Abstract: A method of controlling presentation of content on a media storage device is described. The method is comprised of verifying the presence of a media presentation mechanism and a usage compliance mechanism on a computer system operated by a recipient to whom the media storage device is distributed. The usage compliance mechanism includes a file system filter driver for controlling data reads associated with the computer readable media. The media presentation mechanism is communicatively coupled with the usage compliance mechanism. The present method further includes the file system driver performing a first decryption of the computer readable media. The present method further includes the media presentation mechanism performing a second decrypting of the computer readable media concurrent with presenting the computer readable media to the recipient.

Abstract: A method for providing a media change notification on a computing system. The present method polls a media device of a computing system for a media change wherein the polling of the media device cannot be blocked by the computing system. When a media change is detected on the media device, a media change notification is generated. The media change notification is then output when the media change on the media device is detected. In so doing, the media change notification cannot be blocked by the computing system.

Abstract: A method and system for controlling video input media is described. The method includes receiving video media via a video media input device. The video media input device is communicatively coupled with and operable in conjunction with the electronic device. The method further includes monitoring a data path within the electronic device associated with the video media. The monitoring is performed by a compliance mechanism communicatively coupled with and operable in conjunction with the electronic device. The method further includes preventing the video media from reaching a usage mechanism via the data path, the usage mechanism communicatively coupled with the electronic device. The usage mechanism is able to create an environment in which the video media can be used in an unauthorized manner. The preventing performed by the compliance mechanism is done when usage of the video media with the usage mechanism violates a usage restriction applicable to the video media.

Abstract: One embodiment of the invention is a method for providing media content while preventing its unauthorized distribution. The method includes transmitting from a client to an administrative node a request for delivery of an instance of media content (IMC); determining which content source (CS) of a plurality of CSs to provide delivery of the IMC, provided the client is authorized to receive the IMC; transmitting to the client an access key and a location of the IMC; transmitting from the client to the CS a second request and the access key; in response to receiving the second request and the access key, transferring the IMC from the CS to the client; transmitting from the client to the administrative node an indicator indicating a successful transfer of the IMC; and generating a transaction applicable to the client and associated with the transfer of the IMC to the client.

Abstract: A method and system for communication of patient data acquired from a patient (13) involving the use of a predetermined communications protocol (48, 49, 50) whereby patient data is communicable from a patient location to an analysis location. In a preferred form, the patient data has appended to its supplementary data which can include address information and identity information.

Abstract: A method and system for communication of patient data acquired from a patient (13) involving the use of a predetermined communications protocol (48, 49, 50) whereby patient data is communicable from a patient location to an analysis location. In a preferred form, the patient data has appended to its supplementary data which can include address information and identity information.

Abstract: A cornice has an elongate frontpiece that has a decorative front side and a back side, an opening in the back side of the frontpiece, and a fastener having a first projection on one side thereof for mounting in the opening of the frontpiece and a second projection on another side thereof for engaging with a headrail so that the frontpiece can be mounted to the headrail by engaging the first projection of the fastener with the frontpiece and engaging the second projection of the fastener with the headrail. The cornice can be installed to the headrail by inserting the first projection into the opening of the frontpiece, rotating the fastener 90.degree. while the first projection is in the opening to secure the first projection within the opening, and mounting the second projection to the headrail.

Abstract: A method of removing metal impurities from a resist component, comprising the steps of:(a) dissolving said resist component in a solvent;(b) contacting said resist component solution with a cation exchange resin and a chelate resin for a sufficient amount of time to absorb at least a portion of said metal impurities onto said cation exchange and chelate resins; and(c) separating said cation exchange and chelate resins bearing said metal impurities from said resist component solution.

Abstract: A battery charging device wherein the charging current level is controllable by a thermal circuit responsive to battery temperature also includes a circuit responsive to battery voltage and a timing circuit. The timing circuit is activated when a battery is inserted into the device for charging and immediately times a very brief interval. If the battery voltage exceeds a predetermined level during the timed interval, the charging current level is reduced as by the thermal circuit. The circuit protects both cold and charged batteries from damage due to overcharging.

Abstract: An overexpanded thrust vector control nozzle has a converging extension section downstream of the jet exhaust stream deflecting section for defining a restriction or orifice. The orifice functions to elevate the exhaust pressure in the deflection section, which permits a reduction in nozzle size for operation at high and low altitudes. The orifice, which isolates the deflection section from outside ambient pressure, receives a deflected exhaust stream after it is turned in the direction opposite to that of the original stream deflection by the wall of the converging section. Control ports, which are adapted to communicate with a source of pressurized control fluid, are provided in the deflection section to position the exhaust stream.

Abstract: An exhaust nozzle has two frames each with flow attachment surfaces, mounted on its exit end in diametrically opposed relationship. Side plates are mounted on the sides of the attachment surfaces in such a manner that the plates project inwardly toward the axis of the nozzle. The attachment surfaces and their respective side plates define flow channels which receive only annular sectors of the exhaust stream emanating from the nozzle. Each flow channel is of sufficient radial depth and curvature to permit ambient pressure at a selected location on the attachment surface to detach the exhaust stream. A plurality of passages are provided in each frame for communicating ambient pressure to the respective attachment surfaces. A solenoid operated valve on each frame controls communication between the respective passages and the ambient atmosphere.