Abstract: A computer implemented method, apparatus, and computer program product for distributing files. A configurable threshold is set. A notification of a file to upload is received. An entry for the file is created in a database. A determination as to whether the size of the file is less than the configurable threshold is made. Responsive to a determination that the size of the file is greater than or equal to the configurable threshold, the file is copied to a plurality of servers, and the entry in the database is updated by adding the locations of the plurality of servers. Responsive to a determination that the file is less than the configurable threshold, the file is stored in a storage, and the entry in the database is updated with the location of the file.

Abstract: An NIR (near infra red) spectrum is obtained from a cereal grain sample and processed to deduce characteristics related to possible weather damage, for the purpose of assessing sample quality. In addition or alternatively, cereal grain is subjected to a compression test, for example to obtain data below the yield point of the shell of the grain, to determine state of any weather damage. An embodiment includes data processing to assess weather damage from data of NIR spectrum analysis and/or data from compression test analysis; a cross correlation is relevant where either of the NIR and compression tests alone are not sufficiently decisive.

Abstract: A through the hole rotary position sensor which incorporates a single ring magnet with a central aperture. The rotating shaft whose angular position is to be sensed is received in the central aperture. The through the hole rotary position sensor includes a pair of pole pieces which extend around the circular magnet. Magnetic flux responsive elements are disposed adjacent the pole pieces. In order to shield the sensor from undesirable magnetic flux influences through the rotatable shaft, an internal shunt ring is provided around the exterior of the rotatable shaft. The circular magnet, pole pieces, magnetic flux responsive element, optional shunt rings and shunt discs are carried by a non-magnetic housing.

Abstract: A temperature control device is disclosed for a metering head of a paper machine. The control device includes a metering head fabrication, the fabrication defining an internal cavity. In use of the metering head, the cavity is filled with a liquid. A displacement tube is disposed within and extends along the cavity for optimizing a flow of the liquid along the boundaries of the cavity for permitting accurate temperature control of the metering head.

Abstract: A multi-layer, strip-type screening sheet for electric lines comprises at least a substrate layer of plastic material and at least one screening layer of electrically conductive material, in particular metal, which the substrate layer is lined with, the screening layer being provided with spacing gaps that recur at longitudinal intervals for electrical interruption thereof in the longitudinal strip direction.

Abstract: Techniques for controlling operation of control loops in a receiver are described. The operation of at least one control loop is modified in conjunction with a change in operating state, which may correspond to a change in linearity state, gain state, operating frequency, antenna configuration, etc. A change in linearity state may occur when jammers are detected and may cause bias current of analog circuit blocks to be adjusted. The at least one control loop to be modified may include a DC loop, an AGC loop, etc. The operation of a control loop may be modified by disabling the control loop or changing its time constant prior to changing operating state, waiting a predetermined amount of time to allow the receiver to settle, and enabling the control loop or restoring its time constant after waiting the predetermined amount of time.

Abstract: A through the hole rotary position sensor which incorporates a single ring magnet with a central aperture is disclosed. The rotating shaft whose angular position is to be sensed is adapted to be received in the central aperture. The through the hole rotary position sensor in accordance with the present invention also includes a pair of pole pieces which extend at least partially around the circular magnet. One or more magnetic flux responsive elements are disposed adjacent the pole pieces. In order to shield the sensor from undesirable magnetic flux influences through the rotatable shaft, an optional internal shunt ring may be provided around the exterior of the rotatable shaft. In order to shield the sensor from undesirable external magnetic flux influences, an optional external shunt ring and top and bottom shunt discs may also be provided. The circular magnet, pole pieces, magnetic flux responsive element, optional shunt rings and shunt discs are carried by a non-magnetic housing.

Abstract: Techniques for operating a receiver to linearity performance and higher receive signal to noise ratio are described. The receiver includes one or more circuit blocks, e.g., a low noise amplifier (LNA), having discrete gain states. The gain states are selected based on switch points, with each switch point indicating a specific received signal level at which to switch from one gain state to another gain state. The switch points may be dynamically selected based on channel conditions, which may be characterized by the presence or absence or strength or frequency of jammers. A first set of switch points may be selected when jammers are detected, and a second set of switch points may be selected when jammers are not detected. The gain states are selected in accordance with the set of switch points selected for use.

Abstract: Apparatus for controlling a digital television display, the apparatus comprising a main processor 4, a main memory 5 coupled to said main processor 4 via address and data busses, the main memory 5 being arranged to store at least temporarily video data for display, and on-screen display graphics for overlaying on video data. Mixing means 15 is provided for mixing video data read from the main memory 5 under the control of the main processor 4, with on-screen display graphic data. At least one line buffer 13a,13b is provided for storing a line of on-screen display graphic data. Hardware processing means 9 is arranged to compose a line of on-screen display graphic data in the line buffer 13a,13b by reading appropriate on-screen display graphic data from said main memory 5 and writing it to the line buffer, and for providing the composed line of data to said mixing means 15.

Abstract: An animal data gathering device comprise: a radio transmitter and receiver, a processor for controlling the operation of the device, and memory for storing, information including a first unique identifier associated with the device, wherein the processor is arranged to transmit a signal, by means of the radio transmitter, and to receive, by means of the radio receiver, one or more signals, each representing a second unique identifier from other devices and the processor is arranged to store in the memory each second unique identifier. Thus a record is kept of all radio devices with which the device has come into radio contact.

Abstract: Diethylhydroxylamine (DEHA) and di-isopropylhydroxylamine can be used to remove iron deposits from the surfaces of closed loop systems. A closed loop system can be cleaned of iron deposits by first contacting the surface of the closed loop system having iron deposits with an aqueous solution of an oxygen scavenger; and then introducing diethylhydroxylamine, di-isopropylhydroxylamine, or mixtures thereof; into the closed loop system at a concentration sufficient to cause the iron deposits to release from the surface of the closed loop system. It can be desirable to use a filter or strainer to trap and remove the particulate iron deposits once they have been released from the surface of the closed loop system. In the alternative, a dispersant can be used to prevent released particulate iron deposits from reforming as scale.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations for corrosion-inhibiting, emulsifying, lubricating or as a surfactant in organic hydrocarbon and/or water based system containing an acyl amino acid derivative and a triazole derivative.

Abstract: Apparatus (20, 20b) for coating a traveling paper web (w) includes a coater head (22, 22b) for applying a film of an aqueous slurry of coating material either directly to the paper web, which is supported on the surface of a rotating backing roll (14, 14b), or to the surface of a backing roll (14, 14c?) which in turn applies the film to the paper web (w) which is nipped between two backing rolls. The coater head (22, 22b-d) includes an inlet (24, 24b) for receiving fresh coating material which is introduced into a mixing chamber (26, 26b). A looped flow path is established within the coater head which includes a feed channel (28, 28b) extending from the mixing chamber (26, 26b) and leading into a coating chamber (18, 18b) where one portion of the coating material proceeds in the direction of the rotating backing roll while another portion of the coating material exits the feed channel in the opposite direction over a baffle (30, 30b).

Abstract: A lockable lift assembly for controlling the height of a mower cutting deck is provided. The assembly includes a pedal actuated system including a rockshaft extending the width of the mower frame and having plates on which the deck is carried as a change in height is either performed or maintained. Intermediate these extensions is a toothed plate which cooperates with a handle operated latching system to permit a user to fixedly control the height of the cutting deck. Joint use of the pedal and latching system enables placement of the deck in a position wherein the deck is raised above the highest heighth of cut for travel across the ground or, alternatively, in a removal position in which the deck may be securely and quickly detached from the mower.

Abstract: Apparatus for controlling a digital television display, the apparatus comprising a main processor 4, a main memory 5 coupled to said main processor 4 via address and data busses, the main memory 5 being arranged to store at least temporarily video data for display, and on-screen display graphics for overlaying on video data. Mixing means 15 is provided for mixing video data read from the main memory 5 under the control of the main processor 4, with on-screen display graphic data. At least one line buffer 13a,13b is provided for storing a line of on-screen display graphic data. Hardware processing means 9 is arranged to compose a line of on-screen display graphic data in the line buffer 13a,13b by reading appropriate on-screen display graphic data from said main memory 5 and writing it to the line buffer, and for providing the composed line of data to said mixing means 15.

Abstract: A disk-shaped two-antenna assembly contains a CP ring-antenna and a linear-monopole-antenna. The bottom surface of a ring-shaped dielectric member holds a ground plane. A circular radiating element is located on a top surface of the ring-shaped dielectric member. A linear radiating element is positioned coincident with a central axis of the two-antenna assembly, and a top end thereof carries a metal disk that extends perpendicular to the central axis of the two-antenna assembly. A centrally-located void lies between the ground plane and the metal disk to provide for the housing of electronic components. Metal RF shields are electrically connected to the ground plane and are located at the top portion of this void, intermediate the bottom-located ground plane and the top-located metal disk.

Abstract: A monomer composition characterized by being curable to form a resin suitable for optical products having a balanced refractive index and Abbe's number range and good tintability comprising a polyene monomer; and polyisocyanate, polyisothiocyanate, or an isocyanate monomer containing at least one isothiocyanate group; and a monomer having two or more active hydrogen groups such as polythiols, polyamines, and polyols. The invention also provides a special process for making the composition and for curing the composition to form a resin product.

Abstract: An animal data gathering device comprise: a radio transmitter and receiver, a processor for controlling the operation of the device, and memory for storing, information including a first unique identifier associated with the device, wherein the processor is arranged to transmit a signal, by means of the radio transmitter, and to receive, by means of the radio receiver, one or more signals, each representing a second unique identifier from other devices and the processor is arranged to store in the memory each second unique identifier. Thus a record is kept of all radio devices with which the device has come into radio contact.

Abstract: Spray apparatus comprising a spray carrier or liquid reservoir (1), a loop circuit, a first pump (2) for feeding spray liquid from the liquid reservoir (1) to the loop circuit (A, B, C, D), a spray chemical reservoir (5), chemical injection means for injecting spray chemical from the spray chemical reservoir (5) into the loop circuit (A, B, C, D), a spray nozzle (6), a valve (20) selectively connecting the spray nozzle (6) to the loop circuit (A, B, C, D), and a second pump (4) in the loop circuit (A, B, C, D) for continuously circulating spray liquid and spray chemical in the loop circuit (A, B, C, D).