Abstract: A memory pool controller accesses multiple tiers of memory. Characteristics that sort memory into tiers may include, for example, slow/fast/fastest, longer-latency/shorter-latency, local/remote, compressed/uncompressed, bandwidth, jitter, capacity, and persistence, or a combination thereof. The controller may select and migrate blocks of data (e.g., pages) from one tier of memory to another. The controller uses a pointer during blocks migrations to allow applications to access migrating blocks without stopping the running workload. The controller also monitors the access frequency of blocks so that less frequently accessed blocks may be selected for migration to lower performance tiers of memory and more frequently accessed blocks migrated to higher performance tiers.

Abstract: A flag installer apparatus 10 for installing and removing the flag staff 102 of a flag 104 relative to an elevated angled receptacle 101 affixed to a utility pole 100. The apparatus 10 comprises an extensible pole unit 11 operatively connected to a flag staff capture and release unit 13 by an adjustable connector unit 12.

Abstract: A compound miter jig apparatus includes a base unit and a plurality of connectors for connecting the base unit to an article to be cut. A pair of pivot support assemblies arc connected to the base unit. The pivot support assemblies are spaced apart from each other on the base unit and include longitudinally adjustable first pivot elements. A bearing block assembly is supported by the first pivot elements and is located between the first pivot elements. The bearing block assembly includes a pair of second pivot elements in contact with the first pivot elements. The bearing block assembly also includes a shaft bearing assembly. A shaft assembly is supported by the shaft bearing assembly. The shaft assembly includes a chain-saw-connector assembly. An adjustable tilt-lock assembly is supported by the base unit and is connected to the bearing block assembly for locking the bearing block assembly at a predetermined angular tilt.