Abstract: Techniques for mapping and managing resources are presented. Hardware capacity and information is collected over multiple processing environments for hardware resources. The information is mapped to logical business resources and resource pools. Capacity is rolled up and managed within logical groupings and the information gathering is managed via in-memory and on-file caching techniques.

Abstract: Techniques for mapping and managing resources are presented. Hardware capacity and information is collected over multiple processing environments for hardware resources. The information is mapped to logical business resources and resource pools. Capacity is rolled up and managed within logical groupings and the information gathering is managed via in-memory and on-file caching techniques.

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: A collapsible support apparatus constructed from a elongated panel. The collapsible support apparatus is arranged to form a partially enclosed triangular structure for maintaining a bag in an upright and open state predominately within the triangular structure. The elongated panel includes a longitudinal score line which defines first and second elongated subpanels. A lateral score line of the elongated panel defines a base panel extending perpendicularly from a bottom edge of one of the elongated subpanels. The base panel is dimensioned to span intermediate bottom edges of the first and second elongated subpanels to form a closed base which limits abrasion to the bottom of the bag. The collapsible support apparatus is collapsible at least along the longitudinal and lateral score lines into a generally planar structure.

Abstract: A tie-down and tensioning device including: a device body; an attachment member connected to the device body, the attachment member including an attachment opening; a cord block comprising a cord block hook connected to the device body, and a cord support surface disposed between the cord block hook and the device body; and a cord gripper attached to the device body, the cord gripper comprising a cord gripper hook connected to the device body, the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the surface of the device body opposing the interior surface of the cord gripper hook defining a wedge-shaped opening, and a cord gripping surface formed on one of the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the opposing surface of the device body.

Abstract: A collapsible container having an integral scoop is disclosed. The collapsible container is arranged to form a partially enclosed rectilinear structure for maintaining a bag in an open state predominately within the rectilinear structure. The elongated panel includes a pair of longitudinal score lines which define first and second subpanels. A first lateral score line defines a top panel which is pivoted downward to form the integral scoop. A second lateral score line defines a base panel extending obliquely from a bottom edge of main panel. The base panel is dimensioned to span intermediate bottom edges of the first and second subpanels to form a closed base which limits abrasion to the bottom of the bag. The collapsible container is collapsible at least along the longitudinal and lateral score lines into a generally planar structure.

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: An object storage device with at least one first section made of elastomeric foam and including a first side surface, and at least one second section made of elastomeric foam and including a second side surface is provided. The second side surface of the second section is positioned adjacent to the first side surface of the first section to define a slit region between the sections for object storage. In some embodiments of the invention, the device includes a slit indicator that indicates the position of the slit region.

Abstract: A tie-down and tensioning device including: a device body, an attachment member connected to the device body, the attachment member including an attachment opening; a cord block comprising a cord block hook connected to the device body, and a cord support surface disposed between the cord block hook and the device body, and a cord gripper attached to the device body, the cord gripper comprising a cord gripper hook connected to the device body, the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the surface of the device body opposing the interior surface of the cord gripper hook defining a wedge-shaped opening, and a cord gripping surface formed on one of the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the opposing surface of the device body.

Abstract: A general purpose releasable connector comprising: a first connector part comprising: a head, a neck, and a first attachment member, the neck joining the head to the attachment member, the head having a width that is wider than the neck in at least one dimension; a second connector part comprising: a socket for receiving the head and a second attachment member; the socket having a first open end, a base, and a socket wall having opposing sides, the first open end being wider than the head and the base being sufficiently closed to support the head without the head passing through it, the opposing sides sloping inward from the first open end, the socket further including a slot passing through the socket wall, the slot being wider than the neck but narrower than the head; and a first magnet embedded in one of either the head or the socket base, the other of the head or socket base either being ferromagnetic or including a second magnet, or both, whereby when the head is placed in the socket, the head is automat

Abstract: A tensioning device includes a pair of opposing first surfaces defining a first wedge opening. The first surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The first wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a first portion of a cord. A pair of opposing second surfaces defines a second wedge opening. The second surfaces are fixed relative to each other. The second wedge opening is spaced apart from the first wedge opening. The second wedge opening is shaped to releasably secure a second portion of the cord. A cord block defines a support surface spaced from the first and second wedge openings. The support surface is positioned to slidably support the cord between the first and second wedge openings.

Abstract: Methods and structures are disclosed for establishing a positioning reference frame for a work surface having one or more hidden features (such as studs) where the hidden features are detectable by way of machine-aided sensing. One method geometry, proximate to the surface, so that one or more of the hidden features can be detected and located with machine-aided sensing. One or more sensor modules are attached to the guiding frame and at least a first of the sensor modules is movable along the guiding frame. The first sensor module provides machine-aided sensing of at least a corresponding first of the hidden features. The first sensor module and/or guiding frame are moved relative to one another so that the relatively moved components become aligned to the first hidden feature according to a desired orientation.

Abstract: A magnetic connector includes first and second connector parts, each having a respective magnet. The second connector part includes an overhanging lip positioned on one side of the respective magnet and a cord loop positioned on the opposite side of the respective magnet. The first and second magnets are oriented to automatically hold the first and second connector parts together, with the first connector part disposed in a first position between the overhanging lip and the cord loop. The overhanging lip is positioned such that a tensile force applied to the first connector part and resisted by the cord loop translates the first connector part from the first position to a second position, in which the first magnet is closer to the overhanging lip and the first connector part is at least partially received under the overhanging lip, thereby mechanically interlocking the first and second connector parts.

Abstract: A tool-carrying assembly to be secured by a waist-encircling belt, and, additionally, by straps encircling the legs of a workman using the belt assembly. The assembly is thus stabilized, and enhanced weight distribution is achieved. Elements of the belt assembly include a waist-encircling band supporting a pair of laterally spaced, depending panels each carrying tool-accepting pockets. The pockets preferably carry visual markings and coding as well as other indicia identifying clearly the specific tools to be “housed” or carried in and to be returned to each pocket after use. Inventory control of the tools is thereby significantly enhanced. Pivotal flaps depending from the band-carried panels serve to cover the tools when not in use, and to prevent the tools from scratching or otherwise marring any article, or fixture, or “workpiece” requiring the workman's attention.