Abstract: A data and clock signals from a source (12) are transmitted from a location (10) to a distant location (40) together with a phase signal which estimates the difference in phase between a data clock signal and a reference clock signal generated by a reference clock (24) at location (10). At the second location (40), the phase signal is used to address coefficients stored in a read only memory (56) which are used to condition a resample or interpolate filter (50) which generates resampled data signals.

Abstract: An electronically-controlled locker system that utilizes distributing processing to control access to, and assignment of, a plurality of lockers in a school, workplace, fitness center, etc. The system uses a plurality of locker control units that control access to a corresponding set of lockers based on user inputs and on user/locker authorization data that is provided from a central administrator workstation. This administrator workstation communicates with a system control unit that is in communication with every locker control unit and which allows cross-communication between locker control units.

Abstract: Oligonucleotide probes, kits, and methods useful for detecting more than one target nucleic acid at a time are provided. The invention provides oligonucleotides that interact with target nucleic acids to form first stage cleavage structures that are cleaved by a structure-specific nuclease. In an embodiment, the cleavage products of the first stage cleavage reactions interact with secondary cleavage oligonucleotides that are specific for each target nucleic acid and that are coupled to a solid support. The cleavage of the specific secondary cleavage oligonucleotides leads to detectible changes in fluorescence and is used to detect multiple target nucleic acids in one assay. In one embodiment, the solid support is a coded bead.

Abstract: A perimeter monitoring system intended for the enhanced safety of children includes a receiver communicating with a plurality of transmitters worn by the monitored individuals within a predefined perimeter area surrounded by a perimeter loop antenna. A periodic transmission is sent by each transmitter to the receiver as confirmation that the child is presently within the desired area. The system will alarm the operator and provide an indication identifying any one of the monitored children that either leaves the predefined perimeter or enters a restricted area.

Abstract: A semiconductor module includes a semiconductor chip, a lead frame having lead fingers, and a down set member within an encapsulant for reduce warpage and providing a more planar package by balancing thermal stress between the lead fingers and the encapsulant. The down set member can be a bent portion of the lead frame. It can also be a separate body, such as a dummy semiconductor chip.

Abstract: Constellations (22) arranged in a concentric circle pattern provide simplified control of modulated communication. A plurality of concentric circles (26, 28, 30) with defined points (24) include convolutionally coded and uncoded bits. Constellation patterns having three or four concentric circles (26, 28, 30) are provided. A magnitude error for each of the points (24) allows for deviations during communication. The constellations (22) provide efficient communication using non-linear channels.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product are provided for detecting attacks on a network. Initially, data is received from a remote source which is destined for a target. A portion of such data is then discarded based on a predetermined set of rules utilizing a firewall which is coupled to the remote source. Remaining data is subsequently passed to an intrusion detection system coupled between the firewall and the target. Such data is parsed to identify data representing text (i.e. ASCII or UNICODE text) therein utilizing the intrusion detection system. Thereafter, the data representing text- is compared to a predetermined list of data representing text-associated with attacks utilizing the intrusion detection system. Based on the comparison, some of the data representing text are marked as hostile. The data representing text-that are marked as hostile are then acted upon in order to prevent an attack.

Abstract: A faucet thermal monitoring system for verifying the temperature of water being delivered through a faucet. The faucet thermal monitoring system includes a housing which is couplable to a spout of a faucet and thermally conductive such that heat is conducted between water flowing through the spout and the housing and a liquid crystal temperature panel coupled to the housing providing a visual indication of the temperature of the water flowing through the tap.

Abstract: A faucet thermal monitoring system for verifying the temperature of water being delivered through a faucet. The faucet thermal monitoring system includes a housing which is couplable to a spout of a faucet and thermally conductive such that heat is conducted between water flowing through the spout and the housing and a liquid crystal temperature panel coupled to the housing providing a visual indication of the temperature of the water flowing through the tap.

Abstract: A perimeter monitoring system intended for the enhanced safety of children includes a receiver communicating with a plurality of transmitters worn by the monitored individuals within a predefined perimeter area surrounded by a perimeter loop antenna. A periodic transmission is sent by each transmitter to the receiver as confirmation that the child is presently within the desired area. The system will alarm the operator and provide an indication identifying any one of the monitored children that either leaves the predefined perimeter or enters a restricted area.

Abstract: A method for obtaining hybrid Brassica napus having high-parent heterosis with respect to seed yield includes the steps of crossing a spring line to a (winter.times.spring) F.sub.1 hybrid, where the (winter.times.spring) F.sub.1 hybrid retains a spring growth habit.

Abstract: A gel pump operated by a stepper motor may be used to deliver fresh gel to one or more capillaries through one or more manifolds and valves. By controlling the valves, fresh gel delivered by the pump will replace the old gel in the capillaries for an automated gel replacement system. In a different setting of the valves, the manifolds may be purged of the old gel prior to delivery of fresh gel to the capillaries. The gel delivery system may also be combined with an electrophoresis system so that sealing connection capable of withstanding high pressure adequate for gel injection need not be frequently broken when the gel is to be replaced. Manifold/reflector assembly is advantageously used in the system that facilitates electrical circuit for electrophoresis and for gel replacement.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for testing semi-conductor chips is disclosed. The individual semiconductor chips have I/O contacts. The apparatus is provided with an interposer that has contacts corresponding to the contacts on the semiconductor chip. Both the chip and the interposer contacts can be any known type including metal ball, bumps, or tabs or may be provided with dendritic surfaces. The chip contacts are first brought into relative loose temporary contact with the contacts on the interposer and then a compressive force greater that 5 grams per chip contact is applied to the chip to force the chip contacts into good electrical contact with the interposer contacts. Testing of the chip is then performed. The tests may include heating of the chip as well as the application of signals to the chip contacts. After testing the chip is removed from the substrate.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for testing semi-conductor chips is disclosed. The individual semiconductor chips have I/O contacts. The apparatus is provided with an interposer that has contacts corresponding to the contacts on the semiconductor chip. Both the chip and the interposer contacts can be any known type including metal ball, bumps, or tabs or may be provided with dendritic surfaces. The chip contacts are first brought into relative loose temporary contact with the contacts on the interposer and then a compressive force greater that 5 grams per chip contact is applied to the chip to force the chip contacts into good electrical contact with the interposer contacts. Testing of the chip is then performed. The tests may include heating of the chip as well as the application of signals to the chip contacts. After testing the chip is removed from the substrate.

Abstract: The present invention is a rack apparatus for drying multiple rigid, painted objects. The apparatus is made up of two identical racks. Each rack has a base, to which is attached two vertical bars, perpendicular to the base, which have in between them a horizontal handle for carrying. Attached to the vertical bars are vertical posts, extending in a direction perpendicular to the base. Each post has multiple hooks which support horizontal poles. When disassembled, the poles and posts can be placed in pole storage holders, which are connected to the base. This allows for the apparatus to be easily transported and space efficient. The apparatus functions by placing the two racks on opposite ends of the rigid object. Spikes are driven into the upper and lower ends of a door or other rigid object. The spikes support the door on spaced sawhorses, where the door is painted.

Abstract: An annotation channel is added to an ECG printout to graphically display the temporal relationship between P, QRS, and T waves. The annotation channel displays similar waves from different ECG channels at vertically adjacent locations so an operator can quickly verify that ECG numerical data generated by the ECG system is derived from ECG signals with reasonably detected onset and offset reference locations. To further simplify wave correlation, a set of reference identifiers are generated along a vertical line at the beginning of the first wave. The reference identifiers provide individual reference points that graphically identify time shifts between the different starting points of each recorded wave.

Abstract: A sample having both positively and negatively charged components may be separated during the same run by injecting a plug of sample at both ends of the capillary and applying an electric field in the capillary, where there is insufficient electroosmotic flow in the capillary to reverse sample migration direction, such as in the case of a gel-filled column.

Abstract: A fuel injector for an internal combustion engine includes a main body including a timing bore, a timing plunger disposed in the timing bore, an electronically-operated solenoid valve assembled to the main body, a nozzle having a needle bore and an injection needle disposed in the needle bore which needle is operable under certain conditions to lift so as to initiate fuel injection. Disposed between the main body and the nozzle member is a one-piece adapter which is designed to include an axially-extending metering bore and a needle spring cavity. A metering plunger is disposed within the metering bore and a biasing spring is disposed within the needle spring cavity. At the base of the needle spring cavity is a button which serves as a direct abutment interface between the top of the needle and the bottom of tile biasing spring.

Abstract: Apparatus for collecting, containing and separating a sample of blood. Disclosed is an apparatus for separating a pre-selected phase of a sample contained in an enclosed chamber, wherein said apparatus can be used with a separating means which rotates the chamber about a longitudinal axis of the chamber. In addition, separating means in which such an enclosed chamber is rotated about a longitudinal axis is described.