Abstract: A forming die includes a base and at least two die segments. At least a first one of the die segments is moveably mounted to the base for shifting between closed and opened positions. The die segments together define a cavity having an opening when the first die segment is in the closed position. A punch is moveably mounted to the base for shifting between a retracted position and an extended position wherein the punch crimps a part positioned within the cavity. A powered actuator is connected to at least the first one of the die segments, and shifts the first die segment between the closed and opened positions such that a part positioned within the cavity can be removed after crimping by shifting of the first die segment to the open position. The forming die is particularly well-suited for crimping electrochemical cells.

Abstract: The invention provides gcp polypeptides and polynucleotides encoding gcp polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing gcp polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.

Abstract: A forming die includes a base and at least two die segments. At least a first one of the die segments is moveably mounted to the base for shifting between closed and opened positions. The die segments together define a cavity having an opening when the first die segment is in the closed position. A punch is moveably mounted to the base for shifting between a retracted position and an extended position wherein the punch crimps a part positioned within the cavity. A powered actuator is connected to at least the first one of the die segments, and shifts the first die segment between the closed and opened positions such that a part positioned within the cavity can be removed after crimping by shifting of the first die segment to the open position. The forming die is particularly well-suited for crimping electrochemical cells.

Abstract: A modular lamp assembly and method of assembling same is provided. The modular lamp assembly includes a lamp/ballast subassembly and a reflector which is positioned in a space provided between the lamp and the ballast. The reflector is unassembled in relation to the lamp and the ballast so that if the lamp or ballast are defective, the reflector may be readily removed from the subassembly and placed between a lamp and ballast of a replacement subassembly. The lamp/ballast subassembly, including the reflector, are held in place within a housing by sandwiching the ballast and the reflector between interior surfaces of the housing and a housing cover which contains an opening aligned with the lamp.

Abstract: This invention provides certain substituted benzenesulfonamide derivatives and methods for using them in the treatment of susceptible neoplasms in mammals. Also provided are certain novel pharmaceutical formulations employing these benzenesulfonamide derivatives in combination with a carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an automated system for specifying radiant tube heating systems. The automated specification system calculates the heat loss for a structure and adjusts the heat loss value according to deviations from standard radiant heating system installations. The specification system provides the user with burner and tube layout parameters in conjunction with an input menu for receiving the accessory equipment inputs of the radiant tube heating system. The specification system retrieves equipment specifications from a product database in response to user inputs and presents the user with a complete specification package for the specified radiant tube heating system.

Abstract: A process for reducing the surface of a metal oxide substrate, such as silver oxide, to form a layer of its metal, such as silver, on the metal oxide substrate by contacting the substrate with a plasma gas excited by a plasma generator.

Abstract: The floral arrangement holder has a base which supports a foam block in contact with the upper surface of the base. Drain holes are provided so that any excess water can run into the hollow base portion. Recessed reservoir channels are provided in the upper surface of the base, to allow any excess water in one portion of the block to flow to a drier portion, and to allow water to wick upwardly into the block from the channels. A filling area extends outwardly from the base for convenient access, and has an upper surface which preferably is angled slightly downwardly towards the channels for better distribution of the water. The filling area also doubles as a convenient hand grip, by virtue of being provided with finger recesses. A clip arrangement holds the foam block in place. An elongated version of the holder holds two such blocks, and includes an extended end portion to provide greater-water storage capacity, particularly useful if the holder is suspended via an apertured tab at the opposite end.

Abstract: A purse 10 is provided with a front wall 14 and a back wall 16 aligned with and spaced from the front wall. The purse 10 is also provided with a first side wall 18 which is aligned to engage one end of the front and back walls 14 and 16 and a second side wall 20 which is aligned to engage another end of the front and back walls. A bottom wall 22 is aligned to engage bottom portions of the front and back walls 14 and 16 and first and second side walls 18 and 20. Additionally a lid 36 is provided having portions thereof aligned adjacent to the back wall 16. A decorative member 58 is provided which is coupled to an outside wall of the front, back, and side walls 14, 16, 18 and 20 and the lid 36. The purse is provided with lamination 60 for engaging inside and outside portions of the walls. The lid 36 is pivotably coupled to the back wall so that the lid can be moved to cover an opening 24 in the purse. Further a latch 48 is provided to couple the lid 36 to the front wall.

Abstract: A floral display holder has a hollow body with a frontal recess for receiving a water-absorbing foam, and a manual pump to draw water from a lower portion defining a liquid reservoir. The floral display holder has U-shaped clips to secure the foam generally against a floor surface of the recess. The water drawn with the pump is directed onto the foam, thereby replenishing the foam with additional water.

Abstract: A floral display holder to be used on a funeral casket has a hollow body with an inclining recess for receiving water-absorbing foams, and a manual pump to draw water from a lower portion defining a liquid reservoir. The floral display holder has U-shaped clips to secure the foams generally against an inclined floor surface of the recess. The water drawn with the pump is directed onto the foam, thereby replenishing the foam with additional water.

Abstract: This invention provides certain substituted 2,3-dihydrobenzofurylsulfonamide derivatives and methods for using them in the treatment of susceptible neoplasms in mammals. Also provided are certain novel pharmaceutical formulations employing these benzenesulfonamide derivatives in combination with a carrier.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to azetidinone compounds of the following formula: ##STR1## which are useful as intermediates to carbacephalosporins: ##STR2## These carbacephalosporins are useful as antibacterials.

Abstract: This invention is directed to carbacephems and methods for their preparation: ##STR1## In the foregoing formulae, R.sup.3 represents phenyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylphenyl, halophenyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxyphenyl, naphthyl, thienyl, furyl, benzothienyl, or benzofuryl.

Abstract: An earth anchor for securing light standard apparatus having a post, a cap on the post, and a base, includes a removable stabilizer which is fitted to a stake after the stake has been inserted through the base. The stabilizer extends through a slot in the stake. The stabilizer has an inverted triangular configuration.