Abstract: Scalable, parallel (i.e., concurrent) processing of messages is provided from a message queue, while at the same time enforcing sequencing within a stream. Dependencies among messages can therefore be respected. The criteria for determining which messages form a stream are not required to be known to the message dispatcher, which receives a stream name and determines whether another message in that named stream is already being processed. If so, the dispatcher determines whether the invoker should wait temporarily, or should be given a different message that was previously blocked and has now become available for processing, or should be instructed to retrieve a different message from the message queue.

Abstract: Scalable, parallel (i.e., concurrent) processing of messages is provided from a message queue, while at the same time enforcing sequencing within a stream. Dependencies among messages can therefore be respected. The criteria for determining which messages form a stream are not required to be known to the message dispatcher, which receives a stream name and determines whether another message in that named stream is already being processed. If so, the dispatcher determines whether the invoker should wait temporarily, or should be given a different message that was previously blocked and has now become available for processing, or should be instructed to retrieve a different message from the message queue.

Abstract: A business intelligence (BI) system which includes the ability to extend its functionality outside of the project life cycle by means of specific content. Complex multidimensional queries are interpreted as trees of atomic sub-expressions that are combined in a parse-tree-like structure to form the overall query. Each sub tree is valid in isolation when provided with the proper context. Any sub tree can be an expression template, stored as application content, which at generation time uses simple text substitution with instance specific parameters to produce multidimensional expression syntax. The system includes a sophisticated type system and semantic layer that hides the user from the complexities inherent in working with OLAP databases. A business intelligence expert can provide type and semantic cues for each expression template, held as content.

Abstract: A method and system for preserving privacy related to networked media consumption activity including: Source privacy zones are defined and associated with privacy standards. Privacy standards include frequency criteria governing the storage of datasets including information associated with networked media consumption activity collected from the source privacy zone. Transaction requests including a networking protocol address are received over a network from a client device at a target location by a networked privacy system. The source privacy zone associated with the client device is identified. Using the networking protocol address to access characteristics having characteristic value(s), a dataset can be created including associating the networked media consumption activity with the characteristic and characteristic value(s). The dataset is pre-processed to comply with the privacy standards. The networking protocol address is discarded.

Abstract: Apparatus for integrating a new subsystem with an existing computing architecture, the apparatus includes a first physical interface for receiving data from the existing computing apparatus, a second physical interface for outputting data to the new subsystem; a processing means, and memory having stored thereon a first software module, a plurality of other software modules, and a first stored configuration, wherein the first software module, when executed by the processing means, is configured to read the first stored configuration and to cause the processing means to load a combination of ones of the plurality of other software modules, the combination of ones of the plurality of other software modules and a first subset of the combination of ones of the plurality of other software modules being defined by the first stored configuration, the first subset of the combination being operable, when executed by the processing means, to transform data received at the first physical interface into a form that is co

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: A golf cart altered such that the occupants are protected against the effect of lightning strikes comprises an electrically conductive grid (23 & 23a) on the roof, preferably star shaped, connected electrically to electrically conductive down-conductors, preferably at least 6 in number, four of which may be the roof supports (16 & 24) and the other two (18) moveable to allow ease of access to the golf cart and each to be connected to a plurality of flexible electrically conductive members (26) so as to touch the ground, preferably via a metal chassis. The movable electrically conductive members are connected to at least one of the roof or the base construction by a bearing. The invention defines a protective electrically conductive cage enclosing the golf cart and surrounding its occupants with improved rigidity, safety and practicality.

Abstract: A system and a method store a data storage device, and a method manufactures the system for storing the data storage device. The system has a base made from a foam material with a first side and a second side. The base has one or more slots and/or a hole which extend from the first side of the base through the base to the second side of the base. The data storage device is insertable into and/or is received by one of the slots of the base for storing and/or for displaying the data storage device with the base. A first edge and/or a second edge of the slot in the base abuts sides of the data storage device within the slot of the base. The first edge and/or the second edge holds, connects and/or attaches the data storage device to the slot of the base. A layer is attachable and/or is connectable to the first side of the base for receiving and/or for displaying indicia on the base.

Abstract: Failures are tolerated in an environment in which a plurality of traffic management systems are coordinated to manage the supply of data to and from a plurality of clients via a plurality of network addresses. Each functional traffic management system is responsible for at least one network address, and each functional traffic management system periodically transmits a signal to each of the other traffic management systems to confirm functionality. Each of the traffic management systems creates and maintains configuration data that specifies the responsibility of traffic management systems for network addresses dependent upon the status of each of the traffic management systems. Each of the traffic management systems responds to a failure of any of the traffic management systems by taking responsibility for certain network addresses as prescribed by the configuration data.

Abstract: A work scheduling method utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) which communicates with a work order database and a labor pool database, each having a plurality of entries therein. A resource leveling program accesses the entries in the databases and applies an order of fire to the entries to utilize available manpower in a manner which at least attempts to achieve plant success through the provision of at least a draft work schedule. After running the resource level program, the preferred embodiment allows user input to affect at least portions of the order of fire to allow modification and an ability to rerun the program.

Abstract: A leaf removal system of the blower-vac type is disclosed which allows the user to minimize down-time during the process of leaf and debris removal. The user can work productively removing leaves and other debris for a longer time before needing to empty or replace the debris bag.

Abstract: A filter cartridge comprises a filter medium including a plurality of layers of a spunbond nonwoven fabric of continuous filaments. The filter medium may also include one or more additional layers such as a thermal or resin bonded carded nonwoven fabric, a hydroentangled nonwoven fabric or a fabric formed from caustic cotton fibers. The filter medium is formed into a pleated configuration. The filter medium may suitably comprise from 2 to 15 layers of the nonwoven fabric that are bonded to one another to form a relatively stiff multi-layer structure. The overall thickness of the filter medium is preferably from 0.25 to 3 mm.

Abstract: A snow plow includes a primary moldboard and auxiliary plow positioned behind the primary moldboard. The snow plow may be a one-way or reversible snow plow. In the later case, the primary moldboard and auxiliary plow are attached to a drive frame that is rotatable about a frame. The frame is secured to the front of a vehicle by a frame and bracket, and controlled by hydraulic mechanisms. The auxiliary plow is operated independently of the moldboard by a pair of hydraulic cylinders and includes tines or a resilient blade for clearing snow and ice that is not taken up by the primary moldboard. The device also includes a mechanism whereby the scraping edge of the secondary plow follows the same path as the scraping edge of moldboard by sliding movement of the secondary plow relative to the drive frame, and the blade of the auxiliary plow may be formed by tines or a resilient blade.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of printing documents comprising a plurality of pages sourced from a computer network. The methods provide a zoom property attribute to scale the document (FIG. 10). In one implementation a preview window (1702,1703) is displayed which shows the pages in the document scaled based on the zoom property attribute. A user selection (1701), within the preview window, is then determined for the pages of the scaled document. A subset (1804 cf. 1802) of the pages according to the user selection are then printed. In another implementation it is determined whether an amount of content (1008) on a last page of a scaled multi-page document (1002), which is scaled based on the zoom property attribute, is less than a predetermined amount. When the amount of content (1008) is less than the predetermined amount, the scaled multi-page document is further scaled down to fit to a nearest whole page. The further scaled multi-page document (1010) may then be printed.

Abstract: A system and a method store a data storage device, and a method manufactures the system for storing the data storage device. The system has a base made from a foam material with a first side and a second side. The base has one or more slots and/or a hole which extend from the first side of the base through the base to the second side of the base. The data storage device is insertable into and/or is received by one of the slots of the base for storing and/or for displaying the data storage device with the base. A first edge and/or a second edge of the slot in the base abuts sides of the data storage device within the slot of the base. The first edge and/or the second edge holds, connects and/or attaches the data storage device to the slot of the base. A layer is attachable and/or is connectable to the first side of the base for receiving and/or for displaying indicia on the base.

Abstract: An electro-kinetic electro-static air conditioner that can include a self-contained ion generator that provides electro-kinetically moved air with ions. The ion generator can include a high voltage pulse generator whose output pulses are coupled between first and second electrode arrays. An air conditioner device can include a first electrode array and a second electrode array. Self-cleaning mechanisms are disclosed including a mechanism that cleans the electrode(s) in a first electrode array having a length of material that projects from a movable member in the housing towards the first electrode array. As a user moves the second electrode array up or down within the conditioner housing, the electrode(s) in the first array is frictionally cleaned.