Abstract: A computer implemented-method for synchronizing JAVA in a UML in a computer system executing a repository program. The method comprises the steps of determining if a previous revision of UML representation exist, and if not; creating a new revision thereof. Next, the new revision is put in a “created” state and stored in a new UML representation in the UML revision. The UML revision is then put in a “ready” state. After this, a determination is made as to whether or not there are more UML classes/interfaces; and if there are, a JAVA revision ID is extracted from the UML class/interface. Another determination is made as to whether or not a JAVA revision exist, and if not; a new revision of JAVA source is created and put into a “created” state. JAVA source is then generated from a UML representation and stored in the new revision and put into a “ready” state. All of the steps are repeated until there are no more UML classes/interfaces.

Abstract: A modular chassis assembly is provided, including a chassis defining an access opening, an arm having a distal end portion coupled to the chassis and a proximal end portion spaced from the distal end portion, and a modular component coupled to the proximal end portion of the arm and configured for insertion into the chassis along an insertion axis. The arm is configured to facilitate displacement of the modular component along the insertion axis and movement of the modular component at an angle to the insertion axis, thereby at least partially facilitating access to the chassis through the access opening.

Abstract: An electrical connector is provided which can releasably engage a circuit card within a slot defined by the electrical connector. A camming mechanism is provided which includes a slide having a series of camming surfaces for cooperating with a corresponding series of follower surfaces associated with a pin holder. Longitudinal movement of the slide causes the cooperating surfaces to spread open card edge receiving portions of the slot, or to close down over the portions of the circuit card to be engaged. The electrical connector preferably has an opening in one end to allow a circuit card to enter the slot from the side, allowing circuit cards to be removed from or installed in a rack, frame or other chassis from the side. A key is provided to ensure correct alignment of the circuit card in the slot prior to closure of the release mechanism.

Abstract: Parametric data accumulation means are accumulated in a Terminal Server data file which uses a performance measurement tool program to accumulate operational data occurring in multiple client users which operate on a Terminal Server. Data is accumulated in regard to the log-on time for multiple and various different types of application programs. Each of these parameters are evaluated over a sequence of different operating conditions during periods where the parametric evaluations occur when there is a small number of client users and then over a sequence of expanded operations until there is a large number of concurrent active client users. Subsequently, the Terminal Server data file is formatted and categorized into a database which is used to create a graphical chart of performance plus specific lists of performance for each client-user correlated to each available Application Program.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for converting a UML rendering of an RSM-based metamodel to a UML rendering of a MOF-based metamodel. The method includes the steps of removing inheritance from classes defined within a Repository Services Model (“RSM”) and removing each explicit “construct” operation from each class in the RSM-based metamodel Next, each use in the RSM-based metamodel of an RSM type is changed to use a non-RSM type. After this, each element of the RSM-based metamodel is converted to a corresponding MOF-based element and a determination is made as to whether or not the RSM naming service is used in the RSM-based metamodel, and if so “name” attributes are added that would have been inherited from the RSM classes. A <<metamodel>> stereotype is added to the UML rendering of the MOF-based metamodel; and the MOF properties are set on the UML rendering.

Abstract: A handle is provided for moving a component with respect to a receptacle along an insertion axis. The handle includes a grasping portion and flexible latching portions extending from the grasping portion, each of which latching portions is configured to extend substantially parallel to the insertion axis, and each of which latching portions includes an engagement surface extending substantially perpendicular to the insertion axis and being configured to engage a surface of the receptacle. Manipulation of the grasping portion in a direction to remove the component from the receptacle deflects the latching portions toward the insertion axis, thereby releasing the surface of each of the latching portions from engagement with the surface of the receptacle. A module configured to be inserted into a receptacle along an insertion axis, and a modular computer system including such a modular component, are also provided.

Abstract: A document processing system includes an image capture system, a multiple engine recognition system, and an application system. The image capture system generates a first electronic image of a first region of a document, where the first electronic image has a first image format. The image capture system also generates a second electronic image of a second region of a document, where the second electronic image has a second image format. The multiple recognition system transmits the first electronic image to a first recognition engine and a second recognition engine. The multiple engine recognition system also transmits the second electronic image to the second recognition engine. The first recognition engine generates a first recognition result, and the second recognition engine generates a second recognition result. The recognition system further combines the first recognition result and the second recognition result into a final recognition result.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for dissipating heat from an electronic component, such as a processor, that is mounted in a conductive enclosure and for shielding electromagnetic radiation generated by the electronic component. The apparatus includes a heat sink that is configured to be mounted to a surface of the electronic component. The apparatus also includes a conductor connected to the heat sink. The conductor is configured to provide electrical contact between the heat sink and a surface of the conductive enclosure. Accordingly, the apparatus at least partially shields the electromagnetic radiation generated by the electronic component. A corresponding method is also provided.

Abstract: A method, a translator, and a computer-readable medium for translating compiled programming code from a first code state to a second code state are disclosed. The programming code in the first state has a plurality of basic blocks, where each basic block has a set of instructions. At least one basic block ends in a dynamic branch, the dynamic branch being a transfer to one of a set of destinations based on a calculation of a destination address. The plurality of basic blocks in the first state of the programming code are identified, as are links between the identified basic blocks. A control flow graph (CFG) of the programming code is then constructed based on the identified basic blocks and identified links, where the CFG is in a preliminary form. At least one basic block ending in a dynamic branch is identified, and all identified basic blocks that lead to the dynamic branch are explored, based on the CFG, as far back as is necessary to fully determine a set of destination addresses for the dynamic branch.

Abstract: An automatic fault management system can monitor multiple platforms in a digital network to sense software and hardware malfunctions. An Event Log stores the details of each malfunction and enables an electronic service requester generator to develop formatted packets of information for transmittal to a remote service center. Administrative and monitor screens are made available to control and view each packet sent out and its status of receipt and return acknowledgment data.

Abstract: While multiple different document files on a CD-ROM can occur in several different file formats, there is no efficient way to topic-search these differently formatted files since search engines can only operate on one particular type of formatted file. The present method operates to convert the multiple file formats into one common file format (Portable Document Format) which then can be suitably searched by a browser program, such as Adobe Acrobat.

Abstract: A system and method using a timer management module for managing a circular queue having fixed timer entries and temporary new timer entries to enable location of specified new timer entries which can then be deleted at the appropriate time in timer management operations.

Abstract: A method of executing arithmetic operations in a data processing apparatus wherein first and second numbers having a main frame “e-mode format are converted to IEEE double format. Arithmetic operations are then performed using the first and second numbers in IEEE double format to form a result in IEEE double format. The IEEE double format result is then converted back to main frame e-mode format. The conversion of the first and second e-mode numbers to IEEE format includes a step of shifting a mantissa of each e-mode number by a single step of subtracting 2Nexp where Nexp is the exponent of the IEEE double under formation.

Abstract: A method in a computer system is disclosed for programmatically locating any file and building a shortcut for future reference to that file. The method also enables the arrangement of the shortcuts in an organized and hierarchical fashion. First, a shortcut cache and a mapping file is created if one does not exist. Then, the shortcut cache and the mapping file is searched for a shortcut for the file. The shortcut contains the location and name of the file. If the shortcut name is not found, then the shortcut directory for the current user is located in the system registry, and it is searched for the shortcut name. If the shortcut name is still not found, the shortcut directory for all users is located in the system registry, and it is searched for the shortcut name. If the shortcut name is found then it is stored in the shortcut cache and the mapping file; and, the location and name of the file is returned to the requestor.

Abstract: An air mover assembly is provided including at least one air mover and enclosure portions together defining a space to accommodate one or more air movers. Each of the enclosure portions has an engagement surface, and the engagement surfaces are configured for interengagement with one another to resist separation of the enclosure portions without the use of fasteners. A corresponding method is also provided.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for streaming object models with a plurality of versioned states. The method comprises the steps of streaming out each versioned state for each nonderived classifier-level feature; streaming out each versioned state of each unowned object within the model; streaming out versioned state of each owned object not yet streamed out; streaming out the versioned state of each link not represented by a reference; and streaming out a version graph using normal XMI.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved system for creating LZW compressed files by executing the LZW data compression algorithm on a plurality of special-purposed pipelined processing units, each of which contains hardware-embedded control algorithms. The data paths of the plurality of processors, together with the state machines that control the flow of data through them, provide pipelined execution of the LZW algorithm. For example, at the same instant, processor three can be processing a first input byte, processor two can be processing a second input byte, and processor one can be processing a third input byte.

Abstract: A fastener assembly and method are provided to engage a component to a circuit board assembly having a circuit board and a retainer positioned adjacent the circuit board. The fastener assembly comprises an elongated member extending between proximal and distal ends. The member includes a proximal portion having threads, and a distal portion having threads configured to engage the retainer of the circuit board assembly. A shoulder is spaced from the distal end of the member, and is configured to contact a surface of the retainer and to limit the travel of the distal end of the member toward the circuit board. The distance between the distal end and the shoulder of the member is equal to or more preferably less than the distance between the surface of the retainer and the circuit board, thereby reducing or eliminating interference between the distal end of the member and the circuit board. The fastener assembly also comprises a fastener adapted to engage the threads of the proximal portion of the member.

Abstract: A method and system as presented by which valuable documents such as checks, deeds, driver's licenses, and other types of valuable documents can be imprinted with encoded symbols by a printer whereupon multiple assemblages of data can be imprinted on the valued document which is then susceptible to readout by a document reader which will automatically authenticate and verify the originator or the document and its authenticity and obviate any attempts for fraudulent alteration.

Abstract: A method in a computer system executing a repository program for dynamically linking two objects in two different models within the repository. The method includes the steps of receiving object identifiers of each of the two objects and an association name from a computer program using the method. The association name is then used to extract a namespace object from the repository program, wherein the namespace object is a part of the repository program for containing association names. Next, a determination is made as to whether or not an association already exists between either one of the two objects and the namespace object. If it is determined that no association exists, then the association name of a first of the two objects and the namespace are changed to an object identifier of a second of the two objects. Finally, the association name of the second of the two objects and the namespace are changed to an object identifier of the first of the two objects.