Abstract: A method and apparatus for restarting a locomotive engine based on the lubricating oil temperature Toil at the time of shutdown and an average oil cool down rate R. The average cool down rate R may be a function of the ambient air temperature TAIR at the time of shut down. The method and apparatus of this invention allows the engine to be shutdown during periods of inactivity to conserve fuel, but prevents the engine from cooling below a predetermined temperature in order to avoid excessive wear in operating limitations upon restart.

Abstract: Conductive polyphenylene ether-polyamide compositions having excellent ductility are prepared by melt blending polyphenylene ether, an unsaturated impact modifying polymer and a functionalizing compound in an initial step, optionally in combination with a portion of the polyamide, and subsequently melt blending with the remainder of the polyamide and conductive carbon black having a low volatiles content. A mixture of polyamides, illustrated by mixtures of polyamide-6 and polyamide-66, is employed.

Abstract: A polymer produced by a transition metal containing catalyst useful for the polymerization of &agr;-olefins is prepared by (A) forming in an inert atmosphere which excludes oxygen and moisture a slurry of (1) a porous inorganic oxide support material selected from the group consisting of silica, alumina, or a combination of silica and alumina, said support material containing not greater than about 5 millimoles of hydroxyl groups per gram of support material and a particle size not greater than about 10 microns and a surface area of from about 50 to about 800 m2/g in an inert organic liquid medium; (B) mixing said slurry with (2) an alkoxide and stirring the resultant mixture at a temperature of from about −20° C. to about 120° C.

Abstract: A novel series of substituted quinoxaline 2,3-diones useful as neuroprotective agents are taught. Novel intermediates, processes of preparation, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds are also taught. The compounds are glutamate antagonists and are useful in the treatment of stroke, cerebral ischemia, or cerebral infarction resulting from thromboembolic or hemorrhagic stroke, cerebral vasospasms, hypoglycemia, cardiac arrest, status epilepticus, perinatal asphyxia, anoxia, seizure disorders, pain, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's Diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preventing or reducing a photosensitivity and/or phototoxicity reaction which may be caused by a once-per-day dose of a medication which causes a photosensitivity and/or phototoxicity reaction in a patient comprising administering the prescribed or suggested dose of the medication to the patient during the evening or early morning hours.

Abstract: A magnet, such as an open magnetic-resonance-imaging (MRI) magnet) has a first assembly including a superconductive main coil and a magnetizable pole piece which, during magnet operation, has a temperature equal to generally the temperature of the main coil. In one example, a cryogenic-fluid (e.g., liquid helium) dewar encloses the main coil, and the dewar has an interior surface defined in part by a surface portion of the pole piece. A method for providing a homogeneous imaging volume for a magnet includes steps to construct the above-described magnet.

Abstract: A self-acting air bearing wherein an abrasion-generated substance is generated by rotation of a shaft and a bearing and is used as a lubricant. As a result, a motor of low cost and stable rotation in which it is not necessary to insert special lubricant into the shaft or the bearing previously can be achieved. Moreover, in a polygon motor having such a lubrication structure, since polluting of a writing system is not feared, reliability for a long time period can be obtained.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cylindrical roller bearing which allows the components to be assembled efficiently after they have been mounted in a machine. The cylindrical roller bearing has an inner race and an outer race and a plurality of rollers between the races. A bevel is on the inner race and is formed by a curved surface connecting an end face of the inner race to an outside diameter surface rollerpath of the inner race. The bevel may alternatively be formed of four or more flat surfaces which approximate a curved surface. The bevel can also be configured on the outer race as opposed to the inner race. This enables assembly of the rollers with respect to either the outer race or the inner race without scoring the rollerpath or the rollers.

Abstract: A method for forming an image array optoelectronic microelectronic fabrication, and the image array optoelectronic microelectronic fabrication formed employing the method. There is first provided a substrate having a photoactive region formed therein. There is then formed over the substrate a patterned microlens layer which functions to focus electromagnetic radiation with respect to the photoactive region of the substrate. The patterned microlens layer is formed of a first material having a first index of refraction. Finally, there is then formed conformally upon the patterned microlens layer an encapsulant layer, where the encapsulant layer is formed of a second material having a second index of refraction no greater than, and preferably less than, the first index of refraction of the first material. The method of the present invention contemplates an image array optoelectronic microelectronic fabrication formed employing the method of the present invention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a steering control system and method for autonomous intelligent vehicles. The system includes image input means for supplying images of in front of the vehicle; a plurality of image grabbers which receive images from the image input means and capture image signals corresponding to the road; a first controller determining if the vehicle is being driven within the lane using near image signals received from the image grabbers; a second controller determining a driving direction of the vehicle and detecting curves in the road using distant image signals received from the image grabbers; a steering controller analyzing the information received from the first and second controllers to determine a steering angle and direction, and which outputs control signals corresponding to the analysis; and drive means for driving a steering system of the vehicle in a direction and angle corresponding to the control signals received from the steering controller.

Abstract: A computer is connected to redundant network switches by primary and secondary connections, respectively. Test messages are sent across each connection to the attached switches. A break in a connection, or a faulty connection, is detected upon a failed response to one of the test messages. In response to this failure, traffic is routed across the remaining good connection. To facilitate fast protocol rerouting, a test message is sent across the now active connection bound for the switch connected to the failed connection. This message therefor traverses both switches causing each to learn the new routing. Rerouting is therefor accomplished quickly.

Abstract: A vehicle shelter comprising a head frame, a head curtain attached to the head frame, a side frame, and a side curtain attached to the side frame. The head frame includes a head subframe having a first raked channel adapted to be mounted to a loading dock wall, a plurality of cross channels attached (e.g., clinched) to and extending outward from said first raked channel, and a second raked channel attached (e.g., clinched) to said cross channels. The head frame further includes a head panel attached to an upper surface of said head subframe to form a barrier to the elements, and a head curtain mounted to the head frame. The side frame includes a side subframe having a first long channel adapted to be mounted to a loading dock wall, a plurality of cross channels attached (e.g., clinched) to and extending outward from said first long channel, and a second long channel attached (e.g., clinched) to said cross channels.

Abstract: This invention relates to an apparatus for the production of heated beverage being, in particular, coffee. The apparatus provides a brewing chamber in which the outlet from the brewing chamber is closed for a period during operation to ensure retention of the liquid in contact with the coffee. Upon opening of the outlet, the coffee progresses to a beverage container substantially sealed against the escape of steam and aroma from the brewed coffee.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to an antioxidant compound which reduces the rate at which insoluble sulfur converts to a migratable form of sulfur in an unvulcanized compound.

Abstract: 1-Sulfonyl-1H-benzotriazole compounds have been found to be useful as antifoggants and print stabilizers in photothermographic elements. The photothermographic elements may be used in medical imaging films or as a photomask in a process where there is a subsequent exposure of an ultraviolet or short wavelength visible radiation-sensitive imageable medium.

Abstract: Feedback is provided to a user during installation of electronic equipment. Prior to installation of the electronic equipment, a plurality of installation feedback lights are placed on a case of the electronic equipment. During installation of the electronic equipment after attempting performance of an installation step, a determination is made as to whether performance of the installation step was successful. When performance of the installation step was successful, notification is provided to an installer that the installation step was successful. The notification includes activating one of the installation feedback lights.

Abstract: An image processing device of the present invention includes a storage for storing image data and a printer for printing images on a plurality of copies of sheets in accordance with the image data. The printer produces a single copy of printings at a time on the basis of a plurality of pages of image data stored in the storage. When a plurality of copies of printings are desired, and if a copy proof mode is selected, the operation of the printer is interrupted before the printer produces the second copy of printings. The operation of the printing section is resumed in response to a print restart command. The image processing device therefore allows the operator desiring a plurality of copies of printings to proof a printed image before the image is printed on the second sheet.

Abstract: A turbine blade damper in the form of a sheet metal body includes a concave notch along one edge thereof, and a projecting side tab along an opposite edge thereof.