Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present disclosure provide techniques for dynamically and reliably scaling a data processing pipeline in a computing environment. The method generally includes receiving a definition of a data pipeline to be instantiated on a set of resources in a computing environment. The data pipeline is converted into a plurality of steps, each step being defined as one or more workers. The one or more workers are instantiated. Each worker generally includes a user process and a processing coordinator to coordinate termination of the user process. Communications are orchestrated between one or more data sources and the one or more workers. The one or more workers are terminated by invoking a termination coordination process exposed by the user process and the processing coordinator associated with each worker of the one or more workers.

Abstract: The invention provides a water bath toy having a pump that draws water from a bath tub or pool and discharges the water back into the source. The pump is battery powered or hand powered. The invention includes a plurality of output options and a selector for choosing the active output feature. These features may include a narrow spray nozzle, a wide spray nozzle, a flexible hose, and a cascade with configurable obstructions that affect the water flow. The outer body of the water bath toy is configured to fit over the sidewall of a pool or bath tub.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a structure for coupling a plug connector to a receptacle connector by simply pushing the plug connector to lock into place on a receptacle connector and pull the coupling nut to release. Although the action of the push to lock and pull to release is not unique to the connector industry, the present invention is unique in that the plug and receptacle connectors are locked from relative circumferential motion or axial motion to each other when coupled. The connector in a locked mated condition prevents relative motion during high shock and vibration applications. This is achieved by making surface contact between the plug connector and the receptacle connector with a considerable force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a structure for coupling a plug connector to a receptacle connector by simply pushing the plug connector to lock into place on a receptacle connector and pull the coupling nut to release. Although the action of the push to lock and pull to release is not unique to the connector industry, the present invention is unique in that the plug and receptacle connectors are locked from relative circumferential motion or axial motion to each other when coupled. The connector in a locked mated condition prevents relative motion during high shock and vibration applications. This is achieved by making surface contact between the plug connector and the receptacle connector with a considerable force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a structure for coupling a plug connector to a receptacle connector by simply pushing the plug connector to lock into place on a receptacle connector and pull the coupling nut to release. Although the action of the push to lock and pull to release is not unique to the connector industry, the present invention is unique in that the plug and receptacle connectors are locked from relative circumferential motion or axial motion to each other when coupled. The connector in a locked mated condition prevents relative motion during high shock and vibration applications. This is achieved by making surface contact between the plug connector and the receptacle connector with a considerable force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a structure for coupling a plug connector to a receptacle connector by simply pushing the plug connector to lock into place on a receptacle connector and pull the coupling nut to release. Although the action of the push to lock and pull to release is not unique to the connector industry, the present invention is unique in that the plug and receptacle connectors are locked from relative circumferential motion or axial motion to each other when coupled. The connector in a locked mated condition prevents relative motion during high shock and vibration applications. This is achieved by making surface contact between the plug connector and the receptacle connector with a considerable force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an automotive integrated power module system in which an electrical connector can be connected to a converter having integral contacts. The contacts which are connected to shielded cable, are sealed from the environment. The present invention provides an electrical connector for connection to a converter having integral contacts.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a retractable handle which has an extended rotatable position and is movable to a retracted, stowed condition. The handle advantageously can be moved to an extended position in which a detent provides sufficient force so that the handle can be used in operation for coupling or de-coupling the connector from a mating connector. Advantageously, when in the stowed retracted position, the handle is unobtrusive and should not interfere with moving objects that are near by. The handle includes a detent mechanism which provides sufficient force to hold the handle in either the extended rotatable position or the stowed, retracted position.

Abstract: A refractory brick particularly suited for constructing a diffusor wall for an industrial heat source. The brick includes a substantially tubular body having a first end, a second end opposed to the first end, an inner surface defining a passageway extending in the longitudinal direction of the body from the first end to the second end, and an outer peripheral surface extending from the first end to the second end. The outer peripheral surface has a complementary shape that allows mating of a plurality of the bricks to form cooperatively a diffusor wall. Mating means is formed on or in the outer peripheral surface for engaging corresponding mating means formed on or in outer peripheral surfaces of adjacent bricks when assembled as a diffusor wall.