Abstract: A tool joint part 18 has a PIC 19 incorporated therein for storing data which can be used to identify the tool 12 to which the joint part is interconnected. Further PICs (32 FIG. 2) are incorporated into tool conditioning circuits 23A, B and C. An intermediate circuit 20 operates to match the identity stored digitally in the PIC 19 with the identity stored digitally in the PIC 32 and thereby connect the tool to the appropriate tool conditioning circuit 23A, B or C.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising Compound (I), characterised in that the composition comprises 2 to 12 mg of Compound (I) in a pharmaceutically acceptable form and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier therefor, the use of such a composition in medicine, processes for the preparation of such a composition and intermediate composition useful in such a process.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising Compound (I), characterised in that the composition comprises 2 to 12 mg of Compound (I) in a pharmaceutically acceptable form and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier therefor, the use of such a composition in medicine, processes for the preparation of such a composition and intermediate composition useful in such a process.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising Compound (I), characterised in that the composition comprises 2 to 12 mg of Compound (I) in a pharmaceutically acceptable form and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier therefor, the use of such a composition in medicine, processes for the preparation of such a composition and intermediate composition useful in such a process.

Abstract: The invention provides a gasoline composition comprising a major amount of a gasoline suitable for use in a spark ignition engine; 5 to 1000 ppmw, based on total composition, of a fatty acid salt of an alkoxylated oligoamine of general formula I 1

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising Compound (1), characterised in that the composition comprises 2 to 12 mg of Compound (1) in a pharmaceutically acceptable form and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier therefor, the use of such a composition in medicine, processes for the preparation of such a composition and intermediate composition useful in such a process.

Abstract: Apparatus for assisting a firefighter in descending from an elevated position comprises a bag having a permanently closed end and an open end selectively secured by a pair of snaps. A length of rope has one end secured to a first loop permanently attached to the inside of the bag at the permanently closed end and the other end secured to a carabineer. A second loop has opposite ends affixed in spaced relation to the exterior of the bag at the permanently closed end. The bag, with the rope and carabineer disposed therein, may be carried on a harness worn by the firefighter by passing the second loop around an exposed portion of the harness and passing the bag through the loop. Alternatively, the bag may be carried in a bunker pants pocket of the firefighter's protective clothing with the second loop extending through the open, upper end of the pocket and draped outside thereof.

Abstract: An improved inlet tube is positioned within an aperture through the device to allow the passage of ions from the ion source, through the improved inlet tube, and into the interior of the device. The inlet tube is designed with a larger end and a smaller end wherein the larger end has a larger interior diameter than the interior diameter of the smaller end. The inlet tube is positioned within the aperture such that the larger end is pointed towards the ion source, to receive ions therefrom, and the smaller end is directed towards the interior of the device, to deliver the ions thereto. Preferably, the ion source utilized in the operation of the present invention is a standard electrospray ionization source. Similarly, the present invention finds particular utility in conjunction with analytical devices such as mass spectrometers.

Abstract: An apparatus for assesing and measuring, in tee dimensions, foot and lower limb abnormalities for example as shown in FIG. 1 comprises a rear plate intended to support a rear part of a patient's foot, in use, the rear plate being pivotable in both the frontal and sagittal planes, and a front plate intended to support a front part of the patient's foot, the front plate being pivotable in the frontal plane independently of the rear plate.

Abstract: Compounds are disclosed which have the formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 -R.sub.2 are each independently selected from the group consisting of: (a) a hydrogen atom; and (b) a lower alkyl group, straight or branched chain, having 1 to 8 carbon atoms; or R.sub.1 -R.sub.2 and the nitrogen atom to which they are bonded may together form a heterocyclic group; R.sub.3 -R.sub.

Abstract: There is provided an eyelid closure patch for use by anesthesiologists to ensure that the patient's eyes are closed during surgery. The patch consists of a flexible transparent material which contains a layer of a transparent pressure sensitive water soluble gelatinous or hydrocolloidal adhesive. The patch has an adhesive free tab and a cover sheet.

Abstract: A computer system for checks for conflicts associated with proposed new matters in an organization which deals with numerous clients. The system compares data concerning potential relationships of a party to the organization with data denoting existing relationships and identifies potential problem situations where the client in a potential matter is the same as the client in an existing matter. For at least some of these matches, the system uses stored data defining associations between existing parties and persons within the organization to select one or more persons within the organization associated with the existing party, and sends a signal denoting the potential problem to one or more of the persons. The potential problem signal is selectively routed to only those persons concerned. These persons can signal the system that the problem does not exist, or that the problem has been resolved. The system can resolve potential conflicts rapidly while still providing thorough review.

Abstract: A synthetic insulin mimetic compound is disclosed. Small synthetic amines of disaccharides, such as 2-deoxy-2-amino-galactopyranosyl pinitol are shown to mimic the action of insulin and to modulate its action.

Abstract: Nod factors of general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are hydrogen atom, a carbamyl group or an acetyl group; R.sub.5 is the aliphatic chain of a fatty acid; n is 1-4; and one or more of substituents R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 is a carbamyl group, and/or R.sub.4 is a methyl group, and/or R.sub.6 is an optionally substituted monosaccharide or oligosaccharide attached to the glucosamin via a glycoside bond.

Abstract: A method and system for mounting decorative wheel covers uses an adaptor or the like for frictionally engaging the outer periphery of one or more standard lug nuts, without affecting the seat of the lug nut to the wheel. The adaptor further includes a threaded member cooperating with apertures in the wheel cover or similar structure for attaching a decorative wheel cover. Specialized bushings may be used with the adaptors to provide a universal mounting system adaptable for use with a plurality of differently-sized lug nuts. Unitary or multiple-piece wheel covers may be used in conjunction with the mounting adaptors provided. Various ways of inhibiting or preventing relative rotation between wheel cover elements and a wheel are provided in the different embodiments.

Abstract: A method and system for mounting decorative wheel covers uses an adaptor or the like for frictionally engaging the outer periphery of one or more standard lug nuts, without affecting the seat of the lug nut to the wheel. The adaptor further includes a threaded member cooperating with apertures in the wheel cover or similar structure for attaching a decorative wheel cover. Specialized bushings may be sued with the adaptors to provide a universal mounting system adaptable for use with a plurality of differently-sized lug nuts. Unitary or multiple-piece wheel covers may be used in conjunction with the mounting adaptors provided. Various ways of inhibiting or preventing relative rotation between wheel cover elements and a wheel are provided in the different embodiments.

Abstract: Carbamates are prepared in one step by reacting an alcohol, phosgene, and an amine in the absence of an acid scavenger.

Abstract: 3-Methyl-2-butenyl 3,3-dimethyl-4-pentenoate, by-product in the condensation between 3-methyl-2-butene-1-ol and a lower alkyl orthoacetate, can be recycled into the condensation by alkoxylating it with a lower alkyl alcohol or orthoacetate in the presence of a basic ester exchange catalyst.