Abstract: A surface covering and a method of manufacturing such surface covering is disclosed. In one embodiment of the present invention, the surface covering includes a film having a print layer forming a pattern or design disposed on one side of the film. A discontinuous gloss layer is disposed on the other side of the film substantially in-register with at least a portion of the printed pattern or design. Additionally, the gloss layer has at least one portion thereof which has a gloss level different from the side upon which the gloss layer is disposed. In another embodiment, the surface covering has a film and a discontinuous gloss layer disposed on one side of the film. The gloss layer forms a pattern or design and at least one portion thereof has a gloss level different from the side upon which the gloss layer is disposed. A surface texture is mechanically embossed into the film substantially in-register with the pattern or design of the gloss layer. Optionally, a web may be laminated to the surface covering.

Abstract: An improved system is achieved in a cellular arrangement where mobile units employ a moveable slot TDM approach to send packets to base stations, and where the base stations use a non-contention approach. When a base station transmits information packets to different mobile units, it merely queues the packets and transmits over a given channel. In a corresponding inbound channel, the mobile units transmit packets to the base station using the MSTDM protocol. The base station also transmits information regarding whether the inbound frequency is occupied by a signal that is being transmitted to the base station, or whether a collision exists. A collision on an inbound frequency occurs when more than one signal is simultaneously transmitted on the inbound frequency. On an additional control channel that is shared by all base stations, the base station sends information in a TDM fashion.

Abstract: A module for temporarily storing a succession of flat printed products includes a first carrier element train on a first transport element assigned to a first side wall of the module, and a second carrier element train on a second transport element assigned to a second side wall of the module. The second side wall is located opposite the first side wall. The transport elements are movable relative to the side walls and correlated with one another, for a form-locking, at least partial support of a printing product loaded into the module. Support for an underside of the loaded printing product is provided by an upper side of the first carrier element and by an upper side of the second carrier element.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product are disclosed for managing an office product supply chain utilizing a network. A network is utilized to receive data from a plurality of office product outlets of an office product supply chain in which the data relates to the sale of office product by the office product outlets. An electronic order form is generated based on the data for ordering office product from an office product distributor of the office product supply chain. The data is transmitted via the network to the office product distributor of the office product supply chain. The data is also transmitted to an office product supplier of the office product supply chain utilizing the network. Additionally, activity in the office product supply chain is forecast utilizing the data.

Abstract: An industrial truck having a first and a second controller, each of which has an apparatus for a self-diagnosis of sensors and actuators of the controller, including one or more data lines between the first and the second controller for a transmission of operating and diagnostic data of the controllers wherein the operating and diagnostic data are transmitted on one or more interfaces with a common protocol, and a translation device for diagnostic data of the first controller for an interface of the second controller to which the diagnostic data of the second controller is applied, wherein the translation device translates the diagnostic data of the first controller into the same protocol in which the diagnostic data of the second controller is applied to the interface and both the interface and protocol are suited for exchanging diagnostic and operating data to communicate with additional controllers.

Abstract: A security alarm sensor for mounting between two corner walls is described comprising a housing unit having a housing base for attachment to the corner walls and a selectively detachable housing cover; a circuit board sized for engagement within the housing unit; first and second openings on opposite sides of the housing base; first and second mounting pins selectively movable within the first and second openings wherein said mounting pins have a length and a range of movement so as to have a first position wherein the mounting pins are totally retracted within the housing unit and a second position wherein said mounting pins extend outwardly from the housing unit sufficiently to pierce the corner walls and securely hold the security alarm sensor in place. The installation of the alarm sensor is usually accomplished by first removing the housing cover from the housing base and detaching the printed circuit board prior to mounting the housing base to the corner of the wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel arylsulphonamides and analogues, to processes for their preparation and to their use for the prophylaxis and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders, in particular for the treatment of cerebral apoplexy, craniocerebral trauma, pain and spasticity.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product are disclosed for managing an entertainment media supply chain utilizing a network. A network is utilized to receive data from a plurality of entertainment media outlets of an entertainment media supply chain in which the data relates to the sale of entertainment media by the entertainment media outlets. An electronic order form is generated based on the data for ordering entertainment media from an entertainment media distributor of the entertainment media supply chain. The data is transmitted via the network to the entertainment media distributor of the entertainment media supply chain. The data is also transmitted to an entertainment media supplier of the entertainment media supply chain utilizing the network. Additionally, activity in the entertainment media supply chain is forecast utilizing the data.

Abstract: The ionization chamber consists of a plurality of ports to accept multiple identical devices or varying devices. Ports may be arranged at various positions on the ionization chamber and at various angles with respect to the sampling orifice leading into the vacuum chamber of the mass spectrometer. A plurality of sprayers may operate in a time modulated manner and thereby the simultaneous multiplexed analysis of a multitude of samples is facilitated.

Abstract: A coolant/air heat exchanger core assembly (1) is described, having at least one meandering or serpentine coolant passage and an air passage between superimposed plates.

Abstract: The invention relates to an endoscope fill bar comprising a device to change the cross-section of a rounded end zone distally projecting beyond the endoscope distal end when said bar is in its functional position, the cross-sectionally altering device being driven by an adjusting system mounted on the fill bar and through an adjustment link, and is characterized in that the device comprises a lever resting on the distal end zone in spreading-out and retracting manner.

Abstract: Water soluble, gelatin-free dip coatings for tablets and capsules comprising sucrose, glycerin and pre-gelatinized starch and/or tapioca dextrin or comprising hydroxypropyl starch, thickener, and plasticizer.

Abstract: Precision inphase/quadrature up-down converter structures generally neither requiring trimming at the time of fabrication nor calibration during use. The converters use four mixers arranged to down convert to provide Q, I, {overscore (I)}and Q baseband signals (or up convert Q, I, {overscore (I)} and Q baseband signals), the combination of which signals has a very substantially reduced unwanted image frequency content. The use of an increased number of mixers in effect shifts the primary errors from absolute gain and phase errors, to gain and phase error mismatches between elements in replicated circuits, which mismatches can be held to a minimum in circuits replicated in a single integrated circuit.

Abstract: Method for reprocessing of rechargeable accumulator or battery packs including testing, replacing, tuning, providing individual special types and charging accumulators in a store or in the framework of an independent service by using a special service station. The method includes the provision of service station business partners, the provision of the central office for controlling the overall business procedures, and the provision of a product database. The central office controls the production of the service stations and the supply of the accumulators, batteries, or cells. In addition, the central office also controls the financing of the service stations for the service station business partners. The method includes a complete system for reprocessing accumulator or battery packs.

Abstract: A security alarm sensor for mounting between two corner walls is described comprising a housing unit having a housing base for attachment to the corner walls and a selectively detachable housing cover; a circuit board sized for engagement within the housing unit; first and second openings on opposite sides of the housing base; first and second mounting pins selectively movable within the first and second openings wherein said mounting pins have a length and a range of movement so as to have a first position wherein the mounting pins are totally retracted within the housing unit and a second position wherein said mounting pins extend outwardly from the housing unit sufficiently to pierce the corner walls and securely hold the security alarm sensor in place. The installation of the alarm sensor is usually accomplished by first removing the housing cover from the housing base and detaching the printed circuit board prior to mounting the housing base to the corner of the wall.

Abstract: An automation system wherein fault conditions are identified by providing clearer fault messages. The system is defined in terms of components, and further in terms of inputs, outputs, and functional relationships between the inputs and outputs, wherein inputs include potential fault conditions associated with the components or functional elements. Weighting factors are associated with the fault conditions to identify the most likely cause. Functional relationships are developed using libraries of generic components that are used to create a diagnostic program during an off-line phase (410). Model functions (412) are determined and coded according to a suitable coding language (414). The resulting program is passed as a diagnostic model (426) operable of use in an on-line phase (420). The diagnostic model (426) provides input to an object engine (430) that is operational during the on-line phase (420), and receives specific inputs (424) and outputs of selected information (422) during operation thereof.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product are disclosed for managing a supply chain utilizing a network. Data is recieved from a plurality of restaurants of a supply chain utilizing a network. This data relates to the sales of goods by the restaurants. An electronic order form for ordering a plurality of goods is then generated based on the data. The electronic order form is subsequently transmitted to at least one supply chain participant of the supply chain utilizing the network. Further, information relating to at least one of operations in the above process for managing the supply chain is tracked by the restaurant.

Abstract: A novel method and apparatus of detecting unique items as they are inserted into a product packaging system that is easily adaptable to current product packaging and prize insertion systems. A number of different types of sensors may be used in conjunction with the insertion device to detect the unique prize before it is inserted into a product packaging system. The sensor used will vary depending on the particular application. Sensors that may be used include a capacitive proximity sensor, a thickness sensor, a reflectivity sensor, a transmissivity sensor, a stiffness sensor, a color sensor, or even an odor or chemical sensor. Ideally, the type sensor used will detect a feature of the unique item that is easily distinguishable from other items being inserted. Once the sensor detects the prize and generates a signal, this signal can be used to perform a variety of useful functions.

Abstract: A heart muscle irrigation device comprises a short rivet like member with one closed and one open end, and a barrel including a plurality of holes, slots, an area mesh, or a grid. The irrigation device is inserted into the heart muscle so as to provide a channel from, for example, the left ventricle, to provide an adequate oxygenated blood supply to a starved muscle. The irrigation device is inserted from either outside or inside the rib cage by an insertion device. The insertion device comprises a plunger and barrel assembly adapted to contain the irrigation device. The tip of the insertion device includes members adapted to penetrate the heart muscle. If the irrigation device is inserted through an insertion into the rib cage, an applicator comprising a tubular member with a planar tip including a soft elastomeric seal can be used whereby a portion of the heart muscle is held more or less rigidly for the short period during which the irrigation device is inserted.

Abstract: Containers, methods and systems for treating blood or blood component products; whereby the containers are adapted to contain blood products and the containers have connected thereto respective information/identification chips for use in maintaining information about the blood products which may be contained within the containers and whereby the information/identification chips are adapted for having information written to and read from the information/identification chips including the writing of information to an information/identification chip that the respective blood product was subjected to a pathogen inactivation process.