Abstract: An improved autonegotiation approach includes determining that a negotiated rate between a first network device and a second network device exceeds data transfer capacity over a network path downstream of the second network device. In response, a configuration message is generated and transmitted to the first network device. When received by the first network device, the configuration message causes the first network device to limit data transfer between the first network device and the second network device to no more than the downstream data transfer capacity.

Abstract: Described herein are combinatorial compositions comprising a synthetic compound and a biological agent for beneficial effect. The synthetic compound may be a leucyl-tRNA synthetase inhibitor. The synthetic compound also may be a benzoxaborole. The combinatorial compositions may have a synergistic effect. The combinatorial composition has at least one biological agent, which may have a controlling or stimulatory effect and may be selected from a modified or un-modified microorganism, metabolite, or substituent thereof. The combinatorial composition may further comprise a second modified or un-modified microorganism, metabolite or substituent thereof, or energy source for either or both microorganism(s). Also described are methods for promoting plant performance and/or curatively or preventively controlling insects, nematodes, microorganisms, or phytopathogens on or in an animal or a plant, plant parts, harvested fruits, or vegetables.

Abstract: The present invention is a system and method that proactively identifies a student in need at an educational institution. The system allows for the educational institution to connect with the student, gather information, and provide assistance. Student needs that may be addressed are various and include academic, social, emotional, and spiritual. Because student needs are addressed in a timely and effective manner, the present invention may be used as a tool to increase retention rates at the educational institution.

Abstract: The present invention is a system and method that proactively identifies a student in need at an educational institution. The system allows for the educational institution to connect with the student, gather information, and provide assistance. Student needs that may be addressed are various and include academic, social, emotional, and spiritual. Because student needs are addressed in a timely and effective manner, the present invention may be used as a tool to increase retention rates at the educational institution.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are used for preserving a mortise. A guard for preserving a mortise includes an overlay configured to fill the mortise, an edge conforming to an indentation edge of the mortise, and a securing device configured to removeably attach the overlay within the mortise. The guard may further comprise a flange disposed on the overlay for placing and removing the guard from the mortise. The securing device may be configured for receiving a fastener or may include a protrusion configured to be received in a hole disposed in the mortise. The guard advantageously prevents paint from entering and damaging the mortise. A method for preserving a mortise includes providing a guard configured to fill the mortise, placing the guard on top of the mortise, and securing the guard within the mortise. Beneficially, the guard and method for preserving a mortise protects a mortise from exposure to paint.

Abstract: A vacuum panel includes a jacket having a bottom that is formed into a "pan" shape. A top is welded to the flanges of the bottom to create a hermetic seal therebetween. A dense glass fiber mat fills the jacket. A getter is strategically located in the panel to absorb residual gases in the panel and maintain the vacuum life. To create the vacuum in the panel, the panel is heated to a specified temperature and time, and evacuated through an opening. The opening is sealed with a braze seal that is melted over the opening.

Abstract: A vacuum insulation panel is comprised from a base and a cover member joined together to define an inner cavity. The cover is provided with a planar fastening surface for bonding the vacuum panel to a target surface to be insulated. A peripheral rounded corner around the fastening surface is configured to eliminate deformation of the fastening surface due to atmospheric forces arising from the evacuation of the inner cavity. The rounded peripheral corner of the cover is configured to permit lateral expansion of the cover member to accommodate lateral expansion of the base member during evacuation. The corner also adds strength to the panel cover, permitting the inner fiber glass mat to be formed with a void near the flange weld and eliminating the risk of weld contamination by the fiber glass material during assembly. The fastening surface remains planar and disposed above the outer flange after evacuation of the panel, thus providing an improved fastening surface compared to prior art vacuum panels.

Abstract: A process for extracting cobalt values from an aqueous solution also containing another metal such as nickel, with an extractant comprising alkyl benzylphosphonic acid is disclosed. An organic solvent such as a low aromatic kerosene can be employed for dilution and dissolution of the extractant.

Abstract: A single of multi-step water extraction process is described for removing trimethyl phosphate (TMPO) from phosphorus containing pesticides having limited water solubility including 2,2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate (DDVP), dimethyl CIS-1-methyl-2(1-phenylethoxycarbonyl)vinyl phosphate, 1,2-dibromo-2,2-dichloroethyl dimethyl phosphate, and trans-2-chloro-1-(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl) vinyl dimethyl phosphate to a concentration of less than 1000 ppm. Methanol, dimethyl methylphosphonate, and dimethyl hydrogen phosphite are also removed from DDVP.

Abstract: This invention concerns a process for extracting chromium (III) from an aqueous solution containing chromium (III) with an extractant comprising a mixture of mono-2-ethylhexyl phosphoric acid and di-2-ethylhexyl phosphoric acid. An organic solvent such as a low aromatic kerosene is employed in this invention for dilution and dissolution of the extractant. Aqueous acid waste streams containing chromium (III) can be reduced to a chromium (III) concentration of 80 ppm thereby enabling the stream to be reclaimed.