Abstract: Methods and apparatus for managing latency of memory commands are disclosed. An example method includes receiving memory operation commands for execution by a data storage device, each memory operation command being associated, for execution, with one of a plurality of memory devices. The example method also includes maintaining, for each memory device, a respective cumulative latency estimate. The example method also includes, for each memory operation command, when received by the memory controller, comparing the respective cumulative latency estimate of the associated memory device with a latency threshold for the received memory operation command. In the event the cumulative latency estimate is at or below the latency threshold, the received memory operation command is provided to a respective command queue operatively coupled with the respective memory device. In the event the cumulative latency estimate is above the latency threshold, the received memory operation command is returned to a host device.

Abstract: A packaging system for repeatably storing chemical moth and insect repellent products that hinders oxygen and ultraviolet lighting from penetrating to prevent sublimation of the product prior to purchase. A user can store unused products after initial use and reopen the package at a later time to minimize the unused product's exposure to oxygen. Such storage prevents color and physical degradation of the product and adverse interaction of the product with ink used on the packaging material. Also provided is a method for using naphthalene, para-dichlorobenzene, camphor as an outdoor rodent, pest, moth, and insect repellent. The outdoor product can be scented and can be in various shapes or chemical forms, such as crystals.

Abstract: A dynamic volume control system in an audio processor uses gain and delay signals from a digital signal processor to dynamically control the user-selected volume of the audio processor. The digital signal processor executes audio signal processing operations that affect the gain applied to the audio signal so that the signal gain inherent in the signal processing path is known. The digital signal processor transfers the known gain and a predicted group delay signal to the dynamic volume control system to dynamically adjust the user-selected volume of the system. The digital signal processor is integrated with a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) in a dynamic volume control system that exploits the known gain and group delay to perform DAC volume control.