Abstract: Methods and systems for monitoring biologic conditions including microsensors, wireless telemetry, expert systems, monitoring stations, and communication abilities. The methods and systems of the invention allow for patient monitoring and analysis at remote locations utilizing wireless telemetry.

Abstract: A method and system for dispensing a nonaqueous foam under pressure from a container wherein the valve of the container is pointed above the horizontal plane.

Abstract: A platform which is mounted over the fluoroscopic table in a catheterization procedure. The platform contains compartments for diagnostic or therapeutic catheterization procedure dependent devices, supplies, wastes, or fluids. The platform is mounted on a vertical support structure and utilizes removable inserts that fit within the compartments.

Abstract: A system and method for injecting fluids during angiographic procedures. A finger activated control pad is used to regulate the injection of fluids by a single operator who simultaneously manipulates the primary catheterization equipment.

Abstract: A tamper evident pharmaceutical capsule which contains an active agent. The capsule is coated on its external surfaces to provide an indication of tampering.

Abstract: A method and article for providing toy packaging. A number of shaped units are formed by winding strips of material about shaped objects. The shaped objects are combined to form a final package, such as, a train.

Abstract: An electronic device for managing at least two bingo cards. The device has stored standard card configurations which correspond to physical cards which have been selected by a player. Also stored are standard winning patterns. The processor compares "called" numbers with card configurations which correspond to the physical cards being played by the user. The device alerts the player when a winning card occurs. When "padded" paper cards are used, the device generates each succeeding game board.

Abstract: A drug delivery system in which a taste masked solid is suspended in a liquid carrier. The solid has been rendered hydrophillic and its density approximates that of the carrier liquid.

Abstract: An internal building data transmission system which uses optic fibers. It permits the flexible connection of work stations and equipment through the use of junction boxes, terminal boxes and distributing frames. The cables are connected by nonadhesive receptacles and are routed through the use of patch cord cables.

Abstract: A method of providing equal access to a number of long distance carriers in local telephone company office containing No. 5 crossbar switching machines. Calls are intercepted between the line link frame and the originating registers. If the call is a long distance call, a serial number which resembles a conventional phone call is inserted in the calls place. The called number is stored and the appropriate carrier is determined by locating the calling party's pre-selected carrier choice in telephone company records. When the call identified by the serial number exits the switch it is automatically routed to the correct long distance carrier.

Abstract: A process for making frozen bagels is disclosed. The use of a combination of oxidizers and boiling without baking prior to freezing a contribute to a frozen bagel having excellent shelf life and, when baked, have the same characteristics of fresh bagels.

Abstract: A method and device for reducing the cost and out of service time in repairing defective wire pairs in telephone networks. The device comprises a cable having metal prongs on each end which correspond to the receptacles on the protector block which is located on the vertical component of the central office distributing frame. The device is used to connect the receptacles on the protector block that are connected to a new functioning pair of field wires to the receptacles on the protector block of the office wires of the nonfunctioning old pair of wires. Thus, restoring service to a customer through a new wire pair until permanent wiring can be installed on the horizontal component of the central office distributing frame.

Abstract: A smoking product comprising an inert combustible substrate to which has been applied a nicotine-substitute-effective amount of a compound selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl-5-(pyrrolidinomethyl) thiazole and 2-methyl-5-(piperidinomethyl) thiazole, and the acid addition salts thereof. Thus, for example, a cigarette may include an inert combustible material which is a tobacco substitute onto which one or other effective compound has been impregnated.

Abstract: Systems and their methods of preparation and use that release an active agent in a controlled manner for an extended period in a vaginal cavity environment. The systems are capable of delivering the active agent for periods greater than three hours at a predictable rate to a predetermined site, the vaginal cavity.

Abstract: An integrated heating and cooling system which makes maximum use of available energy regardless of seasons. The chiller is used throughout the year to transfer heat between the chilled water circuit and either the heated water circuit or the cooling tower. Also, cooling tower water can be injected directly into the chilled water circuit.