Abstract: A fiber optic telecommunications frame is provided including panels having front and rear termination locations, the panels positioned on left and right sides of the frame. The frame includes vertical access for the rear cables. The frame further includes left and right vertical cable guides for the front patch cables. The frame further includes cable storage spools for the patch cables. The frame includes a horizontal passage linking the left and right panels and the cable guides. A portion of the frame defines splice tray holders and a central passage from the splice tray holders to the rear sides of the left and right panels. From a front of each panel, access to a rear of the panel is provided by the hinged panels. Alternatively, the panels can form connector modules with front termination locations and rear connection locations for connecting to the rear cables. The modules can house couplers, such as splitters, combiners, and wave division multiplexers.

Abstract: An article of clothing, preferably an athletic jersey, having a front panel and a back panel. The front panel has identifying indicia from one member of a group comprising a plurality of members. The back panel has identifying indicia from another member of the group. A neck opening and first and second sleeve openings are formed in the article of clothing.

Abstract: A secure communications system (100, FIG. 1) with a compromised communications node can quickly recover from the compromised condition by sending re-keying messages using a key encryption key hierarchy (200, FIG. 2). Each communications node (330, FIG. 3) includes a memory (300, FIG. 3) with a list of tier-group specific key encryption keys, and whenever a message arrives that is encrypted with a key encryption key in the list, the communications node decrypts the message. When the message includes a new traffic encryption key, the communications node has been re-keyed. Key encryption keys are managed hierarchically such that many communications nodes can be re-keyed with very few broadcast messages, thereby saving communications resources.

Abstract: A system and related device for converting encoded data from one format into one or more formats, including barcode and radio frequency identification tag formats, the system including a programmer configured to read a barcode and using the barcode data encoded thereon automatically write the data to a radio frequency (RF) tag and to read the contents of a RF tag and automatically generate a barcode with the information contained in the tag or information related thereto, preferably without decoding the encoded data.

Abstract: A flat antenna architecture for use in radio frequency monitoring systems including a patch antenna configured for use on a conductive surface of an object to be monitored. The patch antenna includes a conductive patch formed on a first surface of a dielectric base and an opposing surface on the dielectric base configured for attachment to the reflective surface of an object. This provides a patch antenna of relatively thin makeup having a lower cost and lower overall thickness and corresponding lower weight.

Abstract: A wind direction and speed indicator includes a sock member having an open end, a main portion, a toe portion, and a heel portion. A plurality of strings extend from the open end for coupling the sock member to a support structure. The open end forms a rigid loop for permitting air to enter into the sock member. The main portion of the sock member is constructed of material resistant to permeation by wind. The toe portion of the sock member is constructed of a mesh material for permitting air to pass through the toe portion such that wind entering into the sock member urges the sock member to inflate responsive wind speed.

Abstract: A radio-frequency identification (RFID) interrogator is provided that generates pseudo-randomly selected radio frequency interrogation signals for transmission on a first antenna and receives the reflected modulated radio-frequency signals via continuous-wave backscatter from a RFID tag device through a second antenna coupled to a heterodyne receiver where data is extracted. The RFID tag device can be configured to write data as well as have data read therefrom by the interrogator. The frequency-hopping transmission in combination with the heterodyne reception provides higher power levels with substantially reduced interference, as well as the ability to link with bounced signals at certain frequencies, increasing the level of communication in the RFID system.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling remote devices utilizing a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag device having a control circuit adapted to render the tag device, and associated objects, permanently inoperable in response to radio-frequency control signals. The control circuit is configured to receive the control signals that can include an enable signal, and in response thereto enable an associated object, such as a weapon; and in response to a disable signal, to disable the tag itself, or, if desired, to disable the associated weapon or both the device and the weapon. Permanent disabling of the tag can be accomplished by several methods, including, but not limited to, fusing a fusable link, breaking an electrically conductive path, permanently altering the modulation or backscattering characteristics of the antenna circuit, and permanently erasing an associated memory.

Abstract: The Dual Blower moves in different directions. Each blower is hooked to a single cord that connects to each blower. The Dual Blower works by electricity that plugs into an electrical outlet. The electrical cord comes in numerous lengths, which can be purchased from any hardware store. In a swift and clean manner, this unique equipment has the capacity to blow trash of any kind to a designated area. It can reach hard to reach places such as under chairs, between corners, and behind desks. The Dual Blower comes in variety of shapes, sizes, forms, and colors. It has a motor and a long tube that is used to guide the trash to its designated area. It also comes in a plastic form of material that is used to house the motor. It has a handle, an on and off button, and an outlet so that the electrical cord can be plugged into the back of the blower. It is also designed to accommodate an electrical cord that can automatically be placed into the blower.

Abstract: A method and system can locate an RF transponder based on phase differences between signals transmitted to the RF transponder. The method transmits from a first transponder to a second transponder first and second signals at first and second frequencies, respectively. The second signal is compared with the first signal and a distance between the first and second transponders is determined based on the phase difference between the first and second signals. In one embodiment, the first transponder is an interrogator, the second transponder is an RF tag, and the RF tag determines the phase difference between the two signals. In another embodiment, the first and second transponders are the interrogator and RF tag, respectively, but the interrogator determines the phase difference between the two signals after the two signal are reflected back to the interrogator.

Abstract: A storage tray arrangement for storing cable slack in fiber optic systems includes a vertically oriented frame and at least one tray mounted to the frame in a vertical plane parallel to the frame. There is a mounting construction that permits the tray to be pivotally secured to the frame. The mounting construction permits the tray to be selectively pivoted relative to the frame within the vertical plane. In preferred arrangements, the trays are mounted as tray sets having at least two trays mounted to a common pivot post. Particular preferred trays include trays having scalloped side walls. Methods for storing cable slack utilize trays and mounting arrangements as described herein.

Abstract: This invention is a method and system to disconnect drive wheels from the powertrain of any electric powered vehicle. A vehicle controller monitors input from, for example, an inertia switch and electric motor generator conditions and can disconnect the output shaft from the drive wheels in predetermined vehicle conditions such as during a rear-end collision, or abnormal electric motor conditions such as over-torque, over-temperature, or over-current. The invention can be configured to monitor and respond to driver demand for four-wheel drive, two-wheel drive, and neutral tow. The disconnect device can comprise a disconnect actuator and joint attached to an axle disconnect. The axle disconnect can be electric or vacuum powered and positioned as a center disconnect or a wheel-end disconnect. The invention can be configured for conventional or limited slip axles.

Abstract: A garbage receptacle that has a body having an inner surface, an outer surface positioned oppositely to the inner surface, a top end, a bottom end positioned oppositely to the top end, an opening located about the top end, the body being positioned between the top end and the bottom end. At least one aerodynamic feature is positioned about the body of the garbage receptacle wherein the at least one aerodynamic feature operates to re-direct air blowing about the garbage receptacle to thereby prevent the air from substantially moving the garbage receptacle out of position or from blowing the garbage receptacle away.

Abstract: A fiber optic telecommunications frame is provided including panels having front and rear termination locations, the panels positioned on left and right sides of the frame. The frame includes vertical access for the rear cables. The frame further includes left and right vertical cable guides for the front patch cables. The frame further includes cable storage spools for the patch cables. The frame includes a horizontal passage linking the left and right panels and the cable guides. A portion of the frame defines splice tray holders and a central passage from the splice tray holders to the rear sides of the left and right panels. From a front of each panel, access to a rear of the panel is provided by the hinged panels. Alternatively, the panels can form connector modules with front termination locations and rear connection locations for connecting to the rear cables. The modules can house couplers, such as splitters, combiners, and wave division multiplexers.

Abstract: A fiber optic telecommunications frame is provided including panels having front and rear termination locations, the panels positioned on left and right sides of the frame. The frame includes vertical access for the rear cables. The frame further includes left and right vertical cable guides for the front patch cables. The frame further includes cable storage spools for the patch cables. The frame includes a horizontal passage linking the left and right panels and the cable guides. A portion of the frame defines splice tray holders and a central passage from the splice tray holders to the rear sides of the left and right panels. From a front of each panel, access to a rear of the panel is provided by the hinged panels. Alternatively, the panels can form connector modules with front termination locations and rear connection locations for connecting to the rear cables. The modules can house couplers, such as splitters, combiners, and wave division multiplexers.

Abstract: A multi-frequency RFID remote communication system is provided that includes a plurality of RFID tags configured to receive a first signal and to return a second signal, the second signal having a first frequency component and a second frequency component, the second frequency component including data unique to each remote RFID tag. The system further includes a reader configured to transmit an interrogation signal and to receive remote signals from the tags. A first signal processor, preferably a mixer, removes an intermediate frequency component from the received signal, and a second processor, preferably a second mixer, analyzes the IF frequency component to output data that is unique to each remote tag.

Abstract: A matching circuit for use with radio frequency identification tag antennas configured for modulated backscatter, the circuit including a stub circuit coupled to a detector diode and an antenna and sized and shaped to match a predetermined frequency. The stub circuit is also designed to couple to the antenna such that a resulting phase is seen at the output, preferably 180° from that seen at the input. In addition, the stub circuit is structured to perform as an antenna, thus increasing the sensitivity of the overall circuit and maximizing efficiency and performance.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to an illuminated nock assembly and more particularly to an illuminating nock for use with an electrically conductive arrow shaft having a nock, illumination member, conductor, and a power source. The illumination member and conductor are in electrical communication with the power source. The nock has a step surface for sandwiching a first protrusion of the illumination member and a second protrusion of the conductor with the arrow shaft illuminating the nock assembly. The principle use is for archers however other applications will benefit from this invention. For example, emergency locators and outdoor lighting displays will benefit from this invention.

Abstract: A fiber optic telecommunications bay is provided including modules each including a pivoting panel which selectively closes a portion of the module. Each module has first and second cable access locations. The first cable access location enters the module and allows termination of the cables at the pivoting panel. An opposite side of the pivoting panel allows cables to extend into a second area of the module for storage, and then exiting of the module at a second access location.

Abstract: A space-based network router architecture (20) is disclosed. The router includes an array-of-processors architecture (20) for routing uplink and downlink traffic of a communications system (10). The architecture comprises multiple node interface chips (26) linked to one another via horizontal and vertical rings (22, 24), thus forming a mesh (21). Associated with each node interface chip (26) is a processor (28) and either a demodulator (30) or modulator (32). Each node interface chip (26) selectively transfers a signal depending upon the particular signal's destination and processing requirements. The router architecture (20) provides scalabitly, fault-tolerance and flexibility, as well as structural advantages over present router systems.