Abstract: A system for centrally controlling access by computers in a corporate network to a plant network that runs plant applications. The system includes an access control computer in communication with the corporate network and includes a memory, a processor coupled to the memory and a multi-user application stored in the memory and executable by the processor. The multi-user application communicates with a plurality of computers in the corporate network concurrently and communicates with at least one plant application running in the plant network to retrieve data from and pass data to the plant application on behalf of the plurality of computers in the corporate network concurrently. Since all communication from the plurality of computers is tunneled through the access control computer, the likelihood of any virus or worm spreading into the plant network is minimized.

Abstract: In accordance with this invention a novel pharmaceutical product containing efavirenz, emtricitabine and tenofovir DF are provided as a multicomponent unitary oral dosage form, component 1 comprising tenofovir DF (and, optionally, emtricitabine) and component 2 comprising efavirenz, wherein components 1 and 2 are in a stabilizing configuration. In preferred embodiments component 1 is made by dry granulation.

Abstract: A Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) proxy server including a multi-core central processing unit (CPU) is presented. The multi-core CPU includes a receiving core dedicated to pre-SIP message processing. The pre-SIP message processing may include message retrieval, header and payload parsing, and Call-ID hashing. The Call-ID hashing is used to determine a post-SIP processing core designated to process messages between particular user pair. The pre-SIP and post-SIP configuration allows for the use of multiple processing cores to utilize a single control plane, thereby providing an accurate topology of the network for each processing core.

Abstract: The robust controller for nonlinear MIMO systems uses a radial basis function (RBF) neural network to generate optimal control signals abiding by constraints, if any, on the control signal or on the system output. The weights of the neural network are trained in the negative direction of the gradient of output squared error. Nonlinearities in the system, as well as variations in system parameters, are handled by the robust controller. Simulation results are included in the end to assess the performance of the proposed controller.

Abstract: A lead for an implantable device includes a flexible, implantable tether, electrically connectable to an implantable device, and a plurality of control elements, disposed along the tether. The control elements are electrically interconnectable to the implantable device and configured to transmit one of power and communication signals thereto.

Abstract: A system and method for global power management in a power over Ethernet (PoE) chassis. Power supply status signals indicative of an operating condition of a plurality of power supplies are provided to a plurality of power sourcing equipment (PSE) controller chips in a plurality of blades of a chassis system. Pre-configured combination logic within each of the PSE controller chips converts an indicated operational state of the plurality of power supplies into a powering decision for each of the ports served by the PSE controller chip. Global power management is also effected through the use of scaling factors for the various blades to ensure that the lowest priority powered port (LPPP) in a first blade does not have a lower priority than the highest priority non-powered port (HPNPP) in a second blade.

Abstract: Methods and systems for performing control of flow in a graphics processor architecture are provided. For example, in at least one embodiment, a computing system includes a memory storing a plurality of instructions and a graphics processing unit. The graphics processing unit is configured to process the instructions according to a multi-stage scalar pipeline and store condition code values in the branch control stack. The graphics processing unit is further configured to process branch instructions using condition code values stored in the condition register at the top of the branch control stack.

Abstract: Methods and systems for providing IP services in an integrated fashion are provided. According to one embodiment, packets are load balanced among virtual routing processing resources of an IP service generator of a virtual router (VR) based switch. A packet flow cache is maintained with packet flow entries containing information indicative of packet processing actions for established packet flows. Deep packet classification is performed to determine whether a packet is associated with an established packet flow. If so, the packet is directed to one of multiple virtual services processing resources representing application-tailored engines configured to provide managed firewall services. If the packet is allowed, it is returned to the source virtual routing processing resource for forwarding.

Abstract: A braking system for a cart is described herein. The braking system can include a pair of chocks positioned proximate to a wheel of a wheel assembly, where the wheel assembly is coupled to a cart frame. The braking system can also include a handle mechanically coupled to the cart frame, where the handle has an engaged position when a force is applied to the handle, and where the handle has a disengaged position when no force is applied to the handle. The braking system can also include a brake release mechanism coupled to the pair of chocks and the handle. When the handle is in the disengaged position, the pair of chocks are engaged with the wheel and the brake release mechanism is disengaged. When the handle is in the engaged position, the pair of chocks are disengaged from the wheel and the brake release mechanism is engaged.

Abstract: A field effect transistor (FET) having a source, a drain and a gate includes a first connection electrically connected to the gate near a first end of the gate, a second connection electrically connected to the gate near the first end of the gate, a third connection electrically connected to the gate near a second end of the gate, and a fourth connection electrically connected to the gate near the second end of the gate. By performing gate resistance measurements at different ambient temperatures, a thermal coefficient of gate resistance can be derived and then used to monitor the gate temperature, which is representative of the channel temperature.

Abstract: A system (101) for implementing redaction rules in compliance with an organization's privacy policy, where the system intercepts messages between an information source (103) and an information destination (102), modifies the message contents based on redaction rules (106) and forwards the redacted contents over to the client. The system also maintains a record of the redacted information and updates the contents of any message submitted by the client (102) in order to maintain database integrity.

Abstract: The dual mode receiver channel select filter includes a filter for a dual mode Bluetooth/Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) receiver portion of a BT/WLAN transceiver. The filter is a 4th order complex filter and is digitally programmable and reconfigurable. Implemented as the channel select filter for dual-mode receivers, the filter adopts low-IF for Bluetooth and zero-IF for WLAN (IEEE 802.11b). It is based on simple active elements, such as current and voltage followers. The center frequency is digitally tuned through programming active current division networks (CDNs).

Abstract: The present application provides hydrogel microcapsules, particularly, canonized hydrogel microcapsules having improved substantivity. This application further relates to the use of hydrogel microcapsules for delivering encapsulated actives in a wide range of industries and applications including: agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics industry, personal care products, laundering detergents, homecare & cleaning products, dish washing detergents, oral care, dental care, textiles, paper, mining, oil industry, water treatment, adhesives, coatings, plastics, sealants, construction, paints, inks and dyes onto different substrate surfaces such as skin, hair, textiles.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable interactive modular selling room that recreates the home environment in a retail business location to help educate the user for sales and training purposes. The plug and play selling system utilizes standard electrical connectors to allow for seamless integration within a store without the need of electricians or construction contractors. Encompassing all five senses in an interactive environment develops an intellectual and emotional connection with the user which allows the product implementation to demonstrate features and value in a more meaningful and engaging manner over traditional retail environments. The computer system implemented inside of the system encompasses an interaction engine which utilizes sensors and monitoring equipment to record and analyze the user to provide real-time responses and also feedback to a central database for future interaction development.

Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus for retroperfusion of tissues and organs. The apparatus comprises a catheter with a proximal end for engaging a supply of the fluid medium, and a distal end having an expandable-contractible chamber for installation into suitable vessels or organs. The expandable-contractible chamber comprises a conduit element having a fluid-filled hollow wall defining a lumen. The conduit element has a first deformable inner-facing section approximate a proximal end of the conduit and a second deformable inner-facing section approximate a distal end of the conduit element. Controlled application of a pressure at a proximal end of the conduit element causes deformation of the conduit into the lumen at its distal end thereby occluding the flow of fluid medium through the catheter. Controlled release of the pressure releases deformation of the fluid-filled conduit at its distal end thereby unblocking the flow of the fluid medium through the catheter.

Abstract: The design process for the surgical plan in orthopedics and/or the design of a personalized cutting guide and/or implant are automated in a workflow frame work. Abstracted rules are scripted through a sequence of operations to alter a bone surface or model for fitting an implant. Using bone information for a specific patient, the proper implant and series of cuts are determined using the rules. A corresponding cutting guide may be fitted to the bone information for the specific patient. Surgical planning of bone replacement implants is performed automatically.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a blue phase liquid crystal composition and to a method of stabilizing a blue phase state of a liquid crystal material. Moreover, the present invention also relates to a method of lowering the operating voltage of a liquid crystal material. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a blue phase liquid crystal material stabilized by the method according to the present invention or having an operating voltage that is lowered by the method according to the present invention. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a liquid crystal cell comprising a blue phase liquid crystal material and to a liquid crystal display comprising a blue phase liquid crystal material. The present invention also relates to a method of broadening the stability temperature range of a liquid crystal material in its blue phase state.

Abstract: A gas turbine engine comprising a nacelle and a breather duct. The breather duct provides communication between a component of the engine within the nacelle and the exterior of the nacelle and opens at an exhaust port on the external surface of the nacelle. There is a clean air outlet slot located downstream of the exhaust port and arranged to expel, in use, a sheet flow of clean air to form an aerodynamic barrier between the external surface of the nacelle and a flow of breather air expelled from the exhaust port.

Abstract: A method for estimating capacity of a battery in an implantable medical device includes obtaining a characteristic curve of voltage versus resistance for the battery, periodically determining voltage and resistance of the battery, and comparing the resistance with a third derivative function of the characteristic curve, the third derivative function having roots representing near depletion of the battery and end of service of the battery, respectively. Remaining time of service of the battery can also be determined by comparing the resistance value with a curve of battery capacity versus resistance for the battery.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a transformer is provided for coupling between a utility connection and a plurality of power cells of a drive system. The transformer may be of a horizontal arrangement and include a housing and a core configured within the housing and having multiple columns each adapted along a horizontal axis. Each column corresponds to a phase, and each phase includes a coil having primary winding and multiple secondary windings concentrically adapted about the column horizontal axis to provide an air gap between adjacent ones of the primary and secondary windings. In addition, the transformer may include a baffler adapted about the core and configured within the housing to prevent air flow at a periphery of the coils and to direct air flow through the air gaps of the coils.