Abstract: According to some embodiments, a method of operation of a wireless transmitter in a wireless communication network comprises: encoding a set of information carrying data bits u of length K with a linear outer code to generate a set of outer parity bits p along with the data bits u; interleaving the set of outer parity bits p and the data bits u using a predetermined interleaving mapping function that depends on the number of data bits K and is operable to distribute some bits of the set of parity bits p in front of some data bits u; and encoding the interleaved bits using a Polar encoder to generate a set of encoded bits x. Various interleaving mapping functions are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a pressurized hydro-electrical generating system that uses pressurized water contained in a sealed tank to rotate a turbine assembly, thereby rotating an armature of electro-magnetic coils around a shaft to produce electrical energy. The low cost system uses a limited amount of water as to conserve the valuable resource of water.

Abstract: Described is a locking mechanism for a lock box comprising a plurality of buttons connected to either a sliding dawg or a dummy dawg. The sliding and dummy dawgs are supported by a retaining bar in a first position and can slide into a second position when its corresponding button is pressed. Each dawg comprises a hook that is adapted to engage with a lock bar. The sliding dawgs have hooks that are engaged with the lock bar until the corresponding button is pressed, while the dummy dawgs have hooks that are not engaged with the lock bar unless the corresponding button is pressed. The locking mechanism locks if a button corresponding to a dummy dawg has been pressed, and the locking mechanism can then be opened only by use of a key. The locking mechanism opens if the correct buttons are pressed, regardless of the sequence.

Abstract: A carbonated beverage storage system for preserving the carbonation in a carbonated beverage after it has been opened. The system includes reusable caps that can be secured to opened carbonated beverage containers. The reusable caps include an opening having a gasket therein that provides an airtight seal. A housing is provided that includes a bottle receiving section with a nozzle that can be inserted into the gasket of the reusable cap. An air pump is in fluid communication with the nozzle and can be used to fill the empty space within the beverage container with air in order to preserve the carbonation in the beverage. The beverage container can then be removed from the housing and the reusable cap provides a seal so that the air does not escape the bottle.

Abstract: Described is a locking mechanism for a lock box comprising a plurality of buttons connected to either a sliding dawg or a dummy dawg. The sliding and dummy dawgs are supported by a retaining bar in a first position and can slide into a second position when its corresponding button is pressed. Each dawg comprises a hook that is adapted to engage with a lock bar. The sliding dawgs have hooks that are engaged with the lock bar until the corresponding button is pressed, while the dummy dawgs have hooks that are not engaged with the lock bar unless the corresponding button is pressed. The locking mechanism locks if a button corresponding to a dummy dawg has been pressed, and the locking mechanism can then be opened only by use of a key. The locking mechanism opens if the correct buttons are pressed, regardless of the sequence.

Abstract: A headliner for mounting in the passenger compartment of a vehicle is formed from a plurality of layers of materials including foamed polyurethane, fiber glass, scrim and remay. The layers are bonded together under heat and pressure which cures an incorporated adhesive.

Abstract: A panel formed as a laminate with a decorative fabric at the exposed face includes a pair of foamed resin layers as backing material. Between the foamed resin layers is a fiber glass layer for strength. Means are provided to attach the panel to a substrate.

Abstract: A headliner for mounting in the passenger compartment of a vehicle is formed from a plurality of layers of materials including foamed polyurethane, fiber glass, scrim and remay. The layers are bonded together under heat and pressure which cures an incorporated adhesive.

Abstract: A panel formed as a laminate with a decorative fabric at the exposed face includes a pair of foamed resin layers as backing material. Between the foamed resin layers is a fiber glass layer for strength. Means are provided to attach the panel to a substrate.