Abstract: A clot removal system comprises a catheter, a vacuum source, and a controller. The catheter comprises a proximal end, a distal end, and controller operating parameters and defines a lumen configured to be filled with a liquid column having a proximal portion. The vacuum source is configured to supply vacuum. The controller is configured to carry out a control pattern of turning on and off the vacuum based upon the controller operating parameters and is configured to receive the controller operating parameters in an automatic response to the catheter being operatively connected to at least one of the vacuum source and the controller and, responsive to the connection, to carry out the control pattern to change a level of vacuum at the distal end of the catheter.

Abstract: Techniques for operating tape heads are provided. In an example, a method includes detecting a potential at a sensor region, determining a target potential using a transfer function, and applying the target potential to an effector region.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided related to magnetic recording tape. Respective voltage sources are coupled to respective magnetic head components of a tape recording apparatus. Circuitry controls each voltage source independently in accordance with identity information for a magnetic tape, relative humidity within the tape recording apparatus, or other factors. Chemical migration from the tape, and/or plating or erosion of elements of the tape recording apparatus are substantially reduced or eliminated according to the present teachings.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided related to magnetic recording tape. Respective voltage sources are coupled to respective magnetic head components of a tape recording apparatus. Circuitry controls each voltage source independently in accordance with identity information for a magnetic tape, relative humidity within the tape recording apparatus, or other factors. Chemical migration from the tape, and/or plating or erosion of elements of the tape recording apparatus are substantially reduced or eliminated according to the present teachings.

Abstract: The method disclosed allows a user, such as a trader, to create a visual diagram of his/her trading strategy on a computer screen without actually writing any program code. The trading strategy can be created via a simple diagram. The instructions, the lines of code required to execute the process, can be created via a “wizard” or “strategy builder” so as to shield the user from entering many lines of instructions for the program code. The software program can be created by a user with little or no knowledge of programming where the program created performs a function without requiring the user to write the lines of code. Thus, a trader can create a program that he/she can use to create a trading strategy via a user editable diagram.

Abstract: A plurality of read/write heads is disclosed for a magnetic media storage system, such as, for example a magnetic tape drive. Each head can include a plurality of data channels. In addition to enhancing data throughput, the plurality of read/write heads can be aligned to read or write bands of tracks on a magnetic tape with only one positioning mode (e.g., without coarse position actuation and control), and also obtain optimum yield and crosstalk values.

Abstract: A manufacturing pallet 100 has provisions for supporting an opto-electronic package 10 on a frame 112. Openings 110A, 110B are provided through the frame to enable mechanical access to the opto-electronic package from below the frame. Additionally, lead access openings 114A, 114B are provided to enable electrical access to the leads 12 of the package 10. As a result, the opto-electronic package need not be manipulated. Instead, the package can be carried on the frame, which is then installed directly on top of a given machine. The machine mechanically engages the package via the openings.

Abstract: A manufacturing pallet 100 has provisions for supporting an opto-electronic package 10 on a frame 112. Openings 110A, 110B are provided through the frame to enable mechanical access to the opto-electronic package from below the frame. Additionally, lead access openings 114A, 114B are provided to enable electrical access to the leads 12 of the package 10. As a result, the opto-electronic package need not be manipulated. Instead, the package can be carried on the frame, which is then installed directly on top of a given machine. The machine mechanically engages the package via the openings.

Abstract: An automated system and method for location and insertion of a fiber optic end in the ferrule of a hybrid package provides for efficient and accurate alignment. In one embodiment, the fiber is mounted on a fiber chuck that is presented to the package by a micropositioner having four degrees of freedom. These include the three orthogonal cardinal axes (x, y, and z-axes), and a fourth degree of freedom comprising angular rotation &thgr; about the z-axis. Feedback mechanisms may be provided regarding orthogonal and angular positioning in order to optimize coupling efficiency between the fiber optic and the electronic circuit contained in the package. In another embodiment, the fiber chuck includes a longitudinal groove for seating the fiber optic during an alignment procedure. The groove interfaces with a vacuum manifold that serves to secure the 45 optical fiber to the chuck during alignment.

Abstract: An automated system and method for location and insertion of a fiber optic end in the ferrule of a hybrid package provides for efficient and accurate alignment. In one embodiment, the fiber is mounted on a fiber chuck that is presented to the package by a micropositioner having four degrees of freedom. These include the three orthogonal cardinal axes (x, y, and z-axes), and a fourth degree of freedom comprising angular rotation &thgr; about the z-axis. Feedback mechanisms may be provided regarding orthogonal and angular positioning in order to optimize coupling efficiency between the fiber optic and the electronic circuit contained in the package. In another embodiment, the fiber chuck includes a longitudinal groove for seating the fiber optic during an alignment procedure. The groove interfaces with a vacuum manifold that serves to secure the optical fiber to the chuck during alignment.

Abstract: One or more patches adhered to a bag have a first-patch-overhang-region and a second-patch-overhang-region, wherein at least a portion of said first-patch-overhang-region is adhered to said second-patch-overhang-region. The overhang regions are preferably present on separate patches adhered to the bag. The patches can extend completely around the bag, eliminating uncovered regions, thereby providing protection against puncture by a bone-in meat product packaged within the bag. This “full width patch bag” has been discovered to be particularly beneficial in reducing punctures in the packaging of whole bone-in pork loins. Other bag embodiments without patch overhangs are also disclosed, for solving the bone puncture problem by providing alternative full width patch bags.