Abstract: A barbecue assembly includes a barbecue unit supported by a barbecue stand. The barbecue stand has a main vertical support. A plurality of support members are provided at the top of the main vertical support, and serve to support the barbecue unit on top of the stand. A plurality of legs are connected to and extend out laterally from a lower portion of the main vertical support. Wheels are provided on some of the legs for moving the barbecue assembly from one location to another. The stand is configured and positioned in relation to the barbecue unit so that the overall unit can be easily wheeled around, is less susceptible to being tipped over, and does not take up too much floor space.

Abstract: A barbecue support structure is provided. The barbecue support structure includes a main support frame having at least two wheels at a lower end thereof and an upper support member defining at least two upper support surfaces having in a substantially horizontal plane. An intermediate mounting frame is connected to the upper support members, and includes a mechanism for receiving a barbecue unit. The upper support members and the intermediate mounting frame collectively include a mounting mechanism for removably mounting the intermediate mounting frame to the upper support members of the main support frame. The intermediate mounting frame may be remounted to the support members at one of a plurality of different positions on the support members. This allows differently configured barbecue units to be mounted to the intermediate mounting frame.

Abstract: A system that provides supporting software to allow facsimile documents to be transferred via non-traditional mechanisms such as electronic mail, the Internet, and V.32 or other non-fax modems. The system allows facsimile documents to be transferred by computer without intermediate G3 facsimile hardware and without performing time-consuming compatibility determinations. The system also provides for cross-platform document transmissions.

Abstract: A System for Voice Playout in an Unsynchronized Packet Network for use with isochronous and asynchronous data transmission over a communication network having at least one receiving unit and at least one transmitting unit each having independent clocks. A FIFO voice codeword storing device in the receiving unit removes timing jitter from incoming packets--and receives voice packets from a data network. A phase continuous packet clock thereafter removes packets from the FIFO voice codeword storing device which is synchronized to the incoming data rate using the fill status of the FIFO voice codeword storing device as a frequency control signal. A continuous phase resampler removes timing frequency offset without causing packet slips or loss of data. The transmitter inserts the contents of a free running packet counter into each transmitted packet, allowing the receiver to detect lost packets and to properly reproduce silence intervals during Playout.

Abstract: A space and power efficient digitally controlled, all solid state, DC to AC converter powered by low voltage DC, typically found in logic circuits, that generate a high voltage low frequency AC output with a low slew rate waveform, suitable for activation of an electro-mechanical bell or electronic ringer in a telephone. The present invention is particularly suited for application in small, wireless terminals used to provide telephone services via satellite or terrestrial radio to single users or a small number of users as found in a PBX. The present invention is also particularly suited for battery or solar powered equipment where power efficiency is of significant value.

Abstract: A mix and match chair having a plurality of legs and removable chair components such as seats, backrests, footrests, and armrests. The mix and match chair comprises a chair frame having a backrest portion and a seat portion. Attached to the backrest and seat portion is a backrest pan and a seat pan, respectively. The pans have holes and at least one raised locator area. The seat and backrest have arcuate shaped apertures and a cutout. The cutouts mate with the raised locator area of the pans. Thus, the locator areas provide a mechanism for precise placement of the chair component and for the firm attachment of the chair component to the chair frame. Extending through the arcuate shaped apertures and the holes are fasteners. Other chair components are provided with the same mechanism for attaching to the chair frame.

Abstract: The Real-Time Embedded Software Repository Apparatus fully characterizes, evaluates, and reuses real-time embedded software that is placed or stored in a repository database. The Repository System comprises at least one Repository Client and at least one Repository Server and utilizes simulation and translational techniques to allow Real Time Embedded Software (RTES) to be re-used, played, and evaluated on various desktop development environments or target operating environments. The Repository System organizes and processes Repository files as Repository Units which may comprise Software Source Files and Test Software. Repository Units also contain Attachments that provide current and historic information to static files that are stored in the Repository. The Repository Units are further characterized using analysis tools (software analysis) which allow the user to associate fixed and user defined Attributes to the RTES.

Abstract: A folding portable support stand suitable for a document or book. In the open configuration, the support stand is comprised of hinged triangular panels forming a tetrahedral stand assembly which support a pair of open covers forming an inclined angle with a horizontal surface such as a table. A prismatic ledge assembly is provided along the lower edge to retain the supported object on the covers and provide stiffness to the support stand in the open configuration. In the closed configuration, the support stand forms a flat rectangular shape with the covers on the outside surface and all other elements of the support stand folded within the covers. The support stand can be manufactured from a single sheet of material, and there are provisions for printed material on the surfaces of the support stand. Preferably, the support stand is manufactured of cardboard or paperboard, but alternatives include metal, plastic, and vinyl.

Abstract: A laptop computer hinge reinforcement apparatus having a support plate and mounting block secured to a hinge. The support plate is fastened to a display panel cover and a support arm. The mounting block is fastened to the opposing side of the support arm. The mounting block has a plurality of threaded bores which are aligned with a plurality of receiving holes of the support arm. The supporting plate also has a plurality of holes and is substantially the same width as the support arm and hinged arm. The mounting block and supporting plate are secured to the support arm by fasteners that extend through the holes of the supporting plate through the receiving holes and into the threaded bores. The fastening means do not pass entirely through the bores of the mounting block. This configuration allows a second set of screws to engage the other end of the threaded bore so as to secure the support arm to the hinged arm.

Abstract: A system for conversion of non-standard video signals to standard video signals for transmission and presentation picks off an internal analog video signals from imaging diagnostic equipment (such as a CAT scanner or MRI equipment), converts it to analog video signal of different, preferably standard format, prints it or stores it, and when desire transmits the reformatted image information to the physician's terminal. Preferably the storage and transmission is in binary digitized form. At a receiving station, the received signal is stored, decoded and applied in appropriate analog vide form to an associated CRT display for reproduction of the diagnostic images. The equipments at both the control site of the diagnostic station and at the remote terminals may constitute PC's (personal computers) plus an additional video monitor.