Abstract: A coaxial resonator includes a core of dielectric material. A through-hole defines respective openings in the top and bottom surfaces of the core. The top surface further defines at least first and second metallized regions surrounding the through-hole opening and an unmetallized region therebetween. The first metallized region defines a resonator pad. An isolated metallized region on at least one of the side surfaces defines an input/output electrode. In one embodiment, one of the metallized regions on the top surface and the electrode define interdigitated fingers on the top surface. In another embodiment, the pad defines outwardly projecting corner ears and both the second metallized region and electrode define fingers protruding between the ears. In a further embodiment, the electrode extends across at least two of the side surfaces.

Abstract: A sensor for sensing the position of an object includes a magnet and a magnetic flux sensor. The magnet has dimensions that include a length, a width and a height. The magnet is adapted to generate a flux field. The flux field has a magnitude of flux and a flux direction. The flux direction changes along at least one of the dimensions. The magnetic flux sensor is mounted adjacent the magnet. The magnet provides a rotating magnetic field vector. A method for magnetizing a magnet to create the rotating magnetic field vector is also disclosed.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Agapanthus plant named ‘Northern Star’ that is characterized by green leaves with a violet base and a large number of violet flowers.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Nemesia plant named ‘Innsunmara’ that is characterized by large red orange flowers and good cold temperature tolerance.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Nemesia plant named ‘Innsuncara’ that is characterized by large gold yellow flowers, good cold temperature tolerance and an upright habit.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Nemesia plant named ‘Innsuntama’ that is characterized by orange red flowers, good cold temperature tolerance, and an upright compact habit.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘A-24’ that is characterized by large numbers of red purple flowers, green leaves, good cold temperature tolerance, a prostrate, spreading habit, a short crop time, and the absence of pollen.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘A-32’ that is characterized by large numbers of pink flowers, good cold temperature tolerance, a prostrate, spreading habit, a short crop time, and the absence of pollen.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘A-5’ that is characterized by large numbers of white flowers, good cold temperature tolerance, a prostrate, spreading habit, a short crop time, and the absence of pollen.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘A-55’ that is characterized by large numbers of pink flowers, green leaves, good cold temperature tolerance, a prostate spreading habit, a short crop time, and the absence of pollen.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Arenaria plant named ‘Sapare’ that is characterized by short height, a compact habit and white flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by large decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, violet-colored ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the third week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by large decorative type inflorescences with white ray florets and a creamy yellow center, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the third week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by large decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, light orange ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the first week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by large decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, light pink ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the first week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by small daisy type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, yellow ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the third week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, lilac-colored ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the third week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct Chrysanthemum plant cultivar is disclosed, characterized by small decorative type inflorescences, consistent flowering response to short days, blooming consistently after 49 days of short day length, dark red ray florets, free branching habit, and a consistent natural season flowering habit during the last week of September.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mandevilla plant named ‘Gendipsa’ that is characterized by double red purple flowers, medium green elliptical shaped leaves and a compact growth habit.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Carnation plant named ‘Moonlight’ that is characterized by flowers with numerous petals, large cream-white flowers, vigorous growth and a short response time.