Abstract: A virtual regulator implemented to provide closed-loop system management (CLSM) functionality to a database system and without a need to substantially adapt a given CLSM technology to account for specific nuances and requirements of an operating system. For example, the regulator may be implemented with either or both of process model operating systems and thread model operating systems. Common examples of these include UNIX, LINUX, MP-RAS, MS WINDOWS or WINDOWS NT.

Abstract: Apparatus to assist in the application of mechanical lifting force to a sheet. For instance, healthcare workers often roll patients, who require this type of assistance, from side to side in an effort to clean the patient, change the bed sheets on the patient's bed, or to prevent bedsore development on the patient. This particular apparatus allows for the mechanical rolling of patients using a more effective, and less costly mechanical solution than has been previously available. Less manual effort is required to roll a patient using this device, and nothing has to be placed under the patient to allow for the use of this device in rolling a patient. This device can be securely and safely attached directly to the bed sheet, which is unique in the field of patient rolling solutions. This device can also be used to boost a patient up in bed, if this device is applied to both sides of the patient while the patient is in bed.

Abstract: A voltage translator circuit and a method for operating the same. The voltage translator circuit includes (a) an input node, an output node, and a ground node; (b) a voltage divider circuit including a first and second resistors coupled in series between the input node and the ground node; (c) a start voltage circuit coupled to a first voltage and to the input node; (d) a transfer circuit coupled to the output node; and (e) a capacitive circuit having a first and second capacitive nodes. The first capacitive node is coupled to the voltage divider circuit. The second capacitive node is coupled (i) to the first voltage via the start voltage circuit, and (ii) to the output node via the transfer circuit. In response to the input node changing towards the first voltage, the start voltage circuit is capable of disconnecting the second capacitive node from the first voltage.

Abstract: A virtual regulator implemented to provide closed-loop system management (CLSM) functionality to a database system and without a need to substantially adapt a given CLSM technology to account for specific nuances and requirements of an operating system. For example, the regulator may be implemented with either or both of process model operating systems and thread model operating systems. Common examples of these include UNIX, LINUX, MP-RAS, MS WINDOWS or WINDOWS NT.

Abstract: A method and device for use as a non-invasive pre-filled, self contained, single use, disposable, sterile wound irrigation and debriding system, comprising a pre-filled unit of USP saline solution or sterile water, preferably 120-200 cc. The unit is a flexible, free standing, chamber containing the saline solution and affixed to a nozzle, which may be straight or angled, having a delivery tip and optional return air filter. The device of the present invention is provided in two embodiments, the first being one in which the nozzle is screwed onto the chamber, and the second being a single molded unit. In both configurations, the device is pre-filled, fully assembled, sterilized and packaged at point of manufacturing and delivered in a no-assembly required, ready to use state. The material need for the device is flexible, preferably plastic.

Abstract: A robust radio device and method of communication capable of performing in extreme environments such as during a disaster are disclosed. The robust radio device and method of communication include a radio enclosed in a durable enclosure which is capable of participating in an ad-hoc network.