Abstract: An apparatus for monitoring tire pressurization state in a tire has a magneto-mechanical pressure sensor in or on the tire and an electromagnetic excitation system. The electromagnetic excitation system is for interrogating the magneto-mechanical pressure sensor. The apparatus also has a receiver. The receiver is for receiving information from the electromagnetic excitation system. The apparatus also has a data interpretation system for translating the received information into the tire pressurization state. The data interpretation system is connected to a display. The display communicates the tire pressurization state to an operator.

Abstract: A system for producing a process advisor application uses a process mapping program, a compiler and a program such as a Java servlet to produce a process advisor application. The process mapping program is used to create a decision tree, and the compiler compiles the decision tree into a data file. The data file is then converted into one or more computer viewable documents, such as web pages.

Abstract: A method for automatically generating an ultrasonic inspection plan for parts to be inspected includes collecting data relating to the ultrasonic inspection planning by displaying an input screen that prompts a user to input the pertinent data. The inspection parameters to be used in the ultrasonic inspections are then calculated from the collected data, and the calculated parameters are formatted into an inspection plan document. A tool for carrying out this method can be implemented on any computer-readable medium.

Abstract: An NDE test data record management system is provided. The test data record management system can include a format conversion server, a local archiving server, a cataloging server, an image and data cache server, and an image query and review station.

Abstract: An Integration Controller integrates broadcast automation systems and thereby provides a single command and control center for monitoring production of the audio and video stream. An event-based schedule, or a “playlist,” specifies the segments to be played along with the necessary timing and hardware information. Each event in the schedule commands the playback or record of a video segment, generation of a special effect, transfer of a video segment from one device to another or closure of one or more video switches. Events may be launched automatically at a specified time, or manually by an operator. An Integration Controller (IC) communicates with an Event Scheduling System via a Scheduling System Interface. The Scheduling System Interface communicates with the Integration Controller via the IC server. The IC server utilizes various modules to communicate with Device Drivers, a Log Manager and one or more User Interfaces.

Abstract: A system and method are proposed wherein knowledge and tools for solving business problems are accessible through a single distribution point. The wizard central system and method allows for developing, approving, revising, searching for and using of web based wizards or tools. After use, the wizards or tools can be stored in a centralized solution repository for later retrieval and analysis. The wizards and tools are categorized based on pre-defined criteria. Searches are thus limited by the categorization and the user is shown only wizards and tools which are applicable to the business problem. The system also provides an approval and revision workflow for the wizards and tools. This workflow provides the capability of revising the wizard or tool knowledge base to keep it current with evolving expert opinion and design documentation.

Abstract: An internet-based system and method are provided for giving guidance to a user relating to a task, in response to user input data. A dynamic structure asks key questions of the user, then provides guidance in response to the user entered data. This approach provides the logic to link the needs of the user, with the appropriate guided response. With the present invention, dynamic web pages generated by a server side knowledge engine present a series of questions to the user, with guidance generated as the user responds to the questions. The web-based script can then be linked to any html or Java based software to initiate the decision making process.

Abstract: A system and method for predicting the timing and costs of future service events. A scheduler determines a list of future service events for the product. A simulator simulates each of the listed future service events for the product and predicts the costs associated with the events. The list of the future service events and the total of the predicted costs are aggregated into a prediction that may be used in offering long term service agreements to maintain the product.

Abstract: A trim panel assembly for a door of a motor vehicle includes a trim panel substrate mounted on an inner panel of a door, a trim panel cover mounted on the trim panel substrate, and an arm rest portion formed by the trim panel substrate and trim panel cover extending longitudinally and inwardly into an occupant compartment of a motor vehicle and having an arm rest pad disposed between the trim panel cover and the trim panel substrate.

Abstract: A part tracking system comprised of an array of photoelectric sensors positioned at various angles with respect to a conveyor transporting parts such as pieces of poultry to create a field of detection. The angle arrangements of the array of photoelectric sensors circumscribes the parts with lines of varying angles to approximate the part outline or closed line integral with a polygon. As a part is conveyed through the array of photoelectric sensors each transition of the sensors provide a side of the polygon that circumscribes the part. From this the vertices of the polygon can be determined which allows the centroid and angle of the major axis of the part to be calculated thereby providing the coordinates for the part's location on the conveyor. The coordinates are then conveyed to a robotic controller which manipulates an end effector to grasp the part.

Abstract: A trim panel with a periphery edge wrap including a trim panel substrate having a periphery edge and a trim panel cover wrapped approximately one hundred eighty degrees about the periphery edge of the trim panel substrate.

Abstract: An apparatus for forming a trim panel with a one hundred eighty degree periphery edge wrap. The apparatus includes a molding tool having a mold cavity thereon. A loose form block is inserted in the cavity. The form block cooperates with the cavity to define the shape of the periphery edge. Further, the form block supports a trim cover panel such that it is wrapped approximately one hundred eighty degrees about the periphery edge of the trim panel substrate.

Abstract: An article is transformable from a first shape associated with an activity such as a sport or sports team to a second shape associated with that same sport or sports team and vice versa. Possible shapes include those of items of equipment used by participants in the sport, articles worn by participants in the sport, and symbols associated with a specific team engaged in the sport. The transformable article includes a first portion that is pliable and formed in the first shape and a second portion that is pliable and formed in the second shape. The portions define respective internal hollow regions and corresponding aligned apertures that provide access to the internal hollow. Each portion is collapsible so that it can be positioned within the internal hollow of the other portion.

Abstract: An object capable of having its shape altered has a first cloth-like material formed in a first predetermined shape, an aperture formed in the first material so that an internal hollow of the first shape can be accessed and a second pliable material positioned within the internal hollow and formed to assume a second predetermined shape. The second material is connected to the first material at the internal hollow so that the second material can be withdrawn from the internal hollow through the aperture. In this formation, the aperture is common to both the first and second materials. By extracting the second material from the aperture, the first material can be inserted or pushed through the aperture into the internal hollow, where eventually, the first material and shape are completely contained within the internal hollow and surrounded by the second material. Therefore, the first material and its shape become undetectable as the second material and shape are exposed.