Abstract: A method and system for efficiently managing a time critical response to a distribution within a data processing system. The amount of time required to present a distribution to a recipient is determined in response to a receipt of that distribution at the user's station. Next, a specified time for response, action date or invalidation date is determined and a latest possible presentation initiation time is calculated which permits completion of the presentation of the distribution prior to the specified time for response or invalidation. An audible and/or textual notification is then generated and presented to the user prior to the calculated latest possible presentation initiation time, such that the user may efficiently respond to the distribution prior to the specified time for response.

Abstract: A method and data processing system are disclosed for processing incoming telephone calls. In one embodiment, the invention, in response to the receipt of an incoming telephone call, searches a calendar database for information describing the scheduled location of the party called. At the caller's option, the invention may transfer the incoming call to the scheduled location or telephone number of the party called or may inform the caller of the scheduled location or telephone number of the party called. The invention may search a directory database for a telephone number associated with the information describing the scheduled location of the party called if the information describing the scheduled location of the party called does not include a telephone number.

Abstract: A method and data processing system are disclosed for placing a telephone call. In one embodiment, the invention, in response to user designation of a party and input of a CALL command, searches an electronic calendar database for information describing the scheduled location of the designated party and places a call to the scheduled location of the designated party. In another embodiment, the invention, in response to user selection of an electronic calendar event and input of a CALL command, searches an electronic calendar database for information describing the scheduled location of the event and places a call to the scheduled location of the event. In either embodiment, the invention may search an electronic directory database for a telephone number associated with the scheduled location of the designated party or event.

Abstract: A method and system are disclosed for permitting automatic interaction between data and multiple applications in a data processing system. A selectable graphic representation associated with each application is displayed within the data processing system and after user selection of a particular graphic representation, designated data is automatically transferred to or utilized to access the associated application. A distinctive highlight overlay is associated with each graphic representation and utilized to graphically highlight data selected by user for interaction with a selected application. Alternately, data selected by a user may be utilized to automatically select a particular application to transfer that data to or for access and the distinctive highlight overlay associated with the particular application is then utilized to visually confirm access to that application.

Abstract: A closure for an electric cable splice includes first and second generally rectangular shell segments having side walls and end walls constructed and arranged to be telescopically secured together. A threaded fastener is connectable to extend through the first and second shell segments and is adapted to urge the shell segments together with sufficient force to extrude sealant in the first and second shell segments through entrance openings to encapsulate ends of spliced cables to provide a moistureproof seal between the spliced cables and the end wall adjacent the entrance openings.

Abstract: A nonmetallic container adapted for use as a tool or utility box in a pickup truck which is preferably unitarily constructed of linear high-density polyethylene and is adapted to fit both standard and compact pickup trucks.

Abstract: A tube coupling comprising a first and second tubular member the first tubular member having a bell end and the second tubular member having a pin end for telescopic engagement within the bell end of the first tubular member. A deformable band secures the first and second tubular members in telescopic engagement and prevents relative movement therebetween. Each tubular member is provided with an annular ridge. These ridges are juxtaposed when the first and second tubular members are telescopically engaged. A deformable band having a longitudinal groove formed therein has a connector loop at one end; and a projection extending outwardly from the opposite end. The band is detachably securable around the telescopically engaged tubular members. The connector loop and projection of the deformable band cooperate to tightly secure the band around the telescopically engaged tubular members, trapping the annular ridges within a longitudinal groove, for preventing relative movement of the tubular member.

Abstract: A fiberglass pipe joint construction having threaded pin and box ends thereon. Tapered threaded portions are provided with profiles to improve alignment and sealing and prevent galling of the resinous material.

Abstract: A removable earth anchor for supporting the post of signs, flags, road markers and the like. The anchor is designed to accommodate connection to various types and shapes of support posts.

Abstract: A protective tendon tensioning anchor assembly comprising an anchor plate, a sealing cup and a resilient sealing ring for providing corrosion protection for exposed portions of a tendon secured in the tendon tensioning anchor assembly.

Abstract: A swab for a shotgun having a cylindrical shaped disposable cleaning element removably mounted on a spindle. The cleaning element is made from a resilient closed cell polyethylene foam material having sufficient rigidity to dislodge contaminants from said bore, yet resilient enough not to score said bore. The element is mounted on a spindle with shoulders on the ends of the spindle to retain and compress the element at the ends.

Abstract: A valve comprising a valve body (10) having inlet (14 ) and outlet (18) passages communicating with a valve chamber (15). A valve element (90) is movable through the valve chamber adjacent a valve seat (92) and a flow deflector ring (104) having a central opening which has discontinuous deflector surfaces (106) around a central opening separated by spaced grooves (108) arranger to disrupt flow a stream of fluid flowing between the valve element and the valve seat to prevent the formation of a vena contracta downstream from the valve seat. A plurality of sleeves (34,36) having cylindrical walls divide the valve chamber to form an entrance section (15a) and an outlet section (15b).

Abstract: A comfortable backpacking harness including a plurality of flexible shoulder straps connected end to end by buckles to form an endless belt and a plurality of adjustable length article engaging loops permanently connected to the shoulder strap assembly. The shoulder straps and article engaging loops connected together in a manner to form a weight supporting quadrilateral on the back of the wearer whereby loads of any shape or weight can be carried by the harness.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, a constant flow rate control valve is provided including a cup member disposed in the flow passage through the valve. The cup member has a port located in an end wall of the cup member and a plurality of ports in the sidewall of the cup member. The cup member is movable axially within the valve, with such movement being opposed by a resilient spring member downstream of the cup member. A fixed shear ring in the valve body surrounding the sidewall of the cup member blocks or exposes areas of the sidewall ports in response to movement of the cup member. Fluid pressure acting on the end wall of the cup member urges the cup member against the spring, so that the shear member exposes only that sidewall port area appropriate to the pressure being exerted. The sidewall ports have non-identical shapes and areas, with one or more longer sidewall ports extending further toward the end wall of the cup member than the other, shorter sidewall ports.

Abstract: Impingement heating or cooling apparatus that employs an axial flow fan, a plenum, collector and a columnating assembly for directing jets of a temperature controlled gas against the surface of a food product. Means for contacting a first layer of food products with impinging jets of a temperature controlled gas and for simultaneously contacting a second layer of food products with an alternating, convective flow of a temperature controlled gas is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a valve trim design for use in reducing valve cavitation. Valve and seat are axially movable and have frustoconical facing surfaces which form an annulus therebetween to control flow. The seat has an external frustoconical surface and a plurality of pairs of ports communicating with an internal bore. The ports are aligned so that flow from the ports impinge upon each other within the interior chamber of the valve seat to reduce cavitation.