resistance . in an embodiment , an apparatus is disclosed . the apparatus includes a plurality of power and ground bus pairs . each power and ground bus pair may have a power bus and a ground bus . the apparatus further includes a first power bus from a first pair of the plurality of power and ground bus pairs . the first power bus may include a plurality of power bumps . the apparatus also includes a first ground bus from the first pair of the plurality of power and ground bus pairs . the first ground bus may include a plurality of ground bumps . each of the plurality of power / ground bumps may be substantially equidistance from any immediately neighboring ground bump of the first ground bus .
7Electricity
a triglyceride carrying , in the β - position , the anionic moiety of phosphonoacetic acid has been found to exhibit excellent activity against viral infections caused by a herpes virus .
2Chemistry; Metallurgy
thallium is produced in solution using a photoelectrochemical cell which has an externally electrically interconnected semiconductor photoelectrode and counter electrode . a conductive solution containing thallium is placed in the cell and a flow of current generated by exposing the photoelectrode to actinic radiation , thereby oxidizing the thallium . in another embodiment , a thallium solution is produced by mixing a solution containing thallium with a particulate semiconductor , introducing an oxygen - containing gas into the mixture , and exposing the mixture to actinic radiation . the produced thallium can be reacted with organic compounds , for example with compounds containing at least one carbon - carbon double bond to form epoxides , concurrently reducing thallium . continuous production can be obtained by recycling the reduced thallium by photoelectrochemical oxidation to thallium .
7Electricity
a standard model truck or trailer having a rear load bearing axle with two side - by - side pneumatic tires mounted on wheels at both ends of the axle is provided . a further set of like side - by - side rear wheels with pneumatic tires are connected to the vehicle &# 39 ; s main frame by depending carriers pivoted thereto . the rear wheels are rearwardly biased by a compression spring and may be selectively moved forwardly or rearwardly in an arc about their pivotable connection by a hydraulic piston and cylinder arrangement . an endless tread - type track can be mounted around the succeeding pairs of tires on either side . each track has two or more parts dovetailed at the ends held together by a spring steel rod inserted in openings therethrough , each opening being defined by a polygonal tube which receives the rod whereby it cannot rotate . the rod is maintained in place by a detent member . a slightly curved plate , rectangular as seen in plan , pivoted from supports depending from frame forward of at least the rearmost wheels , extends rearwardly centrally between the wheels to where a hydraulic cylinder and piston assembly connects it to the frame to lift the wheels simultaneously for installing the tracks . they are installed by decreasing the distance between the wheels through the hydraulic arrangement and , when in place , by releasing pressure in the connected hydraulic piston and cylinder assembly whereby the compression spring tensions the wheels against them .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
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 .
6Physics
a liquid crystal display device includes a driving circuit provided with a switching device on a liquid crystal display panel , the switching device including a plurality of thin film transistors connected in parallel and commonly interconnected using a gate electrode .
7Electricity
according to the present invention , there is provided a cylinder head for a multi - cylinder internal combustion engine , comprising : a bottom wall having an upper face which defines a waterjacket , the bottom wall having spaced recessed wall portions which have lower faces defining upper spaces of adjacent combustion chambers , the bottom wall having a bottom wall portion formed between the recessed wall portions to divide the upper spaces of the adjacent combustion chambers ; and slit means formed on the upper face of the bottom wall portion and extending within the bottom wall portion toward a lower face of the bottom wall portion .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
a method and system removes nuclear , biological and chemical agents from an air stream from a facility hvac . the system includes an irradiation zone , a saturation zone and a precipitation zone . a contaminant detection apparatus controls the irradiation , saturation and precipitation of the air stream . the irradiation destroys biological agents along with saturation of air stream with a water based solution . the biological debris and dissolved chemical agents are precipitated out of the air stream by condenser coils . nuclear agents are removed from the air stream by a diverting the air stream though a bypass filter containing high mass particulate filters and activated charcoal . the contaminants are stored for later removal and destruction . the contaminate detection apparatus includes nbc sensors .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a combination of a locknut and key therefor , the locknut including a body portion having a face thereon and a curvilinear groove of predetermined configuration in the face , a thread on the body portion , the thread including a frustoconical lead - in portion terminating at an extremely short cylindrical helical thread portion , a key housing having an internally threaded end portion which can be centered on the lead - in portion and thereafter threaded onto the cylindrical threaded portion of the locknut , the key having a key head with a flange of curvilinear configuration for mating engagement with the groove in the locknut , the key head being mounted on a shank on which the housing is rectilinearly slidable , a spring in the housing for biasing the key head toward the locknut when the housing is centered on the the locknut and which forces the flange into the groove as the housing is threaded onto the locknut , and a wrench - receiving head on the shank for turning the key head after the housing is securely mounted on the locknut .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
there is disclosed an initial identification of an n - terminally truncated her - 2 / neu product . this product is a 95 kda polypeptide having in vitro kinase activity . moreover , immunoprecipitations using domain specific antibodies was able to utilize this specific polypeptide from intracellular fragments as a diagnostic and prognostic indicator of adenomacarcinomas without the severe dilution effects encountered by measuring ecd .
6Physics
a method and apparatus are provided for resizing an image using an inverse discrete cosine transform . a macro block of an original source image is enlarged to an arbitrary size using the inverse discrete cosine transform after the encoding type of the macro block is converted so that the macro block and the original source image have the same encoding type . consequently , the original source image is always enlarged naturally in a digital video apparatus such as a digital broadcast receiver or an hd - tv .
7Electricity
this disclosure relates to masonry construction of residential houses using prefabricated masonry panels or blocks , such as autoclaved aerated concrete panels or concrete masonry units . unlike existing masonry construction methods , this masonry structure is reinforced by common wood studs as join keys . all wood studs are individually strap - tied directly to the foundation and horizontally bound together to form a network of cells enclosing masonry blocks throughout the entire building . considerations are given to prevent wood studs absorbing moisture from masonry material .
4Fixed Constructions
a bicycle rim includes side portions with an outer portion extending between the side portions to form a pair of outer corners , and a spoke attachment portion . the outer portion includes a pair of ridges spaced from the outer corners . the ridges preferably divide a pair of inclined surfaces . the side portions preferably include a pair of ground braking surfaces with a pair of sloping surfaces extending from the braking surfaces to a pair of outer side surfaces .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a reader is proposed that includes a reader core having a web server provided thereon . the web server is made accessible to users via an advertised ip address . one set of scripts made available via the web server provide a user with the ability to optimize a tuning network for the reader .
6Physics
a system and method for reducing pulse width modulation contouring artifacts . each input intensity value is translated to at least one non - binary bit pattern for display . many of the input intensity values are translated to at least two alternate non - binary bit patterns . the alternate codes are used to smooth the transition between intensity codes as major bits are turned on . the smoothing occurs by the gradual transition from codes that do not use the major bit to codes that do use the major bit . typically the alternate codes are selected based on the location of the pixel in a spatial pattern and the alternate codes are spatially alternated from one pixel to the next . other embodiments temporally alternate the codes from one period — typically a frame period — to the next . still other embodiments alternate the codes both spatially and temporally .
6Physics
a method of reducing the water requirements of a cementitious slurry and of improving the properties of a cementitious slurry by adding a mineral additive comprising fly ash having a predominant particle size of up to about 10 microns , and / or aluminous material having a predominant particle size of up to about 150 microns . the additive acts as a water reduction agent and can replace either wholly or partially a conventional plasticiser .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
the invention relates to a method for protecting at least one motor vehicle component against manipulation in a control device , which comprises at least one microcomputer and at least one memory module , characterized in that the microcomputer reads out a specific original identifier of at least one memory module from the memory module and stores it . furthermore the invention relates to a control device for a motor vehicle component which comprises at least one microcomputer and at least one memory module , characterized in that at least one memory module has at least one specific identifier and the microcomputer has at least one area in which at least one specific original identifier is stored .
6Physics
an apparatus , system , and method are disclosed for uninterrupted storage configuration . the apparatus for uninterrupted storage configuration is provided with a plurality of modules configured to functionally execute the steps of generating a temporary location for storage configuration information , saving the storage configuration information to the temporary location , and copying the storage configuration information from the temporary location to a storage medium in response to a determination that the storage medium is physically configurable . in one embodiment , these modules include an initialization module , a storage manager interface , and a storage medium interface . beneficially , such an apparatus , system , and method would streamline the configuration process , improving the efficiency of a typical storage manager , and allowing a storage system administrator to focus his attention on other tasks .
6Physics
the invention relates to molded getter bodies for use in encapsulated electrical components . the getter bodies are formable into compressed body shapes in a simplified manner from a mixture of a getter material consisting of activated carbon , zeolite , zirconium and mixtures thereof , polyamide , and polyethylene wax . the molded getter bodies of the invention have improved accuracy as to size , increased getter capacity , and uniform getter activity relative to the prior art .
7Electricity
the present invention relates to the derivatives of specially substituted azole compounds which have improved antifungal activity as compared to known compounds such as fluconazole and itraconazole and the processes for the preparation thereof . this invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds of the present invention and their use in treating and / or preventing fungal infections in mammals , preferably humans .
2Chemistry; Metallurgy
a power - saving method with integrated photodiode light source . this device has a circuit board with a plurality of red , green and blue photodiodes as the device &# 39 ; s light source . additionally , a light control circuit is used to control light beam from the light source illuminating a reflector and then reflecting to a reflective display panel in order to reflect the light beam and generate an image . thus , a projection module can project the image on a viewing plate . as cited , the inventive device includes : a light control circuit , a light source module , a polarizing beam splitter , a reflective display panel and a projection module .
7Electricity
a paperboard carton and blanks therefor formed from a top unit and a bottom unit which are relatively slidable . a locking mechanism prevents the units from being fully separated . this locking mechanism comprises a locking flap hingedly coupled to and folded against a side wall on either of the top and bottom units and a corresponding stop member formed on an opposed side wall of the other of the top and bottom units . the stop member is comprised of two side glue flaps extending integrally from two adjacent side walls , each having a tab extending therefrom . the tabs engage the distal end of the folded locking flap to prevent full separation . advantageously , the locking flap is trapezoidal and the side glue flaps form a trapezoidal recess with the tabs forming the smaller base thereof . an air freshener material or insect poison can be located inside the carton .
0Human Necessities
a polarization film comprising at least a polarization layer that is subject to a laminating treatment to be stretched along a predetermined laminating direction in the plane of the polarization layer to realize polarization , and an adhesive layer that is provided on a surface of the polarization layer and capable of being affixed onto a base . the adhesive layer has a maximal shrinkage resistance in the laminating direction of the polarization layer
6Physics
an network interface device cabinet has removably mounted or fixedly mounted cable spools . the nid cabinet is a small enclosure , typically made of plastic , which sits on the outside wall of an end user &# 39 ; s building , such as a home or office . pre - terminated cables are spooled around each cable spool , and the cable connector at one end of each cable is connected to a network interconnection junction within the nid cabinet . a series of interlocking mounting features are formed on both the cable spool and the mating nid cabinet back wall . two different types of mounting features enable the cable spool to be removably or fixedly mounted within the nid cabinet . when fixedly mounted , the cable spool can still be removed from the nid cabinet , but only if the spooled cabled is completed un - spooled and removed from the cable spool .
6Physics
a system and method for accomplishing improved file access within a joint tactical radio system software component architecture system environment is described . a file access class may be added to an existing jtrs sca system , the added file access class being an instance of a jtrs sca file access class . using this system and method , clients requesting access to a file may be allowed to use more direct file access methods , bypassing a jtrs sca service , if the file of interest is local to the requesting client &# 39 ; s environment , e . g . local to the same processor . it is emphasized that 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 . it is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims .
8General tagging of new or cross-sectional technology
a check valve for use in a pressure balance faucet . it is mainly made up of a control valve body , a check valve block , a pair of positioning pins , two seal rings , a pair check valve sets and a valve mount . the check valve sets are secured to the check valve block which is housed between the control valve body and the valve mount that are in threaded engagement with each other . as the valve sets are worn out , they can be easily and quickly replaced by first dismantling the control valve body from the valve mount and then the check valve block being picked out by pincers to get the valve sets replaced with ease , speed in a diy manner .
5Mechanical Engineering; Lightning; Heating; Weapons; Blasting
a gas mixture , a pressure tank containing the gas mixture , a method that uses the gas mixture during thermal spraying , cutting , joining , deposition welding and / or surface treatment by means of arcs , plasma and / or lasers , a device for preparing the gas mixture and a method for manufacturing the gas mixture are disclosed , wherein the gas mixture contains a protective gas and a protective gas additive selected from the group of ethers , cyclic amines containing at least one ether group , and mixtures thereof .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
a computer keyboard provides for one or more of processing , interfacing , input / output control with respect to the computer and / or one or more devices coupled to the keyboard , and / or for control of one or more devices coupled to the keyboard . the keyboard comprises at least one processor , and may also include one or more busses and / or other devices , that , individually in cooperation , perform such functions . in one embodiment , the processor receives telephony signals from the computer and provides telephony signals to the computer , performing the processing necessary to support telephony functions such as conversion of audio signals . audio signals from computer sound cards and other audio signal sources may be mixed with telephony signals in keyboards according to the invention . displays and associated input devices incorporated by the keyboard are provided to control telephony and other keyboard processor functions .
6Physics
in order to make it easy to change the size of a cam device in the course of press mold design , there is provided a cam device including : a cam holder ; a cam slider ; and a cam driver , wherein the cam devices are grouped depending on the basis of width dimensions in combination of hardness of a sliding contact surface of the cam holder and a sliding contact surface on the cam slider end , and hardness of a cam surface of the cam driver and a cam surface of the cam slider , and the design structures of the respective groups are determined in such a manner that the maximum process ability in a certain group among the groups is larger than the minimum process ability of an adjacent group having a larger width dimension , and smaller than the maximum process ability in an adjacent group having a smaller width dimension .
1Performing Operations; Transporting
an active pixel sensor imaging device comprises array of pixel cells , each pixel cell providing a pixel output signal to a signal output line associated therewith . each pixel cell comprises : a photosensor having at least two independent portions , each independent portion having a sensor output ; and , a separate readout circuit coupled to the sensor output of each independent portion . each separate readout circuit has an output coupled to the signal output line and each separate readout circuit is capable of generating an output signal at the output . the outputs of the separate readout circuits for the pixel cell are connected such that the output signals are combined in an additive manner to produce the pixel output signal . hardware and software correction methods are provided for the correction of defective pixels in monochromatic and color imaging systems .
7Electricity
positive - acting no - process printing plates are disclosed in which a stable visual or print - out image is obtained upon exposure of the plate to actinic radiation . the visual image is obtained by incorporation into the photosensitive layer , a dye which is irreversibly bleached upon exposure of the printing plate . for example , an acid which is generated upon exposure of a photopolymer to radiation may be used to bleach a dye of this invention . the visual or print - out images produced are useful in the production cycle and are stable to basic environments that may be encountered in the production setting .
6Physics
a system for controlling signal processing in a multi - network device is disclosed and may include one or more circuits that enable receiving of a digital video broadcast signal . the one or more circuits may enable processing a channel of the digital video broadcast signal according to a first selection . at least one channel of the digital video broadcast signal may include broadcast multimedia content . the one or more circuits may enable receiving a cellular communication signal and processing the cellular communication signal according to a second selection . the broadcast multimedia content may include internet content . the one or more circuits may enable storing at least a portion of the received digital video broadcast signal and at least a portion of the received cellular communication signal in a commonly accessible memory .
7Electricity
a configuration creator for use in creating a terminal application for a target apparatus . the configuration creator comprises : an indexing routine for examining available software components that can be used in the terminal application and ascertaining possible type - safe relationships for each software component , a graphical user interface including a control area for displaying classes that can be used in the terminal application , and an association area for creating instances of the displayed classes and allowing type - safe relationships to be established between created instances , and a file creation routine for creating a configuration file including code describing created instances and relationships established between the created instances . the configuration file can subsequently be parsed to create a terminal application for use in a target apparatus , such as a self - service terminal .
6Physics
disclosed herein is a method , a computer program product , and a carrier for indicating one - way latency in a data network between a first node and a second node , wherein the data network lacks continuous clock synchronization , comprising : a pre - synchronisation step , a measuring step , a post - synchronisation step , an interpolation step , and generating a latency profile . the present invention also relates to a computer program product incorporating the method , a carrier comprising the computer program product , and a method for indicating server functionality based on the first aspect .
7Electricity
a method for commutation of a switched reluctance motor is disclosed that requires no rotor position sensor or detailed prior knowledge of the motor &# 39 ; s magnetic characteristics . the apparatus and method employs a calibration routine to learn the flux - current characteristics of each srm phase in its aligned position . from these characteristics , the flux - current characteristics at other appropriate switching angles are approximated . commutation is accomplished by estimating the flux in an active phase and comparing the estimate to the flux approximated for the switching angle . the apparatus and method is particularly well suited for relatively heavy duty loading applications , such as a fan .
7Electricity