Abstract: A system for designing and implementing digital integrated circuits utilizing a set of synchronized sequencers that permit quick and efficient parallel processing of system level designs. The system and method converts digital schematics and hardware description language (HDL) based designs into a set of logic equations and single bit arithmetic-logic operations executed by a set of parallel operating sequencers. The system includes software for converting netlists and HDL designs into Boolean logic equations, and a compiler for distributing these logic equations between multiple sequencers. Each sequencer is comprised of a logic processor and the associated program memory for storing the executable code of the assigned Boolean logic equations and data memory for storing the results of processing of logic equations. To synchronize execution of logic equations by multiple sequencers, all program memories are addressed by one common address register.

Abstract: An adjustable length bracelet or necklace in which a chain link is formed in a continuous loop and passes through a pair of oval-shaped barrels. The chain loops around and is attached to each oval-shaped barrel by an aperture in the side of the barrel forming an elegantly simple construction. A super slick deformable resistant resilient material inside the oval-shaped barrels resiliently holds the barrels in an adjusted position. Sliding the oval-shaped barrels on the links of the chain adjusts the diameter of the necklace from a maximum to a minimum or anywhere in between. Preferably the oval-shaped barrels are constructed of a memory metal that is super elastic and is highly resistant to distortion. A nickel-titanium shaped memory alloy would be suitable. Also disclosed is an ankle or wrist bracelet linked to a ring to be worn on a finger or a toe.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for mounting auxiliary eyeglasses on conventional eyeglasses in which magnets are attached to appendages on the auxiliary eyeglasses mating with magnets mounted on the temple extensions of conventional eyeglasses. The magnets on the auxiliary eyeglasses are mounted in sockets formed on the appendages of the auxiliary eyeglasses such that their maximum magnetic force is oriented vertically or parallel to the plane of the conventional eyeglass frame. The appendages on the auxiliary eyeglass frame fit beneath the temple extensions on the conventional eyeglasses frame to hold the auxiliary frames in place solely by the magnetic attractive force. The orientation of the magnets is such that the maximum magnetic force resists any downward movement of the auxiliary eyeglasses on the conventional eyeglasses when installed. In a modification of the embodiment, a clip is attached to or formed on the bridge of the auxiliary eyeglasses for fitting over the bridge of the conventional eyeglasses.

Abstract: A fluid meter particle isolating system having a tortuous path formed between a pair of walls with an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is open to a contaminant-free (clean) zone while an outlet is open to a particle generating contaminated (dirty) zone. The walls include partitions that form a tortuous path separating it into a plurality of chambers. An impeller constructed of a plurality of open cells forms a piston-like structure is provided in the tortuous path and has an axis of motion parallel to the walls. Each vessel is offset axially and has four walls and a bottom surface contoured to provide a transition from one cell to the next through an exit port providing a continuous flow from the vessel in the first cell sequentially to adjacent cells to an exit port in the last vessel in the last cell.

Abstract: A spectroscopic IR and UV-vis absorption remote exhaust emission monitoring system and sensing instrument for non-invasive, multicomponent analysis of the exhaust plume emitted by in-use vehicles. The concentration of CO, CO2, HC, NO, N2O, C2H2, NH3, SO2, Aromatic hydrocarbons, aldehydes, HONO, NO2, and dust, among others and in any combination there-of, in such a mixture can be determined in real-time, or via post-processing of stored spectral data. The sensor employs an IR and a UV-vis sources, and the physically offset, collimated beams traverse the probed air column, typically a roadway, a plurality of times, before returning to the instrument. Although the IR and UV-vis beams converge at the optics opposite the instrument, they are not coaxial and, thus, do not require an optical device (i.e., dichroic beam splitter) to separate them. The separate IR and UV-vis beams are focused on the slits of rapid spectrometers, where they are analyzed to yield wavelength-resolved spectra (i.e.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for mounting auxiliary eyeglasses on conventional eyeglasses in which magnets are attached to appendages on the auxiliary eyeglasses mating with magnets mounted on the temple extensions of conventional eyeglasses. The magnets on the auxiliary eyeglasses are mounted in sockets formed on the appendages of the auxiliary eyeglasses such that their maximum magnetic force is oriented vertically or parallel to the plane of the conventional eyeglass frame. The appendages on the auxiliary eyeglass frame fit beneath the temple extensions on the conventional eyeglasses frame to hold the auxiliary frames in place solely by the magnetic attractive force. The orientation of the magnets is such that the maximum magnetic force resists any downward movement of the auxiliary eyeglasses on the conventional eyeglasses when installed.

Abstract: An improved plastic bag sealing apparatus comprised of an improved resilient planar heater formed of a heating wire embedded in a resilient silicon rubber material. The heater is shaped to conform to the flat planar surface of a T-bar shaped heating element, and clamped in place with insulators to provide maximum transfer of heat to a heating edge formed by the web portion of the T-bar. In an optional configuration the heater is in the form of a tubular rod seated in a channel in the T-bar directly above the heating edge for transferring maximum heat to the heating edge. In another optional embodiment, the tubular rod heater is a brass rod covered with intermediate insulating sleeves and spirally wound heating wire. In the latter embodiment the tubular rod heater is inserted in a passageway through T-bar shaped heating element and sealed with a potting compound.

Abstract: A system for performing a single portal diagnostic needle arthroscopy and lavage comprised of a handpiece having valves for irrigation and suctioning and a diagnostic cannula attached to the handpiece. An arthroscope is passed through the handpiece and the diagnostic cannula and allows the procedure to be performed through a single port of entry into the interior of the joint. The system includes a mobile cart with a camera and light system and a high-resolution monitor. An air compressor is the pressure source powering the individually controlled irrigation pumps which drive the irrigation fluid through an irrigation hose to the handpiece while a vacuum suction console provides suction for collection of fluid in canisters mounted on the mobile cart. The system includes a biopsy cannula that can be easily exchanged for the diagnostic cannula using an exchange rod.

Abstract: A system for performing a single portal diagnostic needle arthroscopy and lavage comprised of a handpiece having valves for irrigation and suctioning and a diagnostic cannula attached to the handpiece. An arthroscope is passed through the handpiece and the diagnostic cannula and allows the procedure to be performed through a single port of entry into the joint compartment. The system includes a mobile cart with a camera and light system and a high-resolution monitor. An air compressor is the pressure source powering the individually controlled irrigation pumps which drive the irrigation fluid through an irrigation hose to the handpiece while a vacuum suction console provides suction for collection of fluid in canisters mounted on the mobile cart. The system includes a biopsy cannula that can be easily exchanged for the diagnostic cannula using an exchange rod.

Abstract: A fixed image projection system that can project an image for a short or long period of time without damage to the film. The system is comprised of a light source having a halogen lamp and a cold coated reflector detachably mounted on a housing having film guides or rails for receiving a film frame. The housing includes a plurality of whisper fans that draw cool air into the housing and expel it from the opposite sides of the housing to maintain a relatively cool temperature at the film frame. Preferably, the fans have a dual speed control to allow a higher speed as an option. A lens barrel is detachably supported on the opposite side of the housing from the light source and includes movable lenses to focus the image. Images may be fed into the system on a film frame one at a time, or by motorized film canisters that allow forward or backward advancement to a selected image on a roll containing multiple images.

Abstract: Instrumentation to detect the presence of, or to measure the concentration of, a gas or pollutant in a gaseous environment. With the use of spectroscopic techniques and energy beams having suitable wavelengths, the presence and concentrations of these can be detected and measured, not only in flowing streams such as in process streams or exhaust stacks, but above a ground area, around its perimeter, or across the road. A calibration means including an internal audit cell and a retrodirective reflector is also shown.

Abstract: A small portable steam generating system comprised of an elongate cylindrical cylinder having a turbulent baffle circulation system. The steam generator includes a plurality of baffles, having alternating ports spaced along the length of the cylinder. The baffles have ports offset at 180° respectively to each other to provide turbulent flow that speeds up and slows down as it passes through the ports. The series of baffles in the elongate cylinder are mounted around a centrally located heater. The surfaces and ports in the baffles, positioned along the elongate cylinder and heater body, form a diffused turbulent flow of variable length and time as it passes from an input to an output. The steam generating system described herein is fitted with a steam water droplet separation system plus a high pressure steam superheater fitted to an exit tube and a non-conductive high temperature tube for transporting super-heated steam to a surface cleaning applicator.

Abstract: A fluid meter particle isolating system having a tortuous path formed between a pair of walls with an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is open to a contaminant-free (clean) zone while an outlet is open to a particle generating contaminated (dirty) zone. The walls include partitions that form a tortuous path separating it into a plurality of chambers. An impeller constructed of a plurality of open cells forming a piston-like structure is provided in the tortuous path and has an axis of motion parallel to the walls. Each cell forms a vessel for transmitting fluid media under a low pressure gradient from a clean zone toward a contaminated zone to prevent particles generated in the contaminated zone from migrating to the clean zone. Each vessel is formed by the four walls of each cell having a bottom surface contoured to provide a transition from one cell to the next through an exit port.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for mounting auxiliary eyeglasses on conventional eyeglasses in which magnets are attached to appendages on the auxiliary eyeglasses mating with magnets mounted on the temple extensions of conventional eyeglasses. The magnets on the auxiliary eyeglasses are mounted in sockets formed on the appendages of the auxiliary eyeglasses such that their maximum magnetic force is oriented vertically or parallel to the plane of the conventional eyeglass frame. The appendages on the auxiliary eyeglass frame fit beneath the temple extensions on the conventional eyeglasses frame to hold the auxiliary frames in place solely by the magnetic attractive force. The orientation of the magnets is such that the maximum magnetic force resists any downward movement of the auxiliary eyeglasses on the conventional eyeglasses when installed.