Abstract: A computer system having a shared disk file system running on multiple computers each having their own instance of an operating system and being coupled for parallel data sharing access to files residing on network attached shared disks. Methods are provided for use as a parallel file system in a shared disk environment by use of a scalable directory service for the system with a stable cursor, and a segmented allocation map. Dynamic prefetch and cached balance pools for multiple accesses improve the system. Extended file attributes are used for implementation of Access Control Lists in a parallel file system. Improvements to caching and cache performance developments balance pools for multiple accesses. A metadata node manages file metadata for parallel read and write actions.

Abstract: A motor, encoder/resolver, and/or dynamic brake assembly in which the dynamic brake, when part of the assembly, is mounted on a rear cover plate of a modular housing for the auxiliary components. When a resolver or encoder is part of the assembly, the motor shaft extends only a short distance beyond the resolver/encoder housing module; far enough to be engaged by the armature of the dynamic brake if the brake is part of the assembly. In an assembly that does not use a dynamic brake, the same rear cover plate is used to close the encoder/resolver housing module.

Abstract: A computer system having a shared disk file system running on multiple computers each having their own instance of an operating system and being coupled for parallel data sharing access to files residing on network attached shared disks. Methods are provided for use as a parallel file system in a shared disk environment by use of a scaleable directory service for the system with a stable cursor, and a segmented allocation map. Dynamic prefetch and cached balance pools for multiple accesses improve the system. Extended file attributes are used for implementation of Access Control Lists in a parallel file system. A metadata node manages file metadata for parallel read and write actions. For our system, tokens are used for metadata node selection and identification. We have provided recoverable local shares for quota Management.

Abstract: The invention concerns a container made from a cardboard blank and intended for articles of clothing, in particular pullovers, T-shirts and the like. It comprises a front section with a flap section joined by an intermediate section via fold lines, a rear section with a flap section joined via a fold line, and an intermediate section which connects the front section and rear section and is provided with a grip- or view-hole. The front section is provided in one of its edge regions with a pop-up flap unit formed by an incompletely closed cut line, preferably an arc of about 300.degree..

Abstract: A horizontal diaphragm for the generation of floor and roof structures includes a plurality of construction units arranged in rows and integrated joists by clip ties, wherein a load transferring material fills spaces between adjacent construction units in a row, both transversely and longitudinally. Each construction unit includes a lip projecting toward an adjacent unit in the row and defining with the other construction unit a space for receiving the filler material. The clip ties are anchored in the joists and are movable from a position obstructing the placement of additional construction units on the joists to a position integrating the previous construction unit with the joists. The joists comprise U-shaped troughs filled with grout in which the clip ties are anchored at spaced locations. The structure defining the trough can be monolithic or can comprise a plurality of discrete units placed in alignment and connected by reinforcing bars.

Abstract: In a data processor having an application program accessible from a DTMF telephone, a calculator program is also provided. When a user has accessed the application program by means of a DTMF telephone, the user can switch to the calculator program to carry out a calculator function by means of a hot key input, in which the user presses the star key twice. Once in the calculator program, the user can enter numbers by pressing the telephone numerical keys and enter key sequences to command mathematical operations to be performed. The user can hot key back to the application program to continue the application program at any time by again entering the hot key transfer sequence in which the user presses the star key twice.

Abstract: A computer system having a shared disk file system running on multiple computers each having their own instance of an operating system and being coupled for parallel data sharing access to files residing on network attached shared disks. Methods are provided for use as a parallel file system in a shared disk environment by use of a scalable directory service for the system with a stable cursor, a segmented allocation map. Dynamic prefetch and cached balance pools for multiple accesses improve the system. Extended file attributes are used for implementation of Access Control Lists in a parallel file system. Improvements to caching and cache performance developments balance pools for multiple accesses. A metadata node manages file metadata for parallel read and write actions.

Abstract: A computer system having a shared disk file system running on on multiple computers each having their own instance of an operating system and being coupled for parallel data sharing access to files residing on network attached shared disks. Method are provided for use as a parallel file system in a shared disk environment by use of scalable directory service for the system with a stable cursor, a segmented allocation map. Dynamic prefetch and cached balance pools for multiple accesses improve the system. Extended file attributes are used for implementation of Access Control Lists in a parallel file system. Improvements to caching and cache performance developments balance pools for multiple accesses. A metadata node manages file metadata for parallel read and write actions.

Abstract: In an optical wavelength standard, a concrete matrix embeds wavelength reference material. The concrete matrix is formed from a powdered halogenated polymer (e.g., PTFE) which is mixed with powdered wavelength reference materials, such as rare earth oxides, and the mixture is subjected to sufficient pressure to cause the particles of the halogenated polymer to coalesce into the concrete matrix.

Abstract: A calibration system in which calibration target illuminates the IR sensor with at least two distinct inputs spaced apart in time approximately equal to the time it takes the IR sensor to scan an image of the target across the IR sensor field of response.

Abstract: The extraction of native products is rendered difficult by the fact that attraction forces act between the liquid native products which are not water-soluble and the tissue incorporating them, and that other constituents are dissolved or present in the form of particles in suspension in the products during the extraction process. The initial substance mixture is, therefore, processed together with a water-soluble, organic solvent and optionally water to form a paste. The addition of the water-soluble, organic solvent enables the substance mixture to be separated cleanly into an aqueous phase and an organic phase in the centrifugal field, no further cleaning being necessary for the organic phase. The process according to the invention has a wide area of application. In principle, it can be applied to all substance mixtures containing liquid, organic substances, in particular to vegetable and animal tissue.

Abstract: A connector is inserted into connecting holes arranged at abutment surfaces between structural members, adhesive agent is fed from one end of a hollow part of the connector or an opening part of a branch pipe of the connector and the clearances between the surface of the connector and circumferential walls of the connecting holes are filled with adhesive agent flowed out of the other end opening at the hollow part of the connector so as to connect both structural members in rigid form.

Abstract: Call pacing method in which agent availability and call answers are based on probability statistics and the allowable maximum abandon rate. A weight is assigned each agent engaged in a call or in after-call work. This weight is a function of how long an agent has been engaged in a call or in after-call work, the duration of a time window for which a prediction that the agent will be free is made, and the maximum allowable abandon call rate. The sum of the weights is the predicted number of engaged agents that will become free. The time window is independent of the interval between the dial of a call and when the call is expected to be answered and is automatically adjusted by the system; lengthened when the abandon call ratio falls below the acceptable ratio and shortened when the ratio rises above the acceptable ratio.

Abstract: In a method and apparatus for reinforcing concrete and other structural members, a plurality of cylindrical jackets are preformed. Each jacket terminates in lateral edges defining a discontinuity in the jacket, the jackets being made of high elongation high tensile strength filaments having a maximum elongation without failing of more than 8% and preferably at least about 20%. The jackets are fixed to the structural member by an adhesive, with the discontinuity of each jacket lying along a line spaced from the lines along which the discontinuities of adjacent jackets lie.

Abstract: In a method for generating a model of terrain, images of the terrain are generated at different angles. Matching points in the images are identified and from these matching points, the coefficients of a registration mapping equation are determined. A height term of the registration matching equation is corrected for scaling and shear into an elevation term in the coordinates of one of the images. The elevation is rotated into the coordinates of the ground plane of the terrain to provide a digital elevation model of the terrain. Interpolation is carried out through the digital elevation model to provide a three-dimensional model of the terrain. In a system for measuring the accuracy of a registration mapping equation, first and second images are generated from a digital elevation model. The registration mapping equation being tested is applied to the images to generate an estimated digital matching function which is compared with the actual registration matching function for the two images.

Abstract: Herein disclosed is a superconductive thin film formation method of forming a superconductive thin film having a high critical temperature and a low surface resistance. The method comprises a first step of depositing a superconductive thin film layer on a substrate under a first condition. The superconductive thin film layer has a thickness smaller than that of the superconductive thin film. The method further comprises a second step of introducing oxygen under a second condition. The method further comprises a third step of depositing a superconductive thin film layer on the previously deposited superconductive thin film layer under the first condition and fourth step of introducing oxygen under the second condition. The method further comprises a fifth step of repeating the third and fourth steps until the sum of the thicknesses of the superconductive thin film layers is substantially equal to the predetermined thickness of the superconductive thin film.

Abstract: The armature coils of a brushless linear motor are cast in resin to form an armature plate. A heat sink is attached along one edge of the plate with conductive pins (e.g. aluminum pins) extending through the plate and into the heat sink. Fans, attached to the heat sink, draw air across it in order to remove heat by convection. A wireless communications link transmits commutation data and/or armature position data to a motor controller.

Abstract: An operating arrangement for an electrically operated window screening device of the type comprising a flexible screening body (1) which is rolled up on a roller (2) positioned in or at an upper horizontal main frame or sash member of the window and in a free end is connected with a bottom rail (4) extending the width of the window. The operating arrangement comprises a cord or string-formed pull-element (12, 13; 24) acting on the screening body and being wound on a winding device (11; 22, 23) positioned at a lower main frame or sash member, with an accompanying electrical drive motor (9).

Abstract: In a state estimating apparatus, an input space quantization section quantizes an input space according to a required precision of output data. A storage section calculates and stores the number of times of occurrence of output data corresponding to each input event in the quantized input space, the mean values of the output data, and the change amounts of the output data. A neighborhood definition section calculates an input space neighborhood satisfying the required precision of the output. A similar case extraction section zooms up the predetermined neighborhood of the input space to the predetermined degree and extracts input case similar to the neighborhood from input case in the input space. A similarity determination section determines the similarity between the new input event and the extracted similar input cases on the basis of the degree of zooming.

Abstract: A skylight window assembly comprises a curb frame having top edges for supporting a skylight window with glazing supported in a frame structure. Inside the curb frame an inner frame structure is arranged in floating suspension with respect to the curb frame to provide engaging means for panel members of an underlying shaft through the roof structure and at the same time to prepare for arrangement of an accessory like a screening device in connection with the window.