Abstract: A device for detecting the dispensing of drugs from a container in a way which eliminates false detection events due to mishandling of the container is disclosed. The device includes a container which may be opened and closed. It also contains a means for detecting the opening and separately detecting the closing of the container as well as means for measuring the time between these events and comparing this elapsed time to a predetermined standard indicative of drug dispensing event. The times of proper drug dispensing events are stored in the device for use by the health care professional following the patient's drug dosing compliance. Other opening and closing intervals which fall outside this time range give rise to an alternative response. They may be recorded with a notation of their probable error or they may be disregarded.

Abstract: A digital timer with constant resolution comprising a clock and a chain of binary down-counters, each of which corresponds to a timing range which is a mutiple of that of the preceding down-counter. The binary outputs of the down-counters are fed in parallel to display points of a first set of display points, enabling means being provided so that only the output of the most significant down-counter not at zero actuates the display points. A display point of a second set of display points is associated with each down-counter so that only the display point corresponding to the most significant down-counter not at zero is actuated.

Abstract: A microcomputer-controlled programmable time switch has a display for the acutal time and other functions. The other functions are obtained through easily understood legends, with keys for each individual function and with keys for the input, indication and erasure of time-dependent data and for the actuating of the switch independently of the time. If the sequence of operation is not arbitrary, the microcomputer guides an operator through the operating sequence by flashing the indicator lights required for the data readout or data input.

Abstract: The time period required for bread making is previously memorized in an internal memory of a bread making device. Time display panel normally displaying a present time displays a bread making finished time which is calculated by adding bread making time to the present time upon the operation of a starter button. When an appointed bread making finished time is set on the time display panel, the bread making process will be automatically started at a time which is calculated by subtracting the bread making time from the set time.

Abstract: An advertising system for use with an electronic parking meter. A microprocessor is connected to a memory for storing a predetermined message and a liquid crystal display displays the message and is connected to the microprocessor. The electronic parking meter also displays time remaining on the meter during a first time period, and displays the message during a second time period. The microprocessor also causes the message to scroll across the display.

Abstract: The chronometer comprises a face (11) having a first sector (14) which bears reference marks (12A) and a second sector (15) bearing reference marks (12B). A single hand is designed to move at a first speed between the starting point M of reference marks (12A) and the final point 30 of these reference marks and at a second speed between the starting point 30 of reference marks (12B) and the final point 0 of these reference marks. The displacement of the hand over the first sector lasts exactly nine minutes and thirty seconds. The displacement of the hand over the second sector lasts thirty seconds. This chronometer is specially designed to control the preparation time preceding the start of regattas.

Abstract: An improved timer circuit for engineman monitoring devices allows a "drag operation" without frequent operation of the audio/visual alarms of the monitoring devices. The circuit receives an input from an existing switch in the locomotive to select the drag input state, but this input state does not necessarily select a longer time period for the reset window. More particularly, if drag is off and the speed is between approximately 1/3 and 31/2 mph, the timeout period is long (e.g., 123 seconds), but if drag is on for this speed, the timeout period is doubled (e.g., 246 seconds). Over 31/2 mph, the state of the drag switch is ignored, and the timeout period is long until a predetermined speed is reached and thereafter decreases with increasing speed. In addition, at "zero" speed, i.e., below 1/3 mph, the timeout period is reduced to 20 seconds to prevent defeat of the system by tampering with the axle drive wires.

Abstract: A human behavior modification method and apparatus aid in withdrawing from a particular habit. A behavioral event such as smoking a cigarette may be associated with the habit numerous times over a period of time. The present method and apparatus aids withdrawal from the habit by providing a structured environment which enables one to reduce the occurrence rate of such behavioral events over a period of time in a way specifically personalized to characteristics of the user's habit. The base line behavioral pattern of a person for a specific habit is measured and used to generate a personalized withdrawal program for the specific habit and user. The user is notified of the withdrawal schedule by means of audio and/or visual stimuli, and the withdrawal program is modified as necessary based on the user's progress during withdrawal. The user interacts with the apparatus by data inputs which are processed by a microprocessor employing a series of computer programs embedded in memory.

Abstract: Briefly stated, the invention is practiced by providing a wristwatch with a case having manually actuated switches, a microcomputer in the case responsive to the switches, an annunciator responsive to the microcomputer, and an electrooptic display having a set of first segments arranged to provide digits and a set of second circumferentially spaced radial segments surrounding the first segments. The microcomputer is programmed to provide several modes of operation, such as a time of day mode, a timer mode, a chronograph mode, and a ratio calculation mode. The time of day mode is arranged to display local time of day on the first segments and time in another time zone on the second segments. The timer mode is arranged to display the time remaining in a countdown time period selected by manually actuating one of the switches. The time remaining is displayed on the first segments while local time of day is displayed on the second segments.

Abstract: An electronic clock timer for a kitchen range; in which the timer includes a control circuit, a display area, with entry elements and with a switch arranged in the control circuit, through which the appliance or electrical consumer which is controlled by the timer through a power switch, can be switched over from manual operation to automatic operation upon the digital entry of at least one complete switching or operating cycle.

Abstract: An individual parking meter intended to be fitted in a vehicle so as to be visible for inspection from the outside comprises a parking time storage for storing of a prepaid parking time, a display (3) for displaying parking time information, and a switch means (7) for starting and stopping the parking meter. The parking time storage is a self-destructing disposable time storage which, after purchase of the parking meter, cannot be extended or renewed and reused. There is provided a parking zone selector (10) affecting the time consumption so that this runs in dependance on a set parking zone (9). The display (3) shows the remaining time stored in the storage (1), and thereafter the allowed parking time (8) remaining at any time in the current zone, and also the set zone (9). Preferably, the parking meter is designed as a card (6) in which the components of the parking meter are embedded.

Abstract: An improved timer device which incorporates an electronic circuit to offer the user two selectable timer modes, either one-time timing mode or repeat-cycle timing mode. The cycle interval under the a repeat-cycle timing mode can be presetted by the user. The timer device comprises two AC power control circuits to control two loads concurrently.

Abstract: A timer apparatus which can simultaneously process a plurality of timer service requests of a plurality of control units by a single timer. This timer apparatus includes a timer for counting a clock pulse, a circuit for setting different times having a constant period from different termials and an output circuit for outputting a signal to the terminal at which the time was set from the corresponding terminal when the time coincides with a time signal output from the timer.

Abstract: A programmable timing device adapted to be programmed to produce a signal after expiration of one or a multiple of timing periods. Each actuation of a programming switch representing one such timing period. And a lockout circuit effective to limit the time within which the programming switch is effective to program the device.

Abstract: The present invention provides a timpiece including clock and timer sections which can be operated solely or in association with each other. When the clock and timer sections are combined with each other, the start of the timer section is controlled by an alarm signal from the clock section such that two different alarm functions can be attained. The alarm signal is preferably in the form of an alarm output or alarm pause output. The clock and timer secitons may be connected into a unit or mechanically disconnected from each other. When the clock section can be separated from the timer section, the state of connection therebetween and the life of a battery used can warningly be indicated.

Abstract: A delay arrangement for a program timer having a rotatable timing cam member (monoblock) including a delay ratchet wheel having a pin which engages an abutment inside the monoblock at one relative position of the delay ratchet to the monoblock. The monoblock ratchet ring has a gap at the desired delay position so that when the delay ratchet wheel is set to a desired delay, and the drive pawl is at the delay position, the drive pawl extends into the gap to only move the delay ratchet wheel until the pin engages the monoblock. The monoblock is then advanced along with the delay ratchet wheel until such time as the gap in the monoblock ratchet ring has advanced past the drive pawl. From then on, the regular monoblock advance takes over.

Abstract: A timed controller operable with a VCR for partially inhibiting operation thereof after a preselected time period has elapsed. The controller includes a clock, and a counter receiving and counting clock pulses from the clock and generating an inhibit signal upon counting a predetermined number of clock pulses corresponding to the preselected time period. A keyed switch is used to reset the counter and to control a power switch to apply power to the clock and counter. A rechargeable battery supplies power to the clock and counter for operation of the controller when the VCR is disconnected from its source of power. An interconnect cable extends between the counter and the inhibit switch, and the inhibit switch is changed into a state which disables the VCR should the cable be disconnected. An inhibit switch is positioned within the VCR to apply a control signal thereto in response to the inhibit signal to cause the VCR to automatically rewind and disable other playing functions of the VCR.

Abstract: An arrangement for the support of a program plate, preferably for a timer, including a bottom plate with a support sleeve fastened thereto and which is preferably integrally formed with the bottom plate; in which the outer surface of the support sleeve forms a rotary bearing for a hub of the program plate. The bottom plate includes a hole breakthrough which forms a guide for a drive take-off pinion of a driving mechanism for the program plate which is located below the bottom plate, and wherein the bottom plate is so recessed in the region of the support sleeve in a direction towards the driving mechanism, as to form a hollow depression. The support sleeve is constructed as a guide conduit whose outer surface, in connection with an inner surface of a tubular hub of the program plate which is open towards both sides thereof, forms a rotary bearing; wherein an inner surface of the guide conduit is provided for the receipt of a locking bolt.

Abstract: A drive mechanism for a timer includes a drive pawl having a pin which is trapped between two camming surfaces of a continuously driven drive cam. The drive pawl is slidably mounted in the timer frame so that it is linearly reciprocated when the drive cam is rotated. A spring biases the drive pawl against the ratchet track.

Abstract: Disclosed is a digital menstrual cycle indicator for indicating the fertile portion of a woman's menstrual cycle. A standard watch module that can be continuously operated in a certain adjust mode, has a multidigit display and a clock pulse source, so the module serves as an inexpensive display and clock pulse source. A divider circuit is used to divide the output of the clock pulse source and increment the multidigit display by "1" once each twenty-four hours, after the module has been forced into the adjust mode. A hidden switch is used to force the module into the adjust mode, clear the divider and clear the display. Failsafe circuits are included to prevent the erroneous display of data due to a weak battery or an interruption of the power or ground buses.

Abstract: A self-contained, battery-powered, hand-held and finger-actuated timer produces switch controlled signals at a series of increasing time intervals for timing athletic games and in form which allows the user to retain visual contact with the game being timed and also so as to leave the user's fingers free for finger signaling, or the like.

Abstract: Apparatus for producing a time standard including a source of radiation, two fibers of different length to transmit the radiation, and means to produce a signal representative of the difference in propagation time through the fibers that is constant despite temperature changes.

Abstract: A program plate for a timer with setting means preferably arranged about the circumference of the program plate for the determination of a switching program, wherein the program plate is rotatably connected with a clockwork drive mechanism for operation of the program plate. An additional time display is operable through a further drive mechanism, which evidences a higher timewise resolution than the program plate, and which is integrated into the program plate. Within the circumferential surface area of the program plate, there is rotatably supported a preferably centrally positioned display disc for the higher resolved or defined time display, in which the further drive is supported within the program plate, and wherein the display disc is actuated by the further drive by means of the differential speed between the program plate and a housing component of the clockwork mechanism.

Abstract: A sound generating device for a jogger has a generator circuit for generating pace signals the frequencies of which are different from each other in correspondence with different tempos and for generating reference clock pulses, a time counter for receiving and counting the reference clock pulses, and circuits for selectively supplying pace signals the frequencies of which are different from each other and which are supplied from the generator circuit. In response to an instruction signal generated by a switching operation, the time counter starts counting. Simultaneously, based on a selected pace signal from the generator circuit, a desired pace sound can be produced.

Abstract: A time keeping and recording device is provided, which is particularly suitable for use by lawyers and other professionals to record in an automated fashion the time spent on various activities, together with other information identifying such activities. The preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a stop clock, audio recording means, timer means, and circuit means including switch means, wherein the switch means is operable to reset and start the stop clock, and is operable to stop the stop clock, and wherein either of such operations causes the timer to enable the recorder to operate for a pre-specified time interval, during which a spoken message may be recorded.

Abstract: An expanded interval drive mechanism for a program timer includes a lift cam which periodically engages a pawl lifter to move the pawl lifter so as to lift the drive pawl away from the ratchet teeth. The ratchet teeth are at two levels. Where the ratchet teeth are at the lower level, operation of the pawl lifter prevents the drive pawl from engagement with the lower level ratchet teeth. However, the higher level ratchet teeth are always engaged by the drive pawl regardless of the operation of the pawl lifter. Therefore, an expanded interval is achieved in the region having the lower level ratchet teeth.

Abstract: A driving or operating arrangement for an electro-mechanical chronometer, including an analog display having at least one indicator element, preferably for a microchronometer and/or microswitch, wherein the indicator element is driven at a rotational speed which is dependent upon the display position. An electro-mechanical transducer forming a drive element is actuated with at least one of the two pulse frequencies, through the intermediary of a switching device controlled in dependence upon the indicator positions, dependent upon the position of the analog display.

Abstract: A method of operating a timer device having means for indicating the remaining operating time during an operating time period selected for the timer device. The timer device includes a gear train having a pair of branches coupled with the indicating means to drive it in different preselected speed modes through the selected operating time period. In this method, the indicating means is driven in one of the preselected speed modes through one of the gear train branches during an operating time period in excess of a predetermined operating time period of the timer device with the sum of the excess and predetermined operating time periods comprising the selected operating time period, and the drive of the indicating means through the other of the gear train branches is obviated during the excess operating time period.

Abstract: A timer apparatus is provided such that an operation of switches for setting a timer working hour makes it possible to memorize the timer working hour in a timer circuit and also to display this timer working hour in a digital time display device, and, to obtain an output when this timer working hour arrives. In this timer apparatus, the switches for setting a timer working hour are composed of twelve switches disposed at a positional relation corresponding to 1 o'clock to 12 o'clock on the dial plate of a clock.

Abstract: A plurality of liquid crystal display elements are radially arrayed, display elements corresponding to preset time are kept turned on, and lapse of time is successively and selectively displayed, so that the remaining time and the lapse of time can be quickly recognized from a mutual relation between the lapse of time and the preset time. Furthermore, the display elements are divided into two in the radial direction so that the preset time and the lapse of time can be displayed by the display elements which have been divided. Moreover, the time display unit displays the time in a flashing manner, such that the lapse of time and the like can be recognized more easily.

Abstract: A clutch permits rotation of a cam means from one drive means independent of another. The clutch is operable through at least two diametrically opposed fingers engaging slots which are provided on a gear, the gear being part of a gear train for the motor drive means.

Abstract: The measuring apparatus enables measuring the muzzle velocity V.sub.o of projectiles, especially sabot projectiles, wherein the sabot disintegrates immediately after departure out of the muzzle of the weapon barrel. For this purpose two measuring coils, by means of which there can be measured the muzzle velocity of the projectiles, are secured to a sleeve member which prevents disintegration of the sabot prior to the V.sub.o -measurement.

Abstract: A control panel unit for a cooking apparatus having a clock construction for indicating the time of day and a timer control unit for selecting a delayed time period and a cooking time period for causing the apparatus to provide a cooking operation for the cooking time period following the elapsing of the delay time period, the clock construction comprising an electronic clock unit and the timer control unit comprising an electromechanical control unit operating independently of the electronic clock unit.

Abstract: An electronic timer having two electromagnetic relays is disclosed. The two electromagnetic relays are mounted on an insulating base plate. The electronic timer further comprises a delay circuit. At least one of the two electromagnetic relays is connected to an external power supply through the delay circuit. These two electromagnetic relays may be connected in such a manner that when connected with an external power supply, one of them is operated instantaneously while the other is actuated after a delay time, or in such a manner that both of them are simultaneously operated after a predetermined delay time, or in such a manner that they are operated after different delay times.

Abstract: A hand-written pattern is introduced through a matrix input means and stored in a matrix memory. An alarm time is set and stored in an alarm time memory. A detection circuit develops a detection output when the current time reaches the alarm time set in the alarm time memory. In response to the detection output, the hand-written pattern stored in the matrix memory is read out and displayed on a matrix display panel.

Abstract: An electronic alarm timepiece has a time counter, an alarm time memory circuit and a coincidence detector for detecting a coincidence between the time count and the stored alarm time for actuating an alarm. The alarm time memory circuit is a presettable counter and it is presettable to load the present time count in the time counter therein. In this way, a coarse adjustment of the alarm time can be set and a manually operable mechanism is provided to increment the count in the alarm time memory circuit to obtain the precise desired alarm time.

Abstract: A countdown device such as a timer employing a digital display is provided ith a plurality of up/down counters, one for each digit column. A single control switch is provided which may be in the form of a push-button and the signal obtained therefrom acts on each counter until a predetermined count is reached and then on the succeeding counter. Thereby digital data may be rapidly introduced, precision of the representation diminishing however as the interval increases.

Abstract: Electronic watch for yacht races capable of being used for effecting a countdown from a warning signal, having sufficient possibilities of control and possessing a clear and easily identifiable display with regard to the time remaining until the starting signal of the race.The watch comprises control means which permit, by means of some of the electronic circuits incorporated in the intergrated circuit of the watch, starting and stopping of the countdown of at least one of the time sequences preceding the start of a race, correcting the display of at least one of the time sequences, and delaying the start of at least one of the time sequences of the watch, the start of the time sequences being announced by signals external to the watch.

Abstract: An electronic timer includes a presettable counter for continuously counting clock pulses and which is controlled to selectively count to a desired time count and to continuously count from that desired time count. A storage device stores, upon actuation, a time count counted by the presettable counter. A detection output is produced when the presettable counter has completed the counting from the desired time count therein to a given time count. An alarm is generated in response to the detection output and is thereafter stopped. In response to the stopping of the alarm, the presettable counter is preset with the time count stored in the storage device. In this way the presettable counter is automatically set to an initial time count to enable repeated use without complication.

Abstract: An elapsed time indicator is provided which performs accurate and reliable time measurements. The device includes an indicator assembly having a plurality of numbered wheels drivingly coupled to a drive wheel having a plurality of upstanding peripheral teeth. A verge escapement mechanism employs a side acting verge member which moves in a predetermined plane and acts on only one side of the drive wheel. The peripheral teeth of the drive wheel cooperate with the verge member to move the drive wheel through predetermined intervals and drive the numbered wheels of the indicator assembly. An electromagnet pulsed by a solid state time base and driver circuit oscillates the verge member to advance the drive wheel and to operate the indicator assembly.

Abstract: A watt-hour meter including a time switch and clock dial is provided with a key-operated rotary reset actuator mounted on the cover, in which a key is utilized to allow the rotary reset actuator to be extended into the meter behind the cover in contact with the reset member of time switch clock dial for resetting of such clock dial.