Abstract: Compounds and compositions comprising fragments and synthetic analogs of human thrombospondin are provided together with methods for their use as thrombospondin-like agents.

Abstract: A control system and process method for reducing energy consumption of flight simulators includes electronic circuitry to automatically control the starting and stopping of the large motors that drive the hydraulic pumps for the motion system. The electronic circuitry monitors existing signals in the simulator motion and control loading cabinet and determines when the motors need to be started or stopped automatically. The circuitry generates the necessary outputs to start and stop the motors at the user level, and interfaces to the manual (user) motor control switches. The Energy Saving Control System (E.S.C.S.) provides a safe and reliable means of producing substantial electrical energy savings.

Abstract: Polyalkyloxazoline-polycarbonate-polyalkyloxazoline triblock copolymers are prepared by a novel process, and are useful as compatibilizing agents in polycarbonate/polyamide resin blends.

Abstract: An improved resinous blend having good impact properties and solvent resistance comprising an aromatic carbonate polymer, a polyacetal and a thermoplastic polyurethane.

Abstract: Polyalkyloxazoline-polycarbonate-polyalkyloxazoline triblock copolymers are prepared by a novel process, and are useful as compatibilizing agents in polycarbonate/polyamide resin blends.

Abstract: A device for mounting a telecommunictions device for the deaf ("TDD") to a pay telephone booth which provides an enclosure for storing the TDD when not in use, and a mechanism for attaching the TDD to the booth so that it can be moved between a position where it is contained within the enclosure to a position where the handset of the telephone may be received in the handset cradle of the TDD to provide access to public telephone to the deaf and hearing impaired.

Abstract: A man-machine interface for use with industrial processes is disclosed having the capability of design and configuration of the interrelationship of components forming an overall industrial process. The man-machine interface further provides operator use, including process monitoring and control, as well as alarm annunciation. Most user interaction with the man-machine interface is performed through a color CRT monitor having a touch panel on the surface of the CRT screen. Operator use may be limited to touch panel interaction while configurer and designer use normally further includes use of a keyboard.The man-machine interface utilizes distributed processing and incorporates a high level graphic language. The graphic language facilitates real time graphic display implementation through use of dynamic and static variables. Variable types are dynamically associated with variable values so that variables can undergo type changes without detrimental effect.

Abstract: A process for producing hydrogen from formate and water by photogenerating an active formate decomposition catalyst from a transition metal complex having a formula RMn(CO).sub.3 is disclosed. The preferred catalysts are CH.sub.3 C.sub.5 H.sub.4 Mn(CO).sub.3 and C.sub.5 H.sub.5 Mn(CO).sub.3. This process overcomes the slower reaction rates when utilizing Group VIb hexacarbonyl compounds, Cr(CO).sub.6, Mo(CO).sub.6, or W(CO).sub.6 as active formate decomposition catalysts. Additionally, this process may be combined with a process for generating formate from carbon monoxide and hydroxide in a basic solution. The combined processes are the water gas shift reaction.

Abstract: An in situ coal gasification process adapted for large scale commercial projects is provided. Techniques are provided to insure establishment of a gasification front over the full seam thickness as each successive injection well in the array is brought on line. This is accomplished by controlling the oxidant introduction in a prescribed manner during the early stages of injection after pneumatic communication between well pairs has been established. Also provided are techniques and standards for avoiding or controlling subsidence and for conducting gasification operations in free water laden seams and in coal seams subject to spontaneous combustion.