Abstract: A CDMA base station servicing a plurality of mobile stations in a plurality of sectors monitors the reverse-link signal strength received by each antenna for each mobile station, and accordingly determines an optimum combination of antennas for forward-link transmission to each mobile station, whereby transmission to each mobile station may be accomplished with lower power, and whereby the dropped-call rate is reduced.

Abstract: The invention relates to DNA which encodes Arabidopsis 1-deoxy-xylulose-5-phosphate reductoisomerase and to a method of identifying modulators of the 1-deoxy-D-xylulose-5-phosphate reductoisomerase and 1-deoxy-D-xylulose-5-phosphate synthase activity.

Abstract: Systems and methods for cancelling interference in received CDMA signals due to signals of users involved in position location in the received signals which have been digitized to form a composite digitized baseband signal which would otherwise interfere with the detection of other user's data streams. The particular user's signals are detected, and an estimate of the air interface for that user is made. The user's signals are then passed through a model of the air interface, and the resulting output is subtracted from the composite digitized baseband signal, thereby removing interference due to that user's signals.

Abstract: An electronic location tag comprises stored data which includes a identifier. The data is transmitted to an attached data processing system through an interface. The attached data processing system is adapted to initiate a security action responsive to receiving the identifier. The electronic location tag is adapted to be physically attached to the environment surrounding the tag.

Abstract: A modular system that includes a plurality of modular elements that can be coupled together in a hidden manner with respect to the visible side. The modules are formed as areal, frame-like or three-dimensional shaped parts and are freely combinable with one another. At least substantially flat modular elements or flat modular element regions have a plurality of mutually spaced apart coupling and fixing members that project beyond a boundary edge of the module. Insert grooves are provided at a rear side of the module for the shape-locked and force-transmitting reception of coupling and fixing members of adjacent modules.

Abstract: An interchangeable sound effect device (1) that incorporates and plays sound effects that have been digitally recorded on interchangeable sound cartridges (4). This device (1) is designed to be used with entertainment and educational type products such as toys, dolls, figurines, books and instructional guides. The sound effect device (1) employs an infrared receiver (28) housed within a durable encasement that straps around the user's waist or is embedded within the doll, figurine, toy, or book. The receiver unit (28) contains an infrared detector (44), an electronic diving means (60), an audio speaker (52), and a sound cartridge (4) that rests within a sound cartridge chamber (32). The sound cartridge (4) contains a sound enabler chip (12) that stores, in digital form, a number of prerecorded sound effects. In addition, the user can easily remove the sound cartridge (4) and insert one of many other sound cartridges each containing a different set of sound effects.

Abstract: Use of aryl-substituted cyclobutylalkylamines and their pharmaceutically suitable salts for treating obesity and its accompanying disorders are disclosed.

Abstract: Alkali silicate glasses are described which, in view of their good chemical stability and their optical properties and processing properties, are particularly suitable as a coating or veneering material for ceramic dental frameworks and hence for the production of all-ceramic dental restorations such as crowns or bridges.

Abstract: An interchangeable sound effect device (1) which incorporates and plays sound effects that have been digitally recorded on interchangeable sound cartridges (4). This device (1) is designed to be used with entertainment and educational type products such as toys, dolls, figurines, books and instructional guides. The sound effect device (1) employs an infrared receiver (28) housed within a durable encasement which straps around the user's waist or is embedded within the doll, figurine, toy, or book. The receiver unit (28) contains an infrared detector (44), an electronic diving means (60), an audio speaker (52), and a sound cartridge (4) that rests within a sound cartridge chamber (32). The sound cartridge (4) contains a sound enabler chip (12) that stores, in digital form, a number of prerecorded sound effects. In addition, the user can easily remove the sound cartridge (4) and insert one of many other sound cartridges each containing a different set of sound effects.

Abstract: A tornado escape capsule 10 for a house trailer 100 having a structural framework 101 which defines an interior compartment 102 dimensioned to releasably receive the escape capsule 10 which is connected to a ground engaging anchor 40 by a tether 60 whereby the escape capsule 10 will remain attached to the ground engaging anchor 40 in the event that a tornado destroys the house trailer 100 that originally surrounded the escape capsule 10.

Abstract: A modular system that includes a plurality of modular elements that can be coupled together in a hidden manner with respect to the visible side. The modules are formed as areal, frame-like or three-dimensional shaped parts and are freely combinable with one another. At least substantially flat modular elements or flat modular element regions have a plurality of mutually spaced apart coupling and fixing members that project beyond a boundary edge of the module. Insert grooves are provided at a rear side of the module for the shape-locked and force-transmitting reception of coupling and fixing members of adjacent modules.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof in which A is methylene or O; B is methylene or O; g is 0,1,2,3 or 4; R.sub.1 is an optional substituent; U is an alkylene chain optionally substituted by one or more alkyl; Q represents a divalent group containing nitrogen atoms; and T represents CO.HET, have utility in the treatment of central nervous system disorders, for example depression, anxiety, psychoses (for example schizophrenia), tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, obesity, hypertension, Tourette's syndrome, sexual dysfunction, drug addiction, drug abuse, cognitive disorders, Alzheimer's disease, senile dementia, obsessive-compulsive behavior, panic attacks, social phobias, eating disorders and anorexia, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disorders, non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, hyperglycaemia, constipation, arrhythmia, disorders of the neuroendocrine system, stress, prostatic hypertrophy, and spasticity.

Abstract: An electrical package, such as a stereo for an automobile comprises a chassis and one or more subassemblies adapted to mate with the chassis. One or more flanges extend from the chassis and each subassembly includes one or more edges each adapted to be securely held in place by one or more of the flanges. Preferably, the flanges and the edges are adapted to mate in sliding engagement with one another. Thus, the electrical package can be assembled without the use of threaded fasteners.

Abstract: A method of forming a circuit board with electronic assemblies lying in different planes, includes providing a single circuit board with entire electronic assemblies pressed thereon. A channel is then formed in the circuit board of a predetermined depth to divide the circuit board into two separate, but integral portions. The circuit board is then bent at a point between the first and second portions of the circuit board such that the second portion of the circuit board can be bent between 0 and 180 degrees with respect to the first portion of the circuit board.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for attaching an electrical component to a convector attached to a chassis of an electrical package is disclosed. The convector comprises one or more slide tracks adapted to receive a spring clamp that provides the sole means for securing a heat-generating component to the convector. The spring clamp includes a flange adapted to be grasped for insertion into the slide tracks, and adapted to cover an opening in the chassis. The spring clamp also includes a pair of prongs, each adapted to fit within one of the slide tracks, and spaced apart from one another so as to capture a rectangular protrusion on the convector therebetween when inserted into the slide tracks. Each prong preferably includes a locking hook that engages the rectangular protrusion.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof in which A is methylene or --O--; B is methylene or --O--; and g is 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4;R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4, U, Q and T are defined in claim 1.The compounds have utility in the treatment of central nervous system disorders, for example depression, anxiety, psychoses (for example schizophrenia), tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, obesity, hypertension, Tourette's syndrome, sexual dysfunction, drug addiction, drug abuse, cognitive disorders, Alzheimer's disease, senile dementia, obsessive-compulsive behaviour, panic attacks, eating disorders and anorexia, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disorders, non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, hyperglycaemia, constipation, arrhythmia, disorders of the neuroendocrine system, stress, prostatic hypertrophy, and spasticity.

Abstract: Moisture condensed on a circuit board can cause dendritic growth which can short out a circuit. Such sensitive areas are protected from condensation by filling cavities in an assembly with insulating material to exclude moisture bearing air. Foamed plastic is molded or stamped into shapes which conform to a cavity and are inserted into the assembly. The plastic body is held against the circuit board to preclude condensation on the board. Adhesives and sealants are not required.

Abstract: An interchangeable sound effect device which incorporates and plays sound effects that have been digitally recorded on interchangeable sound cartridges. This device is designed to be used with entertainment and educational type products such as toys, dolls, figurines, books and instructional guides. The sound effect device employs an infrared receiver housed within a durable encasement which straps around the user's waist or is embedded within the doll, figurine, toy, or book. The receiver unit contains an infrared detector, an electronic diving means, an audio speaker, and a sound cartridge that rests within a sound cartridge chamber. The sound cartridge contains a sound enabler chip that stores, in digital form, a number of prerecorded sound effects. In addition, the user can easily remove the sound cartridge and insert one of many other sound cartridges each containing a different set of sound effects. Finally, the sound effect device uses an infrared transmitter that attaches to an adjustable glove.

Abstract: The incidence of restenosis after angioplasty is reduced by exposing the potentially stenotic site to radiation from a source within the same vascular structure in which the site is located. The radioactive source can be mounted at the distal end of a guidewire, or in a balloon catheter, or on a balloon expansible stent, and is inserted through the vascular structure to the site to be exposed.

Abstract: A manual transmission modular clutch unit is provided comprising a clutch cover assembly, a clutch friction disc assembly, and a flywheel disc assembly which modular clutch unit may be pre-assembled and balanced off line prior to shipment to a vehicle assembly plant. The manual transmission modular clutch unit contains each clutch component with the exception of an engine starter ring which is customarily attached to the clutch flywheel disc. A unique attaching arrangement is provided for the pre-installation of an automatic transmission drive plate on each engine crankshaft of a vehicle assembly line. As the drive plate is interchangeable with either a manual transmission modular clutch unit or an automatic transmission torque converter both manual and automatic transmission vehicles may be built on a common assembly line while minimizing both labor and parts.