Abstract: A method and apparatus for dynamically maintaining a subscriber database of a cellular telecommunications system. The method and apparatus allows creation of a personalized location pointer structure, personalized subscriber database and personalized outgoing call search list for an individual mobile subscriber. The personalized pointer structure, personalized subscriber database and personalized search list are determined based on mobile subscriber movement history and behavior within the system. Each of the location pointer structure, subscriber database and search list may be reconfigured as the system operator desires to account for changes in mobile subscriber behavior.

Abstract: A method and system of adaptive channel allocation in a multi-carrier, multi-slot system is provided. In the method and system a subset of M channels is chosen from a larger set of N channels available for communications on a link. As communications take place on the link, signal quality (C/I) measurements on the channels of the subset of M channels and interference (I) measurements on the channels of the group of N channels are periodically performed. The C/I and I measurements are then used to reconfigure the subset of M channels to reduce co-channel interference on the link.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a Directed Human Immoglobulin and compositions thereof for preventing or treating staphylococcal infections such as S. epidermidis in neonates.

Abstract: A mask is formed of a rectangular mask main body made of a ventilating material and a longitudinal elastic member stored in and attached to the mask main body. The mask main body is formed of a rectangular rear side member facing at least a nose and a mouth of a wearer, and a rectangular front side member disposed over the rear side member. The mask main body has folded portions folded in a direction parallel to long sides of the mask main body. End portions of the folded portions are located on short sides and bound thereat. The longitudinal elastic member extends along the long sides of the mask main body and has end portions arranged not to contact the short sides of the mask main body. Since the end portions of the elastic member do not contact the user in use, the mask can be worn comfortably.

Abstract: A permanent closure for fuel tanks mounted to an access door (28) with a hinge (30) connected to a vehicle, having an extended housing (22) which contains a rubber gasket (14) on the interior base, a spring (16) and a slideable internal fuel cap (24) Which meets EPA specifications. When the hinged access door (28) is in a closed position, a filler tube (20) on the vehicle enters a hole (10) in the extended housing (22) which meets the internal fuel cap (24) and an o-ring (12). A seal is obtained by closing the hinged access door (28) which presses the internal fuel cap (24) and the o-ring (12) against the filler tube (20), and into the rubber gasket (14) at the interior base of the extended housing (22). A locking pin (26), contacting a notch in the extended housing (22), insures the access door (28) remains closed, thus providing a continuous seal, and when released by a latch in the passenger compartment, maintains a seal, yet the spring partially urges the hinged access door (28) open.

Abstract: The blower/ignition/electrical system supplies the air, spark, and electrical power to facilitate and control the fuel combustion in a heat exchanger for devices which output a fluid, such as a pressure washer. The system is belt driven as an intricate part of the mechanical power system used for the fluid pressure pump. The flange/magnet hub spins past the ignition coil which in turn produces a high voltage electrical source. This potential is applied across the electrode gap to ignite a fuel. The flange magnet hub also spins past a stator coil assembly which in turn produces an alternating current. This current can be rectified or left unrectified, and is wired to a switch. When the switch is activated, the current path is through the safety control devices (such as temperature control, pressure switch or flow switch) and the fuel solenoid valve which controls the fuel flow into the combustion chamber.

Abstract: An exposure frame (30) and a registration printing pallet (130) are disclosed for registering a printing screen frame (10) holding a screen (12) first to the artwork (4) and next to the pallet (19) supporting the product (T) to be screened.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair styling system having hair styling pieces and a handle. Each hair styling piece has bristles that extend radially outward from an elongated base that fits onto the end of a handle. One hair styling piece and the handle are drawn and held together with magnets and material that is attracted to the magnets. Various embodiments and features are disclosed.

Abstract: The disclosure describes a novel Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) method and system for determining the position of a mobile radio terminal within an associated mobile radio system, which is based on Time of Arrival (TOA) measurements, including a plurality of radio base stations, measuring devices, network controller, and service node. The measuring devices are synchronized in otherwise unsynchronized radio base stations. The measuring devices measure TOA on demand and (optionally) Direction of Arrival (DOA), on a digital uplink time slot or on digital information on an analog uplink traffic channel in one or more radio base stations. The TOA and DOA information and the traffic channel number are reported to a Mobile Services Switching Center, which obtains the mobile terminal's identity from the traffic channel number and sends the terminal identity and TOA and DOA measurement information to a Service Node.

Abstract: A DS-CDMA cellular system is provided that employs two forward link transmission modes in parallel. A conventional transmission mode broadcasts a pilot channel that can be used by a conventional mobile station to estimate and detect a dedicated traffic channel. The second transmission mode transmits (via a sectorized or narrow lobe antenna system) all information required by a new generation mobile station to estimate and detect a traffic channel dedicated to that mobile station. Consequently, DS-CDMA system operators can introduce the use of adaptive array antenna systems or distributed antenna systems with new generation mobile stations, without terminating the use of the conventional mobile stations.

Abstract: A kettle for boiling water which uses steam power to drive a rotatable outer housing for providing animation is disclosed.

Abstract: The air interface of a private radio system is adapted to be compatible with the air interface of a cellular mobile network. The private radio system's beacon channel includes a dual-burst type of frequency correction channel and synchronization channel. The burst formats of these two channels are defined according to the frequency correction channel and synchronization channel burst formats used in the cellular mobile network. An information message carried in the private synchronization channel includes status and identity information related to the private radio system. An access request channel is defined for the private radio system, which enables a mobile terminal to request access to the private radio system. The protocol of the private radio system's access request channel (in the uplink) is similar to the protocol of the cellular network's access grant channel used in the downlink.

Abstract: The Stealth Chest Guard's size is 5"6/8" by 11"3/8" by 3/8" thick, it is comprised of a rubber pad to absorb the hit from an object such as a ball coming off of a bat or a bounce coming from the ground directed to the heart area. The plastic caplike shape that goes over the rubber is to help distribute the impact away from the heart area and give more support to the rubber pad. the soft terry cloth is worn for comfort and to let the skin breath. The flexablity of the rubber pad and the size of this chest guard was a very important factor. The players in the field need protection ,but they need flexability,and protection without the bulk that comes with other protective gear. The Stealth Chest Guard is light weight ,comfortable ,durable, and provides a protection for the players that is not yet available to them.

Abstract: Cellular telephone network textual messages are conventionally delivered to mobile stations for subscriber presentation on an included display. To accommodate a visually impaired subscriber, however, these textual messages are instead converted to an audible format and delivered to be heard by the subscriber instead of seen. In one embodiment, the textual messages are processed by a network connected audio device (like an announcement machine or a voice synthesizer) to generate an audible message which is then sent over a conventional voice/call connection to the mobile station. In another embodiment, the textual messages are delivered as data messages to the mobile station where a voice synthesizer generates the corresponding audible message for presentation to the subscriber. The textual messages delivered in either embodiment comprise, for example, short message service message, service provider information, charging rate information and location information.

Abstract: A bagel, roll, and bun holder device for holding a bagel, roll, bun or other similar object which provides a safe and stable device for slicing the bagel, roll, bun or other similar object with a hand-held knife is provided. The bagel, roll, and bun holder device comprises a base element and a first and a second holding element. The base element has a first and second edge. The first and second holding elements each have a marginal side edge, each have an inside surface and an outside surface, each have a stop element on their inside surface, and each have a frictional element on their outside surface. The first holding element is pivotally attached to the first edge of the base element at its marginal side edge. The second holding element is pivotally attached to the second edge of the base element at its marginal side edge. The first and second holding elements are pivotally movable from an opened position to a closed position.

Abstract: A stethoscope is fitted with a disposable cover to prevent cross contamination between patients. The cover is formed as a shield of material which is impermeable to liquids but which transmits sound waves. Adhesive is applied in a predetermined pattern on a portion of the cover so as to define a non adhesive fluid pathway between the central portion of the cover and its peripheral edge. This pathway adapts the cover for use with stethoscopes having vented diaphragms. Additional cover configurations are provided for use on the bell of a stethoscope.

Abstract: A method is provided for manufacturing bath ruffles or sponges. The method includes radially stretching over spaced upright supports one or more lengths of resilient extruded polymeric netting tube to form a telescopically gathered continuous band around the supports. A loop securing device is then positioned around opposed portions of the band centrally between the upright supports such that the opposed portions of the band are securely held together. Opposed portions of the telescopically gathered continuous band are then progressively released separately over respective upper ends of the spaced supports to form a generally spherical bath ruffle or sponge.

Abstract: A portable stove and a method for fabricating portable stove from an ammunition box. The stove uses the ammunition box as the body for the stove. An outlet is incorporated into the lid area of the ammunition box to allow for the attachment of a flue duct to the hollow body. A door with vents may also be included in one of the sides of the ammunition box so that fuel may be burned within said hollow body and the products of the burning of the fuel may escape the hollow body through the outlet and into the flue duct.