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  • Fire protection for electronics equipment
    Patent number: 6995966
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for fire prevention in electronic equipment utilizes infrared imaging technology to monitor a substantial region of an enclosure within the electronic equipment. For example, a shelf within a computer cabinet may have a lens and thermal sensor array placed within to detect changes in temperature. A processor interprets the data from the thermal sensor array to determine whether to send an alert to an operator and/or to shut down a power supply.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: Network Appliance, Inc.
    Inventors: Zoltan Zansky, Joseph Tupy
  • Embedded input/output interface failover
    Patent number: 6996629
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system and method of providing an embedded input/output interface failover. An apparatus for providing an input/output interface with failover functionality between a host and a target may include a first data transfer route suitable for communicatively coupling the apparatus to a host system, a second data transfer route suitable for communicatively coupling the apparatus to a target, and a third data transfer route suitable for communicatively coupling the apparatus to the target. A memory suitable for storing electronic data is also included, the memory including a program of instructions. A controller is communicatively coupled to the first data transfer route, the second data transfer route, the third data transfer route and the memory.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventor: Louis Odenwald
  • System and method for data verification in a RAID system
    Patent number: 6993677
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system and method for data verification in a RAID system. A method of verifying data in a RAID system may include reading a first item of data from a first data storage device and a second item of data from a second data storage device. The first item of data from the first storage device is compared with the second item of data from the second storage device. If the first item of data does not match the second item of data, a third item of data is read from a third data storage device. The third item of data is compared with the first item of data and the second item of data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2006
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventor: Alden R. Wilner
  • Method and apparatus for optimizing fragmentation of boundaries for optical proximity correction (OPC) purposes
    Patent number: 6988260
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for optimizing fragmentation of integrated circuit boundaries for optical proximity correction (OPC) purposes. The present invention may balance the number of vertices and the “flexibility” of the boundary and may recover fragmentation according to the process intensity profile along the ideal edge position to obtain the best decision for OPC.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventors: Stanislav V. Aleshin, Marina M. Medvedeva, Sergei B. Rodin, Eugeni E. Egorov
  • Router height adjustment apparatus
    Patent number: 6986369
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a router depth adjustment mechanism for minimizing rapid course depth adjustment for standard and plunge routers. Routers with rapid or course adjustment mechanisms may permit a router motor housing to drop suddenly, if the user in inattentive. Sudden adjustments may result in damage to the router and even user injury. The mechanism of the present invention includes a threaded shaft and a biased thread engaging member which may be disengaged for rapid adjustment. A restraining device and/or a break may be included to minimize the rate of change.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: Porter-Cable Corporation
    Inventors: Randy G. Cooper, Greg K. Griffin, Derrick Kilbourne, Mark A. Etter, Ginger L. Allen
  • Method of reducing miscorrections in a post-processor using column parity checks
    Patent number: 6986098
    Abstract: The present invention is a method and system for reducing miscorrections of data in a post-processor. In an embodiment of the invention, the system and method may compare a result of an exact match function and a metric for each row of a reconstructed data block to determine if a correction should be made. An algorithm for performing an exact match function may include a column parity check syndrome, a matched filter error syndrome, and an error mask of the present invention. If a result of an exact match function is an exact match, a priority of correction may be given to the row in which the exact match was produced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2006
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventors: Alan D. Poeppelman, David L. Schell, Kevin G. Christian
  • Device retention apparatus locking assembly
    Patent number: 6980429
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device retention apparatus for an information handling system. The device retention apparatus includes a housing for mounting an information handling system device and a retaining portion located on the housing, the retaining portion for engaging the information handling system device when placed in the housing. A selection mechanism for securing the information handling system device to the housing is slideably connected to the housing. A locking ramp portion is included on a door assembly of the information handling system for engaging the selection mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2005
    Assignee: Gateway Inc.
    Inventors: Vern n D. Ericks n, David R. Davis
  • Mood response system
    Patent number: 6980149
    Abstract: A mood response system enables a user to communicate audio messages to another, which correspond with the emotional state of the user, over a speaker. The mood response system comprises a handheld controller disposed with a keypad, a message set switch, and three message sets, each comprising up to ten individual audio messages, which may be played over the speaker. The mood response system further includes the capability to record audio messages from the user, store them in one of the message sets, and play the recorded audio messages over the speaker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2005
    Inventor: Dennis Meyer
  • CMOS isolation cell for embedded memory in power failure environments
    Patent number: 6977833
    Abstract: An embedded memory on an integrated circuit chip is capable of being isolated from other on chip and off chip circuitry during power failure modes on the integrated circuit chip. The embedded memory preferably has its own external power supply. When power on chip fails or falls below a threshold level, input to and output from the embedded memory is prohibited by CMOS isolation cells. The CMOS isolation cells are controlled by enable signals and the power level of other power supplies within the integrated circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2005
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventors: Brian A. Day, Frantisek Gasparik
  • Mechanism for encoding and decoding upgradeable RPC/XDR structures
    Patent number: 6976263
    Abstract: A method and system for communicating across heterogeneous networks having components with dissimilar data structure definitions is disclosed in which determinations are made as to whether the sender is up-level or down-level and whether the up-level data structure size is greater or lesser than the down-level data structure size. According to these determinations, data fields for the decoded data structure may skip data or assign default values. The invention reduces upgrade costs and system down time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2005
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventor: William P. Delaney
  • Method and system for capturing data to create Serial ATA eye diagram
    Patent number: 6973407
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for capturing data suitable for creating a Serial ATA eye diagram. A Serial ATA host controller including a first and a second Serial ATA ports is powered up, where receive lines of the first Serial ATA port are short-circuited to receive lines of the second Serial ATA port, and the first Serial ATA port is communicatively coupled to a Serial ATA drive. An initialization pattern from the Serial ATA drive is received by the first and the second Serial ATA ports. An ALIGN/SYNC pattern is transmitted over transmit lines of the second Serial ATA port. Data transmitted over the transmit lines of the second Serial ATA port is captured using a high impedance differential probe and an oscilloscope. The captured data may be used to create a Serial ATA eye diagram for the second Serial ATA port on the oscilloscope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2005
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventor: Moby Abraham
  • Sleep system
    Patent number: 6966085
    Abstract: A sleep system, for providing a bed, includes a frame with cross support members coupled with a first and second panel assembly. A sleep support mechanism operationally engages the first and second panel assemblies with one another and further engages a pad to provide adjusting support to the user. The sleep support mechanism employs a cone coupled with a first and second spring, the first and second spring further coupling with the first and second panel assemblies, and the cone engaging with the pad to provide the adjustable support capability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Inventors: W. Gene Cretsinger, Steven R. Kunert
  • Power tool supporting cabinet with a detachable dust bin
    Patent number: 6966350
    Abstract: A cabinet for supporting a platform for a power tool has a body constructed with three or more substantially vertical surfaces. One of the surfaces allows insertion of a removable dustbin. The removable dustbin may have a handle or recess to aid in insertion and removal and may have a window. One of the surfaces allows access to storage compartments, such as a blade/dado storage compartment, an inserts compartment, and a storage shelf compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Assignee: Delta International Machinery Corp.
    Inventor: Leslie Daily Gist
  • Audio assisted setup apparatus and method
    Patent number: 6966032
    Abstract: An audio assisted setup apparatus and method include providing a set of audio instructions stored in a memory, and presented to a computer purchaser to assist in setup of a computer system. The apparatus is activated automatically upon a triggering event, and runs before the computer is set up.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2005
    Assignee: Gateway Inc.
    Inventor: Glen J. Anderson
  • Method for combining states
    Patent number: 6948139
    Abstract: A method for combining states of a state machine employs manipulation of case statements in the RTL code implementing the state machine to allow selectable state combinations without duplication of code so that errors inherent in maintaining duplicate copies of the same RTL code may be eliminated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2005
    Assignee: LSI Logic Corporation
    Inventor: Richard L. Solomon
  • Universal modular power supply carrier
    Patent number: 6947287
    Abstract: A universal modular power supply carrier mounts different sized power supplies within a substantially rectangular body designed for thermal and electromagnetic emissions control. The power supplies are preferably secured within the carrier body. Input connectors may be alternating current or direct current. The output connector may be pin, or blade, and socket with blind mating capability. One or more direct current voltages may be output by the carrier to a motherboard or other electronic circuitry. The universal modular power supply carrier may be contained in a one-size universal electronic equipment cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2005
    Assignee: Network Appliance, Inc.
    Inventors: Zoltan Zansky, James Robert Davis
  • Toilet paper storage cabinet and dispenser
    Patent number: D511429
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2005
    Inventor: Tou Lor
  • Ratchet wrench
    Patent number: D511662
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power Company
    Inventors: Jeremy D. Leasure, Mark A. Etter
  • Tractor
    Patent number: D513268
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2005
    Assignee: Shandong Foton Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jinfu Wang, Zhi Chi, Jinguang Zhu, Minge Chen, Jinhua Wang, Wenzhong Liu, Yuanfu Wang, Zhengyu Li
  • Impact wrench
    Patent number: D513690
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2006
    Assignee: Black & Decker, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Fred M. Morgan