Abstract: A system and method of balancing data storage among a plurality of groups of computing devices, each group comprising one or more respective computing devices.

Abstract: A system and method for balancing data storage among a plurality of groups of computing devices, each group comprising one or more respective computing devices, each group having an available storage capacity. The method may involve, for each group of computing devices, determining an amount of used storage at the group of computing devices exceeding a predefined first threshold value that is less than the available storage capacity and calculating a storage cost based on the determined amount of used storage exceeding the predefined first threshold value, determining a total storage cost of the plurality of groups of computing devices based on a sum of the calculated storage costs, determining a transfer of one or more projects between the groups of computing devices that reduces the total storage and directing the plurality of groups of computing devices to execute the determined transfer.

Abstract: A ventilator headboard apparatus is a modular air handling and filtration device used to recirculate and filter a volume of air. A chassis supports at least one mounting panel, a supply plenum, and a cover plate to manage the atmosphere at the head of a patient's bed, i.e., at the headboard. A plenum space is formed between the supply plenum and the cover plate, across the mounting panel. A pressurized conduit is connected between the supply plenum and an air handling unit, arranging the air handling unit in fluid communication with the plenum space directly, and the atmosphere around a patient's head by extension. With operating energy supplied by a power supply, the air handling unit is used to operably intake or exhaust air across the cover plate according to user configurations and situational requirements.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Historical analysis of query patterns is used to discover relationships between data sets. These relationships are used to make optimal decisions about where to place data in a globally distributed environment in which locality of data is an important factor in providing good query performance. A mixed integer programming model is used to solve a constraint based system which balances the need to have data kept local with other data and the cost of replicating data across a low-bandwidth network.

Abstract: A hand-held device for obtaining a three-dimensional topological surface profile of a tyre, the device comprising: a base comprising an aperture; a light source arranged in use to generate an elongate pattern of light, and to project said pattern through the aperture onto a rolling surface of the tyre; a detector arranged to image a region of the rolling surface of the tyre; a plurality of pairs of guide wheels mounted on respective axles mounted on the base, wherein the guide wheels on adjacent axles are linked by gears; and a rotary encoder arranged to generate a signal corresponding to rotation of an axle.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: A catalyst for use in the thermocatalytic conversion of biomass contains alumina from aluminum chlorohydrate, phosphated kaolin and a calcined phosphated zeolite ZSM-5. The catalyst may be prepared by adding a slurry of particles of the calcined phosphated zeolite ZSM-5 to phosphoric acid and kaolin and then adding to the resulting product the aluminum chlorohydrate. The particles are then spray dried and calcined.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: Generating a universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is disclosed. The universal graphical desktop sharing protocol is configured to communicate information (e.g., a sequence of one or more desktop sharing events) that has been translated from a first graphical desktop sharing protocol and is available to be translated into a final graphical desktop sharing protocol.

Abstract: The exercise devices disclosed herein are configurable to allow a user to perform various exercises. The exercise device can include an adjustable bench assembly connected with a frame supporting a cable-pulley assembly providing a user interface with a resistance system. A user can interface with an actuation component to pull resistance cables against resistance from the resistance system. Various exercise accessories can be provided that are easily connected with and removed from the exercise device to allow a user to perform different exercises. Some examples of exercise accessories are used to configure the exercise device for squat, abdominal, leg extension, leg curl, and arm curl exercises. The frame can also be configured to selectively place the exercise device in a stationary operating configuration supported by the frame on a support surface and a storage configuration wherein the exercise device is rollingly supported on the support surface by wheels.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of and kits for detecting polymorphisms in a nucleic acid encoding a human histamine H2 receptor.

Abstract: A group of oligonucleotides for the identification of sequences in a sample comprising human histamine H2 receptor DNA, cDNA or RNA originating from a tissue sample or body fluid is employed in the diagnosis and/or treatment of human neurological and psychiatric disorders, particularly schizophrenia, and diseases of other systems or organs of the human body. The oligonucleotides, suitable for use as primers for the amplification of DNA corresponding to a region of a human histamine H2 receptor, have nucleotide sequences selected from: 5′ACACCAGCCTGGATGTGA 3′(as listed in SEQ ID NO:12), 5′TCACATCCAGGCTGGTCT 3′ (as listed in SEQ ID NO:13), 5′ CAATCATACCACCTCTAA 3′ (as listed in SEQ ID NO:14), 5′ ACACAAACGCGGTGAAGT 3′(as listed in SEQ ID NO:15). Also described is a diagnostic kit comprising one or more of the above mentioned oligonucleotides.

Abstract: Alpha alumina particles are made by heating particles of alumina with an aqueous solution containing a dissolved fluorine-containing compound and an acid; separating the particles from the solution and then calcining the particles at a temperature not greater than about 1025° C. The alumina particles preferably have an LOI in the range of about 1-20 wt. %; more preferably about 1-6 wt. %. Alpha alumina particles of the invention are more readily ground into smaller particles than alpha alumina particles made by calcining at higher temperatures. The remaining soda in the alpha alumina is found to be highly soluble in hot water. The process produces low soda content (0.01 wt. % Na2O or less) alpha alumina crystals from alumina feedstocks with 0.5 wt. % or more initial soda levels. The alpha alumina crystals produced are as large as 30-40 microns. Most typically; the size range is between 2 and 8 microns.

Abstract: The invention relates to allelic variants of human histamine H.sub.2 receptor genes and primer sequences useful in detecting such genes.

Abstract: A composition and process for making an insulating refractory material. The composition includes calcined alumina powder, flash activated alumina powder, an organic polymeric binder and a liquid vehicle which is preferably water. Starch or modified starch may also be added. A preferred insulating refractory material made with the composition has a density of about 2.4-2.6 g/cm.sup.3 with reduced thermal conductivity, compared with tabular alumina. Of importance, the formulation has good abrasion resistance and crush strength during intermediate processing (commercial sintering) to attain full strength and refractoriness, good abrasion resistance and crush strength.