Abstract: The invention provides antisense antiviral compounds and methods of their use in inhibition of growth of viruses of the picornavirus, calicivirus, togavirus and flavivirus families, as in treatment of a viral infection. The antisense antiviral compounds are substantially uncharged oligomers having a targeting base sequence that is substantially complementary to a viral target sequence which spans the AUG start site of the first open reading frame of the viral genome.

Abstract: This invention aids singing in the shower. A preferred embodiement is a waterproof book of song lyrics which when wetted adheres to the shower wall. For best adhesion, the book has the slim proportions of a magazine or pamphlet. It is easily moveable on the wall for people of different heights. Its large font sizes are easy to read in shadowy light and streaming water. For thicker books, additional support by suction cups or brackets can be provided. Also disclosed are waterproof posters adhering wet to the shower wall and displaying lyrics, photos of musicians, or other art. A series of waterproof lyrics collections (CDs possibly included) would offer singers in the shower all the best of popular song.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for use in coiled tubing operations wherein fatigue of the coiled tubing owing to short trips is reduced by reducing the number of bending and straightening events that coiled tubing undergoes to accomplish a particular wellbore objective. The invention relates to a method that allows the coiled tubing reel and tubing reeled thereon to remain stationary while making small movements of coiled tubing using the injector. The invention also relates to a method that permits synchronized movement of coiled tubing between the coiled tubing reel and injector.

Abstract: The frequency domain kernel processor of the present invention comprises a cheduler for selecting samples from blocks of Fourier transform coefficients in a predetermined sequence and for outputting the selected samples as serial terms s and as parallel terms u. A transform processor is coupled to the scheduler to receive the terms s and u. The transform processor comprises transform calculators for calculating output values p and f as functions of terms s and u to model the interference and to reveal the desired signal, a first sum calculator for calculating a sum of p values, a second summing calculator for calculating a sum of f values, and a divider for calculating, the quotient of the sum of p values divided by the sum of f values. An output buffer stores the outputs of the divider for formatting as a spectral display.

Abstract: A hidden Markov detector of the present invention comprises a hidden Markov arameter estimator for coupling to an input data source, a parameter smoother coupled to the parameter estimator, and a detection statistic calculator coupled to the parameter smoother and the input data source.

Abstract: A frequency domain kernel phase processor comprises an input buffer to st Fourier coefficients input from a Fourier transform of a communications signal. A communications signal suitable for processing by the present invention typically comprises a desired signal masked by a stronger interference signal having varying power that spans a range of frequency bins encompassing the desired signal. A scheduler inputs Fourier transform coefficients from the input buffer and generates a series of magnitude squares and symmetric phase differences for each frequency bin. The magnitude squares and the symmetric phase differences are output to phase transform processors which transform the symmetric phase differences to reveal the desired signal. The transformed outputs from the phase transform processors are output to an output buffer to be formatted and displayed.

Abstract: A decision tool and method are provided for analyzing a decision among at least two alternatives based upon a plurality of criteria. The decision tool and method allow decision table data collected from a plurality of decision makers to be accurately aggregated, compared, and disaggregated. The decision tool and method also allow for generation of a prioritized list of areas where action can have maximum impact in the mind of decision makers. This may provide a guide for optimal allocation of resources to influence the outcome of a decision. An evaluation tool and method may be used to evaluate and improve customer satisfaction based upon a similar prioritized list.

Abstract: An endoscopic surgical apparatus is provided for enabling the surgeon to access directly the surgical site during an endoscopic procedure. The apparatus includes an opening extending longitudinally through the apparatus and being configured and dimensioned to receive a hand therethrough. A first plate engages against the outer surface of the abdominal wall. A second plate is spaced from the first plate and is movable between a first position and a second position wherein the second plate is in close cooperative alignment with the inner surface of the abdominal wall. An adjustment member is mounted to the second plate and actuates movement of the second plate between its first position and its second position. A first sealing member inhibits the flow of gas through said opening and is formed by a pair of overlapping seals. A flexible sleeve extends between the first and second plates and adjusts in length to accommodate various thicknesses of the abdominal wall.

Abstract: This invention discloses a game of skill which brings into play the delightful and astonishing behavior of round rolling magnets. Players take turns tossing disc-shaped magnets into a cylindrical cup. The magnets gradually begin to stack up inside the cup, and eventually pile up above the rim to form a growing tower. The object is always to add a magnet to the stack without overturning the cup or the tower. Inevitably, the tower finally crashes down, and another round of the game begins.

Abstract: A method of constructing fibrous composite material, and a resulting structure, having a modular construction in which the modules are formed on mandrel assemblies having a metal core and an elastomeric, deformable and removable sheath. Fibrous composite material is wrapped around each sheath, which in a complex shape such as a thrust reversing cascade for a jet engine, has sets of similar modules arranged in rows across layered composite ribs and in columns in which the modules are mutually engaged. When bonded by heat and pressure, the epoxy matrix of the composite material joins the ribs and the modules into a structure of high strength. In a cascade configuration a slotted medal plate is bonded to the ribs and the modules, being positioned in slots in the plate, with modules positioned fore and aft of the plate to increase the bonding area.

Abstract: A bubble toy which can be launched into free flight, producing a continuous stream of bubbles, is provided. The toy includes an extended flexible strip of material having bubble-forming apertures along its length which are able to store bubble solution, substantially retain the solution during launch and then release the solution as a stream of bubbles during flight.

Abstract: A flying bubble toy comprising a substantially open framework lying in a plane is provided. The framework has an axis of rotation during flight perpendicular to the plane, and includes one or more bubble forming apertures lying therein which are suitable for holding and releasing solution in the form of bubbles.

Abstract: A urinal worn about the male organ includes a tubular sleeve having a mouth at one end for receiving the male organ and a hose fitting outlet at the other end. A conical resilient tubular sheath is secured to the sleeve along the mouth and extends into the tube for sealing about the tip of the male organ, and a resilient apertured sheet extending across the mouth of the sleeve seals about the base of the male organ. A support garment is provided having snap fasteners mutually engageable with snap fasteners carried longitudinally projecting from an annular ring forming the mouth of the sleeve.