Abstract: A method of in-situ processing of a subterranean oil shale formation to produce hydrocarbons comprising contacting the oil shale with (i) a carbon monoxide/water mixture or (ii) a carbon monoxide/water/hydrogen mixture together with at least one liquefaction promoter, under pressure and heat to produce hydrocarbons.

Abstract: A system has tags communicating by means of low frequency (below 1 megahertz) with routers which in turn communicate with nameservers. The tags have IP addresses, either explicitly programmed into the tags or associated in a virtual way with the tags. Lookups analogous to domain lookups permit human-friendly inquiries of tag status and location. Static (battery-backed) RAM in a tag permits great versatility in the localized function of the tag.

Abstract: A security tag affixed to a mobile phone for monitoring, tracking, and securing the mobile phone within a protected region. The security tag includes: a tag antenna operable at a low radio frequency not exceeding one megahertz; a tag transceiver operatively connected to the device antenna, the transceiver operable to receive radio signals at the low radio frequency and generate data signals at the said low radio frequency, in response thereto; and a microcontroller operatively coupled with the transceiver, the microcontroller being configured to cause the transceiver to emit a signal when the mobile phone is exiting the protected region.

Abstract: A method of in-situ processing of a subterranean oil shale formation to produce hydrocarbons comprising contacting the oil shale with (i) a carbon monoxide/water mixture or (ii) a carbon monoxide/water/hydrogen mixture together with at least one liquefaction promoter, under pressure and heat to produce hydrocarbons.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for assessing the field of vision, wherein FDF stimuli are produced and detected by a person using the at least one eye to be examined. The invention is based on the object of providing a novel method and a device in order to efficiently assess the field of vision of a person and/or in order to recognize early signs of disease processes, which can lead to limitations in the field of vision. For this purpose, the invention provides that the production of the FDF stimuli is carried out by utilizing a computer-controlled system for the efficient determination of the vision and that the respective FDF stimulus is generated by utilizing an imaging device.

Abstract: A method of in-situ processing of a subterranean oil shale formation to produce hydrocarbons comprising contacting the oil shale with (i) a carbon monoxide/water mixture or (ii) a carbon monoxide/water/hydrogen mixture together with at least one liquefaction promoter, under pressure and heat to produce hydrocarbons.

Abstract: A system stores documents in a repository and includes a repository for storing data representing a document. An interface processor receives and stores document data representing a first document and an associated document identifier. A document processor automatically parses and processes the received document data to identify and store data indicating: (a) internal document structure and characteristics, and (b) external document relationships. The internal document structure and characteristics include a compilation of searchable keywords and key values. The external document relationships include an association or hierarchical relationship between the first document and one or more different documents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for assessing the field of vision, wherein FDF stimuli are produced and detected by a person using the at least one eye to be examined. The invention is based on the object of providing a novel method and a device in order to efficiently assess the field of vision of a person and/or in order to recognize early signs of disease processes, which can lead to limitations in the field of vision. For this purpose, the invention provides that the production of the FDF stimuli is carried out by utilizing a computer-controlled system for the efficient determination of the vision and that the respective FDF stimulus is generated by utilizing an imaging device.

Abstract: A networked card for identifying and tracking animate and inanimate objects and personnel, the card including: a radio frequency modem operable at a low radio frequency not exceeding one megahertz, the modem including a full duplex transmitter and receiver; a loop antenna operatively coupled with the radio frequency modem, the antenna operable within a range of hundreds of feet; a programmable microprocessor operatively coupled with the radio frequency modem and fully programmable within a network; a memory operatively coupled with the programmable microprocessor, the memory holding identification data; and a battery for providing power to the microprocessor.

Abstract: A dictionary system provides a term repository supporting the operation of an enterprise, which dynamically updates its content in response to system use. An input processor acquires transaction message data in at least one of a plurality of different data formats. A data processor parses the acquired transaction message data to extract a term from the message data. The processor then compares the extracted term to terms in a first term repository. The first term repository is updated to include the extracted term if the extracted term is absent from said first term repository. A communication processor intermittently processes the content of said first term repository to be suitable for communication to a second term repository.

Abstract: A two-tiered networked card for identifying and tracking animate and inanimate objects and personnel includes: some components housed in a thick tier of the card and other components housed in the thin tier of the card. The components are: a radio frequency modem operable at a low radio frequency, a loop antenna, a programmable microprocessor, a memory, and a connector for a battery.

Abstract: A system for storing documents in a repository includes a repository for storing data representing a document. An interface processor receives and stores document data representing a first document and an associated document identifier. A document processor automatically parses and processes the received document data to identify and store data indicating: (a) internal document structure and characteristics, and (b) external document relationships. The internal document structure and characteristics include a compilation of searchable keywords and key values. The external document relationships include an association or hierarchical relationship between the first document and one or more different documents.

Abstract: The disclosed systems and methods for hedging risk of differential loss related to separate pools of loan investments use criteria established by the parties for hedging risk of differential loss rates. The system monitors indirect performance indicators for a Reference Pool and a Subject Pool of loans, compares the indicators, and calculates a payment due between the parties (if any) based on performance differences for the two pools and a payment formula. Any payment due is paid according to a pre-established payment cycle. The loan pools may be formed and adjusted based on various factors, such as to compensate for changes in one of the pools. The payment formula may also be adjusted to compensate for changes or differences in the loan pools. The system may hedge either party's credit loss related to the Subject Pool if its loans perform differently than the loans in the Reference Pool.

Abstract: A dictionary system provides a term repository supporting the operation of an enterprise, which dynamically updates its content in response to system use. An input processor acquires transaction message data in at least one of a plurality of different data formats. A data processor parses the acquired transaction message data to extract a term from the message data. The processor then compares the extracted term to terms in a first term repository. The first term repository is updated to include the extracted term if the extracted term is absent from said first term repository. A communication processor intermittently processes the content of said first term repository to be suitable for communication to a second term repository.

Abstract: A system for providing a generic healthcare data repository includes an input processor for acquiring healthcare transaction message data in at least one of a plurality of different data formats. A data processor extracts message content type and patient associated identifier information from the transaction message data, processes the transaction message data for storage in a structured repository in a location specified using the patient associated identifier information. A storage processor stores the processed transaction message data in the structured repository.

Abstract: A polymer-drug conjugate, in which the polymer is the polysaccharide dextrin, linked directly or indirectly to the drug, is effective to deliver the drug to a target site and is biodegradable. The conjugate may be prepared by succinoylating dextrin followed by reaction with the drug or a derivative thereof.

Abstract: A computer system having servers and coupled to a network supports a distributed directory and a directory monitor service. The monitor service may include a domain analyzer and domain model at each of several servers; and, a network administrator and network model on an enterprise server of the network. A domain analyzer monitors the network to detect messages associated with directory operations initiated or performed by the same or another server in the network. Methods performed by one or more servers predict system and network failures. One such method includes receiving a first message, receiving a second message, and conditionally raising an alert condition. The first message indicates the beginning of a replication of a portion of a directory and indicates a beginning time. The second message indicates completion of the replication of the portion of the directory and indicates an ending time.

Abstract: A large panel surface planer is provided. The planer has a flat platform d as a mounting base. A pair of channel rails are clamped to the mounting base using c-clamps at the ends of each channel rail. A workpiece is secured to the flat platform using one or more pairs of back-to-back clamps which clamp both the workpiece and the flat platform. A pair of rectangular guide bars are clamped to and aligned orthogonally with the channel rails using a c-clamp at each end of each guide bar. A tool stop is also clamped at the channel rail-guide bar intersection providing both a tool stop and a spacer for alignment of the spacing between the guide bars. A cutting tool, such as a router, is then manually moved across the surface of the workpiece using the guide bar to hold the tool in position (both height and lateral position). After planing a particular set position, it is necessary to manually reposition the guide bar for the next cut and to continue sequentially until the entire workpiece has been planed.

Abstract: An apparatus for upgrading/repairing existing piping systems of a nuclear reactor without removal/replacement of the old piping. The process involves the steps of machining a counterbore of exposed corrosion-susceptible material and then depositing a corrosion-resistant weld material, thereby isolating the weld joint from corrosion susceptibility. A tool is inserted into the inside diameter of the piping system through an inspection port, valve body or segment removal. Then a tool mounting fixture equipped with axial and rotational capabilities is positioned in relation to the weld joint and locked in place. The tool mounting fixture remains locked in place throughout the entire repair process. A work surface mapping module is programmed to first gather relative reference points throughout the entire repair region. Upon data acquisition completion, the system creates a map of the existing inside diameter configuration.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning of a reactor pressure vessel head closure stud. The surface of the stud is cleaned by power vacuum brushing. The stud is hung vertically in a cabinet which supports a vertically elevatable spinner housing. The stud is cleaned in a single process using a rotating wire brush system which is rotatably mounted in the spinner housing and has a central opening for passage of the stud. A plurality of wire bushes are arranged in a circular array surrounding the stud. While the wire brushes are rotating in contact with the stud external surface, the spinner housing and wire brush assembly are displaced vertically by an elevator so that the rotating brushes travel along the full length of the stud. The rotating brushes remove accumulated material on the stud surface. The resulting contaminated debris is contained in a volume enclosed by a brush canister and a bellows. The bellows expands or contracts as the elevator travels.