Abstract: The machine-native format of a machine reported configuration data set is identifying, and a set of rules is employed to translate the data set from machine-native format into a common format such as sales nomenclature. The common format configuration information is stored in a globally accessible repository, and retrieved to produce accurate and comprehensive configuration reports for complex configurable systems such as computer servers. These configuration reports may be utilized in order and need fulfillment, such as ordering system upgrades and repair components, scheduling manufacturing, assembly and shipping.

Abstract: A method and system for deep trench silicon etch is presented. The method comprises introducing a reactive process gas and a Noble gas to a plasma processing system, wherein the reactive process gas comprises two or more of HBr, a fluorine-containing gas, and O2, and the Noble gas comprises at least one of He, Ne, Ar, Xe, Kr, and Rn. Additionally, radio frequency (RF) power is applied to the substrate holder, upon which the substrate rests, at two different frequencies. The first RF frequency is greater than 10 MHz, and the second frequency is less than 10 MHz.

Abstract: Electrodes and configurations for electrochemical bioreactor systems that can use electrical energy as a source of reducing power in fermentation or enzymatic reactions and that can use electron mediators and a biocatalyst, such as cells or enzymes, to produce electricity are disclosed. Example electrodes in the system may comprise: (1) neutral red covalently bound to graphite felt (FIG. 1); (2) a carboxylated cellulose bound to the graphite fell, neutral red bound to the carboxylated cellulose, NAD+ bound to the graphite fell, and an oxidoreductase (e.g., fumarate reductase) bound to the graphite fell; or (3) a metal ion electron mediator bound to graphite. Various biocatalysts, such as an oxidoreductase, cells of Actinobacillus succinogenes, cells of Escherichia coli, and sewage sludge, are suitable for use in the electrochemical bioreactor system.

Abstract: The machine-native format of a machine reported configuration data set is identifying, and a set of rules is employed to translate the data set from machine-native format into a common format such as sales nomenclature. The common format configuration information is stored in a globally accessible repository, and retrieved to produce accurate and comprehensive configuration reports for complex configurable systems such as computer servers. These configuration reports may be utilized in order and need fulfillment, such as ordering system upgrades and repair components, scheduling manufacturing, assembly and shipping.

Abstract: A method, in at least certain aspects, for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member, the tubular member having an inner surface, an outer surface, and two spaced-apart ends including a first end of the tubular member, the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducers such that sonic beams are reflected from the inner surface of the tubular member, the outer surface of the tubular member, and from the first end of the tubular member, sensing the first end of the tubular member, completing inspection of all or of substantially all of the outer surface of the tubular member for outer surface defects while continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member for inner surface defects, continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member for inner surface defects, the transducers continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the inner surface of the tubular member until the transducers are near the first end of the tubular member; and apparatus for

Abstract: A cart for transporting various articles, most particularly sporting goods such as ski and golf equipment, that folds into a compact package for storage including a handle folds down and a shelf that folds up and wheels that can be rotated so as to be aligned in a common plane against the frame of the cart.

Abstract: A method for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member which has a first surface spaced-apart from a second surface by a thickness of the tubular member, and two spaced-apart ends the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducer apparatus which are reflected from the first surface and from the second surface, the transducer apparatus controlled by control apparatus, while to inspect the first surface for first surface defects, moving the transducer apparatus adjacent sensing apparatus which signals the control apparatus to cease processing of signals related to inspection of the second surface, and, the transducer apparatus continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the first surface, and completing inspection of substantially all of the second surface for second surface defects while continuing to inspect the first surface.

Abstract: A method, in at least certain aspects, for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member, the tubular member having an inner surface, an outer surface, and two spaced-apart ends including a first end of the tubular member, the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducers such that sonic beams are reflected from the inner surface of the tubular member, the outer surface of the tubular member, and from the first end of the tubular member, sensing the first end of the tubular member, completing inspection of all or of substantially all of the outer surface of the tubular member for outer surface defects while continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member for inner surface defects, continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member for inner surface defects, the transducers continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the inner surface of the tubular member until the transducers are near the first end of the tubular member; and apparatus for

Abstract: A method for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member, the tubular member having an inner surface, an outer surface, and two spaced-apart ends including a first end of the tubular member, the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducers such that sonic beams are reflected from: the first end and the inner and outer surface of the tubular member, completing inspection of the outer surface of the tubular member while continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member, and sensing a distance from the transducers to the first end of the tubular member, continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the inner surface of the tubular member until the transducers are near its first end; and, in one aspect, detecting an inner surface defect near the first end of the tubular member after the outer surface inspection has ceased.

Abstract: A method for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member, the tubular member having an inner surface, an outer surface, and two spaced-apart ends including a first end of the tubular member, the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducers such that sonic beams are reflected from: the first end and the inner and outer surface of the tubular member, completing inspection of the outer surface of the tubular member while continuing to inspect the inner surface of the tubular member, and sensing a distance from the transducers to the first end of the tubular member, continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the inner surface of the tubular member until the transducers are near its first end; and, in one aspect, detecting an inner surface defect near the first end of the tubular member after the outer surface inspection has ceased.

Abstract: A method for ultrasonically inspecting a tubular member, the tubular member having a first surface, a second surface, the first surface spaced apart from the second surface by a thickness of the tubular member, and two spaced-apart ends including a first end of the tubular member, the method including transmitting sonic beams to the tubular member with transducer apparatus such that sonic beams are reflected from the first surface of the tubular member and from the second surface of the tubular member, the transducer apparatus controlled by control apparatus, while continuing to inspect the first surface of the tubular member for first surface defects, moving the transducer apparatus adjacent sensing apparatus which signals the control apparatus to cease processing of transducer apparatus signals related to inspection of the second surface, and, the transducer apparatus continuing to transmit sonic beams for the inspection of the first surface of the tubular member, and completing inspection of substantially

Abstract: A cart for transporting various articles, most particularly sporting good such as ski and golf equipment, that folds into a compact package for storage including a handle folds down and a shelf that folds up and wheels that can be rotated so as to be aligned in a common plane against the frame of the cart.

Abstract: A penetrating bomb weapon comprising a long hollow cylinder constructed of high strength steel or similar material and including a pointed nose to aid in penetration of media such as concrete, soil, steel or a hardened surface. The cylinder contains an insensitive explosive that is separated into segments by shock attenuating materials so that one segment of the cylinder may detonate without detonating or destroying adjacent segments. The number of segments may be two or more depending on the complexity of the target to be attacked. Initiation of the main charge within each segment is achieved using explosive boosters positioned so that shocks transferred to adjacent segments, and the initiation train of these segments, is minimized. Separation of the segments is accomplished using explosive cutter charges which perforate and/or spall through the case wall of the penetrator bomb.

Abstract: The present invention describes the cloning and expression of a hyperthermostable xylose isomerase gene in an industrial host and the heat facilitated purification of the enzyme. The hyperthermostable enzyme has unique features sought by the fructose syrup industry.

Abstract: A hydraulic conveyance system serves to level out a spiked, uneven flow of particulate material to a more even flow condition prior to the particles being delivered to a destination. In one particular application, the hydraulic conveyance system permits ice particles to be delivered from a batch discharge ice machine of a thermal energy production, storage and reclaim system to the thermal energy storage tank of the system at a relatively even rate, without the use of any mechanical delivery mechanisms. The hydraulic conveyance system incorporates a flooded hold-up tank which, in the case of particulate ice conveyance, receives the spiked, batch discharge from the ice machine and discharges the ice therefrom to a selected number of destination points at a more even flow condition. A rotational movement is imparted to the water surface in the flooded hold-up tank, thereby causing the floating ice particles to rotate in the tank in proximity to a boundary wall of the tank.

Abstract: Disclosed is a long term thermal energy production, storage and reclaim system that benefits the electric utility and its customers by shifting electricity usage from a spiked, high power, direct acting basis operated largely during seasonal peak demand periods to a long term level load at a significantly lower power level. The electricity usage shift is achieved by long term storage of thermal energy generated by a continuously operated low power level prime mover and the use of the stored energy on demand to satisfy the seasonal thermal load. The initial cost of the long term thermal energy production, storage and reclaim system is cost competitive with that of direct acting systems for satisfying the same loads. By using the system, the customer saves significantly on energy charges during the life of the system due to a rate structure that provides favorable rates for customers who do not adversely impact the utility's annual load factor.

Abstract: A tilt/swivel display base for a product such as video display terminals and similar devices. The base contains few moving parts and results in only a limited displacement above the work surface. The display base has one or more rocker legs which have arcuate cross sections. The rocker legs allow forward and backward tilting of the video display terminal. Locking wedges are provided to stabilize the display base in a selected position. Swiveling is accomplished by rotating the entire video display terminal and display base about a vertical axis. Rotation about a vertical axis is possible due to the small area of contact between the display base rocker legs and the work surface. The locking wedges are maintained in position by locking wedge flanges with mate with a groove in the rocker leg. A tensioning device is provided to insure constant pressure between the locking wedge and the rocker leg. A stop can be incorporated on the rocker legs to prevent excessive tilting.