Abstract: A method and system for improving utilization of human searcher(s) in a search system including utilizing a processing such as Natural Language Processing to improve the ability of the search system to recognize an intent of a user request, provide information to an expeditor to respond to queries, and automatically route a query to a relevant and qualified searcher. Using NLP, a request is processed to allow improved use of automated responses, more effective use of the expeditor, and more effective use of search specialists.

Abstract: A controller 103 in a communications system (FIG. 1) for controlling communications with a group 125 of associated subscriber units and method thereof, where the controller includes a receiver (part of 603) operable to receive a request for a subscriber unit to communicate with the group of associated subscriber units; and a processor 605 coupled to the receiver and operable as a comparator 619 to provide a comparison of a first association constraint (FIG. 3) corresponding to the subscriber unit and a second association constraint (FIG. 4) corresponding to the group; and a decision function 621 that allows, only when the comparison is favorable, communications between the subscriber unit and any other subscribers of the group of associated subscribers that also have such communications allowed or enabled.

Abstract: A V-belt measuring device is provided for directly determining the size of a V-belt needed for a particular belt-drive mechanical system without the need for subsequent calculations. The measuring device is substantially complimentary in cross-section to the generally V-shaped grooves in the pulleys of the belt-drive system, and includes a bevelled end portion and a central contact portion which cooperate while tension is applied to the device to directly indicate a proper replacement belt size.