Abstract: An optical recording medium having a phase transition material film and a method of manufacturing the optical recording medium are provided. In the method, first, a phase transition material film, a sacrificial film, and a metal film are sequentially stacked on a substrate. Next, the metal film is anodized to form a metal oxide film having a plurality of holes, and portions of the sacrificial film exposed through the holes are anode-oxidized to form oxide films. Thereafter, the phase transition material film is patterned by removing the metal oxide film and by etching the sacrificial film and the phase transition material film using the oxide films as a mask. Then, the oxide films are removed from the sacrificial film, and an upper insulation film, a reflection film, and a protection film are deposited on the upper surface of the patterned phase transition material film.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for producing an electrical and/or mechanical connection between at least two flexible thin-film substrates, referred to as flexible substrates hereinafter as well as a corresponding contact arrangement. The invention is distinguished by the to-be-joined flexible substrates, which each are provided with at least one opening at the point of connection being positioned in such a manner that the opening of one flexible substrate is congruent with the opening of another flexible substrate, by a bonding element being positioned on both sides of each congruently aligned opening, and by both the bonding elements being joined to a bonding connection by being pressed against each other and at least partially enclosing the peripheral edges of the openings facing said bonding elements.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tire for a two-wheeled motorized vehicle and more particularly a motorcycle. Such a tire comprises at least one carcass-type reinforcement structure, formed of reinforcement elements forming with the circumferential direction an angle of between 65° and 90°, anchored on either side of the tire to a bead whose base is intended to be fitted on a rim seat, each bead being extended radially towards the outside by a sidewall, the sidewalls meeting up, radially towards the outside, with a tread whose Ht/Wt ratio is greater than 0.15, said carcass reinforcement being radially surmounted at least in the zone of the tread by a crown reinforcement formed of at least one layer of circumferential reinforcement elements.

Abstract: This invention is directed to methods for providing sustained systemic concentrations of therapeutic or prophylactic agents such as GABA analogs following oral administration to animals. This invention is also directed to compounds and pharmaceutical compositions that are used in such methods.

Abstract: A wedge-operated brake apparatus includes a piston for generating a braking force when axially driven, an actuator for generating a linear brake-actuating input, and a wedge transmission mechanism for converting the linear brake-actuating input into a brake-actuating output in the axial direction of the piston. The brake-actuating output is transmitted to the piston so as to drive the piston to thereby generate a braking force. The wedge transmission mechanism includes a first plate member which moves together with the piston, a second plate member disposed in opposition to the first plate member and fixedly secured to a housing, a wedge member disposed between the first and second plate members and engaging respective engaging surfaces of the first and second plate members via rollers, and a holder for rotatably holding the rollers and holding the wedge member while allowing linear movement of the wedge member.

Abstract: Probes 1 for testing and outer connecting terminals 14a are electrically connected to a test socket for semiconductor devices. In use of a connecting sheet, fabricated by an elastically deformative insulating member and electrodes 202, flexibility is given, and good electrical contacts are obtainable. Further, because the connecting sheet 2 is exchangeable, contacting capability is recovered by exchange when solder debris is adhered and deposited to increase contact resistances. Accordingly, even though there is scattering of the heights of the outer connecting terminals, good electrical contact with the probes is obtainable, and even though the solder debris of the outer connecting terminals is adhered and deposited as a result of repeated usage, tests can be continuously conducted, wherein the test socket for semiconductor devices has good maintenance capability.

Abstract: A system for detecting tactile information includes strain-gauge touch sensors and a controller. Based on the sum output from each of tough-sensor sensor units, an analyzer in the controller calculates touch force Fi(t) at each measurement point. An automatic gain control adjusts the voltage amplitude Ai(t) of a sine wave of frequency fi applied to the sensor units at each measurement point to bring the voltage amplitude measured at each measurement point in line with a target voltage. The adjusted voltage Ai(t) is applied to the bandpass filter with a composite sine wave y(t) which includes sine waves of each frequency corresponding to the adjusted voltage amplitude Ai(t). This makes it possible to reduce the number of lines between the controller and touch sensors that includes numerous measurement points, and enables the gain of the touch sensors constituted by strain gauges to be controlled within an appropriate range.

Abstract: An occupant weight detecting apparatus for detecting an occupant weight on a seat includes a load sensor mounted on the seat to detect a load on the seat and output a load signal. A detected load value is calculated periodically based on the load signal and an average is calculated based on the detected load values calculated during a period in which the detected load value is less than a first predetermined. The average of the detected load values is set to a zero point, and the occupant weight is detected based on the detected load value and the zero point when the detected load value exceeds a second predetermined value.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel indigoid binsindole derivatives which can be used for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of solid cancers.

Abstract: A wristwatch is converted into an emergency call device by unscrewing a rear cover from the back of the wristwatch housing and screwing in a transmitter housing that carries a signal-emitting mechanism.

Abstract: Low-frequency duct noise is relatively difficult to deal with by passive methods such as porous duct lining. Reactive methods like expansion chamber are rather bulky, while compact resonators are to narrow-banded. This invention shows that a suitably stetched thin membrane backed by a slender cavity can achieve a satisfactory performance from low to medium frequencies over an octave band.

Abstract: A method for producing diffusion bonds between components formed of tungsten heavy alloy (WHA) uses aid material to accelerate diffusion across the joint surfaces. The aid material consists of an alloy of palladium (Pd) with one or more of the secondary elements of nickel (Ni), iron (Fe), or cobalt (Co). The secondary elements are selected to correspond to the secondary elements present in the components. The diffusion bonding is carried out by placing diffusion aid material between the joint surfaces of adjacent components, applying a pressure across the joint surfaces, and processing the assembly through a thermal profile. Structures of WHA with complex shapes, interior volumes and/or large sizes can be formed. The joint properties are equal to or superior to those of the parent material of the components.

Abstract: A brake hydraulic pressure generator is proposed in which the brake stroke fluctuate less when the amount of brake fluid consumed in the wheel brakes fluctuates. Even when the brake pedal force is increased after the brake assisting force has reached its maximum, the reaction force to the pedal force as well as the master cylinder pressure increases corresponding to the increased pedal force. The brake hydraulic pressure generator has a control valve including a spool and a cylinder and adapted to control the hydraulic pressure in a dynamic pressure chamber to a value corresponding to the stroke of an input shaft. It further includes a pressure sensor, a solenoid valve and a fluid chamber.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of landscape shrub rose plant is provided which forms in abundance on a substantially continuous basis attractive double blossoms that are red in coloration and possess significantly more petals than the ‘Radrazz’ variety (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 11,836). The vegetation is vigorous and the growth habit is round and bushy. Attractive ornamental satiny green foliage is formed. Excellent disease resistance to blackspot is exhibited as well as very good winter hardiness. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as distinctive ornamentation in the landscape.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Berberis thunbergii plant is provided that was the result of controlled breeding. A dwarf, generally compact, broad, and low-mounding growth habit is displayed. New foliage bears a bright red-purple coloration, and the mature foliage displays attractive variegation. The margins of the mature foliage are golden and the center is dark burgundy. A rapid growth rate between internodes of relatively short length is displayed. The plant is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in the landscape.

Abstract: A new and distinct Cotoneaster dammeri cultivar is provided which unlike previously known cultivars displays very good tolerance to fire blight (Erwinia amylovora). The foliage is attractive dense medium green and is semi-glossy on the upper surface and dull and pubescent on the under surface. A creeping growth habit with erect branching is displayed. Good cold tolerance has been observed. The new cultivar is well suited for use as an improved attractive low-growing ornamental ground cover.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the Floribunda Class is provided which abundantly forms attractive very double starkly brilliant white blossoms that well retain their coloration upon maturity. The growth habit is upright bushy. Very dense dark green semi-glossy foliage is formed that contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The plant develops well following budding and grafting. Good disease resistance is displayed. The new variety is well suited for forming attractive ornamentation in the garden or for cut flower production.

Abstract: An optical information recording medium is here disclosed which comprises a transparent substrate, a recording layer comprising an organic dyestuff on which information can be written by a laser beam, a reflective layer and a protective layer formed in this order on the substrate, the aforesaid optical information recording medium being characterized by containing a pit-edge control agent for the formation of recording pits, particularly a dyestuff thermal decomposition accelerator in the recording layer. By the addition of the pit-edge control agent, deviation properties and jitter properties can be remarkably improved, whereby a CD-R medium having a low error rate and good recording properties can be provided. In consequence, stable compatibility with a commercial CD player can be secured.