Abstract: Infrared radiation detection systems and methods of making the same are provided. In one embodiment, the radiation detection system comprises: a housing having an open end exposed to a radiation emitting object; a detector positioned in the housing, the detector comprising a radiation sensing material for detecting infrared radiation, the radiation sensing material having a portion removed by etching or coated by a mask such that only a region of the radiation sensing material is capable of detecting the infrared radiation; and a lens positioned in the housing for transmitting infrared radiation from the object to the detector.

Abstract: The subject disclosure pertains to systems and methods for performing fuzzy searches of a tree data structure. A search request can include a search term or terms and search conditions. The tree is traversed in response to the search request and nodes of the tree are examined using a function or set of rules to generate a score. The score reflects the probability that the current node is a match to the search term and can be used to determine the search results to be returned. Due to the organization of the tree, if the score indicates that the current node is not a possible match, child nodes of the current node will not be possible matches. Therefore, the traversal of the current node and its children can be terminated.

Abstract: The subject disclosure pertains to systems and methods for storing and maintaining a large volume of data in a hierarchical data structure. In particular, geographical data can be stored in the hierarchical data structure to facilitate location and retrieval of data. In addition, system and methods for retrieving data from the hierarchical data structure are provided. Search queries can specify both the point of origin of the search and a search method or strategy for navigating the hierarchical data structure. In one aspect, the hierarchical data structure can provide for maintaining sibling relationships.

Abstract: Exciting new optically engaging and controversial three dimensional simulating illusionary digital designs which generate emotional responses and photo-realism shock effects are produced by digitally creating a design or pattern and dying and/or printing the digitally created design using digitally controlled dying or printing equipment on flooring, such as, modular carpet tiles, area rugs, runners, rugs, carpets, floor mats, or the like. In accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a carpet tile substrate is cut into individual carpet tile blanks which are jet injection dyed with digitally created designs, colors, patterns, and/or the like which provide excellent seamability, look, feel, wear, and allow for true or accurate registration of three dimensional like, complex, complicated, intricate designs heretofore unknown in the carpet industry.

Abstract: A computer enhanced play set. Computer enhanced play set incorporates a structure and display screen images retrieved from a CD-ROM, Internet, or other source. Structure and display screen images and/or sounds portray various play set scenes or themes. Movements within the play set may be tracked with sensors. Movement data is provided to computer data inputs of a computer system. Based on movement data, different images, scenes, or scripts may be generated. Users interact with the attached structure and display screen images. User interaction is realized based on the configuration and content of structure and images in display screen. Interaction with the enhanced computer play set may occur between a user and display screen, between a figure and display screen, between a user and structure, between a figure or object and structure, between a user and both structure and display screen, and between a figure or object and both structure and display screen.

Abstract: A registry is established in document presentation architecture that provides a unique numeric identifier for the most commonly used media types. Logic checks a print job and the accompanying form definition for a numeric identifier, a media name and a bin number in that order. Use of a numeric identifier eliminates ambiguity, caused by character matching that is utilized when using a media name identifier, between a request and printer media availability. Logic then attempts to find a matching numeric media identifier, a matching media name or a matching media bin in that order. If no matching identifier or name is found, the print server directs the media request to the default bin of the printer.

Abstract: A computer enhanced play set. Computer enhanced play set incorporates a structure and display screen images retrieved from a CD-ROM, Internet, or other source. Structure and display screen images and/or sounds portray various play set scenes or themes. Movements within the play set may be tracked with sensors. Movement data is provided to computer data inputs of a computer system. Based on movement data, different images, scenes, or scripts may be generated. Users interact with the attached structure and display screen images. User interaction is realized based on the configuration and content of structure and images in display screen. Interaction with the enhanced computer play set may occur between a user and display screen, between a figure and display screen, between a user and structure, between a figure or object and structure, between a user and both structure and display screen, and between a figure or object and both structure and display screen.

Abstract: Inhibitors for matrix metalloproteases, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and a process for using them to treat a variety of physiological conditions. The compounds of the invention have the generalized formula(T).sub.x A--B--D--E--Gwherein A and B are aryl or heteroaryl rings; each T is a substituent group; x is 0, 1, or 2; the group D represents ##STR1## the group E represents a three carbon chain bearing one to three substituent groups which are independent or are involved in ring formation, possible structures being shown in the text and claims; and the group G represents --M, ##STR2## in which M represents --CO.sub.2 H, --CON(R.sup.11).sub.2, or --CO.sub.2 R.sup.12 ; andR.sup.13 represents any of the side chains of the 19 noncyclic naturally occurring amino acids, and include pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: A method of introducing exogenous cloned DNA into a bacterial chromosome of a bacteria in which the transposon Tn5 and the FLP recombinase are functional in vivo is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises the steps of: (a) introducing FLP recombination target sites (FRTs) permanently at random locations in a bacterial chromosome using a plasmid vector that contains an FRT within a modified Tn5 transposon, two selectable markers, and a removable replication origin; (b) mapping the FRT introduced into the bacterial chromosome; (c) cloning exogenous DNA into a vector comprising two FRT sites, two selectable markers, and a removable replication origin; (d) removing the replication origin in the vector of step (c); (e) introducing the altered plasmid vector into bacterial cells, wherein the bacteria cells comprise a functional FLP recombinase; and (f) obtaining targeted integrants.

Abstract: The invention is a method and apparatus for generating an autostereo image. The apparatus comprises at least one light source generating at least two views of an image, a parallax or "slit"-type barrier screen and at least one light-transmitting elements projecting the at least two different views provided by the light source at one or more apertures in the barrier screen. A viewer viewing the screen perceives an autostereo image as a result of the left and right eyes of the viewer seeing different views of the image. In one embodiment, the light source comprises at least one digital projector. In one embodiment, the light-transmitting elements comprise fiber optic strands. A first end of the strand is arranged to receive light projected by one of the light sources. A second end of the strand is arranged to project at a rear side of the barrier screen.

Abstract: Inhibitors for matrix metalloproteases, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and a process for using them to treat a variety of physiological conditions. The compounds of the invention have the generalized formula ##STR1## wherein each T is a substituent group; x is 0, 1, or 2; the group D represents ##STR2## the subscript "e" is 2 or 3; the group R.sup.14 represents a variety of possible substituent groups on the cycloalkyl ring between D and G, and the group G represents M, ##STR3## in which M represents --CO.sub.2 H, --CON(R.sup.11).sub.2, or --CO.sub.2 R.sup.12 ; and R.sup.13 represents any of the side chains of the 19 noncyclic naturally occurring amino acids.

Abstract: Inhibitors for matrix metalloproteases, pharmaueutical compositions containing them, and a process for using them to treat a variety of physiological conditions. The compounds of the invention have the generalized formula ##STR1## wherein each Tis a substituent group; x is 0, 1, or 2; the group D represents ##STR2## the group R6 reresents a variety of possible substituent groups on the carbon chain between D and G, and the group G represents M, ##STR3## in which M represents --CO.sub.2 H, --CON(R.sup.11).sub.2, or --CO.sub.2 R.sup.12, and R.sup.13 represents any of the side chains of the 19 noncyclic naturally occurring amino acids.

Abstract: Inhibitors for matrix metalloproteases, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and a process for using them to treat a variety of physiological conditions. The compounds of the invention have the generalized formula ##STR1## wherein each T is a substituent group; x is 0, 1, or 2; the group D represents ##STR2## the group R6 represents a variety of possible substituent groups on the carbon chain between D and G, and the group G represents M, ##STR3## in which M represents --CO.sub.2 H, --CON(R.sup.11).sub.2, or --CO.sub.2 R.sup.12 ; and R.sup.13 represents any of the side chains of the 19 noncyclic naturally occurring amino acids.

Abstract: Inhibitors for matrix metalloproteases, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and a process for using them to treat a variety of physiological conditions. The presently claimed compounds have the generalized formula ##STR1## in which each T represents a substituent group; x is 0, 1, or 2; D represents ##STR2## .delta. is 0 or 1; U' represents O, S, or N, with the proviso that when U' is N, then .delta.=0, and when U' is O or S, then .delta.=1; R.sup.14 is any of a variety of substituent groups; and G represents M, ##STR3## in which M represents --CO.sub.2 H, --CON(R.sup.11).sub.2, or --CO.sub.2 R.sup.12, R.sup.11 represents H or an alkyl group, R.sup.12 represents an alkyl group, and R.sup.13 represents any of the side chains of the 19 noncyclic naturally occurring amino acids; and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.