Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention sets forth a technique for rendering graphics primitives in parallel while maintaining the API primitive ordering. Multiple, independent geometry units perform geometry processing concurrently on different graphics primitives. A primitive distribution scheme delivers primitives concurrently to multiple rasterizers at rates of multiple primitives per clock while maintaining the primitive ordering for each pixel. The multiple, independent rasterizer units perform rasterization concurrently on one or more graphics primitives, enabling the rendering of multiple primitives per system clock.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention sets forth a technique for rendering graphics primitives in parallel while maintaining the API primitive ordering. Multiple, independent geometry units perform geometry processing concurrently on different graphics primitives. A primitive distribution scheme delivers primitives concurrently to multiple rasterizers at rates of multiple primitives per clock while maintaining the primitive ordering for each pixel. The multiple, independent rasterizer units perform rasterization concurrently on one or more graphics primitives, enabling the rendering of multiple primitives per system clock.

Abstract: A secure gateway multiple automated data storage system sharing is provided. Data is transmitted from a first data storage unit within a first automated data storage system to a second data storage unit. A request is then received from a second data storage system for the second data storage unit. The second data storage unit is then transported to the second data storage system.

Abstract: Improved depressible tab provided with a nose for easy open end closure members and the like, wherein an improved pressure relief means in the form of a unique vent arrangement is incorporated in the nose portion of the depressible tab.

Abstract: An aerodynamic device mounted to a mainsail at the area of maximum air activity includes a venturi and a plurality of vertically disposed strips or offsets defining extending fins. The flow axis of the venturi is substantially parallel to the foot of the mainsail and the vertical fins are disposed in a substantially horizontal row along the venturi flow axis. Certain ones of the fins are positioned respectively forward and after the venturi and other ones of the fins are superimposed on the venturi. The aerodynamic device is operative to reach the free air layer beyond the zero activity and turbulent air layers for greater air drive and improved on-wind direction.