Abstract: A printer controller system for converting a page description language datastream into a pagemap and for dispatching the pagemap to a print engine one band at a time. The system includes the steps of interpreting the PDL datastream to generate a plurality of rendering commands; partitioning the page into a plurality of bands; allocating memory for at least one of the bands; rendering a bitmap in the allocated memory by processing the rendering commands; monitoring access to the allocated memory while processing a rendering command; saving off the rendering command if the processing operation attempts to access memory outside of the allocated memory; and dispatching the bitmap to a print engine. The saved off rendering commands will be retrieved and processing of them will be resumed when rendering the bitmap of the next band. Preferably, the tasks of interpreting the PDL datastream, rendering the bitmaps of the bands, and dispatching the rendered bands, are performed in parallel by separate processing units.

Abstract: A method of treating steel mill waste containing iron oxides and silica includes reacting the steel mill waste with an alkali aqueous solution in an amount sufficient to raise the pH to at least about 7 to solubilize silica to form soluble silicate compounds and silica gels and thereby produce a chemically reactive mixture. The mixture is reacted with an alkaline silicic compound to produce a solid, stable, non-polluting material.

Abstract: A preform useful in forming fiber reinforced cementitious composites is disclosed. The preform consists of a free-standing network of metal fibers. In one embodiment, the preform has a shape which bounds a substantial non-interstitial volume devoid of fibers such as a ladle lip ring or an I-beam. The amount of fibers in the preform ranges from about 1 to 10 percent by volume.

Abstract: A process for making a wearable, absorbent article is described wherein two longitudinally extending barrier leg cuffs as attached to a chassis and the barrier leg cuffs are joined to the article so that they are directed inwardly toward a longitudinally extending centerline in the first waist region of the article and directed outwardly away from the longitudinally extending centerline in the second waist region of the article. The method describes the cuffs as being first at ached in the first waist region and then in the second waist region in one embodiment and, in another embodiment, being attached in the second waist region first and then in the first waist region of the article.

Abstract: A process for making a wearable, absorbent article is described wherein two longitudinally extending barrier leg cuffs are attached to a chassis and the barrier leg cuffs are joined to the article so that they are directed inwardly toward a longitudinally extending centerline in the first waist region of the article and directed outwardly away from the longitudinally extending centerline in the second waist region of the article. The method describes the cuffs as being first attached in the first waist region and then in the second waist region in one embodiment and, in another embodiment, being attached in the second waist region first and then in the first waist region of the article.

Abstract: An apparatus for conveying and turning trays loaded with utensils including a feed conveyor which conveys trays through and around a semi-circular turning track. The turning track is delimited laterally by stationary, curved rails and to the inside toward the central point of curvature by a continuous inner belt, and having removal devices at the top end. The inner belt is provided with uniformly spaced outwardly projecting rods. The feed conveyor is in the form of a continuously driven chain conveyor which is drawn through in one piece to the upper end of the turning track, guided in the region of the turning track by rails for the chains arranged on either side to more reliably guide the trays and in order to make the drive of the entire device more sturdy in design.

Abstract: The invention is an oven system for roasting, cooking, baking and regenerating, as well as for grilling foodstuffs by supplying heat into a cooking space of the oven. The oven system includes at least one slide-in frame movable into and out of the cooking space, respectively, the slide-in frame having at least two respectively connected rotating discs which are rotatably supported on the opposing inner sides of the slide-in frame. The oven system also includes receivers for the foodstuffs which are releasably attached to the rotating discs and at least one drive mechanism mounted on the oven for rotating a rotating disc. The drive is engageable with and disengageable from the rotating disc.

Abstract: A stator winding apparatus includes devices for adjustment of the pivot of the needle and of the stroke of the needle. The apparatus includes a winding shaft assembly which includes a drive shaft, a second shaft which reciprocates linearly in response to rotation of the drive shaft, and a third shaft in which said second shaft is coaxially received. A crank shaft is coupled by an adjustable coupling to the drive shaft and the second shaft to adjust the stroke of the second shaft. Reciprocation of the second shaft causes the needle to pivot radially inwardly and outwardly.

Abstract: A safety helmet and face mask system having an interface for suspending both the helmet and the face mask on a wearer's head by a single support web, thereby eliminating the need for separate support assemblies. The system includes a helmet having a shell and liner, hooks attached to opposite sides of the liner, and a face mask having a pair of O-rings slidably mounted on straps attached at upper and lower points on opposite sides of the mask. The O-rings releasably engage the hooks on the helmet liner to integrally interconnect the helmet and liner. Buckles are located on the sides of the mask so that the effective lengths of the straps between points of connection to the mask can be varied to draw the mask and helmet together and seat the helmet and mask properly on the wearer's head. The interface provides both horizontal and vertical support for the mask by a single strap on each side of the mask.

Abstract: A method of inserting a pair of connecting portions of an insulation sheet into the slots in a stator core is disclosed. The insulation sheet includes a pair of body portions interconnected at their opposite ends by the connecting portions. The top sheet in a stack of insulation sheets is picked up and manipulated to be disposed in a vertical position. The vertically disposed insulation sheet is then gripped at positions slightly spaced inwardly from the opposite end areas of each body portion. After being gripped, the sheet is moved to a position above the stator core. At the position above the core, the intermediate area of each body portion is bowed to assume a "U" shape whereas the opposite end areas of each body portion are disposed in registry with predetermined slots of the stator core, respectively.

Abstract: The invention is a stator lamination jig system which comprises a centrally located spindle and a support for a stator lamination having a plurality of holes therein. The support is rotatively-mounted on the spindle for driving the lamination during a notching operation. A plate is included to secure the lamination on the support and a non-rotatable ejector is located below the support which has a lowered position and a raised position. An ejection cylinder is seated upon the ejector which is shaped and positioned to extend through holes in the support. The invention also comprises a cylinder connected to the ejector for driving the ejector. When the cylinder is actuated upwards, the ejector is in a raised position which urges the ejection cylinder through the holes in the support to cause the lamination to be released from the jig.

Abstract: A vehicle monitoring system having a microprocessor-based vehicle recording unit, a remote computerized data reporting unit and a data transfer interface. The vehicle recording unit is mounted on the vehicle and is automatically activated by a vibration sensor signal each time the vehicle is used, to time-stamp each trip and record the distance travelled. The vehicle unit updates and records the distance traveled based upon the number of pulses received from a magnetic sensor mounted on the vehicle. After data from a trip has been recorded in the vehicle unit, a data interface such as an electronic memory card is used to download the data to the remote reporting unit for analysis and generation of reports on trip activity.

Abstract: An exposure and pressure applicator device for use in printing an image onto an imaging media, containing photosensitive microcapsules comprising: an exposure means adjacent to the imaging media comprising at least one exposure-producing element which image-wise exposes the imaging media providing a latent image thereon; a pressure applicator means containing at least one point contact element to apply a uniform rupturing force to the exposed imaging media; and motive means for effectuating synchronous movement of both exposure means and pressure applicator means relative to the imaging media, are described.

Abstract: The invention comprises a transmission device incorporating a database holding numerous game data and a receiving device on which computer games can be played. The receiving device accepts numerous game data transmitted cyclically by the transmission device, selects and stores specified game data and is used to play the game. When the receiving device is used as a commercial game machine, it is fitted with a coin input unit. When a coin is input into the unit, key input is enabled and the game can then be played. If a game calls for more than one player, the host computer at the transmission device end controls the order of input of the terminal devices.

Abstract: The invention is a lock for the bowl support of a food mixing machine. After the bowl is raised into the mixing position, the lock ensures that the bowl maintains its position and is not subject to creep. The mixing machine comprises a mixing head, a mixing bowl support for supporting a mixing bowl under the mixing head, a gear train for moving the bowl support and mixing bowl into position beneath the mixing head, and a lock which engages the gear train to prevent the bowl support from moving out of position beneath the mixing head during mixing. The lock is preferably a pawl which engages one of the gears in the gear train, preventing the bowl and the bowl support from moving out of position.