Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing dynamic border gateway protocol (“BGP”) host route generation based on domain name system (“DNS”) resolution. In various embodiments, a computing system may receive, from a user device via a first network, a request to establish a communications link with an external device via a second network that is separate from the first network, based on a first uniform resource identifier (“URI”) indicative of a network location of the external device. The computing system may query a DNS resolver for an Internet Protocol (“IP”) address corresponding to a valid current IP address, based on the first URI, and may advertise the IP address and/or a route based on the IP address. A communications link may be established between the user device and the external device based on the IP address and/or the route.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing dynamic border gateway protocol (“BGP”) host route generation based on domain name system (“DNS”) resolution. In various embodiments, a computing system may receive, from a user device via a first network, a request to establish a communications link with an external device via a second network that is separate from the first network, based on a first uniform resource identifier (“URI”) indicative of a network location of the external device. The computing system may query a DNS resolver for an Internet Protocol (“IP”) address corresponding to a valid current IP address, based on the first URI, and may advertise the IP address and/or a route based on the IP address. A communications link may be established between the user device and the external device based on the IP address and/or the route.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing dynamic border gateway protocol (“BGP”) host route generation based on domain name system (“DNS”) resolution. In various embodiments, a computing system may receive, from a user device via a first network, a request to establish a communications link with an external device via a second network that is separate from the first network, based on a first uniform resource identifier (“URI”) indicative of a network location of the external device. The computing system may query a DNS resolver for an Internet Protocol (“IP”) address corresponding to a valid current IP address, based on the first URI, and may advertise the IP address and/or a route based on the IP address. A communications link may be established between the user device and the external device based on the IP address and/or the route.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing dynamic border gateway protocol (“BGP”) host route generation based on domain name system (“DNS”) resolution. In various embodiments, a computing system may receive, from a user device via a first network, a request to establish a communications link with an external device via a second network that is separate from the first network, based on a first uniform resource identifier (“URI”) indicative of a network location of the external device. The computing system may query a DNS resolver for an Internet Protocol (“IP”) address corresponding to a valid current IP address, based on the first URI, and may advertise the IP address and/or a route based on the IP address. A communications link may be established between the user device and the external device based on the IP address and/or the route.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing dynamic border gateway protocol (“BGP”) host route generation based on domain name system (“DNS”) resolution. In various embodiments, a computing system may receive, from a user device via a first network, a request to establish a communications link with an external device via a second network that is separate from the first network, based on a first uniform resource identifier (“URI”) indicative of a network location of the external device. The computing system may query a DNS resolver for an Internet Protocol (“IP”) address corresponding to a valid current IP address, based on the first URI, and may advertise the IP address and/or a route based on the IP address. A communications link may be established between the user device and the external device based on the IP address and/or the route.

Abstract: A route selection system includes a hub controller in communication with multiple network hubs of a first network domain in which each of the hubs are in communication with a corresponding multiple routers of a second network domain. The hub controller is executed to obtain at least one performance measurement associated with a route terminating at the network hub, generate a border gateway protocol (BGP) advertisement with a preference value that is proportional to the received performance measurement, and transmit the generated advertisement to the network hub, the network hub forwarding the advertisement to the router configured in the other network domain. Upon receipt of the advertisements, the second network domain selects one of the routers for processing the route through the second network domain according to the performance measurement included in the advertisement.

Abstract: A laser guide pipe fitting assembly for accurate hole drilling when laying pipe includes a plurality of pipe fittings, each comprising a cylindrical bushing having a front end, a rear end, and a bushing diameter. The front end has a cavity extending through to proximal the rear end. The cylindrical bushing is configured to fit in an open end of a pipe having an inner diameter and an outer diameter with the bushing diameter substantially conforming to the inner diameter. The cavity is configured to receive a laser pointer. A collar is coupled to the front end of the cylindrical housing.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a control system network architecture for a fluidic control system such as a hydraulic or pneumatic control system. The architecture includes a plurality of clustered control-component nodes with each node being alternatively configurable to independently control the operation of multiple single-acting controlled endpoint devices or a double-acting controlled endpoint device. Each node includes control-components including a solenoid, one or more valve spools independently controllable by the solenoid, and a low-level controller operable to control the solenoid. The solenoid, valve spools, and low-level controller are clustered together and physically co-located as a unit. The nodes are arranged in a control block with each node being uniquely identifiable for data communication via a data communication network. The data communication network may include a Controller Area Network (CAN).

Abstract: A route selection system includes a hub controller in communication with multiple network hubs of a first network domain in which each of the hubs are in communication with a corresponding multiple routers of a second network domain. The hub controller is executed to obtain at least one performance measurement associated with a route terminating at the network hub, generate a border gateway protocol (BGP) advertisement with a preference value that is proportional to the received performance measurement, and transmit the generated advertisement to the network hub, the network hub forwarding the advertisement to the router configured in the other network domain. Upon receipt of the advertisements, the second network domain selects one of the routers for processing the route through the second network domain according to the performance measurement included in the advertisement.

Abstract: A route selection system includes a hub controller in communication with multiple network hubs of a first network domain in which each of the hubs are in communication with a corresponding multiple routers of a second network domain. The hub controller is executed to obtain at least one performance measurement associated with a route terminating at the network hub, generate a border gateway protocol (BGP) advertisement with a preference value that is proportional to the received performance measurement, and transmit the generated advertisement to the network hub, the network hub forwarding the advertisement to the router configured in the other network domain. Upon receipt of the advertisements, the second network domain selects one of the routers for processing the route through the second network domain according to the performance measurement included in the advertisement.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a control system network architecture for a fluidic control system such as a hydraulic or pneumatic control system. The architecture includes a plurality of clustered control-component nodes with each node being alternatively configurable to independently control the operation of multiple single-acting controlled endpoint devices or a double-acting controlled endpoint device. Each node includes control-components including a solenoid, one or more valve spools independently controllable by the solenoid, and a low-level controller operable to control the solenoid. The solenoid, valve spools, and low-level controller are clustered together and physically co-located as a unit. The nodes are arranged in a control block with each node being uniquely identifiable for data communication via a data communication network. The data communication network may include a Controller Area Network (CAN).

Abstract: A route selection system includes a hub controller in communication with multiple network hubs of a first network domain in which each of the hubs are in communication with a corresponding multiple routers of a second network domain. The hub controller is executed to obtain at least one performance measurement associated with a route terminating at the network hub, generate a border gateway protocol (BGP) advertisement with a preference value that is proportional to the received performance measurement, and transmit the generated advertisement to the network hub, the network hub forwarding the advertisement to the router configured in the other network domain. Upon receipt of the advertisements, the second network domain selects one of the routers for processing the route through the second network domain according to the performance measurement included in the advertisement.

Abstract: A Gaming Chip/Poker Chip Tray includes a laser-type distance measuring device that measures the quantity of gaming poker chips located in each tray. As the device reads the quantity of chips per tray, the information is relayed to a processor which can display the added quantity in real-time. A microprocessor can control the laser reading device, and display. The real-time quantity can be displayed visibly with a digital display device or through a wired or wireless CPU device located on or away from the table containing the Counting Device.

Abstract: A steering system includes a fluid motor and a steering unit. The steering unit is in fluid communication with the fluid motor. The steering unit includes a fluid meter adapted to meter fluid to the fluid motor in response to actuation of the steering unit. A valve housing is in fluid communication with the fluid meter. The valve housing defines a valve bore. A valve assembly is disposed in the valve bore. The valve assembly defines a primary fluid path to the fluid meter and to the fluid motor from the fluid meter. The valve assembly further defines a secondary fluid path to the fluid motor that bypasses the fluid meter. An amount of fluid through the secondary fluid path is based on volumetric efficiency of the fluid motor.

Abstract: A steering system includes a fluid motor and a steering unit. The steering unit is in fluid communication with the fluid motor. The steering unit includes a fluid meter adapted to meter fluid to the fluid motor in response to actuation of the steering unit. A valve housing is in fluid communication with the fluid meter. The valve housing defines a valve bore. A valve assembly is disposed in the valve bore. The valve assembly defines a primary fluid path to the fluid meter and to the fluid motor from the fluid meter. The valve assembly further defines a secondary fluid path to the fluid motor that bypasses the fluid meter. An amount of fluid through the secondary fluid path is based on volumetric efficiency of the fluid motor.

Abstract: A Gaming Chip/Poker Chip Tray with a laser-type distance measuring device, preferably in the visible range such as a laser diode (but not mandatory), that measures the quantity of gaming poker chips located in each tray. As the device reads the quantity of chips per tray, the information is relayed to a processor which can display the added quantity in real-time. A microprocessor can control the laser reading device, and display. The real-time quantity can be displayed visibly with a digital display device or through a wired or wireless CPU device located on or away from the table containing the Counting Device. This data can be sent individually or in any configuration of networked units and displayed in a multiple of methods such as through a computer data-base, networked custom encrypted software or basic visual display units.

Abstract: A corrosion resistant alloy is provided which includes, in percent by weight: (a) 16 to 24% Ni; (b) 18 to 26% Cr; (c) 1.5 to 3.5% Mo; (d) 0.5 to 1.5% Si; (e) 0.001 to 1.5% Nb; (f) 0.0005 to 0.5% Zr; (g) 0.01 to 0.6% N; (h) 0.001 to 0.2% Al; (j) less than 0.2% Ti; and (k) less than 1% Mn, trace impurities, and the balance Fe. Articles, such as flexible automotive exhaust couplings, including the present alloys are also provided.

Abstract: A corrosion resistant alloy is provided which includes, in percent by weight: (a) 16 to 24% Ni; (b) 18 to 26% Cr; (c) 1.5 to 3.5% Mo; (d) 0.5 to 1.5% Si; (e) 0.001 to 1.5% Nb; (f) 0.0005 to 0.5% Zr; (g) 0.01 to 0.6% N; (h) 0.001 to 0.2% Al; (j) less than 0.2% Ti; and (k) less than 1% Mn, trace impurities, and the balance Fe. Articles, such as flexible automotive exhaust couplings, including the present alloys are also provided.

Abstract: A nickel-base alloy consisting of, in weight percent, 42 to 58 nickel, 21 to 28 chromium, 12 to 18 cobalt, 4 to 9.5 molybdenum, 2 to 3.5 aluminum, 0.05 to 2 titanium, at least one microalloying agent selected from the group consisting of 0.005 to 0.1 yttrium and 0.01 to 0.6 zirconium, 0.01 to 0.15 carbon, 0 to 0.01 boron, 0 to 4 iron, 0 to 1 manganese, 0 to 1 silicon, 0 to 1 hafnium, 0 to 0.4 niobium, 0 to 0.1 nitrogen, incidental impurities and deoxidizers.

Abstract: An optical receiver arrangement comprises a phase locked loop incorporating a voltage controlled oscillator whereby the loop can be matched in frequency to a received signal frequency. A frequency detector associated with the loop produces an output comprising first or second pulses indicative of whether the loop frequency is above or below the received signal frequency. A control circuit determines a time averaged measure of difference between the loop frequency and the received signal frequency, and issues a loss of lock alarm if this averaged difference exceeds a predetermined value.