Abstract: The invention is a method for allowing Java objects to communicate with .Net Remoting objects, with a first step of receiving metadata information from a .Net Remoting server on a Java client. Then, Java proxies are generated from said metadata information, using a Java development tool, with the Java proxies generated by a one-to-one mapping of .Net classes to Java classes. Finally, the Java proxies are implemented on the Java client, with the method provided solely in Java. Therefore, the Java client does not require any .Net components. The method can also be used to allow .Net Remoting objects to communicate with Java objects in a similar manner.

Abstract: Display panels made at least partially of stretch fabric are disclosed. Different ways of mounting these display panels onto supporting structures such as folding frames are disclosed. The display panels can be used indoors and outdoors. The versatility of the display panels makes them an excellent display media for trade shows and temporary exhibitions.

Abstract: This invention relates to an agent for producing a pharmaceutical drug for postoperative use after removal of bone tumors produced from a nucleic acid by linking a known sequence for promoting bone growth and a known proteinase inhibitor by a variable spacer molecule. This linkage results in a novel bifunctional active ingredient combining both properties in a biological molecule. This invention is used in the medical field, in particular in the specialty field of orthopedics.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus are provided to demultiplex an optical signal having a plurality of channels at a predetermined channel spacing having demultiplexing means with a frequency spacing larger than the predetermined channel spacing for receiving the optical signal and for dividing the optical signal by wavelength into a plurality of wavelength streams broader than the predetermined channel spacing, time domain demultiplexing means for receiving one of the plurality of wavelength streams and for dividing the one of the plurality of wavelength streams into a plurality of time domain demultiplexed wavelength streams, and optical filtering means for demultiplexing one of the plurality of time domain demultiplexed wavelength streams into a single channel. Advantageously, splitting means are provided to split the optical signal into sub-signals before launching them into the demultiplexing means.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pet door suitable for use in a window, and more particularly to a pet door having a substantially planar profile. In at least one embodiment, the pet door includes a frame which is cooperative with stationary side panels. The frame carries a moveable door through which an animal may enter and exit. Moveable side panels are housed within, and extendible from, the stationary side panels for securing the pet door within a window frame.

Abstract: A work station having a base, a user support affixed to the base; and an overhead hanger affixed to said base. The overhead hanger has a rear portion extending upwardly behind the user support and an overhead portion extending forwardly above the user support a sufficient distance so that when a user is positioned in the user support, the overhead portion is above the user and a peripheral mounting system affixable to the overhead portion proximate a distal end of the overhead portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for scarifying an interior surface of a sewer pipe, which includes a vehicle moveable along an interior of the sewer pipe and a scarifying assembly connected to the vehicle having a fluid nozzle assembly. The fluid nozzle assembly has at least one branch with a fluid nozzle coupled to a distal end of the branch. The nozzle is positioned proximate the interior surface of the passageway. The fluid nozzle assembly is operative to rotate or oscillate and to emit a jet of fluid from the one nozzle against the interior surface of the passageway and to scarify the interior surface of the passageway as the vehicle moves along the passageway.

Abstract: An isolated polarization beam splitter or combiner, for joining light from different inputs into one common port, and for dividing a beam of light into orthogonal polarizations. In both modes of operation, the splitter/combiner provides isolation preventing transmission of light in a reverse direction. As a splitter, a beam of light is separated through a birefringent material into sub-beams of orthogonal polarization components, and each sub-beam is passed through a non-reciprocal polarization rotator to rotate the polarization so that a reflected beam, or other counter-transmitted light cannot return on the same path through the birefringent material to the source. As a combiner, two separate beams of light are launched with known orthogonal polarizations into a first birefringent material, passed through a non-reciprocal polarization rotator and then combined as orthogonal polarizations into a single output port.

Abstract: Apparatus for restraining an infant during diaper changing and for providing a protective barrier for the changing surface and/or diaper changer. More particularly, apparatus having an adjustable, quick-release strap system for restraining the upper torso (e.g. shoulders) of an infant during a diaper changing operation which preferably includes a padded fabric outer layer which houses a foldable insert barrier layer (for ease of storage or transport) which can be removed for ease of cleaning.

Abstract: A foldable frame for a tricycle powered by physical force and/or a motor; the frame having a number of subframes interconnected to fold the component members of the frame; and the folding of a central subframe of the frame causes two lateral subframes supporting the rear lateral wheels to fold from a first fully unfolded position to a second fully folded position, and vice versa.

Abstract: Wavelength interleaving cross-connects pass a first optical signal including a first set of optical frequencies in a first direction and a second optical signal including a second set of optical frequencies in a second direction. In one embodiment, the first optical signal, when input to a first input/output (I/O) port, is routed from the first I/O port to a third I/O port. The first optical signal, when input to a fourth I/O port, is routed from the fourth port to a second I/O port. The second optical signal, when input to the second I/O port, is routed from the second I/O port to the third I/O port. The second optical signal, when input to the fourth I/O port, is routed from the fourth I/O port to the first I/O port. Thus, by coupling an optical device (e.g., amplifier, filter) between the third port and the fourth port, the optical device can be used for bi-directional communications thereby reducing the number of devices required for a bi-directional optical network architecture.

Abstract: A composition and method for cleansing a colon prior to endoscopic procedure. More particularly, a combination of bisacodyl, metoclopramide, sodium, and/or a phosphorus containing composition administered in sequential doses for preparing a colon prior to colonoscopy.

Abstract: An integrated circuit device comprising: a body of a first solid material having an upper surface and a major bottom surface; a pocket of a second solid material having a top surface and a side surface, and a bottom surface which contacts a selected portion of said upper surface on said body; said first and second solid materials being so selected as to form, where said pocket contacts said body at said selected portion of said upper surface, an electronic interfacial barrier which is substantially conductive under an applied bias of at least one selected polarity; and a solid electrically insulating region which meets said barrier and adjoins both said body and at least a line on said side surface of said pocket; wherein at least a part of said solid electrically insulating region comprises nitrogen located at least below the level of said electronic interfacial barrier.

Abstract: There is disclosed a metal fitting (100, 100a, 100b, 200) adapted to be secured to a base member (200) by at least an eyelet (102, 102a, 102b) or a rivet (222), in which the metal fitting (100, 100a, 100b, 200) includes at least an aperture (106, 106a, 106b, 214) adapted to receive at least part of the eyelet (102, 102a, 102b) or rivet (222), in which at least one tab (108, 110, 108a, 108b, 216) extends from a periphery of the aperture (106, 106a, 106b, 214) into the aperture, and the tab (108, 110, 108a, 108b, 216) is adapted to engage with a flared portion (112, 112a, 112b) of the eyelet (102, 102a, 102b) or rivet (222) to secure the metal fitting (100, 100a, 100b, 200) with the base member (200). There is also disclosed a document holder formed of such a metal fitting as attached to a base member.

Abstract: A tankless water heater powered by a fuel cell. In preferred embodiments, a fuel cell powered water heater in which the fuel cell is electrically connected to the electrical system of the building in which the water heater is installed as well as to the public electrical power grid for providing emergency power to the building and/or power to the public electrical power grid, respectively. In alternative preferred embodiments, a tankless, solid oxide fuel cell powered water heater which utilizes heat from exhaust gases to heat input oxidant gases and, optionally, can be cooled by routing excess heat to the exterior of the building on hot days.

Abstract: This invention is directed towards a paint spray gun having a gun body with a male thread and having an air nozzle ring with a female thread which can be screwed onto the male thread of the gun body. The diameter of the thread is between about 30 and about 40 mm. The thread of the invention is a trapezoid thread with a flank angle in the range of about +/?20% of 30°. The thread has a thread height within the range of about +/?20% of 1.1 mm, a root to crest clearance within the range of about +/?20% of 0.1 mm and a flank clearance within the range of about +/?20% of 0.15 mm. The effect of these modifications to a standard trapezoid thread with a flank angle of about 30° is that the thread is optimally adjusted to serve as a thread connecting the body of a paint spray gun and a nozzle ring.

Abstract: A process for extracting flax protein concentrate from flax meal is disclosed wherein flax meal is added to an aqueous acidic solution to form a first mixture having a solid fraction and an aqueous fraction containing water soluble-carbohydrates. The mixture is separated and the solid fraction is then hydrolyzed using a lipolytic enzyme. An aqueous alkali solution is then added to the hydrolyzed solution to form a second mixture having a second aqueous fraction containing said flax protein, and a second solid fraction. The second mixture is then separated into the aqueous fraction and the solid fraction, such that the second aqueous fraction may be evaporated to recover the flax protein.