Abstract: A method for referencing image data. Preferred methods include methods for linking, characterizing, searching, and navigating the image data, as aids to reviewing the image data.

Abstract: A multi-enabled clock gating circuit reduces clock enable setup time. In one example, the multi-enabled clock gating circuit comprises an OAI logic gate and a clock enable control circuit. The OAI logic gate is configured to generate a gated clock signal by inverting an input clock signal responsive to one of a timing-sensitive clock enable signal and a timing-insensitive clock enable signal being active. The clock enable control circuit is configured to prevent the OAI logic gate from receiving the timing-insensitive clock enable signal responsive to the timing-sensitive clock enable signal being active. In one or more embodiments, a multi-enabled clock gating circuit having reduced clock enable setup time may be included in an integrated circuit for implementing clock gating during different operating modes of the integrated circuit.

Abstract: A liquid detergent composition contains greater than 5% by weight of surfactant and an encapsulate containing greater than 10% by weight of active material in a hydrated cross-linked anionic gum matrix. The anionic gum is preferably an alginate. The active material is preferably a fragrance. The detergent composition is particularly suitable for use as a laundry liquid.

Abstract: A multiple-axis imaging system having individually-adjustable optical elements and a method for individually adjusting optical elements of the system. The system comprises a plurality of optical elements having respective optical axes and being individually disposed with respect to one another to image respective sections of an object, and a plurality of individually-operable positioning devices corresponding to respective optical elements for positioning the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The positioning devices are specifically adapted to adjust the axial position, lateral position and angular orientation of the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The system is particularly adapted for use as a microscope array, and the positioning devices may be micro-actuators.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of preventing and/or reducing malodours in an environment, comprising use of an encapsulated perfume, the perfume being encapsulated in capsules comprising perfume in an amount greater than 4% by weight of capsule, and an anionic gum, the method comprising the step of placing the capsules in gaseous contact with the environment, such that perfume released from the capsules prevents and/or reduces malodour in the environment. The capsules typically demonstrate efficient and consistent perfume release over an extended period of time e.g. up to about 85 days and conveniently provide a visual indication of expiration by a change in colour an size during use until a defined end point, when capsule life is exhausted. Also disclosed is a capsule including an emulsifying agent selected from non-ionic surfactants and/or anionic surfactants.

Abstract: A multiple-axis imaging system having individually-adjustable optical elements and a method for individually adjusting optical elements of the system. The system comprises a plurality of optical elements having respective optical axes and being individually disposed with respect to one another to image respective sections of an object, and a plurality of individually-operable positioning devices corresponding to respective optical elements for positioning the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The positioning devices are specifically adapted to adjust the axial position, lateral position and angular orientation of the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The system is particularly adapted for use as a microscope array, and the positioning devices may be micro-actuators.

Abstract: A method and a flip-flop is disclosed in which power consumption is reduced in a standby mode. In a first aspect, the flip-flop comprises a first latch adapted to be coupled to a first power supply and a second latch coupled to the first latch and adapted to be coupled to a second power supply. The first and second power supplies are independently controllable to minimize power consumption in a standby mode. In a second aspect, a method for minimizing the power consumption of a flip-flop is also disclosed. The flip-flop includes a first latch and a second latch coupled thereto. The method comprises providing a first independently controllable power supply coupled to the master latch; and providing a second independently controllable power supply coupled to the slave latch. The method further includes reducing the voltage of at least one of the first and second power supplies responsive to the detection of a power saving mode.

Abstract: A method and a flip-flop is disclosed in which power consumption is reduced in a standby mode. In a first aspect, the flip-flop comprises a first latch adapted to be coupled to a first power supply and a second latch coupled to the first latch and adapted to be coupled to a second power supply. The first and second power supplies are independently controllable to minimize power consumption in a standby mode. In a second aspect, a method for minimizing the power consumption of a flip-flop is also disclosed. The flip-flop includes a first latch and a second latch coupled thereto. The method comprises providing a first independently controllable power supply coupled to the master latch; and providing a second independently controllable power supply coupled to the slave latch. The method further includes reducing the voltage of at least one of the first and second power supplies responsive to the detection of a power saving mode.

Abstract: A method for referencing image data. Preferred methods include methods for linking, characterizing, searching, and navigating the image data, as aids to reviewing the image data.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for acquiring images from a multiple axis imaging system. A data processing device is provided for receiving image data as it is read out of an imaging array, reorganizing the data, and otherwise processing it, for storage or in memory or transmission for display. The imaging system scans an object with an array of imaging elements having corresponding detectors for capturing the images. The data processing device reorganizes the data so that the data order corresponds to spatial locations of the respective object regions. The data may be transmitted in correct order for display of an image of the entire object, or may be mapped to a memory for rapid access and display of the image. Image processing may also take place prior to transmission or storage of the data. Data processing may be divided among a number of different processors. The data processor may be compressed for transmission.

Abstract: Perfume is absorbed within organic polymer particles which have a further polymer at their exterior. The further polymer incorporates free hydroxyl groups and serves to promote deposition of the particles from a wash or rinse liquor. The further polymer may be part of an encapsulating shell, but more conveniently is used as a stabilizer during polymerization of the particles. Highly hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol is preferred.

Abstract: Perfume is absorbed within organic polymer particles which have a further polymer at their exterior. The further polymer incorporates free hydroxyl groups and serves to promote deposition of the particles from a wash or rinse liquor. The further polymer may be part of an encapsulating shell, but more conveniently is used as a stabiliser during polymerisation of the particles. Highly hydrolysed polyvinyl alcohol is preferred.