Abstract: A pattern-based data matching method matches pattern-based data. The data matching method generates a regular expression pattern for input datasets and describes similarity measures between the generated patterns. The data matching method analyzes an input dataset in terms of symbol classes, generalizing input values into a general pattern to allow identification or extrapolation of overlap between input datasets, aiding in matching fields in databases that are being merged and in learning a pattern for an input dataset. For each sequence of data values, the present method computes a compact pattern describing the sequence. Embodiments of the data matching method comprise noise reduction and repetitive pattern discovery in the input dataset and calculation of recall and precision of the generated pattern.

Abstract: Compositions containing chlorine and/or bromine in combination with chlorine dioxide are found to be synergistic against non-tuberculosis mycobacterium such as Mycobacteria chelonae.

Abstract: There is disclosed a data processor having a clustered architecture that comprises at least one branching cluster, at least one non-branching cluster and remote conditional branching control circuitry. Each of the clusters is capable of computing branch conditions, though only the branching cluster is operable to perform branch address computations. The remote conditional branching control circuitry, which is associated with each of the clusters, is operable in response to sensing a conditional branch instruction in a non-branching cluster to (i) cause the branching cluster to compute a branch address and a next program counter address, (ii) cause the non-branching cluster to compute a branch condition, and (iii) communicate the computed branch condition from the non-branching cluster to the branching cluster. The data processor then uses the computed branch condition to select one of the branch address or the next program counter address.

Abstract: A scheme is used to automatically discover algebraic constraints between pairs of columns in relational data. The constraints may be “fuzzy” in that they hold for most, but not all, of the records, and the columns may be in the same table or different tables. The scheme first identifies candidate sets of column value pairs that are likely to satisfy an algebraic constraint. For each candidate, the scheme constructs algebraic constraints by applying statistical histogramming, segmentation, or clustering techniques to samples of column values. In query-optimization mode, the scheme automatically partitions the data into normal and exception records. During subsequent query processing, queries can be modified to incorporate the constraints; the optimizer uses the constraints to identify new, more efficient access paths. The results are then combined with the results of executing the original query against the (small) set of exception records.

Abstract: Compositions containing chlorine and/or bromine in combination with chlorine dioxide are found to be synergistic against non-tuberculosis mycobacterium such as Mycobacteria chelonae.

Abstract: The present invention is a telecommunications cable comprising a plurality of electrical conductors, each conductor being surrounded by a layer of insulation comprising a coupled propylene polymer. It is preferable that the propylene polymer be an impact modified propylene polymer, more preferably an impact propylene polymer. The primary advantages of the insulation composition are realized under high-speed extrusion conditions for thin-walled insulation application, including the advantages of smooth insulation surface, good dimensional uniformity, and relatively low extrusion head and die pressures.

Abstract: This invention is directed to optical cable components fabricated from an extrudable blend of high crystalline polypropylene and an impact modifying polymer to provide an enhanced balance flexural modulus, Izod notched value, grease resistance, and low shrinkage properties. The polypropylene has a crystallinity of greater than weight percent and a melt flow of from 1 to 20 grams per 10 minutes at 230 degrees C. At 23 degrees C., the composition yields an extrudant having a 1-percent secant modulus of at least 1,600 MPa and a notched Izod of at least 35 J/m. The composition also yields an extruded tube having a shrinkage of less than 2.0 percent after 24 hours at 100 degrees C.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for treating a submerged surface to remediate unwanted submerged deposits by applying to the submerged unwanted deposit a gel containing an inorganic or organic thickening agent and at least one remediation component having been blended to form a homogeneous mixture and having flow characteristics that will allow the gel to remain substantially attached to a vertical surface for a sufficient period of time to obtain the intended remediation. Also disclosed are films and gel compositions to accomplish the intended results.

Abstract: The present invention is a cable comprising one or more telecommunication or power transmission media or a core of two or more such media, each medium or core surrounded by at least one jacketing or sheathing layer comprising a polypropylene homopolymer or copolymer and having a relaxation spectrum (RSI) and melt flow (MF) such RSI*MF{circumflex over (?)}a is greater than about 12 when a is about 0.5. Significantly, the jacketing or sheathing layer exhibits advantaged extrusion fabrication charateristics, resulting from the propylene polymer having enhanced rheology properties (as demonstrated by its high relaxation spectrum index (RSI)). Additionally, the propylene-based polymer composition of the present invention exhibits relaxtively high melt strength compared to compounds of conventional propylene polymers or ethylene polymers. In fiber optic cable jacketing applications, the present invention advantageously balances low post extrusion shrinkage with high modulus/deformation resistance.

Abstract: The concentration of gas generated in an anaerobic fermenting liquid is controlled, preferably maintained below saturation, by removal of dissolved gas by diffusion during at least part of the fermentation. The removal of gas reduces the amount of foam produced by the fermentation and provides a source of gas for downstream treatment of a fermentation product or export from the fermentation process. The invention has particular application to fermentation processes generating carbon dioxide, especially brewing beer.

Abstract: An air distribution and temperature control module in which the module (51). As arranged as a plug-in unit that can be installed into the vehicle by a simple push in operation.

Abstract: A sewing device is described for use in surgical procedures inside a patient, which can be used without the need to make an external incision in the patient. The device comprises a slot to which suction is applied at a plurality of locations to suck in a double-layer of tissue, and a needle for passing a tag into and through the double layer. The tag may have an article attached thereto, for example a sensor/transmitter.