Abstract: A single chip sequential processor comprising at least one ALU-Block, where said sequential processor is capable of maintaining its op-codes while processing data such as to overcome the necessity of requiring a new instruction in every clock cycle.

Abstract: The present invention comprises methods and compositions for aggregating algae so as to separate the algal cells from an aqueous algae suspension. A bioflocculent, comprising a composition comprising a bacteria, is used to aggregate the algae.

Abstract: A method of operating a contact sensor and a method of calibration of a contact sensor. The contact sensor comprises an array of discrete and spaced apart sensing elements (102, 202) connected to a resistive element (101, 201) with the location or size of a contact being detectable by measurement of one or more electrical parameter(s) relating to impedance steps along the resistive element (101, 201) is described. The method of operating involves determining a length of the sensing element between the contact and the resistive element and using this to compensate for a parasitic resistance present in the measured resistance of the resistive element.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions that are useful in producing, feeding and growing animals. Compositions of the present invention comprise an extracted mineral element composition as disclosed herein. Animal lifespan and production is improved when provided with compositions comprising an extracted mineral element composition.

Abstract: A post medical procedure garment includes front and rear panels with height adjusting straps that extend over the wearer's shoulders. The front panel includes an outer compression fabric and an inner cup assembly, which is essentially non-compressive. The cup assembly includes individual cups for each breast. An elastic band extends around the bottom portion of the garment. Tensioning structures, such as side flaps extending from the back to the front, can be provided to adjust the circumferential size of the garment. The garment can include releasable closures on the side of the garment to aid in putting on and taking off the garment. A connector can removably attach a fluid storage device to the side flaps or the elastic band. The fluid storage device can hold post-medical procedure drainage fluid.

Abstract: A mapping table loading method and a memory storage apparatus are provided. The method includes: receiving a plurality of first read commands comprising a plurality of first logical units; executing a first logical-physical mapping table pre-loading operation to read a plurality of mapping information corresponding to the first logical units in a logical-physical mapping table from a rewritable non-volatile memory module to a first buffer area of a buffer memory according to a first executing sequence of the first read commands if the first logical units are not continuous logical addresses; and reading data belonging to the first logical units from physical erasing units to the first buffer area according to the mapping information of the first logical units, and replacing the mapping information of the first logical units in the first buffer area by the data belonging to the first logical units.

Abstract: A network operations center (NOC) that displays computer identification information obtained from user devices that are connected to, but not authorized to use, the computer network. The computer identification information typically includes a computer name, IP address, MAC address, location, or failed registration attempt time. The NOC receives full or partial computer identification information obtained during a trouble call and identifies the corresponding computer identification information for pre-authorization user devices connected to the network. This allows the network administrator to identify the user's device on the network and authorize the user's device to receive Internet access without having to receive and enter complete computer identification information, such as the full MAC address for the device. As a result, the trouble calls are resolved quickly with a minimal amount of information from the user.

Abstract: A mapping table loading method and a memory storage apparatus are provided. The method includes: receiving a plurality of first read commands comprising a plurality of first logical units; executing a first logical-physical mapping table pre-loading operation to read a plurality of mapping information corresponding to the first logical units in a logical-physical mapping table from a rewritable non-volatile memory module to a first buffer area of a buffer memory according to a first executing sequence of the first read commands if the first logical units are not continuous logical addresses; and reading data belonging to the first logical units from physical erasing units to the first buffer area according to the mapping information of the first logical units, and replacing the mapping information of the first logical units in the first buffer area by the data belonging to the first logical units.

Abstract: A golf club (2) comprising a shaft (20), a head and a damping device (1, 100). The damping device (1, 100) includes an anchor element (3, 103) and a damping element (4, 104) interconnected by a rigid rod (5, 105). The anchor element (3, 103) is anchored within the lower section of the shaft (20) that has a substantially constant diameter such that the damping element (4, 104) is in contact with an internal surface of the shaft (20) to dampen vibrations therein.

Abstract: A fuel oxidizer system is operated in a first operating mode. In the first operating mode, a mixture that includes fuel from a fuel source is compressed in a compressor of the fuel oxidizer system; the fuel of the compressed mixture is oxidized in a reaction chamber of the fuel oxidizer system; and the oxidized fuel is expanded to generate rotational kinetic energy. The fuel oxidizer system is operated in a second operating mode. In the second operating mode, fuel from the fuel source is directed to bypass the compressor, and the fuel that bypassed the compressor is oxidized in the reaction chamber.

Abstract: Various mechanical closure systems and securing systems are disclosed, such as snowboard bindings and car rack systems. The systems include a mechanically reformable strap. The strap includes a wire disposed along a longitudinal axis of the strap. The wire maintains the strap in a desired geometry that is different from a previous geometry of the strap. In other embodiments, a wire-core strap can include transverse ridges, holes, or other types of grooves or apertures.

Abstract: A mobility assistance apparatus includes first and second frames positioned on left and right sides of a user; a hinge arm mechanism coupled to the first and second frames; and a harness or a walking seat coupled to the frames to transfer at least a portion of the user's body weight from the legs and to transfer weight through the user's hip or pelvis to the first and second frame enabling the user to stand and walk or work for an extended period without requiring the user's arms to hold the frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a memory management method, memory control circuit unit, and a memory storage device. The method includes: transmitting temporary data from a buffer memory to a register of a first memory plane; releasing a first storage space of the buffer memory, wherein the first storage space is configured to store the temporary data; performing a first operation to a second memory plane by using the first storage space; and after finishing the first operation performed on the second memory plane, reloading the temporary data from the register of the first memory plane to the first storage space of the buffer memory, wherein operations performed on the first memory plane and the second memory plane are asynchronous operations.

Abstract: A single chip sequential processor comprising at least one ALU-Block, where said sequential processor is capable of maintaining its op-codes while processing data such as to overcome the necessity of requiring a new instruction in every clock cycle.

Abstract: A noncontact support platform includes a plurality of pressure nozzles on an outer surface of a PV stage of the noncontact support platform. The pressure nozzles connected to a pressure source for creating an outflow of fluid through the pressure nozzles. A plurality of vacuum nozzles are interspersed with the pressure nozzles on the outer surface and are connected to a vacuum manifold via one or a plurality of hoses to create an inflow of the fluid through the vacuum nozzles. At least one flowmeter is configured to generate a signal that is indicative of a measured inflow via at least one hose of the hoses. A controller is configured to analyze the signal to determine whether the measured inflow is indicative of blockage of a vacuum nozzle and to generate a response when blockage is indicated.

Abstract: An in-plane retardation switching device includes a first substrate, a second substrate, a non-chiral smectic C phase liquid crystal material disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate. The liquid crystal material is of a bulk state. The liquid crystal material has a phase transition sequence of a smectic C phase, a smectic A phase, a nematic phase and an isotropic phase in this order. The liquid crystal material does not have spontaneous polarization and is configured to be driven by quadra-pole momentum of the liquid crystal material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-core processor system, in particular a single-package multi-core processor system, comprising at least two processor cores, preferably at least four processor cores, each of said a least two cores, preferably at least four processor core, having a local LEVEL-1 cache, a tree communication structure combining the multiple LEVEL-1 caches, the tree having at 1 a one node, preferably at least three nodes for a four processor. core multi-core processor, and TAG information is associated to data managed within the tree, usable in the treatment of the data.