Abstract: A stream computing application may be configured to manage the flow of tuples through a section of an operator graph. A window may be generated over one or more stream operators. The window may include breakpoint thresholds that set the maximum flow of tuples within the window. The stream operators within the window may be monitored to determine the flow of tuples occurring within the window using tuple flow counts. The tuple flow counts may be compared to the breakpoint thresholds to determine whether a breakpoint condition has occurred. If a breakpoint condition has occurred, a tuple flow change may be implemented to reduce the flow of tuples within the window.

Abstract: A high performance method for recovery of metal from aqueous solutions is carried out using an electrochemical cell having a cathode assembly that includes a nonporous support member, a primary cathode, and a nonconductive or conductive porous material covering the primary cathode. An anode is spaced apart from the cathode assembly. Fluid is caused to flow through the porous material to the primary cathode, through openings or fluid collection channels in the nonporous support member, and uniformly out of the cell. Uniform and efficient deposition of metal is accomplished over the entire cathode assembly because of modulation of fluid flow and increased mass transfer.

Abstract: A high performance electrochemical cell is useful for recovery of metal from aqueous solutions. The electrochemical cell has a cathode assembly that includes a nonporous support member, a primary cathode, and a nonconductive or conductive porous material covering the primary cathode. An anode is spaced apart from the cathode assembly. Fluid is caused to flow through the porous material to the primary cathode, through openings or fluid collection channels in the nonporous support member, and uniformly out of the cell. Uniform and efficient deposition of metal is accomplished over the entire primary cathode because of modulation of fluid flow and increased mass transfer.

Abstract: A method of treating a solute in a liquid solution in order to render the solution more acceptable for discharge into the environment, comprises electrolyzing the solution with an anode comprising electrically conductive crystalline doped diamond to thereby oxidize the solute.

Abstract: A hermetic enclosure assembly having a metal header cover with interior and exterior portions and defining a plurality of apertures. A header body of rigid plastic material is adhered to and fills a substantial part of the interior portion of the header cover. A plurality of conductive leads protrude through the apertures, and bushings surround the conductive leads at the interior and exterior portions of the header cover where the pins protrude. A metal header casing is adhered to the metal header cover such that the interior portion of the header cover is completely enclosed. The assembly provides a minimum of plastic located exteriorly of the assembly and a maximum located interiorly.

Abstract: A process for making an encapsulated electrical insulation system such as a transformer which includes a porous fiber material filling. The system is vacuum baked at a temperature range of 100.degree. C. to 155.degree. C. for at least four hours, and is then vacuum impregnated with a mixture of a modified bisphenol A epoxy resin hardener comprising various acid anhydrides plus promoters. Pressure is then applied to the system of 1,000 psi. of nitrogen at 80.degree. C. for 2 to 12 hours. Thereafter, the temperature is increased to 110.degree. C. for 2 to 12 hours. The system is then cured at 135.degree. C. for approximately 12 to 24 hours. To minimize corona, shields are placed in selected portions of the transformer, the shields having edges formed into radii ends to avoid points at which corona would normally tend to concentrate. Also, the transformer is wound using ultra-clean components to obtain a transformer package that is free from impurities prior to impregnation.