Abstract: A reconfigurable computer system which includes two computer subsystems, corresponding lines of the system busses of the two computer subsystems being interconnected by solid state switches. Each of the computer subsystems includes a control component, a service processor, which when an error is detected that would render the subsystem inoperative, causes the solid state switches to open to sever the connection between the system busses of the two computer subsystems so that the computer subsystem that has not suffered such a failure can continue to operate. A communication link is also established between the two service processors. Either, or both, service processors can sever the link between them.

Abstract: An jounce bumper apparatus has an elastomeric body (18) bonded directly to a head (30) of a threaded fastener (20) for providing controlled impact of a second member 46, such as a lower control arm of a vehicle suspension, with an adjacent first member (48), such as a vehicle frame. Bonding strength may be enhanced by the use of an enlarged head (30) combined with forming circumferential grooves thereon.

Abstract: A relatively flexible thermoplastic air bag cover is provided including a front panel wherein switch activating members enhance activation of a membrane-type switch located at a switch location area of the front panel. This feature provides pressure points which enhance activation of the membrane-type switch. The switch activating members are located on the rear inner surface of the cover in one embodiment and, in another embodiment, on the upper surface of a back plate which provides a hollow compartment for the switch. The switch activating members can be integrally formed in the shape of small circles, ribs, raised dots, X's, etc.

Abstract: In order to increase the information exchange speed among the several transaction members or subsystems organized around a bus carried on a backpanel, all lines of the bus are isolated, using CMOS switches, from the stub to each transaction member which is not instantaneously required for information exchange. The CMOS switches are physically placed as close as practical to the junction of each individual stub to the bus proper. This is achieved by placing the integrated circuits containing the CMOS switches on each subsystem circuit board proximate the male-edge-connector-to-female-edge-connector regions at which the junctions between the bus proper and the stubs are established. Preferably, the CMOS switch integrated circuits are emplaced on the backpanel itself proximate the edge connector regions communicating with each of the subsystems.

Abstract: An adjustable non-destructive exhibit mounting system includes a lever, a fulcrum for supporting the lever, and a device for adjustably urging an end of the lever against an exhibit, thereby securing the exhibit against a planar display surface. The end of the lever which contacts the exhibit is provided with a sleeve-like protecting pad. The mounting system can accommodate the mounting of various sized planar exhibits. The adjusting device includes a base which can rest against the display surface, a threaded bolt extending from the base and at least one nut threadably engaging the bolt. The nut may be set to urge the lever into a position tensioning the protecting pad against the exhibit.

Abstract: An ashtray, particularly for automotive vehicles, includes a receiving frame which can be fastened in a wall recess, a receiving housing pivotably connected to the frame, and an ashtray insert removably arranged in the housing. The ashtray insert is mounted in the receiving housing in such a manner that it can be lifted toward an opening between the frame and the housing by an actuating element such as a spring-steel strip. A detent spring includes a detent projection which releasably holds the insert within the housing and a deceleration projection which prevents the insert from being ejected when it is released.

Abstract: A memory organization system is disclosed which comprises an improved, bit-organized RAM system. The invention substantially limits errors within the RAM system such that they are error-correctible by existing error detection and correction means. Commonly available RAMs are organized on a logic board such that each bit of a word being addressed is provided by a different RAM chip and is driven by a distinct driver. In this manner a malfunction in either a chip or a driver circuit results in only a one-bit error per word and overall system performance is also improved.