Abstract: The systems and methods disclosed herein provide an improved processor package to determine a connection type between the package and an external circuit and to optimize processor performance based on the connection type. As a non-limiting example, a processor package consistent with the present disclosure may include a central processing unit (CPU) die and a plurality of pins (including two connection detection pins) to connect the package to a motherboard. The CPU die may include connection determination logic and execution policy logic, implemented via processor code (“p-code”), as well as a more typical processor.

Abstract: The systems and methods disclosed herein provide an improved processor package to determine a connection type between the package and an external circuit and to optimize processor performance based on the connection type. As a non-limiting example, a processor package consistent with the present disclosure may include a central processing unit (CPU) die and a plurality of pins (including two connection detection pins) to connect the package to a motherboard. The CPU die may include connection determination logic and execution policy logic, implemented via processor code (“p-code”), as well as a more typical processor.

Abstract: Methods and arrangements to establish power rails for a computer system in accordance with a sequence requirement are disclosed. Embodiments may interconnect voltage regulators for components of a platform in accordance with a sequence requirement for establishing power rails for proper operation of the platform. The voltage regulators may comprise enable inputs for enabling the establishment of power rails and power good signal outputs to indicate establishment of power rails. Some embodiments include interconnections to couple voltage regulators in a series of stages. Power good signals output by voltage regulators in one stage may enable inputs of voltage regulators in a subsequent stage. In many embodiments, such interconnections advantageously implement power sequence requirements with little or no need for glue logic and/or programmable logic devices, reducing costs and space requirements associated with implementing the power sequence. Other embodiments are disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: A grid array package includes a rectangular pattern of electrical contacts around a perimeter of the package. The grid array package also includes a polar pattern of electrical contacts inside of, and concentric with, the rectangular pattern. The grid array package also includes additional electrical contacts arranged between the rectangular pattern and the polar pattern.

Abstract: Methods and arrangements to establish power rails for a computer system in accordance with a sequence requirement are disclosed. Embodiments may interconnect voltage regulators for components of a platform in accordance with a sequence requirement for establishing power rails for proper operation of the platform. The voltage regulators may comprise enable inputs for enabling the establishment of power rails and power good signal outputs to indicate establishment of power rails. Some embodiments include interconnections to couple voltage regulators in a series of stages. Power good signals output by voltage regulators in one stage may enable inputs of voltage regulators in a subsequent stage. In many embodiments, such interconnections advantageously implement power sequence requirements with little or no need for glue logic and/or programmable logic devices, reducing costs and space requirements associated with implementing the power sequence. Other embodiments are disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: A wheeled maintenance stand for aircraft has a worker platform elevated by a pair of double scissor linkages, which have track and follower connections with a mobile base frame and the worker platform. A staircase with self-leveling steps is connected to a laterally outer side of one of the double scissor linkages. A power unit supplies fluid power for propelling the stand, operating the scissor linkages and steering. The upper worker platform has left, right and center rolling sections. A manually operated brake is provides for each of the rolling sections.

Abstract: An advertising sign arrangement for a vehicle having emergency rear doors includes a rectangular sign on each side of the vehicle mounted adjacent the top and rear end thereof. The signs on the side extend slightly rearwardly of the vehicle. A rectangular rear sign extends between the other two signs and has its upper side edges pivoted to the other signs. When the rear door is opened, it engages the rear sign and pivots it rearwardly and upwardly so that it does not interfere with the operation of the door. An elastic member extending from the back of the rear sign is engaged by the doors when they are closed to hold the sign in its downward position.