Abstract: Method for monitoring network performance in a telecommunication network coupled with a plurality of Virtual Machines (VM) arranged in a cluster format is disclosed. A packet is received at a VM smart cluster device. Metadata is extracted from the packet. The packet can be distributed to one of the plurality of VMs. Key performance indicator (KPI) session related data associated with a subscriber in one of the plurality of VMs that receives the distributed packet can be generated.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new process for making a low cost powder for the manufacture of high performance bearings. Improved powders and sintered parts (e.g., bearings) are also provided. The powders of the present invention are formed by blending iron powder with fine cuprous oxide powder and elemental tin powder. The blended powders are then thermally treated under a reducing atmosphere to form a sintered cake, which is milled to a powder.

Abstract: The present invention provides water atomized copper powder comprising substantially irregular shaped copper particles having at least a median D50 particle size of from about 20 ?m or greater to about 50 ?m. The powders of the present invention are suitable for use in electrically conductive compositions, such as copper-based adhesives. The present invention also provides methods of making these copper powders.

Abstract: The present invention provides water atomized copper powder comprising substantially irregular shaped copper particles having at least a median D50 particle size of from about 10 &mgr;m to about 50 &mgr;m. The powders of the present invention are suitable for use in electrically conductive compositions, such as copper-based adhesives. The present invention also provides methods of making these copper powders.

Abstract: The invention provides a fully dense compacted metal composite comprising silver alloy matrix having uniformly dispersed therein discrete microparticles of a refractory metal oxide, and further comprising discrete macroparticles of metal oxides. This composition can be used for electrical contacts which have greater mechanical strength, welding resistance and arc erosion resistance than previously known electrical contacts.

Abstract: There is provided a substantially fully dense powdered metal composite comprising a highly conductive metal or metal alloy matrix having dispersed therein discrete microparticles of a refractory metal oxide and discrete macroparticles of a mechanical or physical property-conferring additive material. The respective components undergo minimal alloying or interdispersion because sintering is not utilized in forming the composite. These composites are characterized by high thermal or electrical conductivity and a desired property (controlled thermal expansion, high strength, wear and arc erosion resistance, or magnetic) attributable to the composite forming material, like refractory metal, alloy, or compound. The composites are useful in forming lead frames for integrated circuit chips, electric lamp lead wires, electrical contact members, and discrete component leads.