Abstract: For analyzing a sample containing particles of at least two categories, such as a sample containing blood cells, a particle counter subject to a detection limit is coupled with an analyzer capable of discerning particle number ratios, such as a visual analyzer, and a processor. A first category of particles can be present beyond detection range limits while a second category of particles is present within respective detection range limits. The concentration of the second category of particles is determined by the particle counter. A ratio of counts of the first category to the second category is determined on the analyzer. The concentration of particles in the first category is calculated on the processor based on the ratio and the count or concentration of particles in the second category.

Abstract: A thermosetting composition comprising a crosslinkable component such as a vinyl ester and/or an unsaturated polyester, and an initiator component, such as cumene hydroperoxide or BPO or blends of cumene hydroperoxide and methyl ethyl ketone peroxide. The composition is suitable to be used in additive manufacturing to form objects such as molds or prototypes.

Abstract: Provided herein are synthetic P. vivax antigens, antibodies and pharmaceutical formulations and vaccines thereof. Also provided herein are methods of treating and/or preventing Plasmodium infection and/or disease by administering the synthetic P. vivax antigens, antibodies and pharmaceutical formulations and vaccines thereof.

Abstract: A packet network node and method of operating a packet network node are disclosed. Conventional packet network nodes react to congestion in the packet network by dropping packets in a manner which is perceived by users to be indiscriminate. In embodiments of the present invention, communication sources precede communications with a start packet which contains a communication identifier also carried within subsequent packets of the communication. The packet network node makes an entry in a vulnerable communications table (6.4) on receipt of such a start packet. After an amount of time, and often before the cessation of a communication, such entries are removed from the vulnerable communications table. On the onset of congestion, the packet network node disclosed herein deletes packets in communications identified in the vulnerable communications table.

Abstract: A vehicle interior storage compartment includes a recess formed in a vehicle headliner. The recess has a peripheral edge, and a surface of the headliner within the recess defines at least one wall of a storage compartment. A storage compartment cover is attached about a portion of the peripheral edge of the recess. An edge of the storage compartment cover and a portion of the peripheral edge of the recess are spaced apart and define a storage compartment opening therebetween.

Abstract: A vehicle trim component includes a substrate defining at least one wall of a storage compartment. The substrate has an edge surface which defines an opening into the storage compartment. A semi-rigid member extends outward of the edge surface and at least partially covers the opening to define a storage compartment closure. The semi-rigid member is manually deflectable between a closed position and an open position.

Abstract: A grab handle assembly (10) includes a grab handle (12) that is configured for vehicle occupant gripping and a single bracket (14). The grab handle (12) has a first set of attachment points (110). The bracket (14) has a second set of attachment points (114), which are configured to mechanically couple to the first set of attachment points (110). A first set of fasteners (19) is configured to attach the bracket (14) to the grab handle (12). A second set of fasteners (30) is configured to attach the bracket (14) to a vehicle structural member (28).

Abstract: In a broadband switching system for the switching of asynchronously transferred cells of data, a dynamic bandwidth controller (DBC) controls the application of data cells at an input port of the system, the data cells being supplied by a number of transmitting end-stations. The DBC detects incoming cells, identifies the source of the cells, provides buffering for the cells, and controls the output of the cells to the system switches according to a current cell rate (CR) assigned to the cells from the respective source. The system also includes a connection admission (CAC) module which determines bandwidth available in the system. The DBC and CAC operate together to maintain a permanent virtual path of a predetermined minimum bandwidth through the system and allocate additional bandwidth on demand up to a maximum. The additional bandwidth allocated to the path can be automatically removed or reduced of it is not used by the source.

Abstract: A mount assembly and method are provided for securing a component to an interior mounting surface in a vehicle having a sunroof. Initially, a sunroof frame is provided. The sunroof frame includes a cross-member disposed laterally relative to a longitudinal axis of the vehicle. The component is then attached to the cross-member of the sunroof frame such that the cross-member supports the weight of the component.

Abstract: A mount assembly and method are provided for securing a component to an interior mounting surface in a vehicle having a sunroof. Initially, a sunroof frame is provided. The sunroof frame includes a cross-member disposed laterally relative to a longitudinal axis of the vehicle. The component is then attached to the cross-member of the sunroof frame such that the cross-member supports the weight of the component.

Abstract: A packet network node and method of operating a packet network node are disclosed. Conventional packet network nodes react to congestion in the packet network by dropping packets in a manner which is perceived by users to be indiscriminate. In embodiments of the present invention, communication sources precede communications with a start packet which contains a communication identifier also carried within subsequent packets of the communication. The packet network node makes an entry in a vulnerable communications table (6.4) on receipt of such a start packet. After an amount of time, and often before the cessation of a communication, such entries are removed from the vulnerable communications table. On the onset of congestion, the packet network node disclosed herein deletes packets in communications identified in the vulnerable communications table.

Abstract: In a broadband switching system for the switching of asynchronously transferred cells of data, a dynamic bandwidth controller (DBC) controls the application of data cells to an input port of the system. The data cells are supplied by a number of transmitting end-systems. When an end-system begins transmitting data cells, the DBC detects the presence of incoming cells and requests bandwidth from a connection admission control (CAC) forming part of the system. The switching system stores a table associating a number of signal sources connected to the input port with respective predetermined maximum transmission times and maximum transmission rates for the sources. When arrival of cells at the input port from one of the source is detected, the DBC and CAC operate together to allocate sufficient bandwidth in the switching system to allow the respective message size to be transmitted within the respective maximum transmission time. A guaranteed minimum rate of transmission is also guaranteed for the source.

Abstract: In a broadband switching system for the switching of asynchronously transferred cells of data, a dynamic bandwidth controller (DBC) controls the application of data cells to an input port of the system. Data cells are supplied by a number of transmitting end-systems. When an end-system begins transmitting data cells, the DBC detects the presence of incoming cells and requests bandwidth from a connection admission control (CAC) forming part of the system. The switching system stores a table associating a number of signal sources connected to the ingress with respective predetermined transmission bandwidths and, preferably also, maximum delay times. When arrival of cells from one of the sources at the input port is detected, the DBC sends a request signal for the relevant predetermined bandwidth to the CAC and delays transmission of the cells until at least the predetermined bandwidth is allocated.

Abstract: A broadband switching network is shown having a plurality of interconnected switching units arranged to transfer cells asynchronously therebetween. A switch control establishes connections for the asynchronous transmission of these cells between ports. A bandwidth control detects the rate at which cells are supplied to an input port; and, in response, requests switch control to allocate bandwidth to the connection. When bandwidth has not been allocated, received cells are downgraded or rejected by a usage control device. The usage control device only allows high priority cells to remain as such when bandwidth has been allocated. The network facilitates logical connections to be established without dial-up procedures. However, customers may be charged in terms of their actual usage made of the network.

Abstract: A communications system including a node connected via an ATM connection to a cell Synchronization and Recovery Unit. This allows a number of lower bit rate paths (e.g. n.times.64 kbit/s) to be utilized via a switching center. Another synchronization and recovery unit is connected through an ATM link to a selected recipient interface. A method is provided in which distinct first header portions in idle cells are used to determine the cyclic order in which the ATM cell portions are transmitted down paths and to determine the delay experienced through the paths in order to reconstruct the cells from the portions received from the respective paths. The units determine the delay experienced through the paths and reconstruct cells from the portions passed through respective paths. A personal identification number can be assigned a customer to allow access from one of a number of points and to select a desired service via a control point.

Abstract: A system for mobile communication includes a number of base stations 10, 13, 16, 20, 23, 26 with users 30, 31, 45 and 46. Associated with each base station is an interface unit 10a, 13a, 16a, 20a, 23a and 26a which packetises voice information and includes header information concerning user and destination addresses. These interface units tracks the movement of the various user by passing control blocks from interface unit to interface unit. Packets are routed via routing block 40 or 41 and switches 50-52. The stored information within the base station interfaces allows movement from one base station to allow to be handled without call loss.

Abstract: A bidirectional broadband and telephony network is controllable from an exchange or head end of the network. An optical fiber (16 ) carries the telephone services to customers' premises (30, 31) via passive optical splitters (17, 18). Telephony is provided on one wavelength, broadcast TV on a second wavelength, and bidirectional asynchronous time division information on another wavelength using ATD techniques. Time-slots are allocated for information packets so they can travel without interference to and from receiving stations and the round trip delay between stations is adjusted to achieve this whilst maintaining minimum bandwidth requirements. Dynamic allocation of spare capacity is provided for bursty services.

Abstract: A communications network comprises a plurality of stations which can communicate via a ring. Information is transmitted from one station to another in message blocks which circulate around the ring. The message blocks include control bits and a protocol is employed which ensures that no one station can monopolize the available message blocks. At any of the stations, an emptying block is utilized by that station as a reallocation trial slot and places its own address therein for passage round the ring. On its return a system reset is instigated to allow all stations to be reallocated blocks.

Abstract: A communications network comprises a plurality of stations which can communicate via a ring. Information is transmitted from one station to another in message blocks which circulate around the ring. The message blocks include control bits and a protocol is employed which ensures that no one station can monopolize the available message blocks. Also described is a technique which allows each station independently to assess the current spare capacity of the network. A link multiplexer may be used in conjunction with rings and incorporates a similar protocol. It provides access to a link to queues of message blocks provided queue thresholds have not been reached.

Abstract: A communication network comprises a number of slotted rings which interconnect nodes so that information is carried between nodes in the form of slot sized packets on each ring. Each node includes controller for controlling the maximum acces delay experienced by packets belonging to the synchronous services, and selector for allowing any synchronous connection to utilize the first available ring for transmission of packets.