Abstract: A constrained linear spring can increase a spring rate of a linear spring. A constrained linear spring includes a linear spring element having a first end and extends in a first direction to a second end, with one or more undulations extending in a second direction transverse to the first direction. The linear spring element has a first spring rate when compressed in the second direction with the first and second ends unconstrained. The constrained linear spring also includes a constraining element dimensioned to contact the first and second ends and a least one undulation of the linear spring element when the linear sprint element is uncompressed. The constrained linear spring element of the constrained linear spring has a second spring rate higher than the first spring rate when compressed in the second direction that can be useful to counteract a forward overturning moment in an airfoil of a vane.

Abstract: An observation chamber for three-dimensional kinematic profiling of subject animals. One example system for analyzing free-moving animal subject behavior includes a housing, a transparent arena configured to hold a subject, a camera mounted below the arena, and a mirror system configured to reflect multiple images of the subject in a single field of view of the camera. A height of the housing is less than 80 inches, and a width of the housing is less than 32 inches. The system fits within standard doorway dimensions.

Abstract: An observation chamber for three-dimensional kinematic profiling of subject animals. One example system for analyzing free-moving animal subject behavior includes a housing, a transparent arena configured to hold a subject, a camera mounted below the arena, and a mirror system configured to reflect multiple images of the subject in a single field of view of the camera. A height of the housing is less than 80 inches, and a width of the housing is less than 32 inches. The system fits within standard doorway dimensions.

Abstract: Methods of identifying and selecting subjects for treatment with a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) composition are provided. Methods of treatment with the LMWH compositions are also provided.

Abstract: A method for managing a database comprises receiving a data record comprising a plurality of interface labels. The method continues by identifying in the data record a particular interface label and an associated label position. The method continues by storing the identified interface label and the associated label position in a first file. The method continues by scanning from the first file a particular interface label. The method continues by determining a mapping label that corresponds to the scanned interface label. The method continues by associating in a second file the determined mapping label with the scanned interface label. The method continues by identifying a test value associated with the determined mapping label. The method concludes by inputting the test value into the data record, wherein the test value is input according to the identified label position.

Abstract: A method for managing a database comprises associating at least one test value with at least one data field. The method continues by inputting the at least one test value into a database wherein the at least one test value is stored in a first position in the database and the first position is associated with a first position identifier. The method continues by retrieving from the database the at least one test value. The method continues by determining the first position identifier associated with the at least one test value. The method concludes by generating a field map comprising the at least one data field associated with the first position identifier.

Abstract: A structural joint includes inner preforms 20, 22 and outer preforms 24, 26 of material. The outer preform has legs 38, 40 that extend longitudinally and laterally from a fold 42. The inner preforms project longitudinally past the fold to define a spar 44. A wing, such as wings 50, 52, 54, 56, extends from the spar. The spar and wing cooperate with a substructure to resist separation of the spar and wing from the substructure. The joint is described in the context of a duct, such as a turbine engine inlet duct, but may be used in other applications.

Abstract: A method for providing access to dealer data stored in a dealer management system comprises entering into a service agreement with a customer interested in access to current dealer data. The method continues by arranging for the dealer data to be remotely collected from the dealer management system and stored in a remote facility using a public network. The method concludes by permitting the customer to access the remote facility to retrieve the stored dealer data.

Abstract: A method for remotely collecting data from a dealer management system comprises remotely connecting to a dealer management system from a remote system coupled to the dealer management system over a public network, wherein the dealer management system includes stored dealer data. The method continues by collecting a current set of data from the stored dealer data. The method continues by comparing the current set of data with a previously collected set of data to determine if there are any differences between the sets of data. If there are differences between the sets of data, the method continues by replacing the previously collected set of data with the current set of data and by updating a database with the identified differences in data, wherein the updated database includes collected data that is a near real-time replica of data stored in the dealer management system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fluid control system and associated methods. The fluid control system includes a source of a pressurized fluid and a first spool valve having at least two positions, wherein the first spool valve is connected in fluid communication with the source of the pressurized fluid. The fluid control system further includes a second spool valve having at least two positions, wherein the second spool valve is connected in fluid communication with the first spool valve and the source of the pressurized fluid. When the first spool valve is in a first position and the second spool valve is in a second position, a first portion of the pressurized fluid is directed from the source of the pressurized fluid to the second spool valve via the first spool valve.

Abstract: A pumping system comprising a motor, wherein the motor has an operating speed, a pump coupled to the motor, wherein the pump has a volumetric displacement, a fluid end coupled to the pump, wherein the fluid end is operable to draw fluid from an input and provide fluid to an output, and a control system operable to regulate the motor and the pump in order to provide fluid to the output at a selected pressure and flow rate within a continuous range of pressures and flow rates between the peak horsepower output and peak torque output of the motor.

Abstract: A method includes invoking a computer application that operates on a computer that is capable of data communication with a dealer management system. The computer includes a software module with at least one control component for interfacing the computer application with the dealer management system. The computer application includes a data interface for receiving an identifier that is associated with data stored in the dealer management system. The identifier is entered into the computer application using the data interface and provided to the control component. The control component is operable to execute instructions for extracting at least a portion of the data associated with the identifier from the dealer management system, wherein the data is extracted in real-time from a database layer of the dealer management system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an integrally bladed rotor for use in a gas turbine engine. The integrally bladed rotor comprises a plurality of pairs of airfoil blades. Each pair of blades has a spar which extends from a first tip of a first one of the airfoil blades in the pair to a second tip of a second one of the airfoil blades in the pair. The rotor further comprises an outer shroud integrally joined to the first and second tips in each pair of airfoil blades and an inner diameter hub.

Abstract: A method for remotely collecting data from a dealer management system includes identifying a dealer management system that is coupled to a secure data access port. The secure data access port is also coupled to a public network, and the dealer management system is coupled to at least one client device and is operable to process dealer initiated transactions from the client device. A remote system remotely connects to the dealer management system using the public network. The remote connection is a public connection established through the secure data access port, and the secure data access port is operable to pass remote transactions received from the remote system to the dealer management system. A remote transaction is forwarded from the remote system to the dealer management system. The remote transaction includes a request for stored data and is given a priority level by the dealer management system that is similar to client initiated transactions.