Abstract: A single reflector, two-axis MEMS scanner made of a substrate. The substrate has nested, cut-out regions. Each region is independently rotatable about one of the axes. The axes of the regions are substantially orthogonal.

Abstract: A solvent recovery dryer having a flow sensing device in communication with the output of the solvent recovery dryer. The flow sensing device is in operable communication with a computer and the computer calculates the flow rate of liquid being recovered, and controls the dryer when a certain flow rate is reached. The computer also stores and displays flow rate data. The flow sensing device provides for nearly continuous monitoring of the flow rate, and also provides for accurate monitoring of flow rates at high and low levels of liquid flow.

Abstract: A method of producing ferrate is disclosed, in which Fe.sup.3+ is oxidized with monoperoxosulfate (HSO.sub.5.sup.-) to form K.sub.2 FeO.sub.4 /K.sub.2 SO.sub.4. The isolation of the potassium ferrate (K.sub.2 FeO.sub.4) product in a sulfate matrix (K.sub.2 SO.sub.4) stabilizes the ferrate against decomposition and inhibits clumping of the solid product by inhibiting moisture adsorption. The method is a safe, simple process for the production of ferrate that is reliable, fast, and inexpensive, and that avoids the use of chlorine or chlorinated products, thus avoiding their harmful side effects. The improved ferrate product of this method is particularly useful for water and wastewater treatment, especially in the treatment of sulfides and hydrazines, and in other applications.

Abstract: An electrically actuated microelectromechanical television scanning device for television image scanning or related functions. The scanning device can be produced in forms having characteristic dimensions in the submillimeter range. The scanning device consists of an electrostatically actuated plate with two degrees of freedom. A photoemitter, photoreceptor or other suitable device may be located on the plate, facilitating operation of the device as a flying spot scanner, television image dissector or television display. The scanning device can be fabricated similarly to monolithic integrated circuits.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for eliminating unnecessary address transitions on an DRAM address bus and DRAM write enable line. In a known DRAM controller and DRAM array, all address transitions on the CPU address bus are mirrored by address transitions on the DRAM address bus. The present invention eliminates all address transitions not associated with an actual DRAM access cycle by eliminating the DRAM controller's address multiplexer and replacing it with a multiplexing driver circuit and a bus holder circuit. In a similar fashion, a DRAM write enable circuit eliminates all transitions on the DRAM write enable line that are not associated with actual DRAM access cycles. Although specifically discussed in terms of a DRAM array and its associated circuitry, the portion of the present invention that reduces address transitions on the DRAM address lines could be used in any device currently using a multiplexer.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing the power consumption of a processor in a computer system where a programming structure running on the processor determines when the processor is in an inactive state to cause clocking signals and the power supply to be disabled to the processor. The processor is again coupled to the power supply and the clock signals in response to a periodic interrupt signal, a non-periodic interrupt or a bus request from a peripheral device. Thereafter, the programming structure signals the control logic again when the processor reenters the inactive state, such that the control logic disables the clock signals and decouples the power supply to the processor when the processor returns to the inactive state. The method is extended to offer the ability to shut down the processor from programming structures running on alternate masters or subsystem controllers within the same system.

Abstract: The inventive device includes a circular member positionable atop a beverage can. A semi-circular aperture directed through the circular member permits a projection of an opening lever of the can therethrough to secure the device to the can. A plurality of elongated apertures are directed through the circular member and are positioned for alignment with an opening of the can to permit egress of liquid from the can while precluding ingress of insects thereinto.

Abstract: A tray is described for storing and transporting a module. The tray includes a slot which can be used to hold the module in an upright position to allow the module to be filled with water.

Abstract: The present invention provides a heavy duty, high strength, collapsible pallet type container which may be formed entirely by injection molded plastic techniques and which is designed for nesting when stacked in the erected or collapsed mode. The side and end walls of the container are pivotally connected to the pallet base means of integrally molded snap-fitting hinges.

Abstract: Keepnets allowing safer and easier release of fish retained therein with reduced danger of damage to the fish comprise a tubular net (1) open at one end (2) and closed at the other (3), the net having a rigid mouth-ring (5), a terminal ring at the closed end and a plurality of intermediate support rings (4) spaced along its length between the mouth-ring and the terminal ring. One of the intermediate rings (10) is of substantially rigid construction as opposed to the relative flexibility of the remaining intermediate rings (4). The rigid ring (10) is used as a secondary mouth when releasing the fish to reduce the length of net over which they have to be tumbled and thus the risk of damage to them. Various designs of net using this principle are described.

Abstract: An improved abrasion and cut resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes and like wearing apparel. The surface of the invention provides a porous surface particularly useful in work environments where it is necessary for a workman to use gloves, but which gloves are breathable and have moisture absorbing properties. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.

Abstract: An improved slip and/or skid resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes, floor coverings in work areas and the like. The surface of the invention provides a porous gripping surface particularly useful in greasy and oily environments where it is necessary for a workman to be able to grip mechanical devices or loose objects having a coating of oil or grease. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.

Abstract: An improved slip and/or skid resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes, floor coverings in work areas and the like. The surface of the invention provides a porous gripping surface particularly useful in greasy and oily environments where it is necessary for a workman to be able to grip mechanical devices or loose objects having a coating of oil or grease. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.

Abstract: An improved abrasion and cut resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes and like wearing apparel. The surface of the invention provides a porous surface particularly useful in work environments where it is necessary for a workman to use gloves, but which gloves are breathable and have moisture absorbing properties. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.

Abstract: Methods are provided for producing protective work gloves and other wearing apparel, having a variety of different protective and surface characteristics, as desired, without any separate cutting, knitting or sewing operations, and wearing apparel so produced by such methods. The method includes, for example, developing a work glove including its liner in a series of steps applied sequentially to a single form moving through a production line. The method eliminates the need for a separate operation for producing fabric liners including cutting, sewing and the manual loading of each individual liner on a form for subsequent dipping and coating operations. The resulting gloves may be moisture impervious or breathable, and have a variety of textured surfaces for various uses.

Abstract: An improved slip and/or skid resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes, floor coverings in work areas and the like. The surface of the invention provides a porous gripping surface particularly useful in greasy and oily environments where it is necessary for a workman to be able to grip mechanical devices or loose objects having a coating of oil or grease. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.

Abstract: An improved abrasion and cut resistant surface is provided for work gloves, work shoes and like wearing apparel. The surface of the invention provides a porous surface particularly useful in work environments where it is necessary for a workman to use gloves, but which gloves are breathable and have moisture absorbing properties. The surface of the invention is a foam surface laminated to a substrate. The foam, prior to lamination, may be foamed with varying amounts of air depending upon the degree of abrasion resistance required. The foaming may be by mechanical or chemical means.