Abstract: A cap for protecting an electrical terminal from corrosion having a base which is insertable upon the terminal, a tapered section designed to guide and surround a mate to the terminal as it is being connected, and a removable top which protects the terminal before connection. The tapered section deforms during the connection operation to surround the mating terminal and seal the connection from corroding species.

Abstract: A system and method that determines risk exposure for a selected site by using adjacency analysis to identify and process sites that may not be visible to the user on a display unit. The system determines the risk exposure for a selected site by using geographical adjacency to evaluate other sites for potential impact. The system geographically stores hazard sites and sensitive receptor sites. Moreover, the system creates and stores a sphere of influence and a sphere of receptivity for each hazard site and sensitive receptor site, respectively. For the selected site, the system calculates a sphere of evaluation based on a geographical location of the selected site and a given radial extent. The system determines if the sphere of influence or the sphere of receptivity intersects the sphere of evaluation and outputs the results of the intersection analysis to the display unit.

Abstract: A patch cord tracing system and method for tracing patch cords in a telecommunications patching system. The system includes a plurality of tracing interface modules that attach to the patch panels in a telecommunications closet. On the patch panels in a telecommunications closet are located a plurality of connector ports that receive the terminated ends of patch cords. The tracing interface modules mount to the patch panels and provide a sensor, an LED and a tracing button to each of the connector ports. The sensor detects whenever a patch cord is connected to, or removed from, a connector port. Accordingly, by connecting a computer controller to the various sensors, the computer controller can monitor and log all changes to the patch cord interconnections in an automated fashion.

Abstract: A wiring block for telecommunications and data management has a combination cable organizer for routing cabling and conductor termination array for wiring connections. A conductor termination array is mounted on the upper edge of a plate. Guide walls extend across the plate front surface, defining channels for directing the cable conductors across the plate front surface for retaining the cable conductors. The cable conductors are sheathed up to the termination array.

Abstract: A method and system that minimizes pilot signal overlap and radio frequency (“RF”) interference by estimating changes in pilot coverage for different traffic channel loading and power conditions. Once base stations are positioned, a terminal for measuring received pilot signal strengths, such as a mobile station or pilot scanner, is used to collect and generate the baseline pilot survey data, which is then stored on a disk or tape. Base station transmit pilot EC/IOs, i.e., traffic channel loads on forward links, are also stored on disk or tape. The invention uses two adjustment factors associated with transmit power and traffic channel loading to optimize for different RF conditions, specifically for different base station transmit power or forward link loading conditions. For each RF condition, the methodology calculates the changes in the baseline pilot survey data. This reflects what EC/IOs a mobile station would receive under the given conditions.

Abstract: I/O-efficient methods and apparatus are provided for the d-dimensional join problem in one, two, and three dimensions, and are also generalized for arbitrary higher dimensions. Let N be the total number of rectangles in the two sets to be joined, M the total amount of memory available, B the disk block size, and T the total number of pairs in the output of the join. Define n=N/B, m=M/B, and t=T/B. For one and two dimensions, I/O-optimal join methods are provided that run in O(nlogmn+t) I/O operations and have utility to temporal and spatial database systems. For dimensions d≧3, methods are provided that run in O(nlogm(d−1) n+t) I/O operations, which is within a logm(d−2)n factor of the currently known lower bounds.

Abstract: The present invention refers to an apparatus for monitoring pipetting operations, and in particular the ejection of a first liquid from a pipetting needle having a tip immersed in a second liquid. The apparatus comprises a light source that irradiates the second liquid with a light beam, and light receiver which receives the light beam emerging from the second liquid and delivers an output signal which corresponds to the received light intensity. To improve the accuracy and reliability of pipetting operations, the apparatus is provided with a light receiver adapted for continuously delivering intensity signals (Un); first storage means for storing previously determined threshold values (S); second storage means for storing intensity signals (Un) delivered by the light receiver and evaluation parameters (Bm, Am/Atot) derived therefrom; and at least one logic circuit for comparing the evaluation parameters (Bm, Am/Atot) with the threshold values (S) and for delivering a resulting output signal (E, F).

Abstract: A protective cable cover separates cable routing from patchcords and cross-connect wire in a wiring trough. The cable cover is placed over the cable conductors on a wiring block cable organizer. The cable cover may be removed to allow for the addition or replacement of building cables without having to remove any adjacent patchcords. A circuit designation strip and row marking pads are provided to designate rows and circuit connections. A strike engages a latch on a patchcord plug to releasably retain the plug in engagement with the connecting block. Mounting holes are formed integral with the cable cover to engage latches on the cable organizer for releasably mounting the cable cover on the cable organizer.

Abstract: Non-steroidal anti-infammatory after shave preparations to aid in the prevention and treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae and a method of delivering the ingredients of the preparation to affected areas of the skin. Formula I comprises ethanol, salicylic acid, propylene glycol, glycerine, fragrance, at least one compound for reducing skin irritation and at least one non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent wherein said non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent is an NSAID drug, a naturally occurring herbal compound containing an anti-inflammatory component or combinations thereof. Formula 11 comprises water, hydrolyzed oat flour, sorbitol, methylparaben, petrolatum, lanolin, cetyl alcohol, sunflower seed oil, stearic acid, propylparaben, triethanoloamine, a preservative, and at least one non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent wherein said non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent is an NSAID drug, a naturally occurring herbal compound containing an anti-inflammatory component or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A single walled container for storing hot or cold foods or liquids having a layer of insulation comprised of void containing particles held together with a binder applied to the outer part of the sidewall. The insulation layer provides a controlled amount of insulation which is sufficient to prevent pain to the fingers yet it transmits sufficient heat to warn the user of the temperature of the container's contents. The binder may be any thermoplastic or thermoset resin, and other ingredients may be added to the binder to control viscosity, density, or color.

Abstract: An easy-to-use, user-specific documentation customized according to the local environment and needs of the end-user is disclosed. The environmental if-statement feature allows the user to specify the documentation relevant to his or her local environment and needs. The automated translation feature allows the user to create end-user documentation in various languages while working with software screens in his or her native language. The button label feature allows the user to automate the creation of button labels for individual telephones or for groups of telephones in a large system. The platform sharing feature allows similar software applications to share a common platform and user interface with each application contributing to a complete set of master end-user documents.

Abstract: A support assembly for retaining a laser module of the type having a solid state laser, an optical connector and an optical fiber extending between the laser and the optical connector. The support assembly includes a baseplate having a top surface and a bottom surface. A removable spool extends upwardly from the top surface of the baseplate, wherein the spool is sized to have the optical fiber wound therearound. A laser receptacle disposed on the top surface of the baseplate. The laser receptacle is sized to receive the solid state laser in a first predetermined position and orientation. A connector holder is also disposed on the top surface of the baseplate. The connector holder receives and retains the optical connector at a second predetermined position and orientation.

Abstract: A novel and useful apparatus for delivering an anesthetic locally to the cervical region of a female is provided, wherein the apparatus comprises a ring having a surface and at least one depression on the surface. An anesthetic composition comprising an anesthetic agent and an excipient are placed within the at least one depression. The ring is comprised of a pharmaceutically acceptable inert material that is biocompatible. Furthermore, the ring is of sufficient size such that it can be inserted into the vaginal canal of a female. In the vaginal canal, the anesthetic agent is immediately released from the anesthetic composition and directly anesthetizes the cervical region.

Abstract: A thermally insulated sleeve is adapted to fit over a cup. The sleeve has a sidewall having an inside surface and an outer surface. The sidewall is adapted to seal the sidewall upon itself and to form a seam. A thin thermally insulating coating having a controlled thickness is supported by the sidewall. The thin thermally insulating coating is comprised of a binder and void containing particles, ranging from 0.1 microns to 200 microns in size, adapted to being restricted by the binder. A heat-activated adhesive is supported by the inside surface of the sidewall. When the sleeve is heated the heat activated adhesive bonds the sleeve to the cup.

Abstract: A package housing that is used to retain a wound spool and prevent a wound element from falling away from the spool. The housing includes a base segment having a hub disposed thereon and a recessed area surrounding the hub. The hub is sized to pass into the bottom end of the spool, thereby causing the spool to rest in the recessed area of the base segment of the housing. A cover segment is provided for covering the base segment of the housing and the spool. As a result, the spool becomes interposed between the base segment and the cover segment of the housing. A plurality of feed-through ports are defined between the base segment and the cover of the housing. The first end and the second end of the wound flexible element extend through two of the feed-through ports to points external of the housing.

Abstract: The present invention is an intelligent optical transmitter module that is used to produce optical test signals. The optical transmitter module contains a solid state laser and a microprocessor. The solid state laser produces the test signals which are used to test optical fibers in an optical fiber network. The laser is both monitored by and controlled by the microprocessor. In one embodiment, backface monitoring and optical output coupling power monitoring (using an optical tap) are accomplished within the module in order to more accurately reflect the state of the laser. The microprocessor reads data regarding the performance of the solid state laser which may be output to another control device. The control device utilizes the data from the microprocessor in the analysis of fiber optic loop conditions as well as the laser itself. The microprocessor enables the output levels of the solid state laser to be adjustable by way of a digital to analog converter.

Abstract: A protective cable cover separates cable routing from patchcords and cross-connect wire in a wiring trough. The cable cover is placed over the cable conductors on a wiring block cable organizer. A circuit designation strip and row marking pads are provided to designate rows and circuit connections. A strike engages a latch on a patchcord plug to releasably retain the plug in engagement with the wiring block. Mounting holes are formed integral with the cable cover to engage latches on the cable organizer for releasably mounting the cable cover on the cable organizer.

Abstract: A device, system and method for locating a specific optical connection port contained within a fiber administration system having line tracing capabilities. A translucent casing is provided at each of the optical connection ports in the fiber administration system. The translucent casing can be a translucent shroud that fits over a standard optical connection port or the translucent casing can be manufactured as part of the optical connector port. Regardless of the type of translucent casing used, the translucent casing of any of the optical connection ports can be individually and selectively illuminated. According, the actual casing of an optical connection port can be illuminated within a fiber distribution shelf, thereby greatly increasing the ability of a technician to accurately locate the targeted optical connection port within the fiber administration system.

Abstract: The specification relates to a radio frequency (RF) multiport, multiband semiconductor and transmission circuit. Each port in the multiport circuit is linked to a second port utilizing a semiconductor switching leg. A semiconductor switching leg is biased to either transport thereover an RF signal or to prevent its transport. In an embodiment of the present invention utilizing diodes as an active device within each semiconductor switching leg, a DC biasing signal is applied through an inlet and outlet inductor, thus allowing DC current to pass through the diode for biasing, but preventing RF signal loss to ground. Capacitors are used for RF signal coupling and DC blocking. One embodiment of the present invention is utilized with a dual band cellular/PCS device, with either band selectable for transmission and reception over either an internal antenna or, in the alternative, an external antenna port.

Abstract: An optical fiber cable connector assembly comprising two connectors each of which is comprised of a rigid inorganic body which is coated with an organic layer into which grooves are formed which are adapted to restrain the ends of two fiber optic cables. One connector is adapted to fit over the other when inverted to form the assembly with one or more fiber optic cables restrained between them.