Abstract: A plurality of memory tiles (22) are arranged to form a tiled memory array (12) in an integrated circuit device (400). In accordance with the present invention, each of the memory tiles (22) in the tiled memory array (12) has charge source circuitry (24) to provided the sufficient reference voltages for proper operation of the memory tile (22). In addition, each memory tile (22) may include local error detection and correction circuitry (36b). To facilitate reliable operation, each memory tile may also include redundant rows and/or columns, and appropriate redundancy control circuitry (32c′, 32c41 ).

Abstract: A golf positioning and alignment device having a housing unit, guidance strips and spring loaded wound strip dispensers. More specifically, the present invention is a golf positioning and alignment device having three independently retractable guidance strips all contained within and mounted at the apexes of a substantially triangular housing unit. Each guidance strip is capable of being manually extended to a user-specified position and selectably locked or secured therein. The guidance strips are pulled through apertures or slits in the housing unit, wherein two opposing strips are pulled perpendicular to the golfer's stance and wherein the third strip is pulled forward and secured proximal the golf ball.

Abstract: A room conditioner provides an essentially uniform temperature within a room upon operation of a motor of a ceiling fan. The motor includes a stator supporting by a ceiling mounted shaft and a rotor supporting a set of fan blades of the ceiling fan for causing air flow upon energization of the motor. A heating element heats air flowing therepast and a secondary fan draws air past the heating element. Heated air flowing from the heating element is mixed with the air flow caused by operation of the set of fan blades to distribute warmed air uniformly throughout the space of the room wherein the room conditioner is located.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved open mesh bag comprising an open, mesh-like fabric. The bag has a closed end formed by a fold in the fabric, an opposing end and longitudinal, heat-sealed side seams extending from the closed end to the opposing end. The bags are used for packaging articles for which visibility and/or breathability of the bag fabric are useful characteristics. In a preferred embodiment, the bags are also suited for manufacture and filling using high speed, automated equipment.

Abstract: Each of one or more ducts disposed proximate an electric ceiling fan motor within a housing includes one or more heating elements. One or more motors driving one or more fans is mounted in each duct to draw air through an inlet, heat the inflowing air, and exhaust the heated air through an outlet. Each duct may be thermally insulated from the ceiling fan motor and/or the housing to prevent overheating of the latter during operation. The upwardly moving air from the ceiling fan mixes with the heated air exhausted from each outlet. As a result of the air movement within the room caused by the ceiling fan, the heated air will be uniformly dispersed and the room will be uniformly heated.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for generating a stable leading edge lifting vortex controller that significantly improves flight control and safety of an aircraft. More specifically, in a preferred embodiment, the present invention is generally a triangular or diamond-shaped member, as seen in a plan view, having a leading edge and a trailing edge wherein the trailing edge of the member is attached to the leading edge of an aircraft wing in substantially the same plane as the wing. The distal end of the leading edge of the member has a slightly drooped rounded nose. The member has a variable thickness wherein the upper surface of the member has a camber and wherein the member is substantially shaped like an airfoil. The thickness at the centerline of the member proximal to the wing is approximately the thickness of the leading edge of the wing to provide a smooth transition along the centerline.

Abstract: An internal lacing system for footwear wherein a plurality of lace guides having rotatable rollers are secured and strategically positioned throughout a shoe to facilitate the securing of the foot within the shoe. More specifically, an elongated lace having a first end and a second end is internally channeled through each of the lace guides and over the respective rollers, wherein the second end of the elongated lace exits the internal of the shoe at the upper portion of the shoe proximal to the shoe opening. The first end of the elongated lace is secured within the shoe proximal to the toe area of the shoe. To tighten the shoe, a user simply pulls on the exposed second end of the lace thereby allowing the lace to roll along each respective roller positioned within each lace guide. Additionally, because the first end of the lace is fixed, the pulling on the second end of the lace will result in a reciprocating force about each lace guide thus securely tightening the shoe around the user's foot.

Abstract: Composites of paper and bioriented polyester plastic film are made by passing a web of paperboard and a web of plastic film, with a layer of extruded molten polymer impregnating and bonding agent between the webs, through a nip. The process involves controlling one or more of the speed of the webs, the temperature of the molten polymer, the pressure or spacing of the rolls at the nip, and the rate of extrusion, relative to the porosity and surface characteristics of the paper web such that a portion of the molten polymer impregnates partially into and becomes part of the paper web and a substantial portion lies outwardly of the surface of the paper web and solidifies to form a new surface to which the film is bonded and which it is supported clear of the paper surface. The molten polymer may be polyethylene or an ethylene acrylic acid copolymer. These composites are useful in forming corrugated structures which may be used for baking in convection ovens.