Abstract: A system and method for multiplexing synchronous parallel digital data streams with different clock frequencies into a single data stream while preserving each data stream's timing integrity. A plurality of digital data inputs and corresponding clock inputs are coupled to corresponding FIFOs (First In First Out buffers), which are coupled to a data multiplexer (MUX). Each clock input is coupled to a clock MUX which couples to each FIFO and the data MUX. Finally, a transition state machine is coupled to the clock MUX, the data MUX, and the FIFOs. Each digital data input receives a data stream from a source, such as a digital video camera, while the corresponding clock input concurrently receives a corresponding clock signal. The transition state machine controls the selection of a data stream from the MUXed data streams and the selection of the corresponding clock signal from the MUXed clock signals.

Abstract: An improved method for attaching soft tissue to bone by passing a suture through an opening in the bone, e.g., a transosseous tunnel, and affixing the soft tissue with the suture. The improvement, for preventing the suture from migrating through the bone at the end of the opening, includes placing a eyelet into an end of the bone opening and passing the suture through the eyelet, as well as through the opening in the bone, in order to affix the soft tissue to the bone with the suture.

Abstract: The present invention provides for access systems and methods for identifying an authentic key. An embodiment of the access system includes a key having at least one phosphorescent material, the at least one phosphorescent material being operable to emit at least one response photon; a photon receptor coupled with the key, the photon receptor being configured to sample the at least one response photon and generate a representative signal thereof; and a discrimination analyzer coupled with the photon receptor, the discrimination analyzer being operable to generate a control signal responsive to a comparison of the representative signal and a signature code.

Abstract: An improved method for attaching soft tissue to bone by passing a suture through an opening in the bone, e.g., a transosseous tunnel, and affixing the soft tissue with the suture. The improvement, for preventing the suture from migrating through the bone at the end of the opening, includes placing a eyelet into an end of the bone opening and passing the suture through the eyelet, as well as through the opening in the bone, in order to affix the soft tissue to the bone with the suture.

Abstract: An orthodontic bracket having a base with a front face and spaced tie wings, with a generally central recess provided between the tie wings. With non-metal brackets, a separate jig or insert may be positioned between the tie wings. The jig or insert includes a central recess. The orthodontic brackets are designed to be positioned on an individual's tooth with the aid of a conventional bracket positioning gauge having a guide which is received in the recess of a bracket or the recess of a jig or insert. In alternate embodiments, one or more grooves may be provided between the tie wings to both assist in bracket positioning and to reduce friction between a bracket and the archwire which extends between brackets.

Abstract: An oral therapeutic apparatus and a method of using the oral device for treating a patient undergoing a chemotherapy treatment are disclosed wherein the oral device is formed to be insertable within the patient's mouth and receive a circulated cooling medium to continuously and uniformly cool the patient's oral tissues including the gums, cheeks, tongue, roof and base of the mouth, to prevent the oral tissues from absorbing the chemotherapy agent to thereby prevent inflammation and oral sores.

Abstract: An oral therapeutic apparatus and a method of using the oral device for treating a patient undergoing a chemotherapy treatment are disclosed wherein the oral device is formed to be insertable within the patient's mouth and receive a circulated cooling medium to continuously and uniformly cool the patient's oral tissues including the gums, cheeks, tongue, roof and base of the mouth, to prevent the oral tissues from absorbing the chemotherapy agent to thereby prevent inflammation and oral sores.

Abstract: An expert system for determining the likelihood of failure of a unit in a computer system. The operating system of the computer system maintains a log of the errors occurring for each unit in the computer system. If a predetermine number of errors have been entered in the log for a specific unit, the expert system retrieves the error entries relating to that unit and processes them to determine whether a failure is likely to occur. In this, the processing performed by the expert system is arranged so that tests relating to components of increasing particularity, and decreasing generality, are performed after the tests relating to more general components.

Abstract: A solution or gel for use in etching the surfaces of teeth in preparation for the application of dental restoratives. This etchant contains phosphoric acid in an amount not to exceed approximately 5% by weight.

Abstract: An expert system for determining the likelihood of failure of a unit in a computer system. The operating system of the computer system maintains a log of the errors occurring for each unit in the computer system. If a predetermined number of errors have been entered in the log for a specific unit, the expert system retrieves the error entries relating to that unit and processes them to determine whether a failure is likely to occur. In this, the processing performed by the expert system is arranged so that tests relating to components of increasing particularity, and decreasing generality, are performed after the tests relating to more general components.

Abstract: A solution or gel for use in etching the surface of teeth in preparation for the bonding of ceramic orthodontic brackets and which contains phosphoric acid in an amount not be exceed approximately 5% by weight of the solution or gel compound.

Abstract: A method of direct or indirect bonding orthodontic brackets including metal, ceramic, sapphire, plastic and other clear brackets to teeth utilizing light curable polymer bonding agent compounds which are sufficiently viscous in an uncured state to retain a bracket in an applied position on the tooth until the bonding agent is cured and which bonding agents are curable within approximately twenty (20) seconds or less, by directing a visible and/or ultraviolet light source between the base of the bracket and the tooth to thereby thoroughly and securely bond the bracket to the tooth in the desired position. The method subsequently permits the bracket to be removed simultaneously with most of the bonding agent attached thereto thereby facilitating tooth cleaning following bracket removal.

Abstract: A method of direct or indirect bonding orthodontic brackets including those having imperforate metal or opaque bases to teeth utilizing light curable polymer bonding agent compounds which are sufficiently viscous in an uncured state to retain a bracket in an applied position on the tooth until the bonding agent is cured and which bonding agents are curable within approximately twenty (20) seconds, by directing a visible and/or ultraviolet light source between the base of the bracket and the tooth to thereby thoroughly and securely bond the bracket to the tooth in the desired position. The method subsequently permits the bracket to be removed simultaneously with most of the bonding agent attached thereto thereby facilitating tooth cleaning following bracket removal.

Abstract: A storable table attachment top comprising a generally rectangular planar top member preferably of decrative wall paneling material as its surface, with said top member attached by its base to the upper surface of a generally rectangular base frame with said top member extending beyond said base frame on three and a fourth side flush with a side of said base frame thereat, a recessed projection provided laterally at the said base frame adjacent to said fourth side to provide a finger grip with said projection forming a back wall to the base of said frame to its end with said end a part of said back wall thereat providing primary support for said attachable table top in its stored position.

Abstract: What is disclosed herein is a constructive set of methods that are ecologically tuned to use and provide, inexpensively, more extensive utilization of cabinets already installed in most living modes and accommodations. By utilizing a bracket supportive procedure and constructed from channel structured material in right angles or the like and using a plurality of translucent elongated and vertically spaced shelves in combination with a typically or such constructed stove hood, exhaust pipe, and previously installed cabinets far greater use of the kitchen area will be realized. Upon utilization of my invention and at a mere fraction of the cost of new cabinets, the kitchen decor will be substantially enhanced. The utility in the kitchen will be more practical and approximately nine square feet of counter space will be realized plus; approximately fifteen cubic feet of cabinet space at the working level.

Abstract: An interior door knob security cinch loop comprising, a rectangular shaped plate bent at appointed and spaced apart relationship to form a vertical back with a top and base horizontal extensions wherein, said top has a triangularly shaped eyelet extending upward from said top and open vertically of said horizontal top. The base extension extends beyond said top extension slightly and has its forward edge diagonally planed inward to form a chisel edge and the inner said base has a predetermined number of inwardly punched out, triangularly shaped, grip points facing the vertical back of said plate. A wire of high tensile strength is threaded through the aforesaid eyelet and the ends of said wire are secured together to form an extended loop. A metal plate formed in the shape of a vertical rectangle which is inwardly open and having a retainer shaft extending from said rectangular side horizontally to house an anchor hook and/or a combination anchor device which uses a circular elastic loop.

Abstract: Apparatus for irradiating a surface, for example, for irradiating a photopolymer printing roll with ultra-violet light. The apparatus utilizes elongated radiation sources with individual reflectors directing the radiation to crossed planar mirror systems which re-direct the radiation toward the printing roll. The part of the mounting means for each radiation source at the end of the source between the sources is shielded from its respective mirror system by the rear surface of the other mirror system to expose the roll to substantially uniform intensity of radiation along substantially the entire length of the roll.

Abstract: Animal grooming device comprising, a hexagonally-shaped flat top with a downwardly extending skirt from said top and forward extensions with said skirt having disposed circular apertures, extended triangular slots in combination with alternately placed triangular notches, a center strip with the aforesaid apertures, slots and notches attached to said top to provide two horizontal open suction chambers, a rearward closed skirt casing comprising, an attachable cylindrical nozzle and a forward facing triangular plate having laterally-placed triangular notches.

Abstract: An apparatus for constricting or closing a conduit comprises a pair of generally parallel clamp frames opening in the same direction and disposed at a separation such as to accommodate the conduit between them, the clamp frames being formed in one side of their opening with a recess in which fits a stationary clamp member and being secured on their other side to a fluid operated ram that actuates a movable clamp member towards the stationary clamp member. After operation of the ram the two clamp members are fastened together, eg by bolts, and then the ram is retracted. The clamp members can then be removed from the clamp frames.