Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to mounting clamps for selectively mounting a storage accessory to a rod, the mounting clamps including: a first clamp partner having a first body and a first rod-abutting face, a second clamp partner having a second body and a second rod-abutting face, a coupling mechanism for coupling the first clamp partner to the second clamp partner, and a universal connector having a universal connector attachment mechanism, the universal connector being attachable to the first clamp partner via the universal connector attachment mechanism. The first clamp partner and the second clamp partner are configured to be selectively coupled together to retain a rod, each of the first rod-abutting face and the second rod-abutting face making surface-to-surface contact with an outer surface of the rod. Further, at least one accessory device is attachable to the universal connector via a storage accessory attachment mechanism.

Abstract: Aspirators for inflating devices such as (but not limited to) aircraft evacuation slides and rafts are detailed. Housings of the aspirators may be made of wound filaments of composite materials, reducing their weight as compared to conventional metal structures. Such actions as reconfiguring and repositioning jet nozzles within the housings also contribute to enhancing performance of the aspirators.

Abstract: Evacuation slide systems having extendable portions are detailed. The extendable portions of slides may be inflated separately from the main portions and actuated manually if desired. Consequently, attitude changes of, for example, an aircraft subsequent to inflation of the main portion of a slide would not necessarily defeat its use, as inflation of the extendable portion could still occur.

Abstract: Evacuation slide systems having extendable portions are detailed. The extendable portions of slides may be inflated separately from the main portions and actuated manually if desired. Consequently, attitude changes of, for example, an aircraft subsequent to inflation of the main portion of a slide would not necessarily defeat its use, as inflation of the extendable portion could still occur.

Abstract: Aspirators for inflating devices such as (but not limited to) aircraft evacuation slides and rafts are detailed. Housings of the aspirators may be made of wound filaments of composite materials, reducing their weight as compared to conventional metal structures. Such actions as reconfiguring and repositioning jet nozzles within the housings also contribute to enhancing performance of the aspirators.

Abstract: A controller includes a first input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a compressor, a second input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a variable speed condenser fan, a third input that receives a signal indicating an ambient temperature, a fourth input that receives a signal indicating a condenser temperature, an output that provides a control signal to the variable speed condenser fan, a memory that stores a temperature difference set-point, and a processor in communication with the inputs, the output and the memory. The processor calculates a difference between the ambient temperature and the condenser temperature, compares the difference with the temperature difference set-point, controls the variable speed condenser fan based on the comparison, monitors the energy consumption values, and modulates the temperature difference set-point to minimize energy consumption.

Abstract: A system for receiving and normalizing notification events from assets or equipment located at various sites within an enterprise is disclosed. The system includes receiving a notification, identifying the protocol used by the equipment sending the notification, and converting the notification to a normalized format. The system allows notifications from various types of equipment or assets to be handled by one enterprise management system.

Abstract: A razor blade unit for safety razor has optimized shape and dimensions for body shaving, especially the regions of the axillae. The blade unit has an elongate blade with a rectilinear sharpened edge, and a skin contacting surface at which the length is 1 to 4 times the width and not greater than about 60 mm, e.g., 40 to 45 mm. The skin contacting surface has a footprint area of at least 450 mm2, e.g., 600 to 750 mm2, and a circularity which is not less than the lower of (i) 65%, and (ii) the circularity of a rectangle with the same length and width as the skin contacting surface and with corner radii of 30% of the width. In a plane perpendicular to the blade edge the skin contacting surface is convex and shaped to make at least a three point contact with an imaginary circumscribing circle with a radius of 15 to 70 mm, e.g., 25 mm. Guard cap surfaces in front of and behind the blade edge each have a skin contact area of at least 140 mm2,and their combined area is preferably at least 400 mm2, e.g.

Abstract: A controller comprises a first input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a compressor, a second input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a variable speed condenser fan, and an output that provides a control signal to the variable speed condenser fan. The controller also comprises a memory that stores a condenser set point, and a processor in communication with the input, output and memory and that modulates the condenser set-point to minimize energy consumption and controls the variable speed condenser fan based on the condenser set-point.

Abstract: A controller comprises a first input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a compressor, a second input that receives a signal indicating an energy consumption value of a condenser fan, and an output that provides a control signal to the condenser fan. The controller also comprises a memory that stores a condenser set point, and a processor in communication with the input, output and memory and that modulates the condenser set-point to minimize energy consumption and controls the condenser fan based on the condenser set-point.

Abstract: This invention provides novel neuroprotective 4-pyrimidineamine derivatives and neuroprotective pharmaceutical compositions comprising 4-pyrimidinamines. This invention also provides methods of using these compositions to prevent ischemic cell death, particularly neuronal cell death, and reduce the likelihood of neuronal cell death in a subject due to a traumatic event. Finally, this invention provides an apparatus for administering to a subject the instant pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: A novel class of compounds has been identified that inhibit PTP-1B through a newly discovered binding interaction. Methods of treating, preventing or delaying the onset of, conditions mediated by PTP-1B are also provided. The compounds are capable of interacting with the primary binding pocket of PTP-1B via a hydrogen bond acceptor and have an aqueous phase free energy more positive than about ?1200 kJ/mol. Representative compounds in the class are those of Formula I: or an optical isomer, enantiomer, diastereomer, racemate or racemic mixture thereof, ester, prodrug or metabolite form, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2 and/or R3 are independently hydrogen atoms or alkyl groups and G1 and G2 are aryl, heteroaryl, alkyl, arylalkanyl, arylalkenyl, arylalkynyl, heteroarylalkanyl, heteroarylalkenyl, or heteroarylalkynyl moieties.

Abstract: A razor blade unit for safety razor has optimized shape and dimensions for body shaving, especially the regions of the axillae. The blade unit has an elongate blade with a rectilinear sharpened edge, and a skin contacting surface at which the length is 1 to 4 times the width and not greater than 60 mm, preferably 40 to 45 mm. The skin contacting surface has a footprint area of at least 450 mm2, preferably 600 to 750 mm2, and a circularity which is not less than the lower of (i) 65%, and (ii) the circularity of a rectangle with the same length and width as the skin contacting surface and with corner radii of 30% of the width. In a plane perpendicular to the blade edge the skin contacting surface is convex and shaped to make at least three point contact with an imaginary circumscribing circle with a radius of 15 to 70 mm, preferably 25 mm. Guard cap surfaces in front of and behind the blade edge each have a skin contact area of at least 140 mm2, and their combined area is preferably at least 400 mm2, e.g.

Abstract: A backpack with a compression system includes a backpack body having a top side, a bottom side, two lateral sides, a body side, an outer side and a pair of shoulder straps. Each shoulder strap has a first end connected at a junction of the top side and the body side, and a second end connected to the backpack body at a junction of the bottom side and the body side. Each strap extends along a corresponding lateral side and the bottom of the backpack body, and is slidably connected to the backpack body at a junction of the body side and a corresponding lateral side, and at a junction of the corresponding lateral side and the outer side.

Abstract: A razor blade unit for safety razor has optimized shape and dimensions for body shaving, especially the regions of the axillae. The blade unit has an elongate blade with a rectilinear sharpened edge, and a skin contacting surface at which the length is 1 to 4 times the width and not greater than 60 mm, preferably 40 to 45 mm. The skin contacting surface has a footprint area of at least 450 mm2, preferably 600 to 750 mm2, and a circularity which is not less than the lower of (i) 65%, and (ii) the circularity of a rectangle with the same length and width as the skin contacting surface and with corner radii of 30% of the width. In a plane perpendicular to the blade edge the skin contacting surface is convex and shaped to make at least three point contact with an imaginary circumscribing circle with a radius of 15 to 70 mm, preferably 25 mm. Guard cap surfaces in front of and behind the blade edge each have a skin contact area of at least 140 mm2, and their combined area is preferably at least 400 mm2, e.g.

Abstract: A system for receiving and normalizing notification events from assets or equipment located at various sites within an enterprise is disclosed. The system includes receiving a notification, identifying the protocol used by the equipment sending the notification, and converting the notification to a normalized format. The system allows notifications from various types of equipment or assets to be handled by one enterprise management system.

Abstract: The use of [R-(Z)]-&agr;-(methoxyimino)-&agr;-(1-azabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-3-yl)acetonitrile or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of neuropsychiatric symptoms in patients with Alzheimer's Disease is disclosed.

Abstract: The use of [R-(Z)]-&agr;-(methoxyimino)-&agr;-(1-azabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-3-yl)acetonitrile or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of psychosis or other neuropsychiatric symptoms.

Abstract: The use of [R-(Z)]-&agr;-(methoxyimino)-&agr;-(1-azabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-3-yl)acetonitrile or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of psychosis or other neuropsychiatric symptoms.

Abstract: A soft-bodied crank-bait lure comprising a rigid interior skeleton and a rubbery body molded or formed thereover, where the skeleton includes: a first channel extending downward and rearward from the anterior end of the lure; and a second channel extending downward and forward from the posterior end of the lure. The rearward opening of the first channel is spaced from and substantially faces the forward opening of the second channel, and the first channel and the second channel are angled with respect to each other. Fishing line or leader line is threaded through the first channel and then through second channel, and the hooks are coupled to the line rather than to the skeleton or to the rubbery body. Therefore, the lure will "free-flow" on the line, so that when a fish strikes the lure and becomes hooked, the lure will slide away from the fish.