Abstract: A system for protecting the end fittings of a fluid transport hose includes first and second protective caps for respectively engaging with first and second end fittings of the hose. Both the first and second protective caps include a disk that is oriented perpendicular to the hose axis when the cap is engaged with the respective end fitting. Importantly, the disk has a diameter DD that is greater than the diameter DH of the hose so the disk will extend radially outward from the hose to thereby protect the end fitting.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes methods and systems for coalescing unaligned data. One method includes receiving a first write command associated with a first unaligned portion of data, receiving a second write command associated with a second unaligned portion of data, and coalescing the first unaligned portion of data and the second unaligned portion of data, wherein coalescing includes writing the first unaligned portion of data and the second unaligned portion of data to a page in a memory device.

Abstract: An integrated finding experience is a workflow configured to facilitate a search by a user for one or more items among many items (e.g., an inventory of items). An integrated finding experience machine may provide one or more user interfaces that support the workflow in presenting information differently as the user progresses through a search process (e.g., a finding experience) with respect to a database (e.g., storing information regarding one or more items). For example, the workflow may include various stages of a search process from defining a query, to refining the query, to visually scanning search results, to displaying details of one or more selected search results, to comparing selected search results to each other. Each stage may have a specialized user interface configured to facilitate one or more user activities pertinent to that stage.

Abstract: This invention relates of a support assembly for a vehicle of the type that includes an enclosed load carrying compartment having a roof, said support assembly being adapted to provide support for a person when moving about on said roof. The support assembly includes a guide that is mountable on the roof and a base that is adapted to engage said guide and which is capable of movement along said guide while remaining engaged therewith. The support assembly also includes a support structure that includes a lower end portion that is pivotally connected to the base and a handle that is spaced from said base. The support assembly also includes a lock for selectively locking the support structure in a desired attitude relative to the base.

Abstract: A game system is provided that is configured for providing a dynamic online and offline interactive experience. The game system includes two portions; an interactive apparatus and an interactive application. The interactive apparatus may be, but is not limited to, toys such as robots, dolls, vehicles, play sets, and board games. The game system is configured such that a user's interactions with one of the interactive apparatus and the interactive application may affect the continuation of the user's interactive experience with the other.

Abstract: This invention relates of a support assembly for a vehicle of the type that includes an enclosed load carrying compartment having a roof, said support assembly being adapted to provide support for a person when moving about on said roof. The support assembly includes a guide that is mountable on the roof and a base that is adapted to engage said guide and which is capable of movement along said guide while remaining engaged therewith. The support assembly also includes a support structure that includes a lower end portion that is pivotally connected to the base and a handle that is spaced from said base. The support assembly also includes a lock for selectively locking the support structure in a desired attitude relative to the base.

Abstract: The invention provides a device (1, 301, 501) for producing a spherical segmented flow of fluid, which device includes: a functional fluid conduit (6, 506) arranged to contain a functional fluid (15, 515); at least two carrier fluid conduits (7, 8, 507, 508), each carrier fluid conduit arranged to carry a carrier fluid (16, 514), the functional fluid conduit merging with the carrier fluid conduits at a junction (9) to form an encased flow conduit (9a, 529) thereby permitting functional fluid to be sandwiched (or encased) by the carrier fluid to form an encased flow, the encased flow conduit having a discontinuity (10, 510) therein such that the encased flow forms into a flow of alternate segmented spheres after the discontinuity, wherein the device is provided with a segmented flow conduit (11, 511) downstream of the encased flow conduit, the encased segmented flow conduit being provided with an enlargement (21, 512) in cross-section.

Abstract: A method is provided of making meltable beads for use in reactions for the amplification and/or synthesis of a polynucleotide, the method comprising (i) Providing one or more reagents for use in a reaction for the amplification and/or synthesis of a polynucleotide and a substance for promoting the formation of a solid bead; (ii) Providing a reactor device comprising a sample conduit and a first carrier fluid conduit for the flow of immiscible liquids, the sample conduit and first carrier fluid conduit meeting at a junction; (iii) Heating the one or more reagents for use in a reaction for the amplification and/or synthesis of a polynucleotide and the substance for promoting the formation of a solid bead so as to form a liquid comprising the one or more reagents for use in a reaction for the amplification and/or synthesis of a polynucleotide and the substance for promoting the formation of a solid bead in intimate admixture; (iv) Passing the liquid down the sample conduit and a carrier fluid down the first carr

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting an object on the frame structure (chassis) of a vehicle includes a U-shaped top bracket and an L-shaped bottom bracket. To mount the apparatus onto the frame structure, the top bracket is first positioned and held against the frame structure. A tongue on the bottom bracket is then inserted through a slot in the top bracket, and a bolt on the bottom bracket is inserted through an aperture in the top bracket. A nut is then screwed onto the bolt, and tightened to hold the apparatus around the frame structure. Sizing inserts can be appropriately positioned between the apparatus and the frame structure, and the top bracket can include a mounting plate for supporting the object.

Abstract: This invention relates of a support assembly for a vehicle of the type that includes an enclosed load carrying compartment having a roof, said support assembly being adapted to provide support for a person when moving about on said roof. The support assembly includes a guide that is mountable on the roof and a base that is adapted to engage said guide and which is capable of movement along said guide while remaining engaged therewith. The support assembly also includes a support structure that includes a lower end portion that is pivotally connected to the base and a handle that is spaced from said base. The support assembly also includes a lock for selectively locking the support structure in a desired attitude relative to the base.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel process for the preparation of piperazinyl and diazepanyl benzamide derivatives, useful for the treatment of disorders and conditions mediated by a histamine receptor, preferably the H3 receptor.

Abstract: This invention relates of a support assembly (10) for a vehicle (16) of the type that includes an enclosed load carrying compartment (17) having a roof (18), said support assembly being adapted to provide support for a person when moving about on said roof. The support assembly includes a guide (11) that is mountable on the roof and a base (12) that is adapted to engage said guide and which is capable of movement along said guide while remaining engaged therewith. The support assembly also includes a support structure that includes a lower end portion that is pivotally connected to the base and a handle (15) that is spaced from said base. The support assembly also includes a lock (73) for selectively locking the support structure in a desired attitude relative to the base.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel process for the preparation of piperazinyl and diazepanyl benzamide derivatives, useful for the treatment of disorders and conditions mediated by a histamine receptor, preferably the H3 receptor.

Abstract: An improved process for recovering phenol from a bisphenol-A residue stream by reconfiguring the distillation column and the cracking reactor in a way that separates the reboil/distillation heat load and the cracking heat load, so that separate heat sources are used.

Abstract: The invention is a safety lock that keeps the cam lock arms of a female cam lock hose fitting from accidentally opening. It is made of a resilient material and snaps in place over the cam arms from either side of the fitting and can be installed and removed with one gloved hand. It snaps in place to provide a tactile indication of proper placement. The safety lock has a low profile so that it can remain on the fitting when placed in hose tubes and trays. It also protects the cam arms split rings on the ends of the cam arms from damage. An aperture in the leg of the safety lock allows a tether or cable loop to be attached.

Abstract: An improved process for recovering phenol from a bisphenol-A residue stream by reconfiguring the distillation column and the cracking reactor in a way that separates the reboil/distillation heat load and the cracking heat load, so that separate heat sources are used.

Abstract: A method is described for establishing load limits for pipe connections to a turbine casing including the steps of: identifying a plurality of the pipe connections as key pipe load connections; developing transfer functions to model deformation of the casing based on loads applied to the key pipe connections; establishing individual load limits for each of the key pipe connections in the group by optimizing solutions to the transfer functions, and establishing a cumulative load limit for the group of key pipe load connections by optimizing solutions to the transfer functions.

Abstract: The present invention is a pump control and distribution system consisting of a pump and reversing flow control valve with a single-handle to control flow direction and flow rate of a liquid. The system can be operated at a rate of 0 to 300 gallons per minute and the flow reversed or stopped with a single motion of the operating handle. The flow rate of the liquid can be precisely controlled in either direction, along with the liquid pressure. This allows the use of a constant speed pump turning in one direction and gives the operator the ability to control the product transfer regardless of viscosity or volume. A purge valve connected to the outlet of the pump is used to remove substantially all retained liquid in the system after transfer of liquid is complete. The system can be mounted to a vehicle for delivery of bulk liquids.

Abstract: The invention is an equipment support bracket that can be secured to a vehicle frame without drilling holes. The top bracket has a top tang that fits over the top web of the frame. A bottom bracket has a bottom tang that secures against the bottom web. Once installed on the frame, tensioning bolts tighten the top tang against the top web. In one embodiment, the equipment can be first attached to the support bracket and then the support bracket with equipment attached is positioned between the top bracket and the rail of the frame. In another embodiment, the equipment bracket can be attached to an I beam frame.

Abstract: A system for protecting the end fittings of a fluid transport hose includes first and second protective caps for respectively engaging with first and second end fittings of the hose. Both the first and second protective caps include a disk that is oriented perpendicular to the hose axis when the cap is engaged with the respective end fitting. Importantly, the disk has a diameter DD that is greater than the diameter DH of the hose so the disk will extend radially outward from the hose to thereby protect the end fitting.