Abstract: Apparatus and methods for forming an image of an object which involves focusing partially to fully spatially-coherent radiation onto a sample and collecting the resulting scattered radiation (the “standard data set”) on an array detector. In addition to the standard dataset, an additional measurement or plurality of measurements is made of a relatively-unscattered beam, using the array detector, which comprises the “modulus enforced probe (MEP) dataset”. This MEP dataset serves as an extra constraint, called the MEP constraint, in the phase retrieval algorithm used to reconstruct the image of the object.

Abstract: A system and method for correcting distorted wavefronts is provided. A wavefront sensor, or an image sensor, receives a distorted wavefront and generates intensity data, x-slope data, and y-slope data corresponding to the distorted wavefront. A controller receives the intensity data, x-slope data, and y-slope data from the wavefront sensor and generates a reconstructed wavefront using a trained neural network based on the intensity data, x-slope data, and y-slope data.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for imaging an incoherently illuminated object are provided. Image data recorded by an image detector is received. The image data comprises a plurality of images respectively corresponding to a plurality of scanning positions. Each image is produced in response to the image detector receiving incoherent light that has passed through an object and then been diffused by a scattering layer. A plurality of diffraction patterns respectively corresponding to the plurality of scanning positions are generated from the image data, and the image of the object is reconstructed based on the plurality of diffraction patterns and the plurality of scanning positions.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for forming an image of an object which involves focusing partially to fully spatially-coherent radiation onto a sample and collecting the resulting scattered radiation (the “standard data set”) on an array detector. In addition to the standard dataset, an additional measurement or plurality of measurements is made of a relatively-unscattered beam, using the array detector, which comprises the “modulus enforced probe (MEP) dataset”. This MEP dataset serves as an extra constraint, called the MEP constraint, in the phase retrieval algorithm used to reconstruct the image of the object.

Abstract: A method and system for creating a web transaction test includes sending formatted information such as HTML comprising a parsed testing form to a web browser, receiving formatted messages such as HTTP format from the web browser as a submission from the HTML testing form, and developing a test configuration file from the received HTTP information. At least one section of the parsed testing form is to be filled out from a list of predetermined selections. Preferably, the parsing of the testing from as well as the list of predetermined selections are at least in part based on information contained on the web browser.

Abstract: A method for providing an enterprise portal system includes providing test computers where each test computer is coupled to a database, providing servers where each said server supports at least one web site, and providing a portal coupled to the test computers and to a portal database. The test computers are coupled to at least one server, and operable to transmit and receive information from the at least one server. The portal is operable to transmit to and receive information from the test computers. The portal has an interface, preferably a browser, to allow the user to receive and input data. The user interface is tailored to the user, either by identifying the user individually, or by association with the user, such as a group or security level, or some other form of classification. This tailoring may be preformed before the first test is preformed, or may be incorporated into the first or latter tests for subsequent use.

Abstract: A method for testing a web site including creating at least one monitor to monitor at least one system that handles an electronic transaction, determining whether a test of the electronic transactions should be executed, monitoring the systems wherein monitor information is collected by a monitor, and processing the monitor information. The monitor information is then used in a subsequent monitor. This may be repeated for multiple subsequent monitors so that all subsequent monitors are using the original monitor information, or each subsequent monitor may use monitor information from the monitor before. Preferably all monitors are involved in the same chain of electronic transactions, so that the transactions are performed end-to-end. A monitor interface allows a user to control the execution of the composite monitor and the inclusion and timing of the individual monitors within the composite monitor.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an improvement in the "wide stance" method of manufacturing a pneumatic tire. In this method the space between the two annular wire bead bundles of the tire is substantially greater than the space between the beads in their operable condition, mounted on the recommended rim. The improvement comprises the steps of locating the bead areas of the uncured tire which contain the annular wire bead bundles in annular cavities in the tire mold which are adapted to receive the bead areas. This maintains the wire bead bundles in their proper location during the entire curing operation.

Abstract: This disclosure related to a pneumatic tire which is collapsible in its uninflated shape. This disclosure relates to a pneumatic tire and the rim combination of the pneumatic tire and a rim wherein the bead areas of the tire are capable of rotating in their mounted, uninflated shape to attain a different configuration in their mounted, inflated shape. The tire may have the characteristic wherein the sidewalls are capable of being folded axially inwardly toward each other when the tire is mounted on the rim and uninflated. In the uninflated and folded shape the tire and the combination of the tire and rim of this disclosure conserve space and weight over a standard tire and tire and rim combination. This uninflated, folded feature is designed primarily to be used as a spare tire replacement in automobiles.

Abstract: An electronic alarm circuit indicates an abnormal pressure condition in a pneumatic tire on a vehicle. The circuit includes an indicator, either in the form of a light or sound buzzer, or both, which can transmit two distinguishable signals, one indicating the presence of an abnormal pressure condition and the other to test the circuit. An actuation circuit includes a normally open pressure switch which communicates with the internal pressure of the tire and closes upon the detection of the abnormal pressure to activate the indicator. The actuation circuit also includes a resistance connected across the pressure switch to provide a path for electrical current when the switch is open to provide the test signal, as may be desired.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a pneumatic tire construction which has a decoupled bead latch located axially outwardly of the rim flange in the lower sidewall area of the tire. This decoupled feature of the bead latch is obtained by incorporating a circumferential groove therein, a series of radial grooves therein, or a combination of both. The decoupled bead latch permits it to act independently of the tire body; thereby, lessening the abrasion type of wear (chafing) which occurs on its periphery.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a pneumatic tire construction which has a bead latch located axially outwardly of the rim flange in the lower sidewall area of the tire. This construction provides a safer configuration for the tire when it is run flat or under abnormal conditions. The bead latch prevents the bead from becoming unseated on the rim and moving into the drop center portion of the rim.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a pneumatic tire that is designed to be run-flat for a certain distance without destroying the remaining life of the tire as a result of injuries to the tire during its run-flat operation. The disclosure further relates to a combination of this tire with a special rim and internal lubricating means within the air chamber defined by the rim and tire. This combination further enhances the non-destructive run-flat characteristics of the tire.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a radial ply pneumatic tire having one or more body plies containing radially directed inextensible reinforcing cords with the ply ends of such cords terminating on the same side of the bead bundle as the ply; that is, the ply ends are neither turned up or turned down around the bead bundle. The tire further has a bead connector ply containing radial, inextensible reinforcing cords, which is wrapped around the bead bundle. The inextensible radial cords of the bead connector ply and the radial cords of the body ply give the effect of one ply which is wrapped around the bead bundle. These plies may be considered to nest together to form a strong tire construction.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a fluid reservior and dispensing means and pneumatic tire-rim combination containing the reservoir and dispensing means. The reservoir is a hollow annular structure adapted to be located in the drop center area of the rim. The dispensing means is a breakable valve attached to the reservoir which is so situated in the tire cavity that it will be fractured by the tire when the tire is run uninflated thereby releasing the fluid into the tire cavity.