Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.

Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.

Abstract: A drying apparatus for use in a drying device, having a surface and a first mechanism to at least partially hold an article relative to the surface. A second mechanism associated with the surface is operable to cooperatively engage with an air exit in the drying device, and is in air communication with an interior of the first mechanism. An airflow channel is formed between a portion of the drying device, the article, the interior of the first mechanism, the second mechanism, and an air exit in the drying device, facilitating more even drying of the article.

Abstract: A drying apparatus for use in a drying device, having a surface and a first mechanism to at least partially hold an article relative to the surface. A second mechanism associated with the surface is operable to cooperatively engage with an air exit in the drying device, and is in air communication with an interior of the first mechanism. An airflow channel is formed between a portion of the drying device, the article, the interior of the first mechanism, the second mechanism, and an air exit in the drying device, facilitating more even drying of the article.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the automatic generation of a control process program on a computer. One illustrative embodiment, referred to as STAR-GEN, is described as it might be implemented on a general purpose computer using a suitable high-level language such as Fortran. Through a graphical user interface, STAR-GEN prompts the user for (1) system specific information, (2) problem-specific information, and (3) control process-specific information. When all of these data have been entered, STAR-GEN automatically generates a process control (source) program which is independent of a target computer platform. This source program can be transferred to a specific process control computer where it is compiled for execution using a standard, for example Fortran, compiler. A unique and beneficial aspect of the invention includes its ability to provide the user with a consistent development environment regardless of the specific hardware platform (computer) the process control program is to execute on.

Abstract: An improved acid gas recovery system is provided which has particular application in reducing the incidence of sulfide and other acid gas excursions. The present invention addresses the disadvantages of prior absorption techniques by closely monitoring and maintaining a reaction zone temperature profile within a contactor to improve and control the reaction between acid gas components and the aqueous amine absorbent. The temperature profile is maintained by frequently adjusting relative flow rates of the feed gas and lean amine in the process which in turn reduces the incidence of excursions.

Abstract: A brake and anti-skid control utilizing optical input sensors for determining wheel speed or position and suitable for aircraft use is disclosed. A valve control has a continuous source of pressurized hydraulic fluid, a hydraulically actuated wheel rotation brake device which responds to applied hydraulic pressure to apply a braking force to the wheel to arrest wheel rotation, a low pressure hydraulic fluid return, and a flow control servo valve interconnecting the source, the return, and the braking device for directing fluid from the source to the braking device when in a first state and for directing fluid from the braking device to the return when in a second state. Applied hydraulic pressure is monitored and if that monitored pressure exceeds a command pressure, further fluid from the braking device is diverted to the return.