Abstract: A representation of a network having vertices connected by arcs is provided. Different collections of vertices in the network are iteratively selected. Balancing moves are performed in corresponding collections of the network, where the collections are represented by corresponding graphs according to a predefined structure.

Abstract: A latch for securing a cover (10) to a base (40) includes a projecting tab (145) on one of the cover and the base, a mounting member (50) and a resilient member (70). The projecting tab engages with the mounting member so that the cover engages with the base. The mounting member is deformable. The resilient member is compressed by the mounting member. When the mounting member is deformed, the resilient member is released to urge the mounting member to disengage from the projecting tab thereby removing the cover from the base.

Abstract: A light sensor having first and second photodetectors and a current mirror is disclosed. The first photodetector receives a light signal and generates a light current proportional to the light intensity received by the first photodetector and a dark current that is independent of the light intensity. The second photodetector is connected in series with the first photodetector at a first node. The second photodetector has a covering that prevents light from reaching the second photodetector. The second photodetector generates a current equal to the dark current. The first photodetector is connected to a power source and the second photodetector is connected to an output node. The current mirror is connected to the first node and the output node and generates an output current that is proportional to the light current through the output node when the output node is connected to an external circuit.

Abstract: A computer enclosure includes a chassis (10), a resilient locking member (20), a cover (40), and a resilient member (30). The chassis comprises a bottom plate (12) and a side plate (16). The side plate defines a through opening (162) therein and has a flange (164) with slits (166) defined therein. The locking member is secured on the bottom plate and abuts on the side plate. A locking tab (244) with a slanted surface (246) extends from the locking member. The cover has a plurality of hooks (42) formed thereon. A blocking tab (442) is formed on the cover. The resilient member is secured between the side plate of the chassis and the cover, and resiliently deforms when the blocking tab of the cover is engaged with the locking tab of the locking member to block the cover sliding in a second direction parallel to the side plate.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a system having an image capturing device and an object-oriented motion detector with a motion analysis algorithm that detects motion of a subject and signals the image capturing device responsive to the motion of the subject.

Abstract: A processor-based method and a system are provided which are configured to regressively cluster pixels of an image and segment the image based upon the step of regressively clustering.

Abstract: A retaining device includes a computer cage (30), a drive bracket (20) for receiving a storage device, a displacing assembly (40) movably combining the drive bracket and the computer cage together. The displacing assembly includes a first fixing member (42) slidably attached to the bottom of the drive bracket, a second fixing member (44) secured in the computer cage, and a pair of connecting members (46) pivotably disposed between the first fixing member and the second fixing member. The connecting member comprises a first post (462), and a second post (464) parallel to the first post. The first and second fixing member each define a corresponding semicircular slot (424,442) to engagingly receiving the posts. The drive bracket is moved in and out form the computer cage, with the first and second posts of the connecting member pivotally engaging in the semicircular slots of the first and the second fixing member.

Abstract: To provide an index for a table in a database system, the index is partially sorted in an initial phase of building the index. Subsequently, in response to accessing portions of the index to process a database query, further sorting of the accessed portions of the index is performed.

Abstract: An optocoupler system includes a buffer, isolation, and a detector. The system includes a current transfer ratio (CTR) with a temperature coefficient. The buffer includes a light source that generates light that passes through the isolation. A detector receives light that passes through the isolation and generates an output signal based on the received light. A current transfer ratio (CTR) temperature coefficient compensation mechanism is provided that generates a base signal with a temperature coefficient that compensates the temperature coefficient of the CTR.

Abstract: A luminous sign using encapsulated LED chips with a neon light effect, comprising: a light guide, the front shape of which is the shape of a character with a selected width and height; an illumination channel, the shape of which is matched the shape of the light guide, the illumination channel and the light guide integrated into one piece; at least one PCB, the shape of which is matched the shape of the illumination channel, being placed underneath the illumination channel; a plurality of LED chips being spacedly disposed as a linear or strip array on the PCB by chip bonding method; the light guide, the illumination channel and the PCB form a closed light cavity, encapsulated with encapsulant doped with diffusion diluent; the encapsulated light guide, illumination channel and PCB are mounted on a supporting frame to form a character shape.

Abstract: A computer-executable method receives at least one query that specifies requests involving blocks of data. Based on information associated with at least one query, a sequence is identified relating to an order in which the blocks are to be retrieved into a storage for processing the requests. An output is provided for the at least one query based on retrieving the blocks into the storage according to the identified sequence.

Abstract: A computer-executable method provides plural constraints representing corresponding objectives of an enterprise, where the objectives are related to members of the enterprise's portfolio. A model is provided for selecting the members of the portfolio, where the model contains the plural constraints. The model is solved to select the members of the portfolio.

Abstract: An optocoupler system includes a buffer, isolation, and a detector. The system includes a current transfer ratio (CTR) with a temperature coefficient. The buffer includes a light source that generates light that passes through the isolation. A detector receives light that passes through the isolation and generates an output signal based on the received light. A current transfer ratio (CTR) temperature coefficient compensation mechanism is provided that generates a base signal with a temperature coefficient that compensates the temperature coefficient of the CTR.

Abstract: The present invention provides Modular Molecular Clasps and methods of using these Modular Molecular Clasps in a wide range of applications in the health care industry, e.g., in therapy, in clinical diagnostics, in in vivo imaging or in drug discovery. The Modular Molecular Clasps of the present invention also have industrial and environmental applications, e.g., in environmental diagnostics, industrial diagnostics, food safety, toxicology, catalysis of reactions or high-throughput screening; as well as applications in the agricultural industry and in basic research. Methods of designing the Modular Molecular Clasps, as well as arrays and biosensors comprising these Modular Molecular Clasps are also provided.

Abstract: A circuit for controlling pulsed current to a load, one application of which is in LED dimmer circuitry, comprises first and second reference nodes for receiving a supply voltage, an input node for receiving a timing signal such as a PWM signal, and a controlled switch coupled between the first and second reference voltage nodes for supplying current to the load. Pull-up circuitry may be coupled between a control electrode of the controlled switch and first reference voltage node, and a pull-down switch coupled between the control electrode and second reference voltage node. A control circuit coupled between the input node and control electrode of the controlled switch is configured to control the controlled switch in response to the timing signal. The circuit may further include a reference voltage source configured for producing a voltage of magnitude independent of supply voltage magnitude.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments comprise a method, which can comprise configuring a system to compare an electrical value and a selected pre-stored threshold value of a plurality of pre-stored threshold values. The method can comprise configuring the system to modify the plurality of pre-stored threshold values based upon a predetermined change in measured temperature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for improving assay accuracy for plasma samples by decreasing or eliminating false results due to platelet interference. The compositions of the present invention comprise compositions that include a platelet interference reducing agent in an amount effective to decrease the platelet interference activity in the plasma sample, particularly platelet-rich plasma sample, to be analyzed. The most preferred platelet interference reducing agent of the present invention is 1-(1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-iyl)-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl) urea, also called “Diazolidinyl urea” or “DZU”.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments comprise a system that comprises an application specific integrated circuit configured to provide an output signal. The output signal can be configured to trip a device in an electrical circuit responsive to a detected fault. The application specific integrated circuit can comprise a temperature sensor. The application specific integrated circuit can be configured to correct at least one measured electrical value responsive to a temperature measured by the temperature sensor.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can comprise a fault detection system, which can comprise a microprocessor. The microprocessor can be configured to automatically generate an output signal to an output pin responsive to an input signal indicative of an arc fault. The output signal can be configured to trip a circuit breaker.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a current source circuit having a reference resistor produces first, second and third bias currents that vary with manufacturing variances of the current compensation resistor. An input amplification stage includes a transconductance stage biased by the first bias current, a first transimpedance amplifier (TIA) biased by the second bias current, and a first feedback resistor coupled between the first TIA's input and output. The input of the first TIA is coupled to an output of the transconductance stage. An output amplification stage is biased by the third bias current and has an input coupled to an output of the first TIA. A second feedback resistor is coupled between the output of the output amplification stage and the input of the transconductance stage. The reference resistor and first and second feedback resistors are formed using a common manufacturing process.